Digital Camera News, Reviews and Tips
Nikon Rumors came up with the above image, which is purportedly from a Nikon ad in Japan. The Japanese letters are believe to translate as “big”.
I don’t think that’s an MF sensor, which seems a little inconsistent with the previous “Big” and “MX format” rumors. Although, those two things could be separate I suppose. If this is legit, it seems like it would be the Nikon 24MP camera that we’ve been hearing about for a while.
Shutterfly has announced upgrades to its photobook creation service with its new Storyboard tool. The Storyboard tool chooses an appropriate layout throughout the book based on the photos that you upload. [Read more…]
Time for the next giveaway here on Photography Bay.This time, Photography Bay is handing out 3 ColorRight custom white balance tools. I recently reviewed ColorRight and fell in love with it (read PB’s review), so I asked if I could have a few samples of this $90 device to give away to you guys. I’ve got them and now you get a chance to pick one up for free. Even shipping is on Photography Bay.
Post at least one post in the Photography Bay Forum describing/listing your gear OR posting an image for a critique – prior to midnight (EDT) on October 10, 2008.
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I’ve already made a couple of threads that Canon and Nikon users can post their gear to. If you own other gear, drop it into a new thread in one of the other forum categories.
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We had one copy of The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Photography Essentials go unclaimed (the rest will be in the mail this week). So, I’ll be looking to hand out the unclaimed copy to an active Photography Bay Forum member. If you want the copy, just be active. Don’t spam, but be active.
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Acme Made has announced a new fashion-minded camera bag geared toward women. The Bowler is a top-load DSLR camera bag, which offers a double-flip top flap and accessory pouches for memory cards and other small items.
With women making up the fastest-growing segment of digital SLR (single lens reflex) camera buyers,there is clearly demand for camera bags that not only look great but also provide superior performance. The Bowler, new from Acme Made, does both, whether used as a camera bag or a cute handbag to tote other essentials.
You can pick one up for around $40 MSRP in November at Best Buy and online at www.acmemade.com. (Update: I’ve been advised by Acme Made that Best Buy will not be carrying the bag.)
PhotographyBLOG has published a summary of a round-table interview from Photokina regarding Pentax.
Pentax’s Sales & Marketing Director of Imaging Systems, Mr. Toshiaki Iue, who recently joined the company in July, has stated that “Pentax’s relationship with Samsung is not perfect – there are some issues”, but went on to say that the two companies would continue their technology partnership for at least the near future. In a wide-ranging round-table interview held at Photokina, Mr Iue candidly answered questions on a wide range of topics, including Pentax’s future plans for their long-delayed digital 645 medium format camera, the potential impact of Micro Four Thirds, and their relationship with parent company Hoya.
Digital Camera Info has posted a first impressions review the Nikon P6000.
Our impression of the P6000 at first blush is that it’s a very capable camera. It handles well and manual features are in easy reach.
For the lastest news and reviews on the P6000, be sure to visit Photography Bay’s Nikon P6000 Reviews and Resources.
I don’t about you, but I sure thought that smaller would mean cheaper. Even though Panasonic kept it under wraps in their press release, it appears that the new Micro Four Thirds system G1 will come in at $799 retail in the US.
Canon Rebel XSi w/ 18-55mm IS lens + Manfrotto 190XDB Tripod = $790.89
Nikon D60 w/ 18-55mm AF-S DX VR Lens + Nikon SB-600 = $752.15
Refurbished Canon 30D w/ 18-55mm lens + Canon 75-300mm III lens (also refurb) = $799.90
I understand that Panasonic is the first to market with a Micro Four Thirds camera, but 800 bones is a lot for a camera that doesn’t do anything more than an entry-level DSLR – other than “be smaller.”
Digital Camera Info has posted a first impressions review of the new Pentax K2000.
The focusing on the lens felt quick, the body was well crafted, and there are many helpful features designed with new users in mind. The K2000 strikes us as a strong introductory camera for someone considering the jump from point-and-shoot to SLR.
For the latest news and reviews on this camera, stay tuned to Photography Bay’s Pentax K2000 Reviews and Resources.
New rumors have surfaced over at Nikon Rumors regarding the Nikon MX Format. Although no sources or specific information has been revealed, NR is reporting that they’ve heard some things through the grapevine about the MX Format’s arrival.
The biggest rumor of the bunch is a possible March 2009 announcement and availability date. Also news on the sensor development and the shocker that the Leica S2 gave to Nikon’s MX dev team.
Oh yeah, NR says they may have a photo coming soon as well.
Digital Camera Info has posted their first impressions of the new Canon 50D.
Our initial impressions of the 50D are positive; it looks to be a solid upgrade to a good camera, adding extra resolution.
For the latest news and reviews, stay tuned to Photography Bay’s Canon 50D Reviews and Resources.