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The 61st PhotographyBLOG Portfolio has been submitted by Wick Beavers.
Website: Wick Beavers
The 61st PhotographyBLOG Portfolio has been submitted by Wick Beavers. Website: Wick Beavers
The Italian website Fotocamere Digitali have published their review of the new 8 megapixel Canon EOS 350D / Digital Rebel XT DSLR.
”“Professional resolution”, very good image quality; noise only starts at 800 ISO. Fast and precise autofocus. Up to 600 shots on a battery charge. Perfect? No, I would have seen better menues and viewfinder in such a good camera. Handling could be a problem if you have big hands. The best digital reflex on the market for that money.”
Website: Fotocamere Digitali - Canon EOS 350D / Digital Rebel XT Review
Check the Latest Prices for the Canon EOS 350D / Digital Rebel XT
The Italian website Fotocamere Digitali have published their review of the new 8 megapixel Canon EOS 350D / Digital Rebel XT DSLR. ”“Professional resolution”, very good image quality; noise only starts at 800 ISO. Fast and precise autofocus. Up to 600 shots on a battery charge. Perfect? No, I would…
O’Reilly Press Release
OReilly Releases Digital Photography Pocket Guide, 3rd Ed
Most digital cameras today come fully loaded with a variety of features designed to make the photo taking experience more rewarding. A vast majority of users don’t realize the amazing capabilities packed into their digital cameras and many of the features lie buried and unused, mostly because they are overlooked. In the latest edition of the best-selling “Digital Photography Pocket Guide” (O’Reilly, US $14.95), author Derrick Story shows readers how to discover the hidden potential in their cameras so they can improve their ability to take and share beautiful photographs—from close-up shots, portraits, panoramas, and night shots, to printing, archiving and posting on the web.
“Digital photography is more fun than ever thanks to new features such as printing directly to portable printers and making short movies you can share right on the spot,” says Story. “I’ve designed this book to make great photography easy. The third edition has a completely new design, new photos, and more tips than ever. I think you’re going to really like this book.”
O’Reilly Press Release OReilly Releases Digital Photography Pocket Guide, 3rd Ed Most digital cameras today come fully loaded with a variety of features designed to make the photo taking experience more rewarding. A vast majority of users don’t realize the amazing capabilities packed into their digital cameras and many of…
Ricoh Press Release
Digital version of the Ricoh GR camera to be announced!
On September 13 RICOH will announce the arrival of a new Super High Imaging Quality compact digital camera. This exceptional camera will be the digital version of the well-known GR analog camera series.
The GR1 was first launched in October 96. Thereafter followed the GR1s, GR10, GR21 and GR1V. Although using 28mm and 21mm wide angle lenses, the quality was such that images were sharp right up to the edge; in fact a special L-mount version of the 28mm GR lens was made and rated highly by specialist reviews. As a result these cameras became popular with professional photographers and enthusiasts the world over. This is a response to a request from loyal GR serices customers.
Ricoh Press Release Digital version of the Ricoh GR camera to be announced! On September 13 RICOH will announce the arrival of a new Super High Imaging Quality compact digital camera. This exceptional camera will be the digital version of the well-known GR analog camera series. The GR1 was first…
DIWA member Steves Digicams have an exclusive preview of the new Olympus SP-350, an 8 megapixel camera that offers a 3x optical zoom lens equivalent to 38-114mm and a 2.5 inch LCD monitor.
“Olympus SP-series cameras feature a threaded barrel, which enables easy attachment of add-on wide angle or telephoto conversion lenses for even more creative control. Compatible accessory lenses include the WCON-07F wide angle lens, which enables a wider field of view for shooting skylines, landscapes or group shots, and the TCON-17F telephoto conversion lens, which extends the camera’s magnification capability by 1.7 times for bringing subjects dramatically closer, great for shooting sports events, concerts or wildlife.”
DIWA member Steves Digicams have an exclusive preview of the new Olympus SP-350, an 8 megapixel camera that offers a 3x optical zoom lens equivalent to 38-114mm and a 2.5 inch LCD monitor. “Olympus SP-series cameras feature a threaded barrel, which enables easy attachment of add-on wide angle or telephoto…
DIWA member LetsGoDigital have previewed the Fujifilm FinePix S9500 Zoom, a new 9 megapixel digital camera with a 28-300mm lens with twist-barrel zoom control.
“We have had the opportunity to get our hands on an early pre-production sample of the new Fujifilm FinePix S9500 digital camera, called Fujifilm FinePix S9000 in the United States. This brand new model is the next generation hybrid digital cameras that has a Super CCD image sensor on board. This in-house developed image sensor, Super CCD HR, is already the 5th generation Fujifilm is using and today Fujifilm is proud to introduce the first 9 Megapixel image sensor of the world for compact digital cameras. The model we have had in our office is an early pre-sample. The Fujifilm FinePix S9500 is aimed at the enthusiast photographer and eager amateur.”
Website: LetsGoDigital - Fujifilm FinePix S9500 Zoom Preview
DIWA member LetsGoDigital have previewed the Fujifilm FinePix S9500 Zoom, a new 9 megapixel digital camera with a 28-300mm lens with twist-barrel zoom control. “We have had the opportunity to get our hands on an early pre-production sample of the new Fujifilm FinePix S9500 digital camera, called Fujifilm FinePix S900…
DIWA member and Czech website FotoAparat have reviewed the Panasonic DMC-FX8, an updated version of the Panasonic DMC-FX7, principally offering enhanced battery life via a larger capacity lithium-ion battery and use of Venus Engine PLUS.
Website: FotoAparat - Panasonic DMC-FX8 Review
DIWA member and Czech website FotoAparat have reviewed the Panasonic DMC-FX8, an updated version of the Panasonic DMC-FX7, principally offering enhanced battery life via a larger capacity lithium-ion battery and use of Venus Engine PLUS. Website: FotoAparat - Panasonic DMC-FX8 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Panasonic DMC-FX8 Write…
CNET have published their review of the Nikon D50, a new affordable 6.1 megapixel digital SLR.
“Seven worry-free scene modes augmented by a serviceable set of manual controls and advanced focusing options make this least-expensive Nikon digital SLR camera a viable alternative to the popular D70s. The family-oriented Nikon D50, which includes a kid-friendly Child mode that brightens colors while retaining accurate skin tones, joins the Pentax *ist DL, the Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D, and the original Canon Digital Rebel in the 6-megapixel SLR sub-$900 price arena.”
Website: CNET - Nikon D50 Review
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CNET have published their review of the Nikon D50, a new affordable 6.1 megapixel digital SLR. “Seven worry-free scene modes augmented by a serviceable set of manual controls and advanced focusing options make this least-expensive Nikon digital SLR camera a viable alternative to the popular D70s. The family-oriented Nikon D50…
Czech website Digineff have reviewed the Nikon Coolpix S1, a 5.1 megapixel digital camera with a 35-105mm 3x Zoom-Nikkor ED lens.
Website: Digineff - Nikon Coolpix S1 Review
Czech website Digineff have reviewed the Nikon Coolpix S1, a 5.1 megapixel digital camera with a 35-105mm 3x Zoom-Nikkor ED lens. Website: Digineff - Nikon Coolpix S1 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Nikon Coolpix S1 Write a Review of the Nikon Coolpix S1
DigiCamReview have published their review of the Sony DSC-W7, a 7 megapixel digital camera with a 2.5 inch LCD screen, battery life of 380 shots between power charges and 32 megabytes of internal memory.
“Image quality is quite good, the images have good colour, saturation, contrast and good detail - however there is some purple fringing, and some images were quite soft. Images tend to come out of the camera looking quite good, however exposure of the clock towere wasn’t excellent, and blown highlights occured in the shops photo. The camera did a good job focusing the majority of the time, only slightly struggling in low light. Noise was fairly well controlled but resulted in loss of detail. I did not notice vignetting in photos.”
Website: DigiCamReview - Sony DSC-W7 Review
DigiCamReview have published their review of the Sony DSC-W7, a 7 megapixel digital camera with a 2.5 inch LCD screen, battery life of 380 shots between power charges and 32 megabytes of internal memory. “Image quality is quite good, the images have good colour, saturation, contrast and good detail -…
ByteSector have published their review of the 5 megapixel Sony Cyber-shot DSC-M1 digital camera.
“Sony has introduced another gorgeous camera to the market with more than a few tricks up its multi-industry-spanning and largely metaphorical sleeves. The DSC-M1 falls into the brand new Cyber-shot M category, with the M standing for movie. This new line not only takes great pictures, but is designed to record movies at high framerates, with small sizes. It may look more like a cell phone than a 5.1 megapixel camera, but it is yet another powerful product on the market from Sony.”
Website: ByteSector - Sony Cyber-shot DSC-M1 Review
ByteSector have published their review of the 5 megapixel Sony Cyber-shot DSC-M1 digital camera. “Sony has introduced another gorgeous camera to the market with more than a few tricks up its multi-industry-spanning and largely metaphorical sleeves. The DSC-M1 falls into the brand new Cyber-shot M category, with the M standing…
The Norwegian site Akam.no have posted their review of the new Olympus mju DIGITAL 800 digicam.
Website: Akam.no - Olympus mju DIGITAL 800 Review
The Norwegian site Akam.no have posted their review of the new Olympus mju DIGITAL 800 digicam. Website: Akam.no - Olympus mju DIGITAL 800 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Olympus mju DIGITAL 800 Write a Review of the Olympus mju DIGITAL 800
The 60th PhotographyBLOG Portfolio has been submitted by HD Connelly.
“I’m a digital photographer who is fascinated by the light/shadowplay and textures. I shoot a wide scope of subjects, but which all share a common vision of using texture and light to bring new life to things we see each day, but perhaps miss if not looking towards our toes or perhaps just spending a moment to enjoy the exciting things that await our eyes. I find solace from a complicated world in my viewfinder and each time I shoot, am in awe of all of the quiet beauty to be found right outside my own doorstep.”
Website: HD Connelly
The 60th PhotographyBLOG Portfolio has been submitted by HD Connelly. “I’m a digital photographer who is fascinated by the light/shadowplay and textures. I shoot a wide scope of subjects, but which all share a common vision of using texture and light to bring new life to things we see each…
The Olympus µ (mju) DIGITAL 600 digital camera is announced. The Olympus mju 600 has 6 megapixels, 2.5 inch LCD screen, a weatherproof metal body and a 3x zoom lens equivalent to 35-The Olympus µ (mju) DIGITAL 600 will be available from late September at a price around £220.
Olympus UK Press Release
Bright prospects for a shot in the dark
London, 29 August 2005 – The new Olympus µ (mju) DIGITAL 600 with Olympus’ BrightCapture Technology enables photographers to frame a live view in low light conditions, which will appear more than four times brighter on the LCD than on a conventional camera. As well as removing the guesswork out of framing in the dark, three special shooting modes; Available Light Portrait, Indoors and Night Scene enhance night-time images, making the best possible use of available light to achieve incredible quality shots.
Available in a choice of three colours - Navy Blue, Ruby Red and Arctic Silver - this stylish and compact camera boasts a weatherproof metal body, a precision 3x zoom lens (1:3.1-5.1, equivalent to 35-105mm in 35mm format) and 3x digital zoom.
The Olympus µ (mju) DIGITAL 600 digital camera is announced. The Olympus mju 600 has 6 megapixels, 2.5 inch LCD screen, a weatherproof metal body and a 3x zoom lens equivalent to 35-The Olympus µ (mju) DIGITAL 600 will be available from late September at a price around £220. Olympus…
The Olympus SP-350 and Olympus SP-310 digital cameras are announced. The Olympus SP-350 and Olympus SP-310 have 8 megapixel and 7 megapixels respectively. Both cameras offer a 3x optical zoom lens equivalent to 38-114mm and a 2,5 inch LCD monitor. Available from October, the SP-350 and SP-310 are priced at around £310 and £270 respectively with the SP-310 exclusive to Jessops.
Olympus Press Release
Creativity lies in the palm of your hand
London, 29 August 2005 – Offering 8.0 and 7.1 million pixels respectively, the new Olympus SP-350 and SP-310 are an enthusiast’s dream. Four exposure modes hand the photographer the freedom to experiment whilst a precision 3x optical zoom lens (equivalent to 38-114mm on a 35mm camera), ensures that crisp and razor-sharp images are produced each and every time.
Featuring a range of focusing options from regular iESP autofocus to spot and multi-spot AF both models also have a manual focus option. In addition a histogram function is available, both in playback mode and in real-time whilst framing, to enable exposure distribution to be checked on the extra-large 6.4cm LCD.
The Olympus SP-350 and Olympus SP-310 digital cameras are announced. The Olympus SP-350 and Olympus SP-310 have 8 megapixel and 7 megapixels respectively. Both cameras offer a 3x optical zoom lens equivalent to 38-114mm and a 2,5 inch LCD monitor. Available from October, the SP-350 and SP-310 are priced at…
The Olympus SP-500UZ digital camera is announced. The Olympus SP-500UZ has a 10x optical zoom lens equivalent to 38-380mm, 6 megapixels, 2.5 inch LCD screen and an electronic viewfinder. The Olympus SP-500UZ is available from October priced around £300.
Olympus UK Press Release
Capture the action with the Olympus SP-500UZ
London, 29 August 2005- Get to the heart of the action with the new Olympus SP-500UZ digital camera. With its user friendly, professionally formed body combined with a large range of advanced features, this is the perfect camera to take on action packed holidays or for use at live sporting events.The SP-500UZ offers photographers the power and flexibility of a precision 10x optical zoom lens system for taking quality shots from a distance. This combined with the 5x digital zoom allows for 50x magnification. Matched with 6.0 million pixels, the camera guarantees high-definition images every time. For more ambitious photographers, this camera offers Aperture and Shutter priority shooting as well as the option of full manual exposure control. Light distribution can also be checked by using the histogram function – accessible in both shooting and playback modes, giving photographers ample room for creativity and experimentation. The SP-500UZ is available from October priced around £300.
The Olympus SP-500UZ digital camera is announced. The Olympus SP-500UZ has a 10x optical zoom lens equivalent to 38-380mm, 6 megapixels, 2.5 inch LCD screen and an electronic viewfinder. The Olympus SP-500UZ is available from October priced around £300. Olympus UK Press Release Capture the action with the Olympus SP-500UZ…
The Olympus FE-120 digital camera is announced. The FE-120 is a 6 megapixel camera with 3x zoom lens and 1.8 inch LCD screen. The Olympus FE-120 will be available exclusively from Dixons from the end of September.
Olympus Press Release
Beginners luck
London, 29 August 2005 – Your first car may have been an old heap and your first place more a hovel than a home, but there is no reason for your first camera not to live up to expectation if you purchase an Olympus FE-120.
This first rate camera for beginners is packed full of the kind of features your more experienced digital camera using friends will be impressed by. Its 6.0 mega pixel resolution makes sure pictures have pinpoint clarity even while the camera gets close up with a 3x zoom lens. Its Super Macro technology allows even the tiniest detail to be captured up close, from just 2cms away. So if you are honing your photographic skills on the British countryside you will be able to capture close up every petal and leaf.
The Olympus FE-120 digital camera is announced. The FE-120 is a 6 megapixel camera with 3x zoom lens and 1.8 inch LCD screen. The Olympus FE-120 will be available exclusively from Dixons from the end of September. Olympus Press Release Beginners luck London, 29 August 2005 – Your first car…
The Olympus FE-100 and Olympus FE-110 digital cameras are announced. The FE-100 is a 4 megapixel model, whilst the FE-110 offers 5 megapixels. Both the Olympus FE-100 and Olympus FE-110 have a 2.8x optical zoom plus 4x digital zoom and a 1.5 inch LCD screen. The Olympus FE-100 is priced around £120 and will be available in shops in September and the FE-110 is priced around £150 and will be available in October.
Olympus Press Release
London, 29 August 2005 –If you struggle getting through manuals or become baffled by technology then getting to grips with a new piece of kit can feel more like a chore than the delight you envisaged whilst choosing your ideal camera. Smart snappers will be relieved to know that with the new Olympus FE-100 and FE-110 cameras they’ll be capturing pictures perfectly in minutes!
Getting to grips with all the features is easy as each control button delivers just one function so there’s no fiddling around with buttons and missing that great picture opportunity. Also, these cameras mean even if you’re only just starting out with digital technology it doesn’t mean you have to miss out on top quality equipment.
The Olympus FE-100 and Olympus FE-110 digital cameras are announced. The FE-100 is a 4 megapixel model, whilst the FE-110 offers 5 megapixels. Both the Olympus FE-100 and Olympus FE-110 have a 2.8x optical zoom plus 4x digital zoom and a 1.5 inch LCD screen. The Olympus FE-100 is priced…
The Olympus P-11 printer is announced. The Olympus P-11 is a 310dpi dye-sub photo printer that produces borderless A6 (10x15cm) prints in 33 seconds. The Olympus P-11 printer will be available from Autumn 2005 for around £150.
Olympus Press Release
Get the fastest prints around with the Olympus P-11 photo printer
London, 29 August 2005 – Digital photographers love their camera’s ability to display shots immediately onto the LCD screen so they can quickly review and edit them with ease. Now, thanks to the Olympus P-11 dye-sublimation printer, you can print pictures from the comfort of your own home in record quick time too.
The Olympus P-11 produces high-quality 10x15cm borderless prints in 33 seconds making it the fastest dye-sub photo printer available*. Copies of digital photos can be printed onto paper and shared with friends and family in next to no time.
The Olympus P-11 printer is announced. The Olympus P-11 is a 310dpi dye-sub photo printer that produces borderless A6 (10x15cm) prints in 33 seconds. The Olympus P-11 printer will be available from Autumn 2005 for around £150. Olympus Press Release Get the fastest prints around with the Olympus P-11 photo…
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