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Sony Alpha 900 Review at Popular Photography

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Even though Sony has continuously failed to deliver the review copy of the A900 that was promised to Photography Bay (and yes, I’m slightly bitter), I will remain unbiased* and pass along that PopPhoto had no trouble getting theirs and has published a review of the Sony A900.

For an experienced photographer not married to another brand’s system, the A900 deserves a look. If you have even a modest stockpile of Konica Minolta lenses, then it demands your attention.

For more news and reviews, check out Photography Bay’s Sony A900 Reviews and Resources.

 

Canon 50D Review at Digital Camera Info

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Digital Camera Info has posted a review of the Canon 50D.

The 50D is a solid performer, but didn’t outshine the alternatives. If you’re already a Canon user, possibly moving from entry- to mid-level SLRs, and with a lens or two already in your hands, then it could be a good choice for you.

For the latest news and reviews, check out Photography Bay’s Canon 50D Reviews and Resources.

Nikon P6000 and Canon G10 Comparative Review at Luminous Landscape

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Luminous Landscape has published a comparative review of the Nikon P6000 and Canon G10.

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.

For the latest G10 news and reviews, see Photography Bay’s Canon G10 Reviews and Resources.

Zacuto Joins Pro Video Scene for Nikon D90 and Canon 5D Mark II

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Zacuto is another (remember Redrock?) video accessory maker that has joined the trend of pimping out your DSLR for video use.  By the way, did you see the latest Canon videos?  The Reverie video is back, as well as a wedding video – both with the 5D Mark II.

Zacuto has got kits designed specifically for the new Canon 5D Mark II and Nikon D90.  Don’t expect them to go for the price of a nice tripod though (no prices listed yet for the DSLR mounts).  One of the other base model kits, the DOF Docu Baseplate Kit, goes for a meager $1216.  Granted, that may be a bargain in video world, but pulling in traditional photographers at those prices may be a tough sell.

It’ll be interesting to see how well these accessories are received among photographers (or budding videographers).  What do you think?  Is there a Zacuto mount on your Christmas list now?

Canon EOS 50D Firmware Update Version 1.0.3

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Canon has released a firmware update for the new EOS 50D. This firmware update (Version 1.0.3) incorporates the following fixes.

  1. Corrects a phenomenon in which an image becomes overexposed when C.Fn.II-3 Highlight tone priority is set to “1” together with other camera settings. (This correction has already been incorporated in the Version 1.0.2 and later firmware.)
  2. Corrects a rare phenomenon in which “busy” blinks on the camera’s display panel and the shutter cannot be released due to the timing of battery installation.
  3. Corrects a rare phenomenon in which “Err 99” appears on the camera’s display panel and LCD monitor and the shutter cannot be released due to the timing of pressing the shutter button.

To download the Version 1.0.3, visit Canon’s website via the following link:

Canon 50D Firmware Version 1.0.3

Nikon Coolpix P6000 Review at Photo Review

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Photo Review has published a review of the Nikon P6000.

Test shots taken with the review camera were bright and ‘punchy’ with the elevated contrast and saturation that typifies many small-sensor digicams. Exposures were pitched to record shadow detail so many shots taken in bright sunlight had blown-out highlights.

For the lastest news and reviews on the P6000, be sure to visit Photography Bay’s Nikon P6000 Reviews and Resources.

Red Scarlet and Epic Announcements on November 13

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Red always stirs the pot when news of something new from the company comes along.

We will announce the new Scarlet and Epic programs on Thursday Nov. 13th.

I want to say that no one has any idea how incredible this announcement will be. Call this hype… please. I am quite sure that the announcement will be called a “scam”. Should be a lot of fun to hear the reactions. I can’t wait.

[via REDUser forum]

Still yet, this does not appear to be the “DSLR Killer” that Red has previously alluded to: [Read more…]