Agfa Introduces New ePhoto CL30 Megapixel For Less Than $400

LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 4, 1999-- Visit Agfa at CES, at Booth 4913. Agfa Desktop Products Group (DTP), a leading provider of award-winning digital cameras and desktop scanners, introduces the ePhoto CL30 -- a high-performing, easy-to-use mega-pixel digital camera for under . The ePhoto CL30 expands the range of camera choices by offering high-end features, including a USB (Universal Serial Bus) interface and a true resolution of one million pixels, for the price of a entry-level digital camera. Designed for the SOHO market, the ePhoto CL30 is ideal for anyone who requires high-quality, mega-pixel images at an affordable price.

The stylish and compact ePhoto CL30 features both an optical viewfinder and 1.8" color LCD screen -- perfect for framing shots or playing them back. The LCD screen features an on and off switch, so the user can make the most of his or her power supply. The digital camera operates on four AA-sized alkaline batteries and ships with a 4 MB CompactFlash(tm) card -- enough storage capacity for 6 to 36 images depending on the resolution setting.

The ePhoto CL30 offers image resolution of 1.5 million pixels (a true 1 million pixel image enhanced by Agfa's PhotoGenie(tm) technology) and a 2X digital zoom. In addition, the CL30 features both USB (Universal Serial Bus) and Serial downloading capabilities, satisfying the requirements of all digital camera users. The USB interface allows for extremely fast data transfer -- up to 10 times the rate of serial communication. USB also gives true meaning to the phrase plug-and-play, allowing users to plug and unplug the ePhoto CL30 for convenient switching with other USB devices, without having to reboot the PC or to chain multiple peripheral devices.

The ePhoto CL30 is a complete, out-of-the-box solution for most applications. Included are: the camera, cables (PC, Video), powerful software, a 4MB SanDisk CompactFlash removable memory card, one set of four AA-sized alkaline batteries and a soft protective case. In the U.S., the ePhoto CL30 will be available in February for the suggested price of .