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Ricoh UK Press Release
Ricoh is pleased to announce the release of the new Caplio RR730. This sleek new entry-level digital camera adds more exciting new user-friendly features to its extremely popular RR660 predecessor. The new 7.16-megapixel Ricoh RR730 is slightly lighter and smaller than the RR660, and has a bigger crystal-clear 2.5” color TFT-LCD monitor for even easier viewing.The Ricoh RR730 is the newest addition to Ricoh’s popular, award-winning range of digital cameras, whose outstanding performance, value for money and stylish designs have won them favor around the world from both professional and amateur photographers. The Ricoh RR730 consistently produces amazing, crystal-clear images beyond the level of pictures from other cameras in its class. And with its 3x optical zoom and 4x digital zoom, for a combined 12x zoom, the Ricoh RR730 can effortlessly handle any photographic situation it faces.
Ricoh UK Press Release Ricoh is pleased to announce the release of the new Caplio RR730. This sleek new entry-level digital camera adds more exciting new user-friendly features to its extremely popular RR660 predecessor. The new 7.16-megapixel Ricoh RR730 is slightly lighter and smaller than the RR660, and has a…
Total Training Press Release
Carlsbad, CA, November 9, 2006 – Total Training™, Inc., a pioneer in engaging and innovative video-based training, today announced two new products for creative and office productivity following the newest software releases from Adobe Systems Incorporated. The products are titled Total Training for Adobe Creative Suite 2.3 Premium Bundle and Total Training for Adobe Acrobat 8 Professional. Total Training for Adobe Creative Suite 2.3 Premium includes helpful tips and tricks from award-winning industry professionals that use these defacto standard applications for design and web publishing. Viewers can browse the indexed lessons on DVDs that cover important topics in Adobe® Photoshop®, Illustrator®, InDesign®, GoLive®, and a workflow series. The updated training series also adds tutorials for Acrobat® 8 Professional software, a new component of Creative Suite 2.3, as well as lessons for Dreamweaver® 8, which is newly bundled with the Suite.
Total Training Press Release Carlsbad, CA, November 9, 2006 – Total Training™, Inc., a pioneer in engaging and innovative video-based training, today announced two new products for creative and office productivity following the newest software releases from Adobe Systems Incorporated. The products are titled Total Training for Adobe Creative Suite…
Fujifilm USA Press Release
Valhalla, NY, November 9, 2006 - More than 73 percent of women and almost 50 percent of men feel uneasy in front of a camera. So says the surprising results of a survey conducted recently by FUJIFILM U.S.A., Inc., which commissioned the study to learn why so many folks are apprehensive when asked to smile for a picture. According to survey respondents, weight and hair style concerns are the main reasons for their “picture phobia.” In fact, 44% surveyed preferred to do laundry, 34% would rather pay bills and 18% would rather visit the dentist than pose for a picture. While some would prefer to steer clear of a photographer altogether, many survey respondents cited factors that would make the picture-taking experience – even the most casual one – more pleasurable. Feeling better about appearance (52.9%), help with hair and make-up (35.9%), having the right clothes (26.3%) and/or including family and friends in the picture (27.1%) topped the list. *
Fujifilm USA Press Release Valhalla, NY, November 9, 2006 - More than 73 percent of women and almost 50 percent of men feel uneasy in front of a camera. So says the surprising results of a survey conducted recently by FUJIFILM U.S.A., Inc., which commissioned the study to learn why…
Leica have posted 3 sample images from the new Leica M8 digital rangefinder camera, which has a 10 megapixel sensor, focal factor of 1.33x and an ISO range of 160-2500. There are two full-sized JPGs and one DNG file available to download so that you can check out the image quality for yourself. Also, Magnum photographer Constantine Manos has created a new series of photographs called “American Color” using the Leica M8.
Website: Leica M8 Sample Images
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Leica have posted 3 sample images from the new Leica M8 digital rangefinder camera, which has a 10 megapixel sensor, focal factor of 1.33x and an ISO range of 160-2500. There are two full-sized JPGs and one DNG file available to download so that you can check out the image…
DIWA member and Norwegian website Digit.no have published their review of the new Canon EOS 400D (Canon Digital Rebel XTi in the USA), which offers 10 megapixels, a large 2.5 inch LCD screen and new integrated dust removal system.
“Far too often we see image quality being sacrificed for higher image resolution, mainly in terms of increased image noise. This is not the case with the EOS 400D. Despite its 10 MP resolution, it delivers image quality on par with its far more expensive sibling, the EOS 30D. However, it’s a shame that the performance of the standard zoom lens EF-S 18-55 mm f/3.5-5.6 II does not justify the performance of the camera. In comparison with its predecessor, the EOS 350D, all details are either identical or considerably better, at a lower price. Its performance proved to be way beyond expectations. With a SanDisk Extreme IV memory card, we shot twice as many pictures as specified by Canon, with a faster 3.2 fps speed. Amazing! Add to this a high resolution 2.5” LCD screen with eye control sensor, sensor dust removal, picture styles, improved user friendliness and lots of other goodies, and you get a camera that will be placed on top of many wishing lists for Christmas. And it deserves it!”
Website: Digit.no - Canon EOS 400D Review
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DIWA member and Norwegian website Digit.no have published their review of the new Canon EOS 400D (Canon Digital Rebel XTi in the USA), which offers 10 megapixels, a large 2.5 inch LCD screen and new integrated dust removal system. “Far too often we see image quality being sacrificed for higher…
The Spanish website Quesabesde have just reviewed the Olympus E-400, the world’s smallest and lightest DSLR camera.
Website: Quesabesde - Olympus E-400 Review
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The Spanish website Quesabesde have just reviewed the Olympus E-400, the world’s smallest and lightest DSLR camera. Website: Quesabesde - Olympus E-400 Review Website: Read our Olympus E-400 Review Latest Prices / User Reviews
DivX Press Release
The Casio EXILIM Card EX-S770D Provides High Quality DivX Video Capture Interoperable with Millions of Devices
SAN DIEGO—(BUSINESS WIRE)—DivX, Inc. (NASDAQ:DIVX) announced today that Casio will introduce a new model to its line of DivX Certified digital still cameras in Europe. The DivX Certified Casio EXILIM Card EX-S770D model will be available online throughout Europe in November. The new model is a successor to the popular EX-S600D, the first DivX Certified camera from Casio. The Casio EX-S770D improves on its predecessor by increasing the megapixel count to 7.2 and allowing for video capture in a wide-format movie function (16:9 aspect ratio) that combines with DivX functionality to create breath-taking video. In addition, the Casio EXILIM EX-S770D camera allows consumers to easily access the interoperable DivX ecosystem, to play, create and share high-quality video content across a range of devices and platforms. This includes DVD players, recorders and portable media players. Content created on the camera can be played on all PCs with DivX software installed and on DivX Certified consumer electronics devices from the world’s leading brands.
DivX Press Release The Casio EXILIM Card EX-S770D Provides High Quality DivX Video Capture Interoperable with Millions of Devices SAN DIEGO—(BUSINESS WIRE)—DivX, Inc. (NASDAQ:DIVX) announced today that Casio will introduce a new model to its line of DivX Certified digital still cameras in Europe. The DivX Certified Casio EXILIM Card…
DPReview are reporting that Sharp have just announced a 12 megapixel 1/1.7” image sensor with 1.88 microns. Given the disappointing image quality of a lot of 10 megapixel compact cameras, another escalation in the megapixel wars is not really a welcome development. What do you think - would you buy a camera with such a small sensor and high pixel count?
DPReview are reporting that Sharp have just announced a 12 megapixel 1/1.7” image sensor with 1.88 microns. Given the disappointing image quality of a lot of 10 megapixel compact cameras, another escalation in the megapixel wars is not really a welcome development. What do you think - would you buy…
SanDisk Press Release
SanDisk Wins Prestigious CES Innovation Award for the V-Mate Video Memory Card Recorder
NEW YORK—(BUSINESS WIRE)—SanDisk® Corporation (NASDAQ:SNDK) today announced that the Consumer Electronics Association has given SanDisk a prestigious Innovation Award for the V-Mate™ Video Memory Card Recorder. The V-Mate Video Memory Card Recorder was selected as one of the most innovative consumer electronic products in the Portable Electronics: Audio/Video category. It was showcased today at the 2007 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) Press Review. SanDisk will also hold a press conference and demonstrate the V-Mate at the CES in Las Vegas, NV on January 8-11 at the Innovations 2007 Showcase, booth #68747, at the Sands Expo and Convention Center.
SanDisk Press Release SanDisk Wins Prestigious CES Innovation Award for the V-Mate Video Memory Card Recorder NEW YORK—(BUSINESS WIRE)—SanDisk® Corporation (NASDAQ:SNDK) today announced that the Consumer Electronics Association has given SanDisk a prestigious Innovation Award for the V-Mate™ Video Memory Card Recorder. The V-Mate Video Memory Card Recorder was selected…
DCResource 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.
“Standing on its own, the Canon PowerShot G7 is a very good, full-featured camera. It has very good image quality, superb performance, a stabilized 6X zoom lens, full manual controls, and support for an external flash. However, as a follow-up to the PowerShot G6, this camera is a big disappointment. Gone are the fast lens, rotating LCD, remote control, LCD info display, and RAW support that made that camera one of my favorites. And, with a retail price of almost $600, the G7 is priced dangerously close to entry-level digital SLRs. Do I recommend it? Yep. In the same way that I did the previous G-series cameras? Nope.”
Website: DCResource - Canon G7 Review
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DCResource 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. “Standing on its own, the Canon PowerShot G7 is a very good, full-featured camera. It has very good image quality, superb performance…
CameraLabs have reviewed the new Canon A640 and Canon A630, which has 10 megapixels, a 2.5 inch LCD screen and 4x optical zoom lens.
“Speaking of which, the increase to a maximum of 800 ISO is still quite modest compared to the 1600 and even 3200 ISO modes boasted by other compacts, but of course it’s the quality that counts. Interestingly the A640 adopts a different approach to noise compared to most compacts these days. It appears to apply much lower noise reduction to avoid smearing fine detail, although at the cost of visible noise speckles. Ultimately it’s a personal choice as to which looks best, but we prefer Canon’s approach as at least the detail’s there and you can apply further noise reduction in software later as required.”
Website: CameraLabs - Canon PowerShot A640 Review
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CameraLabs have reviewed the new Canon A640 and Canon A630, which has 10 megapixels, a 2.5 inch LCD screen and 4x optical zoom lens. “Speaking of which, the increase to a maximum of 800 ISO is still quite modest compared to the 1600 and even 3200 ISO modes boasted by…
The Dutch website Pixelmania have just reviewed the Olympus E-400, the world’s smallest and lightest DSLR camera.
Website: Pixelmania - Olympus E-400 Review
Website: Read our Olympus E-400 Review
The Dutch website Pixelmania have just reviewed the Olympus E-400, the world’s smallest and lightest DSLR camera. Website: Pixelmania - Olympus E-400 Review Website: Read our Olympus E-400 Review Latest Prices / User Reviews
PCMagazine have just reviewed the new Canon PIXMA MP600 all-in-one device.
“The Canon Pixma MP600 Photo All-In-One printer ($199.99 direct) proves that Canon sees no reason to mess with a successful formula. Modeled closely on last year’s Editors’ Choice Pixma MP500—which it replaces in Canon’s line—the MP600 costs the same as the MP500 did originally and offers the same all-in-one (AIO) features and strengths, only more so. In particular, where the MP500 stood out for speed and output quality, the MP600 is faster and delivers even better print quality.”
PCMagazine have just reviewed the new Canon PIXMA MP600 all-in-one device. “The Canon Pixma MP600 Photo All-In-One printer ($199.99 direct) proves that Canon sees no reason to mess with a successful formula. Modeled closely on last year’s Editors’ Choice Pixma MP500—which it replaces in Canon’s line—the MP600 costs the same…
Fujifilm UK Press Release
08 November 2006 - Fujifilm is pleased to announce the launch of the Fujifilm FinePix Z5fd; the first in its range of ‘Z’ series cameras to feature hardware-based Face Detection technology. Available in three colours, Raspberry Red, Mocha Brown and Silver, the Fujifilm Z5fd becomes the flagship in Fujifilm’s ultra-slim, style-compact line-up alongside the FinePix Z3 and Z2. With 3x optical zoom, 6.3 Megapixels, ISO 1600, Intelligent Flash and new blog mode; plus Fujifilm’s unique Super CCD HR and RP Processor II, the Fujifilm Z5fd’s diminutive size and chic outer-shell look at odds with the amount of technology at its heart. The Fujifilm FinePix Z5fd is small enough that it will fit easily into a pocket or the most minimalist of clutch bags. The Fujifilm FinePix Z5fd features the traditional ‘Z’ series sliding lens cover, with a ‘Z5’ motif that lights up in operation, 2.5” scratch resistant LCD screen and non-extending Fujinon 3x optical zoom lens so that it will emerge unscathed from even the most cluttered of spaces.
Fujifilm UK Press Release 08 November 2006 - Fujifilm is pleased to announce the launch of the Fujifilm FinePix Z5fd; the first in its range of ‘Z’ series cameras to feature hardware-based Face Detection technology. Available in three colours, Raspberry Red, Mocha Brown and Silver, the Fujifilm Z5fd becomes the…
Fujifilm UK Press Release
07 November 2006 - Fujifilm Professional is delighted to announce that the company is planning to re-launch Fujichrome Velvia 50 into the UK market. Production of Velvia 50 was halted at the beginning of 2005 when vital raw materials used in the production of the emulsion became unavailable. The re-launch of Velvia 50 is a further illustration of Fujifilm’s continued commitment to the production and promotion of professional film. Russ Gunn, Fujifilm Professional Product Manager, made this comment: “We have received many requests from photographers to restart manufacturing, as they had used Velvia 50 for many years and consider it unmatched in terms of quality and character. One of Fujifilm’s main priorities is to nurture the culture of photography, so we have been reviewing the possibility of restarting production.”
Fujifilm UK Press Release 07 November 2006 - Fujifilm Professional is delighted to announce that the company is planning to re-launch Fujichrome Velvia 50 into the UK market. Production of Velvia 50 was halted at the beginning of 2005 when vital raw materials used in the production of the emulsion…
Olympus America Press Release
CENTER VALLEY, Pa, November 7, 2006 - Olympus Imaging America Inc. is proud to announce that the Olympus EVOLT E-330, the world’s first interchangeable lens digital SLR (single lens reflex) to feature a true “Live View” image on the LCD screen, in addition to the optical viewfinder, has won a 2006 Popular Science Best of What’s New Award in the Gadgets category. “Best of What’s New is the ultimate Popular Science accolade, representing a year’s worth of work evaluating thousands of products,” says Mark Jannot, editor of Popular Science. “These awards honor innovations that not only influence the way we live today, but that change the way we think about the future.”
Olympus America Press Release CENTER VALLEY, Pa, November 7, 2006 - Olympus Imaging America Inc. is proud to announce that the Olympus EVOLT E-330, the world’s first interchangeable lens digital SLR (single lens reflex) to feature a true “Live View” image on the LCD screen, in addition to the optical…
FotoNation Press Release
FotoNation Implements PTP-IP Protocol on Trimble Devices to Wirelessly Transfer Photos from Digital Cameras
Burlingame, CA, Nov. 6, 2006—FotoNation, (www.fotonation.com), a world-leading imaging and connectivity solutions company for the digital photography industry, announced today that it has been selected by Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) to provide wireless PTP-IP technology for Trimble’s Mapping & Geographic Information System (GIS) handheld product line. Trimble’s new TrimPix technology enabled by FotoNation, links high resolution digital photographs to GIS features using Wi-Fi capable Nikon cameras. The technology is being showcased at the Trimble Dimensions Users Conference in Las Vegas and the European Conference for ESRI Users in Athens, Greece.
FotoNation Press Release FotoNation Implements PTP-IP Protocol on Trimble Devices to Wirelessly Transfer Photos from Digital Cameras Burlingame, CA, Nov. 6, 2006—FotoNation, (www.fotonation.com), a world-leading imaging and connectivity solutions company for the digital photography industry, announced today that it has been selected by Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) to provide wireless PTP-IP…
Intro 2020 Press Release
Unlock and enjoy your archived images with the new Summit 7 inch Photo Frame . The popularity of digital photography has created large archives of images on many home computers which rarely get seen and can be difficult to find. The new Summit 7 inch digital Photo Frame is a stylish way to view your favourite digital images in any location, either at home or work. Simply take your media card directly from your camera, or load your favourite images onto a spare card and plug it into the built in card reader. As soon as a card is inserted and the unit switched on the images on the card will automatically be detected and played in a slideshow sequence. Customers can also alter the display time of each image and there is a choice of transitions.
Intro 2020 Press Release Unlock and enjoy your archived images with the new Summit 7 inch Photo Frame . The popularity of digital photography has created large archives of images on many home computers which rarely get seen and can be difficult to find. The new Summit 7 inch digital…
AKVIS Press Release
October 26, 2006 - AKVIS LLC announces the release of the new version of AKVIS Noise Buster V.3.0 for Windows and Macintosh. This new version of noise reduction software supports batch processing that allows applying the same settings to a group of images. Whether you get digital images using a digital camera or a scanner, you may often notice the so-called digital noise. Such images can be improved with noise removal software. The idea is to reach balance between removing noise and keeping fine details on a picture. AKVIS Noise Buster reduces both luminance and color noise on digital images without spoiling other aspects of the photo. It makes your photos look more sharp and crisp.
AKVIS Press Release October 26, 2006 - AKVIS LLC announces the release of the new version of AKVIS Noise Buster V.3.0 for Windows and Macintosh. This new version of noise reduction software supports batch processing that allows applying the same settings to a group of images. Whether you get digital…
AKVIS Press Release
November 8, 2006 - AKVIS LLC announces the release of AKVIS Sketch plug-in v.2.0 for Windows and Macintosh. The revolutionary algorithm allows converting a photo into a pencil sketch in a few mouse clicks. The Photoshop batch mode conversion introduced in the new version allows you to automatically convert a series of images, thus creating comics from videos! If youve always wanted to draw but didn’t know how, AKVIS Sketch 2.0 is the right software for you. This smart plug-in for photo-to-sketch conversion will help you to embody your creative ideas. You can make any photo look like B&W or color drawing, imitate the technique of graphite or color pencil, charcoal or watercolor painting.
AKVIS Press Release November 8, 2006 - AKVIS LLC announces the release of AKVIS Sketch plug-in v.2.0 for Windows and Macintosh. The revolutionary algorithm allows converting a photo into a pencil sketch in a few mouse clicks. The Photoshop batch mode conversion introduced in the new version allows you to…