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KODA K
The biggest model selection.
Polnt-and-shoot features, from basic to sophisticated.
(EASYSHA
RE)
Compacts are known as Power
Shots. The moderately priced
The budqet A series is the lowest priced. A step up is the F
series,
which offers more advanced features. The
Z
series
Cameras made simple.
Kodak focuses on ease of
PowerShot A series is less likely
than the Sand G lines to have
features such as image
stabilization.
(G
models use
proprietary batteries; most
other Canon compacts use
are the
subcompacts. FinePix
models include face detection,
high ISO capabilities, and practical features such as the
ability to fire two quick shots
,
with and without flash
.
Most
.
new models
have.
a slot for the
expensive
xD cards and
another for cheaper
SD.
Certain models in the SLR-like S
series are larqe, with an optical zoom range of
lOx
or
use, as indicated by its brand
tagline and features such as
Smart Scene mode, which
automatically selects
specialty
modes.
The budget
C
series includes some of
AAs.) Canon's subcompacts are
known as SD ELPHs. The Digital
Rebel series helped define
greater.
The pricey
FinePix
S Pro series SLRs target pro
shooters. Fujifilm doesn't offer lenses, but models accept
Nikon or compatible lenses from third-party manufacturers.
the cheapest compacts
available. Higher-end Z-,
po,
and newer M-series
budget
SLRs.
Other SLRs
include a host of pro and
"prosumer" models. In August
Canon announced two high-end
models, the
$1,300,
10
megapixel EOSAOD, with a live
preview LCD, and the $8,000,
21-megapixel EOS lOs Mark III.
Canon also offers a wider
selection of lenses than
most brands .
..
HP (P
HOTOSMA RT )
Inexpensive cameras targeted to the general consumer.
Photosmart compacts, which range from the budget E and
M series to the advanced R series, have a very narrow range
of technical specifications. Some of the more innovative
features offered in this line recently include a slimming
feature, blemish removal, and pet red-eye removal. Most
zooms are close to
3x;
no model features image
stabilization.
compacts have longer zooms
and more sophisticated
features. The V series of
subcompacts offers some of
the most unusual point-and
shoot features, including
Bluetooth wireless and
innovative dual-lens/dual
sensor designs. Kodak
doesn't offer
SLRs.
Many models offer practical guides, including tips, in their
menu interface for novices. HP
doesn't
offer
SLRs.
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