Category: Photography Blog
We have some exclusive photos taken with a production version of the new 24.5 megapixel Nikon D3x DSLR camera that was announced this morning. Our Nikon D3x photos show off the camera’s ISO performance throughout the range, with all images available as large/fine JPEGs. We’ll also add the RAW files when a program is released that can actually open them (Nikon’s own software won’t be updated until the end of the month). So click the link below to find out what an ISO 6400, 24.5 megapixel image from a £5,500 camera really looks like…
Website: Nikon D3x Photos
We have some exclusive photos taken with a production version of the new 24.5 megapixel Nikon D3x DSLR camera that was announced this morning. Our Nikon D3x photos show off the camera’s ISO performance throughout the range, with all images available as large/fine JPEGs. We’ll also add the RAW files…
The entry-level camera market is a cut-throat world, with falling prices and improving specifications making DSLR photography more affordable than ever before. Enter stage left the new Pentax K-m (also known as the Pentax K2000), a small, light and simplified camera aimed squarely at beginners to SLR photography. Costing a wallet-friendly £399.99 / $699 with the new smc DA-L 18-55 lens (and flash in the US), the 10 megapixel Pentax Km is one of the smallest DSLRs available, yet still offers a host of impressive features. These include a built-in anti-shake system, dust-removal, Auto Picture mode, and 3.5 frames per second continuous shooting speed. Can the Pentax K-m make an impression and challenge the likes of the Nikon D60, Canon EOS 1000D, Sony A200 and Olympus E-420? Mark Goldstein finds out…
Website: Pentax K-m Review
The entry-level camera market is a cut-throat world, with falling prices and improving specifications making DSLR photography more affordable than ever before. Enter stage left the new Pentax K-m (also known as the Pentax K2000), a small, light and simplified camera aimed squarely at beginners to SLR photography. Costing a…
We’ve just published sample photos taken with a production version of the brand new Canon EOS 5D Mark II DSLR camera. The Canon EOS 5D Mark II is the world’s first DSLR camera that can shoot full High Definition video. There are 40 full-sized JPEGs and 6 RAWs for you to download. Our full Canon EOS 5D Mark II review is now available.
Website: Canon EOS 5D Mark II Photos
We’ve just published sample photos taken with a production version of the brand new Canon EOS 5D Mark II DSLR camera. The Canon EOS 5D Mark II is the world’s first DSLR camera that can shoot full High Definition video. There are 40 full-sized JPEGs and 6 RAWs for you…
The Digital IXUS 870 IS is a brand new addition to Canon’s style-led IXUS camera range (called the SD880 IS Digital ELPH in the USA). Replacing the Digital IXUS 860 IS, the 10 megapixel Canon 870 IS model features a wide-angle (28mm) stabilised 4x optical zoom lens, 3 inch LCD screen and employs Canon’s new DIGIC 4 processor. Priced at $299.99 / £269.99 / €349.99, Zoltan Arva-Toth finds out if the Canon Digital IXUS 870 IS / Canon SD880 IS Digital ELPH is worth giving thanks for…
Website: Canon Digital IXUS 870 IS Review
The Digital IXUS 870 IS is a brand new addition to Canon’s style-led IXUS camera range (called the SD880 IS Digital ELPH in the USA). Replacing the Digital IXUS 860 IS, the 10 megapixel Canon 870 IS model features a wide-angle (28mm) stabilised 4x optical zoom lens, 3 inch LCD…
With the Thanksgiving holiday and Black Friday just a few days away, and only a few weeks until Christmas arrives, it’s time to start thinking about what you are going to buy the photographer in your life, even if that’s you! We’ve looked back over all the products that we’ve reviewed during 2008 and picked our favourites, including compact cameras, DSLRs, accessories and software to suit all budgets. So, somewhat in advance, Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas!
Website: Holiday Gift Guide 2008
With the Thanksgiving holiday and Black Friday just a few days away, and only a few weeks until Christmas arrives, it’s time to start thinking about what you are going to buy the photographer in your life, even if that’s you! We’ve looked back over all the products that we’ve…
Is it a compact camera? Is it a DSLR? No, its the new Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 “digital interchangeable lens camera”. Panasonic have quickly brought to market the World’s first Micro Four Thirds camera, which aims to marry the Live View experience of a point-and-shoot compact with the image quality and format of a DSLR, all in a compact package that sits somewhere between the two. Mark Goldstein finds out if the Panasonic G1 is the break-through camera that Panasonic are hoping for…
Website: Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 Review
Is it a compact camera? Is it a DSLR? No, its the new Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 “digital interchangeable lens camera”. Panasonic have quickly brought to market the World’s first Micro Four Thirds camera, which aims to marry the Live View experience of a point-and-shoot compact with the image quality and…
Visual Similarity Duplicate Image Finder is an inexpensive software application that finds similar and duplicate photos on your computer, saving you hours of time. It uses advanced algorithms to find similar pictures in a way that a human does, even if they are in different image formats, different bit depth and image sizes. The Pro version even supports RAW files from most popular cameras. Jon Canfield used Visual Similarity Duplicate Image Finder to discover just how many multiple versions he’d created over the years…
Visual Similarity Duplicate Image Finder is an inexpensive software application that finds similar and duplicate photos on your computer, saving you hours of time. It uses advanced algorithms to find similar pictures in a way that a human does, even if they are in different image formats, different bit depth…
We’ve just published sample photos taken with a production version of the new Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1, the World’s first Micro Four Thirds camera. There are 40 full-sized JPEGs and 6 RAWs for you to download. Our full Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 review will be published very soon…
Website: Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 Sample Images
We’ve just published sample photos taken with a production version of the new Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1, the World’s first Micro Four Thirds camera. There are 40 full-sized JPEGs and 6 RAWs for you to download. Our full Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 review will be published very soon… Website: Panasonic Lumix DMC-G…
The new Casio EXILIM Pro EX-FH20 compact camera is all about raw speed, offering a continuous shooting rate of up to 40fps, and movie recording at 1000fps. In direct comparison, most other cameras in its class can shoot at up to 3 fps for stills, and 30fps for video. Admittedly there’s a drop in quality to attain such fast shooting - from 9 to 7 megapixels for stills, and down to 224×56 pixel movies - but the bridge-style EX-FH20 still has a number of tempting features. In addition to the sensible 9 megapixel resolution, there’s a 20x, 26-520mm ultra-zoom lens, 3 inch LCD screen, 1cm macro mode and RAW file support. Is the Casio EX-FH20 the ultimate ultra-zoom camera? Gavin Stoker found out…
Website: Casio EXILIM Pro EX-FH20 Review
The new Casio EXILIM Pro EX-FH20 compact camera is all about raw speed, offering a continuous shooting rate of up to 40fps, and movie recording at 1000fps. In direct comparison, most other cameras in its class can shoot at up to 3 fps for stills, and 30fps for video. Admittedly…
PhotoFrame 4 from onOne Software adds realistic film and darkroom edge effects to your images. You can also add artistic edges like torn paper, brush strokes or create full-on layouts with backgrounds, textures and adornments. Photo Frame 4 includes over 200 new frames developed by pro photographers, a frame library with library management options, updated user-interface, and new output options for added user control. Jon Canfield tested out the Pro version of PhotoFrame 4.
Website: PhotoFrame 4 Pro Review
PhotoFrame 4 from onOne Software adds realistic film and darkroom edge effects to your images. You can also add artistic edges like torn paper, brush strokes or create full-on layouts with backgrounds, textures and adornments. Photo Frame 4 includes over 200 new frames developed by pro photographers, a frame library…
The Canon PowerShot SX10 IS is the newest 20x ultra-zoom camera on the block, and the first such model from Canon. Offering a massive focal length of 28-560mm, the Canon SX10 also features a sensible 10 megapixels, built-in image stabilisation, tilting 2.5 inch LCD screen, and a full range of manual shooting modes. Gavin Stoker ventured out into the murky grey world of a British winter to find out what the PowerShot SX10 IS has to offer.
Website: Canon PowerShot SX10 IS Review
The Canon PowerShot SX10 IS is the newest 20x ultra-zoom camera on the block, and the first such model from Canon. Offering a massive focal length of 28-560mm, the Canon SX10 also features a sensible 10 megapixels, built-in image stabilisation, tilting 2.5 inch LCD screen, and a full range of…
Sharpener Pro 3 is a brand new version of Nik Software’s application for sharpening your photos. Effectively replacing Photoshop’s Unsharp Mask, version 3 of Sharpener Pro now features U Point technology for selectively sharpening objects, removing the need to create complicated selections and layer masks. Other new features offered by Sharpener Pro 3 include soft-proofing and compatibility with Adobe Photoshop’s Smart Objects. Jon Canfield discovers if it’s really worth spending $199.95 on Sharpener Pro 3.
Website: Sharpener Pro 3 Review
Sharpener Pro 3 is a brand new version of Nik Software’s application for sharpening your photos. Effectively replacing Photoshop’s Unsharp Mask, version 3 of Sharpener Pro now features U Point technology for selectively sharpening objects, removing the need to create complicated selections and layer masks. Other new features offered by…
The Canon E1 is the first model in a brand new series of PowerShot compact cameras, designed by women for women. The PowerShot E1 has a new curvaceous design and is available in White, Pink or Blue. A new Easy Mode promises to allow even complete beginners to take great photos with ease, and there’s also a 10 megapixel sensor, 4x zoom stabilized lens and 2.5 inch LCD screen on offer. Our intrepid reviewer, Zoltan Arva-Toth, discovers if the Canon PowerShot E1 can also be safely used by men in our latest in-depth review.
Website: Canon PowerShot E1 Review
The Canon E1 is the first model in a brand new series of PowerShot compact cameras, designed by women for women. The PowerShot E1 has a new curvaceous design and is available in White, Pink or Blue. A new Easy Mode promises to allow even complete beginners to take great…
Adobe Photoshop is the undisputed heavyweight of the imaging software world, but for a lot of photographers, its multitude of features can prove to be a hindrance rather than a help. Enter Photoshop Elements 7, the latest version of Adobe’s best-selling consumer photo-editing software that aims to offer the things that you really need at a fraction of the price of its big brother. With a wallet-friendly price of £65 ex Vat / $99.99, is Elements 7 the right photo editor for these troubled financial times? Jon Canfield takes you on a guided tour of all the new additions.
Website: Adobe Photoshop Elements 7 Review
Adobe Photoshop is the undisputed heavyweight of the imaging software world, but for a lot of photographers, its multitude of features can prove to be a hindrance rather than a help. Enter Photoshop Elements 7, the latest version of Adobe’s best-selling consumer photo-editing software that aims to offer the things…
Canon USA’s camera evangelist Chuck Westfall has kindly agreed to answer your questions about all things Canon-related. Simply post your question in the Comments section (click the Comments link below) and keep them on-topic. You have until this Sunday (26th October) to ask what you’ve always wanted to know, and then Chuck will answer them next week.
Update: Chuck has now answered all 84 questions that you submitted; his answers have been added to the end of each comment. Please join me in thanking Chuck for taking part in this question and answer session.
Canon USA’s camera evangelist Chuck Westfall has kindly agreed to answer your questions about all things Canon-related. Simply post your question in the Comments section (click the Comments link below) and keep them on-topic. You have until this Sunday (26th October) to ask what you’ve always wanted to know, and…
The winners of the October 2008 PhotographyBLOG Competition have been selected by a panel of judges. The theme for October was “Hands” - you can view all of the entries in this gallery. Here are the 5 winners:
1st Place
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Prize: 1 copy of Powerretouche Full Pro Pack
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The winners of the October 2008 PhotographyBLOG Competition have been selected by a panel of judges. The theme for October was “Hands” - you can view all of the entries in this gallery. Here are the 5 winners: 1st Placegenerations by smarti77 Prize: 1 copy of Powerretouche Full Pro Pack…
If you’re looking for a pocket camera that complements or even replaces your DSLR, then the new Canon PowerShot G10 and Nikon Coolpix P6000 should be high on your list. But which one is the best? Find out now by reading our in-depth head to head review.
Website: Canon G10 V Nikon P6000 Review
If you’re looking for a pocket camera that complements or even replaces your DSLR, then the new Canon PowerShot G10 and Nikon Coolpix P6000 should be high on your list. But which one is the best? Find out now by reading our in-depth head to head review. Website: Canon G1…
The new Nikon Coolpix P6000 is a serious compact camera, with a wealth of features on offer to tempt the enthusiast. Built-in GPS support, LAN connectivity, RAW file format, and a 28mm wide-angle lens are the headline-grabbers, plus there are a number of more subtle touches including a DSLR-like handgrip, optical viewfinder, flash hotshoe, and not forgetting the 13.5 megapixel resolution. Does all of this add up to make the Nikon P6000 the ultimate prosumer digicam, and can it challenge the likes of the Canon PowerShot G10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3? Mark Goldstein braved the icy London weather to find out…
Website: Nikon Coolpix P6000 Review
The new Nikon Coolpix P6000 is a serious compact camera, with a wealth of features on offer to tempt the enthusiast. Built-in GPS support, LAN connectivity, RAW file format, and a 28mm wide-angle lens are the headline-grabbers, plus there are a number of more subtle touches including a DSLR-like handgrip…
The brand new PowerShot G10 is the most expensive and most feature-rich model in Canon’s extensive range of compact cameras. The G-series has long been the preserve of the keen enthusiast looking for a serious photographic tool that can still be easily slipped into a coat pocket. The new Canon G10 continues that tradition, adding even more advanced features into the mix, including a bigger 14.7 megapixel sensor, higher resolution 3 inch LCD screen, 5x wide-angle zoom lens, and dedicated Exposure Compensation dial. It also retains all of the key photographer-friendly features from the G9 - RAW format, PASM shooting modes, optical viewfinder, flash hotshoe and image stabilisation are all present and correct. With a recommended price-tag of £449 / $499, does the Canon PowerShot G10 offer enough to justify the expense? Mark Goldstein found out…
Website: Canon PowerShot G10 Review
The brand new PowerShot G10 is the most expensive and most feature-rich model in Canon’s extensive range of compact cameras. The G-series has long been the preserve of the keen enthusiast looking for a serious photographic tool that can still be easily slipped into a coat pocket. The new Canon…
We’ve just published sample photos and a video taken with the brand new Canon PowerShot G10 compact camera. The Canon PowerShot G10 features a 14.7 megapixel sensor and 5x, 28-140mm zoom. There are 40 full-sized JPEGs, 9 RAWs and 1 video for you to download. Our full Canon PowerShot G10 review will be published very soon…
Website: Canon PowerShot G10 Photos
We’ve just published sample photos and a video taken with the brand new Canon PowerShot G10 compact camera. The Canon PowerShot G10 features a 14.7 megapixel sensor and 5x, 28-140mm zoom. There are 40 full-sized JPEGs, 9 RAWs and 1 video for you to download. Our full Canon PowerShot G1…