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Canon UK Press Release
Véronique de Viguerie wins the Canon Female Photojournalist Award 2006
French photographer Véronique de Viguerie has become the sixth woman to win the Canon Female Photojournalist Award for her project on Communist Militiawomen in Nepal. The award, which includes a Canon grant of €8000, will be given by the French Association of Women Journalists (AFJ) at the 18th International Festival of Photojournalism Visa pour l’Image in Perpignan, France, on 9th September 2006.
Canon UK Press Release Véronique de Viguerie wins the Canon Female Photojournalist Award 2006 French photographer Véronique de Viguerie has become the sixth woman to win the Canon Female Photojournalist Award for her project on Communist Militiawomen in Nepal. The award, which includes a Canon grant of €8000, will be…
PicaJet Press Release
Picajet is proud to announce the release of RoboImport. This is a powerful, but intuitive, solution for digital camera users at all levels from novice to professional. The major problem encountered by anyone who stores their photos on a PC is: How to import and organize a rapidly growing library of photographs in a logical and easy to access manner. Professional photographers will be especially interested in the RoboImport features that streamline and efficiently automate their digital image processing workflow. RoboImport takes an innovative approach to this camera to PC image transfer problem. It automatically starts up, downloads images from the camera, renames them and transfers them to a well organized folder structure according to a preselected naming scheme. When RoboImport file transfer is complete another application, such as the PicaJet Photo Organizer, can be automatically started.
PicaJet Press Release Picajet is proud to announce the release of RoboImport. This is a powerful, but intuitive, solution for digital camera users at all levels from novice to professional. The major problem encountered by anyone who stores their photos on a PC is: How to import and organize a…
Fujifilm UK Press Release
Experience the deep blue see with Fujifilm FinePix cameras and underwater housings - Freedom for your sub-aqua photography with new underwater housings for the FinePix F30 Zoom and FinePix A500 and A400 Zoom cameras
3 August 2006 - Fujifilm today announced the release of a durable underwater housing unit for the TIPA and DIMA award-winning* FinePix F30 Zoom. The WP-FXF30 is a sturdy, watertight casing that keeps the camera dry and copes with the pressure of dives as deep as 40 metres. It also gives protection on a sandy beach, from splashed water or bad weather on boats and in snowy conditions. So once you’re done diving in summer you can ride the slopes with it in winter. In addition, Fujifilm has released its first waterproof case for entry-level cameras. The WP-FXA500 is suitable for the FinePix A400 and A500 Zooms and is waterproof at depths of up to 3 metres.
Fujifilm UK Press Release Experience the deep blue see with Fujifilm FinePix cameras and underwater housings - Freedom for your sub-aqua photography with new underwater housings for the FinePix F30 Zoom and FinePix A500 and A400 Zoom cameras 3 August 2006 - Fujifilm today announced the release of a durable…
Point101 Press Release
Point101 launch new photography holiday combining culture with expert tuition; empowering people to create stylish art and enhance their home.
London 4th August 2006: Point101 is proud to announce the launch of their photography holidays to add to their art, photography and artistic holiday stable. The company will provide an artistic break with expert tuition, within the reach of every level of experience – from complete beginner to established snapper. Alongside the photography trips, this experience will allow people to create individual and personal artworks to display in their homes. Included in the price of the holiday is the chance to turn three favourite photos taken on the visit into large canvas art prints.
Point101 Press Release Point101 launch new photography holiday combining culture with expert tuition; empowering people to create stylish art and enhance their home. London 4th August 2006: Point101 is proud to announce the launch of their photography holidays to add to their art, photography and artistic holiday stable. The company…
Datacatch Press Release
Extending Search beyond the Desktop and Internet - Datacatch Librarian, Seamlessly Integrated with Microsoft Windows Explorer, Makes Searching Removable Media as Easy as Searching Your Hard Drive or the Internet
PALO ALTO, California — August 2, 2006 — Datacatch Inc., an independent software company based in the U.S. and Australia, today formally launched Datacatch® Librarian®, a new application for managing and organizing information and data that is backed up, stored, or used through removable media. With the increasing amount of data that is collected on a computer—including critical files, financial records, software programs, family photos, and music files— it is easy to get disorganized. Datacatch Librarian provides the tools necessary to search, retrieve, and manage a collection of removable media including removable hard drives, USB keys, photo memory cards, and optical discs such as CDs, DVDs, Blu-ray and HD-DVD. By effectively throwing a net over a computer, Datacatch Librarian recognizes whenever removable media is inserted or connected and in turn, catches and organizes details about the media and the files it contains, including file and folder details, as well as thumbnail images, so the data can be retrieved quickly.
Datacatch Press Release Extending Search beyond the Desktop and Internet - Datacatch Librarian, Seamlessly Integrated with Microsoft Windows Explorer, Makes Searching Removable Media as Easy as Searching Your Hard Drive or the Internet PALO ALTO, California — August 2, 2006 — Datacatch Inc., an independent software company based in the…
Kingston Technology Press Release
Kingston Enters Personal Media Player Market with Introduction of K-PEX - Built-in 1 GB/2 GB Memory and miniSD Memory Slot Provide High Storage Capacities for Music, Video and Photos
Fountain Valley, CA – August 2, 2006 – - Kingston Technology Company, Inc., the independent world leader in memory products, today announced its new line of Personal Media Players (PMPs). With its highly stylized design and ultra-slim form factor, K-PEX (Kingston Personal Entertainment experience) allows users to watch videos, listen to music, play video games and store/view photographs. The Kingston K-PEX is currently available in the North America, Latin America and Asia/Pacific Rim. With the launch of K-PEX, Kingston is leveraging its 18-year leadership position in the memory module market to bring new Portable Media Player technologies to market.
Kingston Technology Press Release Kingston Enters Personal Media Player Market with Introduction of K-PEX - Built-in 1 GB/2 GB Memory and miniSD Memory Slot Provide High Storage Capacities for Music, Video and Photos Fountain Valley, CA – August 2, 2006 – - Kingston Technology Company, Inc., the independent world leader…
DPReview have reviewed the new 10x zoom, 5 megapixel, compact Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1 digital camera.
“Putting aside all talk of noise reduction and other image quality metrics I should firstly say that I really liked the DMC-TZ1; it offers a unique twist on the popular ‘super zoom’ concept, and having such a huge focal range in an (almost) pocketable package is an appealing proposition. The photographic versatility that comes from being able to shoot everything from wide landscapes to tightly cropped telephoto shots - fairly free of the risk of camera shake, thanks to Panasonic’s excellent OIS system - in a camera you can carry everywhere, cannot be underestimated.”
Website: DPReview - Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1 Review
DPReview have reviewed the new 10x zoom, 5 megapixel, compact Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1 digital camera. “Putting aside all talk of noise reduction and other image quality metrics I should firstly say that I really liked the DMC-TZ1; it offers a unique twist on the popular ‘super zoom’ concept, and having…
DCResource have just reviewed the Casio EXILIM ZOOM EX-Z850 camera, which offers 8.1 megapixels, 3x optical zoom lens, manual exposure and advanced flash options.
“The Z850 is packed with every feature you could ever think of, and then some. Some of them are quite useful, while others left me scratching my head. Point-and-shoot users will be thrilled with the camera’s selection of scene (Best Shot) modes, which cover everything from sunsets to eBay product photos. There’s a high sensitivity mode here, but I wouldn’t recommend using it unless you’re absolutely desperate, as the resulting images are really too noisy to be worth keeping. The camera has a digital anti-shake system, and it seems to work okay, though a true optical-based stabilizer will do a better job, and without degrading the image. In playback mode you’ll find some handy tools, including keystone and white balance correction and the usual things like rotation/cropping/resizing.”
Website: DCResource - Casio EX-Z850 Review
DCResource have just reviewed the Casio EXILIM ZOOM EX-Z850 camera, which offers 8.1 megapixels, 3x optical zoom lens, manual exposure and advanced flash options. “The Z850 is packed with every feature you could ever think of, and then some. Some of them are quite useful, while others left me scratching…
Steves Digicams have reviewed the new Kodak Easyshare Z650, which has a 6.1-megapixel sensor and 10x zoom lens.
“Image quality was what we have come to expect from Kodak, very good for a 6-megapixel consumer model. Just about every shot we took outdoors was sharp and showed pleasing color saturation. The exposure system consistently produced properly exposed images, and also did very well at capturing sky detail, making for beautiful landscapes. Noise levels were average, becoming more noticeable at ISO 200 and above. While the Z650’s 10x optical zoom is fast with a wide open aperture of f2.8, it would greatly benefit from some sort of image stabilization. “
Steves Digicams have reviewed the new Kodak Easyshare Z650, which has a 6.1-megapixel sensor and 10x zoom lens. “Image quality was what we have come to expect from Kodak, very good for a 6-megapixel consumer model. Just about every shot we took outdoors was sharp and showed pleasing color saturation…
DxO Labs Press Release
DxO Labs Announces Availability of DxO Optics Pro v4 Public Beta Release - Automatic image enhancement software introduces advanced color features, new optical corrections, improved workflow and speed as well as plug-in compatibility with Adobe Photoshop
New York, NY and Paris, France – August 3, 2006 – DxO Labs announces today availability of a free, Windows PC public beta release of DxO Optics Pro v4 for all digital photographers to download from the DxO Labs Web site (www.dxo.com). DxO Optics Pro software improves the image quality of Digital Single-Lens Reflex (SLR) cameras and advanced digicams. DxO Optics Pro is the award-winning digital image enhancement tool incorporating revolutionary optics, noise and exposure corrections in an easy-to-use, feature rich application for Mac and PC users. “DxO Optics Pro v4 brings a wealth of true innovations including faster throughput and significantly improved control over color and optical performance,” said Luc Marin, vice president of the Photography Business Unit at DxO Labs. “In the eight months since releasing the previous (v3.5) DxO Optics Pro software, our engineers have worked diligently to add the kinds of improvements photographers world wide have been requesting.”
DxO Labs Press Release DxO Labs Announces Availability of DxO Optics Pro v4 Public Beta Release - Automatic image enhancement software introduces advanced color features, new optical corrections, improved workflow and speed as well as plug-in compatibility with Adobe Photoshop New York, NY and Paris, France – August 3, 200…
Breeze Systems Press Release
BreezeBrowser Pro v1.5.2.1 adds support for reading and writing Adobe XMP data, new keyword, IPTC scene and subject code editors and picture frames for slideshows and proofs. New in BreezeBrowser Pro v1.5.2.1:
* Added support for reading and writing Adobe XMP data for raw files (using XMP sidecar files) and JPEG, TIFF, DNG, PSD, PNG and JPEG 2000 image formats
* Added picture frame from image option to proofs and slideshow
* Added Adobe Photoshop PSD 8-bit and 16-bit file output options to proofs and raw conversion
* Added new keyword editor
* Added new IPTC scene and IPTC subject code editors which use the IPTC’s NewsCode XML topicsets
* Improved color when converting Nikon D200 raw files
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Breeze Systems Press Release BreezeBrowser Pro v1.5.2.1 adds support for reading and writing Adobe XMP data, new keyword, IPTC scene and subject code editors and picture frames for slideshows and proofs. New in BreezeBrowser Pro v1.5.2.1: * Added support for reading and writing Adobe XMP data for raw files (using…
Steves Digicams have reviewed the Sony DSC-W100, an 8 megapixel camera with 3x zoom lens and ISO 1250.
“Ergonomics are excellent, the body is stylish, yet still durable and functional. Controls are well- placed, offering a comfortable feel while capturing your photos. We especially liked the zoom controls mounted around the shutter release. The tripod mount is metallic and provides a secure mount, and we were glad to see the multi-connector I/O port was moved to the side of the camera is relocated. (On past models it was too close, preventing the camera from being mounted to a tripod while connected to either a computer or video device.) The menu system is easy to navigate, and will be very familiar to users of other SONY models. Also, the size of its display means a larger and more legible text.”
Steves Digicams have reviewed the Sony DSC-W100, an 8 megapixel camera with 3x zoom lens and ISO 1250. “Ergonomics are excellent, the body is stylish, yet still durable and functional. Controls are well- placed, offering a comfortable feel while capturing your photos. We especially liked the zoom controls mounted around…
The Sony DSC-T10 is announced today. Available in four different colours (silver, black, white and pink) the Sony T10 is a slim 7 megapixel digital camera with a 3x zoom lens, 2.5 inch LCD screen, optical image stabilization and a fastest ISO speed of 1000. The Cyber-shot DSC-T10 camera will be available in August for about $400.
Sony USA Press Release
SAN DIEGO, Aug. 1, 2006 — Sony is launching a new color strategy with the introduction of its seven-megapixel Cyber-shot® DSC-T10 digital still camera. Premiering this summer in pink, white, black and silver, the Sony DSC-T10 upholds the standard for slim and stylish design. “The number of digital still cameras per household is steadily increasing, up to three or four, which suggests that people are buying cameras to fulfill different needs,” said Phil Lubell, director of marketing for digital still cameras and photo printers at Sony Electronics. “The DSC-T10 is so stylish that it can be viewed as a fashion accessory.”
The Sony DSC-T10 is announced today. Available in four different colours (silver, black, white and pink) the Sony T10 is a slim 7 megapixel digital camera with a 3x zoom lens, 2.5 inch LCD screen, optical image stabilization and a fastest ISO speed of 1000. The Cyber-shot DSC-T10 camera will…
The new Sony GPS-CS1 GPS device allows you to record where your photographs were taken and later synchronise them to a mapping web site powered by Google Maps. The GPS-CS1 GPS device will be available next month for about $150.
Sony USA Press Release
SAN DIEGO, Aug. 1, 2006 – Sony Electronics today announced a GPS device that puts your pictures on the map. Using time and location recordings from Sony’s GPS-CS1 GPS device and the time stamp from a Sony digital still camera or camcorder, photo buffs can plot their digital images to a map and pinpoint exactly where they’ve been. The 12-channel GPS unit is 3-½ inches long, weighs two ounces, and is sold with a carabineer to easily attach to a backpack or a belt loop. “Whether you’re traveling to the Seven Wonders of the World, or just wondering where to buy your next house, our new GPS device can track your journey,” said David Johns, product manager for digital camera accessories at Sony Electronics. “Adding a geographic context to your digital images helps organize and make use of your photos in entirely new ways.”
The new Sony GPS-CS1 GPS device allows you to record where your photographs were taken and later synchronise them to a mapping web site powered by Google Maps. The GPS-CS1 GPS device will be available next month for about $150. Sony USA Press Release SAN DIEGO, Aug. 1, 2006 –…
Casio USA Press Release
CW-E60 and CW-K85 Give Home-Made CDs and DVDs A Professional Look
DOVER, NJ, August 1, 2006 – Casio, Inc., the U.S. subsidiary of Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced today the release of two new disc title printers, the CW-E60 and CW-K85. The CW-E60 and CW-K85 provide a professional touch to CDs and DVDs for digital music, video, images and data. Organizing your business, vacation photographs and favorite music collections is now affordable and easier than ever. Throw out those markers because Casio has made it simple to label CDs and DVDs without ever removing a cap. The CW-E60 will be available at retail in August for the suggest retail price of $59.99. The CW-K85 will be available in September for the suggested retail price of $79.99.
Casio USA Press Release CW-E60 and CW-K85 Give Home-Made CDs and DVDs A Professional Look DOVER, NJ, August 1, 2006 – Casio, Inc., the U.S. subsidiary of Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced today the release of two new disc title printers, the CW-E60 and CW-K85. The CW-E60 and CW-K85 provide…
Kodak Press Release
Kodak Announces Agreement With Flextronics for Design, Production and Distribution of its Consumer Digital Cameras - Move will bring greater flexibility and cost efficiency while ensuring Kodak’s world-class quality and product leadership in the digital camera marketplace
ROCHESTER, NY and SINGAPORE, Aug. 1—Eastman Kodak Company (NYSE: EK) today announced an agreement in which Flextronics International Ltd. (NASDAQ: FLEX) will manufacture and distribute Kodak consumer digital cameras and will manage certain camera design and development functions. Under the agreement, Kodak will divest its entire digital camera manufacturing requirements to Flextronics, including assembly, production, and testing. Flextronics will also manage the operations and logistics services for Kodak’s digital still cameras. Kodak will continue to develop the high-level system design, product look and feel and user experience, and will conduct advanced research and development for its digital still cameras. Kodak will also retain its intellectual property.
Kodak Press Release Kodak Announces Agreement With Flextronics for Design, Production and Distribution of its Consumer Digital Cameras - Move will bring greater flexibility and cost efficiency while ensuring Kodak’s world-class quality and product leadership in the digital camera marketplace ROCHESTER, NY and SINGAPORE, Aug. 1—Eastman Kodak Company (NYSE: EK)…
Peachpit Press Release
Introducing Aperture, Apple’s all-in-one postproduction tool for professional digital photographers. Aperture is designed around a camera raw-based workflow, so users can import, edit, catalog, organize, retouch, publish, and archive images more effectively and efficiently than ever before. In Real World Aperture, best-selling author Ben Long takes Aperture users inside the application to provide an in-depth understanding of its tools. He also offers a slew of tips and workarounds for creating a custom Aperture workflow. Long’s coverage of the fundamental theory and practice of working with raw image files will help users master the program’s high-end editing features.
Peachpit Press Release Introducing Aperture, Apple’s all-in-one postproduction tool for professional digital photographers. Aperture is designed around a camera raw-based workflow, so users can import, edit, catalog, organize, retouch, publish, and archive images more effectively and efficiently than ever before. In Real World Aperture, best-selling author Ben Long takes Aperture…
Nikon have posted four introductory tutorial movies for their new Capture NX image editing software, covering the basic features, U point technology, controlling dynamic range and enhancement tools. Well worth a look if you’re interested in what Capture NX has to offer.
Website: Nikon Capture NX Tutorials
Nikon have posted four introductory tutorial movies for their new Capture NX image editing software, covering the basic features, U point technology, controlling dynamic range and enhancement tools. Well worth a look if you’re interested in what Capture NX has to offer. Website: Nikon Capture NX Tutorials
FotoNation Press Release
Panel Features Digital Imaging Experts Eran Steinberg, Elmo Sapwater, & John Henshall
August 1, 2006, Cologne, Germany – The Panel, “A Call to Simplify Image Capture/Print Workflow” will be presented at this year’s Photokina in Cologne, Germany, as part of the “Imaging with Mobile Devices” full day seminar. The panel features three digital imaging experts: Eran Steinberg, CEO of FotoNation; Elmo Sapwater, Columnist and Moderator; and John Henshall, Columnist, Columnist www.ChipShopOnline.com and “The Photographer” magazine (UK), who will discuss ways to effectively simplify and standardize mobile devices for ease of use in imaging. The trio will debate intelligent workflow solutions that will remove obstacles, making image printing as easy as making a phone call.
FotoNation Press Release Panel Features Digital Imaging Experts Eran Steinberg, Elmo Sapwater, & John Henshall August 1, 2006, Cologne, Germany – The Panel, “A Call to Simplify Image Capture/Print Workflow” will be presented at this year’s Photokina in Cologne, Germany, as part of the “Imaging with Mobile Devices” full day…
DIWA member Photoxels have just reviewed the Kodak Easyshare V610, the world’s smallest 10x zoom digital camera.
“The Kodak EasyShare V610 Dual Lens is overall a fun digital camera that will allow you to take great pictures. Maybe not the best as far as image quality is concerned, but for a take-anywhere [where larger ultra zoom might be frowned upon] point-and-shoot, 10x optical zoom in your pocket is worth its weight in gold.”
Website: Photoxels - Kodak Easyshare V610 Review
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DIWA member Photoxels have just reviewed the Kodak Easyshare V610, the world’s smallest 10x zoom digital camera. “The Kodak EasyShare V610 Dual Lens is overall a fun digital camera that will allow you to take great pictures. Maybe not the best as far as image quality is concerned, but for…