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Olympus Stylus Digital Camera
The Stylus 500 is the latest in Olympus’ Stylus line of point-and-shoot
digital cameras. This 5-megapixel camera features a bright 2.5-inch HyperCrystal
LCD and a compact (3.9x2.2x1.2 inches), all-weather body. The zoom lens is equivalent
to a 35–105mm in the 35mm format. The Stylus 500 offers 23 easy-to-use
shooting modes, which include Portrait, Landscape, Fireworks, two underwater
shooting modes and two Shoot & Select modes, which enable you to shoot rapid
sequences of frames, select the best shot from the series and delete the rest.
A new Album Function allows you organize photos into albums stored on the camera’s
xD-Picture Card, and you can record videos with the QuickTime Movie Mode. Olympus
America Inc., 2 Corporate Center Dr., Melville, NY 11747; 631/844-5000. www.olympusamerica.com.
Op/Tech Digital Camera Protection
The Soft Pouch Digital D-Series from Op/Tech USA features easy-access neoprene
cases that fit most digital cameras. They offer protection against impact, moisture
and dust. Two sizes have recently been added to this line: the D-SLR Zoom, which
can accommodate lenses measuring up to six inches in length; and the D-PRO Zoom,
which fits most digital SLRs as well as SLRs with battery packs that measure
approximately 6x61¼2x6 inches. These pouches are lightweight, weather-resistant,
and the case closes around the neck strap so that the neck strap is still usable.
The Soft Pouch Digital D-Series is available in black. Op/Tech USA, 304 Andrea
Dr., Belgrade, MT 59714; 800/251-7815. www.optechusa.com.
PentaWare Photo Software
The new PentaSuite DigiPhoto program allows you to open, compress, view, upload
or download, store and send files. It includes PentaZip, a compression tool
for grouping images of the same subject together, using less space on the hard
drive; PentaView and PentaBrowser, which allow you to browse through folders
without having to open different programs; PentaAlbum, which allows you to create
Web pages; and PentaCollector, which enables you to select files from anywhere
on your computer and place them on CD or DVD. PentaWare, Inc., One New Hampshire
Ave., Suite 125, Portsmouth, NH 03801; 888/998-1492. www.pentaware.com.
SD Memory Cards from C-guys
C-guys has introduced its line of Ultra High-Speed 20MB/s SD memory cards. The
cards are available in storage capacities of 1GB and 512MB, and offer fast transfer
of media. They offer write speeds of 13MB/s and read speeds of 20MB/s. They
offer real-time recording and fast transfer of high-resolution image files and
videos. You can store hundreds of 3–5-megapixel high-resolution JPEG images
on the 20MB/s cards. When coupled with the C-guys’ SD-USBean card reader,
you can quickly download or upload photos from your camera to a PC or printer.
Built-in security enables safe transfer of data. C-guys, 19925 Stevens Creek
Blvd., Suite 200, Cupertino, CA 95014; 408/252-8800. www.c-guysusa.com.
CD Burner from PNI
If you’d like the convenience of burning a photo CD without having to
download images to a PC, check out the SnapDisk Memory Card-to-CD Burner from
PNI. No cable hook-ups are necessary, there’s no new software to learn,
and you won’t have to store large photo files on your hard drive. Simply
insert your camera’s memory card in the SnapDisk unit, put in a CD-R or
CD-RW and follow the simple instructions on the large LCD screen. In moments,
you’ll have a finished photo CD. SnapDisk weighs less than a pound, and
is approximately the size of a hand-held CD player. PNI Corp., 5464 Skylane
Blvd., Suite A, Santa Rosa, CA 95403; 707/566-2260. www.pnicorp.com.
Turbo 2x2 from Quantum
The Quantum Turbo 2x2 provides programmable low-voltage power for your digital
camera, and high-voltage power for your flash at the same time. It offers dual
outputs, and is smaller than the standard Turbo. The Turbo 2x2 utilizes the
latest Nickel Metal Hydride battery technology, a visible “gas gauge,”
and Quantum’s built-in charging circuitry. Quantum Instruments, 1075 Stewart
Ave., Garden City, NY 11530; 516/222-6000. www.qtm.com.
RoadWired Bag Collection
Great for digital photographers on the go, the new Skooba collection from RoadWired
offers lightweight tech bags, laptop sleeves and accessories. Included in this
lineup is the Skooba Satchel, a laptop bag with many compartments and pockets.
Inside the main compartment is a dedicated computer section lined with RoadWired’s
Air Square material, which comprises hundreds of individually sealed air cushions
that act as shock absorbers to protect your laptop. The laptop compartment is
secured by a retention strap with quick-release closure, adjustable to accommodate
portable computers of most sizes. On the front of the Skooba Satchel is a separate
organizer section. For carrying comfort, there are twin padded hand grips, and
an oversized shoulder pad with Air Square cushioning. This bag is made of ballistic
nylon, with webbing and metal fittings,
yet weighs a mere 44 ounces. RoadWired, a division of Tenba, 8 Westchester Plaza,
Elmsford, NY 10523; 914/347-3300. www.RoadWired.com.
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