Photo&Cameras

Digital Camera Review has a review of the Nikon Coolpix P5000 and writes, “The Nikon Coolpix P5000 provides a 10 megapixel sensor, excellent image and color quality, and an ergonomically excellent camera in a compact, easily portable package. Not only does the camera come with the full auto and specialty modes found in virtually every P&S, but a complete set of manual controls as well. This combined with the optional wide and telephoto converters gives the P5000 a versatility that could attract a varied group of shooters: those new to digital imagery can use the auto functions and be assured of quality images, while photographers who want or need the ability to go semi-automatic or manual get their wish as well.”

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Digital Lifestyles has a review of the Canon Ixus 850IS and writes, “The image quality may fall slightly behind the class leaders and the lack of manual controls will frustrate advanced users, but for point’n’shooters looking for an everyday camera, the Ixus 850 could be a camera to consider. It’s a bit of a pricey number though at around ВЈ250, and the lack of durability might be of concern to those who don’t like to mollycoddle their cameras in cases all the time, but the spec sheet does make a compelling read.”

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Steve’s Digicams has a review of the Pentax Optio W30 and writes, “The overall image quality of our samples was good for a 7-megapxiel consumer model. … the Pentax Optio W30 is yet another “Cool” underwater model. It can produce nice photos along with good shooting performance, loads of exposure modes, and lets not forget the added versatility of being able to take pictures underwater! At about $US250 or less, I feel the Optio W30 offers a great value for a camera in this category, and is sure to be a very popular digicam this year.”

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Steve’s Digicams has a review of the Pentax Optio M30 and writes, “Our image quality results were good for a 7-megapixel consumer digicam. The majority of our samples show good exposure and pleasing color balance. While most images are sharp, I did see some edge softness in many of our photos. … Pentax has created a nice compact digital package for 2007. With good image quality, class average performance, a durable all-metal body and various exposure modes, the Optio M30 is sure to make a great digicam for the family, tourist, or office user. With an MSRP of US$199 (April 2007) or less, I feel the M30 offers a great value for a camera in this class.”

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The Online Photographer has a review of the Leica M8 and writes, “the M8 doesn’t quite make it for me as an M camera. It’s physically similar to the film versions but misses the gestalt, perhaps unavoidably. To me it ends up feeling more like a weird replica of an M than a real one. And it’s a decent but not great digital camera, bettered by average DSLRs in both operability and, to a lesser extent, image quality. But if for some reason your digital camera must be a Leica or your Leica must be digital, then it’s the only game in town.”

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ComputerActive has a review of the Sony Cybershot DSC-T100 and writes, “If we’re being picky on close inspection there is some image softness at the wide end of the zoom and – though consistent results can be achieved at the opposite telephoto end – they would benefit from overall sharpening in an image-editing software package. … Sturdy, well-built, attractively fashioned and, in most instances, quick to respond, the T100 will appeal to anyone wanting a better lens reach than the standard 3x, but a camera that’s still just a tad larger in height and width than a credit card.”

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Digital Trends has a review of the Olympus Stylus 770 SW and concludes, “There is no digital camera available like the Olympus Stylus 770SW. None can take the beating this camera can. If you’re an outdoorsy type and are looking for an easy-to-carry camera to take along on your treks, this is the one. Folks who expect to be at the beach and near the surf should consider this one too—the screen really takes the sunlight well and you can drop it in the water and it’ll be fine—as long as you grab it before it hits 33 feet below the surface. Yes, it has its shortcomings—especially the high price–but this 7.1-megapixel survivor is unique.”

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Trusted Reviews has a review of the Casio Exilim EX-Z1050 and writes, “Image noise levels were no higher than I would expect to see from a good 7MP camera, with very low levels up to 200 ISO, some noise at 400 and significant noise at 800. Those annoying purple fringes on high-contrast edges seems to have been all but eliminated, which gives the EX-Z1050 a huge advantage over most other 10MP compacts. … The Casio Exilim EX-Z1050 demonstrates that it is possible to make a good 10MP compact camera without suffering problems with excessive image noise or fringing. As well as that it is a well-made camera offering good handling, brisk performance, some unique and useful features and excellent image quality, and at a sensible price point too.”

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