Kodak has added two new entry level cameras in its EasyShare C-series: the 8Mpix C813 and the 7Mpix C713 models. Apart from different sensors, both cameras are identical. The prices are $119.95 and $99.95 for the C813 and C713 models, respectively.

Common features include:

• 3X optical zoom lens
• 2.4" (6.1 cm) indoor/outdoor color display
• Digital image stabilization
• High ISO, up to 1250
• HD still capture
• Video with sound and print options

The Ricoh G600 is a new solid compact digital camera, destined to replace the older G500. It is water-proof (1m max), dust-proof, and shock resistant (1.5m max), and features a 10Mpix CCD, ISO from 64 to 3200, 2.7″ LCD, 5x optical zoom, video capture (VGA at 30 fps), and 52MB of on-board memory. Unfortunately, with the price tag of ?350, or almost $700 the camera seems a bit overpriced, don't you think?

Nikon presents two new stylish cameras in its CoolPix line-up, the S52 and S52c models. The only difference between them is that the latter has Wi-Fi connectivity. In rest they both offer the same features, which include:

- 9Mpix sensor
- 3x NIKKOR optical zoom and OVR or optical vibration reduction
- Up to ISO 3200
- Auto-ISO control (can switch between ISO 100, ISO 800, ISO 2000, and ISO 3200)
- 3" LCD screen
- Nikon EXPEED (noise reduction technology)
- Face-Priority Auto Focus
...

Here's a list of key specifications of the Casio EX-Z9 EXilim Zoom digital camera:

- 8.1Mpix sensor
- 3x optical zoom
- Auto focus
- Macro mode
- Easy Mode for first-time photographers
- 23 Best Shot Modes
- Face detection technology
- Anti Shake DSP
- 2.6" wide LCD display
- Support for SD, SDHC, MMC, and MMC memory cards
- 18MB of built-in memory
- Colors: black, silver, orange and pink

The Casio EX-Z9 EXilim Zoom will be available this month for $159.99.

The DMC-LS80 is a new point-and-shoot digital camera from Panasonic. It is available now in a choice of pink, black and silver corors for $149.95. Check out its specs below.

- 8.1Mpix sensor
- 3x optical zoom lens (Lumix DC Vario branded)
- Maximum aperture range of f/2.8 - f/5.1
- 2.5" LCD with 230K pixel resolution
- 24MB of on-board memory
- Up to 270 shots with oxyride batteries
- Image stabilization
- Intelligent ISO
- Intelligent scene selection
etc.

Casio announced the release of the two new Exilim cameras, the EX-Z200 and EX-Z100. Both feature a 10.1Mpix CCD sensor, and 4x optical zoom with a 28-112mm lens ( F2.6-5.8 ). The EX-Z200 supports image stabilization and comes with 11.7MB of internal memory, while the EXZ100 lacks the image stabilizer system, but offers 12.1MB of on-board memory.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ5 is a new compact digicam launched today in Japan. It features a 10.7Mpix image sensor with a 10x zoom (28-280mm/F3.3~4.9), wide angle, ISO6400, 50MB of on-board memory, and video capture in HD 720p30. Dimensions and weight are 103.3x59.3x36.5mm and 241g, respectively.

These are the features of the new RICHO R8 compact digicam:

- 10Mpix Sensor
- 7.1x optical zoom
- 28-200mm lens (with wide lens mode)
- Focal F3.3-5.2
- Image stabilizer
- ISO1600
- 2.7” LCD
- 24MB of internal memory
- SD/SDHC card support
- Size/weight: 102x26.1x58.3 mm; 270 g

The price is €315 or $462.

The Canon PowerShot A580 is a new point and shoot digicam, pretty similar in design and capabilities to the A590 IS model. It is equipped with a 8Mpix CCD-type image sensor, a 4x (35mm-140mm equivalent) optical zoom lens, and has the option of fully automatic or semi-automatic settings and 16 easily selectable shooting modes...

The Nikon D60 is a new DSLR camera that features:

- 10.2Mpix sensor
- 2.5" LCD (230,000 pixels)
- ISO range of 100 to 1600 (extendable to 3200)
- Image stabilization
- Dual dust reduction technology
- Dimensions/Weight: 126.0 x 94.0 x 64.0mm; 495 grams
- AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR lens
- Start up time of 0.18 sec

No word on pricing and availability as of yet.