DxO Optics Pro Supports Canon 400D & Nikon D80

DxO Optics Pro v4 has been updated to include support for the new Canon Rebel XTi (EOS 400D) Nikon D80 digital SLR cameras. DxO Optics Pro v4 is the award-winning digital image correction software for optics, geometry, noise, exposure and color. The software takes into account the brand and model of the camera used in …

Moixa USB Cell Batteries: They Really Work

Remember those Moixa USB rechargeable batteries we told you about? Well, folks at TrustedReviews got hold of some of them and put them to a test. The verdict: pretty good; the USB batteries did exceptionally well, taking 500 pictures compared with just a few photos taken with a set of Duracell alkaline batteries. The downside: …

Nikon Offers Triple Rebates

Not to be outdone by Canon’s Mail-In Rebates, Nikon has announced its own “Select & Save” Triple Rebate promotion that runs from now until January 28, 2007. For example, a selection of 15 Nikkor lenses – the TC-17E II AF-S Teleconverter, the popular SB-800 Speedlight and both Nikon Wireless Close-up Speedlight Systems – are being …

Practical Color Management by Eddie Tapp

“Practical Color Management” is a book that focuses on understanding the use of color in digital image editing. The 150-page workbook comes with clear illustrations to explain the concept of color management. The book teaches the reader how to apply consistent color management theory, establish a color management-friendly workflow, choose color spaces and to calibrate …

Buffalo DriveStation USB/Firewire Combo Drives

Buffalo Tech of Austin Texas has expanded its line of DriveStation USB 2.0 hard drives. They now also offer the the DriveStation Combo USB 2.0 / FireWire External hard drive in capacities ranging from 250GB to 750GB. Buffalo said the new DriveStation Combo is easy to install and use. It connects to any device with …

Pulitzer Winner Todd Heisler Joining New York Times

Multi-awarded photojournalist Todd Heisler is joining the photo staff of the New York Times starting in December. Heisler is the Colorado-based Rocky Mountain News photographer who won the coveted 2006 Pulitzer Prize for his “Final Salute” photo essay. His profile has risen considerably in the past year, as the “Final Salute” project attracted international acclaim. …

Review: Pentax K100D True Value for Money

Camera reviewers at LetsGoDigital have examined the Pentax K100D digital SLR camera and posted the following observations: The Pentax K100D is an exceptionally complete camera that offers true value for money. Its design is a little bit boring, but look out for the Function button; it’s a great tool in combination with the large 2.5” …

Alien Bees releases Radio Flash Trigger system for $80

Alien Bees is at it again – as more proof that they listen to what photographers want and find ways to manufacture them for the masses they’ve released the Alien Bees radio flash trigger. The wireless radio trigger system sports 8 channels of radio transmission for a range 80 to 150 feet. The transmitter takes …

Product Review: Photoflex First Studio Portrait Kit

Introduction The question we get asked most often here at StudioLighting.net is “What should I buy that will help me get started in lighting”? Though the response to this question depends somewhat on the specific type of photography, there are several to learn the principles of studio lighting without breaking the bank. One of the …