Oct/090
Canon Easy-PhotoPrint: new application for iPhone and iPod Touch
Looking back at the photo applications for the iPhone, smartphone photo supplied by no means exciting, but that goes for the greatest among the young, and iPod Touch with the latest released by Canon, we’re talking about the Canon Easy-PhotoPrint.
Oct/090
The Canon 1D Mark IV will be presented on 20 October?
Many had speculated that the long-awaited digital SLR Canon 1D Mark IV could finally be made official by the end of September, the company has however denied these allegations with the facts while maintaining the absolute mystery about when, and at this point on though, will be lifted on veil the new machine before 2009.
Oct/090
Official the wide-angle lens Carl Zeiss Distagon T * 2 / 28 ZE
Carl Zeiss, a company specializing in the production of optical quality, has announced in recent days the future availability of a new wide-angle lens is the technical features of interest, we are talking about the model, identified by the initials Carl Zeiss Distagon T * 2 / 28 ZE.
Oct/090
Casio Exilim EX-P600: Preview
The Casio Exilim EX-P600 is a digital camera with a strong personality. Compact, but not those ultra pocket. It has a design and a gritty display from well 2 "(115.200 pixels), is comfortable shooting in both the play-back mode. The metallic body machine is enclosed in a metal shell (stainless steel) with a special silver finish due to a process called Casio EX Fine Blast Treatment. The Casio EX-P600 has dimensions comparable to those of the Sony DSC-V1 (v 98×68x45 mm 99×65x57 mm). The weight is 225 grams (298 grams are for the Sony). In wealthy family Exilim "The EX-P600 is the top of the range, a semi professional digital camera sold at an attractive price with a CCD size 1 / 8" 6-megapixel (2816×2112 pixels). The camera mounts for Canon Canon Zoom Manufacturing Zoom 4x optical zoom.
Oct/090
Canon 300D, Nikon D70: Comparison of digital SLR
Similar resolution, dimensions, price: then a true l 'other? SLRs "cheap " Canon 300D and Nikon D70 under the lens 's glass to see who the check mark … The first to hit the market was the Canon EOS 300D. The first to collect l 'echo of the press, the buzz among fans, smiles among retailers eager to finally offer its customers a digital SLR at an affordable price, if not all, to many. The Nikon D70 is just arrived but is already the talk of the fans. Not only does it compete with rival 6-megapixel Canon, but it puts fans into serious difficulties when they are choosing between one of 5 brand new digital compact camera (see comparison Canon Pro1 – Minolta A2 – Nikon 8700 – Olympus C-8080 – Sony 828) and two 8-megapixel SLR economic "churned out by Canon and Nikon.
Oct/090
Canon Powershot Pro1: Preview
(See also Comparison of compact 8-megapixel Canon pro1Uno limits for a professional, in 'use of the Canon G5 was the maximum print size allowed by the 5-megapixel CCD: 21.95×18, 96 cm. With a print resolution of 300 dpi – dots per inch – is typical of the magazines. The 8-megapixel CCD of Canon PowerShot Pro1 does much more, arriving at a print size of nearly l 'A4 (21×29, 7 cm) which is the "full page . But it 's only the resolution for the Canon Powershot Pro1. Canon has mounted on the "small " a zooming magnification optical (ie real, not digital) 7x.
Oct/090
Comparison: Canon Pro1, Minolta A2, Nikon 8700, Olympus C-8080, Sony 828
Alternative to professional digital SLR to the latest super compact compensate for the lack of interchangeable lenses with easy handling, high resolution (8 megapixels) and zoom functions pro increasingly interesting. Put it in comparison … Canon Pro1, Minolta A2, Nikon 8700, Olympus C-8080, Sony 828: are now well 5 to 8 megapixel digital cameras on the market, five compact, for resolution and features, they may gorge thousands of fans and even many professional photographers. Having a CCD (sensor) 8 megapixels means being able to deliver photos to the magazines printed in a format just under A4 (21×29, 7 cm.) At 300 dpi (dots an inch). Well, photos are suitable for "full page" professional. For Prints "housewives" with an inkjet printer, the 8-megapixel digital sensor is sufficient for the A3 (29,7 x42 cm). The resolution, however, not all. We try to pull the four cameras and compare features point by point.
Oct/090
Minolta Dimage A2: 8 megapixels and stabilizer
The Minolta A2 also has the electronic stabilizer d 'image (works on the CCD and not on the ' target), a 7x zoom and an autofocus system, 3D. Also see Comparing Canon Pro1 digital compact camera – Minolta A2 – Nikon 8700 — Olympus C-8080 – Sony Press Release 828 Minolta Digital Camera The Second Generation Super Fine EVF viewfinder with Konica Minolta DiMAGE A1 together with the previous model of an Anti-Shake function (damping), which used an innovative mechanism to move the CCD, as well to incorporate a CCD 5. 3-megapixel, 7x optical zoom, autofocus with a 3D (three dimensional). In February 2004, in response to requests for a higher resolution, Konica Minolta is proud to present an SLR type digital camera: DiMAGE A2, a camera that inherits the quality and performance of the DiMAGE A1. CCD 8 MP DiMAGE A2 incorporates a CCD High Quality 8-mega-pixel CCD and an electronic viewfinder (EVF) 4 times more powerful than the previous model to obtain images at the click is very clear that in the vision. DiMAGE A2 has an 8-megapixel CCD progressive actual primary colors such as 2 / 3 "high resolution, reproducing with great fidelity even the smallest detail. Aim 's goal GT Konica Minolta provides the light to come the CCD with the utmost fidelity.'s technology CxProcess ™ II image processing ensures that colors are reproduced exactly as you see them. The electronic viewfinder (EVF) Super Finish is sharp and clear through high-density display composed of pixels 922.000 – , 4 times the previous model. L 'EVF has also evolved to make digital photography more enjoyable. Focusing precision incredibly simple, you can see down to the smallest detail with highly realistic colors. Stabilizer to switch to "Smooth ", the viewfinder moves to a "frame rate " of 60 fps for keep in focus the moving subjects. DiMAGE A2 features Anti-Shake function, one of the major strengths of the DiMAGE A1. Also this camera incorporates CCD-shift mechanism to minimize l 'ef-fect of vibration up to three shutter speeds. The Anti-Shake Konica Minolta is an extremely effective way to capture high resolution images at low ISO without a tripod tele focal lengths and with little light, easy even for a beginner. Autofocus 3D L 'Konica Minolta's 3D AF follows seamlessly moving subjects keeping in focus for capturing clear images and high quality, even when the subject comes to meet you along the axes X, Y, and Z 's shot. Lightly press the shutter button, you start l 'AF 3D Predictive Focus Control, which is able to foresee exactly where you will find the subject at the time of the shot and adjust focus accordingly. The Speed 's FA is superior to any other in its class type digital SLR camera with lens is not interchangeable 5x or greater optical zoom *. * On December 1, 2003 DiMAGE A2 is also capable of recording high quality video at 544 x 408 pixels with audio at 30 fps, an optimal resolution to be viewed on a TV screen. Video accompanying software will transform you into real filmmakers.
Oct/090
Canon EOS-1D Mark II
After Sony (DSC 828) and Nikon (E8700), Canon also offers a machine based on an 8-megapixel sensor. He does reiterated their Eos lD (SLR professional features recently surpassed by Eos LDS) version totally renewed. Resolution aside, the Canon EOS 1D Mark II affects the ability of the buffer to record sequences of heavy RAW files. Features (Canon Italy) The EOS 1D Mark II is l 'latest innovations in digital SLR photography and is the undisputed choice for professionals who are looking for high speed resolution. A 8.2-megapixel sensor and a speed of 8.5 frames per second are the hallmarks of this professional camera, with a strong body and a rich variety of important functions. A concentration of power The amazing speed of the EOS – 1D Mark II is the result of three perfectly balanced and integrated technologies: a DIGIC II Canon's second generation, a new CMOS sensor and an innovative system buffer. These technologies work together to help you get a shutter speed of approximately 8.5 frames per second in a burst of 40 shots in JPEG format, or 20 shots in RAW mode. Super CMOS sensor The new CMOS image sensor APS – H mounted on the Canon EOS-1D Mark II provides a 1.3x magnification greater than the 35mm format. The built-in low pass filter removes false colors and moiré. The wide sensitivity range of ISO 100-1600 can be further extended by selecting L (ISO 50) and high (3200 ISO). EOS-1D Mark II – Maximum reliability Shutter durability has been improved by 33% to 200,000 cycles. Mode 'Back up', designed for more difficult shooting situations, allows simultaneous recording on CF and SD memory cards. When a card is full, you can cancel the mode and select Back up to record shots on the card still free. With the mode 'individual record', the images are recorded on the CF card or SD (based on user selection). E 'can also save the configuration of the camera on board: a valuable feature for professionals who need to transfer their favorite shooting settings on the equipment rented or borrowed. Measurement and Flash The EOS-1D Mark II has system autoflash E-TTL (Evaluative Through-The-Lens), which allows the reading is assessed both media. A new registration algorithm allows to obtain a more stable, helping to maintain the correct exposure even with moving subjects. The shutter speed ranges from 1 / 8000 to 30 seconds with a minimum interval of 40 ms and noise reduction. Complete control You can control the proper focus and composition of your images on the LCD screen 230,000 pixels, while the zoom 10x-15 levels magnifies the details. Color spaces sRGB and Adobe RGB are both supported. The audit includes the white balance bracketing (3 images per unit) and / – 9 levels of compensation for blue / amber and magenta / green. Interfaces include a video output (for simultaneous display in both NTSC and PAL), and IEEE1394 (Firewire) and USB.
Oct/090
Canon: November 26 will be held in Milan in 2009 Photo
Canon announced that on 26 November (until the 29th of that month) will open its doors in Milan (at the International Center of Photography Form) "Photography 2009" event, now in its third year now, organized by the same company and completely dedicated the world of photography and that of the video. Given the success achieved in previous years (in the last edition of the visitors were more than 7 thousand), the company has therefore decided to repeat this interesting initiative aimed at all photographers, from amateurs to professionals, to enable them to catch up on latest industry trends and technical innovations introduced last year. Therefore, they will set up a special booth in which these can touch and test all new products presented by Canon recently. Not only that, they will also set up round tables and debates on the hottest issues with the participation of some of the most prominent personalities in the photographic. There will also free seminars to learn new photographic techniques and workshops to supplement the shooting of processing, printing and video. Finally, there will also be able to view your portfolio to well-known critics in order to obtain an opinion or any suggestions for improvement. Participation at the event is free.