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The Pentax Optio M90 is a 12.1-megapixel digital compact camera with 5x optical zoom and a 2.7” Anti-Reflection rear screen. The lens has a 35mm equivalent focal range of 28-140mm, while the body features a sophisticated metal rubber coated soft-touch exterior. Improved face detection, smile capture and blink detection and 20 scene modes including an auto panorama mode round off the features list. Powered by a Lithium-ion battery, the Pentax Optio M90 will be available from mid-June for a recommended retail price of £119.99.
The Pentax Optio M90 is a 12.1-megapixel digital compact camera with 5x optical zoom and a 2.7” Anti-Reflection rear screen. The lens has a 35mm equivalent focal range of 28-140mm, while the body features a sophisticated metal rubber coated soft-touch exterior. Improved face detection, smile capture and blink detection and…
Gitzo’s new Basalt Collection of tripods, heads, monopod and microphone boom is now available in the UK. With the new collection Gitzo introduces a High Performance basalt fibre tube, created from a radical innovation of the aerospace technology used to manufacture its composite tubes, starting from the raw fibres. The new technology boosts a higher level of resin into the raw basalt fibres to increase the tube performance by up to 22 per cent depending on the tube diameter. The new high performance basalt tubes are 20 per cent lighter than aluminium and offer intermediate performance between aluminium and carbon 6X tubing. The new Gitzo Basalt Collection tripods are available from Gitzo stockists priced from £339.95 to £469.95 depending on model. The Gitzo Basalt Collection monopod GM3860C is £179.95, while the microphone boom costs £159.95. The prices of the new Gitzo centre ball heads have not been confirmed yet.
Website: Manfrotto Distribution
Gitzo’s new Basalt Collection of tripods, heads, monopod and microphone boom is now available in the UK. With the new collection Gitzo introduces a High Performance basalt fibre tube, created from a radical innovation of the aerospace technology used to manufacture its composite tubes, starting from the raw fibres. The…
PhotographyBB has announced the release of the 27th edition of the PhotographyBB Online Magazine. This issue features an 11-page special report on the release of Photoshop CS5. Additionally, photographers interested in starting their own photography business will get an overview of the type of business entity they may become, along with important considerations when selecting a business name. The magazine also has an article on simplifying your digital workflow, and for the portrait photographers they have a tutorial on creating drama through subtle selective colouring. PhotographyBB Online Magazine is available for free download through the PhotographyBB Website.
Website: PhotographyBB Online Magazine
PhotographyBB has announced the release of the 27th edition of the PhotographyBB Online Magazine. This issue features an 11-page special report on the release of Photoshop CS5. Additionally, photographers interested in starting their own photography business will get an overview of the type of business entity they may become, along…
X-Rite’s “Image Levitation” Webinar with professional photographer Eddie Tapp will be held tomorrow at 1pm EDT. This webinar will teach attendees how to apply creative and subjective image enhancements that suit their mood or creative vision. In addition, Eddie Tapp will share skin tone enhancement techniques, show how to apply fashion contrast and use edge masking, provide the scoop on “Double Smart Image Processing” and show how to integrate color management to streamline creative vision and get the desired results. For more information regarding this event, visit the website below.
Website: X-Rite Photo
X-Rite’s “Image Levitation” Webinar with professional photographer Eddie Tapp will be held tomorrow at 1pm EDT. This webinar will teach attendees how to apply creative and subjective image enhancements that suit their mood or creative vision. In addition, Eddie Tapp will share skin tone enhancement techniques, show how to apply…
One of the UK's leading landscape and travel photographers, David Noton, explains how to choose the best telephoto lenses for you.
Generations United is now accepting submissions for its annual photo contest, Stronger Together: Generations Side by Side. Open to amateur photographers of all ages, the contest organisers seek photos that “capture the power and beauty of intergenerational relationships in action, and convey the important roles that younger and older people play in each others’ lives”. Submissions for the 2010 contest must be uploaded to the Generations United Flickr group by 15 June 2010. As always, we suggest that you read the rules before entering your work.
Generations United is now accepting submissions for its annual photo contest, Stronger Together: Generations Side by Side. Open to amateur photographers of all ages, the contest organisers seek photos that “capture the power and beauty of intergenerational relationships in action, and convey the important roles that younger and older people…
Apple has released Digital Camera Raw Compatibility Update 3.2 for the Mac, adding system-level support for a number of new digital cameras. These include the Canon EOS 550D, the Leica S2 (pictured), the Olympus E-450, E-600 & E-620, and the Sony Alpha DSLR-A230, A330, A380 and A450. Furthermore, the update corrects raw processing issues with three older cameras, including the Canon EOS 30D, the Pentax K-x and the Pentax K-7.
Apple has released Digital Camera Raw Compatibility Update 3.2 for the Mac, adding system-level support for a number of new digital cameras. These include the Canon EOS 550D, the Leica S2 (pictured), the Olympus E-450, E-600 & E-620, and the Sony Alpha DSLR-A230, A330, A380 and A450. Furthermore, the update…
The Nokia N8 is a new 12-megapixel camera phone that can also record HD-quality movie clips. With a Carl Zeiss lens, xenon flash and a sensor that allegedly rivals those found in compact digital cameras, the Nokia N8 comes with 16GB of built in storage space and a MicroSD memory card slot. Users can also share location and photos via Facebook and Twitter, using a single app directly on the home screen. Available from the third quarter of 2010 at an estimated retail price of €370, the Nokia N8 comes with free global Ovi Maps walk and drive navigation, guiding people to places and points of interest in more than 70 countries worldwide.
The Nokia N8 is a new 12-megapixel camera phone that can also record HD-quality movie clips. With a Carl Zeiss lens, xenon flash and a sensor that allegedly rivals those found in compact digital cameras, the Nokia N8 comes with 16GB of built in storage space and a MicroSD memory…
In parallel with the UK launch of its X2 family of wireless memory cards, Eye-Fi is expanding its Hotspot Access service, making on-the-go uploads from the camera available from hundreds of thousands of Wi-Fi networks across the world. The service will go live in May 2010 and owners of an Eye-Fi Pro X2 or an Eye-Fi Explore X2 card will automatically benefit from the service expansion in several ways. The 8GB Eye-Fi Pro X2 is available for £119.99 including a year of access to Devicescape’s network of Wi-Fi hotspots. The Eye-Fi Explore also has a capacity of 8 gigabytes, and also includes a year of hotspot access, for a recommended retail price of £99.99. The other members of the X2 family are the 4GB Eye-Fi Connect (£49.99, pictured) and the Eye-Fi Geo (£69.99). Eye-Fi Cards are available now from UK retailers including Amazon.co.uk, Best Buy, Jessops and Warehouse Express.
In parallel with the UK launch of its X2 family of wireless memory cards, Eye-Fi is expanding its Hotspot Access service, making on-the-go uploads from the camera available from hundreds of thousands of Wi-Fi networks across the world. The service will go live in May 2010 and owners of an…
Paragon Software has just releasedParagon Drive Copy 10 Personal, a program that allows you to create a virtual clone of your PC, including the operating system; drivers and settings; and all your applications and files. Simply create a virtual clone of your PC by saving a virtual disk of your PC to an USB drive. Plug the USB drive into another computer which has a virtual player already installed and then you can use your system anytime you need it. Paragon Paragon Drive Copy 10 Personal is available at the price of £19.95.
Website: Paragon Drive Copy 10 Personal
Paragon Software has just releasedParagon Drive Copy 10 Personal, a program that allows you to create a virtual clone of your PC, including the operating system; drivers and settings; and all your applications and files. Simply create a virtual clone of your PC by saving a virtual disk of your…
Sony UK is introducing a new initiative whereby consumers can trade in their old consumer electronics goods – whether in working condition or not – in return for money off new Sony products. The campaign will run from 29 April until 11 July, the day of the World Cup final. The promotional offer is valid at participating stockists only. For more information, visit the website below.
Website: Sony Uk Trade-In Promotion
Sony UK is introducing a new initiative whereby consumers can trade in their old consumer electronics goods – whether in working condition or not – in return for money off new Sony products. The campaign will run from 29 April until 11 July, the day of the World Cup final…
Nikon has just announced the new AF-S Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II lens. Incorporating Nikon’s VR II image stabilisation technology, the AF-S Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II features Automatic Panning Detection and an Active VR Mode to help compensate for movement from an unstable position such as a moving vehicle. Additionally, VR is always engaged when shooting in the D-Movie mode on select Nikon D-SLRs, helping to stabilise HD video capture. Other highlights include Nikon’s exclusive Nano Crystal Coat for reduced ghosting and flare, and a new a/M autofocus mode that enables autofocus priority even if the focus ring is being handled during shooting. The lens projects an imaging circle that is large enough to cover FX sensors, but can of course also be used on DX bodies. The AF-S Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II lens is scheduled to be available at authorised dealers in late May 2010 with an estimated selling price of $6,999.99 in the USA, and recommended retail prices of £6249.99 / €7400.00 in the UK and the euro zone, respectively.
Nikon has just announced the new AF-S Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II lens. Incorporating Nikon’s VR II image stabilisation technology, the AF-S Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II features Automatic Panning Detection and an Active VR Mode to help compensate for movement from an unstable position such as a…
Bright blue, orange, green and purple are the new colours in which the Pentax K-x will be available in the USA. Until now, the Pentax K-x came in black, white, red and navy blue. The new colours are now available exclusively for pre-order in the Pentax Web Store. Each fresh new colour comes in a kit with a matching 18-55mm lens.
Website: Pentax Web Store
Bright blue, orange, green and purple are the new colours in which the Pentax K-x will be available in the USA. Until now, the Pentax K-x came in black, white, red and navy blue. The new colours are now available exclusively for pre-order in the Pentax Web Store. Each fresh…
While Fujifilm's new HS10 camera with its 30x lens has been grabbing the recent super-zoom headlines, the less flashy but much cheaper S2500HD model certainly shouldn't be overlooked. Competitively priced at less than £200 / $225, the 12 megapixel S2500HD offers a still-versatile 18x lens, 3 inch LCD screen, full manual control and, as the name suggests, 720p HD movie recording. Read the World's first online Fujifilm FinePix S2500HD review now.
Foundation Rwanda: An Evening of Food & Fotos, taking place at Bonhams’ Madison Avenue galleries on 13 May, will feature art for activism with several top chefs and artists showcasing fine food and photography to benefit Foundation Rwanda. The evening will feature an auction of fine, contemporary photography selected by New Yorker magazine’s Visual Editor Elisabeth Biondi, Aidan Sullivan of Getty Images, and Bill Hunt of HASTED HUNT KRAEUTLER gallery. Among the eclectic selection are works by Eugene Richards, Nigel Parry, Jonathan Torgovnik, Gillian Laub, Pieter Hugo, Paolo Ventura, Steve Pyke, Elinor Carucci, Ruven Afanador, Brent Stirton, Martin Schoeller, Platon and more. All proceeds will go to foundation Rwanda. For more information or to buy tickets, visit the website below.
Foundation Rwanda: An Evening of Food & Fotos, taking place at Bonhams’ Madison Avenue galleries on 13 May, will feature art for activism with several top chefs and artists showcasing fine food and photography to benefit Foundation Rwanda. The evening will feature an auction of fine, contemporary photography selected by…
X-Rite Photo Marketing has announced the extension of the ColorMunki Photo $50 cashback rebate offer. ColorMunki Photo is a completely integrated colour control solution to calibrate displays, projectors and printers. This promotion, which is available now through June 30, 2010, is valid on any ColorMunki Photo purchased from any authorised dealer in the USA and Canada. The ColorMunki rebate form is available for download by visiting http://www.xritephoto.com and clicking on “Hot Promotions”.
X-Rite Photo Marketing has announced the extension of the ColorMunki Photo $50 cashback rebate offer. ColorMunki Photo is a completely integrated colour control solution to calibrate displays, projectors and printers. This promotion, which is available now through June 30, 2010, is valid on any ColorMunki Photo purchased from any authorised…
The Sigma 8-16mm f/4.5-5.6 DC HSM, the world’s widest rectilinear lens for DSLR cameras with an APS-C sized sensor, is now available in the US. This is the first ultra-wide zoom lens with a minimum focal length of 8mm, designed specifically for APS-C size image sensors. The wide-angle of view of 121.2 degrees produces striking images with exaggerated perspective, enabling photographers to emphasise the subject. The lens is currently available in Canon mount at all authorised Sigma dealers for the MSRP of $1,100, and it will be available in Sigma, Nikon, Sony and Pentax mounts in the coming weeks.
The Sigma 8-16mm f/4.5-5.6 DC HSM, the world’s widest rectilinear lens for DSLR cameras with an APS-C sized sensor, is now available in the US. This is the first ultra-wide zoom lens with a minimum focal length of 8mm, designed specifically for APS-C size image sensors. The wide-angle of view…
The 47th Bièvres International Photo Fair is taking place from 5-6 June 2010 in Bièvres, France. This photo fair is a unique event in Europe that attracts tens of thousands of visitors from all over the world every year. Located 12km south of Paris, Bièvres is the place for camera collectors and other fans of vintage photographic equipment and related photographica. Additionally, the fair offers photography buffs a range of interesting lectures and conferences. For more information, pay a visit to the website below.
Website: Bievres International Photo Fair
The 47th Bièvres International Photo Fair is taking place from 5-6 June 2010 in Bièvres, France. This photo fair is a unique event in Europe that attracts tens of thousands of visitors from all over the world every year. Located 12km south of Paris, Bièvres is the place for camera…
The MicroFlip Flash Bracket is the newest invention of Conrad Sloop, former owner and designer of Stroboframe Flash Brackets. The Micro-Flip employs several brand new and patented innovations including a “flush-mount” stainless steel upright arm that is so thin it “disappears” into the DSLR’s grip yet maintains the rigidity necessary to support large flashes. This “disappearing” upright arm design makes the MicroFlip the smallest, most compact design of any fully rotating vertical to horizontal flash rotating system on the market today. Priced at $199.99, MicroFlips are in stock and ready for shipment, the distributor says.
The MicroFlip Flash Bracket is the newest invention of Conrad Sloop, former owner and designer of Stroboframe Flash Brackets. The Micro-Flip employs several brand new and patented innovations including a “flush-mount” stainless steel upright arm that is so thin it “disappears” into the DSLR’s grip yet maintains the rigidity necessary…
The Plugin Site has released Version 2 of its FocalBlade sharpening plugin for Windows. FocalBlade 2 can be described as a plugin that sharpens photos for display and print with the help of various automatic and manual tools. On top of that it also reduces noise and produces great looking blur, soft focus and special effects. FocalBlade supports one, two and three pass sharpening workflows, incorporates modes for various tasks and experience levels offering interactive explanations for each feature. FocalBlade even batch processes images with the help of actions or scripts. Compared to FocalBlade 1, the new version works 10 to 120 times faster, depending on the used settings and CPU. FocalBlade 2 is now fully scripting aware and supports smart filtering in Photoshop CS4 and CS5. A plugin that can be used in dozens of graphics applications, including Photoshop, Photoshop Elements and Paint Shop Pro, FocalBlade 2 for Windows is available for $69.95. The academic/educational licence costs $39.95. A Mac version will also be available soon, the developer says.
Website: The Plugin Site
The Plugin Site has released Version 2 of its FocalBlade sharpening plugin for Windows. FocalBlade 2 can be described as a plugin that sharpens photos for display and print with the help of various automatic and manual tools. On top of that it also reduces noise and produces great looking…