Affordable and stylish models with Arabic-support now available in the UAE
Digital lifestyle leader, BenQ, has strengthened its camera range with the launch of two new stylishly-designed and feature-packed models -the 10 mega pixel E1000 and the 8 mega pixel E820 cameras - in the UAE.
According to leading global research body, IDC, shipment volumes for digital cameras in the UAE have shot up by 31 per cent to 400,000 in 2006. To cater to growing demand, BenQ continues to introduce new models that sport state-of-the art functionalities at affordable prices.
"Recent advancements and ease-of-use have led to a surge in demand for digital cameras in the UAE," said Manish Bakshi, General Manager, BenQ, Middle East & Africa. "Our new E1000 and E820 models will meet the needs of consumers looking for economically-priced and feature-packed digital cameras."
The E1000 also carries Arabic OSD (On Screen display) menu BenQ is working towards developing customised solutions with focus on the Middle East market
IDC predicts demand for digital cameras - over 6 mega-pixel range and sporting 3x optical zoom - in the UAE will take a significant share of market as compared to those without optical zoom. This has led to vendors, such as BenQ, introducing newer models with advanced features.
"Our new range perfectly complements these trends," added Bakshi. "While our E1000 camera provides an Arabic menu with 3X optical zoom in both static and moving recording mode, the E820 model comes equipped with a Pentax 3X lens and other powerful functions."
The E1000 also boasts a bright 3-inch Low Temperature Polysilicon (LTPS) LCD display, Shake - Free hotkey and comes with an image sensor. Additionally, both cameras sport automatic face-tracking functions that help detect up to nine faces within a scene.
"We have always been at the forefront of technology adoption and our new best-selling 10 mega-pixel and 8 mega-pixel models are targeted at fashion-conscious enthusiasts - both amateur and professional," said Robert Dung, Managing Director, BenQ, Middle East & Africa.
Additionally, the E1000 supports ISO of up to 1600 to ensure picture clarity in darkly-lit environments where the use of flash is not desirable. E1000 users can also capture 12 consecutive scenes in just one second and embed creative photo frames.
On the other hand, the portable E820 model includes auto face-tracking, photo frame embedded, and optical zoom 16:9 for video. It provides 13 scene modes.
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About BenQ's E1000 digital camera:
The E1000's Shake-Free hotkey adjusts ISO and shutter speed according to the environment where the image is taken. Capturing moving objects in a darkly-lit environment can now be achieved easily with BenQ's enhanced image stabilizer.
The E1000 also boasts 24 shooting modes, including Composed Scene Mode, Oil Painting Scene Mode and Sketch Scene Mode.
Moreover, the camera supports two output sizes that enable users to print, display and edit pictures on a widescreen displays (16:9) or traditional 4:3 displays.
The E1000 camera provides an easy way to adjust aperture and shutting by incorporating the P/Av/Tv/M mode.
About BenQ's E820 digital camera:
The E820 sports functions such as an optical zoom 16:9 movies, ISO1200 and AF lamp for better image quality in low-lit environment.
About BenQ Corporation
BenQ Corporation consists of three main business groups Digital Media Business Group, Integrated Manufacturing Service Business Group and Mobile Communications Business Group. These three business groups encompass a broad range of products and each possesses a focus on providing consumer-oriented solutions designed for the digital lifestyle. 2005 revenues for BenQ Corporation exceeded US$5.07 billion dollars.
About BenQ Group
The BenQ Group is currently comprised of ten companies that operate independently while sharing resources and leveraging synergies among them. The BenQ Group companies include BenQ Corporation, AU Optronics Corporation, Darfon Electronics Corporation, Daxon Technology Inc., BenQ Guru Software Co., BenQ Hospital, Darwin Precisions, Ltd, Raydium Semiconductor Corporation, Cando Corporation and Wellypower Co., Ltd. 2005 revenues for BenQ Group exceeded US$12.36 billion dollars.
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