The Digital Camera Reviews

 





The Olympus FE-340 is an 8 megapixel resolution camera that are ideal even for those who do no know much and don’t want to be bothered by complicated camera settings.  It offers 19 shooting modes from whih you can choose from to get the right camera adjustments for a specific setting.

This digital camera has a 5x optical zoom and it’s great for large prints. The 2.7 inch LCD screen display makes photo previews a breeze. You can get as many photos without worrying about having to download them because while the Olympus FE-340 has a very small 48MB internal memory you can store your photos in xD-Picture cards.  But if that does not work fine for you, you can always use the USB able to fast download photos in your PC.

One of the novel features of this digicam is the Face Detection feature which allows you to edit your subject’s facial expression after you get the shot.  Choose from four different facial expressions which you can preview in the LCD’s multi-frame window.

With all these features and more, the Olympus FE-340 is cheap at only $200.

 





If you are big on large print photos then the Canon PowerShot SD1100IS is the best choice as it is able to produce detailed and quality photos of up 16x 22 inch prints. The Canon Powershot SD1100IS has a 3x optical zoom and a 2.5 inch LCD monitor which is good for photo previews. And with an 8 megapixel resolution you need not worry about your photos getting pixelized at all.

It boasts of a face detection and motion detection features which contribute to producing quality photos with less blurring even if your subjects are in motion.  It has 18 shooting modes, 9 of which are special scene modes that can help you get better photos.

The digiam’s DIGIC III Image Processor make ssure you camera works efficiently with your battery life enhanced.  And if you’re having problems with red eye then the three options provided by this powershot will help you out.

 

Imagine a digital camera you can take with you to the beach and I mean “in” the waters not just on the sandy beaches.  With the Vivitar Underwater Camera (waterproof up to 30′), your imagination can become a reality.

This two-pounder has a 4x digital zoom and a maximum resolution of 2816 x 2112.  While it has been designed specifically for divers no one can stop you from taking advantage of this rubber-armored digicam which is durable enough to be able to take underwater photos up to 30′.

This waterproof digicam has focus free lens and is not just a  camera because it can record movies with 320 x 240 at 24fps. It has the capacity of 1GB SD memory card so you can get as many photos as you want.

Vivitar Underwater Camera operates on two AA Alkaline batteries and a pair is already included in the kit.  You also get the free hand strap and USB cable.

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ5 is the third generation of the Travel Zoom Series following the TZ1 which was launched in 2006 and the TZ3 launched in 2007.  If you’re wondering, there is a TZ2 and a TZ4 in between but these are smaller models. The Lumix DMC TZ5 is a compact camera with a 10x optical zoom and a 28mm wide angle lens.

While the Panasonic Lumix DMC TZ5 has the same features as the previous issues, this one has a greater sensor resolution of 9.1 MP compared to the previous 7.2 MP.   It also boasts of the Venus IV which is the latest generation imaging engine of Panasonic.

Toting the Lumix DMC TZ5 is not just toting a digital camera but in effect a videocam since this digicam has HD video capability, allowing the camera to capture videos with 1280×720 at 30fps resolution in a 16:9 format.

 

The Canon Powershot A650 IS is a sequel to Canon’s A640 and while old model already responded to the requirements of hobbyists who want a point and shoot camera that can get them good shots, the Canon Powershot A650 IS is a step forward to the right direction indeed.

The A640 is hard to duplicate so Canon thought of adding more pixels, rushing for the 12 megapixel resolution.  The A650 IS also boasts of the image stabilization feature which avoids blurring and the ever-present camera shake problem.

It also has a 6x optical zoom, 4x digital zoom and a 2.5 inch swivel LCD display to preview your shots. A 32 MB digital memory for storage is included in the package which may not be enough if you get photos all the time but you can replace it with a 1GB or higher digital memory storage.

 

The Canon Powershot A580 is a very affordable point and shoot camera for those who want good digicam features without spending grandly. It is ideal for beginners as well as for advanced users who want a no-fuss camera.

The Canon Powershot A580 has a 4x optical zoom and an 8 megapixel resolution and it produces really good photos. While it is not really light, it is small enough to fit the palm of your hand and can easily be slipped into a small bag.

It boasts of a macromode which is ideal for getting really close shots without the photo getting too pixelized. 

 

The Nikon Coolpix L18 may be a small point and shoot camera but it boasts of a 3x optical zoom and an 8 megapixel resolution.  It has a red-eye fix but like most cameras with this feature, it can’t be relied on to produce photos without the red eye problem.  It can minimize the effects though.

This digicam is good for beginners who could not as yet control their shots as it has an Anti-Shake AE mode to make sure you get clear photos all the time.  This also ensures good photos even if you are on the go or constantly moving when taking the shots.  You can view your photos through the big enough 3-inch LCD screen display.

It operates on two AA batteries and has a 28MB internal memory.  Not bad for a camera that’s below $150.