UK Digital Cameras Blog

The ten-megapixel Fujifilm Finepix Z200fd is clearly aimed at those with design in mind, a new article has suggested.

In a piece for the New York Times, John Biggs compares the camera to the Birkin bags and oversized sunglasses to be seen on modern “fashionistas” looking to take snaps at “parties and runway shows”.

He adds that for this reason, the Fujifilm Finepix Z200fd has been equipped with a list of shooting modes that include Beach, Museum and Party, “ensuring it can manage the full gamut of fashion shoot locations”.

Mr Biggs goes on to highlight the camera’s blog mode, specially designed for use with online social networking and an Auction mode “for selling unwanted items online”.

Face detection capable of recognising up to ten people in any one shot is included in the device and supports for both xD and SD card means that the Fujifilm Finepix Z200fd is versatile.

The Fujifilm Finepix Z200fd is available in red, silver, black and pink.

Digital camera and photo frame users with Apple computers have finally got the software they have been waiting for, a new review suggests.

An article for the Sydney Morning Herald this week said Adobe had been slow to launch the newest version of its Photoshop software for Apple Mac users, but added that now it is here they can rejoice.

Photoshop Elements 6, which can be used as a tool to enhance or manipulate digital images, is the latest incarnation of Adobe’s popular application and in addition to more features, is now equipped with “a lot more power”.

“This new Photoshop Elements is a major step up from its predecessor. It is a package that any consumer keen on getting the best out of their digital images should have in their applications folder,” the site concludes

Earlier this week Adobe also launched an upgrade of one of its other digital photo enhancement applications, Lightroom 2 and the company has recently enetered into a partnership with Eye-Fi to promote interest in its wireless memory card, Photo Blorge reports.

A new article has recommended a number of digital cameras which could be great for those on a budget.

According to PC Magazine there are a number of point-and-shoot models available at the moment offering high performance for an affordable price and the publication took the opportunity to highlight four.

It reported that the 8.3-megapixel Fuji FinePix F40fd is an ideal model for beginners as it has a range of features including face detection and offers support for SD cards.

The Canon PowerShot SD750 was highlighted for its 7.1-megapizel sensor and three-inch LCD screen and was praised as a “superior shooter”.

Next up was the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX55, which the reviewer said was a “simple and intuitive” model that was “stylishly designed” with an 8.1-megapixel sensor and “impressive autofocus”.

Finally the Canon PowerShot SD950 IS was praised for “its impressive photo quality, HD video capability, boatload of features, slick design, and whopping 12 megapixels.”

There are a number of things thrill-seekers should bear in mind when shopping for digital cameras, according to one expert.

In an article published on the Lindsay Post website, Michelle Finch states that outdoor adventurers need to consider what the camera will be used for and the conditions it will have to endure.

Whether a camera can deal with being bounced around on horseback or handle extreme conditions such as ice cold snow, intense heat or raging rapids, can be an important part of some people’s buying decision.

She states that one model, the Olympus Stylus 1030 SW, claims to be just the right model, as the manufacturer claims it is “shockproof, waterproof, freeze-proof and, possibly most enticingly, shake-proof”.

The camera is a 10.1-megapixel model that weighs 200 grams and can be taken to an underwater depth of up to ten metres.

Olympus’ Stylus 1030 SW is available in silver of black and has a 3.6x wide optical zoom, face detection, BrightCapture technology and 24 scene modes.

A new digital camera from Canon continues the company’s trend for offering well-built models that deliver.

Unbeatable reports that the manufacturer has added to its range with the ten-megapixel Canon Ixus 85, a camera which offers a 2.5-inch LCD screen, 3x optical zoom and a host of other features.

Motion detection, optical image stabilisation, face recognition and red-eye correction are all integrated into the Canon Ixus 85 and the model makes use of the manufactuerr’s DIGIC III processor.

“Canon always seems to get it right when it comes to design with strong all metal bodies that combine class and sophistication with quality,” the site states, adding that the Canon Ixus 85 “is an excellent camera and will do you proud”.

Other cameras in the range include the eight-megapixel Canon Ixus 80, available in silver and pink, as well as the ten-megapixel Canon Ixus 80 - which comes in silver.

A new digital camera from Pentax uses a face recognition system that makes it an ideal choice for group taking group images.

Idealo reports that the Pentax Optio M60 has a number of features which make it worth consideration and adds that the software it uses for face recognition is a stand-out addition.

It reports that the unit is not only capable of picking out up to 32 faces in one shot, but also heightens skin tones for the best possible photograph.

“In conclusion,” the article states, “[the Pentax Optio M60] combines high value features with an affordable price”.

The camera is equipped with a ten-megapixel sensor, is compact and lightweight, and is available in a range of colours - silver, black, red, pink and blue.

This week Product Reviews noted that Pentax had been in the business for more than 80 years and stated the Pentax Optio E60 was a welcome addition to the manufacturer’s range.

A new low-budget digital camera from Samsung has been pitted against some of its closest rivals.

In a piece for the Trusted Reviews website, the Samsung L210 is noted as a compact model that is the smallest around and comes equipped with image stabilisation.

The review goes on to state that in addition to this, the camera is the cheapest around that offers the feature and this could make it worthy of consideration for some.

“The Samsung L210 is an ambitious camera, a budget ultra-compact with optical image stabilisation, a technology usually only found in more expensive cameras,” the site states.

However, models such as the Nikon S600, the Casio EX-Z200, the Panasonic FX35 and the Canon IXUS 80 IS it adds that budget may be a bigger factor for most people’s buying decision.

The Canon Ixus 80 is an eight-megapixel model that is currently available in two colours - pink and silver - for under £150.

Pentax has furnished the market with high quality camera products for over 80 years and their latest ten-megapixel model continues this trend, a new review suggests.

In an article looking at the Pentax Optio E60, the manufacturer is praised for its longevity in providing such products and notes that the new model is available at a reasonable price.

In addition to its ten-megapixel sensor, the Pentax Optio E60 features a 3x optical zoom lens which is equipped with a wide angle of view. The camera also boasts an image recovery function and face recognition technology.

Digital shake reduction, auto picture and date imprint are also included, and the article concludes that the model could be ideal for novices or seasoned professionals.

“Experienced and new digital camera users will get beautiful high-resolution images with the E60,” it states.

The Pentax Optio E50 is the model’s 8.1-megapixel predecessor and comes with a 3x optical zoom, as well as a 2.4-inch LCD screen.

The Fuji Finepix S1000FD is a well-built digital camera that offers great quality shots for a good price, it has been claimed.

In a review for Unbeatable this week, one reviewer states that holding the Fuji Finepix S1000FD gives the impression that the model is “robust” and although it is a digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) model it is more compact than most.

Equipped with a ten-megapixel CCD sensor, the Fuji Finepix S1000FD boasts a 12x optical zoom as well as features that include face detection, panorama shooting and movie mode.

In addition, the camera is fitted with a 2.7-inch LCD screen and offers images that the review describes as “good with bright colour reproduction and little image noise”.

It concludes that setting up the camera “was quite slow”, but adds that once up and running the Fuji Finepix S1000FD is “nifty between shots”.

The camera is available in a range of bundles that includes a Fuji 512MB xD card as well as the Vanguard 10B digital camera case.

The colourful Nikon Coolpix S210 has been praised in a new review for its point-and-shoot features.

ABC News reports that the camera, which is available in plum, blue, bronze and graphite is a highly pocketable model that will be particularly suited to the needs of the web generation.

The article notes that it looks fashionable and although perhaps not suited to the “serious photographer”, social networking fans are unlikely to care.

“This is a snapshot camera,” it adds, “the kind you’re quite likely to hold up at arm’s length so you can take a picture of yourself and friends to post on your Facebook page.”

It adds that a low price also means that this eight-megapixel camera, which features 3x optical zoom, could be perfect for such consumers on a budget.

Nikon’s Coolpix S210 can be picked up in a range of colours for under £100 on the UK Digital Cameras website.