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Wednesday, April 15, 2009

A. Stepanek GmbH has announced that the SUBAL CD5MII underwater housing for the Canon EOS 5D Mark II DSLR is now available for purchase. The SUBAL CD5MII is waterproof to a depth of up to 70 metres, weighs approximately 2.5kg with handles and measures 245x180x145mm without ports and handles.

Website: SUBAL CD5MII for Canon EOS 5D Mark II

A. Stepanek GmbH has announced that the SUBAL CD5MII underwater housing for the Canon EOS 5D Mark II DSLR is now available for purchase. The SUBAL CD5MII is waterproof to a depth of up to 70 metres, weighs approximately 2.5kg with handles and measures 245x180x145mm without ports and handles. Website…

Hama has announced a collection of fashionable camera cases from aha:. The aha: brand, known for its trendy laptop cases, is now launching its own collection of camera bags, designed to go with today’s colourful digital cameras. Prices range from €14.99 to€39.99.

Hama has announced a collection of fashionable camera cases from aha:. The aha: brand, known for its trendy laptop cases, is now launching its own collection of camera bags, designed to go with today’s colourful digital cameras. Prices range from €14.99 to€39.99.

Carl Zeiss today announced that its Camera Lens Division will extend their successful collaboration with Sony Corporation for a further 5 years. The partnership dates back to 1996, when the first Sony camcorder with Carl Zeiss lens was launched.

Carl Zeiss today announced that its Camera Lens Division will extend their successful collaboration with Sony Corporation for a further 5 years. The partnership dates back to 1996, when the first Sony camcorder with Carl Zeiss lens was launched.

Olympus has issued a firmware update for the Olympus µ TOUGH 6000 digital camera. Version 1.1 improves colour when taking pictures in underwater modes: UNDERWATER WIDE 1, UNDERWATER WIDE 2, and UNDERWATER MACRO, and increases the sound volume during playback.

Website: Olympus µ [mju] TOUGH 6000 Firmware Updates

Olympus has issued a firmware update for the Olympus µ TOUGH 6000 digital camera. Version 1.1 improves colour when taking pictures in underwater modes: UNDERWATER WIDE 1, UNDERWATER WIDE 2, and UNDERWATER MACRO, and increases the sound volume during playback. Website: Olympus µ [mju] TOUGH 6000 Firmware Updates

Apple has just updated Aperture, its pro photo management and RAW conversion application, to version 2.1.3. The Apple Aperture 2.1.3 update improves overall stability and provides fixes for issues related to database integrity and compatibility with specific file types, and is recommended for all those using Aperture 2.

Website: Aperture Updates

Apple has just updated Aperture, its pro photo management and RAW conversion application, to version 2.1.3. The Apple Aperture 2.1.3 update improves overall stability and provides fixes for issues related to database integrity and compatibility with specific file types, and is recommended for all those using Aperture 2. Website: Aperture Updates

Contemporary Photographic Training (CPT) has announced a four-day training course for those interested in starting a photography business. The course covers business basics, brand building, digital workflow, sales know-how and the art of attracting the right clients. Additionally, it includes three live shoots with a range of models. The course takes place from 26 to 29 May. Click through / read on for details.

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Article: How to go from Amateur to Pro Photographer

Contemporary Photographic Training (CPT) has announced a four-day training course for those interested in starting a photography business. The course covers business basics, brand building, digital workflow, sales know-how and the art of attracting the right clients. Additionally, it includes three live shoots with a range of models. The course…

LaCie has announced the LaCie Rugged XL hard drive with a capacity of 1TB. Suited for speed-intensive applications or for large-scale backups, the LaCie Rugged XL is compatible with both Mac and PC environments. In addition, it supports two key interfaces: Hi-Speed USB for universal compatibility, and the extreme speed of eSATA 3Gb/s. The new drive also includes a complete software bundle for easy formatting with LaCie Setup Assistant, as well as Genie Backup Assistant software for Windows users and Intego Backup Assistant software for Mac users. The suggested retail price is £139.9 including VAT.

LaCie has announced the LaCie Rugged XL hard drive with a capacity of 1TB. Suited for speed-intensive applications or for large-scale backups, the LaCie Rugged XL is compatible with both Mac and PC environments. In addition, it supports two key interfaces: Hi-Speed USB for universal compatibility, and the extreme speed…

Tuesday, April 14, 2009

We spent some hands-on time with the new Nikon D5000 at today’s UK launch. Although we couldn’t actually shoot any photos with the pre-production cameras on display, we have compiled a gallery of 22 images showing the D5000 from every conceivable angle.

We spent some hands-on time with the new Nikon D5000 at today’s UK launch. Although we couldn’t actually shoot any photos with the pre-production cameras on display, we have compiled a gallery of 22 images showing the D5000 from every conceivable angle.

The Nikon D5000 is a new DSLR camera with a vari-angle LCD monitor. The 12.3 megapixel D5000 also offers 720p HD movies with sound and D-Movie function, ISO 100-6400, 4fps burst shooting, and 11-point autofocus system with 3D Focus Tracking. The Nikon D5000 will be available in late April 2009 for £719.99 / €878.00 / $729.95 body only, or £799.99 / €972.00 / $849.95 with the 18-55mm VR lens. We’ll have a hands-on report on the D5000 from the UK launch event, later today…

The Nikon D5000 is a new DSLR camera with a vari-angle LCD monitor. The 12.3 megapixel D5000 also offers 720p HD movies with sound and D-Movie function, ISO 100-6400, 4fps burst shooting, and 11-point autofocus system with 3D Focus Tracking. The Nikon D5000 will be available in late April 200…

The AF-S DX NIKKOR 10-24MM F/3.5-4.5G ED is a new ultra-wide-angle zoom lens. Compatible with Nikon DX-format DSLR cameras, the 10-24mm F/3.5-4.5 lens boasts a focal range starting at 15mm equivalent in FX/35mm format. Available from May 1st, the NIKKOR 10-24MM F/3.5-4.5G ED lens will cost £799.99 / €972.00 / $899.95.

The AF-S DX NIKKOR 10-24MM F/3.5-4.5G ED is a new ultra-wide-angle zoom lens. Compatible with Nikon DX-format DSLR cameras, the 10-24mm F/3.5-4.5 lens boasts a focal range starting at 15mm equivalent in FX/35mm format. Available from May 1st, the NIKKOR 10-24MM F/3.5-4.5G ED lens will cost £799.99 / €972.00 /…

DxOMark have released new data for the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX150, the Fujifilm Finepix S100fs and the Olympus SP-565UZ digital cameras.

Website: DxOMark

DxOMark have released new data for the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX150, the Fujifilm Finepix S100fs and the Olympus SP-565UZ digital cameras. Website: DxOMark

Monday, April 13, 2009

Our new regular columnist, acclaimed landscape photographer <b><a href="http://www.charliewaite.com" title="Charlie Waite" target="_blank">Charlie Waite</a></b>, shares his secrets about taking great Spring photographs.

The GigaPan Epic 100 is a new robotic camera mount for capturing detailed gigapixel panoramas. The Epic 100 model fits a wider range of camera models and is compatible with almost any point and shoot digital camera. The Epic 100 also works with several smaller DSLR cameras and has a maximum weight limit of three pounds. The GigaPan Epic sells for $379 and the GigaPan Epic 100 for $449.

The GigaPan Epic 100 is a new robotic camera mount for capturing detailed gigapixel panoramas. The Epic 100 model fits a wider range of camera models and is compatible with almost any point and shoot digital camera. The Epic 100 also works with several smaller DSLR cameras and has a…

AKVIS Software Inc. has released version 3.5 of the AKVIS Retoucher software. The plug-in allows restoring damages photos by removing dust, scratches, stains, and by reconstructing the missing parts of a photo. The new version fixes bugs and improves compatibility with the newest versions of Photoshop CS3, CS4 on Macintosh and Windows. Upgrade for registered users is free.

AKVIS Software Inc. has released version 3.5 of the AKVIS Retoucher software. The plug-in allows restoring damages photos by removing dust, scratches, stains, and by reconstructing the missing parts of a photo. The new version fixes bugs and improves compatibility with the newest versions of Photoshop CS3, CS4 on Macintosh…

Friday, April 10, 2009

Rumanian software firm Bits&Coffee SRL have released version 2.5 of their image editor, BatchPhoto. With version 2.5, BatchPhoto introduces a new major feature: raw photo development. By taking advantage of multi-core processors BatchPhoto can convert hundreds or even thousands of raw images to common image formats like JPEG or TIFF in a single session. Moreover, it can also change the often meaningless names assigned by digital cameras to custom keyword-based names, in the same operation. It comes in two editions: Home and Pro priced at $29.95(US), and $59.95(US), respectively. Do note that this program is Windows only.

Rumanian software firm Bits&Coffee SRL have released version 2.5 of their image editor, BatchPhoto. With version 2.5, BatchPhoto introduces a new major feature: raw photo development. By taking advantage of multi-core processors BatchPhoto can convert hundreds or even thousands of raw images to common image formats like JPEG or TIFF…

USA Today and DiscoverAmerica.com have announced a photography competition, starting today. Amateur and professional photographers are asked “to serve as unofficial U.S. ambassadors by submitting iconic images of America that will attract foreign visitors to the USA”. The best submissions will be featured at pictureamerica.usatoday.com as well as at DiscoverAmerica.com, and the winner will be treated to four nights of double-occupancy hotel accommodations in Las Vegas, New Orleans or Orlando. Other prizes include a Kodak ESP 7 All-in-One inkjet printer and a $500 American Express gift card. The contest entry period ends at 11:59pm (E.T.) on May 8, 2009.

Website: Picture America Contest Details At USAToday.com

USA Today and DiscoverAmerica.com have announced a photography competition, starting today. Amateur and professional photographers are asked “to serve as unofficial U.S. ambassadors by submitting iconic images of America that will attract foreign visitors to the USA”. The best submissions will be featured at pictureamerica.usatoday.com as well as at DiscoverAmerica.com…

The 3rd F/STOP International Photography Festival will take place in Leipzig, Germany between 1 - 7 July, and you have until 20 April to send in your work(s). The theme of the competition is “Where Do We Go from Here?”. You can submit up to 3 individual photographs or 3 series on a CD, in JPEG format. The entry fee is €20 per submission.

Website: F/STOP International Photography Festival

The 3rd F/STOP International Photography Festival will take place in Leipzig, Germany between 1 - 7 July, and you have until 20 April to send in your work(s). The theme of the competition is “Where Do We Go from Here?”. You can submit up to 3 individual photographs or …

Festimage International Image Festival, a photography event / competition promoted by the City Council of Chaves, is now accepting entries from all over the world. There are no set topics or themes, and all photographic “genres, styles and concepts” are welcome. Each contestant may submit one work only, in digital form. Works must be sent in from 8 April to 14 May. The winners will be announced on 15 June.

Website: Festimage 2009 Rules

Festimage International Image Festival, a photography event / competition promoted by the City Council of Chaves, is now accepting entries from all over the world. There are no set topics or themes, and all photographic “genres, styles and concepts” are welcome. Each contestant may submit one work only, in digital…

FotoMaps Pro, the commercial version of FotoMaps, can now be yours at half price. FotoMaps is a photo gallery built with flash and XML that lets you put your photos on a map. Use of the software requires no knowledge of Flash or coding. While FotoMaps is free for non-commercial uses, those intending to use the software for a commercial site are required to purchase FotoMaps Pro. The Pro version also offers some extra features to extend the user experience of your photo gallery. PhotographyBLOG readers can now purchase a FotoMaps Pro commercial licence at a 50% discount by typing in photoblog in the “discount code” field at the URL below:

Website: http://www.fotomaps.net/download.html

FotoMaps Pro, the commercial version of FotoMaps, can now be yours at half price. FotoMaps is a photo gallery built with flash and XML that lets you put your photos on a map. Use of the software requires no knowledge of Flash or coding. While FotoMaps is free for non-commercial…

Coke Zone is giving away a Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W270 each day throughout April. All you need to enter the draw is two Coke Zone points, which you’ll get for free upon registration.

Website: Coke Zone

Coke Zone is giving away a Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W270 each day throughout April. All you need to enter the draw is two Coke Zone points, which you’ll get for free upon registration. Website: Coke Zone