October 2007

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October 1, 2007
 
BenQ Releases the X735

The BenQ X735 is a 7-megapixel digital camera with a Pentax 3x optical zoom lens. It was designed for point-and-shoot photographers looking for advanced features. The X735 features face tracking technology, a shake free system, video recording, a manual mode, and 29 scene modes total. It will be available in red and black colors starting in October 2007. The BenQ X735 is an upgrade from the X725.        Initial Review

October 1, 2007
 
The BenQ E72 Camera Phone

BenQ News Release Excerpt:
The E72 sports a 2-inch 65,000 color TFT screen for viewing photos, video clips and web content and a 2.0 megapixels camera - all in a stylish, super slim casing. Boasting a wide range of powerful communication and multimedia functions, the E72 provides an ideal solution for business professionals pursuing a better balance between work and social life.          Initial Review

October 2, 2007
 
Pentax Releases the Optio A40

The Pentax Optio A40 is a 12-megapixel digital camera with 3x optical zoom. It is designed to be an advanced compact digital camera with superior image quality and performance. The A40 features three types of shake reduction, face recognition technology, dynamic range adjustment, a 2.5" LCD, and video recording. The Pentax Optio A40 will be available in October 2007 for about $299.         Initial Review

October 2, 2007
 
Pentax Releases the Ultra-slim Optio V10

BenQ News Release Excerpt:
Pentax announced the Optio V10, an ultra-slim compact digital camera equipped with a large 3.0 inch LCD monitor for enhanced usability and easy viewing. The Optio V10 features 8 megapixels, shake reduction, face recognition technology, and a 3X optical zoom and easy operations in a slim, stylish, affordable body. The Optio V10 will ship in November for $249.         Initial Review

October 3, 2007
 
Creative Settings for Depth of Field

Tedric Garrison writes, "If we said that Depth of Field was the range of focus found in any given picture, we would be partially right. Just as a camera is the box that captures light; it is also much more than that. Depth of Field has many parts. There are several other terms that relate to what this particular concept of design can do for us. The phrases Aperture, Shutter, ISO, Hyper Focal Distance, and Bracketing are all good to be aware of when you start to really “get into” Depth of Field."          Full Article

October 4, 2007
 
The Importance of Camera Flash Power

Bobby Jonnes writes, "I've written this article so that you are clear about the importance of power in relation to flash. When I was just starting out, I asked a wedding photographer I knew what sort of flash I should buy. His answer? “The most powerful one you can afford”. This sounds too simplistic doesn’t it? I assure you, it was good advice then and it remains good advice now. Powerful flashes can be turned down, or you can stop down your camera."          Full Article

October 5, 2007
 
Color Calibration for Photo Printing

Erik Vlietinck writes, "Graphic designers, photographers, publishers and computer users at large: they all rely on their digital equipment being capable of rendering colours right. But the sad truth is your colours will differ depending on the device. A monitor's red is not the same as an printer's red. Besides, what is "red"? Here are 10 things you can do to make sure red is red, no matter which device has to render it."         Full Article

October 8, 2007
 
New York City Skyline Wallpaper Available

This New York cityscape wallpaper of the downtown skyline was taken by Paulo Barcellos Jr., a photography and film enthusiast. To see more of Paulo’s amazing work, please visit his website at paulobarcellosjr.com. This is an HDR (high dynamic range) image, which means it was created using three different exposures that were merged together. It is available in resolutions up to 2560 x 1600; the links to the different sizes are at the top of the next page.         Full Sizes

October 8, 2007
 
Image Sensor Clarity and Color

Christine Peppler writes, "The sensor which captures the light entering the camera lens is even more critical however. The sensor stores and displays data, converting the light into electrons. The sensor can be either CCD (charge-coupled device) or CMOS (complementary metal oxide semiconductor). CCD is the more mature technology and produces images with less noise. They also tend to be more expensive and consume more power but for those seeking the highest quality images, the CCD sensor is the better choice at this time."          Full Article

October 9, 2007
 
Selling Your Pictures as Stock Photos

Chad Lockwood writes, "The stock photography industry has opened its doors to amateurs and hobbyists with the introduction of so-called microstock companies. These companies offer stock images at extremely low prices. Traditionally, designers had to spend up to several hundred dollars for stock images, but microstock has created another pricing level, in the sub-$50 range. Any photographer can register at a microstock company and submit their photography for review and potential sale."         Full Article

Past Camera Reviews
Panasonic Lumix FX10
Panasonic Lumix LZ6
Panasonic Lumix LS60
Panasonic Lumix FZ50
Panasonic Lumix FX07
Panasonic Lumix FX50
Pentax K10D
Pentax Optio T20
Pentax Optio M20
Pentax Optio A20
Pentax Optio W20
Pentax Optio S7

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