DXG announces 5mpix compact digicam
By
Mike Tomkins
(Friday, August 26, 2005 - 09:12 EDT)
DXG USA, the United States subsidiary of Taiwanese digicam manufacturer DXG Technology Corporation, has announced a new model available immediately for $199.
The DXG Model 528 digital camera features a resolution of five megapixels, coupled with an smc Pentax-branded 3x optical zoom lens. Other features include a 2.4" low-temperature polysilicon LCD display, ISO sensitivity range from 100 - 400, shutter speeds from 8 - 1/2000 second, six-mode flash, USB and video connectivity, SD/MMC and 32MB built-in memory, and power from two AA alkaline batteries. Product specifications and photos courtesy of DXG follow below: | DXG Model 528 |  | | General | | Camera Type | Compact | | Manufacturer | DXG | | Model Number | DXG-528 | | Dimensions | 4.0 x 2.3 x 1.1"
101.6 x 57.9 x 29.0mm | | Weight | 134.9 g
4.7 oz | | Planned Price | $199.00 | | Planned Availability | Aug 2005 | | Image Capture | | Sensor Type | CCD
5.10 megapixels (total)
4.90 megapixels (effective) | | Image Dimensions | 8.0 megapixels (interpolated)
5.0 megapixels
4.0 megapixels
3.0 megapixels
2.0 megapixels
640 x 480 (0.3 megapixels) | | Image Quality | 3 levels | | Image Preview / Review | | Viewfinder | Yes, Real-image optical | | LCD | 2.4", 112,320 pixels | | Lens | | Lens Type | smc PENTAX Zoom Lens
3x optical zoom | | Image Stabilization | No | | Focal Length | 5.8 - 17.4mm (actual) | | Aperture Range | f/2.6 - f/4.8 (wide); f/4.3 - f/7.6 (tele) | | Focusing Range | Normal: 7" - infinity (18 cm - infinity)
Macro: 2.1" | | Exposure | | ISO Sensitivity | Auto, 100, 200, 400 | | Shutter Speed | 8 - 1/2000 second | | Exposure Compensation | +/- 2.0EV in 0.2EV increments | | White Balance | Image Sensor - Auto, Sunny, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent | | Internal Flash | Modes: Auto, Off, Red-Eye Reduction, Forced, Forced + Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync
Range: 2 - 8 feet | | Creative | | Digital Zoom | 4x | | Self Timer | Yes, 2 to 10 seconds | | Movie Format | MPEG-4 with audio
640x480 and 320x240
Max. frame-rate: 10 frames per second | | Storage | | Recording Medium | SD/MMC, Built-in | | File System | Complies with Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF) | | File Format | JPEG (EXIF) | | Connectivity | | Video | Yes, NTSC / PAL switchable | | Computer | USB 2.0 Full (LOW) Speed | | Other | Headphone | | Power | | Battery Type | Alkaline disposable | | Battery Form Factor | 2 x AA or 1 x CR-V3 | | Product Bundle | | Battery / Charger | 2 x AA alkaline disposable battery | | Flash Memory | 32.0MB built-in memory | | Other | | Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) compliant | Yes | | Internal Microphone | Yes | | More Photos |  |  |  |  |  | | |
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Original Source Press Release:
| DXG USA Moves Upscale with a New 5.1 Megapixel Digital Camera; The DXG-528 provides a 2.4-inch LCD Screen, 3X Pentax Optical Zoom, Slim Metal Body and Built-in MP3 Player CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 24, 2005--DXG USA has announced the availability of the DXG-528, a premium 5.1 megapixel CCD digital camera designed for step-up camera buyers looking for enhanced features and photographic quality without the high cost. The DXG-528 features a slim aluminum housing, impressive 2.4" LTPS LCD screen, Pentax(R) 3X optical zoom (with three aspherical lenses), built-in 32MB flash memory, SD/MMC card slot, MPEG-4 video with sound and Direct Print capability. The camera also offers voice recorder and MP3 functionality, as well as TV-Out capability for viewing pictures on a television. Other customer-friendly features include a real image optical viewfinder and the ability to be powered by two alkaline AA batteries. The DXG-528 is available immediately with an MSRP of $199. "Almost everyone is fond of the premium features available on expensive cameras, but many shoppers are reluctant to pay extra for them," said Jeff Hansen, Director of Marketing for DXG USA. "The DXG-528 with its large 2.4" LCD screen, aluminum housing and thin style design, offers a premium product at a price point that is well within the budget of most consumers." The DXG-528 provides five white balance settings, six still image settings (VGA, 2MP, 3MP, 4MP, 5MP, and 8MP using firmware interpolation) and utilizes a USB 2.0 interface. The camera ships with USB/AV cables, camera case, wrist strap, editing software and batteries. A detailed specification sheet is available at: http://www.dxgusa.com/data_sheets/528.pdf. About DXG USA
DXG USA is one of the fastest growing digital camera manufacturers in the United States and sells attractively styled digital cameras for the youth and mainstream markets. Compact, fashionable and affordably priced, DXG digital cameras are setting trends for quality and utility. DXG USA is a fully-owned subsidiary of DXG Technology Corporation, one of the world's leading manufacturers and designers (OEM/ODM) of digital cameras and camcorders. With over 20 years of experience manufacturing digital technology products under other brand names, DXG now designs and manufactures cameras under its own name. DXG Technology has won numerous design and innovation awards and employs over 4,000 people worldwide. For more information on DXG USA, please visit www.dxgusa.com. |
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