- Thursday, 27 August 2009 -
Sony announces the Alpha 500 and Alpha 550 DSLRs
Two powerful, feature-packed DSLR cameras from Sony make it easier
than ever to capture beautiful pictures, carefree family portraits,
stunning holiday memories and action-packed scenes.
The DSLR-α500 (12.3 megapixels) and DSLR-α550 (14.2
megapixels) are packed with advanced Sony technology that combine the
spontaneity and freedom of Live View shooting with generous
possibilities to realise your creative vision.
Read on....
EA Comments: For users of the A350 DSLR the
A550 looks to by the true upgrade path rather than the earlier announced
A380. The full flexibility of the A350 is maintained with the added
enhancements of the Exmor CMOS sensor, additional live view mode and
higher speed continuous shooting. Hopefully operational speed has been
increased to improve the responsiveness of the camera in comparison to
the A350. A dual format memory card option has been provided but at the
expense of the Compact Flash storage. SDHC memory storage seems to be
becoming the storage method of choice with of course Sony's proprietary
Memory Stick Duo. There does not seem to be any change to the optical
viewfinder.
Sony announces the Alpha 850 full frame DSLR
The new DSLR-α850 from Sony offers serious
photo enthusiasts a step up to the creative possibilities of full-frame
imaging at a compelling price.
Ruggedly built for unflinching pro-style handling and
performance, the α850 shares the same 24.6 megapixel sensor and
virtually all features of the flagship DSLR-α900, introduced last year.
Like its full-frame sibling, the α850 fully exploits the creative
possibilities of the α family of lenses that includes premium full-frame
optics from Carl Zeiss, plus five high-performance G Lens models.
At the heart of the α850 is a full frame 24.6
effective megapixel Exmor™ CMOS sensor that captures flawless,
detail-packed images with vibrant, lifelike colours and fine textures.
Read on....
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- Sunday, 23 August 2009 -
EA Comments: Are
we seeing the end of the megapixel race?
Looking at the latest camera releases there has not been a boost
in the resolution provided as seen in previous years. Most cameras now
feature at least 12 megapixels but there are some which offer a slightly
lower 10 megapixel resolution. The Panasonic LX3, and the Canon S90 and
G11 are a case in point. These are high end compacts with the serious or
advanced amateur photographer in mind but optimised to produce lower
noise images than usually found on a compact. For many purposes 10
megapixels is more than enough for most people and for the serious
photographer the overall quality of the results is more important than
having the highest resolution possible. With the demand for higher
resolution reduced, we may look forward to seeing improvements in image
processing and more useful and innovative features. EA.
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- Thursday, 20 August 2009 -
The RWI Photo Gallery
The RWI Photo Gallery features photographs taken from various
destinations around the world.
This is an expanding collection of photos
that features everything from cityscapes to wildlife. Take
a look.
Adobe Camera RAW 5.5 Release Candidate Now on Adobe
Labs
Adobe today released the Photoshop Camera Raw 5.5 plug-in and DNG
Converter 5.5 Release Candidates available immediately for download at
http://labs.adobe.com. The update
extends raw file support to four of the latest popular camera model
releases, including the Nikon D300s, Nikon D3000, Olympus E-P1 and
Panasonic DMC-FZ35. The Release Candidate also includes a correction to
the demosaic algorithms in the raw conversion process for Bayer sensor
cameras with unequal green response.
Adobe is providing the update as a release candidate
to benefit from additional feedback from the community before publishing
a final version on Adobe.com. Adobe continues its commitment to provide
photographers greater artistic freedom with access to the latest raw
image formats directly within Photoshop. Adobe Photoshop Camera Raw
supports the same functionality for TIFF and JPEG files.
Pricing and Availability
The Photoshop Camera Raw 5.5 plug-in and DNG Converter 5.5 Release
Candidates are available as free downloads for existing customers of
Photoshop CS4. Click here for more information and to download:
http://labs.adobe.com. Feedback on
the release candidate can be provided on the Adobe User to User forum (http://forums.adobe.com/community/cameraraw).
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- Wednesday, 19 August 2009 -
Canon
announces the PowerShot SX120 IS Digital Camera
Canon today announces the PowerShot SX120 IS – a high quality,
easy-to-use digital compact camera with a flexible 10x optical zoom lens
which offers high resolution, DIGIC 4 image processing and Smart Auto
Mode – making it easier than ever for everyone to capture superb-quality
images. The new PowerShot SX120 IS offers impressive power and usability
features and builds on the success of its popular predecessor, the
PowerShot SX110 IS, while the design incorporates ergonomic curved lines
and a handsome, lightweight, black finish.
Read here for more information on the
Canon PowerShot SX120 IS.
Canon
announces the PowerShot SX20 IS Digital Camera
Canon today announces the new PowerShot SX20 IS – a digital compact
camera with a 20x wide-angle super zoom lens – enabling photo
enthusiasts to get closer to their chosen subject. The Canon PowerShot
SX20 IS’s 2.5 inch vari-angle PureColor LCD display coupled with the
full manual controls will allow photographers an even greater range of
creative options. The versatile camera, a successor to the SX10 IS, now
features HD video (720p) to ensure you capture video in the sharpest
detail.
Read here for more information on the
Canon PowerShot SX20 IS.
Canon
announces the PowerShot S90 Digital Camera
The PowerShot S90 continues the PowerShot S-series tradition with
impressive, fully manual features that deliver excellent image quality
and user experience, including: Canon’s Dual Anti-Noise System with an
f/2.0 wide-angle lens, a 3.0 inch PureColor II LCD display and an
intuitive new lens Control Ring.
Read here for more information on the
Canon PowerShot S90.
EA Comments: It's great to see Canon
re-introducing the S series digital compact. Having owned one of the
older models in the past, they are a very capable series of cameras in a
compact form. The all important RAW format is provided which will help
to ensure that every drop of quality is got out of every image. I would
of preferred to see a slightly wider angle zoom but with an aperture
starting from f/2.0 it is hard to complain. Looks like a good camera to
travel with. Definitely a camera for review.
Canon announces the Digital Ixus 200 IS and the
Digital Ixus 120 IS
The Digital IXUS 200 IS gives you ultimate experience in fingertip
control with Canon’s first-ever touch-screen technology in a camera,
while the Digital IXUS 120 IS is Canon’s slimmest ever, wide-angle
Digital IXUS.
Read here for more information on the
Canon Ixus 200
IS and the Ixus 120 IS.
Canon
announces the PowerShot G11 Digital Camera
Key innovations on the PowerShot G11 include a high-resolution vari-angle
LCD screen and greatly improved noise reduction. Canon’s new Dual
Anti-Noise System combines a high sensitivity 10.0 Megapixel image
sensor with Canon’s enhanced DIGIC 4 image processing technology to
greatly reduce noise and increase quality equal to 2-stops. The Dual
Anti-Noise System allows photographers to capture full resolution images
- using up to ISO 3200 - in difficult low-light conditions. This makes
it easier than ever to take stunning low-light portraits or retain the
ambient light detail with late-night landscapes. Motion blur can also be
substantially reduced.
Read here for more information on the
Canon PowerShot G11.
EA Comments: Looks like the G
series camera is back and fully restored to its full glory as it seems
better designed with the serious photographer in mind. The 10 megapixel
sensor resolution is a little lower than the now standard 12 megapixel
offerings but this not doubt because the camera is
optimised for image quality (lower image noise). Built in neutral
density filter is a welcome addition for those who like to take long
exposure shots with the aperture wide open in daylight conditions.
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- Tuesday, 18 August 2009 -
Olympus wins EISA awards for the Pen and the µ
TOUGH-8000 cameras
The European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA) has awarded Olympus
cameras two prestigious accolades in its 2009 awards. The brand new
Olympus Pen won the best ‘European Camera 2009-2010’ and the Olympus µ
TOUGH-8000 has scooped the ‘European Adventure Compact Camera
2009-2010’.
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- Monday, 17 August 2009 -
Sigma
wins EISA award for 24-70mm f/2.8 EX DG IF HSM Lens
The Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce that the 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG
IF HSM, a compact large aperture standard zoom lens introduced to market
in January 2009, has won the "EISA EUROPEAN LENS 2009-2010" award.
Read on...
Sony wins EISA awards for Cyber-shot WX1, Handycam
HDR-XR520V and 70-400mm G Lens
Sony has won numerous awards EISA awards, three of which are for the
digital compact Cyber-shot WX1, the Handycam HDR-XR520V, and the
professional G series 70-400mm lens.
Read on...
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- Saturday, 15 August 2009 -
Panasonic wins two EISA awards for the DMC-GH1 and
HDC-TM300
Panasonic today announced that the company has been awarded the
European Multimedia Camera 2009-2010 from the European Imaging and Sound
Association (EISA) for its DMC-GH1, the latest addition to the company’s
revolutionary LUMIX G Micro System. The DMC-GH1 is a new digital
interchangeable lens camera system that delivers professional-level
features and performance in a compact, easy-to-use camera body.
Panasonic also won the award for the European HD Flash Cam 2009-2010 for
the HDC TM300. Read on...
Canon wins three EISA awards 2009 - 2010
United Kingdom / Republic of Ireland, 15th August 2009: Canon,
world-leader in imaging solutions, has been presented with three highly
respected awards by the European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA) –
Europe’s premier consumer technology awards association. The Canon EOS
500D won European SLR Camera 2009-2010, the Canon EOS 5D Mark II was
recognised as the European Advanced Camera 2009-2010 and the Canon PIXMA
Pro9000 Mark II was awarded European Photo Printer 2009-2010. This trio
of awards underlines Canon’s ongoing commitment to designing and
developing innovative products.
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Tamron AF 18-270mm f/3.5-6.3 DI II VC Lens awarded
EISA Travel Lens of the Year
Award Citation of the EISA Jury: “With this 15x-zoom APS-C format
lens Tamron has not only produced a DSLR lens with the most extensive
zoom range available, but also an impressive optical performance.
Tamron’s built-in optical image stabilizer, Vibration Compensation (VC),
is able to reduce the impact of camera shake so the photographer can
hand hold the lens at shutter speeds of up to 4 stops beyond normal safe
levels. This is especially useful in low light conditions. With its
compact design, light weight, high optical performance and extremely
wide focal range the Tamron AF18-270mm VC lens is a perfect travel
companion.” Read on...
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- Thursday, 6 August 2009 -
Pentax announces the Optio WS80 Digital Compact
Pentax launches of the Optio WS80 digital compact camera. Within its
compact frame, the Optio WS80 offers a number of advanced, user-friendly
features including 10 effective megapixels; 5X optical zoom lens; a
large 2.7 inch LCD monitor; HDTV-proportioned movie recording; and a
state-of-the-art face recognition function. The combination of a
compact, lightweight body and outstanding waterproof (Up to two hours
underwater at a depth of 1.5 metres) and dustproof capabilities makes
the new Optio WS80 an ideal choice for day-to-day use as well as the
perfect choice for holiday makers.
Key Features:
- Waterproof body with water repellant coating
- 10 megapixel image sensor
- 35-175mm (5x) optical zoom lens
- AF Auto tracking function
- 2.7" LCD monitor
- HD movie recording
Read more about the
Pentax Optio WS80 here.
Pentax announces the Optio P80 Digital Compact
Pentax launches of the Optio P80 digital compact camera. With a
stylish and ultra-thin body, this new high-performance model features a
host of advanced functions. The Optio P80 has a whole host of advanced
features, such as a 4X optical zoom, approximately 12 effective
megapixels for incredible high-resolution images, and a large,
easy-to-view 2.7-inch colour LCD monitor, all in a high-quality metallic
shell. Even with this robust feature set, the Optio P80 has been
designed to be extremely compact, with a body as thin as 16.5
millimetres in some sections.
Key Features:
- 12 megapixel image sensor
- 27.5-110mm (4x) optical zoom lens
- 2.7" LCD monitor
- HD movie recording
- Triple anti-shake image stabiliser
- Face Recognition and Smile Detection modes
Read more about the
Pentax Optio P80 here.
Pentax announces the Optio E80 Digital Compact
Pentax launches of the Optio E80 digital compact camera. Featuring a
large easy to view 2.7 inch LCD monitor, the Optio E80 comes equipped
with a host of user-friendly features and functions to make high-quality
digital photography effortless, even for first-time digital camera
users.
Key Features:
- 10 megapixel image sensor
- 3x optical zoom lens
- 2.7" LCD monitor
- HD movie recording
- Auto picture mode
- Powered by AA batteries
Read more about the
Pentax Optio E80 here.
Sony announce the Cyber-shot TX1 and WX1 Digital
Compacts with Exmor R Technology
Sony introduces it's new digital compact 10 megapixel cameras with
featuring the new Exmor R CMOS sensor technology design to capture more
light and reduce image noise. Both cameras also feature the BIONZ image
processor.
Key Features:
- 10 megapixel Exmor R CMOS sensor
- BIONZ Image Processor
- HD Movie making
- TX1: Carl Zeiss 4x optical zoom
- WX1: 24-120mm f/2.4 Sony G lens
Read more about the
Sony Cyber-shot TX1 and WX1 here.
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- Monday, 3 August 2009 -
Nikon announces the
Coolpix S1000PJ, the worlds first compact camera with built in projector
The Coolpix S1000PJ with it's built in projector makes it easy to
share pictures and movie clips with
family and friends direct from the camera. The Coolpix S1000PJ features
a 12MP sensor and 5x optical zoom lens. A Hybrid Vibration Reduction
system is provided to reduce the effects of camera shake.
Key Features:
- Built-in Projector
- 12 megapixel image sensor
- 28-140mm zoom lens
- Hybrid VR
- Subject Tracking AF
- 2.7" LCD monitor
Read more about the
Nikon Coolpix S1000PJ digital
compact camera here.
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- Monday, 3 August 2009 -
Canon announces sponsorship of The Times Young
Photographer of the Year competition 2009
Now in its eighth year, the competition seeks to find the country’s
best young photographer, awarding the winner with a six-month
photojournalist training placement with The Times newspaper. This year
the winner will also receive an award-winning Canon EOS 5D Mark II, EF
24-70 f/2.8 L and EF 70-200 f/2.8 L IS lenses, 580EX II Speedlite flash
and a year’s membership to the British Press Photographer’s Association.
Read on.....
Panasonic is named as a top technology brand in UK
Superbrands survey
The recent Superbrands survey conducted by The Centre for Brand Analysis
(TCBA) places Panasonic at number four among the 21 technology brands
listed in the poll, demonstrating the company’s dedication in providing
innovative products for the consumer electronics market. The Superbrands
survey is a reliable indicator of how Britain’s most popular products
and services are perceived among consumers.
Read on.....
