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Gateway Dc-m40

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Brand Gateway 2002
Model DCM 40
Released Year 2002
Type Digital Cameras
Series DC-40
Color Silver
Optical Zoom 3x
Status Discontinued
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Overview

The Gateway DC-M40 is a compact digital camera introduced in the early 2000s featuring a 3.2-megapixel CCD sensor that delivers moderate image resolution suitable for casual photography.

It includes a fixed 3x optical zoom lens with a focal length range approximately equivalent to 38-114mm in 35mm terms.

Image storage is supported on CompactFlash Type I media, allowing for moderate storage capacities available at the time.

The camera utilizes an ISO sensitivity range of 100 to 400, adjustable through menu settings to accommodate different lighting environments.

Power is supplied via two AA batteries, offering moderate shooting duration and easy battery replacement.

The device supports USB 1.1 connectivity for image transfer to computers along with video output for viewing photos on TV screens.

Specifications

Maximum Aperture f/2.8
Digital Zoom 4x
Screen Size 1.3 in
Color Silver
Device Charging Range 1-234
MPN DCM 40
Battery Type AA
California Prop 65 Warning NA
Series DC-40
Type Digital SLR
Maximum Resolution 4.1 MP
Manufacturer Warranty NA
Model Gateway DC-M40
Connectivity USB 1.1, Video Out
Optical Zoom 3x
Features DPOF Support
Charger Included No
Country/Region of Manufacture Unknown
Item Weight 6.35 Oz.
UPC Does not apply
Sensor type CCD
Effective pixels 3.2 megapixels
Lens Fixed 3x optical zoom lens
Focal length 38-114 mm equivalent
ISO sensitivity 100 – 400
Storage media CompactFlash Type I
Power supply 2 x AA batteries
Display 1.5 inch LCD display
Shutter speed range 1/4 - 1/1000 second
White balance Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent
Exposure modes Program auto exposure
Image formats JPEG
Weight Approx. 300 grams without batteries
Dimensions Approx. 110 x 65 x 40 mm

Key Advantages

The DC-M40 offers a user-friendly interface ideal for beginner digital camera users.

Its compact design makes it portable and convenient for everyday use.

The use of AA batteries ensures power availability without dependence on proprietary chargers.

CompactFlash compatibility allows for easy media interchange and moderate storage expansion.

The 3x optical zoom provides basic framing flexibility not found in fixed-lens cameras without zoom.

USB connectivity supports straightforward image transfer with common computer systems of its time.

Limitations

Image resolution of 3.2 megapixels is limited for modern printing and cropping requirements.

The fixed lens zoom range is relatively narrow compared to contemporary digital cameras.

Low ISO max of 400 restricts low-light performance and flexibility.

Images are stored on now-obsolete CompactFlash Type I cards, which may be difficult to source.

Battery life with AA cells can be short compared to modern lithium-ion solutions.

USB 1.1 connectivity results in slow data transfer speeds by modern standards.

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