NEWS FEBRUARY 5, 2001

Toshiba Announces New Digital Cameras
3.3 megapixel model to sell for $599

by David Nagel
Executive Producer
dnagel@digitalmedianet.com

Toshiba today announced its new lineup of digital cameras, ranging from the $249, 1.3 megapixel PDR-M11 to the $599, 3.3 megapixel PDR-M65. The cameras will be on display beginning next week at the PMA show in Orlando beginning Feb. 11.

Toshiba's new lineup includes:

  • The PDR-M11, with a 1.3 megapixel CCD image sensor priced at $249. The model, targeted toward novices, includes a USB interface, SmartMedia storage, a fixed glass lens (f2.8/f8.0) and resolutions of 1,280 x 960.
  • Priced at $349, the PDR-M21 is a 2.1-megapixel digital camera equipped with a 2x digital zoom, SmartMedia storage and a USB interface. Targeted more toward professionals, this model includes a six-element autofocus lens (f3.0/f8.0) and produces images up to 1,600 x 1,200.
  • The PDR-M61 ($399) offers a 2.3 megapixel CCD that is able to deliver photo- images at resolutions as high as 1,792 x 1,200. It includes USB connectivity, SmartMedia storage and an all-glass 38 mm/35 mm equivalent lens with a 3x optical zoom and macro capabilities.
  • The PDR-M65 is a 3.3 megapixel camera with a 3x optical zoom for $599. It also includes a USB interface and SmartMedia storage and can capture images up to 2,048 x 1,536. It also has a five-mode automatic flash.

For more information, visit http://www.dsc.toshiba.com.

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