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Toshiba PDR-M71 Camera Review
There is a lot you can expect to receive from your new Toshiba PDR-M71 digital camera. You can expect reliable quality and consistent picture taking. You can also expect to receive some Toshiba PDR-M71 accessories with your camera. You'll get the Toshiba PDR-M71 manual and always important Toshiba PDR-M71 lens which makes the Toshiba PDR-M71 digital SLR camera worthy of having. One item you will likely want to purchase in addition to your Toshiba PDR-M71 accessories, if it does not come packaged in a Toshiba PDR-M71 kit or bundle, is the Toshiba PDR-M71 leather case. These cases help to preserve your camera and protecting the Toshiba PDR-M71 body housing the digital camera parts and memory sticks or cards.
Toshiba PDR-M71 Digital Camera Specifications
| General |
Model Number |
PDR-M71 |
| Camera Format |
Compact |
| Currently Manufactured |
No |
| Retail Price |
$499.00 |
| Price Update Date |
2004-04-15 |
| Remote Control |
No |
| Weight |
240 g
8.4 oz |
| Weight With Batteries? |
No |
| Size |
107 x 71 x 47 mm
4.2 x 2.8 x 1.9 in |
| Image Capture |
Image Resolution |
2048x1536, 1024x768, 640x480 |
| Movie Resolution |
320x240, 160x120 |
| Aspect Ratio |
4:3 |
| CCD Sensor (Megapixels) |
3.40 |
| CCD Size (inches) |
1/1.8" |
| Movie Audio |
Yes |
| Quality Levels |
3 |
| Lens |
Focal Length (35mm equivalent) |
35 - 98 mm |
| Zoom Ratio |
2.80x |
| Digital Zoom |
Yes |
| Digital Zoom Values |
2.2x |
| Auto Focus |
Yes |
| Auto Focus Assist Light? |
No |
| Manual Focus |
Yes |
| Manual Focus Steps |
3 |
| Min Aperture |
f/8.0 |
| Max Aperture |
f/2.9 |
| Aperture Range Description |
f/2.9 (wide) / ??? (tele) - f/8.0 |
| Lens Thread |
52 mm |
| Lens Thread Type |
Body Threads w/ adapter |
| Display |
Optical Viewfinder |
Yes |
| Optical VF Type |
Real Image |
| LCD Viewfinder |
Yes |
| LCD Size (inches) |
1.5 |
| LCD Resolution (pixels) |
120000 |
| Max Playback Zoom |
2.00 |
| Exposure |
ISO Settings |
100, 200, 400 |
| ISO Rating Max |
400 |
| Number of White Balance Settings |
6 |
| White Balance Settings |
Auto, 5 preset |
| Longest Shutter Time |
15 |
| Shortest Shutter Time |
1/1000 |
| Exp Adj Range |
2.0 EV |
| Exp Adj Step Size |
0.50 EV |
| Metering Modes |
Multi, Spot |
| Spot Metering |
Yes |
| Aperture Priority |
Yes |
| Shutter Priority |
Yes |
| Full Manual Exposure |
Yes |
| Self Timer |
2 or 10 |
| Flash |
Internal Flash |
Yes |
| No of Flash Modes |
5 |
| Flash Modes |
Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync |
| Flash Range Default ISO (meters) |
3.0 |
| Flash Range Description |
0.8 - 3.0 meters (2.6 - 9.8 feet) |
| Image Storage |
Usable Memory Types |
SmartMedia |
| Memory Included (MB) |
8.0 |
| CCD Raw Format |
No |
| Compressed Format |
JPEG (Exif 2.1) |
| Movie File Format |
AVI (QuickTime) |
| Connectivity |
Video Out |
Yes |
| Video Mode Switchable |
Yes |
| External Connections |
Serial USB 1.1 |
| Other Connection |
DC In |
| Included Software |
Image Expert, USB driver, QuickTime 4.0 viewer |
| Performance Timing |
Movie Mode Rate (Frames/Sec) |
15.0 |
| Movie Sec @ Max Res |
60 |
| Movie Sec @ Min Res |
180 |
| Power |
Battery Form Factor |
AA |
| Usable Battery Types |
Alkaline |
| Batteries Included |
4 x Alkaline AA |
| Battery Charger Included |
No |
| More Information |
Notes & Features |
German recommended price is DM 1,699. Lens manufactured by Canon. Compatible with SmartMedia to 128MB. Complies with PRINT Image Matching, Epson's technology for color matching. Has 16MB internal RAM buffer. Can record 16 thumbnail images in 1 larger image. Movie mode (resolution unspecified) is up to 5 minutes per clip. Auto exposure bracketing mode takes multiple images with different exposure settings. Histogram feature allows exposure of images to be checked after capture. Manual focus mode has 3 presets - 1 meter, 3 meters or infinity. Comes bundled with 8MB SmartMedia card, USB and serial cables, wrist strap, lens cap, soft carrying case and software CD-ROM. Optional accessories include AC adapter PDR-ACM1E and PDR-AR52 52mm filter adapter. |
When purchasing this digital camera, give it a full Toshiba PDR-M71 review. Check the buttons and screen, make certain it fits your hand, or purchase the Toshiba PDR-M71 power grip. Check the features and capabilities. Know how to quickly change settings for light and indoor or outdoor settings. There is no film, so speed settings is not required - however you can set the frame rate on the Toshiba PDR-M71 digital camera for the video or for quick display settings. Your Toshiba PDR-M71 even allows you take a fast sequence of pictures when the setting is set for it - and can take intermittent action shots, catching it all on disk. Toshiba PDR-M71 Power GripBefore you purchase, check to see what Toshiba PDR-M71 rebate is available, if at all. And if you are not able to supplement the purchase of additional Toshiba PDR-M71 accessories from the savings set forth by a rebate - try to find the Toshiba PDR-M71 wholesale priced from a distribution outlet. Once you know which camera you want, in this case the Toshiba PDR-M71, it is just a matter of finding it for the best price. Don;t be afraid to ask questions about the Toshiba PDR-M71 camera or Toshiba PDR-M71 lenses while you are shopping, this is the only way you will find out what the location has to offer, and if there is some other product they are trying to push. All in all the Toshiba PDR-M71 camera is an excellent purchase and will provide you with excellent picture taking for years and tears, provided you maintain and care for your Toshiba PDR-M71 digital SLR camera. Enjoy your new find and take your memories with you wherever you may roam - with the Toshiba PDR-M71 powergrip digital camera.
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