Today's archidose #238

Here's three buildings in Santiago de Compostela, Spain (the city of last week's dose), all photographed by z.z..


SGAE (General Society of Authors and Publishers) Central Office by Ant�n Garc�a Abril (Ensamble Studio).


Musical Studies Centre at the University of Santiago de Compostela, also by Ant�n Garc�a Abril (Ensamble Studio).


Faculty of Information Studies at the University of Santiago de Compostela by �lvaro Siza

PowerShot E1 digital camera targets tweens

PowerShot E1 digital camera targets tweens

Canon Canada announced today that it is expanding its PowerShot digital camera line with the PowerShot E1 digital camera, targeted to the teen and tween markets.

Sporting a rounded and curvy form factor, the camera incorporates a 10-megapixel resolution, 4x Optical Zoom-lens; with Optical Image Stabilization and Canon�s Face Detection Technology.

The E1 includes 17 shooting modes including Easy Mode which limits the shooting and playback functions to the basics for easy operation, creating ease-of-use for even the most entry-level camera owner.

The PowerShot E1 digital camera will be available this September in three colours including white, blue and pink for $229.99.

Olympus asserts its rule with camera flood

Olympus asserts its rule with camera flood

Olympus introduces quintet of new digital cameras. Image: Stylus 1050 SW/Olympus.


If you want to convincingly grab market attention, then product grasp really must be squarely aimed betwixt the legs of unsuspecting consumers, which is a tactic mercilessly executed by Olympus this week following the unveiling of a whole host of new and appealing digital cameras.

First up is the new Stylus 1050 SW, a rugged compact that offers itself up as shockproof, waterproof and freezeproof camera that�s even sensitive to touch via the innovation of Tap Control technology, which means common menu interactions can be delivered via finger taps against the top, back and sides of the camera�s body.

�For example, to turn on the flash or Shadow Adjustment Technology, tap the camera�s side twice,� outlines Olympus. �In adverse climates, where the Stylus 1050 SW thrives, the new Tap Control ensures fast results � so you get the shot � even if you are adjusting settings while fighting frostbite with large gloves that would make traditional buttons nearly impossible to maneuver.�

Providing 10.1 mega pixels of performance, the Stylus 1050 SW comes in a choice of four �trendy� colours and has been designed to withstand the rigours of everyday life. According to Olympus, the 1050 SW will survive five-foot drops, operate in freezing conditions and even swim with the fishes.

Other features include Face Detection, Smile Shot, In-Camera Panorama, Shadow Adjustment Technology, Perfect Shot Preview, Perfect Fix In-Camera Editing, Red-Eye Fix, TruePic III Image Processing, Digital Image Stabilization, a HyperCrystal II LCD display, Master 2 software, an LED Illuminator, and support for microSD memory expansion.

Set for arrival in October, the Stylus 1050 SW will hit retail for around $300 USD.

Following close behind the new Stylus is its 1040 counterpart, which is described as a streamlined camera �perfect for style-conscious consumers.�

The Stylus 1040 comes equipped with 10 mega pixels of performance, a generous 2.7-inch HyperCrystal LCD display and Intelligent Auto Mode. As with the 1050 SW, other features include Face Detection and Smile Shot, In-Camera Panorama, Shadow Adjustment Technology, Perfect Shot Preview, Perfect Fix In-Camera Editing, TruePic III Image Processing, Digital Image Stabilization, Master 2 software, and support for microSD memory expansion.

Also available in October, the Stylus 1040 will come attached to a price point of around $200 USD.

Not finished polishing its consumer appeal, Olympus has also announced the FE-360 and FE-370 point-and-shoot digital cameras, which combine easy operation and smart performance to capture brilliant images at the push of a button. And. while small and compact, the two cameras offer �impressive imaging technologies� packed into colourful slimline metal casings for people on the move.

Both entrants come with 8.0 mega pixel performance, Image Stabilization, Face Detection, Perfect Shot Preview, In-Camera Help Guides, Master 2 software, a microSD adapter, a rechargeable lithium-ion battery and an LCD backlight boost. Both are also available in choices of red, blue, pink, black and silver.

Individual attributes include a super-slim 0.7-inch metallic body, 20 custom shooting modes and a 3x Optical Zoom on the FE-360, while the FE-370 comes with Dual Image Stabilization, TruePic III Image Processing, Intelligent Auto Mode, a 5x Optical Zoom, 2.7-inch high-res LCD display, Smile Shot and Expression Edit.

Due to hit store shelves before the close of August, the FE-360 will cost around $150 USD, while the FE-370 comes in at approximately $200 USD.

Last, but certainly not least, is the SP-565 Ultra Zoom (UZ), which Olympus lauds as a smaller and lighter version of the SP-570 UZ, �the world�s most powerful ultra zoom digital camera.�

Balancing the amazing precision of its 20x wide-angle telephoto zoom lens along with point-and-shoot simplicity, the SP-565 UZ offers 10 mega pixel performance, Dual Image Stabilization, enhanced Face Detection, Shadow Adjustment Technology and Perfect Shot Preview.

Other features include, Manual Controls, High-Speed Sequential Shooting and Pre-Capture (up to 13.5 frames per second at 3.0 mega pixels), Perfect Fix In-Camera Editing, TruePic III Image Processing, Master 2 software, microSD memory support and 33 Shooting Modes.

Scheduled to land in October, the SP-565 UZ will sting prospective consumers for around $400 USD.

Sony's Cyber-shot T500 10 megapixel compact shoots HD videos

Sony's Cyber-shot T500 10 megapixel compact shoots HD videos

It's no D90, but Sony has a new compact stillcam for your snapping pleasure, the Cyber-shot T500, and it's touting an HD movie mode just like any good bandwagon hopper should. The 10.1 megapixel camera offers up a 5x optical zoom, 3.5-inch LCD and Optical SteadyShot, but most of the attention is likely to be lavished on the 1280 x 720 30 fps h.264 movie mode. You can grab 720p stills while you shoot, and you can expect to store about an hour of video on your 4GB Memory Stick... you do have a 4GB Memory Stick, right? The T500 hits this October, no word just yet on price. Oh, and she comes in colors.

(Via Engadget.)

Another view: Sony Adds Hi-Def Recording To Cybershot DSC-T500

Sony Adds Hi-Def Recording To Cybershot DSC-T500

Sony has announced new Cyber-shot� DSC-T500 model enhancing it with high-definition movie recording capability. Users get to shot up to 10-megapixel stills and full-screen 720p movie recording at 30 frames per second (3x higher resolution than standard-definition movies). The model also uses AVC/H.264 codec for video compression and stereo audio - known for its high compression rate producing high-quality video as well as small file sizes that are easy to download, upload and share. T500 is extensible with a Memory Stick� media card (media sold separately), which now has capacities up to 16 GB. Detailed specs are as following; wide (16:9), 3.5-inch touch panel LCD screen, Carl Zeiss 5x optical zoom lens with a wide field of view (33 � 165 mm, 35 mm equivalency), Optical SteadyShot� image stabilization and high sensitivity settings up to ISO3200. Sony DSC-T500 will ship in elegant black with a brushed metal finish in late September for about $400.

(Via The Digital Camera Blog.)

Sony's Cyber-shot T500 10 megapixel compact shoots HD videos

Sony's Cyber-shot T500 10 megapixel compact shoots HD videos

It's no D90, but Sony has a new compact stillcam for your snapping pleasure, the Cyber-shot T500, and it's touting an HD movie mode just like any good bandwagon hopper should. The 10.1 megapixel camera offers up a 5x optical zoom, 3.5-inch LCD and Optical SteadyShot, but most of the attention is likely to be lavished on the 1280 x 720 30 fps h.264 movie mode. You can grab 720p stills while you shoot, and you can expect to store about an hour of video on your 4GB Memory Stick... you do have a 4GB Memory Stick, right? The T500 hits this October, no word just yet on price. Oh, and she comes in colors.

(Via Engadget.)

Another view: Sony Adds Hi-Def Recording To Cybershot DSC-T500

Sony Adds Hi-Def Recording To Cybershot DSC-T500

Sony has announced new Cyber-shot� DSC-T500 model enhancing it with high-definition movie recording capability. Users get to shot up to 10-megapixel stills and full-screen 720p movie recording at 30 frames per second (3x higher resolution than standard-definition movies). The model also uses AVC/H.264 codec for video compression and stereo audio - known for its high compression rate producing high-quality video as well as small file sizes that are easy to download, upload and share. T500 is extensible with a Memory Stick� media card (media sold separately), which now has capacities up to 16 GB. Detailed specs are as following; wide (16:9), 3.5-inch touch panel LCD screen, Carl Zeiss 5x optical zoom lens with a wide field of view (33 � 165 mm, 35 mm equivalency), Optical SteadyShot� image stabilization and high sensitivity settings up to ISO3200. Sony DSC-T500 will ship in elegant black with a brushed metal finish in late September for about $400.

(Via The Digital Camera Blog.)