Digital Camera News, Reviews and Tips
Lowepro has announced a new Photo Hatchback AW camera backpack series, along with the Dashpoint camera and device pouches.
The Photo Hatchback AW series is available in two models and in three different colors: Pepper Red, Slate Grey and Galaxy Blue. [Read more…]
Spider Holster has announced the availability of its Spider Arca-Swiss Clamp, which is designed to work with Arca-Swiss-style L-brackets (like those from Really Right Stuff). The Spider Arca-Swiss Clamp connects with the bracket to allow users to use both a bracket system and their Spider Holster without the need to reattach components to the bottom of the camera when shooting conditions change.
The Spider Arca-Swiss Clamp retails for $95.00 and is available via Spider Holster’s website.
More details in the press release below. [Read more…]
B&H has a big deal right now on bundles that include either the Canon 60D or the Rebel T3i. These deals are valid through July 28, 2012.
The Canon 60D bundle includes the following for $1299 (compare to $1732.28 if purchased separate):
The Canon Rebel T3i bundle includes the following for $849 (compare to $1221.78 if purchased separate):
Sony just released a new Alpha-mount lens – the Sony DT 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6 SAM.
The new lens is a consumer-oriented model designed for use on APS-C Sony A-mount cameras like the Sony A77, A57 and A37. It should be available in September for $300. Check availability at B&H Photo.
More details in the press release below. [Read more…]
The Sony SLT-A77: The Unofficial Quintessential Guide is a new book from Carol Roullard and Brian Matsumoto. In it, they “teach you how to obtain exceptional photographs and videos as they cover everything from the basics of using the camera’s automatic modes, to the more advanced aperture-priority, shutter-priority, program, and manual exposure modes.”
The Sony SLT-A77: The Unofficial Quintessential Guide retails for $34.95; however, it is currently available from Amazon for $19.06.
Kata has several new D-Light camera bags geared toward the hobbyist/enthusiast user. You can find Kata bags here at B&H Photo.
See the full line-up pricing and descriptions below. [Read more…]
The Spider Camera Holster is a new way to carry your camera. With this system your camera will clip onto a belt, taking the weight off from your neck and shoulders. Personally, I dislike standard camera straps. So I was thrilled to have the opportunity to test out the Spider Holster.
I tested out the SpiderPro Single Camera System, which includes the SpiderPro Belt, the SpiderPro Holster, the SpiderPro Plate, and a SpiderPin, with a Canon 7D with battery grip, a 70-200 f4 IS, and 430EX II Speedlite.
The SpiderPro Belt with Holster was very easy to adjust and get situated on my waist. The belt is adjustable via a velcro strap and is easy to switch the position from the right side of your body to the left side. The buckle is a triple lock type so you know that it will not randomly come unclipped. [Read more…]
Canon Rumors has more word an upcoming full frame, “entry-level” Canon DSLR priced at $1999. With the Canon 5D Mark III priced at $3500 for the body only, it is out of reach of a lot of enthusiast photographers.
Check out the rumored specs of the upcoming full frame shooter: [Read more…]
Lexar will begin supporting the XQD memory card format this year. Lexar has plans to bring XQD cards to market in third quarter 2012.
Currently, the only camera supporting the XQD format is the Nikon D4 and Sony is the only XQD card manufacturer with cards on store shelves, including Sony’s second batch of new S Series 168MB/s cards that are available for pre-order.
No word on pricing, but expect Lexar to be in the same ballpark as Sony during these early months of availability – with Sony starting at $130 for a 16GB card (an H Series at 125MB/s).
Maybe Lexar has word on “future XQD-based camera models” mentioned in its press release that will increase demand for the new format. My money is on the next Sony full frame model (the A99?) to feature at least one XQD card slot. Expect to hear more about XQD format support (SanDisk, Kingston?) and new camera models in the coming weeks as we lead up to Photokina 2012.
Check out Lexar’s full press release on upcoming XQD card support below. [Read more…]
Pricing and availability are now official for the new Sigma APO Macro 180mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM lens. It will be available on July 27 for $1699 for Canon, Nikon, Sigma, Sony and Pentax mounts. It’s currently available for pre-order at B&H Photo.
More info on the new lens in the latest press release below. [Read more…]