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Panasonic Lumix G2 Reviews and Resources

March 7, 2010 By Eric Reagan

Along with the Panasonic G10, the Panasonic Lumix G2 is another 12.1MP Micro Four Thirds camera that follows the previous generation G1, GH1 and GF1 cameras. The G2 headline features include an articulating, 3-inch Live View LCD with a touchscreen interface, along with HD video capture in AVCHD Lite format.

The G2 is paired with a 14-42mm image stabilized kit lens and, of course, is compatible with all previously introduced Micro Four Thirds Lumix G lenses from Panasonic. Additionally, the G2 includes a built-in pop-up flash and a hot shoe for external flashes. The G2 will be available in red, blue and black body colors.

Panasonic G2 Availability

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Panasonic G2 Reviews

Panasonic Lumix G10 Reviews and Resources

March 7, 2010 By Eric Reagan

The Panasonic Lumix G10 is a 12.1MP Micro Four Thirds camera that follows the previous generation G1, GH1 and GF1 cameras. In addition to still images, the G10 captures 720p HD video at 30 fps in Motion JPEG format.

The G10 is paired with a 14-42mm image stabilized kit lens and, of course, is compatible with all previously introduced Micro Four Thirds Lumix G lenses from Panasonic. The G10 features a 3-inch, 460k dot resolution LCD and an electronic viewfinder, both of which offer approximately 100% frame coverage. Additionally, the G10 includes a built-in pop-up flash and a hot shoe for external flashes.

Panasonic G10 Availability

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B&H Photo

Panasonic G10 Reviews

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Canon Instant Rebates for 7D, 5D Mark II (Double Rebates), Lenses and Flashes

March 7, 2010 By Eric Reagan

Canon Spring 2010 Rebates

The Canon Spring 2010 Instant Rebate program is in effect from March 7, 2010 through April 3, 2010 with some killer deals that include the Canon 7D, along with several lenses and flashes, which are doubled amounts for 5D Mark II purchasers.

If you’ve been waiting for the right time to buy a Canon 7D or 5D Mark II, now is that time. [Read more…]

Sony Cyber-shot TX5 Hands-On Review

March 6, 2010 By Eric Reagan

The Sony Cyber-shot TX5 is a rugged, point and shoot camera that is touted as dustproof, waterproof, freezeproof and shockproof. The TX5 features a 10.2MP Exmor R CMOS sensor for improved low light performance and noise control. Additionally, the TX5 features a 4x optical zoom lens with image stabilization and can capture 720p HD video.

Like it’s more powerful sibling, the TX7, the Sony TX5 features a touchscreen LCD for quick and intuitive menu navigation. The touchscreen LCD also allow you to tap the screen to select your focus point.

I really liked the TX5’s 3-inch touchscreen LCD. There are some touchscreens that just down work on cameras – either in terms of input response or menu navigation. The TX5, along with the pricier TX7, do touchscreens right. [Read more…]

Wedding Photographers Called Out for Using a Canon Rebel XTi by Judge Joe Brown

March 6, 2010 By Eric Reagan

This dispute, which appeared on the Judge Joe Brown TV show, has been making its way around the Interweb. What makes this ‘trial’ so classic is that Judge Brown knows a thing or two about cameras, lenses and wedding photography. So, sit back and watch Judge Joe Brown taking these two ladies to task over the quality of wedding photos produced by a Rebel XTi and kit lens.

[via LeggNet]

WiebeTech Photo Contest Can Win You Some Serious Storage Solutions

March 5, 2010 By Eric Reagan

ToughTech Secure mini-Q

WiebeTech, maker of all sorts of storage solutions, is hosting a photo contest that gives photographers a chance to win one of four ToughTech Secure mini-Q with AES Encryption Key HD enclosure. Additionally, one grand prize winner will receive the big RTX400-QR RAID 5 portable enclosure that holds up to four 2TB hard drives. [Read more…]

Nikon DSLR and Lens Rebates

March 5, 2010 By Eric Reagan

Nikon has some solid DSLR and lens combo rebates going on right now. B&H Photo sent me a list of the rundown of cameras and lens, and they’ve put together kits to make picking up the right items a simple task.

The rebates are instant rebates, so there’s no clipping UPCs off the box and sending in 3 copies of your receipt. Just add the item to your cart and you see the discounted price right away.

Follow the links above to the qualifying cameras, then click the words “View Available Kits” (see top screenshot) that is just below the product image to see the lens kits and rebate amounts, which range from $200 to $400.

(Update: Note that the rebates are “stackable” in some cases, so you can save $700 when you buy a couple of lenses with the D3S and D700. Those kits are specified in the list as well.)

By default, B&H displays the retail price; however, once you add the “kit” to your online shopping cart, you will see the discounted price. Additionally, you get free shipping in the USA.

Olympus E-PL1 Hands-On Review

March 4, 2010 By Eric Reagan

The Olympus E-PL1 is a 12.3MP Micro Four Thirds camera that follows the original Olympus E-P1 and E-P2. The former cameras were geared more toward enthusiast photographers, and the new E-PL1 is aimed squarely at consumers graduating from point and shoot cameras.

The E-PL1 is smaller than both the E-P1 and E-P2. Additionally, the new camera features a pop-up flash, which is a feature that was missed by many on the previously released Olympus cameras. The big kicker, however, is a reduced price point of $599 for the body and kit lens. These factors combine to create a solid offering over the previous E-P1 and E-P2 cameras, and a serious option for consumers shopping for a powerful point and shoot camera. [Read more…]

Topaz Adjust 4

March 3, 2010 By Eric Reagan

Topaz Adjust 4

Topaz Labs has updated the highly touted Photoshop plug-in, Topaz Adjust, to version 4. The new version is available as a free upgrade to existing Topaz Adjust users. Topaz Adjust 4 is available direct from Topaz Labs for $49.99 for new users. A banner on the Topaz Labs website reveals that you can get 20% off Topaz Adjust 4 through March 15, 2010. You can also download a free 30-day trial to take the plug-in for a spin before you buy it.

More details about the update in the press release below. [Read more…]

Canon Rebel T2i Hands-On Review

March 2, 2010 By Eric Reagan

The Canon Rebel T2i is an 18MP DSLR that follows up the popular Canon Rebel T1i. The Canon Rebel T2i is geared toward entry-level shooters with a number of features and components that make it a very powerful camera suitable for serious shooters as well. After spending a few hours with it, I wanted to provide my first impressions, along with some impromptu sample shots. [Read more…]