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To: Diamondhead who wrote (4670)2/3/1999 10:51:00 PM
From: Diamondhead  Read Replies (3) | Respond to of 60323
 
I found my answer " with the soon to be available 32MB Smartmedia card". Too little to late??

BW1309 FEB 03,1999 7:58 PACIFIC 10:58 EASTERN

( BW)(NY-FUJI-PHOTO-FILM) Introducing the Fujifilm MX-2700: The
World's Smallest 2.3 Million-Pixel Digital Camera

Business/Photo Editors
NOTE TO MEDIA: Photo available on BW PhotoWire/AP
PhotoExpress,
PressLink and on Business Wire's Web site at
www.businesswire.com

ELMSFORD, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 3, 1999--From
the company that introduced consumers to the MX-700 - the first
pocket-size digital camera featuring more than 1 million pixels --
comes another leap in digital camera performance from Fuji Photo
Film U.S.A., Inc. Today, Fujifilm introduced its new super-breed of
megapixel digital camera, the stylish MX-2700.
Much like its predecessor, the MX-700, the MX-2700 sets a new
standard for megapixel digital cameras. Sporting an impressive 2.3
million-pixel CCD sensor along with a 35mm-equivalent lens with
macro capability, the pocket-sized MX-2700 captures high-resolution 1,800 x 1,200 images of such
rich color and clarity that they mirror the quality of traditional photographic film. When its images are
printed at 300 dpi, the MX-2700 produces stunning 4 x 6-inch snapshots, while at 150 dpi it delivers
eye-catching 12 x 8-inch enlargements.
"The MX-2700 builds upon the success and popularity of the MX-700 which was first showcased
at PMA '98, said Darin Pepple, Product Manager, Consumer Markets, Digital Imaging Division, Fuji
Photo Film U.S.A., Inc. "With the same unique styling, we expect our next generation model, the
MX-2700, to stir up the same excitement with consumers as the MX-700 - which at the time of its
introduction was the world's first megapixel digital camera at a consumer-price point.
"The MX-700 defined the one million-pixel camera category and we feel the MX-2700 can do the
same for the two million-pixel category."
Sporting a high-grade, high tech-looking aluminum alloy body, the pocket-size MX-2700 is the most
stylish camera in its class. Weighing a slight 8.5 ounces and measuring a sleek 3.1 (w) x 3.8 (h) x 1.3
(D) inches, the MX-2700 is the world's smallest two million-pixel camera, fitting easily into a car's
glove compartment, a briefcase or even a shirt pocket.
Equipped with both a precision, 2-inch polysilicon color LCD monitor with 130,000 pixels and
optical viewfinder, the MX-2700, with its built-in flash, is ideal for indoor and outdoor image capture
and viewing. In addition, a Manual Mode allows users to adjust the white balance settings, and select
the exposure compensation. For added versatility, the camera features automatic playback, and a
digital 2.5X telephoto mode so users can zero in on areas within the picture, and with the multi-frame
playback can view 9 images all at once on the LCD.
Like Fujifilm's MX-series of digital cameras, the MX-2700 model records images to postage-size
SmartMedia(TM) cards, a convenient format that has become one of the mainstream storage solutions
for digital cameras. With the soon to be available 32MB SmartMedia card, the camera can store up to
142 shots.
Designed for long-lasting use, the MX-2700 uses a rechargeable lithium ion battery that can take up
to 250 shots when the liquid crystal display is turned off, and 80 shots when it is turned on. For
computer connection, the camera comes packaged with video output and serial ports. For even faster
computer access to digital images, an optional image memory card reader (SM-R1) transfers files
through a USB port. Serial cables and data transfer software, such as floppy disk and PC card
adapters, are also available.
The rechargeable lithium ion battery is environmentally-friendly as well as economical. An AC
Adapter is included to recharge the long-life battery while it is in the camera. An optional Quick
Charger is also available to ensure the MX-2700 will be ready for the next opportunity. Fujifilm is a
pioneer in the dynamic business of digital imaging, serving the digital needs of the market -- both
professional and consumer -- for almost a decade.
For more information on the Fujifilm MX-2700 Digital Camera and other Fujifilm digital imaging
products, visit our Web site at www.fujifilm.com or contact us at 1-800-800-FUJI.
Fuji Photo Film U.S.A., Inc., is the U.S. marketing subsidiary of Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd., of
Tokyo, a leading manufacturer of imaging and information products.
SmartMedia(TM) is a trademark of Toshiba, Corp.



To: Diamondhead who wrote (4670)2/8/1999 9:05:00 AM
From: Ausdauer  Respond to of 60323
 
Kevin,

SanDisk needs to reply with some reassurance that they are not producing "generic", low performance, slow write speed CF. The silence is deafening.

The way that Lexar has priced this product will make it unattractive to the average consumer who will likely pay less for just the digital camera. "Prosumer" cameras would be better of with a type II PCMCIA card.

Ausdauer



To: Diamondhead who wrote (4670)2/8/1999 9:13:00 PM
From: Ausdauer  Respond to of 60323
 
Kevin,

Sorry to repetitious, but the "stevesdigicam" site states that Lexar was the preferred digital film of the Superbowl. I also saw another advertisement in PCPhoto magazine this month touting the write speeds Lexar has to offer. They seem to be catering to a professional or semi-professional audience now. Perhaps SNDK is too much to contend with. In any case, the average consumer will drive up volume, not the professional photographers needing 160 MB of storage.

Hope that SNDK will get its act together and start releasing some information about write speed innovations or other newer developments rather than sitting on its hands.

Ausdauer



To: Diamondhead who wrote (4670)2/8/1999 9:19:00 PM
From: Ausdauer  Read Replies (1) | Respond to of 60323
 
Kevin,

I read about the drop-in digital film from Irving Sensors last year. It looks like a roll of 35mm film with a short attachment that includes a CCD. The unit fits in a standard 35mm SLR body and then can be downloaded to a PC once full. There is no removable storage, so you apparently have to remove it when capacity is reached. There is no notable competition out there. It seems that the major camera manufacturers are having too much fun with point-and-shoot cameras to worry about upgrades like digital camera backs for SLR users.

The main drawback I see is damage to the CCD sensor with repeated removals and the lack of removable memory. Also, the 2.0 and 2.3 megapixel cameras with fully enclosed CCD sensors will likely produce images equivalent to emulsion film.

Anyone else knowledgeable about the IRSN (Irving Sensor) device?

Ausdauer