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Photo Fusion – Book Review

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Photo Fusion is a book by Jennifer Bebb that deals directly with integrating audio and video capture into wedding photography coverage.  This is a book written for photographers – specifically, wedding photographers.  The clear goal of the book is to bring experienced photographers up to speed with this new genre of wedding coverage, focusing mainly on adding HDSLR video capture to the wedding day coverage. [Read more…]

Pentax K-5 Announced

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The Pentax K-5 is a 16.3MP DSLR geared toward the enthusiast photographer and looks to compete directly with the Canon 7D and Nikon D300s.  The K-5 features 7 fps still image frame rate, ISO 80-51200 (w/ expansion) and 1080p HD video capture at 25 fps.

The Pentax K-5 should be available in October 2010 at an initial retail price of $1599.95 for body only and $1749.95 with an 18-55mm kit lens.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

Pentax K-5 Key Features

  • 16.3MP CMOS Sensor
  • 7 fps frame rate
  • ISO 80-12800 (expandable to ISO equivalent 51200)
  • 1080p video at 25 fps
  • Built-in Sensor-based Image Stabilization
  • 3-inch 921k dot res LCD
  • 0.92x Magnification VF w/ 100% Coverage
  • External Audio Mini Plug
  • 11-point AF System
  • In-Camera HDR
  • Magnesium Alloy Body (same as K-7)
  • HDMI Out
  • SDXC Memory Card Compatibility

Alongside the new K-5, Pentax has also announced a new 18-135mm lens, which should be available in October 2010 at an initial retail price of $529.95.

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

Casio EXILIM EX-H20G Announced

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The Casio EX-H20G is a 14.1MP point and shoot camera that offers a hybrid GPS function, enabling users to capture geotagging info while indoors.  To accomplish this task, the H20G stores last known GPS info in the built-in maps within the camera and uses this info to tag images while indoors until the camera can obtain a GPS signal again.

The EX-H20G also features a 10x optical zoom lens and captures 720p HD video.  The EX-H20G should be available in November 2010 at an initial retail price of $349.99. Check availability on Amazon.com.

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

Casio EXILIM EX-Z16

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The Casio EX-Z16 is a 12MP, budget-oriented camera.  The Z16 features a 3x optical zoom, 2.7″ LCD screen and the ability to capture SD video, along with YouTube uploader software.

The Z16 should be available in September 2010 at an initial retail price of $99.99.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

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

Fuji FinePix X100 Announced

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The Fuji FinePix X100 is a point and shoot camera with a 12MP DSLR-sized sensor.  The Fuji X100 features a 23mm f/2 lens, which is equivalent to a 35mm field of view on a full frame camera.

Additionally, the X100 captures 720p video and includes a hot shoe for external flashes when the built-in flash doesn’t cut it.  A hybrid viewfinder allows you to switch between optical and electronic viewing options.

The new X100 should be available in early 2011.

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

Panasonic AG-AF100 Coming December 2010

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A recent Panasonic press statement confirms the availability of the new AVCCAM AG-AF100 Micro Four Thirds camcorder in December 2010.

Unlike the half-camcorder, half-camera Sony NEX-VG10, the coming AG-AF100 is built from the ground up as a camcorder, complete with HD SDI output, time code, XLR input and internal ND filter, among other features.

B&H has already listed the new camcorder with full features and specificiation listings; however, at the time of this post, it is not available for pre-order.

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