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T-100 is perhaps the most affordable point-and-shoot digital camera from Olympus that has hit the market for some time now. At $89.99, this 12.0 MP camera is already way above its competition in the same price range with its 3x zoom feature.

Camera Design

Olympus T-100 is actually smaller than most point-and-shoot digital cameras. Its height, width and depth are 2.4, 3.7 and 0.9 inches, respectively. However, the camera still weighs as much as the others at 4.3 ounces (with battery removed). T-100’s lens can cover a field of view between 35 to 108 mm. The camera is available in red, silver, blue and black.

Features and Control

Just like ordinary point-and-shoot digital cameras, the power button as well as the shutter of T-100 is both located on the top rim of the digital camera. All the other controls as arranged on the right side of the camera’s display. Examples of such controls are the “zoom rocker” and the “play” button used to view captured images and videos. And of course, there’s the standard 4-button controller primarily used to navigate through the camera settings and features.

Compared to more expensive cameras, the LCD of T-100 is significantly smaller and lower in resolution (only 112, 320 dots). The low resolution of the LCD makes it quite difficult to be used under “direct sunlight”, regardless of the LCD’s brightness settings. However, the good thing about this camera is that its LCD has an “always-on” overlay of the different features and functions that can be used and controlled while shooting. Thus, the user can readily change exposure, ISO level, white balance and even the resolution of the picture!

Overall Performance

Unfortunately, the camera is very slow both in taking the pictures and in adjusting the settings. It takes 4.4 seconds to capture and process an image and then another 3.8 seconds to be ready for another capture. The massive delay is probably partially caused by the 1.1-second lag experienced by the shutter each time it is triggered. Cameras requiring more than 2 seconds booting and capturing images are already considered slow; well, so much more in Olympus T-100.

But for the price, one can still say that this camera is a good buy although some other cameras, which are just a little bit more expensive, might still prove to be better alternatives.

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It is almost unbelievable how Polaroid is able to manufacture a top-notch camera that has most of the features that one can only expect from an expensive model. Polaroid CIA-1237RC falls in the mid-range price category and yet it can be easily mistaken as a fairly costly digital camera by its physical appearance alone — so much more when one has already known of its sophisticated functions.

One of the most imposing features of CIA-1237RC is its auto-stabilization function which helps users do away from blurred and fuzzy shots due to mechanical tremor. This digital camera also has a “face-following” feature that allows the user to lock to a specific subject even while this subject is moving or is in the middle of a crowd.

Once the subject is caught smiling, the camera automatically takes the picture even without the user ever pressing the shutter button. Well, if these two features still cannot impress you, what do you think of an anti-red-eye feature? Sounds too good to be true for a mid-range camera? Not with Polaroid CIA-1237RC!

The camera also also equipped with a 3x optical zoom feature and if that is not enough, you can even go further by using its 4x digital zoom function. Capturing distant shots will not be much of a problem too because the camera also has a 2.7-inch LCD screen that would allow you to position your shots more precisely. Moreover, CIA-1237RC has a 32-MB internal storage capacity which can be expanded via SD or SDHC cards.

The camera runs using 2 AA batteries which can be charged using a USB cord that comes along the package.CIA-1237RC is also bundled to a software utility called Polaroid PoGo; this utility will help you sort, edit and share your photos effortlessly. It can also connect to the internet for faster sharing to any of your social networking sites.

However, if there is anything that is worth complaining about this camera, it is the complexity of some of its functions. An average user might need to spend some time to be able to really understand how these features work. The batteries are also easily depleted so users are advised to bring a lot of spare batteries with them. But beyond all these, CIA-1237RC is truly a must-have.

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The new flagship of the EOS Rebel line, Canon EOS Rebel T2i brings professional EOS features into an easy to use, lightweight digital SLR that’s a joy to use. Featuring a class-leading 18.0 Megapixel CMOS Image Sensor and increased light sensitivity for low light photography, the EOS Rebel T2i also has an advanced HD Movie mode for gorgeous Full HD movies. Able to capture up to 3.7 frames per second, it’s ready to go the minute it’s picked up. Advanced Live View, a new wide-area screen, plus fea

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There are three things about a digital camera that never fails to attract consumers: (1) A fairly wide digital display, (2) AA batteries as power source and (3) the Brand name. If you are making a checklist of this three, then you will surely pick Nikon Coolpix L22. This camera has a 3-inch LCD, powered by two AA batteries and of course, it comes from one of the leading camera manufacturers in the world, Nikon.

However, despite being attractive to a lot of consumers, a closer look will surely make a wise buyer think twice. Even though the camera is light (even with batteries loaded), the user will definitely be frustrated over the limited features that this camera have; couple this frustration with the built-in mediocre-quality lens and you get nothing but a camera that can be easily considered least among many of its counterparts.

Nevertheless, this camera is a good enough entry-level point-and-shoot. It may not produce outstanding pictures and it may even compromise happy moments when there is not enough light but it can still capture descent shots especially when used outdoors under bright sunlight. In addition, Coolpix L22 can also be powered using alkaline lithium-ion cells or NiMHs which are both long-lasting and rechargable. The battery compartment of the camera can be opened and closed using the attached latch. With either batteries loaded, the camera feels more sturdy.

Coolpix L22 might prove to be a disappointment to users who look to Nikon when it comes to digital cameras. Unfortunately, its low-quality lens seem to make the edges of the picture a bit softer than that of the center. This problem is even exacerbated when you will use its 3.6x optical zoom feature. Using its 4x digital zoom feature is even worse. When using zoom functions, users can easily ruin their shots if they are not paying enough attention to the display.

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