Category: Digital SLR Cameras
The Czech website Digineff have reviewed the Olympus E-500, an 8 megapixel DSLR with a 2.5 inch LCD screen in a body with a classic penta-prism design.
Website: Digineff - Olympus E-500 Review
The Czech website Digineff have reviewed the Olympus E-500, an 8 megapixel DSLR with a 2.5 inch LCD screen in a body with a classic penta-prism design. Website: Digineff - Olympus E-500 Review Latest Prices / User Reviews
Photographic Magazine have reviewed the new entry-level Konica Minolta Dynax 5D digital SLR camera.
“Metering performance was excellent, and the 5D did a great job with bright, high-contrast subjects like white birds in direct sun. Dynamic range and color reproduction are excellent, but highest-quality JPEG images were a bit noisier at all ISO settings than with the 7D (I couldn’t test RAW image quality because the necessary software was not yet available when we received our test sample). All in all, though, image quality is very good. Besides ISO settings from 100 to 3200, the 5D offers an Auto ISO mode, in which the camera sets an appropriate ISO for the shooting conditions—very handy in rapidly changing lighting situations.”
Website: Photographic Magazine - Konica Minolta Dynax 5D Review
Photographic Magazine have reviewed the new entry-level Konica Minolta Dynax 5D digital SLR camera. “Metering performance was excellent, and the 5D did a great job with bright, high-contrast subjects like white birds in direct sun. Dynamic range and color reproduction are excellent, but highest-quality JPEG images were a bit noisier…
Photographic Magazine have reviewed the new entry-level Pentax *ist DL digital SLR camera. The Pentax *ist DL is a 6.1 megapixel DSLR which features a 2.5 LCD screen and light 16 ounce body.
” Featuring a tiny body with a high-rigidity stainless steel chassis and metal lens mount, the DL felt better in my hands than the DS or original *ist D did. While I found the others difficult to hand hold steady with a long lens attached, the DL somehow seemed easier to manage. And I love the big LCD monitor with its larger menu type. The controls are easy to figure out and operate. I did manage to pop the SD card door open a few times while hiking with the DL and another camera around my neck, but otherwise encountered no ergonomic problems.”
Photographic Magazine have reviewed the new entry-level Pentax *ist DL digital SLR camera. The Pentax *ist DL is a 6.1 megapixel DSLR which features a 2.5 LCD screen and light 16 ounce body. ” Featuring a tiny body with a high-rigidity stainless steel chassis and metal lens mount, the DL…
Norwegian website Akam.no have published their review of the 12.8 megapixel Canon EOS 5D digital SLR.
Website: Akam.no - Canon EOS 5D Review
Norwegian website Akam.no have published their review of the 12.8 megapixel Canon EOS 5D digital SLR. Website: Akam.no - Canon EOS 5D Review Latest Prices / User Reviews
DIWA member and Norwegian website Digit.no have published their review of the 12.8 megapixel Canon EOS 5D digital SLR.
Website: Digit.no - Canon EOS 5D Review
DIWA member and Norwegian website Digit.no have published their review of the 12.8 megapixel Canon EOS 5D digital SLR. Website: Digit.no - Canon EOS 5D Review Check the Latest Prices for the Canon EOS 5D Write a Review of the Canon EOS 5D
DCResource have reviewed the Olympus E-500, an 8 megapixel DSLR with a 2.5 inch LCD screen in a body with a classic penta-prism design.
“Camera performance was excellent in nearly all areas. The camera focuses quickly, there’s minimal shutter lag, and shot-to-shot and playback delays are minimal. In low light situations you’ll want to pop up the flash, as it greatly aids in focusing. The only areas in which the E-500 falls short are startup time and continuous shooting. As I mentioned, the slightly long startup time is the trade-off for having a dust-free CCD—which I think most people won’t have a problem with. The continuous shooting mode limits you to four or five shots in row before the buffer is full—the Canon Rebel XT and Nikon D50 both perform better in this area.”
Website: DCResource - Olympus E-500 Review
DCResource have reviewed the Olympus E-500, an 8 megapixel DSLR with a 2.5 inch LCD screen in a body with a classic penta-prism design. “Camera performance was excellent in nearly all areas. The camera focuses quickly, there’s minimal shutter lag, and shot-to-shot and playback delays are minimal. In low light…
Nikon have released a new firmware version for their 12 megapixel Nikon D2X digital SLR.
Issues addressed with D2X Firmware Ver. 1.01
* Autofocus performance has been increased.
* An issue that prevented the AF-assist illuminator from firing when the Speedlights listed below were used has been corrected.
SB-29S, SB-29, SB-23, SB-22S, SB-22, SB-20.
* In images captured at a shutter speed of 1/250 s with a Speedlight SB-800, set to Distance-priority manual flash (GN), or Manual flash (M) with flash output set to full (M1/1) mounted on the camera, the top portion was often dark. This issue has been addressed. However, under the circumstances described above only, the guide number is reduced from that of full flash output level by approximately 0.6 EV.
* Images captured at white-balance settings of Incandescent, Direct sunlight, Cloudy, Shade, and Choose color temp. tended to have a reddish tint. This issue has been addressed.
* Errors in Dutch menus have been corrected.
Website: Nikon D2X Firmware
Nikon have released a new firmware version for their 12 megapixel Nikon D2X digital SLR. Issues addressed with D2X Firmware Ver. 1.01 * Autofocus performance has been increased. * An issue that prevented the AF-assist illuminator from firing when the Speedlights listed below were used has been corrected. SB-29S, SB-29…
Nikon have released a new firmware update for their Nikon D2Hs digital SLR camera.
Issues addressed with D2Hs firmware version 1.01
* Autofocus performance has been increased.
* An issue that prevented the AF-assist illuminator from firing when the Speedlights listed below were used has been corrected.
SB-29S, SB-29, SB-23, SB-22S, SB-22, SB-20.
* · In images captured at a shutter speed of 1/250 s with a Speedlight SB-800, set to Distance-priority manual flash (GN), or Manual flash (M) with flash output set to full (M1/1) mounted on the camera, the top portion was often dark. This issue has been addressed. However, under the circumstances described above only, the guide number is reduced from that of full flash output level by approximately 0.6 EV.
* Errors in Dutch menus have been corrected.
Website: Nikon D2Hs Firmware
Nikon have released a new firmware update for their Nikon D2Hs digital SLR camera. Issues addressed with D2Hs firmware version 1.01 * Autofocus performance has been increased. * An issue that prevented the AF-assist illuminator from firing when the Speedlights listed below were used has been corrected. SB-29S, SB-29, SB-23…
Imaging Resource have reviewed the new entry-level Konica Minolta Dynax 5D digital SLR camera.
“The new Maxxum 5D also shrinks the number of dials and buttons of the 7D into a simpler but still comprehensive set that many Maxxum fans will immediately recognize. The 5D offers the same 6.1-megapixel sensor as the 7D, yielding images as large as 3,008 x 2,000 pixels. Also like the 7D, the 5D incorporates technology unique to Konica Minolta cameras: anti-shake technology in its body, which does not require a special image-stabilized lens. This one feature adds tremendous value, turning all your Minolta autofocus lenses into image-stabilized lenses. With conventional anti-shake lenses typically costing hundreds of dollars more than models without anti-shake, the built-in anti-shake capability of the Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D could easily be worth thousands of dollars to anyone with a large lens collection.”
Website: Imaging Resource - Konica Minolta Dynax 5D Review
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Imaging Resource have reviewed the new entry-level Konica Minolta Dynax 5D digital SLR camera. “The new Maxxum 5D also shrinks the number of dials and buttons of the 7D into a simpler but still comprehensive set that many Maxxum fans will immediately recognize. The 5D offers the same 6.1-megapixel sensor…
A large number of websites have previewed the new 10.2 megapixel Nikon D200 digital SLR camera. Here they are in no particular order…
Website: LetsGoDigital
Website: Quesabesde
Website: Quesabesde - Nikon Interview
Website: DPReview
Website: Rob Galbraith
Website: Popular Photography
A large number of websites have previewed the new 10.2 megapixel Nikon D200 digital SLR camera. Here they are in no particular order… Website: LetsGoDigital Website: Quesabesde Website: Quesabesde - Nikon Interview Website: DPReview Website: Rob Galbraith Website: Popular Photography
The Nikon D200 digital SLR camera is announced today. The Nikon D200 is a 10.2 megapixel DSLR with a 2.5 inch LCD screen and 11-area auto-focus system. Other highlights of the D200 include a magnesium alloy body, 5 frames per second continuous mode and 3D Color Matrix Metering II. The Nikon D200 will cost £1299.99 / €1940 / $1849 body only and will be available at the end of December. Two kits are also available - the D200 and 18-70mm lens is £1499.99 / €2240, and the D200 and 17-55mm lens is £2299.99 / €3435.
Nikon UK Press Release
Nikon launches the D200 Bridging the gap between professionals and enthusiasts
Nikon launches its powerful, feature-packed D200 digital SLR camera, delivering a high-precision, high-performance package and creating a new class of camera between entry-level and professional digital SLRs.
The Nikon D200 combines the solid look and feel and advanced camera operation of Nikon’s D2 professional series with the approved user-friendliness and stunning image quality that are the hallmarks of all Nikon digital SLRs.
The D200 has been crafted to connect a range of newly developed Nikon technologies with advanced features inherited from the Nikon D2x, ensuring an ultimate shooting experience with exceptional and versatile imaging performance, high speed and an instant response. The result is a blend of superb features, high quality components and fantastic results.
The Nikon D200 digital SLR camera is announced today. The Nikon D200 is a 10.2 megapixel DSLR with a 2.5 inch LCD screen and 11-area auto-focus system. Other highlights of the D200 include a magnesium alloy body, 5 frames per second continuous mode and 3D Color Matrix Metering II. The…
Fancy a digital SLR camera, but don’t want to pay too much for it? Less than £400, I hear you say? Well, thanks to Olympus and Amazon, it’s now possible, as the 8 megapixel Olympus E-500 DSLR with 14-45mm lens is on sale now at Amazon UK for a staggeringly low £389.99! Best of all, the E-500 seems to be getting good reviews…
Website: Amazon - Olympus E-500 for £389.99
Fancy a digital SLR camera, but don’t want to pay too much for it? Less than £400, I hear you say? Well, thanks to Olympus and Amazon, it’s now possible, as the 8 megapixel Olympus E-500 DSLR with 14-45mm lens is on sale now at Amazon UK for a staggeringly…
Canon have released a new firmware version (1.0.3) for the EOS 350D / Digital Rebel XT DSLR.
This firmware update (v1.0.3) incorporates the following improvements:
1. Fixes the phenomenon of shots being unable to be taken when using the remote controller RC-1.
2. Fixes the phenomenon wherein the camera continues to scroll through images being played back.
3. Improves reliability in communication when using some CF cards.
This firmware update applies to cameras with firmware versions up to 1.0.2 installed. By installing this update, the phenomena will be fixed, and the affected cameras can be used without these problems. If your camera’s firmware is already version 1.0.3, it is not necessary to perform this update.
Canon have released a new firmware version (1.0.3) for the EOS 350D / Digital Rebel XT DSLR. This firmware update (v1.0.3) incorporates the following improvements: 1. Fixes the phenomenon of shots being unable to be taken when using the remote controller RC-1. 2. Fixes the phenomenon wherein the camera continues…
Canon have released a new firmware update, version 2.0.3, for the EOS 20D and EOS 20Da DSLR cameras.
This firmware update (version 2.0.3) incorporates the following additions and improvements:
1. Fixes a problem in color temperature information transmission that occurred when using Speedlite 430EX.
2. Improves reliability in communicaion when using CF cards.
This firmware update applies to cameras with firmware versions up to 2.0.2 installed. If your camera’s firmware is already version 2.0.3, it is not necessary to perform this update.
Website: Canon EOS 20D Firmware Version 2.0.3
Canon have released a new firmware update, version 2.0.3, for the EOS 20D and EOS 20Da DSLR cameras. This firmware update (version 2.0.3) incorporates the following additions and improvements: 1. Fixes a problem in color temperature information transmission that occurred when using Speedlite 430EX. 2. Improves reliability in communicaion when…
The-Digital-Picture have compared sample images from the new 12.8 megapixel Canon EOS 5D digital SLR with the 16 megapixel Canon EOS 1Ds Mark II, to find out which camera has the best image quality.
Website: The-Digital-Picture - Canon EOS 5D and Canon EOS 1Ds Mark II Sample Images
The-Digital-Picture have compared sample images from the new 12.8 megapixel Canon EOS 5D digital SLR with the 16 megapixel Canon EOS 1Ds Mark II, to find out which camera has the best image quality. Website: The-Digital-Picture - Canon EOS 5D and Canon EOS 1Ds Mark II Sample Images Check the…
Petteri’s Pontifications has a great article on the fors and againsts of full-frame digital SLR cameras.
“My gut feeling when looking at what’s available now and what it needs to do is that the successor to 35 mm film is, indeed, digital APS-C. Full-frame is a little too hot (most lenses at most apertures and most focal lengths can’t quite keep up with the demands of the format, and the chips are difficult and expensive to produce, at least at the current state of the art), while 4/3 is a little too cold (Olympus has been forced to come out with monster f/2.0 zooms to provide even rudimentary available-light capacity, given the comparatively poor high-ISO performance of at least the current 4/3 sensors), while APS-C is just right—the sensors sharp enough and fast enough for almost any purpose, without putting too burdensome demands on the lenses.”
Website: To Full-Frame or Not To Full Frame?
Petteri’s Pontifications has a great article on the fors and againsts of full-frame digital SLR cameras. “My gut feeling when looking at what’s available now and what it needs to do is that the successor to 35 mm film is, indeed, digital APS-C. Full-frame is a little too hot (most…
Lone Star Digital have published their review of the new 12 megapixel Nikon D2X digital SLR.
“It certainly looked tempting, but I told him I thought it was “just too expensive”. I’d recently commented to him that I couldn’t see myself spending more than $1,999 on a camera again. Cameras like the Nikon D100, Canon 20D, Olympus E1, Nikon D70, and the pre-D2Hs Nikon D2H (with its big price drop) showed me that it didn’t necessarily require big bucks to buy a high quality digital SLR. My friend paused for a moment. “C’mon, John”, he said. “Think about it ... If not now, when?” “
Website: Lone Star Digital - Nikon D2X Review
Lone Star Digital have published their review of the new 12 megapixel Nikon D2X digital SLR. “It certainly looked tempting, but I told him I thought it was “just too expensive”. I’d recently commented to him that I couldn’t see myself spending more than $1,999 on a camera again. Cameras…
DPReview have reviewed the Olympus E-500, an 8 megapixel DSLR with a 2.5 inch LCD screen in a body with a classic penta-prism design.
“Pick up the E-500 and it feels immediately familiar, good ergonomics, a comfortable hand grip and a ‘normal’ pentaprism viewfinder mean that although its a whole new mount/sensor system it feels like a traditional SLR (and that’s really important). The more traditional body feels stiffer and better put together than that of the E-300. The E-500 is the lightest (body only) digital SLR available at the moment, but not the smallest, and honestly that’s not a bad thing. The EOS 350D (Digital Rebel XT) is just a little too small, mostly lost to the hand grip which can feel thin and cramped. The E-500 has clearly been designed by people who really go out and use the cameras.”
Website: DPReview - Olympus E-500 Review
DPReview have reviewed the Olympus E-500, an 8 megapixel DSLR with a 2.5 inch LCD screen in a body with a classic penta-prism design. “Pick up the E-500 and it feels immediately familiar, good ergonomics, a comfortable hand grip and a ‘normal’ pentaprism viewfinder mean that although its a whole…
ePhotoZine have published a review of the Nikon D50, a new affordable 6.1 megapixel digital SLR.
“I found it a little difficult to get used to the smaller size and weight of the D50, but found the controls well laid out. The size and weight of the camera can be seen as both a positive and a negative point, depending on the user. Both viewfinder and rear LCD display are clear and bright. The kit lens supplied was the 18-55mm and gave good results. I was impressed by the quality of the camera; I expected a lot less for an entry level DSLR. My only real problem was the silver finish, which I found to mark easily. In longer usage it would start to wear and look tatty.”
Website: ePhotoZine - Nikon D50 Review
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ePhotoZine have published a review of the Nikon D50, a new affordable 6.1 megapixel digital SLR. “I found it a little difficult to get used to the smaller size and weight of the D50, but found the controls well laid out. The size and weight of the camera can be…
The-Digital-Picture.com have published their review of the 12.8 megapixel Canon EOS 5D digital SLR.
” New this round are Picture Styles. Picture Styles are said to simulate the qualities of various film types by adjusting sharpness, color tone, contrast and sharpness. The six preset Picture Style settings include Standard, Portrait, Landscape, Neutral, Faithful and Monochrome. Three user-defined options are available as well. Apparently, most of these films are not ones I want to use. I may adjust to them; but thus far, I am not too excited about the preset settings. The one exception may be the Landscape Picture Style that appears to emulate Fuji’s Velvia Film. And neutral of course - the setting I am using in-camera. I say in-camera as Picture Styles settings can be changed in post-process using the included Digital Photo Pro software. In fact, RAW files from cameras as old as the Canon D30 can be processed using the new Picture Styles. The ability to create your own User-Defined Picture Styles is great. Mix up your own parameters to perfection.”
Website: The-Digital-Picture.com - Canon EOS 5D Review
The-Digital-Picture.com have published their review of the 12.8 megapixel Canon EOS 5D digital SLR. ” New this round are Picture Styles. Picture Styles are said to simulate the qualities of various film types by adjusting sharpness, color tone, contrast and sharpness. The six preset Picture Style settings include Standard, Portrait…