Nov
12
2008
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Wednesday, 12 November 2008 |
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Canon has releases the update 1.4.0 for its RAW Codec. When installed in Windows Vista/Windows XP SP2/SP3, the new codec enables the import and display of RAW images (with the extension .CR2) that are taken with Canon cameras. The new codec also provides support for new cameras like the Canon EOS 5D Mark II and EOS 50D.
Click here to download Canon RAW Codec 1.4.0 |
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Nov
08
2008
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Saturday, 08 November 2008 |
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Olympus has announced the E-30, a new 12.3 megapixel Four Thirds Standard DSLR camera that is positioned between the pro E-3 and consumer E-520 models. The Olympus E-30 will be available from mid-January 2009 and retail for $1300 body only.
I know it is too early to make a judgement, but i believe the price is a little too high compared to the competition like Nikon D90, Canon 50D (which has already came down to $1.200 level), Sony A700 etc. considering the feature set it offers. Even Olympus E-3 has a street price of $1.400 and offers a weather sealed body and a much better viewfinder. E-30 has a 2 MP advantage over E-3 but I really wonder if this will make significant amount of improvement in the IQ department. High ISO noise levels is the weakest link of the Olympus system and dealing with the extra 2 MP is surely a big challenge for Olympus engineers. Lets wait and see. Anyway, a price range of $900-$1.000 for E-30 would be more reasonable in my opinion.
Other Features of E-30:
The Olympus E30 offers Live View with free-angle 2.7” LCD screen (E-3 has 2.5" LCD), 11-point autofocus, 5fps sequential shooting, max. shutter speeds of up to 1/8000th sec, Supersonic Wave Filter dust reduction system and built-in image stabilisation. In addition, the E30 offers six Art Filters (Pop Art, Soft Focus, Pale & Light Colour, Light Tone, Grainy Film and Pin Hole), and there’s also a Multiple Exposure mode and nine separate aspect ratios. An integrated Level Gauge appears on the LCD, in the viewfinder, and on the Control Panel on the back of the camera, so your horizons should always be straight.
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Nov
04
2008
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Tuesday, 04 November 2008 |
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Mastering the Nikon D300 is a new book by Darrell Young, providing step-by-step menu setting adjustments coupled with illustrations and logical explanations for each option. Darrell shares his experience and knowledge while explaining the hows and whys in simple terminology with his friendly and informative manner.
The book also covers additional Nikon equipment, such as the use of optional Speedlights. Frequent references to the user manual provided by Nikon (with specific page references) allow the reader to easily navigate past the confusion that often comes with new equipment.
Topics include:
* Metering systems
* Auto and manual modes
* Custom setting banks
* Histograms and white balance settings
* Shooting menu banks
* Auto and custom settings
* Picture controls and playback menus
* Set up, retouch, and My menus
* Nikon Creative Lighting System
* Tips and tricks and much more
Purchase Mastering the Nikon D300 with a special price!
Publisher: Rocky Nook
Darrell Young
ISBN: 9781933952345, 256 pages
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Nov
01
2008
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Saturday, 01 November 2008 |
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Canon 50D, successor to the popular 40D, features a 15.1 megapixel CMOS sensor, DIGIC 4 image processor, Live View, ISO 100-12800, 6.3 fps and AF Fine Tuning ability. EOS 50D is the highest resolution APS-C DSLR in the market which makes it very tempting but my experience so far (which is also supported with more advanced testings like the one in dpreview) is that this advantage in resolution is only observed when using the best lenses, otherwise there is very little difference in terms of extra detail compared to its older brother 40D and the EOS 450D (Dİgital Rebel Xsi). The noise level is very good though, considering its having the highest pixel density in its class. Below are the list of best reviews of the Canon EOS 50D published on the web so far.
Canon EOS 50D Body Only at Amazon
Canon 50D with 28-135mm LENS at Amazon
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Oct
30
2008
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Thursday, 30 October 2008 |
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The Canon PowerShot G10 - successor to the popular PowerShot G9- features 14.7 MP image sensor, 5x optical zoom (28-140mm equivalent), Canon's latest DIGIC 4 image processor, a 3″ LCD 460,000 pixel resolution, RAW capture and ISO 1600 capability.
Buy Canon G10 on Amazon.com (our favourite online retailer)
Canon G10 Reviews
Digital Photography School
I must admit, now that my Mark II is out of the shop, I’m going to have a hard time putting down my G10. In fact, for non-professional uses, the slim, lightweight, and accessible, G10 is what I’m going to throw in my sling bag from now on.
Cameras.co.uk
The Canon Powershot G10 has 14.7 megapixels and a wide angle, 5x optical zoom lens. It is one of the most advanced compact digital cameras you can buy. In fact I can't think of one that is more advanced. It has a full set of manual exposure modes, plus extra options for flash and focusing.
DC Resource
If you're doing most of your shooting in good lighting and don't plan on shooting at the highest ISO settings, then the PowerShot G10 is worth a look. It offers a ton of features, for both beginners and enthusiasts alike, it's both expandable and customizable, and it has more Megapixels than you could possibly need. While I'm not jumping up and down about it, I can recommend the G10 to most folks.
DPReview
The G10 is a camera you don't want to put down once you have picked it up. It encourages users to take pictures, and turn the dials: to experiment and have fun. This is one heck of a fun camera to use. In the hand, it inspires confidence with solid construction and secure and comfortable hand grip. The G10 quickly becomes second nature to use, which is not something that can be said of many compacts.
Photo Review
When we embarked on our tests of the G10 we had low expectations of its resolution performance because of the relatively small size (less than 2 microns square) of the photosites on its sensor. But the test camera delivered a huge surprise. Somehow Canon has managed to extract not only superior JPEG resolution from the G10's image files - but also provided raw files that rate higher in Photo Review's Imatest test than many of the DSLR cameras we've tested this year.
Ken Rockwell
The G10 is the best compact digital camera I’ve ever used. The gotcha words are “digital” and “compact.” Maddeningly, like all other compact (non-interchangable lens) cameras, the G10 still takes too darn long to adjust or change anything.
Luminous Landscape
The net of this comparison is that while the Nikon P6000 is a fine little camera, it finds itself in the unfortunate position of being released at the same time as the Canon G10, which it would appear is an attempt by Canon to produce a full-featured pocket camera with the highest quality that they are capable of.
Cnet
The Canon PowerShot G10 is a solid enthusiast digital camera for those who want something compact to complement a dSLR.
PhotographyBLOG
The G10 is undoubtedly the best ever Canon G-Series camera, and is a serious alternative to both an entry-level DSLR and other similar compacts (most notably the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 and the Nikon Coolpix P6000). |
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Oct
30
2008
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Thursday, 30 October 2008 |
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Today Olympus has announced a firmware update for the following five Zuiko Digital Lenses which will ensure the compatibility of these lenses when used with the Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 camera:
- Zuiko Digital 28-84mm equivalent (ED 14-42mm Four Thirds) f3.5-f5.6 lens;
- Zuiko Digital 80-300mm equivalent (ED 40-150mm Four Thirds) f4.0-f5.6 lens;
- Zuiko Digital 50mm equivalent (ED 25mm Four Thirds) f2.8 lens;
- Zuiko Digital 70-200mm equivalent (ED 35-100mm Four Thirds) f2.0 lens;
- Zuiko Digital 70mm equivalent Macro (35mm Four Thirds) f3.5 lens.
Click here to download the update and read the instructions |
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