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Charlotte K. Lowrie, managing editor of MSN Photos, has published the most positive review of the Kodak DCS Pro 14n so far.
“Buy this camera if you routinely shoot at ISO 80 to ISO 200, or if you work under studio lighting, or if you rarely need exposures that are longer than a quarter-second. If you shoot within those parameters, you may need to fiddle with the “noise reduction versus maximum detail” settings, but you won’t need to do this very often based on my experience. And if your photography falls into this category, buy this camera if you want beautiful, rich images with a level of detail that you’ve forgotten that pictures could have.”
Charlotte K. Lowrie, managing editor of MSN Photos, has published the most positive review of the Kodak DCS Pro 14n so far. “Buy this camera if you routinely shoot at ISO 80 to ISO 200, or if you work under studio lighting, or if you rarely need exposures that are…
Imaging Resource has posted new reviews of the Olympus C-750 and C-740 Ultra-Zoom digital cameras, both of which offer an optical 10x zoom lens.
“The C-750 has really excellent color, plenty of resolution, a lens with lower distortion and artifacts than I’d been expecting from a long-zoom model, and loads of features.”
Website: Imaging Resource - Olympus C-750 Ultra Zoom Review
“As with the C-750, there’s a lot to like here: The main differences relative to the higher-end model are 3.2 vs 4.0 megapixels, no flash hot shoe, and no sound recording. All else is pretty much identical, but for a lower price. If you want to get into long-zoom digital photography on a budget, the C-740 looks like an excellent way to go.”
Imaging Resource has posted new reviews of the Olympus C-750 and C-740 Ultra-Zoom digital cameras, both of which offer an optical 10x zoom lens. “The C-750 has really excellent color, plenty of resolution, a lens with lower distortion and artifacts than I’d been expecting from a long-zoom model, and loads…
At the start of every month ePhotoZine always publish some interesting photography techniques. For April, there is a guide to taking photographs of skies that can then be added to photographs digitally, how to be more creative when taking photos of daffodils, and intriguingly the infamous UK interior designer, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, shares some hot tips…
Website: ePhotoZine - April Techniques
At the start of every month ePhotoZine always publish some interesting photography techniques. For April, there is a guide to taking photographs of skies that can then be added to photographs digitally, how to be more creative when taking photos of daffodils, and intriguingly the infamous UK interior designer, Laurence…
Digital Camera Resource Page have reviewed Kodak’s new dye-sub printer, the 8500 Professional Digital Photo Printer. At nearly $900, this printer is aimed squarely at serious enthusiasts and professionals, rather than the average home user.
“How do the prints look? Great. I haven’t seen a lot of difference between the various dye-subs that I’ve tested… the output has always been excellent. They look like they were professionally printed, and the Kodak logo on the back of the paper adds to that feeling.”
Website: Digital Camera Resource Page - Kodak 8500 Digital Photo Printer
Digital Camera Resource Page have reviewed Kodak’s new dye-sub printer, the 8500 Professional Digital Photo Printer. At nearly $900, this printer is aimed squarely at serious enthusiasts and professionals, rather than the average home user. “How do the prints look? Great. I haven’t seen a lot of difference between the…
In the sixth and final part of this Review of Photo Sharing/Critique websites, I’ve reviewed Usefilm. “Usefilm is a very easy-to-use, good looking and popular website that has just got better with the recent site update. The standard of the photography is high and the site is worth visiting just to browse through some of the excellent images on show.”
As a reminder, I’m taking a look at some Photo Sharing/Critique websites and letting you know what I think about each one and the overall concept of posting your photos for review.
In the sixth and final part of this Review of Photo Sharing/Critique websites, I’ve reviewed Usefilm. “Usefilm is a very easy-to-use, good looking and popular website that has just got better with the recent site update. The standard of the photography is high and the site is worth visiting just…
Congratulations to Eugene on becoming the 100th member of PhotographyBLOG! Sadly there are no prizes to win…
Congratulations to Eugene on becoming the 100th member of PhotographyBLOG! Sadly there are no prizes to win…
As if to cruelly taunt my recent decision to ignore the Canon EOS 10D (see today’s earlier post), Phil Askey at DPReview has posted his review of Canon’s new DSLR. You can’t get much higher praise than this…
“I have no concerns in stating that as things stand (at the time of writing this review) the EOS-10D is the absolute best in class, with the best image quality, lowest high sensitivity noise, superb build quality and excellent price (not to mention the huge choice of lenses).”
Website: DPReview - Canon 10D Review
As if to cruelly taunt my recent decision to ignore the Canon EOS 10D (see today’s earlier post), Phil Askey at DPReview has posted his review of Canon’s new DSLR. You can’t get much higher praise than this… “I have no concerns in stating that as things stand (at the…
I spent the weekend trying to track down the all-singing, all dancing Canon EOS 10D in London.
I found one on Saturday and checked that it was compatible with all my existing Canon lenses. I didn’t buy it. I found another one on Sunday at a cheaper price. I didn’t buy it. That’s right - I turned down not one, but two chances to own the Canon EOS 10D.
And you know what? Unless I win the Lottery (which I never enter), I’m not going to buy one. In the shop, the 10D felt like an expensive, capable, quick focusing camera, with a very bright LCD and clear viewfinder. If you’re in the market for a DSLR, then you should consider buying this camera. But that’s just it - I realised that I wasn’t in that market, at least not for the time being.
I mean, who am I trying to kid? I’ve been interested in photography for about 2 years. I currently own a Canon EOS 300 with a couple of consumer lenses. I go out to take pictures once or twice a week, maybe 15-20 rolls of film in a good month. How can I justify spending ?1500 on a camera body, especially when the general advice is to invest in good lenses, rather than a good body?
So instead, I’m planning to upgrade over time to the EOS 30, better lenses, a decent tripod and some filters. I’ve still got a lot to learn. And the latest, greatest DSLR, however “affordable”, is not going to provide any shortcuts. Not unless I win the Lottery…
I spent the weekend trying to track down the all-singing, all dancing Canon EOS 10D in London. I found one on Saturday and checked that it was compatible with all my existing Canon lenses. I didn’t buy it. I found another one on Sunday at a cheaper price. I didn’t…
Digital Camera Resource Page have reviewed the Canon EOS 10D 6-megapixel DSLR.
“The Canon EOS-10D is the best deal out there for a digital SLR camera. It’s hard to believe, but the 10D sells for $500 less than the Olympus E-10 I bought just a few years ago. It’s a heck of a lot more capable, too. The 10D offers all the benefits of a D-SLR, namely interchangeable lenses, support for external flashes, full manual controls, and robust performance. The 10D improves upon the already excellent EOS-D60 with its faster processing, more solid metal body, higher resolution LCD, improved playback mode, and all the other items that I’ve mentioned above. “
Website: DCRP - Canon 10D Review
Digital Camera Resource Page have reviewed the Canon EOS 10D 6-megapixel DSLR. “The Canon EOS-10D is the best deal out there for a digital SLR camera. It’s hard to believe, but the 10D sells for $500 less than the Olympus E-10 I bought just a few years ago. It’s a…
fredmiranda.com has just launched a new section which enables you to post reviews of your Digitial SLR and lenses. This should become a valuable resource for all DSLR owners.
“I officially launched a new “reviews” section for the site today. Be one of the first to make your mark on the reviews page!
If you are a registered FM forum member, all you have to do is to find your equipment gear and click on the Post a Review link.
Your review can be short and to the point or more detailed, the choice is yours.
I hope that this new section will serve as a non-bias reference place for photographers to find out what the FM forum members think about lenses, digital bodies, etc?
You can access the Reviews page through this link:
http://www.fredmiranda.com/reviews
I look forward to reading your reviews and finding out what you all think about this new addition to the site.”
Website: Fred Miranda
fredmiranda.com has just launched a new section which enables you to post reviews of your Digitial SLR and lenses. This should become a valuable resource for all DSLR owners. “I officially launched a new “reviews” section for the site today. Be one of the first to make your mark on…
The MSN Photos portal has an interesting article by Peter K. Burian about the many different kinds of inkjet papers available on the market. If you’ve never used anything other than your printer manufacturer’s recommended paper, read this article and maybe broaden your horizons a little…
“Inkjet photo printers accept a wide variety of papers (media), but most people tend to use only a few common types. That’s due in part to electronics retail stores stocking only the typical papers: “photo,” matte, and glossy, and also in part to not knowing what other types of papers work for different images. Shop around on the Web, and you can find specialty papers with really cool finishes: watercolor, canvas, silk, polyester, metallic, and various textured “art” papers. Each will impart an entirely different look to your images, great for enhancing your artistic work, or for making prints to frame.”
Website: MSN Photos - Inkjet Paper Article
The MSN Photos portal has an interesting article by Peter K. Burian about the many different kinds of inkjet papers available on the market. If you’ve never used anything other than your printer manufacturer’s recommended paper, read this article and maybe broaden your horizons a little… “Inkjet photo printers accept…
Steve’s Digicams have posted their review of the $5,000 Kodak Pro 14n (based on the Pro 14n with late beta firmware).
“If you’re a studio portrait or product photographer, work in the ISO 80-100 range and lighting is not a problem—the Pro 14n will probably suit you well. The lack of high-ISO support, a rather anemic and slow buffer and less than robust AF performance does not make this a camera for sports or action photography.”
Steve’s Digicams have posted their review of the $5,000 Kodak Pro 14n (based on the Pro 14n with late beta firmware). “If you’re a studio portrait or product photographer, work in the ISO 80-100 range and lighting is not a problem—the Pro 14n will probably suit you well. The lack…
Canon UK yesterday announced 4 new printers. Here’s a brief round-up of the announcements:
- Canon’s Bubble Jet i450 delivers breakthrough quality and speed at an affordable price
- Canon’s new Bubble Jet i470D combines quality and speed with a new level of ease with Direct Photo Printing from all popular memory card types
- Canon announces the Bubble Jet i9100 printer setting new standards in the A3+ market for professional and amateur photographers
- New Canon SmartBase MP700 Photo and SmartBase MP730 Photo pack photo quality and high performance into one multifunctional body
Canon’s new A3 printer, the i9100, is of particular interest to the enthusiast photographer.
“Canon, leader in photographic and imaging technology, is pleased to announce the launch of its new A3+ printer ? the Bubble Jet i9100. With the launch of this sophisticated machine, Canon brings 4800 x 1200 dpi photo printing technology to the A3+ market for the first time and sets a new standard in fast, high-resolution printing.
“The speed and high-resolution of the i9100, plus the fact that it offers outstanding quality full-bleed and photo-standard prints in a range of sizes, makes it the perfect printer in its price range for anyone requiring the best graphic reproduction available,” says Malcolm Hills, head of Canon Consumer Imaging in the UK.”
The Bubble Jet i9100 will be available from May 2003 for around ?419 RRP inc VAT.
Read the Canon i9100 Press Release
Website: Canon - Bubble Jet Printers Website
Canon UK yesterday announced 4 new printers. Here’s a brief round-up of the announcements: Canon’s Bubble Jet i450 delivers breakthrough quality and speed at an affordable priceCanon’s new Bubble Jet i470D combines quality and speed with a new level of ease with Direct Photo Printing from all popular memory card…
Michael Reichmann has published an article which will be of interest to all Canon SLR owners (film or digital). If you’ve ever wondered what on earth the DEP or A-DEP exposure mode on your camera is for, then read this short article to understand how it could improve your landscape photography. Virtually all Canon SLR’s have this innovative feature; even my Canon EOS 300 has it, although I don’t think I’ve ever used it during the 2 years that I’ve owned the camera…
Website: Luminous Landscape - Canon DEP Mode
Michael Reichmann has published an article which will be of interest to all Canon SLR owners (film or digital). If you’ve ever wondered what on earth the DEP or A-DEP exposure mode on your camera is for, then read this short article to understand how it could improve your landscape…
In the fifth part of this 6 part Review of Photo Sharing/Critique websites, I’ve reviewed WebPhotoForum. “WebPhotoForum is another easy-to-use, friendly and inviting website on which to post your photographs for constructive review. If you choose to pay the small subscription fee, it also has all of the features that you could wish for, including unlimited uploading and email alerts. This means that for a mere ?15 a year, you can share your photographs with friends and family and hopefully improve the standard of your photography as you go!”
As a reminder, I’m taking a look at some Photo Sharing/Critique websites and letting you know what I think about each one and the overall concept of posting your photos for review.
In the fifth part of this 6 part Review of Photo Sharing/Critique websites, I’ve reviewed WebPhotoForum. “WebPhotoForum is another easy-to-use, friendly and inviting website on which to post your photographs for constructive review. If you choose to pay the small subscription fee, it also has all of the features that…
Michael Reichmann of Luminous Landscape has posted Part 2 of his first impressions of Kodak’s $5000 digital SLR, the DCS 14n. It’s not good news for anyone who was interested in this new flagship camera…
“In its current state, and using the latest software Revision 4.1.2, the Kodak 14n produces stunning images in bright light at ISO 80. These are every bit as good as, and in some ways possibly better than those from the market leading and more expensive Canon 1Ds. But, that’s where the good news ends. At higher ISO ratings image quality decreases and noise increases quickly. Image quality also deteriorates at even moderately low shutter speeds. The strange chromatic aberation that I’ve seen also needs to be better understood.
Looked at just as a camera, putting aside its digital capabilities for the moment, the 14n is not much more than a $350 Nikon in terms of its capabilities as a picture taking machine. Its ergonomic design deficiencies and limitations (such as the lack of mirror lock up) will cause some potential owners concern.”
Website: Luminous Landscape - Kodak DCS 14n
Michael Reichmann of Luminous Landscape has posted Part 2 of his first impressions of Kodak’s $5000 digital SLR, the DCS 14n. It’s not good news for anyone who was interested in this new flagship camera… “In its current state, and using the latest software Revision 4.1.2, the Kodak 14n produces…
You may or may not have noticed that I’ve added a new feature to PhotographyBLOG. Underneath the Calendar in the right-hand menu is the Recent Comments section, which shows the latest comments that have been made and who made them. At the moment, somewhat bizarrely, two threads about tuna casserole are featured…
Many thanks to Lynda at Digital Woe for this pMachine add-on script; her website has a number of very useful and completely free add-ons and hacks for pMachine users.
Website: DigitalWoe - pMachine
You may or may not have noticed that I’ve added a new feature to PhotographyBLOG. Underneath the Calendar in the right-hand menu is the Recent Comments section, which shows the latest comments that have been made and who made them. At the moment, somewhat bizarrely, two threads about tuna casserole…
Hot on the heels of Michael Reichmann’s First Impressions of the Kodak DCS Pro 14n, Imaging Resource have posted their Review of a pre-production camera. They’ve also compared it directly with the Canon 1Ds, complete with extensive sample images.
“Just as many industry observers (myself included) were wondering whether Kodak could continue to compete in the professional SLR market, the company dropped a figurative bombshell on the photographic world at Photokina 2002 in the form of the DSC Pro 14n. The new camera is built upon a body built by Nikon, but incorporates an astounding 13.7-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor. Most amazing was the $4,995 US list price, undercutting Canon’s recently announced EOS-1Ds full-frame SLR by fully $3,000.”
Hot on the heels of Michael Reichmann’s First Impressions of the Kodak DCS Pro 14n, Imaging Resource have posted their Review of a pre-production camera. They’ve also compared it directly with the Canon 1Ds, complete with extensive sample images. “Just as many industry observers (myself included) were wondering whether Kodak…
Tom Morris from BBCity.co.uk has emailed me about an exciting new Photography exhibition in Brighton, organized by IPSE (Independent Photography in the South East of England).
IPSE’s 7th exhibition: “The Independent Eye”. 21st March to 19th April 2003 at the Phoenix Art Centre, 10-14 Waterloo Place, Brighton. Tel: 01273 603704
“I went to the Private view on Saturday, and the work was stunning. A wide mixture was on show - covering landscape, portraiture, nudes, still life, in traditional, black and white, digital, lith, infra-red and video. There is also textile based photographic work, and a giant
pinhole camera - room sized.
It definitely is a great exhibition to see if your in Brighton, and a fantastic bunch of people to work with (see the website for a list of forthcoming events).
Highly recommended.”
Website: IPSE
Tom Morris from BBCity.co.uk has emailed me about an exciting new Photography exhibition in Brighton, organized by IPSE (Independent Photography in the South East of England). IPSE’s 7th exhibition: “The Independent Eye”. 21st March to 19th April 2003 at the Phoenix Art Centre, 10-14 Waterloo Place, Brighton. Tel: 01273 60370…
Digiteyesed is a website that really shows off the true potential of digital photography. All of the images on this breath-taking site were taken by one man, Sean David McCormick, with a Minolta Dimage 7. There are also some excellent free wallpaper images, so if you don’t visit this site for any other reason, make sure you at least download a couple of these.
Website: Digiteyesed.com
Digiteyesed is a website that really shows off the true potential of digital photography. All of the images on this breath-taking site were taken by one man, Sean David McCormick, with a Minolta Dimage 7. There are also some excellent free wallpaper images, so if you don’t visit this site…