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Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1: A Great DSLR Alternative

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:10:00 -0800

The slimmest Micro Four-Thirds System camera yet, the industrial-looking Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 is the most enticing non-DSLR we've seen to date.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:59:00 -0800

With a compact frame, interchangeable lenses, HD video-shooting capabilities, and simple but versatile controls, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 is an excellent alternative to an entry-level DSLR.

Our Tech Holiday Wish List: 10 Cool Gadgets We Really, Really Want

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:00:00 -0700

Colorful netbooks, personal TV systems, powerful digital cameras, and a potent Webcam: Our list is made, and we're checking it twice.

The Best Tech Deals of the Week

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 12:45:00 -0700

We'll show you where to find the best prices on an Apple iMac, a Samsung netbook, a Panasonic HDTV, and more.

Cameras and Camcorders in the PC World 100

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 12:30:00 -0700

Whether you're into digital SLRs, point-and-shoots, or high-def camcorders, this collection has a winner for you.

The PC World 100: Best Products of 2009

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:40:00 -0700

A laptop that recharges wirelessly, a CPU that leaves the competition in the dust, and a top pick that's changing the face of computing--these are just three of the items in our PC World Top 100 list of the best products of the year.

2009 PC World 100, Listed Alphabetically

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:35:00 -0700

2009 PC World 100, Listed by Ranking

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:35:00 -0700

Casio Exilim EX-FH20

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 17:45:00 -0700

With its 20X zoom and high-speed capture mode, Casio's Exilim EX-FH20 is built to handle action shots, especially when you can't get close to your subjects.

Get Prints in Minutes with the Fujifilm Instax Mini 7 Camera

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 09:30:00 -0700

Lightweight and compact, Fujifilm's Instax Mini 7 is a modern version of a Polaroid camera.

The Best Tech Deals of the Week

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 16:45:00 -0700

We'll show you where to find the best prices on an HP media receiver, a Samsung netbook, an MSI ultraportable, and two point-and-shoot cameras.

The Best Tech Deals of the Week

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 16:00:00 -0700

We'll show you where to find a Nikon digital camera with a free 4GB memory card, a 52-inch Sharp Aquos TV, a slick Lenovo IdeaPad, and more.

Samsung's Dual Screen TL225 Digital Camera

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 18:00:00 -0700

Samsung's dual-view TL225 features two LCD screens and has a touchscreen interface.

Casio Exilim EX-H10 Point-and-Shoot Camera

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 16:00:00 -0700

The 10X-optical-zoom EX-H10 aims to please a younger crowd with its fun in-camera features.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 16:11:00 -0700

The ZR1's very quiet, ultrawide-angle lens makes it an unassuming all-star for both stills and video.

The Best Tech Deals of the Week

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 11:45:00 -0700

We'll show you where to find the best prices on an MSI nettop, a Nikon point-and-shoot camera, a Sony HandyCam, and more.

PC World Podcast 43: Gmail Fail, Pricey Netbooks, Game-Changing Camera

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 11:10:00 -0700

This week on the PC World Podcast, editors Tim Moynihan, Robert Strohmeyer, Darren Gladstone, and Mark Sullivan discuss some of the biggest tech happenings of the week.

Olympus SP-590UZ Advanced Point-and-Shoot Camera

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 12:45:00 -0700

Decent image quality and a 26X-optical-zoom lens make the SP-590UZ a fine camera buy for an outdoor photographer.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 Advanced Point-and-Shoot Camera

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 12:40:00 -0700

The DSC-HX1 trounces megazoom competitors in speed and special functions, but fails painfully in image quality.

Canon Updates SD PowerShots for the Fall

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 06:15:00 -0700

A real fast look at two new Canon PowerShots, the touchscreen SD980 IS and the SD940 IS.

Panasonic GF1 Camera Offers Small Size and High Performance

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 15:00:00 -0700

The DMC-GF1 has features similar to those of an SLR, but in a much smaller body.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1: The Non-DSLR Camera We've Been Waiting For?

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 21:01:00 -0700

With a stylishly thin frame, a blend of beginner- and advanced-friendly features, and a couple of new interchangeable lenses to choose from, the Lumix DMC-GF1 looks like the best Micro Four-Thirds offering yet.

Samsung Unwraps RAW-Shooting, 24X-Optical Megazoom

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 14:33:00 -0700

The 12.5-megapixel HZ25W shoots 720p HD video and offers a feature set intended to lure both casual and more-advanced photographers.

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Tue, 01 Sep 2009 14:33:00 -0700

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 14:26:00 -0700

If shooting high-def video is as important to you as shooting still photos, the beginner-friendly Lumix DMC-GH1 is a top option. But it's very pricey--and you must make compromises.

The Best Tech Deals of the Week

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 13:15:00 -0700

We'll show you where to find the best prices on three different laptops, a Sony point-and-shoot camera, and a Toshiba 40-inch HDTV.

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Wed, 26 Aug 2009 13:15:00 -0700

Nikon Coolpix S1000pj Digital Camera Includes a Projector

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 14:00:00 -0700

Nikon's new Coolpix S1000pj digital camera includes a mini projector in addition to the conventional LCD screen.

The Best Tech Deals of the Week

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 16:15:00 -0700

We'll show you where to find the best prices on an HP netbook, a BlackBerry smartphone, and a Kodak pocket video camera.

Fall's Most Promising Cameras

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 14:00:00 -0700

(Updated 8/19/2009) As the leaves change, so do your camera options. Are big-name manufacturers saving their best models of the year for last? Here are the camera announcements for this fall that we're excited about.

Update: Camera Makers Flex Their Muscles for the Holidays

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 13:20:00 -0700

Camera announcements have been coming fast and furious lately, which means two things: shiny new cameras to read about, and falling prices on last year's top performers.

Canon Announces Advanced Cameras, First Touchscreen PowerShot

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 11:32:00 -0700

Six new PowerShots will hit stores in September and October, including the flagship G11, the versatile S90, and the touchscreen SD980 IS.

Casio Announces New Entry-Level Exilim Cameras

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 05:01:00 -0700

Two new Casio point-and-shoot cameras slated for October release are loaded with automatic focus and exposure modes.

How to Undelete Photos on a Digital Camera

Sun, 16 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Did you hit the erase button by accident? We can help.

Pentax's X70 Megazoom Camera: Compact and Easy to Use

Sat, 15 Aug 2009 10:00:00 -0700

Lightweight, durable, and simple to control, this compact megazoom camera performs well under most conditions.

Samsung CL65 Camera Does Wi-Fi, GPS, and Bluetooth

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 11:26:00 -0700

A slick new pocket camera from Samsung has a lot of wireless-connectivity options covered, and it can geo-tag photos.

Samsung Puts LCD Screens on the Front of New Cameras

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 11:09:00 -0700

Two slick, touchscreen Samsung cameras have a secondary LCD of the front to help with certain shots.

The Best Tech Deals of the Week

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 14:15:00 -0700

We'll show you where to find the best prices on a netbook, a Sony Ericsson phone, a Nikon camera, and even a MacBook Pro.

Fashionable and Sleek Canon PowerShot SD780 IS Camera

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 10:00:00 -0700

This fashionable and easy-to-use point-and-shoot camera performed well in our tests, but has some shortcomings.