Fantasea Line, distributor of the world's most popular and affordable underwater photographic products, announces the release of the FD-70, an underwater camera housing, designed exclusively for the Digital SLR Nikon D-70. The Fantasea FD-70 is a compact, lightweight, injection molded polycarbonate housing with ergonomically designed handles, making it easy to hold and use. The FD-70's interchangeable port system accommodates a wide variety of SLR lenses, allowing photographers to capture the widest variety of superior underwater images.

The Fantasea FD-70 is more than just an underwater camera housing since it provides protection for the D-70 against damage from rain, snow, dust, sand and dirt. It is a valuable tool for many commercial, industrial, and medical applications, because it is resistant to most liquids and sprays.

Casio Japan has announced the Exilim Pro EX P700 digital camera. its a 7 MP digital camera with a 4x optical zoom lens (Canon) and has a 2-inch LCD screen on the back. It will be available in early Feb. 05, price has not been disclosed yet. We will post more information on this digital camera as it becomes available. 

Casio also announced today the 'EXILIM PRO EX-P505'

Japanese camera and equipment maker Olympus Corp. said fierce competition saw its net profit tumble 62.4 percent to 10.5 billion yen (103 million dollars) in the nine months to December.

Highest capacity and best value for photography and other CompactFlash applications

January 2005 Seagate, the world's number-one consumer electronics hard drive designer, announced at CES that the Seagate CompactFlash Photo Hard Drive, with a massive 5GB capacity, begins shipping next month into retail stores across the country.

A NEW STYLE OF DIGITAL CAMERA CASIOS EXILIM PRO EX P505 ENJOY THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS WITH HIGH QUALITY DIGITAL PHOTOS AND VIDEO

January 31, 2005 Casio, Inc., in conjunction with its parent company, Casio Computer Co., Ltd., Tokyo, Japan, has released the newest model in its popular EXILIM digital camera series. The new EXILIM PRO EX-P505 is a stylish digital camera equipped with a 5.0 megapixel imaging element and a 5X optical zoom. It not only takes superbly detailed digital photos, it is also capable of shooting extended video scenes with high-image quality. The EXILIM PRO EX-P505 will be available at retail the end of February, MSRP $499.99.

“We are very excited about this new addition to our award-winning EXILIM line. With the new EX-P505 you can now shoot videos and take quality digital photos. Casio’s top-of-the-line EXILIM cameras are engineered for high image quality, high-speed operation, lower power consumption, and extremely compact dimensions,” said John Clough, president of Casio, Inc. “We achieved these objectives through the use of Casio’s remarkable “EXILIM engine,” an extremely compact image module that represents the crystallization of Casio’s advanced technology.”

Jan. 30th, 2005 BytePhoto.Com digital camera, digital photography and photo sharing resource center is pleased to announce this weeks photo contest winner 'wd8n' with the photo 'Downy Woodpecker’ … ‘wd8n’ has been a member of the bytephoto.com community since Mar 1st, 2004 and is currently shooting with a Nikon D100 digital camera - visit this photographers gallery , view this weeks contest finalists, discuss this photo

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In an effort to help the tsunami victims what digital camera has launched an online auction of digital cameras and accessories. This is a great opportunity for you to get a good deal on your next camera or accessory purchase all well helping a good cause. For complete details on this camera and accessory auction please visit what digital camera online http://www.whatdigitalcamera.com

For manufacturers, there is no better launch pad than the Consumer Electronics Show when it comes to introducing their hottest, most advanced electronics for the new year. Samsung Camera will do exactly that as they are set to introduce the Digimax V700 - a seven mega pixel digital still camera. Following the Digimax V50, introduced at CES 2004, the V700 is the latest addition to Samsung's highly successful V-Series line of high end digital cameras. Competitively priced at $399.99, the V700 is sure to turn heads with its unparalleled style and host of features, making it one of the most affordable, advanced point-and-shoot digital still cameras on the market today.

According to an article published in the Japan times digital camera shipments in Japan increased only 1.3% in 2004 compared a 28.8% growth rate in 2003. additionally the value of the shipments fell by 0.7% in actual cash value ….marking the first decline since 1999 fir digital cameras  Source Japan Times

HANOI, Jan 26 Asia in Focus - SANYO HOME APPLIANCES VIETNAM CORP. (Sanyo Vietnam) expects its digital camera manufacturing plant to begin operations in May 2005. The factory has an annual production capacity of one million units in the first two years and 5 million cameras in 2007.

Rollei add an ultra-flat model with 5 megapixels to their line of digital cameras

The Rollei dr5 redefines the concept of the "go-everywhere camera". With 25 mm, it is not only ultra-flat and will therefore fit any shirt pocket without a bulge, but its neat metal body also makes it a pleasure to look at. However, the digital camera has more to offer than a mere good look: Instant readiness and minimal shutter lag makes it an ideal candid camera. The camera with its wealth of practical features and sophisticated technology is available from March 2005 for Euro 299. While the Rollei dr5 is thrifty when it comes to size, its technical features are impressive: It comes with a high-performance D-VarioApogon HFT zoom lens with focal lengths from 4.6 to 22.2 mm (equivalent to 28-135mm in 35mm photography).

Nearly 20% of U.S. Internet Users Now Own a Camera Phone, According to New InfoTrends/CAP Ventures Study

Jan. 27, 2005 A recent InfoTrends/CAP Ventures study reveals that nearly 20% of U.S. Internet users owned a mobile phone with an embedded digital camera at the end of 2004, compared to just 3% in 2003. In addition, 27% of consumers who do not currently own a camera phone are highly interested in purchasing one as their next mobile phone. Two out of three current camera phone owners use the camera function on a regular basis to take pictures.