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Fujifilm FinePix IS-1 – Review Roundup & Sample Photos

Wednesday, January 31st, 2007

The Fujifilm FinePix IS-1 is a Fujifilm’s latest model for capturing images in the infrared light spectrum released on 04.01.07. This specialized infrared sensitive version of the SLR-like S9100 featuring 9.0 million effective pixels, Visible – IR (400 – 900 nm), 10.7x zoom (28 – 300mm), and a 2.0-inch Low temperature polysilicon TFT LCD screen. The camera is measuring in at 128 x 93 x 129 mm (5.0 x 3.7 x 5.1 in), weighing 650 g (22.9 oz) and it’s running on 4x AA alkaline or NiMH battery.

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Sony SAL75300 75-300mm f4.5-5.6 lens

Wednesday, January 31st, 2007

Last updated: Review & Sample Photos @ CameraLabs (added on 31.01.07)

The Sony SAL75300 75-300mm f4.5-5.6 lens is a compact and lightweight 4X optical zoom lens for covering outdoor activities and sports action. The lens is also ideal for portraits shot from a relaxing distance, so people won’t be nervous. The lens is measuring in at 2 13/16 x 4 13/16 inch (71 x 122 mm) and Weighing 1 pounds 2 ounces (460 grams).

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Pentax K110D

Tuesday, January 30th, 2007

Last Updated: Review by CNET Asia (added on 30.01.07)

Pentax K110D is an entry class of Digital SLR camera (released on 23.05.06) featuring 6.1 Megapixel, 2.5”, ISO sensivitiy up to 3200, 11-point wide-frame AF, and continuous shooting mode at a maximum speed of approximately 2.8 images per second. Pentax K110D will be available in July 2006.

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Spitfire Photo Pro Announces Aperture TM 1.5

Monday, January 29th, 2007

SAN ANTONIO, TX. – Virtual Moment, LLC, providers of cutting edge technology solutions for digital media management, announced today at the Imaging USA trade show in San Antonio, the release of a new plug-in for Apple® Aperture TM 1.5. Available immediately for download, SpitfireExport provides an efficient way to export images from ApertureTM into Spitfire Photo Pro (www.spitfirephoto.com), the online image management and sales platform for professional photographers.

Designed with the diverse workflows of the professional photographer in mind, Spitfire Photo offers the ultimate in flexibility for online image management, distribution, and sales from a completely branded website. This cutting-edge technology platform delivers the most versatile store front in the industry, providing numerous options for selling online including a fully integrated print fulfillment lab, tools to create and sell custom products for self-fulfillment, and digital download sales with streamlined file delivery.

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Portrait Retouching Video Tutorial

Sunday, January 28th, 2007

Neat portrait retouching using the liquify filter in Photoshop video tutorial by Scott Kelby;

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Canon PowerShot S3 IS

Friday, January 26th, 2007

Last update: Review & Sample Photos @ TrustedReviews (added on 26.01.07)

Canon PowerShot S3 IS is a SLR-like digital camera (released on 21.02.06), featuring a 6.0 megapixels (CCD sensor) with 12x Optical Zoom lens (36 – 432mm equivalent) with Canon’s Image Stabilizer, a 2.0″ Vari-Angle LCD screen, measuring 4.5 x 3.1 x 3.0″ (113.4 x 78.0 x 75.5mm), 14.3 oz (410.0 g), and it’s running on 4 x AA Alkaline/Nimh batteries. Canon PowerShot S3 IS will be available in stores from May 2006 with an estimated retail price of $499.99.USD.

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Olympus SP-510 UZ

Tuesday, January 23rd, 2007

Last update: Review by PCMag (added on 23.01.07)

Olympus SP-510 UZ is a point-and-shoot digital camera (announced 23.08.06) featuring 7.1 effective megapixels, a huge 10x optical zoom (equivalent to 38 mm – 380 mm), 21 scene modes (incl. Landscape, Beach&Snow, Night Scene), BrightCapture Technology for better low light photography, and 2.5″ LCD Screen. The camera is measuring 106 x 75 x 70 mm (4.2 x 3 x 2.8 in), weighing around 410 g (14.5 oz) and is running on 4 AA Batteries.

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Sony CyberShot DSC-W70

Saturday, January 20th, 2007

Last update: Review & Sample Photos at TrustedReviews(Added on 20.01.07)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W70 is a point-and-shoot digital camera (released on 25.02.06) with 7.20 megapixel CCD sensor, 3x optical zoom (equivalent to 38 – 114mm ), 2.5″ LCD screen display, measuring 3.5 x 2.2 x 0.9″ (89.0 x 57.0 x 23.0mm), and weighing 157.0 g (5.5 oz). The camera has 3 metering modes (Multi-pattern, Center-weighted, Spot) and it’s running on NP-BG1 Lithium Ion rechargeable batteries. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W70 will be available in stores from April 2006 with an estimated retail price of $300 USD.

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1

Thursday, January 18th, 2007

Last Update: Review & Sample Photos @ DigitalCameraInfo (added on 18.01.07)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1 is the world’s smallest point-and-shoot digital camera (released on 14.02.06) with 10x optical (equivalent to 35-350mm) Leica DC zoom lens. The camera featuring a 5.0 megapixels (CCD), Image Stabilizer, and a 2.5-inch LCD screen. It’s measuring 112 x 58.1 x 40.2 mm (4.41 x 2.29 x 1.58 in, 234 g (7.3 oz) and running on a rechargeable Li-ion battery pack.

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Olympus FE-200

Tuesday, January 16th, 2007

Last update: Review & Sample Photos @ Steve’sDigicams (added on 16.01.07)

Olympus FE-200 is an ultra-compact, metal clad point-and-shoot digital camera (announced on 22.08.06) with 6.0 effective megapixels, 5x optical zoom (equivalent to 28 mm – 140 mm), 10 scene modes (e.g. Sports, Fireworks, Self-portrait) and 2.5″ LCD Screen. The camera is measuring 98 x 59 x 27 mm (3.9 x 2.3 x 1.1 in), weighing around 195 g (6.9 oz) and is running on rechargeable Lithium-Ion.

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