Exploit found in Nikon Image Authentication, claims ElcomSoft
00:10 EDT - Last November, ElcomSoft Co. Ltd., a Russian company specializing in computer security, published information documenting what it claimed was a flaw in Canon's Original Data Security system, and just five months later, the company now claims to have discovered a similar exploit in Nikon's competing Image Authentication system.
As with Canon, ElcomSoft states that it has contacted Nikon to report the issue, and received no response, and as in the earlier case, the company has published a number of clearly retouched images that...
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PRESS RELEASE: Getty Images Acquires PicScout
14:25 EDT - Acquisition will Bring Leading Image Identification Technology to More Customers around the World SEATTLE, April 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Getty Images, a leading creator and distributor of visual content and other media, today announced that it has acquired PicScout, a leader in identifying image use, metadata and licensing information on the web. This acquisition will build and grow upon Getty... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Fujifilm has launched the “Photo Rescue Project” which is the supporting efforts to clean photo prints and albums damaged with seawater and mud in disaster-affected areas
12:43 EDT - April 22, 2011 -- FUJIFILM Corporation (President and CEO: Shigetaka Komori) has announced the launch of the “Photo Rescue Project”, which extends assistance for efforts to clean photo prints and photo albums damaged with seawater or mud in the recent Great East Japan Earthquake and subsequent tsunami. In many parts of quake-affected regions, volunteers are searching for photo prints... (More) |
Express Review posted for Canon A3300!
22:46 EDT - The Canon A3300 doesn't look like the A-series cameras of old, but it's still attractive, simple, and inexpensive, maintaining the legendary image quality we've come to expect.
With a 16 megapixel sensor, and a 5x zoom, the Canon A3300 delivers a lot more to the average snapshooter on a budget, because the zoom starts at 28mm and telescopes out to 140mm equivalent, perfect for...
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PRESS RELEASE: Phase One Releases Capture One 6.2 -- free upgrade to owners of Capture One 6
17:31 EDT - COPENHAGEN, April 28, 2011 — Phase One today released Capture One 6.2. An upgrade to the popular raw conversion and image editing software that supports both professional medium format systems and more than 170 different DSLR camera models, Capture One comprises a full digital workflow to produce beautifully detailed and richly rendered images. Capture One 6.2 adds camera support for Samsung,... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: A Rare Opportunity for Photographers: Adobe's Julieanne Kost Comes to the Midwest
12:11 EDT - The leading professional photographic workshop series in the Midwest continues efforts to raise money and awareness for Akron Children's Hospital. This time the programming brings the very best in "how-to" Lightroom and Photoshop training! Akron, OH (PRWEB) April 28, 2011 -- Adobe's leading expert in Lightroom and Photoshop, Julieanne Kost, is making a rare appearance and coming to the... (More) |
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Adobe: Lightroom, Camera Raw, DNG Converter updates released
17:44 EDT - Adobe has today finalized the recent release candidates of its Lightroom and DNG Converter applications, as well as its Camera Raw plugin.
All three updates add support for the same list of thirteen new camera models, and three new models have tethering support in Lightroom. Lightroom 3.4 and Camera Raw 6.4 also add a selection of thirty...
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PRESS RELEASE: Canon U.S.A. Announces Two New Media Types For Large Format Printers
15:16 EDT - Enhancements Implemented for PosterArtist Poster Creation Software LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., April 27, 2011 -- Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging, today announced the addition of two new media types for use with Canon’s award-winning imagePROGRAF large format printers, Premium Glossy Paper 2 (280 gsm) and Premium Semi-Glossy Paper 2 (280 gsm). Designed for precise, ultra high-quality... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Evolution Of The Classic: The New AF-S Nikkor 50mm F/1.8G Lens
00:01 EDT - MELVILLE, N.Y. (April 27, 2011) -- Nikon Inc. today announced the AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G lens, a fast, compact lens that affords photographers the versatility of the classic 50mm focal length and the benefits of a fast aperture for photos and D-movies. Whether a new D-SLR enthusiast or a seasoned pro, users will appreciate the tack-sharp image quality, extreme low-light performance, shallow depth... (More) |
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Nikon D7000: new firmware
11:36 EDT - Nikon Inc. has issued an updated firmware release for its prosumer D7000 digital SLR, correcting a number of issues in the previous release.
Nikon D7000 firmware version 1.02 changes the behavior of the camera's long exposure noise reduction function, which when enabled will now apply dark current subtraction to images with shutter speeds...
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Lens Review: Nikon 24mm f/1.4G ED AF-S
18:53 EDT - Today's lens review is the Nikon 24mm f/1.4G ED AF-S. Released in February 2011, this lens is the widest and fastest offered by Nikon, producing a unique perspective from which to make photographs. It doesn't come without a hefty price tag, however, making many wonder if that unique perspective is worth the money. We've finished putting the lens through its paces in our lab - click here to read our full review of the Nikon 24mm f/1.4G ED AF-S.
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Express Review posted for Canon ELPH 300 HS!
18:35 EDT - Taking up the bottom position in the price category for quality slim pocket digital cameras, the Canon ELPH 300 HS has just what it takes to be a top seller.
While it won't deliver the gigantic prints of CCD cameras of similar size, the Canon 300 HS pleases in other ways, packing a 24-120mm equivalent lens, a good quality 2.7-inch LCD, and Full HD video capability...
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PRESS RELEASE: Redrock Micro Releases micro3D rig for Digital Video Cameras
13:47 EDT - New affordable SxS rig brings pro 3D gear to a new audience Hollywood, CA - Redrock Micro, the recognized leader in affordable professional-quality cinema accessories, today announced the new Redrock Micro micro3D rig for professional stereoscopic 3D production. The micro3D delivers professional features and build quality at a price that makes 3D accessible to virtually anyone wanting to shoot 3D.... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Space – now available in 3D!
13:11 EDT - A Fujifilm 3D camera is brought by the European Space Agency (ESA) into outer space to create superb 3D images and stunning 3D movies -- recording a new dimension to the final frontier April 25, 2011 -- Fujifilm's 3D camera took to the skies on December 15th 2010 in the Russian spacecraft Soyuz 25S, destination International Space Station, outer space. The Fujifilm 3D camera is a valuable part of... (More) |
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PRESS RELEASE: Canon named best-selling camera brand in Australia four years running
12:48 EDT - Canon has been ranked the No. 1 brand in Australia for the total digital camera market in 2010, owing to the popularity of its IXUS and PowerShot compact camera and EOS digital SLR (DSLR) camera brands. Canon has claimed the No.1 camera market position for the fourth straight year, holding the lead with 19% volume (units) share and 31% value share for 2010, according to GfK retail audit data.*1 GfK... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: New FotoSpot™ and FotoMapr™ Geo-Tag Digital Images in Nikon, Canon®, Sony®, Panasonic®, Ricoh® and Other Popular Cameras
13:57 EDT - Eka Technologies Introduces Consumer and Professional-Grade Geo-Tagging Digital Camera Peripherals Available in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth & Cabled Models THOUSAND OAKS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Eka Technologies, Inc., today announced FotoSpot and FotoMapr geo-tagging digital camera peripherals. FotoSpot and FotoMapr add GPS photo location, shot direction and even user notes to images created with Nikon,... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: MyPix2Canvas.com Offers 30% Off Discount for Mother’s Day
15:27 EDT - Surprise your mom with her favorite family photo on canvas. Apex, NC (PRWEB) April 20, 2011 -- MyPix2Canvas.com announced today a 30% discount promotion to celebrate Mother’s Day. The promotion will last through May 10, 2011. Customers will receive the discount by entering the coupon code MYMOM30 during checkout on the MyPix2Canvas.com online store. Family photos, class portraits, baby and... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Pentax 645D deemed Best DSLR Professional by TIPA 2011
15:14 EDT - PENTAX 645D Medium-format Digital SLR Camera Named “Best DSLR Professional” at 2011 TIPA European Photo & Imaging Awards GOLDEN, CO. PENTAX Imaging Company announced today that the PENTAX 645D medium-format digital SLR camera, first launched in June 2010, was selected the Best DSLR Professional in Europe 2011 by the prestigious Technical Image Press Association (TIPA). The award recognizes... (More) |
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PRESS RELEASE: Canon wins four honours at the 2011 TIPA Awards
15:11 EDT - United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, 21st April 2011 -- Canon today announces the company has won four awards from the Technical Image Press Association (TIPA). Designed to honour the best products launched in the preceding year, the TIPA Awards are recognised as the most coveted imaging accolades worldwide. The 2011 awards again acknowledge the quality present across Canon’s range, awarding... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Nikon wins again at the TIPA awards: D7000 and COOLPIX P300 honored
15:04 EDT - London, UK, 21 April 2011 -- Nikon Europe today announced it has been awarded two prestigious TIPA (Technical Image Press Association) awards, with the D7000 taking the prize for Best D-SLR Advanced and the COOLPIX P300 winning the accolade of Best General Compact Camera. TIPA is Europe’s leading image press association. Its awards are chosen by 29 photographic magazines across 13 European... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Sony digital imaging innovation once again recognised by TIPA: Sony wins two prestigious TIPA Awards 2011
14:47 EDT - · BEST IMAGING INNOVATION: Sony SLT, Translucent Mirror Technology · BEST EXPERT CAMCORDER: Handycam® NEX-VG10E 21 April 2011 -- This year the prestigious Technical Image Press Association has recognised Sony’s ability to continuously innovate its digital imaging product range. Sony's Translucent Mirror Technology won the Best Imaging Innovation award while the Handycam®... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Panasonic’s Digital Imaging Leadership Demonstrated with Prestigious Industry Accolade – 2011 TIPA Awards
14:43 EDT - Best Compact System Camera Expert for DMC-GH2 Best Rugged Compact Camera for DMC-FT3(TS3) Panasonic has won three categories at this year’s TIPA Awards, widely recognised as the most coveted photo and imaging awards worldwide. Panasonic’s LUMIX DMC-GH2 has been named ‘Best Compact System Camera Expert’; the DMC-FT3(TS3) has won ‘Best Rugged Compact Camera’; while... (More) |
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PRESS RELEASE: Fujifilm Wins Three TIPA 2011 Awards
14:22 EDT - FinePix X100, 3D Print Service and Frontier Dry Minilab DL600 April 21, 2011 -- FUJIFILM Corporation (President and CEO: Shigetaka Komori) is delighted to announce that the FinePix X100 digital camera, 3D Print Service and the Frontier Dry Minilab DL600 have been selected for the prestigious Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) Awards of the Year 2011 in the following categories: Best Premium... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Sigma APO 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM receives TIPA Best Expert Lens Award.
14:18 EDT - The Sigma Corporation (COO: Kazuto Yamaki) is pleased to announce that the SIGMA APO 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM, a large aperture telephoto zoom lens optimized for use with the latest digital SLR camera and incorporating Sigma’s original OS function, has won the “TIPA Best Expert Lens” award. This lens was introduced to market in July 2010. Name of Award: TIPA Awards 2011 Best... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Epson wins three prestigious TIPA Awards
14:04 EDT - Epson recognised for its easy-to-use, high quality imaging products 21st April 2011 -- Epson® has asserted its position as a leader in the professional imaging industry by winning three of the most important photo and imaging technology accolades at the Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) Awards 2011. Epson products recognised by TIPA were the Epson Stylus Photo R3000, named as the ‘Best... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Product Improvements Key to Capturing Digital Camera Purchases
13:50 EDT - (Weymouth, MA) April 18, 2011 . . . InfoTrends has released the results of its digital camera end-user survey. The survey, which included over 1,600 US consumers, confirmed that while the market is definitely maturing, over a quarter of current digital camera owners are considering purchasing an additional or replacement camera in the next twelve months, with many of these consumers seeking to upgrade... (More) |
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PRESS RELEASE: Ink2image introduces the Repleo recycling program for wide format inkjet printer cartridges
13:35 EDT - Wide format printer users can now turn their empty cartridges into cash, help protect the environment, and save over 50% on Ink Costs. Glenview, IL (April 20th, 2011) — Ink2image, a Glenview, IL-based distributor of digital inks, media, bulk-feed systems and related products to the photography and fine arts industries, has launched their Repleo recycling program that pays wide format printer... (More) |
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PRESS RELEASE: Photography for Kids! A Fun Guide to Digital Photography—New from Rocky Nook
22:37 EDT - Santa Barbara, CA—April 20, 2011—While some photographers still have doubts about transitioning from film to digital cameras, unbiased children have easily found their way into the digital world. Children are excited by the instant gratification of capturing an image and immediately seeing the result. With today's digital cameras, what used to be an expensive and disappointing process... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Toshiba Unveils Waterproof CAMILEO BW10 HD Digital Camcorder
21:09 EDT - Compact Camcorder Can Withstand Water, Dirt, Snow and More While Delivering HD Quality Video and Pictures IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Toshiba’s Digital Products Division (DPD), a division of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., today announced the launch of its waterproof CAMILEO® BW10 camcorder. The pocket-sized, HD camcorder comes in silver and yellow and features a rubberized... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Hasselblad Announces the Formation of a New Special Applications Department
18:56 EDT - With an initial focus on aerial photography, this new Department represents a new initiative by Hasselblad to go further in developing products and solutions to meet the needs of photographers working in special fields. From its very first camera in 1941, an aerial model designed for the Swedish Air Force during World War II to its collaborations with NASA, Hasselblad has demonstrated the ability... (More) |
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Samsung ST93: Slight tweaks for ultracompact digicam
16:54 EDT - From its headquarters in Seoul, Korea, Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. has today unveiled its new Samsung ST93 digital camera.
The Samsung ST93 looks to be very closely related to the existing ST90 model, but with a few minor tweaks. The ST93's body design has been subtly updated, with more gently rounded edges. The ST93 also...
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PRESS RELEASE: Oloneo® Announces PhotoEngine™ v1.0
14:31 EDT - Oloneo to deliver the fastest and most advanced HDR and RAW processing software of its generation. Beta users who register with Oloneo today will benefit from a special, time-limited 25% discount. Paris, France -- April 20, 2011 -- Oloneo today announced PhotoEngine v1.0, the only High Dynamic Range (HDR) and RAW processing software offering photographers full control over light and exposure in... (More) |
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PRESS RELEASE: Sigma Corporation of America Lauds 50 Years with Anniversary Site, Giveaways
14:01 EDT - Special web pages feature videos, photo sharing, photography tips and monthly chances to win RONKONKOMA, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sigma Corporation of America is celebrating its 50th anniversary by launching an online community where Sigma users can interact and learn about the company’s history. The Sigma Corporation of America 50th anniversary site was launched this week to commemorate the... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Samsung Introduces Multi-Proof W200 Pocket Cam for Full HD Filming Anywhere
13:42 EDT - The ideal vacation pocket cam features the best in imaging technology and specialized underwater features for great video anywhere SEOUL, Korea -- April 20, 2011 -- Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, a global leader in digital media and digital convergence technologies,has announced the launch of its W200 Pocket Cam. The W200 is designed so it can be taken anywhere to capture brilliant video in the toughest... (More) |
Lens Review: Nikon 35mm f/1.4G AF-S
23:29 EDT - Before Photokina 2010, Nikon announced a new fast wide angle prime lens, the 35mm f/1.4G. It follows up the popular DX 35mm f/1.8, this time designed for a full-frame camera body. The lens sports a premium price tag, closing in on $1,800. Is it worth the investment? Click here to read our full review of the Nikon 35mm f/1.4G.
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PRESS RELEASE: Research Institute of Systems Planning, Inc. (ISP) Released "ROBUSKEY for Video version 1.1" Plugin for After Effects, Premiere Pro and Final Cut Proq
18:42 EDT - April 18, 2011 9:00 JST -- Research Institute of Systems Planning, Inc. is proud to announce the release of "ROBUSKEY for Video version 1.1". This plugin software provides users Chroma-Key effects with the highest quality and the simplest operation. It supports both green background and blue background, runs on After Effects, Premiere Pro and Final Cut Pro. Of course, fine-tuning is also... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Samsung Announces NX Series Camera Firmware Upgrade
14:50 EDT - Upgrades for NX100 and NX10 cameras bring added fun and convenience to consumers SEOUL, Korea -- April 17, 2011 -- Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, a global leader in digital media and digital convergence technologies,today announced firmware upgrades for two products within Samsung’s NX compact system camera range -- the NX100 and NX10. The upgrade will give a unified user experience for the... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: New Casio TRYX™ Camera Arrives at Best Buy® Stores Nationwide
12:56 EDT - Award winning design rethinks the shape of digital cameras MINNEAPOLIS, MN & DOVER, NJ (April 18, 2011) -- Best Buy Co., Inc. (NYSE:BBY) and Casio America, Inc. today announced the availability of the Casio TRYX™, the new shape-shifting, high-performance digital camera from Casio. The device comes in black or a white version that is exclusive to Best Buy, and can be purchased at Best Buy... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Innovation Underwater: Nauticam NA-LX5 Housing for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5
18:45 EDT - Nauticam proudly announces the NA-LX5 Housing for the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. This camera and housing package offers functionality and image quality traditionally only available from much larger SLR systems plus ease of use previously found only in compact systems. Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 and Leica D-Lux 5 Panasonic’s LX5 camera is at the top of the compact camera world, with features rivaling... (More) |
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PRESS RELEASE: Sony Digital Network Applications, Inc.: "photo movie creator," the Smart-Phone Application That Enables You to Easily Create Movies from Photos and Share Them
17:57 EDT - " Share your heart-touching 'photo movie'." TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sony Digital Network Applications, Inc. (SDNA) today announced the release of "photo movie creator" -- the smart-phone application that enables you to easily create movies that combine photos with themes and music, and share them with friends and family over e-mail and social networking services. Application... (More) |
Express Review posted for Olympus XZ-1!
17:50 EDT - Long a pioneer in quality small cameras, Olympus has finally entered one of the more popular categories among digital cameras with the Olympus XZ-1.
Competing with the Canon S95 and Panasonic LX5, which also have 10-megapixel sensors and wide-to-mid-range zooms, the Olympus XZ-1 merges ideas from both into a premium pocket digital camera with a very...
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PRESS RELEASE: Russian Digital Imaging Market Dominated by Active Photo Hobbyists
17:34 EDT - (Weymouth, MA) April 18, 2011 . . . A recent InfoTrends survey on the European digital photography market indicates that vast differences in consumer behavior exist among the Western European and Russian markets. While the Western European market is a mature market with a diverse consumer make-up, nearly a third of the Russian market is composed of early adopters. As such, this market is extremely... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: PhotoBiz.com Adds Moby Music to Free Playlist
17:04 EDT - AllMusic considers Moby "one of the most important dance music figures of the early '90s, helping bring the music to a mainstream audience both in the UK and in America". In an unprecedented arrangement for the photography industry PhotoBiz.com has acquired the licenses of 10 Moby songs for use on its customers’ websites. Greensboro, NC (Vocus/PRWEB) April 13, 2011 -- PhotoBiz.com... (More) |
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PRESS RELEASE: Andrew Lu of Yorktown Heights, N.Y. wins Sigma Scholarship Contest
13:33 EDT - High school senior takes home $5,000 in cash, $1,000 in Sigma gear for photo essay in second annual competition RONKONKOMA, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--When Andrew Lu entered the Sigma Corporation of America Scholarship contest, he had two goals: To evoke emotion with his black-and-white imagery and to take home the grand prize. Today, the camera and lens manufacturer announced that Lu has successfully... (More) |
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PRESS RELEASE: Call Box's latest training course offers tips and tricks for users of the Panasonic GH2 DSLR camera with a focus on Final Cut Pro.
13:21 EDT - Now available at: Panasonic GH2 Guidebook. Call Box, a provider of interactive training for digital media professionals, has released their latest training course worldwide, "Panasonic GH2 Guidebook." About the Panasonic GH2 Guidebook Created by Apple Certified Pro instructor Noah Kadner, this course takes users through the usage of the GH2 camera in production and post-production. "Panasonic... (More) |
End of the road for Flip, as Cisco restructures
12:24 EDT - Cisco Systems Inc. has announced plans to restructure its business, and in the process looks to have consigned a digital imaging pioneer to the history books.
As part of the restructuring plan, Cisco will be discontinuing its Flip-branded flash memory camcorders, a product line that the company took onboard with its purchase of San Francisco-based Pure Digital...
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PRESS RELEASE: Carl Zeiss Partners with Lions Clubs International Foundation
09:45 EDT - Carl Zeiss, a leading provider of optical solutions, is branding a lens and screen cleaning kit for the Lions Clubs International Foundation, the official charitable foundation of Lions Clubs International, the world’s largest service club organization. The kits include ZEISS lens cleaning solution, ZEISS lens cleaning cloth, ZEISS pre-moistened towelettes and informational material about cleaning... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Watermark Hundreds of Digital Photos in One Session by Taking Advantage of Multi-Core Processors
13:23 EDT - BatchPhoto makes the task of protecting digital photos, with superimposed watermarks, easy and fast by processing hundreds of pictures in one session and by taking advantage of multi-core processors to speed-up the process. The operation can even be performed directly from Windows Explorer's contextual (right-click) menu. Craiova, Romania (PRWEB) April 12, 2011 -- Bits&Coffee has released BatchPhoto... (More) |
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PRESS RELEASE: Camera Bits’ Photo Mechanic Promotional Offer to Wrap on April 30, 2011
17:44 EDT - Final Chance to Purchase the Industry Standard for Fast and Powerful Photo Workflow Software for Only $60 Portland, Oregon -- Camera Bits, Inc., a pioneer in the development of software for professional digital photographers, today announced its special promotion to celebrate the company's 15th anniversary will end on April 30, 2011. Until then, Camera Bits is offering single user licenses for the... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Four Nikon products receive the "Red Dot Award: Product Design 2011"
14:51 EDT - Nikon D7000, COOLPIX P7000, COOLPIX S1100pj, EDG 8x42 April 13, 2011 -- TOKYO-Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce that the Nikon D7000 digital-SLR camera, the COOLPIX P7000 and S1100pj compact digital cameras, and the EDG 8x42 binoculars, developed, manufactured and sold by Nikon subsidiary Nikon Vision Co., Ltd, have been awarded the "red dot award: product design 2011" by Germany's... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Why wait? New Eye-Fi Mobile X2 Card Gives Cameras The Power Of Instant Uploads
13:02 EDT - New Direct Mode Technology and Eye-Fi Mobile Apps Now Available as a Free Upgrade to All X2 Cards MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., April 12, 2011 — Eye-Fi Inc. (www.eye.fi), makers of the world’s first wireless memory card, today launched the Eye-Fi Mobile X2, a new 8GB wireless memory card empowering cameras around the world with immediate uploading capabilities. The Eye-Fi Mobile X2 provides... (More) |
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PRESS RELEASE: Sony Introduces Powerful, Compact External Flash For Alpha Cameras With Quick Shift Bounce
01:01 EDT - Also introduces new Alpha system accessories including bracket, carrying case and lens hood HVL-F43AM external flash with GN43, Quick Shift Bounce adjustment, wireless ratio control and dust/moisture resistant design More new α system accessories: VCT-55LH bracket, LCS-AMB soft carrying case and ALC-SH111 lens hood HVL-F43AM external flash With a powerful output of GN43 (105mm ISO100... (More) |
Adobe announces CS5.5, Photoshop Touch SDK, subscription pricing
14:52 EDT - A year after it first announced plans to release Creative Suite 5, Adobe has revealed a mid-cycle update that brings new features to many of the programs in the suite, as well as a new pricing structure, and a software development kit allowing third parties to create apps connecting to Photoshop.
Adobe CS5.5 marks the first time the company has issued a mid-cycle, paid upgrade to the Creative Suite, something it has indicated that it now intends to continue in the future. The plan is to hold Creative...
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Full Review posted for Pentax K-5!
23:35 EDT - Two years ago, Pentax unveiled the K-7, a camera that impressed us greatly thanks to a rich prosumer feature set, and a weather-sealed, cold-proofed body barely any larger than the typical consumer SLR.
As well as drawing our praise for its great handling, the K-7 grabbed our attention with some really unusual capabilities, many of which have since mirrored by competitors, although a couple--including...
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Express Review posted for Panasonic ZS10!
21:04 EDT - Panasonic's latest pocket long-zoom GPS digital camera, the Lumix ZS10, supports Full HD video recording along with 14-megapixel image capture.
A 3-inch touchscreen LCD and 16x, 24-384mm equivalent zoom lens round out the Panasonic ZS10, which is still small enough to fit into larger pants pockets. In order to enable Full HD recording, the Panasonic...
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PRESS RELEASE: Zoom Announces H4n Handheld Recorder, Now Available at All Best Buy Locations
17:27 EDT - With 4-channel high resolution audio recording and variable recording pattern capability, H4n represents the next level of recording performance Hauppauge, NY – (April 11, 2011) – Zoom’s H4n Handy Video Recorder is now available at all Best Buy locations. Focusing on improving the user experience at every level, H4n is Zoom’s most sophisticated handheld recorder to date.... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Cinevate Announces the New Atlas FLT Lightweight Camera Slider at NAB
14:27 EDT - Compact and lightweight design makes this camera slider easy for filmmakers to transport Las Vegas, NV, NAB Booth # C12033 – (April 11, 2011)– Today Cinevate announces the addition of its most compact, affordable and lightweight DSLR camera slider – the new Atlas FLT. Based on the rock solid design and construction of its predecessor, Atlas 10, but measuring only 26 inches long... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Cinevate Debuts Simplis and Grip Sticks at NAB
14:17 EDT - New DSLR Rig is the ideal solution for filmmakers that need a customized, lightweight support rig Las Vegas, NV, NAB Booth # C12033 -- (April 11, 2011)-- Cinevate debuts their line of Simplis DSLR handheld rigs. The Simplis DSLR Rig is the ideal solution for any filmmaker needing a lightweight, “run and gun” support rig. Incorporating a revolutionary system that allows a filmmaker the... (More) |
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PRESS RELEASE: Panasonic Announces AVCCAM Importer Software Accelerating And Streamlining Import Of AVCHD Files Into Final Cut Pro
13:41 EDT - LAS VEGAS, NV (April 10, 2011) -- Panasonic Solutions Company is introducing AVCCAM Importer software, a QuickTime plug-in that eliminates the need to convert AVCHD files to ProRES422 files before editing in Final Cut Pro. AVCCAM Importer is a software plug-in for Apple Final Cut Pro to enable direct editing of an AVCHD “.mts” file without conversion. Since AVCCAM Importer is a plug-in... (More) |
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PRESS RELEASE: Canon U.S.A. Exhibits Imaging Solutions At 2011 NAB Show In Las Vegas
13:21 EDT - Company to Display New Professional 3D HD Imaging Solutions, XF Series Professional Camcorders, HD Broadcast Lenses, EOS Digital SLR Cameras and High-Resolution REALiS Projectors LAS VEGAS, April 11, 2011 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging, is exhibiting a wide range of products for broadcast HD television production, HD video content creation, and high-resolution image display... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Kodak Announces New Walk-Up Photo Scanning System for Creating New Client Services and Revenue Opportunities
13:26 EDT - ROCHESTER, N.Y, April 8 -- A walk-up photo scanning system from Kodak gives libraries, specialty retailers and other photo-intensive retail environments an opportunity to provide new client services and revenue streams. The KODAK Picture Saver Scanning System PS450 is an on-ramp for transforming printed memories, such as photographic prints and memorabilia, into digital files for photo books, digital... (More) |
Pentax joins ~70-city Get Out More Tour
14:36 EDT - Pentax Imaging Co. has announced its sponsorship of Backpacker Magazine's Get Out More Tour, which will be visiting almost 70 cities across more than 30 states, starting today.
The tour kicks off with tonight's event, which will be held in the REI store in Raleigh, North Carolina at 7pm. (Note that this event, along with certain others held in REI stores, requires registration.)...
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PRESS RELEASE: Class On Demand Legends Series Lights Up Its Training Curriculum
13:58 EDT - Popular training lineup now includes insider tips and tricks from film and video lighting Legend, Carl Gundestrup; Class on Demand™ also adds new Final Cut Pro Tutorial to the 'Legends' Series mix Hoffman Estates, IL – April 6, 2011 - Class on Demand™, a provider of professional educational products for creative markets, is pleased to announce that it has expanded its "Class... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: 633X UHS-I SDHC Memory Card Boasts Fastest Transfer Speeds to Date with 80MBps Write Capability for HD and 3D Video
13:40 EDT - Poway, CA. April 7th, 2011– Today Delkin announces the fastest SD memory card built to Secure Digital format specifications, with transfer speeds up to 95MB/s read, 80MB/s write and an impressive 633X speed rating that more than triples previous Class 10 capabilities. The new card, dubbed Elite 633X for its superb performance, utilizes an Ultra High Speed Bus Interface to achieve unprecedented... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Memory Card Reader Moves Files Twelve Times Faster with Universal Compatibility across Brands & Formats
13:32 EDT - Poway, CA. April 7th, 2011 - Delkin Devices, a technology manufacturer with over 25 years of experience in innovative digital design, today announced their highly anticipated USB 3.0 Universal Memory Card Reader boasting transfer speeds over 12 times that of current USB 2.0 readers. Since USB 3.0 technology was publicly announced in November of 2008, computer and accessory manufacturers have been... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: X-Rite Ships New i1 Professional Color Management Solutions for Photo, Pre-press, Publishing and Digital Printing Markets
13:11 EDT - New collection of profiling and color control tools for end-to-end imaging workflows now available worldwide GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., April 6, 2011 – X-Rite, Incorporated (NASDAQ: XRIT), the world leader in color management, measurement and communication technologies, today announced that its new portfolio of i1 Professional Color Management Solutions is now available from X-Rite’s online... (More) |
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PRESS RELEASE: China Expected to be a Leading Country for Digital Cameras in Next Five Years
12:59 EDT - (Weymouth, MA) March 30, 2011 . . . A new study from InfoTrends indicates that China will be one of the leading countries for digital cameras in the next five years. As the developed regions of the world experience a maturing of the digital camera and photo printing markets, new opportunities will come from emerging markets such as China. China still has a huge first time buyer market to tap into,... (More) |
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PRESS RELEASE: Situation of our production sites following the Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami
12:36 EDT - Situation of our production sites following the Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami April 7, 2011 -- Ricoh Company, Ltd. -- The following is the current situation of our production sites in the affected areas of Tohoku and Kanto as of April 7. Ricoh Optical Industries Co., Ltd. (Hanamaki, Iwate) Production lines have resumed operations as of late March. Hasama Ricoh, Inc. (Tome, Miyagi) ... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Tessera Announces Strategic Reorganization Initiatives
12:01 EDT - Expands Micro-electronics Into Adjacent Areas Hires Financial Advisor GCA Savvian Advisors, LLC to Explore Alternatives for Imaging & Optics SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Tessera Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: TSRA) announced today two corporate initiatives to enhance the strategic positioning and value of its operations for its stockholders, customers and employees. Micro-electronics Tessera... (More) |
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PRESS RELEASE: Canon Enhances The XF305 and XF300 Professional Camcorders With New 3D Capabilities
11:55 EDT - New Firmware Enables 3D HD Video Capture Assist and a Host of New Features LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., April 7, 2011 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging, today announced significant enhancements to the Canon XF305 and XF300 Professional Camcorders, including the ability to configure two units for 3D HD video capture. Canon's new firmware upgrades the XF300-series camcorders to include... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Powerbase-70 Now Available To Vast Camcorder Market
15:27 EDT - (LONG ISLAND, NY) – APRIL 6th, 2011 – Switronix is proud to announce their new Powerbase-70 PRO, a versatile power solution available for a wide array of camcorders in both the professional video and DSLR markets. While already compatible with popular models including the Panasonic AG-AF100 and Canon 5D, 7D, 60D, T2i, T3i and T3 cameras, the Powerbase-70 PRO is now available for Canon... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Final Cut Users Get Bundled With Av3 Software's New Production Power Packs
14:27 EDT - Production Power Packs designed to maximize workflows at minimum cost; first power pack couples Get with Boris AAF Transfer for editors working with both Final Cut Pro and Media Composer Boston, MA – April 6, 2011 – AV3 Software, developer and distributor of unique and innovative workflow tools for digital media, is pleased to introduce to the creative community its brand new Production... (More) |
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PRESS RELEASE: Recovery Status Report for Canon Inc. and Canon Group Following Great East Japan Earthquake
14:13 EDT - TOKYO, April 4, 2011—The Great East Japan Earthquake, which struck off the northeast coast of Japan's main island of Honshu on March 11, caused massive damage and loss of life in the area. We at Canon extend our heartfelt condolences to all those affected by this disaster, along with their families and loved ones. We pray for the safety of everyone in affected areas and hope that the region... (More) |
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PRESS RELEASE: Canon aids relief efforts in aftermath of Great East Japan Earthquake
13:22 EDT - TOKYO, April 4, 2011—We at Canon extend our heartfelt condolences to all those affected by the Great East Japan Earthquake and pray that the region will soon be able to begin the rebuilding and healing process. To aid the relief efforts in areas hardest hit by the massive earthquake on March 11, Canon Inc. is supporting the medical activities of the Japanese Red Cross Society through the donation... (More) |
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PRESS RELEASE: Status of Sony Group Manufacturing Operations Affected by the East Japan Earthquake, Tsunami and Related Power Outages
12:56 EDT - (Tokyo, April 6, 2011) - Sony Corporation (“Sony” or the “Company”) today updated the status of Sony Group manufacturing operations affected by the March 11 East Japan earthquake, tsunami and related power outages, as of April 6, 2011. As of March 14, 2011, operations at ten Sony Group sites and facilities had been suspended as a result of damage caused by the earthquake,... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: NAB Show 2011 in Las Vegas: New SLR lens set with custom-made suitcase
21:05 EDT - Attractive offer for filmmakers and filming photographers in entry-level HD video segment OBERKOCHEN/Germany, 05.04.2011. -- During the NAB Show in Las Vegas from April 9-14, 2011, Carl Zeiss will introduce an attractive bundled lens set offer for its SLR lenses. The set contains the following lenses with F (ZF.2) or EF bayonet (ZE): Distagon T* 2,8/21,Distagon T* 2/28, Distagon T* 2/35,Planar T*... (More) |
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PRESS RELEASE: Technicolor & Canon USA Form Strategic Alliance To Leverage Technicolor Color Science for Canon EOS DSLR Cameras
18:54 EDT - Paris, France & Hollywood, California – April 5, 2011 – Technicolor (Euronext Paris: TCH) today announced it has formed a strategic alliance with Canon USA, Inc. to leverage Technicolor’s color-science in the development of a suite of creative tools for cinematographers to facilitate greater usability and integration of Canon EOS DSLR cameras into the motion picture and television... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Singular Software Presto For Final Cut Pro: Beta Now Available
18:34 EDT - Revolutionary synchronization application works alongside FCP to create engaging presentation videos; innovative tracking and automation technology syncs presenter, screen, and slides in just minutes Vancouver, British Columbia – April 5, 2011 – Singular Software™, developer of workflow automation applications for digital media, is pleased to announce the public beta of Singular... (More) |
Fujifilm Z900EXR / Z909EXR: Stylish multi-touch EXR ultracompact announced
17:04 EDT - Fujifilm North America Corp. has today announced its new FinePix Z900 EXR digital camera, which apparently will be known in some markets as the Z909 EXR (although we're not sure which, given that the Z900 name seems to be being used in the USA, Europe, and Japan).
The Fujifilm FinePix Z900 EXR follows on from last year's FinePix Z800 EXR model, and the most significant change is to be found in the choice of sensor. Where the Z800 features a twelve megapixel Super...
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Nikon D5100: Side-swivel,mid-range DSLR previewed (including Shooter's Report) (UPDATED)
00:01 EDT - Nikon has today announced the D5100, a new mid-range single-lens reflex digital camera that marks several firsts for the company--and we've just posted our hands-on Nikon D5100 preview with a full set of test images (almost 250 shots) and a gallery of 33 sample images from Shawn's shooting excursion with the camera. (Update: Shooter's Report up now!)
The Nikon D5100 is based around the pairing of the same 16.2 megapixel, DX-format CMOS image sensor that previously featured in the D7000, and EXPEED 2 image processing (again similar to that of the...
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PRESS RELEASE: Total Production Of Nikkor Lenses For Nikon SLR Cameras Reaches Sixty Million
00:01 EDT - MELVILLE, N.Y. (April 5, 2011) – Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce that total production of NIKKOR interchangeable lenses for Nikon SLR cameras has reached 60 million in March 2011. In 1959, Nikon (then Nippon Kogaku K.K.) released its first SLR camera, the Nikon F. At the same time, Nikon also released its first NIKKOR interchangeable lenses for Nikon SLR cameras, among them the NIKKOR-S... (More) |
Rollei: New digicam, camcorder, underwater housing
17:43 EDT - Germany's RCP-Technik GmbH & Co. KG, the company behind the historic Rollei brand, announced several new products for the European market late last week.
The Rollei Sportsline 60 is a compact digital camera that harkens back to days gone by with a relatively sane resolution of just five megapixels from a CMOS image sensor of unspecified size. This sits...
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Accessory Review: Lensbaby Composer Pro
15:46 EDT - We take the new Composer Pro to Berkeley with the Double Glass Optic and the Fish-Eye Optic.
We liked the original Composer design a lot. The new Pro is a refinement, adding a metal ball for smooth tilts and a refined focusing mechanism that eliminates the play we found on the original Composer....
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PRESS RELEASE: Focal Press Introduces Field Guide Series for On-the-Go Photographers
14:18 EDT - Photo-rich, back-pocket books offer tutorials on everything from travel and wedding photography to DSLR cameras and exposure BURLINGTON, Mass. – March 28, 2011– Focal Press, a leading publisher of media technology books, today introduced its Field Guide series, a collection of educational books for on-the-go photographers. The series includes expert tips on topics ranging from travel,... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Iridient Digital releases RAW Developer 1.9.1 for Mac OS X
12:57 EDT - Pacific Grove, CA, March 31, 2011 -- Iridient Digital, Inc. has released RAW Developer 1.9.1 a major update to our critically acclaimed RAW image processing software for Mac OS X. This update includes support for several new camera models including the Fuji X100, F550EXR and HS20EXR (HS22EXR). Memory requirements for loading very large numbers of certain image formats, particularly Pentax PEF format,... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Lensbaby Announces a New SLR Lens: The Composer Pro
11:53 EDT - The Composer Pro delivers ultra-smooth creative control for the most discerning professional photographers and videographers PORTLAND, Ore. -- Lensbaby announces its newest SLR creative effects camera lens, the Composer Pro. The Composer Pro refines and enhances the popular and award winning Lensbaby Composer by upgrading the swivel ball and focus mechanism to provide professional performance. The... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: OmniVision Doubles Size of Image Sensor Patent Portfolio
10:52 EDT - SANTA CLARA, Calif., April 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- OmniVision Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: OVTI), a leading developer of advanced digital imaging solutions, today announced the purchase of approximately 850 image sensor-related patents and patent applications from Eastman Kodak Company for $65.0 million in a cash transaction. The transaction was completed onMarch 31, 2011. "We are pleased with... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Capture: Digital Photography Essentials -- New from Rocky Nook
18:04 EDT - Santa Barbara, CA—The beginning of the photographic process significantly affects the final outcome of an image—a fact that remains as true for digital photography as it is for film. To create a good digital image or negative, good exposure is required. Capture: Digital Photography Essentials (Rocky Nook, $39.95 USD) concentrates on photography from a digital- capture workflow point... (More) |
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PRESS RELEASE: Panasonic To Launch 15-Market "Experience Amazing" Tour
16:54 EDT - Major-Market Tour Will Showcase Panasonic’s 2011 Line of Cutting-Edge Home Entertainment Products Visitors Will Have the Opportunity to Experience Award-Winning VIERA Full HD 3D and VIERA Connect IPTVs and Get Hands on with the Latest in 3D Cameras and Camcorders SECAUCUS, NJ (March 31, 2011) – Panasonic, a worldwide leader in Full HD 3D and Connected TV technologies, announced today... (More) |
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PRESS RELEASE: X-Rite Announces Free April Webinars
16:01 EDT - Online educational tutorials provide photographers with basic information, insights, and tips to achieve color control, consistency and creativity in their workflow Elmsford, NY – April 1, 2011 – X-Rite Photo Marketing announces its schedule of April Webinars that have been developed to address specific color management topics and are designed to appeal to both professional and serious... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Dreamstime Introduces Geo-Tagging to Image Library
13:05 EDT - Will Begin Offering Time-Limited Exclusivity Licenses and “Choose Your Price” NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Dreamstime, leader in stock photography, has implemented a variety of new features on its site dedicated to targeting new audiences through incentives and increasing precision in the approach to customers' needs and contributors' value. Always focusing on using new technology... (More) |
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