Sony caught the attention of the press at PMA 2010 with their announcement of a new concept camera. The new camera unlike the Micro 4/3s ultra compacts is based on an APS sized CMOS sensor that is larger than the common sensors in most digital cameras as well as competing compacts. The annoucement noted a new body in at least three colors with three lenses for the new model.  More thoughts

PENTAX Imaging Company announced three new compact digital cameras. Most unique is the slim and stylish PENTAX Optio I-10 with a design inspired by the classic look of film SLR cameras.   The Optio H90 digital camera with a clean, contemporary design that was developed with the concept of “functional beauty” in mind. The affordable Optio E series is the PENTAX Optio E90. Priced at just $99.95 USD, the Optio E90 features a 10 megapixel CCD, a 3X wide angle zoom (32mm-96mm equivalent) and a large 2.7 inch LCD housed in a luxurious rubber coated body for a sure grip.  More

On a recent visit to Anchorage, Alaska we were reminded that while it seems we’ve entered the age of digital photography, there are still folks who have continued their love affair with film. In part because of a committed photography store like Stewart's Photo that understands the needs of their customers and the value of holding on to the traditional ways photos have been made.  More