-- Top News Stories -- Please see our Photokina 2004 page for newly announced cameras Adobe Digital Negative Specification Adobe Photoshop Elements 3.0 Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II Pro SLR Canon EOS 20D SLR Canon PIXMA Photo Printers Canon Powershot G6 Canon Powershot SD20 Canon Powershot SD200 and SD300 Canon S1 IS firmware update Canon Selphy 4x6" Photo Printer Creo Leaf Aptus Digital Back Delkin BurnAway Portable CD-R Drive Epson Stylus CX6600 All-In-One Epson Stylus Photo R320 Fujifilm Finepix 810 Zoom Kodak Pro 1400 8x12" Digital Printer Konica Minolta DiMAGE A200 Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D SLR Lexar Media Photokina 2004 Announcements Nikon Coolpix 4800 Nikon Coolpix 8400 Nikon Coolpix 8800 Nikon D2X Pro SLR Olympus 1GB xD-Picture Card Olympus Super-Compact AZ-2 Zoom Olympus C-7000 Zoom Olympus D-535 Zoom Olympus D-590 Zoom Olympus EVOLT E-300 SLR Olympus Stylus Verve Pentax *ist DS SLR Pentax Optio MX4 Pentax Optio SV SanDisk Introduces Extreme III Cards SanDisk Quadruples Ultra II Card Capacities Sony 4-Megapixel DSC-L1 Sony 5-Megapixel DSC-M1 Sony 5-Megapixel DSC-T3 Sony 7-Megapixel DSC-V3 Tamron 11-18mm Ultra Wide angle Zoom Ulead PhotoImpact v10.0 August 2004 News Index July 2004 News Index June 2004 News Index Steve's "Best Cameras" List Mike Chaney's Tech Corner Sunday Morning Photographer Check out our camera

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09-29-2004

DALSA’s 22-Megapixel Trueframe CCD to be used in Mamiya’s Medium-Format Digital SLR Camera Cologne, Germany, Photokina 2004, Sept 28, 2004--DALSA announced today the integration of its FTF4052C TrueFrame image sensor into the Mamiya ZD, the world’s first medium format digital SLR camera that is both fully integrated and portable. DALSA worked intimately with Mamiya, a name synonymous with excellence and innovation in professional photographic cameras and lenses, to develop this portable solution. DALSA’s 22 megapixel sensor was selected for its uncompromising performance, unmatched output speed, high dynamic range, excellent highlight handling and low power consumption. Read the DALSA press release

09-29-2004

SanDisk Leapfrogs Competition -- Quadruples Top Capacity of Its High-Speed Ultra II Flash Memory Cards COLOGNE, Germany--Sept. 29, 2004-- SanDisk Corporation (Nasdaq:SNDK) announced today that is has quadrupled the capacity of its high-speed SanDisk Ultra II line of flash memory cards that includes the development of a new 8GB CompactFlash Type I card. The top end SanDisk Ultra II Memory Stick PRO and SD cards now boast 4GB and 2GB of capacity respectively. The announcement was made at the Photokina trade show where SanDisk is demonstrating products in Hall 1.2, aisle A, Booth 059. Read the Sandisk press release

09-29-2004

SanDisk Introduces Extreme III, World's Fastest, Highest Performing Flash Memory Card COLOGNE, Germany--Sept. 29, 2004-- SanDisk Corporation (Nasdaq:SNDK) today introduced the world's fastest flash memory cards -- the SanDisk Extreme III line of CompactFlash, SD and Memory Stick PRO digital film cards. The CompactFlash and SD cards have minimum write and read speeds of 20 megabytes per second (MB/sec.). Memory Stick PRO has minimum write and read speeds of 18 MB/sec. The SanDisk Extreme III cards, which range in capacity between one and four gigabytes (GB), have essentially double the performance speeds of SanDisk's predecessor Extreme product line which currently has the fastest working cards in many of today's leading digital single lens reflex (SLR) cameras. Read the Sandisk press release

09-29-2004

SanDisk Introduces Three New Memory Card Readers COLOGNE, Germany-Sept. 29, 2004-- SanDisk Corporation (Nasdaq:SNDK) today introduced three high-speed card readers, the SanDisk ImageMate 12-in-1, ImageMate 5-in-1 and ImageMate CompactFlash (CF) readers. Ideal for owners of digital cameras and other consumer electronics devices, each new reader includes a one-step transfer button and software for the PC to simplify the most common tasks that people want to do with their photos -- transfer them to the hard drive, rename files and email them. The ImageMate readers are designed to quickly transfer pictures, digital video, music or any type of data to a computer via a high-speed USB 2.0 port. Read the Sandisk press release

09-29-2004

Tamron Introduces New 11-18mm High Performance Zoom for APS-C Digital SLR Cameras Photokina, Cologne, Germany, September 28, 2004 - Mr. Morio Ono, President of Tamron Co., Ltd., announced the successful development of the SP AF11-18mm F/4.5-5.6 Di-II LD Aspherical (IF) (Model A13), a new high performance ultra wideangle zoom lens designed exclusively for digital SLR cameras using APS-C size image sensors. The new SP AF11-18mm F/4.5-5.6 Di-II LD Aspherical (IF), an ultra wideangle zoom lens, is Tamron's first lens designed for exclusive use with digital SLR cameras using APS-C size image sensors. The lens provides reliable performance in a compact size to meet the needs of digital SLR camera users pursuing creativity in wideangle photography. The lens uses a new optical system specially designed for digital SLR cameras, in addition to the use of a glass-molded aspherical element having a large clear aperture, hybrid aspherical elements, and elements using such special glass materials as high index/high dispersion glass and low dispersion optical glass, for outstanding optical performance. Read the Tamron press release

09-29-2004

Epson Introduces New EasyPrint -- First Software Utility to Simplify Printing from Popular Photo Applications LONG BEACH, Calif.--Sept. 28, 2004-- Epson is making it easier and faster for both consumers and pros to print from software applications directly to Epson printers with the introduction of Epson EasyPrint. With Epson EasyPrint the most important print settings of Epson printer driver software are embedded right into the application's Print screen, making it even simpler for consumers to print great looking photos quickly. Read the Epson press release

09-29-2004

Concord Camera Corp. Breaks $100 Price Barrier With New Fashionable 3 Megapixel Digital Cameras At $99 Cologne, Germany – September 27, 2004 - Concord Camera Corp. unveiled today at Photokina a new line-up of trendy low-priced 3 Megapixel digital cameras, the Concord 3346z and 3043. With the introduction of these two new models, Concord Camera is leading the way to attract new digital camera buyers who favor stylish, easy to use 3 Megapixel cameras at ultra affordable prices. Priced at $99.99, the Concord 3043 is perfect for fashion-conscious consumers of any age seeking a portable, easy-to-use and stylish digital camera. With a less than 1” slim metal housing (20mm), the 3 Megapixel/4X digital zoom digital camera makes a fashion- statement in 3 of the most-popular color choices: red, blue, and silver. Priced at around $119.99 (and promoted in select accounts during the holidays for as low as $99), the Concord 3346z is perfect for the first-time buyer. The camera features a 3.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor, 3X optical/4X digital zoom (for total 12x zoom) and is available in Champagne and Silver colors. Read the Concord press release

09-28-2004

Fuji Photo, Kodak and Konica Minolta Form Picture Archiving and Sharing Standard (PASS) Group September 27 — Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd., Eastman Kodak Company, and Konica Minolta Photo Imaging, Inc. today announced an agreement to jointly develop a set of open standards for the consumer imaging and electronics industries, aimed at the preservation of digital photos and motion images on CDs, DVDs or other media. As information storage technologies advance, the Picture Archiving and Sharing Standard (PASS) group’s intention is to enable digital file compatibility with future playback devices, preserving the satisfying ‘photo experience’ that consumers have enjoyed for decades. Read the Fuij Photo press release

09-28-2004

Concord Camera Corp. Announces New Family Of Popular Priced 5 And 4 Megapixel Digital Cameras Cologne, Germany, September 27, 2004 - Concord Camera Corp. (“Concord”) (Nasdaq:LENS), a leader in award-winning, high-quality, affordably-priced digital cameras, announced today at Photokina their new family of low-cost, full-featured 5 and 4 Megapixel digital cameras with 3X optical zoom - the Concord 5340z and Concord 4340z. The products are targeted at cost-conscious consumers who want high quality, high resolution digital cameras and a comprehensive feature-set that gives users flexibility, greater ease-of-use, and quality results at an affordable price. Read the Concord press release

09-28-2004

Lexar Media Photokina 2004 Press Releases Lexar Media passed us the following press releases in conjunction with the Photokina 2004 show that got under way today (click to read the press release): Lexar Introduces First Professional Card Readers With Innovative Stackable Design for Concurrent Downloads Lexar Offers Retailers a Flash Memory Card Line for Popular Multimedia Cell Phones and Other Portable Devices Lexar’s Multi-Card Readers Enhanced To Include Newest Digital Media Card Formats: Consumers Can Capitalize on Wide Compatibility That Now Includes Consumer-Friendly Reduced-Size MMC, Mini Secure Digital and Memory Stick Duo Lexar Revolutionizes Professional Digital Photography Workflow with New ActiveMemory System

09-27-2004

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09-27-2004

Kodak Pro Announces New 8x12" Dye Sub Printer COLOGNE, Germany, Sept 27—Eastman Kodak Company today introduced the KODAK PROFESSIONAL 1400 Digital Photo Printer, an affordable system for professional and Advanced Amateur (AdAm) photographers that delivers outstanding quality and durability of KODAK prints immediately. Whether in a studio or on location for proofing or at home for final printing and displaying, the robust desktop printer produces one 8x12, one 8x10, two 6x8, two 5x7 or four 4x6-inch photos per sheet, and the water-resistant photos last a lifetime. The KODAK PROFESSIONAL 1400 Digital Photo Printer carries a suggested U.S. list price of $499. It will be available in October from authorized dealers of KODAK PROFESSIONAL Thermal Printer products. Read the Kodak Professional press release

09-27-2004

Kodak Announces EasyShare Printer Dock Plus COLOGNE, Germany, Sept 27—Building on its highly successful line of EASYSHARE printer docks, Eastman Kodak Company today unveiled the KODAK EASYSHARE Printer Dock Plus. The new model (US$199.99 MSRP; available beginning this month) quickly and effortlessly makes real KODAK 4x6-inch pictures from nearly any digital source. People can wirelessly transmit pictures from their mobile phone cameras to the Printer Dock Plus, which also prints directly from digital cameras and memory cards—all without the need for a computer. Read the Kodak press release

09-27-2004

Kodak and Leading Camera Manufacturers Announce IMAGELINK Print System to Simplify At-Home Picture Printing COLOGNE, Germany, Sept 27—A group of the world’s largest consumer digital photography companies today unveiled the IMAGELINK print system, a new specification designed to simplify at-home picture printing. Millions of consumer digital cameras from Eastman Kodak Company, Konica Minolta Photo Imaging, Inc., Nikon Corporation, Olympus Corporation, Pentax Corporation, Ricoh Co., Ltd. and Sanyo Electric Co., Ltd. will provide effortless, one-touch picture printing from snapshot printers that incorporate the IMAGELINK print system, including new KODAK EASYSHARE printer docks. Read the Kodak press release

09-27-2004

Ulead Introduces New Version of PhotoImpact Image Editing Software Torrance, CA -- Sept 27, 2004 -- Ulead Systems, Inc., a 15-year, industry-leader in digital media software development, announces Ulead PhotoImpact 10, the newest version of PhotoImpact, Ulead's flagship PC image editing software. PhotoImpact 10 continues to be the most comprehensive software product under $100 for digital photography, graphic design and Web graphic/page creation. This latest version offers new tools and layouts to make it easier for novices and casual users to navigate the rich feature set within PhotoImpact, while still providing imaging aficionados with sophisticated creative design tools and effects for professional results. Over the years PhotoImpact has garnered notable reviews and awards in a variety of publications including BusinessWeek, CNET, Entrepreneur, PCPhoto, and Technology & Learning. Click here for more info about PhotoImpact v10.0

09-27-2004

Olympus Introduces New 8-Megapixel EVOLT E-300 "Consumer" Digital SLR Melville, New York, Sept 27, 2004 – The Olympus EVOLT E-300 Digital SLR is the first 100% “digital-from-the-ground-up” consumer SLR system with interchangeable digital specific lenses. Incorporating a newly design compact body featuring the Dust Reduction system pioneered on the E-1 SLR body, the EVOLT delivers the versatility, durability and reliable performance of an SLR that isn’t just for the pros – now it’s for photographers of all skill levels at a price they can afford. The EVOLT looks like no other digital SLR because it's not bound by the conventions of traditional SLR film camera designs. The EVOLT has a radical new body shape that reduces height by eliminating the bulky pentaprism found on traditional SLR cameras. In place of the pentaprism the EVOLT incorporates the exclusive Olympus TTL Optical Porro Finder coupled with an exclusive side swing mirror box, that gives the camera its unique “flat-top” appearance and makes it more compact for greater portability. The EVOLT E-300 features an 8-megapixel, high-performance, Full Frame Transfer KODAK KAF-8300CE CCD that delivers improved dynamic range, low system noise to capture fine image details in the highlight and shadow areas, as well as excellent color fidelity for brilliant colors. View your images on the 1.8-inch HyperCrystal LCD monitor with 134,000 pixels offers three times the contrast of conventional LCD monitors and features a wide, 160° viewing angle. The EVOLT outfit includes a compact, Zuiko Digital 14 – 45mm f3.5 – f5.6 zoom lens (equivalent to 28mm – 90mm in 35mm photography), pricing and availability will be announced this week at Photokina - and will be posted here when we know what it is. Read the Olympus E-300 press release Olympus Announces Two Zuiko E-System Zoom Lenses Melville, New York, Sept 27, 2004 – Olympus America Inc. today enhanced the E-System, the world’s first 100% all-digital interchangeable lens SLR system, with the introduction of two new Zuiko Digital Specific Lenses: the 14-45mm f3.5-5.6 and 40-150mm f3.5-4.5 Digital Zoom Interchangeable Lenses. These new consumer lenses will further expand the power of the E-System by delivering higher resolutions and superior image quality for consumers who appreciate versatility and affordability. Read the Olympus 14-45mm/40-150mm press release Olympus Announces Zuiko 7-14mm Ultra-Wide Zoom Melville, New York, Sept 27, 2004 -- Olympus America Inc. today introduced the new Zuiko ED 7-14mm f4.0 zoom lens, part of its growing family of interchangeable lenses for the Olympus E-System. This latest addition is an ultra-wide angle zoom lens that offers a wide focal length of 7mm (14mm equivalent in 35mm photography) in a 2x optical zoom for professional photographers. The Zuiko Digital ED 7-14mm f4.0 follows the Zuiko Digital 11-22mm f2.8-3.5 already on the market and adds an even wider zoom to the Zuiko Digital Specific™ Lens Family. As with all lens components of the E-System, the 7-14mm lens is built on the new Four Thirds System standard. Read the Olympus 7-14mm press release Olympus Announces New FL-36 Flash Melville, New York, Sept 27, 2004 – Olympus America Inc. today introduced the FL-36 Electronic Flash, an external flash unit that joins the existing members of the Olympus electronic flash family. Designed specifically for use with digital cameras, the FL-36 rounds out the comprehensive lineup of “designed for digital” accessories for the E-System Digital SLR cameras and other prosumer models from Olympus. The FL-36 flash offers the robust and full-featured functionality of the larger FL-50 combined with cost effectiveness. Read the Olympus FL36 press release

09-27-2004

Olympus Introduces Super-Compact AZ-2 Zoom Melville, New York, Sept 27, 2004 – Olympus is proud to announce a new digital camera that puts the needs of the user first and alters the very way we take and view images. With the AZ-2 Zoom, Olympus has designed a 4.0-megapixel, 2.8x optical zoom digital camera that’s light and compact enough to slip comfortably in a pocket and take anywhere. Its world-class Olympus optics, matched with a powerful CCD image sensor and TruePic TURBO™ Image Processor, produce images of unparalleled color, fidelity and sharpness with blazing speed. The AZ-2 Zoom will be available in October 2004 for an estimated street price of $349.99 Read the Olympus press release

09-27-2004

Olympus Introduces the Entry-Level D-590 Zoom Melville, New York, Sept 27, 2004 – Anyone new to digital photography who desires the ease of use of an entry level camera, as well as the ability to have more control over their digital experience, will find both and a whole lot more in the 4.0-megapixel D-590 Zoom from Olympus. The D-590 Zoom is packed with advanced features not usually found in an affordable easy-to-use point-and-shoot model: an enhanced 1.8-inch LCD display, rechargeable Li-Ion battery with charger, 10 selectable shooting modes (including movie mode with audio), TruePic TURBO™ (a super-charged image processor), or PictBridge enabled printing, this camera is designed to put beginners well on their way toward total digital bliss. The D-590 Zoom will be available in October 2004 for an estimated street price of $299.99 Read the Olympus press release

09-27-2004

Olympus Announces 1GB Capacity xD-Picture Card Melville, New York, September 27, 2004 – Olympus America Inc. today announced the development of a One Gigabyte xD-Picture Card. As one of the world’s smallest storage media for digital cameras and digital voice recorders, the xD-Picture Card is now capable of holding an entire gigabyte of digital images, data, audio and video. As a result, this ultra-compact card allows photographers to capture a greater number of photographic scenes and subjects, and at higher resolution settings, before the card is full and images must be downloaded or the card changed. Read the Olympus press release

09-27-2004

Adobe Unifies Raw Photo Formats with Introduction of Digital Negative Specification SAN JOSE, Calif. — Sept. 27, 2004 — Adobe Systems Incorporated (Nasdaq:ADBE) today introduced the Digital Negative Specification, a new unified public format for raw digital camera files. The company also launched a free software tool, Adobe DNG Converter, which translates many of today's popular raw photo formats into the new .DNG file format, compliant with the Digital Negative Specification. Read more about Adobe's DNG format

09-24-2004

Brightec Photo-Quality Glow-In-The-Dark Paper Now Available To Consumers SOUTH NATICK, Mass.-- Brightec Inc., creator of the world's first photo-quality glow-in-the-dark paper, today announced that Brightec inkjet photo paper is now available for direct purchase by U.S. consumers at www.brightec.com. Consumer packs of Brightec 4" x 6" photo paper are available at a price of $9.95 for ten sheets, plus shipping and handling and any applicable taxes. Brightec's patented photo paper is compatible with all popular inkjet printers and ideal for printing high-quality pictures that appear normal in conventional light but light up with full photographic detail in low light or darkness. Brightec dramatically outshines typical glow-in-the-dark products. Read the Brightec press release

09-24-2004

DIWA Announces Gold and Silver Awards to Nikon 24. September, 2004: DIWA (Digital Imaging Websites Association), a world-wide organisation of collaborating digital imaging websites, today announced that two Nikon digital cameras have been awarded for outstanding test results. On all accounts, the Nikon D70 satisfied the DIWA testing experts, who honoured its overall performance with a DIWA Gold medal in the category of digital system cameras. Also another high-quality Nikon digital camera, the compact megazoom model COOLPIX 8700, has passed the rigorous DIWA tests with excellent results, qualifying for a DIWA Silver medal. Read the DIWA Nikon press release

09-23-2004

Fujifilm Announces New FinePix F810 Zoom VALHALLA, NY, September 23, 2004 -- For consumers who enjoy viewing their digital still images or movie clips on widescreen TVs or monitors, Fuji Photo Film U.S.A., Inc. announces the FinePix F810. Featuring the same high quality Super CCD HR sensor, new image processor and 4x zoom lens found in the recently introduced FinePix E550, the new F810 provides the additional versatility of shooting in either standard (4:3) or widescreen (16:9) formats. The FinePix F810 offers 6.3 million effective pixels and can capture up to 4048 x 3040 recorded pixels (12.3 million) in standard mode or 3968 x 2232 recorded pixels (8.9 million) in widescreen mode. The sensor offers expanded sensitivity, from ISO 80 for superb image quality to ISO 200 and 400 for high performance and ultra-high ISO 800 (at 3MP mode or less) for low light or fast action photography. The FinePix F810 will be available in October 2004 in photo specialty stores at a MSRP of $599. Read the Fujifilm press release

09-23-2004

SMaL Camera Technologies Enables Ultra-Thin and Affordable Digital Camera by RadioShack Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA (September 23, 2004) - SMaL Camera Technologies, a developer of digital imaging solutions and the enabler of award-winning super-thin digital cameras, announced today that it has enabled the FlatFoto™ digital camera from RadioShack (NYSE:RSH). The 1.3-megapixel FlatFoto™ is the second in RadioShack’s series of thin, stylish, easy to use cameras based on SMaL designs. It is available today in nearly 7,000 RadioShack stores and at www.radioshack.com at a suggested retail price of $69.99. Read the SMaL Camera press release

09-22-2004

Recently Posted Reviews With all the work that we do leading up to a major photo show I might forget to put the "new reviews posted" announcements here as frequently as I usually do. Be sure to check the current list of new camera reviews at the top of the Breaking News page, next to the Photo of the Day thumbnail. This list is ordered by date, the newest reviews are always at the top. Here's a quick list: HP Photosmart 375 printer Fujifilm FinePix E550 Nikon Coolpix 8800 Nikon Coolpix 8400 Nikon Coolpix 4800 Fujifilm FinePix E510 And many more in the works such as Fujifilm S3100 and S5100, Kodak DX7590, Casio EX-S100 and EX-Z55, Panasonic FZ3 and HP Photosmart 8450 printer. And of course we expect a nonstop flood of all the newly announced cameras between now and the holiday season. Never a dull moment in the digital camera world so be sure to check the Breaking News page and our Photokina 2004 page frequently.

09-22-2004

Fujifilm Announces Three New Inkjet Photo Papers VALHALLA, NY, September 22, 2004 -- Fuji Photo Film U.S.A., Inc. has expanded its line of inkjet photo paper. With the addition of Gallery Select and Family photo paper along side the acclaimed Premium Plus product, Fujifilm now has a broad home printing solution that works with all inkjet printers, delivering smooth, glossy prints with crisp detail, contrast and definition. Gallery Select provides long-lasting, professional quality photos ideal for special occasions and framing. The high quality, Premium Plus photo paper makes brilliant prints for photo albums. And the affordable, instantly dry Family photo paper is ideal for home, office and school projects. Read the Fujifilm press release

09-22-2004

DIWA Announces Gold and Silver Awards to Sony and Gold Award to Konica Minolta 22. September 2004: The DIWA organisation of collaborating worldwide websites (Digital Imaging Websites Association) today announced that Sony Inc. has been awarded Gold and Silver medals for two of their excellent digital cameras. The DIWA test experts honoured the Cyber-shot DSC-F828 with gold, accompanied by the Cyber-shot DSC-V1, which qualified for a silver medal. The awards are the results of comprehensive, independent reviews of different samples, made by a number of DIWA camera testing experts from Europe and USA. Read the DIWA Sony press release 22. September, 2004: DIWA (Digital Imaging Websites Association), a world-wide organisation of collaborating websites, today has the pleasure of announcing a DIWA Gold Award to the Konica Minolta DiMAGE A2 megazoom digital camera for its outstanding performance and innovative technologies. Read the DIWA Konica Minolta press release

09-21-2004

Canon Announces New EOS-1Ds Mark II Pro SLR LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., Sept. 21, 2004 – At long last, catalog and commercial photographers, stock photographers, studio portrait specialists and other professional photographers of every stripe and specialty can capture brilliant high impact images and enjoy the speed, economy, flexibility, increased workflow and productivity that only digital offers, with Canon’s new 16.7 megapixel EOS-1Ds Mark II SLR. For those wishing to get a first glimpse of that dream, production models of the new EOS-1Ds Mark II camera will be on display at the Canon booth at the Photokina trade show in Cologne, Germany starting on Sept. 28th and at New York City’s Photo Plus show starting on Oct. 21st at the Jacob Javits Convention Center. The EOS-1Ds Mark II camera body carries an estimated street price of $7,999 and is scheduled to begin shipping in November. Read the Canon press release

09-21-2004

Canon's Tiny New SD200 and SD300 Digital ELPH Cameras Offer Big Screen Viewing LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y. Sept. 21, 2004 – Canon makes shooting and viewing brilliant high-quality digital pictures simple with two fast, sleek and slender new digital cameras. The 3.2-megapixel PowerShot SD200 Digital ELPH and 4.0-megapixel PowerShot SD300 Digital ELPH cameras combine large 2.0-inch LCD screens, cutting edge technology with UA Lens and Canon’s exclusive DIGIC II image processing technology into ultra compact 3.35 x 2.20 x 0.94 inch packages. Available in October for an estimated street price of $299.99, the new ultra sleek, 3.2 megapixel PowerShot SD200 Digital ELPH features a 35-105mm (35mm equivalent) 3x optical zoom lens and an elegant aluminum frame. The ultra slim 4.0 megapixel PowerShot SD300 Digital ELPH camera features a 35 - 105mm 3x optical zoom lens and a striking high-gloss stainless steel frame and will be available in November for an estimated street price of $399.99. Read the Canon press release

09-21-2004

Canon's Stylish New Powershot SD20 Digital ELPH Available in Four Elegant Colors LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., Sept. 21, 2004 – Whether accentuating the hottest new attire during a memorable night on the town, or a fun day of shopping with friends, style enthusiasts are sure to zoom in on the most picturesque fashion accessory this fall – Canon’s five- megapixel PowerShot SD20 Digital ELPH cameras. The new PowerShot SD20 Digital ELPH cameras combine excellent image quality with sultry sizzle – all the while keeping their slim, (3.6 x 1.9 x 0.7 inches) modelesque figure. The Canon PowerShot SD20 Digital ELPH cameras will be available through authorized dealers in October for estimated street prices of $349.99. Read the Canon press release

09-21-2004

Canon Announces Selphy DS700 Compact Printer LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., Sept. 21, 2004 – Canon's new SELPHY DS700 Compact Photo Printer expands the possibilities of digital imaging by allowing consumers to both view and print their pictures using the biggest screen in the house - the television. This inkjet-based compact 4x6" photo printer lets people take their digital photo printing out of the computer room and into the comfort of their living room with the ability to view slide shows, make basic photo edits and print their images from their television screen. The SELPHY DS700 features media card slots for Compact Flash, Microdrive, Smart Media, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, SD Card and Multimedia Card. The SELPHY DS700 also supports PictBridge technology for direct photo printing. Finished 4 x 6 inch borderless photos are completed in approximately 85 seconds from both Card Direct and Camera Direct functions. From a computer, users can print 4 x 6 inch borderless photos in approximately 52 seconds. Canon's new SELPHY DS700 Compact Photo Printer will be available this fall for an estimated selling price of $199.99. Read the Canon press release

09-20-2004

BreezeBrowser v2.10 Adds RAW Conversion for Canon EOS-1D Mark II, PowerShot Pro1 and S60 20 September 2004: Breeze Systems today announced BreezeBrowser v2.10, latest release of its raw conversion, browsing and web page generation software. This release allows Canon EOS-1D Mark II, PowerShot Pro1 and S60 owners to use BreezeBrowser for raw conversion. The ability to view, rename and copy Raw+JPEG images is also extended to Canon EOS 1D Mark II, Canon EOS 20D, Nikon D70 and Nikon D2H users in this release. BreezeBrowser v2.10 supports high quality conversion of raw files from the following Canon EOS cameras: 1D Mark II, 1Ds, 1D, 10D, 300D/Digital Rebel, D60 and D30 and the following Canon Powershot cameras: G5, G3, G2, G1, Pro1, Pro90IS, S60, S50, S45, S40 and S30. Read the Breeze Systems press release

09-20-2004

Concord Camera Demonstrates Wireless Wi-Fi Technology For Digital Cameras Hollywood, FL September 20, 2004 -- Concord Camera Corp. (“Concord”) (Nasdaq:LENS), a leader in award-winning, high-quality, affordably priced digital cameras, announced today that it will demonstrate its clever new wireless image transfer technology for digital cameras called WIT (Wireless Image Transfer) at Photokina next week in Cologne, Germany Read the Concord press release

09-20-2004

DIWA Announces Gold and Silver Awards to Olympus for Camedia C-8080 and C-5060 20. September, 2004: DIWA (Digital Imaging Websites Association), a world-wide organisation of collaborating websites, today announces two awards to Olympus for their remarkable wide zoom digital compact cameras, Camedia C-8080 Wide Zoom and C-5060 Wide Zoom. Both cameras passed the rigorous DIWA test procedure with excellent results. The 8 Megapixel Camedia C-8080 Wide Zoom scored well above the limit for a DIWA Gold Award, thanks to its fast 5x zoom lens with 28-140 mm. (35 mm film equivalent) zoom range, outstanding overall image quality, flexible handling and good value for money. Similar qualities were noted for the 5 Megapixel Camedia C-5060 Wide Zoom and its 27-110 mm. (35 mm film equivalent) 4x wide zoom lens. The average score from a number of DIWA testing experts rated this fine Olympus camera as a worthy winner of a DIWA Silver Award. Read the DIWA press release

09-19-2004

Adobe Delivers Photoshop Elements 3.0 for Windows and Mac OS X Users SAN JOSE, Calif. — Sept. 15, 2004 — Adobe Systems Incorporated today announced Adobe Photoshop Elements 3.0, a major upgrade to the No. 1 selling consumer photo editing software. Photoshop Elements 3.0 software delivers impressive new ways to share, organize and edit photos, allowing people to easily review, compare and enhance photos and create dynamic slideshows and personalized creations. Photoshop Elements 3.0 is the software consumers can use for quick, one-click fixes, in addition to more sophisticated editing techniques when they require more advanced creative control. Also today, Adobe announced the availability of Adobe Premiere Elements, a complete home video editing solution (see separate release). Available as separate products, Adobe Premiere Elements and Photoshop Elements 3.0 also can be purchased together in a single retail package. Combined in one affordable solution, these products deliver the powerful software customers need to easily blend still photos with video clips. Consumers can then create dynamic slideshows and photo-rich video projects - that can be burned to DVD and easily viewed by friends and family on the TV screen. Shipping later this fall, Adobe's consumer digital imaging and digital video products are available for pre-order today at www.adobe.com and www.amazon.com. Adobe Photoshop Elements 3.0 for Windows XP (Home, Professional with Service Pack 1 or Windows 2000 with Service Pack 4) or Adobe Photoshop Elements 3.0 for Macintosh has an estimated street price of US $99.99. Adobe Photoshop Elements 3.0 Plus Adobe Premiere Elements will be available as a bundle in the United States and Canada at an estimated street price of US $149.99. Read the Adobe press release and see the Photoshop Elements 3 First Look.

09-18-2004

Shortcut To Show Its Complete Range of Imaging Software at Photokina Starting from 28 September till the 3 October, Shortcut is exhibiting at Photokina. Shortcut wants to brand its name there and show amongst others PhotoPrint and PhotoClean. The recently released Shortcut PhotoPrint is one of a kind, unique in technology. No other software product before has offered seamless borderless high quality printing with just one mouse click, without the hassle of setting difficult printer adjustments. At the heart of the PhotoPrint system lays an advanced, sophisticated technology that automatically fine-tunes the printer settings and makes printing as easy as can be imagined. Now it is no longer necessary to understand difficult printer settings or ruin expensive photo paper and ink. Shortcut PhotoPrint is the fourth product in line. PhotoPrint gives you the perfect print in just one mouse click. The new version of Shortcut PhotoClean includes a completely redesigned interface and eight new reparation filters (Noise reduction, Shadow removal, Skin Repair, etc), while several existing filters have been improved (JPEG artifacts removal, Color boost, Red-eye fix, etc) Shortcut has much to offer its visitors, from special promotions to a stunning booth. For more information visit: www.TrulyPhotoMagic.com or contact us at: media@trulyphotomagic.com or by phone: +31 26 446 44 52

09-17-2004

DIWA Awards Gold Medal to Hewlett-Packard The Digital Imaging Websites Assoc. (DIWA) has awarded HP a Gold Medal in recognition of their excellent Photosmart R707 digital camera. To quote the full DIWA press release: "Thanks to 5 Megapixels resolution and innovative HP technologies, like Adaptive Lighting, Adaptive Demosaic, Vignetting and Shading Correction, and Noise Filter, the overall image quality is very impressive for the camera’s price tag." DIWA Welcomes Its 12th Member Site DIWA Awards is proud to announce its 12th member website: PhotographyBLOG, a pan-European site, presently located in London and Paris. PhotographyBLOG was started in January 2003 by UK photographer Mark Goldstein and has quickly grown to become one of the premier sources of photography news on the Internet. The main purpose of PhotographyBLOG is to report all the photography news, as it happens. Reviews are also a fundamental part of the site, with detailed reports on digital and film cameras, printers, software and other photography products. PhotographyBLOG has a very popular photo Gallery, Forum, User Reviews database and Portfolios section, as well as running regular photo competitions and prize giveaways. From being a small personal weblog about photography, PhotographyBLOG is now a vibrant community with a large amount of subscribers. Although PhotographyBLOG originated as a news website, it is now increasingly focusing on product reviews and tests. Joining an international organisation like DIWA is indeed an inspiration for Mark and his team, as they now establish themselves in Paris.

09-16-2004

Canon And Coach Welcome The Holidays In Style With The Optura 400 Camcorder Coach Edition Gift Set LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., Sept. 15, 2004 — High fashion meets high-tech this holiday season. Merging the two, creating a powerful pair, Canon offers what is sure to be a sought-after gift. Fashion conscious, tech savvy gift givers and receivers will ogle over the Optura 400 mini DV 2.2 megapixel camcorder "wrapped" in a Coach leather carrying case tailored just for Canon. Not only will they be dressed in their holiday best, but their Optura 400 camcorder decked out in its Coach-clad case, will also catch the attention of partygoers. The Optura 400 Mini-DV camcorder is eye-catching with its brushed silver surface and is equipped with DV Photo Plus technology for high quality video and digital photos. The camcorder also features a 10x optical zoom for both video and still photography, built-in flash, high resolution 16:9 widescreen mode and Canon's Print and Share button making it easy to print directly from a printer at the touch of a button. The Optura 400 Coach Edition Gift Set (Optura 400 camcorder kit, exclusive leather Coach carrying case, gift display box) will be available in October at select retailers for an estimated retail price of $1,099.

09-16-2004

Photokina 2004 - Twelve Days and Counting! The biggest photographic products show in the world takes place once every two years, it's called Photokina and it's held in Cologne Germany. Photokina runs from Sep 28 - Oct 3 this year. It's still ten days away, but most of the manufacturers have already pre-announced many of their new wares. As we do during the PMA shows, we also track all the new products shown at Photokina. You can check out all the new product announcements by visiting our: This page will be updated daily (or more frequently) once the show starts as new products are announced. I'm sure that you already seen a lot of new camera announcements here in the last weeks but there is even more to come so stay tuned!

09-16-2004

Lexar Announces Professional Series Memory Cards With Encryption Technology to Provide a Highly Secure Digital Media Solution Fremont, CA, September 16, 2004 -- Lexar Media, Inc. today revealed plans to incorporate encryption technology into its Professional CompactFlash and, in conjunction with technology-compatible digital cameras, will provide users with a secure digital media solution. Professional photographers and other security conscious users worldwide will have added confidence knowing that access to stored images and information is protected by a high-end encryption code technology. Central to this unique security solution is an easy-to-use software tool for establishing security settings on the memory card and corresponding digital camera. Digital content stored on the memory card can only be accessed via the digital camera(s) with the corresponding encryption key or via a PC with a valid username and password. This unique security system utilizing the memory card and the camera offers a secure digital imaging solution. The system’s administrative tool will enable the highest level of security, without sacrificing any camera performance. Developed by Lexar, the new security solution is based on a 160 bit encryption technology and uses SHA-1 (Secure Hash Algorithm), a standard approved by the NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology.) 160-bit encryption technology is among the most effective and widely accepted security solutions available. Available to photo-specialty stores and through value added resellers, the technology will be available in the fourth quarter of 2004.

09-16-2004

Olympus 7.1-Megapixel, 5X Optical C-7000 Zoom Melville, New York, September 16, 2004 – The new Olympus C-7000 Zoom is proof that good things do come in small packages. The world’s smallest and lightest 7.1-megapixel, 5x optical zoom digital camera packs numerous advanced technologies for ultra-high image quality into an incredibly compact body with a convenient, easy-to-carry size. Its wealth of sophisticated features and intuitive operation allows users of all skill levels to achieve their precise creative goals. Just when one feature has been mastered, yet another facet awaits to be discovered inside this tiny gem of a camera. Read the full Olympus press release.

09-16-2004

Olympus D-535 Zoom, Entry-Level and Performance Melville, New York, September 16, 2004 – First-time digital camera users can now have the best of both worlds: ease of use and great results in virtually any setting with the 3.2- megapixel D-535 Zoom digital camera from Olympus. The camera’s wonderfully easy operation is due in part to its “One Touch” design with separate buttons for shooting, playing back and erasing digital images. While simple to use, the camera employs advanced technologies to deliver maximum performance in an affordable point-and-shoot model. Read the full Olympus press release.

09-16-2004

Nikon D2X Professional Digital SLR Camera MELVILLE, NY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2004 – Nikon today announced the new D2X professional digital SLR camera. Designed as a versatile workhorse camera for many professional disciplines, the D2X blends high resolution with superb image quality, color consistency and class-leading speed. High resolution is achieved by an all-new 12.4 million pixel DX Format CMOS image sensor and a new image processing engine that works seamlessly with optimized systems throughout the camera. Even with this tremendous resolution, the D2X can comfortably shoot full resolution images at 5 frames per second (up to 21 consecutive JPEGS and 15 NEFs). When the situation demands yet faster frame rates, the D2X has a unique 6.8 megapixel 'High Speed Cropped Image' mode that boosts the shooting rate to 8 frames per second, up to 35 consecutive JPEGs or 35 NEF images, by cropping the number of pixels used on the sensor to create the image. Read the full Nikon press release.

09-16-2004

Nikon Coolpix 8800 Features 10X Optical-Zoom Lens with Vibration Reduction System MELVILLE, NY, September 16, 2004 – Nikon has taken the consumer compact camera industry further than it has ever gone before with today’s announcement of the new Nikon Coolpix 8800 digital camera. Nikon’s flagship model for the 8-megapixel category, the Coolpix 8800 is an incredible photography tool for serious photographers. The Coolpix 8800 is the most powerful compact digital camera available to consumers, boasting a high-powered 10x optical Zoom-Nikkor ED glass lens, which opens the shooter to an unmatched 35-350mm (35mm equivalent) zoom range, the longest zoom range available in the 8-megapixel category, and delivers razor sharp images. Read our Coolpix 8800 first look or the Nikon press release.

09-16-2004

Nikon Coolpix 8400 Features 24-85mm Ultra-Wide Zoom MELVILLE, NY, September 16, 2004 – Nikon announced its new Nikon Coolpix 8400 digital camera with the widest angle of coverage available in a compact digital camera today, and the first to offer photo purists and creative photographers an answer to their search for true wide-angle photography from a compact digital camera. The Coolpix 8400 provides users with extremely high 8.0 effective megapixel performance and a versatile 24-85mm (35mm equivalent) zoom Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass lens for high quality images and the ability to capture expansive scenes in a single frame. And as a direct result of Nikon’s advanced technology, the Coolpix 8400 also offers extremely fast autofocus, with the all new ranging AF feature, an advantage that makes it easy to capture unexpected moments with clarity. Read our Coolpix 8400 first look or the Nikon press release.

09-16-2004

Nikon Coolpix 4800, 4-Megapixel 8.3x Zoom Camera MELVILLE, NY, September 16, 2004 – Travelers and family photographers can rest assured – Nikon will get you closer to the action. Nikon today announced the Nikon Coolpix 4800, a fast 4.0-megapixel digital camera with a powerful and extremely compact 8.3x optical Zoom-Nikkor ED glass lens that provides its user with a zoom range of 36-300mm (35mm equivalent). What’s more, the Coolpix 4800 weighs in at only 9 oz. making the Coolpix 4800 the most compact 8.3x zoom camera in its class. Read our Coolpix 4800 review or the Nikon press release.

09-15-2004

Konica Minolta Introduces The Maxxum 7D – World’s First Digital SLR Camera With Revolutionary Body-Integral, Anti-Shake Technology Mahwah, NJ (September 15, 2004) – Konica Minolta Photo Imaging U.S.A., Inc. today unveils the new Maxxum 7D digital Single Lens Reflex (SLR) camera. This groundbreaking new 6.1-million-pixel resolution, interchangeable lens digital camera is the world’s first digital SLR featuring a body-integral CCD-shift, Anti-Shake (camera-shake compensation) technology that combines enhanced picture quality, performance and improved handling characteristics. This new digital SLR also features a large, easy-to-view, high-definition 2.5-inch color LCD monitor and is compatible with virtually any Maxxum AF lens. Konica Minolta has also introduced two new zoom lenses, each designed to provide optimum image quality when used with the new Maxxum 7D digital SLR – the Konica Minolta AF ZOOM 17 – 35 mm f/2.8 – 4 (D) and the Konica Minolta AF ZOOM 28 – 75 mm f/2.8 (D). Read the full Konica Minolta press release.

09-15-2004

Konica Minolta 8.0 Megapixel DiMAGE A200 with Anti-Shake Technology, Vari-Angle LCD monitor and 7x Optical Zoom Mahwah, NJ (September 15, 2004) – Konica Minolta Photo Imaging U.S.A., Inc. introduces today the new DiMAGE A200 8.0-megapixel SLR-type high-performance digital camera that is perfect for all levels of photographic experience from advanced amateur to creative beginner. Equipped with Konica Minolta’s Anti-Shake technology featuring a unique CCD-shift mechanism that offsets handheld shaking, it is easy to capture sharp images with the DiMAGE A200, even in low lighting and without the use of a tripod. In addition, the camera’s rotating 1.8-inch TFT Vari-angle LCD monitor allows photographers to get a clear viewpoint for shooting artistic angles or taking flawless self-portraits. And, the DiMAGE A200’s simplified operation means that all photographers can benefit from its advanced specifications, thus maximizing their photography experience. Read the full Konica Minolta press release.

09-13-2004

Pentax Announces "Downsized" *ist DS Digital SLR GOLDEN, Colorado (September 13, 2004) - PENTAX has downsized digital SLR photography once again with the introduction of the *ist DS digital SLR. Developed as a second, even smaller, PENTAX compact digital SLR, the *ist DS camera advances the PENTAX commitment to easy-to-use and portable digital. The *ist DS is one of the smallest and lightest digital SLR cameras available. Measuring just 4.9 x 3.6 x 2.6 inches and weighing under 18 ounces, the *ist DS also delivers superior image quality in compact design. Despite the size, the *ist DS offers 6.1 effective megapixels and PENTAX original image processing technology. The camera is designed to be compatible with most PENTAX interchangeable lenses to meet a wide range of applications and visual creativity. The *ist DS hosts an array of advanced, user-friendly features including a high-magnification viewfinder, a 2.0 inch color LCD monitor, a generous LCD data panel, and an innovative Auto picture mode for automatic selection of the proper exposure program. Offering quick, effortless operation and easy portability, the *ist DS is the ideal digital SLR for all levels of photographers, including first-timer digital SLR users and families. The PENTAX *ist DS will ship to major camera retailers in November 2004. Read the full Pentax press release.

09-13-2004

Pentax Announces New 5-Megapixel 5x Zoom Optio SV GOLDEN, CO (September 13, 2004) - PENTAX Imaging Company has announced the Optio SV digital camera. With 5.0 megapixels, a 5X optical zoom, and tiny dimensions, the Optio SV combines powerful digital with portability. The new mode dial lets users select from Program, PICT (picture), Night scene, Movie, Voice recording, USER, and M (Manual) modes. The PICT mode palette function displays icons for all 12 picture modes at once on the 1.8-inch color LCD monitor for easier selection. The unique PENTAX Sliding Lens system in the Optio SV allows the powerful 5X zoom lens to retract and fully recede into the camera housing, flush with the body frame. As result, the Optio SV boasts the ultra-compact body dimensions of 3.0 x 1.8 x 0.9 inches. The sleek design of the Optio SV is enhanced by its tough aluminum alloy body. The Optio SV will ship to major camera retailers in October 2004. Read the full Pentax press release.

09-13-2004

Pentax Announces 4-Megapixel 10x Zoom Optio MX4 GOLDEN, Co. (September 13, 2004) - PENTAX Imaging Company has introduced the new OptioMX4 with a powerful 10X (37 - 370mm) optical zoom and 4.0 effective megapixels. The OptioMX4 captures both high quality still images and movies with telephoto capability. The optional wide-angle conversion lens steps up the angle of view to the equivalent of a 27.75mm. With 4.0 effective megapixels, the OptioMX4 has the power to achieve high-precision, vivid images at all zoom ranges. Perfect for capturing family activity, the OptioMX4 captures movies in MPEG-4 format and employs a streaming recording system to record up to two hours of continuous movies directly onto the recording media. OptioMX4 users further enjoy movie recording with 640x480 recording pixels at the rate of 30fps (frames per second) to achieve quality comparable to that of a television. The camera also offers a choice of movie recording sizes, quality and frame rates for maximum shooting flexibility. A stylish, functional palm-grip helps minimize hand shake and reduces fatigue during long-duration shooting. The camera will ship to major retailers in October 2004. Read the full Pentax press release.

09-13-2004

Epson Stylus Photo R320; 6-Color, Card slots, Color Preview LCD, Under $200 LONG BEACH, Calif., Sept. 13, 2004 – Epson America Inc. announces the new EPSON Stylus Photo R320. This printer is ideal for digital camera owners who want a flexible and easy to use photo solution without having to spend a lot of money. The Stylus Photo R320 offers PC-free printing, 13 supported memory card types, a built-in color monitor for viewing and selecting images before printing them and the ability to print long-lasting photos in a variety of popular borderless sizes. The printer also features Epson’s unique ability to print directly onto the surface of ink jet printable CDs and DVDs. The EPSON Stylus Photo 320 is designed for digital camera owners, offering six-color Photo Inks and up to 5760 x 1440 optimized dpi for creating images with incredible detail, beautiful skin tones, sharper contrast and an ultra-wide color range. Customers can print beautiful, frame-ready, BorderFree™ images in all of the popular sizes, including 4” x 6”, 5” x 7”, 8” x 10”, letter, and panoramic size photos. The EPSON Stylus Photo R320 is available now for an estimated street price of $199 and can be purchased through Epson authorized dealers, mail order, computer superstores, photo specialty stores and on the Epson retail Web site (www.epsonstore.com). Read the full Epson press release.

09-13-2004

Imatest 1.0 Image Quality Evaluation Software Released Boulder, Colorado -- Imatest LLC announces the release of Imatest 1.0, a software package that measures the sharpness and image quality of digital camera images and digitized film images using inexpensive widely-available targets. Never before has it been possible for photographers to measure the performance of their cameras and lenses with such accuracy and convenience. You had to rely on subjective judgments or published test results. Now you can perform your own measurements, simply and easily, by photographing a target and analyzing the results with Imatest software. Imatest consists of three modules: SFR measures the sharpness of cameras and lenses using a simple slanted-edge target (either the industry-standard ISO 12233 chart or a target you can print yourself on a high quality inkjet printer). Its standardized sharpening algorithm allows digital cameras to be compared on a fair basis. SFR also analyzes Chromatic Aberration and noise and estimates the Shannon information capacity-- an indicator of image quality based on sharpness and noise. Q-13 measures a camera's tonal response and noise using the Kodak Q-13 Gray Scale. It also measures camera or scanner dynamic range using transmission step wedges from Stouffer or Kodak. Colorcheck measures a camera's color quality, tonal response, and noise using the GretagMacbeth ColorChecker. With Imatest you can test lens performance at different focal lengths and apertures; measure your camera's tonal response and dynamic range; examine the effects of camera and post-processing settings, such as mirror lock, ISO speed, white balance, RAW converter, and sharpening; compare the performance of different cameras, even if they have different amounts of built-in sharpening; compare your camera and lenses with results derived from websites such as imaging-resource.com, dpreview.com and others. The tour on www.imatest.com/tour is an excellent introduction to Imatest's capabilities. Full documentation is available online at www.imatest.com/docs. Imatest runs under Windows 98, 2000, XP, and later, with a recommended minimum of 128 MB RAM and 1024x768 pixel screen resolution. The introductory price is only $59 USD. An evaluation version that allows up to 20 runs of individual modules may be downloaded from www.imatest.com/download. Secure online purchase is available through Regsoft.com. Purchase entitles you to one year of upgrades.

09-13-2004

Delkin's New BurnAway Burns CD's On The Go The BurnAway is a versatile mobile CD burner that combines a number of today’s most popular digital electronic devices in one unit. The BurnAway features a Slim Type DVD/CD-R/RW Drive, and works as a memory card reader, a digital slideshow player for TV and a DVD/MP3/CD player. The unit can operate independently of a computer with its builtin rechargeable battery. Two card slots support CompactFlash (I&II), Microdrives, SD, MMC, SmartMedia, Memory Stick and MS PRO media. When connected to a computer via High-Speed USB 2.0 it functions as a card reader and external DVD/CD-R/RW Drive. Share photos with family and friends in seconds by connecting to any television (NTSC or PAL), and display a slideshow of images from memory card or CD-R. The remote control (included) allows you to customize slideshow presentations with zoom, rotate and interval features. The BurnAway also functions as a DVD-ROM drive, which easily connects to a TV or stereo so you can watch DVDs or listen to MP3's and audio CDs. The BurnAway comes with a stylish protective carrying case, a remote control, a rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery and DC power cord (100V-240V), a USB 2.0 cable for connecting to a computer and both S-Video and RCA cables for connecting to a TV or projector. You can burn up to six 700MB CD-R discs or play up to 2 ˝ hours of a DVD on a single battery charge. Optional accessories include a car charger and rechargeable back-up batteries. A multi-language user manual is included, along with fully functional Nero OEM Suite 2 CD burning software and Adobe Photoshop™ Elements 2.0 photo editing software (an added $99.00 value). The BurnAway comes with a two year warranty and is available at consumer photography and electronic stores worldwide and online at Delkin’s website. The MSRP is $299.99US (plus VAT in some countries).

09-09-2004

Canon Powershot S1 IS Firmware Update Canon has today released the Powershot S1 IS firmware update 1.0.2.0 that offers improvements in the communication processing with the CF card and includes the previous firmware update features (changes the way that images are displayed in Continuous AF mode and fixes the overexposure problem with daytime synchronized shooting.) See the Canon S1 IS firmware download page. Note that cameras with a "black dot" on the inside of the battery cover already have the latest firmware, so this update is not necessary.

09-09-2004

Canon Introduces Four New Pixma Inkjet Photo Printers LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., Sept. 9, 2004 – Canon’s newest line of PIXMA photo printers – iP4000R, iP5000, iP6000D, and iP8500 – all offer advanced options that provide consumers, photo enthusiasts and professional photographers with superb photo quality, increased print speeds, and even wireless capabilities, which can be found on the new PIXMA iP4000R model. The PIXMA iP5000 model is the industry’s first printer to feature microscopic 1-picoliter ink droplets for virtually grain-free photographs. The PIXMA iP8500 photo printer is Canon’s first ChromaPLUS eight-color ink letter-sized format photo printer, designed for photographers and consumers seeking vivid color and precision with the highest level of photo printing quality. The PIXMA iP4000R, iP5000, iP6000D and iP8500 desktop photo printers will be available this fall for estimated selling prices of $229.99, $199.99, $179.99, and $349.99, respectively. Read the Canon press release.

09-09-2004

Space Still Available On Digital Photo Workshop Cruise To Mexican Riviera In December Space is still available on an 8-day Digital Photography & Imaging Cruise for beginning and intermediate photographers embarking from San Diego on December 3, 2004, aboard Carnival's luxury superliner SPIRIT. The workshop schedule features digital photography lectures and demonstrations, Photoshop sessions, and picture critiquing of work shot both onboard and ashore. Each workshop attendee will also receive hardware and software valued at more than $600 from participating sponsors. Enrollment is limited to 30 to allow each attendee to receive personalized instruction from a team of professionals led by Arthur H. Bleich, award-winning photographer, digital photography expert, educator, and Feature Editor of Digital Camera Magazine. Other instructors include Judy Mandolf, master digital still life photographer and Photoshop expert, and Royce Bair, an illustrative and advertising photographer who heads a stock photo agency and is an authority on digital inkjet printing. Costs start at $1,995 with non-attendee companions paying less than half. Information: www.dpcorner.com/cruise and 800-652-2267

09-08-2004

Sony Announces New 5-Megapixel Cyber-shot DSC-M1 SAN DIEGO, Sept. 8 2004 — Sony’s futuristic new Cyber-shot DSC-M1 is a 5.1-megapixel digital camera with an internal Carl Zeiss 3x optical zoom and features VGA resolution MPEG4 video capture with stereo audio. The DSC-M1’s enhanced video functions include recording with the new MPEGMovie 4TV feature, the MPEG-4 compression format that significantly increases picture quality and resolution while dramatically reducing file size. Employing a reduced bit rate (from 11Mpbs to 2.5 Mpbs), MPEGMovie 4TV mode enables the recording of up to 27 minutes of VGA-resolution, 30-frames-per-second video with stereo sound on an optional 512 MB Memory Stick PRO Duo media card. The camera, a slim, matte-black device about the size of two decks of cards, is held vertically, and its 2.5-inch articulated LCD swivels upward and rotates a full 270 degrees. This new shooting orientation provides more surface area to access both the menu navigation buttons and two “hot” buttons for direct access to recording stills and video. The Sony DSC-M1 will be available in December for about $600. Read our Cyber-shot M1 first look   or the   Sony press release.

09-07-2004

Creo Announces The Leaf Aptus Digital Camera Back VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA -- September 7, 2004 -- Creo Inc. (NASDAQ: CREO; TSX: CRE) announces the latest generation of portable and studio digital camera backs - the Leaf Aptus. This new product line has the portability and ease-of-use of consumer products, combined with the robustness, resolution and powerful workflow required by professional photographers. The Leaf Aptus product line includes the Leaf Aptus 22 and Leaf Aptus 17 digital camera backs with resolutions of 22 and 17 megapixels respectively. The Leaf Aptus digital camera back contains a built-in, large (6 x 7 cm) LCD enabling practical image evaluation, focus confirmation and editing. The integrated compact flash allows for easy shooting. A single rechargeable lithium ion battery can provide power for over 1,000 frames in over four hours of continuous operation. Read the Creo press release.

09-07-2004

Belkin Announces New Hi-Speed USB 2.0 15-in-1 Media Reader & Writer COMPTON, Calif.-- Belkin Corp. today announced new Hi-Speed USB 2.0 15-in-1 Media Reader & Writer works with 15 media cards including xD Picture Card, allowing you to drag and drop files, images, and music to your computer from your PDA or handheld, MP3 player, digital camera, or other device. It has a MSRP of $39.95. The Media Reader & Writer lets you transfer files from one media card to another, or transfer files from all four media cards simultaneously at transfer speeds of up to 480Mbps. It features four dedicated slots to accommodate all popular types of media including: xD Picture Card, CompactFlash I, CompactFlash II, SmartMedia, Secure Digital, Mini Secure Digital (Mini SD), MultiMediaCard, RSMMC, IBM Microdrive, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick Pro, Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick MagicGate, and Memory Stick MagicGate Duo. The Media Reader & Writer also increases bandwidth for transferring large multimedia files between DV camcorders, drives and other peripherals, and your PC. The package includes Ulead Photo Explorer photo editor for Macintosh computers, a digital photography solution designed to let you capture, view, and convert images, and share them over the Web.

09-07-2004

Epson Announces Stylus CX6600 All-In-One With Exclusive Durabrite Inks LONG BEACH, Calif. – Sept. 7, 2004 – Epson, the first printer manufacturer to introduce its own line of water, smudge and fade-resistant inks, is extending its DURABrite ink legacy with the new Epson Stylus CX6600 all-in-one device. This general purpose all-in- one has a suggested retail price of $179 (after a $20 rebate), one-touch photo restoration and the ability to print images from your digital memory card without using a PC. The Stylus CX6600 can print up to 22 ppm*, copy up to 16 cpm* without a PC, and scan documents and photographs at up to 1200 x 2400 dpi with 48-bit color depth. Read the Epson press release.

09-06-2004

Here We Go Again - Hurricane Round Two Again we dodged the bullet, at least in my area we did. We never got more than 40mph winds and some rain even though it passed very close by us. The Florida east coast and many towns inland were not so lucky, our prayers and sympathy goes out to those who suffered. We're not even done with Frances and now we're looking at Ivan, yet another powerful hurricane making its way along the same path the last two followed. We can only hope that it goes somewhere else - Florida has had enough! The site went down today because of Internet problems with Time-Warner, our server never went down but it doesn't matter when your lose your Internet connectivity. We had power and telephone losses all over the area today due to the high winds and downed trees so it's no wonder that Time-Warner experienced similar problems.

09-03-2004

Olympus Announces New 4-Megapixel, 2x Zoom, All-Weather Stylus Verve Melville, New York, September 3, 2004 – Olympus announces the new Stylus Verve 4.0-megapixel 2x optical zoom digital camera, available in 6 different designer colors. The Verve has a compact and durable all-metal, all-weather body with a breakthrough shape that’s sure to dazzle wherever it goes. Rubber gaskets throughout the camera’s interior insure that rain, sleet and snow can’t stop the Verve from taking incredibly clear and colorful images in any weather condition – get the camera wet, wipe it off, and keep on shooting. The Stylus Verve will be available in September 2004 for an estimated street price of $349.99. Read the Olympus press release.

09-03-2004

Olympus Announces New Olympus Master Software Melville, New York, September 3, 2004 – Olympus is pleased to announce today that all forthcoming Olympus digital cameras will include innovative OLYMPUS Master™ software for better organization, editing, and management of digital camera images. OLYMPUS Master Plus™, an enhanced version of the software that offers even more advanced movie and still- image editing, including the ability to record images on CD/DVD media and create video CDs, is also available sold separately or as an upgrade of OLYMPUS Master. Read the Olympus press release.

09-01-2004

Sony Cyber-shot First Looks Posted We have now posted First Look reports on all of the recently announced Sony Cyber-shots plus the DSC-P150 announced a while back. The P150 will be completed as a full review soon, the others will remain first looks until we receive full production level cameras to evaluate. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T3 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-V3 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P150 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-L1

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