Olympus PEN E-PL1 DSLR Announced

Olympus has announced new Olympus PEN E-PL1, a new budget version of the Olympus PEN EP-1, and Olympus PEN EP-2 Micro Four Thirds cameras, with built in flash, it will be available in March, priced at $599/€599/£549 with 14-42mm (28-84mm Equivalent) kit lens, and will be available in numerous colours: black, blue, white, red, and silver / champagne (depending on location).

Other features: ISO 100 to ISO 3200, 720p HD Video recording (30fps), 12 megapixel sensor, SDHC card support (Class 6 recommended), anti-shake sensor, face detection, in camera panoramic mode, 2.7" screen, 6 art filters, multiple exposure, dust reduction sensor, HDMI out, P/A/S/M Manual controls, RAW, 3fps shooting, different aspect ratios: 4:3 (Default) ／ 3:2 ／ 16:9 ／ 1:1, 290 shot battery life, mono audio (stereo mic optional extra), more details below. The Olympus E-PL1 is available for pre-order from Amazon UK in: Silver, Black, White and Red for £659 with kit lens.

Two new lenses have also been announced: "the new super wide-angle zoom ED 9-18mm f4.0-5.6 lens (18-36mm equivalent) or the high-power wide to telephoto zoom ED 14-150mm f4.0-5.6 lens (28-300mm equivalent)." and Olympus have also announced underwater housing for the camera.

Olympus PEN E-PL1 Previews: DPReview, Engadget, DigitalCameraInfo, DigitalCameraReview, DCResource (Blue), Crunchgear (pics of the stereo mic), TheDigitalStory, Press Release below, Found at Pocket Lint, Crunchgear, Photorumors, 43rumors

POWERFULLY SIMPLE: INTRODUCING THE INCREDIBLE OLYMPUS PEN E-PL1 CAMERA - Simple Operation + High-Quality 12 Megapixel Images + HD Video + In-Camera Creativity + Interchangeable Lenses = Total Compact Multimedia Package

CENTER VALLEY, Pa., February 3, 2010 – The new Olympus PEN® E-PL1 is truly greater than the sum of its parts, with a surprisingly small camera body packed with technology normally found in bigger, bulkier and heavier professional Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) cameras and High-Definition (HD) camcorders. This third-generation PEN is built for shutterbugs who always wanted better pictures and considered a DSLR, but were intimidated by the bulky size and complex interface. The new camera’s simple design and easy interface enable consumers to easily create amazing images never dreamt possible. It will make you wonder how Olympus managed to put all of these powerful features inside such a compact camera for only $599.99.

The E-PL1 equals an affordable and powerfully simple all-in-one package that travels with you to capture life in the high quality that your memories deserve. “Many of today’s consumers want a camera with the professional still image quality of a DSLR and HD video in a compact body that’s as easy to use as a point-and-shoot,” said John Knaur, senior marketing manager, Digital SLR, Olympus Imaging America Inc. “Thanks in part to an image sensor that’s approximately eight times larger in size than what’s inside the average point-and-shoot camera, the E-PL1 delivers outstanding high-quality images. Add the flexibility of high-quality interchangeable lenses, the convenience of a built-in pop-up flash, in-camera creative features and technology designed to produce images effortlessly, and the E-PL1 is the total consumer-friendly, multimedia package.”

EASILY PEN YOUR STORY WITH A BRAND NEW PEN - This third generation of the Olympus PEN series combines powerful features in an easy-to-use package that will make capturing your life more fun. The new direct record button makes taking videos easier than ever and the new Live Guide functionality makes it simple to learn photography techniques without requiring the skills of a pro shooter.

New Direct Button for HD Movies - Recording HD movies with the E-PL1 is simple, thanks to an easy-to-reach red “direct button” (red record button) on the back of the camera body. If you’re about to snap a photo and you realize a video would capture the spirit of the scene even better, simply press the record button and instantly you’re capturing videos! Easily toggle back and forth between capturing stills and videos by using your index finger to press the shutter button or your thumb to press the red record button. Having the ability to shoot still images and videos opens up a world of imaging possibilities.

New Live Guide Sets the Scene Before You Shoot - The E-PL1’s new Live Guide interface simplifies great photography and gets the results you desire at the touch of a button. Want more vivid or muted color in your shot? Want warmer or cooler color? Want a brighter or darker subject, or a sharper or softer background? Or maybe you want to capture the fast-moving action of your subject with a little artistic blur, or perhaps freeze the action? Simply select Live Guide and press the up and down arrows on the back of the camera to slide through numerous photographic effects. Make adjustments and watch the LCD as the effects are made live – before the image is captured! Don’t worry about learning technical things like f-stops, shutter speed and white balance; jump right in by composing, adjusting exposure and more before the shot is taken. Seeing the results before snapping the image ensures you are getting the shots you want, and it will change the way you photograph. Shooting Tips are also included with Live Guide, so you can leave the manual at home.

Automate Everything - Live Guide is just the start of automated technologies on the E-PL1 designed to free you up to focus on your subjects instead of focusing on your camera’s settings.

➢ 19 Scene-Select Modes: From portraits to sunset shots, the E-PL1 is equipped with 19 Scene-Select modes for effortless picture taking, including Fireworks, Sunset, Children, Macro and Panorama, to name a few. Capturing beautiful portraits is easy with the ePortrait Mode that enables you to smooth your subject’s complexion.

➢ Intelligent Auto (iAuto) Mode: When you don’t want to use the scene-select modes, the iAuto mode automatically identifies what you’re shooting and adjusts settings for you to capture the best result depending on the situation.

➢ Face Detection: Reduce the chance of blurred subjects in images by recognizing up to eight faces, tracking them within the image area, and automatically focusing and optimizing exposure for sharp portraits.

➢ In-Camera Panorama: Capture three images and stitch them together to create one amazing, seamless panoramic picture. Or use the included OLYMPUS [ib] software to stitch up to 10 images together for the ultimate panorama.

➢ iEnhance: With this mode the warm yellow and orange colors of a sunset are heightened to a dramatically lifelike color that’s truer to what you see with the naked eye. iEnhance can be used in any mode, and automatically engages when using iAuto to enrich color in any subject.

➢ Share: Just connect the camera to an HDTV with an optional HDMI cable and use your TV remote to control playback functions and navigate the camera’s menus from the comfort of your personal front-row seat. The E-PL1 records to SDHC (Class 6 recommended) media cards that can be plugged directly into many devices and accommodate large files, including videos.

New Powerfully Simple Pop-Up Flash - The E-PL1 is the first camera in the Olympus PEN series with a built-in pop-up flash that makes it easy to illuminate low-light subjects, reduce red-eye and fill in dark areas. The camera is also compatible with a range of optional external flashes, including the Olympus FL-36R and FL-50R, which can be controlled wirelessly by the E-PL1 so you can dynamically control lighting as your photography skills grow.

PRO-QUALITY IMAGES - How do professional photographers capture the stunning images you see in the pages of glossy magazines and coffee-table books? Talent matters, of course, but you also need the right equipment. Rest assured that the E-PL1 has everything you need to produce vibrant, professional-quality images: a large image sensor, in-body Image Stabilization, Imager Autofocus, the proven Olympus Dust Reduction System and the TruePic™ V Image Processor.

Big Sensor, Not a Big Body - At the heart of the E-PL1 is a large-size image sensor that’s the same sensor as the one inside the Olympue E-30 and E-620 DSLR models. The only difference between this sensor and what the pros use is that this big sensor is inside the much smaller body of the E-PL1. This high-performance 12.3-megapixel Live MOS image sensor (eight times larger than the average point-and-shoot camera sensor) delivers excellent dynamic range, accurate color fidelity, and a state-of-the-art amplifier circuit to reduce noise and capture fine image details in both highlight and shadow areas.

Stabilize All of Your Lenses - Instead of selling more expensive lenses that have image stabilization inside them, Olympus takes a different approach by having image stabilization built right into the body of the E-PL1. This means that any lens Micro Four Thirds™, Four Thirds and any third-party lens) attached to the E-PL1 will deliver blur-free images thanks to three modes of In-body Image Stabilization that automatically compensate for camera shake, including in low-light situations or when shooting without a tripod. Since the PEN cameras are the world’s smallest interchangeable-lens cameras with image stabilization built inside the body, you can take the E-PL1 with you and capture great images, and it won’t weigh you down.

Track Your Subjects Wherever They Roam - The E-PL1’s Continuous Autofocus (C-AF) Tracking and Autofocus (AF) Target Registration locks your subject into focus and constantly adjusts focus and brightness whether you or your subject is moving. With this mode, a simple push of the shutter release enables you to keep moving subjects in focus – tracking them from left to right and from front to back – within the frame, automatically ensuring that even active subjects, like kids playing sports, are captured clearly.

The E-PL1’s Imager Autofocus in Live View enables you to compose, focus and capture the shot quickly and easily without ever taking your eyes off the camera’s large, 2.7-inch full-color, high-contrast HyperCrystal LCD for an easy, seamless viewing experience when shooting still images or videos. The LCD also provides a wide viewing angle of 176 degrees, which ensures that images can be composed from even the most obscure angles.

This Camera Leaves Others in the Dust - If you’re just starting out with a camera that has interchangeable lenses, you don’t have to worry about dust spots on your sensor ruining the perfect image every time you change lenses. Spend more time shooting with the E-PL1 and less time worrying about dust with the proven Olympus Dust Reduction System that produces spot-free photos with the exclusive Supersonic Wave Filter™, a patented ultrasonic technology that vibrates to remove dust and other particles from the front of the image sensor, capturing them on a special adhesive membrane every time the camera is turned on.

True-to-Life Color - The E-PL1’s Live MOS image sensor is complemented by Olympus’ TruePic™ V Image Processor, which produces clear and colorful photos using all the pixel information for each image to provide the best digital images possible. The image processor is noted for accurate natural color, true-to-life flesh tones, brilliant blue skies and precise tonal expression; it also lowers image noise in photos shot at higher ISO settings (ISO 100 to ISO 3200), enabling great results in low-light situations.

EASILY EXPAND YOUR CREATIVE HORIZONS WITH BUILT-IN EFFECTS - Express yourself with in-camera creative features. Professional images are rarely unedited images. Video and still image pros use computer-editing software to render their images with effects that set their shots apart from the pack. Olympus appreciates that you may not have hours to spend retouching your images at the computer, so the E-PL1 incorporates editing effects inside the camera to save you time. Whether you apply in-camera creative effects while shooting an image, or apply them later to images captured without the effects, all are inside the E-PL1, so you can achieve dramatic results on the go without a computer or editing software.

The E-PL1 has six in-camera Art Filters, including a new filter called Gentle Sepia. This filter gives your images and videos a soft, warm sepia cast similar to historical images from the early days of photography. The sepia tones are softer and the blacks are a true black, unlike traditional sepia images. The new filter joins Pop Art, Soft Focus, Pin Hole, Grainy Film and Diorama (the filter that makes everything look as small as the E-PL1).

With the E-PL1’s Multiple Exposure function available for still image capture, you are free to tell a visual story your way. The image capture options enable you to shoot one shot, then another and combine them in real time, or capture both shots separately and combine them within the camera later. Take a shot of your significant other, and overlay your self-portrait on top to figure out what your kids will look like. If you have kids already, overlay your kid’s face on top of a shot of his or her favorite cartoon character for laughs. Your ability to manipulate space and time makes this new creative multimedia device a veritable time machine. You often can achieve greater photographic expression by framing a scene in a unique way. The E-PL1 provides four aspect ratios that serve as masks to frame your image to the desired proportions, including the standard 4:3 aspect ratio that is suited to an 8 x 10-inch enlargement; the 16:9 aspect ratio that will display beautifully on a widescreen television; and other popular aspect ratios, such as 3:2 and 6:6. The Multi-Aspect Shooting further expresses your creative vision when combined with in-camera Art Filters and Multiple Exposures.

With the E-PL1, you have your own living library of still images, HD video and audio to remix at your command. In playback mode, you can seamlessly mix stills and movies inside the camera to create a multimedia slideshow, and dub in one of three built-in dramatic background music options to provide a soundtrack for your cinematic creation. With so many creative options, there’s no limit to what you can create. Choose whether or not you want to play back just pictures, just movies or a combination; also control playing back the whole movie or just a clip.

OPEN SYSTEM EASILY GROWS WITH YOUR ABILITY - With a basic point-and-shoot camera, you get one lens built into the camera. One lens, that’s it. And it’s likely a small lens, which doesn’t allow a lot of light through to hit the image sensor. So, you may have a difficult time in low-light conditions. And without the option of adding more lenses, you’re limited to what that one point-and-shoot lens can do. The E-PL1 solves these issues by accepting a variety of lenses to maximize its functionality. Whether shooting still images or HD video, you can add everything from an extreme wide-angle fisheye lens to a super-telephoto lens for a wide range of expressive options.

The M. ZUIKO DIGITAL Micro Four Thirds lenses are designed to be more compact and portable like the E-PL1. Choose from the ED 14-42mm f3.5/5.6 zoom lens (28-84mm equivalent in 35mm cameras) sold with the E-PL1, the ED 17mm f2.8 lens (34mm equivalent), the new super wide-angle zoom ED 9-18mm f4.0-5.6 lens (18-36mm equivalent) or the high-power wide to telephoto zoom ED 14-150mm f4.0-5.6 lens (28-300mm equivalent).

If you want to have even more options, the MMF-2 Four Thirds System Lens Adapter makes the E-PL1 compatible with all Olympus ZUIKO Digital Specific™ lenses and other Four Thirds System lenses from Sigma, Panasonic and Leica. Olympus OM film-based lenses can be attached to the E-PL1 with the MF-2 OM Lens Adapter, and there are third-party adapters developed for lenses from most other manufacturers.

SOFTWARE AND ACCESSORY OPTIONS WHEN YOU’RE READY - The E-PL1 incorporates an accessory port for connecting the optional VF-2 live-finder, a detachable electronic viewfinder, or the new optional external microphone adapter set (which includes the EMA-1 adapter, the ME-51S stereo microphone and a cord) for those who want to capture enhanced audio with any microphone that has a 3.5mm plug. These optional accessories easily slide into the camera’s accessory port and hot shoe.

Consumers who wish to hold the E-PL1 up to their eye rather than use the LCD will appreciate that the optional VF-2, which provides 1.15x magnification and a 100 percent field of view with sharp resolution, brightness and contrast. The viewfinder refreshes quickly to minimize image ghosting on fast-moving subjects. It also rotates up to 90 degrees to enable photographers to look down into it, which is useful when shooting subjects from challenging angles. The built-in diopter adjustment and high magnification offer easy viewing with and without glasses.

The E-PL1 offers OLYMPUS [ib] software that includes photography workflow, browsing, editing and unique photo-organizing functions. You can organize your photos by person with automatic face-recognition technology, by location with a Geotagging function or by event. You can easily view photos on an HDTV or on the camera’s LCD with the Photo Surfing or Slideshow functions. The name [ib] stands for image bridging, image browsing and image brightening. The software will be available for Windows operating systems only.

Underwater Housing for Aquatic Adventures - The new camera’s compact design makes it the perfect companion for all of your dive trips. The PT-EP01 underwater case has been specially customized for the Olympus E-PL1 and is waterproof to a depth of 40 meters (approximately 130 feet). With its durable, high-quality polycarbonate construction, this Olympus housing protects the camera from water while also cushioning it from knocks and bumps on land. The housing enables viewing from either the camera’s LCD screen or an optional electronic viewfinder. The flash connectors allow optional use of up to two UFL-2 underwater flash units via fiber optic cable. A nonremovable front lens port accommodates multiple Micro Four Thirds lenses.

New Exterior Design, Same PEN DNA - The E-PL1 streamlines the Olympus Micro Four Thirds PEN series form and is available in three new body colors, including Black, Champagne Gold and Slate Blue. Thanks to its compact size (4.51″ W x 2.84″ H x 1.63″ D excluding protrusions) and light 10.4-ounce body, the E-PL1 won’t weigh you down when you’re on the go.

AVAILABILITY - The Olympus E-PL1 will be available in March 2010. It includes the E-PL1 Body, M. ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm f3.5/5.6 Zoom, USB Cable, Video Cable, Li-Ion Battery Pack (BLS-1), Li-Ion Battery Charger (BCS-1), Shoulder Strap, OLYMPUS [ib] software CD-ROM, Manuals and Registration card. U.S. Pricing / Product Configurations: E-PL1 Body with M. ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm f3.5/5.6 Zoom Lens. Estimated Street Price: $599.99

Sony Alpha A450 Digital SLR Announced

Sony has announced the new Sony Alpha A450 - a new Digital SLR - it features a 14.2 megapixel Exmor™ CMOS sensor, Up to 7 fps continuous shooting, 2.7" screen, Manual Focus Check Live View, Auto HDR, 1,050 shot battery stamina (CIPA measurement), SteadyShot INSIDE (anti-shake sensor), ISO12800, take Sony Memory Sticks, and SD cards, and should be available in February

"The newest addition to the Sony α family of DSLR cameras teams flawless imaging with generous creative options and is ideal for consumers new to DSLR photography who want the best possible image quality.

Powerful yet easy to use, the DSLR-A450 is a perfect all-rounder when you’re ready to take your passion for great pictures to the next level. Ideal for active shooters, it’s at home in any shooting situation, from relaxed portraits to fast-moving sports action.

Inside the α450 is a high-resolution 14.2 (approx.) effective megapixel Exmor™ CMOS sensor. It’s teamed with the powerful BIONZ processor to deliver highly detailed, ultra-low noise images. Sensitivity extends right up to ISO 12800, allowing you to capture beautifully natural handheld images in low light without flash."

Press release continues below.

With a generous 95% field of view, the bright optical viewfinder makes framing and composition a pleasure. As an extra refinement, Manual Focus Check Live View previews clear, bright full-resolution images on the 6.7cm (2.7”) Clear Photo LCD screen. With selectable 7x/14x on-screen image enlargement it’s ideal for confirming pin-sharp focus with portraits, still life, macro and architectural scenes.

The powerful BIONZ image processor enables high-speed continuous shooting at up to 5 fps (maximum – approx. figure). In Speed Priority mode (with AF and AE set at start of burst) this increases to an amazing 7 fps (maximum – actual speed depends on shooting conditions and media card). More than enough to catch sports and fast-moving action with ease.

Creative options are enhanced with Auto HDR mode that accommodates bright highlights and dark shadow details in a single frame. Two successive frames shot handheld at different exposure values are merged automatically by the camera. The result is a detail-packed High Dynamic Range image – with no need for a PC image editor and specialist skills. In addition to fully automatic operation, the exposure difference between frames can be manually set up to 3EV, in 0.5EV increments.

Featured right across the DSLR line-up by Sony, SteadyShot INSIDE™ offers up to 4 steps of anti-shake correction with the full range of 30 α lenses and two teleconvertors, as well as compatible A-mount optics by Konica-Minolta.

The α450 also offers the most impressive shooting stamina of any DSLR camera by Sony to date. The high-capacity battery allows up to 1,050 shots between charges* - plenty for a busy weekend’s sightseeing.

Slots for Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo and SD/SDHC memory cards (sold separately) are offered to suit users’ personal shooting preferences.

Connect the α450 to any HD Ready TV for a breathtaking big-screen view of your photos. PhotoTV HD optimises still image reproduction on compatible BRAVIA™ models, while BRAVIA™ Sync allows control of slideshow and other camera playback functions using your TV remote.

Supplied software includes Image Data Converter SR; Image Data Lightbox SR; and PMB (Picture Motion Browser) for easy image management. The α450 is also compatible with the wide range of high-quality DSLR accessories by Sony, including flashes, carry cases, batteries and chargers, GPS and more.

The DSLR-A450 digital SLR camera by Sony is available from the beginning of February 2010.

Samsung NX10 Camera System Officially Announced

Samsung has announced the new Samsung NX10 - a new interchangeable lens system - much like the Micro Four Thirds (M43) system - but with an APS-C sensor (larger than M43) and a new lens mount. The camera features a 14.6 megapixel CMOS sensor, 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 lens kit with IS, VGA electronic viewfinder with 100% view, 3" AMOLED screen, dust reduction system, 400 shot battery life, ISO3200, 3fps shooting, built in flash, and 720p 30 fps video recording:

"The NX10, which is the first one of the NX series, is an interchangeable-lens model that combines utmost image quality and rich natural colors with easy portability. With a super large image 14.6 Megapixel, an APS-C CMOS sensor, three exchangeable lenses and a fast, yet precise AF function the Samsung NX10 allows you to capture fleeting moments instantly. Furthermore, the NX10 allows to either use a top-notch 3.0’ AMOLED screen or a, proximity sensor equipped, eye-level electronic viewfinder."

More information on the Samsung NX10: SamsungImaging, AmateurPhotographer, DPReview preview, DPNow preview, Engadget Press Release.

Olympus PEN E-P1 M43 DSLR Review

The Online Photographer has published a three part review (Part 2, Part 3 here) of the Olympus PEN E-P1 Micro Four Thirds camera - The E-P1 is one of the world's smallest digital camera with changeable lens, it features the same size sensor as other Olympus Digital SLRs (meaning much better image quality with all the low-noise benefits of a DSLR), but with a camera body and lens size much more in like with a compact point and shoot. It is available for £579 (body only) or with a 17mm lens (34mm equivalent, with viewfinder £699), and 14-42mm 3x zoom lens (28 - 84mm equivalent, £579). It's also available with both lenses for £749.

December 2009 Offer: Olympus UK are offering a free flash when you buy the E-P1 in December.

Read our Olympus PEN E-P1 Review
View our Olympus PEN E-P1 Sample Photo Gallery
Olympus PEN E-P1 Unboxed at Recently Reviewed

Read more Olympus PEN E-P1 Reviews: PhotoZone, Photoxels, NeoCamera, Digital Photography School, The Digital Story (via 1001nc.com), LawrenceRipsher, DPExpert, Olympus PEN E-P1 Reviews

Nikon D3000 Digital SLR Review

DPReview has reviewed the new Nikon D3000 - an update to the D60 - it features a 10 megapixel sensor, 3fps shooting, 11 point focus, 3" LCD, SD support, new Guide mode, and ISO 100-1600. The Nikon D3000 is available for £389 with VR kit lens.

"As far as image quality is concerned, the D3000 is a thoroughly satisfying camera, without being exceptional. The white balance system doesn't cope all that well with artificial lighting, but the same is true of the D5000 and D90 as well, and it isn’t significantly worse than anything else in the entry-level sector."

Read Nikon D3000 Reviews: Imaging Resource, Cameralabs, Trusted Reviews, LetsGoDigital, Photocrati, ePhotoZine, KenRockwell Review | Guide, DigitalCameraInfo, DCResource, NeoCamera, Photography BLOG, Pocket-Lint, Previews: DPReview

Olympus PEN E-P2 M43 DSLR Review

The Online Photographer has reviewed the new Olympus PEN E-P2 - an update to the E-P1 (12.3mp, 3" live view, anti-shake sensor, 4fps) - it features a new expansion port supporting a new electronic viewfinder (VF-2, 1.44m pixels), audio input option, new art filters (Diorama / miniature and Cross process), i-Enhance, improved AF with AF-tracking, and a new body colour (silver, white and black). Movie mode is also enhanced with adjustable shutter and aperture settings. The camera will be available with 14-42mm kit lens and viewfinder for £850 Dec 2009 / Jan 2010.

"One of the objections to E-P1 was the lack of a proper viewfinder. E-P2 certainly remedies that with its electronic viewfinder, the VF-2. Specification-wise, the viewfinder has the resolution of 1.44 MP, a refresh rate of 60 fps and a magnification of 1.15x. To the eye, the viewfinder is as good as the viewfinder on my E-3. While the E-3 might not have as big a viewfinder as full-frame offerings from other manufacturers, its viewfinder is nice and bright, and good for manual focusing. It's exactly the same with the VF-2: Nice, bright and good for manual focusing."

Olympus E-P2 Previews: FourThirdsUser, TheDigitalStory, DPReview, DCResource, Imaging Resource, CNET Asia, DigitalCameraReview, Sample Photos: Olympus

Pentax K-7 Digital SLR Review

Photocrati has reviewed the new Pentax K7 Digital SLR - the new weather resistant camera features a 14.6mp sensor with HD video recording at 720p, HDMI output, AF assist, electronic level, HDR mode, 5.2fps shooting and 3" live view screen. The camera is available from Amazon UK body only:

"The flagship of the Pentax DLSR series, the K-7 is an unusually rugged semi-professional 14.5 MP camera that’s built like a tank: with a splash-proof magnesium alloy body over a stainless steel chassis. While the 14.5 megapixel K20D is less pricey, the K-7 is even more desirable. This newer model retains all of the K20D’s best features but provides significant benefits: faster (5.2 fps) drive speed, larger 3″ LCD with 920,000 dot resolution, a viewfinder with 100% coverage, plus upgrades for the sensor, processor, autofocus system, built-in image stabilizer and evaluative metering (now with 77 zones)."

Read Pentax K7 DSLR Reviews: DPReview, DCResource, NeoCamera, DeMystifyingDigital, TOP Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, TOP Field Report, Trusted Reviews, Pocket Lint, Photography BLOG, InfoSyncWorld, PhotoReview (AU), DPReview Forums Intro, Part 1, Part 2 (via 1001noisycameras), Previews: DPReview

Sony Alpha A230 Digital SLR Review

Trusted Reviews has reviewed the new Sony Alpha A230 Digital SLR - an update to the A200 - it features a 10 megapixel sensor, 2.7" screen, on screen help guide, ISO3200, SteadyShot INSIDE image stabilization, 2.5fps shooting, D-Range Optimizer, Sony Memory Stick slot, plus SD / SDHC card support. The camera is available for £349:

"The A230 is, as you'd probably expect for the price, a very basic model with only the bare minimum of features. To keep development costs to a minimum it has the same Sony-made 10.2-megapixel CCD sensor previously seen in the Alpha A100 and A200. In fact it's pretty much the same camera as the A200, but with a new body design and a new compact 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 kit lens."

Read more Sony Alpha A230 DSLR Reviews: Photography BLOG, Buy N Shoot

Nikon D5000 Digital SLR Review

Digital Photography School has reviewed the new Nikon D5000 Digital SLR - it features a 12 megapixel CMOS sensor, 2.7" live view swivel screen, HD video recording (720p), ISO3200, adaptive D-lighting, dust reduction, 11-point AF and 19 scene modes. The Nikon D5000 is available for £524 with Nikon VR kit Lens.

"The Nikon D5000 has an appealing D-Movie function: you can shoot video at 24 fps and record clips of 1280×720 pixels — 16:9 aspect ratio — but not full High Definition. If you need a lower res for emailing the camera can also shoot at 640×424 or 320×216 pixels. The maximum run of video totals a 2GB file, producing a run time of five minutes for each 1280×720 clip."

Read Nikon D5000 DSLR Reviews: Photocrati, Cameralabs, NeutralDay, ByThom, DCResource, DPReview, Ken Rockwell, LetsGoDigital, Photography BLOG, Trusted Reviews, Digital Camera Info, Imaging Resource, DPInterface, Cameralabs, BuyNShoot, Previews: DCResource, DPReview, Imaging Resource, Photography BLOG

Pentax K-x Digital SLR Review

Pocket-Lint has reviewed the new Pentax K-x Digital SLR - with "100 colours, 100 styles" it features different body and grip colours (in Japan), a 12.4mp CMOS sensor, sensor shift image stabilisation, dust reduction, 2.7" live view screen, 11 point AF, ISO6400, RAW, HDR (combining 3 photos), 1,280 x 720 (16:9 aspect ratio) 24fps video, 4.7fps shooting, SD card support and takes AA batteries. The camera is available for £564 with 18-55mm kit lens.

"With a design based on its previous starter model in the Pentax K-m, and some trickle down features from the higher end K7, the new K-x in offering 12.4 effective megapixels from a 12.9-megapixel CMOS sensor should in theory offer a best of both worlds’ solution, providing potential owners trading up from a point-and-shoot compact a pretty sound investment for their cash."

More Pentax K-x DSLR Reviews: Photocrati, Digital Camera Review, Photography BLOG, ePhotoZine, Previews: NeutralDay, Photography BLOG, Imaging Resource, DPReview Hands On, Press Release at PentaxDSLRs Blog, Launch at OK1000 (via 1001noisycameras)

Panasonic Lumix GF1 M43 DSLR Review

Cameralabs has reviewed the new Panasonic Lumix GF1 Micro Four Thirds DSLR - the camera features a 12.1 megapixel live view sensor, HD 720p Video at 30fps, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9, 1:1 aspect ratio, AF assist lamp, ISO100 - 3200, 3fps shooting, 3.0" 3:2 aspect 460k pixel screen, dust reduction, and built in flash. Compared to the Olympus E-P1 - It lacks the in body image stablisation, and instead relies on optical IS in the lens. The camera is available in Black, Silver, Red and White, for £619 with kit lens, or £449 body only.

"The new Lumix GF1 departs from the mini-DSLR-styling of the earlier G1 and GH1, instead adopting a relatively compact form factor. Like the Olympus E-P1 before it, the GF1 therefore delivers the combination of large sensor, interchangeable lenses and portability which enthusiasts have been requesting for years. It may still be fairly chunky compared to a typical compact, but is considerably smaller and lighter than a DSLR, especially when fitted with a thin pancake prime lens, like Panasonic’s 20mm f1.7 model."

Read Panasonic Lumix GF1 Reviews: Digital Camera Info, Trusted Reviews, TOP Part I, TOP Part II, ByThom, DPExpert, DPExpert GF1 and E-P1, ePhotoZine, The Online Photographer, DPReview, DCResource, Luminous Landscape, HardwareZone, Which43.com, Previews: Davids Simple Photography Hands On, Pocket Lint, DPNow, Links: Read the full GF1 Press Release, Related: Why I love Micro FourThirds (TOP).

Canon EOS 7D Digital SLR Review

Gizmodo has reviewed the new Canon EOS 7D Digital SLR, it features an 18 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor, 8fps shooting, HD video mode with 24, 25, 30fps shooting and manual mode, Dual Digic 4 processors, 3" screen, weather protected magnesium alloy body, ISO upto 12800, 100% viewfinder, and 19 point AF. The camera is available from Amazon UK

"The Canon EOS 7D is an 18 megapixel digital SLR camera incorporating a new APS-C CMOS sensor designed and manufactured by Canon. Featuring a revised photodiode and microlens construction, the 7D’s sensor offers a versatile ISO range of 100-12,800. Other new additions include dual DIGIC 4 processors offering continuous shooting at 8fps, improved 19-point cross-type auto-focus system including Zone and Spot AF, Focus Colour Luminance metering system which measures from 63 zones, and an Intelligent Viewfinder with 100% frame coverage and 1.0x magnification."

Read more Canon EOS 7D Reviews: NeutralDay, Pocket Lint, Trusted Reviews, NeoCamera, DPExpert, DPReview, CameraLabs, Divid's Simple Photography, Photo Review, Roland Lim, Photography BLOG, DigitalRev, Luminous Landscape First Look, Previews: DPReview, BobAtkins, Full Canon EOS 7D Press Release.

Olympus PEN E-P2 M43 DSLR Announced

Olympus has announced the new Olympus PEN E-P2 - an update to the E-P1 (12.3mp, 3" live view, anti-shake sensor, 4fps) - it features a new expansion port supporting a new electronic viewfinder (VF-2, 1.44m pixels), audio input option, new art filters (Diorama / miniature and Cross process), i-Enhance, improved AF with AF-tracking, and a new body colour (silver, white and black). Movie mode is also enhanced with adjustable shutter and aperture settings. The camera will be available with 14-42mm kit lens and viewfinder for £850 Dec 2009 / Jan 2010.

Two new lenses announced: Olympus has also announced two new Micro Four Thirds lenses: M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm F4.0-5.6 super wide-angle zoom lens (14-36mm 35mm equivalent), and M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-150mm F4.0-5.6 high-power telephoto zoom lens (28-300mm 35mm equivalent), both should be available in the first half of 2010.

"With its high resolution, brightness, and contrast, the new VF-2 external electronic viewfinder will expand your vision and enrich your photography. You can check and adjust settings on the viewfinder display, preview Art Filter effects, and even take advantage of the screen to make manual focusing easier. Together with the new Art Filter effects and "i-ENHANCE" feature, the E-P2 gives you the power to create your own unique images."

Olympus E-P2 Previews: FourThirdsUser, TheDigitalStory, DPReview, DCResource, Imaging Resource, CNET Asia, DigitalCameraReview, Sample Photos: Olympus

Pentax K-x Digital SLR Review

Photography BLOG has reviewed the new Pentax K-x Digital SLR - with "100 colours, 100 styles" it features different body and grip colours (in Japan), a 12.4mp CMOS sensor, sensor shift image stabilisation, dust reduction, 2.7" live view screen, 11 point AF, ISO6400, RAW, HDR (combining 3 photos), 1,280 x 720 (16:9 aspect ratio) 24fps video, 4.7fps shooting, SD card support and takes AA batteries. The camera is available for £599 with 18-55mm kit lens.

"The Pentax K-x is a new mid-range digital SLR that combines the compact body and simple operation of the entry-level K-m camera with some of the advanced features of the prosumer K-7 model. The 12.4 megapixel Pentax Kx offers an uncluttered design that is particularly well-suited to compact camera owners looking to make the step-up to a DSLR whilst featuring the same 11-point wide-frame AF system with 9 cross sensors and 2 line sensors as the K-7. In addition to Live View, the Pentax K-x also joins the growing list of DSLR cameras that can record video, with a best quality setting of 1280x720 pixels at 30fps."

More Pentax K-x DSLR Reviews: ePhotoZine, Previews: NeutralDay, Photography BLOG, Imaging Resource, DPReview Hands On, Press Release at PentaxDSLRs Blog, Launch at OK1000 (via 1001noisycameras)

Olympus PEN E-P1 M43 DSLR Review

Digital Photography School has reviewed the Olympus PEN E-P1 Micro Four Thirds camera - The E-P1 is one of the world's smallest digital camera with changeable lens, it features the same size sensor as other Olympus Digital SLRs (meaning much better image quality with all the low-noise benefits of a DSLR), but with a camera body and lens size much more in like with a compact point and shoot. It is available for £579 (body only) or with a 17mm lens (34mm equivalent, with viewfinder £699), and 14-42mm 3x zoom lens (28 - 84mm equivalent, £599). It's also available with both lenses for £849.

"Another feature that will please the ambitious operator is the PEN’s ability to superimpose multiple RAW pictures onto each other: additional images can be overlaid onto an earlier image and varied in exposure, white balance etc. The PEN’s face detection function can ‘read’ detects up to eight faces, optimising focus and exposure."

Read our Olympus PEN E-P1 Review
View our Olympus PEN E-P1 Sample Photo Gallery
Olympus PEN E-P1 Unboxed at Recently Reviewed

Read more Olympus PEN E-P1 Reviews: The Digital Story (via 1001nc.com), LawrenceRipsher, DPExpert, Olympus PEN E-P1 Reviews

Panasonic Lumix GF1 M43 DSLR Review

ByThom has reviewed the new Panasonic Lumix GF1 Micro Four Thirds DSLR - the camera features a 12.1 megapixel live view sensor, HD 720p Video at 30fps, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9, 1:1 aspect ratio, AF assist lamp, ISO100 - 3200, 3fps shooting, 3.0" 3:2 aspect 460k pixel screen, dust reduction, and built in flash. Compared to the Olympus E-P1 - It lacks the in body image stablisation, and instead relies on optical IS in the lens. The camera is available in Black, Silver, Red and White, for £699 with kit lens, or £449 body only.

"I was quite happy to see Panasonic develop the GF1. On paper it looked like a perfect bridge between the LX3 and the G1/G1h siblings. Moreover, my biggest issue with the Olympus was autofocus performance, and Panasonic seems to have figured out contrast autofocus better than the rest of the pack. Thus, My hope was that I'd just get a "fixed" E-P1. Unfortunately, that's not exactly what I got."

Read Panasonic Lumix GF1 Reviews: DPExpert, DPExpert GF1 and E-P1, ePhotoZine, The Online Photographer, DPReview, DCResource, Luminous Landscape, HardwareZone, Which43.com, Previews: Davids Simple Photography Hands On, Pocket Lint, DPNow, Links: Read the full GF1 Press Release, Related: Why I love Micro FourThirds (TOP).

Sony Alpha A850 Digital SLR Review

Photocrati has reviewed the new Sony Alpha A850 - which sits below the A900 - it features the same 24.6 Megapixel EXMOR CMOS Full Frame (35mm) Sensor, BIONZ processor, Super SteadyShot Inside, ISO 100-3200 (boost to 6,400), 98% coverage optical viewfinder (instead of 100%), 3.0" 921k pixel sreen, 3fps shooting (vs 5fps on the A900). The camera is available from Amazon UK for £1639 / $2000 US / €1999

"Boasting the highest resolution available in a 35mm size DSLR, the latest Sony camera is also the most affordable full-frame model on the market. Priced to sell at about $700 less than the Sony A900, the Nikon D700 and the Canon EOS 5D Mk II, the A850 is a downright bargain."

Read Sony Alpha A850 DSLR Reviews: AlphaMountWorld, Imaging Resource, Luminous Landscape

Nikon D3000 Digital SLR Review

Cameralabs has reviewed the new Nikon D3000 - an update to the D60 - it features a 10 megapixel sensor, 3fps shooting, 11 point focus, 3" LCD, SD support, new Guide mode, and ISO 100-1600. The Nikon D3000 is available for £399 with VR kit lens.

"The Nikon D3000 is the company’s latest entry-level DSLR, featuring 10.2 Megapixels and an easy-to-use control system aimed at DSLR beginners or those wanting to upgrade from a point-and-shoot camera. Announced in July 2009, it’s the successor to the popular D60, and sits below the D5000 in the current Nikon range. The major new features are a larger 3in screen, an 11-point AF system and a new Guide mode for beginners."

Read Nikon D3000 Reviews: Trusted Reviews, LetsGoDigital, Photocrati, ePhotoZine, KenRockwell Review | Guide, DigitalCameraInfo, DCResource, NeoCamera, Photography BLOG, Pocket-Lint, Previews: DPReview

Canon EOS 1D Mark IV DSLR Announced

Canon has announced the new Canon EOS 1D Mark IV - a new 16.1 MP APS-H CMOS sensor Digital SLR with 10fps at up to 121 JPEG burst, 45-point AF system with 39 cross type sensors, Full HD (1080p) movies with manual control, High ISO up to 102400, 3.0” Clear View II LCD with Live View mode, Dual “DIGIC 4” image processing, EOS Integrated Cleaning System, and Full EF and EX Speedlite compatibility. The EOS 1D Mark IV is available from the end of December 2009 priced at £4499.00 / €5499.00 RRP inc. VAT.

"Canon today announces the launch of the new EOS 1D MARK IV – a high-speed, professional Digital SLR (DSLR) camera designed to empower photographers to capture split-second moments in high resolution, under the most challenging of conditions. Ideal for shooting action, sports, news events and wildlife photography, the Canon EOS 1D MARK IV delivers speed, power and high-resolution images, creating the perfect camera for photographers who require reliability in fast-paced, high-pressure situations."

Canon EOS 1D Mark IV Preview: Imaging Resource, Video: Vincent Laforet

Nikon D300s Digital SLR Review

Ken Rockwell has reviewed the new Nikon D300s - an update to the D300 - it features a 12.3 megapixel sensor, 7fps shooting, 3" LCD, CF and SD support, live view, HD Video recording, and ISO 200-3200. The D300s is available from Amazon

"The D300s adds the new quiet mode originally introduced in the D5000. Set it simply on the top dial. In Quiet Mode, the D300s is much quieter than usual, but not as quiet as the D5000 or the LEICA M7. In Quiet mode, the D300s is as quiet as the LEICA M9."

Read Nikon D300s Reviews: Photography BLOG, Gizmodo, Cameralabs, Pocket Lint, Previews: DPReview

Canon EOS 7D Digital SLR Review

Photography BLOG has reviewed the new Canon EOS 7D Digital SLR, it features an 18 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor, 8fps shooting, HD video mode with 24, 25, 30fps shooting and manual mode, Dual Digic 4 processors, 3" screen, weather protected magnesium alloy body, ISO upto 12800, 100% viewfinder, and 19 point AF. The camera is available for pre-order from Amazon UK

"The Canon EOS 7D is an 18 megapixel digital SLR camera incorporating a new APS-C CMOS sensor designed and manufactured by Canon. Featuring a revised photodiode and microlens construction, the 7D’s sensor offers a versatile ISO range of 100-12,800. Other new additions include dual DIGIC 4 processors offering continuous shooting at 8fps, improved 19-point cross-type auto-focus system including Zone and Spot AF, Focus Colour Luminance metering system which measures from 63 zones, and an Intelligent Viewfinder with 100% frame coverage and 1.0x magnification."

Read more Canon EOS 7D Reviews: DigitalRev, Luminous Landscape First Look, Previews: DPReview, BobAtkins, Full Canon EOS 7D Press Release.

Panasonic Lumix GF1 M43 DSLR Review

The Online Photographer has reviewed the new Panasonic Lumix GF1 Micro Four Thirds DSLR - the camera features a 12.1 megapixel live view sensor, HD 720p Video at 30fps, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9, 1:1 aspect ratio, AF assist lamp, ISO100 - 3200, 3fps shooting, 3.0" 3:2 aspect 460k pixel screen, dust reduction, and built in flash. Compared to the Olympus E-P1 - It lacks the in body image stablisation, and instead relies on optical IS in the lens. The camera is available in Black, Silver, Red and White, for £729 with kit lens, or £499 body only.

"The GF1 is "pocketable" the way the Canon G10 or Olympus E-P1 is—you have to have big pockets like maybe those in a sport jacket. Better yet, a purse works well—even if, for husbands, it isn't your own purse, but is usually nearby. The GF1 isn't much bigger (with the pancake lens) than the Canon G10, and is the smallest camera made with interchangeable lenses and a built in flash."

Read Panasonic Lumix GF1 Reviews: DPReview, DCResource, Luminous Landscape, HardwareZone, Which43.com, Previews: Davids Simple Photography Hands On, Pocket Lint, DPNow, Links: Read the full GF1 Press Release, Related: Why I love Micro FourThirds (TOP).

Sony Alpha A500 A550 DSLR Review

Photocrati has reviewed the new Sony Alpha A500 and A550. The A500 features a 12.3 megapixel CMOS sensor, the A550 features a 14.2 megapixel sensor, and both cameras feature a 3" tilting screen (921k pixels on the A550, 230k on the A500), and 5fps shooting (upto 7fps on the A550), live view, steadyshot inside (anti-shake sensor), Auto HDR, and HDMI out. The A500 is available for £586

"Although the menu does not include nearly as many items as you’ll find in some competing DSLRs, the A500 and A550 are well-equipped, missing only reflex mirror pre-lock and depth of field preview. They provide many other advanced features including Wireless Off-Camera TTL flash capability. Both are also suitable for sports photography at 5 fps."

More Sony A550, A500 Information: DPReview Preview, Luminous Landscapes, More pictures.

Nikon D3s Digital SLR Announced

Nikon has announced the new Nikon D3s Digital SLR - and already several people have published "reviews" and previews, the first comes from Techradar with a hands-on review, and previews come from DPReview, DPNow, and LetsGoDigital. The camera features a 12 megapixel FX-format CMOS Sensor, ISO 200 to 12,800, 9fps, HD Video, live view, 3-Inch 921,000-dot VGA LCD Monitor, dust reduction, 100% Viewfinder Coverage, and 4200 shot battery life:

"Rugged construction houses barrier-breaking technologies, delivering low-noise 12,800 ISO still shooting at up to 9-fps, with 24-fps cinema-quality HD video."

More Nikon D3s Reviews, Previews, and Sample Photos: Nikon Sample Photos,

Sony Alpha A330 Digital SLR Review

CameraLabs has reviewed the new Sony Alpha A330 Digital SLR - an update to the A300 - it features a 10 megapixel sensor, 2.7" live-view tilting screen, on screen help guide, ISO3200, SteadyShot INSIDE image stabilization, 2.5fps shooting, D-Range Optimizer, Sony Memory Stick slot, plus SD / SDHC card support. The camera is available for £599 with kit lens.

"Sony’s Alpha DSLR-A330 is one the company’s latest entry-level DSLRs. Announced in May 2009, it’s the successor to the Alpha A300, and inherits many features from this earlier model including the same 10.2 Megapixel CCD sensor, built-in image stabilisation which works with any lens you attach, quick Live View system and vertically-tilting screen. Indeed the internal specification is almost identical."

Read more Sony Alpha A330 DSLR Reviews: Photography BLOG, Trusted Reviews

Canon EOS 5D Mark II DSLR Field Review

Photocrati have reviewed the new Canon EOS 5D Mark II Digital SLR - the new flagship camera features a 21.1MP full frame CMOS sensor, ISO upto 25600, Full HD (1080, 30fps) movie recording, 3" VGA LCD with Live View, 3.9fps JPEG shooting, 9-point AF + 6 Assist AF points, and Magnesium alloy body. The Canon 5D Mark II is available from Amazon UK:

"The 5D MkII also features automated sensor cleaning, which we’re beginning to take for granted in a 35mm-style DSLR these days-but it’s still worth mentioning, since this feature was notably absent in the original 5D (to my chagrin). Battery life on the 5D MkII is longer than in the 5D (1800 mAh for the new battery vs. 1390 mAh for the old). The specs say you should get 50 more exposures."

Canon EOS 5D Mark II DSLR Reviews: Trusted Reviews, Luminous Landscape, Imaging Resource, DPExpert, DCI, DCResource, DPReview, Photo.net, Steves Digicams, The Digital Picture, Cameratown, Cameralabs, Ken Rockwell, ArtbyPhil, Photography BLOG, Digital Journalist, Previews: DPReview

Nikon D3000 Digital SLR Review

Photocrati has reviewed the new Nikon D3000 - an update to the D60 - it features a 10 megapixel sensor, 3fps shooting, 11 point focus, 3" LCD, SD support, new Guide mode, and ISO 100-1600. The Nikon D3000 is available for £419 with VR kit lens.

"Nikon’s D40 and D40x were very popular entry-level DSLRs but the replacement model is even more desirable. While it’s also very budget-friendly, the equally small D3000 offers some valuable benefits in spite of the pleasantly low price (about $600 with 18-55mm VR lens.) The primary improvements include a more effective AF system with 11 points plus 3D tracking focus, a larger 3-inch (7.62cm) LCD screen, a faster 3fps continuous framing rate and far more image retouching options in playback mode."

Read Nikon D3000 Reviews: ePhotoZine, KenRockwell Review | Guide, DigitalCameraInfo, DCResource, NeoCamera, Photography BLOG, Pocket-Lint, Previews: DPReview

Pentax K-7 Digital SLR Review

DPReview have reviewed the new Pentax K7 Digital SLR - the new weather resistant camera features a 14.6mp sensor with HD video recording at 720p, HDMI output, AF assist, electronic level, HDR mode, 5.2fps shooting and 3" live view screen. The camera is available from Amazon UK body only:

Read Pentax K7 DSLR Reviews: DCResource, NeoCamera, DeMystifyingDigital, TOP Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, TOP Field Report, Trusted Reviews, Pocket Lint, Photography BLOG, InfoSyncWorld, PhotoReview (AU), DPReview Forums Intro, Part 1, Part 2 (via 1001noisycameras), Previews: DPReview

Panasonic Lumix GH1 DSLR Review

PhotographyBay have reviewed the new Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 - an update to the G1 - it adds HD-video recording at 1920 × 1080 at 24fps to the 12 megapixel live view micro four thirds camera, it also features a new lens specifically designed for HD video recording. The Panasonic GH1 is available from Amazon UK

"I was really pleased with the GH1 as a fun and capable alternative to a DSLR. It’s certainly not a camera for everyone; however, it’s a camera anyone can pick up and start using. If all the buttons are too intimidating, it’s easy to pick the GH1 up, set it to Auto mode and start shooting. Users wanting to move up from a point and shoot camera to something with better image quality will instantly benefit from the GH1’s larger sensor."

Panasonic Lumix GH1 Previews: DCResource, Cameralabs, Serious Compacts, Photography BLOG, Luminous Landscape, Imaging Resource, DPReview, Gizmodo, Engadget, Philip Bloom, ImagingInsider, DCI, Cameralabs, DPReview

Canon EOS 7D Digital SLR Review

DigitalRev, and Luminous Landscape have reviewed the new Canon EOS 7D Digital SLR, it features an 18 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor, 8fps shooting, HD video mode with 24, 25, 30fps shooting and manual mode, Dual Digic 4 processors, 3" screen, weather protected magnesium alloy body, ISO upto 12800, 100% viewfinder, and 19 point AF. The camera is available for pre-order from Amazon UK

Read more Canon EOS 7D Reviews: Luminous Landscape First Look, Previews: DPReview, BobAtkins, Full Canon EOS 7D Press Release.

Panasonic Lumix GF1 M43 DSLR Review

Luminous Landscape have reviewed the new Panasonic Lumix GF1 Micro Four Thirds DSLR - the camera features a 12.1 megapixel live view sensor, HD 720p Video at 30fps, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9, 1:1 aspect ratio, AF assist lamp, ISO100 - 3200, 3fps shooting, 3.0" 3:2 aspect 460k pixel screen, dust reduction, and built in flash. Compared to the Olympus E-P1 - It lacks the in body image stablisation, and instead relies on optical IS in the lens. The camera is available in Black, Silver, Red and White, for £729 with kit lens, or £499 body only.

"No sooner had the Olympus EP-1 been introduced than Panasonic announced the GF1, a direct competitor, though it would be some months till it would actually become available. The GF1 trumps the EP-1 in several areas, including much superior autofocus, a much higher resolution rear LCD, superior menu interface, and the availability of an optional electronic viewfinder."

Read Panasonic Lumix GF1 Reviews: HardwareZone, Which43.com, Previews: Davids Simple Photography Hands On, Pocket Lint, DPNow, Links: Read the full GF1 Press Release, Related: Why I love Micro FourThirds (TOP).

Olympus E-30 Digital SLR Review

Digital Photography School have reviewed the new Olympus EVOLT E-30 Digital SLR - the new camera features a 12.3 megapixel sensor, 2.7" swivel screen with live view, 5fps shooting, built in image stabilisation, 11 point AF, ISO100 - 3200, face detection, level gauge, shadow adjustment, and supersonic wave filter (for dust reduction). The Olympus E30 is available from Amazon with kit lens.

"A feature not seen often is multiple exposure: the E-30 can shoot a final, layered collection of two, three or four shots. The brightness of each can be set to half, a third or fourth of the final single exposure. You can also begin with a RAW image and layer extra shots over it. Then, if you’re really adept, you can compress your layer of four and lay another four over it!"

Our Hands-On Photos of the Olympus EVOLT E-30 DSLR
View our Olympus EVOLT E-30 Sample Photos

Read more Olympus EVOLT E-30 DSLR Reviews: Photocrati, Visual Science Lab, DPExpert, DPReview, DCResource, Photography BLOG, Biofos.com, LetsGoDigital

Nikon D300s Digital SLR Review

Cameralabs have reviewed the new Nikon D300s - an update to the D300 - it features a 12.3 megapixel sensor, 7fps shooting, 3" LCD, CF and SD support, live view, HD Video recording, and ISO 200-3200. The D300s is available from Amazon

"Most notably, the D300s now boasts an HD Movie mode (with some enhancements over existing models), a slight boost in continuous shooting speed to 7fps and dual Compact Flash / SD memory card slots. The D300s also now features a Quiet shooting mode and a virtual horizon in live view."

Read Nikon D300s Reviews: Pocket Lint, Previews: DPReview

Olympus E-3 Digital SLR Review

Photocrati have reviewed the new Olympus EVOLT E-3 professional Digital SLR - the camera features a 10 megapixel LiveMOS / Live view sensor, "World's fastest autofocus", 5fps sequential shooting with 19 image RAW buffer, built-in image stabiliser, 2.5" swivel screen, Shadow Adjustment Technology, dust reduction system (Supersonic Wave Filter), Splashproof body and lens system, High sensitivity (ISO 100-3200), and 11 point AF. The Olympus E-3 is available from Amazon.

Olympus EVOLT E-3 DSLR at Focus on Imaging 2008.

Read more Olympus E-3 Reviews: Steve Huff, Thew's Reviews, Megapixel.net, The Online Photographer, Wrotniak.net, Buy-n-shoot, Cameralabs, Luminous Landscape, Trusted Reviews, LetsGoDigital, Think Camera, Digital Camera Review, DPReview, Shutterbug, DCResource, DPExpert, Luminous Landscape, DCViews, Photography BLOG, Photoreview Previews: PopPhoto, Biofos.com, Imaging Resource

Pentax K-7 Digital SLR Review

NeoCamera have reviewed the new Pentax K7 Digital SLR - the new weather resistant camera features a 14.6mp sensor with HD video recording at 720p, HDMI output, AF assist, electronic level, HDR mode, 5.2fps shooting and 3" live view screen. The camera is available from Amazon UK body only:

"Exposure is good with the K-7, specially with subjects that fall within the camera's wide dynamic range. When a subject has more contrast than the K-7 can capture, it tends to overexpose by half a stop or so. This is the way to facilitate printing of unmodified images but for a more natural look, negative exposure-compensation may be needed."

Read Pentax K7 DSLR Reviews: DeMystifyingDigital, TOP Part 1, Part 2, TOP Field Report, Trusted Reviews, Pocket Lint, Photography BLOG, InfoSyncWorld, PhotoReview (AU), DPReview Forums Intro, Part 1, Part 2 (via 1001noisycameras), Previews: DPReview

Nikon D5000 Digital SLR Reviews

NeutralDay has reviewed the new Nikon D5000 Digital SLR - it features a 12 megapixel CMOS sensor, 2.7" live view swivel screen, HD video recording (720p), ISO3200, adaptive D-lighting, dust reduction, 11-point AF and 19 scene modes. The Nikon D5000 is available for £579 with Nikon VR kit Lens.

"Build quality is very solid, and as I’ve come to expect, the Nikon D5000 delivers superb ergonomics. They’ve done a good job at keeping a comfortable grip, and shutter and button placement are just excellent, though some folks will wonder where the dedicated ISO button might be? The camera body is small, but beefy, and features some “styling” but nothing to extreme."

Read Nikon D5000 DSLR Reviews: ByThom, DCResource, DPReview, Ken Rockwell, LetsGoDigital, Photography BLOG, Trusted Reviews, Digital Camera Info, Imaging Resource, DPInterface, Cameralabs, BuyNShoot, Previews: DCResource, DPReview, Imaging Resource, Photography BLOG

Olympus E-620 Digital SLR Review

Digital Photography School have reviewed the new Olympus EVOLT E-620 with twin lens kit. The E-620 fits in between the E-520, and the E-420 in size measuring 130 x 94.0 x 60 mm - and is the smallest DSLR with anti-shake sensor (excluding the E-P1), it features a 12 megapixel sensor, a 2.7" swivel screen, 7 point AF, dust reduction, backlit buttons, ISO3200, and art filters. The Olympus EVOLT E-620 is available for £539 with kit lens, or £649 with twin kit lens.

Our Hands-On look at the Olympus EVOLT E-620 DSLR
View our Olympus EVOLT E-620 Sample Photos

Olympus EVOLT E-620 Reviews: DPExpert, Photocrati, Fourthirdsphoto, Biofos, DPInterface, Cameralabs, DPReview, DigitalCameraInfo, Trusted Reviews, Photography BLOG, DCResource, Steves-Digicams, Previews: DCResource, DPReview, Olympus EVOLT E-620 Announced.

Which43.com - Compares the GF1 and E-P1

Which43.com is a new blog about the new Panasonic Lumix GF1 and Olympus PEN E-P1 Micro Four Thirds cameras and compares features, lenses, plus more. The Panasonic GF1 is available for £714 with kit lens, while the Olympus PEN E-P1 is available for £630 with kit lens.

"The Olympus 17mm f2.8. Contrast-wise it’s a little bit flat, it’s really not that sharp and it has quite a bit of distortion. However, it gives a great field of view that is both narrow enough to be intimate yet wide enough to allow busier compositions. Thankfully, RAW files stand up to a good bit of prodding, so you can still get some impressive results out of it. For day-to-day snapshots, I prefer it over the 20mm f1.7."

Read our Olympus PEN E-P1 Review
View our Olympus PEN E-P1 Sample Photo Gallery
Olympus PEN E-P1 Unboxed at Recently Reviewed

Read more on the Panasonic Lumix GF1: Panasonic Lumix GF1 Reviews
Read more on the Olympus PEN E-P1: Olympus PEN E-P1 Reviews

Nikon D3000 Digital SLR Review

DCResource has reviewed the new Nikon D3000 - an update to the D60 - it features a 10 megapixel sensor, 3fps shooting, 11 point focus, 3" LCD, SD support, new Guide mode, and ISO 100-1600. The Nikon D3000 is available for £429 with VR kit lens.

"The Nikon D3000 is an easy-to-use, compact digital SLR that won't break the bank. It offers very good photo quality, impressive point-and-shoot guides and help screens, responsive performance, full manual controls and, of course, the expandability that you come to expect from a D-SLR. There thing that separates the D3000 from more expensive D-SLRs is its lack of live view support. While live view can certainly be handy at times, I don't think that the vast majority of people will miss that feature."

Read Nikon D3000 Reviews: NeoCamera, Photography BLOG, Pocket-Lint, Previews: DPReview

Canon EOS 500D Rebel T1i DSLR Review

BobAtkins has reviewed the new Canon EOS 500D / Rebel T1i Digital SLR - a new 15.1 megapixel digital SLR with 3" screen, ISO12800, 3.4fps shooting, live view, and 1080p HD video shooting at 20fps. The 500D is available for £579 with kit lens from Amazon UK

"Compared with the XSi, the sensor of the T1i adds another 2.9 MP, increasing the count from 12.2MP to 15.1MP. The 15.1 MP sensor of the Digital Rebel T1i now matches the 15.1MP sensor of the "prosumer" EOS 50D in pixel count, though it may not be exactly the same sensor. The T1i also adds a number of new features of which the most significant may be the ability to shoot HD video."

Canon EOS 500D Rebel T1i DSLR Reviews: InfoSyncWorld, PhotoReview, Cameralabs, DPReview, DPS, LetsGoDigital, Photography BLOG, DPInterface

Nikon D700 Digital SLR Review

BeyondMegapixels have reviewed the FX-format digital SLR Nikon D700 - a 12 megapixel full frame sensor Digital SLR with live view, ISO 200 to 6400, 5fps shooting, sensor cleaning, a 3" VGA screen and more. The Nikon D700 DSLR is available for £1765:

Nikon D700 DSLR Reviews: LetsGoDigital, Photocrati, Photocrati Comparison, DCResource, DPReview, The Online Photographer, Digital Camera Info, DPExpert, Photography BLOG, Ken Rockwell, Imaging Resource, Cameralabs, Trusted Reviews, Think Camera, Luminous Landscape, StillePhotographie, Previews: DPReview

Panasonic Lumix GF1 Micro 43rds Review

HardwareZone have reviewed the new Panasonic Lumix GF1 Micro Four Thirds DSLR - the camera features a 12.1 megapixel live view sensor, HD 720p Video at 30fps, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9, 1:1 aspect ratio, AF assist lamp, ISO100 - 3200, 3fps shooting, 3.0" 3:2 aspect 460k pixel screen, dust reduction, and built in flash. Compared to the Olympus E-P1 - It lacks the in body image stablisation, and instead relies on optical IS in the lens. The camera will be available in Black, Silver, Red and White, for $900 / £816 with lens, or £549 body only.

"The Panasonic Lumix GF1 is a joy of a camera to shoot with. It gave us better shots than we could hope for with any compact, at an acceptable trade-off between size and convenience. It's dead-easy to use, with Panasonic's intelligent iA (Intelligent Auto) mode for point and shoot situations, and full manual settings for finer control."

Read Panasonic Lumix GF1 Reviews, Previews: Davids Simple Photography Hands On, Pocket Lint, DPNow, Links: Read the full GF1 Press Release, Related: Why I love Micro FourThirds (TOP).

Pentax K-x DSLR Announced in TechniColor!

Pentax has announced the new Pentax K-x Digital SLR - with "100 colours, 100 styles" it features different body and grip colours (in Japan), a 12.4mp CMOS sensor, sensor shift image stabilisation, dust reduction, 2.7" live view screen, 11 point AF, ISO6400, RAW, HDR (combining 3 photos), 1,280 x 720 (16:9 aspect ratio) 24fps video, 4.7fps shooting, SD card support and takes AA batteries. The camera will be available for |£599 / $649.95 USD with 18-55mm kit lens.

"PENTAX Imaging Company redefines the entry-level digital SLR category with the introduction of the K-x digital SLR. This latest PENTAX camera offers high-end features including Live View and HD video. And, since there’s no rule that SLR cameras must come in black only, the K-x will be available in a choice of white or black, as well as special, limited edition red and navy.

Priced at $649.95 USD (for body with DA L 18-55mm lens), the extremely compact and lightweight PENTAX K-x forges ahead on the trail initiated by the popular PENTAX K2000. With a one-handed shooting design and simple, easy-to-use operation, the K-x is perfect for users stepping up from a point and shoot digital camera to their first digital SLR."

More Pentax K-x DSLR Links, Previews: NeutralDay, Photography BLOG, Imaging Resource, DPReview Hands On, Press Release at PentaxDSLRs Blog, Launch at OK1000 (via 1001noisycameras)

Olympus PEN E-P1 Firmware Update

Olympus have released Firmware 1.1 for the Olympus E-P1, along with updates for their Olympus kit lenses that improves auto-focus speed. The new Olympus PEN E-P1 is a DSLR that fits in your pocket - you can find out how it performed in our review, and our sample photo gallery.

The E-P1 is the world's smallest digital camera with changeable lens, it features the same size sensor as other Olympus Digital SLRs (meaning much better image quality with all the low-noise benefits of a DSLR), but with a camera body and lens size much more in like with a compact point and shoot. It is available for £549 (body only) or with a 17mm lens (34mm equivalent, with viewfinder £749), and 14-42mm 3x zoom lens (28 - 84mm equivalent, £656). It's also available with both lenses for £849 for the 14-42mm Black & 17mm Silver Pancake Lenses & VF-1 External Optical View Finder Kit with Silver body. The camera features dust reduction, a 12.3 megapixel live view sensor, 720p video recording (1280x720) with stereo sound and HDMI out, anti-shake sensor, 3" screen, 3fps shooting, SDHC support, and ISO100 - 6400.

Read our Olympus PEN E-P1 Review
View our Olympus PEN E-P1 Sample Photo Gallery
Olympus PEN E-P1 Unboxed at Recently Reviewed

Read more Olympus E-P1 Reviews: KenRockwell, ByThom, DPExpert (Thoughts), Photography Bay, DPInterface, DCI, DCResource, DPReview, Davids Simple Photography, SteveHuffPhotos, PhotoReview, Hardware Zone, The Online Photographer, The Digital Story (with 17mm), DigitalRev, PC World, Trusted Reviews, Photocrati, Photography BLOG, Kennysia, T3, Steves-Digicams, Engadget.com, links continued below.

More Olympus PEN E-P1 Links:
Information: Serious Compacts London Launch, Olympus Press Release, Olympus Product Page, Hamburg Press Release (DPNow),

Previews: BandH, JessopsTV, DPReview, LetsGoDigital, DCResource, Four Thirds Photo, Imaging Resource, MacWorld, Digital Camera HQ, Edmond Terakopian, TOP,

Sample Photos: Photography BLOG,

Sample Videos: Youtube, DPReview

Olympus PEN E-P1 Review by Thom

ByThom have published their review of the new Olympus PEN E-P1 (perhaps the most reviewed camera ever?) - a DSLR that fits in your pocket - you can find out how it performed in our review, and our sample photo gallery.

The E-P1 is the world's smallest digital camera with changeable lens, it features the same size sensor as other Olympus Digital SLRs (meaning much better image quality with all the low-noise benefits of a DSLR), but with a camera body and lens size much more in like with a compact point and shoot. It is available for £549 (body only) or with a 17mm lens (34mm equivalent, with viewfinder £749), and 14-42mm 3x zoom lens (28 - 84mm equivalent, £656). It's also available with both lenses for £849 for the 14-42mm Black & 17mm Silver Pancake Lenses & VF-1 External Optical View Finder Kit with Silver body. The camera features dust reduction, a 12.3 megapixel live view sensor, 720p video recording (1280x720) with stereo sound and HDMI out, anti-shake sensor, 3" screen, 3fps shooting, SDHC support, and ISO100 - 6400.

Read our Olympus PEN E-P1 Review
View our Olympus PEN E-P1 Sample Photo Gallery
Olympus PEN E-P1 Unboxed at Recently Reviewed

Read more Olympus E-P1 Reviews: DPExpert (Thoughts), Photography Bay, DPInterface, DCI, DCResource, DPReview, Davids Simple Photography, SteveHuffPhotos, PhotoReview, Hardware Zone, The Online Photographer, The Digital Story (with 17mm), DigitalRev, PC World, Trusted Reviews, Photocrati, Photography BLOG, Kennysia, T3, Steves-Digicams, Engadget.com, links continued below.

More Olympus PEN E-P1 Links:
Information: Serious Compacts London Launch, Olympus Press Release, Olympus Product Page, Hamburg Press Release (DPNow),

Previews: BandH, JessopsTV, DPReview, LetsGoDigital, DCResource, Four Thirds Photo, Imaging Resource, MacWorld, Digital Camera HQ, Edmond Terakopian, TOP,

Sample Photos: Photography BLOG,

Sample Videos: Youtube, DPReview

Panasonic Lumix GF1 Micro DSLR Announced

Panasonic has announced the new Panasonic Lumix GF1 Micro Four Thirds DSLR - the camera features a 12.1 megapixel live view sensor, HD 720p Video at 30fps, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9, 1:1 aspect ratio, AF assist lamp, ISO100 - 3200, 3fps shooting, 3.0" 3:2 aspect 460k pixel screen, dust reduction, and built in flash. Compared to the Olympus E-P1 - It lacks the in body image stablisation, and instead relies on optical IS in the lens. The camera will be available in Black, Silver, Red and White, for $900 / £816 with lens, or £549 body only.

Panasonic have also announced two new lenses: a new LUMIX G 20 mm / F1.7 ASPH. Lens and LEICA DG MACRO-ELMARIT 45 mm / F2.8 ASPH. / MEGA O.I.S. Lens. The camera will also be available with an electronic viewfinder.

"Panasonic today announced the newest addition to its LUMIX G Micro System line-up of advanced digital interchangeable lens system cameras based on the Micro Four Thirds system standard. The new LUMIX DMC-GF1 debuts as the world’s smallest and lightest system camera with built-in flash*. The DMC-GF1 features an elegant, compact flat body and combines great performance with ultimate operating and shooting ease. Furthermore, it effectively optimizes the advantages of a system camera to assure outstanding image quality. The new camera is capable of recording vivid still shots, as well as smooth, beautiful motion pictures. It also features the advanced AVCHD Lite movie for recording extended HD movies, networking with other AV devices and recording in the Motion JPEG format for greater compatibility with PCs."

Continue reading the full Press Release.

More Panasonic Lumix GF1 Links: Photography BLOG Preview, Sample Photos, DPReview Preview, DCResource Preview.

The DMC-GF1 comes with unique functions that include exposure meter and shutter speed preview through the live view. A number of accessories, including the Live View Finder that provides full-time live view, makes photography a lot more fun, while expanding the user's artistic capabilities. The camera comes in three attractive body colors: true black, active red, and sleek silver. Experienced photographers will find the GF1 an ideal everyday camera, while those new to system cameras will see that it gives them the potential to explore realms of photography far beyond the limits of compact cameras.

The DMC-GF1 does not contain the pentaprism found on other standard interchangeable lens cameras. This mirror-less structure allows for an extremely thin neo-classic body design and significantly reduces the size of the G1 by 35% and its weight by 26%. Despite its size, the GF1 comes equipped with a built-in flash and boasts a large, 3.0-inch Intelligent LCD with a wide viewing angle and full 460,000-dot resolution. The Intelligent LCD offers extremely fine, automatic backlight control in combination with high resolution for outstanding viewing in sunny outdoor or dim indoor situations.

Panasonic has succeeded in raising the level of image quality for all LUMIX G Micro System cameras to rival or even surpass that of D-SLR cameras. The 4/3-type 12.1-megapixel Live MOS sensor in the GF1 offers the best of both worlds - the superior image quality of a CCD sensor, and the lower power consumption of a CMOS sensor. It can deliver up to 60 frames-per-second Full-time Live View images, while reproducing images with fine detail and rich gradation. The sophisticated LSI (Venus Engine HD) separates chromatic noise from luminance noise and applies noise reduction to each, so users can capture beautiful images, even when shooting at high ISO sensitivity levels.

The DMC-GF1 also features My Colour mode with a total of seven preset effects – Expressive, Retro, Pure, Elegant, Monochrome, Dynamic Art, and Silhouette while inheriting the previous Custom mode that lets users manually set the colour, brightness and saturation levels. With the Live View function, users can see how these settings will affect the photo even before they shoot.

The DMC-GF1 can record 1280 x 720 high-definition motion picture in AVCHD Lite that features long recording time and high compatibility with audio-visual equipment. The action starts at a press of a button while most of the settings for photo recording are managed. Movie recording formats include HD Motion JPEG in 1280 x 720, QVGA, VGA and WVGA. Beginners can record excellent movies, because the popular iA (Intelligent Auto) is also available for motion image recording. Optical Image Stabilizer (O.I.S.) helps prevent handshake when using high-powered zoom, while Face Detection automatically detects a face in the frame and adjusts focus, exposure, contrast, and skin complexion so it always turns out beautifully. Intelligent Exposure continually checks the ambient light level and adjusts the exposure setting as conditions change. Finally, Intelligent Scene Selector automatically switches between Normal, Portrait, Macro, Scenery, and Low Light modes according to the situation to optimize visual quality.

The contrast AF system in the DMC-GF1 features the industry’s high-speed (approx. 0.3 sec with a Lumix G standard zoom lens H-FS014045.) Users can choose from multiple-area AF with up to 23 focus areas, 1-area AF with a selectable focus area, Face Detection, and AF Tracking. The DMC-GF1 also has a Quick AF function that begins focusing as soon as the user aims the camera to enable quicker focusing. Continuous AF keeps the subject in focus at all times.

The DMC-GF1 has advanced functions that will satisfy experienced photographers and yet is easy for beginners to use, thanks to its improved iA mode. With Face Recognition*, up to six faces can be registered, and up to three can be simultaneously recognized to show their names once registered. When the familiar face appears in the frame again, the camera displays the name of that person and prioritizes focus and exposure so that the face is bright and in sharp focus. In addition to these advanced functions, the iA mode includes fundamental functions users need in a good digital still camera, including MEGA O.I.S., which helps prevent blurring from hand-shake, and Intelligent ISO Control, which reduces motion blur by adjusting the ISO sensitivity if the subject moves as the shot is taken. Intelligent Exposure optimizes the exposure for each part of an image to prevent blocked shadows and blown highlights and ensure that gradation and details are reproduced beautifully. It now features an automatic backlight compensation function that activates whenever the camera detects that the subject is in backlight. Intelligent Scene Selector automatically detects the four most common shooting situations - Portrait, Scenery, Close-up and Low-light - and switches to the appropriate Scene mode. The user can activate all of these functions simply by selecting iA mode.

Canon EOS 7D Digital SLR Announced 18mp

Canon has announced the new Canon EOS 7D Digital SLR, it features an 18 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor, 8fps shooting, HD video mode with 24, 25, 30fps shooting and manual mode, Dual Digic 4 processors, 3" screen, weather protected magnesium alloy body, ISO upto 12800, 100% viewfinder, and 19 point AF. The camera is available from early October 2009 priced at £1699.99, Full Press Release below:

"1 September 2009: Canon today unveils the EOS 7D digital SLR camera – a completely new design to meet the specific demands of photographers. Incorporating a new 18MP APS-C CMOS Sensor, developed by Canon, the EOS 7D also features: Dual “DIGIC 4” processors to offer fast, high-quality performance in all light conditions, an ISO range expandable to 12,800 and continuous shooting at 8 frames per second – without the need for additional accessories. Impressive technologies are matched by excellent build-quality designed with the photographer in mind – to create a whole new photographic experience.

Continue reading the full Canon EOS 7D Press Release.

During extensive development Canon went back to the drawing board, listening to photographers worldwide in order to design the EOS 7D to meet their specific needs. Commenting on the creation of the EOS 7D, Mr Uchidoi, Group Executive of Photo Products Group, Canon Inc. Japan said “We consulted over 5,000 photographers worldwide and asked them what they most wanted to see from a camera. Matching this insight with cutting-edge technology, we were able to develop a camera that truly gives photographers the versatile tool they require to experiment with their images.”

Accurate Images – High performance AF and metering systems - The EOS 7D features a 19-point cross-type AF sensor, enabling photographers to achieve accurate shots and optimise composition options. This improved AF system offers a range of manual and automatic settings including Zone and Spot AF to track and capture subjects quickly and accurately. AF settings are highly customisable, allowing for rapid reaction to changes in the scene. Different AF points can be set for vertical or horizontal orientation, so photographers can automatically switch between landscape and portrait shots without touching a button.

The EOS 7D also incorporates a new metering system. The Focus Colour Luminance metering system (iFCL) intelligently measures focus, colour and luminance, across 63 zones. Complementing the 19 AF points, the dual layer sensor is able to gather information from each distinct zone to obtain a more accurate and consistent exposure.

Capture images exactly as you see them - The Canon EOS 7D features an Intelligent Viewfinder that offers photographers 100 per cent frame coverage. With 1.0x magnification (with 50mm lens at infinity, -1(1/m) dpt) - a first for EOS - photographers see a large bright image that helps to fully immerse them within the shot. A transmissive LCD incorporated in the viewfinder allows photographers to choose between various overlay features - such as AF points, the spot metering circle and composition grid – providing a range of tools that help when framing a shot. The EOS 7D is also the first EOS to introduce a Dual-Axis Electronic Level – in the viewfinder and on the LCD - that indicates both pitch and roll angles. This feature is particularly useful when shooting landscapes to ensure a level horizon, or when used in conjunction with a Tilt and Shift lens to level the camera.

The camera features a new 3 inch Clear View II LCD screen with a solid structure screen, designed to combat glare by removing the air-gap between the LCD’s protective cover and the liquid crystal. This new screen has a viewing angle of 160 degrees and is effective even in bright light. As with the EOS 5D Mark II, an ambient light sensor on the side of the screen can set brightness automatically depending on the environment.

Experiment creatively with light - The Canon EOS 7D is equipped with an Integrated Speedlite Transmitter. For the first time in an EOS, photographers can control external Speedlites with no additional accessories - ideal for those looking to experiment with creative lighting set-ups. The EOS 7D also features an extensively upgraded, built-in flash including manual control, and wider flash coverage to cover focal lengths as wide as 15mm.

Customise your individual camera experience - The EOS 7D has been conceived and designed with the photographer’s needs in mind. The look and feel of the camera has been aesthetically and ergonomically crafted to offer photographers the very best interaction. To this end, the photographer can design their own experience – camera operations are customisable, allowing the user to assign frequently used functions and settings to convenient controls. This enables photographers to save time when shooting critical moments, by changing settings quickly.

Impressive Features, Impressive Images - The Canon EOS 7D is packed with new features:

18 MP APS–C CMOS Sensor - Designed and manufactured by Canon, the sensor produces an outstanding image and offers fantastic performance at high and low conditions, thanks to a new photodiode and microlens construction.

8 fps image capture - Enabled by the Dual “DIGIC 4” processors and improved electrical system, photographers can capture images at 8fps, without the need for additional accessories and in all file types.

ISO Range - The EOS 7D enables photographers to capture subjects in their natural light. The ISO range (100 – 6,400) is expandable to 12,800.

EOS Movie - With improved operation, making it easy to switch directly to movie mode, it is now even simpler to shoot Full HD video. Users can set exposure and frame rate – with options for 24 fps to create that cinematic feel.

Dual “DIGIC 4” processors - By utilising Dual “DIGIC 4” processors, users of the EOS 7D never have to compromise between shooting speed, image quality and ISO performance.

Impressive Design - Canon has listened to photographer feedback when designing the body, as well as the internal technologies. A magnesium alloy body offers environmental protection – the tough, lightweight construction is designed to defend against moisture, and dust – equivalent to the legendary EOS–1N.

The camera is compatible with a wide range of accessories so it can easily be integrated with a photographer’s workflow. The Wireless File Transmitter (WFT-E5) allows extensive camera control via a web browser – allowing photographers to control the camera using a web-enabled mobile device.

The EOS 7D is compatible with all EF and EF-S lenses as well as Canon EX Speedlites. The Canon EOS 7D can also be used with Battery BG-E7, and remote controllers and switches such as the remote Controller RC-1/RC-5. Pricing & Availability - The EOS 7D is available from early October 2009 priced at £1699.99 / €1999.99 RRP inc. VAT.

Sony Alpha A900 DSLR Sample Photos

We've just published sample photos from the new 24.6 megapixel full frame Digital SLR the Sony Alpha A900 and Sony f2.8 24/70 Carl Zeiss lens. The A900 has an optical viewfinder with 100% coverage, SteadyShot INSIDE™, dual BIONZ™ image processor, 3.0-inch Xtra Fine LCD, and 5fps continuous shooting at full resolution. The Sony A900 is available for £1614 body only.

View our Sony Alpha A900 DSLR Sample Photo Gallery

Read more Sony Alpha A900 Reviews: Photography BLOG, Luminous Landscape (2nd opinion), Luminous Landscape, DPExpert, The Online Photographer, DPReview, Cameralabs.com, Sony Alpha A900 at Photokina.

Olympus E-600 Digital SLR Announced

Olympus has announced the new Olympus E-600, it sits underneath the Olympus E-620 as their new entry level Digital SLR. It features the same ultra small DSLR body with anti-shake sensor, a 12 megapixel live view sensor, 2.7" swivel screen, 7 point AF, 4fps shooting, dust reduction, ISO3200, and art filters, but does not feature backlit buttons, looses 3 of the art filters, multiple exposures, and aspect ratios. The camera will be available in November priced at $599 with 14-42mm kit lens.

"The E-600’s 100 percent accurate 270 degree swivel 2.7-inch Live View HyperCrystal III LCD can be rotated freely so photographers can compose at any angle, including overhead and down low, without getting bent out of shape. This makes it easier to photograph young children on their own level or shoot high above a crowd. E-600 photographers can compose a subject right on the Live View LCD and see the results of the various creative features – live as they’re happening, before the shot is taken."

More Olympus E-600 Links: Imaging Resource Preview

Sony Alpha A850 DSLR Announced

Sony has announced the new Sony Alpha A850 - which sits below the A900 - it features the same 24.6 Megapixel EXMOR CMOS Full Frame (35mm) Sensor, BIONZ processor, Super SteadyShot Inside, ISO 100-3200 (boost to 6,400), 98% coverage optical viewfinder (instead of 100%), 3.0" 921k pixel sreen, 3fps shooting (vs 5fps on the A900). The camera will be available on the 10th of September and is available for pre-order from Amazon UK for £1947, or alternatively $2000 US / €1999!

"The new DSLR-α850 from Sony offers serious photo enthusiasts a compelling step up to the creative possibilities of full-frame imaging. Ruggedly built for unflinching pro-style handling and performance, the α850 shares the same 24.6 megapixel sensor and virtually all features of the flagship DSLR-α900, introduced last year. Like its full-frame sibling, the α850 fully exploits the creative possibilities of the α family of lenses that includes premium full-frame optics from Carl Zeiss, plus five high-performance G Lens models."

Read Sony Alpha A850 DSLR Reviews: Imaging Resource, Luminous Landscape

Sony Alpha A500 and A550 Announced

Sony has announced the new Sony Alpha A500 and A550. The A500 features a 12.3 megapixel CMOS sensor, the A550 features a 14.2 megapixel sensor, and both cameras feature a 3" tilting screen (921k pixels on the A550, 230k on the A500), and 5fps shooting (upto 7fps on the A550), live view, steadyshot inside (anti-shake sensor), Auto HDR, HDMI out, and will be available from the end of October:

"At the heart of both cameras is a new, unique to Sony, Exmor™ CMOS sensor that ensures crisp low-noise images, packed with fine detail and vibrant colours. Sharing powerful on-chip noise reduction techniques with the full-frame DSLR- α900, this advanced sensor works with processing algorithms handled by the newly developed high-speed BIONZ™ engine to deliver premium images plus razor-sharp shooting responses. Dramatically reduced picture noise now allows super-sensitive shooting at up to ISO12800, achieving great results when shooting handheld in challenging situations like candlelit interiors"

More Sony A550, A500 Information: DPReview Preview, More pictures.

Olympus EVOLT E-3 Digital SLR Review

Thew's Reviews have reviewed the new Olympus EVOLT E-3 professional Digital SLR - the camera features a 10 megapixel LiveMOS / Live view sensor, "World's fastest autofocus", 5fps sequential shooting with 19 image RAW buffer, built-in image stabiliser, 2.5" swivel screen, Shadow Adjustment Technology, dust reduction system (Supersonic Wave Filter), Splashproof body and lens system, High sensitivity (ISO 100-3200), and 11 point AF. The Olympus E-3 is available from Amazon.

Olympus EVOLT E-3 DSLR at Focus on Imaging 2008.

Read more Olympus E-3 Reviews: Megapixel.net, The Online Photographer, Wrotniak.net, Buy-n-shoot, Cameralabs, Luminous Landscape, Trusted Reviews, LetsGoDigital, Think Camera, Digital Camera Review, DPReview, Shutterbug, DCResource, DPExpert, Luminous Landscape, DCViews, Photography BLOG, Photoreview Previews: PopPhoto, Biofos.com, Imaging Resource

Olympus EVOLT E-1 Digital SLR Review

Thew's Reviews have reviewed the Olympus EVOLT E-1 Digital SLR - a 5 megapixel weather sealed digital SLR from 2003, based on the 4/3rds standard it features a Magnesium alloy body, Unique dust protection filter (SSWF), Dust & Splashproof protective body, USB2, and a 1.8" screen.

"The E-1 turned out to be a really good camera. Apparently when Olympus says "pro" they mean build quality and reliability, which is always reserved for the top-tier models no matter which camera brand you choose. It just happens that Olympus's top is at an affordable and accessible price. This is the main reason why I use Olympus cameras today: a weather-sealed lens and body for $2500 simply had no competitors."

Read more Olympus E-1 DSLR Reviews: Olympus E-1 Second Opinion at Luminous-Landscape

Olympus Pen E-P1 DSLR Review at DCResource

DCResource have published their review of the new Olympus PEN E-P1 - a DSLR that fits in your pocket - you can find out how it performed in our review, and our sample photo gallery.

The E-P1 is the world's smallest digital camera with changeable lens, it features the same size sensor as other Olympus Digital SLRs (meaning much better image quality with all the low-noise benefits of a DSLR), but with a camera body and lens size much more in like with a compact point and shoot. It is available with a 17mm lens (34mm equivalent, with viewfinder £749), and 14-42mm 3x zoom lens (28 - 84mm equivalent, £699). It's also available with both lenses for £849 for the 14-42mm Black & 17mm Silver Pancake Lenses & VF-1 External Optical View Finder Kit with Silver body. The camera features dust reduction, a 12.3 megapixel live view sensor, 720p video recording (1280x720) with stereo sound and HDMI out, anti-shake sensor, 3" screen, 3fps shooting, SDHC support, and ISO100 - 6400.

Read our Olympus PEN E-P1 Review
View our Olympus PEN E-P1 Sample Photo Gallery
Olympus PEN E-P1 Unboxed at Recently Reviewed

Read more Olympus E-P1 Reviews: DPReview, Davids Simple Photography, SteveHuffPhotos, PhotoReview, Hardware Zone, The Online Photographer, The Digital Story (with 17mm), DigitalRev, PC World, Trusted Reviews, Photocrati, Photography BLOG, Kennysia, T3, Steves-Digicams, Engadget.com, links continued below.

More Olympus PEN E-P1 Links:
Information: Serious Compacts London Launch, Olympus Press Release, Olympus Product Page, Hamburg Press Release (DPNow),

Previews: BandH, JessopsTV, DPReview, LetsGoDigital, DCResource, Four Thirds Photo, Imaging Resource, MacWorld, Digital Camera HQ, Edmond Terakopian, TOP,

Sample Photos: Photography BLOG,

Sample Videos: Youtube, DPReview

This weeks best deals on Amazon UK

Amazon UK are selling the Fujifilm FinePix Z20fd for only £79 this week - the camera features a 10 megapixel sensor, 3x optical zoom lens, 2.5" screen, and a compact body available in pink. Amazon are also offering a free Lowepro Rezo 20 case with a number of compact digital cameras. Here are some of the other best sellers on Amazon UK this week:

1 - Panasonic Lumix TZ6 - 10mp, 12x zoom, reviewed here, £193
2 - Panasonic Lumix TZ7 - 10mp, 12x optical zoom, pocket zoom, £267
3 - Sony Alpha A200 - cheapest Sony DSLR, £284
4 - Panasonic Lumix FS15 - 12mp, 5x zoom, pocket camera, £135
5 - Canon Digital IXUS 100 IS - 12mp, 3x zoom, 2.5, ultra compact, £183

This weeks best deals on Amazon UK

Amazon UK are selling the Canon Digital IXUS 110 IS for only £189 this week - the camera features a 12 megapixel sensor, 4x optical zoom lens, 2.8" screen, HD video recording and a compact body available in silver, gold, pink and blue. Amazon are also offering a free Lowepro Rezo 20 case with a number of compact digital cameras. Here are some of the other best sellers on Amazon UK this week:

1 - Panasonic Lumix TZ7 - 10mp, 12x optical zoom, pocket zoom, £264
2 - Samsung ES15 - 10mp, 3x, 2.5" budget camera, £59
3 - Sony Alpha A200 - cheapest Sony DSLR, £284
4 - Panasonic Lumix FS7 - 10mp, 4x zoom, pocket camera, £118
5 - Canon Digital IXUS 110 IS - On special offer this week, £189

Nikon D300s Digital SLR Announced

Nikon has announced the new Nikon D300s - an update to the D300 - it features a 12.3 megapixel sensor, 7fps shooting, 3" LCD, CF and SD support, live view, HD Video recording, and ISO 200-3200. The D300s will be available from Amazon

"The D300S is a compact DX format professional SLR that extends the options for photographers who value creative flexibility. Incorporates Nikon’s D-movie with in-camera editing function into a discrete body, letting you switch quickly between capturing superior stills or movie clips in stereo* sound. It boasts a highly sensitive 12.3 megapixel CMOS sensor and supports a phenomenal 7fps continuous shooting. CF and SD card slots enhance workflow flexibility, letting you capture stills on one card and movies on another. Nikon’s acclaimed 51-point AF system offers broad coverage and high sensitivity in low light. Selectable Picture Controls streamline post-production, and the high definition 3-inch LCD screen supports D-movie and two Live View modes. Protected by a tough, yet light, environmentally-sealed magnesium alloy body, the D300S will change the way you approach the craft of photography."

Read Nikon D300s Previews: DPReview

Nikon D3000 Digital SLR Announced

Nikon has announced the new Nikon D3000 - an update to the D60 - it features a 10 megapixel sensor, 3fps shooting, 11 point focus, 3" LCD, SD support, new Guide mode, and ISO 100-1600. The Nikon D3000 will be available for £499 with VR kit lens.

"The D3000 is a high-performance DX-format SLR that delivers superb images and boasts a range of functions, which make photography simple and fun. Nikon’s intelligent Guide Mode offers incredibly user-friendly in-camera assistance, enabling even beginners to capture wonderful images. Perfect for shots that you are not sure how to take, Guide Mode will ask you about the image you want to capture and automatically optimize the camera settings for the best possible results. When you want to learn more, you can use Guide Mode to find out how to adjust the settings yourself. The 10.2 megapixel image sensor and fast autofocus performance ensure precise, detailed images. The large, 3-inch LCD screen is highly convenient for composing and reviewing images, and makes it easy to use the in-camera retouch menu that enables you to modify images without a computer. The D3000 – the camera that shows you how to capture stunning shots with ease."

Read Nikon D3000 Previews: DPReview

Olympus Pen E-P1 DSLR Review at DPReview

DPReview have published their review of the new Olympus PEN E-P1 - a DSLR that fits in your pocket - you can find out how it performed in our review, and our sample photo gallery.

The E-P1 is the world's smallest digital camera with changeable lens, it features the same size sensor as other Olympus Digital SLRs (meaning much better image quality with all the low-noise benefits of a DSLR), but with a camera body and lens size much more in like with a compact point and shoot. It is available with a 17mm lens (34mm equivalent, with viewfinder £749), and 14-42mm 3x zoom lens (28 - 84mm equivalent, £699). It's also available with both lenses for £849 for the 14-42mm Black & 17mm Silver Pancake Lenses & VF-1 External Optical View Finder Kit with Silver body. The camera features dust reduction, a 12.3 megapixel live view sensor, 720p video recording (1280x720) with stereo sound and HDMI out, anti-shake sensor, 3" screen, 3fps shooting, SDHC support, and ISO100 - 6400.

Read our Olympus PEN E-P1 Review
View our Olympus PEN E-P1 Sample Photo Gallery
Olympus PEN E-P1 Unboxed at Recently Reviewed

Read more Olympus E-P1 Reviews: Davids Simple Photography, SteveHuffPhotos, PhotoReview, Hardware Zone, The Online Photographer, The Digital Story (with 17mm), DigitalRev, PC World, Trusted Reviews, Photocrati, Photography BLOG, Kennysia, T3, Steves-Digicams, Engadget.com, links continued below.

More Olympus PEN E-P1 Links:
Information: Serious Compacts London Launch, Olympus Press Release, Olympus Product Page, Hamburg Press Release (DPNow),

Previews: BandH, JessopsTV, DPReview, LetsGoDigital, DCResource, Four Thirds Photo, Imaging Resource, MacWorld, Digital Camera HQ, Edmond Terakopian, TOP,

Sample Photos: Photography BLOG,

Sample Videos: Youtube, DPReview

Sony Alpha A380 Digital SLR Review

Photography BLOG has reviewed the new Sony Alpha A380 Digital SLR - an update to the A350 - it features a 14 megapixel sensor, 2.7" live-view tilting screen, on screen help guide, ISO3200, SteadyShot INSIDE image stabilization, 2.5fps shooting, D-Range Optimizer, Sony Memory Stick slot, plus SD / SDHC card support. The Sony A380 is available for £609 with kit lens.

"When you marry a sensor with a high pixel count to a standard kit lens there's always a question mark over whether the combination is truly capable of resolving all those self same pixels. For us, though there are plenty of subtleties of tone across the images from the Sony A380, occasionally they could do with being a tad sharper."

Pentax K7 Digital SLR Review

Photography BLOG has reviewed the new Pentax K7 Digital SLR - the new weather resistant camera features a 14.6mp sensor with HD video recording at 720p, HDMI output, AF assist, electronic level, HDR mode, 5.2fps shooting and 3" live view screen. The camera is available from Amazon UK body only:

"The Pentax K-7 is the best-ever Pentax DSLR camera and a real challenger to the relative giants of Canon and Nikon. Pentax have seemingly decided to include every "must-have" feature in one camera, with the K-7's specifications reading like a keen photographer's wish list. Thankfully most of those features are very well-realised, with only a few duds to spoil the party. Bearing an uncanny resemblance to the older K20D, the new K-7 improves on its sibling in a lot of ways that add up to make it a really compelling DSLR camera. The combination of 100% viewfinder coverage and large, high-res LCD screen make the K-7 a joy to use in terms of image composition."

Read Pentax K7 DSLR Reviews: InfoSyncWorld, PhotoReview (AU), DPReview Forums Intro, Part 1, Part 2 (via 1001noisycameras), Previews: DPReview

Olympus EVOLT E-620 DSLR Review

Photocrati have reviewed the new Olympus EVOLT E-620 with twin lens kit. The E-620 fits in between the E-520, and the E-420 in size measuring 130 x 94.0 x 60 mm - and is the smallest DSLR with anti-shake sensor (excluding the E-P1), it features a 12 megapixel sensor, a 2.7" swivel screen, 7 point AF, dust reduction, backlit buttons, ISO3200, and art filters. The Olympus EVOLT E-620 is available for £539 with kit lens, or £649 with twin kit lens.

Our Hands-On look at the Olympus EVOLT E-620 DSLR
View our Olympus EVOLT E-620 Sample Photos

Olympus EVOLT E-620 Reviews: Fourthirdsphoto, Biofos, DPInterface, Cameralabs, DPReview, DigitalCameraInfo, Trusted Reviews, Photography BLOG, DCResource, Steves-Digicams, Previews: DCResource, DPReview, Olympus EVOLT E-620 Announced.

Olympus PEN E-P1 New Reviews Online

The Online Photographer, The Digital Story (with 17mm), DigitalRev, PC World and Trusted Reviews have published reviews of the new Olympus PEN E-P1 - a DSLR that fits in your pocket - you can find out how it performed in our review, we've also updated our sample photo gallery.

The E-P1 is the world's smallest digital camera with changeable lens, it features the same size sensor as other Olympus Digital SLRs (meaning much better image quality with all the low-noise benefits of a DSLR), but with a camera body and lens size much more in like with a compact point and shoot. It is available with a 17mm lens (34mm equivalent, with viewfinder £749), and 14-42mm 3x zoom lens (28 - 84mm equivalent, £699). It's also available with both lenses for £849 for the 14-42mm Black & 17mm Silver Pancake Lenses & VF-1 External Optical View Finder Kit with Silver body. The camera features dust reduction, a 12.3 megapixel live view sensor, 720p video recording (1280x720) with stereo sound and HDMI out, anti-shake sensor, 3" screen, 3fps shooting, SDHC support, and ISO100 - 6400.

Read our Olympus PEN E-P1 Review
View our Olympus PEN E-P1 Sample Photo Gallery
Olympus PEN E-P1 Unboxed at Recently Reviewed

Read more Olympus E-P1 Reviews: Photocrati, Photography BLOG, Kennysia, T3, Steves-Digicams, Engadget.com, Information: Serious Compacts London Launch, Olympus Press Release, Olympus Product Page, Hamburg Press Release (DPNow), Previews: BandH, JessopsTV, DPReview, LetsGoDigital, DCResource, Four Thirds Photo, Imaging Resource, MacWorld, Digital Camera HQ, Edmond Terakopian, TOP, Sample Photos: Photography BLOG, Sample Videos: Youtube, DPReview

This weeks best deals on Amazon UK

Amazon UK are selling the Pentax Optio L70 for only £124 this week - the camera features a 12 megapixel sensor, 4x optical zoom lens, 2.7" screen, HD video recording and a compact body available in black. Amazon are also offering a free Lowepro Rezo 20 case with a number of compact digital cameras. Here are some of the other best sellers on Amazon UK this week:

1 - Panasonic Lumix TZ7 - 10mp, 12x optical zoom, pocket zoom, £264
2 - Panasonic Lumix TZ6 - 10mp, 12x zoom, pocket zoom, review, £193
3 - Panasonic Lumix LZ10 - On special offer previously, £99
4 - Sony Alpha A200 - cheapest Sony DSLR, £284
5 - Samsung ES15 - 10mp, 3x, 2.5" budget camera, £69

Olympus PEN E-P1 New Reviews Online

Photocrati, and Photography BLOG have published reviews of the new Olympus PEN E-P1 - a DSLR that fits in your pocket - you can find out how it performed in our review, we've also updated our sample photo gallery.

The E-P1 is the world's smallest digital camera with changeable lens, it features the same size sensor as other Olympus Digital SLRs (meaning much better image quality with all the low-noise benefits of a DSLR), but with a camera body and lens size much more in like with a compact point and shoot. It is available with a 17mm lens (34mm equivalent, with viewfinder £749), and 14-42mm 3x zoom lens (28 - 84mm equivalent, £699). It's also available with both lenses for £849 for the 14-42mm Black & 17mm Silver Pancake Lenses & VF-1 External Optical View Finder Kit with Silver body. The camera features dust reduction, a 12.3 megapixel live view sensor, 720p video recording (1280x720) with stereo sound and HDMI out, anti-shake sensor, 3" screen, 3fps shooting, SDHC support, and ISO100 - 6400.

Read our Olympus PEN E-P1 Review
View our Olympus PEN E-P1 Sample Photo Gallery
Olympus PEN E-P1 Unboxed at Recently Reviewed

Read more Olympus E-P1 Reviews: Kennysia, T3, Steves-Digicams, Engadget.com, Information: Serious Compacts London Launch, Olympus Press Release, Olympus Product Page, Hamburg Press Release (DPNow), Previews: BandH, JessopsTV, DPReview, LetsGoDigital, DCResource, Four Thirds Photo, Imaging Resource, MacWorld, Digital Camera HQ, Edmond Terakopian, TOP, Sample Photos: Photography BLOG, Sample Videos: Youtube, DPReview

Olympus Pen E-P1 DSLR Review Online!

We've just published our review of the new Olympus PEN E-P1 - a DSLR that fits in your pocket? Find out whether it lives up to the hype in our review. Update 11/07/09: We've also updated our sample photo gallery.

The E-P1 is the world's smallest digital camera with changeable lens, it features the same size sensor as other Olympus Digital SLRs (meaning much better image quality with all the low-noise benefits of a DSLR), but with a camera body and lens size much more in like with a compact point and shoot. It is available with a 17mm lens (34mm equivalent, with viewfinder £749), and 14-42mm 3x zoom lens (28 - 84mm equivalent, £699). It's also available with both lenses for £849 for the 14-42mm Black & 17mm Silver Pancake Lenses & VF-1 External Optical View Finder Kit with Silver body. The camera features dust reduction, a 12.3 megapixel live view sensor, 720p video recording (1280x720) with stereo sound and HDMI out, anti-shake sensor, 3" screen, 3fps shooting, SDHC support, and ISO100 - 6400.

Read our Olympus PEN E-P1 Review
View our Olympus PEN E-P1 Sample Photo Gallery
Olympus PEN E-P1 Unboxed at Recently Reviewed

Read more Olympus E-P1 Reviews: Kennysia, T3, Steves-Digicams, Engadget.com, Information, Previews: Serious Compacts London Launch, Olympus Press Release, Olympus Product Page, Hamburg Press Release (DPNow), Previews: JessopsTV, DPReview, LetsGoDigital, DCResource, Four Thirds Photo, Imaging Resource, MacWorld, Digital Camera HQ, Edmond Terakopian, Sample Photos: Photography BLOG, Sample Videos: Youtube, DPReview

Olympus PEN E-P1 Sample HD Videos

I've just uploaded several sample videos to Youtube from the Olympus PEN E-P1. However, the location was very windy so please excuse the sound! Youtube compresses the videos so the quality of the videos isn't as good as the original files, but gives a good view of what the camera is capable of. You can view a full size frame here from the video at full 1280x720 resolution.

The E-P1 is the world's smallest digital camera with changeable lens, it features the same size sensor as other Olympus Digital SLRs (meaning much better image quality with all the low-noise benefits of a DSLR), but with a camera body and lens size much more in like with a compact point and shoot. It is available with a 17mm lens (34mm equivalent, with viewfinder £749), and 14-42mm 3x zoom lens (28 - 84mm equivalent, £699). It's also available with both lenses for £849 for the 14-42mm Black & 17mm Silver Pancake Lenses & VF-1 External Optical View Finder Kit with Silver body. The camera features dust reduction, a 12.3 megapixel live view sensor, 720p video recording (1280x720) with stereo sound and HDMI out, anti-shake sensor, 3" screen, 3fps shooting, SDHC support, and ISO100 - 6400.

View our Olympus PEN E-P1 Sample Photo Gallery
Olympus PEN E-P1 Unboxed at Recently Reviewed

Read more Olympus E-P1 Reviews: Steves-Digicams, Engadget.com, Information, Previews: Serious Compacts London Launch, Olympus Press Release, Olympus Product Page, Hamburg Press Release (DPNow), Previews: JessopsTV, DPReview, LetsGoDigital, DCResource, Four Thirds Photo, Imaging Resource, MacWorld, Digital Camera HQ, Edmond Terakopian, Sample Photos: Photography BLOG, Sample Videos: Youtube, DPReview

Olympus PEN E-P1 Videos on Jessops TV

Jessops have launched JessopsTV a Youtube Channel featuring numerous videos from the launch of the Olympus PEN E-P1, including interviews with David Bailey, Angela Nicholson, Technical Editor of Amatuer Photographer, and staff from Olympus.

The E-P1 is the world's smallest digital camera with changeable lens, it features the same size sensor as other Olympus Digital SLRs (meaning much better image quality with all the low-noise benefits of a DSLR), but with a camera body and lens size much more in like with a compact point and shoot. It is available with a 17mm lens (34mm equivalent, with viewfinder £749), and 14-42mm 3x zoom lens (28 - 84mm equivalent, £699). It's also available with both lenses for £849 for the 14-42mm Black & 17mm Silver Pancake Lenses & VF-1 External Optical View Finder Kit with Silver body. The camera features dust reduction, a 12.3 megapixel live view sensor, 720p video recording (1280x720) with stereo sound and HDMI out, anti-shake sensor, 3" screen, 3fps shooting, SDHC support, and ISO100 - 6400.

View our Olympus PEN E-P1 Sample Photo Gallery
Olympus PEN E-P1 Unboxed at Recently Reviewed

Read more Olympus E-P1 Reviews: Steves-Digicams, Engadget.com, Information, Previews: Serious Compacts London Launch, Olympus Press Release, Olympus Product Page, Hamburg Press Release (DPNow), Previews: DPReview, LetsGoDigital, DCResource, Four Thirds Photo, Imaging Resource, MacWorld, Digital Camera HQ, Edmond Terakopian, Sample Photos: Photography BLOG, Sample Videos: DPReview

Olympus PEN E-P1 Review

Steves-Digicams have reviewed the new Olympus PEN E-P1 - it's the world's smallest digital camera with changeable lens, it features the same size sensor as other Olympus Digital SLRs (meaning much better image quality with all the low-noise benefits of a DSLR), but with a camera body and lens size much more in like with a compact point and shoot. It is available with a 17mm lens (34mm equivalent, with viewfinder £749), and 14-42mm 3x zoom lens (28 - 84mm equivalent, £699). It's also available with both lenses for £849 for the 14-42mm Black & 17mm Silver Pancake Lenses & VF-1 External Optical View Finder Kit with Silver body. The camera features dust reduction, a 12.3 megapixel live view sensor, 720p video recording (1280x720) with stereo sound and HDMI out, anti-shake sensor, 3" screen, 3fps shooting, SDHC support, and ISO100 - 6400.

"I feel Olympus has hit a home run with their new PEN series model. While there are a few things that I feel could be better (shooting performance, low-light AF performance, etc.), the list of positive aspects of this camera far out weight the negatives. With the ability to capture beautiful photos, a host of creative still and video options, pleasing HD video quality, and various accessory options, the E-P1 is one well-rounded digital camera."

View our Olympus PEN E-P1 Sample Photo Gallery
Olympus PEN E-P1 Unboxed at Recently Reviewed

Read more Olympus E-P1 Reviews: Engadget.com, Information, Previews: Serious Compacts London Launch, Olympus Press Release, Olympus Product Page, Hamburg Press Release (DPNow), Previews: DPReview, LetsGoDigital, DCResource, Four Thirds Photo, Imaging Resource, MacWorld, Digital Camera HQ, Edmond Terakopian, Sample Photos: Photography BLOG, Sample Videos: DPReview

Olympus PEN E-P1 ISO Sample Photos Posted

We've posted some more sample photos from the new Olympus PEN E-P1 showing ISO100 to ISO6400 - these were taken with a production camera, with the 14-42mm kit lens. View our Olympus PEN E-P1 Sample Photo Gallery

The new Olympus E-P1 a new micro four thirds Digital camera, it's the world's smallest digital camera with changeable lens, it features the same size sensor as other Olympus Digital SLRs (meaning much better image quality with all the low-noise benefits of a DSLR), but with a camera body and lens size much more in like with a compact point and shoot such as the Canon G10! It is be available with a compact 17mm lens (34mm equivalent, UK Price with viewfinder £749), and 14-42mm 3x zoom lens (28 - 84mm equivalent, UK Price £699). It's also available with both lenses for £849 (including VAT and free postage) for the 14-42mm Black & 17mm Silver Pancake Lenses & VF-1 External Optical View Finder Kit with Silver body. The camera features dust reduction, a 12.3 megapixel live view sensor, 720p video recording (1280x720) with stereo sound and HDMI out, anti-shake sensor, 3" screen, 3fps shooting, SDHC support, and ISO100 - 6400.

View our Olympus PEN E-P1 Sample Photo Gallery
Olympus PEN E-P1 Unboxed at Recently Reviewed

Read more Olympus E-P1 Information, Previews: Serious Compacts London Launch, Olympus Press Release, Olympus Product Page, Hamburg Press Release (DPNow), Previews: DPReview, LetsGoDigital, DCResource, Four Thirds Photo, Imaging Resource, MacWorld, Digital Camera HQ, Edmond Terakopian, Sample Photos: Photography BLOG, Sample Videos: DPReview

Olympus PEN E-P1 Sample Photo Gallery

We've posted sample photos from the new Olympus PEN E-P1 - these were taken with a production camera, with the 14-42mm kit lens. View our Olympus PEN E-P1 Sample Photo Gallery (more photos added)

The new Olympus E-P1 a new micro four thirds Digital camera, it's the world's smallest digital camera with changeable lens, it features the same size sensor as other Olympus Digital SLRs (meaning much better image quality with all the low-noise benefits of a DSLR), but with a camera body and lens size much more in like with a compact point and shoot such as the Canon G10! It is be available with a compact 17mm lens (34mm equivalent, UK Price with viewfinder £749), and 14-42mm 3x zoom lens (28 - 84mm equivalent, UK Price £699). It's also available with both lenses for £849 (including VAT and free postage) for the 14-42mm Black & 17mm Silver Pancake Lenses & VF-1 External Optical View Finder Kit with Silver body. The camera features dust reduction, a 12.3 megapixel live view sensor, 720p video recording (1280x720) with stereo sound and HDMI out, anti-shake sensor, 3" screen, 3fps shooting, SDHC support, and ISO100 - 6400.

View our Olympus PEN E-P1 Sample Photo Gallery
Olympus PEN E-P1 Unboxed at Recently Reviewed

Read more Olympus E-P1 Information, Previews: Serious Compacts London Launch, Olympus Press Release, Olympus Product Page, Hamburg Press Release (DPNow), Previews: DPReview, LetsGoDigital, DCResource, Four Thirds Photo, Imaging Resource, MacWorld, Digital Camera HQ, Edmond Terakopian, Sample Photos: Photography BLOG, Sample Videos: DPReview

Olympus PEN E-P1 Unboxed

We've posted photos of unboxing the Olympus PEN E-P1 on our sister site Recently Reviewed. Look out for sample photos later today (depending on weather). Olympus PEN E-P1 Unboxed

The new Olympus E-P1 a new micro four thirds Digital camera, it's the world's smallest digital camera with changeable lens, it features the same size sensor as other Olympus Digital SLRs (meaning much better image quality with all the low-noise benefits of a DSLR), but with a camera body and lens size much more in like with a compact point and shoot such as the Canon G10! It is be available with a compact 17mm lens (34mm equivalent, UK Price with viewfinder £749), and 14-42mm 3x zoom lens (28 - 84mm equivalent, UK Price £699). It's also available with both lenses for £849 (including VAT and free postage) for the 14-42mm Black & 17mm Silver Pancake Lenses & VF-1 External Optical View Finder Kit with Silver body. The camera features dust reduction, a 12.3 megapixel live view sensor, 720p video recording (1280x720) with stereo sound and HDMI out, anti-shake sensor, 3" screen, 3fps shooting, SDHC support, and ISO100 - 6400.

Olympus PEN E-P1 Unboxed at Recently Reviewed

Read more Olympus E-P1 Information, Previews: Serious Compacts London Launch, Olympus Press Release, Olympus Product Page, Hamburg Press Release (DPNow), Previews: DPReview, LetsGoDigital, DCResource, Four Thirds Photo, Imaging Resource, MacWorld, Digital Camera HQ, Sample Photos: Photography BLOG, Sample Videos: DPReview

Olympus PEN E-P1 in Stock in White or Silver

Jessops (UK) have the silver Olympus E-P1 in stock, and Jacobs Digital (UK) have the E-P1 available in white or silver, the Olympus E-P1 was launched at Jessops London last night - Serious Compacts have details of the launch.

The new Olympus E-P1 a new micro four thirds Digital camera, it's the world's smallest digital camera with changeable lens, it features the same size sensor as other Olympus Digital SLRs (meaning much better image quality with all the low-noise benefits of a DSLR), but with a camera body and lens size much more in like with a compact point and shoot such as the Canon G10! It is be available with a compact 17mm lens (34mm equivalent, UK Price with viewfinder £749), and 14-42mm 3x zoom lens (28 - 84mm equivalent, UK Price £699). The camera features dust reduction, a 12.3 megapixel live view sensor, 720p video recording (1280x720) with stereo sound and HDMI out, anti-shake sensor, 3" screen, 3fps shooting, SDHC support, and ISO100 - 6400.

Read more Olympus E-P1 Information, Previews: Olympus Press Release, Olympus Product Page, Hamburg Press Release (DPNow), Previews: DPReview, LetsGoDigital, DCResource, Four Thirds Photo, Imaging Resource, MacWorld, Digital Camera HQ, Sample Photos: Photography BLOG, Sample Videos: DPReview

This weeks best deals on Amazon UK

This week the Fujifilm FinePix Z20fd (in Blue or Red) is on special offer at £79 - with a 10 megapixel sensor, 3x optical zoom lens, and 2.5" screen the ultra compact camera seems like a good deal, here's some of the other best sellers on Amazon UK this week:

1 - Canon Digital IXUS 85 IS - compact 10mp Canon, 3x zoom, £145
2 - Nikon D40 DSLR - 6mp, kit lens, cheapest Nikon DSLR, £279
3 - Sony Cybershot S950 - 10mp, 4x optical zoom, 2.7" screen, £99
4 - Panasonic Lumix LZ10 - On special offer last week, £142
5 - Panasonic Lumix TZ7 - 10mp, 12x optical zoom, pocket zoom, £272

Olympus E-P1 Available for Pre-Order UK

The new Olympus E-P1 is now available for pre-order from Amazon UK - priced at £699 (including VAT and free postage) for the 14-42mm Silver Lens Kit, Silver body, and £749 (including VAT and free postage) for the 17mm Silver Pancake Lens & VF-1 External Optical View Finder Kit, with Silver body. Update: It's also available with both lenses for £849 (including VAT and free postage) for the 14-42mm Black & 17mm Silver Pancake Lenses & VF-1 External Optical View Finder Kit with Silver body.

Olympus EVOLT E-P1 M43 Camera Announced

Update: Olympus have officially announced the new Olympus E-P1 a new micro four thirds Digital camera, it's the world's smallest digital camera with changeable lens, it features the same size sensor as other Olympus Digital SLRs (meaning much better image quality with all the low-noise benefits of a DSLR), but with a camera body and lens size much more in like with a compact point and shoot such as the Canon G10! It will be available with a compact 17mm lens (34mm equivalent, UK Price with viewfinder £749), and 14-42mm 3x zoom lens (28 - 84mm equivalent, UK Price £699). More pics at Engadget. The camera will feature dust reduction, a 12.3 megapixel live view sensor, 720p video recording (1280x720) with stereo sound and HDMI out, anti-shake sensor, 3" screen, 3fps, takes SD cards (finally!), and ISO100 - 6400.

"With the release of the E-P1, the digital era’s next generation Olympus Pen has arrived: mirrors are no longer a necessary component for digital cameras with interchangeable lenses. The first groundbreaking Olympus Micro Four Thirds model impresses with its incredibly small size, retro style, and ease of use – without giving up any of the benefits of D-SLR quality. This new ultra-compact hybrid device can even record HD quality movies with depth of field and Art Filter effects familiar from still photography. Naturally, the E-P1 packs all the advantages of Olympus imaging technology e.g. image stabilisation, a dust reduction system, and bright interchangeable lenses. It will be available for purchase in July 2009 at a retail price of €800."

Read more Olympus E-P1 Information, Previews: Olympus Press Release, Olympus Product Page, Hamburg Press Release (DPNow), Previews: DPReview, LetsGoDigital, DCResource, Four Thirds Photo, Imaging Resource, MacWorld, Digital Camera HQ, Sample Photos: Photography BLOG, Sample Videos: DPReview

This weeks best deals on Amazon UK

This week the Panasonic Lumix LZ10 is on special offer priced at £99 from Amazon UK and is quite a feature packed camera with more zoom than normal, and a slightly wide angle lens - it has a 10 megapixel sensor, wide-angle 30mm 5x optical zoom lens, and 2.5" screen. Here's some of the other best sellers on Amazon UK this week:

1- Panasonic Lumix TZ7 - Compact 10mp, 12x zoom, 3" screen, £271
2 - Sony Cybershot S950 - 10mp, 4x zoom, 2.7", £99
3 - Nikon D40 DSLR - 6mp, kit lens, cheapest Nikon DSLR, £279
4 - Canon IXUS 85 IS - 10mp, 3x optical zoom, 2.5" screen, £145
5 - Panasonic Lumix TZ6 - (Reviewed here) - Pocket Zoom, 10mp, 12x zoom, £220

This weeks best deals on Amazon UK

This week the Fujifilm FinePix F50fd is on special offer priced at £95 from Amazon UK making it one of the cheapest 12mp cameras available - it has a 12 megapixel sensor, 3x optical zoom lens, and 2.7" screen. here's some of the other best sellers on Amazon UK this week:

1- Fujifilm FinePix F50fd - Compact 12mp, 3x zoom, £95
2 - Panasonic Lumix TZ6 - (Reviewed here) - Pocket Zoom, 10mp, 12x zoom, £206
3 - Canon IXUS 85 IS - 10mp, 3x optical zoom, 2.5" screen, £145
4 - Nikon D40 DSLR - 6mp, kit lens, cheapest Nikon DSLR, £279
5 - Sony Cybershot S950 - 10mp, 4x zoom, £99

Olympus EVOLT E-30 DSLR Review

Photocrati have reviewed the new Olympus EVOLT E-30 Digital SLR - the new camera features a 12.3 megapixel sensor, 2.7" swivel screen with live view, 5fps shooting, built in image stabilisation, 11 point AF, ISO100 - 3200, face detection, level gauge, shadow adjustment, and supersonic wave filter (for dust reduction). The Olympus E30 is available from Amazon with kit lens.

"This 12.3 megapixel DSLR provides very high resolution with excellent definition of fine detail in JPEGs and average quality above ISO 800. Slightly better image quality is possible in Raw captures when using the optional Olympus Studio 2 software for modifying and converting the files to JPEG."

Our Hands-On Photos of the Olympus EVOLT E-30 DSLR
View our Olympus EVOLT E-30 Sample Photos

Read more Olympus EVOLT E-30 DSLR Reviews: DPExpert, DPReview, DCResource, Photography BLOG, Biofos.com, LetsGoDigital

Olympus EVOLT E-450 DSLR Review

Photography BLOG have reviewed the new Olympus EVOLT E-450 - an update to the E-420 - the camera features a 10 megapixel sensor, 3.5fps shooting (upto 8 RAW shots), three new art filters, improved live view 2.7" screen, perfect shot preview, TruPic III+ image processor, ISO1600, depth of field preview, and compact flash / XD card support. It is available priced at £480 with kit lens.

"The Olympus E-450 is a very compact, lightweight yet fairly robust feeling little DSLR that comes with a lot of features for an entry-level camera. Not only does it offer manual exposure and focusing modes for the advanced user; it also has features like highlight-, shadow- and midtone-based spot metering, user-configurable mirror lock-up (Anti-Shock), wireless TTL flash control, Shadow Adjustment Technology and contrast-detect auto-focus in Live View. Other features, however, are notable by their absence. These include image stabilisation, LCD articulation and video recording."

This weeks best deals on Amazon UK

This week the Casio Exilim Z29 (in Black, or Pink) is on special offer priced at £94 from Amazon UK - it has a 10 megapixel sensor, 3x optical zoom lens, and 2.6" screen, here's some of the other best sellers on Amazon UK this week:

1 - Nikon D40 DSLR - 6mp, kit lens, cheapest Nikon DSLR, £279
2 - Canon IXUS 85 IS - 10mp, 3x optical zoom, 2.5" screen, £145
3 - Panasonic Lumix TZ6 - Pocket Zoom, 10mp, 12x zoom, £219
4 - Sony Alpha A200 DSLR - 10mp, kit lens, cheapest DSLR, £259
5 - Panasonic Lumix TZ7 - Pocket Zoom, 10mp, 12x zoom, £293

Pentax K7 Digital SLR Announced

Pentax has announced the new Pentax K7 Digital SLR - the new weather resistant camera features a 14.6mp sensor with HD video recording at 720p, HDMI output, AF assist, electronic level, HDR mode, 5.2fps shooting and 3" live view screen. The camera will be available in June / July with a UK price of £1199 body only:

"PENTAX Imaging Company announced today the launch of the PENTAX K-7 digital SLR camera. This latest PENTAX K series camera is designed for advanced photographers seeking high-end design and features without the cost of a professional DSLR system. The PENTAX K-7 features a rugged, yet compact new body design, a new 14.6 megapixel CMOS sensor rebuilt from the ground up, and advanced features such as HD Movie Capture and new, unique-to-PENTAX camera controls. Compatible with every PENTAX lens ever made, the high-end K-7 features an abundance of long-anticipated new and improved features that are exclusive to the camera and combine to make it a tremendous photography tool."

Read Pentax K7 DSLR Reviews, Previews: DPReview

Sony Alpha A380 Digital SLR Announced

Sony has announced the new Sony Alpha A380 Digital SLR - an update to the A350 - it features a 14 megapixel sensor, 2.7" live-view tilting screen, on screen help guide, ISO3200, SteadyShot INSIDE image stabilization, 2.5fps shooting, D-Range Optimizer, Sony Memory Stick slot, plus SD / SDHC card support. The camera will be available in July for £720:

"Top quality, freestyle shooting made simple - Extremely high imaging quality and creative flexibility that’s so easy to use. Enjoy detail-packed, ultra-high resolution images plus the spontaneity of freestyle live view shooting for stunning results from any angle."

Sony Alpha A330 Digital SLR Announced

Sony has announced the new Sony Alpha A330 Digital SLR - an update to the A300 - it features a 10 megapixel sensor, 2.7" live-view tilting screen, on screen help guide, ISO3200, SteadyShot INSIDE image stabilization, 2.5fps shooting, D-Range Optimizer, Sony Memory Stick slot, plus SD / SDHC card support. The camera will be available mid June for £610:

"High quality, freestyle shooting made simple - Catch life from any angle with the creative freedom of freestyle shooting. Compact, light and easy to use with fabulous picture quality: it all adds up to digital SLR photography made brilliantly accessible."

Sony Alpha A230 Digital SLR Announced

Sony has announced the new Sony Alpha A230 Digital SLR - an update to the A200 - it features a 10 megapixel sensor, 2.7" screen, on screen help guide, ISO3200, SteadyShot INSIDE image stabilization, 2.5fps shooting, D-Range Optimizer, Sony Memory Stick slot, plus SD / SDHC card support. The camera is available for £349:

"DSLR quality that's fun for everyone - It's never been easier to capture great-looking images. Extremely compact, light and so simple to use - a perfect introduction to the world of digital SLR photography."

This weeks best deals on Amazon UK

This week the Nikon Coolpix S220 (in Black, Red or Magenta) is on special offer at £119 - it has a 10 megapixel sensor, 3x optical zoom lens, and 2.5" screen, here's some of the other best sellers on Amazon UK this week:

1 - Nikon D40 DSLR - 6mp, kit lens, cheapest DSLR on Amazon, £247
2 - Panasonic Lumix TZ7 - Pocket Zoom, 10mp, 12x zoom, £279
3 - Canon IXUS 85 IS - 10mp, 3x optical zoom, 2.5" screen, £147
4 - Panasonic Lumix TZ6 - Pocket Zoom, 10mp, 12x zoom, £219
5 - Sony Alpha A200 DSLR - 10mp, kit lens, 2nd cheapest DSLR, £259

Canon EOS 500D Rebel T1i DSLR Review

DPInterface have reviewed the new Canon EOS 500D / Rebel T1i Digital SLR - a new 15.1 megapixel digital SLR with 3" screen, ISO12800, 3.4fps shooting, live view, and 1080p HD video shooting at 20fps. The 500D is available for £709 with kit lens from Amazon UK

"The new Canon EOS Rebel T1i is a relatively small digital SLR camera with 15 megapixels, a nice and large 3 inch LCD, 3.4 FPS burst mode and it delivers good image quality. If you’re looking to step up from using compacts, the Canon EOS Rebel T1i aka EOS 500D is worth a look."

Pentax K20D Titanium DSLR Announced

Pentax Japan have announced the new titanium Pentax K20D Digital SLR - the camera, which shares a lot of DNA with the Samsung GX20, features a 14.6 megapixel CMOS sensor, with live-view, Expanded Dynamic Range, Dust Reduction, Shake Reduction, a dust-proof, weather-resistant body, 11 point AF, and ISO upto 6400. The standard Pentax K20D is available for £558 body only:

Read more Pentax K20D Reviews: LetsGoDigital, DCResource, DPReview, ThinkCamera, Cameralabs, Photography BLOG, The Online Photographer, DPExpert, Trusted Reviews, NeoCamera, Digital Camera Review, PhotoReview

This weeks best deals on Amazon UK

This week the Fujifilm FinePix Z20fd (in Pink) is on special offer at £85 - with a 10 megapixel sensor, 3x optical zoom lens, and 2.5" screen the ultra compact camera seems like a good deal, here's some of the other best sellers on Amazon UK this week:

1 - Kodak Easyshare C1013 - cheapest branded camera, only £59.99
2 - Nikon D40 DSLR - 6mp, kit lens, cheapest DSLR on Amazon
3 - Canon Powershot G10 - 14.7mp, 5x optical zoom, 3" screen
4 - Panasonic Lumix TZ6 - Pocket Zoom, 10mp, 12x zoom
5 - Sony Alpha A200 DSLR - 10mp, kit lens, 2nd cheapest DSLR

This weeks best deals on Amazon UK

This week the Kodak Easyshare C1013 is on special offer at £54 (was £59) - with a 10 megapixel sensor, 3x optical zoom lens, and 2.4" screen it seems like a good deal, here's some of the other best sellers on Amazon UK this week:

1 - Kodak Easyshare C1013 - cheapest branded camera, only £54.99
2 - Nikon D40 DSLR - 6mp, kit lens, cheapest DSLR on Amazon
3 - Canon IXUS 85 IS - Ultra compact, 10mp, 3x zoom
4 - Canon Powershot G10 - 14.7mp, 5x optical zoom, 3" screen
5 - Sony Alpha A200 DSLR - 10mp, kit lens, 2nd cheapest DSLR

Nikon D5000 Digital SLR Announced

Nikon has announced the new Nikon D5000 Digital SLR - it features a 12 megapixel CMOS sensor, 2.7" live view swivel screen, HD video recording (720p), ISO3200, adaptive D-lighting, dust reduction, 11-point AF and 19 scene modes. It will be available on the 1st of May:

"Nikon's groundbreaking new D5000 DSLR opens up a new world of high-spec imaging in an incredibly user-friendly format. It's packed with the type of features you'd expect on a professional DSLR, but with the ease of use that means anyone can enjoy it, from absolute beginners to photo enthusiasts.

The D5000's unique vari-angle LCD screen lets you shoot from any angle, bringing a totally new perspective to your images. You can even use its innovative HD movie mode to create your own high resolution movie clips. And with a choice of 19 Scene Modes which select the optimum settings for whatever you're shooting, you'll always get great results."

Read Nikon D5000 DSLR Previews: DCResource, DPReview, Imaging Resource, Photography BLOG

Olympus EVOLT E-450 DSLR Announced

Olympus has announced the new Olympus EVOLT E-450 - an update to the E-420 - the camera features a 10 megapixel sensor, 3.5fps shooting (upto 8 RAW shots), three new art filters, improved live view 2.7" screen, perfect shot preview, TruPic III+ image processor, ISO1600, depth of field preview, and compact flash / XD card support. It will be available in May priced at £450 with kit lens.

"31 March 2009 – Building on the success of the popular E-420, the new E-450 is packed with features that encourage new comers to DSLR to have fun and explore their creative potential. Three in-camera Art Filters apply stylish effects to any image at the touch of a button. Image composition is simplified via Live View on the bright LCD. Packed with features yet easy to use straight out of the box, this latest addition to the Olympus E-System range is not only one of the smallest and lightest models on the market*, it also boasts all the benefits of the Four Thirds Standard at an affordable price. The E-450 has a full range of Olympus’ innovative E-System technology on board and will be available in stores from May 2009 at a recommended retail price of around £450 for the standard lens kit."

Canon EOS 500D Rebel T1i DSLR Announced

Canon have announced the new Canon EOS 500D / Rebel T1i Digital SLR - a new 15.1 megapixel digital SLR with 3" screen, ISO12800, 3.4fps shooting, live view, and 1080p HD video shooting at 20fps. It will be available from May:

"The EOS 500D heralds a new way for photography enthusiasts to capture their world. It pairs outstanding still image capture with Full HD 1080P video recording. For longer video shoots, users can also choose lower shooting resolutions of 720P or VGA. A built-in HDMI connection allows easy The new EOS 500D features a 15.1 Megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor – ideal for large detailed prints or enormous cropping possibilities. For shooting in near-dark conditions, the EOS 500D offers a high ISO sensitivity up to 3200 which is expandable to 12800, giving photographers the power to shoot in the dimmest light conditions. Outstanding noise reduction is made possible by Canon’s DIGIC 4 processor."

Olympus EVOLT E-620 DSLR Hands On

We've recently had a look at the new Olympus EVOLT E-620. The E-620 fits in between the E-520, and the E-420 in size measuring 130 x 94.0 x 60 mm - and is the smallest DSLR with anti-shake sensor, it features a 12 megapixel sensor, a 2.7" swivel screen, 7 point AF, dust reduction, backlit buttons, ISO3200, and art filters. It will be available in May priced between the E-520 and E-30.

Our Hands-On look at the Olympus EVOLT E-620 DSLR
View our Olympus EVOLT E-620 Sample Photos

Olympus EVOLT E-620 Previews: DCResource, DPReview, Olympus EVOLT E-620 Announced.

Swivel screen - click to enlarge.

Top flash - click to enlarge.

Back buttons light up - click to enlarge.

Back - click to enlarge. To view some sample photos from the Olympus EVOLT E-620 click here.

Olympus EVOLT E-30 DSLR Hands On

We recently had a look at the new Olympus EVOLT E-30 Digital SLR - the new camera features a 12.3 megapixel sensor, 2.7" swivel screen with live view, 5fps shooting, built in image stabilisation, 11 point AF, ISO100 - 3200, face detection, level gauge, shadow adjustment, and supersonic wave filter (for dust reduction). The Olympus E30 is available from Amazon with kit lens.

Our Hands-On Photos of the Olympus EVOLT E-30 DSLR
View our Olympus EVOLT E-30 Sample Photos

Read more Olympus EVOLT E-30 DSLR Reviews: DCResource, Photography BLOG, Biofos.com, LetsGoDigital

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Top LCD screen - click to enlarge.

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Back - click to enlarge. To view some sample photos from the Olympus EVOLT E-30 click here.

Olympus EVOLT E-620 E-30 Sample Photos

We've just published several sample photos from the new Olympus EVOLT E-30 and E-620 (featuring David Bailey). The E-620 fits in between the E-520, and the E-420 in size measuring 130 x 94.0 x 60 mm - and is the smallest DSLR with anti-shake sensor, it features a 12 megapixel sensor, a 2.7" swivel screen, 7 point AF, dust reduction, backlit buttons, ISO3200, and art filters. It will be available in May priced between the E-520 and E-30:

View our Olympus EVOLT E-620 and E-30 Sample Photo Gallery

Olympus EVOLT E-620 Previews: DCResource, DPReview, Olympus EVOLT E-620 Announced.

Panasonic Lumix G1 DSLR Review

DPInterface have reviewed the new Panasonic G1 Micro Digital SLR - based on the micro four thirds system - It features Full-time Live View both for LCD and LVF, 12-megapixel Live MOS sensor, new smaller LUMIX G VARIO 14-45mm MEGA O.I.S. lens, Dust reduction system and tilting 3" screen. It will also be available in three colours for £549

"The Panasonic Lumix G1 is “the world’s smallest” interchangeable lens camera at the moment. It works like a digital SLR, takes pictures like a digital SLR, is as expandable as a digital SLR… but it takes away the mirror box (and thus the optical viewfinder) so it can be small and quiet. Despite the “world’s smallest” claim being true, the G1 isn’t exactly what you’d call tiny or pocketable. Rather, it’s just slightly smaller than most other digital SLRs of its class (entry-level ones)."

Read more Panasonic Lumix G1 Reviews: Photoxels.com, DPReview, Trusted Reviews, Luminous Landscape, Photography BLOG, Gizmodo, Digital Camera Info, Imaging Resource, DCResource, Previews: Panasonic Lumix G1 at Photokina

Samsung NX Series DSLR Prototype Announced

Samsung have announced the new Samsung NX series - a pocketable DSLR styled camera with a larger APS-C sized sensor from a Digital SLR and interchangeable lenses - but without the through the lens optical viewfinder standard on SLRs. Very similar to the Micro Four / Thirds system, but with a slightly larger sensor size. This is just a prototype at the moment, the camera should be available in the second half of 2009.

"Samsung’s new NX Series bridges the gap between a DSLR and compact point-and-shoot digital camera by combining the benefits of both in one new model. Like conventional DSLRs, the NX Series utilizes an APS C sized image sensor providing a much larger surface area to gather light and produce higher-quality images than comparable digital camera systems. Unlike a DSLR, the NX Series does not feature a mirror box and employs an ultra-precise Electronic Viewfinder (EVF). The use of an EVF has allowed Samsung engineers to significantly reduce the size and weight of the new camera system by decreasing the distance between the lens and image sensor (flange back) by approximately 60% compared to traditional DSLRs. In addition to utilizing the EVF, consumers can also take advantage of the camera’s Live View functionality to frame their shots on the NX Series’ high resolution screen."

Further details can be found at The Online Photographer where they show the difference in sensor sizes, Serious Compacts where it's compared to the slightly larger Panasonic GH1, and LetsGoDigital have shots of it in different colours with different lenses.

Panasonic Lumix GH1 DSLR Announced

Panasonic have announced the new Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 - an update to the G1 - it adds HD-video recording at 1920 × 1080 at 24fps to the 12 megapixel live view micro four thirds camera, it also features a new lens specifically designed for HD video recording:

"The DMC-GH1 is not just a high performance still picture camera. Amazingly it can record Full-HD movies at 1080/24p or smooth HD movies at 720/60p in AVCHD with a continuous AF function. It also features a stereo microphone, featuring Dolby Digital Stereo Creator to record high quality audio. Just press the 'one touch' Motion Picture button, and shooting begins. In the unique Creative Movie mode, the shutter speed and aperture can be adjusted. When the DMC-GH1 is connected to a Panasonic VIERA via an optional mini HDMI cable, the TV's remote control unit can be used to enjoy playing back with a greater convenience."

Panasonic Lumix GH1 Previews: Cameralabs, DPReview

Olympus EVOLT E-620 DSLR Announced

Olympus have announced the new Olympus EVOLT E-620 - it fits in between the E-520, and the E-420 in size measuring 130 x 94.0 x 60 mm - and is the smallest DSLR with anti-shake sensor, it features a 12 megapixel sensor, a 2.7" swivel screen, 7 point AF, dust reduction, backlit buttons, ISO3200, and art filters. It will be available in May priced between the E-520 and E-30:

"The world’s smallest and lightest creative D-SLR with built-in image stabilisation has finally arrived! The new Olympus E-620 combines the technical sophistication required by pros with easy-to-use functions desired by hobbyists. As a result, ambitious photographers everywhere can now take creativity to a whole new level. Outfitted with a custom 7-point Twin autofocus system, the E-620 provides consistent focus, as well as a generous 12.3 Megapixel High-Speed Live MOS. Additionally, the Live View technology as well as the 6.9cm/2.7” free-angle HyperCrystal III LCD make framing every shot a cinch. In-camera Art Filters entice users to be artistic by allowing them to apply stylish effects at the touch of a button. Indeed, the E-620 is everything that makes Olympus Four Thirds Standard D-SLR cameras great. The latest addition to the E-System range offers creative and technological power – all rolled into one. The new model will be available for purchase at the end of April 2009."

Olympus EVOLT E-620 Previews: DCResource, DPReview, Updated: click for new pictures.

"E-600 range: Popular cameras that offer the high mobility of the E-400 series when a pancake lens is used and the power of the E-500 series when a telephoto lens is used."

The Olympus EVOLT E-620 demonstrated at Focus on Imaging 2009 - click to enlarge - picture taken with the E-30. Picture courtesy of Olympus UK.