Month: April 2013
Panasonic GF6 to be announced on April 9 at NAB 2013
Panasonic will be present at the National Association of Broadcaster Show 2013 in order to announce the brand new Lumix DMC-GF6. The mirrorless camera has just passed certification in Taiwan. It seems like the Micro Four Thirds System will replace the aging Lumix DMC-GF5 during a special press event in Las Vegas on April 9, 2013.
Desktop users can now upload full-resolution photos on Google+
In December 2012, Google has begun allowing Android and iOS users to upload full-size photos on Google+. This functionality has been extended to desktop browser users as well, who will be able to upload photos bigger than 2048 pixels and videos longer than 15 minutes, putting their free 5GB Drive storage to good use.
Facebook Home announced for select Android smartphones
Facebook is looking to redefine social networking experience on Android smartphones with the launch of Home. This new application will change the way users connect with one another. It is more social and easier to use, as it has been designed around people, allowing users to see what is happening at all times.
Videre pinhole camera project relaunches on Kickstarter
Photographer Kelly Angood has been forced to cancel her “120 Pinhole Project” amid fears of an infringement lawsuit coming from Hasselblad. However, the photographer has not given up on her idea and this has resulted into the “Pop-Up Pinhole Project”, which consists of a medium format camera campaign on Kickstarter.
Wanderlust Travelwide film camera wants to be your travel companion
Wanderlust Cameras has revealed, through Kickstarter, a project for a film camera which is able of capturing great travel photos in a cheap and lightweight body. The device is called Travelwide camera and it is available in two versions, each providing different 35mm focal length equivalent, depending on your photography needs.
How To Paint With Light: Patience Required
How To Paint With Light: Patience Required There are few different types of light painting. The type I am going to show you today is a bit detailed and, to me, much more fun. It’s a bit of a process and does take time. If you’re not a patient person, or the type a person…
Adobe Lightroom 4.4 and Camera Raw 7.4 updates released for download
Adobe has officially released the final versions of Lightroom 4.4 and Camera Raw 7.4. The latest versions of these programs are bringing RAW file support for 25 cameras from Nikon, Canon and others. Additionally, several new lens profiles are supported, along with enhancements for Fujifilm’s X-Trans sensor cameras.
New York Times strikes controversy with Instagram cover photo
The New York Times newspaper has been attacked by some angry photojournalists for using an Instagrammed portrait on its front page. The edition of the newspaper has been published on Sunday and it featured Alex Rodriguez on its cover. However, photographers were annoyed because the photo was taken with an iPhone.
Canon G30, XA25 and XA20 camcorders announced at NAB 2013
Canon has arrived at the National Association of Broadcasters Show 2013 with hands full. The Japanese manufacturer has revealed three new camcorders for enthusiast and professional cinematographers. The new recorders from Canon are the Vixia HF G30, XA25, and XA20 HD, and all of them come packed with impressive features.
Canon and Zeiss reveal new cine lenses at NAB 2013
After announcing three new camcorders at the National Association of Broadcasters Show 2013, Canon has also introduced a new 35mm cinema prime lens. The company has been joined by Carl Zeiss, as the German manufacturer has used this event to reveal a pair of “Compact” 28-80mm and 70-200mm cine zoom lenses.
Google Street View releases images of abandoned town in Fukushima
Photos taken by the Google’s Street View cars show the disaster produced by the earthquake and tsunami around the Fukushima nuclear plant. A panorama of digital images was created and now is available online.
Kodak Instamatic series celebrates 50 years
Half a century ago, the company launched its revolutionary Instamatic camera. Benefiting from a fixed shutter speed, aperture, and focus, and a revolutionary cartridge loading system, the camera would become a standard in amateur photography due to its affordability and ease of use.
Tamron announces third Annual “My Travel Exhibit” contest
Tamron announces its third Annual “My Travel Exhibit” contest exclusively for US users, on the same unique virtual space as last year. MyPhotoExhibits enables contestants to customize their photo gallery displays using a wide range of features, including lighting, framing and even wall texture. The winner will choose a preffered lens.
CAM CHOBi Pro3, possibly world’s smallest night vision camera
Japanese electronics manufacturer JTT has launched CAM CHOBi Pro3, possibly the world’s smallest night vision camera. Recording video in Full HD, 1920×1080, it can be a useful backup camera, when running out of smartphone battery. You can attach it to your keychain and “forget about it”.
LineCam Systems wants to put your camera on a zip line
Kickstarter is the home of many unpolished jewels and the latest great idea, available through the crowd-funding platform, consists of a zip line for your camera. LineCam provides a system which allows cinematographers to mount their cameras on a system and then to record videos from special vantage points.
Henri Cartier-Bresson mistakenly credited for “A girl and a dog” photo
The internet has been the creator of many fails and this one is an example of why the photographers’ copyrights must be respected. For a very long time, a picture entitled “A girl and a dog” has been attributed to Henri Cartier-Bresson, a renowned photojournalist, but its true author has been recently discovered.
New Nikon D600 and D800 firmware updates released for download
Nikon has decided to release a couple of firmware updates for two of its cameras, the D600 and the D800. D600 owners hoping to have the dust accumulation problems fixed will have to wait, as these two DSLR cameras will now support the expensive AF-S Nikkor 800mm f/5.6E telephoto lens, while having some of their bugs fixed.
Nikon releases new firmware updates for six cameras
Shortly after April Fools’ Day had been over, Nikon took the decision of surprising the owners of its DSLR cameras with new firmware updates. Both the D600 and D800 received new software, but six other cameras are upgradeable, too. Even though there are no major changes, some owners will welcome the new firmware updates.
Schneider-Kreuznach unveils three Xenon full frame cine primes
Schneider-Kreuznach has officially announced three new prime lenses aimed at cinematographers. The new Xenon 35mm, 50mm, and 75mm cine lenses are compatible with full frame cameras from both Nikon and Canon, though they are supported by professional camcorders as well, in order to gain 4K video recording capabilities.
China hacks Sigma DP cameras to support M-mount lenses
Sigma camera owners are one step closer to making their shooters more useful, thanks to an ingenious hack from a Chinese company. The third-party seller has come up with a way of modifying Sigma DP cameras, in order to become compatible with the M-mount interchangeable lens system for a very small price.
The presidency of George W. Bush in images
One of the most popular of all photographic subjects, if not the most, the portrait is appealing to amateurs and professionals alike. What happens if the subject at hand is not your grandma or your new born child, but one of the most powerful men in the world, the President of the United States?
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