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Fujifilm has added the new FinePix Z200fd to its ultra-compact Z-series of fashionista cameras offering 10 megapixels, an advanced Fujinon 5x zoom lens and a scratch-resistant 2.7-inch display. The new Z200fd also features dual image stabilization and face detection which now works in tandem with an automatic red-eye removal function, plus sensitivity settings up to …
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Okay, sports photojournalists, you were covering last week’s Cotto-Margarito boxing headliner, and you were shooting in burst mode at ringside to capture all those punches that the underdog Margarito had to endure. But when it came time for Margo to deliver the knockout counter-blow to send the undefeated Cotto kneeling on the canvas, your Nikon …
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Kodak is reporting a slight increase in sales in the second quarter of 2008, from $2.46 billion in Q2 2007 to $2.48 billion, and that’s true; they’re happy about it. But you know what? Their net income for the same period dropped 14 percent to $495 million, which translates to $1.62 per share, down from …
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Adobe has updated its online Photoshop Express service by adding a number of new features to improve user experience. The new features include: • A new Photoshop Express Uploader that enables seamless photo uploading from the desktop of any Internet-connected computer. • Adobe AIR technology bridges the real-time, dynamic capabilities of the Web with the …
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The latest version of the scanning software VueScan, which was previously available only in English, now supports 24 languages. Hamrick Software says VueScan 8.4.79 is now available in Standard ($40) and Professional ($80) editions. “More than half of our customers are outside the United States, so we’ve committed to making VueScan work with 95 percent …
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Peartree has announced the availability of the Leaf AFi 10 medium format camera system featuring its True Wide Frame (TWF) 56×36 mm, 56 megapixel digital imaging sensor. Together with the new Leaf ‘Verto’ technology, the TWF sensor can be rotated internally, giving you the control and flexibility to shoot the way you want to. The …
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Bibble Pro Version 4.10.1 is now available from the download section of Bibble Labs, adding support for the new Nikon D700 full frame DSLR and several new lenses. It also addresses a compatibility issue with upgraded firmware on the Pentax K20D. It is a free upgrade for users of this workflow software. At the same …
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Hoodman has introduced an optically clear LCD cover for the Nikon D3 which snaps into place using the mounting points already built into the camera. The company says the Hoodman D-3 HoodCap has a scratch resistant optical coating to protect not only the D3’s LCD screen but also keeps the cover crystal clear. The D-3 …
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Tamron has a new lens, the AF18-270mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF) MACRO, touting 15x zoom equivalent to 28-419mm when used with APS-C sized image sensors. The VC designation stands for Vibration Compensation, Tamron’s version of image stabilization. Di (Digitally integrated) II lenses employ optical systems designed for exclusive use on digital SLR …
Fantasea Line has announced a new underwater housing specifically designed for the Canon PowerShot SD770 IS / IXUS 85 IS and SD1100 IS / IXUS 80 IS digital cameras. The FSD-770 housing, depth rated to 60 meters/200 feet, provides full access to all camera functions. Fantasea said its new compact housing design and improved construction …
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