This beautiful rose reminds us that Mothers Day is just around the corner. Photo of the week taken by slgckgc using a Nikon D60.

A review by Steves Digicams discussed aspects of the Canon Powershot A1000 IS camera where they write, "The A1000 IS features a 4X (35-140mm in the 35mm format) f/2.7-5.6 all-glass aspherical zoom lens. When the camera is powered down the lens is retracted inside of the body and a built in cover closes to completely protect the glass of the lens.

The Powershot A1000 IS features a large 2.5-inch LCD with 115,000 pixels of resolution. It is used for framing shots, reviewing stored images as well as menu operations. If you do not want to use the LCD screen, there is also a real-image zoom viewfinder, which allows you to see what is shown by the zoom lens.

Bottom Line - Canon's new Powershot A1000IS is a stylish, versatile and easy to use 10-Megapixel camera. With automatic shooting modes, pre-set scene modes and Optical Image Stabilization, this camera is easy enough for anyone to pick up and start shooting. Performance and image quality are also good for an entry level model. With all things considered and a MSRP of US$199.99, this is an excellent choice for anyone looking for an entry level digicam. "

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The Nikon Coolpix S230 is a snazzy little camera recently reviewed by Cnet where they write, "Photo quality in general is good, and by that I mean it's typical of an ultracompact camera at this price, though not a standout. The S230 has a sensitivity range from ISO 80 to ISO 2,000; however it's best to stay below ISO 200 for the greatest color, sharpness, and detail. At ISO 400 and above there was an increase in softness. Results were also at their finest with Nikon's Motion Detection and Electronic VR image stabilization turned off as these boost ISO along with shutter speed to minimize blur caused by subject movement or camera shake. Again, detail is best at the lower ISOs, but photos up to ISO 800 were still usable for small prints despite their softness.

In the end, the Nikon Coolpix S230 is a decent, good-looking, point-and-shoot ultracompact camera that happens to have the convenience of an intuitive touch-screen interface. If you're very critical of photo quality or need something very fast, this probably isn't the camera for you (there are other options). But if you're looking for a cool camera to keep with you at all times for snapshots, the S230 is worthy. "

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The Canon PowerShot SD780 IS was reviewed by Dprinterface, where the review pointed out, "One of the latest ultra-compacts announced by Canon in 2009 is the SD780 IS Digital ELPH. The SD1200 and SD780 are almost twins; with the latter being the higher end model of the two. To give you a rundown of the SD780 IS Digital ELPH’s features; it has 12 megapixels, a 3X zoom lens which goes a tad wider than the one on the SD1200, 2.5 inch LCD with an optical viewfinder as well as a high-definition 720p movie mode.

The Canon PowerShot SD780 Digital ELPH produces good image quality below ISO 800, with nicely saturated colors, low color fringing and distortion and no redeye (thanks to the redeye removal tool available in both shooting and playback modes). If you don’t mind making small 4 x 6 prints, then you could use the camera’s ISO 3200 mode, which lowers resolution to 2 MP but quality is comparable to native 2 megapixel cameras several years back.

If it’s a small and stylish camera with good image quality and performance traits that you want, the Canon PowerShot SD780 IS Digital ELPH aka Digital IXUS 100 fits the bill. The camera is good for for low light stills (party and pub snapshots) and people photos, and with good lighting, HD video."

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The Nikon D60 review by DigitalCameraReview has some interesting aspects when considering this camera, or the similar Nikon D40.  They write, "While the D60 is impressively compact and lightweight, build quality (polycarbonate outer shell over a metal alloy frame) and fit/finish are very good, especially for an entry-level model.

Not surprisingly, in hand the D60 looks, feels, and behaves exactly like the D40/D40x it derives from – in fact the D60 is essentially a "turbo charged" D40. The ergonomic handgrip provides a secure grip and very nice balance point – noticeably better than the skinnier handgrips on its closest competitor, the Canon Rebel series. The D60 isn't cluttered looking, and basic camera operations quickly becomes intuitive.

The question potential purchasers want answered is, "how does the D60 stack up against the Digital Rebel XSi?" Overall, the D60 should hold up nicely (if the lack of a Live-View LCD and three-point AF aren't deal breakers) when compared to the XSi. I've never been a fan of LCD viewfinders (or arm's length composition), so the lack of a live view LCD isn't a major omission in my opinion. The D60's AF is adequate, the kit zoom is a solid performer that should go head to head with Canon's new kit offering at the very least, and the D60's hand-grip is more comfortable. Nikon plans to continue selling the groundbreaking little D40 as their bargain priced entry-level DSLR, so shooters who don't want/need 10 megapixels and the D60's other more advanced features can save enough by purchasing the D40 (with the standard kit lens) to buy a nice quality second zoom. "

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The Canon Powershot SD960IS was recently reviewed by PCMag where they wrote, "The 12.1-megapixel PowerShot SD960 IS ($329.99 list) is Canon's first, and the only model in its latest Elph line to get a widescreen LCD. This slick little point-and-shooter still gives you the option to take pictures in the traditional 4:3 aspect ratio, but the 2.8-inch LCD, with its wide 16:9 aspect ratio, makes it much easier to frame your shots. It wouldn't surprise us to see widescreen LCDs become standard fare on digital cameras, as they are becoming in laptops, monitors, and HDTVs. Apart from its screen, the SD960 is extremely fast and records dazzling HD video that you can easily output to an HDTV, but Canon's typically bulletproof reputation for high-quality images has developed a few holes with this model.

The 16:9 LCD on the Canon SD960 IS lets you frame your shots to match the format of HDTV and widescreen laptop displays, and it records excellent HD video. Unfortunately, its price and some image-quality issues prevent it from being a point-and-shoot superstar."

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The Nikon D90 is the next generation in the line of Nikon quality cameras.  Thinkcamera had a review on it where they write, ''The D90 is a trophy of a middleweight camera, with the D-movie HD video mode tagging on an extra medal or two. No other DSLR in the world has a video feature to match; which no doubt opens up a whole new world of possibilities.

As an upgrade from the D80, the Nikon D90 positively flies; adding a chunkier new sensor, improved speed and picture quality, plus a bundle of modes and features. From a usability point of view, the informative visual information and display features from the D60 have also been adopted - making for ultimate ease of use.

The D90's 18-105mm kit lens, whilst sluggish to focus and rather shy of close-up subjects, covers a very adaptable range that will prove of use to many photographers. Pop on a different lens though and autofocus speed is improved, just not to the speedier heights of the D300. Though, all in all, the Nikon D90 even makes the likes of the D200 look tired; it really is that good."

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Thinkcamera reviews the older model Nikon D40 and has this to write, "Despite the low cost, the Nikon D40 does not seem built down to a price. It feels nicely robust in the hand; light and plastic, but solid polycarbonate. The 2.5" rear LCD is bright and doesn't seem small unless you compare it to later designs. The menu system is also typical Nikon - easy and intuitive. And the button layout of this camera followed the trend set by the Nikon D100, standardising things to this day. That said, previous models lacked the Retouch menu to post-process images in camera. The Nikon D40 also lacks a top LCD, instead using a mode dial in its place, and sports just three AF points in the viewfinder. The rear-mounted LCD screen doubles up to show exposure details in shooting mode, however. Age shows itself by things like the lack of live view, but price is a great leveller.

We're not sure how long the Nikon D40 will keep going in the market, but until it finally drops off the radar, it represents the most fantastic value in DSLR at the moment. Yes it's dated and that shows, but the images are good and the camera is fun to use."

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PcMag reviewed the Casio Exilim EX-FC100 and write, "The 9.1-megapixel Casio Exilim EX-FC100 ($349.99 list) has some cool features that no other compact point-and-shooter can offer. It can snap 30 6MP images in 1 second. And it can capture some of these before you hit the shutter release, so you'll have the image you want even if you didn't push the button in time. It can also record high-quality slow-motion video. But unless you have a specific need for its unique features, you're probably better off with another camera, since the EX-FC100 also has speed and image-quality issues...

With the Casio Exilim EX-FC100, you do get a lot of fun and unique features. It's the only camera we've seen so far that can shoot slow motion and 30-fps video and is small enough to fit in your pocket. (It will soon be joined in this exclusive category by its slimmer sibling, the EX-FS10.) But at $350, those features don't come cheap. If you don't need the added functionality, you should check out the $279.99 Canon PowerShot SD780 IS, which is smaller, is less expensive, takes better still images, and produces gorgeous HD video."