Category: Toolkits

When creating images for comparison in the course of a camera evaluation, it is critical that similar conditions are used for each device.  Having the cameras, subjects, and lighting in the same setting ensures that the images are well balanced and consistent. The following imaging guides provide a description of the setup for each shot, in […]

Thinking through the deployment of equipment is just as important as actually shipping the gear out to sites.  Cutting corners before sending digital cameras out into the field can result in hidden costs down the road, unhappy customers, and a headache for support staff.  It is critical to take some time for planning before even […]

The terminology and technology surrounding digital cameras can be a little confusing.  A foundational knowledge goes a long way in cutting through information presented in manufacturer’s specifications and user reviews. This brief technology overview aims to make the reader more familiar with concepts and terms used when discussing digital cameras. The Basics A digital camera […]

The “About This Technology” section aims to bring members up to speed on the concepts and terms behind digital cameras.  Additionally, this sections looks at what it takes to get this technology past the assessment phase and out into the field through discussion on purchasing, deployment, and support.  Also included are resources to assist in […]

You can find information on our findings in the following sections: 2010 Camera PowerPoint – the slides used in a presentation on our process and findings.

In the course of evaluating the market of digital cameras at the price limit of $400, we looked at the following manufacturers: Canon – PowerShot Casio – Exilim FujiFilm – FinePix Kodak – EasyShare Nikon – Coolpix Olympus – FE & Stylus Panasonic – Lumix Pentax – Optio Samsung – HZ, SL & TL Sony […]

A handful of standards exist pertaining to teledermatology.  If you feel that there are additional standards that should be included in this toolkit, please email us. Basic Guide to Dermatologic Photography is available at the American Telemedicine Association website.  This guide was written in 1999 by Major Hon S. Pak in the Walter Reed Army […]

As the point-and-shoot digital camera market is targeted at the consumer market, there are already a lot of resources on the internet that help provide consumer education.  Some of these sites are very useful, and can help support you in the decision-making process when establishing which cameras you should bring in for assessment. Digital Photography […]

The “Assessment Process” section of the digital camera toolkit looks at key information driving parts of our assessment decisions and process.  We include an overview of our process, a description of how to perform functional and quality analysis of digital cameras, and a list of camera manufacturers that we have looked at as a part […]

The digital camera holds a unique place in the telehealth technology market.  On the one hand it is a common device used by many people, typically taken from the consumer market and used in a clinical setting.  These devices are relatively cheap, easy to use, and familiar to most users.  On the other hand, the […]