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A Review Of The Canon PowerShot SX40 HS
Looking for a great, high megapixel camera that will meet practically all of your everyday photography needs? Well, look no further than the Canon PowerShot SX40 HS. This camera looks great and you could mistake it for a D-SLR camera. What's really incredible about the SX40 HS is its long 35x zoom range, coupled with that 12-megapixel camera resolution. Yes, you read that right - a 35x zoom range - which translates to a very powerful camera with telephoto reach. Read on and find out more about it.
1. Design and Construction
What does the SX40 HS look like? Well, as you can see from the picture, the unit itself is neither compact nor light. Its dimensions are 3.6 by 4.8 by 4.2 inches (HWD) and it weighs in at 1.3 pounds. It's competitor, the Nikon Coolpix P500 is slimmer and lighter by comparison.
The Canon PowerShot SX40 HS comes with a metal body with a few plastic elements. I like the fact that there's a very deep handgrip which lets you hold the camera firmly. Throw in the SX40's optical stabilization system and it means you can get a sharp photo at the extreme end of its zoom range. I tried zooming almost 35x on the SX40 HS, without a tripod or monopod, and my pictures still came out pretty good and sharp.
2. Optics and Resolution
When it comes to long range zoom, very few non-digital SLR type cameras can match the Canon PowerShot SX40 HS. The 35x zoom range is better than many digital SLRs equipped with telephoto lenses and is certainly one of the selling points of the camera.
With its 12 megapixel resolution, you'd expect that photos taken with the SX40 HS to be exceptionally sharp. Incidentally, I got to know about the Imatest software suite - which can be used to measure cameras' performance in terms of image sharpness and noise. So here's what I did - to evaluate sharpness, I shot several photos of a test chart and analyzed them using a center-weighted algorithm. The SX40 HS averaged 1,836 lines per picture height, which surpasses the 1,800-line benchmark that qualifies an image as being acceptably sharp.
I've tried many cameras in the past, including the Kodak EasyShare Max Z990 which packs a 30x zoom lens, records a slightly higher 1,946 lines. So in terms of image sharpness, the SX40 HS is not the best - but I think its other features more than make up for that.
3. User Controls
Many cameras have very obscure or weird control placements. The Canon PowerShot SX40 HS doesn't have this problem. There are ample control buttons on the SX40's body - a top-mounted dial lets you change between shooting modes, and there's a neat rear four-way jog wheel to scroll through menus, adjust ISO, set exposure compensation, activate the self-timer, and so forth.
The Canon designers obviously got the design of the menu system correct. In fact, the Canon SX40 HS menu system is one of the best I've seen around - comparable even to the top end DSLR cameras. You can quickly access most of the common controls you'd encounter in a digital camera, without having to click all around menu after menu. I also like the fact that the SX40's pop-up flash is manually operated. All I need to do is flip it up when you'd like to use it. Enthusiasts who want a better flash can fit in units like the Canon Speedlite flash, using the dedicated hot shoe.
4. Battery Life
The Canon PowerShot SX40 boasts a very good and long lasting battery life. I could be outdoors shooting photos like no one's business and the battery would still be OK. This contrasts strongly to some of the older Canon cameras I have, where the battery just dies on you when you're lining up for a very important shot.
5. Storage and Transfer
OK, the Canon PowerShot SX40 HS supports all manner of media cards - Secure Digital, Secure Digital High Capacity and Secure Digital Extended Capacity. The camera records 1080p24 QuickTime video - which in my opinion, looks quite good. To copy photos and video into your PC, you can plug the camera into your computer via mini USB to copy the files. Alternatively, you can connect the camera to an HDTV via mini HDMI. My family loves to do that - plug a digital camera to a huge TV and enjoy the photos and video.
6. Shortcomings
I feel that the Canon PowerShot SX40 HS is a great camera - but it falls short in a few areas. For one thing, the camera isn't cheap! And although it has a powerful 35x zoom lenses, I could tell that it's performance in low light is not so good - especially compared to its competitors like the Nikon Coolpix P500, which captures clean images in as little as one quarter the light as the SX40.
Conclusion
All in all, the Canon PowerShot SX40 HS is a great camera with a powerful 35x zoom range. It has a host of innovative features which allow you to take picture after picture with ease. The quality of the photo shots are way above average and is certainly one of the better digital cameras in its class. Do check it out!
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Panasonic TC-P65S2 65-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV Review
Panasonic TC-P65S2 Product Information
The Panasonic TC-P65S2 65-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV is a quality plasma HDTV but you should read these TC-P65S2 reviews before buying one. You may be surprised.
The Panasonic TC-P65S2 65-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV features NeoPDP technology which provide fantastic balance of black and white even under the brightest of environments. As with most new HDTVs, the TC-P65S2 is also energy efficient. The NeoPDP Plasma panel on the Panasonic TC-P65S2 reduces reflections while creating a sharper picture with improved contrast. TheTC-P65S2 features 1080p HD resolution and a 600Hz sub-field drive that results in improved motion clarity.
The TC-P65S2 Plasma HDTV also comes with the Panasonic VIERA Image Viewer features that allows you to play slideshows of JPGs from SD memory cards right on your Panasonic TC-P65S2. Couple this with the VIERA Link feature, and the Panasonic TC-P65S2 becomes one of the better plasma HDTV products available.
Best Panasonic TC-P65S2 Review
I've owned the Panasonic TC-P65S2 65-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV for two weeks and all I can say is wow. The picture quality of the Panasonic TC-P65S2 is outstanding! I'm fairly surprised that the picture quality of the Panasonic TC-P65S2 is actually better than my Sharp Aquos. The black levels on the TC-P65S2 65-Inch 1080p Plasma TV are very detailed. The out of box video settings are set to "vivid". Although that makes the colors "pop", it does distort flesh-tone colors. That said, I used the DVD HD Basics Calibration Disc to calibrate it. As always, professional calibration of an HDTV such as the 65-Inch 1080p HD Plasma TC-P65S2 TV is always best.
The Panasonic TC-P65S2 comes with a few different preset video settings like Game and Cinema and I find them useful, actually. When watching movies, you should definitely use the Cinema setting and when gaming, set it to Game so it creates good black levels while increasing overall color levels.
Overall, I am very happy with my Panasonic TC-P65S2 65-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV.
Plasma TV Technology
A PDP (plasma display panel) is common to larger HDTVs such as the Panasonic TC-P65S2. It is because they rely on plasma cells that they are called plasma screens (or televisions). The plasma cells that make up the TC-P65S2 are essentially tiny fluorescent lamps (millions of them). These lamps are compartmentalized between two glass panels.
Without getting into to much scientific detail, the gas in these compartments forms a plasma when electricity is applied, creating the picture. If you are interested in the science behind a plasma TV such as the Panasonic TC-P65S2, check out wikipedia.
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Toshiba 26C100U 26-Inch LCD HDTV Review
Perfect to be used as your main tv, the C100U Series options Toshiba's DynaLight dynamic backlight management for deeper black levels, and 2 HDMI digital inputs for straightforward top quality association to cable/satellite boxes, DVD players and a lot of. it is also a good alternative for youths and family rooms with the C100U's Gaming Mode, that offers reduced game management delay and improved reaction time. and therefore the Photo Frame capability with Auto Slide Show is very helpful in bedrooms, dens, and kitchens.
Boasting a slimming tapered bezel and enticing front panel gradation, the new Horizon style creates a a lot of trendy, elegant look that additionally matches Toshiba's black shiny Horizon-designed laptops. alternative options embody MP3 playback via the integrated USB port, a PC input, and a removable stand.
As for the TV itself, it's handsome and is incredibly stable. It additionally has management buttons on the left aspect thus there are alternatives aside from the generally misplaced remote management
The picture is healthier than our alternative TVs and looks simply pretty much as good as friend's huge terribly expensive units. The sound is ok and on alternative TVs I generally finally end up turning it up to full volume. My solely grievance is that once I switch back and forth between TV and DVD/Video use I actually have to regulate the image size back to the podium size i need, one would assume there would be the way to stay the setting.
Other than that i'm sold on this unit and elegance.
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Samsung LN32B550 Review
Introduction:
The Samsung LN32B550 is a remarkable HDTV with numerous notable features. Consumers will come to love the outstanding contrast ratio, the comfortably sized display screen, and the smooth transitioning of images supplied through the LN32550. This HDTV weighs just over 22 pounds without its optional stand and weighs nearly 28 pounds with the stand attached to it. The dimensions of the Samsung LN32B550 are 22 inches in height, by 31 inches in width, by 9 inches in depth.
Display Properties:
The Samsung LN32B550 is an HDTV with a smooth, flawless flat screen presentation. The display itself measures just over 31.5 inches in diagonal measurement, and the picture is offered via 1080 pixilated resolution. The consumer is supplied with crisp, clean, intense visual experiences, and the coloring of every image is always at the perfect hue and temperature. The contrast ratio of the Samsung LN32B550 is equivalent to 70,000 to 1, while the aspect ratio of the set is equivalent to 16 to 9.
What Is Included?
When the consumer opts for the LN32B550 he or she gets the 32 inch HTDV with a base that can be used to set up the HDTV on an entertainment center or stand. The consumer can also choose to mount the device to a wall; thus this set is perfect for every office, home, or entertainment area. The set comes with a comprehensive guide to ensure that the consumer can set up the HDTV with great ease, and the Samsung LN32B550 comes with a fully operational remote. The consumer should note however, that the LN32B550 is not sold with an integrated DVR and the set is not pre-set for digital cable.
Product Capabilities:
1080 Pixilated 32 Inch Display
Designed with Touch of Color Features
Embedded Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamp (CCFL)
ENERGY STAR Certification
Integrated Tuner
Parental Controls
PC Video Input Features
Response Time of 6 milliseconds
Two 10 Watt, Embedded Speakers
Widescreen Aspect Ratio at 16 to 9
The LN32B550 is a super slender, trim HDTV with a Touch of Color feature that accentuates the uppermost and bottommost edges of the HDTV's exterior bezel; the coloring is augmented with a hint of gray which gives the set an attractive, artsy appearance. The gray hues ensure that the set will match the décor in any room or office.
While the exterior of the LN32B550 is ultra attractive, the interior of the HDTV is what really makes the device superior in terms of the HDTVs sold on today's market. This set is fully equipped with an embedded tuner which can interpret high definition signals so that the received signals can be offered through the 1080 pixilated screen. The images are offered in a cinematic-like presentation and are further enhanced by the Color Enhancement technology supplied by Samsung. The smallest details and textures become completely visible too, thanks to the integration of a superior dynamic contrast ratio.
The Samsung LN32B550 is a set with a good response time; the fast response time ensures the elimination of any streaks, digital artifacts, noise, and blurring. SRS TruSurround Sound features ensure that every image is supplemented by high quality audio experiences as well. Meanwhile, one will find that this HDTV offers some great connectivity features: it can be hooked up to external digital devices, and a personal computer.