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AgfaPhoto intros beginner-friendly Optima 1, 100 and 102 cameras
AgfaPhoto might want you to believe that its Optima range of cams is "perfect for the ambitious photographer," but in truth they're entry-level shooters with a slant toward helping the less technically gifted. The new cameras come with 28 automated functions, such as a 'beauty mode' that masks skin imperfections, and a quirky 1920 x 1080 picture format for making widescreen photos that match your 1080p display. The Optima 1 and 102 (pictured) share a 12 megapixel sensor, but diverge on optical zoom (5x versus 3x) and LCD size (2.7 inches versus 3 inches), while the 100 is essentially a 102 scaled down to 10 megapixels. Shaping up as a decent proposition for the often overlooked untrained photographer, the trio will be available in Europe come September at prices between €129 and €179 ($186-$258) [Warning: PDF read link].[Via ZDNet]
AgfaPhoto rolls out rugged, waterproof DV-600uw camera
AgfaPhoto's new DV-600uw rugged camera may not be quite as stylish as Pentax's latest ruggedized offering, but it looks like it has it beat where it counts, with it able to handle submersion in water up to 33 feet deep (compared to the Pentax's 16 feet), and hold up to the usual drops, dust, and dirt for good measure. Unfortunately, things are a bit less impressive when it comes to the core camera specs, with this one packing just 6-megapixels, no optical zoom, and a plain old VGA movie mode instead of 720p -- not to mention just one choice of color. If that extra ruggedness makes the difference for you, however, you can pick this one up right now for $199.[Via Electronista]
AgfaPhoto debuts seven new cameras of varying compactness
Not to be outdone by GE and its onslaught of ordinariness, AgfaPhoto has now rolled out seven new compact cameras of its own on the eve of PMA, which range from the most basic of point-and-shoots to a ruggedized, underwater cam. Arguably the most interesting of the lot are the OPTIMA 1438m (pictured above), 1338mT, and 8328m, which boast between 8 and 10 megapixels, 3x and 4x optical zooms, and a 32mm wide-angle lens on the 1438,, which also packs an all-metal body and a more than reasonable $210 price tag. Rounding out the offerings are the sub-$100 sensor 830S and 530S, the HD video-capable DV-5580Z, and the rugged OPTIMA 830UW, which will work up to ten meters underwater, operate in temperatures of -5°C, and survive a fall from up to one meter (it runs $350). Looking for more? Then dive into the links below for the complete rundown and plenty of pics.Read - PhotographyBlog, "AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 1438m, 1338mT, 8328m"Read - PhotographyBlog, "AgfaPhoto DV-5580Z"Read - PhotographyBlog, "AgfaPhoto sensor 830s and 530s"Read - PhotographyBlog, "AgfaPhoto OPTIMA 830UW"
AgfaPhoto DC-1338sT touch screen digital camera
Let's hope Agfa brings more to Photokina than the 1338sT, because otherwise it's going to be a pretty lonely booth. The 10 megapixel camera isn't quite the top of the line, even with the 3-inch touchscreen: smile detection, face tracking, and a low-res YouTube video mode aren't exactly huge selling points -- especially for €179 ($265). The non-touchscreen DC-1338i version has been available in the States for a while now, so the morbidly curious can expect to see this bad boy at a Walgreens sometime in the future.
Agfa joins the PMA action, unveils DC-630i point-and-shoot
We know, the PMA blitz really turns the bevy of digicams into one big pixelated blur, but Agfa is trying to steal a little attention with its relatively uninspiring DC-630i. The new compact marks the firm's first point-and-shoot with "integrated face-tracking technology," which allows up to three faces to be automatically detected along with optimal focus / exposure selections. Inside the black plastic casing lies a six-megapixel CCD sensor, adjustable image / exposure modes, and a 2.5-inch LCD monitor; additionally, users should also enjoy the SDHC compatibility, 3x optical zoom, 640 x 480 video mode, and video-out. While you're not likely to get overwhelmed with the simplistic button setup, you will need a few extra AA cells if you're looking to shoot all day, and at 128-grams it shouldn't weigh you down all that much. Still, there's not an awful lot to get excited about here, but the $169 pricetag you can expect to see come April is at least somewhat in line with the middle-of-the-road feature set.[Via PMA Show]
Agfa returns with AgfaPhoto DC-735 7 megapixel shooter
Most photog types should easily recognize the Agfa name -- they've been doing the whole traditional and digital imaging thing forever. Unfortunately, they've farmed out their brand for a new AgfaPhoto line of digicams to be built by German consumer electronics company plawa, and plawa's first stab at an Agfa-cam isn't looking too incredibly hot. The new DC-735 packs a 7 megapixel CCD, 3x optical zoom, a rechargeable li-ion battery, 2.5-inch LCD and not a whole lot else. The metal housing looks durable, but incredibly bulky, and there's no word on optical image stabilisation or any other fancy specs. Of course, the real proof is in the pics, and if the DC-735 manages some spicy photos all might be forgiven, but for now it's just looking like a Europe-only also-ran. Prices should range from 99 to 199 euros for the planned five to ten megapixel range of AgfaPhoto cams -- which is due this month -- so at least the price is right.[Via LetsGoDigital]
