Celebrating 20 years of their top-selling EOS single lens reflex camera system, Canon has announced the new EOS-1D Mark III Digital SLR, which now lays claim to the title as the world’s fastest digital SLR camera. The EOS-1D Mark III features a 10.1-megapixel resolution, and shutter speeds of 10 frames per second. It utilizes the new 10.1-megapixel APS-H size CMOS sensor, which is the most light-sensitive and innovative sensor Canon has thus far ever produced. The EOS-1D also features a new microlens array, and a more effcient pixel structure, which results in an exceptional image quality and ISO range of 100 to 3200, with extensions to ISO 50 and IS 6400.

The EOS-1D also features a number of specs that will perk up professional photographers, including the Live View shooting mode, which allows photographers the option of using a 3-inch LCD screen to view and magnifiy images 5x and 10x to focus that way. Normal single reflex lens cannot do this because the mirror that allows you to look through the lens is in the way. Another viewing option available to uses of the EOS-1D Mark III, is through a computer. Including with the camera is EOS Utility 2.0, which allows you to connect your camera to a computer via USB, and see and control the camera in real-time from your computer. If the photographer is going to be far away from the camera, it can be operated wirelessly with the new WFT-E2A Wireless File Transmittion. It allows you to view images directly off the camera’s sensor in real time, with the ability to adjust many camera settings on the fly.

The Canon EOS-1D Mark III also compes with a complete dust management solution, known as the EOS Integrated Cleaning System, as well as 45 Auto Focus points, and DIGIC III Image Processors. New features to this camera include highlight tone priority, which extends the dynamic range of highlights and improves gradation within highlight areas; safety shift, which allows the camera to automatically change shutter speed, aperture, or ISO speed; and in-camera noise reduction for high ISO images and silent drive mode.

Canon have the EOS-1D Mark III Digital SLR and its new accessories on display March 8 - 11 at the PMA show in Las Vegas. It will be available for purchase starting in April 2007. Pricing has not yet been revealed.

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As a warm-up to the big PMA show coming up very soon, Sony has unleashed a flurry of new digital cameras, with the most notable of the bunch being the Sony Cybershot G1. Although the price has not yet been revealed, the specs have.

The G1 features 2GB of internal memory, which is actually quite shocking considering most cams these days skimp on the internal, forcing you to buy a SD card. Another nice feature is the camera’s large 3.5-inch LCD display. It also has a 6-megapixel resolution, 3x optical zoom, built-in WiFi, SteadyShot, Anti-Blur, and a Carl Zeiss Vario-Tesar lens. All in all the Sony G1 looks like a pretty sweet digital camera!

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The Nikon S500 which is housed in a stylish metal casing features a new high-performance image-processing engine. It has 2.5

A new camera from Nikon, the S50c, will surely get your attentions with its Wi-Fi capability. COOLPIX CONNECT provides two services: Picture mail, which can prompt and email notification to friends when new pictures are available to download and view, and PictureBank which can send out a large selection to a server.

The Nikon Coolpix S50c is equipped with a 3.0

Nikon Corporation announced the introduction of the COOLPIX P5000. The P5000 offers users advanced functions, easy operation and high image quality to satisfy photographers and camera users. The design implemented in the Nikon P5000 features a light-weight body and a rubbergrip for a solid hold.

High performance and image quality trademark the Nikon COOLPIX P5000 camera. Users are able to capture images in outstanding detail with its 10MP high resolution and get close with its 3.5x optical zoom. The Nikon CoolPix P5000 features a 36-126mm lens to allow captured photos such as broad landscapes or tight compositions.

Light sensitivity has been extended to provide exceptional outcomes in low-light conditions and to capture speedy subjects with clarity. Capture the moment with clarity and sharper results with VR image stabilization. Also the VR image stabilization allows for smoother video recordings in movie shooting mode. Buttons and controls are simplified to provide easy camera operation. There is quite a selection modes including: seven movie modes, Anti-Shake mode, High sensitivity mode, etc. Quality and performance outline the Nikon CoolPix P5000, making this camera an excellent choice for recreational users or photographers.

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Nikon has just announced the Nikon L12 Camera it is a high quality compact digital with very easy in operation. The Nikon L12 offers the function of VR image stabilization to enable the novices in taking sharp and steady shots even during unstable conditions.

Nikon offers a full imaging potential of 7.1 effective megapixels rendering true-to-life color image capture. The Nikon L12 comes with PictureProject Software that can be installed via CD-ROM only and in a system running on Macintosh OS (Mac? OS X version 10.3.9, 10.4.x); Windows (Windows? Vista(32bit), Windows? XP Home Edition/Professional, Windows? 2000 Professional pre-installed models). With PictureProject you can transfer, organize, edit and share photos.

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The MINOX DC 7011 is a great compact digital camera. You can easily transport this camera in your pocket or handbag. View and assess captured pictures on it’s low reflective 2.5″ TFT display. The DC7011 offers amazing performance and features 7MP resolution, fast auto-focus, 3x optical zoom, USB connectivity, a PictBridge port for direct printing, 16MB internal memory and an SD slot for a memory capacity of up to 2GB. You can also use the camera as a PC-Cam to record video. What makes this camera a good choice is its high quality and excellent price to performance ratio.

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If you like small compact gadgets, you might like this slim Credit Card Digital Camera. Its just a mere 5mm thin! This little digital camera has a 0.3MP resolution. Don’t expect the greatest image quality, but this camera does exactly what it is intended to do. You can store 26 high-resolution images (1280×960) or 209 low-resolution images (640×480) on its available 8MB built-in memory. Video recording is also available with up to 40 seconds of video. Connect the camera to a PC via a USB cable and you can use it as a webcam! Retail price around $40.

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GE, one of the most trusted consumer brands, will soon become one of the hottest names in high-quality digital cameras. Teaming up with General Imaging Co., an overwhelming response from retailers and consumers of the new digital camera line is expected. GE

Snap some cool pics with the new Samsung S1030 digital camera, which features 10 megapixels, 3x’s zoom capability, and 45 megs of storage. The screen is 2.7 inches. The camera takes two AA baterays to run. A built-in microphone allows a 10-second voice memo to be attached to any still image is one of the coolest features. The camera offers 10 shooting modes including special scene modes such as Night, Portrait, Children, Landscape, Close-up, Sunset, Backlight, Fireworks, Dawn and Beach, and Snow. No word on pricing or release date yet.

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Pretty in pink, this Sony CyberShot DSC-W55/P digital camera from Sony is a perfect gift for your sweetie on Valentine’s Day! The CyberShot DSC-W55/P digital camera is small enough to fit in your pocket, and powerful enough to take great 7.2 megapixel Super HAD CCD images. It includes a Carl Zeiss 3x optical zoom lens, and high ISO 1000 sensitivity for taking shots in lower lighting.

With a large 2.5-inch LCD screen, you can easily compose shots, check out the results, and even share the photos on location. The Sony CyberShot DSC-W55/P camera also features Clear RAW Noise Reducition, which is an imaging processing technology that helps to suppress color noise that sometimes comes with high-sensitivity shooting.

Other great features of the camera include versatile color modes, including rich setting, natural, monochrome, and sepia; 56MB internal memory, Memory Stick Duo / Memory Stick PRO Duo built-in slot, 14x smart zoom feature, MPEG Movie VX Fine Mode, Burst mode, and Stamina Battery Power which allows you to capture up to 380 shots before needing to recharge.

While the camera is available in four colors (silver, black, blue, and pink), pink is the perfect color to get this digicam in for your sweetheart on Valentine’s Day. Pair it with a box of chocolates and a sweet card, and you’re all set!

Now, we know everyone’s favorite place is the rumor mill and you have to stretch your ears just a bit to get in on the juicy tidbits. The latest one doing the rounds is a 22-megapixel Canon camera, which came out in the form of a demo body, apparently about half the size of the 1Ds Mark II.

Canon is busy trying to make lenses that work with this baby. Hopefully the pros will not be disappointed with whatever they have up their sleeves.

While we are trying to contain our excitement, it appears that the camera will be announced during PhotoPlus Expo 2007 - in October. The event will be held at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in Manhattan, so you know where we will be.

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Now, we know everyone’s favorite place is the rumor mill and you have to stretch your ears just a bit to get in on the juicy tidbits. The latest one doing the rounds is a 22-megapixel Canon camera, which came out in the form of a demo body, apparently about half the size of the 1Ds Mark II.

Canon is busy trying to make lenses that work with this baby. Hopefully the pros will not be disappointed with whatever they have up their sleeves.

While we are trying to contain our excitement, it appears that the camera will be announced during PhotoPlus Expo 2007 - in October. The event will be held at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in Manhattan, so you know where we will be.

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Another great new digital camera from Panasonic today is the Lumix FX30, a compact 7.2 megapixel camera with 3.6x optical zoom, a 2.5 inch display,ISO of up to 1250, and an optically stabilized wide angle lens (28mm at its widest). The ultra-slim casing is just 22mm wide, making it small enough to slip into your pocket.

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX30 is also currently the world’s slimmest camera outfitted with a 28mm wide-angle LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT lens, which makes it easy for users to fit more people into a photo when space is tight, or to capture beautiful landscapes with large structures or sweeping scenery. The camera also has available a variety of scene modes, including two new modes: Pet and Sunset.

The Panasonic DMC-FX30 Digital Camera will be available in February. It will be available in silver, black, blue, and light brown colors, each having a specially textured finish that takes best advantage of the color. The cost on this beautiful piece of machinery is just $349.95.

Panasonic has been working to bring us some more new goodies! This time they’ve introduced us to the new Panasonic DMC-FZ8, a 7.2 megapixel, ultra zoom point and shoot camera. The camera comes with 12x optical zoom, which is the equivalent of 36-432mm. With the addition of Panasonics new “extra optical zoom function”, you have additional magnification up to 18x when taking photos at 3-megapixel resolution.

Other features of the Panasonic DMC-FZ8 digital camera include 27MB internal memory, SDHC card slot, 2.5-inch LCD display, 18 scene modes, and an ISO range of up to 1250. For all these features and more, you can pick up the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ8 in stores in February for just $349.95.

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Casio is also rolling out some new digital cameras, and this time it’s the sleek and shiny EX-Z75 and the EX-Z1050. There’s not a whole lot known about the cameras yet, so expect more details to be released soon.

The Casio EX-Z75 digital camera is housed in a metal-like silver casing, and features 7.2-megapixel photos, a 2.6-inch LCD screen, USB 2.0 connectivity, 3x optical zoom, and a Best Shot Mode. The Ex-Z75 is expected to retail for $300 USD. No release date or availability information is available at this time.

The Casio EX-Z1050 is a step up from the EX-Z75 model, and is also housed in silver casing. This camera is also very slim, and features a 2.6-megapixel LCD display, ISO up to 3200, USB 2.0 connectivity, anti-shake technology, and a movie mode that can capture 30fps VGA. It also has a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. The suggested retail price on this phone is $394. Again, there is no word on the availability at this time, but I would expect it to be available soon.

A part of Samsung’s new line up of digital cameras is the new Samsung V74, 28mm 3.6x optical zoom wide-angled digital camera. Housed in a black case, the camera has a typical NV series look to it.

Notable features of the phone include 28mm wide-angle, 3.6x optical zoom, ASR (Adavanced Shake Reduction), 3-inch LCD display, ISO up to 1600, face recognition, and the abililty to record MPEG-4 videos at SVGA resolutions. There has so far been no word on pricing or availability.

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Olympus released a whole plethora of digital cameras recently and here is all the lowdown! The Olympus FE-250, FE-240, FE-210 and Olympus FE-230 are all point and shoot cameras and are ideal for both first timers and advance users.

The Olympus FE-210 and Olympus FE-230 are both 7 megapixel shooters and have been equipped with a 3x optical zoom (equiv. to 38-114mm on a 35mm model) lens and a 2.5 inch LCD. The FE-230 features the TruePic TURBO image processor which is lacking in the FE-210 and both include the ?one button, one function? design principle. Other features include; xD-Picture Card support, Movie Mode, Macro Mode, Preset Scene Modes etc. The Olympus FE-210 is expected to hit stores in February 2007 and the FE-230 should be available in February 2007, with an estimated High Street price of just ?150.00.

The Olympus FE-240 and the Olympus FE-250 are the more advance shooters in the series and while the former has a 7MP resolution, the latter is an 8 megapixel digicam. Both have a 2.5 inch LCD and the FE-250 also has BrightCapture Technology. One comes across a 3x optical zoom (equiv. to 35-105mm on a 35mm model) lens on the FE-250 where as FE-240 has been equipped with a high performing 5x optical zoom (equiv. to 38-190mm on a 35mm model). Other features include; TruePic TURBO, 15 scene modes (e.g. Candle, Indoor or Sport), Internal memory plus xD-Picture Card slot, Movie recording with sound up to card capacity etc.

The Olympus FE-240 will be available in UK camera shops from February 2007 with an estimated price of ?180 and the s FE-250 for ?200.00.

HasselBlad recently unveiled their impressive H3D-31 DSLR camera, which is aimed specifically at professional mobile photographers. This beauty of a camera features a 31-megapixel 44- x 33 mm sensor and micro-lenses that bring ISO up to 800. Other features include a 1.2 seconds per image capture rate, mobile and tethered modes, and Hasselblad’s proprietary Natural Color Solution that claims to cut down on post-processing duties.

The HasselBlad H3D-31 offers flexibility for professional photographers, giving them the freedom to choose between eye-level and waist-level viewfinders, digitally APO corrected lenses, and on-the-fly classification of images. It also offers photographers the freedom to work with film to allow shooting under extreme conditions.

For such quality features, you can expect to pay a pretty penny for this digital camera. It’s available for just $24,995.