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Announced just last week, the HP B8850 is a new, competitively priced 13 inch / A3 photo printer aimed squarely at the keen amateur photographer. The B8850 offers a very similar specification to its well-received big brother, the B9180, whilst cutting features that most users won’t need to bring the price down. Is the HP B8850 a veritable bargain, or does it cut too many corners? Jon Canfield finds out, as we bring you the World’s first ever review of the HP Photosmart Pro B8850 printer.
Website: HP B8850 Review
Announced just last week, the HP B8850 is a new, competitively priced 13 inch / A3 photo printer aimed squarely at the keen amateur photographer. The B8850 offers a very similar specification to its well-received big brother, the B9180, whilst cutting features that most users won’t need to bring the…
The new Olympus Type M+ xD-Picture Card is up to 1.5 times faster than Type M xD-Picture Cards when used with Olympus digital cameras. Type M+ the only xD-Picture Card that supports the exclusive Olympus Panorama, 3D and Art modes. Available as M-XD1GMP (1GB) and M-XD2GMP (2GB), Type M+ xD-Picture Card also enable longer movie recording times in 640X480/SHQ (30fps) mode.
The new Olympus Type M+ xD-Picture Card is up to 1.5 times faster than Type M xD-Picture Cards when used with Olympus digital cameras. Type M+ the only xD-Picture Card that supports the exclusive Olympus Panorama, 3D and Art modes. Available as M-XD1GMP (1GB) and M-XD2GMP (2GB), Type M+ xD-Picture…
CorelDRAW Graphics Suite X4 offers more than 50 new and significantly enhanced features. “The end result is CorelDRAW Graphics Suite X4 - a suite that provides users with easy-to-use tools that deliver outstanding results, while also having a dramatic and positive impact on their day to day productivity”. said Gérard Métrailler, director, product management, graphics at Corel. CorelDRAW Graphics Suite X4 will be available across Europe for a suggested retail price of £329 for the full version and £149 for the upgrade (excluding VAT).
CorelDRAW Graphics Suite X4 offers more than 50 new and significantly enhanced features. “The end result is CorelDRAW Graphics Suite X4 - a suite that provides users with easy-to-use tools that deliver outstanding results, while also having a dramatic and positive impact on their day to day productivity”. said Gérard…
The latest round of Kingston’s “Critique My Image” series has just been published. This part of Kingston’s ‘Icons of Photography’ microsite allows you to have your images reviewed by some of the best photographers in the world. “The continued positive response demonstrates the benefits of the Icons program educating consumers on Kingston Flash memory. The Icons have said sharing so much of their knowledge and experience with digital photographers of all levels is tremendously rewarding.” said Jaja Lin, Flash product marketing manager, Kingston.
The latest round of Kingston’s “Critique My Image” series has just been published. This part of Kingston’s ‘Icons of Photography’ microsite allows you to have your images reviewed by some of the best photographers in the world. “The continued positive response demonstrates the benefits of the Icons program educating consumers…
PhotographyBLOG’s PMA 2008 Report is now open for business. The Photo Marketing Association (PMA) Annual Convention and Trade Show takes place this year in Las Vegas, USA, from 29th January - 2nd February 2008. PMA is the world’s largest annual photo imaging trade show, where all the major photography manufacturers unveil their new product line-ups for 2008 and beyond. Just like last year, PhotographyBLOG will cover PMA live from the show floor. There are a lot of announcements both in the weeks leading up to PMA and during the 3 days of the show itself, all of which are included in our PMA 2008 Report. To help you keep track of everything that’s going on, this page contains links to all of the latest product announcements. You can also signup for our email Newsletter or subscribe to our RSS feed, which will keep you up to date with everything that is happening before, during and after PMA 2008.
Website: PMA 2008 Report
PhotographyBLOG’s PMA 2008 Report is now open for business. The Photo Marketing Association (PMA) Annual Convention and Trade Show takes place this year in Las Vegas, USA, from 29th January - 2nd February 2008. PMA is the world’s largest annual photo imaging trade show, where all the major photography manufacturers…
Tamron are releasing a new version of their popular 70-300mm telephoto lens that’s compatible with the Nikon D40/D40x DSLRs. The revamped AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro 1:2 lens will have a built-in motor AF system. The price of the new Tamron 70-300mm for Nikon in the US is $189.00 and it will ship this week. It will be launched in Japan on February 1st 2008.
Tamron are releasing a new version of their popular 70-300mm telephoto lens that’s compatible with the Nikon D40/D40x DSLRs. The revamped AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro 1:2 lens will have a built-in motor AF system. The price of the new Tamron 70-300mm for Nikon in the US is $189.0…
The new Olympus SP-570 UZ features a 20x zoom equivalent to 26-520mm, the world’s longest zoom lens on a compact digital camera. Dual Image Stabilisation helps eliminate blur associated with camera shake to deliver sharper images, and there’s a larger 2.7 inch LCD screen and increased 10 megapixel resolution. Other highlights of the SP-570 include High ISO Settings, Face Detection Technology, Shadow Adjustment Technology, and TruePic III. The Olympus SP-570 UZ will be available to buy in March for £389.99.
The new Olympus SP-570 UZ features a 20x zoom equivalent to 26-520mm, the world’s longest zoom lens on a compact digital camera. Dual Image Stabilisation helps eliminate blur associated with camera shake to deliver sharper images, and there’s a larger 2.7 inch LCD screen and increased 10 megapixel resolution. Other…
The new Olympus mju 1020 digital camera will be released in Europe and the USA (but not in the UK). The mju 1020 offers a 7x optical zoom (equiv. to 37-260mm), 10.1 megapixels and a 2.7 inch LCD screen. It features a slim, metallic body in a choice of Starry Silver and Midnight Black. The main difference between the 1020 and the 1010 models is the new HyperCrystal II LCD screen, which is 4 times brighter than ordinary LCDs. Price and availability of the Olympus mju 1020 to be announced.
The new Olympus mju 1020 digital camera will be released in Europe and the USA (but not in the UK). The mju 1020 offers a 7x optical zoom (equiv. to 37-260mm), 10.1 megapixels and a 2.7 inch LCD screen. It features a slim, metallic body in a choice of Starry…
The new Olympus mju 1010 and mju 840 digital cameras offer a 7x and 5x optical zoom lens respectively. Both models offer Dual Image Stabilisation, which helps protect against blur caused by camera shake, and feature a large 2.7 inch LCD screen. As the names suggest, the Olympus mju 1010 is a 10 megapixel camera, and the mju 840 an 8 megapixel camera. The Olympus mju 1010 and mju 840 will be available from February 2008 at recommended prices of £229.99 and £199.99 respectively.
The new Olympus mju 1010 and mju 840 digital cameras offer a 7x and 5x optical zoom lens respectively. Both models offer Dual Image Stabilisation, which helps protect against blur caused by camera shake, and feature a large 2.7 inch LCD screen. As the names suggest, the Olympus mju 101…
The Olympus mju 1030 SW and mju 850 SW digital cameras are new additions to the successful Olympus shock and waterproof camera range. Both models offer protection against falls, water immersion and the freezing cold. The Olympus mju 1030 SW is waterproof to a depth of 10m, shockproof against falls to 2m, freezeproof to temperatures as low as -10°C and crushproof to weights of up to 100kg. The mju 1030 SW has a 3.6x wide zoom lens (28-102mm), 10.1 megapixel sensor and 2.7 inch screen. The cheaper 8 megapixel mju 850 SW is waterproof to 3m, shockproof to 1.5m, and freezeproof to -10°C. They will be available from February 2008 at recommended prices of £319.99 for the Olympus mju 1030 SW and £229.99 for the Olympus mju 850 SW.
The Olympus mju 1030 SW and mju 850 SW digital cameras are new additions to the successful Olympus shock and waterproof camera range. Both models offer protection against falls, water immersion and the freezing cold. The Olympus mju 1030 SW is waterproof to a depth of 10m, shockproof against falls…
The Olympus FE-350, FE-340 and FE-310 are new entry-level digital compact cameras. All three models offer 8 megapixel resolution, with the FE-310 and FE-350 having 5x optical zoom lenses (36-180mm) and the FE-340 a shorter but wider-angle 4x lens (28-112mm). The new Olympus FE models arrive in stores in February at the following prices: FE-310: £120, FE-340: £159.99 and FE-350: £199.99.
The Olympus FE-350, FE-340 and FE-310 are new entry-level digital compact cameras. All three models offer 8 megapixel resolution, with the FE-310 and FE-350 having 5x optical zoom lenses (36-180mm) and the FE-340 a shorter but wider-angle 4x lens (28-112mm). The new Olympus FE models arrive in stores in February…
GE have launched seven new digital cameras in the UK and Europe. The new models are - GE E1050, GE E1235, GE A840s, GE G2, GE E1035, GE A835, GE A735. The flagship E1050 model features a 3 inch touch-screen, HDMI connectivity 5x optical wide angle zoom and 10 megapixel sensor. Speaking at the launch, European Director Gary Banks said: “Our digital cameras represent an extension of GE’s 128-year heritage of leadership in technology and innovation. Our research and development team in Tokyo have done a magnificent job to ensure the consumer will get intuitive, easy to use cameras which all offer advanced features as standard.” The initial GE UK range includes seven different cameras, the first four due to be on shelves by March, with additional models anticipated for Summer/Autumn 2008.
GE have launched seven new digital cameras in the UK and Europe. The new models are - GE E1050, GE E1235, GE A840s, GE G2, GE E1035, GE A835, GE A735. The flagship E1050 model features a 3 inch touch-screen, HDMI connectivity 5x optical wide angle zoom and 10 megapixel…
Sigma are offering a free upgrade to owners of all Sigma lenses that don’t support the new Nikon D3 digital SLR camera’s “Auto DX crop” function. Sigma lenses with the problem include the 30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM and APO 300mm F2.8 EX DG HSM (certain serial numbers are affected for each lens). Upgrade will be required for the following problems:
1. When the Nikon D3 is in Auto DX crop function and the 30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM or 10-20mm F4-5.6 EX DC HSM lens is attached, the image area format will not change to DX format automatically.
2. When the Nikon D3 is in Auto DX crop function and the APO 300mm F2.8 EX DG HSM or APO 120-300mm F2.8 EX DG HSM lens is attached, the image area format will be changed to DX format, even if the image area format is set to FX format or 5:4.
Sigma are offering a free upgrade to owners of all Sigma lenses that don’t support the new Nikon D3 digital SLR camera’s “Auto DX crop” function. Sigma lenses with the problem include the 30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM and APO 300mm F2.8 EX DG HSM (certain serial numbers are affected…
PNY Technologies, most well-known for its Flash Memory Cards, has unveiled a new logo. The new revitalised PNY logo symbolises the company’s positioning and commitment to innovation, quality, reliability and customer care. “We needed a new look and feel for the PNY logo to compliment the new product ranges and key partnerships we will implement this year. Rebranding will take place in Q1 and early Q2 and you will see an immediate change to our website and on our end user packaging.” explained Samy Benarfa, Marketing Director for PNY Europe. PNY will implement its new logo in the US, in Taiwan, and in all European countries.
PNY Technologies, most well-known for its Flash Memory Cards, has unveiled a new logo. The new revitalised PNY logo symbolises the company’s positioning and commitment to innovation, quality, reliability and customer care. “We needed a new look and feel for the PNY logo to compliment the new product ranges and…
TrustedReviews have reviewed the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T70, the first digital camera to automatically react to a person’s smile.
“Overall picture quality is also not without its problems. The lens bears the brand name of the venerated Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar, but I’m afraid it does nothing to earn that accolade. At the wide-angle end it produces a large and uneven degree of barrel distortion, more towards the right of the image. Although the centre of the frame is reasonably sharp and well detailed, it is very soft in the corners, especially the top left corner.”
TrustedReviews have reviewed the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T70, the first digital camera to automatically react to a person’s smile. “Overall picture quality is also not without its problems. The lens bears the brand name of the venerated Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar, but I’m afraid it does nothing to earn that accolade. At…
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS80 is a new entry-level 8 megapixel digital camera. The LS80 offers a 3x optical zoom lens (equivalent to 33-100mm), 2.5 inch LCD screen, Optical Image Stabilizer, easy-to-use advanced functions and AA-battery operation. The DMC-LS80 is available in silver and pink, priced at £129.99, release date to be announced.
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS80 is a new entry-level 8 megapixel digital camera. The LS80 offers a 3x optical zoom lens (equivalent to 33-100mm), 2.5 inch LCD screen, Optical Image Stabilizer, easy-to-use advanced functions and AA-battery operation. The DMC-LS80 is available in silver and pink, priced at £129.99, release date to be announced.
ChromaFix from FotoNation is a new one-step chromatic aberration correction technology. Aimed at camera manufacturers rather than consumers, ChromaFix brings advanced image processing technology normally found in much higher-priced cameras to low-cost low-power devices. “We see tremendous potential in using digital technologies to correct optical aberrations that are currently present in consumer-level digital capture devices. FotoNation’s ChromaFix technology has been designed to leverage our expertise in bringing advanced image processing to low-power consumer devices,” said Eran Steinberg, CEO of FotoNation.
ChromaFix from FotoNation is a new one-step chromatic aberration correction technology. Aimed at camera manufacturers rather than consumers, ChromaFix brings advanced image processing technology normally found in much higher-priced cameras to low-cost low-power devices. “We see tremendous potential in using digital technologies to correct optical aberrations that are currently present…
The 8Gb PNY Optima Compact Flash is a new high capacity card for digital SLR cameras. The PNY Optima card offers a minimum writing speed of 9MB/sec and is compatible with SLR cameras only. The PNY Optima Compact Flash 8GB costs £89.88 in the UK and is available in PNY retail and retail channels, including Argos.
The 8Gb PNY Optima Compact Flash is a new high capacity card for digital SLR cameras. The PNY Optima card offers a minimum writing speed of 9MB/sec and is compatible with SLR cameras only. The PNY Optima Compact Flash 8GB costs £89.88 in the UK and is available in PNY…
Hasselblad has announced the ten winners of its Hasselblad Master Award for 2008. More than 1,700 entries to the contest, which covers ten separate categories of photography. The ten winners each receive a framed diploma and the free use of a Hasselblad H3DII DSLR camera system for four months. Details of the Hasselblad Master Awards 2009 will be announced on the Hasselblad website in February 2008.
Hasselblad has announced the ten winners of its Hasselblad Master Award for 2008. More than 1,700 entries to the contest, which covers ten separate categories of photography. The ten winners each receive a framed diploma and the free use of a Hasselblad H3DII DSLR camera system for four months. Details…
Olympus UK has announced that they are dropping the price of both their E-410 and E-510 DSLR cameras. The E410 body is now reduced to £319.99, a drop of £20. The E410 Single Lens kit, Double Zoom and Travel Kits all experience a £50 price reduction, now at £349.99, £449.99 and £399.99 respectively. The E510 DSLR’s have also experienced fantastic price reductions, up to as much as £150 on the range. Prices are £339.99 for the E510 body, £449.99 for the Single lens Kit, £549.99 for the Double Zoom kit and £499.99 for the Travel Kit.
Website: Read our Olympus E-510 Review
Website: Read our Olympus E-410 Review
Olympus UK has announced that they are dropping the price of both their E-410 and E-510 DSLR cameras. The E410 body is now reduced to £319.99, a drop of £20. The E410 Single Lens kit, Double Zoom and Travel Kits all experience a £50 price reduction, now at £349.99, £449.9…