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Wacom Intuos 6x8

Wacom Intuos 6x8
Monday October 16, 2000
Written by Tim McEwen
Tags: Wacom | Intuos | 6x8
AUD
$644
Price at time of review.
Coming from a graphics and illustration background, I have always felt much more comfortable with the tools I use in real media (ie: pens, markers, watercolours on paper, cardboard, etc) than with the hardware interfaces I was presented with when desktop publishing swept the industry.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ8S Digital Camera

8.32 Megapixel, Point and Shoot Camera, 2.5 in. LCD Screen, 5x Optical Zoom, With Video Capability, Weight: 0.31 lb.

The DMC-LZ8 Lumix® digital camera gives you a choice of four exposure modes: Program AE (P), Aperture Priority AE (A), Shutter Priority AE (S) and Manual (M). This gives you the flexibility and creative freedom to capture more expressive shots. You can also fine tune the settings in the Scenery, Portrait, Sports and Night Portrait scene modes on the mode dial to better suit the shooting conditions. This makes it easier to capture the exact image you have in mind.

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Ricoh Caplio GX8 Digital Camera

8.5 Megapixel, Point and Shoot Camera, 1.8 in. LCD Screen, 3x Optical Zoom, With Video Capability, Weight: 0.45 lb.

The Ricoh Caplio GX8 is an 8 megapixel (CCD) digital camera with a 28mm wideangle lens with a 3x Optical Zoom. It comes with a 1.8inch LCD, 1cm Macro Mode, live histogram and 1.3 second start up time.

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Nikon D3x Body Only Digital Camera

25.72 Megapixel, SLR Camera, 3 in. LCD Screen, Weight: 2.69 lb.

At the heart of the system is a 24.5 Megapixel FX-format (full frame) CMOS Sensor, producing high quality images that can be captured in JPEG, TIFF or RAW file formats at a rate of up to five frames per second at full resolution. The powerful advanced image-processing engine and optimized systems blend high levels of resolution with superb image quality, pure color rendition and the Picture Control System with four setting options (Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome), and class-leading speed. The 51 point AF system is tuned to deliver even finer precision and higher performance, and an improved view in High-speed Crop mode makes composition easier. The host of enhancements also includes significantly increased battery life per charge, an improved menu interface, and a high density 3.0-inch LCD with ultra-wide viewing angle.

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JVC GZ-HD6 (120 GB) Hard Drive Camcorder

Hard Drive, 120 GB, NTSC, 1 x CCD, Up to 2.07 Megapixels Still Shots, 10x Optical Zoom, 1.2 lb.

The JVC GZ HD6 (120 GB) HDD Camcorder brings together full high definition recording, a progressive scan signal and compact design all while offering an impressive 120GB of internal storage. The camcorder's 1920 x 1080 progressive scan signal produces the maximum image information for all your shots, resulting in high quality images each and every time. Other features of the JVC GZ HD6 include a 2.8 in LCD panel and image stabilizer making it easy to film and view your precious moments.

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Sony HDR-XR500V High Definition AVCHD Camcorder

High Definition, AVCHD, NTSC, Up to 12 Megapixels Still Shots, 12x Optical Zoom, 1.1 lb., Battery life: Up to 1.58 Hours

The HDR-XR500V camcorder is ideal for capturing the moment in high definition (HD). Record breathtaking 1920x1080 HD video and 12.1 megapixel still images directly to the internal 120GB hard drive. In addition to a professional-quality Sony G lens, this camcorder features a larger 1/2.88" Exmor R CMOS sensor, which delivers superior low-light performance. Additional features include Face Detection and Smile Shutter™ technology, a built-in GPS receiver, stunning image stabilization and flexible playback and transfer options.

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Sony DCR-SX40 Camcorder

NTSC, 60x Optical Zoom, 0.5 lb.

The ultra-compact DCR-SX40 Handycam® camcorder can record video to 4GB of embedded memory or handy removable Memory Stick Duo™ or Memory Stick PRO Duo™ media. A professional-quality Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar® lens delivers sharp, high resolution images and its 60x optical zoom lets you bring the action closer with impeccable detail. Available in silver, red, and blue.

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Creative Technology ZEN X-Fi (8 GB) Digital Media Player

8 GB (Built-in Memory), 2000 Songs, 2.4 oz., Audio Files: MP3, WAV, WMA, AAC, Audible. Video Files: MPEG-4, DivX, XviD, WMV, MJPG....

Indulge in rich audio where you can hear your music in crystal clear clarity. Take in guitar strumming, crisp cymbal clashes and deep pounding bass as detail lost during file compression are now beautifully restored. The built-in X-Fi technology intelligently moves a conventional left/right earphone stereo source away from your ears, virtually expanding it for an audio experience with a breathtakingly realistic depth of field. You'll feel as if you were listening to your music from a pair of high end speakers.

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Apple iPod nano chromatic Pink (8 GB) MP3 Player

MPN: MB735LL/A, 8 GB (Built-in Memory), 2000 Songs, 1.3 oz., Display Size: 2 inch

It’s even easier to find the song you want to hear. Now you can view your album art in Cover Flow. Or just press and hold the Center button to browse by album or artist. When you find the right song, press the Center button to add it to your on-the-go playlist.

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Apple iPod nano chromatic Purple (8 GB) MP3 Player

MPN: MB739ZY/A, 8 GB (Built-in Memory), 2000 Songs, 1.3 oz., Audio Files: MP3, WAV, AAC, MP3 VBR, AIFF, Audible. Video Files: MPEG...

It’s even easier to find the song you want to hear. Now you can view your album art in Cover Flow. Or just press and hold the Center button to browse by album or artist. When you find the right song, press the Center button to add it to your on-the-go playlist.

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This article appeared in the October, 2000 issue of PC Authority.
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