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Carl Zeiss Distagon T* 18mm f/3.5 ZE Lens for Canon DSLRs

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Carl Zeiss Distagon T* 18mm f/3.5 ZE Lens for Canon DSLRs

Carl Zeiss announced the Distagon T* 18mm f/3.5 ZE lens for Canon DSLRs (EF-mount) today. Zeiss already produces an 18mm f/3.5 Distagon T* lens for Nikon F-mount and Pentax K-mount cameras.  Canon users should be pleased that Zeiss is continuing its comitment to the EF-mount.

The new ZE lens should be available Fall 2009 at an initial price of EUR 1049.00.  No official word on US prices yet; however, if it matches up with the existing Nikon and Pentax mounts, expect it to be around $1250 in the US.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

More details in the news release below. [Read more…]

 

Nikon D3000 Sample Images

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Nikon D3000

The D3000 is Nikon’s current low-end DSLR model.  It features a 10.2-megapixel DX-format CCD sensor, as found in the Nikon D60 that the D3000 replaces.  The updates are fairly subtle; however, it is clear after spending some time with it that Nikon is targeting a very entry-level crowd.

Expect more details in a full review coming soon.  For now, you can take a look at the below sample images from the D3000 and judge for yourself.  These images are from a production camera as shipped from Nikon.  Don’t expect any real differences from what we know the Nikon D60 could do though. [Read more…]

Canon’s Most Important Product Launch Ever?

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As if the Canon 7D wasn’t enough, Canon has apparently been dropping invites for “one of their biggest and most important product launches in its history.” It looks set to go down on September 29.

“In the autumn the Canon one of their biggest and most important product launches in the company’s history and we hope you can attend. During a lunch date you are welcome to listen to CEO Jouko Tuominen, Marketing and trend analyst Magnus Lindkvist, when they’re talking about

future trends and success factors in an increasingly digitalized everyday.

Date: 29 September

Time: Cl. 11-13

An invitation with more details coming soon. Welcome!

A picture of one, as I understand it, has created a large box with a red rag over. One side of the box looming, cardboard-colored, without pressure. Should mean something to professional direction. Hopefully not a new color laser …

Canon 1D Mark IV anyone?  Pro video gear?  The infamous Canikon (people still email me on this wanting more details)? A copier that makes perfect copies of Chuck Norris? Anyone?

Take your guess or offer your insider information in the comments below.  Closest to the actual product gets 40 kudos (that’s points, not candies).

[Fotosidans forum & G-translate via DPR forum]

Apple iPod nano with Built-in Video Camera

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Apple iPod nano with Built-in Video Camera

Apple’s new iPod nano includes a video camera and takes a direct shot across the bow of the Flip and other ultra-compact video cameras.  In fact, at Apple’s “It’s only rock and roll” event today, Apple showed an image of the 4GB Flip Ultra and mocked its $149 price tag.  The presentation went on with Steve Jobs at the helm touting Apple’s video option as 8GB for free.  What that really boils down to is that all the iPod nanos now include a video camera; however, you still have to buy the iPod nano to get the video camera (so it’s not really free Steve).  And, unfortunately, the iPod nano doesn’t offer the ability to capture still images.

The 8GB iPod nano runs $149, while the 16GB iPod nano comes in at $179.  Both versions offer the same video camera specs: [Read more…]

Canon 7D Resource Updates

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Canon 7D

The Canon 7D manual is available to download here.

Also, new articles and tips in the 7D’s section of the Canon Digital Learning Center:

1. EOS 7D: First Look Videos

2. Harnessing the Power of the EOS 7D’s Video System

3. What’s New in the EOS 7D: Sophisticated, Customizable AF System

Stay tuned to the latest on the 7D on Photography Bay’s Canon 7D Reviews and Resources.

DxO Optics Pro Updated to v5.3.5

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DxO Labs has updated DxO Optics Pro to the latest version 5.3.5, which adds support for the Sony A850.  The update also provides better noise control for the Sony A900 and adds support for the Tamron 18-270mm Di-II lens.  There are many more updates in the new version.  Get more details in the press release below and check out the full compatibility list on DxO’s website. [Read more…]

David Ziser’s Digital WakeUp Call Tour

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Digital WakeUp Call

David Ziser has been on tour for a big chunk of 2009 with his Digital WakeUp Call seminar.  Digital WakeUp Call is an evening-long event that takes place in several cities throughout the US.  While we’re well into the year, there are several major cities still on the map for David to hit before winding up in November, including Indianapolis (tonight), Chicago, Detroit, Columbus, Philadelphia and many others.  [Read more…]