August 3rd, 2008 at 12:30am
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The Canon G9 is sometimes said to detect up to nine faces but the instruction manual says that up to three frames display where the G9 detects faces. When the G9 is in face detection mode, the LCD display shows the detection frames lock onto a face. Most of the vendors offer the Canon G9 for about 450 - 500 dollars. However a few Web sites offer it for the low $300s.
After running the Canon G9 through a battery of scientific tests in our imaging lab, we are convinced this camera is worth the hype. It takes excellent pictures, and its 12.1 megapixels are very effective at capturing detail. I also came across a post on a blog dedicated to the Canon G9 about how the Canon G9 works for underwater photos.
The analogue-inspired design of the Canon G9 has been updated on this model with a textured coating and a black alumite lens ring. A larger grip and pronounced thumb rest ensure secure and comfortable handling. The Canon G9 definitely is one of the best point-and-shoot cameras. It’s sort of an expensive Polaroid. A waterproof case is also available for your underwater shooting with Canon G9 Camera.
To make this more relevant, 12-megapixels (12MP) is the new 8MP and the Canon G9 is the perfect example of this logic, with a 12MP sensor in a very compact form. Retail price for this little jewel is $499, but I have seen a few reputable dealers selling it online for about $420, so a little smart shopping will save enough money for a 4GB memory card! I was walking back from a dinner meeting in Las Vegas with a Canon G9 and a small Gorillapod tucked away in my jacket pocket. I felt like shooting something, but nothing caught my eye until I climbed a set of stairs for a street overpass. I picked up a Canon G9 that seemed to have nice specs (12.1 megapixels, a 35-210mm image stabilized lens, and RAW capabilities) and an even nicer price (under $500).
Under the surface the Canon G9 uses the same advanced DIGIC III processor as the company’s digital SLR cameras for faster performance and image processing. The ISO range is 80-3200 and there are 25 different shooting modes on offer, including Shutter-priority, Aperture-priority and Manual shooting modes for those who desire greater control. But surprisingly, I like the look of the crop from the Canon G9 photo better. The DSLR should have performed better here, but it did not rise to the challenge.
By Dave Jackson
July 27th, 2008 at 11:20pm
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While some cameras offer a wider 16:9 view, the Z75’s 14:9 is still admirable. In Easy Mode, menus for simplifying a wide array of camera settings (flash, self-timer, and image size) are also shown on the right side of the monitor for easy viewing and use. The EX-Z75 features a newly developed wide LCD display for improved image viewing, and delivers effective 7.2 megapixels. Exclusive to the Casio EXILIM line of digital cameras in the U.S is the eBay Best Shot mode, to take photos at a size that is image optimized for display on eBay.
However, the lack of an optical viewfinder - though common on many such digital cameras today - may put some off. In Easy Mode, menus for simplifying a wide array of camera settings (flash, self-timer and image size) are also shown on the right side of the monitor for easy viewing and use. While I don’t disagree with the review, consider the Casio for size, convenience, and ease of use. Even my mother could operate it — a miracle.
In Easy Mode, menus for simplifying a wide array of camera settings (flash, self-timer and image size) are also shown on the right side of the monitor for easy viewing and use. The camera also features a 2.6 display to view your pictures, as well as edit them with the EX-Z1050’s in-camera editing functions. For example, the camera offers the eBay best shot mode, which shoots photos in the optimized size for posting pictures on eBay. Below is the navigator for this thread, you can use this to view other messages in this thread. You can use the previous and next buttons to scroll through the messages in this thread.
From top down you have the standard zoom keys; two buttons to switch between picture viewing and picture taking; a circular five-way navigation control with Set in the middle; and, next to each other, Menu and Best Shot buttons. Switching to 4:3 mode keeps the entire picture in view and makes reviewing much easier. And even though the Casio has a larger screen, it shows fewer pixels and side by side, has less apparent sharpness in comparison to the 2.5 inch Pentax Viewfinder/display screen. This makes sense though, since the Pentax is cramming more pixels into a smaller space.
The down button changes the Flash functions and the back of the camera is finished with two more buttons which are the Menu button and the Best shot button. Designed with you in mind, the EX-Z75 has 34 programmed settings referred to as Best Shot modes that will enable you to capture perfect images under a variety of circumstances. Some of these Best Shot modes include sports, night scene, portrait and eBay. The slimmer, sleeker Z75 comes in with 7.2-megapixels, a equally sized 2.6-inch screen, 3x optical zoom, anti-shake, USB 2.0, and a “best shot” feature that presumably measures lighting and surroundings in order to automatically snap the most attractive shot. So while Casio hasn’t done anything revolutionary here, you can still pick up the Z1050 for -12,990 ($107) or the Z75 for just - 9,990 ($83) if you’re content with middle-of-the-road.
By Dave Jackson
July 24th, 2008 at 11:05pm
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The DMC- LS75/LS70/LS60 is equipped with a bright 3x optical zoom lens (equivalent to a 35mm-105mm zoom on a 35mm film camera) that captures beautiful shots of people or landscapes. Use the Extra Optical Zoom when you want to pull the subject in just a little closer. An Easy Zoom button jumps to the 3x telephoto edge of the lens at the push of a button. A Quick Setting shortcut provides easy access to frequently used options.
Replacing the DMC-LS2, both models have a 3x optical zoom lens, new Easy Zoom feature which shifts the lens instantly to full 3x zoom, optical image stabilizer, Intelligent ISO Control and run on widely available AA batteries. The DMC-LS75 has a 2.5 inch screen, whilst the DMC-LS60 has a 2 inch LCD.
Additionally, the burst shooting mode boasts the capability of sequential shots at a rate of 3 frames per second at full resolution. The unlimited consecutive shooting function allows you to take photos in succession up to the capacity of the memory card or built in memory. AA-batteries and a 3x LUMIX DC VARIO optical zoom lens can be found in each of these entry level models with the LS75 sporting a 2.5-inch LCD and 7.2 megapixel CCD. The LS70 shares the CCD but steps the LCD to 2-inches like the LS60 which further cuts the CCD down to 6.0 megapixels. Just set the mode dial to the heart symbol, aim, and press the shutter button. The camera handles the complicated settings automatically and the settings menu is simplified, so there’s no stress, no confusion and no worries.
Can be used in extremely bright light situations to reduce the amount of light entering the camera; this enables more selective depth of field control. Many professional photographers, screw these filters onto their cameras lenses. Even camera manufacturers recommend using a filter to guard lenses from scratches and other inadvertent damage. I have taken tha pictures from my new panasonic camera. From my experince i say that Panasonic is the superb camera.
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