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This is the amazing and downright scary story of one photography student’s attempts to take some pictures for his evening class. Let’s hope that this kind of harassment doesn’t become even more widespread than it seems to be at the moment (although I won’t hold my breath about that…).
“Within about thirty minutes of my setting up my tripod I noticed a lone security officer coming down the hill to ask me a few questions. Well, no… that’s not exactly accurate. He wasn’t politely asking me questions. He’d accessorized his ensemble with a ninety-pound German Shepherd, and was talking at me in authoritative and degrading tones. He wanted me to know that he was an authority.”
Thanks to Sanj for sending me the link :-)
This is the amazing and downright scary story of one photography student’s attempts to take some pictures for his evening class. Let’s hope that this kind of harassment doesn’t become even more widespread than it seems to be at the moment (although I won’t hold my breath about that…). “Within…
Jenoptik aren’t exactly one of the better-known digital camera manufacturers, so you would think that they would make a lot of noise about their new 6 megapixel models. Instead, they chose to just add them to their Products page and not bother telling anyone. Only DCViews were eagle-eyed enough to spot them.
Anway, first up is the JD 6.0 z3, with a 6.37 million pixel sensor, 3x 39 - 117mm optical zoom lens and 1.5” LCD screen. Visit the following webpage for the full specification:
Website: Jendigital JD 6.0 z3 Specifications
Jenoptik aren’t exactly one of the better-known digital camera manufacturers, so you would think that they would make a lot of noise about their new 6 megapixel models. Instead, they chose to just add them to their Products page and not bother telling anyone. Only DCViews were eagle-eyed enough to…
The second new Jenoptik model is the JD 6.0 z3 MPEG4. Despite the product name suggesting that it is simply the JD 6.0 z3 with added MPEG4 capabilities, this camera is subtly different. It has a 6.16 million pixel sensor, 3x 37 - 117mm optical zoom lens and and 1.6” LCD screen. Oh, and MPEG4 video of course :-) Visit the following webpage for the full specification:
The second new Jenoptik model is the JD 6.0 z3 MPEG4. Despite the product name suggesting that it is simply the JD 6.0 z3 with added MPEG4 capabilities, this camera is subtly different. It has a 6.16 million pixel sensor, 3x 37 - 117mm optical zoom lens and and 1.6”…
Alphamosaic Press Release 02/09/04
A new chip for a new generation of handheld devices
Cambridge September 2004: Having scored a world-first with VideoCore, Alphamosaic has launched VC02, the world’s most advanced Mobile Multimedia Processor. It can display video on 3.5” colour LCDs and capture 8 Megapixel images, making it ideal for watching TV, making videos or taking studio-quality photos on handheld products such as mobile phones. The power-efficiency of VC02 will allow many hours of continuous operation on a single battery charge, a unique feature for such a high-performance multimedia chip.
Alphamosaic Press Release 02/09/04 A new chip for a new generation of handheld devices Cambridge September 2004: Having scored a world-first with VideoCore, Alphamosaic has launched VC02, the world’s most advanced Mobile Multimedia Processor. It can display video on 3.5” colour LCDs and capture 8 Megapixel images, making it ideal…
Canon UK Press Release 02/09/04
Canon, leader in photographic and imaging technology, has been announced as the winning choice for photojournalists during the 2004 Athens Olympic Games. With hundreds of the world’s best photographers in Athens for the games, Canon has proven to be the preferred choice for photographic equipment. According to figures quoted by major Olympic sponsor Kodak, approximately 70% of photographers covering the event are using Canon’s EOS SLR cameras and EF lens system.
By far the most popular camera body amongst the professional sports photographers at the games is Canon’s latest digital SLR - the EOS-1D Mark II. Released earlier this year, the camera delivers 40 frame bursts at approx. 8.5 frames per second at high-quality 8.2 Megapixel resolution. This integrates seamlessly with the predictive tracking of Canon’s EF lens
auto focus system, making the camera ideal for capturing fast moving action sequences. A large number of international news agencies have already specified the EOS-1D Mark II for their photographers, citing the camera’s resolution, speed, image quality, reliability and advanced CMOS sensor technology as key reasons for their choice.
Canon UK Press Release 02/09/04 Canon, leader in photographic and imaging technology, has been announced as the winning choice for photojournalists during the 2004 Athens Olympic Games. With hundreds of the world’s best photographers in Athens for the games, Canon has proven to be the preferred choice for photographic equipment…
Steves Digicams have posted a preview of the new 7 megapixel Sony DSC-P150 digital compact camera.
“The P150 employs a high-quality F2.8-5.2 Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar 7.9-23.7mm optical zoom lens with 38 to 114mm coverage (as compared to a 35mm camera.) This is an all-glass lens consisting of 7 elements in 5 groups with 3 aspheric elements. The lens retracts into the body when powered down and is protected by a built in lens barrier.”
Steves Digicams have posted a preview of the new 7 megapixel Sony DSC-P150 digital compact camera. “The P150 employs a high-quality F2.8-5.2 Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar 7.9-23.7mm optical zoom lens with 38 to 114mm coverage (as compared to a 35mm camera.) This is an all-glass lens consisting of 7 elements in…
Steves Digicams has posted a First Look at the 5 megapixel Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T3.
“The Cyber-shot T3 is Sony’s thinnest digital camera to date (as of August 2004), measuring less than three-quarters of an inch. It incorporates an internal Carl Zeiss 3x optical zoom lens that opens instantly when the camera is activated. The camera features a large 2.5-inch LCD viewfinder, occupying roughly two-thirds of the back of the camera.”
Website: Steves Digicams - Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T3 First Look
Steves Digicams has posted a First Look at the 5 megapixel Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T3. “The Cyber-shot T3 is Sony’s thinnest digital camera to date (as of August 2004), measuring less than three-quarters of an inch. It incorporates an internal Carl Zeiss 3x optical zoom lens that opens instantly when the…
First announced back in February (and now already superceded by the Optio S50) the Spanish website quesabesde.com have posted their review of the Pentax Optio S40, a 4 megapixel, 3X zoom digital camera sporting a sleek aluminum design.
First announced back in February (and now already superceded by the Optio S50) the Spanish website quesabesde.com have posted their review of the Pentax Optio S40, a 4 megapixel, 3X zoom digital camera sporting a sleek aluminum design. Website: quesabesde.com - Pentax Optio S40 Review
It was only announced on Monday, but Photo-i have already published some sample prints made with Canon’s new top-of-the-line A4 inkjet printer, the Canon PIXMA iP8500. Vincent Oliver comments “The Canon i9950 printer impressed me and the i990 didn’t, the iP8500 is everything the i990 should have been - unfortunately I couldn’t say anything about this printer at the time of my i990 interactive review. I will give this printer a full in-depth interactive review as soon as it becomes available.”
It was only announced on Monday, but Photo-i have already published some sample prints made with Canon’s new top-of-the-line A4 inkjet printer, the Canon PIXMA iP8500. Vincent Oliver comments “The Canon i9950 printer impressed me and the i990 didn’t, the iP8500 is everything the i990 should have been - unfortunately…
Photoxels have today reviewed the Epson Stylus C86 printer:
“For the best photo prints, nothing replaces a good dedicated photo printer. However, if you print photos only occasionally, the Epson Stylus C-86 Inkjet Printer is quite a good all-purpose printer and will print 4x6 in. photo prints (and even the occasional 8x10 in. photograph). If you are looking for a printer to use for both text and photo printing, check out the Stylus C-86 for a very affordable alternative.”
Photoxels have today reviewed the Epson Stylus C86 printer: “For the best photo prints, nothing replaces a good dedicated photo printer. However, if you print photos only occasionally, the Epson Stylus C-86 Inkjet Printer is quite a good all-purpose printer and will print 4x6 in. photo prints (and even the…
LetsGoDigital have launched their coverage of the Photokina 2004 photography trade show, which takes place from Tuesday September 28 to Sunday October 3 in Cologne, Germany. Asu usual, the LetsGoDigital team have pulled out all the stops and produced an easy-on-the-eye website that is available in four different languages.
Website: LetsGoDigital - Photokina 2004
LetsGoDigital have launched their coverage of the Photokina 2004 photography trade show, which takes place from Tuesday September 28 to Sunday October 3 in Cologne, Germany. Asu usual, the LetsGoDigital team have pulled out all the stops and produced an easy-on-the-eye website that is available in four different languages. Website: LetsGoDigital - Photokina 2004
Imaging Resource have reviewed the new 5 megapixel Sony DSC-F88 digital camera.
“The DSC-F88 delivers exceptional capability in a very compact package, with good to excellent image quality, a sharp lens, good color accuracy, lower than average image noise, surprisingly long battery life, and an amazing macro capability. The light weight, smooth profile, and excellent battery life all make the DSC-F88 a superb traveling companion.”
Imaging Resource have reviewed the new 5 megapixel Sony DSC-F88 digital camera. “The DSC-F88 delivers exceptional capability in a very compact package, with good to excellent image quality, a sharp lens, good color accuracy, lower than average image noise, surprisingly long battery life, and an amazing macro capability. The light…
The Slovenian website e-fotografija have reviewed the Sony DSC-P120, a Special Edition black body version of the DSC-P100 digital camera, with a black leather case and 2 InfoLITHIUM batteries supplied. Available now in the UK for £379.00.
Website: e-fotografija - Sony DSC-P120 Review
The Slovenian website e-fotografija have reviewed the Sony DSC-P120, a Special Edition black body version of the DSC-P100 digital camera, with a black leather case and 2 InfoLITHIUM batteries supplied. Available now in the UK for £379.00. Website: e-fotografija - Sony DSC-P120 Review
DCResource is the first website to review the 5 megapixel FujiFilm FinePix E510 Zoom.
“There are many things to like about the FinePix E510: it has good photo quality (though with some issues described below), reasonably fast performance, a wide-angle lens, large LCD display, and support for conversion lenses. The two standout features on that list are the lens and LCD. The lens, which starts at 28mm, is great for indoor shots. Usually you have to buy a conversion lens to cover that much area, but not on the E510.”
DCResource is the first website to review the 5 megapixel FujiFilm FinePix E510 Zoom. “There are many things to like about the FinePix E510: it has good photo quality (though with some issues described below), reasonably fast performance, a wide-angle lens, large LCD display, and support for conversion lenses. The…
Microsoft have published a new article which is a lot more interesting than the title, “Creating an Optimized Windows XP Digital Imaging System”, first suggests. And when you notice that it’s written by acclaimed author Tim Grey, you know that it’s definitely worth reading if you currently run Windows XP as your operating system.
“Of course, many photographers utilize medium format film to maximize the detail they are able to capture. The size of the file grows with the film. Scanning a 6x4.5 transparency at 4000 dpi yields a file of nearly 200MB in 8-bit, or 400MB in 16-bit.
When these files are optimized with photo-editing software, values for millions of individual pixels must be recalculated. This requires not only storage space for all those pixel values, but computing power to actually crunch the numbers. When dealing with such a significant amount of data, small details affecting overall performance issues can have a significant impact on the time required to perform various tasks. These gains are especially notable for tasks that place a particularly high demand on the system. For example, complicated filters are processor and memory intensive, while file read and write operations call for improved data transfer performance.”
Website: Microsoft - Pixel Performance: Creating an Optimized Windows XP Digital Imaging System
Microsoft have published a new article which is a lot more interesting than the title, “Creating an Optimized Windows XP Digital Imaging System”, first suggests. And when you notice that it’s written by acclaimed author Tim Grey, you know that it’s definitely worth reading if you currently run Windows XP…
CNET have just reviewed the new 6 megapixel Kodak Easyshare DX7630.
“One of the more affordable 6-megapixel models on the market, the Kodak EasyShare DX7630 continues the line’s tradition of user-friendliness but takes it up a notch with a few manual controls and high resolution. If you’re looking for extensive high-end features, however, you’d best look elsewhere—this has just the basics.”
Website: CNET - Kodak Easyshare DX7630 Review
CNET have just reviewed the new 6 megapixel Kodak Easyshare DX7630. “One of the more affordable 6-megapixel models on the market, the Kodak EasyShare DX7630 continues the line’s tradition of user-friendliness but takes it up a notch with a few manual controls and high resolution. If you’re looking for extensive…
The Spanish website Foto Imagen Digital has just published a 12-page review of the 6 megapixel Nikon D70 DSLR.
The Spanish website Foto Imagen Digital has just published a 12-page review of the 6 megapixel Nikon D70 DSLR. Website: Foto Imagen Digital - Nikon D70 Review
The September 2004 Competition is now open for entries. This is a monthly photography competition with a specific theme and prizes for the top 3 photos. The winning entries will be decided by a panel of judges. You just have to submit one photograph to the Competition Gallery that best interprets September’s theme, which is “Sunrise and Sunset”.
Please make sure that you read the Monthly Competition Rules before submitting your entry. Note that you are only allowed to enter 1 photograph. The competition is worldwide and open to everyone.
You can now start submitting entries to the September Competition here:
September 2004 Competition
The September 2004 Competition is now open for entries. This is a monthly photography competition with a specific theme and prizes for the top 3 photos. The winning entries will be decided by a panel of judges. You just have to submit one photograph to the Competition Gallery that best…
The August 2004 PhotographyBLOG Competition has now closed. The theme for August was “Sports” - you can view all of the entries in this gallery.
The 1st / 2nd / 3rd place winners will be announced on Wednesday 8th September, and the prizes will be sent out shortly after :-)
The August 2004 PhotographyBLOG Competition has now closed. The theme for August was “Sports” - you can view all of the entries in this gallery. The 1st / 2nd / 3rd place winners will be announced on Wednesday 8th September, and the prizes will be sent out shortly after :-)
Epson UK Press Release 01/09/04
EPSON introduces new scanner for amateur photographers and home photo enthusiasts
The EPSON Perfection 4180 Photo is the perfect partner for the photo enthusiast. Whether you want to make enlargements of your favourite images, digitise old films and photos or add new life to faded memories, this scanner is the ideal solution.
September 2004: EPSON unveils the latest addition to its comprehensive range of scanners, the EPSON Perfection 4180 Photo. Aimed at amateur photographers and home photo enthusiasts who are looking for professional quality and performance, the Perfection 4180 Photo is ideal for those needing high-quality output from a cost effective device. The sleek, compact design adds style and performance to any desktop.
Epson UK Press Release 01/09/04 EPSON introduces new scanner for amateur photographers and home photo enthusiasts The EPSON Perfection 4180 Photo is the perfect partner for the photo enthusiast. Whether you want to make enlargements of your favourite images, digitise old films and photos or add new life to faded…