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Service notice on Sony DSC-T20 digital camera
Sony has released a service notice for the DSC-T20 digital camera. In certain units (serial numbers on Sony's support site), the lens cannot adjust properly due to a mechanical failure in the lens mechanism. When the automatic features of the camera attempt to adjust the lens, the camera body vibrates, preventing it from properly focusing or taking pictures. Please note that the symptom only occurs while the camera is powered on, and that the vibration is similar to that of a mobile phone set to silent mode...
Forget cable hassle with TransferJet technology
A Consortium will be setup to develop and promote TransferJet, a new close proximity wireless technology. This new technology enables a high speed data transmission rate of 560Mbps, while eliminating the need for complex setup and operation. Just by holding two TransferJet compliant products closely together (within 3cm) you can transfer data automatically from one device to the other. For example, touching a TV with a digital camera enables photos to be instantaneously displayed on the TV screen...
Digital Foci announces Photo Safe II photo viewer
Digital Foci announces the Photo Safe II photo viewer. Photo Safe II provides portable digital photo storage with 80GB and 160GB hard drives and built-in memory card readers in all popular card formats CF, MMC, SD/HC Card, miniSD, Memory Stick, MS PRO, MS Duo, MS PRO Duo, and xD-Picture card. When connected to a computer through its high-speed USB2 connection, the unit also functions as a hard drive and memory card reader. Photo Safe II is available immediately, priced at $139 for 80GB and $189 for 160GB...
Samsung Europe announces the new S1070
Samsung Europe expands its budget S-Series digital cameras. The new model S1070 is a 10.2 megapixels camera equipped with a 3x optical (35-105mm at 35mm) zoom lens, a step down from the 5x optical zoom lens on the previous model S1060. Furthermore, the S1070 features an "intelligent" 2.7 inch LCD monitor, which adjusts brightness of the LCD automatically based on the surrounding light. The new S1070 will be available in September 2008 in Black, Silver and Pink for a street price of about 125 euro...
Samsung L310W / SL310W and L201 / SL201
Samsung announces four new digital cameras and introduces somewhat confusing changes in its camera naming convention. Two new members of the NV-Series, the NV9 and NV100 HD have been introduced in the US as the TL9 and TL34HD. At the same time Samsung unveils two new members of its L-Series or S-Series as the L310W and L201 are announced in the US as the SL310W and SL201. The L310W features 13.6 Mp and a 3.6x, 28mm wide-angle optical zoom lens. The L201 features 10.2 Mp and a 3x optical zoom lens...
Samsung unveils 14.7 Megapixel NV100 HD
Samsung unveils the14.7 Megapixel NV100 HD digital camera to shoot images with a maximum resolution of 4384 x 3288 pixels. Furthermore the new NV100 features a 28 mm wide-angle 3.6x optical zoom Schneider-Kreuznach lens, and on the back of the camera you'll find a 3-inch 460.000 pixel LCD touch screen. The camera can record in Stereo and 720p HDTV Video (1280x720) at 30 frames per second. Movie playback in 1.2 NTSC or PAL requires the optional SCC-NV5HD HDMI docking station...
Samsung unveils NV9 with analog dashboard
Samsung launches the 10.2 Mp NV9 digital camera, featuring a 5x zoom Schneider-Kreuznach lens. In spite of its compact dimensions (95 x 59,9 x 21,3mm), the camera is loaded with features, such as Dual Image stabilization, AF-/AE Face recognition and Smile & Blink detection. In addition, the NV9 is truly multimedia with its MP3-Player, Textviewer, digital dictating machine and mobile storage medium functions. On the top you'll find to retro style displays for battery life and memory use, without any doubt features you've always been waiting for...
PhaseOne P65+ with 60 Megapixel CCD sensor
On the heels of the recent announcement of the 50 Megapixel Hasselblad H3DII-50 camera system, PhaseOne announces the PhaseOne P65+, its most potent digital back with a 60 Megapixel CCD image sensor. Both new systems use the 6.0 micron technology, but where Kodak uses a 36 x 48mm sensor size to create an 8176 x 6132 pixel array, PhaseOne beefs up the CCD sensor size and uses a 40.4 x 53.9mm sensor to create an 8984 x 6732 pixel array for a whopping total of 60480288 effective pixels...
Casio EX-Z150 with 28mm wide-angle and 4x zoom
Casio announces its latest member of the EXILIM Zoom digital camera series, the 8.1 Megapixel EX-Z150. The new model has the features and functions that you'll find in most modern compact cameras, all packed in the slimmest camera in the world with a built-in wide-angle 28 mm (35 mm film equivalent) 4x optical zoom lens, in a body measuring 96.7 mm x 57.3 mm and only 20.1 mm thin. On the back of the camera you will find a large 3.0 inch, high resolution LCD monitor with 230,400 (960 x 240) dots...
Kodak further expands HD Series digital cameras
Following the announcement of the EasyShare M1093, Kodak introduces two more cameras in its M-series compact cameras. The model M1063, features 10 Megapixel, 3x optical zoom, HD picture capture, and Face detection & Blur reduction technology. The new model M1073 offers the same features and adds image stabilization technology. Kodak has also introduced the 9.2 Megapixel, 3x optical zoom, HD capable model C913 in its entry level C-series for great shots at a price of 119,95 dollars...
Carl Zeiss Velvet projector shows darkest night
At the International Planetarium Society meeting in Chicago, Carl Zeiss presented a novel type of video projector which by far surpasses the contrast offered by all existing projector solutions. The new VELVET projector has been designed for use in planetarium domes and other dome theaters. It is based on the DLP chip technology from Texas Instruments, and while projectors from other manufacturers feature a contrast ratio of only 30.000:1, the new projector achieves a ratio that is larger by a factor of 83, i.e. 2.500.000:1...
Sigma releases DP1 firmware and Soft Case SC-11
Sigma releases firmware version 1.04 for the DP1 camera which adds following new functions: • A customizing function has been added to the Digital Zoom button. • A feet indicator has been added to the scale bar in MF mode. Sigma also announces the new SC-11 soft case for the DP1. This SC-11 will store the DP1 whilst the hood adapter "HA-11" and view finder "VF-11" are attached to the camera. The Chloroprene Rubber material, which the SC-11 is made from, gives extra cushioning and protection for the DP1...
Kodak goes video with Zi6 pocket video camera
Kodak announces its entry into the pocket digital video camera market with the Zi6 Pocket Video Camera. This new video camera makes it simple to shoot and share high-quality videos, thanks to 720p HD video capture, a large 2.4-inch LCD screen, and easy-to-use software. You can upload your videos to YouTube quickly and easily using the built-in USB and software, or record hours of video with the expandable SD/SDHC card slot that can hold up to 32 GB. The Zi6 Pocket Video Camera will be available from late September for US$179.95...
View your pictures with the Kodak HD Player
Kodak announces the Theatre HD Player, a High Definition media player that enables you to interact more freely and creatively with your pictures, podcasts, videos and music. The remote-operated Theatre HD Player lets you view customized slideshows, incorporate personal music and video collections, and view online video- and photo-sharing sites. You can also edit and upload images and videos to these sites from the HDTV in the comfort of your living room. The new Theatre HD Player will retail for US $299.99 from September 2008...
Kodak announces 15x zoom EasyShare Z1015 IS
Kodak expands its Z-Series digital camera line with the EasyShare Z1015 IS Digital Camera equipped with a 15x Schneider-Kreuznach Variogon Optical Zoom lens with image stabilization. The new lens can capture shots in tight quarters with the f/2.8 28 mm wide-angle lens. You can capture action shots without delay with a click-to-capture speed (
New Kodak EasyShare M1093 IS digital camera
Kodak announces the M1093 IS, a sleek digital camera featuring Kodak's Smart Capture, which instantly adjusts the camera settings to ensure brilliant images in virtually any environment. Furthermore, you can reduce blur caused by camera shake, subject movement or fast-action situations with image stabilization and blur reduction technology, and view your pictures on an HDTV with the optional Kodak EasyShare HDTV Dock. The M1093 IS digital camera will retail for US$199.95 MSRP from September 2008...
Canon announces Rebel XS / EOS 1000D dSLR
Canon announces the Rebel XS / EOS 1000D digital SLR, featuring a 10.1 megapixel CMOS sensor, 7-point wide area AF system and up to 3fps continuous shooting. Furthermore, it features a 2.5" LCD with Live View shooting, the Canon DIGIC III image processor and the new SLR is of course fully compatible with all Canon EF and EF-S lenses and EX-series Speedlites flashes. The Canon Rebel XS / EOS 1000D including a EF-S 18-55mm IS lens will be available in July for 649,- Euro. Update: US estimated retail price is $699.99...
Nikon releases WT-4 Wireless Transmitter firmware
Nikon releases firmware update version 1.1 for the WT-4 Wireless Transmitter which adds support for Thumbnail Selector v.1.1.0. Users of the Nikon D3 must ensure that the D3 firmware, the Thumbnail Selector and WT-4 Setup Utility are the latest version. Users of the Nikon D300 should remain with the current WT-4 firmware version as a firmware update for the D300 providing compatibility with the WT-4 firmware v.1.1 is currently being developed. No timeline for this new release has been determined yet...
New Kodak sensor: 50 million pixels in 48x36 mm
Kodak introduces the world's first 50 million pixel image sensor for professional photography. The new Kodak sensor is the first to utilize the company's new 6.0 micron Full Frame technology, which increases resolution and camera performance, provides increased throughput for faster frame rate, a reduced "click to capture" time, lower power consumption, and improved color fidelity. With an 8176 x 6132 pixel array, the sensor provides the highest resolution available in the popular 48x36mm format used in medium format photography...
New 50Mp Hasselblad H3DII-50 camera system
Hasselblad announces the H3DII-50 camera system, featuring Kodak's 50 Megapixel 36×48mm sensor, more than twice the physical size of the largest 35mm DSLR sensors. The system represents the 4th generation H-system, and brings all the advantages of a truly integrated DSLR to the large sensor format, enabling all photographic parameters to be optimized. The H3DII-50 provides improved controls and functionality, better sensor cooling, a new and more intuitive user interface, and a bright three inch display...
Hasselblad launches HTS 1.5 tilt and shift adapter
Hasselblad announces the new HTS 1.5 tilt and shift adapter. Compatible with the HCD28mm, HC35mm, HC50mm and the HC80mm lenses it effectively adds four different tilt and shift lenses to the HC/HCD lens range. "Shift" is the moving of a lens, up and down or to the sides, from its central position while retaining its perpendicular orientation to the film plane. "Tilt" differs from shift in that the normal perpendicular orientation of the lens to the film plane is changed resulting in a change in the plane of focus...
Olympus Studio update 2.2 for Windows and Mac
Olympus releases Studio update version 2.2 for Windows and Macintosh systems. This update provides the following improvements: - Support for Portuguese (Brazilian). - Improved the display speed in Preview Area in "RAW Development" and "Image Edit" windows. - Added the functions to narrow down, sort, and delete files in Thumbnail Area of all windows. - Added the function to clear Cache...
Prerecord Movie firmware for the Casio EX-F1
Casio announces a new firmware update for the Exilim Pro EX-F1 digital camera. Firmware version 1.10 adds the Prerecord Movie function, which permits movie capture to commence 5 seconds before the user actually presses the Movie Button. Prerecord Movie works with all movie modes, including 30 fps Standard movie mode, the 300 fps, 600 fps and 1200 fps High Speed movie modes, and the Full High-Definition movie mode. This firmware update for the EX-F1 will be available on Casio's English website starting July 8....
Ricoh releases GX100 firmware update v. 1.50
Ricoh releases firmware version 1.50 for the GX100. This update offers these improvements: 1. Under certain conditions, in manual exposure mode, even if you press the function button for automatic exposure adjustment, it will fail to select the appropriate exposure settings 2. Improvement of flash control in dark environments. 3. Modified the format of JPEG files from a RAW format file that produced an incorrect file format in case you set the [RAW/JPEG setting] to [N640], and the [Pic Quality / Size] setting to [RAW 3:2]...
Epson to expand its Pro-Series Multimedia Viewers
It has been a while since Epson has released new products in its Pro-Series Multimedia Viewer series, but it seems the model P-3000 and P-5000 are soon getting a successor (at the Photokina?) with the 80GB model P-6000 and the 160 GB model P-7000 (or is it P-8000). The Epson Pro-Series are aimed at shutterbugs and professionals on the move and in the studio. The P-5000 earned the EISA 2007/2008 award for its very simple use, with a straightforward user interface and its 4-inch LCD screen with exceptional resolution...
Sinar launches arTec digital architectural camera
Together with the architectural photographer Rainer Viertlböck, Sinar has developed a new camera for digital architectural photography. Images can precisely be composed on the focusing screen of the camera´s sliding back. Digital backs from Sinar and Leaf can be attached to the camera by means of the Sinar Hy6/Leaf AFi interface. Sinar´s unique revolving adapter allows changing the image orientation without removing the Sinarback from the camera, granting a safe and dust-free operation...
Fujifilm unveils new cases for the Z-series cameras
Fujifilm introduces three new camera cases that are specially designed for the Z-Series digital cameras. The TRE is made of black nylon and comes with color-coordinated snap-on wrist straps, in black, pink, or blue. The BULLET is a black nylon shell that has a silver reflective trim and an accent loop that completes the look. The black nylon CUBO case has Z branding on the front, and a black plastic carabineer on the back to clip onto a belt loop or purse. The cases will retail for $14.99 each and will be available in August...
Firmware ver. 1.22 for Ricoh R8 digital camera
Ricoh releases the second firmware update - version 1.22 - for the R8 digital camera. This update should improve the accuracy of white balance. The first firmware update, released a month ago, provided improved accuracy of exposure at continuous shooting with full-press. Ricoh releases its firmware with an unrivaled rate and I'm still puzzled whether this is a good or a bad thing, even more because firmware update can be a tricky process for the inexperienced user...
Nikon firmware updates for D3 and D300 dSLR
Following the launch of the new D700 dSLR, Nikon now actualizes the firmware of the two models that the new D700 inherited most of its virtues from. The D300 firmware update version1.03 is a minor update that fixes the issue that, in some rare circumstances, causes the battery indicator to blink, regardless of actual battery charge. Firmware update version 2.00 for the Nikon D3 is a major update that incorporates a number of fixes and functional improvements...
Panasonic TZ4 / TZ11 / TZ5 / TZ15 firmware
Panasonic releases firmware update vserion 1.2 for the Lumix models DMC-TZ4 and TZ5. This update should improve the auto focus performance as mentioned in some camera reviews. Update: This same update is applicable to the Lumix models DMC-TZ11 and TZ15 too...
Nikon unveils high-performance Speedlight SB-900
Nikon announces the SB-900, a high-performance Speedlight and successor to the Nikon SB-800. It provides a wide 17-200 mm auto zoom range (expanded from the 800's 24-105mm), 3 illumination patterns, a full-information LCD panel, and AF-Assist illumination compatible with new-generation AF sensors. The SB-900 has an improved booster circuit for high-speed recycle time. In addition, firmware can be uploaded via a Nikon digital SLR camera - a world's first, assuring that the SB-900 can accept technological advancements...
Nikon unveils the D700 pro digital SLR camera
Nikon introduces the D700 digital SLR, featuring an FX-format first introduced with the Nikon D3. The new D700 model incorporates an extensive array of features that boast a level of performance that is in many ways comparable to the D3. The D700 has everything it takes to satisfy a broad spectrum of professional photographic needs. The 12.1-megapixel FX-format CMOS sensor with a sensing area of 36.0 x 23.9 mm; a sensitivity range of ISO 200 to 6400; continuous shooting at up to 5 fps, and Nikon's 51-point auto focus system...
BenQ announces the new MP522 DLP projector
BenQ announced today the expansion of its DLP Series projectors with the addition MP522 projector. The MP522 features XGA resolution, 2000 ANSI lumens, Wall Color Correction, a smart user-friendly interface and super-quiet operation with noise levels of just 26/31dB (in Eco / Normal mode). Media delight is elevated via HDTV compatibility that supports for up to 1080i. The MP522 will be available in China, North America and select countries in Europe, Asia Pacific and Latin America in July...
Carl Zeiss launches 18mm super wide angle lens
Carl Zeiss expands its range of SLR lenses with the Distagon T* 3.5/18 super wide angle lens. The lens is designed with a floating lens element in the rear lens assembly, which results in impressive image quality from infinity to the closest focus range. The new lens uses the Zeiss 'color matching technology', for homogeneous color rendition across all focal lengths The lens for F-mount cameras is scheduled for delivery beginning July. For K-mount cameras the lens will be available within Q3/2008. The list price is 960,00 Euro...
Fujifilm releases S1000fd firmware version 1.03
Fujifilm releases firmware update version 1.03 for the FinePix S1000fd digital camera. This update provides following improvements: 1) The brightness of the captured images when "EVF/LCD mode" is set to "60fps" is darker than that set to "30fps". 2) Some words in some languages which have spelling errors, are displayed on the EVF/LCD screen. This has been corrected...
Ricoh unveils 12 megapixel GX200 digital camera
Ricoh releases the 12 Megapixel GX200, successor to the compact digital camera introduced in April last year. The GX200 inherits popular features such as a 24 to 72 mm high-performance wide-angle optical zoom lens on a 25 mm thin body, and a removable tilting electronic viewfinder. The GX200 achieves increased resolution via its 12 megapixel CCD and noise reduction via its new image processing engine. The GX200 will be available in July for 499.99 euro, the model with electronic viewfinder included for 599.99 euro...
Motorola launches Motozine ZN5 camera phone
Motorola launches the Motozine ZN5 mobile phone, combining a phone and high-quality camera experience. The new ZN5 is the first mobile phone to combine Motorola's ModeShift Technology and Kodak's imaging technology. To launch the camera, simply slide open the Kodak lens cover to transform the phone into a 5 megapixel camera with auto-focus, a Xenon flash, 4GB of optional external memory and optimized settings for low-light environments. The ZN5 will be available in China in July and worldwide during the rest of the year....
Casio releases EX-Z9 firmware update ver. 1.02
Casio releases firmware update version 1.02 for the Exilim EX-Z9 digital camera. This new firmware update offers the following fixes and improvements: 1. Adds the support for 16GB SDHC memory cards. 2. Fixes a problem with scrolling of a displayed image. At the same time Casio releases a firmware update to correct on-screen text in certain geographic regions (Chinese Simplified and Traditional) for the models EX-S10, EX-Z20, EX-Z60, EX-Z100 and EX-Z200...
TI shows protoype Lamp-Free DLP projector
At the InfoComm 2008, Texas Instruments has introduced the industry's first Home Theater lamp-free projector, utilizing a PhlatLight LED light source and a BrilliantColor DLP. In addition to expanded color and contrast performance, the illumination system has an incredibly long life and offers up to 30% lower power usage and, most significantly, hundreds of dollars in savings from lamp purchases. Several manufactures have plans to develop DLP lamp-free LED-based projectors with units expected to ship in late 2008...
Sanyo launches 4-LCD Optical Engine projector
Sanyo launches the LP-XP200L, featuring the world's first 4-LCD optical engine and the brightest luminance of its class at 7,000 lumens. The projector still houses the standard red, green and blue LCDs of a typical LCD projector, but a fourth LCD referred to as the "Color Control Device" is added in the optical engine. The extra LCD balances yellows and prevents colors from suffering as the image gets brighter, a problem typically associated with very bright projections. The new projectors will be available in the Japanese market in September...
Sony announces versatile HVL-F58AM flash unit
Sony expands its a alpha system of accessories with the new HVL-F58AM flash unit. This new flash features a Quick Shift Bounce system. The flash head can pivot 90 degrees left and right on a horizontal axis in addition to the conventional up and down vertical adjustment, thus the camera and flash unit can keep the same orientation regardless of portrait or landscape shooting. A powerful performer, the flash unit features a maximum guide number of 58 at 105mm and ISO 100. The HVL-F58AM will ship in September for about $500...
Optoma introduces new Pico Handheld projector
Optoma introduces world's first Pico Handheld projector, this new four-ounce portable projector fits in your hand palm and is the ideal companion to portable media devices such as iPods, PDA's, cell phones and digital cameras. Optoma's Pico Projector utilizes the latest LED technology resulting in a colorful and vivid image. The small and powerful unit is based upon DLP technology assuring the highest possible contrast. The product will be available in Europe and Asia in late 2008, with a worldwide launch in 2009...
HP breakthrough DreamColor LP2480zx display
At HP's Connecting Your World event in Berlin last week, HP introduced the world's first affordable color-critical computer display, the HP DreamColor LP2480zx. This new display generates the industry's first combination of true 30-bit color (enabling a range of 1 billion colors) in a widescreen, LED-backlit LCD at a fraction of the cost of most high-end, studio-quality LCD displays. The LP2480zx is now available at a price of 3299 dollar, a bargain for professionals when accurate color management is crucial...