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Sony Press Release 30/08/04
MORE ZOOM IN A SMALLER POCKET: SONY’S TINY CYBER-SHOT DSC-L1 CAMERA GRABS FARAWAY DETAIL AND ADMIRING GLANCES
SAN DIEGO, Aug. 29, 2004 - The challenge to Sony engineers: pack a 4.1-megapixel, 3X- optical zoom camera into a hip little package a fraction the size of a candy bar. Their answer? The Cyber-shot DSC-L1 camera, an elegant confection that will come in four colors and finishes: brushed silver, dark blue matte, black and a striking dark red piano gloss.
The silver DSC-L1 camera will be available in mid-October, and the blue, black and red models will follow in January, each for about $300.
Sony Press Release 30/08/04 MORE ZOOM IN A SMALLER POCKET: SONY’S TINY CYBER-SHOT DSC-L1 CAMERA GRABS FARAWAY DETAIL AND ADMIRING GLANCES SAN DIEGO, Aug. 29, 2004 - The challenge to Sony engineers: pack a 4.1-megapixel, 3X- optical zoom camera into a hip little package a fraction the size of a…
The Danish website Digital Magasinet have just reviewed the 8-megapixel Konica Minolta DiMAGE A2 digital camera.
Website: Digital Magasinet - Konica Minolta DiMAGE A2 Review
The Danish website Digital Magasinet have just reviewed the 8-megapixel Konica Minolta DiMAGE A2 digital camera. Website: Digital Magasinet - Konica Minolta DiMAGE A2 Review
Finnish photographer Petteri Sulonen has just published a new article about landscape photography, in his usual eloquent and out-spoken style. Here’s a great quote:
“Since most people have pretty bad taste, they easily mistake the cutesy postcards for good photography, especially if they’re displayed as large, impeccably sharp prints. Hence the success of photographers like Alain Briot, Michael Reichmann, and Ken Rockwell. Their photography is pure Socialist Realism, only not as honest about its program—relentlessly upbeat, eager to please, depicting the world not as it is, but as it surely should be? and utterly devoid of power to evoke anything but the most trite and saccharine-sweet of emotions.”
Finnish photographer Petteri Sulonen has just published a new article about landscape photography, in his usual eloquent and out-spoken style. Here’s a great quote: “Since most people have pretty bad taste, they easily mistake the cutesy postcards for good photography, especially if they’re displayed as large, impeccably sharp prints. Hence…
First announced in September last year, the 5 megapixel C-5060 Zoom is currently the second most advanced compact camera in the Olympus lineup, behind the 8 megapixel C-8080 Zoom. Probably it’s main attraction is the 27-110mm lens, which opens up wide-angle photography again in a marketplace dominated by cameras with lenses that start at 35mm. The C-5060 Zoom is heavily based on the older C-5050 Zoom, but Olympus have added a number of improvements, including that wide-angle lens, a swivelling LCD screen and faster start-up and shutter-lag times. With the Photokina 2004 show approaching and a shelf-life of one year, can the C-5060 Zoom still cut it in the fast-moving world of digital cameras? Read on to find out.
Website: Olympus Camedia C-5060 Zoom Review
First announced in September last year, the 5 megapixel C-5060 Zoom is currently the second most advanced compact camera in the Olympus lineup, behind the 8 megapixel C-8080 Zoom. Probably it’s main attraction is the 27-110mm lens, which opens up wide-angle photography again in a marketplace dominated by cameras with…
The book publisher O’Reilly has just launched a new website which focuses on their range of digital photography books. Derrick Storey commented “As our digital media books continue to roll off the presses, we realized that we hadn’t provided an online meeting place for this community. As of today, that’s changed. Welcome to our new Digital Media site.” As well as promoting their books, the O’Reilly site also has some interesting articles and interviews.
Website: O’Reilley Digital Media Centre
O’Reilly have also created a new Digital Media Professionals Directory, where you can browse the directory, find and rate professional photographers, and enter your own free listings.
The book publisher O’Reilly has just launched a new website which focuses on their range of digital photography books. Derrick Storey commented “As our digital media books continue to roll off the presses, we realized that we hadn’t provided an online meeting place for this community. As of today, that’s…
The Digital Wedding Forum website have announced their first ever convention, to be held in Las Vegas in March 2005. It will feature 17 seminars, a sunset shooting trip in the desert and 200 people have already signed-up.
“The DWF Convention will be a learning experience that could change your career!
Intensive seminars will feature some of the world’s best wedding photographers. They’ll teach shooting styles, lighting, processing, marketing, sales, and much more.
Road Trip! The entire convention moves an hour outside Las Vegas for a live sunset seminar in the Valley of Fire. Yervant will lead a live shooting demonstration amidst the Red Rocks. You’ll also have an opportunity to shoot landscapes, hike, and we’ll provide the picnic!*
You’ll stay at a modern, hotel, with awesome rooms, and clean air! The Westin Casuarina Hotel & Spa Casino at a special DWF rate.”
Website: Digital Wedding Forum Convention
The Digital Wedding Forum website have announced their first ever convention, to be held in Las Vegas in March 2005. It will feature 17 seminars, a sunset shooting trip in the desert and 200 people have already signed-up. “The DWF Convention will be a learning experience that could change your…
Digital Camera Magazine have just reviewed the 4 megapixel Canon Digital Ixus 430.
“As a general all-rounder the Ixus 430 is a stylish piece of kit that’s more than adequate for everyday shots. Some of the camera’s navigation takes a little getting used to but once familiar with it, the quick one push to major functions is useful. The overall image quality at the lower ISO setting is excellent, but in some lighting conditions, ISO200 and above, the images produced are grainy. Overall image quality is reasonable but no better than other cameras in this price bracket. In high contrast situations detail can be lost and the appearance of blue fringing becomes apparent. The small flash works well and is powerful enough for most situations that you?ll need it for.”
Website: Digital Camera Magazine - Canon Digital Ixus 430 Review
Digital Camera Magazine have just reviewed the 4 megapixel Canon Digital Ixus 430. “As a general all-rounder the Ixus 430 is a stylish piece of kit that’s more than adequate for everyday shots. Some of the camera’s navigation takes a little getting used to but once familiar with it, the…
Digital Camera Magazine have reviewed the Centon DC5, a 5-megapixel digital camera that retails for just £199! Maybe this is one of the reasons why…
“The five megapixel CCD produces an image size of 2,560x1,920 pixels. That should be enough to produce some good quality A3 prints. However, the first thing you notice about the images produced is the sickly yellowish and green hue of the photos. That, of course, is a nuisance, but curable. However, what isn?t is the quality of the image processing. It really is quite unnatural. Zoom into an image, and instead of seeing well-formed pixels, there?s an odd arrangement of over processed and jagged clumps with ugly JPEG artefacts.”
Digital Camera Magazine have reviewed the Centon DC5, a 5-megapixel digital camera that retails for just £199! Maybe this is one of the reasons why… “The five megapixel CCD produces an image size of 2,560x1,920 pixels. That should be enough to produce some good quality A3 prints. However, the first…
Digital Camera Magazine have just reviewed the entry-level 3 megapixel Samsung Digimax 301.
“Getting back to more important stuff, one of the major drawbacks of this camera is the lack of optical zoom, even at this money. Unless you?re really on a tight budget, it’s rarely worth settling for an exclusively digital zoom, even on an entry level camera. The zoom on the 301 is so compromised, it’s hardly worth mentioning, and we ended up walking closer to an object to shoot it rather than relying on the zoom. “
Website: Digital Camera Magazine - Samsung Digimax 301 Review
Digital Camera Magazine have just reviewed the entry-level 3 megapixel Samsung Digimax 301. “Getting back to more important stuff, one of the major drawbacks of this camera is the lack of optical zoom, even at this money. Unless you?re really on a tight budget, it’s rarely worth settling for an…
Digital Camera Magazine have just reviewed the 4 megapixel Kodak Easyshare LS743 digital camera.
“A review of a Kodak camera cannot pass without reference to the EasyShare system. More than just a brand of cameras, Kodak EasyShare is marketed as a complete digital photography solution. The LS743 can be used as a standalone product, but it comes into its own when used alongside other EasyShare products. The first of these, the software, is included in the box. Kodak has made massive strides here and the result is a useful application that combines the usual tools ? editing, managing, sharing ? into a single programme. Advanced editing features are few and far between, but as a one-stop shop for managing your digital library, it?s excellent.”
Website: Digital Camera Magazine - Kodak Easyshare LS743 Review
Digital Camera Magazine have just reviewed the 4 megapixel Kodak Easyshare LS743 digital camera. “A review of a Kodak camera cannot pass without reference to the EasyShare system. More than just a brand of cameras, Kodak EasyShare is marketed as a complete digital photography solution. The LS743 can be used…
Digital Camera Info have just reviewed the Kodak Easyshare CX7330.
“Ease of use is where the entire EasyShare series shines. While the CX7330 contains virtually no manual control options and ultimately restricts its users to point and shoot controls, for automatic, effortless images and prints, you can?t beat it. Images are instantly recorded with proper exposure and can be printed with a single button. This is the way to go for the point and shoot user who is far more interested in capturing moments and evens then exploring the photographic nature of their camera. If room for growth is not of importance, there is no reason to hold out on the EasyShare CX7330. This is the most simplistic do-it-all-for-you camera I have ever come across and truly a gem for the former disposable 35mm users who is looking to move into the digital medium.”
Website: Digital Camera Info - Kodak Easyshare CX7330 Review
Digital Camera Info have just reviewed the Kodak Easyshare CX7330. “Ease of use is where the entire EasyShare series shines. While the CX7330 contains virtually no manual control options and ultimately restricts its users to point and shoot controls, for automatic, effortless images and prints, you can?t beat it. Images…
Sigma Press Release 27/08/04
The Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce the launch of Sigma Photo Pro version 2.1. This major update delivers exciting levels of performance to the Sigma Photo Pro program, specially designed for the SD9 and SD10 digital cameras.
Benefits and features of the new update:
- White balance override available as an option in the software, allowing users to change / correct white balance settings after the photograph has been taken.
- Monochrome as a white balance option, allowing users to add a colour tone to monochrome images via the colour adjustment tool.
- Original white balance setting, allowing users to revert back to the default white balance.
- Additional information shown on the Info bar including; lens focal length range, eg. ‘28mm (15-30)’, white balance setting and metering mode.
Sigma Press Release 27/08/04 The Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce the launch of Sigma Photo Pro version 2.1. This major update delivers exciting levels of performance to the Sigma Photo Pro program, specially designed for the SD9 and SD10 digital cameras. Benefits and features of the new update: -…
HP made more than 30 new product announcements yesterday in one single press release. Here’s a brief summary of the interesting products from a photography point of view:
Digital Cameras
- HP Photosmart R607 Digital Camera
- HP Photosmart M407 Digital Camera
- HP Photosmart M307 Digital Camera
- HP Photosmart M-series dock
Photo Printers
- HP Photosmart 8450 Photosmart Printer
- HP Photosmart 8150 Photosmart Printer
- HP Photosmart 7450 Photosmart Printer
- HP Photosmart 375 Compact Photo Printer
- HP Photosmart 325
Deskjet Printers
- HP Deskjet 6840 Color Inkjet Printer
- HP Deskjet 6540 Color Inkjet Printer
- HP Deskjet 5740 Color Inkjet Printer
- HP Deskjet 3845 Color Inkjet Printer
All-in-One Printers
- HP Photosmart 2710
- HP Photosmart 2610
- HP PSC 2355
Flatbed Scanners
- HP Scanjet 4070
Printer Supplies
- HP inkjet print cartridges with HP Vivera Ink
- HP Premium Plus Photo Paper, High Gloss
Each product has a fact sheet (in PDF format) at the following webpage:
Website: HP Press Kit - Digital Photography
HP made more than 30 new product announcements yesterday in one single press release. Here’s a brief summary of the interesting products from a photography point of view: Digital Cameras - HP Photosmart R607 Digital Camera - HP Photosmart M407 Digital Camera - HP Photosmart M307 Digital Camera - HP…
HP Press Release 27/08/04
HP Introduces Fall Lineup of Digital Photography, Music, TV, Home Projection and Entertainment Offerings in Time for Back-to-school and Holiday Shopping
HP offers consumers keys to living digitally—simple, personalized experiences
MIAMI, Aug. 27, 2004
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HP today announced its expansion into multiple new consumer digital entertainment and digital photography categories with a range of offerings aimed at making it easier than ever for people to live digitally. The offerings include new digital cameras and photo printers, home theater projectors, plasma and LCD flat-panel TVs, entertainment-based notebooks and desktop PCs, and the Apple iPod from HP - all in time for the back-to-school and holiday shopping seasons.
HP Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Carly Fiorina unveiled the enhanced digital lineup today during a press conference in South Beach, Fla., where HP is sponsoring the 2004 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs).
HP Press Release 27/08/04 HP Introduces Fall Lineup of Digital Photography, Music, TV, Home Projection and Entertainment Offerings in Time for Back-to-school and Holiday Shopping HP offers consumers keys to living digitally—simple, personalized experiences MIAMI, Aug. 27, 2004 ———————————————————————————————————————— HP today announced its expansion into multiple new consumer digital entertainment…
Leica Press Release 27/08/04
The LEICA CM ZOOM is a high-quality compact camera for silver halide films from Leica Camera AG, Solms. Sporting a robust titanium body, the camera has a brilliant lens for exceptional optical performance. With a focal length range of 35 to 70 mm, the LEICA VARIO-ELMAR f/3.5-6.5/35-70mm offers photographers many possibilities of image composition, such as for selecting subject coverage in portrait photography or for landscapes. The many manual setting options give the imaginative powers of the photographer full scope. The LEICA CM ZOOM is made of high-quality materials and is assembled in Germany. As a long-life product, the compact camera is a companion you can rely on for capturing those unique photographic moments. Whether family celebrations, holidays, leisure time - the superb photos taken with the LEICA CM ZOOM are personal mementos to treasure.
Leica Press Release 27/08/04 The LEICA CM ZOOM is a high-quality compact camera for silver halide films from Leica Camera AG, Solms. Sporting a robust titanium body, the camera has a brilliant lens for exceptional optical performance. With a focal length range of 35 to 70 mm, the LEICA VARIO-ELMAR…
Yakumo Press Release 17/08/04
Licence to zoom - the new Yakumo Mega-Image 84 D.
Braunschweig, 17th August 2004- Yakumo’s latest addition to the Mega-Image family is the new Mega-Image 84 D. This camera is aiming at enthusiastic amateur photographers who have a low budget and high expectations. The Mega-Image 84 D now takes on the role of top model in the Yakumo camera range and offers high performance optics at an amazingly low price of 249 euros. In September, the Mega-Image 84 D will become available at all Yakumo dealers.
Yakumo Press Release 17/08/04 Licence to zoom - the new Yakumo Mega-Image 84 D. Braunschweig, 17th August 2004- Yakumo’s latest addition to the Mega-Image family is the new Mega-Image 84 D. This camera is aiming at enthusiastic amateur photographers who have a low budget and high expectations. The Mega-Image 8…
Yakumo Press Release 17/08/04
Instant and care-free fun with the new Mega-Image VII
Braunschweig, 17th August 2004 - Another new Mega-Image camera model is entering the Yakumo camera range in September and celebrating its market debut. The Mega-Image VII is a digital snapshot camera with super slim measurements of 86 x 55 x 25mm. This cool silver coloured camera weighs only 85g and can easily fit into the palm of the owner?s hand, his trouser or shirt pocket or her handbag. It also goes easy on the budget. The Mega-Image VII will be available mid September at all Yakumo dealers and have the tiny price tag of 79 euros.
Yakumo Press Release 17/08/04 Instant and care-free fun with the new Mega-Image VII Braunschweig, 17th August 2004 - Another new Mega-Image camera model is entering the Yakumo camera range in September and celebrating its market debut. The Mega-Image VII is a digital snapshot camera with super slim measurements of 8…
In a natural progression from the portable storage devices that enable you to copy files from a memory card onto blank CDs, Cardmedia (Europe) Ltd has just announced the DigiMagic DM220 DVD Burner. This device enables you to produce a back-up copy of digital photos directly from your camera?s flash memory card onto a CD-R / CD-RW or DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD-RW disc. The RRP is £350 and it will be available in September 2004. More details can be found at DP-Now.
Website: DP-Now - DigiMagic DM-220 DVD Burner
Website: DigiMagic DM-220 DVD Burner
In a natural progression from the portable storage devices that enable you to copy files from a memory card onto blank CDs, Cardmedia (Europe) Ltd has just announced the DigiMagic DM220 DVD Burner. This device enables you to produce a back-up copy of digital photos directly from your camera?s flash…
Imaging Resource have published their review of the HP Photosmart 945 digital camera, which features a 5.3-megapixel total resolution and 56x total zoom (8x optical zoom). The HP Photosmart 945 digital camera is available now and has an estimated U.S. retail price of $549.
“I found my view of the HP 945 evolving quite a bit as I worked with it. My initial reaction was pretty negative - It just seemed bulky and clunky, and so sloooow in the rapid-fire environment of our test studio. Looking at its images up-close on the computer screen, the way the Digital Flash feature emphasized image noise in the shadow areas led me to largely write it off as a marketing gimmick. When I actually went out into the field with the camera for some more laid-back shooting though, I found myself changing my mind, and ended up liking it quite a bit.”
Imaging Resource have published their review of the HP Photosmart 945 digital camera, which features a 5.3-megapixel total resolution and 56x total zoom (8x optical zoom). The HP Photosmart 945 digital camera is available now and has an estimated U.S. retail price of $549. “I found my view of the…
The Pro Gear range of memory card readers from the US-based Atech Flash Technology offer transfer rates of up to 480 Mb/sec via a USB 2.0 connection and support 10 different memory card formats. The Pro Gear Duo consists of two devices; a docking bay that fits into the 3.5” drive bay of your computer, and the cartridge-like PRO Gear USB 2.0 flash media reader, which you can either insert into the docking bay or attach to your computer using a USB cable. Unfortunately my PC doesn’t have a spare drive bay, so this is really a review of the flash media reader (which is also available to purchase separately as the Pro Gear Solo). So is the Pro Gear worth upgrading to? Find out in my short review.
Website: Pro Gear Duo Review
The Pro Gear range of memory card readers from the US-based Atech Flash Technology offer transfer rates of up to 480 Mb/sec via a USB 2.0 connection and support 10 different memory card formats. The Pro Gear Duo consists of two devices; a docking bay that fits into the 3.5”…