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BIOS Magazine have published their review of the Canon IXUS 750 digital camera (also known as the Canon PowerShot SD550), which has 7.1 megapixels, 2.5 inch LCD screen and 3x optical zoom lens.
“There are three things that strike you about the IXUS 750 (PowerShot ELPH SD550 in the US): its compact size; solid and robust design; and the large 2.5-inch screen which occupies most of the camera’s rear. The fact that the camera offers a capture resolution of 7.1-Megapixels (3072x2304 pixels) is also impressive.”
Website: BIOS Magazine - Canon IXUS 750 Review
BIOS Magazine have published their review of the Canon IXUS 750 digital camera (also known as the Canon PowerShot SD550), which has 7.1 megapixels, 2.5 inch LCD screen and 3x optical zoom lens. “There are three things that strike you about the IXUS 750 (PowerShot ELPH SD550 in the US)…
PCIN have just reviewed Adobe Photoshop Elements 4.
“As with Elements 3.0, Elements 4.0 shares a similar interface and tool set to the full version of Photoshop, currently Photoshop CS2. Along with many of the same features, Elements 4.0 also has some additional features not found in CS2. Photoshop Elements 4.0 is really two programs in one. A photo editor and a photo organizer. The editor portion provides all the tools you will need to edit your photos including colour correction, cropping, lighting modification, sharpening and selective processing. The editing tools supplied in this low cost editor are outstanding. The organizer also has a great feature set, including the ability to tag photos for easy searching in a variety of ways, facial recognition to aid in tagging the photos, multiple catalog ability and grouping photos in version sets.”
PCIN have just reviewed Adobe Photoshop Elements 4. “As with Elements 3.0, Elements 4.0 shares a similar interface and tool set to the full version of Photoshop, currently Photoshop CS2. Along with many of the same features, Elements 4.0 also has some additional features not found in CS2. Photoshop Elements…
Pentax USA Press Release
Golden, CO. (November 30, 2005)…PENTAX Imaging Company has announced the smc PENTAX DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm F3.5-4.5 ED [IF] lens. Designed exclusively for use with the PENTAX line of digital SLRs, this interchangeable lens offers fish-eye (180° diagonal angle of view at a focal length of 10mm) to super wide-angle performance in a single unit.
Mounted on the PENTAX *ist D series of digital SLRs, the new PENTAX lens will capture fish-eye imagery with a 180 degree angle of view and a focal length of 10mm as well as super wide-angle performance that allows photographer to make use of dramatic angles-of-view resulting from slight changes in focal length. This super wide-angle capability also will capture images with an expanded perspective including creative deformation of subjects and sharp pan focus that extends throughout the entire frame.
Pentax USA Press Release Golden, CO. (November 30, 2005)…PENTAX Imaging Company has announced the smc PENTAX DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm F3.5-4.5 ED [IF] lens. Designed exclusively for use with the PENTAX line of digital SLRs, this interchangeable lens offers fish-eye (180° diagonal angle of view at a focal length of 10mm)…
ImagingResource have reviewed the Canon PowerShot A620, which features a 7.1 megapixel sensor, 2 inch LCD screen and 4x optical zoom lens equivalent to 35–140 mm focal length.
“The PowerShot A620 sits at the top of Canon’s A-series—a lineup distinguished by cameras that are fairly compact, relatively inexpensive and equipped with a robust set of exposure controls. The A620 is no exception: priced under $400, it has a powerful 7.1-megapixel CCD—ideal for photographers who like especially large prints or who frequently crop their photos. With exposure controls that range from full-automatic, snap-shot simplicity to full-manual creativity, the A620 is a good choice for a family with widely differing photography skills. Given its low price and breadth of features, it should also be attractive to budding shooters on tight budgets who want to advance their photographic skills.”
Website: ImagingResource - Canon PowerShot A620 Review
Website: Read my Canon Powershot A620 Review
ImagingResource have reviewed the Canon PowerShot A620, which features a 7.1 megapixel sensor, 2 inch LCD screen and 4x optical zoom lens equivalent to 35–140 mm focal length. “The PowerShot A620 sits at the top of Canon’s A-series—a lineup distinguished by cameras that are fairly compact, relatively inexpensive and equipped…
Sony have released a new firmware update, version 2.0, for the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-R1, a 10.3 megapixel compact camera with an APS-C sized sensor that allows for a “live” preview.
Symptom: A minute and irregular dot (dots) of colour or brightness in a recorded image.
Cause: This symptom results from an incorrect image processing firmware setting, which is easily corrected by the firmware update.
A few number of units are affected by this issue. Check in the Target device section below whether your unit is affected.
Target Device
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-R1 with firmware version 1 and cameras with the following serial number: * DSC-R1 4500001 - 4512100
Sony have released a new firmware update, version 2.0, for the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-R1, a 10.3 megapixel compact camera with an APS-C sized sensor that allows for a “live” preview. Symptom: A minute and irregular dot (dots) of colour or brightness in a recorded image. Cause: This symptom results from…
Fujfilm have released a new firmware update, v1.02, for the Fujifilm FinePix S9500 Zoom, a new 9 megapixel digital camera with a 28-300mm lens with twist-barrel zoom control (also known as the S9000).
Details of the update
The firmware (Ver.1.01 to Ver.1.02 ) update incorporates the following issues:
Updates the compatibility for 6GB Microdrives
Fujfilm have released a new firmware update, v1.02, for the Fujifilm FinePix S9500 Zoom, a new 9 megapixel digital camera with a 28-300mm lens with twist-barrel zoom control (also known as the S9000). Details of the update The firmware (Ver.1.01 to Ver.1.02 ) update incorporates the following issues: Updates the…
Pentax have released a new firmware update, version 2.00, for the 6 megapixel Pentax *ist DS DSLR.
The following functionality has been added:
1. AF mode has been added to the [Rec. Mode] in the Menu and the AF mode.
2. Auto Sensitivity has been added in the sensitivity mode
3. AE-L button on M has been added in the Custom menu.
4. The effect of Digital soft filters can be selected from weak, middle or strong
5. Dutch and Swedish languages has been added to the language
6. The sample picture will be displayed in the LCD monitor when select picture modes
7. For prevent the confusion, the item that was not able to be set by the menu, made a gray character.
Pentax have released a new firmware update, version 2.00, for the 6 megapixel Pentax *ist DS DSLR. The following functionality has been added: 1. AF mode has been added to the [Rec. Mode] in the Menu and the AF mode. 2. Auto Sensitivity has been added in the sensitivity mode…
Delkin Devices Press Release
Delkin Devices Announces Universal Pop-Up Shade for Digital Point and Shoot Cameras - Four Models Fit Most Digital Cameras, Block Glare, and Protect Expensive Camera Screen
November 30, 2005 Poway, CA— Delkin Devices, Inc., maker of premium quality eFilm® memory cards and other innovative digital photography products, is now shipping the Universal version of their popular Pop-Up Shades. All Pop-Up Shades allow you to see your camera’s LCD screen in the sun and protect it from damage. The sturdy, lightweight covers are easily installed and protect a digital camera’s expensive LCD screen. Universal Pop-Up Shades are designed to work on most digital point and shoot cameras and feature a new two-part design that allows the shade portion to be removed, leaving the LCD guard in place.
The Universal Pop-Up Shade is available in four digital camera LCD sizes: 1.6”, 1.8”, 2.0”, and 2.5”. The 1.6” also fits digital cameras with a 1.5” LCD. These four sizes fit over 90% of digital point and shoot cameras available.
Delkin Devices Press Release Delkin Devices Announces Universal Pop-Up Shade for Digital Point and Shoot Cameras - Four Models Fit Most Digital Cameras, Block Glare, and Protect Expensive Camera Screen November 30, 2005 Poway, CA— Delkin Devices, Inc., maker of premium quality eFilm® memory cards and other innovative digital photography…
PCMagazine have published their review of the Kodak Easyshare V550, a 5 megapixel camera with 3x optical zoom lens and 2.5inch LCD screen.
“Controls and menus, which are organized in a very much like those on the V530, are clear, easy to use, and numerous. In addition to the controls on the back of the camera, there are buttons etched into the metal on the top—a cool touch. These let you access scene modes, video modes, and the auto setting. The V530’s buttons are more clearly recognizable, which makes it easier to use, but the V550 clearly wins on style. We also love the dock Kodak includes with both models.”
PCMagazine have published their review of the Kodak Easyshare V550, a 5 megapixel camera with 3x optical zoom lens and 2.5inch LCD screen. “Controls and menus, which are organized in a very much like those on the V530, are clear, easy to use, and numerous. In addition to the controls…
Extensis Press Release
Extensis Portfolio 8 Centralizes Key Digital Assets for Easier Sharing Across Workgroups
Now available, Portfolio Digital Asset Management solution helps companies manage their brand more effectively.
Northampton, UK. — 1st December, 2005 — Extensis, a division of Celartem, Inc., today announced the availability of Portfolio 8, a major advance in its digital asset management (DAM) solution. The new version of Portfolio provides industrial-strength workflow features to organize and share digital files with visual catalogs and embedded metadata, making it easy to quickly find, route and distribute valuable branding collateral like images, brochures, layouts and logos within asset creation workgroups and externally with global partners. The Portfolio 8 product family includes a standalone version, Client/Server solution, as well as NetPublish and SQL Connect Modules.
Extensis Press Release Extensis Portfolio 8 Centralizes Key Digital Assets for Easier Sharing Across Workgroups Now available, Portfolio Digital Asset Management solution helps companies manage their brand more effectively. Northampton, UK. — 1st December, 2005 — Extensis, a division of Celartem, Inc., today announced the availability of Portfolio 8, a…
Medea International Press Release
New patented inkjet cartridges provide users with up to 30% more printed pages
London, UK, December 1, 2005. An innovative and patented inkjet cartridge technology from Medea International is set to revolutionise the supplies industry. The new ‘Inkrite PhotoPLUS’ technology brings many benefits which include up to a 30% increase in printed pages when compared to other 3rd party consumables and additionally at around 40% lower cost when compared to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) products.
Available now, the ‘Inkrite PhotoPLUS’ cartridges are designed for use with the most popular printers found on today’s market and will replicate life-like images of outstanding high quality.
Whilst these inkjet cartridges are aimed at all users, they will be of particular interest to the growing population of digital photographers. This type of application requires accurate replication of saturated colours and smoother tonal reproduction than traditional printing. The ‘Inkrite PhotoPLUS’ system delivers high-quality photographic images by providing both colour and greyscale performance. The specially formulated inks ensure long lasting colour and lightfastness.
Medea International Press Release New patented inkjet cartridges provide users with up to 30% more printed pages London, UK, December 1, 2005. An innovative and patented inkjet cartridge technology from Medea International is set to revolutionise the supplies industry. The new ‘Inkrite PhotoPLUS’ technology brings many benefits which include up…
Manfrotto Launches ‘Local Heroes’ Photography Program - Program to support and showcase international photographers who make a difference.
Bassano del Grappa, Italia (PRWEB) November 30, 2005—Manfrotto, the world’s leading manufacturer of support products for pro video and photography, is proud to announce the launch of the “Local Heroes” project, designed to acknowledge photographers who bring a different perspective to the world of photography.
Photographers selected as “Local Heroes” are not necessarily famous photographers, however, are those that give back to his or her community through membership in groups and associations or dedicate time to the world of photographic education, whether by teaching in schools or by contributing to journals and magazines.
Manfrotto Launches ‘Local Heroes’ Photography Program - Program to support and showcase international photographers who make a difference. Bassano del Grappa, Italia (PRWEB) November 30, 2005—Manfrotto, the world’s leading manufacturer of support products for pro video and photography, is proud to announce the launch of the “Local Heroes” project, designed…
Iomega Press Release
Iomega Launches Elegant New MiniMax Desktop Hard Drive for the Mac Mini - Stackable External Drive With Dual USB and FireWire Hubs - Boosts Mac Mini Capabilities
SAN DIEGO, November 30, 2005 – Iomega Corporation (NYSE: IOM), a global leader in data storage celebrating 25 years of business, today launched the perfect companion to the Apple® Mac® Mini computer: the exciting new Iomega® MiniMax™ Desktop Hard Drive in 160GB and 250GB* capacities. The stackable Iomega MiniMax Drive mirrors the look of the Apple Mac Mini computer and comes with twin USB 2.0 and FireWire® data hubs, bringing increased data capacity, accessibility and flexibility to devoted users of the Mac Mini.
The new Iomega MiniMax Desktop Hard Drive is compact in design, but packs a lot in performance, value and features. The MiniMax Drive is just 6.5 inches square and 2 inches tall and easily stacks with the Apple Mac Mini. The MiniMax Drive is a practical upgrade to the internal 40GB or 80GB native capacity of the Mac mini, delivering up to 250GB* in storage capacity along with a 3-port Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) hub and 3-port FireWire® hub. A smart power switch allows the drive to power up and down in concert with the Mac Mini, and a specially designed active/passive cooling system keeps the desktop virtually noiseless. Dantz® Retrospect™ backup software is included for hassle-free backups and data recovery for Mac users, along with Iomega IAB Pro backup software for Windows users.
Iomega Press Release Iomega Launches Elegant New MiniMax Desktop Hard Drive for the Mac Mini - Stackable External Drive With Dual USB and FireWire Hubs - Boosts Mac Mini Capabilities SAN DIEGO, November 30, 2005 – Iomega Corporation (NYSE: IOM), a global leader in data storage celebrating 25 years of…
DIWA member and Czech website FotoAparat have reviewed the Olympus E-500, an 8 megapixel DSLR with a 2.5 inch LCD screen in a body with a classic penta-prism design.
Website: FotoAparat - Olympus E-500 Review
DIWA member and Czech website FotoAparat have reviewed the Olympus E-500, an 8 megapixel DSLR with a 2.5 inch LCD screen in a body with a classic penta-prism design. Website: FotoAparat - Olympus E-500 Review Latest Prices / User Reviews
DigitalCameraInfo have published a review of the Fujifilm FinePix S5600 Zoom, a 5 megapixel compact digital camera with Fujifilm’s new 5th Generation Super CCD HR sensor with Real Photo Technology. The Fujifilm S5600 has an ISO range of 64 to 1600 and boasts a 10x optical zoom lens.
“The SLR-like Fujifilm FinePix S5200 is a 5.1 megapixel (effective) 10x ultra zoom camera with the typical priorities of a long zoom Fuji: it lacks optical image stabilization, but attempts to compensate with extended ISO settings up to 1600 and a pretty wide maximum aperture to allow fast shutter speeds, minimizing the need for image stabilization. Its images are captured with a 1/2.5” CCD and will appear on a 1.8” LCD monitor, as will its 640 x 480 or 320 x 240 video clips in AVI (Motion JPEG) format. The S5200 is a light, compact camera that offers manual control options, high sensitivity settings and a long telephoto lens to a range of consumers at a list price of $399.95 – going as low as $320 online. “
Website: DigitalCameraInfo - Fujifilm FinePix S5600 Zoom Review
DigitalCameraInfo have published a review of the Fujifilm FinePix S5600 Zoom, a 5 megapixel compact digital camera with Fujifilm’s new 5th Generation Super CCD HR sensor with Real Photo Technology. The Fujifilm S5600 has an ISO range of 64 to 1600 and boasts a 10x optical zoom lens. “The SLR-like…
DigitalCameraReview have reviewed the Kodak Easyshare P850 camera which features a 12x, 36 – 432 mm, image-stabilised, f2.8 – f/3.7, SCHNEIDER-KREUZNACH VARIOGON lens.
“Overall I walk away impressed with the P850. Image quality is excellent, the 30 fps video mode could almost double as video camera, image stabilization helps in many less-than-ideal shooting situations, and the 2.5” LCD is a joy to use. What it lacks for in speed (vs. digital SLRs) it makes up for in controls and image and video quality. For the photographer looking to go beyond the basic, wanting manual creativity of the shot, and not seeking to dump $1000 plus into a digital SLR, the P850 is the ticket.”
DigitalCameraReview have reviewed the Kodak Easyshare P850 camera which features a 12x, 36 – 432 mm, image-stabilised, f2.8 – f/3.7, SCHNEIDER-KREUZNACH VARIOGON lens. “Overall I walk away impressed with the P850. Image quality is excellent, the 30 fps video mode could almost double as video camera, image stabilization helps in…
The Jobo Giga Vu pro Evolution will be available from the end of April 2006 in 40GB, 80GB and 120GB sizes at £379.99 , £499.99 and £599.99.
Jobo Press Release
Mobile photo-hard drive with exciting and unique photo features
Gummersbach. JOBO AG Germany introduce with GIGA Vu PRO evolution the next generation of mobile storage devices with exciting photo features for every consumer and prosumer. The resolution of digital cameras increases day by day. As technology advances, camera manufacturers offer higher and higher resolution at lower and lower prices. However, along with this advance in resolution and quality comes the need for more digital storage capacity. Fast, large memory cards work for today but soon even their storage capacity is too small.
To allow you to store your images comfortably, safely and economically, JOBO offers an alternative: the GIGA Vu PRO evolution.
The Jobo Giga Vu pro Evolution will be available from the end of April 2006 in 40GB, 80GB and 120GB sizes at £379.99 , £499.99 and £599.99. Jobo Press Release Mobile photo-hard drive with exciting and unique photo features Gummersbach. JOBO AG Germany introduce with GIGA Vu PRO evolution the…
Mike Johnston of Sunday Morning Photographer fame has finally seen the light and started his own blog. There isn’t too much content there at the moment, but anyone who enjoys Mike’s writing style (and I’m one of them) should check back regularly. Here’s a brief extract to whet your appetite.
“And as for cameras, K-M’s Anti-Shake in the body is such a wonderful feature that its absence pretty much rules out any camera that doesn’t have it. With every new Wunderkamera that comes around, from the Sony R-1 to the Nikon D200, I find myself thinking, “If only it had anti-shake….”
Website: The Online Photographer
Thanks to Terry Chay for letting me know about Mike’s new venture.
Mike Johnston of Sunday Morning Photographer fame has finally seen the light and started his own blog. There isn’t too much content there at the moment, but anyone who enjoys Mike’s writing style (and I’m one of them) should check back regularly. Here’s a brief extract to whet your appetite…
StorVision Press Release
Record directly from your TV or any audio/video source to a memory card, and view your movies on our Sony PSP gaming console and Epson P-2000.
StorVision has announced the availability of the StorVision miniVCR TV Recorder, a compact low cost solution to record videos suitable to be played on handheld viewing devices such as the Sony PSP, Nintendo GameBoy Micro, or the iPod Viewer. The miniVCR enables you to record directly from your television onto a memory card, which you can then simply place in your Sony PSP gaming console and watch the recorded programme of your choice. This means that you can record onto Memory Stick™ Pro Duo Gaming edition and Compactflash/Microdrive memory cards (other type of flash cards via an optional adapter).
StorVision Press Release Record directly from your TV or any audio/video source to a memory card, and view your movies on our Sony PSP gaming console and Epson P-2000. StorVision has announced the availability of the StorVision miniVCR TV Recorder, a compact low cost solution to record videos suitable to…
Fujifilm UK Press Release
Fujifilm Professional has unveiled Shoot & Scan, a new promotion that gives photographers discounts on processing and scanning at professional laboratories across the UK.
Shoot & Scan is designed to help photographers who want the unsurpassed image quality that film provides, combined with the versatility of digital files. A discount of 25% is available when any Fujifilm Professional 35mm or 120 roll film is processed and scanned on the standard service offered by each individual participating laboratory. The offer includes standard processing of C41, E6 or Black & White 35mm or 120 roll film with jpeg files scanned onto CD at approximately 6.4MB.
Fujifilm UK Press Release Fujifilm Professional has unveiled Shoot & Scan, a new promotion that gives photographers discounts on processing and scanning at professional laboratories across the UK. Shoot & Scan is designed to help photographers who want the unsurpassed image quality that film provides, combined with the versatility of…