Saturday, March 10, 2007

Pentax optio E10 Camera


Product Features
Pentax optio E10 Camera
PENTAX is a leader in easy-to-use digital photography, and the latest affordable Optio E10 offers entry-level compact digital with 6.0 megapixels and a 3X optical lens. Even novice digital photographers will enjoy the slim, lightweight body and the Simple mode selection dial. Add a high resolution 2.4 inch LCD, 10 MB of internal memory, travel-compatible AA battery power, high quality AVI Movie capture, and the Optio E10 makes a perfect digital choice.
  • Convenient Mode dial, intuitive controls and "Simple mode" combine for easy operation.
  • The 6.0 megapixel CCD and primary color filter achieve high-resolution images with vivid color.
  • Composition and focusing are made much simpler with the high-resolution 2.4 inch LCD monitor.
  • Get close and maintain image quality with a 3X optical zoom lens.
  • Ready to use right out of the box with 10MB internal memory and included AA batteries.
  • Extended movie captures high quality AVI (Motion JPEG Format) approx. 20 fps with sound.
Effective Pixels
6.0 megapixels.
Image Capture Device
1/2.5 inch interline transfer CCD with a primary color filter Total Pixels - 6.36 megapixels Color Depth - 12 bit x 3 colors Recorded Pixels - Still: 6M (2816x2112 pixels), 4M (2272x1704 pixels), 2M(1600x1200 pixels), 0.3M (640x480 pixels); Movie: 320x240
Focus System
TTL contrast detection autofocus system with AF assist lamp Autofocus - Multi-point AF & Infinity Landscape Mode Focusing Range - Auto Focus: Normal - 1.64 ft (0.5m) to Infinity; Wide Macro - 2.0 inches (0.05 m) to 1.31 ft (0.4 m) at 5.5mm; Tele Macro - 1.15 ft (0.35m) to 1.31 ft (0.4m) at 16.5mm
Lens
PENTAX power zoom Focal Length - 5.5mm - 16.5mm 35mm,Equivalent - 35mm - 114mm,Aperture Range - F2.8 -F4.8,Construction - 6 elements in 5 groups (2 aspherical elements),Optical Zoom - 3X Digital Zoom - 4X Combined - Approx. 12X
Exposure Control
Light Metering Method - TTL metering with choice of: Center-weighted & Spot meter Sensitivity - Auto, or User select ISO 64, 100, 200 Exposure Control Method - Program AE Exposure Modes - Mode dial: Simple, Program, Landscape, Night Scene, Portrait, Sport, Movie Exposure Compensation - +/-2 EV (1/3 steps) Shutter - Type: Programmed AE electronic lens shutter with CCD electronic shutter; Shutter Speed: Approx. 1/1000 - 2 seconds White Balance - White Balance Control: TTL Auto, Manual; Available Settings: Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten light, Fluorescent light Flash - Operation Modes: Auto, Flash-off, Flash-on, Red-eye reduction; Effective Range: Approx. 11 ft (3.4m) (5.5mm at Sensitivity 200); Approx. 6.6 ft (2m) (16.5mm at Sensitivity 200)
Shooting Specifications
Picture Modes - Portrait, Landscape, Night scene, Sport Digital Filter - Black & White, Sepia Drive Modes - Single-shot, Continuous, Auto bracket, Self-timer Movie Mode - Shooting Time: From approx. 1 sec. to memory card capacity
Time
Modes - dd/mm/yy, mm/dd/yy, yy/mm/dd
Image Storage
Storage Media - Approx 10MB built-in memory, SD memory card removable File Formats - Still: JPEG (Exif 2.2), DCF 1.1 (Design rule for Camera File system), DPOF 1.0(Digital Print Order Format), PRINT Image Matching III; Movie: AVI (Motion JPEG) approx. 20fps with sound
LCD/Viewfinder
Optical Viewfinder - N/A LCD Monitor - 2.4 inch, Low reflection TFT color LCD LCD Coverage - Approx. 100% LCD Resolution - Approx. 110,000 pixels
Playback Specifications
Playback Modes File - Single, Index- Nine image Magnification - 4X Playback Menu - Slideshow, Protect, DPOF, Resize, Quality Change, Image Copy Erase and Image Protect Modes - Single, All
PictBridge
One image printing, DPOF auto print
Language
English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Swedish, Dutch, Japanese, Chinese.
Interfaces
AV output terminal, USB terminal; Video Output - Compatible with NTSC and PAL formats (monaural sound)
Power Supply
Two AA Batteries (Alkaline or rechargeable NiMH), AC adaptor kit (optional); (allows approximately 300 shots with 2500mAh NiMH, 80 shots with Alkaline) According to CIPA-compliant testing (with LCD monitor on and flash used for 50% of the shots)
Physical Specifications
Operating Temperatures - 32 degrees to 104 degrees Fahrenheit (0 degrees to 40 degrees Celsius) Camera Casing - Plastic Dimensions (W x H x D) - 3.4 x 2.4 x 1.3 Inches (87 x 60 x 32mm) Weight - 4.6 oz. (130g) without battery and SD memory card, 6.3 oz. (180g) loaded and ready
Computer System Requirements
USB (Driver installment is required for Windows 98/98 SE) Mac Requirements - OS: Mac OS 9.2 or later with QuickTime 6.0, standard equipped USB port PC Requirements - OS: Windows 98, 98SE, Me, 2000, XP Home/Pro, standard equipped USB port Software: ACDSee for PENTAX Mac Requirements - OS: 9.2 (with the latest CarbonLib) or later with QuickTime 6.0 or later installed CPU: POWER Macintosh machines of 266MHz or later Memory capacity: Over 8MB Hard disk capacity: Over 6MB PC Requirements - OS: Windows 98 SE, Me, NT, 2000, and XP Home Edition/Professional CPU: Pentium or later Memory capacity: Over 64MB Hard disk capacity: Over 40MB

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Sony DSC S500 Digital Camera

Sony DSC S500 Digital Camera
Sony DSC S500 Digital Camera
A remarkable combination of value, simplicity and performance make the Sony® Cyber-shot® DSC-S500 a perfect choice for first-time digital photographers. The DSC-S500 combines 6.0 megapixel resolution with a quality 3X optical zoom lens design, terrific wide-angle shooting capability, 25 MB1 Internal Memory for capturing shots in-camera, and a bright 2.4" 2 LCD screen that allows you to check your shots and share results immediately.
Key Feature :
6.0 Megapixel Super HAD™ CCD
More megapixels give you more detail and definition when you make big prints or crop in tight on your subject. The Sony advanced Super HAD™ (Hole Accumulated Diode) CCD design allows more light to pass to each pixel, increasing sensitivity and reducing noise.
3X Optical/2X Digital Zoom
3X Optical Zoom helps the DSC-S500 bring distant subjects closer and lets you frame shots for better composition; the Sony precision 2X Digital Zoom provides an additional 2X magnification to zoom in close without jagged edges.
Capture Images In-Camera
With 25 MB2 Internal Memory, the DSC-S500 allows you to shoot without using a memory card -- then easily transfer your images to optional Memory Stick Duo™ media, upload photos to your computer or make prints on your digital printer.
Large 2.4" 1 LCD Screen
The DSC-S500 gives you a big, bright LCD screen for reading camera menus, composing shots, checking results and sharing your photos on location.
Convenient Photo Modes
To adjust quickly for specific shooting situations, the DSC-S500 lets you choose from several convenient photo modes: Auto, P-Auto, and Scene Selections for Twilight, Twilight Portrait, Landscape, Soft Snap, Candlelight, and Beach environments.Sony DSC S500 Digital Camera
QVGA Movie Mode
The DSC-S500 can capture 320 x 240 AVI audio/video clips at high frame rate (up to 30 frames per second), with length limited only by the capacity of your media.
Burst Mode
You can fire off three shots automatically at 1-second intervals (VGA standard mode) or 2-second intervals (6 MP mode) -- a great way to capture a child’s first steps or a pet’s best tricks.
Stamina® Battery Power
With optional Sony NiMH rechargeable batteries, you can capture up to an amazing 3502 shots -- shooting capacity that’s about the equivalent of 10 rolls of 35mm film. With supplied AA alkaline batteries, the DSC-S500 can capture up to 602 shots.
Memory Stick Duo™ Media Convenience
The DSC-S500 has a built-in slot for optional Memory Stick Duo™ media -- the compact, high-capacity storage media that are compatible with millions of devices worldwide.
Cyber-shot Viewer Software
Sony's new software that makes it easier to upload images from camera or Memory Stick Duo™ media -- then organize and browse through photos on your PC screen by simply scrolling through thumbnail images.

Sony DSC S500 Digital Camera
Hardware
LCD 2.4"2 (110K Pixels TFT LCD Screen)
Viewfinder N/A
Lens Construction 6 Elements in 5 Groups, 2 Aspheric Elements
Microphone/Speaker Yes/Yes
Lens Type Sony
Docking Station N/A
General
Recording Media 25MB1 internal Flash Memory, optional Memory Stick® DUO Media, optional Memory Stick DUO PRO™ Media
Imaging Device 1/2.5" Super HAD™ CCD
Megapixel 6.0 MP
Optics/Lens
Total Zoom 6X
Optical Zoom 3X
Digital Zoom 0-2.0X (Precision)
Smart Zoom® Technology Up to 4.1X (3MP), 5.1X (2MP), 13X (VGA Resolution)3
35mm Equivalent 32-96mm
Aperture f2.8-5.6(W), f4.8-9.7 (T)
EV Compensation ±2.0 EV, 1/3 EV Steps
Focal Distance Normal Minimum: 19 3/4" (50cm)
Focal Length 5.4 – 16.2 mm
Focus Center Weighted AF
ISO Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400
Shutter Speed 1/8-1/2000 sec. (Auto); 1-1/2000 sec. (Program Auto)
Filter Diameter N/A
Macro Mode Auto Macro
Minimum Focus Distance 2" (5 cm)
Convenience
Burst Mode 3 Shot at 2.0 fps (6MP JPEG fine), 3 Shot VGA at 1.0 fps (JPEG std.)
Date/Time Stamp No/ No
Erase/Protect Yes/ Yes
Media/Battery Indicator Yes/ Yes
Memory Stick PRO™ Media Compatibility Tested to support up to 4GB Memory Stick DUO PRO™ media capacity; does not support Access Control security function
Movie Mode(s) Presentation (AVI 320 x 240, 30FPS)
Color Mode(s) N/A
Power Save Mode Yes (after approx. 3 min. of inactivity)
Red-Eye Reduction Yes (On/Off)
Scene Mode(s) Beach, Candle, Landscape, Soft Snap, Twilight, Twilight Portrait
Self Timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Off)
Still Image Mode(s) Burst, JPEG (Fine/Standard)
White Balance Automatic, Cloudy, Daylight, Fluorescent, Incandescent
Inputs and Outputs
Accessory Terminal N/A
Audio/Video Output(s) Yes
Input(s) N/A
USB Port(s) Yes (Supports USB 2.06)
Operating Conditions
Flash Effective Range ISO Auto: 19" to 8.2' (0.5-2.5 m)
Flash Mode(s) Auto, Forced, Off, Slow Synchro
Video
Hybrid Record Mode N/A
Power
Battery Capacity N/A
Battery Type "AA" NiMH, "AA" Alkaline
Software
Operating System Compatibility Microsoft® 2000 Professional, Me, XP Home and Professional; Macintosh® OS 9.1/9.2/OS X (10.0-10.4)
Supplied Software Cyber-shot® Viewer Vers 1.0 + USB Driver, (Windows®)
Convenience Features
Real Imaging Processor Technology N/A
PictBridge Compatible Yes

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Casio EX-S600 Digital Camera


Casio EX-S600 Digital Camera


Product Features

Casio EX-S600 Digital Camera
Everything you could expect from a compact digital camera packed in a true card configuration. More than a camera you take along with you, the EX-S600 is a high-performance digital camera that quickly becomes an integral part of your daily life. A new monitor screen delivers a view of your images that is twice as bright as previous models.
The high-quality MPEG-4 movie capabilities of the EX-S600 totally revolutionize the level of movie recording you can expect from your digital camera. And thanks to the go-anywhere card-size design of the EX-S600, it's always on hand to record movies as easily as snapshots. A new Movie Stabilizer feature helps to make movie recording easier than ever before!
The EX-S600 carries on the tradition of fine EXILIM CARD styling in a choice of four colors. The pyramid configuration of the top edge of the camera helps to facilitate shutter operation, while dedicated buttons provide direct, mode-less access to snapshot and movie recording. Everything about the EX-S600 is designed and engineered for to make digital imaging simpler and more enjoyable.
Key Features

* Movie Recording: The powerful movie feature of the EX-S600 records clear, smooth VGA size (640 x 480 pixels) movie images at 30 frames per second. The EX-S600 makes high-quality movie recording as easy as snapshots, for a totally new digital imaging experience. The EX-S600 slips easily into your pocket or purse which means it is always on hand for quick and easy movie recording no matter where you might happen to be!
Now you can record both the sights and sounds of parties, get togethers with your friends, your kids, or your pets. Movie images along with sound capture the mood of the moment like no snapshot ever can. An optionally available 1 GB SD memory card provides enough storage (Normal resolution) for about 60 minutes of movie recording.In addition to viewing movies on the camera's big 2.2" monitor screen, you can also connect to a TV for big screen viewing fun. Or your can connect to a DVD recorder and build an entire library of movies featuring your friends, your family, and of course, you!
* Snapshots: The Anti Shake DSP uses high ISO1600 sensitivity plus a faster shutter speed to minimize image blur due to hand movement of subject movement. (Anti Shake can be turned from the menu or by selecting the Anti Shake BEST SHOT sample scene.)
A high-performance CCD, a new EXILIM engine, and 6 million pixels of resolution produce beautifully detailed images. A 3-segment telescoping 3X optical zoom lens provides plenty of resolution in a thin design. Optical zoom in combination with 4X digital zoom delivers up to 12X total zoom. When you press the shutter button all the way without pausing, Quick Shutter focuses the image virtually immediately. This lets you capture fast-moving action, and also eliminates the chance of focus error when you ask someone else to record an image for you.
* High Brightness monitor Screen: The monitor screen automatically adjusts it brightness in accordance with current lighting conditions. Brightness can also be set manually, and the "Bright" setting provides brightness that is approximately twice that of past models. This setting makes it easier to view monitor screen contents outdoors under bright sunlight.
* Super Fast Operation: The amazing speed of the new EX-S600 helps to ensure it is always ready to capture those special moments whenever you are. Even though it is equipped with an optical zoom lens, the EX-S600 starts up in just 1.0 seconds1 and has a release time lag of only 0.007 second.2
* Cradle based charging and image transfer: The special cradle that comes bundled with the camera lets you mount the camera with its monitor screen facing towards you. The cradle provides simple charging of the camera's battery and automates transfer of images between the camera and a computer. A built-in Photo Stand feature provides automatic playback of movies and snapshots.
* Cropping Feature: The cropping feature makes it possible to trim away parts of an image you do not need. Thanks the to the 6-megapixel resolution of the EX-S600, even the trimmed image is crisp, clear, and detailed.
* Selectable startup image: The camera can be configured so it automatically displays a particular image whenever it is turned on. The startup image can be any snapshot or movie. You can also configure an ending image that is displayed whenever you turn off the camera

Casio EX-S600 Digital Camera
Imaging element 1/2.5-inch square pixel color CCD

(total pixels: 6.18 million, effective pixels: 6.00 million)
Image File Format Snapshots: JPEG (Exif Ver.2.2), DCF1.0 standard, DPOF compliant

Movies: AVI (MPEG-4)

Audio: WAV
Recording Media 8.3MB Built-in flash memory, SD Memory Card, Multimedia Card
Image Size (Pixels) Snapshots:2816×2112, 2816×1872 (3:2), 2304×1728, 2048×1536, 1600×1200, 640×480

Movies: 640×480 (HQ), 640×480 (Normal), 320×240 (LP)
Lens/Focal Distance F2.7(W) to 5.2(T), f=6.2(W) to 18.6(T)mm

(equivalent to approximately 38 to 114mm for 35mm film),

6 lenses in 5 groups, with aspherical lens
Zoom 3X optical zoom, 4X digital zoom (12X in combination with optical zoom)
Focusing Contrast Detection Auto Focus,

Focus Modes: Auto Focus, Macro mode, Pan Focus, Infinity mode,

manual focus

AF Area: spot, multi; AF Assist Light
Exposure Control Light metering: Multi-pattern, center-weighted, spot by CCD

Exposure: Program AE

Exposure Compensation: -2EV~+2EV (1/3EV steps)
Shutter CCD electronic shutter, mechanical shutter,

Snapshot mode (auto): 1/8 to 1/2000 second.

Night Scene: 4 to 1/2000 second

Depends on recording mode and ISO sensitivity.
Aperture F2.7/F4.3, auto switching

Using optical zoom causes the aperture to change
White balance Auto WB/ fixed (6 modes) / manual switching
Sensitivity Snapshots: Auto /ISO50/ISO100/ISO200/ISO400, Movies: Auto

Max ISO sensitivity is 1600 when taking pictures using Best Shot “Anti Shake”or “High Sensitivity”modes
Recording Functions Snapshot, audio snapshot (Maximum Audio: approximately 30 seconds); macro; self-timer; continuous shutter; BEST SHOT; flash assist; movie; voice recording
Self-timer 10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer
Built-in Flash Flash Modes: Auto Flash, On, Off, Red eye reduction

Flash Range: 0.4 to 2.8 meters(W); 0.4 to 1.4 meters(T)
Viewfinder Monitor screen
Monitor 2.2-inch TFT color LCD, 84,960 pixels (354×240)
Timekeeping Functions Date and time: Recorded with image data; Auto Calendar: To 2049

World Time: 162 cities in 32 time zones, City, Date, Time, summer time
Input/Output Terminals Cradle connector
USB USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed) compatible
Microphone Monaural
Speaker Monaural
Power Requirements Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-20)
Battery life Approx. 300 snapshots (CIPA Standards)

Continuous shooting: approx. 680 snapshots (approx 2 hr. 50 min.)

LCD monitor ON, Flash disabled, alternating between wide-zoom and telephoto-zoom every 15 seconds

Continuous playback: approx 4hr. 40 min. (snapshots)

Continuous recording: approx 1hr. 50 min. (movie)

Continuous recording: approx 5 hr. 30 min. (voice recording)
Dimensions 90(W) x 59(H) x 16.1(D)mm

(excluding projections, 13.7mm at thinnest part)
Weight Approximately 115g (excluding battery and accessories)
Accessories Rechargeable lithium ion battery, USB cradle, AC power cord, USB cable, AV Cable, Strap, CD-ROM, Basic Reference


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Key Features

* Capacity: 1GB
* Dimensions: 0.94" x 1.25" x 0.08" (24mm x 32mm x 2.1mm)
* Speed Rating: Up to 5MB/sec. read rate, Up to 1.5MB/sec. write rate
* Operating Temperature: -13º F to 185º F (-25º C to 85 º C)
* Storage Temperature: -40º F to 185º F (-40º C to 85º C)
* Voltage: 3.3v
* Compliant: with the SD Card Association card specification
* Small: about the size of a postage stamp (24mm x 32mm x 2.1mm)
* Secure: built-in write-protect switch prevents accidental data loss
* Simple: as easy as plug-and-play
* Economical: low power consumption is easy on device's batteries
* Storage Capacity: 3MP Images(Number of Pictures)- 904, MP3 Songs(assumes 4 minute songs at 128 Kb/sec. AAC encoding)- 190, WMA Songs(Approximate; assumes 4 minute songs at 64 Kb/sec. WMA encoding)- 190

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