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| Olympus PT-E05 Underwater Case |
| 2008-05-14 12:58:00 |
Special underwater case for E-520The PT-E05 underwater case has been specially customised for Olympus E-520 and is waterproof up to a water pressure equivalent to a depth of 40 metres. With its durable, high quality polycarbonate construction, it protects the camera from water while also cushioning it from knocks and bumps on land. As a genuine advantage to the underwater photographer, he can make use of the Live View function and use the large 2.7"/6.9cm LCD instead of the viewfinder. The flash connectors allow optional use of up to two UFL-2 underwater flash units. Five interchangeable lens ports allow the optional use of 14-42mm, 14-45mm, 11-22mm or 14-54mm, 7-14mm, 8mm Fisheye and the 35mm as well as the 50mm Macr...
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| Phase One Updates Capture One 4 |
| 2008-05-14 12:40:00 |
Capture One 4.1 Introduces Lens+ and Focus+ Technologies Broadens DSLR Camera SupportPhase One today released Capture One 4.1, the RAW workflow software designed to deliver superior image quality.Breakthrough Capture One 4.1 features tethered shooting with Phase One digital backs.The application introduces image-enhancing Lens+ and Focus+ technologies, initially supported on “Mamiya”-mounted Phase One digital backs with selected Phase One and Mamiya lenses.“Superior image quality is Phase One’s consuming passion,” said Jan H. Christiansen,marketing director of Phase One. “We are committed to extending new technologies to answer the needs of the world’s most demanding photographers.”Capture One 4.1 camera support now includes Mamiya ZD, ZD Ba...
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| Ray Flash Review |
| 2008-05-14 12:29:00 |
The ringflash was originally invented for medical photography. Its shadowless light makes it ideally suited to creating warts 'n' all images of, er, warts. We'll come back to that later. It was quickly adopted by macrophotographers, because having a flash that surrounds the lens makes it almost perfect for close-up work. Then in the 1970s, some bright spark thought of using it on people and the soft, even light has been in and out of popularity ever since.Traditionally, ringflash units fall into two camps; expensive, specialist and dedicated to a camera, or really expensive, specialist and too heavy to use outside the studio. The common words - 'expensive' and 'specialist' - meant that until recently the ringflash was the preserve of the professional. The R...
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| Zeiss ZA Vario-Sonnar T* 24-70mm f/2.8 SSM (Sony SAL-2470Z) Review / Test |
| 2008-05-14 12:27:00 |
The Zeiss ZA Vario-Sonnar T* 24-70mm f/2.8 SSM will surely find many fans. In terms of resolution is may well be the hottest cake around in this class and neither distortions nor vignetting are problems to worry about (all within the APS-C scope). Lateral CAs may be visible at times in wide-angle images but it's a non-issue in the middle to upper zoom range. The only sour aspect of the lens is the quality of the bokeh (character of the out-of-focus blur) which could be better @ 70mm f/2.8 - this may cause headaches for some users. The lens is also somewhat prone to flare. The build quality of the Zeiss is very good although we expected a tad less plastic and some sort of sealing in a lens targeting the professional market. Both tested lens samples showed a centering problem at 70mm - this ...
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| Ridata Adds Ultra-Large 32GB Model To Its Ultra Fast, 233X Lightning Series of CompactFlash Cards |
| 2008-05-14 12:22:00 |
Advanced Media, Inc., manufacturer and marketer of the popular Ridata brand of recordable DVD, flash media, electronic storage products, and digital accessories, has introduced a 32GB model to its 233x Lightning Series of CompactFlash® cards. Proving size does matter in memory cards, it boasts one of the largest capacities, fastest transfer rates available in a CF card. It joins existing 233x Series models featuring 2GB – 16GB storage capacities.“Mobile digital products continue to get more and more sophisticated,” commented Harvey Liu, president of Advanced Media, Inc. “To that end, they require more data storage and faster read times. Our new 32GB 233x Lightning Series CompactF...
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| Sony Alpha 350 digital camera review |
| 2008-05-13 08:25:00 |
The Sony Alpha 350 is the step-up model from the Alpha 200, itself the replacement for the original Alpha 100 tested here in August 2006. Significant improvements have been meted out and there is some streamlining in terms of controls as well. However, it is an accomplished model and it is the highest resolution sub-£500 DSLR on the market. Well almost, it’s £519 body only.And so, overall, the Alpha 350 has been balanced out to provide a range of advanced features and Live View with a high-resolution sensor but at the cost of some of its predecessors handling capabilities and control. Its performance is excellent and the image quality, even at higher ISOs is very good indeed and makes the Sony Alpha 350 certainly worth considering if you’re in the mark...
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| Olympus E-520: First Look & Preview |
| 2008-05-13 08:00:00 |
Olympus E-520 First Thoughts [www.digitalcamerareview.com]Olympus E-520: First Look [www.popphoto.com]Olympus E-520 compared to E-510 and rivals [www.cameralabs.com]DCRP First Look: Olympus E-520 [www.dcresource.com]...
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| ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm 1:4.0-5.6 (18-36mm) |
| 2008-05-13 07:45:00 |
In yet another expansion to the rapidly growing E-System lens line-up, Olympus unveils the ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm 1:4.0-5.6 (18-36mm)* extreme wide angle lens. This affordable complement to the ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 18-180mm 1:3.5-6.3 (36-360mm)* enables stunningly original perspectives with an extra-wide field of view. And at just 280g, it weighs in at significantly less than those of the competition. The Four Thirds-based ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm 1:4.0-5.6 (18-36mm)* extreme wide angle lens will go on sale in 2008.Focus on more with the larger depth of field afforded by the ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm 1:4.0-5.6 (18-36mm)* lens. This super-compact and light-weight addition to the E-System family is ideal for anything from sweeping desert landscapes to broad shots...
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| Olympus E-520 |
| 2008-05-13 07:04:00 |
The perfect moment doesn’t wait. That’s why serious photographers need serious equipment so that they are ready for whatever comes. With its pro features and top image quality, the new Olympus E-520 D-SLR fits the bill perfectly. The next evolution to the EISA Award-winning E-500 series incorporates a built-in image stabiliser to ensure blur-free shots irrespective of the lens attached – no matter if wide-angle or ultra-tele and without the need for a tripod. Matched with the Supersonic Wave Filter dust protection system and improved Live View capabilities, the freedom to frame and take great, crystal-clear photos is virtually limitless. Based upon the forward-looking “designed for digital” Four Thirds Standard, the 10.0 Megapixel E-520 with Liv...
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| Olympus E-3 - full review |
| 2008-05-12 11:35:00 |
The Olympus E-3 is the long-awaited new flagship of the Four Thirds standard. The E-3 doubles its predecessor's resolution to 10 Megapixels, features tough weather-proof construction, built-in image stabilisation, a fully-articulated screen with Live View, and of course the legendary SSWF anti-dust filter. Olympus has also addressed two concerns with the Four Thirds standard by equipping the E-3 with a large viewfinder and a new 11-point AF system which it claims is the World's fastest. It's an impressive specification, but directly up against models like the Nikon D300, not to mention the more affordable Canon EOS 40D and Sony Alpha A700. To find out how it compares and whether it's a contender in the semi-pro market, check out our Olympus E-3 review - a...
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| Canon EF 100-400/4.5-5.6L IS USM Review |
| 2008-05-12 11:32:00 |
The EF 100-400/4.5-5.6L IS USM is clearly the winner when it comes to a combination of quality and convenience. The ability to zoom out to 400mm makes it much more useful for situations where action can be close or far away, for example in sports photography. In such situations taking the time to add a TC to a prime lens can mean you miss critical action. It is a stop slower than the 300/4L at 300mm, and that may be it's only major drawback when comparing the lenses. The prime lens allows the use of faster shutter speeds. Of course the 100-400IS a little more expensive and a little heavier, but that's only to be expected in a zoom. With a 1.4x TC it produces quite good image quality, though unless you play tricks by masking off pins, it won't AF on most EOS bodies. Even with a 2x TC the im...
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| EYE-FI UNVEILS NEW FAMILY OF PRODUCTS |
| 2008-05-12 11:23:00 |
Today Eye-Fi, Inc. (www.eye.fi), makers of the world’s first wireless SD memory card, announced an extended product line-up designed to make photo sharing easier and meet the needs of individual users.“We understand that each photographer has his or her own way of sharing memories,” said Jef Holove, chief executive officer of Eye-Fi. “Some users are thrilled to easily upload photos from camera to computer, while others want a much richer photo sharing experience, even when away from home. By offering three different Eye-Fi Cards and new features, our goal is to give consumers exactly what delights them.”Eye-Fi announced three new wireless SD memory cards, including the Eye-Fi Explore, which will automatically add geographic location tags to each photo and will allow users to uplo...
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| EYE-FI UNVEILS AUTOMATIC GEOTAGGING AND HOTSPOT CONNECTIVITY WITH EYE-FI EXPLORE |
| 2008-05-12 11:20:00 |
Today Eye-Fi, Inc. (www.eye.fi), makers of the world’s first wireless memory card for digital cameras, today announced the Eye-Fi Explore, a new card designed to make photo sharing richer, easier and more convenient. Unveiled at the O’Reilly Where 2.0 Conference, the Eye-Fi Explore allows users to automatically upload photos from more than 10,000 hotspots while away from home or from their home wireless network. It also automatically tags users’ photos with information about where the image was captured.“The Eye-Fi Explore delivers the two enhancements most requested by our users,” said Jef Holove, CEO for Eye-Fi. “Our geotagging service automates what is today a compelling, though time-consuming and manual, experience. And, our hotspot access will allow travelers, bloggers, an...
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| onOne Software Announces Essentials 2 for iPhoto |
| 2008-05-12 11:18:00 |
onOne Software, Inc., announces today the availability of Essentials 2 software for iPhoto users. Essentials 2 for iPhoto is a collection of four easy-to-use software tools to help correct color, creatively blur a photo for dramatic visual impact, add creative borders and resize digital images for high quality large prints. The software tools included within Essentials 2 for iPhoto are based on technology used in the professional level onOne Software Photoshop® plug-ins PhotoTune 2.2, FocalPoint 1.0, PhotoFrame 3.1 and Genuine Fractals 5.The Essentials 2 for iPhoto software suite provides users of the popular iPhoto image editing and organizing software with four important plug-in so...
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| Canon EOS Rebel XSi Review |
| 2008-05-12 11:15:00 |
We kicked off our session in Auto, with maximum JPEG size (4272 x 2848 pixels) and in burst mode. Here the camera handles all the settings—focus, white balance and ISO; you just adjust the zoom and fire away. And blast away the XSi certainly does. This D-SLR is far more responsive than recent Sony and Pentax models reviewed. Canon added its latest processor (DIGIC III) previously found only on much more expensive editions as well as a new AF sensor. The nine-point system also has one cross type in the center. All of this adds up to a camera that feels like it’s ready to explode when you put it into burst mode. Press the shutter and you’ll know what we mean.Canon gives the XSi a rating of 3.5 frames per second, and this was pretty close to the conclusi...
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| Bibble Pro Version 4.10 Adds Nikon D60, Canon Rebel XSi, and more |
| 2008-05-10 09:48:00 |
Bibble Labs, Inc. today announce immediate availability of Bibble Pro and Bibble Lite. Version 4.10 adds support for eight of the newest digital SLR's: Nikon D60, Canon Digital Rebel XSi (450D), Sony a200, a300, and a350, Pentax K20D and K200D, and Olympus E-420. This update also adds lens calibration data for 14 new lenses and fixes several minor issues found in previous releases. Version 4.10 is the last planned update to Bibble Lite and Bibble Pro before the launch of Bibble 5.Since the release of version 4.0 over three years ago, Bibble users have received over a dozen free updates. Many of these upgrades added major new features like digital noise reduction powered by Noise Ninja technology, Perfectly Clear One-Touch...
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| Canon EOS Rebel XSi Review |
| 2008-05-09 13:15:00 |
Don’t expect anything radical here—this is a basic black D-SLR with a matte-black body and some textured finish on the pistol grip and rear thumb rest. Yes, there’s an option for a silver body, but if you’re buying a camera of this type, black is what you want.The XSi is definitely lighter than the models we’ve recently reviewed (more plastic, less metal). It weighs 16.8 ounces for the body alone, 25.6 with battery and kit lens. To some, this lighter weight could be considered a bonus, since it means less shoulder ache as you walk around with the camera and it’s easier to hold steady (depending on the lens, of course). Others, however, might think they’re being shortchanged and prefer a more robust frame. As for pure dimensions, the XSi measures 5.1 x 3.8 x 2.4 (WHD, in inche...
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| Transcend Releases Extreme Speed 300X CompactFlash® Card |
| 2008-05-09 13:11:00 |
Following growing consumer demand for larger capacity, high-speed memory cards, Transcend Information, Inc. (Transcend), a global leader in flash memory products and DRAM memory modules, today revealed its new Extreme Speed 300X CompactFlash card – a worthy addition to Transcend’s award-winning line of high speed, ultra-reliable flash memory cards.Transcend’s Extreme Speed 300X CompactFlash cards operate in dual-channel Ultra DMA mode 5*, the fastest speed available for CF cards. This interface allows Transcend’s 300X CF cards achieve extraordinarily fast read/write speeds of up to 45MB per second on average**, making consecutive shooting and non-stop video recording with today’s high-performance digital single lens reflex cameras (DSLR) easier than ever. With impressive transfer...
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| FocalPoint 1.0 Plug-in for Photoshop Now Available |
| 2008-05-09 13:07:00 |
onOne Software, Inc., announces today that its new software plug-in for Adobe Photoshop and Photoshop Elements - FocalPoint 1.0 - is now available for immediate download. onOne Software's FocalPoint is a selective focus and vignetting plug-in designed to help photographers easily blur and/or vignette areas of an image.Popular among professional wedding, portrait and commercial photographers, the soft defocused look typically produced in camera by using special selective focus or tilt-shift lenses, filters or vignetting hoods can now be created quickly within Photoshop using onOne Software's new FocalPoint. This new plug-in provides both professional and advanced amateur photographers with additional creative options when editing their images in Photosho...
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| Canon 450D review |
| 2008-05-09 12:55:00 |
Canon EOS review : The Canon 450D is Canon's fourth entry-level model, launched right after Canon set the world on fire with the EOS 300D that was responsible for a price breakthrough. And although we talk about a period of 5 years, which may be considered as quite a long period of time in the digital photo world, a lot of things have changed. Not only the camera in itself has changed; the amount of people using a DSLR has also increased hugely. Sometimes it's like you are left out as a photographer if you don't use D-SLR tools. And if someone spots a photographer with a professional EOS, he will proudly proclaim: "I am also shooting with an EOS". Canon truly stirred up the market with the 300D, which developed the amateur market. > Read our full Canon EOS ...
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| BreezeBrowser Pro v1.8 released |
| 2008-05-08 08:07:00 |
This release adds support for Nikon D3, Nikon D300, Pentax K20D, Pentax K10D, Olympus E-3, Sony Alpha DSLR-A700, Canon EOS 450D/Rebel XSi and Canon PowerShot G9 raw conversion. Shooting data display for Nikon DSLRs has been improved and now include focus point overlay display for recent cameras.This release also includes a new HTML template which uses PicLens for dynamic viewing of web galleries. BreezeBrowser Pro runs on Windows and is available on a 15 day free trial from Breeze Systems' website. BreezeBrowser Pro v1.8 is a free upgrade for all registered users who purchased a license within the last year. BreezeBrowser users and users who purchased a license for BreezeBrowser Pro before 5 May 2007 please see the upgrade page for details on upgrading.source : breezesys...
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| Nik Software Ships Viveza Plug-in for Aperture |
| 2008-05-08 07:57:00 |
Nik Software today released the Viveza plug-in for Aperture 2.1, Apple’s groundbreaking photo editing and management software. The Viveza plug-in allows Aperture users to selectively control light and color in photographic images without ever having to leave Aperture.“With the power and popularity of Aperture, we want our customers to decide how and where they edit their digital photos,” said Michael J. Slater president and CEO of Nik Software. “The continued enthusiasm around Viveza and U Point technology has been extraordinary and we worked closely with Apple to bring our tools to Aperture. Their new image editing SDK made it easy for us to bring our world-class solution directly into Aperture.”“Aperture has been designed to put professiona...
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| Sony Alpha A350 Compared to Nikon D80 |
| 2008-05-06 08:44:00 |
Having had the opportunity to put a Sony Alpha A350 digital SLR with DT 18-70mm lens to the test over the past couple of weeks, we can only say that its new 14.2 MP sensor is capable of offering very good results. The additional resolution provided allows for the capture of some finer details and the option to crop even further into an image compared to a 10 MP camera like the Nikon D80.Considering the relative difference in mega pixels however, we feel that the resolution advantage offered by the Alpha A350 does not really meet the cost. Taking into account that the new Alpha A300 DSLR is essentially the same camera as the Sony A350 (only real difference being the higher mega pixels on the A350), we would have to recommend the Sony A300 SLR as offering the ...
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| Nikon D300 DSLR Review |
| 2008-05-05 09:13:00 |
The Nikon D300 DSLR is an affordable professional-grade DSLR. It is a major upgrade to the Nikon D200 that it replaces and incorporates many of the features of the top of the line D3.The Nikon D300 has more features than the beginner photographer would ever need. It now also features Live View, which works like in most other DSLRs. Which is to say, it is not like what you are used to on your consumer point-and-shoot digicams. The D300 is not really for the P&S crowd looking to upgrade to a DSLR nor is it for the amateur photographer looking for a first entry-level DLSR.The professional photographer who already owns a Nikon DSLR and lens system will find the D300 to be a perfect backup DSLR. And if you are an advanced photographer looking to upgrade to a better DSLR, the D300 is a slice of ...
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| Sony Alpha DSLR-A300 Review |
| 2008-05-05 09:03:00 |
The Alpha A300 is the middle DSLR in Sony's consumer range. It takes A200's body, 10.2 Megapixel sensor and built-in stabilisation, and equips it with Live View and a screen which tilts for easier framing at high or low angles. It's a compelling package, but the big question is how it compares against the higher-end Alpha A350 - an identical model, other than its higher resolution 14.2 Megapixel sensor. Does the A350 record measurably greater detail, or does the A300 enjoy lower noise levels? Find out in our Sony Alpha DSLR-A300 review where we'll reveal direct comparisons between both Alphas along with Canon's EOS 450D / XSi. And as always, you can check out the highlights in our A300 video tour.more : cameralabs...
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| Canon Cash Back |
| 2008-05-04 09:51:00 |
Purchase any of the selected products listed below between 01.03.2008 and 30.06.2008. Cashback Offers Cashback Amount EOS 5D body £150 Cashback EOS 40D body £100 Cashback ...
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| Nikon Cash bonus |
| 2008-05-04 09:27:00 |
Purchase a Nikon D80, D200 or D300 (when purchased with most ‘AF-S’ lenses) between 01/05/08 and 30/06/08 (Promotional Period) and: Complete this claim formPhotocopy your purchase receipt that lists the items of purchase Photocopy all barcodes on the camera product box Tear off the ‘Distributor’s Record Slip’ for your camera, (and also the ‘Distributor’s Record Slip’ for the lens if a D200 or D300 was purchased). These documents will be located in their respective product boxes.And send your claim to Nikon Cash Back Promotion, PO BOX 707, EASTERN SUBURBS MC, NSW, 2004. Claims must be received by close of business on 31/07/08. Payment will be made into your account within 60 days of your claims approval.For any enquiries regarding your claim, ...
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| Nikon AF-S VR Nikkor 70-200mm 1:2.8G review |
| 2008-05-03 07:53:00 |
Nikon first announced the development of the AF-S VR Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED-IF in February 2002, with the lens becoming available to buy in April 2003. Billed by Nikon as a 'compact, lightweight' fast telephoto, the lens features a complex optical design of 21 elements in 15 groups, including no fewer than 5 Extra-low Dispersion (ED) elements for the correction of aberrations. It improves on its predecessor, the AF-S 80-200mm f/2.8G, mainly by incorporating an optical image stabilisation unit (or in Nikon speak, 'vibration reduction'), allowing hand holding at shutter speeds up to three stops lower than normal without image degradation due to camera shake.The 70-200mm f/2.8 class of fast telephoto zoom is (along with the fast standard zoom) one of the key workhorse lenses for the workin...
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| Hands-on with the Olympus E-420: Pancake day |
| 2008-05-02 08:36:00 |
The Olympus E-410 was our Editors' Choice of cameras last year, and the E-510 was our travelling companion around CES earlier this year. We didn't think it was possible for entry-level dSLRs to get much lighter on their feet, but Olympus has pulled a rabbit out of the hat with the E-420, a teeny-tiny dSLR that gets even nimbler with the addition of a dinky pancake lens.The E-420 is a 10-megapixel camera that weighs a mere 440g. One-handed operation is no bother at all, and at 130 by 91 by 53mm, it practically nestles in the palm. Sure, small SLRs aren't everyone's teacup, but there's no denying the portability of this little fella.Images are raw or JPEG, recorded to CompactFlash or xD picture card. An optical pentamirror...
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| Nikon boosts cashback for May bank holiday |
| 2008-05-02 08:22:00 |
Nikon UK is celebrating the Bank">May bank holiday by increasing its spring cashback offer on the Nikon D60 by 50% on purchases made between 1st - 7th May 2008, inclusive.Over the bank holiday weekend customers will be able to claim 50% more cashback on the existing spring promotion up to the following amounts: D60 single lens kitSpring cashback - £40/€5050% extra cashback (1st May – 7th May 08) - £60/€75D60 twin lens kitSpring cashback - £60/€7550% extra cashback (1st May – 7th May 08) - £90/€120All claims are required by 31st July 08Customers should look out for the promotional voucher which will be available in selected national newspapers over the bank holiday, as well as se...
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| Canon Rebel XSi Review |
| 2008-05-02 08:20:00 |
Expectations for the XSi were admittedly high, and hence the opportunities for Canon to come up short in the court of public opinion were numerous. In spite of this high bar, the XSi will unquestionably win converts to Canon with its (still) excellent AF system, super-smooth CMOS sensor with very impressive high ISO performance, and (for some users, at least) reasonably functional live view system. Default image processing is perhaps a little bland, though the opportunities to fine tune it are among the best found on an entry-level DSLR. Great lens and flash selections, an interface that works well for those who like dedicated controls for nearly every function, and plenty of opportunities for customization will further entice serious shooters looking for a...
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| Pentax K200D Digital SLR Review |
| 2008-05-01 10:19:00 |
The K200D carries on what the K100D started and is still a better build quality than the nearest rivals with its metal chassis. This does make the camera heavier, but I can let that slide for a more durable camera.The lens mount is metal which is standard on any camera these days, but the lenses usually have a plastic mount. Kits for the K200D are available and the advantage of this is the 18-55mm lens having a metal mount as well. This promotes longevity and I think it's a great idea which could be a purchasing decider.Pentax have also been kind enough to fit it with dust and weatherproof rubber seals in the battery bay and card door.The K200D retains the previous battery compatibility of four AA batteries. This would've been a disadvantage in the past with the lack of power compared to d...
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| Subal ND30 underwater housing for Nikon D300 dSLR review |
| 2008-04-30 08:39:00 |
When the Nikon D300 was released last summer (’07) I along with many other underwater photographers recognised that its introduction coupled with the relatively low retail price would substantially influence uwp world over. In my role as uwp educator I decided to ‘jump on the bandwagon’ and upgrade from my trusty, reliable and much loved D200.You need to know that I have favoured Nikon since my days with a Nikon F2 and Oceanic housings of the 80’s. I have owned and used Subal housings since the introduction of the Nikon F801 in the early 1990’s. In my teaching role I regularly instruct in Ikelite, Sea & Sea, Nexus and Hugyfot DSLR housings. Whilst I’ll endeavour to be impartial as I can, the influence that...
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| Sealux CD300 Housing for the Nikon D300 Review |
| 2008-04-30 08:31:00 |
Whilst my previous two Sealux housings were functional and durable (see http://www.underwaterdisplay.net/rig for reviews) the CD300 shows an improvement in aesthetics and ergonomics with the introduction of some subtle changes including: curved handles and conically tapered flat ports for close-up and macro work.A feature on Sealux housings which I think is a good design attribute is the raised inner lip on the housing body which stops water falling back into the housing when the housing back is removed after a dive. This also serves as a guide to placement of the lid on the housing body for sealed closure. Attention to detail is evident in the design of the CD300. Mineral glass rather than polycarbonate is used for the window over the D300 monitor displa...
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| Canon EOS 450D / Rebel XSi hands-on preview |
| 2008-04-30 08:03:00 |
Four and a half years have passed since the first affordable digital SLR from Canon; the EOS 300D (Digital Rebel). In that time we have witnessed two further iterations (the EOS 350D and EOS 400D) leading up to todays fourth generation EOS 450D, with twice the megapixel count of the original (twelve versus six) in a smaller body with a far wider range of functionality and features and a $200 lower list price. Since those heady days in 2004 when the EOS 300D was the only kid on the block we've seen Nikon, Pentax and Olympus all attempt to hit the same sweet spot of size, features and price at the 'lower end' of the DSLR market, with varying degrees of success. Without a doubt the EOS 450D will have to do more today to prove i...
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| EOS-1D Mark III Firmware Update Version 1.2.3 |
| 2008-04-30 07:59:00 |
This firmware update (Version 1.2.3) incorporates the following improvements. Includes the following new features that were frequently requested by customers to the new firmware.a. Direct selection of AF points by the Multi-controller is added to C.Fn III-9.b. Alternate access to Exposure compensation is added to C.Fn IV-3.c. With the camera’s External Speedlite control menu, Flash function settings can be used to set the Wireless setting and Zoom.Improves the stability of AF accuracy in AI servo AF when shooting extremely low-contrast subjects. The Version 1.2.3 firmware being released this time is for cameras with firmware up to Version 1.1.3. If the camera's firmware is already Version 1.2.3, it is not ne...
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| EOS-1Ds Mark III Firmware Update Version 1.1.2 |
| 2008-04-30 07:53:00 |
This firmware update (Version 1.1.2) incorporates the following improvements. Includes the following new features that were frequently requested by customers to the new firmware.a. Direct selection of AF points by the Multi-controller is added to C.Fn III-9.b. Alternate access to Exposure compensation is added to C.Fn IV-3.Improves the stability of AF accuracy in AI servo AF when shooting extremely low-contrast subjects. The Version 1.1.2 firmware being released this time is for cameras with firmware up to Version 1.0.6. If the camera's firmware is already Version 1.1.2, it is not necessary to update the firmware.source : canon...
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| "ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-60mm f2.8-4.0 SWD" Receives TIPA "Best Expert Lens 2008" Award |
| 2008-04-29 01:40:00 |
Olympus Imaging Corporation (President: Masaharu Okubo) is pleased to announce that the Four Thirds system standard-based ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-60mm f2.8-4.0 SWD lens (introduced in November 2008) has received the Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) Award for "Best Expert Lens 2008".The Technical Image Press Association is an independent association of writers and editors representing 30 publications in 13 European nations, and annually presents awards honoring products and technologies of special merit in the fields of photography and imaging.The ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-60mm f2.8-4.0 SWD is a high-performance standard zoom lens that features the SWD (Supersonic Wave Drive) autofocusing system and covers a zoom range equiv...
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| Aquatica announces Canon 1D/1Ds Mark III underwater housing |
| 2008-04-29 01:35:00 |
Aquatica is proud to announce its latest addition, the housing for the fabulous Canon 1DS mark III, with 21.1 mega pixels this camera/housing combination will push the boundaries of underwater photography to another level. Machined from solid aluminum, treated and anodized to military specification, then painted with a robust weather and wear resistant finish, this addition to our already wide selection of housings will benefit from the same 300 ft. depth rating that set us apart from our competitors.The 1DS Mk III housing has the same mounting bayonet that will accept our existing accessories as well as ports, including our tack sharp Megadome, Aqua View finder and remote control cord...
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