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Monday, February 25, 2008

Panasonic DMC-L10Panasonic are giving away a free 16Gb Pro High Speed SD card with the new DMC-L10 DSLR camera. Allowing over 6000 still images to be captured, the Panasonic 16GB card provides fast data transfer speed of up to 20MB/S. This offer is valid until the end of April 2008 and is offered via participating retailers only.

Panasonic are giving away a free 16Gb Pro High Speed SD card with the new DMC-L10 DSLR camera. Allowing over 6000 still images to be captured, the Panasonic 16GB card provides fast data transfer speed of up to 20MB/S. This offer is valid until the end of April 2008 and…

Samsung NV8TrustedReviews have tested the new 8 megapixel Samsung NV8 digital camera.

“For what is practically a budget price the Samsung NV8 provides a level of quality on a par with premium-range cameras from any of the other manufacturers. It has a lot of style, excellent build quality, fast performance and a range of useful and entertaining features, made more accessible by the clever Smart Touch control system. It lacks a little in the picture quality department due to its image noise problems, but makes up for this somewhat with good low-light performance.”

Website: TrustedReviews - Samsung NV8 Review

TrustedReviews have tested the new 8 megapixel Samsung NV8 digital camera. “For what is practically a budget price the Samsung NV8 provides a level of quality on a par with premium-range cameras from any of the other manufacturers. It has a lot of style, excellent build quality, fast performance and…

Saturday, February 23, 2008

Steven LeeIn a shock move, Leica has sacked its CEO, Steven Lee, following comments that he recently made about a full-frame Leica M-system rangefinder camera. UK magazine Amateur Photographer, who initially broke the full-frame news back in January, are reporting that Leica’s owner, Andreas Kaufman, has now replaced Lee with immediate effect.

“This change of management allows Leica Camera AG to immediately review strategies and make changes where required.’ Leica UK’s MD David Bell tells AP. ‘One of the first tasks for Dr Kaufmann will be to positively review all options for the M system’s future. There will be more details in the following weeks.”

Amateur Photographer - Leica Camera sacks CEO Steven K Lee

In a shock move, Leica has sacked its CEO, Steven Lee, following comments that he recently made about a full-frame Leica M-system rangefinder camera. UK magazine Amateur Photographer, who initially broke the full-frame news back in January, are reporting that Leica’s owner, Andreas Kaufman, has now replaced Lee with immediate…

Friday, February 22, 2008

Nikon Capture NXNikon have also released a new version, 1.3.2, of Capture NX. Modifications enabled with ver. 1.3.2:

  * Support for RAW images captured with the D60 has been added.
  * When Exposure Compensation was adjusted from Base Adjustments > Exposure Compensation while Picture Control settings were applied from Base Adjustments > Camera Adjustments > Picture Control, the sharpening effect was cancelled. This issue has been resolved.
  * When images captured with the D1 and an AI Fisheye Nikkor 16mm f/2.8D lens, “Fisheye Lens” could not be selected from Base Adjustments> Lens Adjustments. This issue has been resolved.

Website: Nikon Capture NX 1.3.2 (Windows)

Website: Nikon Capture NX 1.3.2 (Mac)

Nikon have also released a new version, 1.3.2, of Capture NX. Modifications enabled with ver. 1.3.2: * Support for RAW images captured with the D60 has been added. * When Exposure Compensation was adjusted from Base Adjustments > Exposure Compensation while Picture Control settings were applied from Base Adjustments >…

Nikon Camera Control ProNikon have released a new version, 2.1.0, of Camera Control Pro. Modifications enabled with ver. 2.1.0

- Support for the D60 has been added.
- Response is faster when thumbnails are selected in the Viewer.
-When a camera with a PC lens was connected, the lens name displayed in the Mechanical tab indicated that it was a G-type lens. This issue has been resolved.
Lenses with which this occured:
PC Micror-Nikkor 85mm f/2.8D
PC-E Nikkor 24mm f/3.5D ED
Cameras with which this issue occurred:
D3, D2Xs, D2X, D2Hs, D2H, D300, D200, D80, D70s, D70, D50, D40X, D40
-When a D40 or D40X with a PC-E Nikkor 24mm f/3.5D ED lens was connected, the lens name displayed in the “Mechanical” tab indicated that it was an AF-S 24mm f/3.5D lens. This issue has been resolved.

Website: Nikon Camera Control Pro 2.1.0 (Windows)

Website: Nikon Camera Control Pro 2.1.0 (Mac)

Nikon have released a new version, 2.1.0, of Camera Control Pro. Modifications enabled with ver. 2.1.0 - Support for the D60 has been added. - Response is faster when thumbnails are selected in the Viewer. -When a camera with a PC lens was connected, the lens name displayed in the…

2padThe 2pad private online photo and video gallery has just launched. 2pad provides the most user-friendly approach to managing and exchanging media, and you can control who can view your gallery. Every time a photo or video is sent to [email protected]. it will be added to your private gallery. 2pad was created to counter the trend of excessive public media sharing online.

The 2pad private online photo and video gallery has just launched. 2pad provides the most user-friendly approach to managing and exchanging media, and you can control who can view your gallery. Every time a photo or video is sent to [email protected]. it will be added to your private gallery. 2pad…

ExpressDigitalPhotoReflect.com, a photography storefront hosting and e-commerce site, has expanded into the UK. PhotoReflect.com is the largest professional photographer Internet storefront in North America, with over 28,000 professional photographer customers. UK photographers can now create internet business storefronts that will sell photos to their clients 24/7. “PhotoReflect.com is a necessary and powerful tool for all professional photographers who want to take their business to the next level in the Internet age,” said Graham McFarland, Founder and CEO of ExpressDigital.

PhotoReflect.com, a photography storefront hosting and e-commerce site, has expanded into the UK. PhotoReflect.com is the largest professional photographer Internet storefront in North America, with over 28,000 professional photographer customers. UK photographers can now create internet business storefronts that will sell photos to their clients 24/7. “PhotoReflect.com is a necessary…

Epson R1900PCMag have just reviewed the new Epson R1900 printer.

“For serious photographers, the most important issue with any printer is photo quality, another area where the R1900 performs well. For our standard photo test suite, output on Epson’s Premium Photo Paper Glossy was in the top tier of photo quality—the level you’d expect from a photo lab for professionals rather than from your local drugstore.”

Website: PCMag - Epson R1900 Review

PCMag have just reviewed the new Epson R1900 printer. “For serious photographers, the most important issue with any printer is photo quality, another area where the R1900 performs well. For our standard photo test suite, output on Epson’s Premium Photo Paper Glossy was in the top tier of photo quality—the…

Canon S5 ISCameraLabs have reviewed the new Canon S5 IS ultra-zoom compact camera, which features a 12x optical zoom lens equivalent to 36-432mm, optical image stabilizer and 8 megapixel sensor.

“The PowerShot S5 IS is certainly a powerful super-zoom camera with some neat features. The 12x range gives you decent coverage, the stabilisation is effective, the flip-out screen allows for unusual angles, the movie options are some of the best around on a still camera, and the literal icing on the cake is the hotshoe, supporting external flashguns.”

Website: CameraLabs - Canon S5 IS Review

Website: Read our Canon PowerShot S5 IS Review

CameraLabs have reviewed the new Canon S5 IS ultra-zoom compact camera, which features a 12x optical zoom lens equivalent to 36-432mm, optical image stabilizer and 8 megapixel sensor. “The PowerShot S5 IS is certainly a powerful super-zoom camera with some neat features. The 12x range gives you decent coverage, the…

Thursday, February 21, 2008

Adobe Photoshop Elements 6For keen photographers on a shoestring budget, Photoshop Elements 6 is the latest version of Adobe’s popular entry-level image editor. New features include the Guided Edit mode, which helps walk users through the steps of improving a photo, and Photomerge, which combines facial expressions from a series of shots to create a single cohesive group shot. Photoshop Elements 6 for Windows costs £70 / $99, and a MAC version is on the way very soon. Jon Canfield found out if Elements 6 is all the image editor that you really need…

Website: Adobe Photoshop Elements 6 Review

For keen photographers on a shoestring budget, Photoshop Elements 6 is the latest version of Adobe’s popular entry-level image editor. New features include the Guided Edit mode, which helps walk users through the steps of improving a photo, and Photomerge, which combines facial expressions from a series of shots to…

Gerd LudwigKingston Technology has posted an interview with National Geographic photographer Gerd Ludwig. The 20 Questions interview provides an up-close-and-personal look at a world-class photographer. “Gerd is one of the great chroniclers of our time and his experience as a photographer and world traveler will help visitors to our site learn from his incredible career while gaining tips to improve the overall quality of their own photography,” said Jaja Lin, Flash memory marketing manager, Kingston. After reading Kingston’s article, also check out our in-depth Gerd Ludwig interview.

Kingston Technology has posted an interview with National Geographic photographer Gerd Ludwig. The 20 Questions interview provides an up-close-and-personal look at a world-class photographer. “Gerd is one of the great chroniclers of our time and his experience as a photographer and world traveler will help visitors to our site learn…

MAGIX Movie Edit Pro 14MAGIX Movie Edit Pro 14 is a new version of the award-winning video-editing software. Available in two editions, Classic and PLUS, both feature easier editing and burning and a new improved user interface. You can also now upload your videos from Movie Edit Pro 14 to YouTube. MAGIX Movie Edit Pro 14 Pro is available from 10th March at SRP £39.99 inc Classic and PLUS version at SRP £59.99

MAGIX Movie Edit Pro 14 is a new version of the award-winning video-editing software. Available in two editions, Classic and PLUS, both feature easier editing and burning and a new improved user interface. You can also now upload your videos from Movie Edit Pro 14 to YouTube. MAGIX Movie Edit…

Hamrick SoftwareVueScan, the world’s most widely used 3rd party scanning software, now includes support for skew correction. Version 8.4.60 of VueScan can now straighten any photo that has been placed in the scanner slightly askew. “Many of our users are high volume users, and it is annoying to them when a document or a photo is slightly rotated. Skew correction allows them make the changes from within VueScan, and therefore saves them frustration and time.” says Ed Hamrick, President of Hamrick Software. VueScan is available in two editions, Standard Edition ($39.95 USD) and Professional Edition ($79.95).

VueScan, the world’s most widely used 3rd party scanning software, now includes support for skew correction. Version 8.4.60 of VueScan can now straighten any photo that has been placed in the scanner slightly askew. “Many of our users are high volume users, and it is annoying to them when a…

The Digital Photography Book Volume 2The Digital Photography Book Volume 2 is a step-by-step guide to achieving professional-looking photography. Written by best-selling computer book author Scott Kelby, The Digital Photography Book helps readers to shoot dramatically better-looking, sharper, more colorful, more professional-looking photos every time. The Digital Photography Book, Volume 2 is now available at Amazon, Borders, Barnes & Noble, and independent retailers.

The Digital Photography Book Volume 2 is a step-by-step guide to achieving professional-looking photography. Written by best-selling computer book author Scott Kelby, The Digital Photography Book helps readers to shoot dramatically better-looking, sharper, more colorful, more professional-looking photos every time. The Digital Photography Book, Volume 2 is now available at…

Samsung Red Letter DaySamsung Cameras are offering you the chance to win a unique Red Letter Days experience worth up to £1,000. The prize draw includes top prizes such as a Top Gun style aerobatics ride for two plus other major prizes including dinner on the Orient Express and a hot air balloon ride. To take part simply complete the on-line claim form no later than 31st March 2008.

Samsung Cameras are offering you the chance to win a unique Red Letter Days experience worth up to £1,000. The prize draw includes top prizes such as a Top Gun style aerobatics ride for two plus other major prizes including dinner on the Orient Express and a hot air balloon…

Shutterfly GalleryThe Shutterfly Gallery is a new community platform for sharing and connecting with others. “Shutterfly Gallery adds the power of social networking to our vibrant community and marks the next great chapter in establishing Shutterfly as the industry leader in storytelling,” said Jeffrey Housenbold, president and chief executive officer of Shutterfly. To learn more about the Shutterfly Gallery, visit http://community.shutterfly.com

The Shutterfly Gallery is a new community platform for sharing and connecting with others. “Shutterfly Gallery adds the power of social networking to our vibrant community and marks the next great chapter in establishing Shutterfly as the industry leader in storytelling,” said Jeffrey Housenbold, president and chief executive officer of…

Canon A720 ISNeocamera have reviewed the Canon A720 IS digital camera, which offers 8 megapixels and optical image stabilization.

“Image quality is the most important aspect of camera performance and the A720 does very little to disappoint in that area. Its 8 megapixel sensor produces images with below average image noise. Below ISO 400, images are quite clean. Noise starts appearing at ISO 400 but is not significant until ISO 800 for bright subjects and ISO 400 for dark subjects. Compared to most non-Fuji compact cameras, the Canon A720 produces very clean ISO 400 results in good light. Higher ISO settings are quite noisy though and ISO 1600 should generally be avoided.”

Website: Neocamera - Canon A720 IS Review

Neocamera have reviewed the Canon A720 IS digital camera, which offers 8 megapixels and optical image stabilization. “Image quality is the most important aspect of camera performance and the A720 does very little to disappoint in that area. Its 8 megapixel sensor produces images with below average image noise. Below…

Canon A650 ISImaging Resource have reviewed the Canon A650 IS camera, which has a 12.1 megapixel sensor and a 6x optical zoom with optical image stabilization.

“The noise at ISO 200 is disturbing. That boils down to the 12.1 megapixel sensor. Still, you have to consider that this is a 12-megapixel camera, and the printed results pretty much guarantee excellence up to ISO 400 at 8x10 (the practical maximum most people can print at home, and good quality in the ISO 800 to 1,600, both of which produce a fine 5x7 and 4x6, respectively. Add that better-than-ever quality to the Canon A650’s articulated LCD, fill flash control, and Custom modes, and you have a great camera for photo enthusiasts without breaking the bank.”

Website: Imaging Resource - Canon A650 IS Review

Imaging Resource have reviewed the Canon A650 IS camera, which has a 12.1 megapixel sensor and a 6x optical zoom with optical image stabilization. “The noise at ISO 200 is disturbing. That boils down to the 12.1 megapixel sensor. Still, you have to consider that this is a 12-megapixel camera…

Wednesday, February 20, 2008

Ricoh Caplio GX100 Creative SetThe Ricoh Caplio GX100 Creative Set is a new bundle for Ricoh’s professional zoom compact camera. It includes the camera, the exclusive electronic LCD viewfinder (VF-1), the wide angle converter 0.8x (DW-6), the lens hood with adapter (HA-2), the leather case (SC-45) and the strap (ST-2). The Ricoh GX100 Creative Set will be available at the end of February 2008, price to be announced.

The Ricoh Caplio GX100 Creative Set is a new bundle for Ricoh’s professional zoom compact camera. It includes the camera, the exclusive electronic LCD viewfinder (VF-1), the wide angle converter 0.8x (DW-6), the lens hood with adapter (HA-2), the leather case (SC-45) and the strap (ST-2). The Ricoh GX100 Creative…

Transcend StoreJet 25 mobileThe Transcend StoreJet 25 mobile is a new shock-resistant high capacity portable hard drive. Lightweight (206g) and easy to carry around, with compact measurements of just 134mm by 80.8mm by 18.8mm, the Transcend StoreJet 25 mobile can store up to 250GB of data. It uses a high-speed USB 2.0 interface, which provides data transfer rates up to 480Mb per second. The StoreJet 25 mobile meets U.S.military drop-test standards with advanced two-stage anti-shock technology. The “OneTouch” Auto-Backup button and bundled StoreJet elite software offer intelligent backup scheduling, security, and file compression functions.

The Transcend StoreJet 25 mobile is a new shock-resistant high capacity portable hard drive. Lightweight (206g) and easy to carry around, with compact measurements of just 134mm by 80.8mm by 18.8mm, the Transcend StoreJet 25 mobile can store up to 250GB of data. It uses a high-speed USB 2.0 interface…