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Switronix Announces New Power Cable For Canon DSLRs

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Switronix has unveiled a new power cable for Canon DSLRs using the LP-E6 battery type (currently, the 5D Mark II, 7D and 60D).

The XP-DV-CH features a regulated 7.9v battery paddle (LP-E6 type) and an inline female p-tap connector for 12vdc, housed in an enclosure. It also includes both red and green LED indication to display battery power status. The cable can be used in association with a Switronix accessory or used solo with a PRO-X series lithium-ion battery product.

More details on Switronix’s website.

 

Deal Alert: Nikon D3100 + Magic Bullet Software Bundle for $598.95

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B&H just emailed me this deal, $598.95 gets you a Nikon D3100 with an 18-55mm VR lens and a Red Giant Software Production Bundle, which includes:

  1. Magic Bullet Quick Looks 1.2
  2. Magic Bullet Grinder
  3. Magic Bullet PhotoLooks 1.5
  4. Knoll Light Factory for Photoshop

The software alone would set you back almost $500 if you buy it from Red Giant’s website.

B&H says they have limited quantities at this price.  Here’s the link to D3100 product page at B&H.

If you want to know more about the D3100, you can check out my Nikon D3100 review here.

Sony A35 and NEX-C3 Announcement on June 3

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It looks like the über-leaky new Sony cameras will be showing up in a couple of weeks if Photo Rumors‘ sources are right.  June 3 is the slated date for the new A35 SLT camera, which replaces the Sony A33.

Alongside the new SLT (translucent mirror camera), Sony is expected to launch its next NEX camera – the Sony NEX-C3, which sports an articulating LCD and a tiny body.  The new (and also leaky) 30mm f/3.5 E-mount lens and NEX flash should debut on June 3 as well.

Check out the leaked pics of the new Sony gear below. [Read more…]

Think Tank Photo Speed Demon V2.0, Speed Freak V2.0 and Speed Racer V2.0

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Next month, Think Tank Photo is releasing new, redesigned versions of its Speed Demon, Speed Freak and Speed Racer camera bags.  The Speed V2.o series of bags are convertible shoulder/belt packs with a flip top lid that folds away for quick access to gear.

“The smallest, Speed Demon V2.0, can carry a standard size DSLR with a standard zoom lens attached (hood reversed) and a wide angle zoom lens beside. The medium size Speed Freak V2.0 also carries a standard size DSLR with a zoom lens attached and is tall enough to accommodate a 70–200 f2.8 lens in the bag. The Speed Racer V2.0, the most spacious of the series, effortlessly fits in the main compartment a pro size DSLR with a standard zoom lens attached and a 70–200 f2.8.” -Think Tank Photo

The new Speed series bags will be available in June; however, Photography Bay readers can use this link to sign up for an email alert direct from Think Tank Photo when the bags are available.

Sony Announces Fastest Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX

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Sony’s new Memory Stick is its fastest ever made, chalking up data transfer rates of 50MB/s.  Sony claims the new Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX is faster than the fastest UHS-I SD cards when used in Sony cameras.  However, I’m not aware of any Sony cameras that are UHS-I compliant in the first place.

The new 50MB/s Memory Sticks should be available this May at the same prices of the previous generation cards in 8GB, 16GB and 32GB flavors.  Look for them at B&H Photo.

More details in Sony’s press release below. [Read more…]

Lowepro Photo Sport AW Series Backpacks and Sling Packs

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Lowepro recently introduced  a new Photo Sport AW series with the Photo Sport 200 AW backpack and the Photo Sling Sport 100 AW sling pack.  Each new camera bag features two compartments – the lower of which is used for camera storage, while the top compartment allows for general storage space. [Read more…]