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AKVIS Press Release
October, 2006 - AKVIS LLC releases version 4.3 of its photo collage plug-in AKVIS Chameleon. The new version fixes the bugs on Macintosh. Besides, the Help files now show how to work with the program in Paint Shop Pro, Corel Photo-Paint and Ulead Photoimpact. Creating photo collages can be a lot of fun. Especially if you use AKVIS Chameleon. This ingenious software makes the process easy and entertaining. As the name of the program suggests, the plug-in pastes a copied object into a picture in such a way that the object adapts to the new color range and blends with the background, the way chameleons do.
AKVIS Press Release October, 2006 - AKVIS LLC releases version 4.3 of its photo collage plug-in AKVIS Chameleon. The new version fixes the bugs on Macintosh. Besides, the Help files now show how to work with the program in Paint Shop Pro, Corel Photo-Paint and Ulead Photoimpact. Creating photo collages…
CNET have the first review of the new 7 megapixel, 10x zoom Kodak EasyShare Z710 camera.
“The EasyShare Z710’s image quality was neither bad nor impressive in our tests. As usual, colors were accurate and adequately saturated. At lower ISOs, the camera was able to capture oodles of detail; we were even able to discern the individual hairs on the plush ape in our test scene. The camera’s high-quality lens no doubt helped in this and showed almost no noticeable distortion, even at the wide and telephoto extremes of its zoom range. Most superzooms show at least some noticeable distortion at one of the extremes if not both. As is typical of Kodak, we saw some minor JPEG artifacts in images, which caused some curved lines to become jaggy, though most causal snapshooters might not notice this.”
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CNET have the first review of the new 7 megapixel, 10x zoom Kodak EasyShare Z710 camera. “The EasyShare Z710’s image quality was neither bad nor impressive in our tests. As usual, colors were accurate and adequately saturated. At lower ISOs, the camera was able to capture oodles of detail; we…
Steves Digicams have reviewed the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T50 announced today, which features a 3 inch, 230,000 pixel LCD touch-screen.
“The T50 is quite the performer. From sliding open the lens cover till the first shot was captured measured an impressive 1.5 seconds. Shutter lag, the time between depressing the shutter and capturing the image, measured less than 1/10 of a second when pre-focused, and only 2/10 of a second including autofocus. Shooting in single exposure mode, the shot to shot delay averaged 1.4 seconds between frames without flash, and 2.0 - 2.5 seconds with flash, depending on subject distance and battery strength.”
Steves Digicams have reviewed the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T50 announced today, which features a 3 inch, 230,000 pixel LCD touch-screen. “The T50 is quite the performer. From sliding open the lens cover till the first shot was captured measured an impressive 1.5 seconds. Shutter lag, the time between depressing the shutter…
BenQ Press Release
The BenQ E720 features a 7 megapixel CCD image sensor, 3x optical zoom, smc Pentax lens and a sleek aluminum body design. The E720 will be available from November and will retail at £139.99 inc.
TAIPEI, TAIWAN, 11 October, 2006 – BenQ today introduced a new addition to its award-winning digital camera lineup with the new E720, featuring a 7.0 megapixel CCD image sensor, 3x optical zoom, smc Pentax (Super Multi-Coating) lens and a large 2.5 inch LTPS display. The BenQ E720 features a sleek brushed aluminum body with a shiny metal grip and an anti-oxidized, moisture resistant aluminum surface. “Sometimes design inspiration comes from items we love to look at and touch; for many, this means luxury products such as handbags and fragrances. When I look at the E720, I think of something luxurious.” said Manfred Wang, Director of BenQ Lifestyle Design Center. “If you place the E720 vertically, you’ll see its resemblance to a fragrance bottle, complete with a luxurious stopper on top.”
BenQ Press Release The BenQ E720 features a 7 megapixel CCD image sensor, 3x optical zoom, smc Pentax lens and a sleek aluminum body design. The E720 will be available from November and will retail at £139.99 inc. TAIPEI, TAIWAN, 11 October, 2006 – BenQ today introduced a new addition…
Kingston Technology Press Release
[11 October 2006] Kingston Technology, the world’s leading independent memory manufacturer, today launched the DataTraveler Secure - a new line of durable, waterproof USB 2.0 Flash drives featuring industry-leading hardware-based encryption to safeguard critical data. The new DataTraveler Secure joins Kingston Technology’s family of DataTraveler USB drives and is ideal for professionals and SME users. Capable of withstanding harsh operating conditions, the new DataTraveler Secure features a revolutionary new waterproof titanium-coated stainless steel casing. Its waterproof rating conforms to the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 60529 IPX8 standard to protect against water damage to depths of up to four feet.
Kingston Technology Press Release [11 October 2006] Kingston Technology, the world’s leading independent memory manufacturer, today launched the DataTraveler Secure - a new line of durable, waterproof USB 2.0 Flash drives featuring industry-leading hardware-based encryption to safeguard critical data. The new DataTraveler Secure joins Kingston Technology’s family of DataTraveler USB…
Panasonic have released a new firmware update, v1.1, for their DMC-L1 DSLR camera.
Improvements:
1. Makes it possible to shoot while RAW photo data is being saved.
2. Improves focusing performance when shooting low-contrast subjects.
3. Improves white balance and colors when shooting in high-color-temperature or low-color-temperature lighting.
4. Boosts the precision of the automatic exposure function when a lens that is brighter than an F2.0 lens is used.
5. Makes the A (aperture priority) mode available when the OM lens and OM lens adaptor are in use.
Panasonic have released a new firmware update, v1.1, for their DMC-L1 DSLR camera. Improvements: 1. Makes it possible to shoot while RAW photo data is being saved. 2. Improves focusing performance when shooting low-contrast subjects. 3. Improves white balance and colors when shooting in high-color-temperature or low-color-temperature lighting. 4. Boosts…
Wacom Press Release
Wacom, the leading manufacturer of pen tablets and interactive pen displays, today announces an update to the entry-level Volito2 pen tablet. Aimed at consumers using a pen tablet for painting, writing, navigating or editing photos, Volito2 with ArtRage2 will now offer increased functionality with the easy to use painting software. ArtRage2 is designed to provide a realistic and fun simulation of using paint on a canvas, along with pens, pencils, crayons, and other tools. In combination with the Volito2 pen tablet the user can take full advantage of the pressure sensitivity support of these drawing tools to create a realistic painting feel. The Volito2 pen has 512 levels of pressure sensitivity, offering a natural experience when working with the painting tools.
Wacom Press Release Wacom, the leading manufacturer of pen tablets and interactive pen displays, today announces an update to the entry-level Volito2 pen tablet. Aimed at consumers using a pen tablet for painting, writing, navigating or editing photos, Volito2 with ArtRage2 will now offer increased functionality with the easy to…
Imaging Resource have the first online review of the 10 megapixel Sony Cyber-shot DSC-N2 camera.
“Equipped with a 10-megapixel CCD, the Sony N2 captures image resolutions as high as 3,468 x 2,736, which is quite large. With a suggested retail price of $449.95, this is a lot of resolution for the money (plus a host of unique, fun features to boot). The Sony N2 is quite versatile, offering image contrast and sharpness adjustments, as well as color modes and useful tools like bracketing and Multi-Burst shooting. Overall, I’d say the Sony N2 is another good bet from Sony.”
Imaging Resource have the first online review of the 10 megapixel Sony Cyber-shot DSC-N2 camera. “Equipped with a 10-megapixel CCD, the Sony N2 captures image resolutions as high as 3,468 x 2,736, which is quite large. With a suggested retail price of $449.95, this is a lot of resolution for…
CNET have published the first online review of the Olympus FE-170 camera.
“Because of its terrible performance and mediocre shots, the Olympus FE-170 really isn’t worth your time or money. If you really want an inexpensive, easy-to-use snapshot camera, spend the extra $30 and get the Olympus FE-180. It has all of the good qualities of the FE-170 and few of the bad. As a bonus, the FE-180 comes with a set of rechargeable batteries and a wall charger. Sometimes spending a little extra can go a long way.”
Website: CNET - Olympus FE-170 Review
CNET have published the first online review of the Olympus FE-170 camera. “Because of its terrible performance and mediocre shots, the Olympus FE-170 really isn’t worth your time or money. If you really want an inexpensive, easy-to-use snapshot camera, spend the extra $30 and get the Olympus FE-180. It has…
ThinkCamera have reviewed the Casio EX-Z700, a 7.2 megapixel update of the EX-Z600, with a large 2.7 inch LCD screen with a brightness of 1200cd/m2 and 2 new Best Shot modes.
“On the Z600 low light performance is excellent. On the Z700 I’d have to downgrade that to “very good”. This isn’t particularly surprising - on a 7MP camera not only are there more pixels crammed together in the same space (and this ends to increase noise) but when you look at a file at 100% you are effectively looking at a larger print size. I’d be happy to print ISO 800 shots at 6X4. With careful editing using a product such as Noise Ninja you should be able to print them bigger but if you want a camera specially for low light there are better choices - the Fujifilm Z3 for example.”
Website: ThinkCamera - Casio EX-Z700 Review
ThinkCamera have reviewed the Casio EX-Z700, a 7.2 megapixel update of the EX-Z600, with a large 2.7 inch LCD screen with a brightness of 1200cd/m2 and 2 new Best Shot modes. “On the Z600 low light performance is excellent. On the Z700 I’d have to downgrade that to “very good”…
ThinkCamera have reviewed the new 10x zoom, 5 megapixel, compact Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1 digital camera.
“When Panasonic called the TZ1 a “Travel Zoom” it described it perfectly. The camera can perform well at both the Wide and Tele end of the scale, allowing you to capture both portrait and landscape shots of the places you visit, and the sturdiness of the camera means you can use the camera without a big fear of it breaking in a bag or if you drop it - although I wouldn’t try it. Picture quality is reasonable but not outstanding, with the lens being let down somewhat by the sensor, but it is good enough for any situation.”
Website: ThinkCamera - Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1 Review
ThinkCamera have reviewed the new 10x zoom, 5 megapixel, compact Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1 digital camera. “When Panasonic called the TZ1 a “Travel Zoom” it described it perfectly. The camera can perform well at both the Wide and Tele end of the scale, allowing you to capture both portrait and landscape…
Samsung Press Release
Samsung Introduces New Ultra-Wide, 30” LCD Monitor - New commercial monitor designed for medical, graphics and engineering professionals
IRVINE, Calif. - October 10, 2006 - Samsung Electronics America, Inc., a world-leading manufacturer of professional LCD and PDP display products, today introduced the SyncMaster 305T, an ultra-wide, high-resolution 30-inch TFT-LCD monitor. Designed for the commercial market, the 305T combines a 16:10 wide-screen design and high, 2560x1600 resolution, making it ideal for a variety of professional applications, including medical, engineering, control rooms, CAD, graphics and design, and desktop publishing. Other
specifications include 400cd/m2 brightness, 1000:1 contrast ratio, 178/178 degree viewing angle, a fast response time of 6ms (GTG), and a 0.25 pixel pitch for clean, tight image reproduction.
Samsung Press Release Samsung Introduces New Ultra-Wide, 30” LCD Monitor - New commercial monitor designed for medical, graphics and engineering professionals IRVINE, Calif. - October 10, 2006 - Samsung Electronics America, Inc., a world-leading manufacturer of professional LCD and PDP display products, today introduced the SyncMaster 305T, an ultra-wide, high-resolution…
Duracell Press Release
BETHEL, Conn., Oct. 10—Duracell today announced two new Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) battery chargers that deliver greater convenience along with industry-leading safety technology. With over 152 million Americans carrying personal entertainment devices(1), the new products are designed to meet power and lifestyle demands stemming from the constant use of high-drain devices like digital cameras and iPods. Designed for tech-savvy consumers, the new Duracell Power Gauge Charger features a dynamic LED indicator that displays the charge status for each battery, so consumers can easily tell when each charge will be complete, ensuring top-performance with every use. The Power Gauge Charger charges up to four AA or AAA NiMH batteries, and for added flexibility, has a USB port for quick, convenient charging of compatible, USB(2)-enabled devices with built-in rechargeable batteries like iPods, MP3 players and digital cameras. This two-in-one feature makes charging a wider range of devices even easier, eliminating the need to power-up personal computers or use wall adapters for USB-enabled devices. In addition, the Power Gauge Charger contains state-of-the-art safety technology for superior protection against over-heating or over-charging.
Duracell Press Release BETHEL, Conn., Oct. 10—Duracell today announced two new Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) battery chargers that deliver greater convenience along with industry-leading safety technology. With over 152 million Americans carrying personal entertainment devices(1), the new products are designed to meet power and lifestyle demands stemming from the constant…
Canon USA Press Release
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y.—(BUSINESS WIRE)—The ELPH brand has turned ten and the proud parents at Canon want the world to join in the celebration. Crediting the design team that a decade ago, turned a technologically advanced new camera format into an elegantly-simple style statement, Canon USA Vice President and General Manager of Sales Eliott Peck today announced a series of events that emphasize the fun, fashion, glitz and glamour that the industry-leading ELPH cameras have come to characterize. “We, of course want to share with the public our pride, pleasure and gratitude at this ten-year milestone for the Canon ELPH cameras and now the Canon Digital ELPH cameras,” said Peck. “It is the public embrace of our sleek ELPHs that has given us this phenomenal success and generated worldwide sales of more than 33-million1 cameras since 1996.”
Canon USA Press Release LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y.—(BUSINESS WIRE)—The ELPH brand has turned ten and the proud parents at Canon want the world to join in the celebration. Crediting the design team that a decade ago, turned a technologically advanced new camera format into an elegantly-simple style statement, Canon USA Vice…
Two Pilots Press Release
Two Pilots has released the new version (2.00) of MakeUp Pilot, a Windows application that makes it easy to have perfect, professional-level photo portraits. The ability of contemporary photographic equipment to catch and record the finest details should be a priceless tool in our hands. But strangely enough, it’s exactly that enormous power to preserve every bit of information that gets us disturbed and upset. Birthmarks, wrinkles, freckles, blemishes . . . somehow they all seem overly noticeable. We have the answer. With MakeUp Pilot you can quickly and easily remove any cosmetic imperfection directly from the digital photograph. Just knowing that you can delete any flaw in a moment gives you the security and confidence to be relaxed, free and open in front of the camera; you have nothing to hide! Your spontaneity will come through in a much more “alive,” expressive and attractive shot to start with.
Two Pilots Press Release Two Pilots has released the new version (2.00) of MakeUp Pilot, a Windows application that makes it easy to have perfect, professional-level photo portraits. The ability of contemporary photographic equipment to catch and record the finest details should be a priceless tool in our hands. But…
Luminescence of Nature Photography Press Release
The Photographer’s Guide to Capture NX™ is a new eBook by photographer Jason P. Odell. At over 180 pages, this comprehensive guide is a must-have companion for Nikon digital users who wish to use the latest version of Nikon Capture, Capture NX™. The eBook, a fully illustrated, bookmarked and indexed PDF document, is now available from Luminescence of Nature Photography at www.luminescentphoto.com/capturenx.html and includes a suite of Capture NX settings files and the actual RAW files from the book.
Colorado Springs, CO (PRWEB) October 11, 2006—With Nikon’s recent release of their full-featured raw processor and image editor, Nikon Capture NX™, Nikon DSLR owners gained an exciting new workflow option. Now they have an authoritative companion tutorial to go with their software, in the form of a new eBook by photographer Jason P. Odell, Ph.D. The Photographer’s Guide to Capture NX™ is a comprehensive resource on all things related to Capture NX. The easy to follow tutorial takes readers through the logical steps necessary to quickly and easily convert their Nikon NEF files into stunning images using Capture NX. According to the author, “The Photographer’s Guide to Capture NX will simplify the workflow of anyone who uses Capture NX to convert their raw images and take the confusion out of using RAW.”
Luminescence of Nature Photography Press Release The Photographer’s Guide to Capture NX™ is a new eBook by photographer Jason P. Odell. At over 180 pages, this comprehensive guide is a must-have companion for Nikon digital users who wish to use the latest version of Nikon Capture, Capture NX™. The eBook…
CameraLabs have published a group test of 3 new 10 megapixel DSLR cameras, including the new 10.2 megapixel Sony A100 (pictured), Canon EOS 400D and Nikon D80.
“The Nikon D80 is arguably the best camera of the three. It beats the 400D / XTi and A100 in almost every respect, sporting superior design and build quality, the biggest, brightest viewfinder, more sophisticated AF, greater customisation and a secondary status screen which many will find easier to read in bright light. While some test results were very close, the D80 also resolved the greatest detail and many will prefer its handling of high ISO noise to the Canon.”
CameraLabs have published a group test of 3 new 10 megapixel DSLR cameras, including the new 10.2 megapixel Sony A100 (pictured), Canon EOS 400D and Nikon D80. “The Nikon D80 is arguably the best camera of the three. It beats the 400D / XTi and A100 in almost every respect…
DCResource have just reviewed the Canon SD800 IS digital camera.
“If you want a stylish, ultra-compact camera with a wide-angle lens, then the Canon PowerShot SD800 IS Digital ELPH is definitely a good choice. There are some image quality tradeoffs that come from having a tiny camera with this kind of lens, but the typical point-and-shooter probably won’t be bothered by most of them.”
Website: DCResource - Canon SD800 IS Review
DCResource have just reviewed the Canon SD800 IS digital camera. “If you want a stylish, ultra-compact camera with a wide-angle lens, then the Canon PowerShot SD800 IS Digital ELPH is definitely a good choice. There are some image quality tradeoffs that come from having a tiny camera with this kind…
DPReview have just reviewed the new 10 megapixel Panasonic LUMIX DMC-LX2.
“Reviewing the LX2 - the successor to one of the only memorable compact cameras of 2005 - has been a slightly disappointing, yet totally unsurprising experience. Like the FZ50 reviewed last month, the LX2 is an ‘upgrade’ that fails to address in any convincing way the single glaring problem with its predecessor.”
Website: DPReview - Panasonic LUMIX DMC-LX2 Review
DPReview have just reviewed the new 10 megapixel Panasonic LUMIX DMC-LX2. “Reviewing the LX2 - the successor to one of the only memorable compact cameras of 2005 - has been a slightly disappointing, yet totally unsurprising experience. Like the FZ50 reviewed last month, the LX2 is an ‘upgrade’ that fails…
Digital Photography Blog have published a short review of the Fujifilm FinePix F30, which offers ISO 3200, 6 megapixels, 3x optical zoom lens and a 2.5 inch LCD.
“The Fujifilm Finepix F30 is well worth considering if you’re in the market for a compact point and shoot camera - particularly if you take a lot of images indoors and don’t like using a flash. It consistently produces well exposed images and is in a league of it’s own when it comes to poorly lit shooting conditions - which, is actually when a large percentage of average digital camera owners take the majority of their shots. I have recommended the Fujifilm Finepix F30 many to numerous friends and family since getting my hands on one and after a few weeks with it ended up getting one for myself as my secondary camera - it’s the best compact point and shoot digital camera that I’ve come across. “
Website: Digital Photography Blog - Fujifilm FinePix F30 Review
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Digital Photography Blog have published a short review of the Fujifilm FinePix F30, which offers ISO 3200, 6 megapixels, 3x optical zoom lens and a 2.5 inch LCD. “The Fujifilm Finepix F30 is well worth considering if you’re in the market for a compact point and shoot camera - particularly…