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Olympus E-520 Review at Photography Review

November 20, 2008 By Eric Reagan

Photography Review has published a full review of the Olympus E-520.

Combine the E-520’s minimal size and built-in image stabilization and you’ve got what I believe is one of the best backpacking cameras available.

For the latest news and reviews, see Photography Bay’s Olympus E-520 Reviews and Resources.

Nikon D3x and Nikon D400 Rumors

November 20, 2008 By Eric Reagan

The latest word on the long-rumored Nikon D3x is that Nikon’s going to drop the bombshell on December 1.

Additionally, rumors of a Nikon D400 are also surfacing.

I’ve not seen anything convincing of either point yet; however, Nikon Rumors has posted the trail of breadcrumbs here and here. You’ll also find a lively discussion in the DPR forums here.

Nikon D90 Review at Think Camera

November 20, 2008 By Eric Reagan

Think Camera has posted a review of the Nikon D90.

The D90 is a trophy of a middleweight camera, with the D-movie HD video mode tagging on an extra medal or two.

For the latest news and reviews, visit Photography Bay’s Nikon D90 Reviews and Resources.

Nikon SB-900 Firmware Update 5.02

November 20, 2008 By Eric Reagan

Nikon has released a firmware update for the Nikon SB-900 flash. The following improvements have been made in version 5.02

With uninterrupted shooting with the SB-900 set to i-TTL mode, images captured just before the flash ceased firing were sometimes overexposed. This issue has been resolved. By resolving this issue, metering precision has been further increased and the number of times the flash fires has also been increased.
When the SB-900, set to TTL auto flash mode, is used with a camera supporting the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS), flash mode automatically changes to A mode according to camera communication status. That flash mode was previously maintained, but it has been modified so that TTL auto flash mode is restored once the SB-900 again recognizes the camera as a CLS-compatible camera.

Additional details and downloads can be found via the following links to Nikon:

SB-900 Firmware Update 5.02 – Windows

SB-900 Firmware Update 5.02 – Macintosh

Nikon DSLRs’ Falling Prices

November 19, 2008 By Eric Reagan

Good news for Nikon fans – Nikon DSLR prices are dropping like bricks at Amazon. Maybe it’s just the holiday spirit, but these are some really great deals.

Nikon D90 at $891.99

Nikon D200 at $799.99 (yes, it’s new – and no, it’s not obsolete)

Casio EXILIM Pro EX-FH20 Review at PhotographyBLOG

November 19, 2008 By Eric Reagan

PhotographyBLOG has posted a review of the Casio EXILIM Pro EX-FH20.

Photographically speaking, there’s nothing that exceptional about the Casio. However if you’re a YouTube junkie and as keen on video as you are shooting stills, and being able to capture slow motion footage as well as widescreen vistas floats your boat, then the Casio EXILIM Pro EX-FH20 is worth further investigation.

Canon 5D Mark II Hands-On at Digital Pro Talk

November 19, 2008 By Eric Reagan

David Ziser over at Digital Pro Talk has a nice hands-on account of 8 hours with the Canon 5D Mark II.

I can’t wait to permanently get my hands on this baby. The phenomenally high ISO capabilities promise some unbelievable benefits especially to us event shooters.

Follow more news and reviews on Photography Bay’s Canon 5D Mark II Reviews and Resources.

DIY Photography has launched a new photo project with some nice camera/lens rental prizes. It involves (1) finding a partner, (2) exchanging camera gear for a short time and (3) writing a short review of that new (to you) gear. Pretty cool if you ask me.

Oh, and the prizes… How about a free 2 week rental of the body/lens combo of your choosing from BorrowLenses.com?

Head on over to DIY Photography to get the full scoop on the “Sharing and Learning” contest and figure out how to get your hands on your dream camera and/or lens for a 2 week test drive.

Nikon D90 Review at Let’s Go Digital

November 18, 2008 By Eric Reagan

Let’s Go Digital has published a review of the Nikon D90.

The image quality is steady as a rock. Excellent color reproduction and superb dynamic range combined with Nikon’s 3D Matrix metering ensure an outstanding DSLR.

For the latest news and reviews, visit Photography Bay’s Nikon D90 Reviews and Resources.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 Review at Cnet

November 18, 2008 By Eric Reagan

Cnet has posted a review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1.

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 is a camera that people will either love for its speed, photo quality, and interchangeable-lens flexibility or hate for its large-ish size, electronic viewfinder, and occasionally frustrating design.

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