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Samsung ES15

Posted by: Mark Peters Monday 2nd, March 2009

Samsung announces a new 10 megapixel digital camera, the ES15 - also known as Samsung SL30 in the USA - which joins the company’s popular and user-friendly digital camera models. Ideally suited for families and entry-level shooters looking for an easy-to-use digital camera, the Samsung ES15 presents a range of features that will help users effortlessly capture digital images without having to worry about becoming entrenched in technical specifications or terminology. The Samsung ES15 offers consumers a quality Samsung lens with a 3x optical zoom, as well as Digital Image Stabilization, giving users the ability to reduce the blur found in their images as a result of vibrations, hand shake, or other unexpe

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Samsung ES10

Posted by: Dennis Hissink Monday 2nd, March 2009

Probably just an average camera for an average photographer, assuming there is one entitled as so. The Samsung ES10 was launched without any whistles. High picture quality is obtained by employing the Samsung ES10 with an 8.1 megapixel 1/2.5" high resolution CCD sensor. Clear picture quality can be enough resolution for printing up to poster size. A robust mounted image processor allows for rich gradation, fast & quality picture processing. The quick and easy way for a better-looking you The Beauty Shot feature is like having your own make-up artist - right in your camera. It automatically identifies imperfections such as blemishes and dark spots on the face, and retouches them so that faces appear brighter and smooth.

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Fujifilm FinePix J250

Posted by: Mark Peters Monday 2nd, March 2009

Fujifilm are proud to announce the latest addition to its range of highly desirable and accessible J-series compact cameras; the FinePix J250. Packed with features providing consumers with more choice, these are a welcome addition to the J series family. The Fujifilm FinePix J250 is aimed at consumers who want a stylish camera that's fun and easy to use, but won't blow the budget. Every Fujifilm camera is guaranteed to give you stunning image quality - the essence of FinePix brand - and the new Fuji J250 is no exception. With a core specification of 10 Megapixels and a sharp, high-quality wide-angle Fujinon 5x zoom, the FinePix J250 will deliver breathtaking images at the press of a button.

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Fujifilm FinePix J20

Posted by: Ilse Jurrien Monday 2nd, March 2009

Fujifilm announces a new entry-level digital compact camera, succeeding the hugely popular FinePix J10 and FinePix J15. The Fujifilm FinePix J20 is the latest in the line-up and offers consumers an affordable, but highly-stylish compact camera with point-and-shoot appeal. With a core specification of 10 Megapixels, a quality Fujinon 3x zoom, Scene Recognition AUTO (SR AUTO), Face Detection and Picture Stabilisation, the Fujifilm FinePix J20 and Fujifilm FinePix J25 will deliver great images time after time. The new Fuji J20 has a 2.7" LCD, both with 230k dots.

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Fujifilm A150

Posted by: Dennis Hissink Monday 2nd, March 2009

Fujifilm are proud to announce the launch of a new ‘A’ series compact digital camera - the A150 - continuing the success of the hugely popular A-series range of fun, easy-to-use compact cameras. Many people want a camera that’s easy on the wallet, high on performance and user-friendly, but don’t want to be confused by too many functions and settings. Fujifilm’s new ‘A’ series compacts provide just that; basic, but highly-effective technology and great image quality, all within an elegant and stylish shell. The Fujifilm A150 is an ideal compact camera for families, grandparents and kids alike, or for anyone who is investing in their first digital camera.

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Fujifilm A100

Posted by: Mark Peters Monday 2nd, March 2009

Fujifilm are proud to announce the launch of a new ‘A’ series compact digital camera - the A100 - continuing the success of the hugely popular A-series range of fun, easy-to-use compact cameras. Many people want a camera that’s easy on the wallet, high on performance and user-friendly, but don’t want to be confused by too many functions and settings. Fujifilm’s new ‘A’ series compacts provide just that; basic, but highly-effective technology and great image quality, all within an elegant and stylish shell. The Fujifilm A100 is an ideal compact camera for families, grandparents and kids alike, or for anyone who is investing in their first digital camera.

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Nikon Coolpix L100

Posted by: Mark Peters Monday 2nd, March 2009

Nikon Europe is proud to announce the new Nikon Coolpix L100 digital camera. Easy Auto Mode simplifies photography by taking control of settings; just turn on the L100 camera and shoot freely. Activated in Easy Auto Mode, Nikon’s Scene Auto Selector eliminates the need to manually select a scene mode to match the shot, and this makes it faster and easier to capture the moment in beautiful fashion. The Nikon Coolpix L100 uses this intelligent function to analyze the subject and its surrounding settings and automatically selects the most appropriate of the following six scene modes to achieve optimal results - Portrait, Landscape, Night Portrait, Night Landscape, Close-up, or Backlight.

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Nikon Coolpix L20

Posted by: Ilse Jurrien Monday 2nd, March 2009

Nikon Europe is proud to announce the new Nikon Coolpix L20 digital camera. Easy Auto Mode simplifies photography by taking control of settings; just turn on the digital camera and shoot freely. Activated in Easy Auto Mode, Nikon’s Scene Auto Selector eliminates the need to manually select a scene mode to match the shot, making it faster and easier to capture the moment in beautiful fashion. The Nikon Coolpix L20 uses this intelligent function to analyze the subject and its surrounding settings and automatically selects the most appropriate scene mode to achieve optimal results.

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Not that long ago, a large number of manufacturers presented their digital camera line on the PMA show floor. It had already been predicted that there would no longer be room for quite so many, and thus only for a handful of manufacturers. This is partially right, however, the offer of compact and DSLR cameras does not seem to have decreased. The compact camera has matured and true innovations are over, while the digital SLR is conquering more and more market share. The Micro Four Thirds system camera manufactured by Panasonic and Olympus, is the new kid on the block. Whether more manufacturers will adopt the Micro Four Thirds system during the PMA International Convention and Trade Show, or whether they will come with their own 'Micro' system like Samsung, remains to be seen.