As the digital revolution continues to sweep across the landscape for electronic devices, makers of cameras and camcorder are embattled in a fierce drive to develop product that are increasingly lighter weight, easier-to-use and offer greater levels of picture quality. The race to innovate is heating up in all aspects of digital imaging, including the optical, control and processing realms. Consumers meanwhile are demanding that digital imaging products be not only easier to use but that processing and sharing of images be simplified, a trend that tests both the range and depth of manufacturer competence.