Monday updates

By PR admin | Published: January 17, 2011

  • Sandisk released Extreme Pro SDHC UHS-I card together with a new Extreme Pro ExpressCard Adapter:

“The SanDisk Extreme Pro SDHC card’s write speed of up to 45 MB/sec delivers improved shot to shot performance of RAW images using continuous burst mode. The card also adheres to the new UHS Speed Class 1 video class rating, offering 10MB/sec* minimum sustained write speed capable of recording HD 1080p videos or even 3D content**. In addition, the card’s fast read speeds of up to 45 MB/sec let users avoid lengthy wait times when transferring content from the card to a computer.”

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Some Canon rumors: 600D and 1100D to be announced next month

By PR admin | Published: January 17, 2011

Here are the rumored specs on the two new Rebel models:

T3i/600D

  • 18mp sensor
  • 3.7fps
  • Vari-Angle 3″ LCD
  • DiGiC IV
  • Redesign of the model nameplate as well

T3/1100D

  • 12mp sensor
  • DiGiC IV
  • Will be available in red and black

Both cameras are expected to be announced during the CP+ show in Japan (February 9-12).

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Fuji X100 now available for pre-order

By PR admin | Published: January 16, 2011

UPDATE: Amazon is also now taking pre-orders.

The Fuji x100 US price of $1,199.00 is now confirmed by Adorama and I was just able to pre-order mine – this camera will be back ordered for months, if you are planning on buying one, Adorama is currently the only major retailer in the US that is taking pre-orders:

The Fuji x100 is expected to start shipping in March, 2011.

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Fuji FinePix X100 shutter and aperture demo (video)

By PR admin | Published: January 14, 2011

According to the Fuji Guys, the Fuji X100 uses four leaf shutter that allow for high speed flash sync, quiet operation and better durability. Here is their latest video demonstrating the Fuji X100 shutter and aperture:

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Sony DSC-HX9V and DSC-HX100V cameras listed at B&H for a short time

By PR admin | Published: January 14, 2011

The rumored Sony DSC-HX9V camera got listed at B&H today. The listing is now removed, but not before Google cached the page:

The second model DSC-HX100V was also listed, but Google cache did not capture the image.

Both cameras are expected to be announced on February 2nd.

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Sony to release a mirrorless camera (A-mount) with 3 sensors and ISO up to 819 200

By PR admin | Published: January 14, 2011

The rumor is that before April of 2011, Sony will release a new mirrorless camera with 3  CCD (CMOS) sensors. Each of the sensors will be 6MP and the combined ISO will be up to 819 200 (up to 16mp combined image size). The camera will have an α-mount, contrast AF, 1.5x crop factor. It seems that working models are already floating around to selected individuals.

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Niksoftware Silver Efex Pro 2 to be released in February

By PR admin | Published: January 13, 2011

A new version 2 of Silver Efex Pro by Niksoftware will be released in February of 2011. I was told that the new plugin will have some new features and functionality.
Silver Efex Pro is used for black and white image conversion and is available as a plugin for Lightroom, Photoshop and Aperture.

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More price increases in the US (Lowepro and Tamrac)

By PR admin | Published: January 13, 2011

In addition to Canon, Zeiss and Sony, the photo gear bag manufacturers Lowepro an Tamrac are also expected to raise their prices on February 1st, 2011 in the US. For Lowepro the price increase will be around 10%, for Tamrac it will be 10-14%.

Canon will increase the prices of their lenses by 10% (similar for Zeiss and Sony).

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Pentax files a patent for a DA*25-350mm F3.3-5.6ED [IF] SDM lens

By PR admin | Published: January 13, 2011

Similar to Nikon, Pentax filed a patent for a high-powered zoom lens DA*25-350mm F3.3-5.6ED [IF] SDM:

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Demo of the Fuji X100 hybrid viewfinder

By PR admin | Published: January 13, 2011

Two videos demonstrating the hybrid viewfinder of the Fuji X100:

More info on the Fuji X100 camera can be found here.

Via Engadget

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Rumor: Sony, Zeiss lenses are going up in price in the US

By PR admin | Published: January 12, 2011

I received some reports that Zeiss and Sony lenses will be going up in price in the US on February 1st, 2011. Not sure if all lenses will be impacted or what exactly the price increase will be (expecting to get a price list later today or tomorrow).

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CliQ 2011: it’s official

By PR admin | Published: January 11, 2011

PMA launches CliQ

JACKSON, MI – PMA – The Worldwide Community of Imaging Associations presents CliQ, a new branded experience for photo enthusiasts and anyone interested in getting the most from photography and video.
“CliQ is a 24-hours-a-day, seven-days-a-week commitment on the part of the association to provide content and tools for everyone involved in photography, from consumers to aspiring pros, to retailers and professional labs,” says Ted Fox, executive director and CEO, PMA. “Also, with the recent addition of the Professional Wedding and Studio Photographers Association International (PWSPI) to the PMA family, the association has broadened its appeal to include all segments of the photo/video industry.” The launch of the CliQ website, at cliqworld.com features how-to tips, new product reviews from DP Review, and monthly photo contests. In the coming months, more features will be added, leading up to the annual event in September.

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