Getty Images has announced its new £39 web resolution images, available across virtually all editorial and creative collections. Usage rights of the new web-resolution product, an image file size of 500 KB 72 dpi, will vary according to the license model. “Customers who once considered alternative sources of imagery for use in their online media and advertising campaigns, no longer need to sacrifice the quality of imagery. We anticipate that customers will enthusiastically embrace this product,” said Jonathan Klein, CEO and co-founder of Getty Images.

Colour Confidence has today unveiled its new look website. Colour Confidence is one of Europe’s leading sources for colour management solutions. Colour Confidence is offering a choice of free gift to all customers spending over £100/€150 from September 10th – 17th.

Imaging Resource have reviewed the Canon TX1 digital camera, which features a 10x optical zoom lens (39mm-390mm) with Optical Image Stabilization, 115,000-pixel Vari-Angle LCD screen and 7.1 megapixel sensor.

“We’re a bit torn on how to recommend the TX1 given its difficult interface, but there’s no question it shoots great video and pretty impressive pictures. Its very good lens has a long reach, and can zoom as you record. If you must have a high-resolution camcorder that fits in a small space, the Canon TX1 is a very good choice.”

Website: Imaging Resource - Canon TX1 Review

Steves Digicams have reviewed the Fujifilm A900, which offers 9 megapixels, a 4x optical zoom lens and ISO 800.

“The quality of its 9M fine images is good for an entry-level consumer model. Outdoor shooting produced images that had good exposure and color saturation. The image noise was significantly less than the previous model on outdoor shots, however, there was still a significant amount in our indoor portraits (where the camera selected a higher ISO setting). The noise in these photographs is not enough to show up in smaller prints, like your typical 4x6, but will be noticeable in larger 8x10-inch and up prints.”

Website: Steves Digicams - Fujifilm A900 Review

Steves Digicams have reviewed the new Fujifilm FinePix F40fd camera, which offers 8.3 megapixels, 3x zoom lens, 300 shot battery life, Face Detection technology and support for both xD-Picture Card and SD card formats.

“The F40fd’s image quality was very pleasing. It produced very clear, crisp pictures in both “fine” and “normal” mode. Outdoors, the images were well exposed, with vivid colors. The wide angle end (36mm) of the 3x FUJINON zoom does well for interior and landscaping shots, but does show some barrel distortion. The telephoto zoom end (108mm) of the lens is good for taking close ups (like macros, portraits, etc.), and showed very little pin cushioning.”

Website: Steves Digicams - Fujifilm FinePix F40fd Review

Steves Digicams have reviewed the Samsung S1050, the new flagship model of the S series, offering 10 megapixels and a 5x optical zoom.

“The ergonomics of the S1050 are great. While this is what I would consider compact, as it can fit in large pockets and small handbags, the enlarged hand grip offers a very comfortable feel. This also allowed for effortless one-handed shooting. The various controls are well placed, easily accessed by your finger tips. The onscreen menus are logically organized, and like its sibling (the L77), we especially liked the function shortcut menu.”

Website: Steves Digicams - Samsung S1050 Review

Megapixel.net have reviewed the Sony W200, the first 12 megapixel camera on the market, which offers a 3x optical zoom lens, metal body, 2.5-inch LCD screen and an eye-level viewfinder.

“Like many other cameras, the DSC-W200 has both strengths and weaknesses. Its strengths are a good lens; an effective stabilization system; a very well-crafted and very compact size, a huge image resolution and an optical viewfinder. Its weaknesses are a compression that aims to minimize file size instead of maximizing image quality; a weak flash and relatively visible noise from 400 ISO onwards. Clearly, as is often the case, nothing is perfect.”

Website: Megapixel.net - Sony W200 Review

BreezeBrowser Pro v1.7.2 adds full support for the new Canon EOS 40D camera. BreezeBrowser Pro v1.7.2 is a free upgrade for all registered users who purchased a license within the last year. Also released is DSLR Remote Pro v1.5 beta 3, with full support for controlling the Canon EOS 40D and Canon EOS-1D Mark III from a PC.

AKVIS Coloriage 5 is now available both as a standalone application and a plugin to a photo editor. Coloriage 5 manipulates the colors of an image: from colorizing black and white photos to replacing colors in color photos. Registration costs USD $97.00 for a home license and USD $246.00 for a business license. Registered users can upgrade to version 5 for free, and there’s a 10 day trial version available.

A report from the Stock Artists Alliance concludes that 1 out of every 15 stock images are stolen, accounting for an estimated loss of $67 million per year. SAA’s research addresses how and why the stock photo industry is subject to this theft. The report also describes current industry-wide initiatives and suggests specific steps to minimize piracy of stock images.

Ilford Galerie Gold Fibre Silk a new authentic baryta paper for inkjet printing. This is a 310gsm inkjet media featuring a traditional barium sulphate (baryta) base. The baryta enhances the media surface which gives the creamy whites and velvety blacks that form part of the unique look and feel of a true fibre print. Ilford Galerie Gold Fibre Silk will be available from JP Distribution throughout the UK from October 2007.

Jonathan Lowenstein, Jonathan Torgovnik and Leo Maguire will each receive $20,000 from Getty Images to pursue photojournalism projects. The 3 winners were selected from 124 applicants from 37 countries. Leo Maguire’s project “Lords of the Lane” will focus on the world of Gypsy bare-knuckle fighters in England. “Shadow Lives USA” by Jonathan Lowenstein will document six different issues facing those trying to enter the United States across the US-Mexico border. Jonathan Torgovnik’s project, “Intended Consequences”, follows 50 women who were raped during the Rwandan genocide 13 years ago, and who have children as a result.

Bob Atkins has reviewed the Canon EOS 40D digital SLR camera, which offers a 10.1 megapixel sensor, 6.5 fps continuous shooting and 3 inch LCD screen.

“The EOS 40D is more than a minor upgrade of the EOS 30D. It’s basically a new camera with a new sensor, a new 14-bit processing engine, a new AF system and new features such as Live View, Highlight Priority and High ISO noise reduction as well as improved ergonomics with the enhanced 3” LCD. Though it looks much like the 20D/30D it seems to have a more “pro” feel - though I’m not sure why. Perhaps it’s the quieter and faster shutter operation that simply makes it sound better!”

Website: Bob Atkins - Canon EOS 40D Review

DIWA member Photoxels have reviewed the Panasonic DMC-FZ18 digital camera, which features a 18x optical zoom lens, equivalent to 28-504mm on a 35mm film camera.

“The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 is built for photography, with intuitive-to-use controls. You get the distinct impression that much thought went into its design for ease-of-use. It is fun to use this camera, and you feel confident that your images will consistently come out with very good quality. Throw in a very effective image stabilization and a High Speed (and accurate) AF function, and you have a long zoom digital camera that is a pleasure to use.”

Website: Photoxels - Panasonic DMC-FZ18 Review

Website: Read our Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 Review

CNET have reviewed the HP R937, which features a 3.6 inch interactive touchscreen LCD, 8 megapixel resolution and 3x optical zoom lens.

“Unless you only shoot in broad daylight at ISO 100, you’re going to be sorely disappointed by the R937’s image quality. Noticeable levels of noise crop up as early as ISO 200, and get significantly worse as sensitivity rises. By the time you reach the camera’s maximum at ISO 1600, grain utterly consumes all detail and mutes all the colors in your picture. If not for the noise, the R937’s photos would look good.”

Website: CNET - HP R937 Review

DigiCamReview have reviewed the Ricoh R6, which improves on the older R5 model by offering a larger 2.7 inch LCD screen, new face recognition mode, a slimmer body at just 20.6mm thick and 54Mb internal memory.

“he camera is extremely compact for an “ultra” zoom digital camera, with a slimmer body and a wide angle 7.1x optical zoom lens, the camera is stylish with a bigger 2.7” screen, it fits very easily into trouser pockets. The camera feels well built. The camera is easy to use, the menu system is easy to use and there is a very good layout of buttons and controls, with the majority on the outside of the camera (rather than hidden in menus).”

Website: DigiCamReview - Ricoh R6 Review

Website: Read our Ricoh Caplio R6 Review

ePhotoZine have reviewed the Kodak Z885 digital cameras, which boasts a 5x optical zoom lens (36-180mm) and 8.1 megapixel resolution.

“The Z885 seems to underperform in some areas and perform well in others. The features are well balanced for the price so that the kind of person buying this camera will not be overwhelmed by it, the zoom is adequate for the price as is the resolution. However, the focus range is appalling in both auto and macro modes. the image stabiliser is only digital and the continuous shooting capability is rubbish.”

Website: ePhotoZine - Kodak Z885 Review

LightZone 3.1 includes new capabilities for quickly changing the look of objects within a photograph. You can now change the exposure of the sky in an image, sharpen only the yellow flowers in a field, or quickly modify the exposure of a face. “With this release, Light Crafts continues to liberate digital photo-editing users from the tedious technology-focused approach to editing, allowing them instead to focus on the art of image creation,” said Georges van Hoegaerden, Chief Executive Officer of Light Crafts. LightZone 3.1 is available as a free download for existing LightZone 3.0 Full and Basic users. The retail price is $249.95 for the Full version.

Pentaxian.com is a new community-based website for Pentax photographers. “The term ‘Pentaxian’ is used widely by PENTAX photographers who describe themselves on various web photo forums,” said Ned Bunnell, Vice President Marketing, PENTAX Imaging Company.  “We built www.pentaxian.com as a gathering place for them all.”

onOne Software have released over 100 free customized presets for Adobe Camera RAW 4.1. Created by Photoshop Guru and Instructor Jack Davis, the presets are designed to help ACR users quickly and efficiently process their RAW digital camera files. onOne Software’s customized presets for Adobe Camera RAW 4.1 are available for download now.