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Fujifilm X-Pro1 Photos and Specs Leaked

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 18:12:48 GMT

The Nikon D4 wasn’t the only upcoming camera to have its photos and details leaked today: Fujifilm’s retro-styled system camera also got the same treatment. Réponses Photo (the French magazine that ) has leaked — previously believed to be called the X1 or LX10. A press release about the camera also appeared (screenshot ). We now know that the camera will offer a custom 16MP CMOS sensor, use Fujifilm’s EXR processor technology, feature a second-generation hybrid viewfinder, and be launched with ...

Nikon’s D4 Outed Officially

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 22:44:04 GMT

Nikon D4 Outed
Nikon’s D4 . It looks very impressive on the spec sheet. I like the idea of illuminated function buttons. Hopefully we can select the colour. :)

Nikon D4 will have substantially lighter body

Available in February

Suggested retail price: $6,000

The ISO range is listed again as 100 to 102,400, expandable to 50 to 204,800.

91,000-pixel RGB metering sensor

Face detection/recognition

100% viewfinder coverage (obviously)

Illuminated function buttons

Dedicated video button

Includes H.264 B frame compression ...

Battle of the Bokeh: Nikon 105mm DC vs Micro Nikkor VR

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 05:40:00 GMT

Battle of the Bokeh is back! This time we take a look at the "bokeh master", the Nikon 105mm DC.

Sony NEX-7 Review

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 16:25:21 GMT

The Sony NEX-7 is a new compact system camera with a long list of photographer-friendly features. Offering a 24.3 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor, 1080p HD movies, high-res 3 inch tilting screen, 10fps burst shooting, built-in electronic viewfinder and pop-up flash, the NEX-7 seems to be on paper at least a very exciting proposition. Read our full Sony NEX-7 review, complete with sample JPEGs, RAW files, and movies, to find out if this is the ultimate compact system camera... Read the review ...

Up to $150 off & free overnight shipping - The Nikon Lens and Body deals.

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 16:45:47 GMT

AF-S NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Zoom Lens $150 instant rebate Free Overnight Shipping - Nikon Lenses Free Overnight Shipping-Nikon Cameras Nikon COOLPIX P7100 Digital Camera Now $425.00 free overnight included 85mm f/1.4 EX DG HSM Lens for Nikon $100 off Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X 116 Pro DX for Nikon $50 off Sigma 30mm f/1.4 EX DC HSM Lens for Nikon $50 off Sigma Normal 50mm f/1.4 EX DG HSM Lens for Nikon $30 off Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 II EX Lens ...

Fuji’s upcoming mirrorless camera will be all black

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 15:44:26 GMT

Another leaked picture of the upcoming mirrorless interchangeable lens camera from Fuji (see more pictures here).You can clearly see the camera grip on the right site.The name of the new camera will be X1 or LX10. Fuji uses different models for their prototype models - the X10 was initially called X50.The new camera is expected to be shown at the PMA show next week and officially announced in February.See also the previously leaked pictures here. The camera will have a proprietary mount. According ...

Nikon D4: $6,000, Nikkor AF-S 85mm f/1.8G: $500

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 13:55:22 GMT

The first article about the Nikon D4 appeared briefly online today. The article was dated January 10, 2012 - this may be the actual release date to the public. The January 6th press event could just be to introduce the camera to the press. I cannot publish the entire article, but here are some interesting new specs (the [...]

Canon C300 C-Log vs Sony F3 S-Log

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 19:59:08 GMT

From Sebastian Wiegartner
German filmaker Sebastian Wiegärtner has spent some time with the new Canon C300 and compares its noise performance against the Sony F3. At the end he also throws in the Canon 7D for good measure.

from Wiegartnerfilms

I like the form factor of the C300, wow, what a bummer. But I also like the superb image out of my Sony F3 with S-Log and the ability shooting 4:4:4 1080p with 60 frames per seconds. You can get a Sony F3 with S-Log for € 13,900 in Europe (without external recorder ...

Olympus Working on a Mirrorless Camera with an ‘Epoch-Making’ Viewfinder

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 23:49:06 GMT

Olympus has something big up its sleeve. In , manager Mr. Ogawa revealed that the company is working on a new mirrorless camera that features an “epoch-making” viewfinder — presumably one that’s even more advanced than . The upcoming viewfinder sounds like it’ll also be some kind of fusion between electronic and optical. There’s not much that’s know about the technology at the moment, but we should be hearing more about it very soon. (via via ) Image credit: by

Induro BHL3 Mini Review

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 12:24:16 GMT

If you use a tripod and you want maximum steadiness and maximum safety, a ball head is usually the best bet. The problem with ball heads is that they can be big and heavy. Induro has managed to solve both problems with the new BHL series. The BHL1, BHL2 and BHL3 are similar. For the purposes of this test I used a BHL3. It’s the sturdiest of the bunch and according to Induro will support up to 88 pounds. I like to always cut these specs in half to be super safe so I’ll call it 44 pounds. Still, I ...

Fujifilm XS-1 Hands-On Photos

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 12:10:58 GMT

Hands-on gallery of photos of the new Fujifilm XS-1 super-zoom camera. Read more and comment »

Nikon D4 and a new lens announcement on January 6th, 2012

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:42:02 GMT

On January 6th, 2012 Nikon will have a major announcement. Expect the Nikon D4 and one new lens (probably AF-S 85mm f/1.8G). Friday is an unusual date for Nikon to introduce new products, but my understanding is that there will be press events scheduled in Las Vegas during the weekend before the PMA show that starts on January 10, [...]

Canon 5D Mark II $1999 Deal at B&H Still Going.

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 01:37:20 GMT

From B&H
B&H is still selling the 5D Mark II body only for $1999 via the link below.

Included with the body is a bundle of products.

SanDisk 16GB Extreme Pro CompactFlash Card

Lowepro Adventura 170 Shoulder Bag

Red Giant B&H Video Production Software Bundle

$719.85 total value

Can I get it before Christmas?
Below are the shipping cutoff times to get your goods by Friday, December 23, 2011. (Domestic USA)

UPS Ground Tuesday, Dec. 20, 4:00pm EST FedEx Saver Tuesday, Dec. 20, 4:00pm EST Express Mail Tuesday, ...

Ubertronix Strike Finder lets you take pictures of lightnings, popping balloons and even speeding bullets

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 05:04:08 GMT

Ubertronix Strike Finder EliteUbertronix is a new company that manufactures devices that can take in sound, motion, lightning or laser as inputs to trigger a camera. They have developed the technology using sophisticated sensors to send a signal to the camera to take a picture at just the right moment. The device mounts onto the hot shoe and attaches to the camera via the remote switch port. When it senses lightning, it signals the camera to take a picture. Most camera shutter speeds last between ...

Soccer Through Sunset

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 14:00:00 GMT

Any time I am shooting an outside portrait and the start time is up to me, I am for an hour before sunset. The reason is simple: You know the light is gonna just get better and better until it is time to wrap it up.
That's exactly how it was with a shoot last week of local soccer standout Zach Johnson. But this time we veered away from the normal afternoon/sunset game plan a little. Read more »

iStockphoto Launches New Referral Programme

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 12:45:31 GMT

iStockphoto has recently unveiled a new referral programme that rewards participants with their choice of $20, 20 credits or 20 percent commission on all first-time purchases by customers they generate. Read more and comment »

Storwell Christmas Photography Contest

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 18:22:09 GMT

Theme: Season holiday. It may be a cute photo of your pet dressed up as a raindeir, a photo of your elaborate christmas light decorations, or perhaps a photo of your exceptionally decorated Christmas tree.

Prize:

Grand prize - cheque for the total value of $500 CAD

How to enter this photography contest

Take a look at Photocompete Facebook page. You will find more photography contests and competitions there! Join Photocompete on Twitter.

Submit your ...

Altered Images Photography Competition

Sun, 11 Dec 2011 17:36:43 GMT

You can submit images, created by “alternative” cameras – from the pinhole camera, to the toy camera, to the mobile phone apps like instagram. Use lo-fi technology or high-tech gadgets creatively!

Categories:

Fine Art
Nature
People
Special

Prizes:

Each of the 4 category winner will receive a $500 cash prize, $200 worth of Holga gear, and the opportunity to exhibit 20 images from the winning work at a Px3 exhibition in 2012!

How to enter this photo ...

Q&A: Controlling the Sun When Using Flash - A Comparative Guide

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 03:58:00 GMT

After Monday's post lighting a soccer player into the sun at a wide aperture, several questions came up via comments and Twitter about the relative benefits of doing this in different ways.
Yes, there are different ways to do it -- namely ND, high-speed sync and special-chip cameras. Each method has advantages and disadvantages. The full how-to and scorecard, inside. Read more »

NEW ONLINE PORTAL FOR LEICA S PHOTOGRAPHERS

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 15:46:51 GMT

Solms, Germany (November 30, 2011) - In collaboration with Leica Camera AG, LFI Photographie GmbH presents a new online portal for the Leica S-System, www.S-League.net. The website illustrates the wide range of photographic opportunities covered by the Leica S-System and provides a platform for photographers to present work shot with the medium format Leica S-System [...]