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Carl Zeiss at Photokina 2010 Tradeshow
Carl Zeiss has announced its attendance at this year’s Photokina Tradeshow in Cologne, Germany. Carl Zeiss will also announce new lenses and for the first time, accessories at the tradeshow. The “application island” at their booth in Hall 2.1 will feature the entire line of Carl Zeiss lenses, allowing consumers to touch, test and even […]
Read More »Sony announces Carl Zeiss Distagon T* 24mm f/2 SSM, DT 35mm f/1.8 SAM and 85mm f/2.8 SAM Lenses For Alpha DSLR Cameras
Today, Sony announced the Carl Zeiss Distagon T* 24mm f/2 ZA SSM (model SAL24F20Z), the DT 35mm f/1.8 SAM (model SAL35F18) and the 85mm f/2.8 SAM (model SAL85F28) lenses to its A-Mount lens line-up for Alpha DSLR cameras. The Carl Zeiss Distagon T* 24mm f/2 ZA SSM lens features built-in SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor) […]
Read More »Sony Alpha DSLR-A560
Today, Sony announced the Alpha DSLR-A560 to its Sony Alpha Digital SLR lineup. The A560 features 14.2 megapixels, Sony’s Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor, Sweep Panorama mode, 3D Sweep Panorama, Full HD 1920×1080 60i video capture, Quick AF Live View, 7fps continuous shooting, Auto HDR, two Live View functions (AF Live View and Focus Check […]
Read More »Canon Selphy CP800 Compact Photo Printer
Canon announced the Selphy CP800 compact photo printer for printing high-quality photos from almost anywhere. The Selphy CP800 features an optional battery pack, a 2.5-inch tilt LCD screen, the new Shuffle feature that selects images from a memory card which can be compiled all on one print, Smooth Skin feature, Image Optimizer, Portrait Image Optimize […]
Read More »Kodak EasyShare M590 Digital Camera
Today, Kodak announced the EasyShare M590 digital camera. The EasyShare M590 features 14-megapixels, a Schneider-Kreuznach Variogon lens with 5X optical zoom, Kodak’s Face Recognition and Smart Capture features, built-in image stabilization, a 2.7-inch LCD with Kodak Color Science technology, HD picture and video capture, and Kodak’s Share Button so users can tag and upload pictures […]
Read More »Kodak Playtouch Pocket-Size Video Camera
Today, Kodak announced the new Playtouch pocket-size video camera. The Playtouch features a 3-inch capacitive touchscreen, LCD glare shield, 1080p HD video capture, 5-megapixel HD still picture capture, built-in image stabilization, an external microphone jack, Smart face tracking technology, on-camera editing, HDMI output, an SD/SDHC card slot (up to 32 GB), 4 capture effects, such […]
Read More »Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS – Full HD Video Pocket Camera
Of the three new compact cameras just announced by Canon, I think the pocket-sized Powershot SD4500 IS is the most exciting. This camera has me all giddy. In fact, I think it might have to be my next serious point-and-shoot camera. I just gave my favorite point-and-shoot ever, the Canon PowerShot SD950 IS, to my […]
Read More »Canon Powershot SX130 IS Ultrazoom Camera
Canon has announced a new addition to their PowerShot SX line of ultra-zoom digital cameras. The Canon PowerShot SX130 IS digital camera has a 12x image-stabilized optical zoom lens, a 3-inch LCD display and 720p HD video with stereo sound. The SX130 also includes four new in-camera still photo “creative modes:” Miniature, Fisheye, Poster, and […]
Read More »Canon PowerShot S95 Adds HD Video
Canon has warmed last year’s PowerShot S90 with an upgraded model, the S95. Not that it needed warming up. But there was one notably missing feature – HD video. The new Canon PowerShot S95 now has 720p HD video and a couple of other improvements, basically rounding out a near-perfect pocket camera.
Read More »Nikon D3100 – Full HD & Continuous Auto Focus Video
Nikon’s new D3100 digital SLR has full-HD 1080p AVCHD video and it’s the very first DSLR to offer continuous auto focus in movie mode. I could probably end this article there. Well, maybe not – there are still plenty of photographers who have zero interest in having video in their digital SLR. So for the […]
Read More »New Nikon AF-S 28-300mm VR FX Superzoom Lens
Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome the new Nikkor AF-S 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR zoom lens. That’s right folks – a 10x superzoom Nikkor lens for your full-frame Nikon digital SLR! Now Nikon FX DSLR and 35mm SLR owners have their own version of the popular, one-size-fits-all, Nikkor 18-200mm VR zoom lens. Travel photographers, event photographers […]
Read More »Nikon AF-S 24-120mm f/4G VR Zoom Lens
Today, Nikon announced the AF-S 24-120mm f/4G ED VR versatile zoom lens. The AF-S 24-120mm f/4G ED VR lens features Nikon’s Vibration Reduction (VR) II Image Stabilization system, Nikon’s Silent Wave Motor (SWM) technology, Nikon’s Super Integrated Coating (SIC) for color consistency and reduced flaring, M/A Focus Mode Switch, Internal Focus, two ED elements, three […]
Read More »Nikon AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.4G Lens
Today, Nikon announced the AF-S 85mm f/1.4G ultra-fast portrait lens. The AF-S 85mm f/1.4G lens features Nikon’s Silent Wave Motor (SWM) technology, Nikon’s Super Integrated Coating (SIC) for color consistency and reduced flaring, two focus modes, M/A (manual-priority autofocus) and M (manual), Internal Focus (IF), and Nano Crystal Coat reduce ghosting and flare.
Read More »Nikon AF-S DX 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Zoom Lens
Today, Nikon announced the AF-S DX 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR compact, super telephoto zoom lens. The AF-S DX 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR lens features Nikon’s Vibration Reduction (VR) II Image Stabilization system, Nikon’s Silent Wave Motor (SWM) technology, Nikon’s Super Integrated Coating (SIC) for color consistency and reduced flaring, Tripod Detection Mode, and a High […]
Read More »New Fujifilm 3D Camera & 3D Photography
Fujifilm announced a new 3D digital camera today, the FinePix REAL 3D W3 digital camera. I had the opportunity to see the W3 a week before its official release. I had hoped to actually touch and make some 3D stills and video with the camera. Unfortunately, that opportunity did not present itself. Instead, I sat […]
Read More »Canon Pixma MG8120 and Pixma MG6120 Wireless Photo AIO Printers
Today, Canon announced two new Wireless Photo All-In-One (AIO) printers, the Pixma MG8120 and Pixma MG6120. The Pixma MG8120 and Pixma MG6120 printers include Intelligent Touch System for seamless navigation through menus and other desired commands, Full High Definition (HD) Movie Print to print individual frames of movies, Auto Photo Fix II to correct common […]
Read More »Sony Alpha NEX-5 – Featured User Review
This is our first user review for the new Sony NEX-5 Compact Alpha interchangeable lens camera. Between the Panasonic and Olympus Micro Four Thirds cameras, the Samsung NX and the two Sony NEX cameras, the new “EVIL” (Electronic Viewfinder Interchangeable Lens) camera category is really taking off. Kamran’s review is very positive and confirms that […]
Read More »Canon EOS 7DSV (Studio Version) DSLR
Today, Canon announced the EOS 7DSV (Studio Version) DSLR. It is perfect for professional school and event photographers with four levels of “locking” camera controls for studio environments, ensuring reliability and efficient workflow for whomever is using the camera. The new “locking” feature allows administrators to disable unwanted features and settings and custom functionality management […]
Read More »Nikon Coolpix S1100pj – Projector Camera v2.0
Last year Nikon introduced the world’s first camera with a built-in digital projector, the Coolpix S1000pj. I was a skeptic, although I did think the S1000pj looked like a good buy for anyone considering an ultraportable digital projector. They say the proof is in the pudding and the pudding must have been good because Nikon […]
Read More »Nikon Coolpix S5100 – A Lot Of Camera For Under $200
The new Nikon Coolpix S5100 is a lot of camera for under $200. Like last year’s S570, which it replaces, the Coolpix S5100 has a 5x optical zoom lens and 12-megapixel sensor. The S5100 looks almost exactly the same as the Coolpix S570 but inside the camera body there are a bunch of improvements, including […]
Read More »"Olympus PEN E-PL1 For Dummies" Guide
Olympus announced the “Olympus PEN E-PL1 For Dummies” guide to help consumers better understand the Micro Four Thirds digital camera’s controls and main functions. The “Olympus PEN E-PL1 For Dummies” covers topics such as:
Read More »Sony Cybershot TX5 Waterproof Camera Review
The TX5 is Sony’s first waterproof point-and-shoot camera. Actually, I’ve been told there was a 2-megapixel model a few years ago. That makes this their first modern, rugged camera, with really useable features and resolution. The Sony Web site calls the TX5, “So rugged, it’s practically everything-proof.” It’s waterproof to 10 feet (3m), shockproof from […]
Read More »Four New Colors For Pentax K-x Digital SLR
Pentax is introducing four new K-x digital SLR colors in the US. The Pentax K-x is a 12-megapixel entry-level digital SLR with 720p HD video, sensor-shift image stabilization and in-camera HDR. It was already available in black, red and white (the “Storm Trooper” model). Now it will also be available in pink, beige, olive […]
Read More »Underwater Photography Guide's Ocean Art Photography Competition 2010
The Underwater Photography Guide has announced the Ocean Art Underwater Photography Competition 2010. Submissions will be accepted from between August 1, 2010 and November 14, 2010. The competition has 11 categories, including a Novice DSLR category, 3 compact camera categories, Supermacro, Nudibranchs, Divers/Fashion, Wide-angle, Macro, Marine Life Portraits and Marine Life Behavior.
Read More »X-Rite August Webinar Schedule
X-Rite has announced their upcoming schedule of free webinars for the month of August. RAW COLOR POWER with Adobe Lightroom and the ColorChecker Passport on Thursday, August 12, 2010 at 1:00 pm EDT and 3:00 pm EDT will include topics such as, Creating and Using Camera Profiles, Custom White Balance with the Passport, One click […]
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