According to the analysis of user trend in Japan for the most popular camera sales ranking from 8/13 to 8/19. The Fuji FinePix F31fd camera took the #1 spot for 2 weeks, it is the first pocketable digital camera to feature hardware-based Face Detection technology. Face Detection has great impact on people photography, ensuring the camera automatically focuses on and exposes for faces, rather than details that can confuse other cameras. Coping with up to ten faces in a frame, it ensures photos of friends and family are crisp, clear and perfectly exposed no matter what the occasion.
Ricoh “Caplio R6″ camera was in #1 position for more than 4 weeks, now pushed down to number two. The camera features a 7.1x zoom and Ricoh’s CCD-shift vibration correction, adding a larger 2.7-inch LCD and face-detection technology.
Number three is Nikon Coolpix P5000, jumped from previous number 8 position. The camera is the latest addition to Nikon’s “performance” series of P&S cameras features a 10 megapixel sensor, a 3.5X Nikon optical zoom lens that provides a 35mm film equivalent focal range of 36 to 126mm, and a 2.5 inch LCD monitor in addition to an optical viewfinder. Most significantly, the camera offers aperture priority, shutter priority and manual exposure modes as well as auto and 16 scene mode options. All this along with Nikon’s Vibration Reduction (VR) system and a flash hot shoe are packaged into a magnesium-alloy camera body about the size of a deck of cards.
Here’s the top 10 ranking in Japan:
- Fuji FinePix F31fd
- Ricoh R6 DIGITAL
- Nikon COOLPIX P5000
- Olympus μ770SW
- Canon Powershot G7
- Casio EXILIM ZOOM EX-Z1200
- Ricoh GR DIGITAL
- Fuji FinePix Z5fd
- Nikon COOLPIX P5000
- Canon IXY DIGITAL 810IS
Website : Japan Most Popular Camera Ranking - Aug 13 to Aug 19

According to the analysis of user trend in Japan for the most popular camera sales ranking from 7/9 to 7/16. Ricoh “Caplio R6″ took the number one spot for a continuous of 4 weeks. This camera features a 7.1x zoom and Ricoh’s CCD-shift vibration correction, adding a larger 2.7-inch LCD and face-detection technology.The Fuji FinePix F31fd camera took the #2 spot from Panasonic LUMIX DMC-TZ3, it is first pocketable digital camera to feature hardware-based Face Detection technology. Face Detection has great impact on people photography, ensuring the camera automatically focuses on and exposes for faces, rather than details that can confuse other cameras. Coping with up to ten faces in a frame, it ensures photos of friends and family are crisp, clear and perfectly exposed no matter what the occasion.
Number three is Panasonic LUMIX DMC-TZ3, the latest members of the award-winning Lumix TZ family of digital cameras, which is renowned for packaging a remarkable 10x optical zoom in a compact, stylish body. To further add to their appeal, the TZ3 go one step further to feature a 28mm wide-angle Leica DC lens (equivalent to 28-280mm on a 35mm film camera) for wide-angle shooting.
Amazinging, the only DSLR camera that made it to the top 10 is Pentax K10D, at number 7 ranking. Here’s the top 10 ranking between 7/9 - 7/16 in Japan:
- Ricoh R6 DIGITAL
- Fuji FinePix F31fd
- Panasonic LUMIX DMC-TZ3
- Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FX100
- Canon IXY DIGITAL 900IS
- Casio EXILIM ZOOM EX-Z1200
- Pentax K10D
- Nikon COOLPIX P5000
- Olympus μ770SW<
- Canon Powershot G7
Website : Japan Most Popular Camera Ranking - July 9 to July 16

According to the apparently fake document, first posted on the FourThirdsPhoto Forum, Olympus is pitching the new model as a competitor to the Nikon D200 and the Canon EOS 30D.
The person who posted the document has since claimed he received it from three different sources - one of which was an Olympus employee. The document mentioned that sometime in October September time we all will be seeing much more of the perfect Olympus E-P1 DSLR Digital Camera.This 27 page document giving you every single detail about this camera from Olympus but was sadly removed at the request of Olympus themselves. The E-P1 DSLR will feature a 10 megapixel sensor; eleven-point autofocus, swivelling LCD, dust reduction, and weather sealed extra battery plus, image sensor stabilization and splash-proof body.
The company said: “We are not in a position to comment on any of this information but what I can say is that Olympus has not released a presentation on any new SLR body following the launch of the E-410 and E-510.”
“We are devoted to developing the E-1 successor model in order to make an announcement and launch the product within this year. Further details will be provided when the dates for the announcement and product launch have been fixed. Product specifications cannot be released until the official announcement of the new product.”

According to the analysis of user trend in Japan for the most popular camera sales ranking from 6/25 to 7/1. Ricoh “Caplio R6″ took the number one spot from Panasonic LUMIX DMC-TZ3, which took the number one spot for a continuous of 7 weeks. This camera features a 7.1x zoom and Ricoh’s CCD-shift vibration correction, adding a larger 2.7-inch LCD and face-detection technology.
The #2 Panasonic LUMIX DMC-TZ3 is the latest members of the award-winning Lumix TZ family of digital cameras, which is renowned for packaging a remarkable 10x optical zoom in a compact, stylish body. To further add to their appeal, the TZ3 go one step further to feature a 28mm wide-angle Leica DC lens (equivalent to 28-280mm on a 35mm film camera) for wide-angle shooting.
Number 3 continued to be the Canon IXY Digital 900IS, US name of Canon PowerShot SD800 IS Digital ELPH. This camera offers a focal length range of 28 – 105mm (35mm equivalent), and a 3.8x optical zoom lens allows photographers to capture wider panoramas, architectural photos and group shots. The lens incorporates Canon’s optical Image Stabilizer to counteract the effects of camera shake for steadier performance in low light, at full zoom or when shooting from moving vehicles.
Special note that the newly released Casio “EXILIM ZOOM EX-Z1200” enters into rank #9. The new camera is Casio’s flagship Exilim Zoom, boasting a world-leading 12.1 effective megapixels to deliver both high resolution and premium performance. Here’s the top 10 ranking between 6/25 - 7/1 in Japan:
- Ricoh R6 DIGITAL
- Panasonic LUMIX DMC-TZ3
- Canon IXY DIGITAL 900IS
- Fuji FinePix F31fd
- Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FX100
- Nikon COOLPIX P5000
- Olympus μ770SW
- Olympus CAMEDIA SP-550UZ
- Casio EXILIM ZOOM EX-Z1200
- Ricoh R5 DIGITAL
Website : Japan Most Popular Camera Ranking - June 25 to July 1

Most people wouldn’t consider the jungle as being the most ideal or scenic location to indulge in photography. After all, the recent heatwave and the fear of constant attacks from mosquitoes and bugs are enough to put off any budding photographer.
However that didn’t stop Olympus from taking a few journalists to take test drive with their new Evolt E410 DSLR camera in the rainforests of Malaysia. Here’s the conclusion: “Overall, the Olympus Evolt E410 is a good entry-level DSLR for beginners – it has a good user interface and well-labelled buttons that make it really easy to use for first time users.
However, the E410 suffers from dynamic range problems. Also, the camera’s slow autofocus in Live View mode makes it impractical for point-and-shoot photography. While it may not be for everyone, the E410 may just be the camera you are looking for if you intend to get your feet wet in the DSLR world.
Pros: Lightweight; good user interface; Live View mode; dual format card support.
Cons: Problems with dynamic range; slow autofocus speed in Live View mode.”
Website : Olympus E-410 Review by StarOnline in Malaysia Jungle

According to the analysis of user trend in Japan for the most popular camera sales ranking from 6/4 to 6/10. The Panasonic LUMIX DMC-TZ3 took the number one spot for a continuous of 6 weeks. This camera is the latest members of the award-winning Lumix TZ family of digital cameras, which is renowned for packaging a remarkable 10x optical zoom in a compact, stylish body. To further add to their appeal, the TZ3 go one step further to feature a 28mm wide-angle Leica DC lens (equivalent to 28-280mm on a 35mm film camera) for wide-angle shooting.
Ricoh “Caplio R6” advanced rapidly from previous rank 6 up to the second ranking. Replacing the previous number 2 rank, Olympus Camedia SP-550UZ. Ricoh Caplio R6 features a 7.1x zoom and Ricoh’s CCD-shift vibration correction, adding a larger 2.7-inch LCD and face-detection technology.
Number 3 continued to be the Canon IXY Digital 900IS, US name of Canon PowerShot SD800 IS Digital ELPH. This camera offers a focal length range of 28 – 105mm (35mm equivalent), and a 3.8x optical zoom lens allows photographers to capture wider panoramas, architectural photos and group shots. The lens incorporates Canon’s optical Image Stabilizer to counteract the effects of camera shake for steadier performance in low light, at full zoom or when shooting from moving vehicles.
Interestingly, the Pentax K10D, the only DSLR camera on the list, went up to number 6 from the 10th ranking. New entry at number 10 is the Sony “Cyber-shot DSC-W200″. It features a CCD of 12.1 Megapixel and a high-definition component output with full 1080 photo-viewing. Here’s the top 10 ranking between 6/4 - 6/10 in Japan:
- Panasonic LUMIX DMC-TZ3
- Ricoh R6 DIGITAL
- Canon IXY DIGITAL 900IS
- Olympus CAMEDIA SP-550UZ
- Nikon COOLPIX P5000
- Pentax K10D
- Fuji FinePix F31fd
- Olympus μ770SW
- Ricoh R5 DIGITAL
- Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W200
Website : Japan Most Popular Camera Ranking - June 4 to June 10

Olympus has introduced new underwater housings and accessories for several of its digital cameras, as well as an underwater flash unit. All of the new gear is rated for use down to depths of 40 meters (approximately 133 feet). A tight O-ring main seal with safety lock, along with stainless steel and nickel-plated brass hardware, help to ensure protection from corrosion for years to come.
A fluorite (FL) glass window gives your digital camera’s powerful Olympus lens the protection and clear gateway it needs to deliver crisp detail and vibrant color. And an easy-to-see LCD panel lets you admire the beauty that lies beneath the surface instantly. Each housing features a large, responsive shutter button, precision zoom lever, and durable controls to lend you access to everything your Olympus digital camera has to offer. They’re even great on the slopes and in other extreme conditions.
Website : Underwater Housing for Olympus E-410 DSLR Camera

According to the analysis of user trend in Japan for the most popular camera sales ranking from 5/21 to 5/27. The Panasonic LUMIX DMC-TZ3 took the number one spot for a continuous of 4 weeks. This camera is the latest members of the award-winning Lumix TZ family of digital cameras, which is renowned for packaging a remarkable 10x optical zoom in a compact, stylish body. To further add to their appeal, the TZ3 go one step further to feature a 28mm wide-angle Leica DC lens (equivalent to 28-280mm on a 35mm film camera) for wide-angle shooting.
The Olympus Camedia SP-550UZ camera stays the same at number 2 position as last week. The Camedia SP-550UZ is a digital camera with 18X optical zoom (28-504mm equiv.), a 7 Megapixel CCD sensor, 5.6x digital zoom, a 2.5-inch LCD display, ISO up to 5000 and anti-shake protection.
Number 3 is the Canon IXY Digital 900IS, US name of Canon PowerShot SD800 IS Digital ELPH, stays the same as last week. This camera offers a focal length range of 28 – 105mm (35mm equivalent), and a 3.8x optical zoom lens allows photographers to capture wider panoramas, architectural photos and group shots. The lens incorporates Canon’s optical Image Stabilizer to counteract the effects of camera shake for steadier performance in low light, at full zoom or when shooting from moving vehicles.
The number 4 rank Canon IXY DIGITAL 10 (US name Canon Powershot SD1000) is the first entry to the top 10 ranking. This is a successor model of the Canon IXY DIGITAL 70 (US name Canon Powershot SD600). The Canon IXY Digital 10 has a 7.1 Megapixel CCD image sensor, DIGIC image processor and 3x optical zoom. Other features include a 2.5-inch LCD screen, ISO up to 1600, Face Catch Technology, PictBridge support and a SD card slot supporting also SDHC. Here’s the top 10 ranking between 5/21 - 5/27 in Japan:
- Panasonic LUMIX DMC-TZ3
- Olympus CAMEDIA SP-550UZ
- Canon IXY DIGITAL 900IS
- Canon IXY DIGITAL 10
- Kodak EasyShare V705
- Nikon COOLPIX P5000
- Olympus μ770SW
- Fuji FinePix Z5fd
- Fuji FinePix F31fd
- Ricoh Caplio R6
Website : Japan Most Popular Camera Ranking - May 21 to May 27


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