One of Fujifilm's latest digital camera models -- the FinePix Z700EXR -- looks like one of the most interesting new cameras in 2010.

The Z700EXR contains some great features, including a 3.5-inch touch-screen LCD, a 5X optical zoom lens, and 12 megapixels of resolution. The Z700EXR includes Fujifilm's innovative EXR image sensor, which works well in tough shooting conditions. The image sensor technology helped the Z700EXR win an award at PMA 2010.

In addition, the Z700EXR received a 2010 Innovative Digital Product Award at PMA. Out of the 13 cameras Fujifilm announced early in 2010, the Z700EXR looks like the most interesting model.

Look for the Z700EXR in black, red, or silver. The camera body measures only 0.67 inches in thickness, and the horizontal lens cover includes an interesting wave design. Fujifilm uses LEDs to provide additional detail on the camera body. The Z700EXR is currently available with an MSRP of $279.95 (Compare Prices), and it should make the short list of those seeking good mix of shooting power and style in a point and shoot camera.

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Stylish Fujifilm Z700EXR Features 3.5-Inch LCD originally appeared on About.com Digital Cameras on Saturday, April 10th, 2010 at 12:23:23.

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The SP 800UZ fixed lens camera from Olympus contains plenty of power for a sub-$350 camera, including a 30X optical zoom lens.

Olympus has included several high-end features with the SP 800UZ beyond its large zoom lens (which carries a 28mm-840mm equivalent). This model can shoot 720p HD video, and it includes an HDMI connector.

The SP 800UZ should be available soon at an MSRP of $349.99. (Compare Prices) With 14 megapixels of resolution, a wide-screen 3.0-inch LCD, and a 16:9 shooting ratio option, the SP 800UZ looks like it should offer a good value for someone needing a large zoom in a fixed lens camera.

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30X Zoom Lens Powers Olympus SP 800UZ originally appeared on About.com Digital Cameras on Friday, April 9th, 2010 at 12:40:58.

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Sony's recently announced Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 digital camera offers a nice mix of style and good photography features. The DSC-TX5 should be available this month for about $350, although Sony is accepting pre-orders at its Web site.

The TX5 is useable in extreme conditions, thanks to its dust-proof camera body. It can operate in up to 10 feet of water depth, survive a fall up to 5 feet, and operate in temperatures as cold as 14 degrees Fahrenheit. Unlike some other "tough" cameras, the TX5 is very thin, too, measuring only about 0.72 inches in thickness.

In addition, the TX5 offers a 3.0-inch touch screen LCD, 10.2 megapixels of resolution, 720p HD video recording, and a 4X optical zoom lens. It also uses a CMOS image sensor, which is appearing in more and more digital cameras, rather than a CCD image sensor.

You'll find the TX5 in five colors: Black, green, pink, red, and silver. It's an interesting looking camera, with a sliding panel on the front of the camera that also serves as the power switch. Its look is similar to last year's Cyber-shot DSC-T90, which I had a chance to review.

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Sony TX5 Survives Tough Shooting Conditions originally appeared on About.com Digital Cameras on Thursday, April 8th, 2010 at 12:42:29.

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The recently announced Lumix DMC-FH20 digital camera from Panasonic brings a large zoom lens, HD video capabilities, and a large resolution into a small camera body.

Lumix FH20 photographers who also have Panasonic Viera HDTVs can replay a slideshow of their photos on the HDTV by simply inserting the memory card from the camera into the TV.

The Lumix FH20 offers 14.1 megapixels of resolution and an 8X optical zoom lens that also includes limited wide angle capabilities. This model measures 1.09 inches in thickness.

The Lumix FH20 is currently available for sale in sliver, black, red, and violet (shown here) at an MSRP of $199.95. (Compare Prices)

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HD Video a Strong Point of Lumix FH20 originally appeared on About.com Digital Cameras on Wednesday, April 7th, 2010 at 12:12:55.

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I have posted a new article dealing with helping you solve any Olympus camera error messages you might encouter. My article deals with common error messages you'll find with your Olympus point and shoot camera.

You'll find potential solutions for Olympus camera error messages, such as "Card Error" or "Image Cannot Be Edited" messages. Just click the link above to see the solutions to a half dozen common error messages.

Keep checking back as I'll be publishing solutions to other common camera error messages from other manufacturers during the next several weeks.

Find Help for Olympus Camera Error Messages originally appeared on About.com Digital Cameras on Tuesday, April 6th, 2010 at 16:22:43.

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