PictBridge-enabled cameras and printers communicate data with a USB cable.
In 2003, the Camera and Imaging Products Association launched PictBridge, a standardization technology. The technology allows camera owners to print files from a digital still camera's memory card directly to a printer by using a USB cable. The PictBridge-enabled camera and the PictBridge-enabled printer exchange information without having to connect your camera to a computer.
About PictBridge
PictBridge is a worldwide print standard compatible across camera and printer brands. The participating camera manufacturers include Canon, Fuji, HP, Olympus, Epson, Panasonic and Sony. Approximately 120 camera manufacturers worldwide integrate PictBridge in their digital still cameras. The Camera and Imaging Products Association compiles a list of certified camera models on its website, cipa.jp/english.
Canon
The Canon line of digital compact cameras that are PictBridge-enabled include the high-end PowerShot S100, PowerShot SX40 HS and the PowerShot SX150 IS. The D Series, which offers waterproof and shockproof models, includes the PowerShot D10. Canon's line of professional digital SLR cameras include the EOS-1D X, EOS 5D Mark II. Prosumer cameras include the EOS 7D and EOS 60D models.
Fuji
Fuji includes PictBridge feature in a range from entry-level to professional cameras. Point-and-shoots models include the entry-level FinePix J Series: JX420, JX370 and JX375. The F Series of compact cameras with a slim design include the F600EXR and the F605EXR. The X Series Fujifilm X10 features the Fujinon lens. The FinePix S Series for advanced amateurs and professionals includes the S4000 and S4050 with 3-inch LCD screens.
Hewlett Packard
HP offers 40 Photosmart digital cameras with the PictBridge feature. For example, the early Photosmart E217 linked to the printer with a USB mini-B connector. Examples of more upscale models include the R817, R818, R927 and R967. Other HP cameras include the DF series, such as DF820b, and DF 1010b4.
Nikon
Nikon's COOLPIX line of compact digital cameras feature the PictBridge standardization. SLR models include the D70, D80, D90 cameras with interchangeable lenses. Advanced SLR cameras include the D3X, D3S, D700 and D7000 models.
Olympus
Olympus includes PictBridge technology in its S Series point-and-shoots cameras, such as the SP-810UZ with 36X Ultra wide optical zoom. The X Series offers high-end point-and-shoot features in the SLR XZ-1. The PEN Series, such as the E-P3 and E-PL3, includes interchangeable lenses and live view.
Panasonic
Panasonic uses PictBridge technology in most of its models. The line of compact and slim cameras includes the FP7 16.1 MP that shoots both still images and high-definition movie mode. The DMC-LX5, a compact camera, features an ultra-wide-angle 24 mm Leica lens. The LUMIX G Series includes a line of digital single-lens micro cameras. For example, the DMC-GH2 HK model works with an interchangeable lens system for a compact camera body. The GH2 is compatible with a 3D lens to record 3D images.
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