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DxO Labs Press Release
NEW DXO OPTICS PRO V3.5 SOFTWARE NOW AVAILABLE IN STORES AND ONLINE
Enhanced optical correction possibilities and greater processing speed are the hallmarks of this free new upgrade which also adds support for the Canon EOS 5D
New York, NY—November 17, 2005 – DxO Labs announced today that DxO Optics Pro v3.5 Digital SLR and lens automatic image quality enhancement software is available for download at the company’s e-store (http://store.dxo.com) and via selected resellers.
DxO Optics Pro v3.5 incorporates DxO Optics Engine v2, a more powerful edition of DxO Labs’ award-winning optical correction engine extending the software’s capabilities for automatically removing unwanted color fringes including “purple fringing”; preserving greater image detail through improvements to DxO’s Lens Softness removal capabilities; as well as preserving up to 40% more image area when eliminating geometric distortion. Other improvements include an enhanced user interface as well as dramatically increased batch processing speed (by up to 100%) on multi-processor computers.
DxO Labs Press Release NEW DXO OPTICS PRO V3.5 SOFTWARE NOW AVAILABLE IN STORES AND ONLINE Enhanced optical correction possibilities and greater processing speed are the hallmarks of this free new upgrade which also adds support for the Canon EOS 5D New York, NY—November 17, 2005 – DxO Labs announced…
Altostorm Software Press Release
Make Your Panoramic Photos Straight!
Altostorm Rectilinear Panorama, a slim plug-in for Adobe Photoshop and any other compatible image editor, features an innovative image correcting technology to eliminate any geometric distortions in panoramic photos
Altostorm Software, a developer of image processing software, today announces the release of version 1.2 of Rectilinear Panorama. Designed as a filter plug-in for Adobe Photoshop, and other compatible image editors, Rectilinear Panorama gives you a pain-free ability to correct different types of geometric image distortions, including lens, perspective and panorama distortions. Along with panoramic images, the filter can process non-panoramic ones, be they scans or digital photos. Thanks to the unique image transformation technology and definition system of visual distortions, Rectilinear Panorama helps you recover original object shapes almost hands down, leaving the need for manual configuration of settings behind the scene.
Altostorm Software Press Release Make Your Panoramic Photos Straight! Altostorm Rectilinear Panorama, a slim plug-in for Adobe Photoshop and any other compatible image editor, features an innovative image correcting technology to eliminate any geometric distortions in panoramic photos Altostorm Software, a developer of image processing software, today announces the release…
Adobe have released a new version, 1.0.3, of Adobe Bridge. The Adobe Bridge 1.0.3 update delivers improved product reliability. This update is recommended for all Adobe Bridge customers.
Website: Adobe Bridge (Windows)
Website: Adobe Bridge (MAC)
Adobe have released a new version, 1.0.3, of Adobe Bridge. The Adobe Bridge 1.0.3 update delivers improved product reliability. This update is recommended for all Adobe Bridge customers. Website: Adobe Bridge (Windows) Website: Adobe Bridge (MAC)
Samsung have announced plans to add mobile TV and movie playback to their future digital cameras. In an article on the Korea Times website, a company spokesperson said “Our DMB cameras will compete against phones as we will arm them with a screen as large as 3 inches diagonally, much larger than today’s DMB phones at about 2.2 inches.” Samsung also stated that they aim to become one of the top 3 digital camera makers by 2007, which is to say the least an aggressive aim. It remains to be seen if adding new features previosuly unseen in digicams will tempt buyers to purchase a Samsung product.
Website: The Korea Times - Samsung to Couple TV With Digital Camera
Samsung have announced plans to add mobile TV and movie playback to their future digital cameras. In an article on the Korea Times website, a company spokesperson said “Our DMB cameras will compete against phones as we will arm them with a screen as large as 3 inches diagonally, much…
Imaging Resource 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.
“Sony’s Cyber-shot DSC-R1 is one of the latest in the long (and incredibly broad) line of digital cameras that reflects Sony’s commanding position in the digital camera marketplace. The Sony R1 (considerably) extends the high range of the Cyber-shot line, offering a full 10.3 megapixels of resolution, via a Sony-built CMOS sensor. The CMOS sensor in the DSC-R1 is just slightly smaller than the “APS-C” size imagers used in most current digital SLRs, and brings with it the expected improvement in image noise levels and ISO sensitivity that naturally accompany larger sensor chips. At the same time though, the Sony DSC-R1 takes advantage of the low power consumption of CMOS to provide a live electronic viewfinder display, something missing in typical SLR camera designs. Because it needs no bulky mirror assembly, the rear element of the Sony DSC-R1’s 5x zoom lens can get much closer to the sensor’s surface, greatly reducing chromatic aberration and improving corner to corner sharpness. A unique, 2.0” top-mounted, swiveling LCD monitor rounds out the package. Taken as a package, the Sony DSC-R1 delivers excellent optical and image quality at an affordable price, and is sure to present a compelling proposition for many photographers who might otherwise be considering a digital SLR.”
Imaging Resource 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. “Sony’s Cyber-shot DSC-R1 is one of the latest in the long (and incredibly broad) line of digital cameras that reflects Sony’s commanding position in…
DigitalCameraInfo 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.
“The Kodak EasyShare P880 is the flagship model of the manufacturer’s new Performance Series. The 8 megapixel digital camera was announced in August 2005 and released just in time for the holiday shopping rush. With its 1/1.8-inch CCD and Kodak Color Science Chip, the P880 has SLR-like qualities while still being marketed as easy to use. While it is SLR shaped, the wide 24-140mm (equivalent) Schneider-Kreuznach 5.8x optical zoom lens cannot be taken off. The Kodak P880 also has a 2.5-inch LCD screen and an electronic viewfinder. This SLR-shaped digital camera sells for a retail price of $599, which is more than most compacts but less than even entry level consumer DSLRs. This is exactly where Kodak wants the P880.”
DigitalCameraInfo 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. “The Kodak EasyShare P880 is the flagship model of the manufacturer’s new Performance Series. The 8 megapixel digital camera was…
DIWA member LetsGoDigital 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.
“During a press-conference August of this year, Canon introduced a new line of digital cameras, among which the new Canon Digital IXUS 750 digital camera. This camera is the latest top model in the successful IXUS line of digital cameras. The Canon IXUS 750 succeeds the IXUS 700 and has an attractive stainless steel body. As far as looks are concerned, the Digital IXUS 750 does not differ much from its predecessor. It’s safe to say that a digital camera from the IXUS line virtually always ensures a successful sale. The model has become a brand name in itself, an impressive achievement! “
Website: LetsGoDigital - Canon IXUS 750 Review
DIWA member LetsGoDigital 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. “During a press-conference August of this year, Canon introduced a new line of digital cameras, among…
DCViews 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.
“When we tested the S400 or IXUS 400 in October 2003 we mentioned that we had lost count on the number of Digital Elphs in existence at that time. Two years on, it is clear that it is not a question of how many more Elphs Canon will release but when the next one will arrive. With most manufacturers replacing or updating digital models almost every six months, Canon keep supplying us with a steady stream of new compacts of which the SD550, or IXUS750 as it is called in certain markets, is the most recent one. With a 7-megapixel sensor, a fast 9-point AiAF autofocus system and 3x optical zoom the SD550 is now Canon’s top model in the series, sporting a huge 2.5” LCD screen and an ultra compact stainless steel body. As we have come to expect, all Elphs are built like the proverbial tank and will be good for many years of photo fun. Our personal IXUS400 is now more than two years old and although its design and features are becoming a bit dated it is still going strong after more than 10.000 images.”
Website: DCViews - Canon IXUS 750 Review
DCViews 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. “When we tested the S400 or IXUS 400 in October 2003 we mentioned that we had lost count…
The Czech website Digineff have published their review of the new Fujifilm FinePix E900 Zoom, a 9 megapixel digital camera with a 4x optical zoom lens equivalent to 32-128mm and an ISO range of ISO 80 to ISO 800.
The Czech website Digineff have published their review of the new Fujifilm FinePix E900 Zoom, a 9 megapixel digital camera with a 4x optical zoom lens equivalent to 32-128mm and an ISO range of ISO 80 to ISO 800. Website: Digineff - Fujifilm FinePix E900 Zoom Review Latest Prices / User Reviews
The Saturday Shout gives you the opportunity to voice your opinion and vent your spleen about a hot photography topic. This week focuses on the digital SLR vs advanced compact camera debate. Some digital camera companies are increasingly focusing on DSLRs and moving away from compact digicams. Digital SLR cameras are quickly becoming cheaper, with more features at a lower price than ever before. On the other hand, advanced compact cameras offer an all-in-one solution, sometimes with huge zoom lenses, and they are often promoted as a genuine alternative to a digital SLR.
So which one would you buy, why would you buy it, and which specific models would you recommend? Shout out now…
The Saturday Shout gives you the opportunity to voice your opinion and vent your spleen about a hot photography topic. This week focuses on the digital SLR vs advanced compact camera debate. Some digital camera companies are increasingly focusing on DSLRs and moving away from compact digicams. Digital SLR cameras…
Here are the stand-out news stories from the last 7 days:
New Cameras
Mustek GSmart-S50
Rollei dp6500
Rollei da5324
New Accessories
Dell 964 All-In-One Printer
Kingston 15-In-1 Hi-Speed Reader
Lexmark X8350 Office All-in-One Plus Photo
Sigma APO 135-400mm F4.5-5.6 DG
New Software
RawShooter Color Engine
Other Headlines
See the Nikon D200 First in the UK
Focus on Imaging 2006
Record Profits for Nikon
Here are the stand-out news stories from the last 7 days: New CamerasMustek GSmart-S50Rollei dp6500Rollei da5324 New AccessoriesDell 964 All-In-One PrinterKingston 15-In-1 Hi-Speed ReaderLexmark X8350 Office All-in-One Plus PhotoSigma APO 135-400mm F4.5-5.6 DG New SoftwareRawShooter Color Engine Other HeadlinesSee the Nikon D200 First in the UKFocus on Imaging 2006Record Profits…
Dell Press Release
Enhanced Performance, Advanced Photo Features Make Photo AIO Printer 964 Ideal for Home and Business Use
Round Rock, Texas, November 17, 2005 - Dell today introduced the Dell Photo All-In-One Printer 964, a small, fast multifunction product with advanced photo features. Priced at $199, the Dell Photo AIO Printer 964 is ideal for homes and businesses that need sharp, economical document and photo printing as well as copier and fax capabilities.
It incorporates advanced features such as a 50-page automatic document feeder and a built-in fax modem for stand alone faxing. In addition, its media card reader and Pictbridge port allow users to print photos directly from memory cards or digital cameras. Images can be previewed on the 2.4 inch LCD screen or saved from memory cards directly to the PC using the Memory Card Manager.
Dell Press Release Enhanced Performance, Advanced Photo Features Make Photo AIO Printer 964 Ideal for Home and Business Use Round Rock, Texas, November 17, 2005 - Dell today introduced the Dell Photo All-In-One Printer 964, a small, fast multifunction product with advanced photo features. Priced at $199, the Dell Photo…
Ulead Press Release
Ulead Announces All-new Pocket Series Software for Quick and Easy DVD Creation.
Consumer-oriented creativity applications offer simple and direct method to make high-quality DVDs of photos and video.
Taipei, Taiwan – November 17th 2005 - Ulead Systems, Inc., a 16-year industry leader in video, image and DVD software, today announced the release of Ulead® Pocket Slideshow and Ulead® Pocket DV Show, the first applications in a new series of consumer-oriented DVD creativity software. Ulead Pocket series software is designed to appeal to novice or first-time users by presenting a dramatically simplified, single-purpose, approach to burning digital photos and video onto DVD for viewing on TV.
“Imagine being able to turn digital photos and video into playable discs as easily as putting your camera into your pocket and taking out a finished DVD,” said Dr. Eldon Liu, president of Ulead. “That’s our goal with the new Pocket software series. Users just follow a few simple onscreen instructions, much like using a kiosk or cash machine, to produce a high-quality DVD.”
Ulead Press Release Ulead Announces All-new Pocket Series Software for Quick and Easy DVD Creation. Consumer-oriented creativity applications offer simple and direct method to make high-quality DVDs of photos and video. Taipei, Taiwan – November 17th 2005 - Ulead Systems, Inc., a 16-year industry leader in video, image and DVD…
Solutions Expo Press Release
If you’re a professional photographer and you want to stay ahead in the world of digital photography then Nikon’s Solutions Expo is for you. This FREE two-day conference led exhibition, features the experts behind the newest products in a series of major presentations and interactive seminars from Nikon and its partners.
Nikon’s new D200 digital SLR goes on sale on December 15th - but you can see it first at Solutions Expo. 10.2 megapixels, new 11-area AF system, D2X processing engine all for an exceptional body only price of just £1299.99
Solutions Expo Press Release If you’re a professional photographer and you want to stay ahead in the world of digital photography then Nikon’s Solutions Expo is for you. This FREE two-day conference led exhibition, features the experts behind the newest products in a series of major presentations and interactive seminars…
Kingston Technology Press Release
The Perfect Companion for Professionals Who Demand High Transfer Rates with Speed and Reliability
Fountain Valley, CA – November 17, 2005 – Kingston® Technology Company, Inc., the independent world leader in memory products, today announced the release of its new Kingston® 15-in-1 Hi-Speed Reader.
Designed to support 15 popular types of Digital Memory cards using four media ports, this USB 2.0 Hi-Speed reader delivers up to 480 Mbps data transfer rates for high-resolution images, data and more. Kingston’s 15-in-1 Reader installs quickly and easily with its plug-and-play design and is backward compatible with USB 1.1 specification standards. It is the essential reader to suit faster speed cards currently offered in the market, including Kingston’s SD Ultimate memory card with 133x write speed.
Kingston Technology Press Release The Perfect Companion for Professionals Who Demand High Transfer Rates with Speed and Reliability Fountain Valley, CA – November 17, 2005 – Kingston® Technology Company, Inc., the independent world leader in memory products, today announced the release of its new Kingston® 15-in-1 Hi-Speed Reader. Designed to…
DALSA Corporation Press Release
WATERLOO, ONTARIO—(CCNMatthews - Nov. 17, 2005) - DALSA Corporation (TSX:DSA), an international high performance semiconductor and electronics company, today announced that its next generation 33 mega-pixel and 28 mega-pixel CCD image sensors chips have been designed into new digital camera backs.
The new Leaf Aptus 75 medium and large format digital camera back, which was recently launched at the PhotoPlus Expo, is powered by DALSA’s new 33 mega-pixel FTF5066 CCD image sensor. The camera back, which will begin shipping in November, produces stunning 16 bit images with file sizes of nearly 200 megabytes. The Leaf Aptus 65, which will be available early in 2006, features the 28 mega-pixel FTF6146 DALSA chip and generates high quality 160 megabyte image files, also at 16 bit.
DALSA Corporation Press Release WATERLOO, ONTARIO—(CCNMatthews - Nov. 17, 2005) - DALSA Corporation (TSX:DSA), an international high performance semiconductor and electronics company, today announced that its next generation 33 mega-pixel and 28 mega-pixel CCD image sensors chips have been designed into new digital camera backs. The new Leaf Aptus 7…
Nikon Press Release
MELVILLE, N.Y., Nov. 17 /PRNewswire/—In the field of advertising photography, it is widely known that photographers must adapt to the changing times. Al Satterwhite chooses to make adjustments while staying true to his own vision through his sense of composition and bold use of color. It is for this reason that NikonNet’s inspiring monthly showcase, “Legends Behind the Lens” will honor his work this November. Satterwhite is an esteemed advertising photographer who works with both still photography and film.
Satterwhite has had a busy career. While still in high school he shot for the St Petersburg Times, then moved on to ten years of freelance magazine work, shooting assignments for Fortune, Car & Driver, Life, Time, Newsweek, People, #Sports Illustrated and Travel & Leisure, among other top magazines. In 1980, he began a 15-year run of national and international advertising photography. His clients included American Express, Kodak, Porsche, Saab, Coca Cola and Nikon. He also found time to lecture, conduct workshops, work on book projects, including A Day in the Life of Spain, Lights! Camera! Advertising! and Satterwhite on Color & Design.
Nikon Press Release MELVILLE, N.Y., Nov. 17 /PRNewswire/—In the field of advertising photography, it is widely known that photographers must adapt to the changing times. Al Satterwhite chooses to make adjustments while staying true to his own vision through his sense of composition and bold use of color. It is…
DIWA member Steves Digicams have reviewed the Olympus E-500, an 8 megapixel DSLR with a 2.5 inch LCD screen in a body with a classic penta-prism design.
“The E-500’s 8-megapixel imager offers plenty of resolution, an advantage over its 6-megapixel competitors both for producing large prints and high-quality cropped images. The E-500’s results were well-exposed, and color reproduction was realistic. The E-500’s image quality was very good at ISO 100 and 200. At higher ISO’s, noise becomes evident; while 400 is very usable, noise becomes evident in shadow and midtone areas at ISO 800, and there’s noise throughout the image at ISO 1600 as well as very noticeable reduction in image detail.”
DIWA member Steves Digicams have reviewed the Olympus E-500, an 8 megapixel DSLR with a 2.5 inch LCD screen in a body with a classic penta-prism design. “The E-500’s 8-megapixel imager offers plenty of resolution, an advantage over its 6-megapixel competitors both for producing large prints and high-quality cropped images…
Imaging Resource have published their review of the 8 megapixel Konica Minolta DiMAGE X1.
“This year, the latest model continuing the heritage of the “X” line is the Konica Minolta DiMAGE X1. While a little bigger than, and visually quite dramatically different to its recent X-series predecessors, the X1 will still feel familiar to anybody who’s used those cameras - and its new Anti Shake feature is a very welcome addition. The high resolution of eight megapixels offers good detail and sharpness, but unfortunately comes at a cost, as the maximum ISO sensitivity is just 200. The body design may be very stylish looking, but is perhaps somewhat less practical, being a magnet for fingerprints and smudges. The X1 is very much representative of the Konica Minolta merger, a slim X-series camera in the shiny reflective skin of a Konica G-series. In some ways, the DiMAGE X1 is a departure from what have been some of the mainstays of the X-series.”
Website: Imaging Resource - Konica Minolta DiMAGE X1 Review
Imaging Resource have published their review of the 8 megapixel Konica Minolta DiMAGE X1. “This year, the latest model continuing the heritage of the “X” line is the Konica Minolta DiMAGE X1. While a little bigger than, and visually quite dramatically different to its recent X-series predecessors, the X1 will…
ePhotoZine have reviewed the new entry-level Konica Minolta Dynax 5D digital SLR camera.
“The Dynax 5D has an innovative feature that was first introduced on Konica Minolta’s consumer digital cameras such as the A1 and Z3 and its big brother, the 7D. Where other brands incorporate a camera shake reduction system in their lenses, this one is built in to the camera so all the lenses of the existing Dynax range will work with it. You can turn this on or off as you please with the switch on the rear and when on you see what can only be described as a small bar graph on the bottom right of the viewfinder display.”
Website: ePhotoZine - Konica Minolta Dynax 5D Review
ePhotoZine have reviewed the new entry-level Konica Minolta Dynax 5D digital SLR camera. “The Dynax 5D has an innovative feature that was first introduced on Konica Minolta’s consumer digital cameras such as the A1 and Z3 and its big brother, the 7D. Where other brands incorporate a camera shake reduction…