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FilePrint offers low-volume professional quality for photographers at a fraction of the price of conventional printers. FilePrint offers a full range of paper qualities and print sizes up to A0 oversize and can cost-effectively print from a single copy with no set-up charge. Any type of document can be produced, including promotional post cards and price lists, events material, greeting cards, posters and bound portfolios. A choice of delivery services is offered, covering all of the UK.
FilePrint offers low-volume professional quality for photographers at a fraction of the price of conventional printers. FilePrint offers a full range of paper qualities and print sizes up to A0 oversize and can cost-effectively print from a single copy with no set-up charge. Any type of document can be produced…
The Canon PowerShot SX1 IS is a new 20x ultra-zoom digital camera offering an effective focal length of 28-560mm. The big brother of the SX10 IS that we reviewed before Christmas, the Canon SX1 additionally offers full HD movie recording, a CMOS sensor, larger 2.7 inch tilting LCD screen, 4fps continuous shooting, as well as the same 10 megapixels, built-in image stabilisation, and full range of manual shooting modes. It also costs substantially more - £529 / €679.99 to be precise - making it more expensive than most entry-level DSLRs. Gavin Stoker discovered if the Canon SX1 IS is worth splashing out for…
Website: Canon PowerShot SX1 IS Review
The Canon PowerShot SX1 IS is a new 20x ultra-zoom digital camera offering an effective focal length of 28-560mm. The big brother of the SX10 IS that we reviewed before Christmas, the Canon SX1 additionally offers full HD movie recording, a CMOS sensor, larger 2.7 inch tilting LCD screen, 4fps…
Panorado from Simple Software is an image viewer and browser featuring innovative mouse interaction. Version 4.0 of Panorado supports panoramic image viewing, image metadata, geocoding (GPS), and managing large amounts of images. It also adds HDR image viewing (High Dynamic Range), RAW camera file formats, and an improved and extended Organizer tool. Panorado 4.0 costs £19.99, and a free 30-day trial is available. Customers who bought a Panorado 3.3 license after 01/01/2008 can upgrade to version 4.0 for free before 03/31/2009.
Website: Panorado 4.0
Panorado from Simple Software is an image viewer and browser featuring innovative mouse interaction. Version 4.0 of Panorado supports panoramic image viewing, image metadata, geocoding (GPS), and managing large amounts of images. It also adds HDR image viewing (High Dynamic Range), RAW camera file formats, and an improved and extended…
NKRemote 1.0 is a new remote capture software program for Nikon DSLR cameras. Released by Breeze Systems, NKRemote currently supports the Nikon D3, D700, D300, D90 and D200. It allows you to control Nikon DSLR cameras from a PC, display live images on a PC screen, autofocus and manually control focus from a PC, plus comprehensive time lapse control. NKRemote 1.0 runs on Windows XP or Windows Vista and is available now priced at $95. A 15 day free trial version is available.
NKRemote 1.0 is a new remote capture software program for Nikon DSLR cameras. Released by Breeze Systems, NKRemote currently supports the Nikon D3, D700, D300, D90 and D200. It allows you to control Nikon DSLR cameras from a PC, display live images on a PC screen, autofocus and manually control…
ExpoImaging have lowered the price of the Ray Flash Adapter by $100 to $199.95. The Ray Flash Adapter is a portable adapter for shoe-mount flash units that replicates the unique lighting effect of studio ring flash units. “The Ray Flash has been incredibly well received by the photography community, as it is easy to use and produces fantastic results,” said Erik Sowder, President of ExpoImaging. “We expect that the new price point will open the door for even more photographers to benefit from the product and enhance their out-of-studio photo shoots.” Current models of the Ray Flash are designed to fit the Canon 580EX (MKI & MKII) and Nikon SB800 flash units, and it can also be adapted to fit other flash models.
ExpoImaging have lowered the price of the Ray Flash Adapter by $100 to $199.95. The Ray Flash Adapter is a portable adapter for shoe-mount flash units that replicates the unique lighting effect of studio ring flash units. “The Ray Flash has been incredibly well received by the photography community, as…
Olympus Europe is offering all purchasers of the award winning E-3 DSLR camera one of five free products, worth up to €888. You can choose from the following products:
- ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm 1:4.0-5.6 lens (worth €599)
- ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 50mm 1:2.0 (100mm) Macro lens (worth €599)
- ZUIKO DIGITAL 25mm 1:2.8 pancake-type lens, FL-36R wireless flash and Swing Bag (worth €537.90)
- FL-50R Flash (worth €529)
- SRF-11 Ring Flash Set (worth €888)
To qualify for the Olympus E-3 “Rev up your system” promotion, purchase a new E-3 (body only or any kit) between 1 January and 31 March 2009, register it and claim online by 30 April 2009.
Olympus Europe is offering all purchasers of the award winning E-3 DSLR camera one of five free products, worth up to €888. You can choose from the following products: - ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm 1:4.0-5.6 lens (worth €599) - ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 50mm 1:2.0 (100mm) Macro lens (worth €599) -…
Olympus UK is giving away a free power grip, wireless flash or a Swing Bag with the new E-30 DSLR. To be eligible for the free HLD-4 power grip or an FL-36R wireless flash, current owners of an E-System camera need to purchase a new E-30 (body only or any kit), register online, and stake their claim by 31st March 2009. For the free E-System Swing Bag, anyone can sign up online by 28th February, then purchase a new E-30 (body only or any kit) and register it by 31st March 2009.
Olympus UK is giving away a free power grip, wireless flash or a Swing Bag with the new E-30 DSLR. To be eligible for the free HLD-4 power grip or an FL-36R wireless flash, current owners of an E-System camera need to purchase a new E-30 (body only or any…
The free XDepth Raw Converter converts RAW files to the new jpeg-compatible XDepth Raw file format. XDepth Raw is a new file format that functions as both a JPEG and a RAW image. XDepth Raw Converter is a professional-grade raw development software featuring a fully High Dynamic Range 96bit/pixel floating point rendering engine. The XDepth Raw Converter also works with 48bit/pixel images by loading and saving Tiff, PNG and XDepth 48 file formats. XDepth Raw Converter is available completely free of charge for both personal and professional use.
The free XDepth Raw Converter converts RAW files to the new jpeg-compatible XDepth Raw file format. XDepth Raw is a new file format that functions as both a JPEG and a RAW image. XDepth Raw Converter is a professional-grade raw development software featuring a fully High Dynamic Range 96bit/pixel floating…
The HP Photosmart B8550 is a new 13x19 / A3 printer aimed at the photographer on a budget. Retailing for just $299, the HP B8550 can print everything from 4 x 6-inch album snapshots up to large posters in both black-and-white and colour, whilst being able to comfortably fit on your office desk. Jon Canfield finds out if the HP Photosmart B8550 is worth considering…
Website: HP Photosmart B8550 Review
The HP Photosmart B8550 is a new 13x19 / A3 printer aimed at the photographer on a budget. Retailing for just $299, the HP B8550 can print everything from 4 x 6-inch album snapshots up to large posters in both black-and-white and colour, whilst being able to comfortably fit on…
Nikon UK has announced price increased across its range of photographic products. The increases have been made as a direct result of the “volatile exchange rate conditions”, with pricing continuing to be reviewed on a regular basis. The Nikon D300 now costs £1279.99, the D700 is £2099.99, D3 is £3599.99 and D3x (pictured) a whopping £5999.99.
Website: Download the Full Nikon UK Price List - January 2009
Nikon UK has announced price increased across its range of photographic products. The increases have been made as a direct result of the “volatile exchange rate conditions”, with pricing continuing to be reviewed on a regular basis. The Nikon D300 now costs £1279.99, the D700 is £2099.99, D3 is £3599.9…
The new Pretec CFast Storage Card combines the speed of the SATA interface with the small size of CompactFlash. Capable of transfer speeds up to 160MB/s, about 300% faster than the fastest CF card available today, the Pretec CFast Storage Card is the smallest SATA interfaced SSD in the world. The Pretec CFast Storage Card is available now in 32GB, with 64GB capacity to be released soon. The only catch for digital camera owners is that no digital camera currently accepts the CFast standard…
The new Pretec CFast Storage Card combines the speed of the SATA interface with the small size of CompactFlash. Capable of transfer speeds up to 160MB/s, about 300% faster than the fastest CF card available today, the Pretec CFast Storage Card is the smallest SATA interfaced SSD in the world…
Photos on TV 3 creates a personalised slideshow of your photographs to share on a TV screen. X-OOM Photos on TV 3 offers over 1,000 music tracks, speech effects, animations and text effects to edit images. Google Earth sequences can be included, using the screenshots and zoom-in videos to create a bird’s eye view of a holiday or travel destination. X-OOM Photos on TV 3 is available now for £19.99.
Photos on TV 3 creates a personalised slideshow of your photographs to share on a TV screen. X-OOM Photos on TV 3 offers over 1,000 music tracks, speech effects, animations and text effects to edit images. Google Earth sequences can be included, using the screenshots and zoom-in videos to create…
The ProKit Flash Accessory Pack from SpeedLightProKit is aimed at professionals and enthusiasts who want to get the most out of flash lighting. The kit consists of a reflector hood that fastens to the flash light with a non slip Velcro strap, a diffuser panel and a large honeycomb panel, both of which fit into the reflector and two smaller honeycombs each with their own hood. The ProKit Flash Accessory Pack is available now, priced at £79.95 plus postage.
The ProKit Flash Accessory Pack from SpeedLightProKit is aimed at professionals and enthusiasts who want to get the most out of flash lighting. The kit consists of a reflector hood that fastens to the flash light with a non slip Velcro strap, a diffuser panel and a large honeycomb panel…
The Transcend P8 is a new USB memory card reader that supports the high-speed Ultra DMA transfer mode. The P8 directly accepts the most popular memory cards currently available, and is available in black and white versions. The Transcend P8 also comes with free photo recovery software that features quick and easy previews of recoverable data.
The Transcend P8 is a new USB memory card reader that supports the high-speed Ultra DMA transfer mode. The P8 directly accepts the most popular memory cards currently available, and is available in black and white versions. The Transcend P8 also comes with free photo recovery software that features quick…
The new Polaroid PoGo is an all-in-one digital camera and printer. You can take a picture with the Polaroid PoGo, then print it in less than 60 seconds as a full-color, 2x3-inch print. “This is the digital version of our traditional instant camera, which consumers have loved since the 70s,” says Jon Pollock, vice president and general manager, Digital Imaging. “With this product, Polaroid will bring the magic of instant photography to a whole new generation.” The Polaroid PoGo Instant Digital Camera will be available in March 2009 for $199.
The new Polaroid PoGo is an all-in-one digital camera and printer. You can take a picture with the Polaroid PoGo, then print it in less than 60 seconds as a full-color, 2x3-inch print. “This is the digital version of our traditional instant camera, which consumers have loved since the 70s,”…
The new Epson Perfection V30 is an affordable yet high-quality flatbed scanner. The Epson V30 offers a resolution of 4800 x 9600 dpi with 48-bit color scanning and 3.2 dynamic range, and the same CCD sensor technology used in higher-end Epson scanners. The V30 has no warm-up time, fast scan speeds and lower power consumption due to Epson’s energy-efficient exclusive ReadyScan LED technology. The Epson V30 is now available for $79.99 / £68.50.
The new Epson Perfection V30 is an affordable yet high-quality flatbed scanner. The Epson V30 offers a resolution of 4800 x 9600 dpi with 48-bit color scanning and 3.2 dynamic range, and the same CCD sensor technology used in higher-end Epson scanners. The V30 has no warm-up time, fast scan…
The new Olympus mju 9000, mju 7000 and mju 5000 cameras offer zoom ranges from 5x up to 10x in a stylish and compact design. The Olympus 9000 (also known as the Stylus 9000) has a 10x wide optical zoom (28-280mm), 12 megapixels, 2.7 inch LCD screen, and Dual Image Stabilisation. The Olympus 7000 (also known as the Stylus 7000) has a 7x wide optical zoom (37-260mm), 12 megapixels, 3 inch LCD screen, and Smile Shot function. The Olympus 5000 (Europe only) has a 5x wide optical zoom (37-260mm), 12 megapixels, 2.7 inch LCD screen, and Perfect Shot Preview. The Olympus mju 9000 / Stylus 9000 will cost £310 / $349.99, the Olympus mju 7000 / Stylus 7000 £260 / $299.99 and the Olympus mju 5000 £220.
The new Olympus mju 9000, mju 7000 and mju 5000 cameras offer zoom ranges from 5x up to 10x in a stylish and compact design. The Olympus 9000 (also known as the Stylus 9000) has a 10x wide optical zoom (28-280mm), 12 megapixels, 2.7 inch LCD screen, and Dual Image…
The Olympus mju Tough 8000 and mju Tough 6000 are new waterproof, shockproof and freezeproof cameras. Both the 12 megapixel mju Tough 8000 (also known as the Stylus Tough 8000) and the 10 megapixel mju Tough 6000 (also known as the Stylus Tough 6000) feature a 3.6x wide zoom lens (28-102mm), Dual Image Stabilisation and TAP Control which allows the cameras to be operated by taps on the casing. The Tough 8000 is shockproof to 2m, waterproof to 10m, crushproof to 100kg and freezeproof to -10°C, and the Tough 600 is shockproof to 1.5m, waterproof to 3m and freezeproof to -10°C. The Olympus mju Tough 8000 / Stylus Tough 8000 will be available mid-January for £340 / $399.99, and the Olympus mju Tough 6000 / Stylus Tough 6000 in early February for £280 / $299.99.
The Olympus mju Tough 8000 and mju Tough 6000 are new waterproof, shockproof and freezeproof cameras. Both the 12 megapixel mju Tough 8000 (also known as the Stylus Tough 8000) and the 10 megapixel mju Tough 6000 (also known as the Stylus Tough 6000) feature a 3.6x wide zoom lens…
The new Olympus mju 550WP camera is waterproof to depths of up to 3 metres. The 10 megapixel Olympus 550WP (also known as the Stylus 550WP) offers a 3x optical zoom lens, 2.5 inch LCD screen, Intelligent Auto Mode, Perfect Shot Preview and Digital Image Stabilisation. Available in blue, white or black, the Olympus mju 550WP / Stylus 550WP will be available from early February 2009 for $199.99.
The new Olympus mju 550WP camera is waterproof to depths of up to 3 metres. The 10 megapixel Olympus 550WP (also known as the Stylus 550WP) offers a 3x optical zoom lens, 2.5 inch LCD screen, Intelligent Auto Mode, Perfect Shot Preview and Digital Image Stabilisation. Available in blue, white…
The Olympus FE-5000, FE-3010 and FE-45 are new additions to the FE-series of entry-level digital cameras. The FE5000 has 10 megapixels, 5x optical zoom, 2.7 inch LCD screen, metal body and Dual Image Stabilisation . The FE3010 features 12 megapixels, 3x optical zoom, metal body and a 2.7 inch LCD screen. The FE45 has 10 megapixels, 3x optical zoom and a 2.5 inch LCD screen. The Olympus FE-5000 (black and gold - £150) and Olympus FE-45 (gold, black and deep blue - £100) will be available in late January, and the Olympus FE-3010 (gold, magenta or black - $149.99 / £130) in early March 2009.
The Olympus FE-5000, FE-3010 and FE-45 are new additions to the FE-series of entry-level digital cameras. The FE5000 has 10 megapixels, 5x optical zoom, 2.7 inch LCD screen, metal body and Dual Image Stabilisation . The FE3010 features 12 megapixels, 3x optical zoom, metal body and a 2.7 inch LCD…