Category: Digital SLR Cameras
Sony have just taken the wraps off 8 shiny new compacts, but that hasn’t stopped them promising more new products before next week’s PMA show in Las Vegas. “Keep a look out for more exciting news from Sony as we get closer to PMA” declares jpeterson on the official Sony Electronics blog. Could this be news of the much-rumoured pro-level DSLR from Sony - possibly called either the A300 or A900, depending on which flavour of internet forum you prefer. PhotographyBLOG will be at PMA to bring you all the latest news live from the show floor.
Sony have just taken the wraps off 8 shiny new compacts, but that hasn’t stopped them promising more new products before next week’s PMA show in Las Vegas. “Keep a look out for more exciting news from Sony as we get closer to PMA” declares jpeterson on the official Sony…
Olympus UK has announced that they are dropping the price of both their E-410 and E-510 DSLR cameras. The E410 body is now reduced to £319.99, a drop of £20. The E410 Single Lens kit, Double Zoom and Travel Kits all experience a £50 price reduction, now at £349.99, £449.99 and £399.99 respectively. The E510 DSLR’s have also experienced fantastic price reductions, up to as much as £150 on the range. Prices are £339.99 for the E510 body, £449.99 for the Single lens Kit, £549.99 for the Double Zoom kit and £499.99 for the Travel Kit.
Website: Read our Olympus E-510 Review
Website: Read our Olympus E-410 Review
Olympus UK has announced that they are dropping the price of both their E-410 and E-510 DSLR cameras. The E410 body is now reduced to £319.99, a drop of £20. The E410 Single Lens kit, Double Zoom and Travel Kits all experience a £50 price reduction, now at £349.99, £449.9…
PMA Newsline International are reporting that stocks of the 10 mgapixel Nikon D40x DSLR camera have run out in Japan. Could this mean that a new replacement model is on the way? The 6 megapixel Nikon D40 model is still available. In the same article, Nikon is raising production of its new D3 and D300 DSLR cameras by between 16-25 percent, to 10,000 and 70,000 monthly units respectively. All good news for the leading DSLR manufacturer in Japan.
Website: PMA Newsline International
PMA Newsline International are reporting that stocks of the 10 mgapixel Nikon D40x DSLR camera have run out in Japan. Could this mean that a new replacement model is on the way? The 6 megapixel Nikon D40 model is still available. In the same article, Nikon is raising production of…
Olympus Europe have extend their E-3 HLD-4 Power Grip promotion until the 31st of March 2008. All current E-System owners who purchase an E-3 until 31st of March, will receive an HLD-4 power grip free of charge. For more information, visit http://www.olympus.co.uk/consumer/dslr_powergrip.htm
Olympus Europe have extend their E-3 HLD-4 Power Grip promotion until the 31st of March 2008. All current E-System owners who purchase an E-3 until 31st of March, will receive an HLD-4 power grip free of charge. For more information, visit http://www.olympus.co.uk/consumer/dslr_powergrip.htm
Nikon UK has announced its cashback promotion on D40X digital SLR camera kits has been extended until 29th February 2008. Customers purchasing a D40X body with any AF Nikkor lens will be entitled to claim up to £40 in the UK and €60 in the Republic of Ireland on purchases made between 7th Jan – 29th Feb 2008 inclusive. All claims must be received by 31st March 2008.
For more information about the cashback promotion and how to claim please visit: www.nikon.co.uk/cashback
Nikon UK has announced its cashback promotion on D40X digital SLR camera kits has been extended until 29th February 2008. Customers purchasing a D40X body with any AF Nikkor lens will be entitled to claim up to £40 in the UK and €60 in the Republic of Ireland on purchases…
The Sony A200 is a new 10 megapixel, entry-level DSLR camera with 2.7 inch LCD screen and a maximum ISO speed of 3200. The A200 features Super SteadyShot optical image stabilisation inside the camera body, faster, more accurate Auto Focus, 3fps continuous shooting mode, and an optional vertical grip for portraits. In the UK, the Sony A200 will be available body only for £369 and in kit form with an 18-70mm lens for £449 from February 2008. In the US the A200K kit costs $700. The A200W kit includes the camera body, the DT18-70mm lens and a 75–300mm f4.5-5.6 lens for about $900.
The Sony A200 is a new 10 megapixel, entry-level DSLR camera with 2.7 inch LCD screen and a maximum ISO speed of 3200. The A200 features Super SteadyShot optical image stabilisation inside the camera body, faster, more accurate Auto Focus, 3fps continuous shooting mode, and an optional vertical grip for…
Pro photographer Lawrence Ripsher has reviewed the new Canon EOS-1D Mark III DSLR camera.
“The Canon 1D Mark III has become my new workhorse. It has all but completely replaced the Canon 5D I was previously shooting with, proving to me every time it is worth the extra weight and drop of 2 megapixels. Even though the 5D still produces superb high quality images, the 1D matches it in good light and is able to go that extra mile at high ISO settings. Likely along with the Nikon D3, it represents the best in low light shooting image quality.”
Pro photographer Lawrence Ripsher has reviewed the new Canon EOS-1D Mark III DSLR camera. “The Canon 1D Mark III has become my new workhorse. It has all but completely replaced the Canon 5D I was previously shooting with, proving to me every time it is worth the extra weight and…
DigiCamReview have reviewed the Nikon D40x DSLR, which features a 10.2 megapixel sensor, producing 3,872 x 2,592-pixel images, 3D Colour Matrix Metering II system and 2.5 inch LCD screen.
“Image quality is very good to excellent, the images have excellent colour, with high levels of saturation, contrast and detail, with very low noise. Noise from the Nikon D40x is very low, lower than the Olympus E-510, and even slightly lower than the Canon EOS 400D, the Nikon also provides a full ISO range from ISO100 to ISO3200 - with the highest setting usable in some situations.”
Website: DigiCamReview - Nikon D40x Review
Website: Read our Nikon D40x Review
DigiCamReview have reviewed the Nikon D40x DSLR, which features a 10.2 megapixel sensor, producing 3,872 x 2,592-pixel images, 3D Colour Matrix Metering II system and 2.5 inch LCD screen. “Image quality is very good to excellent, the images have excellent colour, with high levels of saturation, contrast and detail, with…
Sony has released a new firmware update, version 3, for the 12 megapixel Sony A700 DSLR camera. Version 3 provides the following benefits:
Benefits over firmware version 2:
Resolves an issue where the Access Lamp remains lit and the camera stops responding when several pictures are taken in rapid succession.
Resolves an issue where powering the camera off while in “MR” mode may cause some registered settings to carry over to other shooting modes.
Additional benefits over other firmware versions:
Sharper images for pictures taken under low contrast conditions
Reduced noise for pictures taken at ISO 3200
Improved flash control for objects closer than 1 meter with non ADI controlled lenses
Website: Sony A700 Firmware Update v3 (Europe)
Website: Sony A700 Firmware Update v3 (USA)
Sony has released a new firmware update, version 3, for the 12 megapixel Sony A700 DSLR camera. Version 3 provides the following benefits: Benefits over firmware version 2: Resolves an issue where the Access Lamp remains lit and the camera stops responding when several pictures are taken in rapid succession…
Canon have released a new firmware update for the 1Ds Mark III DSLR camera. Version 1.0.6 incorporates the following improvements and fixes.
1. Improves the reliability of communication with some CF cards.
2. Fixes a phenomenon involving color cast and vertical lines appearing in images.
Canon have released a new firmware update for the 1Ds Mark III DSLR camera. Version 1.0.6 incorporates the following improvements and fixes. 1. Improves the reliability of communication with some CF cards. 2. Fixes a phenomenon involving color cast and vertical lines appearing in images. Website: Canon 1Ds Mark III Firmware Update 1.0.6
Panasonic have released a new firmware update for the DMC-L10 DSLR camera. Version 1.1 adds the following improvements:
1. Improved the performance of AF(Auto Focus) with Panasonic lenses. (Model Number L-ES014050,L-RS014150).
2. Improved the performance of AE (An accuracy improvement of Auto Exposure at night scene).
3. Improved the performance of AWB(Auto White Balance).
4. Shortened the minimum shooting intervals on the single shooting mode.
5. Enabled the Front/Rear dial operations in the fine white balance adjustment and the change of magnifying position on the MF Assist in Live View mode.
Panasonic have released a new firmware update for the DMC-L10 DSLR camera. Version 1.1 adds the following improvements: 1. Improved the performance of AF(Auto Focus) with Panasonic lenses. (Model Number L-ES014050,L-RS014150). 2. Improved the performance of AE (An accuracy improvement of Auto Exposure at night scene). 3. Improved the performance…
Phil Holland has published an extensive review of the new Canon 1Ds Mark III, a 21.1 megapixel full-frame digital SLR camera with 5fps continuous shooting and 45 AF points.
“After shooting with the camera with a few days under numerous conditions I can confidently say the Canon 1Ds Mark III is easily the most versatile full frame digital SLR currently available. Currently the only thing similar on the market is the camera it’s replacing. The 1Ds Mark II. In terms of pure image resolution the only cameras that come close are digital medium format bodies and backs. I’ve used a range of PhaseOne backs now and I know they can squeeze out more detail. That said you lose a lot of flexibility for that gain in resolution and in price point.”
Phil Holland has published an extensive review of the new Canon 1Ds Mark III, a 21.1 megapixel full-frame digital SLR camera with 5fps continuous shooting and 45 AF points. “After shooting with the camera with a few days under numerous conditions I can confidently say the Canon 1Ds Mark III…
Buy the Samsung GX10 DSLR single (18-55mm) or twin (18-55mm and 50-200mm) lens kit and get £50 cash back. To claim the cashback, log onto www.samsungcamera.co.uk/gx10cashback , download the redemption form, complete and return, along with proof of purchase and serial number to the address specified on the form. You will then receive a cheque within 28 days. This offer is valid until 31st January 2008.
Buy the Samsung GX10 DSLR single (18-55mm) or twin (18-55mm and 50-200mm) lens kit and get £50 cash back. To claim the cashback, log onto www.samsungcamera.co.uk/gx10cashback , download the redemption form, complete and return, along with proof of purchase and serial number to the address specified on the form. You…
Rob Galbraith has published an in-depth analysis of the auto-focus problems that have affected the Canon EOS-1D Mark III DSLR camera since it was first launched.
“At long last, our analysis of Canon’s sub-mirror fix and firmware v1.1.3 for the EOS-1D Mark III is live. Does the hardware change and new firmware solve the camera’s AI Servo autofocus problems? Does the EOS-1D Mark III now match or exceed the bright light autofocus performance of its predecessor, the EOS-1D Mark II N? Here, in 8500 words and over 650 full-resolution photos, is our answer”
Website: Rob Galbraith - Analysing the EOS-1D Mark III sub-mirror fix and firmware v1.1.3
Rob Galbraith has published an in-depth analysis of the auto-focus problems that have affected the Canon EOS-1D Mark III DSLR camera since it was first launched. “At long last, our analysis of Canon’s sub-mirror fix and firmware v1.1.3 for the EOS-1D Mark III is live. Does the hardware change and…
Northlight Images have posted their first impressions of the new Canon 1Ds Mark III, a 21.1 megapixel full-frame digital SLR camera with 5fps continuous shooting and 45 AF points.
“Does the 1Ds3 obsolete lenses? Well, I tried the garage doors photo with my 24-70 2.8L and it shows up a slight lack of edge detail and softness that I just didn’t notice much with the 1Ds. That’s bad then? Well it depends - were the shots I took with the 24-70 sharp enough for the work I was using it for? - easily. So, will I carry on using it? yes, it’s a very useful lens for travelling round with. Will I be looking for Canon to bring out an even better 24-70 2.8L IS? most definitely.”
Website: Northlight Images - Canon 1Ds Mark III First Impressions
Northlight Images have posted their first impressions of the new Canon 1Ds Mark III, a 21.1 megapixel full-frame digital SLR camera with 5fps continuous shooting and 45 AF points. “Does the 1Ds3 obsolete lenses? Well, I tried the garage doors photo with my 24-70 2.8L and it shows up a…
Nikon have released an update for the Nikon D3 DSLR camera which provides Nikon D2X Picture Controls. This is a set of three optional Picture Controls, one for each of the three D2X/D2XS Color mode settings. When these optional Picture Controls are registered with the D3, color reproduction simulating that of images captured with the D2X and D2XS is possible.
Nikon have released an update for the Nikon D3 DSLR camera which provides Nikon D2X Picture Controls. This is a set of three optional Picture Controls, one for each of the three D2X/D2XS Color mode settings. When these optional Picture Controls are registered with the D3, color reproduction simulating that…
Nikon have released an update for the Nikon D300 DSLR camera which provides Nikon D2X Picture Controls. This is a set of three optional Picture Controls, one for each of the three D2X/D2XS Color mode settings. When these optional Picture Controls are registered with the D300, color reproduction simulating that of images captured with the D2X and D2XS is possible.
Nikon have released an update for the Nikon D300 DSLR camera which provides Nikon D2X Picture Controls. This is a set of three optional Picture Controls, one for each of the three D2X/D2XS Color mode settings. When these optional Picture Controls are registered with the D300, color reproduction simulating that…
Christmas isn’t even here yet, but already the rumour-mill is starting ahead of January’s CES and PMA trade shows, where the new cameras for 2008 will be unveiled. First rumour up is the Pentax K20d and Pentax K200D, logically-named successors to the K10D (pictured, first announced in August 2006) and the K100D (first announced in May 2006). The K20D will allegedly have a 14 megapixel sensor, instantly pushing it ahead in the resolution race, with a new 14 bit RAW A/D processor, improved shake reduction and 3 inch screen. The cheaper K200D will feature a 10 megapixel Sony sensor, 12-bit image processor, 11 AF points and 3fps continuous shooting. It all sounds perfectly feasible, although the original Chinese website from which this info is derived is rather worryingly bereft of details. Still, this should be enough to whet the appetites of all Pentax owners and would-be DSLR purchasers until the official announcement is made on January 24th (again, an unconfirmed rumour).
Website: Engadget - Pentax rumored to be readying K20D, K200D DSLRs
Christmas isn’t even here yet, but already the rumour-mill is starting ahead of January’s CES and PMA trade shows, where the new cameras for 2008 will be unveiled. First rumour up is the Pentax K20d and Pentax K200D, logically-named successors to the K10D (pictured, first announced in August 2006) and…
Canon has released a new firmware update, version 1.1.3, for the EOS-1D Mark III DSLR camera. This firmware update incorporates the following improvements and fixes.
1. Increases transmission speed when using high-speed SD cards.
2. Fixes a phenomenon involving not being able to release the shutter.
3. Improves AF tracking in specific conditions.
4. Corrects errors in the Spanish and Korean menu screens.
Website: Canon EOS-1D Mark III Version 1.1.3 Firmware Update
Canon has released a new firmware update, version 1.1.3, for the EOS-1D Mark III DSLR camera. This firmware update incorporates the following improvements and fixes. 1. Increases transmission speed when using high-speed SD cards. 2. Fixes a phenomenon involving not being able to release the shutter. 3. Improves AF tracking…
Olympus have released firmware updates for all of their DSLR cameras, with the exception of the brand new E-3. Improved focusing accuracy when using the EC-20 Teleconverter is included in all the updates, and the E-510 also gets improved image stabilisation at slow shutter speeds.
Olympus have released firmware updates for all of their DSLR cameras, with the exception of the brand new E-3. Improved focusing accuracy when using the EC-20 Teleconverter is included in all the updates, and the E-510 also gets improved image stabilisation at slow shutter speeds.