This year, the honour of Best Photo Scanner in Europe 2010 was bestowed upon Epson, for the Epson Perfection V600 Photo Scanner.

TIPA judges take into account innovation, the use of leading-edge technology, design and ergonomics, ease-of-use, as well as price/performance ratio.

The Epson Perfection V600 Photo world class features that deliver outstanding performance include 6400dpi resolution, 3.4Dmax and exceptionally high quality document and film scanning capabilities, with the ability to scan film as large as 6 x 22cms.

In addition, the scanner features Epson's superior Matrix CCD Micro Lens technology, energy efficient ReadyScan LED technology and fast scanning speeds of 6 seconds

Key features:

• 6400 x 9600dpi Resolution - Outstanding photographic scanning quality combining image clarity and colour consistency
• Scanning Versatility - With two film holders, one designed for 12 frames of 35mm stripfilm or four mounted slides, and the other for 6x22cm medium format film
• Epson's ReadyScan LED Technology - instant scanning, energy efficiency and environmentally responsible mercury free LED lamps
• Advanced Matrix CCD Micro Lens Technology - creating superior image reproduction
• DIGITAL ICE Technology - an incredibly powerful tool using both hardware and software to detect and remove dust & scratch marks from colour film and slide scanning

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Epson lands two spots out of 4 in the 'CHOICE buys' multifunction printer comparison.
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CHOICE* recently tested seventeen multifunction printers from various brands including Brother, Canon, HP, Kodak and Lexmark. Ranging in price from $79 to $699, four of these printers made the CHOICE buys list, two of these printers were from none other than Epson - congratulations to the Epson Stylus Photo TX810FW and Stylus Office TX610FW multifunction inkjet printers on this commendable feat!

CHOICE tested for print quality and speed, ease of use, scanning performance and copy performance. Epson achieved impressive scores across the board which saw two models secure slots on the coveted CHOICE buys listing! CHOICE also looked at running costs, by considering the price of inks, the number of pages printed and simulated a scenario of printing five black and white pages and one photo per day, for one year. Both the Epson Stylus Photo TX810FW and Stylus Office TX610FW returned lower running costs than the tested Brother, Canon, HP and Lexmark models!

At a price of $249 RRP inc GST and a promotional price of $329^ for the Epson Stylus TX610FW andStylus Photo TX810FW respectively, your customers can choose the most appealing solution for their needs. Individual ink catridges, WiFi and Ethernet connectivity, fast print speeds of up to 40ppm, fax, automatic document feeder... it's all there. With the Epson Stylus Photo TX810FW, add CD/DVD printing, touch-panel display and the efficiencly of two-sided printing.

Let your customers make the best choice by choosing a 'CHOICE buys' product from Epson today!

NEW Canon LEGRIA FS300 series

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Canon has launched the new Legria FS300 series of lightweight and easy-to-use Standard Definition digital video cameras, comprising the Canon Legria FS36, FS37 and FS306 models. These camcorders weigh just 225 grams each, but benefit from a number of advanced imaging features, including a genuine Canon Video Lens and DIGIC DV II processor. In order to reduce the effects of camera shake, especially at the far end of each model's 41x Advanced Zoom, a new Dynamic Image Stabiliser makes the image smoother and more enjoyable to watch.

Canon LEGRIA FS series - key features:

* Genuine Canon Video Lens
* 41x Advanced Zoom (2000x digital zoom)
* 6.7cm (2.7') widescreen LCD
* Dynamic Image Stabilizer
* Intelligent lithium-ion battery system and Quick Charge
* Dual Shot mode
* Video Snapshot function
* Pre REC
* Quick Start
* DIGIC DV II processor
* Stereo audio recording
* 225g weight
* SDHC memory card slot (supporting up to 32GB memory)
* USB-out connector

Canon has also launched the new LEGRIA HF S series - a set of premium, Full High Definition (HD) camcorders designed for cinematographers and amateur video enthusiasts. LEGRIA HF S series camcorders provide the very best in HD image quality thanks to the Canon HD Camera System: an 8 Megapixel Full HD CMOS sensor, Canon HD Video Lens (10x optical zoom) and DIGIC DV III image processing. In addition, all models can record sharp, smooth, detailed AVCHD footage at up to 24Mbps - the highest data rate possible.

Steady shots at maximum zoom can be achieved thanks to a new Powered Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS). Activated manually, it works in tandem with Canon's existing Dynamic Optical Image Stabilizer system for additional shake reduction. Audio capabilities are a match for the outstanding video performance. Each model features an integrated Auto Microphone Attenuator, ensuring that audio is recorded at the optimum level during shooting, as well as offering the option of manual level control. Microphone and headphone jacks are included to complete the set of advanced audio features.

Canon LEGRIA HF S series - key features:
* 8MP Canon Full HD CMOS
* 10x zoom
* Canon HD Video Lens 8.8cm (3.5")
* Touch-screen LCD (922k dots)
* Advanced manual control, including control dial and custom key
* DIGIC DV III Image Processor 24Mbps
* Full HD recording
* Dynamic Optical Image Stabilizer with Powered Optical Image Stabilizer mode
* Instant AF Face Detection Technology
* Smart Auto
* Double SDHC card slot
* Relay Recording
* Integrated remote control terminal
* Video Snapshot HD-to-SD movie conversion
* YouTube Ready
* Eye-Fi connected functions
* Auto Microphone Attenuator
* Hexagonal diaphragm
* 25p Cinema Mode
* Mini Accessory Shoe + extensive audio controls

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