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If the Canon PowerShot G10 digital camera is too expensive for you, then you might want to consider getting the PowerShot SX10 IS instead. Retailing for $100 less than the G10 (at $399), the PowerShot SX10 IS is also packed with powerful features highlighted by its zooming power which is almost like the zooming power of most entry-level DSLR cameras.

With its wide-angle (28mm - 560 mm) lens with 20x optical zoom, the PowerShot SX10 IS is certainly a keeper for advanced photo enthusiasts. It will enable users to take long-range shots without sacrificing image quality. In fact, they can capture facial expression clearly even if they are too far away from their subjects. Like the other recently announced Canon cameras, the PowerShot SX10 IS also features the DIGIC 4 image processor together with the Servo AF function, intelligent contrast correction, advanced face detection and motion detection technology, and face-detection self-timer.

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Canon’s Powershot G9 digital camera is one of Canon’s best point-and-shoot models. It’s the next best thing to the entry-level DSLR, the Canon EOS 400D, but it has been a long time since the Powershot G9 came out. Now is just about the right time that Canon come up with a new model - the Powershot G10. For this new model of the G-series digital camera line, Canon is featuring a three-tier functionality, namely DIGIC 4 image processor, 28mm Optical Image Stabilized lens and RAW mode.

Aside from these three major features, advanced photo enthusiasts will also be glad to know that the 14.7 megapixel Powershot G9 now has a 3-inch Pure Color LCD II screen, 5x optical zoom, and optical image stabilization. Its DIGIC 4 image processor function gives the Powershot G9 advanced face detection technology, advanced motion technology, face-detection self-timer, Servo Auto Focus and an Intelligent Contrast Correction function.

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Canon unveiled two camera models as additions to its Digital ELPH camera series, the PowerShot SD990 IS and SD880 IS. Boasting advanced features such as optical image stabilization and DIGIC 4 image processor, both cameras are geared for photo enthusiasts looking for a digital snapper that combines functionality and style.

The PowerShot SD990 IS packs a 14.7 megapixel resolution, 3.7x optical zoom with optical image stabilization and Canon’s latest Quick Shot Mode touting a faster shutter speed. In addition, this digital snapper also features Canon’s proprietary DIGIC 4 image processing technology which enables the camera to have an advanced face detection and advanced motion detection technology, face-detection self-timer, Servo AF, the Intelligent Contrast Correction feature and a 3-inch Pure Color LCD II. The SD990 IS will be available in black or silver design in an ultra-compact form factor. In addition the, Canon is also releasing a red limited edition of the SD990 IS in commemoration of the 100 millionth PowerShot camera manufactured by Canon.

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In what could be a revolutionary move into the digital camera market, Panasonic just introduced what is said to be the world’s first Micro Four Thirds system camera - the Lumix DMC-G1. The Micro Four Thirds System is a new standard in digital camera lens whereby the internal mirror structure of digital single-lens reflex camera or DSLR were eliminated. In other words this system enables our digital camera to have interchangeable lens much like our DSLRs without needing to attach any lens adapter. Hence, the Lumix DMC-G1 is still a digital camera in form factor with the capability of a DSLR in terms of shooting range minus the bulky form factor.

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Casio will soon be showering us with four new models from its EXILIM Zoom digital camera series as they have announced the release of the Exilim Zoom EX-Z300, EX-Z250, EX-285 and EX-Z19c. Casio is claiming that all four models are high-profile digital cameras and as such come with high-resolution CCD. True enough, the EX-Z300 comes with a 10.1-megapixel CCD sensor, while the other three all has 9.1-megapixel CCD sensors.

But aside from the cameras resolution, all four EXILIM models also boast of decent features that could possible convince you to buy anyone of them. For instance, both the EX-Z300 and EX-Z250 features Casio’s EXILIM Engine 3.0 which according to Casio produces beautiful image quality even when capturing night scenes. A notable feature of the EXILIM Engine 3.0 is the Makeup function where users can adjust various settings to enhance the subject’s face even before the users press on the shutter buttons. Other features of these two cameras include a 3-inch LCD screen, HD movie capture and playback and a 29mm wide angle lens with 4x optical zoom.

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Ricoh may not be the most successful digital camera brand but it still manages to come out with camera models that have enough features to spark some interest among digital photography enthusiasts. Take the case of its newly launched digital camera called the Ricoh R10. This ultra-compact point-and-shoot not only touts of a 10.1-megapixel CCD sensor but a 28mm lens with 7x optical zoom as well.

Aside from these the Ricoh R10 also features the Smooth Image Engine III processing technology, an above average ISO sensitivity of 80-1600, a 3-inch HVGA LCD screen, 54MB internal memory plus an SD/SDHC slot for storage expansion. In addition to capturing good quality still images, the R10 can also capture 640x480 pixel video at 30fps.

The Ricoh R10 seems to be a good successor to the previously released R8 digital camera. There will be three color variants of the R10 digital camera which will all be available in Japan on Sept 5, 2008 and it will have a retail price of around $439.

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Fujifilm’s F-series digital camera line also got a new family member with the introduction of the Finepix F60fd. Geared for photo enthusiasts of all levels, the F60fd feature Fujifilm’s SR Auto (Scene Recognition) mode which facilitates automatic identification of subjects, scenes and faces before adjusting exposure, focus, white balance and ISO to come up with clear and crisp photos.

Other features of this compact 12-megapixel point-and-shoot include a 1/1.6” Super CCD HR sensor, 3x optical zoom, and a 3-inch LCD. Its got dual image stabilization and face detection 3.0 technology with automatic red eye removal functionality. The F60fd can take photos from 5fps to 12fps, has 13 pre-programmed scene modes, can use ISO settings of up to 1600 at its 12MP resolution, or 3200 at 6MP or 6400 at 3MP. This goes without saying that this camera can take great quality photos even in a low-light environment. In addition, it supports xD/SD/SDHC media card for photo storage.

The Finepix F60fd is slated for a September 2008 release and will have a retail price of $299.95.

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Fujifilm has added the new J150w to its recently launched J-series digital camera line. This budget-friendly point-and-shoot features a compact metal chassis in matte black or brushed silver finish and with a thickness of just 22.6mm, users would certainly have no problem carrying this camera around.

The Finepix J150w boasts of noteable features including a 10-megapixel CCD sensor, a 3-inch LCD, 5x wide-angle optical zoom lens, face detection and automatic red eye removal. It also features various shooting parameters such as picture stabilization mode for anti-blur protection, 13 pre-programmed scene modes and a movie mode for capturing video clips at 30fps with sound. The camera’s ISO sensitivity can be set at up to 1600 at its full 10MP resolution or up to 3200 at 3MP resolution. For storage, the J150w takes SD/SDHC media card and is loaded with additional 24MB of internal memory.

Now for the most important information, the Finepix J150w will set you back $199.95. Certainly not a bad price for a decent 10-megapixel digital camera. The J150w will be available anytime this coming September.

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Samsung has unveiled four new digital cameras bearing the VLUU series name, and these are: NV100HD, NV9, L310W and L201. Although these models are available only in Korea for now, we’re hoping that some, if not all, of these cameras will hit the US sometime soon. Anyway, here’s a quick look on what these new models have in store for us digital photography enthusiasts.

First, we have the the 14.9-megapixel touting NV100HD with a 3.0-inch touchscreen LCD, a 28mm wide-angle and Schneider Lens with 3.6 optical and 5x digital zoom, a dual optical image stabilization feature, high ISO sensitivity of up to 3200, HDMI output for full HD viewing and face detection technology.

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For photography enthusiasts looking for a point-and-shoot that can provide a long-zoom feature, Panasonic’s new Lumix DMC-FZ28 might actually be the camera they are looking for. The DMC-FZ28 promises a 10.1 effective megapixel CCD sensor with image stabilization feature, a Leica branded 18x optical zoom lens that spans up to 27mm wide angle to a 486mm telephoto and a has a maximum aperture that ranges from f/2.8 to f/4.4. It also allows macro focusing up to one cm. at wide angle or one meter at Tele Macro mode. This camera also comes with a 2.7-inch LCD with display resolution of up to 230,000 dot, and a 0.2” electronic viewfinder.

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