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DPReview have reviewed the new Canon A640, which has 10 megapixels, a 2.5 inch LCD screen and 4x optical zoom lens.
“It’s an ideal ‘first camera’ for anyone wanting to learn the craft of photography - it’s a very reliable ‘point and shoot’ that can grow with you as your experience and ability develops. It’s a pretty easy Highly Recommended and - though by no means flaw-free - is a perfect example of how far compact cameras have come in the last few years.”
Website: DPReview - Canon PowerShot A640 Review
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DPReview have reviewed the new Canon A640, which has 10 megapixels, a 2.5 inch LCD screen and 4x optical zoom lens. “It’s an ideal ‘first camera’ for anyone wanting to learn the craft of photography - it’s a very reliable ‘point and shoot’ that can grow with you as your…
Megapixel.net have reviewed the new Canon G7, which features a 10 megapixel, 1/1.8 inch sensor, DIGIC III image processor, Face Detection, 35-210mm lens and optical image stabilization system.
“The PowerShot G7 is a departure from the last G camera in that it no longer follows the path of its predecessor and is clearly designed as a compact-style camera. The G7 combines features that are well suited to advanced users — advanced modes and a fully manual mode — with some, such as multiple scene modes, face detection and automatic categorization of images, that are more the domain of point and shoot cameras. In other words, the G7 is yet another alternative for those that are looking to maximize the resolution and yet have the flexibility of a camera that can be both manual and automatic.”
Website: Megapixel.net - Canon G7 Review
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Megapixel.net have reviewed the new Canon G7, which features a 10 megapixel, 1/1.8 inch sensor, DIGIC III image processor, Face Detection, 35-210mm lens and optical image stabilization system. “The PowerShot G7 is a departure from the last G camera in that it no longer follows the path of its predecessor…
ePhotoZine have reviewed the new Nikon Coolpix S10, which has 6 megapixels, Vibration Reduction and a 10x, 38-380mm swivel lens.
“The autofocus wasn’t either fast or tenacious and the macro mode struggled where other compacts would be able to focus easily. The metering is generally good, being weighted, on landscape pictures, for the land so that exposure compensation is required to bring the sky in. However, colour accuracy is very good, as long as the tendency to cover everything in shadow in a magenta cast is avoided. It makes the camera very good for portrait shots.”
ePhotoZine have reviewed the new Nikon Coolpix S10, which has 6 megapixels, Vibration Reduction and a 10x, 38-380mm swivel lens. “The autofocus wasn’t either fast or tenacious and the macro mode struggled where other compacts would be able to focus easily. The metering is generally good, being weighted, on landscape…
Leica Press Release
12/13/2006 - Leica Camera AG is offering all owners of the LEICA DIGILUX 2 a customer service free of charge even beyond the stated warranty period. Specifically, this refers to exchanging the digital camera’s sensor in the case of a rarely occurring malfunction. Leica Camera AG has opted for this extended warranty due to the fact that there have been a few reports of this malfunction caused by faulty manufacturing which also affects some other makes’ cameras.
Leica Press Release 12/13/2006 - Leica Camera AG is offering all owners of the LEICA DIGILUX 2 a customer service free of charge even beyond the stated warranty period. Specifically, this refers to exchanging the digital camera’s sensor in the case of a rarely occurring malfunction. Leica Camera AG has…
TrustedReviews have just reviewed the new 6 megapixel, 28mm wide-angle lens Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX01.
“The Mega OIS system defaults to ‘on’ when the camera is first used, but can be manually de-activated via a small button on the top panel. It has two operational settings. In the first mode it operates continuously and affects both the live monitor view and the final picture. In mode two it only operates when the shutter is pressed, but has a more powerful effect. This is the default mode, and the most useful. In practical use I was able to take sharp hand-held shots at 1/15th of a second on a medium zoom setting, which is quite impressive.”
Website: TrustedReviews - Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX01 Review
TrustedReviews have just reviewed the new 6 megapixel, 28mm wide-angle lens Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX01. “The Mega OIS system defaults to ‘on’ when the camera is first used, but can be manually de-activated via a small button on the top panel. It has two operational settings. In the first mode it…
Imaging Resource have published their review of the new Nikon D40 entry level DSLR camera.
“If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines, waiting until you could afford a real Nikon DSLR, your time have come at last: While geared for the entry-level market the D40 packs enough features into its diminutive frame to keep serious enthusiasts interested as well. It’s also the smallest and lightest Nikon DSLR to date, so the point & shoot photographer looking to move up to a real SLR, can do so without having to put up with the heft and bulk that the genre usually dictates. And like all consumer SLRs on the market, you can still point & shoot.”
Website: Imaging Resource - Nikon D40 Review
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Imaging Resource have published their review of the new Nikon D40 entry level DSLR camera. “If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines, waiting until you could afford a real Nikon DSLR, your time have come at last: While geared for the entry-level market the D40 packs enough features into its…
Digital Outback Photo have published a field report of the Leica M8 digital rangefinder camera by Magnum photographer Thomas Hoepker.
“10 Megapixels are at the lower end of what I would call professional resolution. 3935 pixels on the long image side seem a bit low when you consider making really large prints which may require 7000 or even 10000 pixels. But it is stunning how much interpolation these Leica files can take. I have yet to try a 44x60” output but the first 24x36 inch Leica print from my HP Designjet looks just great!”
Digital Outback Photo have published a field report of the Leica M8 digital rangefinder camera by Magnum photographer Thomas Hoepker. “10 Megapixels are at the lower end of what I would call professional resolution. 3935 pixels on the long image side seem a bit low when you consider making really…
TrustedReviews have just reviewed the new 6.1 megapixel Pentax K100D DSLR camera.
“I’ve tested the Pentax system extensively, and I found its performance was generally about the same as the Sony. It usually allowed shake-free shooting at least two stops below the safe speed, but would sometimes allow a shake-free shot as much as four stops slower, while occasionally shots just one stop slower would show slight motion blurring. The trick is, I think, to take several shots if you’re not sure. The chances are that at least one will be shake free.”
Website: TrustedReviews - Pentax K100D Review
TrustedReviews have just reviewed the new 6.1 megapixel Pentax K100D DSLR camera. “I’ve tested the Pentax system extensively, and I found its performance was generally about the same as the Sony. It usually allowed shake-free shooting at least two stops below the safe speed, but would sometimes allow a shake-free…
In the latest installment of this regular series, we cast the spotlight on members of the PhotographyBLOG Gallery and ask them about their photography. The 24th member to sit in the interview chair is smw57.
“The members are very friendly and there is a lot of great humour, many of the members almost become like an extended family, I have made some very good friends through the gallery and we have shared some great days out!”
Website: Gallery Member Spotlight - smw57
In the latest installment of this regular series, we cast the spotlight on members of the PhotographyBLOG Gallery and ask them about their photography. The 24th member to sit in the interview chair is smw57. “The members are very friendly and there is a lot of great humour, many of…
onOne Software Press Release
Free upgrade available to purchasers of Genuine Fractals 4.1 or Genuine Fractals Print Pro 4.1 on or after December 18, 2006
Portland, OR - December 18, 2006 - onOne Software, Inc., announces today the spring 2007 availability of Genuine Fractals 5. In addition, anyone who purchases Genuine Fractals 4.1 or Genuine Fractals Print Pro 4.1 on or after December 18, 2006 will receive a free upgrade to Genuine Fractals 5 once it becomes available. “We are pleased to announce before the holidays that Genuine Fractals 5 will be available to our customers in early 2007,” said Craig Keudell, president of onOne Software. “And in preparation for the new version’s availability we are thrilled to be able to offer a free upgrade to the new version to anyone who purchases Genuine Fractals 4.1 or Genuine Fractals Print Pro 4.1 from today until the new version becomes available. It’s just our way of saying thanks to our customers.”
onOne Software Press Release Free upgrade available to purchasers of Genuine Fractals 4.1 or Genuine Fractals Print Pro 4.1 on or after December 18, 2006 Portland, OR - December 18, 2006 - onOne Software, Inc., announces today the spring 2007 availability of Genuine Fractals 5. In addition, anyone who purchases…
Proxel Software Press Release
Proxel Lens Corrector 1.1, Now for Mac OS X (2006-12-16) - Proxel Software HB has released the Mac version of the software toolkit Proxel Lens Corrector. Knowing that serious photographers use both Mac and Windows machines, Proxel decided to port its Windows version of the toolkit to Mac OS X. The toolkit consists of two tools. The first tool uses calibration photos to analyze the distortion of the lens. The second tool is a Photoshop plugin that can be used to remove distortion from all your pictures, using the result from the analysis.
Proxel Software Press Release Proxel Lens Corrector 1.1, Now for Mac OS X (2006-12-16) - Proxel Software HB has released the Mac version of the software toolkit Proxel Lens Corrector. Knowing that serious photographers use both Mac and Windows machines, Proxel decided to port its Windows version of the toolkit…
PDNB Gallery Press Release
February 16 - March, 24, 2007 Exhibition at PDNB Gallery - Artist reception: Friday, February 16, 2007 from 6 - 8 PM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, Dallas, TX: Photographs from Misty Keasler’s Love Hotels series explore the strange, kinky rooms of various sex hotels in Japan. Throughout her career Misty’s documentary work has allowed us to peer into the living spaces of orphanages, shanties found in garbage dumps, gypsy dwellings and her own family’s home in East Texas. This photographic essay gives us a view of a much more foreign type of space, where couples stay for hours rather than days. The rooms have themes such as a schoolroom, a subway room, or a Hello Kitty room.
PDNB Gallery Press Release February 16 - March, 24, 2007 Exhibition at PDNB Gallery - Artist reception: Friday, February 16, 2007 from 6 - 8 PM FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, Dallas, TX: Photographs from Misty Keasler’s Love Hotels series explore the strange, kinky rooms of various sex hotels in Japan. Throughout…
Gallery 1885, The Camera Club, SE11 26 February – 16 March 2007
18 December 2006. London, UK. From 26 February – 16 March 2007, Gallery 1885 will host an exhibition of photographs depicting children in Cambodia. Shot by photographer Ben Lovejoy, the images were taken during a trip to the region to view the pre-school educational project being supported by UNICEF in association with TNS. The limited edition images will be priced between £40 - £400; all profits from the exhibition will be donated to UNICEF to further fund the pre-school education programme. Ben Lovejoy, who is the UK Head of Qualitative research for TNS Technology, a leading global market information group, won the opportunity to visit the pre-school project by entering an internal TNS competition to create a fundraising idea for the TNS UNICEF Imagine… project. Ben was selected as one of three employees from across the TNS global network to visit Cambodia and use his photographic skills to capture the essence of Cambodian life.
Gallery 1885, The Camera Club, SE11 26 February – 16 March 2007 18 December 2006. London, UK. From 26 February – 16 March 2007, Gallery 1885 will host an exhibition of photographs depicting children in Cambodia. Shot by photographer Ben Lovejoy, the images were taken during a trip to the…
O’Reilly Press Release
Photoshop CS3 Comes to Town—Just in Time for the Holidays O’Reilly Photoshop Trainer Deke McClelland Explains What You Need to Know
Sebastopol, CA—The holidays arrived early for Photoshop users. Late last week digital shooters enthusiastically buzzed with news of Adobe’s public beta release of Photoshop CS3. Free (http://labs.adobe.com) to anyone with a valid CS2 serial number, the unexpected gift provides everyone (including Mac users who can take advantage of the Universal Binary-ness of CS3) a chance to buff and polish their holiday photos with up-to-the-nanosecond software. That is, if they know how to use it. Fortunately, the bestselling author of “Adobe Photoshop CS2 One-on-One” (O’Reilly, $39.95) and Photoshop trainer extraordinaire, Deke McClelland, stands ready with a training video that covers CS3’s terrific new features. Called “Photoshop CS3 Beta One-on-One Preview,” this large-format 90-minute video series is available for free from Deke’s online media partner, lynda.com (http://www.lynda.com).
O’Reilly Press Release Photoshop CS3 Comes to Town—Just in Time for the Holidays O’Reilly Photoshop Trainer Deke McClelland Explains What You Need to Know Sebastopol, CA—The holidays arrived early for Photoshop users. Late last week digital shooters enthusiastically buzzed with news of Adobe’s public beta release of Photoshop CS3. Free…
Marylebone Cricket Club Press Release
Aged 20 - 29 with ambitions to become a professional sports photographer? Then enter the competition to be Marylebone Cricket Club’s Young Cricket Photographer 2007.
The winner receives:
Financial support worth up to £7,500
Unrivalled access to matches at Lord’s and other MCC matches in the UK and possibly abroad
Their work published on the Lord’s website and in MCC publications
One-to-one coaching from top cricket photographer Graham Morris.
For more information and an entry form, visit www.lords.org , Closing date 12th February 2007.
Marylebone Cricket Club Press Release Aged 20 - 29 with ambitions to become a professional sports photographer? Then enter the competition to be Marylebone Cricket Club’s Young Cricket Photographer 2007. The winner receives: Financial support worth up to £7,500 Unrivalled access to matches at Lord’s and other MCC matches in…
DPReview have reviewed the Pentax K10D, which offers 10.2 megapixels, shake-reduction, dust removal system, 22-bit colour, three new shooting modes, 2.5 inch LCD screen and 11 point auto-focusing.
“When we reviewed the K100D we thought Pentax had got their image processing just right, however the single element of the entire K10D equation which left us scratching our heads was just that. Either a poorly implemented demosaicing algorithm or a strange choice of sharpening parameters means that while the K10D’s JPEG images have plenty of ‘texture’ they can lack the edge sharpness we’re used to seeing from semi-pro digital SLR’s.”
Website: DPReview - Pentax K10D Review
DPReview have reviewed the Pentax K10D, which offers 10.2 megapixels, shake-reduction, dust removal system, 22-bit colour, three new shooting modes, 2.5 inch LCD screen and 11 point auto-focusing. “When we reviewed the K100D we thought Pentax had got their image processing just right, however the single element of the entire…
DigiCamReview have just reviewed the new 6.1 megapixel Pentax K100D DSLR camera.
“The Pentax K100D has very low noise in the test photos taken at ISO200 to ISO800. Noise is low at ISO1600, and acceptable at ISO3200. Noise is lower than the Olympus E-400, and lower than the Fujifilm FinePix F30. You’ll also notice that whilst the F30 displays quite low noise, the K100D’s edges are much smoother than the F30’s, most likely due to the high levels of image processing applied to the F30 images. The camera has excellent abilities, however choosing the highest ISO settings will sacrifice some final image quality. At the other end of the spectrum, it should be obvious that nothing has been sacrificed in terms of quality by not providing an ISO100 mode.”
Website: DigiCamReview - Pentax K100D Review
DigiCamReview have just reviewed the new 6.1 megapixel Pentax K100D DSLR camera. “The Pentax K100D has very low noise in the test photos taken at ISO200 to ISO800. Noise is low at ISO1600, and acceptable at ISO3200. Noise is lower than the Olympus E-400, and lower than the Fujifilm FinePix…
Photographer Chris Empey has published a review of the Expodisc, a filter that goes in front of the lens and is used to set a custom white balance for your digital camera. Prices vary from $79.95 to $159.95 (plus shipping) depending on the filter size.
“I first saw the ExpoDisc in Action at a Monte Zucker seminar and wasn’t sure how necessary a product like this was, especially in controlled situations like when using studio lights. After using the ExpoDisc, I am convinced that even though the auto white balance feature on digital camera’s is always improving, they can still be improved upon. Using the ExpoDisc takes only a few seconds, yet provides more accurate results than the in camera auto white balance, or even the preset white balance options.”
Website: Chris Empey - Expodisc Review
Photographer Chris Empey has published a review of the Expodisc, a filter that goes in front of the lens and is used to set a custom white balance for your digital camera. Prices vary from $79.95 to $159.95 (plus shipping) depending on the filter size. “I first saw the ExpoDisc…
This week’s Gary’s Parries topics are:
1. Why G7 Lacks Raw Support
2. New Techniques In Image Refocusing
Introducing this week’s Gary’s Parries column. Everything you always wanted to know about digital cameras, but were afraid to ask. No question too difficult, or too easy. As a Senior Principal Software Engineer, and a former Assistant Professor of Computer Information Systems, as well as a recording studio owner/operator, inventor, and now, a digital camera enthusiast, GARY has more digital camera knowledge in his entire brain than most people have in their little finger. In the unlikely event that GARY would not know the answer to your question, he will answer it anyway, true to the spirit of the word “Parries”, a fencing term which, in this context, implies “cleverly evasive answers”. So let your imagination run wild. Email all your nagging digital camera questions to: [email protected] , and then, En Garde!
You may also attach to your email an ORIGINAL PHOTO of your choosing. A preview of the photo will be displayed with your question, and a full-sized version will be just a click away. No personal information will be published with your question unless you specifically include it in the text or attached photo of your email, which may be further edited for grammar, content, or other reasons.
This week’s Gary’s Parries topics are: 1. Why G7 Lacks Raw Support 2. New Techniques In Image Refocusing Introducing this week’s Gary’s Parries column. Everything you always wanted to know about digital cameras, but were afraid to ask. No question too difficult, or too easy. As a Senior Principal Software…
The HP Photosmart A618 is the second compact photo printer that we have reviewed recently, following hot on the heels of last week’s Lexmark P350. The HP A618 shares similar compact dimensions, print resolution, single ink cartridge and 2.4 inch colour LCD screen as the Lexmark printer, but adds a larger print size (up to 7x5 inch) and built-in Bluetooth support for the same price.
Website: HP Photosmart A618 Review
The HP Photosmart A618 is the second compact photo printer that we have reviewed recently, following hot on the heels of last week’s Lexmark P350. The HP A618 shares similar compact dimensions, print resolution, single ink cartridge and 2.4 inch colour LCD screen as the Lexmark printer, but adds a…