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An apparent flaw involving Sony CCD sensors has caused several major camera manufacturers to announce CCD advisories. The CCDs are found in many models of cameras from Canon, Fujifilm, Sony, Nikon, Konica, Minolta and Ricoh. The CCDs used epoxy packaging that eventually allows moisture in, damaging the sensor. The effects of the malfunction are blurry …
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We are very pleased to announce a new feature for StudioLighting.net called “LightSource”. LightSource is our official lighting and photography podcast designed to introduce photographers to portrait and studio lighting techniques and equipment. StudioLighting.net publisher Bill Crawford and exclusive IStockPhoto.com photographer and inspector Ed Hidden will be covering industry news, providing photography tips, discussing lighting …
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Adobe announced version 3.2 of its Camera Raw plug-in for Photoshop CS2. This update adds support for 13 digital cameras and digital backs RAW image formats. Photoshop CS2 users can download this plug-in for free from Adobe.com. Below is a list of newly supported cameras: * Nikon D2Hs * Nikon D70s * Nikon D50 * …
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From the press release: Adobe Photoshop Elements 4.0, a new version of Adobe’s No. 1 selling consumer photo editing software, adds powerful and intuitive ways to organize, edit and share photos. Adobe Photoshop Elements 4.0 delivers more editing power with the new Magic Selection Brush that allows consumers to select specific parts of photos for …
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Microsoft has released a free photo sharing application for Windows users called Codename MAX. “Max lets you make lists of your photos and turn them into beautiful slide shows to share with your family and friends” The application helps you store and archive your photos, share them online as well as generate slideshows. Visit Microsoft …
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Sinar Bron Imaging Announces Two New Ringflash Lamps to work with their Para line of light modifiers. The first ringflash in the industry to have a modeling light, the new Broncolor Ringflash P features a matching holder which allows the lamp to swivel. In comparison to a large area lamp, the light stays constantly brilliant …
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THE pod INDUSTRIES, creators of the breakthrough podâ„¢ camera platform has teamed up with Bogen Imaging in order to distribute THE pod products in the U.S. THE pod is a camera base platform that can be taken anywhere and setup on any surface. THE pod is small enough for your hand, but can support a …
Today Canon announced a new line up of powershot cameras which includes some great upgrades and features for an already impressive line of cameras. The powershot SD 450 and SD 550 both get upgrades to the lcd size and the addition of a lithium ion battery. Of even more interest is the confirmation of rumors …
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There’s been some hot talk about a new pro DSLR from Canon. Though most consider this a rumor, it has started from a sighting of a Canon information sheet found online…
IMS has announced a product called StikCap which will help eliminate dust from camera lenses and bodies. Made of a micro-weave fabric which attaches to the inside of your lens cap, the StikCap draws dust and captures it before it hits the lens element or body. This is a terrific defensive approach for traveling photographers …
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