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Canon G11 ISO Test

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The Canon G11 is the latest in a long line of solid compact cameras.  One of the big buzz features about the G11 was Canon’s decision to drop from 14.7-megapixels in the G10 down to 10-megapixels in the G11.  It finally seems like the marketing department has listened a bit to the cries from the prosumer audience who say that more megapixels is not necessarily the answer.  Canon has embraced the growing voice of critics with the launch of the G11 stating, “You asked, and Canon not only listened, but delivered big-time.”  So, does Canon deliver big-time in the noise department with the G11? [Read more…]

 

Manfrotto 732CY Carbon Fiber Tripod

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The Manfrotto 732CY is the latest addition to the M-Y family of tripods.  The 732CY uses carbon fiber to reduce weight down near the two-pound threshold.

Key specs of the Manfrotto 732CY include the following:

  • 52.95″ max height
  • 16.73″ closed height
  • 2.09 lbs.
  • 7.7 lbs. max capacity

The Manfrotto 732CY carries an initial retail price of $200.

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

Elinchrom Ranger Quadra

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At PhotoPlus last week, Elinchrom introduced the Ranger Quadra, which is a portable battery flash system offering built-in Skyport triggering, Eye-Cell (prevents triggering during pre-flash allowing the system to work in conjunction with a TTL-system like Nikon’s CLS) and several othere unique features.

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

Kata Auxiliary Belt and Pouch System

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Kata has developed a belt and harness system with various pouches for DSLRs, lenses, flashes and accessories.  As you can see from the above image, the system is customizable to allow photographers to carry the appropriate amount of gear on a given outing.

More details on the system can be found in Kata’s press release below. [Read more…]

Kata CS-15 and CS-17

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Kata has added the CS-15 and CS-17 to its GDC camera satchel bag lineup.  The CS-15 can hold a DSLR with lens attached, up to 2 lenses (the largest being a 70-200mm 2.8 with reversed hood), accessories and up to a 15.4” laptop computer.  The CS-17 can hold a DSLR with lens attached, up to 2 lenses (the largest being a 70-200mm 2.8 with reversed hood), accessories and up to a 17” laptop computer.

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

Tips to Keep Your Inspiration Alive Through Photographic Exercises

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The Colors

Let your little light shine! As a photographer, you often can get either bored with what you’re shooting, totally demotivated, or may even run dry of your inspiration. If you shoot professionally, this is not good at all. If you’re a semi-pro or amateur, it can be a real drag for your hobby. I experienced such a problem recently after shooting for three years and I dedicated my time to ensure that the photographer in me doesn’t die out the way being a musician did for me. Here are my tips to ensure that you keep trudging and moving towards the light at the end of the tunnel during the hard times.

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