Digital Camera News, Reviews and Tips
Canon VIXIA HF R62
Canon continues its annual update of consumer camcorders with the lackluster VIXIA HF R62, R60 and R600 camcorders. The cameras now have 1080/60p video capture and additional connectivity and sharing options. [Read more…]
Canon has been working on a photo and video viewing station for TVs for more than 5 years. Initially shown as a prototype at the 2010 Canon Expo in NYC, the device has finally been officially announce for public sale.
The Canon Connect Station CS100 is expected to ship in June 2015 for $299.99. [Read more…]
Liquid Image is back at CES with its 4G POV camera, the Ego LS. Last year at CES 2014, Liquid Image announced that the Ego LS would launch in June 2014; however, it never made it. After updating the 4G tech to be compatible with faster speeds on Verizon’s network, Liquid Image says the Ego LS should launch during the first quarter of 2015. [Read more…]
At a pre-CES press event tonight, DJI unveiled its new Inspire 1 Mount, which is a handheld grip for the 4K camera and gimbal that are part of the DJI Inspire 1 quadcopter. [Read more…]
The Lowepro ProTactic 450 AW is a large camera backpack suitable for just about any camera kit. It can handle a couple of pro bodies and/or several spare lenses. [Read more…]
It’s time for our weekly break from the gear for a few minutes so we can enjoy another round of reader photos from the Photography Bay Flickr Group.
Check out the rest of the photos below. [Read more…]
B&H has the new Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM lens, which was announced back in November 2014, in stock and now shipping with free expedited shipping. Check it out here at B&H Photo.
What happens when you walk out the door and leave your dog at home? YouTube user Mike The Intern decided to mount a GoPro on his dog (yes, GoPro makes a dog-mount) to find out what his reaction is like when he is left home alone.
The result is pretty pitiful. Watch the doggie-POV video above, which has racked up over 11 million views to date, to see and hear his reaction.
Have you ever left a camera on your pets while they are alone? What kind of things did you see?
If you use a GoPro camera, there is a good chance you have more than one. At the very least, you have plenty of parts and accessories for your camera.
If you’re like me, you may have used a combination of zip-lock bags and pouches on traditional camera bags to tote your GoPro cameras and accessories around. The more GoPro gear you accumulate, however, the tougher this method becomes.
Case Logic recently sent me their new Kontrast Action-Cam Case to try out. I’ve been using the case for a few weeks now and am completely sold on the idea of a dedicated bag that is made for GoPro gear. [Read more…]
Mastering the Nikon D810 is a new book from photographer Darrell Young, who is a veteran author of this series.
“This book explores the features and capabilities of the camera in a way that far surpasses the user’s manual. It guides readers through the camera features with step-by-step setting adjustments; color illustrations; and detailed how, when, and why explanations for each option. Every button, dial, switch, and menu configuration setting is explored in a user-friendly manner, with suggestions for setup according to various shooting styles.
Darrell’s friendly and informative writing style allows readers to easily follow directions while feeling as if a friend dropped in to share his knowledge. The information in this book goes beyond the camera itself and also covers basic photography technique.”
Mastering the Nikon D810 retails for $39.95; however, it is currently available for $30.17 on Amazon.com.
It is also available as a Kindle Edition for $19.99 here on Amazon.com.