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Pentax K-7 Firmware Version 1.03

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Pentax K-7

Pentax has issued a firmware update for the K-7.  The new firmware version 1.03 addresses the following issues:

  • Lens Correction (Distortion, Lateral chromatic aberration) is settable for below FA limited lenses.
    smc PENTAX-FA 31mmF1.8AL Limited
    smc PENTAX-FA 43mmF1.9 Limited
    smc PENTAX-FA 77mmF1.8 Limited
  • Improved usability by optimize the program of vertical position judgment.
  • Improved stability of recording movie for some SDHC Memory card.

Get more details and download the firmware update on Pentax’s website.

 

Adobe Photoshop Hits Twenty

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Adobe Photoshop 1.0

Adobe Photoshop turns 20 tomorrow, February 19, 2010.  It’s kind of amazing to think that it’s been around for that long.  While DSLRs really just began to flourish 5 or 6 years ago, Photoshop has been kicking for four times as long.  There is a whole lot of celebrating and special events coinciding with Photoshop’s 20th anniversary.  There are plenty of links in the press release below that can point you to ways to connect with the Photoshop community if you’re interested. [Read more…]

Lowepro SlingShot 102 AW, SlingShot 202 AW and SlingShot 302 AW Camera Bags

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Lowepro SlingShot 102 AW, SlingShot 202 AW and SlingShot 302 AW Camera Bags

Lowepro has updated its Slingshot series with three new camera bags, the SlingShot 102 AW, SlingShot 202 AW and SlingShot 302 AW.  The new camera bags add extra space for personal items, improved organization options and the ability to carry an attached tripod. [Read more…]

Seitz Roundshot VR Drive “s”

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Seitz Roundshot VR Drive

The Seitz Roundshot VR Drive “s” is a high-speed automated panorama head.  The mount automatically rotates the attached camera and allows it to capture up to 5 frames per second as part of a panoramic image.  The Roundshot VR Drive “s” is available directly from Seitz’s website.

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

Canon Rebel XS Instant Rebates

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Canon Rebel XS Instant Rebate

Canon has introduced some big rebates for the Rebel XS, which takes it into the sub-$500 territory for the basic kit. The rebates get bigger when you add telephoto lenses to the kit.

The rebates of $70 and $170 for the various kits lead to the final price points noted below.  The instant rebates expire on March 13, 2010.

Rebel XS w/ 18-55mm lens: $499 – B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Rebel XS w/ 18-55mm lens + 75-300mm lens: $599 – B&H Photo / Adorama

Rebel XS w/ 18-55mm lens + 55-250mm IS lens: $699 – B&H Photo / Adorama

X-Rite Launches Color Management Tips Website

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XritePhoto

X-Rite, maker of a number of color management products, has launched a new website geared toward providing color management tips, tricks and technologies for both amateur and professional photographers.  You can find the new website at XritePhoto.com.

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

Deal Alert: Pentax K-x Offers 12.4MP and 720p Video for Under $470

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Pentax K-x

B&H Photo has some solid deals on the Pentax K-x kits.  Along with the 12.4MP CMOS sensor, it has a 2.7 inch LCD screen, Live View, face detection, 720p HD video capabilities shooting at 24p, HDR bracketing, 4.7 fps, 11 point autofocus, and uses AA batteries.

Pentax K-x (black) w/ 18-55mm lens -$469.95

Pentax K-x (white) w/ 18-55mm lens -$468.95

Pentax K-x (red) w/ 18-55mm lens – $484.95

Pentax K-x (blue) w/ 18-55mm lens – $477.95

Pentax K-x (black) w/ 18-55mm & 50-200mm lenses – $573.95

Pentax K-x (black) w/ 18-55mm and 55-300mm lenses – $649.95

You’ll be hard pressed to find a more affordable entry into the DSLR realm with a camera as capable as the K-x.