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Leica Press Release
Chilean photographer Toman Munita has won the Leica Oskar-Barnack-Award 2006 for his recent photo report ‘Kabul – Leaving the Shadows’ a title that reflects both the twilight mood of the pictures as well as their content – the situation of the Afghan population. The photographs show happy, ordinary moments of a gradually emerging normality rather than the violence and poverty you might expect. The ruins and war damage seem almost to be of minor importance. Failing daylight or the semi-darkness of interiors, light and shade fight for dominance and give the colours in the photos a special intensity. Both contrasts of the interplay of light and shade – metaphorical and actual – make the photos a particularly accurate description of the competition’s theme, ‘Man and his Environment’.
Leica Press Release Chilean photographer Toman Munita has won the Leica Oskar-Barnack-Award 2006 for his recent photo report ‘Kabul – Leaving the Shadows’ a title that reflects both the twilight mood of the pictures as well as their content – the situation of the Afghan population. The photographs show happy…
CameraLabs have published the first online review of the new Canon EOS 400D (Canon Digital Rebel XTi in the USA), which offers 10 megapixels, a large 2.5 inch LCD screen and new integrated dust removal system.
“Ultimately the Canon EOS 400D / Rebel XTi is a great entry-level digital SLR which improves on its predecessor in many respects. It has higher resolution without compromising noise levels, a wide variety of anti-dust features, a bigger screen which doubles-up for detailed shooting information, the AF system of its bigger brother and fast overall handling.”
Website: CameraLabs - Canon EOS 400D Review
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UPDATE: CameraLabs have now added a short video tour of the Canon EOS 400D.
CameraLabs have published the first online review of the new Canon EOS 400D (Canon Digital Rebel XTi in the USA), which offers 10 megapixels, a large 2.5 inch LCD screen and new integrated dust removal system. “Ultimately the Canon EOS 400D / Rebel XTi is a great entry-level digital SLR…
DIWA member Photoxels have reviewed the Kodak Easyshare Z612 camera, which offers 6 megapixels, 12x optical zoom lens and a 2.5 inch LCD.
“The Kodak Z612 is an easy-to-use family camera for capturing all those precious moments. Then print them out using the optional Photo Printer 500 at the touch of a button—even without turning your computer on! If you do not want to post-process any images in an image editing software, the Kodak Z612’s default settings produce images that are sharp and rich in colours straight out of the camera.”
DIWA member Photoxels have reviewed the Kodak Easyshare Z612 camera, which offers 6 megapixels, 12x optical zoom lens and a 2.5 inch LCD. “The Kodak Z612 is an easy-to-use family camera for capturing all those precious moments. Then print them out using the optional Photo Printer 500 at the touch…
CNET have reviewed the new 10 megapixel Nikon D80 DSLR camera.
“Image quality from the Nikon D80 is quite impressive. Colors were accurate and neutral and the camera’s meter did an excellent job of reading the scene and providing an accurate exposure. At times, mostly in extreme cases when the scene was dominated by darkness, the Matrix metering tended to preserve detail in the shadows at the expense of highlights, though typically, this is what one would’ve intended in that situation. Plus, switching to selectable zone metering or using the camera’s massive plus or minus 5EV exposure compensation should help in those situations.”
Website: CNET - Nikon D80 Review
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CNET have reviewed the new 10 megapixel Nikon D80 DSLR camera. “Image quality from the Nikon D80 is quite impressive. Colors were accurate and neutral and the camera’s meter did an excellent job of reading the scene and providing an accurate exposure. At times, mostly in extreme cases when the…
DCResource have just reviewed the new 6.1 megapixel Pentax K100D DSLR camera.
“Photo quality was excellent in most cases. The K100D took well-exposed photos with vivid colors and pleasing sharpness—this camera is clearly aimed toward the consumer set. Noise levels are nice and low through ISO 800, and ISO 1600 is still usable, with ISO 3200 only for desperate situations. Purple fringing and redeye were not a problem. The 18 - 55 mm kit lens isn’t the greatest, with noticeable vignetting in several of my real world photos. Remember: when it comes to lenses, you get what you pay for.”
Website: DCResource - Pentax K100D Review
DCResource have just reviewed the new 6.1 megapixel Pentax K100D DSLR camera. “Photo quality was excellent in most cases. The K100D took well-exposed photos with vivid colors and pleasing sharpness—this camera is clearly aimed toward the consumer set. Noise levels are nice and low through ISO 800, and ISO 160…
DigitalCameraInfo have reviewed the 6.1 megapixel KODAK EASYSHARE C663 Zoom digital camera.
“Some of these issues can be cleared up with Kodak’s built-in Perfect Touch technology (which can be applied in the playback mode), but there is much to be desired with the C663’s pictures. In the end, the cons outweigh the pros for the Kodak EasyShare C663 – especially considering the $299 price tag.”
DigitalCameraInfo have reviewed the 6.1 megapixel KODAK EASYSHARE C663 Zoom digital camera. “Some of these issues can be cleared up with Kodak’s built-in Perfect Touch technology (which can be applied in the playback mode), but there is much to be desired with the C663’s pictures. In the end, the cons…
DIWA member and Polish website Fotopolis have just reviewed the 7 megapixel Samsung NV3 digital camera.
Website: Fotopolis - Samsung NV3 Review
DIWA member and Polish website Fotopolis have just reviewed the 7 megapixel Samsung NV3 digital camera. Website: Fotopolis - Samsung NV3 Review Latest Prices / User Reviews
ThinkCamera have reviewed the Casio EX-Z1000 compact digicam, which offers 10 megapixels, 2.8 inch LCD screen, IS0 3200 and an interesting new Zoom Continuous Shutter mode that allows you to compare a wide angle and a telephoto shot in the same display and to take both shots simultaneously.
“It will come as no surprise that the Z1000 gives great pictures. Just like the Z600 they are punchy and full of colour. In some cases this can get a little out of hand. There are a couple of “landscape” modes - scenery and natural green. Both of these increase sharpening and pump up the saturation. For my taste these go too far - greens become over saturated and slightly sickly.”
Website: ThinkCamera - Casio EX-Z1000 Review
ThinkCamera have reviewed the Casio EX-Z1000 compact digicam, which offers 10 megapixels, 2.8 inch LCD screen, IS0 3200 and an interesting new Zoom Continuous Shutter mode that allows you to compare a wide angle and a telephoto shot in the same display and to take both shots simultaneously. “It will…
ThinkCamera have reviewed the Canon PowerShot S3 IS, a 6 megapixel camera with an image stabilized 12x zoom lens, ISO 800 and a 2 inch LCD screen.
“Image quality is good especially at ISO 80 and 100; at higher ISOs you either see noise or smoothing from noise reduction and the ISO 800 setting is noisy enough that you’ll rarely use it. That’s annoying, particularly as it’s one of the selling points of this model over the S2. There’s a good range of colour and tone; colours are bright and accurate, saturated without being over-egged. Detail and sharpness is acceptable, though we found some images were a little “software-led” than with similar cameras. There is some chromatic aberration, but mainly at extreme zoom.”
ThinkCamera have reviewed the Canon PowerShot S3 IS, a 6 megapixel camera with an image stabilized 12x zoom lens, ISO 800 and a 2 inch LCD screen. “Image quality is good especially at ISO 80 and 100; at higher ISOs you either see noise or smoothing from noise reduction and…
BenQ Press Release
TAIPEI, TAIWAN, 31 August, 2006 – BenQ today announces the C1000, successor to its C800, featuring a 10.1 megapixel CCD lens, 3x optical zoom, a large 2.4” TFT LCD display for clear and comfortable photo viewing. The C1000 comes with an extensive range of user- friendly modes which includes PASM mode, 8 second shutter speed night scene mode, quick 4 continuous shot mode and printer mode, delivering an impeccable image quality. The PASM (Program AE/Aperture Priority/Shutter Priority/Manual) mode enables users to manually customize the aperture and shutter speed to one’s own preferences. The Program AE mode automatically adjusts the aperture and shutter speed by detecting the lighting conditions; the Aperture Priority mode automatically sets an appropriate shutter speed according to the user’s choice of the aperture setting; the Shutter Priority mode does vice-versa.
BenQ Press Release TAIPEI, TAIWAN, 31 August, 2006 – BenQ today announces the C1000, successor to its C800, featuring a 10.1 megapixel CCD lens, 3x optical zoom, a large 2.4” TFT LCD display for clear and comfortable photo viewing. The C1000 comes with an extensive range of user- friendly modes…
BenQ Press Release
BenQ today unveils two new additions to its digital camera classic lineup, the BenQ DC C740 and C540. The DC C740/C540 comes with 7 and 5 megapixels CCD, 3x optical zoom, a large 2.5” LTPS screen and a SMC (Super Multi-Coating) Pentax lens. Together with highly versatile features such as Shake-Free mode, high ISO portrait mode and PASM mode respectively, this camera provides a true-to-life high image performance satisfactory to even photo expertise.
Europe, 30 August, 2006 – BenQ today unveils two new additions to its digital camera classic lineup, the BenQ DC C740 and C540. The DC C740/C540 comes with 7 and 5 megapixels CCD, 3x optical zoom, a large 2.5” LTPS screen and a SMC (Super Multi-Coating) Pentax lens. Together with highly versatile features such as Shake-Free mode, high ISO portrait mode and PASM mode respectively, this camera provides a true-to-life high image performance satisfactory to even photo expertise.
BenQ Press Release BenQ today unveils two new additions to its digital camera classic lineup, the BenQ DC C740 and C540. The DC C740/C540 comes with 7 and 5 megapixels CCD, 3x optical zoom, a large 2.5” LTPS screen and a SMC (Super Multi-Coating) Pentax lens. Together with highly versatile…
ePhotoZine have reviewed the new 10 megapixel Nikon D80 DSLR camera.
“The camera produces usable images up to the 1600ISO mark, although by that time there is some noise creeping in. The Hi-1 setting, equivalent to approx 3200ISO is there and depending on subject you may be able to use it but for my taste it is a little over the top in the noise department. The Hi-noise reduction system in the camera does help some, but at the expense of detail. All of the ISO adjustments, operated by pressing a button on the back of the camera and rotating the rear control wheel, are in 1/3rd stop increments, which is handy.”
Website: ePhotoZine - Nikon D80 Review
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ePhotoZine have reviewed the new 10 megapixel Nikon D80 DSLR camera. “The camera produces usable images up to the 1600ISO mark, although by that time there is some noise creeping in. The Hi-1 setting, equivalent to approx 3200ISO is there and depending on subject you may be able to use…
ThinkCamera have reviewed the Samsung Digimax L85, which features 8-megapixels, 5x optical zoom (38-190mm - 35mm equivalent), 2.5-inch LCD display (230K pixels), full manual control and 11 preset scene modes.
“Let’s get over this one straight away. Our reviewer called the L85 “ugly” (in fact he compared it to a Trabant). Pictures of the Samsung L85 really don’t do it justice. It is bigger and bulkier than many of the compacts we see here at ThinkCamera but it has a very tactile rubberised finish that sets it apart from other cameras. Depending on your viewpoint this makes it “distinctive” or “retro”. Having lived with one for a couple of weeks I found the L85 growing on me.”
ThinkCamera have reviewed the Samsung Digimax L85, which features 8-megapixels, 5x optical zoom (38-190mm - 35mm equivalent), 2.5-inch LCD display (230K pixels), full manual control and 11 preset scene modes. “Let’s get over this one straight away. Our reviewer called the L85 “ugly” (in fact he compared it to a…
The-Digital-Picture.com have taken a look at the new Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F2.8 XR Di lens.
“Build quality is not rugged, but it is solid - very adequate I’d say. The included hood is similarly built. The rubber on the zoom ring is grippy, soft and deeply ribbed. The zoom and focus rings turn smoothly. Tamron’s rear lens cap only attaches at one position - a bit of a pain since I’m used to Canon’s 3 attachment positions. Tamron’s excellent center-pinch 67mm front cap more than makes up for this pain - I’ve considered putting these on my Canon lenses - And many of Sigma’s lenses desperately need them.”
Website: The-Digital-Picture.com - Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F2.8 XR Di Lens Review
The-Digital-Picture.com have taken a look at the new Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F2.8 XR Di lens. “Build quality is not rugged, but it is solid - very adequate I’d say. The included hood is similarly built. The rubber on the zoom ring is grippy, soft and deeply ribbed. The zoom…
ThinkCamera have reviewed the new Kodak Easyshare P880 digital camera. The Kodak Easyshare P880 is an 8 megapixel model with wide-angle 24-140 mm zoom lens and 2.5 inch LCD screen.
“Image quality is rather good on the P880. On previous Kodaks, I have commented on the out of focus areas looking plasticky or smeared. The P880 seems free of this fault and pictures look smooth and natural throughout.”
ThinkCamera have reviewed the new Kodak Easyshare P880 digital camera. The Kodak Easyshare P880 is an 8 megapixel model with wide-angle 24-140 mm zoom lens and 2.5 inch LCD screen. “Image quality is rather good on the P880. On previous Kodaks, I have commented on the out of focus areas…
TrustedReviews have taken a look at the Canon PIXMA MP830 all-in-one.
“When it comes to the quality of the prints, regular text comes out clear and dense and solid graphics are just that, solid and with no signs of banding. Photos also come out well, with good colours and fine detail. The only blot on the landscape is those duplex prints, again. Text looks thin and a bit ragged and on closer examination, ink is not evenly distributed and the paper nap shows through.”
TrustedReviews have taken a look at the Canon PIXMA MP830 all-in-one. “When it comes to the quality of the prints, regular text comes out clear and dense and solid graphics are just that, solid and with no signs of banding. Photos also come out well, with good colours and fine…
PCMagazine have reviewed the Samsung Digimax L85, which features 8-megapixels, 5x optical zoom (38-190mm - 35mm equivalent), 2.5-inch LCD display (230K pixels), full manual control and 11 preset scene modes.
“My tests show it has the worst shutter lag of any camera I’ve tested to date. Sadly, the Digimax’s deficiencies don’t end here: The camera also has serious autofocus problems. Many point-and-shoot cameras have one or two lighting conditions that give their autofocus trouble. The L85 had problems in many different situations: low light, bright light, high contrast. More often than not, I had to find another angle to shoot from in order to achieve proper focus in the scene. “
PCMagazine have reviewed the Samsung Digimax L85, which features 8-megapixels, 5x optical zoom (38-190mm - 35mm equivalent), 2.5-inch LCD display (230K pixels), full manual control and 11 preset scene modes. “My tests show it has the worst shutter lag of any camera I’ve tested to date. Sadly, the Digimax’s deficiencies…
The new HP B9180 is an 8 colour, A3+ inkjet printer that uses Vivera pigment inks for waterproof photos which resist fading for more than 200 years. The HP Photosmart Pro B9180 has a street price of around $699 in the US. We find out if the HP B9180 is the best A3+ inkjet printer that money can buy in our exclusive review.
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The new HP B9180 is an 8 colour, A3+ inkjet printer that uses Vivera pigment inks for waterproof photos which resist fading for more than 200 years. The HP Photosmart Pro B9180 has a street price of around $699 in the US. We find out if the HP B9180 is…
Wacom Press Release
New Wacom® Pen Tablet for Serious Photographers, Designers and Artists - Intuos3 4x6 provides superior pen control for widescreen users on-the-go
Vancouver, WA – Aug. 29, 2006 – Wacom Technology Corporation’s patented new Intuos3 4x6 pen tablet is designed for serious photographers, designers and artists seeking optimal pen control and comfort when working with a widescreen display. The Wacom Intuos3 4x6 joins Wacom’s Intuos3 6x11 and 12x19 models to form a complete range of professional pen tablets that feature active areas matched to the screen aspect ratio of widescreens and dual monitors. This latest Intuos tablet provides 20% more active area than the model it replaces (Intuos3 4x5) and it’s available immediately at a suggested retail price of $229.95.
Wacom Press Release New Wacom® Pen Tablet for Serious Photographers, Designers and Artists - Intuos3 4x6 provides superior pen control for widescreen users on-the-go Vancouver, WA – Aug. 29, 2006 – Wacom Technology Corporation’s patented new Intuos3 4x6 pen tablet is designed for serious photographers, designers and artists seeking optimal…
NAPP/Photoshop World Press Release
Adobe Executive to Give Sneak Peek of Upcoming Photoshop Technology During Photoshop World Conference Keynote; Photoshop World Conference & Expo - Sept. 7-9, 2006 - Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino
TAMPA, Fla.—(BUSINESS WIRE)—Aug. 29, 2006—Traditionally, Adobe Systems Incorporated has used the opening keynote at the Photoshop World Conference & Expo (produced by the National Association of Photoshop Professionals), as a platform for showcasing new and emerging Adobe(R) Photoshop(R) technologies, and this year’s conference (the largest Photoshop educational event in the world, held Sept 7-9 in Las Vegas) is no exception. John Loiacono, senior vice president of Adobe’s Creative Solutions Business, will take the stage on the morning of September 7 at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino, Las Vegas, to kick off the largest Photoshop World Conference to date. During his presentation, Loiacono will give the thousands of keynote attendees, and media on hand, a sneak peek at some of the new Photoshop technology being developed by Adobe. Loiacono has responsibility for the development, delivery and marketing of Adobe’s entire creative software portfolio.
NAPP/Photoshop World Press Release Adobe Executive to Give Sneak Peek of Upcoming Photoshop Technology During Photoshop World Conference Keynote; Photoshop World Conference & Expo - Sept. 7-9, 2006 - Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino TAMPA, Fla.—(BUSINESS WIRE)—Aug. 29, 2006—Traditionally, Adobe Systems Incorporated has used the opening keynote at the Photoshop…