Digital Camera News, Reviews and Tips
Alien Skin Software, maker of Bokeh, Blow Up, Exposure and other post-processing tools, recently launched a new blog.
Of course, they’re big on sharing content about Alien Skin Software, but the new blog also covers other photography topics like photography iPhone apps, freelensing and enthusiasm.
Check out the Alien Skin blog here.
One of my favorite mirrorless cameras is the Panasonic GF1. In terms of form-factor, controls and image quality, the GF1 delivers a great balance.
If 43rumors.com is accurate with its prediction, we should see the successor to the GF1 tomorrow. It’s looking like the GF2 will have the same 12MP sensor as is found in the Panasonic G2, which is a solid performer.
If the Panasonic GF2 turns out to deliver better performance, while maintaining the friendly form-factor of the GF1, then we should have a real gem on our hands.
Stay tuned for the latest on the Panasonic GF2.
[via 43rumors.com]
Update: It’s already leaked in France. Here’s proof:
[via Photo Rumors]
If you’re really lusting after that new Nikon D7000 or Canon 60D, and you’re coming up short on cash to make the move, consider upgrading your current gear toward the purchase of the latest and greatest.
One of Photography Bay’s affiliates, Adorama, asked me to remind those of you who might be interested that they will buy your used photo and video gear for cash or trade.
Here’s how Adorama’s deal works:
“If you are ready to upgrade your system, or you have equipment that you would like to turn into cash, send us the equipment to have it evaluated and we will give you an honest and fair offer. If you accept the offer, we will send you a check right away or you can use it as a credit toward any purchase you would like to make.
If a deal is not made, we will return the merchandise to you, fully insured, at our expense.” –Adorama
To get more info on how to sell your used gear to Adorama, visit this page: Adorama Used Gear
Tether Tools has launched a new line of JerkStopper cable retention devices to help you prevent cables from popping out of ports while shooting tethered. The JerkStoppers work with any USB, FireWire or HDMI cables, along with a number of other types of cables.
Tether Tools JerkStoppers and other Tether Tools products are available at Adorama.com.
More details in the press release below. [Read more…]
Canon has announced that it will be delaying the shipment of the recently unveiled 8-15mm, 300mm and 400mm lenses, which were scheduled for release in Dec. 2010 and Jan. 2011) until March 2011.
The new 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM lens, however, is scheduled for release on November 19.
New rebates for the Canon 60D just launched.
For a limited time, you can get up to a $200 instant rebate on the Canon 60D. Basically, the 60D body or 60D with kit lens gives you a $100 rebate. If you also buy a Canon 55-250mm or 70-300mm lens with your 60D, you save $200 instantly.
Full list of deals at B&H Photo here.
In Parts 1 and 2 of this series, I provided an introduction to this autofocus evaluation, as well as a brief overview of the Canon 1D Mark IV and Nikon D3S AF systems. In Part 3 of this series, I looked more in-depth at images captured during basketball games with the 1D Mark IV and D3S. If you have not read the previous installments in this series, you can do so now by clicking the links below:
In Part 4 below, we will look more in-depth at images captured during a track and field event with the 1D Mark IV and D3S. [Read more…]
Below you will find this week’s firmware updates. Hit the manufacturer website links for more details and download instructions for the firmware.
Panasonic Lumix FZ100 version 1.1 – “Improvement of banding noise or shadow which may occur depending on the outdoor shooting condition” [Panasonic Website]
Ricoh GXR system multiple versions – Multiple bug fixes. [Ricoh Website]
Sigma DP1x version 1.01 – “Corrects the phenomenon that recording time is rather long. Shortens the time of turning on and off.” [Sigma Website]
Animoto has released a free plug-in for Apple Aperture users.
Available at no charge, the plug-in lets Aperture users initiate Animoto video projects from directly within Aperture. Now, even when working in Aperture, photographers are only a few clicks away from a stunning Animoto video. –Animoto
You can download the plug-in from Animoto here.
Bob Davis’ Lights, Camera, Capture book is now available on iPad with a much more interactive version than you get with your typical ink and paper.
Check out iTunes for a closer look at the iPad version of the book.
You can also order a physical copy of the book from Amazon here. You can check out the Lights, Camera, Capture book review here as well.