Praktica launches the DPix 5000WP new camera model with underwater shooting capabilities. Though the details are unknown, the IPX8 standard proves that it can withstand long-time work in the water in conditions specified by the manufacturer.

In other respects the camera is quite modest. It is a point-and-shoot device suitable for those who don’t want to bother about the setting. Its waterproof features make it the perfect camera for holidays on the beach and outings in the pool and can be given to kids without worrying that they could spoil it.

The 5000WP uses a tiny sensor with 5-megapixel resolution. However, the images can be shot as well at 8- and 16-megapixel resolution thanks to interpolation. It is strange, but the manufacturer states that the only sensitivity setting is ISO100.

The camera uses a fix-focal lens with 4x digital zoom function and focusing range of 0.7m to infinity, and a comparatively small 2.5-inch LCD screen.

The camera does all the shooting work all by itself. There’re also 5 scene modes to choose from and 2 color effects: black and white and sepia.

The movies are shot in 720p HD resolution at a rate of 30 fps, which is a great option for such simple digicam. It is powered by 3 AAA batteries, so you can always buy a new set of batteries when they run flat.

Praktica DPix 5000WP - Specifications:

• 1/3.2″ CMOS Image Sensor
• Image Resolution: 5M, 3M, 1M; 16M (interpolated), 8M (interpolated)
• File format: MJPEG (AVI), JPEG (EXIF 2.2)
• 4x Digital Zoom
• Focal Length: 5.14mm
• 6.4 cm (2.5″) TFT Color Monitor
• Fixfocus Focusing System
• Focus Range: 0.7m - inf
• ISO Speed: 100
• Shutter Speed: 1/500 - 1/4s
• Exposure control: +/- 2.0
• Metering: Multi
• Automatic Shooting
• Scene Modes: Sport, Night, Portrait, Landscape, Backlight
• Color Effects: Color, B/W, Sepia
• White Balance: Auto, Sunny, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent
• Flash Range: 1.5m
• 16 MB Internal Memory
• SD/SDHC Memory Cards
• Movie Mode: HD 720p (30fps), VGA (30fps), D1 (30fps)
• TV System: NTSC, Pal
• Interface: USB, A/V Out
• Energy Source: 2x AAA Batteries
• Dimensions: 94×64x24mm

Praktica Luxmedia 10-23 is a new 10-megapixel digital camera from Plaktica. It features 3x optical zoom, 2.7-inch TFT color monitor and lots of user-convenience functions in a compact and lightweight body measuring just 19 mm in width. Its elegant colored body weighs 130 grams, so the camera easily slips into a pocket and can be taken everywhere.

The camera is an interesting highlight in the digital beginner’s class of cameras. It provides entry-level photographers with lots of user friendly features. Being a point-and-shoot in its essence, the camera will automatically take good pictures while you concentrate on composition of  shots. It even offers a 28 mm wide angle lens so it is very easy to shoot landscape shots, or interiors of large groups of people.

For getting the best portraits the new Luxmedia 10-23 camera supports such widespread functions as smile detection (triggers the shutter as soon your subject smiles) and face tracking (detects faces and keeps them in focus even if they move) so you will never miss that perfect moment.

The image data are stored on the SD / SDHC memory card with a capacity of up to 32 gigabytes (SDHC). In addition the camera features an internal memory of 16MB. The power supply is provided by a Lithium Ion battery.

Praktica Luxmedia 10-23 – Specifications:

• 10 Megapixels of Resolution
• CCD Image Sensor
• 2.7-inch TFT Color Monitor
• 3x Optical Zoom
• 28mm Wide Angle Lens
• 5x Digital Zoom
• Smile Detection
• Face Tracking
• 16MB Internal Memory
• Compatible with SD / SDHC Memory Card up to 32 gigabytes (SDHC)
• Dimensions: 95 x 60 x 19 mm
• Weight: 130 grams

According to letsgodigital.org.

Praktika Luxmedia 10-03 is a new camera from Praktika launched together with the 12-Z5 model. The 10-03 has 10 megapixels of resolution, 3x optical zoom and 2.7-inch LCD screen. It is a perfect match for the entry-lever photographer.

The camera belongs to a segment of ultra-flat cameras with compact and slim dimensions of just 90 x 57 x 19 mm and measuring just 105 grams of weight. It is pocket-friendly and very easy to carry with.

The Luxmedia10-03 camera is targeted at beginners in photography; it features a point-and-shoot operation so you won’t have to occupy your mind with camera settings when you want to capture a great shot – the camera will do it for you automatically.

In addition, it offers a rich choice of pre-set scene modes for you to choose from. And, it is equipped with such standard features for taking portraits as face detection, smile detection and blink detection.

The camera’s high quality zoom lens is promised to deliver good sharpness and detail for perfect image results even with long exposures under difficult light conditions or for macro shots. To ensure this digital anti-shake is available (though optical one would be much better). The autofocus is said to responds fast.

The images are stored on SD / SDHC flash memory cards with a capacity of up to 32GB or in the internal memory.

Praktika Luxmedia 10-03 – Specifications:

• 10 Megapixels of Resolution
• CCD Image Sensor
• 3x Optical Zoom
• 2.7-inch LTPS-TFT Color Display
• Face Detection
• Smile Detection
• Blink Detection
• Digital Anti-Shake
• 27 Scene Modes
• 32GB Internal Memory
• SD / SDHC Flash Memory Cards
• Dimensions: 90 x 57 x 19 mm
• Weight: 105 grams

According to letsgodigital.org.