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HANNspree has introduced two digital picture frame products offering a host of multimedia features and specialty-themed designs. HANNspree’s 7-inch and 8-inch digital picture frames include features such as auto-rotation of images, multi-format memory card reader, USB 2.0 port, slideshow functionality, calendar, and built-in internal memory storage. The 8-inch model also includes an alarm clock and the ability to incorporate music and video. The 7-inch SD7021 model costs $49.99, and the 8-inch SD80M4MB is $99.99.
HANNspree has introduced two digital picture frame products offering a host of multimedia features and specialty-themed designs. HANNspree’s 7-inch and 8-inch digital picture frames include features such as auto-rotation of images, multi-format memory card reader, USB 2.0 port, slideshow functionality, calendar, and built-in internal memory storage. The 8-inch model also…
As the worldwide economic crisis worsens, Nikon has laid off 1,500 of its subcontracting staff in Thailand. according to a report by the Bangkok Post. Falling demand in United States, Japan and Canada was blamed for the decision. Nikon has four factories in Thailand, employing a total of 8,000 permanent staff and 4,000 subcontracting staff.
Website: Bangkok Post - Nikon lays off 1,500 subcontracting staff
As the worldwide economic crisis worsens, Nikon has laid off 1,500 of its subcontracting staff in Thailand. according to a report by the Bangkok Post. Falling demand in United States, Japan and Canada was blamed for the decision. Nikon has four factories in Thailand, employing a total of 8,000 permanent…
M-ROCK has released two new camera backpacks, the Zion 525 and McKinley 526. Identical except that the McKinley includes smooth roller wheels and locking telescope handle, both backpacks include a modular interior with a removable Accessory Bag and additional dividers for three set up options. Both models also include a rear compartment that can hold up to a 15 inch laptop computer. The M-ROCK Zion 525 costs $230, and the McKinley 526 $290.
M-ROCK has released two new camera backpacks, the Zion 525 and McKinley 526. Identical except that the McKinley includes smooth roller wheels and locking telescope handle, both backpacks include a modular interior with a removable Accessory Bag and additional dividers for three set up options. Both models also include a…
Canon’s EOS 40D and 450D DSLR cameras have both won the coveted DIWA Gold award. “In many parts of the world, the Canon EOS 40D and EOS 450D are top sellers in their respective categories, and our unbiased DIWA Labs tests and DIWA expert opinions tell us why. Reputed Canon quality and excellent value for money are the key reasons behind the Canon EOS success story” commented Kai Thon, Test Manager of DIWA Labs.
Canon’s EOS 40D and 450D DSLR cameras have both won the coveted DIWA Gold award. “In many parts of the world, the Canon EOS 40D and EOS 450D are top sellers in their respective categories, and our unbiased DIWA Labs tests and DIWA expert opinions tell us why. Reputed Canon…
The Fujifilm S100fs super-zoom compact camera has won DIWA Gold. “Choosing the Fujifilm FinePix S100FS with the powerful high-performance 14.3x Fujinon zoom lens covers virtually any photographic task; all in one lens. Although the camera’s image quality may not quite match a comparable D-SLR in all respects, many versatile features and a comfortable D-SLR-like design make the Fujifilm FinePix S100FS into a very sensible and budget friendly alternative.” concluded Kai Thon, test manager of DIWA Labs.
The Fujifilm S100fs super-zoom compact camera has won DIWA Gold. “Choosing the Fujifilm FinePix S100FS with the powerful high-performance 14.3x Fujinon zoom lens covers virtually any photographic task; all in one lens. Although the camera’s image quality may not quite match a comparable D-SLR in all respects, many versatile features…
Kenro’s new foldable studio light table is ideal for product shots and close-up photography. The curved acrylic board creates the illusion of an endless horizon; this means the subject appears to float against the background. The light table is portable and can be easily folded away for storage. The Kenro Light Table is available now for £499.99, or complete with three Kenro Slim Light Heads for an all-inclusive price of £962.33.
Kenro’s new foldable studio light table is ideal for product shots and close-up photography. The curved acrylic board creates the illusion of an endless horizon; this means the subject appears to float against the background. The light table is portable and can be easily folded away for storage. The Kenro…
The Pandigital PhotoLink Handheld Scanner transfers digital images into digital photo frames, PCs and laptops. You can quickly and simply scan existing color and black/white prints, up to 4x6 inches large, directly onto a convenient flash media card. In addition, the PhotoLink scanner can scan in photos that can be downloaded onto a PC or memory card for additional use. The Pandigital PhotoLink Handheld Scanner is available now for $99.99.
The Pandigital PhotoLink Handheld Scanner transfers digital images into digital photo frames, PCs and laptops. You can quickly and simply scan existing color and black/white prints, up to 4x6 inches large, directly onto a convenient flash media card. In addition, the PhotoLink scanner can scan in photos that can be…
Fantasea have launched a new photo competition for users of their underwater equipment. The best pictures of which will be chosen for the new Fantasea screensaver. The overall winner will recieve a Fantasea Nano Single Pro Set, a complete lighting system, with 10 finalists each winning a Fantasea Nano Spotter Light. The deadline for receiving entries is January 5th, 2009.
Fantasea have launched a new photo competition for users of their underwater equipment. The best pictures of which will be chosen for the new Fantasea screensaver. The overall winner will recieve a Fantasea Nano Single Pro Set, a complete lighting system, with 10 finalists each winning a Fantasea Nano Spotter…
Visual Similarity Duplicate Image Finder is an inexpensive software application that finds similar and duplicate photos on your computer, saving you hours of time. It uses advanced algorithms to find similar pictures in a way that a human does, even if they are in different image formats, different bit depth and image sizes. The Pro version even supports RAW files from most popular cameras. Jon Canfield used Visual Similarity Duplicate Image Finder to discover just how many multiple versions he’d created over the years…
Visual Similarity Duplicate Image Finder is an inexpensive software application that finds similar and duplicate photos on your computer, saving you hours of time. It uses advanced algorithms to find similar pictures in a way that a human does, even if they are in different image formats, different bit depth…
The Lens Trekker 600 AW II from Lowepro is billed as the ultimate backpack for sports and nature photographers. The main compartment can hold a 600mm telephoto lens attached to a pro DSLR, or unattached 800mm lens on its own, plus the lens hood and tripod. The Lens Trekker 600 AW II also comes with the Lowepro Pack Jack Harness System that allows you to adjust the removable torso harness to get a customised fit. The new Lens Trekker 600 AW II is available now in black and costs £199.
The Lens Trekker 600 AW II from Lowepro is billed as the ultimate backpack for sports and nature photographers. The main compartment can hold a 600mm telephoto lens attached to a pro DSLR, or unattached 800mm lens on its own, plus the lens hood and tripod. The Lens Trekker 60…
The tenth edition of the PhotographyBB Online Magazine has just been released. This month’s release includes a tutorial on better night photography, a guide on keeping your camera gear (and yourself) safe when shooting in winter conditions, Photoshopping your own personalized holiday cards, “Is CS4 worth the upgrade?,” a look at infrared photography, and much more. PhotographyBB Online Magazine is available for free download.
The tenth edition of the PhotographyBB Online Magazine has just been released. This month’s release includes a tutorial on better night photography, a guide on keeping your camera gear (and yourself) safe when shooting in winter conditions, Photoshopping your own personalized holiday cards, “Is CS4 worth the upgrade?,” a look…
The FS-610 is a new underwater housing for the Nikon Coolpix S610 and S610c digital cameras. Fantasea’s new housing design and improved construction, together with a depth rating to 60 meters/200 feet, makes the FS-610 ideal for outdoor and underwater photographers. The Fantasea FS-610 housing has a double O-ring seal on all controls, anti-glare hood over LCD screen, 46mm port ring thread and built-in diffuser. The Fantasea FS-610 is currently available for $198.95.
The FS-610 is a new underwater housing for the Nikon Coolpix S610 and S610c digital cameras. Fantasea’s new housing design and improved construction, together with a depth rating to 60 meters/200 feet, makes the FS-610 ideal for outdoor and underwater photographers. The Fantasea FS-610 housing has a double O-ring seal…
Hasselblad’s new Camera Care Plan will provide international coverage to professional photographers, including 24 hour help desk and day-to-day exchange service. Corporate After Sales Manager, Carsten Kronborg, commented “...when photography is your profession, any equipment down time is potential lost revenue or dissatisfied clients. For this reason, we have developed the Hasselblad Camera Care Plan.” The Hasselblad Camera Care Plan will also provide up to two years of extended warranty coverage on top of the standard factory warranty.
Hasselblad’s new Camera Care Plan will provide international coverage to professional photographers, including 24 hour help desk and day-to-day exchange service. Corporate After Sales Manager, Carsten Kronborg, commented “...when photography is your profession, any equipment down time is potential lost revenue or dissatisfied clients. For this reason, we have developed…
The winners of Sony Ericsson’s World View 2008 cameraphone competition have been announced. The camera phone photo entitled “Peace” by Marriane Nill from the Philippines has won the ‘Expert’s Choice Award’. Marriane received a once in a life time photography trip for two, worth £10,000. Gisela Cañete from Argentina was named as the winner of the “The People’s Choice Award”. World View 2009 will kick off in the first half of 2009.
The winners of Sony Ericsson’s World View 2008 cameraphone competition have been announced. The camera phone photo entitled “Peace” by Marriane Nill from the Philippines has won the ‘Expert’s Choice Award’. Marriane received a once in a life time photography trip for two, worth £10,000. Gisela Cañete from Argentina was…
onOne Software have released holiday-themed frames, textures, layouts, backgrounds, and adornments for their PhotoFrame 3 and PhotoFrame 4 Photoshop plug-ins. “In the spirit of the holidays, we wanted to give our PhotoFrame users free content to add to their frame, texture and adornment library,” said Craig Keudell, president of onOne Software. “This is just the first of many free frame packs that we intend to provide to PhotoFrame users so they continue to get extra value out of their software.” These free elements are in addition to the 1000+ frames, backgrounds, textures, and adornments included with PhotoFrame 4.
onOne Software have released holiday-themed frames, textures, layouts, backgrounds, and adornments for their PhotoFrame 3 and PhotoFrame 4 Photoshop plug-ins. “In the spirit of the holidays, we wanted to give our PhotoFrame users free content to add to their frame, texture and adornment library,” said Craig Keudell, president of onOne…
Ricoh have released a new firmware update for the Ricoh R8, a 10 megapixel digital camera with a 7.1 wide-angle zoom lens. The new firmware update, version 1.26, modifies the following phenomenon:
- If you make the [Level Compensation] in the playback mode to a captured image with [N640] (pic. quality / size) and with [Date Imprint], the numbers of date in the picture may blur.
Website: Ricoh R8 Firmware Update 1.26
Ricoh have released a new firmware update for the Ricoh R8, a 10 megapixel digital camera with a 7.1 wide-angle zoom lens. The new firmware update, version 1.26, modifies the following phenomenon: - If you make the [Level Compensation] in the playback mode to a captured image with [N640] (pic…
We’ve just published sample photos taken with a production version of the new Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1, the World’s first Micro Four Thirds camera. There are 40 full-sized JPEGs and 6 RAWs for you to download. Our full Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 review will be published very soon…
Website: Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 Sample Images
We’ve just published sample photos taken with a production version of the new Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1, the World’s first Micro Four Thirds camera. There are 40 full-sized JPEGs and 6 RAWs for you to download. Our full Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 review will be published very soon… Website: Panasonic Lumix DMC-G…
Adobe Configurator is a new utility that enables you to create your own panels for Photoshop CS4. Configurator makes it easy to drag and drop tools, menu items, scripts, actions, and other objects into a panel design, then export the results for use inside Photoshop. Configurator is free for anyone to use, and a full 30-day tryout version can be downloaded now.
Adobe Configurator is a new utility that enables you to create your own panels for Photoshop CS4. Configurator makes it easy to drag and drop tools, menu items, scripts, actions, and other objects into a panel design, then export the results for use inside Photoshop. Configurator is free for anyone…
Canon have updated four of their software programs for Windows and Mac OS X. The updates add new features and support for the EOS 5D Mark II camera. The latest versions are:
- Digital Photo Professional 3.5.1
- EOS Utility 2.5.1
- Picture Style Editor 1.4.1
- WFT Utility 3.3
Website: Canon Software Updates
Canon have updated four of their software programs for Windows and Mac OS X. The updates add new features and support for the EOS 5D Mark II camera. The latest versions are: - Digital Photo Professional 3.5.1 - EOS Utility 2.5.1 - Picture Style Editor 1.4.1 - WFT Utility 3.3 Website: Canon Software Updates
In 2007 the DSLR market grew by 40% compared to the point-and-shoot market, according to new research from InfoTrends. The market will grow 16% in 2008 and will not peak until 2012. InfoTrends’ research indicates that first time buyers will be drawn to ease of use, mainstream retailers (rather than specialty stores), small models, colors, and low prices. Repeat buyers will find features such as increased light sensitivity and reduced image noise, automated geo-tagging, and wireless technology appealing.
In 2007 the DSLR market grew by 40% compared to the point-and-shoot market, according to new research from InfoTrends. The market will grow 16% in 2008 and will not peak until 2012. InfoTrends’ research indicates that first time buyers will be drawn to ease of use, mainstream retailers (rather than…