PRODUCT TRENDS An SLR
PRODUCT TRENDS An SLR camera with Face recognition system by Panasonic Among the new items being displayed by Panasonic at the IFA in the photographic field are the Lumix DMC-FZ18, a compact eight megapixel camera with a focal length of between 28 and 504 millimetres, and the Lumix models DMC-FX55 and FX33, also with eight megapixels, 28 to 100 millimetre wide-angle zoom and measuring just 95 by 57 by 23 millimetres. New JVC Micro-System Enhances CD Conversion The digital SLR camera Lumix DMC-L10 is aimed at the more demanding photographer. Its outstanding features include a new 10.1 megapixel live MOS sensor, an LCD monitor with 6.35 centimetre diagonals and real-time live picture, that can be swivelled both horizontally and vertically, an ultrasound dust protection system and the fast and highly efficient Venus Engine III image processor to provide a picture quality suitable for the Leica lenses. Combined with the handy new wide angle tele-zoom, the “Leica D Vario-Elmar 3.8-5.6/14-50 mm”, corresponding to a small camera focal length of between 28 and 100 millimetres, is supplied in the kit with the designation “DMC-L10K”. According to the manufacturer the DMC-L10 is the first SLR Camera to be equipped with a face recognition system. This can register human faces, enabling it to concentrate on them when setting the range and exposure. Hall 5.2 Beyond The Click Kodak expands the post capture experience with new suite of HD products Eastman Kodak Company has unveiled a raft of new products aimed at giving consumers even more opportunities to see their pictures differently and do more with them. With this new range, Kodak is delivering an easy solution for consumers to capture and display High Definition (HD) pictures on vibrant wide-screen HDTVs and digital picture frames, making the viewing and sharing of images in the home more seamless and enjoyable than ever before. Harnessing the latest digital technology, Kodak has developed three new digital cameras with HD still and video capabilities, the Kodak Easyshare V1233, V1253 and Z812 IS models and the intuitive Kodak Easyshare HDTV dock which will enable consumers to display HD images on an HD television. The phenomenal growth of photo sharing services, such as Kodak Gallery, social networking sites and instant messenger applications has created a massive appetite for displaying photography. Combined with this, the emergence of trends such as citizen photography has prompted consumers to look for other avenues to display their pictures and videos. With the introduction of HD to its digital capture and display devices, Kodak is enabling people to display personal photos and videos with incredible image clarity and JVC launch a new micro component system featuring K2 technology, oblique cone speakers and a built in memory with USB Host and iPod connection at IFA. The UX-DM8 debuts alongside the UX-DM9DB and additionally comes with a DAB tuner. The UX-DM8 and UX-DM9DB serve as a hub to organise music files from external sources and also upgrades the quality of digital audio. K2 Technology uses JVC’s own algorithms to store high frequency signals usually lost in the CD conversion process. The systems are compatible with DVD-R/-RW with MP3/WMA/ WAV files. The 1GB built-in memory and USB port operate at 8x copy speed from a variety of sources. The Aux input on the front panel lets you connect to a variety of devices and offers a portable link for fast connection. The 1GB capacity allows the transfer of music to and from CDs, iPods and USB players without a PC. The speakers are an original JVC design featuring a new rigid and lightweight hybrid cone. The Oblique Cone deliver a natural sound with natural high frequency reproduction. Hall 5.2, Stand 104 sharpness anywhere in the home – whether on HDTVs or digital picture frames. “At Kodak, we see that consumers are embracing the photography experience, capturing, sharing and displaying, like never before. From printing to personalizing gifts to sharing pictures and videos online, consumers are increasingly inventive with their images and the growth of digital media has fed a sense of pride in our photography – we want to show it off,” said John O’Grady, Kodak’s General Manager, European, African & Middle Eastern Region. “The products announced today represent an important step in helping progress how images can be taken, viewed and shared, and Kodak is dedicated to supporting innovation that will continue to bring intelligent, easy-to-use HD solutions to the market. The Kodak Easyshare will be available from September 2007 and the Kodak Easyshare HDTV Dock will be available from October 2007.” Outdoor exhibition Space - 2041 IFA International • Monday, 3 rd September 2007 17
