Month: April 2013
How To Photograph and Quickly Edit Your Family Vacation Photos
Learn what gear to bring and how to edit your family vacation photos.
Sony AKA-DM1 is an action camera mount for dogs
Sony is looking to increase action camera sales. Instead of focusing on making the shooters better, the Japan-based company has decided to make them more useful. The Sony AKA-DM1 is an action camera mount for dogs, which will give cinematographers the chance of capturing footage from a dog’s point-of-view.
East / West Germany division can still be seen from space
“Everybody Hates Chris” is a popular TV show where Chris Rock recalls his childhood memories. In our situation, everybody loves Chris Hadfield, the Commander of the International Space Station, thanks to his great images posted on Twitter. One of the latest photos shows that the East / West Germany division is still visible from space.
Canon 5D Mark III firmware update release date is April 30
Canon has finally announced an “exact” release date for the 5D Mark III firmware update. According to the camera’s official product page, the new firmware will become available for download on April 30. It will come packed with uncompressed HDMI output, autofocus support at f/8 aperture, and several bug fixes among others.
Google Glass infographic shows how the whole system works
How does Google Glass work? This is a question that many people have asked themselves. The answer is here, courtesy of graphic designer Martin Missfeldt, who has compiled a detailed infographic, revealing the placement of each component and how the system projects a layer over the reality in front of your eyes.
Yahoo Weather for iPhone just got better, courtesy of Flickr
Smartphone users are regularly checking the weather on their devices, therefore developers are working on improving this aspect. Yahoo may have hit the jackpot with its latest Weather app for iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch, which displays amazing Flickr imagery, depending on a user’s location and atmospheric conditions.
Pinhole camera triggers concern in Canada after Boston bombings
The atmosphere is a little tense across North America, following the recent Boston bombings. People are more aware of these situations, therefore they might not take anything for granted. Police in London, Ontario was called in to investigate a suspicious package in a city park, which turned out to be just a pinhole camera.
Long distance 3D imaging has reached one kilometer mark
Scientists from Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh have developed a camera that can take long distance 3D images, of up to one kilometer away. Time-of-Flight depth imaging could improve mapping and assessment of potential hazards.
Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art lens announced for APS-C DSLRs
Sigma has thrown the gauntlet at its competitors by announcing a zoom lens with a very fast aperture. More importantly, the 18-35mm DC HSM Art optic is capable of maintaining its aperture of f/1.8 through the entire zoom range. Sigma portrays it as a major technological wonder that nobody else has been able to offer so far.
Aptina announces new mass produced 1-inch sensor
Aptina’s new AR1411HS CMOS sensor is 40% faster than the company’s previous 10 megapixel model. In its full resolution of 14 megapixels, it can record up to 80 frames per second. Previously exclusive to Nikon’s mirrorless models and Sony’s RX100, the chip is now being produced en-masse.
US Navy apologizes for illegally arresting photographer twice
Nic Coury will have a lot of stories to tell his grandchildren, as the photographer has managed to get himself into trouble two times in three days. The US Navy has arrested Coury for taking pictures outside the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, California, despite the fact that the photographer was well within his rights.
New rumors about Nokia’s next 41 megapixel camera phone
Is Canon backing Nokia? The Finnish company’s next smartphone, boosting a 41-megapixel camera, is rumored to be nicknamed EOS. A source “familiar with Nokia’s plans” has revealed almost complete specifications, including AMOLED screen, optical image stabilization, and variable aperture lens.
Be More Productive: Making Email Templates For Photographers
Learn how to cut down on your time spent writing and responding to e-mails, so you can have more time to take pictures.
Ricoh GR release date, specs, and price become official
Pentax Ricoh has finally taken the wraps off the Ricoh GR. The compact camera features a 16.2-megapixel APS-C CMOS image sensor and it is ready to compete against the Nikon Coolpix A. The Ricoh GR will start shipping as of May 2013, promising a lot of good things to mirrorless fans, who want a good shooter for a small price.
Adobe Photoshop deblurring filter teased ahead of MAX 2013
Photoshop, one of the most popular and best photo-editing programs in the world, is about to get even better. Adobe has posted a teaser video on YouTube, in order to demonstrate the capabilities of an upcoming tool, called Camera Shake Reduction, which consists of a deblurring filter capable of removing the blur from photos.
Fujifilm XF 55-200mm telephoto zoom lens officially announced
Fujifilm has introduced a new lens for X-mount cameras.The new Fujinon XF 55-200mm optic is finally official, along with its new image stabilization technology and fast autofocus speed. Additionally, the company posted an updated lens roadmap and announced that the X-Pro1 and X-E1 cameras will receive a firmware update this July.
Canon 70D rumors: release date and price information
Canon is rumored to announce the EOS 70D camera on April 23. As we are getting closer to the alleged release date, a lot of information about the DSLR has been leaked on the web. Canon 70D rumors include details about the specifications sheet, as well as the price, which is in the same range as the Nikon D7100.
Official Ricoh GR photos unofficially leaked online
There is no doubt that Ricoh will release a new camera soon. Beside the full specifications list, an insider has leaked the press photos of the so-called Ricoh GR. The digital camera is said to feature a 16.2-megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor, along with an 18.3mm lens and is expected to be officially announced on April 17.
Verizon releases Samsung Galaxy Camera firmware update for download
Verizon made a surprising announcement by releasing a firmware update for the Samsung Galaxy Camera. The new software is being pushed to owners of the Android-powered camera right now, as Verizon has added several new features. The list includes a Remote Viewfinder, S Memo, new Smart modes, and more.
PBS emphasizes Photoshop remix culture importance
PBS’s Off the Book youtube channel recently featured an episode about Photoshop and its various uses. The focus is on the software’s cultural and political value. It has helped with a faster spread of the public’s opinions, empowering average people to respond on a wide scale.
Pulitzer Prize 2013 in photography awarded to Syrian war photographers
The winners of the Pulitzer Prize 2013 in photography have been announced at the Columbia University in New York. For their extensive coverage during the on-going warfare in Syria, a team of five photographers from AP has won the Breaking News category, while the Featured category has been awarded to an AFP freelancer.
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