Canon has announced three new digital cameras to its consumer line. The cameras range from $200 to $300 in price and are geared more towards entry level camera buyers. All three cameras have an “easy mode” which limits the functions available on the camera to simplify the digital camera user experience for people who may be less familiar with their camera.

Olympus has unveiled three new digital cameras. All three of the new camera models are expected to ship in October, and each one caters to a specific type of digital camera customer.

Canon has announced the new Canon EOS 50D digital SLR. The camera is the first to use Canon’s new DIGIC IV processor, and has many of the same features as the EOS 40D, which is currently on the market.

Sony has introduced a new addition to their Cyber-shot line, the DSC-T500. The small consumer camera takes photographs at a 10.1-megapixel resolution and can record high-definition video.

The Nikon N90 was recently announced, by accident in an article in USA Today. The digital SLR is expected to be released next month, and is expected to have the ability to record high-definition video, a first for a digital SLR.

Adobe has launched a slew of new products, as well as an update to Photoshop Elements to version 7.  The most notable being the introduction of Photoshop.com web-based photo storage, as well as a java-based mobile application for uploading photos to the web for safe-keeping.

Many cities in Arizona, especially the Phoenix area, are turning to photo-based traffic enforcement systems to more or less cut down on the need for street police.  When caught by a camera, you’re mailed tickets for minor traffic and speed violations instead of being pulled over.  The move is stirring controversy among residents, and protests have already begun.

Ricoh has announced the Ricoh R10. The 10 megapixel camera is a follow-up to the Ricoh R8. There’s no word yet on a release date and pricing for the US, but that doesn’t mean we can’t take a look.

Olympus announced two new compact cameras late yesterday the Olympus FE-360, and Olympus FE-370. Both of the new digital cameras are pocket-sized and lightweight and are sporting an 8-megapixel resolution.