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Tuesday, April 20, 2004

Nikon D70Popular Photography magazine have just published 5 new digital camera reviews on their website, including the 6 megapixel Nikon D70 DSLR.

- Nikon D70
- Canon EOS-1D Mark II
- Kodak DCS Pro SLR/n
- Panasonic DMC-FZ10 Lumix
- Leaf Valeo 6 Digital Camera Back

Popular Photography magazine have just published 5 new digital camera reviews on their website, including the 6 megapixel Nikon D70 DSLR. - Nikon D70 - Canon EOS-1D Mark II - Kodak DCS Pro SLR/n - Panasonic DMC-FZ10 Lumix - Leaf Valeo 6 Digital Camera Back

Nikon D70Steves Digicams have today published their review of the 6 megapixel Nikon D70 DSLR.

“With the introduction of the D70, Nikon has redefined the amateur dSLR market. While Canon limited the features of its Digital Rebel to prevent competition with its own higher-end 10D, Nikon equipped the D70 with versatile features and equal or better shooting performance than its more costly D100. Nikon also included seven “Vari-Program” shooting modes that optimize camera settings for frequently found shooting conditions, addressing the needs of less-experienced users. The D70 is Nikon’s answer for amateur users of film-based SLR’s looking to move to digital, and for digital photographers who are tired of accommodating the limitations of consumer digicams.”

Website: Steves Digicams - Nikon D70 Review

Steves Digicams have today published their review of the 6 megapixel Nikon D70 DSLR. “With the introduction of the D70, Nikon has redefined the amateur dSLR market. While Canon limited the features of its Digital Rebel to prevent competition with its own higher-end 10D, Nikon equipped the D70 with versatile…

Casio EXILIM PRO EX-P600Steves Digicams have today reviewed the 6 megapixel Casio EXILIM PRO EX-P600 digital camera.

“The image quality of the EX-P600 is very good, it captures sharp and well saturated pictures. Flesh tones were very accurate and well exposed. The 4x Canon zoom lens covers a 35mm equivalent of 33-132mm and has a 4x digital zoom feature. There is moderate barrel distortion at full wide angle but almost no pin cushioning at full telephoto. The zoom lens is quick and smooth as it goes from wide angle to telephoto. The indoor shots were also well saturated but not as sharp, maybe due to a lack of a focus assist lamp for low-light shooting.”

Website: Steves Digicams - Casio EXILIM PRO EX-P600 Review

Steves Digicams have today reviewed the 6 megapixel Casio EXILIM PRO EX-P600 digital camera. “The image quality of the EX-P600 is very good, it captures sharp and well saturated pictures. Flesh tones were very accurate and well exposed. The 4x Canon zoom lens covers a 35mm equivalent of 33-132mm and…

Konica Minolta DiMAGE A2Michael Reichmann over at Luminous Landscape has attempted to pick a winner from the crop of 8 megapixel digital cameras that he has been reviewing in the last couple of months.

“Of course the question that everyone wants to know, and which I receive countless e-mails asking, is - which one is the best? Since I know of no on-line or magazine reviewer that will provide you with a straightforward answer to this (and they’re probably wise not to), I’ll do my best to answer the question. You may not like the answers though.”

Website: Luminous Landscape - The Winner Is…

Michael Reichmann over at Luminous Landscape has attempted to pick a winner from the crop of 8 megapixel digital cameras that he has been reviewing in the last couple of months. “Of course the question that everyone wants to know, and which I receive countless e-mails asking, is - which…

Sony DSC-F828The Polish website Fotopolis have today posted their review of the 8-megapixel Sony DSC-F828 digital camera.

Website: Fotopolis - Sony DSC-F828 Review

The Polish website Fotopolis have today posted their review of the 8-megapixel Sony DSC-F828 digital camera. Website: Fotopolis - Sony DSC-F828 Review

Neat ImageThe Czech website Digineff have published a short review of Version 4 of Neat Image. Neat Image is a digital filter designed to reduce visible noise in digital photographic images. Users of previous versions of Neat Image are entitled to a free upgrade to the latest version of the same edition.

Website: Digineff - Neat Image 4 Review

The Czech website Digineff have published a short review of Version 4 of Neat Image. Neat Image is a digital filter designed to reduce visible noise in digital photographic images. Users of previous versions of Neat Image are entitled to a free upgrade to the latest version of the same…

Monday, April 19, 2004

I bought my Canon EOS 10D digital SLR camera exactly 1 year ago, and in that year I’ve taken nearly 10,000 photographs with it. To help celebrate my first anniversary of ownership, I’ve selected 24 of my favourite images from the past year and presented them in chronological order. There is no commentary or technical information, just the bare 24 photos to look at and (hopefully) enjoy.

Article: Canon EOS 10D: A Year in Pictures

I bought my Canon EOS 10D digital SLR camera exactly 1 year ago, and in that year I’ve taken nearly 10,000 photographs with it. To help celebrate my first anniversary of ownership, I’ve selected 24 of my favourite images from the past year and presented them in chronological order. There…

St. Paul's Cathedral #6

St. Paul's Cathedral #7

St. Paul's Cathedral #8

St. Paul's Cathedral #9

St. Paul's Cathedral #10
Well, after yesterday’s mixed reaction to the first part of my St. Paul’s Cathedral series, here are 5 more photographs from the same shoot. I’m curious to know if the shadows in these images look “blocked” or not on your monitor? These are the first photos that I’ve edited on my new LCD monitor, which compared to my 3-year old CRT monitor displays a lot more detail in the shadow areas. Having two monitors running side-by-side has made me question which one is showing the “true” colours (if there is such a thing). I think I’m going to have to invest in a monitor calibration device…

You can click on each image to view a larger / better quality version over on my personal website, markgoldstein.co.uk

Well, after yesterday’s mixed reaction to the first part of my St. Paul’s Cathedral series, here are 5 more photographs from the same shoot. I’m curious to know if the shadows in these images look “blocked” or not on your monitor? These are the first photos that I’ve edited on…

The winner of the 20th PhotographyBLOG Photo of the Week contest is Gary55 with the entry “TurtleHead”. There are no prizes as such for this contest, but the winning photo is displayed on the PhotographyBLOG homepage for a week, and the winner can display the Photo of the Week logo on their website if they wish.

The 21st Photo of the Week contest is now open. This is a weekly photography challenge where you decide who the winner is by voting for your favourite photos. It’s an open contest with no set theme and you can enter as many photos as you like.

Please note that 3 new rules have been added to the Photo of the Week contest, with immediate effect:

- Only images with 3 or more votes are eligible to win.
- A vote only counts if it is made during the duration of the contest.
- If you rate a photo with 5 or less, please leave a comment explaining why.

Click here to read the full Photo of the Week Rules.

The winner of the 20th PhotographyBLOG Photo of the Week contest is Gary55 with the entry “TurtleHead”. There are no prizes as such for this contest, but the winning photo is displayed on the PhotographyBLOG homepage for a week, and the winner can display the Photo of the Week logo…

Olympus CAMEDIA AZ-1Olympus Japan Press Release 19/04/04

Olympus Introduces The CAMEDIA AZ-1 Compact Digital Camera Featuring The World’s First Mobile Advanced Super View Display for Enhanced Viewing Enjoyment

- World’s first Mobile Advanced Super View Display
- New album functions and 23 Scene Program modes
- Easy operation with new control dial

Olympus Corporation (President: Tsuyoshi Kikukawa) is pleased to announce the introduction of the 3.2-megapixel CAMEDIA AZ-1 compact digital camera with 3x optical zoom. In addition to full range of camera features, the CAMEDIA AZ-1 is equipped with a sharp, clear, Mobile Advanced Super View Display that makes it equally suitable for use as a photo viewer.

With its Mobile Advanced Super View Display and new album functions, the CAMEDIA AZ-1 is an entirely new type of camera that offers “shooting,” “viewing,” and “sharing.” The Mobile Advanced Super View Display offers high contrast and a wide viewing angle, and its incorporation into the CAMEDIA AZ-1 marks the first time that this display technology has been utilized in a digital camera or other such mobile device. The 2.5-inch display has a resolution of 210,000 pixels, and its large size and excellent image quality make it ideal for both reviewing and appreciating photos. In addition, New Album and slideshow functions allow users to organize images in the camera, and there is a Camera Album function that allows images edited on a computer to be uploaded and viewed on the camera. By taking advantage of the large, high-definition Mobile Advanced Super View Display, users can easily use the CAMEDIA AZ-1 as a portable photo album that allows them to share their favorite photos with other people wherever they go.

The CAMEDIA AZ-1 is also equipped with 23 Scene Program modes that allow users to obtain optimum image quality in a wide range of shooting situations. Ease of operation is also enhanced by a new control dial that allows various functions to be selected using only the thumb and forefinger of the right hand.

Olympus Japan Press Release 19/04/04 Olympus Introduces The CAMEDIA AZ-1 Compact Digital Camera Featuring The World’s First Mobile Advanced Super View Display for Enhanced Viewing Enjoyment - World’s first Mobile Advanced Super View Display - New album functions and 23 Scene Program modes - Easy operation with new control dial…

Kodak Easyshare DX7630Steves Digicams have today reviewed the new 6 megapixel Kodak Easyshare DX7630.

“The DX7630 features a Schneider Kreuznach Variogon 3X optical zoom lens with a focal length ranging from 39 - 117mm in 35mm equivalence. The lens produces sharp images throughout its zoom range, but with a bit of barrel distortion and pin cushioning present at the wide-angle and telephoto extremes. The lens is quite fast; with a wide-open variable aperture range of F2.8 (wide) to F4.8 (tele), it will allow for a higher than expected shutter speed and enable you to hand-hold the camera in lighting conditions that might otherwise require a tripod or some other form of camera support.”

Website: Steves Digicams - Kodak Easyshare DX7630 Review

Steves Digicams have today reviewed the new 6 megapixel Kodak Easyshare DX7630. “The DX7630 features a Schneider Kreuznach Variogon 3X optical zoom lens with a focal length ranging from 39 - 117mm in 35mm equivalence. The lens produces sharp images throughout its zoom range, but with a bit of barrel…

Konica KD-420ZYesterday DP-Now published a comprehensive review of the Konica KD-420Z digital camera, which is actually exactly the same model as the Minolta G400.

“In most areas, the 420Z is an easy camera to get up and running with. Being quite a small and slim design doesn’t detract from general ease of use as most of the controls are logically placed. The camera is also responsive, with few situations arising where you have to wait for the camera. If there is a weakness, it’s that some settings are hidden away inside the menu system and there is no video-out port for connection to a TV.”

Website: DP-Now - Konica KD-420Z Review

Yesterday DP-Now published a comprehensive review of the Konica KD-420Z digital camera, which is actually exactly the same model as the Minolta G400. “In most areas, the 420Z is an easy camera to get up and running with. Being quite a small and slim design doesn’t detract from general ease…

Sony Cybershot DSC-V1The Danish website have reviewed the Sony DSC-V1 compact digital camera, which features 5 megapixel resolution, 4x optical zoom, flexible exposure control and an infrared laser hologram. The Sony DSC-V1 retails for £399 in the UK.

Website: Digital Magasinet - Sony DSC-V1 Review

The Danish website have reviewed the Sony DSC-V1 compact digital camera, which features 5 megapixel resolution, 4x optical zoom, flexible exposure control and an infrared laser hologram. The Sony DSC-V1 retails for £399 in the UK. Website: Digital Magasinet - Sony DSC-V1 Review

Nikon Coolpix 5200The Czech website Digineff have published the first review that I have read of the new 5 megapixel Nikon Coolpix 5200 compact digital camera.

Website: Digineff - Nikon Coolpix 5200 Review

The Czech website Digineff have published the first review that I have read of the new 5 megapixel Nikon Coolpix 5200 compact digital camera. Website: Digineff - Nikon Coolpix 5200 Review

Konica Minolta DiMAGE A2The technology website ByteSector have just reviewed the new 8-megapixel Konica Minolta DiMAGE A2 digital camera.

“It is a fantastic camera for a professional because it gives absolute manual control. It has a very high capture resolution and colour depth, there are no distortions or colour issues that have appeared in previous models. If I had the money, I would personally buy it for its advanced applications and the 8 mega pixel resolution. I love the manual focus and zoom rings.”

Website: ByteSector - Konica Minolta DiMAGE A2 Review

The technology website ByteSector have just reviewed the new 8-megapixel Konica Minolta DiMAGE A2 digital camera. “It is a fantastic camera for a professional because it gives absolute manual control. It has a very high capture resolution and colour depth, there are no distortions or colour issues that have appeared…

Sony DSC-W1If you’re interested in buying the new 5 megapixel Sony DSC-W1 digital compact camera when it’s released, then A-Digital-Eye’s excellent report from Japan is essential reading. They’ve also kindly posted some sample images.

Website: A-Digital-Eye - Sony DSC-W1 Report

Website: A-Digital-Eye - Sony DSC-W1 Samples

If you’re interested in buying the new 5 megapixel Sony DSC-W1 digital compact camera when it’s released, then A-Digital-Eye’s excellent report from Japan is essential reading. They’ve also kindly posted some sample images. Website: A-Digital-Eye - Sony DSC-W1 Report Website: A-Digital-Eye - Sony DSC-W1 Samples

Nikon D70What better way to start off a new week than with yet another review of the Nikon D70?! This time it’s the turn of the Danish website Akamera.dk to post their review of the new 6 megapixel Nikon D70 DSLR.

Website: Akamera.dk - Nikon D70 Review

What better way to start off a new week than with yet another review of the Nikon D70?! This time it’s the turn of the Danish website Akamera.dk to post their review of the new 6 megapixel Nikon D70 DSLR. Website: Akamera.dk - Nikon D70 Review

Sunday, April 18, 2004

St. Paul's Cathedral #1

St. Paul's Cathedral #2

St. Paul's Cathedral #3

St. Paul's Cathedral #4

St. Paul's Cathedral #5
An impromptu visit to St.Paul’s Cathedral on Friday evening resulted in some great photographs (even if I do say so myself) of one of London’s most famous landmarks. The beautiful early evening spring light lit up the dome of the cathedral, whilst casting the surrounding buildings into shadow. Despite part of the cathedral being shrouded in cloth due to repair work, I think these photos are some of the best that I’ve taken for a while (with more to follow in the next few days).

And all because of the light…

You can click on each image to view a larger / better quality version over on my personal website, markgoldstein.co.uk

An impromptu visit to St.Paul’s Cathedral on Friday evening resulted in some great photographs (even if I do say so myself) of one of London’s most famous landmarks. The beautiful early evening spring light lit up the dome of the cathedral, whilst casting the surrounding buildings into shadow. Despite part…

Want to be a successful photographer? Mike Johnston’s “Secrets of Success” article is a good place to start.

“Successful photographers, for the most part, have an excess of personal energy. They can work from down to dusk and want more. They’re restless when they’re not working. They don’t like vacations. Sitting around is not for them. This has been true of Dean Collins, Cartier-Bresson, Norman Parkinson, Robert Capa, Edward Weston, Andy Warhol, Galen Rowell, Eliott Erwitt, Jacques Lartigue, and on and on and on. Lazy, slow, tired, procrastinating photographers without the energy to follow through are not likely to build up the needed momentum.”

Website: Sunday Morning Photographer: Secrets of Success

Want to be a successful photographer? Mike Johnston’s “Secrets of Success” article is a good place to start. “Successful photographers, for the most part, have an excess of personal energy. They can work from down to dusk and want more. They’re restless when they’re not working. They don’t like vacations…

FujiFilm FinePix F610LetsGoDigital has published its review of the FujiFilm FinePix F610, a 6-megapixel digital camera that was first announced back in November 2003.

“The camera lies comfortably in the hand, although I can imagine that some consumers will have to get used to photographing vertically. The complaints of the slow reactions of a digital camera don’t apply for the FinePix F610; Fujifilm has sorted out that problem. The camera starts up swift as an arrow, even more so considering the optical zoom lens has to be positioned. Also the automatic focus, the fast interval of release and the possibility to shoot 5 images in a very fast speed make this FinePix F610 a rapid guy.”

Website: LetsGoDigital - FujiFilm FinePix F610 Review

Website: Read my review of the Fujifilm FinePix F610

LetsGoDigital has published its review of the FujiFilm FinePix F610, a 6-megapixel digital camera that was first announced back in November 2003. “The camera lies comfortably in the hand, although I can imagine that some consumers will have to get used to photographing vertically. The complaints of the slow reactions…