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Fujifilm’s FinePix F200EXR digital camera introduces the world to Super CCD EXR technology. Combining the 12-megapixel, Super CCD EXR with a powerful Fujinon 5.0x wide angle optical zoom lens and a large 3.0-inch high-resolution LCD, the FinePix F200EXR is Fujifilm’s most advanced compact digital camera yet.

The FinePix F200EXR offers 3 selectable modes in one sensor:
* Fine Capture Mode (High Resolution), which deploys all twelve million pixels, and is designed to offer the finest detail of intricate subjects when light is full and even.
* Pixel Fusion Mode (High Sensitivity and Low Noise), which caps two adjacent pixels together to produce six million large photodiodes, which are big enough to absorb light in the darkest of conditions, to produce low-light shots of extraordinary quality with minimal noise and grain.
* Dual Capture (Wide Dynamic Range), which captures different exposures with two sets of six million pixels, which, when combined, gives an excellent level of detail in highlights and low lights that would otherwise be lost.

Technical Details :
* 12-megapixel Super CCD EXR.
* 5x wide-angle, dual image stabilized optical zoom.
* EXR Auto function; Dynamic Range Bracketing; Face Detection 3.0.
* 3.0-inch LCD screen; HD photo capture.
* Capture images to SD/SDHC/xD memory cards(not included).

FinePix F200EXR Highlights :
- Extreme Sensor Super CCD EXR Debut.
- Even Closer to the Human Eye – 3-way Capture Technology.
- EXR AUTO: Extreme Point-and-Shoot The EXR AUTO not only automatically recognizes the scene and selects the ideal shooting mode, but also “switches” the sensor to the perfect capture mode for the conditions.
- EXR AUTO in Macro Mode (3-way Capture Technology) As soon as you frame the close-up shot, EXR AUTO not only selects Macro mode, but switches the sensor to the appropriate high resolution capturing modes in full 12-megapixels.
- EXR AUTO: Just “As Your Eye Sees It” With the sensor and every settings automatically optimized for the scene, the image can be captured just as your eyes see them.
- EXR Priority: Extreme Creativity With EXR Priority, you can manually switch the sensor to one of three capture modes. Just like your eye prioritizes different functions for optimal viewing of different scenes, each EXR mode uses a different approach to change how the sensor captures the image.
- Priority Shooting Mode For more hands on control, you can choose Aperture Priority to manually select aperture and control depth of field.
- Unique Shooting Modes Capture best of all.
- Newly Evolved: Film Simulation Mode Simulate the distinctive look of 5 different types with just a touch of a button. Modeled on Fujifilm brands loved by professional photographers, each breathes life into your image with a quality that previously only film could capture.
- Face Detection 3.0.
- Red-Eye Correction in Detected Faces.

PROS :
- Good image quality.
- Great low-light performance.
CONS :
- Average Looks.
- Fiddly controls.
- No optical viewfinder.

Let your select Sony HDMI components play in harmony with the simple setup and connectivity of the DAV-DX265 theater system. Highly advanced BRAVIA Theater Sync technology allows you to easily control select HDMI devices with one touch on the included remote control. And you’ll be enjoying music and movies in no time with automatic digital cinema calibration that optimizes sound from every speaker. For crystal-clear video, the integrated high-performance 5-DVD/CD changer upscales standard 480p DVDs to 1080i resolution (requires compatible television) and conveniently features a dedicated Digital Media Port (DMP) for connecting optional DMP-compatible accessories. The DMP allows you to play music from a PC client device, Bluetooth receiver, audio docking station, Network Walkman(R) or iPod digital music player. The system also automatically optimizes sound characteristics for movies or music.

Technical Details :
* 5-disc DVD/CD/SA-CD player.
* Powerful 1000-watt RMS rating.
* BRAVIA Theater Sync technology for flawless picture and sound.
* Digital Media Port lets you expand your home theater’s capabilities.
* Seamless HDMI upscaling to 720p/1080i of DVD media.

HDMI Output with 1080i upscaling of DVD Media — Reads the data on a standard DVD at 480P and upscales the video resolution to 1080i resolution on your compatible TV. This allows for you to enjoy the best in video performance while delivering digital video and audio over one simple cable. BRAVIA¿ Theater Sync — As a leader in products with HDMI connectivity, Sony has created BRAVIA¿ Theater Sync to go beyond simple audio and video transmission. When combined with a select number of BRAVIA¿ Televisions and other Sony audio and video products, in addition to audio and video transmission, control functions will be transmitted via the HDMI cable. With One Touch Play, operations that took several steps have been reduced to one. Press the PLAY button on the remote, watch the audio and/or the video component(s) turn on then the BRAVIA¿ television turn on and switch to the correct video input Simple Easy BRAVIA¿ Theater Sync.

PROS:
- Splendid 1080p upscaling.
- Easy setup.
- Good sound quality.
CONS :
- No coaxial or optical audio inputs.
- The speaker wire uses proprietary connectors.

Underneath the surface of this cleverly engineered players features the most advanced support for high definition video and picture viewing. With H.264(MKV) support, HDMI 1.3 output and a SATA HDD interface, the M-6500A guarantees maximum performance while delivering the ultimate quality in high definition video and audio, without sacrificing storage space. Choose from a compact & discrete box-designed shape.

Technical Details :
* Sigma Design SMP8635.
* Format : .mkv, .avi, .wmv, .mpg, .iso .vob, .ifo, .mp4, .asf, .tp, .trp, .ts, .m2ts, .mov(H.264).
* Codec : MPEG 1 / 2 / 4, AVI, XVID, WMV9(MP@HL), H.264(BP@L3, MP@4.0 and HP@4.0) , VC-1(MP@HL, AP@L3).
* MP3, WMA, AAC, Ogg(on audio file only), PCM, M4A(lossless not support), AC3, FLAC(on audio file only), WAV.
* SATA I,II HDD only.
* 1,300g (with HDD).

This teeny box offers a complete hassle free approach – slide in a hard drive and it’s ready to spin. simply buy it, plug it, and enjoy it.
Switch it on and it takes a healthy 30 seconds to boot.The large LCD tells you when it is ready. And, the oversized icon ensures even Scooby Doo can paw it with ease. Connectivity-wise, there’s a v1.3 compliant HDMI port and both optical and coaxial audio outputs are present. Alongside are component, composite and S-video outputs, along with two USB host ports for connecting flash or external hard drives. An extra USB port for copying digital content from the PC is present too. But most importantly, it features an Ethernet jack and configuring the network settings is a cakewalk.

PROS :
- Performance and nice video quality.
- Convenience.
CONS :
- Build quality.
- Price

The Sennheiser IE 8′s audio performance warrants a standing ovation. Rediscover your music collection and tailor it to your aural tastes with a tunable bass frequency response. The customized sonic signature is complemented by a unique fit thanks to the included ear adapters, ensuring perfect fit, guaranteed. This fit isolates the user from their environment, offering passive noise attenuation and the best sound experience. The compact design of the IE 8 works with any attire in any situation. The IE 8 stores quickly and safely in the included carrying case.

Technical Details :
* High-fidelity noise-isolating ear-canal phones with unique sound tuning functionality and interchangeable cable.
* Dynamic speaker systems with powerful neodymium magnets ensure outstanding sonic accuracy and clarity.
* Excellent attenuation of noise (95%, up to 26 dB).
* Extremely durable housing and rugged interchangeable cable.
* Sleek ergonomic design and various sizes (S, M, L) of eartips for a perfect, customized fit.

CUSTOMER FEEDBACK
I have to say that this is a terrific product. The cabling is of very high quality and is replaceable in the event that the cable gets snagged or torn. Sennheiser tries to give the customer a wide variety of eartips, but my package came with one or two tips in which there was only one tip of a particular design and size. To date, Sennheiser did not have extras of the large double flanged earpieces. The Sennheiser staff were very nice to deal with. They sent some replacements,but they did not have any of the double-flanged pieces that are unique to the IE-8.

PROS :
- Incredible and authoritative audio quality.
- Comfortable fit.
- Multitude of ear tips.
CONS :
- Expensive.