Jul 30, 2010 02:33AM

Panasonic updates firmware for DMC-LX3, DMC-TZ7 and DMC-TZ6

Panasonic has released firmware updates for its DMC-LX3 premium compact, and the DMC-TZ7/ZS3 and DMC-TZ6/ZS1 compact superzooms. The company has not provided any information about the updates' actions beyond the slightly obscure 'Optimization of software processing. Change in software version has no effect on camera performance.' Firmware v2.2 for the LX3 and v1.3 for the TZ7 and TZ6 are available for immediate download from Panasonic's website.

Jul 29, 2010 03:45AM

Sinar creates adapter to mount DSLRs as digital backs

Sinar has announced the 'p-slr' system that allows DSLR owners use their camera bodies as digital backs with the company's view camera system via an adapter. Currently compatible with Canon and Nikon cameras, the system gives access to a range of medium format and view camera lenses and accessories such as bellows, filters etc. An included 'Quick Clamping' adapter also allows users to easily change the orientation of the camera body from landscape to portrait and vice versa. The p-slr system comes in various combinations of mounting brackets, bellows and the Quick Clamping adapter, and a number of optional accessories. It will be available from next month at a retail price of 1980 Swiss Francs (~ €1440).

Jul 28, 2010 07:56AM

Just posted: Sony DSLR A390 quick review

Just Posted: Our review of the Sony Alpha 390. Sony's latest DSLR is a minor upgrade to the A380, but Sony has made some important ergonomic changes that should make the new model easier to get to grips with (literally). At the core of the A390 is the same 14Mp CCD sensor as the A380 and A350, from which the A390 also inherits its innovative Fast AF Live View mode. Is a new handgrip enough to make the A390 stand out from the crowd? Check out our review and sample gallery to find out...

Jul 28, 2010 07:30AM

Samsung announces ST80 Wi-Fi enabled compact camera

Samsung has introduced the ST80 Wi-Fi enabled digital camera allowing users connect to wireless networks for uploading or emailing images and videos. A simpler version of the company's CL80 and CL65 Wi-Fi cameras, it has a smaller 3.0" touch-screen LCD and more limited un-stabilized 3x zoom lens with no real wide-angle capability (35-114mm equiv.) rather than the existing models' 7x and 5x stabilized zooms. Beyond this, it continues to offer 720p HD video recording with H.264 compression. The ST80 will be available from September 2010 at a suggested retail price of $249.99 in charcoal black, white, fuchsia pink and mint blue.

Jul 31, 2010 08:00AM

AC3 ZoneController released; U.S. MiniTT1/FlexTT5 rebates announced

LPA Design has begun shipping the PocketWizard AC3 ZoneController for Canon to its distributors. This means it will arrive "in retail stores in many markets within a couple weeks," says an LPA Design statement. In addition, MAC Group, the U.S. distributor of PocketWizard products, has announced a US$25 rebate on the MiniTT1 and FlexTT5 for Canon.

Jul 30, 2010 02:30PM

Canon now shipping EOS 7D kit with barcode reader support

Canon has quietly begun shipping a special EOS 7D kit aimed at high volume shooters that includes support for barcode scanners and has the ability to embed barcode data directly into the picture's metadata. The camera also includes a menu and setting lockout feature not currently found in stock 7D bodies. The kit, comprised of an EOS 7D body and Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E5A, is arriving at dealers now in the U.S.

Jul 30, 2010 01:30PM

Reminder: Last chance to order Einstein 640 at US$440 price

On August 1, the price of an Einstein 640 monolight will rise to US$499.95 when ordered from Paul C. Buff in Nashville, Tennessee. If you want to make a purchase at the current price of US$439.95, now is the time.

Jul 30, 2010 10:15AM

Fighter jet crash "one of the most unforgettable moments," says photographer

Lethbridge (Canada) Herald staff photographer Ian Martens thought the most memorable part of his workday last Friday would be a tandem jump with the Canadian Forces Skyhawks skydiving team. While returning to his car after the jump, and still shaky from the adrenaline rush, he paused to train his Nikon D300 on a CF-18 Hornet fighter jet being put through a slow, low-altitude pass over the Lethbridge airport in preparation for the weekend's Alberta International AirShow. Moments later, he would make a series of pictures of the pilot safely ejecting and the plane crashing that would be seen around the world. Read his account.

Jul 29, 2010 03:45PM

Discovered Ansel Adams negatives may have been shot by "Uncle Earl"

A California woman claims that her "Uncle Earl" is likely the photographer who shot the two boxes of glass negatives recently announced as being the early work of Ansel Adams. She produces as convincing evidence a photo shot by her uncle, Earl Brooks, that is eerily similar to one of the found glass negatives.

Jul 24, 2010 06:00PM

Getting Down With It: Bending Your Knees for the Best Shots

The easiest photographs to make are those taken at the photographer's eye level. In my experience though, the best shots are to be had by those willing to get down low and explore their subjects more intimately....

Jul 17, 2010 06:00PM

Photoshop CS5 Content-Aware Fill is Magic

If you've ever watched a magician performing a trick, you know it's not really magic, but it sure can look that way. The same is true of the new Content-Aware Fill feature in Photoshop CS5. I mentioned this feature back in May when did my first hands on write-up on the new features of Adobe's latest creation but I've gotten several questions about it since then and wanted to take this opportunity to cover it more fully....

Jul 10, 2010 06:00PM

Photoshop Tall and Thin, Big and Flat: New Cache Tile Optimization Options in CS5

Because digital camera resolution continues to increase over time, the image files most of us work with get bigger too. Thankfully, computer processing power and memory also keep going up so we can work on those bigger images. To better manage all the memory needed to push around huge numbers of pixels, Adobe has added new tuning options to Photoshop CS5 that may need a bit of explaining....

Jul 03, 2010 06:00PM

A Bridge Just Far Enough: Adobe CS5 Mini Bridge

The file management capabilities of Windows or Mac OS are fine for most tasks, but both pale in comparison to what you can do with your images while browsing them in Adobe Bridge. But if switching away from Photoshop to a separate application strikes you as overkill, Adobe has an answer for you. Introducing Adobe CS5 Mini Bridge....

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Arizona Republic Photographer Dave Seibert Detained By Police

2010-07-30T20:18:57+01:00

Photographer Carlos Miller Says Metrorail Guard Attacked Him

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U.S. Press: From Watchdog To Lapdog

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Tiana Markova-Gold, Sarah Dohrmann Win Dorothea Lange-Paul Taylor Prize

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NPPA Supports House Resolution Protecting Photographers From Police Interference

Jul 30, 2010 08:33AM

Photo Intern Humiliated By Photographer; Forced to Tickle Model's Feet (VIDEO)

We've all, no doubt, had an unpaid internship (or two) in our lives and while they can be a rewarding experience, there are some people out there who seek to take advantage of the lowly struggling intern. Consider the case of Sophia Schechner, a photo intern who says she was...

Jul 29, 2010 11:46AM

Is AFP Stealing Pictures Again?

Back in May, we reported the case of AFP v. Morel, in which AFP allegedly downloaded and distributed photographer Daniel Morel's exclusive Haitian earthquake photos without permission. After he sought compensation from AFP, the wire service sued him for defending his rights too aggressively. Now comes another case in which...

Jul 29, 2010 08:53AM

CPJ Blasts Thai Investigation of Journalists' Deaths

The Committee to Protect Journalists has concluded that the Thai government has "done little to bring anyone to account" for the deaths of dozens of people and injuries of hundreds at anti-government protests in Bangkok this past spring. Among the dead were freelance photographer Fabio Polenghi of Italy and Reuters...

Jul 28, 2010 09:30AM

Ansel Adams? Print Dealers Cry Foul on Sale of Negatives

The day after news reports that experts had authenticated glass plate negatives ?bought for $45 at a garage sale in Pasadena-- as the work of Ansel Adams, dealers of Adams? prints are casting doubts on the negatives? authenticity and estimated market value. Bill Turnage, managing director of the Ansel Adams...

Jul 27, 2010 01:31PM

Nikon Black Lens Coffee Mug Now on Sale

Yes, it had to happen. Earlier this year we broke the news on the Canon White Lens coffee mug that was being distributed at the Winter Olympics in Vancouver and the Internet nearly exploded. Now a Nikon version has surfaced. (Gulp.) Don't know if it's an "official" Nikon release, but...

Jul 29, 2010 10:27AM

Nikon Coolpix S4000 (pink)

Nikon's budget-friendly Coolpix S4000 offers up a large, responsive touch screen, but its performance will test your patience.

Jul 29, 2010 10:27AM

Nikon Coolpix S4000 (red)

Nikon's budget-friendly Coolpix S4000 offers up a large, responsive touch screen, but its performance will test your patience.

Jul 29, 2010 10:27AM

Nikon Coolpix S4000 (plum)

Nikon's budget-friendly Coolpix S4000 offers up a large, responsive touch screen, but its performance will test your patience.

Jul 29, 2010 10:27AM

Nikon Coolpix S4000 (black)

Nikon's budget-friendly Coolpix S4000 offers up a large, responsive touch screen, but its performance will test your patience.

Jul 29, 2010 10:27AM

Nikon Coolpix S4000 (silver)

Nikon's budget-friendly Coolpix S4000 offers up a large, responsive touch screen, but its performance will test your patience.

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