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DIWA member Steves Digicams have reviewed the new Kodak Easyshare V603 camera, which offers 6.1 megapixels, 3x optical zoom lens, 2.5 inch LCD, and available for $299.95.
“The V603 also captures nice portrait images, whether shooting indoors or out. Our portrait samples showed sharp facial detail and pleasing skin tones. When using the flash in low lighting, I found it worked well as long as you stay within the flash’s range. Kodak claims it can cover approx. 8.5 feet, and I found it produced good flash exposures from about 5 or 6 feet away using the mid telephoto end of the zoom range. Thanks to the focus-assist lamp, you’ll have no problems focusing in marginal lighting; even complete darkness.”
DIWA member Steves Digicams have reviewed the new Kodak Easyshare V603 camera, which offers 6.1 megapixels, 3x optical zoom lens, 2.5 inch LCD, and available for $299.95. “The V603 also captures nice portrait images, whether shooting indoors or out. Our portrait samples showed sharp facial detail and pleasing skin tones…
The Spanish webiste Quesabesde have reviewed the 6 megapixel Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ5 camera.
Website: Quesabesde - Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ5 Review
The Spanish webiste Quesabesde have reviewed the 6 megapixel Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ5 camera. Website: Quesabesde - Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ5 Review Website: Read my Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ5 Review Latest Prices / User Reviews
DIWA member and Czech website FotoAparat have reviewed the Sony DSC-H5 ultra-zoom digital camera, offering a 12x optical zoom lens, 7.2 megapixels and a 3 inch LCD screen.
Website: FotoAparat - Sony DSC-H5 Review
DIWA member and Czech website FotoAparat have reviewed the Sony DSC-H5 ultra-zoom digital camera, offering a 12x optical zoom lens, 7.2 megapixels and a 3 inch LCD screen. Website: FotoAparat - Sony DSC-H5 Review Latest Prices / User Reviews
Norwegian website Akam.no 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.
Norwegian website Akam.no 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. Website: Akam.no - Canon PowerShot S3 IS Review Latest Prices / User Reviews
This week’s Gary’s Parries topics are:
1. $30 PhotoShop Equivalent
2. Carry That Weight
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. $30 PhotoShop Equivalent 2. Carry That Weight 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…
The Nikon Coolpix S6 is an eye-catching 6 megapixel digital camera with a distinctive “wave design”. The S6 offers a 3x optical zoom lens, large, high-resolution 3 inch LCD screen and Wireless functionality. The Nikon S6 also features the usual Nikon technologies - In-Camera Red-Eye Fix, Face-Priority AF and D-Lighting - to help improve your photos. Is the Nikon Coolpix S6 more than just a good-looking camera? Read our latest review to find out.
Website: Nikon Coolpix S6 Review
The Nikon Coolpix S6 is an eye-catching 6 megapixel digital camera with a distinctive “wave design”. The S6 offers a 3x optical zoom lens, large, high-resolution 3 inch LCD screen and Wireless functionality. The Nikon S6 also features the usual Nikon technologies - In-Camera Red-Eye Fix, Face-Priority AF and D-Lighting…
Nikon have released Capture NX as a 30-day trial version. We first saw Capture NX demoed at PMA back in February and were suitably impressed, naming it as one of our picks of the show - you should definitely download the trial version and give it a whirl.
Nikon USA Press Release
Trial Version Offers 30 Days to Test Drive Capture NX - A Powerful and Intuitive New Software That Dramatically Simplifies Photo Editing for JPEG, TIFF and Nikon RAW (NEF) Format Images
MELVILLE, N.Y., July 7 /PRNewswire/—Nikon (http://www.nikondigital.com) today released a trial version of Capture NX(TM)—a new software that is designed specifically for photographers, providing a unique and easy to understand interface with tools that photographers need, but without the level of complexity and clutter of other image editing applications. The software can be used with JPEG and TIFF format images from any source, and its patented new U Point(TM) technology offers photographers a dramatically simplified way to edit their pictures by enabling them to enhance specific areas of a picture selectively, without the use of masks, selections, or layers. Capture NX also works with Nikon’s RAW (NEF) format images, and inherits Nikon’s robust RAW processing capabilities for the highest quality results from NEF files.
Nikon have released Capture NX as a 30-day trial version. We first saw Capture NX demoed at PMA back in February and were suitably impressed, naming it as one of our picks of the show - you should definitely download the trial version and give it a whirl. Nikon USA…
JOBO AG Press Release
Gummersbach, Germany (July 7, 2006) – JOBO AG announces today that the JOBO GIGA Vu Pro evolution digital image storage and viewing device has been awarded the prestigious eighth annual American Photo Editor’s Choice 2006 Award in the Storage & Display category. In choosing the JOBO GIGA Vu PRO evolution, the editors of American Photo said, “With a bright, beautiful 3.7-inch screen, this portable multimedia player gives the Epson P-4000 stiff competition. Rubberized and shock-resistant, it offers super fast transfers from CF cards; its DVI output lets you run a digital projector directly from the unit. Our favorite feature, though, is the Evolution’s ability to receive images wirelessly from a Wi-Fi D-SLR.”
JOBO AG Press Release Gummersbach, Germany (July 7, 2006) – JOBO AG announces today that the JOBO GIGA Vu Pro evolution digital image storage and viewing device has been awarded the prestigious eighth annual American Photo Editor’s Choice 2006 Award in the Storage & Display category. In choosing the JOBO…
DIWA member and Norwegian website digit.no have published their review of the Samsung GX-1L DSLR, which offers 6-megapixels, five-point wide-area Auto Focus system, three-mode metering system and 8 scene modes.
“With a name like Samsung, known to the photographic world as a manufacturer of low-end compacts, it can’t be easy to fight against mighty, established names like Canon, Nikon, Pentax og Olympus on the D-SLR arena. Nevertheless, Samsung is one of the fastest growing companies in the industry and I woun’t be surprised if they one day is a leading D-SLR brand. The GX-1L is the first baby from their marriage with Pentax. Basically, the GX-1L is a slightly modified version of the Pentax *ist DL and comes in a kit with two amazing zoom lenses; 18-55 mm and 50-200 mm. Branded Schneider-Kreuznach D-Xenon, but obviously identical to the Pentax versions, they both deliver outstanding optical performance at very competitive prices. The GX-1L has no major weaknesses, but lacks some of the most refined features found in more advanced D-SLRs. In most respects, the GX-1L matches its main competitors, even outperforms them in terms of a larger and brighter viewfinder, larger and more detailed LCD screen, USB 2.0 High Speed interface, AA battery compatibility, yet light weight and small dimensions. Although lens performance is outstanding, the image processing performance deteriorates the capabilities of the 6.1 MP CCD sensor when images are stored as JPEGs. If you stick to the RAW format, the GX-1L will provide first class images for its class and price range. My summary is that the Samsung GX-1L in kit with the two standard zoom lenses is a price bargain it is unwise to overlook.”
Website: digit.no - Samsung GX-1L Review
DIWA member and Norwegian website digit.no have published their review of the Samsung GX-1L DSLR, which offers 6-megapixels, five-point wide-area Auto Focus system, three-mode metering system and 8 scene modes. “With a name like Samsung, known to the photographic world as a manufacturer of low-end compacts, it can’t be easy…
ACD Systems Press Release
ACD Systems Introduces ACDSee™ Photo Editor - the Groundbreaking Photo Editing Software that Redefines Digital Creativity
Victoria, British Columbia – July 6, 2006 – ACD Systems International Inc. (TSX: ASA), makers of ACDSee™ photo management software and Canvas™ technical illustration software, announced today the release of ACDSee Photo Editor – an innovative photo editing application that offers memory keepers and photo enthusiasts the tools and guidance needed to turn their digital photos into something truly special and unique. ACDSee Photo Editor helps photo enthusiasts of all levels turn their creative inspiration into photo perfection. From performing quick fixes such as lighting and red-eye correction to creating fun projects like scrapbook pages, CD covers, invitations, and more, Photo Editor walks you through the creative process, step-by-step, using interactive How-To lessons easy enough for even beginners to quickly master, yet powerful enough to handle the most creative details.
ACD Systems Press Release ACD Systems Introduces ACDSee™ Photo Editor - the Groundbreaking Photo Editing Software that Redefines Digital Creativity Victoria, British Columbia – July 6, 2006 – ACD Systems International Inc. (TSX: ASA), makers of ACDSee™ photo management software and Canvas™ technical illustration software, announced today the release of…
Epson UK Press Release
Nanohand, lasered textiles and injket micro-drops win Epson Photography Competition at the University of Cambridge Department of Engineering
July 6th 2006 - The unsuspected beauty of images from engineering is revealed today by the winners of the University of Cambridge Epson Photography Competition at the Department of Engineering. The Department of Engineering’s annual photography contest was started two years ago and is now well established with the winners having their pictures reproduced in the technical and popular press around the world. The competition is open to all staff and students in the Department. The winning photograph shows what your inkjet printer is doing, if you could only see the movement of the ink drops, moving at 6 metres per second as they hurtle towards the page. Taken by Dr Steve Hoath, a Research Associate at the Inkjet Research Centre at the Department for Engineering, it is entitled ‘Tails from the Nozzle Bank’.
Epson UK Press Release Nanohand, lasered textiles and injket micro-drops win Epson Photography Competition at the University of Cambridge Department of Engineering July 6th 2006 - The unsuspected beauty of images from engineering is revealed today by the winners of the University of Cambridge Epson Photography Competition at the Department…
Cameratown are celebrating their “2nd Annual Summer Birthday Giveaway” with over $2100 in prizes. Their grand prize this year is the new Sony Alpha DSLR-A100K Digital SLR with 18-70mm Lens. Other hot prizes include a Lensbaby 2.0, ZAP-SHOT RF Remote for Canon EOS Digital Rebels, Kingston’s Ultimate 2GB CompactFlash and SD Memory Cards, SanDisk’s 1GB Extreme III SD Memory Cards, Digiatl FOCI’s USB 2.0 Memory Card Gateway
card readers, and PhotoStory 4 from Magix.
Cameratown are celebrating their “2nd Annual Summer Birthday Giveaway” with over $2100 in prizes. Their grand prize this year is the new Sony Alpha DSLR-A100K Digital SLR with 18-70mm Lens. Other hot prizes include a Lensbaby 2.0, ZAP-SHOT RF Remote for Canon EOS Digital Rebels, Kingston’s Ultimate 2GB CompactFlash and…
Nikon UK Press Release
Nikon is pleased to support: RAINFOREST A PHOTOGRAPHIC JOURNEY 6th October – 5th November
Wednesday July 5, 2006 - “It is so exciting walking into the forest never knowing what I am going to see or discover to photograph next.” Thomas Marent
Nikon has teamed up with Proud Galleries and Dorling Kindersley to present an unprecedented exhibition of wildlife photography. Exhibiting the most astonishing personal photographic study of tropical flora and fauna ever undertaken, Rainforest A Photographic Journey at Proud Camden is the result of one man’s sixteen year love affair with the jungles of the Earth. Overcoming everything from poor light to predatory animals, biting insects, invisible diseases and intense humidity, Thomas Marent has spent his adult life seeking out and photographing the spectacular beauty of the rarest rainforest plants and creatures. From the jungles of Costa Rica, Borneo, and Peru, to Sulawesi and Australia, Proud exclusively showcases an unseen world of epic landscapes and tiny microcosms, great apes and fearsome invertebrates.
Nikon UK Press Release Nikon is pleased to support: RAINFOREST A PHOTOGRAPHIC JOURNEY 6th October – 5th November Wednesday July 5, 2006 - “It is so exciting walking into the forest never knowing what I am going to see or discover to photograph next.” Thomas Marent Nikon has teamed up…
Casio have released a new firmware update, version 1.02, for the Casio EX-Z600 camera.
Improvements Provided by This Update
V1.01-V1.02
• SDHC memory card support
V1.00-V1.01
• This upgrade fixes the problem with the “Pattern 4” slideshow effect that could cause the slideshow to stop part way through and camera key operations to freeze.
Website: Casio EX-Z600 Version 1.02 Firmware
Casio have released a new firmware update, version 1.02, for the Casio EX-Z600 camera. Improvements Provided by This Update V1.01-V1.02 • SDHC memory card support V1.00-V1.01 • This upgrade fixes the problem with the “Pattern 4” slideshow effect that could cause the slideshow to stop part way through and camera…
Fujifilm USA Press Release
Fujifilm USA has made it even easier to own the compact FinePix V10. Now priced at $299 this peppy camera gives photographers more bang for their buck.
Fitted with a large (3”) LCD and featuring 5.1 MegaPixel resolution, the FinePix V10 has Fujifilm’s Real Photo Technology for crisp pictures in low-light and Picture Stabilization for less blur in photos. The Natural Light & With Flash mode allows users to take two photos at once—one with flash and one without—in order to get the best shot every time, and for those with some down-time on their hands, the FinePix V10 has four built-in video games sure to chase boredom away!
Fujifilm USA Press Release Fujifilm USA has made it even easier to own the compact FinePix V10. Now priced at $299 this peppy camera gives photographers more bang for their buck. Fitted with a large (3”) LCD and featuring 5.1 MegaPixel resolution, the FinePix V10 has Fujifilm’s Real Photo Technology…
Imaging Resource 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.
“I like having ISO 800 available and appreciate Canon’s decision to let us pick a more aggressive Auto ISO (Auto High) for the S3 IS than the standard. I shot the mandolin strings that appear in the gallery at ISO 800 and the noise, although evident when examined closely, didn’t bother me enough to tap into one or another noise reduction filter. In short, I really appreciated the versatility that the PowerShot S3 IS’s increased sensitivity and optical stabilization provided.”
Imaging Resource 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. “I like having ISO 800 available and appreciate Canon’s decision to let us pick a more aggressive Auto ISO (Auto High) for…
DIWA member and Czech website FotoAparat have reviewed the new Sony DSC-H2 ultrazoom camera.
Website: FotoAparat - Sony DSC-H2 Review
DIWA member and Czech website FotoAparat have reviewed the new Sony DSC-H2 ultrazoom camera. Website: FotoAparat - Sony DSC-H2 Review Website: Read our Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H2 Review Latest Prices / User Reviews
TrustedReviews have cast their critical eye over the 6 megapixel Pentax *ist DL2 digital SLR camera.
“With such a small camera there is of course the danger that handling could be compromised, but fortunately this is not the case. The DL2 only has a bare minimum of external controls and they are well spaced out so they’re not crowded. The handgrip is small compared to other DSLRs, but is comfortable to hold even for my very large hands. The sculpted shape is a definite improvement over the rather cramped grip of the *ist D, and a large thumb grip at the back makes for a very secure hold.”
TrustedReviews have cast their critical eye over the 6 megapixel Pentax *ist DL2 digital SLR camera. “With such a small camera there is of course the danger that handling could be compromised, but fortunately this is not the case. The DL2 only has a bare minimum of external controls and…
CNET have the first online review of the 7 megapixel, 12x zoom Kodak Easyshare P712 digital camera.
“According to Kodak, its 7.1-megapixel EasyShare P712 was designed for “second- and third-time digital camera buyers.” Appropriately, the camera includes a higher level of control than many of Kodak’s cameras, such as manual white balance, full manual exposure, and a trio of custom picture modes. It also sports a hotshoe, which can be outfitted with an accessory flash and can record images as raw, TIFF, or JPEG files. Anyone stepping up from a simple point-and-shoot camera will likely be impressed with the level of control offered, as well as the 12X optical, 36mm-to-432mm, f/2.8-to-f/3.7 zoom lens, but a slightly sluggish start-up time and noisy images at higher ISOs will irk more advanced shooters.”
Website: CNET - Kodak Easyshare P712 Review
Website: Read our Kodak Easyshare P712 Review
CNET have the first online review of the 7 megapixel, 12x zoom Kodak Easyshare P712 digital camera. “According to Kodak, its 7.1-megapixel EasyShare P712 was designed for “second- and third-time digital camera buyers.” Appropriately, the camera includes a higher level of control than many of Kodak’s cameras, such as manual…
The winners of the June 2006 PhotographyBLOG Competition have been announced. The theme for June was “The Future” - you can view all of the entries in this gallery. Here are the 5 winners:
1st Place
“The Future” by rjvc
View this entry
1 x 24x24” or 24x18” Canvas Print of a Photo of Your Choice
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The winners of the June 2006 PhotographyBLOG Competition have been announced. The theme for June was “The Future” - you can view all of the entries in this gallery. Here are the 5 winners: 1st Place “The Future” by rjvcView this entry 1 x 24x24” or 24x18” Canvas Print of…