Minox DC 1222 is a compact digital camera that would suit a budget photographer who wants to have a simple device and get good photos at the same time. The camera’s highlights include 12- megapixel CCD image sensor, 4x optical zoom and 2.7-inch LCD screen.

It is equipped with a MINOCTAR-branded lens that offer 28mm angle of view at the wider end, which allows you to capture more space than it would be possible with 35mm lens. However, its maximum aperture disappoints – it ranges from f/3.0 to f/5.8 across the zoom range, which males the lens let less light through.

The camera’s features point-and-shoot operation and doesn’t allow much control over its settings, whether it is exposure, white balance or focusing, but it is not necessary for its target audience. It offers +/-2.0 EV of exposure compensation in 1/3 EV steps and ISO ranging from 64 to 1,600 equivalents. For low-light shooting, you can use a built-in flash strobe with 5 modes.

The DC1222 offer 32 Mb of internal memory and takes SD or SDHC memory cards (sold separately). It is powered by a lithium-ion rechargeable battery, weighs only 114 grams and measures just 19 millimeters at the thinnest part.

The software that comes with this camera includes Arcsoft Media Impression, Print Creations, and Panorama Maker.

Minox DC 1222 – Specifications:

• 12 Megapixels
• 1/2.33 CCD Image Sensor
• MINOCTAR Lens
• 4x Optical Zoom
• Focal Length Equivalent: 28mm - 112mm
• Aperture Range: f/3.0 - f/5.8
• 2.7-inch LCD Display
• No Optical Viewfinder
• Exposure Compensation: +/-2.0 EV in 1/3 EV steps
• White Balance: Auto + Five Presets
• Sensitivity: ISO64 - 1,600
• Five-Mode Built-In Flash
• 23 MB Internal Memory
• SD or SDHC Memory Cards
• Lithium-Ion Battery
• Dimensions: 5 x 55 x 19mm
• Weight: 114 grams

Minox DC 1211 digital camera was announced together with Minox DC1044 and boasts 12 megapixels of resolution 5x optical zoom and a large 3.0 inch display – all in an extremely compact metal body.

Core features of the DC 1211 include the CCD image sensor and multicoated MINOCTAR lens. Working together, they deliver pin-sharp and brilliant images.

The camera also offers optical image stabilizer to help compensate for camera shake, especially with long focal lengths. It results in perfect images taken at long exposures in difficult light conditions or in clear macro shots.

The camera can take great portraits with its automatic face recognition that ensures perfect focusing and exposure for one or several faces, and smile detection that automatically triggers the shutter when smiling faces are detected.

Other features of the new Minox DC 1211 include a shooting mode for VGA video clips and burst function for shooting of several images in immediate succession.

All audio and video data are stored on SD cards of up to 8 GB (SDHC), or in the 32 MB internal memory. The power supply is from a rechargeable Lithium ion battery.

The camera is available from October 2009.

Minox DC 1211 - Specifications:

• 12 Megapixels
• 5x Optical Zoom
• Optical Image Stabilization
• Focal Length Equivalent: 34-170mm
• Face Recognition
• 3-inch TFT LCD screen
• Sensitivity: up to ISO 800
• VGA Movies
• Power Source: Li-ion Battery
• 32MB Internal Memory
• Compatible with SD, SDHC cards
• Metal Body
• Dimensions: 98.7×59.7×23.4mm
• Weight: 128g

According to letsgodigital.org.

Minox has just announced the Minox DC 1044, a 10-megapixel digital camera with 3x optical zoom lens and 3-inch rear LCD screen. The camera is slim at only 18.8 mm in the thickest point and its weight of just 116 grams makes it true lightweight and pocket-friendly.

The CCD image sensor and the powerful MINOCTAR lens are said to deliver exceptional sharpness and brilliant image results. The 3.0 inch TFT color display allows fast assessment of the images straight after shooting, being easily seen even from different angles of view.

The manufacturer claims in the press release that the DC 1044’s autofocus responds quickly and accurately to any situation. The electronic image stabilizer, in its turn will help you to eliminate lens shake, though, at the expense of noise as ISO level will be raised.

Other useful features include automatic face and smile detection, both of which will speed up the focusing of portraits and capture the shot at the right moment. So this handy digital camera is the ideal companion for every occasion.

The DC 1044 features 32MB internal memory and takes SD and SDHC memory cards. It is powered by removable Li-ion battery.

The camera is available from specialist dealers from October 2009 with an ever-ready case included in the scope of delivery.

Minox DC 1044 Digital Camera - Specifications:

• Camera Type: Ultra Compact
• 10 Megapixels
• CCD Image Sensor
• 3x Optical Zoom
• Focal Length Equivalent: 35-105mm
• 3.0 inch TFT LCD Display
• Electronic Face Detection
• Smile Detection
• 32 MB Internal Memory
• SD & SDHC Memory Cards
• Replaceable Lithium-Ion Battery
• Digital Image Stabilizer
• Dimensions: 95 x 58 x 18.8 mm
• Weighs: 116 grams