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Nikon's Coolpix S1000pj

noreply@blogger.com (Ritz Interactive) — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 21:00:00 +0000

The new Nikon Coolpix S1000pj digital camera offers a 12.1-megapixel image sensor and a 5x wide-angle Nikkor zoom lens. By far, the most unique feature of the Coolpix S1000pj is the small built-in image projector. The S1000pj includes a 5-way (Vibration Reduction) image stabilization system and a bright, high-resolution 2.7-inch LCD screen for reviewing your photos. The Nikon S1000pj also has a smart portrait system that allows a photographer to get amazing portraits. The built-in, portable projector lets you display an entertaining slide show (or movies!) immediately... it is like having a personal theater wherever you go.

Latest 2009 Nikon Digital SLRs

noreply@blogger.com (Ritz Interactive) — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 21:30:00 +0000

Nikon has announced several new SLR digital cameras with some outstanding elements in 2009. Both Nikon Coolpix compact cameras and the Nikon digital SLRs have new offerings, and as always, Nikon is leading the industry with new functionality while keeping its reputation for excellence.

The three new Nikon DSLRs that have been released are the Nikon D5000, the Nikon D3000 and the Nikon D300s. Each of the three presents superior features at reasonable prices, while the Nikon D5000 and D300s contain some new capabilities not seen before in a Nikon digital SLR.

The most clear benefit of the Nikon D3000 SLR is its value. If you consider yourself an earnest photographer, you should own one or more Nikon DSLR. And at the same cost as an excellent compact camera, a person can purchase the 10.2 MP Nikon D3000. It has a brilliant, 3-inch, high-res LCD that allows viewing across 170-degrees; ISO 1600 for low-light photography; an 11-point auto-focus system; continual shots at up to 3 fps; almost instantaneous shutter release time, plus additional features.

The Nikon D5000 is a great digital SLR for the cost-conscious who expect the best picture resolution (12.3 MP) and attributes that, in the past, you could only find in DSLRs prices significantly higher. The Live View feature gives the capability to view and compose your photo in the bright LCD screen before the shot is taken, and this digital SLR has 4 autofocus modes (e.g. Face-priority AutoFocus) and 11 AF areas. An ultrasonic sensor cleaning system keeps dust and other unwelcome bits from ruining your images.

Nikon's D300s DSLR carries the highest pricetag of these three new Nikon cameras, but for the higher cost it presents the most features. Continuous shots can be taken up to 8 fps, a detailed, hi-resolution, 920K-pixel LCD, and a remarkable 51-point auto-focus, including a scene recognition database built into the camera.

The D5000 and D300s both offer a new capability we have been anticipating for years: Video capture in a Nikon DSLR. The extensive selection of Nikkor lenses that can be used on these cameras will give any photographer the power to compose practically any shot that can be imagined. And with this new feature, an inspired photographer could also turn out to be a brilliant movie director. Making up and capturing extraordinary hi-res, 720P movies are now possible for anyone, and far exceed what can be captured with any compact camera. These two Nikon DSLRs capture video at 24 frames per second, including sound input in stereo.

These new Nikon DSLRs, as well as a multitude of other brands and styles of cameras for any budget, can be ordered from Ritz Camera online. The Nikon D300s and Nikon D3000 can be pre-ordered now, and will be shipping out shortly.

Nikon Coolpix S630

noreply@blogger.com (Ritz Interactive) — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 00:15:00 +0000

Reprinted with permission from HotTechBuys - >Nikon Coolpix S630

The sleek little Nikon Coolpix S630 is a great option for any kind of user, taking finely detailed photos or high quality movies. It may look great from a distance but in your hands it is surprisingly small. In fact despite its high performance and wide array of features, it is housed in one of the smallest body of any similar camera.

At 12 megapixels, every photo comes out so sharp you can enlarge parts or crop others without fear of losing any picture quality. The 7x Zoom-Nikkor lens gives you the ultimate shooting flexibility by allowing you to shoot images both far away and as close as 60 cm from the lens. Flowers, sunsets, or children, every subject comes out crisp and beautiful. The most common problem the average person has is blurry images, but with electronic 4-way VR image stabilization, a shaking hand won’t ruin an entire photo, even if you are shooting in a low-light environment. Also, when shooting in darker spots, the Coolpix employs an ISO well beyond its peers (ISO 6400), letting you get brighter photos even with less natural light.

Many of the hardest parts of photographing your friends have been solved by Nikon cameras. For example, their smart face-priority AF searches the frame for faces, keeping the focus on eyes and smiles instead of whatever happens to be near them. Plus, you may never see a red eye again, since Coolpix reduces red-eye with a pupil-shrinking pre-flash, and then auto-corrects the red-eye in photos before saving it to memory.

New and Improved - The Canon Powershot SD 1100

noreply@blogger.com (Ritz Interactive) — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 23:45:00 +0000

When it comes to Canon cameras, you can be assured of the quality of the photos and the performance of the camera. This Canon PowerShot SD 1100 IS has many new and improved features like the 8.0- megapixel Digital Elph bring high-resolution images with original sharpness and complete impact of colors even when they are enlarged. The face detection technology enhances the clarity of the photo without affecting the skin tones but at the same time focuses on the flash or daylight and makes the picture appreciable. You must have noticed that if you want to take a picture of your kid playing it gets blurred with other digital cameras but Canon PowerShot SD 1100 IS has motion detection technology added to it and it reduces blurring of photos giving them a lively and clear touch.

In addition you get a 2.5 -inch PureColor LCD, which gives you perfect control and adjust brightness so that you get accurate color. The screen is visible in any kind of light and is also scratch resistant with anti-reflecting quoting on it for a perfect vision. Furthermore the DIGIC III image processor in it provides you with sharper images and enhanced functionality. The result is your image with excellent picture quality and the red-eye correction is also possible with this camera. You can detect and remove red-eye from the images that are taken with flash light as well as you can also set the camera so that it corrects the red-eye defect during shooting itself.

Ritz Interactive Named to Internet Retailer's HOT 100 Best Web Sites

noreply@blogger.com (Ritz Interactive) — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 17:00:00 +0000

IRVINE, CA., December 4, 2008, - Ritz Interactive, Inc., the e-commerce network that includes RitzCamera.com, WolfCamera.com, BoatersWorld.com and other leading online-shopping sites have been named to Internet Retailer's 2009 Hot 100 Best Retail Web Sites.

The Internet Retailer's Hot 100 Web Sites offer many lessons on how to inspire, inform and serve web site shoppers, and also how to reach out beyond ecommerce sites to connect with consumers. The Hot 100 Web Sites were chosen for their innovations that go beyond the primary web site and their performance metrics which include response time, site availability and consistency.

According to Ritz Interactive president and CEO Fred H. Lerner, "We have a very straightforward philosophy; we present our customers with options. This stretches from payment options; whether it is credit cards, Google Checkout, PayPal or Bill Me Later, or choices in navigation methods and customer service." "We're all about convenience to our customers."

The company pays a lot of attention to providing reviews. "The reviews are excellent," says Mark Lee, principal at consulting firm The Mark Lee Group. "First, there's the company's thorough review. Next, a summary chart of the objective rating by all customers." He also likes that the site displays the percentage of reviewers in various categories, such as "Getting Started," "Casual Photographer," and "Professional."

The reviews and ratings, powered by PowerReviews, are so helpful that Ritz Interactive has begun promoting a product's rating before the visitor even gets to a product page. For example, when a popular item is featured on the RitzCamera.com home page, a high rating is listed directly below the image. "It's one of the most desirable features on the site," commented president and CEO Fred Lerner. "People like to buy what other people like."

The Ritz Interactive web sites also provide several other ways visitors can obtain information about a product, including major manufacturer showcases, videos and live chat.

About Ritz Interactive, Inc.

Ritz Interactive is an award-winning, specialty online retailer and e-commerce service provider that operates a network of websites offering high quality, branded lifestyle products. Since its inception in Irvine, California in 1999, the company has become a leader in providing a full selection of photographic and consumer electronics products as well as a wide range of marine, boating and fishing products, at competitive prices for online shoppers. Ritz Interactive's leading photo-specialty and consumer electronics e-commerce websites are RitzCamera.com and WolfCamera.com, while the company's leading marine e-commerce website is BoatersWorld.com. Each of the individually branded and marketed websites offers a broad and deep selection of competitively priced products and brings an established brick-and-mortar reputation to the company's e-commerce platform.

About Internet Retailer

Published by Chicago-based Vertical Web Media LLC, Internet Retailer is a monthly national business magazine, web site, conference and directory that serve the retailing community. The Internet Retailer family of products focuses on the Internet's vital role in a wide array of retailing activities, including web merchandising, supply chain management and multi-channel integration. Its 40,000+ subscribers are senior executives primarily from retail chains, independent stores, catalogs, virtual merchants and brand-name manufacturers. Internet Retailer's circulation represents the largest multi-channel readership base of any retailing magazine. The magazine also publishes the most widely read e-mail newsletter in retailing, IRNewsLink, which is distributed twice-weekly to 35,000 opt-in subscribers, operates the largest retailing information web site, InternetRetailer.com, sponsors the largest conference in the e-retailing industry and publishes an annual ranking of the Hot 100 Best Retail Web Sites and the 500 largest web sites.

Contact: Andre Brysha, Ritz Interactive, Inc.
Tel: 949-442-0205
Fax: 949-442-0210
E-Mail: brysha@ritzinteractive.com

Black Friday Specials at Ritz Camera

noreply@blogger.com (Ritz Interactive) — Fri, 28 Nov 2008 15:41:00 +0000

Ritz Camera online has not 1, but 2 2008 Black Friday / After Thanksgiving sales going on. From now through Sunday, November 30th, tons of Ritz's most popular digital cameras and consumer electronics products are on sale. Plus you can get products for yourself or to use as holiday gifts - such as free photo printers, LCD digital picture frames or DVD players - when you buy related products like cameras or televisions.

To see pricing on products for Black Friday, visit RitzCamera.com's page here: Black Friday Specials.

Ritz's After Thanksgiving sales page is definitely worth checking out: After Thanksgiving Sale. But hurry! Many of the best prices and free-product offers are limited to stock on hand.

Scrapbooking Giveaway Contest

noreply@blogger.com (Ritz Interactive) — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 15:00:00 +0000

Enter now for a chance to win a $100.00 gift coupon to use at this site! Simply fill out the short form below. There will be one winner per month for four months starting in September, 2008. No purchase necessary.

Tags: Scrapbooking Contest, Scrapbooking Giveaway, Scrapbooking, Ritz Camera

Pre-Order the Nikon D90 Digital SLR

noreply@blogger.com (Ritz Interactive) — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 15:27:00 +0000

The Nikon D90 SLR digital camera is available for pre-order now at Ritz Camera.

This new DSLR comes with a multitude of improvements, new features and the latest, most-advanced Nikon technology in an atractive, well-built package. It features:

- High-resolution 12.3 Megapixel DX-format CMOS image processor.

- Video recording: Capture 720p compressed video with or without sound

- Live View, allowing photographers to view and compose images in the LCD viewer before the shot is taken

- A large, bright, 3-inch, hi-res (approx. 920,000 pixel) LCD screen with a 170-degree viewing angle

- 11-point autofocus and scene recognition technology

- Fast shooting: 0.15ms power up; 65ms shutter lag, and continuous still frame shooting at 4.5 frames per second

- Extremely low light (ISO 3200) sensitivity

- In-camera image editing

This top-of-the-line digital camera is gives the Nikon D300 a run for its money, and that DSLR sells for almost twice as much.

The Nikon D90 will be shipping very soon, so get your order in early. Although many lenses and accessories are available for the Nikon D90, the camera itself comes in two flavors: Nikon D90 body only & the Nikon D90 with an AF-S DX Nikkor 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR Lens.

Tags: Nikon Digital Cameras, Nikon D90, Nikon DSLR, Digital Cameras, Ritz Camera

Weekly Deals on Digital Cameras and Electronics

noreply@blogger.com (Ritz Interactive) — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 21:00:00 +0000

Here are the latest specials this week in digital photography and consumer electronics products:

Panasonic TH-37PH10UK 37" HD Widescreen Plasma Display - 10,000:1 Contrast Ratio!

JVC GR-D770 Mini DV Camcorder - Manufacturer Reconditioned

Logitech ClearChat Pro USB Corded Headset

Sony Playstation PSP Slim

Portable USA 15" PU-15W Digital Picture Frame w/256MB Internal Memory

Portable USA 5.6" Digital Picture Frame

Magellan Maestro 4220 North American 4.3" Widescreen Auto GPS Unit

Canon PIXMA iP2600 Photo Printer

Built NY Laptop Backpack Medium (Black)

Lenovo IdeaPad Y510 Core-2 Duo

Tags: Electronics Deals, Digital Camera Deals, Digital Cameras, Ritz Camera

Preorder the Nikon D700 DSLR

noreply@blogger.com (Ritz Interactive) — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 17:25:00 +0000

Order the Nikon D700 now! Expected ship date is late July 2008.

Nikon has announced its newest digital SLR, which is available for pre-order at Ritz Camera:

Nikon D700 Body Only

Nikon D700 with 24-120mm VR zoom lens

The Nikon D700 is the latest DSLR utilizing the large FX sensor first released in the Nikon D3. With the FX sensor and 12.1 megapixels, the image size and quality is virtually identical to the more expnsive D3, but with other features more comparable to the Nikon D300, the price is significantly lower.

With a suggested retail price close to $3000, the price of the D700 is about midway between the D300 and the D3, and it is meant for professional photographers or serious amateurs. As with most Nikon DSLR's, it boasts a long list of features from the world leader in digital photography technology. The most obvious feature is probably the bright, high-resolution, 3-inch LCD screen. It's "Live View" capability allows composing your shot via the LCD monitor, with two modes depending on the type of shot you want to take: Tripod mode, which is made for complete control and precision focus, and Handheld mode, wherein the camera's autofocus capababilities are active using all 51 autofocus points.

Other notable features of the Nikon D700 include:

An FX-format, CMOS image sensor that has an area of 36.0mm (h) x 23.9mm (v), approximately the same size as a frame of 35mm film. For compatibility with Nikkor DX format lenses, DX cropping mode will automatically switch to DX format when these lenses are used.

An extremely wide ISO range with sensitivity from ISO 200 to ISO 6400. In addition, the sensitivity can be technologically enhanced down to ISO 100 and as high as ISO 25,600.

The Nikon D700's startup time is a mere 12/100ths of a second, with a shutter lag time of 41 milliseconds. With the normal battery pack, the D700 can capture images as 5 frames-per-second, but when the optional Multi-Power Battery Pack (MB-D10) is used, continuous shooting speed can be boost to 8 fps.

A Multi-CAM 3500FX autofocus sensor module features 51 AF points, with a great deal of flexibility in choosing how many and which autofocus points are active. Fifteen cross-type sensors located in the center enable subject detection with lens apertures as small as f/5.6.

Four different resonant frequencies are used to clean dust and particulates from the low-pass filter which is attached right in front of the FX image sensor. Cleaning performs automatically, and can also be manually selected.

Rugged magnesium-alloy construction: Along with extensive dust and moisture protection and a durable shutter mechanism tested to 150,000 cycles, the D700 merges pro D-SLR performance with expanded agility.

The shutter unit employs an assembly made of a new composite carbon fiber and Kevlar hybrid material. Tested on fully assembled cameras, the D700's shutter unit has been proven through 150,000 cycles under demanding conditions. The self-diagnostic shutter constantly monitors and maintains shutter precision to ensure peak performance.

Ritz Camera Centers Offers FujiFilm Frontier Inkjet Solution

noreply@blogger.com (Ritz Interactive) — Wed, 21 May 2008 20:00:00 +0000

VALHALLA, N.Y. - FujiFilm U.S.A., Inc. today announced that Ritz Camera Centers, the largest specialty digital cameras and photography chain in the United States with approximately 1,000 locations, is enhancing its print technology with the introduction of Fujifilm's Frontier Dry Minilab 400 Inkjet Printers throughout a number of its centers. The Frontier Dry Minilab 400 is the latest Frontier inkjet printing system that delivers Frontier quality prints with the combination of Fujifilm's High Quality Dry Photo Paper, inks and Fujifilm's Image Intelligence™ technology. See full article...

An Eco-Friendly Compact Digital Camera

noreply@blogger.com (Ritz Interactive) — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 20:00:00 +0000

The Nikon Coolpix S52 digital camera has more going for it than just its ecology-minded emerald green color. In celebration of Earth Day 2008, with every purchase of this camera Ritz will make a donation to Carbonfund.org, a certified nonprofit organization that is helping the fight against global warming climate change.

Technically speaking, this eco-friendly camera can also hold its own. The 9.0 megapixel digital S52 captures remarkable images with a Nikkor 3X optical zoom lens. VR Image Stabilization reduces camera shake, and the large, bright 3.0-inch LCD screen lets you view or share your pictures right in the camera, even in brightly lit areas. Automatic ISO adjustments range up to ISO 3200, giving you great shots even in low light. It contains both Face Detection Auto-focus and In-camera Red Eye-Fix to make taking quick portraits a snap.

Carbonfund.org is the country’s leading carbon reduction and offset organization, making it easy and affordable for individuals, businesses and organizations to reduce their climate impact. Carbon offsets enable individuals and businesses to reduce carbon dioxide emissions they are responsible for in their everyday lives by supporting high-quality verified renewable energy, energy efficiency and reforestation projects. Carbonfund.org works with over 650 corporate and non-profit partners including Discovery, Allstate, Volkswagen, Dell, Orbitz, Environmental Defense, and Lancome.

Tags: Colorful Digital Cameras, Nikon Digital Cameras, Nikon Coolpix S52 Emerald Green, Digital Cameras, Earth Day, Ritz Camera

14 Reasons to Order the Canon Rebel XSi Now

noreply@blogger.com (Ritz Interactive) — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 23:00:00 +0000

You can pre-order the Canon Rebel XSi now!

The Canon Rebel XSi was officially announced yesterday, and already the interest in this camera is exploding. And although the newly-announced Canon Rebel XSi/Canon EOS 450D isn't expected to ship until April 2008, you may want to order it now. In fact, we have a list of reason to do so...

1. You want to be the first on your block with a state-of-the-art, 2008 DSLR with all of these cool, new features.

2. You want a digital SLR so quick and easy to use that it's considered entry-level, but with so many advanced features that it rivals DSLR's that cost more than twice as much.

3. The 12.2 Megapixel CMOS image sensor in the Canon Rebel XSi will allow you to create poster-sized prints.

4. The 3.0-inch LCD screen has a 170-degree viewing angle, and is 30% brighter than the Canon Rebel XTi. Plus, it incorporates Live View technology that lets you view your subject in the LCD screen before the shot is taken... including the capability to zoom in at 5X or 10X for precise focusing.

5. You want the choice of black or silver.

6. You want a digital SLR much better than the Rebel XTi, but which costs much less than the XTi did when it was released.

7. You want the ability to capture up to 53 full-resolution JPEG images at 3.5 frames per second.

8. You want to store your images on SD and high-capacity SDHC memory cards.

9. You want to spend your tax rebate check on something cool.

10. You like the convenience of the 9-point AutoFocus system, but you also want the flexibility to override it in different shooting modes.

11. You want to capture RAW images with 14-bit gradation that will produce images containing unbelievably rich colors.

12. You want a rechargeable battery that will take at least 500 shots between charges.

13. You want an integrated cleaning system that will keep your images dirt- and dust-free.

14. You like to pick up girls by pretending you're a professional photographer but your Instamatic camera just isn't that convincing any more.

Tags: Canon Rebel XSi DSLR, Canon EOS 450D DSLR, Canon Rebel XSi Digital Camera, Canon EOS 450D Digital Camera, Canon Digital Cameras, New Canon Cameras, Digital Cameras, Ritz Camera

Canon Rebel XSi (EOS 450D) Announcement

noreply@blogger.com (Ritz Interactive) — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 16:00:00 +0000

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Just announced, the Canon Rebel Xsi (aka Canon EOS 450D). Although more details will be coming out shortly, here are the list of features that set it apart from its predecessor, the extremely popular Canon Rebel XTi:

A 12.2-Megapixel CMOS sensor
A 3.0-inch, bright, 230,000 pixel LCD that can be viewed from virtually all angles, and Live View that allows you to view your subject on the screen, before the shot is taken, with 5X or 10X magnification
Canon's famous DIGIC III image processor that integrates with the image sensor to provide better image quality and high-performance.
Full-resolution JPEG images can be captured at 3.5 fps (frames per second) in bursts up to 53 frames.
A fast & powerful 9-point autofocus system
Compatible with compact SD and SDHC memory cards

Watch this blog for information on how to pre-order the Canon Rebel XSi soon!

Tags: Canon Rebel XSi DSLR, Canon EOS 450D DSLR, Canon Rebel XSi Digital Camera, Canon EOS 450D Digital Camera, Canon Digital Cameras, New Canon Cameras, Digital Cameras, Ritz Camera

Nikon's New Digital Learning Center

noreply@blogger.com (Ritz Interactive) — Wed, 05 Sep 2007 20:00:00 +0000

In addition to recently announcing two new, outstanding DSLR's (the Nikon D3 and Nikon D300 digital SLR's) and 8 new members of its Coolpix family, Nikon has also launched a new program on Flickr: The Nikon Digital Learning Center.

The program complements its own educational section and complementary photography newsletter on the Nikon USA web site, and provides members of Flickr with digital photography tutorials, photography tips from Nikon photo pros such as Rosanne Pennella, Cliff Mautner, and Nikon School instructors Reed Hoffman and Bill Durrence. It includes information about photo composition, understanding the relationship between shutter speed and aperture, to advice on taking specific kinds of photos (e.g. sports/action, macro shots, travel, landscapes, and personal portraits).

Nikon has always been dedicated to helping people take better pictures (as well as manufacturing some of the best digital cameras in the world), and their new program on Flickr just shows that -- to do so -- Nikon is willing to go where the photographers are.

Tags: Nikon Digital Cameras, Learn Digital Photography, Digital Photography, Digital Cameras, Ritz Camera

Nikon D300 - The prosumer's WOW DSLR

noreply@blogger.com (Ritz Interactive) — Fri, 24 Aug 2007 16:00:00 +0000

Pre-order the Nikon D300 digital camera now at RitzCamera.com

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You can preorder the new Nikon D300 digital SLR right now at RitzCamera.com. Within hours of the D300's announcement, this camera is already in high demand, with a queue forming in anticipation of the first shipment from Nikon. If you want to ensure that you receive yours by the holidays, you should place your order right away.

Nikon D300 in a nutshell; it shares much of the new digital technology in the Nikon D3... Here are the key features of the new Nikon D300 SLR digital camera:

A 12.3-megapixel DX-Format CMOS image sensor combined with Nikon's EXCEED digital image processing system
A 3.0-inch 920,000-pixel color LCD monitor with 170-degree viewing angle and tempered-glass protective cover
High-speed, continuous shooting up to 6 frames per second (up to 8 fps with the optional MB-D10 Multi-power Grip/Battery Pack
51-point autofocus system with 3D Focus Tracking and three Dynamic AutoFocus modes delivers precise, fast auto-focus
Nikon's exclusive Scene Recognition System (SRS) gives even more intelligent auto exposure capabilities than previous Nikon models, as well as more intelligent auto white balance detection, and contributes to the faster, more accurate autofocus
Nikon's dynamic, integrated Dust Reduction System with self-cleaning ultrasonic sensor
New, advanced picture control settings with 4 preset options (Standard, Vivid, Neutral and Monochrome) along with 9 customizable settings
Magnesium-alloy construction, advanced dust and moisture protection and a durable shutter mechanism (tested to 150,000 cycles) give the Nikon D300 high reliability when taking outdoor or real-world shots
The Nikon D300 should begin shipping in November 2007

Nikon U.S.A. has officially announced the Nikon D300, it's most advanced DX-format SLR digital camera to date. Including many of the professional features found in the Nikon D3, the 12.3-effective megapixel D300 offers serious photography prosumers (professionals and advanced, amateur consumers) incredible flexibilty, reliability and performance.

Like the Nikon D3, the D300 includes Nikon’s EXPEED Image Processing System that maximizes performance in capturing, compressing and storing digital images, while maintaining highest image quality. The Nikon D300 features a newly-designed 51-point autofocus system (with Nikon’s 3D Focus Tracking feature and two new LiveView shooting modes), which allows photographers to frame a photograph using the camera’s 3.0-inch, high-resolution, 920K-point LCD monitor.

The Nikon D300 digital SLR can capture an image at the precise moment you want it; it powers up in a lightning-fast 0.13 seconds and reacts with a miniscule 45 millisecond shutter lag time. The D300 can capture frames at 6 fps, and -- with the optional MB-D10 Multi-Power Battery Pack -- can hit 8 frames per second. The D300 can capture up to 100 shots continuously at full 12.3-MP resolution.

The Nikon D300 includes a variety of the newest digital imaging technologies and usability features that noticeably improve the control, performance, and accuracy for serious photographers. The Scene Recognition System helps the D300 locate the subject and interpret the type of scene being photographed. This data is then used to ensure that the autofocus, auto exposure and white balance performs in the best combination without manual intervention by the D300's user. The camera can identify and track moving subjects better, and subsequently can select focus points faster and more accurately.

The D300 DSLR incorporates an intelligent array of 15 cross-type sensors and 36 horizontal sensors. These sensors can either be used individually or in groups of 9, 21 or 51 focus points.

Nikon's Picture Control System makes it easy for all users apply adjustments to how their pictures are rendered, and choose settings to suit their unique preferences. The system comes with 4 preset options -- Standard, Vivid, Neutral and Monochrome -- attributes of which can be easily changed or customized: Sharpness, brightness, saturation and tone compensation. The camera's users can store up to 9 of their own customized settings, and even "export" up to 99 more settings to a CompactFlash memory card, enabling photographers to share settings between different cameras that include this system.

The LiveView feature of the Nikon D300 allows composing subjects on the birght, super hi-res 920,000-dot, 3-inch LCD screen. Tripod mode is gives very precise focus accuracy when the camera is on a tripod or other stable platform. Handheld mode allows photographers to use the camera’s conventional focusing system, which activates focusing immediately when the shutter is pressed.

As with most advanced DSLR's today, the Nikon D300 includes a self-cleaning sensor unit. The optical low-pass filter in front of the CMOS image sensor is vibrated with 4 different resonance frequencies to shake dust and other foreign particles loose.

The D300 is extremely durable, especially relative to lesser-priced digital SLRs; the case is constructed of magnesium alloy, and rubber gaskets and seals are used at critical joints to prevent dust and moisture from entering the camera's body. The D300's LCD is also strengthened with tempered glass to prevent breakage and/or scratching.

The Nikon D300 can be pre-ordered now and will be available from Nikon Authorized Dealers beginning in November 2007. Final pricing has not been set yet, but it's estimated that the price will be around $1,799.95.

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Tags: Nikon D300 DSLR, Nikon D300 Digital Camera, Nikon Digital Cameras, New Nikon Cameras, Digital Cameras, Ritz Camera

Nikon D3: A Professional Photographer's New Best Friend

noreply@blogger.com (Ritz Interactive) — Thu, 23 Aug 2007 15:00:00 +0000

Pre-order the Nikon D3 now at RitzCamera.com

The new Nikon D3 digital SLR is available now for preorder at RitzCamera.com. This camera is already being sought out by professionals wanting to take advantage of the latest digital technology, so if you want to get yours AS SOON AS it's available from Nikon, order as soon as you can.

Ritz will pay your sales tax and shipping on this camera -- and most other photography products -- which could save you hundreds of dollars immediately over many other retailers.

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As expected, and hot on the heels of Canon's recent announcements for the Canon EOS Mark III and Canon EOS 40D, this morning Nikon has announced the long-awaited Nikon D3 SLR digital camera.

With "rumors" of this camera's imminent release circulating for years, the D3 is finally scheduled to ship in November 2007. The D3 DSLR is slated for the professional photographer, and with the ability to capture shots at 9 fps in full FX-format (11 fps is possible with the 5.1-megapixel DX format) this new Nikon camera is especially suited for sports photographers and photojournalists. Normal setting can reach ISO 6400, but the camera can be set to hit an amazing ISO-equivalent 25,600; for sports photographers, high-quality poster-size enlargements are now possible even for night games.

With the Nikon D3 clearly being the new flagship of the Nikon DSLR's, there are almost too many features to describe here. Some of the major selling points are:

12.1 effective megapixels, and the first Nikon DSLR to use the FX-format CMOS image sensor with 36.0mm (Horiz) x 23.9mm (Vert) image size. Two other images sizes are availble: 5:4 (30mm x 24mm) and DX-format (24mm x 16mm) for faster image capture and recording.
At the high-quality image setting, light sensitivity ranges from ISO 200 to ISO 6400; for extremely low-light conditions, the D3 can be set to ISO-equivalent 25,600.
An extremely high-definition (920,000 dot), 3-inch VGA LCD monitor covered with tempered glass and with a 170-degree viewing angle.
Nikon EXPEED image processing technology, to maximize throughput of image processing, compression and storage.
High-speed, 12-channel readout allows continuous shooting at approximately 9 fps (frames per second) in full FX format and 5:4. For an extra turbo-charged burst, the Nikon D3 provides continuous shooting at 11 fps in 5.1 megapixel DX format.
Light weight and strong, magnesium alloy is used for the chassis, the exterior cover, and the mirror box. O-ring seals are used at vital locations to keep out dust and excess moisture.
New 51-point auto-focus system with 15 cross-type sensors.
A CF double slot accepts two CompactFlash memory cards... why waste time changing memory cards?
Quick response with 0.12 second startup time, and a 37 ms shutter-release lag time.

This top-of-the-line camera is designed and built for professionals. As of this writing, the final pricing has not been set. But with a price tag in the thousands, this is not a digital camera for taking shots at little Johnny's next birthday party (unless you want to snap the best birthday photos you've ever taken in your life). For the pro, though, the Nikon D3 DSLR will be the camera to own for 2007.

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Pre-order the Canon EOS 40D: Faster, Better Mid-range DSLR

noreply@blogger.com (Ritz Interactive) — Mon, 20 Aug 2007 15:00:00 +0000

Pre-order the Canon EOS 40D now at RitzCamera.com

The Canon EOS 40D is available for pre-order now at RitzCamera.com. The orders will be shipped on a first-come, first-served basis, so place your order right away to ensure it will be shipped on the first day.

This new DSLR is available in two flavors, and qualifies for FREE SHIPPING. (And, of course, you never pay sales tax at RitzCamera.com.):

Canon EOS 40D body only
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Canon EOS 40D with the EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM zoom lens

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Today, Canon U.S.A., Inc. officially announced the Canon EOS 40D digital SLR camera. Aimed at the "mid-range prosumer", this DSLR camera offers such high-performance and includes so many advanced features that the "mid-range" moniker may only apply to the pricing; the 40D will easily be one of the best digital SLR values of the year.

Designed as a natural evolution of the EOS 20D and 30D models, the Canon 40D's state-of-the-art features include:

Large, 10.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor, DIGIC III Image Processor with 14-bit analog/digital conversion provides superb image quality. The 40D's CMOS sensor provides much the same technology first seem in the (much more expensive) Canon EOS-1D Mark III. It is more sensitive to light than previous generations, able to discern 16,384 colors per channel and providing more accurate and more detailed gradations in color and tone. New manufacturing techniques allow each pixel to be spaced closer together than ever before. The on-chip software provides digital noise reduction and better high-ISO performance (ISO 100 to 1600; ISO 3200 in extended mode). With this camera, you can look forward to larger, clearer and sharper images; poster size enlargements have never looked so good.
Fast performance: With a 0.15-second starup time, 59 msec shutter lag, and DIGIC III processor to maximize speed between the capture and recordig of images, the Canon EOS 40D screams in relation to other cameras in this price range. In bursts up to 75 JPEG images (17 images in RAW format), the 40D will capture and store your shots at up to 6.5 frames per second.
Larger, brighter LCD screen:
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The 3.0-inch LCD screen is not only 1/2" larger than the Canon 30D's LCD, but the brightness level has been kicked up to allow viewing the 230,000 pixel LCD display in bright sunlight. The 40D's menu is organized in the same tabbed format as the EOS-1D Mark III.
EOS Cleaning System: First introduced in the Canon Rebel XTi (400D), the EOS Self-Cleaning Sensor Unit uses ultrasonic vibrations to shake dust particles off of the low-pass filter in front of the sensor. This happens automatically each time the camera is turned on or shut down, and there is also a manual "clean now" function.
Accessories and lenses: The standard lens that will be packaged with the Canon EOS 40D will probably be the EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens, which was designed to work specifically with the EOS 40D and other EOS DSLR cameras. Canon has announced that it will also be available in a kit that contains the Canon EOS 40D body and EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM zoom lens, for approximately $200 over the body-only price. (This kit price will save you at least $200-$300 over buying the body and lens separately.)

There are too many features of this new DLSR to mention them all here. For more complete and detailed descriptions of ALL of 40D's selling points, you can visit the following pages on the Canon USA web site:

The Canon EOS 40D should begin shipping in early September 2007. The estimated selling price is $1,299.00, and probably won't be discounted much for a few months at least. If you are looking for a DSLR in this price range, the Canon EOS 40D offers the latest technology available anywhere at a very reasonable cost.

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Nikon's Most Popular Lens - Best Price, In Stock (For Now)

noreply@blogger.com (Ritz Interactive) — Thu, 16 Aug 2007 17:00:00 +0000

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The lens is the Nikon 18-200mm F/3.5-5.6G ED-IF AF DX VR lens. The quality and demand for this wide-range, auto-focus (AF), vibration reduction (VR), zoom lens is so high that it is almost never in stock, and it usually sells for a high premium on eBay.

Until inventory sells out, this Nikon 18-200mm lens is available at RitzCamera.com, and at the best out-the-door price from any reputable retailer online. (Ritz always pays your sales tax, plus offers free shipping on photography items over $100... So the price of the lens itself is your final price.)

What makes this zoom lens so popular? First of all, it's designed to work with the entire, current line of Nikon SLR digital cameras. In addition to the high-quality optics we would expect from a Nikon lens (they're celebrating their 90th anniversary; they've been manufacturing precision optics since 1917!), this lens contains many features that set it above the pack:

A wide, 18-200mm focal range (the equivalent of a 27-300mm lens in 35mm format)
11x zoom coverage
VR II vibration reduction system provides great assistance in low-light or maximum zoom conditions, offering the equivalent of using a shutter speed 4 f-stops faster
Highest-quality optics: Three aspherical lens and two ED glass elements minimize chromatic aberration and other forms of distortion, while ensuring high resolution and contrast
A Silent Wave Motor for fast, quiet auto-focusing
Convenient M/A mode for rapid switching between autofocus and manual focus operation
Focus from as close as 20 inches (50 cm) from the subject, through its entire focal range. (This macro performance is much better than any other 200mm lens.)

In summary, if you have a Nikon DSLR, this could very well be the only lens you ever need.

Hurry and order this powerful Nikon 18-200mm zoom lens soon, before they sell out once again!

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Learn Nikon Digital SLR Photography from the Comfort of Your Living Room

noreply@blogger.com (Ritz Interactive) — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 20:30:00 +0000

Nikon USA has recently released two DVDs that focus on taking outstanding pictures with digital SLR Nikon cameras.

The Nikon DVD entitled, "Fast, Fun & Easy: Great Digital Pictures" is a primer on digital photography, and teaches how to use digital cameras in various situations by bringing the viewer/student/photographer on a day of photography. The DVD also covers topics such as image transfers and printing.

The second DVD, named "Understanding Digital Photography - Release Your Digital SLR's Potential" is designed to help the viewer unleash the power of Nikon's cameras. The 45-minute DVD, takes the student into the advanced features of the Nikon cameras, and also provides lessons on how to compose artistic photos. The narrator (Bob Krist, an award-winning travel photographer from the National Geographic) shares his personal experience when taking action/sports photos or when shooting portraits. He also shares instruction on proper exposure and taking shots in low light conditions. Bob Krist's style is informal and very simple to understand, making it both easy and exciting to go to the next level and explore advanced Nikon camera features and techniques.

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New Compact Cameras from Pentax

noreply@blogger.com (Ritz Interactive) — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 18:00:00 +0000

Pentax Imaging has announced two new compact digital cameras: The Pentax Optio E40 and the Pentax Optio M40. Both point-and-shoot cameras are affordable, easy-to-use and include advanced features typically found in cameras that cost much more.

The compact Optio E40 provides high-resolution 8.1 megapixels, a 3X optical lens, Face Recognition technology and Digital Shake Reduction capabilities. The camera comes with a sharp, clear 2.4-inch LCD screen, is powered by easy-to-find AA batteries, and offers high-quality (AVI) movie capture.

Ultra-slim, the Optio M40's case is less than 3/4 of an inch thick. It can capture images at 8.0 megapixels with a 3X optical smc PENTAX lens. It also includes advanced features such as Digital Shake Reduction, Face Recognition Auto Focus and Auto Exposure. The M40 can also capture extended movies in QuickTime motion JPEG (640 x 480) at 30frames per second. For low-light conditions, the Optio M40 provides a maximum ISO of 3200.

Priced at under $200, both of these Optio models would be perfect for photography newcomers or those who just want an affordable, compact camera with ease-of-use features typically not found in cameras this affordable.

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Pre-order the Canon Powershot SD850 IS Digital Camera Now

noreply@blogger.com (Ritz Interactive) — Mon, 25 Jun 2007 15:30:00 +0000

The Canon Powershot SD850 IS digital camera is available for pre-order now at Ritz Camera.

This new point 'n shoot digital camera contains a lot of advanced technology in a very compact package. It features:

High-resolution 8.0 Megapixel CCD image processor.
4x Optical Zoom with Canon's exclusive UA Lens.
Optical Image Stabilization to keep your shots crystal clear even at maximum zoom.
Improved multiple face detection technology. The camera's flash and exposure settings are controlled to guarantee proper illumination of both the faces and the overall scene, thus removing the problem of faces that appear too dark or too light.
Red-eye correction.
Bright, high-res 2.5-inch PureColor LCD.
ISO 1600 sensitivity.
Many different preset shooting modes, for both still and video captures

This compact camera is a little "pocket rocket" of Canon's latest technology and a great value, overall. It will be shipping very soon, so get your order in early.

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Sigma 'Perfect World' Photo Contest

noreply@blogger.com (Ritz Interactive) — Thu, 17 May 2007 15:00:00 +0000

Just a reminder...

You have a little over one month to get your entry in for the Sigma 'Perfect World' photo contest. The entries must be received by Sigma by June 30, 2007, and include both 1) a printed copy of the photo at least 8x10 in size and 2) your entries on CD in JPEG format. Unless you plan on spending extra for overnight delivery, give yourself at least a week for the postal service to deliver your entry to New York.

This contest is open to U.S. residents, with the additional caveat that any photos submitted must be taken with a Sigma lens.

Visit the Sigma Perfect World photo contest page to print an entry form and to see all the rules and regulations.

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One Tough Little Waterproof Camera

noreply@blogger.com (Ritz Interactive) — Wed, 14 Mar 2007 18:00:00 +0000

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A Camera for All Seasons

Summer is here... and you're looking for a camera that will capture all your summer fun. No, I mean ALL your fun. You want a camera that you can take to the beach, camping in the mountains, to the swimming pool... even IN the swimming pool.

Winter is here... the warm months seem like ancient history and you are looking for a camera that can capture all of your wintertime fun. No, I mean ALL your fun. Your camera must do more than just take indoor holiday shots around a warm fire; it must be able to grab those images of your amigos catching some backside air in the middle of the worst blizzard since 1910.

If this sounds like you, then the Olympus Stylus 770SW is the camera you've been looking for. This all-weather, shockproof, freeze-proof, crush-proof, waterproof digital camera is designed for those who live an active lifestyle, and is rugged enough to survive it.

Shockproof camera: For the accident prone, or for those who simply don't know the meaning of "take it easy," the Stylus 770 SW is designed to withstand a drop, bump, grind or hustle, up to 5-feet off the ground. As long as it doesn't fall out of your pocket while you're skydiving, hang gliding or bungee jumping, you should be covered.
Waterproof camera: We're not kidding. You can literally take underwater shots with this camera -- down to a depth of 33 feet -- without any kind of special camera case or sealed bag. Olympus has added its innovative waterproof sealant technology to this precision point-and-shoot camera. You can capture still snapshots at the waterpark, in the ocean, or in the pool, and even record underwater movies with sound. Do you want to capture definitive proof that the Loch Ness Monster exists? This cameras will get it for you (as long as Nessie comes to within 10 meters of the surface).
Disclaimer: The picture above was not taken with the Olympus Stylus 770SW
Crush-proof: If this camera could talk, it would say "I'll be back" in an Austrian accent. The Stylus 770SW has a stainless steel body and a reinforced LCD, so it can withstand a force up to 220 lbs. of pressure.
Freeze-proof: The Olympus 770 SW can perform at below-freezing temperatures down to 14 degrees Fahrenheit (-10 degrees Celsius). In other words, you will give up (and go inside to get some hot chocolate) before it will.

Oh, yes, it is a digital camera after all. Here are the basic technical specs for those who care. (And you should.)

7.1 effective megapixel CCD image processor
Memory: 18MB internal memory, accepts xD-Picture Card up to 2GB
27 shooting modes including Movie with Sound
3x optical & 5x digital zoom; 15x seamless zoom en total
Bright, hi-resolution 2.5-inch (6.4cm) HyperCrystal LCD (approx. 230,000 pixels)
Digital Image Stabilization
Light sensitivity up to ISO 1600
Recording formats: Still-JPEG, Video-AVI Motion JPEG, AVI Movie with Sound: 640x480/15fps, SHQ; 320x240/15fps, HQ; 160x120/15fps, SQ
Built-in flash

If it wasn't already taken, I would assign the following motto to the rugged and dependable Olympus Stylus 770SW:

Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays this little camera from the swift completion its appointed photographs.

Tags: Digital Cameras, Olympus Digital Cameras, Olympus Stylus 770SW, shockproof camera, waterproof camera, Olympus Cameras

Digital Camera Highlights from PMA 2007

noreply@blogger.com (Ritz Interactive) — Mon, 12 Mar 2007 15:00:00 +0000

With a month's worth of hustle & bustle, events, contests, demos, announcements, and thousands of attendees crammed into four hectic days, the 83rd annual, 2007 PMA International Convention and Trade Show is ready for the history books.

For the consumer, the most interesting news from PMA 2007 is focused around the product announcements; the digital cameras and other photography equipment that you and I can buy off the shelf or order online. This year, there was no shortage of product news. We have previously written about product (and photo workshop) announcements from Panasonic LUMIX, the new digital camera models from Nikon Coolpix, and of course, the new 10.2 megapixel Nikon D40X.

Here are more digital photography and imaging product highlights from PMA 2007:

The FujiFilm IS-1 digital camera wins a DIMA Innovative Digital Product Award. The Digital Imaging Marketing Association (DIMA) Innovative Digital Product Awards recognize products or services that are at the forefront of digital imaging technology or the "first of their kind." FujiFilm stated that, "DIMA's recognition of the IS-1 digital camera underscores Fujifilm's commitment to creating unique products and rich new technologies that meet the imaging needs of today's customers."

Fujifilm's IS-1 is the world's first production point-and-shoot digital camera that can capture images in the IR (infrared) range of the light spectrum. Although this camera won't be owned by the average family photographer (the camera is more practical for science labs or law enforcement professionals), we congratulate FujiFilm on pushing the envelope with this unique camera.

New FujiFilm FinePix Digital Cameras: Speaking of FujiFilm, FujiFilm USA, Inc. announced three new consumer models in its line of consumer digital cameras, including the 8-megapixel Finepix A820 and the 9-megapixel A900.

New Olympus Digital Cameras: Not to be left behind, Olympus Imaging America has also announced several new models of high-quality digital cameras for Spring 2007, such as the Olympus EVOLT E410 and the Olympus EVOLT E510.

Both digital cameras are advanced digital SLRs that include a dust reduction system; a bright, high-resolution, 2.5 inch, 230,000-pixel HyperCrystal LCD screen; Auto-focus; and a 10-megapixel Live-MOS sensor that lets you preview your shots with all of the nuances of your own overrides and custom settings. The E510 also includes Advanced Image Stabilization.

Other new point-and-shoot Olympus cameras that have been recently announced include:

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Olympus Stylus 760 Digital Camera: A 7.1-megapixel, 3x optical zoom point 'n shoot that was designed to be used in adverse weather. The camera includes a bright, wide angle, high-resolution, 2.5-inch LCD, dual image stabilization and 26 different shooting modes for video capture and still images. The stylish Olympus 760 comes in four different colors: silver, black, light blue, and pink.

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Olympus SP-550UZ Digital Camera: The high-speed, 7.1-megapixel, full featured Olympus SP-550UZ offers more features than many digital SLRs, sans the interchangeable lens. Most notably, its wide-angle, 18x super-telephoto lens is the equivalent of a amazing 28-504mm telephoto lens on a 35mm camera. Super-sensitive, the ISO 5000 SP-550UZ will capture images in extremely low-light conditions (or for extremely fast-action photos). Its bright, 230,000-pixel 2.5-inch LCD allows you to review your shots even in bright sunlight, and the dual image stabilization ensures that a shaky hand or a fast-moving subject will be captured with crystal clarity.

For more news and daily updates related to the PMA 2007 show, please visit the Virtual Press Office at:

http://www.virtualpressoffice.com/show/index.jsp?showId=1152106483613

Tags: Digital Cameras, FujiFilm Digital Cameras, Olympus Digital Cameras, Photography Trade Shows, PMA 2007, Photo Marketing Association, PMA, PMAI