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Megapixel.net have just reviewed the slim Casio EX-S770 camera, which offers 7.2 megapixel still images and records high-quality movies in MPEG-4 format.
“The Casio Exilim EX-S770 is a good camera that offers good image quality. It’s body design, however, is so thin that it can be a touch impractical. Too often, while holding the camera, the left-hand index finger touches the DATA button, turning off the capture mode, loosing the opportunity for the shot. So while it may be appealing because of the ease with which it can be carried, users should make time to get used to handling it before trying to capture important photos.”
Website: Megapixel.net - Casio EX-S770 Review
Megapixel.net have just reviewed the slim Casio EX-S770 camera, which offers 7.2 megapixel still images and records high-quality movies in MPEG-4 format. “The Casio Exilim EX-S770 is a good camera that offers good image quality. It’s body design, however, is so thin that it can be a touch impractical. Too…
Greer McNally round-ups the latest photography shows that are well worth some of your hard-earned money and time.
Last chance to see…
Photography Prize at the National Portrait Gallery - Until 18th February
Now in its fourth year under the Schweppes banner, the 2007 exhibition showcases the work of 58 international photographers, chosen from 5065 submissions. The competition is known for recognising emerging talent as well as rewarding those already working in a professional capacity. This year’s winner Richard Boll won the Audi/Next Level Award for contemporary photography in 2004.
National Portrait Gallery, London
http://www.npg.org.uk
Picture Copyright: Richard Boll
Greer McNally round-ups the latest photography shows that are well worth some of your hard-earned money and time. Last chance to see… Photography Prize at the National Portrait Gallery - Until 18th February Now in its fourth year under the Schweppes banner, the 2007 exhibition showcases the work of 5…
Polaroid is the brains behind ZINK (Zero Ink), a new process that allows you to print full color digital images without the need for ink cartridges or ribbons. Dye crystals are embedded in the ZINK paper and are activated by heat from a ZINK printer. The crystals then colorize, producing the final print. Later this year, ZINK Imaging’s partners will launch the first products using ZINK technology later in 2007, with mobile printing the first target.
Polaroid is the brains behind ZINK (Zero Ink), a new process that allows you to print full color digital images without the need for ink cartridges or ribbons. Dye crystals are embedded in the ZINK paper and are activated by heat from a ZINK printer. The crystals then colorize, producing…
Day and Moss collaborate again for new addition to NPG Permanent Collection
Acclaimed fashion photographer Corinne Day has produced a new series of portraits of Kate Moss for the National Portrait Gallery. The nine black and white images are all shot in close up in the style of a single frame, capturing both the beauty of the model, as well has her character. Each image is subtly different and reflects a conversation between the sitter and photographer. Day, known for establishing long term relationships with her subjects, has been photographing Moss for over 15 years.
Day and Moss collaborate again for new addition to NPG Permanent Collection Acclaimed fashion photographer Corinne Day has produced a new series of portraits of Kate Moss for the National Portrait Gallery. The nine black and white images are all shot in close up in the style of a single…
Fantasea has introduced a new underwater housing specifically designed for the ultra-slim Nikon Coolpix S9 digital camera. The Fantasea FS-9 housing has a working depth of 130 feet/40 meters and provides a built in Flash Diffuser and an anti-glare hood over the LCD screen. The suggested retail price of the FS-9 is US $200.00.
Fantasea has introduced a new underwater housing specifically designed for the ultra-slim Nikon Coolpix S9 digital camera. The Fantasea FS-9 housing has a working depth of 130 feet/40 meters and provides a built in Flash Diffuser and an anti-glare hood over the LCD screen. The suggested retail price of the…
Luminous Landscape have a great article on how to free yourself from the tyranny of the standard digital image aspect ratios, and creatively use cropping to improve your photos.
“When looking at a new raw file of my own the first thing I ask myself is that question – What is this image about, and what do I want it to say about the subject? Only when I have a satisfactory answer to this can I proceed to crop and otherwise interpret the image. When this is in hand I then find it easy to arrive at a cropping, because as with Michelangelo’s David, I simply remove everything that isn’t relevant to my conceptualization.”
Website: Luminous Landscape - Understanding Aspect Ratios and The Art of Cropping
Luminous Landscape have a great article on how to free yourself from the tyranny of the standard digital image aspect ratios, and creatively use cropping to improve your photos. “When looking at a new raw file of my own the first thing I ask myself is that question – What…
CameraLabs have reviewed the new Canon G7, which features a 10 megapixel, 1/1.8 inch sensor, DIGIC III image processor, Face Detection, 35-210mm lens and optical image stabilization system.
“So noise (and a slightly unusually shaped shutter release button) aside, the PowerShot G7 is an excellent camera, but there’s just one problem: its predecessors. Canon’s earlier PowerShot G series truly were flagship models, boasting many features you’d rarely if ever find on a compact. Previous models boasted a flash hotshoe, RAW recording, a flip-out screen, an optically bright lens and an upper LCD status screen. Now with the G7, only the hotshoe remains. It’s a terrible shame that Canon chose to strip its latest PowerShot G model of the features which made its predecessors so special, and as a consequence it places the G7 in a somewhat uncomfortable position.”
Website: CameraLabs - Canon G7 Review
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CameraLabs have reviewed the new Canon G7, which features a 10 megapixel, 1/1.8 inch sensor, DIGIC III image processor, Face Detection, 35-210mm lens and optical image stabilization system. “So noise (and a slightly unusually shaped shutter release button) aside, the PowerShot G7 is an excellent camera, but there’s just one…
Steves Digicams have reviewed the 10 megapixel Sony Cyber-shot DSC-N2 camera.
“When using the 10M Fine setting the images look great. Outdoors, capturing photos that are sharp from edge to edge isn’t a problem, along with showing accurate exposure and color balance. You can also dial in your very own “look” with various image adjustments like color modes, sharpness, and contrast. The Carl Zeiss 3x optical zoom lens helped produce sharp images throughout the 38-114mm (35mm equivalent) range. I did notice some traces of chromatic aberration around subjects with high contrast. At full wide angle there is a moderate amount of barrel distortion, but not enough to cause any major problems with your subject(s).”
Steves Digicams have reviewed the 10 megapixel Sony Cyber-shot DSC-N2 camera. “When using the 10M Fine setting the images look great. Outdoors, capturing photos that are sharp from edge to edge isn’t a problem, along with showing accurate exposure and color balance. You can also dial in your very own…
The world’s smallest and lightest DSLR camera, the Olympus E-400, has just become cheaper in the UK. Prices have been slashed, with the Double Zoom kit now around £650-700 and the single lens kit £600-650. The body-only price is £600, making the E-400 more competitive with entry-level models from the likes of Nikon, Canon and Sony.
The world’s smallest and lightest DSLR camera, the Olympus E-400, has just become cheaper in the UK. Prices have been slashed, with the Double Zoom kit now around £650-700 and the single lens kit £600-650. The body-only price is £600, making the E-400 more competitive with entry-level models from the…
The new special edition Samsung NV3 OPL camera is coated with a patterned Oriental Plant Lacquer which apparently “evokes artistic techniques from Eastern Asia”. Samsung are also launching a silver version of the NV3 digital camera. The NV3 silver and NV3 OPL retail at £199 and £229 respectively and are available from early February for the NV3 silver and mid-March for the NV3 OPL.
The new special edition Samsung NV3 OPL camera is coated with a patterned Oriental Plant Lacquer which apparently “evokes artistic techniques from Eastern Asia”. Samsung are also launching a silver version of the NV3 digital camera. The NV3 silver and NV3 OPL retail at £199 and £229 respectively and are…
Nikon USA has issued a Service Advisory notice for the following Coolpix cameras: 3100, 3500, 4500, 5000, 5400, 5700 and SQ. The symptoms include images with a strong color tint, images that are totally black and/or images with visible defects. Nikon USA will fix your camera free of charge.
Nikon USA has issued a Service Advisory notice for the following Coolpix cameras: 3100, 3500, 4500, 5000, 5400, 5700 and SQ. The symptoms include images with a strong color tint, images that are totally black and/or images with visible defects. Nikon USA will fix your camera free of charge.
The International Imaging Industry Association (I3A) has launched a new website which aims to educate consumers about how to protect and preserve their digital photos. The website http://www.savemymemories.org explains how to create a backup solution for long term storage, the pros and cons of various methods and media, and tips for organizing photo collections to make it easy to locate individual photos in the future.
The International Imaging Industry Association (I3A) has launched a new website which aims to educate consumers about how to protect and preserve their digital photos. The website http://www.savemymemories.org explains how to create a backup solution for long term storage, the pros and cons of various methods and media, and tips…
The new ATP 2GB microSD flash card is aimed at mobile phones which offer MP3 playback, video recording, and higher megapixel photographic capabilities. ATP have also announced a 2Gb version of the Trio Professional Plus, which allows for compatibility and direct transferability of data with all three SD formats, plus a new microSD to MS PRO Duo Reader. ATP’s new 2GB microSD, SD Trio, and microSD to MS PRO Duo Reader are available immediately.
The new ATP 2GB microSD flash card is aimed at mobile phones which offer MP3 playback, video recording, and higher megapixel photographic capabilities. ATP have also announced a 2Gb version of the Trio Professional Plus, which allows for compatibility and direct transferability of data with all three SD formats, plus…
DPreview have the first review of the new Panasonic DMC-FZ8 camera.
“I’m not going to dwell on the noise / noise reduction issue here; we’ve done it to death and there are plenty of examples in the review and the gallery to allow you to make your own mind up. At ISO 100 and 200, if you turn the noise reduction to low (or shoot raw) the FZ8 is a little noisy, but the overall quality of output is excellent, and it produces superb prints. At higher ISO settings you’re never going to get amazing results from a 1/2.5” 7MP sensor.”
Website: DPReview - Panasonic DMC-FZ8 Review
DPreview have the first review of the new Panasonic DMC-FZ8 camera. “I’m not going to dwell on the noise / noise reduction issue here; we’ve done it to death and there are plenty of examples in the review and the gallery to allow you to make your own mind up…
Thom Hogan has published his review of the new Nikon D40 entry level DSLR camera.
“Color accuracy for the default sRGB Color Space is about the same as previous Nikons that use the same sensor: nearly perfect in most greens, browns, and some of the blues, a bit exaggerated in the deep blues and some of the yellow/red colors. Most people will find that pleasing (warmer skin tones, deeper sky colors). AdobeRGB Color Space is closer to correct, and requires very little correction in a converter to get fairly “neutral” coloration.”
Website: Thom Hogan - Nikon D40 Review
Website: Read our Nikon D40 Review
Thom Hogan has published his review of the new Nikon D40 entry level DSLR camera. “Color accuracy for the default sRGB Color Space is about the same as previous Nikons that use the same sensor: nearly perfect in most greens, browns, and some of the blues, a bit exaggerated in…
CNET have reviewed the Sony W35 which offers 7.2 megapixels, Real Imaging Processor, ISO 1000 and a 3x optical zoom lens.
“The camera performed quite well in our tests, considering its low price tag. After a mere 1.4-second startup time, we were rattling off shots every 1.4 seconds. With the onboard flash enabled, that time slightly increased to 1.7 seconds. Shutter lag was a peppy 0.4 seconds in bright light, though the lag increased to 1.7 seconds in dim environments. Burst mode was acceptable, snapping four full-resolution shots in just under three seconds for a rate of 1.34 frames per second.”
Website: CNET - Sony W35 Review
CNET have reviewed the Sony W35 which offers 7.2 megapixels, Real Imaging Processor, ISO 1000 and a 3x optical zoom lens. “The camera performed quite well in our tests, considering its low price tag. After a mere 1.4-second startup time, we were rattling off shots every 1.4 seconds. With the…
DigitalCameraInfo have reviewed the 7 megapixel, dual-lens Kodak Easyshare V705 camera.
“Kodak priced the EasyShare V705 at $349 and that isn’t outrageously overpriced but certainly rides the line. The camera’s specs certainly justify the price. The dual lens system lets users enjoy a wide 23mm focal length and a total zoom of 5x, something that just can’t be found on many ultra-compact digital cameras. The dual lens system requires two image sensors, each with 7.1 megapixels. A 2.5-inch high-resolution LCD screen and 32 MB of internal memory round out the specs. $349 sounds fair enough until you consider the awful color reproduction, inability to snap even halfway decent pictures in low light, the furry look of most pictures, and overall poor image quality.”
Website: DigitalCameraInfo - Kodak Easyshare V705 Review
Website: Read our Kodak Easyshare V705 Review
DigitalCameraInfo have reviewed the 7 megapixel, dual-lens Kodak Easyshare V705 camera. “Kodak priced the EasyShare V705 at $349 and that isn’t outrageously overpriced but certainly rides the line. The camera’s specs certainly justify the price. The dual lens system lets users enjoy a wide 23mm focal length and a total…
Kodak All-in-One printers promise to save customers up to 50% on everything they print. For every £10 / $15 spent on colour ink and £7 / $10 spent on black ink, you can print the same number of pages at half the cost of other consumer inkjet printers. When the KODAK Photo Value Pack is purchased, a 4 x 6-inch photo costs as little as 7 pence / 10 cents per print. In the UK, the Kodak 5300 AiO will be available in May 2007; the Kodak 5500 is expected to begin shipping in June 2007. In the USA, beginning in March 2007, the Kodak 5100 and Kodak 5300 AiO Printers will retail exclusively at Best Buy, whilst the Kodak 5500 is expected to begin shipping in May 2007.
Update: We now have some photos of pre-production printers taken at the UK press launch in London earlier today. Kodak have spent $500 million and 3.5 years of development time to enter the inkjet market, aiming to provide quality and ease-of-use at up to half the cost of their rivals. Interestingly, Kodak don’t make money on their digital cameras, hence the move into inkjet printing. Expect to see more models in 2007.
Kodak All-in-One printers promise to save customers up to 50% on everything they print. For every £10 / $15 spent on colour ink and £7 / $10 spent on black ink, you can print the same number of pages at half the cost of other consumer inkjet printers. When the…
Corel Painter X, the world’s most powerful painting and illustration software, is now available for pre-order from www.corel.co.uk/painterx (shipping in English version late February 2007). Corel Painter X includes the RealBristle Painting System that provides an organic painting and illustration experience – right down to the individual bristles on the brush. Corel Painter X is £229 / €349 for full, £119 / €179 for upgrade. The Limited Edition Painter Can is available for £259 / €379.
Corel Painter X, the world’s most powerful painting and illustration software, is now available for pre-order from www.corel.co.uk/painterx (shipping in English version late February 2007). Corel Painter X includes the RealBristle Painting System that provides an organic painting and illustration experience – right down to the individual bristles on the…
Scanning Negatives and Slides: Digitizing Your Photographic Archives is a new book that bridges the gap between analog (traditional) and digital photography. The most common software tools for scanning (SilverFast, VueScan, NikonScan) are provided on a companion DVD. Scanning Negatives and Slides costs $44.95 in the US.
Scanning Negatives and Slides: Digitizing Your Photographic Archives is a new book that bridges the gap between analog (traditional) and digital photography. The most common software tools for scanning (SilverFast, VueScan, NikonScan) are provided on a companion DVD. Scanning Negatives and Slides costs $44.95 in the US.