Digital Camera News & Previews

CENTER VALLEY, Pa., March 5, 2007 - Olympus today announces the EVOLT E-410 digital SLR (single lens reflex) camera - easy enough for the first-time user, advanced enough for the serious photographer. High performance and functionality are packed into a surprisingly portable and simple-to-use body. The E-410 is the best value in its class (available in three configurations beginning at $699.99 for the body) and is loaded with innovations.

Valhalla, NY, February 22, 2007 - FUJIFILM U.S.A., Inc., is featuring a broad spectrum of imaging technologies and products at the PMA 2007 Annual Convention and Trade Show under the banner, "Fujifilm. Expand the World of Imaging." The tagline emphasizes Fujifilm's role in identifying and creating innovative imaging products and services that bring value to both businesses and consumers.

LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., February 21, 2007 - At first glance Canon's new 7.1 megapixel PowerShot TX1 digital camera looks familiar...pocket-sized, stainless steel case with textured accents and enough cutting-edge photo technology to make one wonder how they got all that functionality into that deck of playing cards-sized package. Indeed, this compact camera fits in just as well at a football game or a family function; in a small evening bag for a night on the town, or the pocket of a dress shirt, and is as much at home on a business trip as it is on a hard-earned weekend getaway.

LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., February 21, 2007 - Call it Canon caché, or ELPH excellence, but the two newest, 7.1 megapixel entries into Canon's legendary line of thin, trim, Digital ELPH cameras - the PowerShot SD750 Digital ELPH and the PowerShot SD1000 Digital ELPH - continue to push the envelope of easy image excellence, without leaving a telltale bump or bulge when discretely deposited in a pocket or purse. ELPH cameras are recognized by consumers from the tech-savvy to the style conscious alike, as evident from the PowerShot SD600 Digital ELPH's rankings as the best - selling digital camera of 2006 according to The NPD Group's retail tracking service.

LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., February 21, 2007 - With the introduction of the PowerShot A570 IS and A560 digital cameras, Canon's A-Series cameras have once again come to the rescue of consumers just joining the digital photo revolution, as well as those who are already in the photo-fray, and are waiting for top-tier technology to trickle down before they trade-up.

LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., February 21, 2007 - In an age when vivid, big-screen image display has become so essential to business, education, and many other fields, Canon has once again increased the price-performance impact of its affordable LV Series of LCD-based Multimedia Projectors. Three new compact, feature-packed models- the LV-7265, LV-7260, and LV-X7 Multimedia Projectors- all deliver bright, high-quality XGA images, and provide users with a stellar blend of an extremely short throw distance, and a powerful yet versatile 1.6x Canon wide-angle zoom lens.

LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., February 21, 2007 - High quality, ease of use and stylish design continue to be the cornerstones of the Canon PIXMA Photo Printer line-up, and the newest entries deliver on that strong reputation. The new PIXMA iP3300 and PIXMA iP1800 Photo Printers offer high-end features and new stylish designs while at an estimated selling price of $79.99 and $49.99, respectively. These prices put these printers into the very important value category while their sleek new designs set them head and shoulders above the competition.

LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., February 21, 2007 - What's smaller than a breadbox, lighter than most laptops, and fits easily in most carry-on bags? It's none other than the new portable PIXMA iP90v Photo Printer. The PIXMA iP90v Photo Printer delivers high print quality, speed, and innovative features that are a necessity for today's mobile business professional and home consumer. Building on the success of the PIXMA iP90 Photo Printer, the PIXMA iP90v Photo Printer will continue to offer a broad range of compatible features such as wireless printing and even a new software program called Easy-LayoutPrint.

LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., February 21, 2007 - Canon, the worldwide market leader in digital cameras, celebrates the 20th anniversary of its top-selling EOS single lens reflex camera system by announcing the EOS-1D Mark III Digital SLR, the world's fastest digital SLR camera.

MELVILLE, NY (February 19, 2007) - Looking for a camera designed to meet your digital photography needs? Whether you are a first time user, a style-savvy consumer or a photography buff, Nikon's 2007 COOLPIX line-up has a camera and feature set for you. Nikon has added eight new COOLPIX cameras to its Life, Style, and Performance Series boasting high-quality design, advanced imaging and sharing technologies, and innovative new features.

Los Angeles, CA, October 25, 2006 - Digital Foci, Inc. www.digitalfoci.com introduced today the new redesigned "Image Moments" digital photo album frame (Model IMT-081), which lets you display and share photos directly from digital camera memory cards at home or at the office on a selection of beautiful interchangeable picture frames. Just insert any digital camera card into Image Moments and memories will instantly come to life in sharp, vibrant color on its big 8-inch high-resolution digital LCD screen.

San Diego, CA - October 25, 2006 - Digital imaging software developer Nik Software, Inc., today announced an arrangement with digital asset management pioneer iView Multimedia Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Microsoft Corp., to offer a software bundle of Nik Color Efex Pro 2.0 Select Edition and iView MediaPro 3. This bundle combines two leading software solutions for improving digital imaging workflow to provide solutions for busy professional photographers.

LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., January 5, 2007 (CES Booth #12606) - Canon recognizes that whether they are shooting a 50th anniversary party, baby's first steps, or a trip around the world, camcorder users are looking to capture the movement and visual images, resulting in memories that are inherent in every important life stage. To help anyone become an instant expert, Canon has introduced three new models in its entry-level ZR series camcorders: the ZR850, ZR830, and ZR800 Mini-DV Camcorders. These camcorders provide powerful technology for capturing the most outstanding videos and photos with an array of smart new features that ensure the easiest, most enjoyable user experience. In fact, as Canon has long been regarded as an expert in optical lens design and production, all ZR series camcorders will feature 35x optical zoom - Canon's longest zoom ever. 

LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., January 5, 2007 (CES Booth #12606) - Canon's trio of new, feature-filled, easy-to-use, DVD camcorders fit comfortably into the hands and the budgets of doting dads, moms on the move, proud grandparents and even film-buff brothers or sisters aching to be making the next great backyard blockbuster. Canon's new DVD camcorders offer the convenience of viewing and sharing DVD discs, whether shooting in 16:9 Widescreen HR (high resolution) format for their widescreen Television (without resorting to cropping or stretching the scene), or bringing distant subjects and scenes up close and personal. Canon's DC230, DC220 and DC210 DVD Camcorders make video excellence and video ease two sides of the same coin. 

LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., January 5, 2007 (CES Booth #12606) - Canon's new DC50 DVD Camcorder is a dream come true for discerning video enthusiasts and photo buffs seeking an easy way to take, view and share vibrant video and spectacular photos. Canon's flagship DVD Camcorder starts with the convenience that direct-to-DVD recording offers and then packs advanced video features and photo power, exclusive engineering excellence and intuitive imaging expertise into a compact camcorder that is the soul of simplicity to operate and the master collector of memories for years to come.

Fremont, CA , January 5th, 2007 - Lexar Media, Inc., a world leader in advanced digital media technologies, will exhibit its broad lineup of JumpDrive USB flash drives at CES 2007, including both new and upgraded models. Most notably, the company is introducing JumpDrive 360, an innovative "capless" drive encased in a stylish rotating metal jacket. In addition, the company is demonstrating its JumpDrive Mercury with PowerToGo software and showcasing its new 8GB JumpDrive Secure II and JumpDrive Firefly drives. All Lexar JumpDrive products will be compatible with Windows Vista, and all the company's speed-rated drives will be enhanced for Windows ReadyBoost.Introducing JumpDrive 360: No More Lost Caps! 

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, Jan. 8, 2007 - SanDisk Corporation (NASDAQ:SNDK) today introduced Cruzer Contour, a USB flash drive with the elegant look and feel of a fine fountain pen or wristwatch. The elegance extends inside Cruzer Contour, with state-of-the-art engineering, support for Windows ReadyBoost, and, a generous gallery of pre-installed U3 software applications. Cruzer Contour was unveiled during a press conference at the Consumer Electronics Show, where SanDisk is demonstrating products in Booth #36206, South Hall 4 in the Las Vegas Convention Center. What especially sets apart Cruzer Contour, with its glossy black top and silver metallic body, is the drive's unique sliding USB connector. Using your thumb to slide the top of Cruzer Contour back and forth brings out or hides the connector - there's no visible switch, and no cap to lose.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, Jan. 8, 2007 - SanDisk Corporation (NASDAQ: SNDK) today introduced its first widescreen portable media player dubbed the "Sansa View." The flash-based Sansa View is a sleek, yet simple video player that supports a wide array of content formats and comes equipped with a flash memory expansion slot. The announcement was made at CES, where SanDisk is exhibiting in South Hall 4, booth 36206, in the Las Vegas Convention Center through January 11.While the Sansa View is a pocket-able player-one of the slimmest on the market today-it features a large 4-inch widescreen display for optimal viewing. In addition to a DVD-like quality video experience, the Sansa View can display photos (up to 16 megapixels), play music, or even combine the two in a slideshow format. The durable player also comes equipped with an integrated speaker for watching and listening to any content on the player with a friend.

LAS VEGAS, NV, January 8, 2007 - Casio, Inc. and its parent company Casio Computer Co., Ltd., announced today the release of the 7.2-megapixel EXILIM Hi-ZOOM EX-V7, the most powerful zoom in the stylish EXILIM series of compact digital cameras. This new model is the world's slimmest digital camera with a 7X optical zoom lens. Thinness is a defining quality in the EXILIM line, and the EX-V7 is no different as it easily fits in a shirt pocket or small purse.

Sebastopol, CA - January 8, 2007 - Lowepro, the worldwide leader of protective cases and backpacks for imaging products, is introducing an extensive line of digital camera pouches, shoulder bags and photo viewer case designed for the outdoor and adventurous photographer who never know where their photographic curiosity will take them. The Apex line represents the largest and most complete line of protective pouches and cases in the industry and reinforces Lowepro's position as the best selling and most respected manufacturer of protective cases and backpacks in the industry.