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CameraTown have posted one of the first reviews of the new ColorVision Spyder2PRO Studio monitor calibration device.
“I never really thought that spending money on a monitor calibrator made sense - until now. I know there are many professionals out there that would be amazed by that statement. I got used to making a print, re-adjusting the photo, then making the print again, as my way of “calibrating” my screen. Not only is this annoying, expensive, and a waste of time, it also frustrated me continuously since an adjustment I made for one photo didn’t apply to the next one.”
CameraTown have posted one of the first reviews of the new ColorVision Spyder2PRO Studio monitor calibration device. “I never really thought that spending money on a monitor calibrator made sense - until now. I know there are many professionals out there that would be amazed by that statement. I got…
The Norwegian website Akamera.no have published their review of the FujiFilm FinePix S5500 Zoom digital camera (also known as the S5100 in the USA), which has a 10x optical zoom and 4 megapixel resolution and is the successor to the popular FinePix S5000 Zoom.
The Norwegian website Akamera.no have published their review of the FujiFilm FinePix S5500 Zoom digital camera (also known as the S5100 in the USA), which has a 10x optical zoom and 4 megapixel resolution and is the successor to the popular FinePix S5000 Zoom. Website: Akamera.no - FujiFilm FinePix S550…
PicaJet.Com Press Release 02/11/04
Digital Image Organizer with Built-In Photo Album.
PicaJet Photo Organizer 2.2 is a straightforward photo organizer that is gaining popularity among digital camera owners. The pivotal points of the software are the following - direct import from camera, one-click image sharing, automatic photo enhancement feature, easy search, built-in photo album and one-click print.
The idea behind the software is that most camera owners are not high-tech pros, so they need one program that does all photo-related tasks for them. And that’s just what PicaJet Photo Album does. Once the camera is connected to PC, the image is imported. It can then be renamed, rated and described. Later, if one need so find an image, the built-in search engine will sort images by ratings or dates. This is especially helpful when the number of images is the hundreds and thousands.
PicaJet.Com Press Release 02/11/04 Digital Image Organizer with Built-In Photo Album. PicaJet Photo Organizer 2.2 is a straightforward photo organizer that is gaining popularity among digital camera owners. The pivotal points of the software are the following - direct import from camera, one-click image sharing, automatic photo enhancement feature, easy…
The 41st PhotographyBLOG Portfolio has been submitted by Tony Welham.
“My name is Tony Welham and have been taking photographs for almost 40 years. I still enjoy creating images without any particular theme apart from recording my experiences. The images I have chosen are a sample of those.
I tend to visit remote areas and enjoy meeting local people. In addition to travel my other interests include, mountaineering, flying (PPL (A)), scuba diving and bridge.
I occasionally use a my Canon D10 digital camera but, as most of my travel is off the beaten track, I still prefer film. The camera I use is a Canon EOS3, a Canon 28-105 lens and an Epson scanner and printers.”
Website: Portfolios: Tony Welham
The 41st PhotographyBLOG Portfolio has been submitted by Tony Welham. “My name is Tony Welham and have been taking photographs for almost 40 years. I still enjoy creating images without any particular theme apart from recording my experiences. The images I have chosen are a sample of those. I tend…
The latest issue of the monthly online photo magazine, Vivid Light Photography, has just been published. It has some great articles - here are my highlights, in no particular order:
What’s the Big Deal About a Full-Size Chip? - We clear up some misconceptions regard digital SLRs and their image chips.
http://www.vividlight.com/articles/3814.htm
Gary Stanley - Put the Buzz Back in Your Photography!
http://www.vividlight.com/articles/3804.htm
Lennie Lee Rue III - Success—At Last !
http://www.vividlight.com/articles/3804.htm
Website: Vivid Light Photography - Issue #38
The latest issue of the monthly online photo magazine, Vivid Light Photography, has just been published. It has some great articles - here are my highlights, in no particular order: What’s the Big Deal About a Full-Size Chip? - We clear up some misconceptions regard digital SLRs and their image…
Steves Digicams has posted the Internet’s first review of the 7 megapixel Olympus C-70 Zoom (called the Olympus C-7000 Zoom in the USA).
“We were pleased with the overall image quality in SHQ mode. Our outdoor samples were sharp, well-exposed, and colors are nicely saturated. As we have seen on past cameras from Olympus, its Auto white balance setting was very accurate, with it being on the money most every time. There was very little noise in high/low contrast areas as well as virtually no traces of chromatic aberration (purple fringing around extreme highlights.)”
Steves Digicams has posted the Internet’s first review of the 7 megapixel Olympus C-70 Zoom (called the Olympus C-7000 Zoom in the USA). “We were pleased with the overall image quality in SHQ mode. Our outdoor samples were sharp, well-exposed, and colors are nicely saturated. As we have seen on…
Steves Digicams have just posted their review of the diminutive and stylish 4 megapixel Olympus Mju Mini digicam (called the Stylus Verve in the USA).
“We had mixed feeling about the ergonomics of this little camera. The controls are well placed, and its menu system was easy to navigate. However, you will have to learn how to hold it as its shape in rather unique. The problem is, when holding the camera with two hands your left index finger lands right on the flash. We found the “pinch” method (left thumb and index finger) worked well.”
Steves Digicams have just posted their review of the diminutive and stylish 4 megapixel Olympus Mju Mini digicam (called the Stylus Verve in the USA). “We had mixed feeling about the ergonomics of this little camera. The controls are well placed, and its menu system was easy to navigate. However…
Pocket-Lint have published their review of Adobe Photoshop Elements 3.0.
“If editing photos, or rather tidying them up to give your final image that professional look, is your thing then this is where Elements comes into its own. There are quick fix options, which apply a number of filters to compensate for any quality problems in your image. If you want to control the changes more closely, you get the option to punch the auto button or slide the slider. You can view your edited photo along side the original, so it?s easy to see if you are over-doing things. The ubiquitous red-eye removal feature is in there, which seems to be the top of most people?s lists. You can also stitch pictures together to make a larger panoramic image.”
Pocket-Lint have published their review of Adobe Photoshop Elements 3.0. “If editing photos, or rather tidying them up to give your final image that professional look, is your thing then this is where Elements comes into its own. There are quick fix options, which apply a number of filters to…
Pocket-Linte have just reviewed the 3.2 megapixel Konica Minolta DiMAGE Z10 digital camera, which features fastest-in-class startup, 8x optical “Mega-Zoom,” fast and reliable autofocusing, and energy efficient design.
“Technology has always been Minolta?s forte, and the merger has not dappened this ability. So, for example the Konica Minolta Z10 has inherited the AF of the older company, with predictive AF, which tracks the speed and movement of the subject so can predict where the AF should focus at the press of the shutter button. The camera?s fast, with a half-second start up, focusing within three tenths of a second and fast shutter release time lag.”
Pocket-Linte have just reviewed the 3.2 megapixel Konica Minolta DiMAGE Z10 digital camera, which features fastest-in-class startup, 8x optical “Mega-Zoom,” fast and reliable autofocusing, and energy efficient design. “Technology has always been Minolta?s forte, and the merger has not dappened this ability. So, for example the Konica Minolta Z10 has…
DCResource have published a review of the new 5 megapixel Panasonic DMC-FX7.
“The FX7 proves that little cameras can have image stabilizers too. If you’re tired of blurry photos (especially indoors), the FX7 can help. Sensors in the FX7 detect camera movement, and an element in the lens is shifted to compensate. This lets you use shutter speeds 3-4 stops slower than what you can use on an unstabilized camera. For example, a 1/30 sec shutter speed will result in a blurry photos for most people (unless you have hands of stone), but with image stabilization you’ll most likely get a nice, sharp photo.”
Website: DCResource - Panasonic DMC-FX7 Ultra Zoom Review
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DCResource have published a review of the new 5 megapixel Panasonic DMC-FX7. “The FX7 proves that little cameras can have image stabilizers too. If you’re tired of blurry photos (especially indoors), the FX7 can help. Sensors in the FX7 detect camera movement, and an element in the lens is shifted…
Epson Japan Press Release 01/11/04
- TOKYO, Japan, November 1, 2004 - Seiko Epson Corporation (“Epson”) today announced that it has succeeded in leveraging its proprietary inkjet technology to develop what the company believes is the world’s first ultra-thin 20-layer circuit board.
Multilayer circuit boards are normally produced by using a photolithography process to pattern a copper foil bonded to a base board. However, the industry has struggled to produce thin, lightweight, high-density multilayer circuit boards cheaply because the traditional process requires (1) thick copper layers; (2) the creation of a different photomask for each layer; (3) a complex step for forming through-holes to electrically connect different layers; and (4) a large volume of photoresist, developer, etchants, stripping agents and other chemicals.
Against this backdrop, Epson received a grant from the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO), an independent Japanese governmental agency, to develop technology for fabricating circuit boards using inkjet technology. The goal of the three-year project, which was launched in June 2003, is two-fold: dramatically reduce the energy consumed in the manufacture of circuit boards; and fabricate small, lightweight, high-performance circuit boards used in end-products such as information and communications equipment, thus helping to bring about the realization of a ubiquitous computing society.
Epson Japan Press Release 01/11/04 - TOKYO, Japan, November 1, 2004 - Seiko Epson Corporation (“Epson”) today announced that it has succeeded in leveraging its proprietary inkjet technology to develop what the company believes is the world’s first ultra-thin 20-layer circuit board. Multilayer circuit boards are normally produced by using…
Nikon UK Press Release
D70 Price Re-alignment
To celebrate the award winning success and popularity of the D70 digital SLR, Nikon are pleased to announce a price re-alignment just in time for Christmas.
From the 1st November the recommended retail price will be as follows:
D70 + 18-70DX
£899.99 / ?1344.00
D70 + 28-80mm
£749.99 / ?1120.00
D70 body
£699.99 / ?1045.00
Nikon UK Press Release D70 Price Re-alignment To celebrate the award winning success and popularity of the D70 digital SLR, Nikon are pleased to announce a price re-alignment just in time for Christmas. From the 1st November the recommended retail price will be as follows: D70 + 18-70DX £899.99 /…
Ritz Camera Centers/Mirra, Inc. Press Release 01/11/04
Mirra Digital Shoebox Featured at Ritz Camera Stores as a Must-Have Digital Camera Accessory for Protecting and Sharing Digital Photos
Beltsville, MD and Sunnyvale, CA (November 1, 2004) - Ritz Camera Centers, the largest retail camera and photo chain in the United States, and Mirra, Inc., developer of content protection and management solutions for the consumer and home office market, today announced the immediate availability of the Mirra Digital Shoebox at select Ritz Camera Stores nationwide.
An exclusive Ritz holiday promotion, the Mirra Digital Shoebox is an essential camera accessory offering 80 gigabytes of backup protection-enough to protect more than 100,000 3-megapixel digital photos. In addition to hands-free backup, the Mirra Digital Shoebox provides free, secure photo sharing over the web. The Digital Shoebox can also protect and share any kind of digital file, making it an ideal solution for home users with valuable content on their PCs, ranging from photos to music, work documents, financial records, and email.
Ritz Camera Centers/Mirra, Inc. Press Release 01/11/04 Mirra Digital Shoebox Featured at Ritz Camera Stores as a Must-Have Digital Camera Accessory for Protecting and Sharing Digital Photos Beltsville, MD and Sunnyvale, CA (November 1, 2004) - Ritz Camera Centers, the largest retail camera and photo chain in the United States…
Canon USA Press Release 01/11/04
AMERICA’S BEST SELLING DIGITAL SLR GETS A LIMITED EDITION MAKEOVER
The Canon EOS Digital Rebel SLR Returns for a Second Round with a Sleek Black Body
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2004-Canon’s EOS Digital Rebel, the camera that put the excitement of SLR digital photography into the hands of consumers, will now be available for a limited time in a new black body. The black edition of the Digital Rebel digital SLR will be available at Canon U.S.A. authorized dealers and will sell with the digitally enhanced EF-S 18-55mm zoom lens kit for $999*.
“When we introduced the Digital Rebel, we were excited to put the fun and excitement of SLR photography into the hands of consumers at an affordable price,” stated Yukiaki Hashimoto, senior vice president and general manager of the Consumer Imaging Group at Canon U.S.A. “The new black body will appeal to even more people with a more professional and fresh new look and easy-to-use advanced functions at an affordable price point.”
Canon USA Press Release 01/11/04 AMERICA’S BEST SELLING DIGITAL SLR GETS A LIMITED EDITION MAKEOVER The Canon EOS Digital Rebel SLR Returns for a Second Round with a Sleek Black Body LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2004-Canon’s EOS Digital Rebel, the camera that put the excitement of SLR digital photography…
NikonNet Press Release 01/11/04
NikonNet and ‘Legends Behind the Lens’ Honor the Work of ‘Unclassifiable’ Photographer Rick Rickman
MELVILLE, N.Y., Nov. 1 /PRNewswire/—While Rick Rickman’s work has been the definition of outstanding photography, it’s nearly impossible to put a label on his style of work. For nearly 25 years, this Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer has captured some of the most memorable and creative images in a variety of fields, including sports, outdoor, adventure, corporate, travel and news photography. It’s an oeuvre that can perhaps only be defined by calling
it “unclassifiable.”
This November, NikonNet’s inspiring monthly, “Legends Behind the Lens,” honors the work of esteemed photographer Rick Rickman. Over the last 25 years, Rickman’s work has appeared in Time, Newsweek, National Geographic, Smithsonian and Men’s Journal, among many others. His corporate clients include AT&T, Coca Cola, Magnavox, the U.S. Olympic Committee and Nikon.
“NikonNet is pleased to honor the images and extraordinary career of Rick Rickman in this November’s ‘Legends Behind the Lens,’” said Tracy Mack- Jackson, senior manager of Internet Development and Programs at Nikon Inc. “He possesses an uncanny ability to tell stories through images. Whether the photo is for a major publication or a corporate client, Rick consistently produces work that is exceptionally creative and extremely powerful.”
NikonNet Press Release 01/11/04 NikonNet and ‘Legends Behind the Lens’ Honor the Work of ‘Unclassifiable’ Photographer Rick Rickman MELVILLE, N.Y., Nov. 1 /PRNewswire/—While Rick Rickman’s work has been the definition of outstanding photography, it’s nearly impossible to put a label on his style of work. For nearly 25 years, this…
DigiCamReview.co.uk have reviewed Canon’s new entry-level digital camera, the PowerShot A400.
“Image quality is good - the images have accurate and pleasing colour, and good detail although images could do with a sharpen, unfortunately there is no option to increase sharpness in camera. Images have fairly low noise and there is very little purple fringing. Image compression doesn’t seem to cause jpeg artifacts, and there is a good range of image sizes and compression options. The macro mode is very good. The flash didn’t cause problems when the subject was too close. Auto white balance and metering seemed to be fairly good. The movie mode is good although limited in length and frame-rate.”
DigiCamReview.co.uk have reviewed Canon’s new entry-level digital camera, the PowerShot A400. “Image quality is good - the images have accurate and pleasing colour, and good detail although images could do with a sharpen, unfortunately there is no option to increase sharpness in camera. Images have fairly low noise and there…
BIOS magazine have posted one of the first reviews of the new ColorVision Spyder2 monitor calibration device.
“If you work with digital images on a regular basis, a calibrated monitor is essential in order to produce prints that resemble their on-screen counterparts. ColorVision’s Spyder2Pro is a monitor calibrator that works well with both PCs and Macs and will help you to achieve consistent and neutral grey values as well as exceptionally smooth tonal response on CRTs, LCD and laptop displays. New optimised hardware that’s easier to attach to monitors, and new photo sensors that are around five times more sensitive during calibration than the previous model, help you to improve your display’s colour uniformity more effectively on different monitors relatively quickly and easily. Spyder2Pro Studio is one of the most effective and attractively priced products for professionals, although its results on a laptop screen were less impressive.”
Website: BIOS - ColorVision Spyder2 Review
BIOS magazine have posted one of the first reviews of the new ColorVision Spyder2 monitor calibration device. “If you work with digital images on a regular basis, a calibrated monitor is essential in order to produce prints that resemble their on-screen counterparts. ColorVision’s Spyder2Pro is a monitor calibrator that works…
Pocket-Lint have just posted their review of the diminutive and stylish 4 megapixel Olympus Mju Mini digicam (called the Stylus Verve in the USA).
“Overall the Mju-mini is a pocket full of dynamite. The design looks great and Olympus fans will be delighted by the familiarity of the controls and functions. It’s nice to see Olympus getting the bit between their teeth again and developing their mainstay products in intelligent new directions.”
Pocket-Lint have just posted their review of the diminutive and stylish 4 megapixel Olympus Mju Mini digicam (called the Stylus Verve in the USA). “Overall the Mju-mini is a pocket full of dynamite. The design looks great and Olympus fans will be delighted by the familiarity of the controls and…
Canon USA Press Release 01/11/04
COMPLETE THE PLAY FOR GREAT IMAGES WITH CANON’S CONNECT AND SCORE REBATE PROMOTION
Consumers Can Score A Visa Gift Card Worth Up To $100 In Value When They Purchase Select Canon Digital Cameras or Camcorders with the Select Photo Printer
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2004 - At the Super Bowl or high school playoffs, catching the photo of the game winning touchdown is a moment that deserves a fine print to share with friends and family. This football season consumers can connect their favorite Canon digital cameras or MiniDV camcorders to Canon’s popular photo printers, and score great photographs while qualifying for valuable rebates up to $100.
Canon, an official sponsor of the NFL is the only manufacturer that can supply a complete digital imaging solution that includes digital SLR, digital compact cameras, camcorders and photo printers. Canon is supporting this consumer promotion with an NFL themed advertising campaign that features five-second spots added to Canon’s existing television advertising as well as one-quarter page ads featuring the Connect and Score promotion.
Canon USA Press Release 01/11/04 COMPLETE THE PLAY FOR GREAT IMAGES WITH CANON’S CONNECT AND SCORE REBATE PROMOTION Consumers Can Score A Visa Gift Card Worth Up To $100 In Value When They Purchase Select Canon Digital Cameras or Camcorders with the Select Photo Printer LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., Nov. 1…
Canon USA Press Release 01/11/04
“CASH IN WITH CANON” REBATE PROGRAM RETURNS FOR ANOTHER SEASON WITH HARD HITTING REBATES AND PROMOTIONS
Canon Rebate Program Offers Hundreds of Dollars in Rebates, And A Chance To Win A Trip To The Pro Bowl In Hawaii To Shoot On The Sidelines
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2004 - Football games, tailgate parties, and parking lot pick-up games are all great opportunities for consumers to capture their memories with a quality digital camera system. Canon’s Cash In With Canon Rebate Program returns this year from Oct. 15, 2004 to Jan. 31, 2005 with double and triple rebates on popular products. Additionally, every rebate claim received by January 4, 2005 earns a chance to win the Canon Fantasy Photographer Sweepstakes.
Canon is offering mail-in rebates from $15 to $50 for select EF lenses and a $100 mail-in rebate for the EOS Digital Rebel. Purchasing two eligible products doubles the rebate amount for both products, while purchasing three or more eligible products triples the rebate amount for all eligible products.* Additionally, Canon is offering rebates on select EX-series Speedlites and all IS (Image Stabilizer) Binoculars. These items are not eligible for double or triple rebates.
Canon USA Press Release 01/11/04 “CASH IN WITH CANON” REBATE PROGRAM RETURNS FOR ANOTHER SEASON WITH HARD HITTING REBATES AND PROMOTIONS Canon Rebate Program Offers Hundreds of Dollars in Rebates, And A Chance To Win A Trip To The Pro Bowl In Hawaii To Shoot On The Sidelines LAKE SUCCESS…