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Sat, 06 Dec 2008 15:55:33 +0100

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Nikon D3x Features in Nikon Pro Magazine

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 06:09:20 +0100

If you have gotten your latest issue of Nikon Pro magazine, take off the plastic wrap as quickly as possible and turn to page 6. Yes,The X Factor, a D3x it is, it looks exactly the same as Official Nikon D3x Photos Leaked (nikon/official-nikon-d3x-photos-leaked.html) posted yesterday. Nikon D3x features in the latest Nikon Pro Magazine (Photo credit: Seb Rogers)

Official Nikon D3x Photos Leaked

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 03:48:47 +0100

Nikon website had earlier shown images and links to the anticipated Nikon D3x, a 24 Megapixel full frame digital single lens reflex camera. Sony has earlier launched the Alpha a900 which also feature a 24 Megapixel full frame sensor. Nikon D3x Official Photos Front and Back Look

Joint Update Service for Four Thirds Lenses Launched

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 16:00:00 +0100

Olympus Imaging Corporation, Panasonic Corporation, and Sigma Corporation have joined forces to launch an online firmware update service that will enable users to easily update the firmware in interchangeable DSLR lenses compliant with the Four Thirds System Standard, even when the camera and lens are not made by the same manufacturer. This new joint service is the first of its kind in the industry.

Canon EOS 5D Mark II ISO50-ISO25600 100% Cropped Comparison

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 05:48:28 +0100

Along with the ability to capture full HD video clips at 1920 x 1080 resolution, Canon's EOS 5D Mark II Digital SLR camera features a 21.1-megapixel full frame 24 x 36mm CMOS sensor, DIGIC 4 imaging processor and significantly lower noise, with an expanded sensitivity range from ISO 50 to ISO 25,600. Canon 5D Mark II EF 24-105mm F4 L IS USM ISO 25600 Is the 5D successor far more superior than its predecessor and more importantly, where will it stand when compared with Nikon D700. Sample images below are from ISO50 till ISO25600, an overview photo then followed up by 100% cropped image. All images taken with Canon EF 24-105mm F4 L IS USM.

PhotoPlus 2008: Sony Announces Professional Photographer Program

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 16:00:00 +0100

NEW YORK (PhotoPlus Expo #1018), Oct. 23, 2008 – Sony today unveiled its professional photographer program at the PhotoPlus Expo tradeshow. Sony's first full frame Digital SLR- Alpha DSLR-A900

Olympus Drops E-420 Price Under USD$400

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 09:18:05 +0100

Olympus announced price reduction for their small digital SLR the E-420 recently with the price tag of less than USD$400. Head on to Amazon and make ur order, wait no more! Olympus E-420 Front Look

Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 Wide Angle Sample Photos 100% Cropped

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 06:26:27 +0100

With 24 megapixel and capable of producing photographs at the resolution of 6048 x 4032 pixel, the Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 full frame outshines the Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III, Nikon D700 and the recently launched Canon EOS 5D Mark II in terms of pixel size. Retailing at USD$2999.99, the Sony Alpha full frame is set to be the direct competitor to Nikon D700 12 megapixel full frame, currently selling at USD$2719 and Canon's newly launched EOS 5D Mark II. Some wide angle photographs are showcased below taken with Vario-Sonnar T * 24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM. Most photographs were taken during day time with ISO 200 and auto white balance. Photos are not altered in anyway except resizing for easier viewing.100% cropped version is included. Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 Vario-Sonnar T * 24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM 1/320, F9, ISO200, 24mm

Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 ISO100-ISO6400 100% Cropped Comparison

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 09:07:50 +0100

Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 is designed to deliver ultra-fine picture quality with the world’s highest resolution, 24.6-megapixel, 35 mm full-frame CMOS sensor and fast image processing with a new dual BIONZ processing engines. According to Sony, the sensor is produced using proprietary Sony planarization technologies to ensure an ultra-flat surface across the entire imaging area. Instead of a single analog/digital convertor, the sensor uses over 6,000 on-chip, column-parallel A/D converters to convert analog signals to noise-resistant digital signals at the earliest possible stage. The result is reduced noise and high-speed transfer of data. ISO samples below ranges from ISO100 to ISO6400 accompanied with 100% cropped sample. Autofocus was set to centre point and noise reduction is set to standard mode. Lens used was Vario-Sonnar T * 24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM. All shots were taken using Program mode with auto white balance at 70mm. Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 Vario-Sonnar T * 24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM ISO 6400

Apple Announces MacBook Family Updates

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:23:47 +0100

CUPERTINO, California—October 14, 2008—Apple today unveiled an all new MacBook family that redefines notebook design, and at the same time dramatically lowers the entry price for advanced notebook features including all-metal enclosures and pro-performance notebook graphics by $700 to make them far more affordable. The new MacBook and 15-inch MacBook Pro both have a precision unibody enclosure crafted from a single block of aluminum, resulting in thinner, more durable and incredibly beautiful designs. In addition, every member of the new MacBook family includes state of the art NVIDIA graphics, brilliant instant-on LED-backlit displays and new large glass Multi-Touch trackpads that offer almost 40 percent more tracking area and support more Multi-Touch gestures. The entire new MacBook family meets stringent Energy Star 4.0, EPEAT Gold and RoHS environmental standards, and leads the industry in the elimination of toxic chemicals by containing no brominated flame retardants, using only PVC-free internal cables and components, and using energy efficient LED-backlit displays that are mercury-free and made with arsenic-free glass.