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LaCie has announced the LaCie Rugged XL hard drive with a capacity of 1TB. Suited for speed-intensive applications or for large-scale backups, the LaCie Rugged XL is compatible with both Mac and PC environments. In addition, it supports two key interfaces: Hi-Speed USB for universal compatibility, and the extreme speed of eSATA 3Gb/s. The new drive also includes a complete software bundle for easy formatting with LaCie Setup Assistant, as well as Genie Backup Assistant software for Windows users and Intego Backup Assistant software for Mac users. The suggested retail price is £139.9 including VAT.
LaCie has announced the LaCie Rugged XL hard drive with a capacity of 1TB. Suited for speed-intensive applications or for large-scale backups, the LaCie Rugged XL is compatible with both Mac and PC environments. In addition, it supports two key interfaces: Hi-Speed USB for universal compatibility, and the extreme speed…
We spent some hands-on time with the new Nikon D5000 at today’s UK launch. Although we couldn’t actually shoot any photos with the pre-production cameras on display, we have compiled a gallery of 22 images showing the D5000 from every conceivable angle.
We spent some hands-on time with the new Nikon D5000 at today’s UK launch. Although we couldn’t actually shoot any photos with the pre-production cameras on display, we have compiled a gallery of 22 images showing the D5000 from every conceivable angle.
The Nikon D5000 is a new DSLR camera with a vari-angle LCD monitor. The 12.3 megapixel D5000 also offers 720p HD movies with sound and D-Movie function, ISO 100-6400, 4fps burst shooting, and 11-point autofocus system with 3D Focus Tracking. The Nikon D5000 will be available in late April 2009 for £719.99 / €878.00 / $729.95 body only, or £799.99 / €972.00 / $849.95 with the 18-55mm VR lens. We’ll have a hands-on report on the D5000 from the UK launch event, later today…
The Nikon D5000 is a new DSLR camera with a vari-angle LCD monitor. The 12.3 megapixel D5000 also offers 720p HD movies with sound and D-Movie function, ISO 100-6400, 4fps burst shooting, and 11-point autofocus system with 3D Focus Tracking. The Nikon D5000 will be available in late April 200…
The AF-S DX NIKKOR 10-24MM F/3.5-4.5G ED is a new ultra-wide-angle zoom lens. Compatible with Nikon DX-format DSLR cameras, the 10-24mm F/3.5-4.5 lens boasts a focal range starting at 15mm equivalent in FX/35mm format. Available from May 1st, the NIKKOR 10-24MM F/3.5-4.5G ED lens will cost £799.99 / €972.00 / $899.95.
The AF-S DX NIKKOR 10-24MM F/3.5-4.5G ED is a new ultra-wide-angle zoom lens. Compatible with Nikon DX-format DSLR cameras, the 10-24mm F/3.5-4.5 lens boasts a focal range starting at 15mm equivalent in FX/35mm format. Available from May 1st, the NIKKOR 10-24MM F/3.5-4.5G ED lens will cost £799.99 / €972.00 /…
DxOMark have released new data for the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX150, the Fujifilm Finepix S100fs and the Olympus SP-565UZ digital cameras.
Website: DxOMark
DxOMark have released new data for the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX150, the Fujifilm Finepix S100fs and the Olympus SP-565UZ digital cameras. Website: DxOMark
Our new regular columnist, acclaimed landscape photographer <b><a href="http://www.charliewaite.com" title="Charlie Waite" target="_blank">Charlie Waite</a></b>, shares his secrets about taking great Spring photographs.
The GigaPan Epic 100 is a new robotic camera mount for capturing detailed gigapixel panoramas. The Epic 100 model fits a wider range of camera models and is compatible with almost any point and shoot digital camera. The Epic 100 also works with several smaller DSLR cameras and has a maximum weight limit of three pounds. The GigaPan Epic sells for $379 and the GigaPan Epic 100 for $449.
The GigaPan Epic 100 is a new robotic camera mount for capturing detailed gigapixel panoramas. The Epic 100 model fits a wider range of camera models and is compatible with almost any point and shoot digital camera. The Epic 100 also works with several smaller DSLR cameras and has a…
AKVIS Software Inc. has released version 3.5 of the AKVIS Retoucher software. The plug-in allows restoring damages photos by removing dust, scratches, stains, and by reconstructing the missing parts of a photo. The new version fixes bugs and improves compatibility with the newest versions of Photoshop CS3, CS4 on Macintosh and Windows. Upgrade for registered users is free.
AKVIS Software Inc. has released version 3.5 of the AKVIS Retoucher software. The plug-in allows restoring damages photos by removing dust, scratches, stains, and by reconstructing the missing parts of a photo. The new version fixes bugs and improves compatibility with the newest versions of Photoshop CS3, CS4 on Macintosh…
Rumanian software firm Bits&Coffee SRL have released version 2.5 of their image editor, BatchPhoto. With version 2.5, BatchPhoto introduces a new major feature: raw photo development. By taking advantage of multi-core processors BatchPhoto can convert hundreds or even thousands of raw images to common image formats like JPEG or TIFF in a single session. Moreover, it can also change the often meaningless names assigned by digital cameras to custom keyword-based names, in the same operation. It comes in two editions: Home and Pro priced at $29.95(US), and $59.95(US), respectively. Do note that this program is Windows only.
Rumanian software firm Bits&Coffee SRL have released version 2.5 of their image editor, BatchPhoto. With version 2.5, BatchPhoto introduces a new major feature: raw photo development. By taking advantage of multi-core processors BatchPhoto can convert hundreds or even thousands of raw images to common image formats like JPEG or TIFF…
USA Today and DiscoverAmerica.com have announced a photography competition, starting today. Amateur and professional photographers are asked “to serve as unofficial U.S. ambassadors by submitting iconic images of America that will attract foreign visitors to the USA”. The best submissions will be featured at pictureamerica.usatoday.com as well as at DiscoverAmerica.com, and the winner will be treated to four nights of double-occupancy hotel accommodations in Las Vegas, New Orleans or Orlando. Other prizes include a Kodak ESP 7 All-in-One inkjet printer and a $500 American Express gift card. The contest entry period ends at 11:59pm (E.T.) on May 8, 2009.
USA Today and DiscoverAmerica.com have announced a photography competition, starting today. Amateur and professional photographers are asked “to serve as unofficial U.S. ambassadors by submitting iconic images of America that will attract foreign visitors to the USA”. The best submissions will be featured at pictureamerica.usatoday.com as well as at DiscoverAmerica.com…
The 3rd F/STOP International Photography Festival will take place in Leipzig, Germany between 1 - 7 July, and you have until 20 April to send in your work(s). The theme of the competition is “Where Do We Go from Here?”. You can submit up to 3 individual photographs or 3 series on a CD, in JPEG format. The entry fee is €20 per submission.
The 3rd F/STOP International Photography Festival will take place in Leipzig, Germany between 1 - 7 July, and you have until 20 April to send in your work(s). The theme of the competition is “Where Do We Go from Here?”. You can submit up to 3 individual photographs or …
Festimage International Image Festival, a photography event / competition promoted by the City Council of Chaves, is now accepting entries from all over the world. There are no set topics or themes, and all photographic “genres, styles and concepts” are welcome. Each contestant may submit one work only, in digital form. Works must be sent in from 8 April to 14 May. The winners will be announced on 15 June.
Website: Festimage 2009 Rules
Festimage International Image Festival, a photography event / competition promoted by the City Council of Chaves, is now accepting entries from all over the world. There are no set topics or themes, and all photographic “genres, styles and concepts” are welcome. Each contestant may submit one work only, in digital…
FotoMaps Pro, the commercial version of FotoMaps, can now be yours at half price. FotoMaps is a photo gallery built with flash and XML that lets you put your photos on a map. Use of the software requires no knowledge of Flash or coding. While FotoMaps is free for non-commercial uses, those intending to use the software for a commercial site are required to purchase FotoMaps Pro. The Pro version also offers some extra features to extend the user experience of your photo gallery. PhotographyBLOG readers can now purchase a FotoMaps Pro commercial licence at a 50% discount by typing in photoblog in the “discount code” field at the URL below:
FotoMaps Pro, the commercial version of FotoMaps, can now be yours at half price. FotoMaps is a photo gallery built with flash and XML that lets you put your photos on a map. Use of the software requires no knowledge of Flash or coding. While FotoMaps is free for non-commercial…
Coke Zone is giving away a Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W270 each day throughout April. All you need to enter the draw is two Coke Zone points, which you’ll get for free upon registration.
Website: Coke Zone
Coke Zone is giving away a Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W270 each day throughout April. All you need to enter the draw is two Coke Zone points, which you’ll get for free upon registration. Website: Coke Zone
Avanquest Software has released Avanquest SendPhotos, a new tool that enables photography enthusiasts to organise an entire photo collection online. This tool has three components, Avanquest SendPhotos Mobile, Avanquest SendPhotos PC and Avanquest SendPhotos Web. The software is currently in beta mode, and is available as a free download. Additionally, users get 1GB of online storage space at no extra cost.
Avanquest Software has released Avanquest SendPhotos, a new tool that enables photography enthusiasts to organise an entire photo collection online. This tool has three components, Avanquest SendPhotos Mobile, Avanquest SendPhotos PC and Avanquest SendPhotos Web. The software is currently in beta mode, and is available as a free download. Additionally…
Ricoh have issued a firmware update for the Ricoh CX1 compact digital camera, which earned a ‘Highly Recommended’ rating in our recent review. Version 1.16 has corrected a part of the information on a file in the MPO / JPEG format to comply with the Multi-Picture Format and fixed the following bugs:
• If you take pictures with M-Cont. Plus, an MP file may be recorded with missing a partial frame(s).
• In Focus Bracketing, a self-timer feature may not work properly.
Website: Ricoh CX1 Firmware Update Page
Review: Read our in-depth review of the Ricoh CX1
Ricoh have issued a firmware update for the Ricoh CX1 compact digital camera, which earned a ‘Highly Recommended’ rating in our recent review. Version 1.16 has corrected a part of the information on a file in the MPO / JPEG format to comply with the Multi-Picture Format and fixed the…
The Photron Fastcam SA5 - allegedly the world’s fastest high-speed camera, which can shoot 7,500 frames per second at a resolution of 1,024x1,000 pixels - will be exhibited and demoed at the National Broadcasters Association Show. Held in Las vegas, NV, the NAB Show will take place between 18 and 23 April. The Photron Fastcam SA5 has a new CMOS sensor which can shoot at 7,500fps at full resolution, and even faster at reduced resolution settings. Photron even quote a dazzling one-million-frames-per-second shooting speed, although a quick glance at the product sheet reveals that this latter figure is valid only at a resolution of 64x16 pixels.
The Photron Fastcam SA5 - allegedly the world’s fastest high-speed camera, which can shoot 7,500 frames per second at a resolution of 1,024x1,000 pixels - will be exhibited and demoed at the National Broadcasters Association Show. Held in Las vegas, NV, the NAB Show will take place between 18 and…
Corel have announced a limited-time special offer on Paint Shop Pro Photo X2 (standard version). UK users can now purchase a license for £29 including VAT, instead of £47.50, a saving of £18.50. The offer is valid until 30 April for purchases made via the Corel website.
Website: Paint Shop Pro Photo X2
Corel have announced a limited-time special offer on Paint Shop Pro Photo X2 (standard version). UK users can now purchase a license for £29 including VAT, instead of £47.50, a saving of £18.50. The offer is valid until 30 April for purchases made via the Corel website. Website: Paint Shop Pro Photo X2
Pentax have released a firmware update for their top-of-the-line DSLR, the Pentax K20D. Version 1.03 is claimed to improve the accuracy of the Shake Reduction (SR) apparatus. Shake Reduction is the Pentax approach to sensor-shift image stabilisation.
Website: Latest Pentax K20D Firmware Update
Review: Read our in-depth review of the Pentax K20D
Pentax have released a firmware update for their top-of-the-line DSLR, the Pentax K20D. Version 1.03 is claimed to improve the accuracy of the Shake Reduction (SR) apparatus. Shake Reduction is the Pentax approach to sensor-shift image stabilisation. Website: Latest Pentax K20D Firmware UpdateReview: Read our in-depth review of the Pentax…
Olympus have issued a firmware update for the Olympus E-3, their flagship professional DSLR. The company claims that version 1.4 improves the auto-focus performance of the camera (without specifying exactly which aspect of AF performance gets a boost).
Website: Olympus Firmware Updates
Review: Read our in-depth review of the Olympus E-3
Olympus have issued a firmware update for the Olympus E-3, their flagship professional DSLR. The company claims that version 1.4 improves the auto-focus performance of the camera (without specifying exactly which aspect of AF performance gets a boost). Website: Olympus Firmware UpdatesReview: Read our in-depth review of the Olympus E-3