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DIWA member Photoxels have published their review of the Canon IXUS 750 digital camera (also known as the Canon PowerShot SD550), which has 7.1 megapixels, 2.5 inch LCD screen and 3x optical zoom lens.
“The Canon PowerShot SD550 produces very good to excellent image quality—and that is the main criteria that users would (should) be mostly concerned with. Add in fast operations with no practical shutter lag, fast and precise AF that works in low-light, accurate exposure metering, and one of the most elegant and beautifully designed body on a digital camera—and you can’t go wrong if you are looking for a take-anywhere ultra compact digital camera.”
Website: Photoxels - Canon IXUS 750 Review
DIWA member Photoxels have published their review of the Canon IXUS 750 digital camera (also known as the Canon PowerShot SD550), which has 7.1 megapixels, 2.5 inch LCD screen and 3x optical zoom lens. “The Canon PowerShot SD550 produces very good to excellent image quality—and that is the main criteria…
Luminous Landscape have reviewed the 22 megapixel Mamiya ZD digital SLR camera.
“The real question that remains is of course that of the image quality. My impression is that it is quite good, but it is not equal to that of the competition. An H1D with either a Hasselblad, Leaf, Sinar or PhaseOne digital back costs quite a bit more, but the images are of a higher quality. That will likely be because the lenses are better, and maybe because of the way the software does its job. The Mamiya software can be used, but the latest version of Adobe Camera RAW will also convert the files to standard digital photos. I found the Adobe software the better choice, but heard other photographers say the opposite.”
Luminous Landscape have reviewed the 22 megapixel Mamiya ZD digital SLR camera. “The real question that remains is of course that of the image quality. My impression is that it is quite good, but it is not equal to that of the competition. An H1D with either a Hasselblad, Leaf…
DPNow have reviewed the ColorVision Spyder2 Express, an entry-level on-screen color management tool for digital imagers and enthusiasts.
“I also compared the Spyder2express to its chief rival, the Pantone huey. The two basically do the same job, but the huey hardware is a newer design and much more compact. The software is also prettier, but I found its brightness and contrast aids less easy to use than the Spyder2express software. But where the huey trounces the Spyder2express is in its speed. The colour measurement and priofile building phase takes just a minute or so with the huey, compared to over seven minutes with the Spyder2express.”
DPNow have reviewed the ColorVision Spyder2 Express, an entry-level on-screen color management tool for digital imagers and enthusiasts. “I also compared the Spyder2express to its chief rival, the Pantone huey. The two basically do the same job, but the huey hardware is a newer design and much more compact. The…
This week’s Gary’s Parries topics are:
1. That’s No Problem, It’s A Nikon D50 Feature
2. Red-eye Guaranteed, Or Your Money Back
3. Who Was That Unsharp Masked Man?
4. AAA Battery Compatible Cameras
5. Effect Of Scene Modes On Image Quality / Resolution
6. New CMOS Image Sensor To Achieve ISO 6.4 MILLION (!!!)
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, 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!
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This week’s Gary’s Parries topics are: 1. That’s No Problem, It’s A Nikon D50 Feature 2. Red-eye Guaranteed, Or Your Money Back 3. Who Was That Unsharp Masked Man? 4. AAA Battery Compatible Cameras 5. Effect Of Scene Modes On Image Quality / Resolution 6. New CMOS Image Sensor To…
I’ve just finished reading “The DAM Book: Digital Asset Management for Photographers” by Peter Krogh (available for $22.02 in the US, £16.46 in the UK, full review coming next week) and it’s highlighted a LOT of shortcomings in the way that I archive my photographs (or rather in the way that I don’t archive them). Before I try and work out my own system, I want to find out how you all store, organise and manage your photo collections? What techniques and software do you use? How do you backup your images? What naming system do you use? Shout out now..
I’ve just finished reading “The DAM Book: Digital Asset Management for Photographers” by Peter Krogh (available for $22.02 in the US, £16.46 in the UK, full review coming next week) and it’s highlighted a LOT of shortcomings in the way that I archive my photographs (or rather in the way…
First announced in the Autumn of 2005, the Canon IXUS 55 is an ultra-compact, lifestyle digital camera that offers a lot more than just good looks. The IXUS 55 features a 3x optical zoom lens, 5 megapixel sensor, Canon’s DIGIC II image processor (as used on their high-end digital SLRs) and a 2.5 inch LCD monitor. So is the Canon IXUS 55 still a good buy today? Read on to find out.
Website: Canon Digital IXUS 55 Review
First announced in the Autumn of 2005, the Canon IXUS 55 is an ultra-compact, lifestyle digital camera that offers a lot more than just good looks. The IXUS 55 features a 3x optical zoom lens, 5 megapixel sensor, Canon’s DIGIC II image processor (as used on their high-end digital SLRs)…
Breeze Systems
BreezeBrowser Pro v1.4.2 adds support for the Canon EOS 30D and has improved color management when printing. New in BreezeBrowser Pro v1.4.2:
* Support for the new Canon EOS 30D including: raw conversion (requires Canon ZoomBrowser EX 5.6), focus point overlay and detailed display of shooting data
* Improved color management when printing images
* Fixes problems with PSD and NEF thumbnails
BreezeBrowser Pro runs on Windows and is available on a 15 day free trial from Breeze Systems’ website. BreezeBrowser Pro v1.4.2 is a free upgrade for all registered users who purchased a license within the last year. BreezeBrowser users and users who purchased a license for BreezeBrowser Pro before 23 March 2005 please see the upgrade page for details on upgrading.
http://www.breezesys.com/BreezeBrowser/index.htm
Breeze Systems BreezeBrowser Pro v1.4.2 adds support for the Canon EOS 30D and has improved color management when printing. New in BreezeBrowser Pro v1.4.2: * Support for the new Canon EOS 30D including: raw conversion (requires Canon ZoomBrowser EX 5.6), focus point overlay and detailed display of shooting data *…
REALVIZ Press Release
Introductory Discount Offer of up to 40% Until 15. April 2006
Sophia Antipolis, France (March 23, 2006) - REALVIZ, a leader in image processing software development, is pleased to announce that VTour, the latest addition to their software portfolio for content creation, is now available. The product, which was unveiled at the recent IMAGINA show in Monaco, draws on the award-winning technology of Stitcher and ImageModeler and offers users of all levels an innovative and effective solution for the creation of photo-real 3D environments from 2D pictures or panoramas. Starting directly from digital photographs, or from full 360-degree panoramas (created using Stitcher, for example), VTour facilitates the creation of 3D scenes such as interiors, or urban areas using polygonal photo-textured primitives. The results can be exported/published as either a 3D movie, or as an interactive application using 3D viewers such as Spi-V3d viewer (based on Shockwave).
REALVIZ Press Release Introductory Discount Offer of up to 40% Until 15. April 2006 Sophia Antipolis, France (March 23, 2006) - REALVIZ, a leader in image processing software development, is pleased to announce that VTour, the latest addition to their software portfolio for content creation, is now available. The product…
ePhotoZine have published their review of the 8 megapixel Canon EOS 350D / Digital Rebel XT DSLR.
“The first thing that strikes me about the EOS 350D is just how small it is, measuring just 9.5cm tall, 12.5cm wide and 13.5cm deep, with the lens it really is tiny for an SLR camera. In fact, some people may find the camera too small. I found the tiny finger grip comfortable, even though there is only room for two of my fingers, leaving my little finger with nothing to grab hold of. When the camera has the standard 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 EF-S lens attached, the camera is well balanced. This is not the case with heavier lenses from Canon’s extensive EF lens range. A battery grip is available which helps give a bit more camera to grab hold of.”
Website: ePhotoZine - Canon EOS 350D / Digital Rebel XT Review
ePhotoZine have published their review of the 8 megapixel Canon EOS 350D / Digital Rebel XT DSLR. “The first thing that strikes me about the EOS 350D is just how small it is, measuring just 9.5cm tall, 12.5cm wide and 13.5cm deep, with the lens it really is tiny for…
Ricoh have released a new firmware version, 2.01, for the Ricoh GR Digital, an 8 megapixel compact digicam based on the GR Series of 35mm compact film cameras.
- [LEFT] / [RIGHT] for [DIAL DIRECTION]
Selectable a setting value to increase / decrease using the Up-down dial and the ADJ. dial for some setting changes.
- [ON] / [OFF] for [SYNCHRO. MONITOR]
Selectable a setting of the LCD ON/OFF when you press the shutter release halfway in the Synchro-Monitor mode.
- [ON] / [OFF] for [ADJ SHTR BTN SET]
Selectable to add the feature to the shutter button for the [OK] command in the ADJ. mode or in some settings.
Ricoh have released a new firmware version, 2.01, for the Ricoh GR Digital, an 8 megapixel compact digicam based on the GR Series of 35mm compact film cameras. - [LEFT] / [RIGHT] for [DIAL DIRECTION] Selectable a setting value to increase / decrease using the Up-down dial and the ADJ…
PCMagazine have enthusiastically reviewed the 7.5 megapixel, live preview Olympus E-330 DSLR camera, awarding it their “Editor’s Choice” award.
“The camera that made one of the biggest splashes at this year’s PMA show in Orlando, Florida, was undoubtedly the Olympus Evolt E-330 ($1,100 List). And for good reason: It’s the first D-SLR to give consumers the option of framing their shots on the LCD, a feature that’s been available on lower-end digital cameras for years. That’s not the sole reason we awarded the Evolt E-330 an Editors’ Choice as a specialty D-SLR, but it certainly tipped the scales.”
Website: PCMagazine - Olympus E-330 Review
PCMagazine have enthusiastically reviewed the 7.5 megapixel, live preview Olympus E-330 DSLR camera, awarding it their “Editor’s Choice” award. “The camera that made one of the biggest splashes at this year’s PMA show in Orlando, Florida, was undoubtedly the Olympus Evolt E-330 ($1,100 List). And for good reason: It’s the…
ePhotoZine have reviewed the 7.5 megapixel, live preview Olympus E-330 DSLR camera.
“Images display excellent edge-to-edge sharpness which can be attributed in part to the quality of the kit lens included with the camera. Colour reproduction is accurate when using default settings, there is a vivid colour option which provides a bit of extra punch, especially with red and greens. The auto white-balance performs well outdoors in natural light, but when used indoors under incandescent or fluorescent lighting, images retain a strong orange cast often needing extra correction in Photoshop afterwards.”
Website: ePhotoZine - Olympus E-330 Review
ePhotoZine have reviewed the 7.5 megapixel, live preview Olympus E-330 DSLR camera. “Images display excellent edge-to-edge sharpness which can be attributed in part to the quality of the kit lens included with the camera. Colour reproduction is accurate when using default settings, there is a vivid colour option which provides…
DIWA member and Norwegian website Digit.no have just reviewed the new Sony Cyber-shot DSC-R1, a 10.3 megapixel compact camera with an APS-C sized sensor that allows for a “live” preview.
DIWA member and Norwegian website Digit.no have just reviewed the new Sony Cyber-shot DSC-R1, a 10.3 megapixel compact camera with an APS-C sized sensor that allows for a “live” preview. Website: Digit.no - Sony Cyber-shot DSC-R1 Review Latest Prices / User Reviews
DigiCamReview have reviewed the Olympus SP-500UZ digital camera, which has a 10x optical zoom lens equivalent to 38-380mm, 6 megapixels, 2.5 inch LCD screen and an electronic viewfinder.
“Announced on the 29th of August 05, the Olympus SP-500 Ultra Zoom is a new 6 megapixel digital camera with a 10x optical zoom ED lens. The cameras 10x optical zoom lens is equiv. 38-380mm on a 35mm camera. The Olympus SP-500 is available from around £199, this makes it good value for money for an ultra zoom 6 megapixel digital camera. The camera is enclosed in a sturdy black plastic body. The SP-500 records videos at 30fps and with a resolution of 320x240. The camera is fairly compact for an ultra zoom digital camera - the body measures: 105.5 x 74.5 x 71.0 mm (without protruding parts), and weighs approx. 285g.”
DigiCamReview have reviewed the Olympus SP-500UZ digital camera, which has a 10x optical zoom lens equivalent to 38-380mm, 6 megapixels, 2.5 inch LCD screen and an electronic viewfinder. “Announced on the 29th of August 05, the Olympus SP-500 Ultra Zoom is a new 6 megapixel digital camera with a 10x…
Here are the sample photos from my upcoming review of the new 5 megapixel Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS2, a few days before the full review is online. The Panasonic LS2 is a fairly compact digital camera with a 3x optical zoom lens equivalent to 35mm to 105mm on a 35mm film camera, optical image stabilzer and and a 2 inch LCD screen.
Website: Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS2 Photos
Here are the sample photos from my upcoming review of the new 5 megapixel Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS2, a few days before the full review is online. The Panasonic LS2 is a fairly compact digital camera with a 3x optical zoom lens equivalent to 35mm to 105mm on a 35mm film…
DIWA member Photoxels have the first online review of the new Nikon Coolpix P3 camera, which offers 8.1 megapixels, 3.5x optical zoom lens and a 2.5 inch LCD.
“The Nikon Coolpix P3 is quite a camera, with a very effective Vibration Reduction (VR) technology (Nikon speak for Image Stabilization) and no-hassle Wi-Fi wireless transfer of your images from camera to PC. Though it does not offer total exposure flexibility, it does give more experienced photographers Programmed Auto and Aperture-Priority modes. Add to that already very attractive mix Manual AF area frame and corresponding Spot AF area metering, AF-assist Illuminator, auto exposure bracketing and auto WB bracketing, Best Shot Selector, and many other practical features, and you have a very performing digital camera in a compact body.”
Website: Photoxels - Nikon Coolpix P3 Review
DIWA member Photoxels have the first online review of the new Nikon Coolpix P3 camera, which offers 8.1 megapixels, 3.5x optical zoom lens and a 2.5 inch LCD. “The Nikon Coolpix P3 is quite a camera, with a very effective Vibration Reduction (VR) technology (Nikon speak for Image Stabilization) and…
Colour Confidence Press Release
Birmingham UK, 21st March, 2006 - Colour Confidence, the leading independent colour management specialists, have today announced they are to be the exclusive UK distributors for the new ColorVision family of products ? all of which will be shipping by the end of March and available from www.colourconfidence.com . “The new Spyder2express is a genuinely exciting product ? to have Spyder2 technology at this price point represents a significant development for the colour management industry”, commented Geoffrey Clements, Managing Director, Colour Confidence. “The update to Spyder2 Suite and Spyder2 PRO gives many users the chance to evaluate the benefits of printer profiling and I expect these products to be a driver for the rest of the market.”
Colour Confidence Press Release Birmingham UK, 21st March, 2006 - Colour Confidence, the leading independent colour management specialists, have today announced they are to be the exclusive UK distributors for the new ColorVision family of products ? all of which will be shipping by the end of March and available…
DCResource have reviewed the new 8 megapixel Canon EOS 30D DSLR.
“From most angles the 30D looks just like its predecessor, the EOS-20D. But take a look at the back of the camera and you’ll see the most noticeable difference: a large 2.5” LCD display. While the screen isn’t as bright or sharp as the one on the Nikon D200, it’s still much nicer than the one found on the 20D or Rebel XT. The 30D is very well put together, with a metal core and solid plastic and rubber outer shell. The controls are well-placed, and Canon hasn’t gone overboard with buttons. Some of the controls, like the four-way controller and playback zoom buttons, are downright useful. Like the 20D before it, the 30D supports both EF and EF-S lenses, and the 1.6X focal length conversion ratio is unchanged.”
Website: DCResource - Canon EOS 30D Review
DCResource have reviewed the new 8 megapixel Canon EOS 30D DSLR. “From most angles the 30D looks just like its predecessor, the EOS-20D. But take a look at the back of the camera and you’ll see the most noticeable difference: a large 2.5” LCD display. While the screen isn’t as…
O’Reilly Media Press Release
O’Reilly Media Signs Eddie Tapp for New Book Series Digital Photography Tutorials to Cover Hot Topics
Miami, FL—Photoshop World—O’Reilly Media has signed an agreement with digital photography expert and trainer, Eddie Tapp. A new tutorial-based book series is in the works entitled “Eddie Tapp on Digital Photography.” The series is designed to cover specific areas of technical need for working professionals and serious students of photography, without forcing them to buy more than they need. Topics covered will range from color management, workflow, to production techniques and output. The first book covering workflow management is due to be released in July 2006. “We’re excited to be working with Eddie Tapp on this much-needed series,” comments Mark Brokering, O’Reilly Media’s V.P., Associate Publisher. “The field of digital photography is growing and evolving so rapidly—and the need for good, reliable information is greater than ever. People are looking for the kind of expertise that can come only from a master craftsman like Eddie.”
O’Reilly Media Press Release O’Reilly Media Signs Eddie Tapp for New Book Series Digital Photography Tutorials to Cover Hot Topics Miami, FL—Photoshop World—O’Reilly Media has signed an agreement with digital photography expert and trainer, Eddie Tapp. A new tutorial-based book series is in the works entitled “Eddie Tapp on Digital…
DIWA member FotoAparat have reviewed the new Olympus mju 700 (also known as the Olympus Stylus 710 in the USA), a 7.1 megapixel camera with 3x zoom, 2.5 inch LCD and a weatherproof body.
Website: FotoAparat - Olympus mju 700 Review
DIWA member FotoAparat have reviewed the new Olympus mju 700 (also known as the Olympus Stylus 710 in the USA), a 7.1 megapixel camera with 3x zoom, 2.5 inch LCD and a weatherproof body. Website: FotoAparat - Olympus mju 700 Review Latest Prices / User Reviews