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FotoViewr is a new 3D photo gallery site for displaying photos from Flickr, SmugMug, Facebook, and other social networking websites. FotoViewr was born out of someone’s frustration with browsing photos on the web through static web pages that offered a meager user experience at best. FotoViewr aims to change that by providing an amazing experience for viewing photos on the Internet via a highly interactive and engaging 3D interface. Best of all, FotoViewr is completely free of charge.
Website: FotoViewr
FotoViewr is a new 3D photo gallery site for displaying photos from Flickr, SmugMug, Facebook, and other social networking websites. FotoViewr was born out of someone’s frustration with browsing photos on the web through static web pages that offered a meager user experience at best. FotoViewr aims to change that…
Online printing company MOO have just launched an original and creative DIY photo frame. The new MOO Mosaic Photo Frame is essentially a collage made from your own MOO MiniCards, which you can print and order online using your favourite pictures. You arrange your MiniCards behind an acrylic/perspex frame to create a customised frame. The MOO Mosaic Photo Frame costs £19.99 and the size is 42cmx 27cm wide. The frame can be hung vertically or horizontally.
Website: MOO Mosaic Photo Frame
Online printing company MOO have just launched an original and creative DIY photo frame. The new MOO Mosaic Photo Frame is essentially a collage made from your own MOO MiniCards, which you can print and order online using your favourite pictures. You arrange your MiniCards behind an acrylic/perspex frame to…
Inkubook is currently offering free photo albums to Flickr Pro users to celebrate its launch. Inkubook is a collaborative Web site that allows you to create professionally bound, printed photo albums, printed using a high quality HP Indigo printer. To get your free album, you need to sign up for a free Inkubook account by October 15th. You can select any size hardcover or softcover book, and you’re only responsible for paying for shipping.
Inkubook is currently offering free photo albums to Flickr Pro users to celebrate its launch. Inkubook is a collaborative Web site that allows you to create professionally bound, printed photo albums, printed using a high quality HP Indigo printer. To get your free album, you need to sign up for…
Photoshop Elements 7: The Missing Manual provides reader-friendly guidance on how to get the most out of Adobe’s latest consumer imaging application. With the new edition of this bestselling book, you’ll learn everything from the basics of loading photos into Elements to the new online photo-sharing and storage service that Adobe’s offering at Photoshop.com. Author Barbara Brundage explains, “The biggest [change] is Photoshop.com, which lets you upload your photos right from the organizer, create really swell web slideshows with them, back them up online, and even synchronize your albums between your home computer and your Photoshop.com account.” Photoshop Elements 7: The Missing Manual is available now for $44.99 / £27.99.
Photoshop Elements 7: The Missing Manual provides reader-friendly guidance on how to get the most out of Adobe’s latest consumer imaging application. With the new edition of this bestselling book, you’ll learn everything from the basics of loading photos into Elements to the new online photo-sharing and storage service that…
The Fujifilm Student Awards 2009 is now open for entries. The Awards, now in its 24th year, is the longest running and most prestigious student photography awards in the UK. The winner will see their image on the cover of the next edition of Rachel Carson’s revolutionary book Silent Spring, published by Penguin Books. They will also receive £200 worth of Fujifilm Professional film and 25 Penguin Classics titles of their choice.
The Fujifilm Student Awards 2009 is now open for entries. The Awards, now in its 24th year, is the longest running and most prestigious student photography awards in the UK. The winner will see their image on the cover of the next edition of Rachel Carson’s revolutionary book Silent Spring…
The BenQ DC C1060 is a new 10 megapixel camera. The C1060 features a leather hand-grip, 3x optical zoom lens, 2.7 inch LCD screen, anti-shake mode with high ISO of 3200, Smile Catch mode, P/Av/Tv/M modes and video recording with optical zoom. Price and availability of the BenQ DC C1060 to be announced.
The BenQ DC C1060 is a new 10 megapixel camera. The C1060 features a leather hand-grip, 3x optical zoom lens, 2.7 inch LCD screen, anti-shake mode with high ISO of 3200, Smile Catch mode, P/Av/Tv/M modes and video recording with optical zoom. Price and availability of the BenQ DC C106…
AKVIS Sketch 8 converts photos to realistic pencil and watercolor drawings. Version 8 offers includes a Quick Preview window that saves you time when fine-tuning the settings, and adds Exif and IPTC data support. AKVIS Sketch 8 is available as a stand-alone application, as well as a plugin to a photo editor. AKVIS Sketch 8 Home License costs $72 USD / 55 Euros.
AKVIS Sketch 8 converts photos to realistic pencil and watercolor drawings. Version 8 offers includes a Quick Preview window that saves you time when fine-tuning the settings, and adds Exif and IPTC data support. AKVIS Sketch 8 is available as a stand-alone application, as well as a plugin to a…
Casio have released a new firmware update, version 1.01, for the EX-FH20 camera, which has a continuous shooting rate of up to 40fps and records movies at 1000fps. Firmware 1.01 offers improved performance for memory card storage when shooting movies (Class 6 equivalent transfer speed memory card recommended.)
Website: Casio EX-FH20 Firmware Update 1.01
Casio have released a new firmware update, version 1.01, for the EX-FH20 camera, which has a continuous shooting rate of up to 40fps and records movies at 1000fps. Firmware 1.01 offers improved performance for memory card storage when shooting movies (Class 6 equivalent transfer speed memory card recommended.) Website: Casio EX-FH20 Firmware Update 1.01
We’ve just published sample photos and videos taken with the brand new Nikon D90 DSLR camera. The Nikon D90 is the world’s first DSLR camera that can also shoot High Definition video. There are 30 full-sized JPEGs, 6 RAWs and 2 videos for you to download. Our full Nikon D90 review is also now available.
Website: Nikon D90 Photos
We’ve just published sample photos and videos taken with the brand new Nikon D90 DSLR camera. The Nikon D90 is the world’s first DSLR camera that can also shoot High Definition video. There are 30 full-sized JPEGs, 6 RAWs and 2 videos for you to download. Our full Nikon D9…
XDepth Raw is a new file format that functions as both a JPEG and a RAW image. XDepth Raw images are recognized as JPEGs by any software application, but when they’re opened with XDepth-enabled software, the same files are opened as RAW images instead. XDepth Raw claims a 7:1 compression ratio compared to the uncompressed Raw file, which translates into 200Kb for each megapixel of resolution. This new file format can also store up to 72bits/pixel at full high dynamic range. XDepth Raw will make its official debut at the PDN PhotoPlus expo at the end of October.
XDepth Raw is a new file format that functions as both a JPEG and a RAW image. XDepth Raw images are recognized as JPEGs by any software application, but when they’re opened with XDepth-enabled software, the same files are opened as RAW images instead. XDepth Raw claims a 7:1 compression…
Olympus are offering up to £100 off a selection of Four Thirds digital SLR lenses. Ten lenses and a teleconverter are included in this cash back offer, which runs from 1 October 2008 until 31 January 2009. You have to register and send a copy of the purchase receipt and original box barcode to Olympus by 28 February 2009 to receive the cash back via bank transfer.
Olympus are offering up to £100 off a selection of Four Thirds digital SLR lenses. Ten lenses and a teleconverter are included in this cash back offer, which runs from 1 October 2008 until 31 January 2009. You have to register and send a copy of the purchase receipt and…
Calumet has unveiled a new range of new line of supersized digital photo frames. Available in three sizes, 8.4 inches, 10.4 inches and 15 inches, the Calumet digital photo frames are easy to set up, offer remote control operation, and can be placed on a flat surface or hung on a wall. The Calumet Digital Photo Frames retail for $109.99, $179.99 and $279.99. The line of optional interchangeable frames retails from $9.99 to $16.99.
Calumet has unveiled a new range of new line of supersized digital photo frames. Available in three sizes, 8.4 inches, 10.4 inches and 15 inches, the Calumet digital photo frames are easy to set up, offer remote control operation, and can be placed on a flat surface or hung on…
Bob Dylan by Jerry Schatzberg is a new photo exhibition opening at the Proud Central gallery in November. Schatzberg says of Dylan, The collection will be premiering exclusively at Proud Central in London and will be the only opportunity to view this selection of images. “As a photographic subject, Dylan was the best. You just point the camera at him and things happen.” The Bob Dylan by Jerry Schatzberg exhibition runs from 21st November 2008 to 25th January 2009 and entry is free.
Bob Dylan by Jerry Schatzberg is a new photo exhibition opening at the Proud Central gallery in November. Schatzberg says of Dylan, The collection will be premiering exclusively at Proud Central in London and will be the only opportunity to view this selection of images. “As a photographic subject, Dylan…
The Canon PowerShot SX110 IS is a new ultra-zoom camera with a 10x, 36-360mm, image stabilised lens. Replacing the previous SX100 model, the Canon SX110 IS increases the megapixel count from 8 to 9, LCD size from 2.5 to 3 inches, incorporates a more compact and lightweight body, and adds an Easy shooting mode aimed at complete beginners. The Canon PowerShot SX110 IS also has a more attractive price tag, costing substantially less than its predecessor at £239 / $299.99 / 309.99 Euros. Read our latest in-depth review to find out if the Canon SX110 IS is the right camera for you.
Website: Canon PowerShot SX110 IS Review
The Canon PowerShot SX110 IS is a new ultra-zoom camera with a 10x, 36-360mm, image stabilised lens. Replacing the previous SX100 model, the Canon SX110 IS increases the megapixel count from 8 to 9, LCD size from 2.5 to 3 inches, incorporates a more compact and lightweight body, and adds…
The Urban Disguise 35 is a new shoulder bag from Think Tank Photo. Intentionally designed not to look like a camera bag, it can hold up to a 13.3” laptop with a standard-size DSLR or a 10” laptop with a Pro-size DSLR with lens attached. “Whether you are a professional who wishes to maintain a lower profile in potentially dangerous situations or a serious amateur who wishes to lessen the risk of having your gear ripped off, the Urban Disguise’s low profile design allows you to carry the right gear with less fear.” said Think Tank Photo founder and lead designer Doug Murdoch. Think Tank Photo is also dedicating a percentage of U.S. sales of Urban Disguise shoulder bags to Reporters Without Borders USA.
The Urban Disguise 35 is a new shoulder bag from Think Tank Photo. Intentionally designed not to look like a camera bag, it can hold up to a 13.3” laptop with a standard-size DSLR or a 10” laptop with a Pro-size DSLR with lens attached. “Whether you are a professional…
Samsung are giving away a year of 2 for 1 cinema tickets to customers who buy an NV compact camera. The free annual cinema pass provides access up to 165 cinemas across the UK, and is transferable so the whole family can take advantage of the card. This offer is valid in the UK on purchases made between 13th October and 31st December 2008.
Samsung are giving away a year of 2 for 1 cinema tickets to customers who buy an NV compact camera. The free annual cinema pass provides access up to 165 cinemas across the UK, and is transferable so the whole family can take advantage of the card. This offer is…
The carbon 055CX series is the latest addition to Manfrotto’s ‘X’ range of tripods. The 055CX carbon tripod range includes three models, the CXPRO3, CXPRO4 and CX3. The PRO versions offer a choice of 3 or 4 section models, both with a tri-faceted carbon fibre central column. The standard version of the 055CX3 is available in 3 sections. The 055CX3 costs £249.95, the 055CXPRO3 £289.95, and the 055CXPRO4 £299.95.
The carbon 055CX series is the latest addition to Manfrotto’s ‘X’ range of tripods. The 055CX carbon tripod range includes three models, the CXPRO3, CXPRO4 and CX3. The PRO versions offer a choice of 3 or 4 section models, both with a tri-faceted carbon fibre central column. The standard version…
Epson has joined forces with X-Rite to bring together two the R2880 printer and i1Display 2 calibrator in one convenient package. The i1Display 2 offers essential colour control tools, such as ambient check and match, workgroup match, and push-button calibration and validation. Once the image is ready to be printed, the Stylus Photo R2880 matches the colours with impressive accuracy. The Epson R2880 and X-Rite i1Display 2 are available now for £669.99.
Epson has joined forces with X-Rite to bring together two the R2880 printer and i1Display 2 calibrator in one convenient package. The i1Display 2 offers essential colour control tools, such as ambient check and match, workgroup match, and push-button calibration and validation. Once the image is ready to be printed…
The new Olympus E-520 Evolution Kit includes four lenses that cover a 33x zoom focal length range of 9-300mm. The limited edition Evolution Kit also includes the new Olympus FL-50R remote control wireless flash unit,memory cards, a swing bag and other handy accessories. The Olympus E-520 Evolution Kit will become available in limited quantities from October 2008 for £1,499.99.
The new Olympus E-520 Evolution Kit includes four lenses that cover a 33x zoom focal length range of 9-300mm. The limited edition Evolution Kit also includes the new Olympus FL-50R remote control wireless flash unit,memory cards, a swing bag and other handy accessories. The Olympus E-520 Evolution Kit will become…
The new Olympus E-420 Komachi Kit brings together the E-420 body with the ZUIKO DIGITAL 25mm 1:2.8 pancake lens. Also included in the Komachi Kit are a hand-made leather case and strap featuring a fashionable retro design. The Olympus E420 Komachi kit is available in limited quantities and also includes a 1GB CompactFlash memory card, LCD lens protector and a lens cloth, available in October 2008 for £539.99 / $749.99.
The new Olympus E-420 Komachi Kit brings together the E-420 body with the ZUIKO DIGITAL 25mm 1:2.8 pancake lens. Also included in the Komachi Kit are a hand-made leather case and strap featuring a fashionable retro design. The Olympus E420 Komachi kit is available in limited quantities and also includes…