TIPA Awards 2007

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Oscar for Photography

Best D-SLR Entry Level: Nikon D40x

		With a resolution of 10 megapixels and a sensitivity range from 100 to 1600 ISO, the Nikon D40x is an excellent D-SLR for those entering the world of digital photography, with superb image quality and a very fast shutter response. In a kit package with a n 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 zoom lens, it comes with many advanced features and offers a shooting rate of up to three frames per second. The D40x is light, compact and boasts a high quality 2.5in LCD display for camera set-up and image review.

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Best D-SLR Expert: Pentax K10D

		With a rugged build quality featuring no less than 72 weather and dust seals, the Pentax K10D offers a solid specification: 10MP sensor, image stabilization; 11-point autofocus system; sensitivity range from 100 to 1600 ISO; high definition RAW mode plus JPEG; sensor cleaning system and interchangeable viewfinder screens. The ergonomics have been expertly designed, making the camera a useful tool in the field for the enthusiast photographer. Including an 18-55mm lens and coming in at a price under 1000 euros, this D-SLR represents a genuine, high quality alternative to some more expensive professional camera bodies.

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Best D-SLR Professional: Canon EOS-1D Mark III

		This is an impressive D-SLR that shoots at a staggering 10 frames per second with a full resolution of 10MP. It also offers an 1 9 - p o i n t autofocus system, a weather-sealed body, a triple mode sensor cleaning system, a permanent Live View mode and a full complement of user-defined custom functions. All this adds up to greater control and enhanced creativity for the working photographer, making the Canon EOS-1D Mark III the ideal tool for professional sport, action and wildlife photography.

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Best Medium Format Digital System: Hasselblad H3D, series

[table=490][tr][td] [/td][td] [/td][td][/td][/tr][tr][td][/td][td] [/td][td]Developed around a new digital camera engine, the H3D series is Hasselblads most recent D-SLR for professional photographers. The new H3D design has also made possible the launch of a new 28mm lens, designed and optimised for digital image capture. The H3D is available in three configurations

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Best Rangefinder Digital Camera: Leica M8

		The Leica M8 digital rangefinder camera combines Leica tradition in optical and mechanical components with latest digital technology, and fully preserves the look and feel of the M-Family. The M8 features a 10.3 Megapixel CCD sensor, and images can be recorded on SD Card in JPEG or DNG file formats. A 6-Bit-Code on the M-Lenses enables the M8 to optimize image processing specifically for each lens. The 2.5in LCD provides RGB histogram and clipping information, and the new shutter sports a top speed of 1/8000sec and a flash sync of 1/250sec.

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Best Ultra Compact Digital Camera: Fujifilm FinePix Z5fd

[table=490][tr][td] [/td][td] [/td][td][/td][/tr][tr][td][/td][td] [/td][td]The Fujifilm FinePix Z5fd is a compact, technological marvel that combines elegant design with a host of practical features. On top of its Face Detection system, it offers a 6MP Super CCD HR sensor, a top sensitivity of 1600 ISO and an innovative 搘ith and without flash

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Best Compact Digital Camera: Nikon Coolpix P5000

		The Nikon P5000 brings the creative controls of a D-SLR into the body of a compact camera. It isdesigned with a prominent grip for stable shooting, and features both an optical viewfinder and a large 2 , 5 inch LCD that offers an excellent display for image composition and review. For the seasoned photographer, the MASP modes are fast to access, making this camera feel more like a D-SLR in operation. The hotshoe is i-TTL compatible and works fluently with the SB400, SB600 and SB800 Speedlights. To deliver quality images, the P5000 boasts a 10MP sensor, a 36-126mm (equivalent) f/2.7-5.3 zoom lens and the Vibration Reduction optical stabilizer.

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Best Superzoom Digital Camera: Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ3

		With a 10x Leica DC Vario-Elmar lens equivalent to 28-280mm, the small Lumix DMC-TZ3 provides a new step forward in the battle against blur. Stabilizers can compensate for camera shake, but not for the movement of the subject in low light conditions. Combining the well-known Mega O.I.S. optical stabilizer with the new Intelligent ISO Control feature, Panasonic offers a world-first solution to capture sharp images in most lighting conditions. The camera抯 image-processing Venus Engine III is able to detect the movements of the subject and, if necessary, it automatically raises the ISO sensitivity to let the shutter work at a faster speed.

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Best Multimedia Camera: Samsung i7

		After first inventing the multimedia camera, Samsung have now perfected the concept. The i7 is a slim, high quality 7 megapixel camera equipped with a 3x optical zoom, face recognition, a shake reduction system and 14 shooting modes. It is also a camcorder, an MP3 and multimedia player, a text viewer, a voice recorder and a portable storage drive. Rotate the 3in LCD touch screen display and you will find the feature you need. Exclusive too is the World Tour Guide: 4000 nuggets of information and images from 30 countries in a user-friendly graphical interface.

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Best Entry Level Lens: AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF ED

		This new 3.6x telephoto zoom lens from Nikon makes the Vibration Reduction image stabilisation system available to everyone. This feature compensates for the image blurring caused by camera shake, which is particularly prevalent when hand-holding with telephoto zooms. Thanks to the VR mode, it is possible to shoot sharp images with up to 3 stops less light, so for the enthusiast, an aperture of f/5.6 behaves more like f/2.0. This lens, the perfect complement for the standard 18-55mm model, is made with 15 elements (one with extra low dispersion ED glass), and seven diaphragm blades form a near circular aperture to reduce diffraction significantly.

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Best Expert Lens: Sigma 70mm f/2.8 EX D G M a c r o

[table=490][tr][td] [/td][td] [/td][td][/td][/tr][tr][td][/td][td] [/td][td]Why make it complex, when you can make it simple and still enjoy superb quality? For this
telephoto macro lens, Sigma has used a very simple optical design, but has developed and
included two decisive ingredients

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Best Professional Lens: Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8 L II USM

		The new Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM has been redesigned to deliver higher contrast levels and improved resolving power to the professional user. To ensure edge-to-edge sharpness and contrast throughout the focal range, the weatherproof lens includes three types of aspherical lens elements (ground, replicated and glass moulded). Two UD lens elements offset chromatic aberration and Supra Spectra coatingss u p p r e s s flare and ghosting, completing the all-new optical setup. The AF-system provides improved autofocus algorithms and passes distance information to E-TTL II flash units. To round off, a near circular aperture allows for superb rendition of out-of-focus areas.

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Best Prestige Camera: Ricoh Caplio GX100

		The Ricoh Caplio GX100 is one of the very few digital compact cameras with a true wide-angle zoom lens, starting at 24mm (35mm film equivalent). The optional wide conversion lens enables users to shoot 19mm ultra wide-angle photography. The Caplio GX100 is also the first digital camera to support a removable electronic viewfinder. This option is great for photography in bright, outdoor environments, while still offering 100% viewfinder coverage without parallax error and multi information display similar to a LCD monitor.

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Best Innovative Design: Olympus

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matdue77

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