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Sony firmware for NEX-3, 5 and 3C brings LA-EA2 adapter support
News: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com) &bull Dec 15, 2011
Sony has updated the firmware for its NEX-3, NEX-5 and NEX-C3 cameras to offer support for the LA-EA2 SLT-style autofocus A-mount adapter. Firmware version 05 for the NEX-3 and NEX-5, and version 02 for the NEX-C3 are now available from… Full Story »
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Sony WX10 review posted!
The Imaging Resource What's New &bull Dec 12, 2011
With a wicked-fast autofocus system driving its G-series lens, the Sony WX10 integrates quite a few of Sony's recent innovations, including iSweep Panorama, Handheld Twilight, and even a set of 3D modes. Its 16-megapixel sensor, 2.8-inch LCD, Full HD video… Full Story »
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Tamron supports Sony NEX with E-mount 18-200mm F/3.5-6.3 Di III VC
News: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com) &bull Dec 8, 2011
Tamron has announced the 18-200mm F/3.5-6.3 Di III VC superzoom for the E-mount used on Sony's NEX cameras. The lens, which comes in two colors, makes it the first third-party manufacturer to offer an autofocus lens for any mirrorless camera system. Unlike the existing, DSLR version, the E-mount lens uses a stepping motor designed specifically for working with contrast-detection AF. The lens offers an image-stabilized 27-300mm equivalent field-of-view on the NEX and comes as an alternative to the Sony 18-200mm. Sales will start in Japan on December 15th. Announcing the… Full Story »
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Panasonic GH2: New firmware adds features, improves performance
The Imaging Resource News Page &bull Dec 7, 2011
The Panasonic GH2 firmware v1.1 makes quite a range of changes, adding new features and improving overall performance. There's a new high bitrate 24Mbps 1080p 25fps recording mode, and support for power zoom lenses with display of focal length, zoom… Full Story »
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Nikon updates firmware for discontinued CoolPix P7000
News: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com) &bull Dec 6, 2011
Nikon has taken the unusual step of updating the firmware of its discontinued CoolPix P7000 enthusiast compact. Firmware v1.2 offers a broad selection of improvements and bug fixes, ranging from improved AF targeting to the correction of an error that… Full Story »
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Coolpix P7000 firmware updated to v1.2
Rob Galbraith DPI &bull Dec 6, 2011Nikon has released firmware v1.2 for the Coolpix P7000. The update is intended to improve autofocus performance, correct numerous bugs and enable the use of auto bracketing together with the self-timer. Full Story »
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Samsung NX200 test photos
LetsGoDigital English Edition &bull Dec 5, 2011Samsung NX200 test photos : The Samsung NX200 has a compact and lightweight metallic design. The Samsung system camera is even more compact than its predecessor, while the sensor is larger. The APS-C CMOS sensor can capture more details with… Full Story »
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Sony releases firmware v1.04 for SLT-A77 and SLT-A65
News: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com) &bull Nov 29, 2011
Sony has released the long-rumored firmware v1.04 update for its A77 and A65 SLT models. The updates add two more lenses to the list that the cameras can correct for and also promise to improve image quality, response time and… Full Story »
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Ricoh CX6
LetsGoDigital English Edition &bull Nov 16, 2011Ricoh CX6 Digital Camera : Ricoh has announced a new compact camera; the Ricoh CX6 digital camera. The Ricoh CX6 digital camera features a high magnification 10.7x (28-300mm) optical wide-angle zoom lens that achieves even shorter autofocus times through the… Full Story »
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HTC Rezound Smartphone features
LetsGoDigital English Edition &bull Nov 16, 2011Verizon Wireless intros the HTC Rezound 4G LTE Smartphone : The new HTC Rezound is the first HTC smartphone to feature a 720p HD display and is perfect for enjoying high-quality mobile entertainment on the 4.3-inch super LCD screen. HTC Watch puts an entire library of the latest premium movies and… Full Story »
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Sony SLT-A65
Reviews: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com) &bull Nov 15, 2011
Note that because of the similarities between the two models, some elements of this article have been taken or adapted from our in-depth review of the SLT-A65's higher-end sister model - the A77. The Sony SLT-A65 was launched alongside the SLT-A77 - the long-awaited replacement for the DSLR-A700. Although somewhat overshadowed by its higher-end stablemate at the time of its launch, the cheaper SLT-A65 has more mass-market potential and we believe… Full Story »
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Canon educational posts on EOS-1D X autofocus and Cinema EOS system
Rob Galbraith DPI &bull Nov 10, 2011The Canon Digital Learning Center has posted a lengthy article on the autofocus system in the new EOS-1D X and an also lengthy FAQ on the Cinema EOS system. The Cinema EOS FAQ includes 13 sections ranging from questions on… Full Story »
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Tempting Panasonic GX1 is Surfacing
The Digital Story &bull Nov 7, 2011
PhotographyBlog writes: "...the 16 megapixel Panasonic GX1 offers an ISO range of 100-12800, auto-focus speed of 0.09 seconds, full HD 1080i video recording, a 3-inch screen with 460k dots, built-in pop-up flash, and 4.2 fps burst mode at full resolution.… Full Story »
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Panasonic LUMIX GX1
PhotographyBLOG &bull Nov 7, 2011
The Panasonic LUMIX GX1 is a new premium compact system camera. With a chic style, exceptional image quality and intuitive features, the 16 megapixel Panasonic GX1 offers an ISO range of 100-12800, auto-focus speed of 0.09 seconds, full HD 1080i video recording, a 3 inch screen with 460k dots, built-in pop-up flash, and 4.2fps burst mode at full resolution. Available in Gunmetal Grey and Raven Black, the GX1 will be available from mid December priced at 499.99 body only, 599.99 with the standadr 14-42mm kit lens, and 729.99 with the 14-42mm power-zoom lens (from mi January 2012). The LUMIX GX1,… Full Story »
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Now Available: Foundations of Photography, HDR
Complete Digital Photography &bull Nov 1, 2011As amazing as current digital camera technology is, it can't compare with those two squishy orbs in the front of your head. In addition to great autofocus, exceptional white balance, and amazing low light capabilities, your eyes also have tremendous… Full Story »
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Sony Alpha NEX-5N First Impressions Review
digitalcamerainfo.com &bull Oct 31, 2011
The Sony NEX-5N is the midrange model of Sony's 2011 NEX lineup, with an overall design similar to 2010's NEX-5 but with a number of smart additions that streamline operation. The most notable addition is the touchscreen interface, which adds… Full Story »
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Sony Launches Binoculars with HD Video Recording
Photo Review News &bull Oct 31, 2011
October 31, 2011: Sony has released details of its new DEV-5 digital binoculars, which include the ability to record Full HD video with stereo sound. Claimed as a 'world first', the DEV-5 binoculars provide up to 20x magnification, with digital… Full Story »
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Lens Review: Canon 2x Extender EF III
The Imaging Resource What's New &bull Oct 17, 2011
Over on SLRgear.com we conclude our look at Canon's Extender series of teleconverters, with a full review of the 2x Extender EF III . Released at the end of last year, the III series changed the optical configuration, as well… Full Story »
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Great image quality - but is the GR Digital IV worth the price?
Latest Gadgets.co.uk &bull Oct 17, 2011Ricoh has updated its premium compact camera, from the GR Digital III to the - surprise surprise - GR Digital IV. So what's new about the latest model? Well, Ricoh has updated its image processors, and introduced an image stabilisation… Full Story »
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Oly 45 Arrives at TWH
The Online Photographer &bull Oct 15, 2011
It's a lovely little thing, seeming somehow tinier than the 40mm pancake because it's so much narrower, even though of course it's longer. The silent autofocus is almost disconcerting at first, if you're not used to it, but fits the… Full Story »
