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Sony Alpha with live view rumours surface 2008-01-10 12:19:00 Sony may have announced the Alpha A200 at CES in Las Vegas this week, but that hasn't stopped rumours that another DSLR from the electronics company is coming in time for PMA at the end of the month.(Advertisement)Photography website dpnow is claiming it's got a spy shot of another model with an LCD screen with live view, different from the one released this week.According to the site: "A picture of the screen has been circulated widely." With "Model names including A250 and A300 have been mentioned, but none have been confirmed."By Stuart Milessource : news ... Sony

Nikon D300 Review 2008-01-10 12:13:00 The Nikon D200 was a truly great camera that offered professional performance at an enthusiast's price. Even now, its 10-megapixel CCD sensor can easily hold its own compared with similarly-priced rivals, and the robust build quality was - and still is - out of this world.But Nikon clearly thought that it could do even better. And the result of its thinking is the brand-new D300, a camera that looks outwardly like the D200 but which includes a number of highly significant technical advances and real improvements when it comes to image processing. The most notable of these improvement is the new 12.3-megapixel CMOS sensor which is remarkably 'similar' to the Exmor model used in the new Sony Alpha A700. Of course, adding two million extra pixels isn't going to make much difference to the image quality, but this isn't just a reheated version of the old sensor.Nikon's swapped from CCD to CMOS technology with a brand-new and advanced sensor design that delivers more than just a few ex ...

Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 First Impressions Review 2008-01-10 12:10:00 After a year-long stint as the company’s debut DSLR, the A100 finally has a successor. It isn’t much different, though: Sony markets it as "faster, lighter, and easier to use," according to their January 6 press release. The Sony ? DSLR-A200 comes with the same 10.2 megapixels and many of the same features, like built-in optical image stabilization and dust removal systems. When the A100 was released a year ago, it sold for $899 with a kit lens. The new Sony A200 will still come with a lens, but will retail for much less at $699. It will be available in February.Physical TourFrontThe Sony DSLR-A200’s front looks very similar to its predecessor. It has the molded hand grip on the left with a thick divot near the top for the index finger. Also near the top is a sensor for the optional remote control. Behind it, the jog dial and shutter release button can be seen, although they are more visible from the top.To the right of the hand grip is the ? A200 label, printed in white. The l ... Sony

Lexar Wireless Memory Card 2008-01-10 11:54:00 Eye-Fi and Lexar Announce Wireless Memory Card SolutionLAS VEGAS, Jan. 8 /PRNewswire/—CES—Today, Eye-Fi (http://www.eye.fi/), makers of the world’s first wireless memory card for digital cameras, announced an agreement with Lexar Media, a leading provider of memory products for digital media, to introduce a wireless memory card based on Eye-Fi’s patent-pending technology. As a result of the agreement, Lexar Media will introduce a new memory card with Eye-Fi’s technology that allows users to send photos directly from their digital camera to their computer or their favorite online photo sharing site.“Our agreement with Lexar Media is our first step toward offering camera, storage, and digital home device makers a unique way to incorporate the power of wireless connectivity and web services into their products,” said Jef Holove, CEO of Eye-Fi. “We see Lexar as an ideal business partner to extend the benefits of Eye-Fi’s wireless photo sharing to consumers. Lexar’s inte ... Memory Card

Olympus Introduces Pricing and Extended Warranties to Support Canadian Consumers 2008-01-10 11:51:00 Olympus today announced that it is taking a leadership position in providing Canadians and Canadian retailers with U.S. retail price parity. Olympus’ point-and-shoot digital cameras are now available in Canadian stores for the same retail prices as at U.S. retailers, representing an average of 20 per cent reduction in Canadian retail pricing. Additionally, Olympus is offering near-parity to U.S. pricing on its digital SLR (single lens reflex) cameras and lenses and the added incentive of free extended warranties, which are available to consumers outside of Canada only by purchase.“We’re committed to bringing Canadians the best technology for the best value,” said Louis Chatel, Director of Sales & Marketing - Canada for Olympus. “We’re able to respond to market conditions and help our retail partners offer consumers price parity or near-parity with additional incentives. As long as the Canadian dollar remains strong, we plan to ensure that Olympus’ consumers receive the fa ...

Nikon D3 and D300 DSLR Scene Recognition System Interview 2008-01-10 11:49:00 Nikon Corporation has provided a behind the scenes interview with Mr. Hiroshi Takeuchi, the developer of their new Scene Recognition System (SRS) technology, which is incorporated in the latest Nikon D3 and D300 digital cameras.Profile: Joining Nikon in 1995, Hiroshi Takeuchi was first engaged in developing light metering technology for film cameras. He then became involved in the development of metering for digital SLR's and TTL flash control technology.Mr. Takeuchi is the primary force behind the development of the Scene Recognition System incorporated in the D3 and D300.Overview: Before shooting a scene, a professional photographer adjusts focus, exposure and white balance based on his or her experience. Nikon’s Scene Recognition System represents a completely new concept whereby the camera makes this series of judgments as if it were the photographer’s brain.Nikon's new Scene Recognition System furthers the use of Nikon’s 1,005-segment RGB metering sensor (first introduced ...

Pretec 48GB CompactFlash Card 2008-01-09 09:37:00 Pretec CF 16GB / 24GB / 48GB - The highest-speed, high capacity CF Card for you to go professional!CES show, Las Vegas, U.S.A. January 7th, 2008Pretec, as the 2nd in the world to offer CF card (1995) and the world’s 1st to produce ruggedized PCMCIA ATA card, CF card, and also the 1st in the world to offer 8GB SDHC and 16GB CF card in 2006, has just launched another breakthrough in flash industry, the highest capacity, the fastest, and the most durable CompactFlash Card 16GB/24GB/48GB at CES 2008 (Booth South3 30166).Making a revolution in the area of flash memory cards, Pretec today surpasses the existing technology with the innovative solution to provide series unequaled CF cards 16GB/24GB/48GB. The storage for 48GB is almost as 12 DVD, or 69 compact discs. You can save around 40,000 photos in regular size or around 12,000 songs inside. It offers you enough space to backup, store, share, and data management anytime and anywhere. If comparing with regular capacious CF card in the mar ...

Sony A300 Rumors 2008-01-09 09:19:00 That’s right - the A300. The photo gearheads acknowledged the announcement of the Sony A200 with a collective sigh and dove head first into rumors of the Sony A300.Granted, these rumors have their genesis before the official announcement of the A200 - along with rumors of the A900 (or whatever Sony’s flagship will be called). However, the rumor mill has clearly flourished in light of the underwhelming announcement of the A200.In case you’re not up to speed, Sony announced the A200 on January 6th at CES in Las Vegas. It’s clearly an entry level DSLR at $700 in a kit with the 18-70mm lens. The price and features of the A200 have spurred the suspicion that Sony has got something bigger planned for PMA.Several Sony gearheads believe that Sony will slot at least one camera, if not two, between the A200 and the prosumer A700. That’s not just smoking rope and talking smack - there’s a method to the madness. The Sony A200 kit rolls in at $700, while the A700 retail is $1500 in the ... Sony

CES 2008: Rugged "Armor" for your DSLR 2008-01-09 09:17:00 8 January 2008 20:06 GMT - Perfect just to give your DSLR a little extra protection against knocks and bumps, we've been impressed with Made Products "Camera Armor" as shown at CES 2008.Made of a proprietary silicone material which is heat stable to a stonking 420 degrees, not only does the rubber casing offer the camera protection, but it gives the user a good, grippy feel when shooting.The Armor comes in separate parts and the whole system is made up of Body Armor, Lens Armor and an LCD Shield. It's available for most major models of DSLR for which it's custom designed to allow access to buttons, controls, etc.Amy-Mae Elliottmore : pocket-lint ...

Sony 75-300mm telephoto zoom 2008-01-09 09:00:00 Sony's 75-300mm telephoto zoom lens remains a popular option for owners of Alpha DSLRs. It's a common bundle with the earlier A100 and likely to find itself fitted to many of the new A200 bodies. As such it's an ideal time to revisit our Sony 75-300mm lens review with a brand new video tour, using the Alpha A100 body. Remember the new A200 has the same sensor, so our quality results are equally applicable for this new body. So to see - and hear - how this budget telephoto zoom compares, check out our Sony 75-300mm video tour.more : cameralabs ... Sony

Olympus E-3 Review 2008-01-09 08:45:00 The Olympus E-3 is the new flagship of the Four Thirds Standard-based Olympus E-System. This long-awaited replacement for the original E-1 model offers a plethora of advanced features to tempt the professional photographer away from the competition. The E-3 boasts the world's fastest auto-focusing speeds when used in conjunction with the new Supersonic Wave Drive lenses, one of which we test out in our review (the 12-60mm SWD lens). Fast shutter speeds of up to 1/8000th second and 5fps continuous shooting with a 19 image RAW buffer ensure that you'll never miss a shot. A 10 megapixel Live MOS sensor, built-in image stabiliser which stabilises all lenses, Live View on a multi-angle 2.5 inch LCD screen and the Supersonic Wave Filter dust reduction system complete the headline specs. Olympus have taken a long time to get the new E-3 just right, but is it a case of too little, too late? Can the Olympus E-3 compete with and even surpass the likes of the Canon EOS 40D, Nikon D300 and Sony ...

Sony Alpha A200 - sample images 2008-01-08 13:56:00 Today at CES amongst OLED TVs, the Mylo handheld and Rolly robotic music companion, Sony announced the third Alpha DSLR, the A200 - and we were there to try it out! The A200 is like a compact version of the A100. It's smaller and lighter than its predecessor, with a slightly bigger 2.7in 230k screen, but the same 10.2 Mpixel CCD sensor. The AF system remains 9-point, but the speed is noticeably quicker and it's a little quieter too. The Alpha A200 should be on sale in February for $699 USD in a kit with the DT 18-70mm lens. We took the opportunity to take some sample images with a final production model across its entire sensitivity range! See our Sony Alpha DSLR A200 sample images.more : cameralabs ... Sony

Zuiko Digital 12-60 SWD lens firmware update 2008-01-08 13:52:00 Continuous AF issues addressedFirmware update to fix12-60 SWD C-AF problemOlympus has today released a firmware update for the new Zuiko Digital 12-60mm f/2.8-4 SWD zoom. The update addresses reported issues concerning the consistency and accuracy of continuous autofocus when using this particular lens.To update your lens, use either Olympus Studio or Master, selecting the firmware update option and look for an update to version 1.1 for the 12-60 lens.Ian Burleymore : fourthirds-user ...

Nikon Extends D40x Cashback 2008-01-08 13:29:00 Nikon UK is pleased to announce its cashback promotion on D40X digital SLR camera kits has been extended until 29th February 2008.Customers purchasing a D40X body with any AF Nikkor lens* will be entitled to claim up to £40 in the UK and €60 in the Republic of Ireland on purchases made between 7th Jan – 29th Feb 2008 inclusive. All claims must be received by 31st March 2008.The 10.2 megapixel D40X embodies a wide range of innovative features in a compact, stylish design. The near instant power-up and continuous shooting mode allows the keen photographer to capture 100 jpeg images at three frames per second.For more information about the cashback promotion and how to claim please visit: www.nikon.co.uk/cashback source : europe-nikon ...

Nikon D3 Digital Camera Reviewed 2008-01-08 13:22:00 Every one waited for Nikon to move up to the next level of digital sensor size, the "full-sized" FX or 35mm-like solution. Years went by and seemingly nothing happened. We admired Nikon's clever ergonomic solutions and at least some of us ogled the high-ISO performance of the competition with a little envy. Then, Nikon struck back with a camera advertised to "defy the limitations" no less.The D3 is not only a 35mm-frame camera, it is so much more and with high-ISO performance unheard and undreamt of as well. With a blazing firing rate up to 9 fps(FX)/11 fps(DX), this is a sports and action shooter's dream camera come true. But what can it achieve for other fields of photography? In this review, I shall try to elaborate these aspects of this new Nikon DSLR. Consider this more akin to a personal travelogue written as I made myself familiar with the D3 rather than a compilation of features.The D3 is the first FX format digital camera from Nikon, and as such being eagerly awaited by dieh ... Digital Camera