Let’s cut straight to the chase with the Leica V-Lux 1: the quality of the workmanship and the sophisticated design of the camera are unquestionable. So too are the speed of the lens and its considerable 35-420mm focal range. But, at the end of the day, this unit isn’t without its faults: it’s quite expensive for a digital compact especially considering its equivalent competition... View Press Release

Olympus Imaging Corporation (President: Masaharu Okubo) has today announced the Olympus ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm f4.0-5.6.  The super-wide-angle zoom lens fully compliant with the Four Thirds System standard for digital SLR cameras is scheduled for release by the end of 2008. Based on the Four Thirds System standard, Olympus ZUIKO Digital lenses are built upon a digital-dedicated... View Press Release

Olympus Imaging Corporation (President: Masaharu Okubo) has today announced the launch of the E-520, the latest addition to the Olympus E-System of digital SLR cameras. With a built-in sensor shift image stabilisation mechanism functional at up to 33x* when used with Olympus ZUIKO digital lenses, the E-520 is scheduled for release in Australia in June, 2008. Pricing is yet to be announced... View Press Release

Mention the name Leica to a photographer and you are sure to get a reaction. Leica is synonymous with cameras and lenses of uncompromising quality. The Leica M8 is the latest member of Leica’s M-series range finder cameras, taking the M-series from film to digital photography. With the same classic, minimalist styling of the Leica’s M7 film camera, the M8 is not only a well thought out digital camera, but a design icon. Mention the name Leica to a photographer... View Press Release

For those wanting the features and functions of a Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) without the accompanying price tag, the SP-570UZ is definitely an option for you. With 10mp, a finely crafted 20x wide angle optical zoom lens and the ability for full manual control, this camera outputs high quality images that are sure to please the user. Built-in technologies including bright capture, face detection... View Press Release

Kodak have announced a second  new compact digital camera with the EasyShare C713. The new camera features an 7MP capture for prints up to 20 x 30 inches, a 3x optical zoom lens, a bright 2.4 inch LCD display and digital image stabilization. The camera also supports an ISO speed up to 1250... View Press Release

Kodak have announced a new model compact digital camera in the EasyShare C813. The new camera features an 8.2MP capture for prints up to 30 x 40 inches, a 3x optical zoom lens, a bright 2.4 inch LCD display and digital image stabilization. The camera also sports an ISO up to 1250 along with HD still capture and 16 scene options to cover almost every photographic situation... View Press Release

Kodak continues to receive industry accolades for its new product offerings, receiving two Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) awards. TIPA named the new Kodak Adaptive Picture Exchange (APEX) as the Best Retail Finishing System in Europe, and Kodak’s new improved black-and-white film, Kodak Professional T-MAX 400 Film as the Best Film in Europe as voted by TIPA members... View Press Release

After testing the Kodak EasyShare V1073, three words immediately spring to mind: value for money. This compact touch-screen-operated camera priced at rrp $399 offers the user an array of features for that price: 10 megapixels, a 3 inch (7.6cm) LCD screen, High Definition video record, 22 scene modes, 3 x optical zoom, 5 x digital zoom and smart capture mode – perfect for point-and-shoot operation with great results. The 100 percent glass... View Press Release

Slightly larger than a pack of cards, the Olympus Tough 1030SW feels reassuringly solid. With a stainless steel case, it is designed to be water resistant up to a depth of ten meters and survive being dropped from two meters, crushed by 100 kg or even frozen in temperatures down to -10° centigrade. This camera can be used almost anywhere. The camera is very responsive with start-up time almost instantaneous. Similarly, there is no apparent shutter lag... View Press Release

Epson has continued its ongoing success at the European Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) Awards with two of its pioneering products named 'best in class' in 2008 by Europe's largest imaging press association. Epson's Stylus Photo R1900 A3 photo printer was named 'Best expert photo printer in Europe 2008', and its flagship wide-format photo printer, the Stylus Pro 11880... View Press Release

Epson has appointed Romano Bacci as Business Manager for its Large Format Printer business, to maximise opportunities within its existing businesses and to assist with the development of new market segments. "Our large format printer business is growing rapidly and with the release of Epson's first durable graphics printer, the Stylus Pro GS6000, for the sign and display markets we are expecting this rapid growth to continue... View Press Release

Epson Toyocom Corporation ("Epson Toyocom"), the leader in crystal devices, attained Zero Emissions Level 1 (*1), or 100% recycling, at seven additional sites around the world by March 2008, thus bringing the total number of certified sites to twelve. Since its creation by merger in October 2005, Epson Toyocom has sought to recycle 100% of the emissions generated... View Press Release

Kodak USA have announced a inkjet printer, with the KODAK ESP 5 All-in-One (AiO) Printer. The newest device in Kodak’s consumer inkjet printer portfolio offers the latest in design and performance, providing a high-quality, easy-to-use printing system at a significant value. It leverages Kodak’s premium, low-cost ink that allow consumers to print more photos and documents for their money... View Press Release

Olympus have released new firmware updates for five of their digital camera range. The models receiving the updates are µ1030SW, µ1020, µ1010, µ850SW and the µ840. The update is not major and only addresses the video capablity of the cameras. For those who do use the camera to capture clips the new firmware will allow capture... View Press Release