Digital Camera News, Reviews and Tips
onOne Software has launched an iPad version of its DSLR Camera Remote App, which allows you to use the iPad to trigger your Canon or Nikon DSLR’s shutter, review images, adjust settings and more.
DSLR Camera Remote HD runs $49.99 and is available in the App Store. More details on the iTunes website.
Below you will find this week’s firmware updates. Hit the manufacturer website links for more details and download instructions for the firmware.
Nikon D90 Distortion Control Data upgrade – “The Distortion Control Data firmware upgrade is available for Nikon D90 and D5000 cameras only. This is used to correct barrel and pincushion distortion during shooting and editing. This may be loaded into cameras that support distortion control.” [Nikon website]
Nikon D5000 Distortion Control Data upgrade – “The Distortion Control Data firmware upgrade is available for Nikon D90 and D5000 cameras only. This is used to correct barrel and pincushion distortion during shooting and editing. This may be loaded into cameras that support distortion control.” [Nikon website]
Ricoh GXR version 1.13 – “In [A] mode, with configured AE lock and AE bracket; the shutter speed recorded in the captured image may be different from the actual shutter speed. Corrected the phenomenon when an Eye-Fi card is inserted in the camera and it turns on the power, it will take time to start up, or the camera will not start. Only with Simplified Chinese (language setting in the camera) : When you adjust exposure, a number shown in the right side of the exposure compensation slider in the screen may not show a proper number. High-speed movement of the Focus Ring. While pressing down the Macro button in the MF, the Focus Ring movement will become faster.” [Ricoh website]
The Canon XA10 is the new low-end model in Canon’s pro camcorder lineup. Featuring full 1920 x 1080 HD video capture, along with a carry handle and dual phantom-power XLR inputs, the XA10 is a force to be reckoned with.
Read the full hands-on review at Tech Tilt: Canon XA10 Hands-On Review
Photogenic has announced a new model for its PL-series monolights. The PL625DR offers a 6-stop output ranging from 7.8Ws up to 250Ws. The new monolight has a t.5 flash duration of 1/2000s at full power.
Additionally, the PL625DR’s Guide Number is 130 at full power with the PL7R reflector. It also comes with built-in PocketWizard receiver and is compatible with Photogenic’s PLIRC-2 Infrared Remote Control & PLICB-1 Multi Unit Control Center. Other creature comforts include auto flash dump, optical slave cell, fan cooling, built-in surge protection and a dimmable modeling light.
No word on t.1 flash duration times, price or availability yet.
The full press release and provided spec sheet is below. [Read more…]
Apple has updated its Camera RAW compatibility to version 3.6 and extends RAW image format compatibility to Aperture 3 and iPhoto ‘11 for the following cameras: [Read more…]
As seen in the above video, Marlon Kautz, an Atlanta man attempting to document police activity, had his cameraphone seized after he refused to stop filming them in a public place. Those police officers then deleted the photos/video of the police activity.
In addition to the $40,000 in damages the City is paying to Kautz to avoid a civil rights lawsuit, the Atlanta Police Department is adopting new operating procedures that prohibit police from interfering with citizens who are recording police activity.
It’s nice to see official police procedures catching up with the First Amendment, eh?
WiebeTech has unveiled a new portable, RAID-capable hard drive. The ToughTech Duo offers photographers the ability to configure two 2.5-inch notebook drives as a RAID 0 or RAID 1 backup drive.
The ToughTech Duo offers Firewire 800, USB 2.0 or eSATA connections. The new drive retails for $499. More details on WiebeTech’s website.
Induro has announced several new tripods, heads and quick release plates.
The new PHT-Series 3-Way Panheads are magnesium alloy and feature folding hands for easy packing. All models offer special bearing inserts that allow for quasi-fluid movement. Additional features include a built-in bubble level, dual locking quick release plate and a 5 year warranty. The Induro PHT-Series 3-Way Panheads come in three sizes and range in price from $77 to $114.
Induro’s new tripods expands its Adventure Series with the Adventure AKP Series tripod kits. There are 3 new models – the AKP0, AKP1 and AKP2.
The new AKP0 is a compact 4-leg-section tripod, while the AKP1 and AKP2 are heavier duty 3-leg-section tripods. Each of the new models are magnesium alloy and feature quick lock legs. Additionally, each tripod is packaged as a kit with an Induro 3-Way Panhead, and also come with a 5 year warranty. The Induro Adventure AKP Series tripod kits range in price from $164 to $219.
Finally, Induro’s new QRT Series Quick Release Clamp is designed for monopods, tripods and other gear that does not already have a quick release system in place. The new QRT clamps can be installed on any 1/4-20 or 3/8-16 thread. The Induro QRT clamps will retail for $75.
You can find Induro products at B&H Photo.
More product images below. [Read more…]
Sony has a number of Alpha models (both DSLR and NEX) on special through March 5, 2011. Most of the instant rebates are $50 off and include the new Sony A33 and NEX-3. Additionally, the A900 has a $200 instant rebate; however, those are apparently in short supply at the moment.
See the full list of available Sony instant rebates over here at B&H Photo.
Since today is Valentine’s Day, it’s a great day to show some more love to Photography Bay’s loyal readers. That’s why today is the start of the Photography Bay Swag Bag Giveaway.
One lucky reader will receive the following gear stuffed into the Swag Bag:
That’s nearly $1300 [updated] now over $1400 worth of photography goodies for one lucky reader.
Here’s how you can easily get your shot at winning the whole Swag Bag: [Read more…]