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Quick Edits to Add Artistic Flare to Your Images

Sometimes on the MCP Blog and on MCP Show and Tell we teach photographers how to fix an image or make drastic changes to a photo.  But one important use for Photoshop actions is to do quick edits and add artistic flare to an already strong image. The “before” photo had light skin smoothing. All…

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Fujifilm X-Pro2 will be powered by a full frame image sensor

After revealing that Fujifilm has scrapped plans to release the X-Pro1S as a replacement for the X-Pro1, the rumor mill is now claiming that the so-called Fujifilm X-Pro2 will feature a full frame sensor. The camera will no longer support current XF lenses, so it is said that Fuji will launch three to five new Fujifnon FF lenses.

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Olympus 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO lens release date set for Photokina 2014

A lot of amazing things will happen during this year’s Photokina. This is the biggest digital imaging event in the world and has to be awesome. According to the rumor mill, the Olympus 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO lens release date has been set for the Photokina 2014, while a couple of other PRO lenses will be on display at the company’s booth.

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Nikon 1 J4 specs leaked along with DX 18-300mm lens details

Nikon is readying a replacement for the 1 J3 mirrorless interchangeable lens camera. In the meantime, the first Nikon 1 J4 specs have been leaked on the web, hinting that the camera will sport a touchscreen on the back. Moreover, some details about a Nikkor 18-300mm lens for DX-format DSLRs have also showed up online.

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Pentax Z medium format camera aka 645DII teaser hits the web

Pentax has been supposed to reveal a 645D replacement at the CP+ 2014. However, the Pentax 645DII has not showed up, yet. The company has now posted a teaser on the web, hinting that the medium format camera is now called Pentax Z. A countdown is available, too, showing that the device will be officially unveiled on April 15.

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Nikon D9300 DSLR rumored to be the Nikon D300s replacement

The Nikon D300s will soon celebrate its fifth birthday. Numerous voices are claiming that the time has come for the flagship DX-format DSLR camera to retire and leave room for a successor. Well, the rumor mill is claiming that a Nikon D9300 is in development and is being prepared to be announced as the Nikon D300s replacement.

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Fujifilm X-Pro2 camera rumored to succeed X-Pro1 in 2015

A Fujifilm manager has previously stated that the company is not working on an X-Pro1 replacement. However, a source has previously disclosed details about a so-called Fujifilm X-Pro1S. Well, it seems like everything is in the past now, as X-Pro1S idea has been scrapped. Now the plan is to put the Fujifilm X-Pro2 on the market in 2015.

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Sony A77 successor to feature 24-megapixel sensor after all

Sony is one of the companies with a special place in the heart and mind of the rumor mill. Shortly after sources have revealed that the Sony A77 successor will feature a Foveon-like 50-megapixel APS-C image sensor, the camera is now rumored to come packed with a traditional 24-megapixel sensor.

Canon 7D DSLR

New Canon 7D Mark II rumor reveals May launch date

The rumors concerning the launch of the Canon 7D Mark II are back once again! It seems like the upcoming DSLR is getting closer to its launch date, which is reported to have already been set by the Japanese company. According to the latest information, the EOS 7D replacement will become official in May along with a couple of lenses.

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Canon XF205 and Canon XF200 camcorders become official

The National Association of Broadcasters 2014 opens its doors on April 5. Zeiss has already announced a couple of products and now Canon has decided to take over. The new Canon XF205 and XF200 professional camcorders have been unveiled along with a pair of new cine lenses ahead of the NAB Show 2014 opening day.

Zeiss 135mm T1.9

ARRI/Zeiss MA 135mm T1.9 lens officially unveiled

With the National Association of Broadcasters Show 2014 (the NAB Show) quickly approaching, Zeiss is keeping itself busy. The ARRI/Zeiss MA 135mm T1.9 lens is now official as the seventh member of the Master Anamorphic family of cinema lenses, which is said to provide the best in terms of performance and optical quality.

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10 Secret Ingredients to Get Powerful Sunflare

Capturing sunflare and bursts of light is easy and can really make a huge impact on select photos. Learn to get artistic sunflare in your images with these 10 easy-to-follow steps.

Sony SLT-A77 rumor

More Sony A77II specs revealed by inside sources

The spring is still young and plenty of new cameras are expected to be announced by the end of May. The Sony A77 replacement is said to be among them. Before its purported May 1 announcement date, several new Sony A77II specs have been leaked on the web, including a big megapixel Foveon-like sensor.

Nikon 135mm f/2G

First Nikon AF-S 135mm f/2G lens photo leaked on the web

Nikon has been selling a 135mm f/2D lens without an internal autofocus motor for quite some time. It is arguable that a replacement should be introduced soon. It seems like we may be on the verge of seeing such a lens as the first photo of the Nikon AF-S 135mm f/2G lens has showed up online.

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Samsung, Google, and others celebrate April Fools’ Day

Samsung and HTC are introducing a new type of wearable devices through the Fingers and Gluuv wearable gloves. Google is looking for Pokemon Masters and allows users to love themselves with the help of “shelfies” for Gmail. Nokia brings back the 3310 and launches some new paper maps. They’re all here on April Fools’ Day!

Canon smartphone

All April Fools’ Day jokes in the photography industry

A photo of Canon’s first smartphone has been leaked on the web along with a preliminary specs list. Canon has also launched a DSLR exclusively for wildlife photographers, while preparing to buy Panasonic’s Micro Four Thirds business. In other April Fools’ Day jokes, cats absolutely hate your guts for taking photos of them.

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MCP Photo A Day Challenge: April Themes

To learn more about MCP Photo A Day. It’s never too late to join in.  And if you miss a day or two, or get behind, that’s fine as well.  Just participate when you can.  Here are the fun themes for April. You are welcome to pin this and post it directly to Facebook, Google+…

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Canon PowerShot SX60 HS now rumored to offer 100x zoom lens

Although there are plenty of Canon rumors circling online, there is room for one more. According to sources familiar with the matter, the Canon PowerShot SX60 HS will be announced soon and will employ a staggering 100x optical zoom lens. The optic will cover a focal range from the wide-angle 20mm to the super-telephoto 2000mm.

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Canon C200 and Canon C400 4K cameras coming at NAB Show 2014

The rumor mill is once again discussing about Canon’s plans for the NAB Show 2014. After saying that no new gear is coming at the event, sources are reporting that the Canon C200 and Canon C400 camcorders will become official in early April. The duo will be able to record 4K videos, replacing the non-4K C100 and C300 cameras.

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Canon PowerShot G17 announcement date set for May 2014

Canon has launched the PowerShot G16 camera in August 2013. Although it is considered a decent camera, it seems like the company may already be working on a replacement. The specs of the Canon PowerShot G17 have showed up online and the compact camera’s announcement is rumored to take place sometime in May 2014.

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