HP introduced the Photosmart R725 Digital Camera. It is an ultra-compact camera with a sleek design. Featuring a 2 inch Image display and a robust 6.2 megapixel sensor and a 3X optical zoom, the camera fills the role of a purse camera. The HP Photosmart R725 Digital Camera is due to be released in April of 2006.

Overview

Take stunning 6.2-megapixel photos with the elegant HP Photosmart R725 Digital Camera. This ultra-compact digital camera features a bright, indoor and outdoor 2-inch image display and sturdy all metal body, while being thin enough to slip in your pocket. With the latest generation of HP Real Life technologies, including new features such as automatic in-camera red-eye removal and HP Design Gallery, users can easily take brilliant digital photos perfect for printing and sharing.
Key Features and Benefits
• 6.2-megapixels for incredible resolution for beautiful prints and enlargements up to poster size
• Internal HP Precision 24x total zoom, 3x optical, 8x digital
• 2-inch LCD for framing and viewing photos and menus – indoors or out
• On-camera button to easily order and share photos on Snapfish using HP Photosmart Express (1)
• Features an elegant, thin all-metal design to fit easily in a pocket or purse
Additional Features
• HP Real Life technologies help take the guesswork out of digital photography and make it easy to produce great photos that are crisp, realistic and true-to-life. HP Real Life technologies include:
o NEW: Automatic In-camera red-eye removal to remove red-eye while images are still in the camera
o NEW: HP Design Gallery adds artistic effects and borders right in the camera-– includes slimming feature for your best possible photos—no PC or software required.
o Improved Image Advice now provides real-time feedback to users on how to improve a specific picture the next time it is captured—like having a professional photographer with you at all times!
o In-camera panorama stitching allows the user to align, capture and review a panorama image on the camera and stitch up to 5 photos together to save as one image for easy printing without downloading to a computer
o High-quality VGA video with audio shoots at 24 frames per second and offers the ability to save still shots for printing
• HP Photosmart Express makes sharing, printing and saving digital photos easy – users simply take a photo and select its destination right on the back
of the camera – up to 34 destinations, including e-mail addresses, online albums, and printers
• New HP Photosmart Software allows users to edit, organize, print, share and archive digital photos
• Optional 6221 HP Photosmart Premium Camera Dock lets users easily view photos on TV, transfer photos to the PC, print and recharge in-camera batteries, plus a spare set. Wireless capabilities are enabled by purchasing the HP Photosmart 6222 Wireless Dock Base (2)
Technical Specifications
• 6.2-megapixel resolution
• 3x optical zoom, 8x digital zoom
• Dimensions/Weight
o 93mm (W) x 23mm (D) x 61mm (H)
o 130 grams without battery
• PictBridge support
• JPEG (Exif 2.2)
• Support/Connectivity
o USB Connectivity
o USB-compatible PC with Microsoft Windows® XP, x64, 2000, Me, 98SE, or 98, Intel® Pentium® II, Celeron® or compatible CPU, Internet Explorer 5.01SP2 or later
o USB-compatible Macintosh computer with Mac OS v10.2.8, v10.3, v10.4
• HP offers a comprehensive support package for the HP Photosmart R725 Digital Camera that includes one-year of phone support as well as real-time chat and email support beyond the warranty as part of its HP Total Care portfolio of services.
Pricing and Availability
Estimated U.S. street price is TBD
Expected to be available for purchase April 2006 in North America and Europe.
(1) On-camera Snapfish feature available in UK and US only.
(2) Not included; please purchase separately.

HP introduced today the Photosmart M525 Digital Camera. Projected for an April 2006 release, this 6 megapixel camera is a midrange consumer solution. Featuring 3X optical zoom, HP’s new design gallery, and well placed buttons this camera is positioned to be a favorite for the casual photographer.

Overview
Get impressive 6-megapixel photos with the easy-to-use HP Photosmart M525 Digital Camera. This digital camera has 21x total zoom - 3x optical, 7x digital - and features the latest generation of HP Real Life technologies. With a new feature called HP Design Gallery, users can easily take brilliant digital photos. Intuitive button design allows for quick, one-handed shots, in addition to one-button ordering, printing and sharing of photos with Photosmart Express. (1)
Key Features and Benefits
• 6-megapixels for impressive resolution for beautiful prints and enlargements up to poster-size
• HP Precision 3x optical lens and 7x digital zoom for 21x total zoom
• 1.7-inch image display, intuitive button layout and overall compact stylish design allow for easy one-handed shots
• 16 MB internal memory allows users to store photos in the camera
• On-camera button to easily order and share photos on Snapfish using HP Photosmart Express (1)
• Extra storage capacity available with optional SD card (2)
• HP Photosmart Software is a complete, easy-to-use software solution for editing, organizing, printing and sharing digital photos
Additional Features
• HP Real Life technologies help take the guesswork out of digital photography and make it easy to produce great photos that are crisp, realistic and true-to-life. HP Real Life technologies include:
o NEW: HP Design Gallery adds artistic effects and borders right in the camera
o In-camera red-eye removal to remove red-eye while images are still in the camera
• HP Photosmart Express makes sharing, printing and saving digital photos easy – users simply take a photo and select its destination right on the back of the camera – up to 34 destinations, including e-mail addresses, online albums, printers and Snapfish
o When the digital camera is later connected to a computer or the optional camera dock, (2) the selected photos are automatically printed and/or e-mailed without burdening the recipient with large file attachments
o E-mail recipients see thumbnails of the images right in the body of their e-mail message, as well as a link to the web page where they can very easily view, print and save the photos, and upload them to online albums
• Optional HP Photosmart 6221 Digital Camera Dock lets users easily save, view, print and share photos on a PC, Snapfish and TV, and recharge in-camera batteries. Add wireless capabilities by purchasing the HP Photosmart 6222 Wireless Dock Base to share your photos via a wireless home network. (2)
Technical Specifications
• 6-megapixel resolution
• 3x optical zoom, 7x digital zoom
• Dimensions/Weight
o 95mm (w) x 31mm (h) x 62mm (d)
o 139 grams without battery
• Support/Connectivity
o USB Connectivity
o USB-compatible PC with Microsoft Windows® XP, x64, 2000, Me, 98SE, or 98, Intel® Pentium® II, Celeron® or compatible CPU, Internet Explorer 5.01SP2 or later
o USB-compatible Macintosh computer with Mac OS v10.2.8, v10.3, v10.4
• HP offers a comprehensive support package for the HP Photosmart M525 Digital Camera that includes 90-days of phone support as well as real-time chat and email support beyond the warranty as part of its HP Total Care portfolio of services.
Pricing and Availability
Estimated U.S. street price is TBD
Expected to be available for purchase April 2006 in North America.

HP has announced the Photosmart E327 Digital Camera is due to come out in March. The camera will work with the Photosmart software package and has a 4X (Digital Only) Zoom and a 5 Megapixel resolution.

Overview

Capture exceptional photos with the easy-to-use, point-and-shoot 5-megapixel HP Photosmart E327 Digital Camera. Users can view shots on this stylishly designed 1.8-inch image display screen, email photos without attachments with HP Photosmart Share and make beautiful prints and enlargements up to 8 x 10-inches.
Key Features and Benefits
• 5-megapixels for beautiful prints and enlargements up to poster size
• 1.8-inch image display and intuitive button layout allows for easy one-handed shots
• Compact design with positive on /off slide lens cover
• Shoot video clips with audio
• Increase storage capacity with optional SD cards (1)
• HP Photosmart Software is a complete, easy-to-use software solution for editing, organizing, printing and sharing digital photos
• 16 MB internal memory allows users to store photos in the camera
Technical Specifications
• 5-megapixel resolution
• 4x digital zoom
• Dimensions/Weight
o 99.5mm (w) x 31.8mm (d) x 52.0mm (h)
o 1.08 grams without battery
• PictBridge support
• Exif 2.2 support
• Support/Connectivity
o USB Connectivity
o USB-compatible PC with Microsoft Windows® XP, x64, 2000, Me, 98SE, or 98, Intel® Pentium® II, Celeron® or compatible CPU, Internet Explorer 5.01SP2 or later
o USB-compatible Macintosh computer with Mac OS v10.2.8, v10.3, v10.4
• HP offers a comprehensive support package for the HP Photosmart E327 Digital Camera that includes 90 days of phone support as well as real-time chat and email support beyond the warranty as part of its HP Total Care portfolio of services.
Pricing and Availability
Estimated U.S. street price is TBD
Expected to be available for purchase March 2006 in North America.

The Canon EOS Digital Rebel XT / 350D is an 8 megapixel digital SLR that is one of the lightest cameras in it’s class. Photography Review’s Laurence Chen has this review on the Rebel.

The Rebel XT is a solid performer at a bargain price (for digital photography). Matched with quality EF-S lenses, such as the 17-85mm or the 10-22mm, the XT covers the focal-length gamut and brings true wide angle back within the financial reach of most photographers.

Who Should Buy The Canon EOS Digital Rebel XT / 350D

• Those who may need a quiet shutter: wedding, wildlife, documentary photographers.
• Budget, beginning, and casual photographers who want control and lens selection.
• Photographers looking for a small, lightweight camera system to use while traveling/hiking.
• Pros who don’t like most point-and-shoots (me)!

Why not buy an XT?

• Physically too small for large hands.
• Menu navigation awkward, inefficient.
• Lack of weatherproofing.
• Consumer build-quality is high, but not built for rigorous use or extreme environmental conditions.
• Slow continuous shooting inadequate for sports.
• Small image sensor results in 1.6x focal length multiplier; L-series lenses slightly compromised.
• Lack of special-purpose, high-end features such as 45 AF points or flash exposure lock.

For more information on the Canon EOS Digital Rebel XT / 350D .

Here is the Christmas Collection of Digital Cameras Staples is offering this year, and links to the site. Some of these cameras have an extra 10% off their listed price.

Under $200

• DXG 409 Digital Camera
• Kodak EasyShare C310 Digital Camera
• Kodak EasyShare C330 Digital Camera
• Olympus FE-100 Digital Camera
• Canon PowerShot A410 Digital Camera
• Fuji Finepix A345 Digital Camera
• Nikon Coolpix 4600 Digital Camera
• Olympus FE-110 Digital Camera
• Canon Powershot A75 Digital Camera
• DXG 502 Digital Camera

$200 to $400

• Fuji Finepix A350 Digital Camera
• Olympus FE-120 Digital Camera

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Outstanding deal from Onsale.com on the Nikon S1 with a free Kingston 256 MB SD available now for $274.99.

5.1 Megapixels; 3x Optical Zoom-Nikkor; 2.5-inch LCD; 16 Scene Modes; Exclusive In-Camera Red-Eye Fix; D-Lighting; ED Glass; Face Priority AF; Slim design.