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Saturday, July 16, 2005

Samsung SPP-2040TrustedReviews have published their review of the new Samsung SPP-2040 printer.

“As with most dye sublimation printers, working out the costs of printing is very simple. Samsung supplies packs containing both ink ribbons and 6 by 4-inch photo blanks in either 40-print or 120-print versions. Not surprisingly you get better economy from the 120-print pack and using this to calculate print costs gives 27p per photo. This is marginally better than Canon’s cost and compares well with typical inkjet prices.”

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TrustedReviews have published their review of the new Samsung SPP-2040 printer. “As with most dye sublimation printers, working out the costs of printing is very simple. Samsung supplies packs containing both ink ribbons and 6 by 4-inch photo blanks in either 40-print or 120-print versions. Not surprisingly you get better…

We're Not AfraidWe’re Not Afraid is a defiant response to the London bombings. “Show the world that We’re not afraid of what happened in London, and that the world is a better place without fear. Email your images to [email protected]

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We’re Not Afraid is a defiant response to the London bombings. “Show the world that We’re not afraid of what happened in London, and that the world is a better place without fear. Email your images to [email protected]” Website: We’re Not Afraid

Snaps MagazineSnaps Magazine showcases the work of more than 20 photographers, who have submitted images based on a particular theme. Now in its 4th issue, the latest edition has some great interpretations of the theme Fairs, Festivals and Fireworks. If you feel suitably inspired, you can submit up to 5 of your own photographs. Well worth checking out - thanks to Clay Jackson for letting me know.

Website: Snaps Magazine

Snaps Magazine showcases the work of more than 20 photographers, who have submitted images based on a particular theme. Now in its 4th issue, the latest edition has some great interpretations of the theme Fairs, Festivals and Fireworks. If you feel suitably inspired, you can submit up to 5 of…

So you’ve calibrated your monitor and maybe even invested in some custom printer profiles. Looking for something else to calibrate? PhotographyBLOG reader Gordon McKinney has let me know about LCD Color Corrector, an application that will calibrate your web browser (amongst other applications) - - MS Internet Explorer (tested with IE5.x and IE6.0), Opera (tested with 6.0.x, 7.0.2), Netscape (tested with 6.2.3, 7.0.2) and Mozilla (tested with 1.2.1) are all supported. You can download this shareware program and try it out for free for 30 days - it then costs $15 if you decide to register it.

“LCD Color Corrector transforms colors in some application windows in such a way that image in those windows appears on your LCD display as close as possible to the same image represented by calibrated sRGB-compliant display. LCD Color Corrector would be especially useful for web-designers, because web design tools as well as browsers commonly do not provide proper color management.”

Website: LCD Color Corrector

So you’ve calibrated your monitor and maybe even invested in some custom printer profiles. Looking for something else to calibrate? PhotographyBLOG reader Gordon McKinney has let me know about LCD Color Corrector, an application that will calibrate your web browser (amongst other applications) - - MS Internet Explorer (tested with…

Konica Minolta Dynax 5DDIWA member LetsGoDigital have published a preview of the new entry-level Konica Minolta Dynax 5D digital SLR camera that was announced yesterday.

“Konica Minolta introduced themselves on the digital SLR market with the introduction of the Dynax 7D camera. With the launch of the Konica Minolta Dynax 5D digital SLR a new and very large market will be able to get to know the way Konica Minolta means digital SLR. I am very enthusiastic about the fact that another (well respected) brand is offering an entry-level digital SLR. I am anxious to learn what this will mean for the competition…”

Website: LetsGoDigital - Konica Minolta Dynax 5D Preview

DIWA member LetsGoDigital have published a preview of the new entry-level Konica Minolta Dynax 5D digital SLR camera that was announced yesterday. “Konica Minolta introduced themselves on the digital SLR market with the introduction of the Dynax 7D camera. With the launch of the Konica Minolta Dynax 5D digital SLR…

Konica Minolta DiMAGE X1DIWA member LetsGoDigital have published a preview of the 8 megapixel Konica Minolta DiMAGE X1 that was announced yesterday.

“To be short: stunning design! At first the camera shows remarkable resemblance with a digital camera like the Nikon Coolpix S1, but just turn the neat camera around and it hits you right in the eye. The back of the Konica Minolta DiMAGE X1 is just like a mirror, amazing design, truly unique in its appearance! Konica Minolta developed the Konica Minolta X1 to create a digital camera that has it all in terms of image quality, functions, design, and size. The new DiMAGE X1 is the result of continuous restyling and shaping of the DiMAGE X-series digital cameras. Combined with Konica Minolta’s image technology, innovations and an impressive 8 Megapixel resolution the Konica Minolta DiMAGE X1 is there to set a new standard for digital design cameras.”

Website: LetsGoDigital - Konica Minolta DiMAGE X1 Preview

DIWA member LetsGoDigital have published a preview of the 8 megapixel Konica Minolta DiMAGE X1 that was announced yesterday. “To be short: stunning design! At first the camera shows remarkable resemblance with a digital camera like the Nikon Coolpix S1, but just turn the neat camera around and it hits…

Friday, July 15, 2005

InfoTrends/CAP Ventures Press Release

Digital Camera Shipments to Set New Record in 2005, According to InfoTrends/CAP Ventures Report

(Weymouth, MA) July, 14 2005… The North American digital camera market hit another high point in terms of unit shipments for 2004, growing 27% over 2003 to reach 22.2 million cameras shipped. The market is expected to grow once again to reach 26 million cameras in 2005, but at a slower pace of 16%. The market will peak in 2006 when it reaches just under 28 million cameras, and will begin to decline thereafter.

InfoTrends/CAP Ventures Press Release Digital Camera Shipments to Set New Record in 2005, According to InfoTrends/CAP Ventures Report (Weymouth, MA) July, 14 2005… The North American digital camera market hit another high point in terms of unit shipments for 2004, growing 27% over 2003 to reach 22.2 million cameras shipped…

Konica Minolta Dynax 5DKonica Minolta Dynax 5D is announced today. The Konica Minolta Dynax 5D is a 6.1 megapixel digital SLR camera that is smaller and lighter than the Dynax 7D. The Konica Minolta 5D features Anti-Shake technology that is compatible with all Dynax system lenses, large, 2.5-inch colour LCD monitor and a glass fibre plastic body. The Konica Minolta Dynax 5D is available in September and will cost £599.99 body only, or £649.99 including the AF DT 18-70mm F3.5-5.6 (D) lens.

The price of the Dynax 7D has also been revised: body only £799.99 (was £899.99), including the AF 28-100mm f3.5-5.6 (D) lens £899.99 (was £999.99).

Konica Minolta UK Press Release

High-Performance Digital SLR Camera Unites Body-Integral Anti-Shake Technology and Smooth Operation in a Lightweight Design

Following the release of the award winning Konica Minolta Dynax 7D, Konica Minolta is proud to announce the Dynax 5D, a high-performance interchangeable-lens digital SLR camera that combines Konica Minolta’s advanced technologies and greater ease of use into a smaller and lighter design.

Konica Minolta Dynax 5D is announced today. The Konica Minolta Dynax 5D is a 6.1 megapixel digital SLR camera that is smaller and lighter than the Dynax 7D. The Konica Minolta 5D features Anti-Shake technology that is compatible with all Dynax system lenses, large, 2.5-inch colour LCD monitor and a…

Konica Minolta DT Series LensesKonica Minolta UK Press Release

Konica Minolta introduces new DT series lenses

As the new standard for digital SLR cameras, DT lenses are ideally suited to digital SLR cameras such as the Dynax7D and Dynax 5D that are equipped with APS-C sized (23.5 x 15.7 mm) CCD’s.

Konica Minolta AF DT Zoom 18 -70 mm F3.5 to 5.6 (D) - £110.00
Konica Minolta AF DT Zoom 11-18 mm F4.5 to 5.6 (D) - £449.00
Konica Minolta AF DT Zoom 18-200 mm F3.5 to 6.3 (D) - £379.99

The 18-70mm and 11-18mm lenses will be available in September 2005. The 18-200mm lens will be available in November 2005.

Konica Minolta UK Press Release Konica Minolta introduces new DT series lenses As the new standard for digital SLR cameras, DT lenses are ideally suited to digital SLR cameras such as the Dynax7D and Dynax 5D that are equipped with APS-C sized (23.5 x 15.7 mm) CCD’s. Konica Minolta AF…

Konica Minolta AF 35mm F1.4G LensKonica Minolta UK Press Release

Development of Konica Minolta AF 35mm F1.4G (D) Interchangeable Lens for SLR Cameras of the Dynax Series

Konica Minolta has developed the Konica Minolta AF 35mm F1.4G (D) * interchangeable lens for SLR cameras of the Dynax Series. An overview of the lens is given below. Timing of this lens is planned for Spring 2006.

Development Targets
The Konica Minolta AF 35mm f1.4G (D) was developed as the successor model of the Konica Minolta AF 35mm F1.4G lens that has been well respected amongst users for the beautiful defocused effect rendered around the aperture. This lens was developed as an interchangeable lens for the Dynax Series and delivers high resolution performance using a newly designed optical system, as well as enabling a high level of flash metering owing to a distance encoder within the lens.

Konica Minolta UK Press Release Development of Konica Minolta AF 35mm F1.4G (D) Interchangeable Lens for SLR Cameras of the Dynax Series Konica Minolta has developed the Konica Minolta AF 35mm F1.4G (D) * interchangeable lens for SLR cameras of the Dynax Series. An overview of the lens is given…

Konica Minolta DiMAGE X1Konica Minolta DiMAGE X1 is announced today. The Konica Minolta DiMAGE X1 is an 8 megapixel compact digital camera featuring an Anti-Shake system which provides the equivalent of up to 3 steps assistance to help compensate for camera shake. The Konica Minolta X1 employs a newly designed “non-protruding” 3X optical zoom lens that is equivalent to 37 to 111 mm in 35 mm format. Other features of the Konica Minolta DiMAGE X1 include a large 2.5 inch LCD screen, sleek, rounded design and three different colours. The DiMAGE X1 will cost £299.99, is available in Silver, Black (exclusive to Jessops) and Red and will be released in September 2005.

Konica Minolta UK Press Release

The First ‘X-Series’ Compact Digital Camera Equipped with 8 Megapixels, Anti-Shake and Desirable Design that inspires.

Aiming to create “the ultimate digital camera for image quality, function, design, and size,” Konica Minolta proudly announces the DiMAGE X1. A fusion of Konica Minolta’s best imaging technologies combined with the DiMAGE X series’ sleek digital camera design, the new DiMAGE X1 offers you exquisitely beautiful images within a body that takes your breath away.

Konica Minolta DiMAGE X1 is announced today. The Konica Minolta DiMAGE X1 is an 8 megapixel compact digital camera featuring an Anti-Shake system which provides the equivalent of up to 3 steps assistance to help compensate for camera shake. The Konica Minolta X1 employs a newly designed “non-protruding” 3X optical…

X-Rite Press Release

X-Rite Premium ICC Color Profiles, Color Guide and Demo Version of MonacoEZColor Software to be Bundled with Epson’s New Stylus Photo® R1800

Grandville, MI — July 14, 2005 — X-Rite (NASDAQ: XRIT) today announced that Epson will bundle downloadable X-Rite premium ICC profiles, Complete Guide to Color Management publication, and a demo version of MonacoEZcolor color management software with each Epson Stylus® Photo R1800. The Epson Stylus Photo R1800 is a revolutionary printer that delivers large, archival quality glossy and matte photos worthy of display. Premium ICC color profiles were specifically created for the Epson Stylus Photo R1800 using X-Rite’s award-winning MonacoPROFILER 4.7 software, the graphic arts industry’s leading color profile engine.

X-Rite Press Release X-Rite Premium ICC Color Profiles, Color Guide and Demo Version of MonacoEZColor Software to be Bundled with Epson’s New Stylus Photo® R1800 Grandville, MI — July 14, 2005 — X-Rite (NASDAQ: XRIT) today announced that Epson will bundle downloadable X-Rite premium ICC profiles, Complete Guide to Color…

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ4CNET have just reviewed the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ4 digital camera, which has 4 megapixels and a 12x image stabilized Leica lens.

“A 12X image-stabilized optical zoom (35mm to 420mm), speedy performance, and above-average image quality are the high points of Panasonic’s Lumix DMC-FZ4, the 4-megapixel version of the slightly more advanced DMC-FZ5. A flexible feature set—including full manual exposure, a pared-down Simple mode, and 10 scene selections—addresses the basic needs of enthusiasts and beginners alike. While its sibling, the FZ5, offers a few extras for only $50 more, its performance isn’t quite as robust.”

Website: CNET - Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ4 Review

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CNET have just reviewed the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ4 digital camera, which has 4 megapixels and a 12x image stabilized Leica lens. “A 12X image-stabilized optical zoom (35mm to 420mm), speedy performance, and above-average image quality are the high points of Panasonic’s Lumix DMC-FZ4, the 4-megapixel version of the slightly more…

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ2CNET have reviewed the 5 megapixel Panasonic LUMIX DMC-LZ2, which features a 6x optical zoom lens and an Optical Image Stabilizer to combat camera shake.

“Panasonic offers this compact camera as an alternative to its diminutive Lumix DMC-FX7, which also specs out at a 5-megapixel resolution. While the Lumix DMC-LZ2 shares many features with its pricier ultracompact sibling, it boasts twice the zoom range; uses two AA batteries instead of a compact lithium-ion cell; sports a coarser, slightly smaller 2-inch LCD; and comes clad in plastic rather than metal. For about $50 less, you can opt for Panasonic’s 4-megapixel Lumix DMC-LZ1, which aside from its resolution has virtually identical specs.”

Website: CNET - Panasonic LUMIX DMC-LZ2 Review

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CNET have reviewed the 5 megapixel Panasonic LUMIX DMC-LZ2, which features a 6x optical zoom lens and an Optical Image Stabilizer to combat camera shake. “Panasonic offers this compact camera as an alternative to its diminutive Lumix DMC-FX7, which also specs out at a 5-megapixel resolution. While the Lumix DMC-LZ…

Thursday, July 14, 2005

Rollei dp8300Rollei dp8300 digital camera is announced. The Rollei dp8300 is an 8 megapixel model with 3x optical zoom lens equivalent to 36-108mm and 2.5 inch LD screen. The Rollei dp8300 will be released in July for €349.

Rollei Press Release

Compact high performance digital camera with 8.1 megapixels,metal body, 3x zoom lens, 5.1x digital zoom, video and voice recording as well as built-in speaker and microphone.

• Stylish metal body
• Large 2.5“ TFT colour monitor and real-image optical viewfinder with eyesight correction
• Unlimited video clip
• TIFF file-format option
• 64MB SD card supplied with camera

Rollei dp8300 digital camera is announced. The Rollei dp8300 is an 8 megapixel model with 3x optical zoom lens equivalent to 36-108mm and 2.5 inch LD screen. The Rollei dp8300 will be released in July for €349. Rollei Press Release Compact high performance digital camera with 8.1 megapixels,metal body, 3x…

Rollei dp6200Rollei dp6200 digital camera is announced. The Rollei dp6200 is a 6 megapixel model with 3x optical zoom lens equivalent to 32-96mm and 2.5 inch LD screen. The Rollei dp6200 will be released in July for €299.

Rollei Press Release

Slim Design - Outstanding Features

The slim and stylish metal body of the Rollei dp6200 packs six powerful megapixels and many practical features

With their Rollei dp6200, the Brunswick photo specialists have again launched a hit product: Six megapixels, a 3x zoom lens and a 2.5-inch TFT color monitor make this a fully featured, high-performance camera. Thanks to an integral loudspeaker and microphone, video clips and voice recordings are extremely easy. Numerous manual controls leave users ample creative freedom. The Rollei dp6200 will be available by the end of July for Euro 299.- (incl. VAT). A 64MB SD memory card is supplied with the camera.

Rollei dp6200 digital camera is announced. The Rollei dp6200 is a 6 megapixel model with 3x optical zoom lens equivalent to 32-96mm and 2.5 inch LD screen. The Rollei dp6200 will be released in July for €299. Rollei Press Release Slim Design - Outstanding Features The slim and stylish metal…

Lexmark P4350PCMagazine have reviewed the Lexmark P4350 an all-in-one printer and scanner with a colour LCD screen and 48-bit color scan depth.

“Output quality is nipping on the heels of the best available for ink jets, with text and graphics quality at the high end of good and photos at the high end of very good. On our text tests, most fonts were easily readable at 5 points or less, and all but one were easily readable at 8 points or less, with one highly stylized font needing 12 points. Consider it good enough for all but the most demanding text output, like the small type in a contract.”

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PCMagazine have reviewed the Lexmark P4350 an all-in-one printer and scanner with a colour LCD screen and 48-bit color scan depth. “Output quality is nipping on the heels of the best available for ink jets, with text and graphics quality at the high end of good and photos at the…

Canon Digital IXUS 700The Spanish website Quesabesde have just published their review of the Canon Digital IXUS 700 digital camera (also known as the Canon PowerShot SD500 Digital ELPH).

Website: Quesabesde - Canon Digital IXUS 700 Review

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The Spanish website Quesabesde have just published their review of the Canon Digital IXUS 700 digital camera (also known as the Canon PowerShot SD500 Digital ELPH). Website: Quesabesde - Canon Digital IXUS 700 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Canon Digital IXUS 700 Write a Review of the Canon Digital IXUS 700

Nikon D50The Germand website Photoworld.de have published their review of the Nikon D50, a new affordable 6.1 megapixel digital SLR.

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The Germand website Photoworld.de have published their review of the Nikon D50, a new affordable 6.1 megapixel digital SLR. Website: Photoworld.de - Nikon D50 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Nikon D50 Write a Review of the Nikon D50

Fujifilm FinePix F10 ZoomHungarian website Index Digicam have reviewed the new Fujifilm FinePix F10 Zoom, which has an ISO range of 80 to 1600, Super CCD sensor with 6.1 megapixels and a 2.5 inch LCD screen.

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Hungarian website Index Digicam have reviewed the new Fujifilm FinePix F10 Zoom, which has an ISO range of 80 to 1600, Super CCD sensor with 6.1 megapixels and a 2.5 inch LCD screen. Website: Index Digicam - Fujifilm FinePix F10 Zoom Review Check the Latest Prices for the Fujifilm FinePix…