Digital Camera News, Reviews and Tips
Alien Skin has announced Bokeh 2, which is the latest version of its creative focus and lens simulation plug-in. Bokeh 2 offers 64-bit support for Photoshop CS5, as well as support for Lightroom 2 or greater.
Bokeh 2 retails for $199 and is a $99 upgrade for Bokeh 1 users. If you purchased Bokeh 1 in April 2010 or later, then the upgrade is free.
More details and sample images in the press release below. [Read more…]
The Panasonic GF1 is a 12.1MP Micro Four Thirds camera that is more compact than other Panasonic Micro Four Thirds models, while retaining the same large sensor that rivals DSLR image quality. As you may be aware, Micro Four Thirds cameras like the GF1 operate without the bulky mirror between the image sensor and lens. This fact, combined with design decisions by Panasonic to eliminate a viewfinder and grip, allow the GF1 to even rival point and shoot cameras’ size – particularly true when using the GF1 with Panasonic’s 20mm f/1.7 lens.
Does the GF1 really offer the best of both worlds? It just might. To find out if it’s right for you, read on. [Read more…]
The Kodak EasyShare M590 is a 14MP compact point and shoot camera with a 5x optical zoom lens, a 2.7″ LCD and 720p HD video capture. Kodak is also touting the M590’s ability to easily share images and videos on social media sites, such as Facebook, Flickr and YouTube thanks to the Share button on the rear of the camera.
The Kodak M590 carries an initial retail price of $199.95. Check availability on Amazon.com.
More details in the press release below. [Read more…]
The Metz Mecablitz 58 AF-2 Digital is a new TTL hotshoe flash that is compatible with Canon, Nikon, Olympus, Panasonic, Pentax and Sony TTL systems. A dedicated model is available for each system. The Metz 58 AF-2 features a metal hotshoe and a USB interface for future firmware updates. Additional features of the 58 AF-2 include a modeling light, 24-105mm zoom head, pre-flash suppression for Canon models, high speed sync and flash bracketing.
More details in the press release below. [Read more…]
The Metz Mecablitz 50 AF-1 Digital is a new mid-range TTL hotshoe flash that is compatible with Canon, Nikon, Olympus, Panasonic, Pentax and Sony TTL systems. A dedicated model is available for each system.
The 50 AF-1 features a USB interface for future firmware updates. The 50 AF-1 is capable of being used as a slave in TTL systems and features a guide number 50 for ISO 100/21° and 105 mm.
More details in the press release below. [Read more…]
Along with the new Canon point and shoot cameras last week, Canon also introduced the CP800 compact photo printer. The CP800 prints 4 x 6 prints in 47 seconds each, and features a 2.5″ LCD that allows you to view and select images directly from your memory card.
The Canon SELPHY CP800 carries an initial retail price of $99.99. Check availability on Amazon.com.
More details in the press release below. [Read more…]
It’s time for our weekly break from the gear for a few minutes so we can enjoy another round of reader photos from the Photography Bay Flickr Group.
Check out the rest of the photos below. [Read more…]
Redrock Micro has announced a new “nano” line of DSLR cinema rigs and accessories. The new line of rigs are designed with discreet shooting applications and low-cost entry – mostly under $500.
More details and images below. [Read more…]
If you’re thinking of heading to the PDN PhotoPlus show in October in NYC, you might be interested to see the lineup of speakers and seminars, which includes Chase Jarvis, Mark Power and Jasmine Starr, that’s just been announced.
Full details can be found in the press release below. [Read more…]
Another day, another Sony product leak. This time up, product images of the new Sony A560 and A580 (replacements for the A500 and A550) have surfaced – just a day after the A33 and A55 were revealed.
The Sony A560 and A580 are rumored to feature 14MP and 16MP sensors, along with the ability to capture AVCHD video at 1080i. More images of the A560 and A580 below. [Read more…]