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PopPhoto have reviewed the Pentax K10D, which offers 10.2 megapixels, shake-reduction, dust removal system, 22-bit colour, three new shooting modes, 2.5 inch LCD screen and 11 point auto-focusing.
“In the hands, the camera feels satisfyingly solid. The concave lip/grip below the K10D logo is a great little consideration for times when it’s necessary to hold the camera with the left hand. For those unfamiliar with the floating sensor stabilization design, it can be a bit unsettling to hear the sensor rattle around when the camera is off, but you’ll get over it when you see the image results, especially at slow shutter speeds in low light.”
Website: PopPhoto - Pentax K10D Review
PopPhoto have reviewed the Pentax K10D, which offers 10.2 megapixels, shake-reduction, dust removal system, 22-bit colour, three new shooting modes, 2.5 inch LCD screen and 11 point auto-focusing. “In the hands, the camera feels satisfyingly solid. The concave lip/grip below the K10D logo is a great little consideration for times…
Imaging Resource have reviewed the 7 megapixel, 10x optical zoom Olympus SP-510 UZ.
“The Olympus SP-510 does capture very nice images in daylight and under adequate indoor lighting conditions. Macro shots I took of the few flowers in my neighborhood still growing this late in the season had lively but not overly saturated color. The Olympus ED 10x f/2.8-f/3.8 aperture optical zoom lens provides very good sharpness, though because the camera uses digital image stabilization instead of hardware-based optical image stabilization, some shots I took at the full 10x zoom were not very sharp, especially in low light conditions when the camera automatically boosts the ISO.”
Imaging Resource have reviewed the 7 megapixel, 10x optical zoom Olympus SP-510 UZ. “The Olympus SP-510 does capture very nice images in daylight and under adequate indoor lighting conditions. Macro shots I took of the few flowers in my neighborhood still growing this late in the season had lively but…
Apple have just released Apple Aperture 1.5.2, which addresses some issues related to overall reliability and performance in a number of areas of the application (see list below). The download is 131Mb. This update is recommended for all Aperture users.
What’s New in this Version
• Contact sheet printing
• Smart Albums
• Watermarks
• Lift and stamp
• Image export
• Versions created using an external editor
Apple have just released Apple Aperture 1.5.2, which addresses some issues related to overall reliability and performance in a number of areas of the application (see list below). The download is 131Mb. This update is recommended for all Aperture users. What’s New in this Version • Contact sheet printing •…
Sharpcast Press Release
Sharpcast Photos iPhoto uploader is an ideal solution for people who use both a Mac and a PC; delivers a completely new way to back up and share photo albums online
PALO ALTO, CALIF. (December 12, 2006) – Sharpcast today introduced a completely new and effortless way for Mac owners to back up and share their iPhoto albums online, and to view their iPhoto albums on a mobile phone or Windows-based PC. With the Sharpcast Photos iPhoto uploader, Mac owners can export iPhoto albums directly from their Macs into their Sharpcast Photos Web albums in just a few clicks, where they are backed up, easy to share, and automatically synced all the way down to the person’s mobile phone and PC desktop. Sharpcast’s iPhoto uploader is available as a free download at www.sharpcast.com/download.
Sharpcast Press Release Sharpcast Photos iPhoto uploader is an ideal solution for people who use both a Mac and a PC; delivers a completely new way to back up and share photo albums online PALO ALTO, CALIF. (December 12, 2006) – Sharpcast today introduced a completely new and effortless way…
Olympus Press Release
CENTER VALLEY, Pa., Dec. 11 /PRNewswire/—For most of us, red eye in our photos is nothing to be proud of. But for scientists around the globe, a brilliant crimson image of the inside of a mouse’s eye has set a new standard as one of the most beautiful and striking photos in the world. The image, captured by San Diego researcher Thomas Deerinck, triumphed over more than 1200 other entries to become the top prizewinner in the international 2006 Olympus BioScapes Digital Imaging Competition—the world’s foremost forum for showcasing microscope photos and videos of life science subjects.
Olympus Press Release CENTER VALLEY, Pa., Dec. 11 /PRNewswire/—For most of us, red eye in our photos is nothing to be proud of. But for scientists around the globe, a brilliant crimson image of the inside of a mouse’s eye has set a new standard as one of the most…
OnAsia Press Release
Bangkok , THAILAND - December 12th, 2006 - Kashmir-based OnAsia Photographer Yasin Dar has won the People in the News category of the prestigious India Press Photo (IPP) Awards 2006. His winning photo essay offers a poignant description of the lives of children orphaned by the ongoing conflict in Kashmir (click here to view Yasin’s winning story: http://www.onasia.com/content/story.aspx?storyID=262&page=3 ) “Yasin Dar’s images combine an understanding of the situation in Kashmir with a strong photojournalistic vision. His pictures show the human cost of the conflict in Kashmir. Much of their strength is derived from the fact that they are powerful without being sensational,” said OnAsia’s Chief Editor Olivier Nilsson who works regularly with Yasin.
OnAsia Press Release Bangkok , THAILAND - December 12th, 2006 - Kashmir-based OnAsia Photographer Yasin Dar has won the People in the News category of the prestigious India Press Photo (IPP) Awards 2006. His winning photo essay offers a poignant description of the lives of children orphaned by the ongoing…
Our Australian friends over at Buy-n-Shoot.com have just informed us that they’ve turned 5 years old this month. The site, run by photographer Michael Gazzola has for quite a while dominated the Australian market for photography news but in more recent times has been noticed by the larger global audience who are starting to add Buy-n-Shoot.com to their web browser’s ‘favorites’.
Our Australian friends over at Buy-n-Shoot.com have just informed us that they’ve turned 5 years old this month. The site, run by photographer Michael Gazzola has for quite a while dominated the Australian market for photography news but in more recent times has been noticed by the larger global audience…
Olympus have released a new firmware update for the FE-200 digital camera, which improves USB connectivity, power and zoom operations (no more details are forthcoming).
Website: Olympus FE-200 v1.1 Firmware Update
Olympus have released a new firmware update for the FE-200 digital camera, which improves USB connectivity, power and zoom operations (no more details are forthcoming). Website: Olympus FE-200 v1.1 Firmware Update
PCMagazine have reviewed the new 8 megapixel Kodak Easyshare C875 digital camera.
“The C875 has a very nice 5X optical-zoom lens that runs from 37mm to 185mm (with corresponding maximum f-stops of f/2.8 to f/4.4); I just wish Kodak had given the camera a slightly wider-angle lens. The menus were created to be very simple and clear. I especially like Kodak’s attempt to explain terms and features by including an “i” button that you press for more info. Explanations are then displayed on the camera’s 2.5-inch LCD.”
PCMagazine have reviewed the new 8 megapixel Kodak Easyshare C875 digital camera. “The C875 has a very nice 5X optical-zoom lens that runs from 37mm to 185mm (with corresponding maximum f-stops of f/2.8 to f/4.4); I just wish Kodak had given the camera a slightly wider-angle lens. The menus were…
TrustedReviews 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.
“Image quality is, thankfully, superb. The G7 is equipped with Canon’s latest Digic III image processor, which is both fast and effective. As you’ll see from the sample shots, detail definition is approaching that of a 10MP DSLR. The new lens may be slower than the previous model, but it is nice and sharp right across the frame with virtually no wide-angle distortion. Purple fringing, a big problem on many 10MP compacts, is thankfully well controlled. Image noise, also sometimes a problem for this type of sensor, is also very well controlled. Images are very good at 200 ISO and quite good at 400, although quality does drop off noticeably at higher settings. That said, even at 1600 ISO colour noise is kept to a minimum.”
Website: TrustedReviews - Canon G7 Review
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TrustedReviews 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. “Image quality is, thankfully, superb. The G7 is equipped with Canon’s latest Digic III image processor, which is both fast and effective…
DCResource have reviewed the new Nikon Coolpix L5, which offers a 5x zoom lens, 7 megapixels and 2.5 inch LCD screen.
“Overall, the L5’s photo quality was just okay. The good news is that the camera took well-exposed photos, with pleasing colors and not much purple fringing. The bad news is that photos are on the soft side, especially fine details (example), and there’s no way to adjust this on the camera. Furthermore, since the camera adjusts the ISO automatically, photos may end up being noisier than they could be. For smaller-sized prints none of this should matter, but for “big prints” you may want to consider another camera.”
Website: DCResource - Nikon Coolpix L5 Review
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DCResource have reviewed the new Nikon Coolpix L5, which offers a 5x zoom lens, 7 megapixels and 2.5 inch LCD screen. “Overall, the L5’s photo quality was just okay. The good news is that the camera took well-exposed photos, with pleasing colors and not much purple fringing. The bad news…
Megapixel.net have just reviewed the 10.2 megapixel Sony A100 DSLR camera.
“With an attractive price, the 10-megapixel Alpha 100 is deserving of the attention it has received. Purchased as a kit with one or two lenses, the Alpha is immediately useable, and will produce high quality photos at all but the widest angle of the 18 - 70 mm lens. Moreover, with its numerous advanced features and full compatibility with a wide number of Minolta A mount lenses in addition to the upcoming Carl Zeiss designed Sony lenses, the Alpha 100 should prove to be one of the most popular entry-level DSLR cameras.”
Website: Megapixel.net - Sony A100 Review
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Megapixel.net have just reviewed the 10.2 megapixel Sony A100 DSLR camera. “With an attractive price, the 10-megapixel Alpha 100 is deserving of the attention it has received. Purchased as a kit with one or two lenses, the Alpha is immediately useable, and will produce high quality photos at all but…
CNET have reviewed the new Epson 3800 A2 printer with UltraChrome K3 ink and the smallest footprint on the market.
“Like the other printers that use Epson’s K3 inks, the 3800 produces prints with accurate colors and minimal metamerism, and none of the bronzing that marred the performance of the Stylus Photo R2200. We also saw impressively deep blacks—Epson rates the maximum density (DMax) at as high as 2.3D. Of course, the depth of black, and more importantly, the brightness and neutrality of whites and lighter colors will vary based on the paper you choose, but we saw an impressive amount of color fidelity across various paper types. Plus, the ICC color profiles that Epson ships with the printer proved excellent.”
Website: CNET - Epson 3800 Review
CNET have reviewed the new Epson 3800 A2 printer with UltraChrome K3 ink and the smallest footprint on the market. “Like the other printers that use Epson’s K3 inks, the 3800 produces prints with accurate colors and minimal metamerism, and none of the bronzing that marred the performance of the…
Steves Digicams have just reviewed the 10.2 megapixel Sony A100 DSLR camera.
“The A100’s ergonomics were excellent. The grip was comfortably sized, and the camera controls were well-placed, not getting in the way during shooting yet easily accessible when needed. The A100 marks the return of the Function dial, providing access to the camera’s metering, flash, focus, ISO, White Balance, Dynamic Range and color/DEC controls - simply turn the dial and hit the Fn button at its center for direct access to the control of your choice without wading through a menu system to find it. The look and feel of the A100 is more camera-like than most consumer dSLRs, a plus for those migrating from film SLRs.”
Website: Steves Digicams - Sony A100 Review
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Steves Digicams have just reviewed the 10.2 megapixel Sony A100 DSLR camera. “The A100’s ergonomics were excellent. The grip was comfortably sized, and the camera controls were well-placed, not getting in the way during shooting yet easily accessible when needed. The A100 marks the return of the Function dial, providing…
In the latest installment of this regular series, we cast the spotlight on members of the PhotographyBLOG Gallery and ask them about their photography. The 23rd member to sit in the interview chair is Amandart.
“When I first got interested in digital photography I went to the library, bought magazines, and did everything I could think of to learn what I could. Nothing beats looking at all the photos and reading the comments.”
Website: Gallery Member Spotlight - Amandart
In the latest installment of this regular series, we cast the spotlight on members of the PhotographyBLOG Gallery and ask them about their photography. The 23rd member to sit in the interview chair is Amandart. “When I first got interested in digital photography I went to the library, bought magazines…
Just in time for Christmas…another new memory card format. Sandisk and Sony are working on a faster, larger capacity version of the Memory Stick PRO format, called Memory Stick PRO-HG, which is 3 times as fast and has a maximum size of 32GB.
Sony Press Release
Sunnyvale / Tokyo, December 11, 2006 - SanDisk Corporation (NASDAQ: SNDK) and Sony Corporation today announced the development of the “Memory Stick PRO-HG” format expanded from the “Memory Stick PRO” format. The continuing increase in the capacity of IC recording media has broadened its usage as a practical way to store high-resolution digital photos, music and video content (from the Internet or TV programs) on portable devices that are designed to handle digital entertainment content. The demand for real-time recording and transfer of multiple gigabytes of data using IC recording media is expected to increase rapidly, due to the growing popularity of high resolution video and digital still image applications.
Just in time for Christmas…another new memory card format. Sandisk and Sony are working on a faster, larger capacity version of the Memory Stick PRO format, called Memory Stick PRO-HG, which is 3 times as fast and has a maximum size of 32GB. Sony Press Release Sunnyvale / Tokyo, December…
This week’s Gary’s Parries topics are:
1. Gary’s Parries Is Currently In The Process Of Moving
2. Animal Cruelty (Revisited)
Introducing this week’s Gary’s Parries column. Everything you always wanted to know about digital cameras, but were afraid to ask. No question too difficult, or too easy. As a Senior Principal Software Engineer, and a former Assistant Professor of Computer Information Systems, as well as a recording studio owner/operator, inventor, and now, a digital camera enthusiast, GARY has more digital camera knowledge in his entire brain than most people have in their little finger. In the unlikely event that GARY would not know the answer to your question, he will answer it anyway, true to the spirit of the word “Parries”, a fencing term which, in this context, implies “cleverly evasive answers”. So let your imagination run wild. Email all your nagging digital camera questions to: [email protected] , and then, En Garde!
You may also attach to your email an ORIGINAL PHOTO of your choosing. A preview of the photo will be displayed with your question, and a full-sized version will be just a click away. No personal information will be published with your question unless you specifically include it in the text or attached photo of your email, which may be further edited for grammar, content, or other reasons.
This week’s Gary’s Parries topics are: 1. Gary’s Parries Is Currently In The Process Of Moving 2. Animal Cruelty (Revisited) Introducing this week’s Gary’s Parries column. Everything you always wanted to know about digital cameras, but were afraid to ask. No question too difficult, or too easy. As a Senior…
Olympus Press Release
CENTER VALLEY, Pa – Olympus Visionary Gary Crallé has been awarded two of the Society of American Travel Writers’ (SATW) coveted Bill Muster Photo Showcase Awards. A Canadian travel photographer and journalist, Gary Crallé has had work published in newspapers, magazines and advertisements in more than 35 countries. “Capturing the spirit of the environment and excitement of travel have long been strengths in Gary’s photography,” said John Knaur, senior marketing manager DSLR, Olympus Imaging America Inc. “Gary embodies the true idea of a visionary photographer, and Olympus is proud to be affiliated with such an energetic and passionate photographer, and congratulates him on this well deserved award.”
Olympus Press Release CENTER VALLEY, Pa – Olympus Visionary Gary Crallé has been awarded two of the Society of American Travel Writers’ (SATW) coveted Bill Muster Photo Showcase Awards. A Canadian travel photographer and journalist, Gary Crallé has had work published in newspapers, magazines and advertisements in more than 3…
Center for Jazz Arts Press Release
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif./EWORLDWIRE/Dec. 9, 2006—- One of the most beloved photographers in the world, William Claxton transcends the ordinary to the extraordinary as he captures the essence of life with emotion - a feeling that is universally understood - via an unprecedented event to benefit the Center for Jazz Arts (CJA), an organization dedicated to growing global understanding of and appreciation for American values. On December 15, the virtual gavel will go down on five separate auctions, each featuring a distinct opportunity to accompany Claxton on a photo shoot with a celebrity - from Star Trek to stardom, each lays claim to fame and recognition in the creative arts industry, along with a long list of distinguished awards and accolades. To commemorate the occasion of the time spent with Claxton and the illustrious personality, the winning bidder will receive a limited edition print selected from the shoot.
Center for Jazz Arts Press Release BEVERLY HILLS, Calif./EWORLDWIRE/Dec. 9, 2006—- One of the most beloved photographers in the world, William Claxton transcends the ordinary to the extraordinary as he captures the essence of life with emotion - a feeling that is universally understood - via an unprecedented event to…
Society for Imaging Science & Technology Press Release
Springfield, Va., December 6, 2006 — Las Vegas is the venue for the first International Symposium on Technologies for Digital Fulfillment, sponsored by the Society for Imaging Science and Technology (www.imaging.org). An evolution of the highly-acclaimed biennial
International Symposia on Photofinishing Technology, the 2007 conference will be held March 3-5, 2007—just prior to PMA2007—at the Westin Casuarina Hotel and Spa in Las Vegas, Nevada. As the industry undergoes an epic transformation, this technical conference (the only one offered in conjunction with PMA/DIMA) will address issues associated with generating photos from capture devices—such as camera phones, digital still cameras, and conventional color negative film—to image processing and various modes and methods of output. The conference features 26 talks, two of which will include working demonstrations of the new technology advances being described.
Society for Imaging Science & Technology Press Release Springfield, Va., December 6, 2006 — Las Vegas is the venue for the first International Symposium on Technologies for Digital Fulfillment, sponsored by the Society for Imaging Science and Technology (www.imaging.org). An evolution of the highly-acclaimed biennial International Symposia on Photofinishing Technology…