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Sony A900 Review at British Journal of Photography

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The British Journal of Photography has published a review of the new Sony A900.

Sony’s first full-format camera is designed to meet the needs of ambitious amateurs and semi-professionals. JPEG compression is perfectly balanced, and input dynamic range at high ISO speeds is excellent. Tonal reproduction focuses on instant image appeal (rather than something more neutral, which you see with more pro oriented cameras), and the sharpening is OK.

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

 

Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 Preview at Imaging Resource

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Imaging Resource has published a hands-on preview of the new Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1.

Even with the rather preliminary firmware that exists at this time, the camera seems to perform quite well, and image quality frankly appears higher than I had anticipated.

For more news and reviews, visit Photography Bay’s Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 Reviews and Resources.

Nikon D700 Review by Thom Hogan

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Thom Hogan has posted a review of the Nikon D700.

Excellent Image Quality. It’s not just high ISO that’s good, the dynamic range is the best of the Nikon DSLRs, the acuity is excellent, white balance is better than ever, and, once mastered, the Picture Controls do give you plenty of control.

For the latest news and reviews, checkout Photography Bay’s Nikon D700 Reviews and Resources.

Canon 50D is Now Shipping

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I’ve seen/heard several reports of people receiving their pre-ordered Canon 50D from a variety of vendors – both brick & mortar and online.  Word is that Best Buy will also be selling them in stores this weekend.

Here’s the rundown of trusted online retailers for the 50D (note – some are still showing “pre-order” but expect this to change in the next day or three for all kits):

Amazon.com

Canon 50D (body only)

Canon 50D (w/ 28-135mm kit lens)

Canon 50D (w/ 18-200mm lens)

Adorama

Canon 50D (body only)

Canon 50D (w/ 28-135mm kit lens)

Canon 50D (w/ 18-200mm lens)

B&H Photo

Canon 50D (body only)

Canon 50D (w/ 28-135mm kit lens)

Canon 50D (w/ 18-200mm lens)

More Big Nikon Teasers – Lenses

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I’m starting to get a bad feeling regarding the credibility of this series of “leaks“.  This third “ad” appearing on Nikon Rumors seems to be some edited photos of existing PC lenses (see comments on NR’s post for evidence).  If that’s the case, then this whole series appears to be busted.

Now, let’s go back to the drawing board on Nikon MX and the BIG news.

Continue the conversation here.

Canon 50D Review at PhotographyBLOG

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PhotographyBLOG has posted a review of the new Canon 50D.

Considered on its own terms, the EOS 50D is a more than worthy addition to Canon’s semi-pro DSLR line-up. It boasts a significant number of refinements to a proven design that current EOS users will welcome, whilst adding enough features to catch-up with and in some ways surpass the Nikon D300.

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

Nikon D500 to Replace D300

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Stock-Photo.blogspot.com claims to know that the Nikon D500 will be replacing the Nikon D300 late quarter 1 2009.

Tentatively named Nikon D500 this is a 1.5x crop factor, pro/enthusiast spec camera with weather sealing, liveview, built-in flash and video mode.

Additional specs are claimed to include the following:

  • 15.1 megapixels
  • 24 fps video
  • full manual control in video

No source is cited; however, these specs and release date seem viable.

Stay tuned for the latest when we have it.

Fujifilm FinePix S2000HD Review at Digital Camera Info

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Digital Camera Info has published a first impressions review of the Fujifilm FinePix S2000HD.

At $300, the Fujifilm FinePix S2000HD is essentially a scaled-down version of the Olympus SP-565 UZ. The menu system isn’t as well organized, the zoom isn’t as powerful, the screen is much noisier, and it doesn’t provide nearly the same breadth of features (the Olympus goes so far as to tutor you on how to use it).