July 2007

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July 22, 2007
 
JVC Everio GZ-HD3 Initial Review

The JVC Everio GZ-HD3 is a 3-CCD high definition (HD) camcorder with a 60 GB hard drive for storage. It features the JVC HD Gigabrid Engine for image processing and a Konica Minolta HD lens with 10x optical zoom. The GZ-HD3 follows the HD7 (launched earlier this year), but is designed to bring these same benefits to a wider audience in a much smaller size. With the 60 GB hard disk, it can record up to 7 hours of HD video.         Initial Review

July 22, 2007
 
Fujifilm Finepix F47fd Initial Review

The Fujifilm FinePix F47fd is a 9 megapixel digital camera with 3x optical zoom. It is the successor to the FinePix F40fd which was released in January 2007. The F47fd features Real Photo Technology, hard-wired Face Detection Technology, intelligent flash, and a 2.5" LCD screen. The Finepix F47fd also has a versatile mode dial for simple operation and a movie mode to capture clips with sound.         Initial Review

July 23, 2007
 
Samsung G600 Initial Review

The Samsung G600 is a 5 megapixel camera phone housed in a black two-toned slider shell. It is designed for users who are looking for a trendy phone with a powerful digital camera. It features creative shot modes (such as panorama mode), microSD external memory, an image editor, a 2.2" LCD display, and an embedded MP3 player.

The G600 will be available in August 2007 on all major UK networks. Mark Mitchinson, Director of Samsung Mobile UK and Ireland, commented: “With slim lines and a sleek design, the Samsung G600 incorporates a stylish and compact product that will appeal to both fashionistas and tech-savvy professionals of all ages."          Initial Review

July 24, 2007
 
Landscape Photography Composition

Andrea Ghilardelli writes, "Here are a few useful tips in order to emphasize the dominant feature. Put your main subject in the foreground so that it appears bigger. Typically, this requires a large depth of field. Another popular method is using converging lines toward the subject to direct the viewer's eye where we want to. Putting the dominant feature against a contrasting colored background is effective, too. For instance, the main subject could be a splash of color against a complementary colored backdrop."          Full Article

July 24, 2007
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 Initial Review

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 is an 8.1 megapixel digital camera with 18x optical zoom and a 28 mm wide-angle Leica DC Lens. It features Intelligent Scene Selector which automatically selects the appropriate scene mode, Face Detection Technology which detects up to 15 human faces capturing them clearly and brightly, and Continuous Auto-Focus which allows the camera to keep focus on the subject without having to press the shutter button halfway. The FZ18 also has optical image stabilization and a 2.5" LCD display.          Initial Review

July 24, 2007
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX55 Initial Review

Panasonic News Release Excerpt:
“With our Intelligent Auto Modes, the DMC-FX55 is the perfect combination of performance and style, giving consumers a user-friendly digital camera in a sleek and compact body that makes it easy to carry,” said Alex Fried, National Marketing Manager, Imaging, Panasonic Consumer Electronics. “Also featuring a 28-mm wide-angle LEICA DC lens and MEGA OIS, this camera allows the on-the-go consumer to capture high-quality images with incredible features and convenience.”          Initial Review

July 24, 2007
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX33 Initial Review

Panasonic News Release Excerpt:
Intelligent Image Stabilization, a feature across the entire 2007 Panasonic LUMIX digital camera line, comprises two features – MEGA O.I.S. which helps compensate for the effects of hand-shake; and Intelligent ISO Control, which takes into account the photo subject is moving and adjusts the ISO setting. Combining these two anti-blur features helps allow the DMC-FX33 to photograph clear, crisp images.          Initial Review

July 24, 2007
 
Kodak Easyshare C513 Initial Review

The Kodak Easyshare C513 is a 5 megapixel digital camera with 3x optical zoom. It is designed to be an extremely affordable digital camera with Kodak's new CMOS image sensor technology. The C513 features digital image stabilization, Kodak Perfect Touch technology, 13 programmed scene modes, and 3 different color modes. The C513 will be available in August 2007 for less than $99.     Initial Review

July 25, 2007
 
Vacation Photo Tips and Techniques

Denny Phillips writes, "Taking a vacation is a wonderful experience, whether you go to a beach location, a theme park, have a camping holiday, or travel to Europe on a sightseeing tour. But when you return home, the pictures you took on your trip are a large part of the memory experience. These pictures are priceless and it is worth learning a few tips to make your picture-taking memories more rewarding."          Full Article

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