Nikon COOLPIX P60
Online Retail Price: $229.95

The 8.1-megapixel Nikon Coolpix P60 features an f/3.6-4.5, 36-180mm (35mm equivalent) optically stabilized 5x zoom lens, and a 153,000-dot, 2.5-inch LCD. The camera also includes a 201,000-dot, 0.2-inch electronic viewfinder. Notable features include face-detection, redeye correction, Nikon’s D-Lighting function for opening up shadow areas, and the company’s Best Shot Selector, which takes a series of shots and saves the sharpest one. Also included are Nikon’s standard 14 scene modes in addition to plain automatic shooting as well as a Panorama assist mode. The P60 offers a top light-sensitivity setting of ISO 2000. The camera, which runs on a pair of AA batteries, can capture 30fps VGA video with sound. Designed for more advanced photographers, the camera offers a manual exposure mode, a histogram display and Nikon’s Optimize Image menu for selecting color and monochrome filter effects.

Designed for intuitive operation, it has an easy-to-hold grip providing stability and a solid shooting touch in a comfortable, compact body size. Framing a photograph is simple, using either the Nikon P60’s wide viewing angle 2.5-inch LCD screen, or the electronic viewfinder with included information display. The camera’s easy to use mode dial makes it simple for users to switch between manual and auto modes. In Programmed auto mode, it automatically selects shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure, while the Manual mode lets users select both shutter speed and aperture for greater control over results. The camera includes 15 scene modes optimised for pre-defined situations including Portrait, Landscape, Night Portrait, Sports, Party/Indoor, Close Up, Museum and even Fireworks Show. The Nikon Coolpix P60 also has the capacity for movie recording with sound at 640 x 480 pixels at 30fps. Images are recorded on a removable SD memory card or in the 22MB internal memory.

Image sensor shift VR (Vibration Reduction) image stabilization compensates for camera shake or movement by unsteady subjects to realize yet sharper results. And extended light sensitivity up to ISO 2000 further helps prevent blurred shots in lower light, or when capturing fast-moving subjects. The COOLPIX P60 also offers Programmed Auto [P] and Manual [M] exposure modes, enabling the user to enjoy shooting in a variety of styles. A functional body design with a defined grip for secure finger placement allows for intuitive operation including the use of the Mode dial. Compositional versatility, even in bright sunlight, is achieved thanks to its electronic viewfinder and a 2.5-inch LCD monitor.

Key Features:
5x Optical Zoom-NIKKOR Glass Lens
8.1 Megapixels
Incredible, Bright 2.7-inch High Resolution LCD and Optical Viewfinder
Electronic Viewfinder
Program and Manual Exposure Modes
Auto Adjusts up to ISO 2000

Nikon In-Camera Innovations:
In-Camera Red-Eye Fix(TM)–automatically fixes most instances of red-eye in the camera. You may never see red-eye again! Face-Priority AF–Nikon’s face-finding technology that automatically focuses on faces. D-Lighting–rescues dark or backlit images by improving brightness and detail where needed.

Nikon COOLPIX P50
Online Retail Price: $229.95

The Nikon Coolpix Performance Series was designed with camera lovers in mind. The Nikon P50 camera is available both in basic black with a classic camera ‘look’ and in a silver finish. Features that make this a classic camera are the optical viewfinder, stable grip and a functional body design. The Nikon Coolpix P50 camera offers High-Sensitivity mode up to 2000 ISO, which automatically selects the optimal light sensitivity setting to further prevent blurred shots when shooting in lower light, or when capturing fast-moving subjects. The Nikon Coolpix P50 features a 3.6x Zoom-NIKKOR lens with 28mm wide-angle capability that covers a range from panoramic landscapes to close-up portraits.

Combining 8.1 effective megapixels of resolution and a new digital image-processing engine for outstanding imaging performance, the COOLPIX P50 also features a 3.6x Zoom-NIKKOR lens with 28mm wide-angle capability that ably covers a range from panoramic landscapes to close-up portraits.Electronic VR (Vibration Reduction) image stabilisation compensates for camera shake or movement by unsteady subjects to achieve sharper results. Extended light sensitivity up to ISO 2000 further helps prevent blurred shots when shooting in lower light, or when capturing fast-moving subjects.

While the option of manual exposure sets the P50 apart from many other compact cameras, in most other respects it is little different from any other 8MP compact, and in fact in some respects it is rather inferior. Available in either silver or black, the body is made of plastic, and feels a little flimsy in places. The top panel especially flexes and creaks when squeezed. However at least the battery/card hatch has a latch, so it’s not likely to fall open. The shape of the body is very square and functional, with a large rubberised handgrip and textured thumbgrip area on the back. It is physically quite large for a compact camera, measuring approximately 94.5 x 66 x 44 mm, and the relatively small 2.4-inch monitor and uncluttered control layout means that it is an easy camera to hold comfortably. It’s also a bit heavy at 210g including alkaline batteries, and its bulk means that it will take up a lot of room in your pocket.

Key Features:8.1 Megapixels
3.6x Optical Wide-Angle Zoom
Incredible, Bright 2.4-inch High Resolution LCD and Optical Viewfinder
Optical Viewfinder
Program and Manual Exposure Modes
Auto Adjusts up to ISO 2000

Nikon In-Camera Innovations:
In-camera Red-Eye Fix™ automatically fixes most instances of red-eye in the camera. You may never see red eyes again.
Face-Priority AF Nikon’s face-finding technology that automatically focuses on faces.
D-Lighting rescues dark or backlit picture by improving brightness and detail where needed.

Emprex 10 Mega CCD Digital Still Camera
Online Retail Price: $150.00 - $320.20

Emprex DSCA200Z is a powerfull digital camera entry level. With its 10 Mega pixels and 4x Digital zoom it promises you to give quality pictures that you need. The pictures are very clear. The shutter speed is awesome and you will get the picture very fast. The draw backs are, battery cover is not that good, the flash light is too intense but everything else so far working great

Features:

• 10 Mega pixels CCD sensor
• 3x Optical zoom
• 4x Digital zoom
• 2.5 inch Hi-Resolution LCD
• 15 scene modes/ 5 picture effects

Specifications

Emprex 7.0 Mega CCD Digital Still Camera
Online Retail Price: $107.00 - $145.20

Quality of picture it is giving. The pictures are very clear. The shutter speed is awesome and you will get the picture very fast. The draw backs are, battery cover is not that good, the flash light is too intense but everything else so far working great

Features:

• 7.0 Mega pixels CCD sensor
• 3x Optical zoom; 4x digital zoom
• 2.5 inch Hi-Resolution LCD
• 15 scene modes/ 4 picture effects

Specifications

A digital still camera, camcorder and webcam all encased in one sleek, light device. Get up to 10-megapixel resolution and 4X Digital Zoom, so you can capture moments that are sharp and highly-detailed every time. Or use PC-CAM 950 Slim as a sleek portable storage device to carry your documents anywhere you need to be. Now available in stylish black, silver or blue.

Creative PC-CAM 950 Slim has a slim and tiny form factor which measures only 92 (W) x 27 (D) x 57 (H) mm, and weighs just 87grams (without battery and SD card). With its sleek and stylish design, the PC-CAM 950 Slim is complete with a 5.0 Megapixel sensor and a 4X digital zoom. Users can even capture still images up to 10 Megapixel by interpolation. Previewing and playback of videos and photos are made enjoyable with the camera’s huge 2-inch LTPS (Low Temperature Poly Silicon) LCD screen. In addition, PC-CAM 950 Slim makes it easy to share video and images with family and friends by connecting the camera directly to the TV for playback. Being DirectPrint-compatible, users can also connect the PC-CAM 950 Slim directly to a DirectPrint-compatible printer via the bundled USB cable, all without a computer or any photo editing software and users can select the images that they want and print them instantly.

The camera can record unlimited duration of motion video with audio in VGA (640 x 480) resolutions for as long as the memory card can last. Memory capacity is expandable up to 1GB via its SD expansion slot.The PC-CAM 950 Slim also doubles-up as a web camera and produces video quality at 640 x 480 resolutions. It is compatible with Instant Messaging softwares. The camera can also be used as a portable storage device for files and images with its bundled USB cable for easy “drag-and-drop”? file transfers.

Minimum Requirements for PC: Microsoft Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, XP USB port Intel Pentium 200MHz or equivalent processor 64MB RAM (128MB recommended) 200 MB free disk space CD-ROM drive Color monitor with high color (16 bit) graphics Standard mouse and keyboard

Specifications

Minimum Requirements for PC: Microsoft Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, XP USB port Intel Pentium 200MHz or equivalent processor 64MB RAM (128MB recommended) 200 MB free disk space CD-ROM drive Color monitor with high color (16 bit) graphics Standard mouse and keyboard

Specifications

The DC E520 digital camera is aimed at young professionals on- the-go. The feature-packed DC E520 incorporates a 5 megapixel CCD, 3x optical zoom, high-resolution, large-oversized 2.5″ LTPS LCD screen, VGA movie recording and extra long battery life all in a thin 21mm package. On-the-go users will be pleased with the DC E520’s high resolution oversized 2.5″ LTPS LCD screen that yields precise and comfortable viewing of photos in high resolution. The DC E520 also features VGA movie recording at 30fps with AVI (MPEG4) format, which ensures high quality movie clips. A digital stabilizer function is also supported during recording. Attractively thin at 21mm, the DC E520 is designed with comfort and portability in mind. Aside from its brushed steel exterior, it features BenQ’s intuitive Easy-Dial User Interface, which allows users to choose without complication from various options. A high-capacity 1230mAh battery allows users to enjoy their trips without the pressure of constant recharging.

The camera is easy to operate, but suffers from a few annoying quirks. The power button must be held down for one second before the camera springs into life, which is a nuisance when you need to take a shot quickly. The shutter sound played through the speaker is useful to confirm when a picture has been taken, but the constant beeps for every button press are annoying. We would have liked audible confirmation for when the auto-focus has locked on to its subject, but none is given. Also absent is the ability to adjust shutter speed and aperture settings manually, although there are white balance, ISO speed and metering options plus various scene presets.

DC E610 adopts Pentax lens to ensure every detail can be perfectly presented in the photo. Moreover, with the 3D-rotating lens, BenQ DC E610 is able to perform zoom in & out at a faster speed. You no longer have to focus in advance in order to have crisp and clear images, providing users a more convenient, time-saving camera. Often worry about the recharge problem during your trip. DC E610 is designed with super long power so that you can be worry-free about power supply wherever you go. With high definition of VGA (640 x 480 pixels) with 30fps in movie mode, a camera is not only a camera but also a personal digital video recorder. DC E610 also supports the “Recording Pause” function during movie recording. BenQ DC E610 also comes with an Anti-Shake Function that allows you to take crystal clear shots in all types of condition. Capturing clears shots is so convenient and easy, even your toddler can take great photos with the E610. Pan Focus (PF) mode allows you to capture everything. It’s the sharpest and clearest in just fraction of a second. Instead of pressing half way down from the shutter to focus, DC E610 does that all for you. It’s simple, just aim, point and shoot.

The BenQ E610 digital camera has more features than the C610 model. This model features a 6.1 megapixel CCD sensor, 3x optical zoom, advanced smc PENTAX lens, and a beautiful 2.4-inch TFT LCD screen. The premium PENTAX lens gives the camera enhanced sharpness and color presentation. For both video and photo capture modes, the DC E610 has a nice shake-free option to reduce the effects of shakey hands. The video capture mode allows to you record 30 frames per second VGA.

BenQ DC E720 features a large 2.5″ LTPS screen and 7MP resolution with 3x optical zoom. The PASM function gives you full control & autonomy to decide how your image will come out. To ensure the best image quality, E720 is equipped with the top-tier smc Pentax lens that achieves 99.8% light penetration. BenQ’s Shake-Free mode helps you eliminate the chance of getting blurry photo. High ISO portrait mode enables you to take aesthetic photos under dim light environment. In a romantic restaurant, beautiful art gallery or a museum where flash cannot be used. Besides 640×480 high-resolution movie recording, E720 supports optical zoom in movie mode. Capture all the images you want! You can continuously shoot as many photos as you wish until the memory card is full.

The BenQ DC E720 supports VGA movie recording at 30fps with MPEG4 format and supports PictBridge function which provides direct printing via any PictBridge-enabled printer. In addition, the BenQ E720 digital compact camera is bundled with 9MB built-in memory and is Secure Digital card compatible. The BenQ DC E720’s 8 second shutter speed night scene mode function enables users to capture pictures with clearer and sharper details that disappear in general shutter speed.