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Following the official YouTube video earlier this week, Pentax are drip-feeding more info on their upcoming K10D DSLR camera with the release of some full-sized sample JPEG images on their Japan and UK websites. Essential viewing for anyone vaguely interested in what was one of the more intriguing Photokina announcements.
Website: Pentax Japan - K10D Images
Website: Pentax UK - K10D Images
Following the official YouTube video earlier this week, Pentax are drip-feeding more info on their upcoming K10D DSLR camera with the release of some full-sized sample JPEG images on their Japan and UK websites. Essential viewing for anyone vaguely interested in what was one of the more intriguing Photokina announcements…
Transcend Press Release
Transcend Information, Inc., a world leader in flash memory cards, is very proud to announce its 8GB high-capacity SDHC. The SD card is the most popular flash memory standard in the world now, and the SDHC (SD High-Capacity) is the new generation of SD cards (Version 2.0). Formatted in FAT32, SDHC cards reach a maximum capacity of 32GB and can fulfill the high-capacity demand of the new SDHC devices such as Casio Exilim Z1000/Z600/S600 cameras, Panasonic DMC-L1 camera, and HP printer A/B. Now you can enjoy a high-quality digital life and store all of your MP3 music files, high-resolution pictures, and video clips in your SDHC card.
Transcend Press Release Transcend Information, Inc., a world leader in flash memory cards, is very proud to announce its 8GB high-capacity SDHC. The SD card is the most popular flash memory standard in the world now, and the SDHC (SD High-Capacity) is the new generation of SD cards (Version 2.0)…
ILFORD Photo Press Release
Never mind those characters in the blue-and-white football shirts singing Arrivederci Roma, the real winner of this year’s World Cup was Alex Handley who triumphed in the Spirit of the World Cup competition sponsored by ILFORD Photo to win a year’s supply (365 rolls) of ILFORD film of his choice. The competition provided an open palette to photographers of all walks, with no restrictions on subject matter or location, provided it reflected the enthusiasm which surrounded this quadrennial highlight of the world sporting stage. The many hundreds of competition contestants covered an extremely wide range of takes on the subject theme, from celebrations to commiserations, from anticipation to action. However, the winning image did not actually feature football or players or even fans of the game, but showed the extent to which patriotism extended to all areas of daily life while the nation held its breath over the four weeks leading up to the 9 July final.
ILFORD Photo Press Release Never mind those characters in the blue-and-white football shirts singing Arrivederci Roma, the real winner of this year’s World Cup was Alex Handley who triumphed in the Spirit of the World Cup competition sponsored by ILFORD Photo to win a year’s supply (365 rolls) of ILFORD…
Ricoh have released a new firmware update. 1.42, for the Ricoh R5 camera. The new firmware includes the following improvements:
• Improved the color balance of the LCD.
• Modified the failure on the display of the histogram.
• Improved accuracy of the AF algorithm in the macro mode.
• Improved the quality of the image in the LCD that is displayed immediately after your taking a picture.
Ricoh have released a new firmware update. 1.42, for the Ricoh R5 camera. The new firmware includes the following improvements: • Improved the color balance of the LCD. • Modified the failure on the display of the histogram. • Improved accuracy of the AF algorithm in the macro mode. •…
Nikon have released a new firmware update, 2.0.0, for the 10.2 megapixel Nikon D200 digital SLR camera.
Issues addressed with firmware version 2.0.0
1. Image authentication item has been added to the setup menu. The optional Image Authentication software is required to authenticate images.
2. A Wireless transmitter item has been added to the setup menu. This item is available only when the optional Wireless Transmitter WT-3 is connected to the camera.
3. For more information download the supplemental manual d200-fudm.pdf. Acrobat Reader must be installed on your computer to view this file.
Nikon have released a new firmware update, 2.0.0, for the 10.2 megapixel Nikon D200 digital SLR camera. Issues addressed with firmware version 2.0.0 1. Image authentication item has been added to the setup menu. The optional Image Authentication software is required to authenticate images. 2. A Wireless transmitter item has…
Nikon have released a new firmware version, 2.0.0, for their 12 megapixel Nikon D2X digital SLR.
Nikon have released a new firmware version, 2.0.0, for their 12 megapixel Nikon D2X digital SLR. Website: Nikon D2X v2.0.0 Firmware Update (Windows) Website: Nikon D2X v2.0.0 Firmware Update (MAC)
Nikon have released a new firmware update, 2.0.0, for their Nikon D2Hs digital SLR camera.
Nikon have released a new firmware update, 2.0.0, for their Nikon D2Hs digital SLR camera. Website: Nikon D2Hs v2.0.0 Firmware Update (Windows)
Photo-i have started an interactive review of the new Canon PIXMA iP6700D printer.
“The iP6700D uses six individual ChromaLife 100 ink tanks, the ink tanks are fitted into the Print Head cradle. Fitting the inks is a simple process twist each orange cap off and inserting the ink into the correct slot on the cradle. Easy, yes, but don’t squeeze the sides or you will re-colour your hands and carpet, as Canon claims 100 years life for the ChromaLife inks you might be looking at messy hands for the rest of your life - still it could be worse, imagine if the inks had a 200 year life. be very careful.”
Website: Photo-i - Canon PIXMA iP6700D Review
Photo-i have started an interactive review of the new Canon PIXMA iP6700D printer. “The iP6700D uses six individual ChromaLife 100 ink tanks, the ink tanks are fitted into the Print Head cradle. Fitting the inks is a simple process twist each orange cap off and inserting the ink into the…
DCResource have reviewed 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.
“Overall, the Rebel XTi’s image quality is excellent. The camera generally took well-exposed pictures, with pleasing colors and minimal noise. Purple fringing levels varied depending on what lens I used, but it usually was not a problem. The only real issue I have with regard to image quality may not be an issue to many people. I like my photos a little sharper than what the XTi produces at default settings. Canon D-SLRs produce very smooth-looking images, but they can look a little soft compared to what those of you with point-and-shoot cameras are used to. Thus, I’d probably use the Landscape Picture Style, which has a sharpness setting of four (instead of three). You can also create your own custom Picture Style with with the sharpness setting that you like the best.”
Website: DCResource - Canon EOS 400D Review
Website: Read our Canon EOS 400D Review
DCResource have reviewed 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. “Overall, the Rebel XTi’s image quality is excellent. The camera generally took well-exposed pictures, with pleasing colors and minimal…
CNET have published the first online review of the new 10 megapixel Canon PowerShot SD900 (also known as the Canon Digital IXUS 900 Ti).
“A solid, handy, compact camera, the Canon PowerShot SD900 nevertheless lacks some useful features offered by the similarly priced SD800 IS. Unless you absolutely need the extra pixels—for, say, cropping tightly on a portion of a photo or printing to larger than 8x10—you’re probably better off with the faster, stabilized SD800 IS.”
Website: CNET - Canon PowerShot SD900 Review
CNET have published the first online review of the new 10 megapixel Canon PowerShot SD900 (also known as the Canon Digital IXUS 900 Ti). “A solid, handy, compact camera, the Canon PowerShot SD900 nevertheless lacks some useful features offered by the similarly priced SD800 IS. Unless you absolutely need the…
CNET have the first online review of the 7 megapixel, dual-lens Kodak Easyshare V705 camera.
“Image quality from the V705 is decent for a camera of its class. As usual with Kodak, colors looked very accurate and were well saturated. Though while the camera is capable of capturing an admirable amount of detail, we did see some JPEG artifacts in the form of jaggy diagonal lines and curves as well as other off-color speckles along edges of high contrast.”
Website: CNET - Kodak Easyshare V705 Review
Website: Read our Kodak Easyshare V705 Review
CNET have the first online review of the 7 megapixel, dual-lens Kodak Easyshare V705 camera. “Image quality from the V705 is decent for a camera of its class. As usual with Kodak, colors looked very accurate and were well saturated. Though while the camera is capable of capturing an admirable…
Steves Digicams have just reviewed the new Canon PIXMA MP960 all-in-one printer.
“The MP960 is not the equal of a $1,500 dedicated film scanner, but considering its lower cost and greater versatility, you’ll find it more than adequate. Would you like to digitize that old slide collection that you’ve got gathering dust in the closet before they just fade away? The entire process of scanning a slide or negative is made simple with the included ScanGear software. Not only does it scan quickly, it automatically adjusts the color, brightness and contrast and for old slides it can correct color fade and minimize the dust and scratches too.”
Steves Digicams have just reviewed the new Canon PIXMA MP960 all-in-one printer. “The MP960 is not the equal of a $1,500 dedicated film scanner, but considering its lower cost and greater versatility, you’ll find it more than adequate. Would you like to digitize that old slide collection that you’ve got…
Here are the sample photos from our upcoming review of the Panasonic LX2, which offers 10 megapixels, 16:9 format LCD and shooting mode, 300 shot battery life and 4x optical zoom lens.
Website: Panasonic LX2 Photos
Here are the sample photos from our upcoming review of the Panasonic LX2, which offers 10 megapixels, 16:9 format LCD and shooting mode, 300 shot battery life and 4x optical zoom lens. Website: Panasonic LX2 Photos
Here are the sample photos from our upcoming review of the Kodak V705, a dual-lens, 5x optical zoom camera with 7 megapixels and 2.5 inch LCD screen.
Website: Kodak V705 Photos
Here are the sample photos from our upcoming review of the Kodak V705, a dual-lens, 5x optical zoom camera with 7 megapixels and 2.5 inch LCD screen. Website: Kodak V705 Photos
Here are the sample photos from our upcoming review of the Samsung NV10, which offers 10.1 megapixels and a 2.5” wide-view LCD screen.
Website: Samsung NV10 Photos
Here are the sample photos from our upcoming review of the Samsung NV10, which offers 10.1 megapixels and a 2.5” wide-view LCD screen. Website: Samsung NV10 Photos
Wolverine Data Press Release
The Wolverine ESP is the world’s first portable media player to deliver true digital multimedia convergence for professional and serious amateur photographers as well as for consumers who want the most extensive array of multimedia/multifunction capabilities in the palm of their hand. Featuring a 3.6-inch TFT LCD display, the ESP can display 60,000 digital photos, play 240 hours of video, 40,000 songs and record television programs and FM radio—all in a 10-oz. unit.
IRVINE, Calif.—Wolverine Data Inc. today introduced the ESP Professional Portable Media Player (PMP), the world’s first professional or “prosumer” PMP model to deliver complete digital multimedia convergence. The new Wolverine ESP features a razor-sharp 3.6-inch TFT LCD display and the ability to store and view 60,000 digital photos, play 240 hours of video and 40,000 songs, plus the capability to record television programs and FM radio—all in a 5.3"x2.8"x0.9” footprint that weighs 10.2 ounces. It is ideal for professional and serious amateur photographers as well as for consumers who want the most extensive array of multimedia/multifunction capabilities in the palm of their hand.
Wolverine Data Press Release The Wolverine ESP is the world’s first portable media player to deliver true digital multimedia convergence for professional and serious amateur photographers as well as for consumers who want the most extensive array of multimedia/multifunction capabilities in the palm of their hand. Featuring a 3.6-inch TFT…
Leaf Press Release
Leaf introduce the Leaf AFi, a new medium-format digital camera for professional photographers.
Herzlia, Israel (October 4, 2006) - Leaf, the acclaimed leader in the design of digital backs for professional photographers and developer of the world’s fastest digital camera backs, announced today the introduction of the Leaf AFi - a new, nextgeneration, medium-format digital camera aimed at professional photographers. The Leaf AFi is specifically designed for high-resolution digital photography, and is seamlessly integrated with the new Leaf Aptus S-Series digital camera backs. The Leaf AFi product line will include three models: Leaf AFi -75, Leaf AFi -65 and Leaf AFi -54.
Leaf Press Release Leaf introduce the Leaf AFi, a new medium-format digital camera for professional photographers. Herzlia, Israel (October 4, 2006) - Leaf, the acclaimed leader in the design of digital backs for professional photographers and developer of the world’s fastest digital camera backs, announced today the introduction of the…
There’s a fairly informative 3 minute video preview of the Pentax K10D DSLR on YouTube, which is a good way to pass the time until this new DSLR makes it onto store shelves in November. Just to recap, K10D 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.
There’s a fairly informative 3 minute video preview of the Pentax K10D DSLR on YouTube, which is a good way to pass the time until this new DSLR makes it onto store shelves in November. Just to recap, K10D offers 10.2 megapixels, shake-reduction, dust removal system, 22-bit colour, three new…
Metz Press Release
Metz announce the worlds first USB TTL Flashgun - 58-AF-1. The new Metz 58 AF-1 has a maximum guide number of 58 and boasts a number of new features, the most revolutionary of which is the inclusion of a USB port for future upgrading as Camera flash technology changes and new models are released. The new 58 AF-1 also includes Metz unique second reflector which can now be used in Full TTL mode with varying output to ¼ power in order to add a fill light to your subject when “bouncing” the main flash head. The main head of the flashgun also has both tilt and swivel facilities with a reflector card and wide angle diffuser giving unparalleled control together with a zoom head range of 24-105mm. Suggested retail price £309.99.
Metz Press Release Metz announce the worlds first USB TTL Flashgun - 58-AF-1. The new Metz 58 AF-1 has a maximum guide number of 58 and boasts a number of new features, the most revolutionary of which is the inclusion of a USB port for future upgrading as Camera flash…
Nokia Press Release
Unique views of the Capital by Jefferson Hack, Naomi Cleaver, Nigel Coates and Tom Dixon on public view from 6 – 21 October. Nokia today announces Perspectives of London, a unique exhibition that brings together the cutting-edge technology of the Nokia N93 advanced mobile video device with the creative talent of four artists to produce films that epitomise the capital city from their different perspectives. The four artists to take up the challenge are Jefferson Hack, founder of Dazed & Confused, Another Magazine and Another Man; Naomi Cleaver, designer, writer and TV presenter; Tom Dixon, creative director of Habitat, design company Artek and his namesake design company – Tom Dixon; and Nigel Coates, head architectural professor at the Royal College of Art.
Nokia Press Release Unique views of the Capital by Jefferson Hack, Naomi Cleaver, Nigel Coates and Tom Dixon on public view from 6 – 21 October. Nokia today announces Perspectives of London, a unique exhibition that brings together the cutting-edge technology of the Nokia N93 advanced mobile video device with…