Fujfilm have released more details about the lens of the upcoming X100 camera. The new article goes into great detail about the F/2.0 optic that the X100 uses and is well worth reading. Interesting new revelations include the use of a 9-blade aperture diaphragm and 4-blade shutter which achieves a maximum shutter speed of 1/4000s, and the built-in ND filter which provides the equivalent of an f-stop reduction of 3 stops. You can also check out our X100 Hands-On Photos.

Website: Fujifilm X100 Lens

Artensoft Photo Collage Maker 1.0 makes photo collages in the manner of a famous photomosaic of Steve Jobs. Similar to a human artist, the program examines a source image and then recreates it as a hand-made mosaic automatically. Artensoft Photo Collage Maker 1.0 is available immediately for $79.95.

LensAlign MkII accurately measures and then adjusts the Auto Focusing accuracy of a DSLR camera. LensAlign was created as a focus system measurement standard by which photographers can accurately measure and improve the performance of their cameras’ focus systems. LensAlign MkII is $79.95 and currently includes a free GENUINE WhiBal G7 White Balance Keychain Card. The WhiBal sells for $18.95 by itself.

Snappix 1.0 is a new photographic App for the iPhone. Snappix allows you to quickly take four shots from the camera in quick succession, put them in the same frame, and quickly send them via email to friends or to facebook directly without leaving the App. Snappix 1.0 is only $0.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies) and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Photography category.

Panorama Free 1.0 allows users to take panoramic photos from their iPhone or iPod touch camera. The app allows to take a few photos in sequence and then the Panorama Free merges all of the photos into one, creating a panoramic photo. Panorama Free 1.0 is free of charge and available exclusively through the App Store in the Photography category.

Photo Delight 1.1 is a color splash app for the iPad. Add colour to any part of the automatically converted black-and-white photograph with simple swipes of your finger and see the effect. Photo Delight 1.1 costs $1.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies) and is available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Photography category.

Save up to £65 on a PhotographyCourses.Biz photography course. Running until midnight January 1st 2011, the offers apply to downloadable courses, One to One courses, and continuous improvement programme of tutorial videos.

TrueDoF is a new depth of field calculator for the iPhone and iPod Touch. TrueDoF is the only depth of field calculator that takes the effects of diffraction into account. It is designed for photographers who want an accurate, versatile and easy way to calculate the depth of field produced by their chosen camera settings.

Version 5.2 Release Candidate of Bibble is now available. Bibble 5.2 includes major upgrades in a couple areas, and it also includes a huge number of smaller improvements and bug fixes, as well as support for the latest cameras. This is a free upgrade for all current Bibble 5 customers. Bibble 5 Pro is available for a limited time for $159.95, regularly $199.95 and Bibble 5 Lite for $79.95, regularly $99.95.

piRAWnha is the first RAW image developer for the iPad. In piRAWnha, the raw data can be edited and once the settings have been optimized, a high?quality JPEG image file can be exported to the Photo Library. Currently, piRAWnha supports raw images transferred to the iPad with the Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit. piRAWnha works with all raw files supported by Apple.

iQuikD.o.F. produces macro lens, Tiltshift, Miniature and Bokeh effects for iPhone and iPod Touchs. iQuikD.o.F is able to create selective focusing in any photo and features 12 depth of field presets, manual drawing, and a special “Stack” function. iQuikD.o.F. 1.0 is priced at $0.99 USD.

Panasonic have released a new firmware update for the 14-140mm lens. Version 1.4 adds the following changes:

- Improved stability of O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) and AF (Auto Focus) in movie recording.

Website: Download Panasonic 14-140mm Firmware Update 1.4

The Environmental Photographer of the Year 2011 photographic competition is now open for entries. The Environmental Photographer of the Year is calling for entries that deal with some of the most important challenges of our time, and this year a new video category has been introduced to further raise awareness of environmental and social issues. The competition will run until 31st July 2011, with judging taking place throughout August and September.

Sort Shots iPad Edition 2.2 allows users to import images while retaining previously assigned metadata/EXIF keywords automatically. Instantly find and view photos by simply tapping on a word. It’s the first iPad app to utilize EXIF/Metadata keywords/tags with Apple iPhoto and Aperture. Additionally, File Transfer Protocol, file renaming and a search feature have been added. Sort Shots - iPad Edition 2.2 costs $4.99 USD.

Natural Habitats by Massimo Vitali comprises seventy photographs, spanning from 2004 to 2009. Vitali first worked as a photojournalist in the 1970s and then later as a camera operator. In the more recent past, his interests have turned to artistic photography. Since 2007 Vitali has modified his perspective, shifting between an architectural background.

The Book of Destruction is a new exhibition by the award-winning German photographer, Kai Wiedenhöfer. Opening at the Mosaic Rooms in west London on 28 January 2011, Wiedenhöfer witnesses and records the destruction of Gaza’s buildings and the injuries inflicted on its inhabitants during the Israeli offensive in 2009, known as Cast Lead.

Tthe PrintJinni for Epson mobile printing App is now available for free. PrintJinni for Epson allows you to preview and print to any Epson wireless all-in-one from an Apple device. In addition, this latest version of PrintJinni for Epson utilizes the iPad’s larger screen size and rotational capabilities while providing a more intuitive interface.

ProShow Web is an all-new service for creating instant video slideshows online. ProShow Web works by intelligently mixing photos, videos and music together into a unique video slideshow. ProShow Web is available now in Free, Plus and Premium accounts.

PIKLIO is a unique, easy to use online application for the creation of exceptional high quality personal photo products. PIKLIO users can store an unlimited number of photos securely without any loss of resolution quality in their own assigned virtual space. This easy and fun to use internet application requires no software download - everything stays online.

The Best View of Heaven is from Hell by Bran Symondson is a new photo exhibition documenting the Afghan National Police (ANP). As a serving soldier in the British Army, Bran Symondson became fascinated by the Afghan National Police (ANP), their ethos and their daily existence in the war with the Taliban. When he was given the opportunity to return and document these characters as a civilian photographer in 2010, he was able to capture a unique perspective on the current conflict.