It’s small and unassuming, but Datacolor’s SpyderCube was one of the coolest things I saw at PMA this year. It looks like a small toy - a photographer’s dradle, maybe. But the SpyderCube is actually a sophisticated white balance and exposure tool. I wanted one as soon as I saw it. It’s small enough to keep in any camera bag and it makes a real difference in the quality of your final images. Shoot a RAW photo of it in any kind of lighting and you’re pretty much guaranteed accurate color and exposure with minimal post-processing.
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Fujifilm has announced a new collection of camera accessories for their Finepix digital camera line. Some items include an underwater housing, which can be used in depths up to 130 feet of water, for the FinePix F200EXR and an outdoor accessory kit for the FinePix Z33WP. The new items will be available May 2009. Read the rest of this entry »

The Nikon D90 is Nikon’s latest mid-range digital single lens reflex (DSLR) camera and the world’s first DSLR to offer high-definition video capture. The D90’s 12-megapixel APS-sized CMOS sensor also ups the high-ISO ante with very low noise up to - and in some situations, beyond - ISO 800.

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Nikon D90 Studio Test Images
	ISO 100 Sample >> ISO 200 Sample >> ISO 400 Sample >> ISO 800 Sample >> ISO 1600 Sample >> ISO 3200 Sample >> ISO 6400 Sample >>

Pros 720p HD D-Movie video mode! Excellent low-light, high-ISO performance Ultrasonic sensor cleaning Backwards-compatible with many of Nikon’s older F-mount lenses Good battery life	Cons Video quality needs to be improved No auto focus in video mode Non-weather-sealed, plastic body Small grip uncomfortable with pro lenses and Speedlight flashes

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It’s been over a year since Pentax introduced the K20D, their current top-of-the-line digital SLR body. Even though they did make a lot of announcements in 2008, my impression has been that things have been a little on the quiet side for Pentax in the past year. They need something big to bring the buzz back. The new 14.6-megapixel Pentax K7 DSLR should do that. Pentax system owners should be very happy and other digital SLR owners might be a little jealous. It may have taken a while for Pentax to produce a new camera. But in July, $1299 will buy you a whole lot of Pentax-badged digital SLR. And yeah - it’s got video.
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Sony announced three new Alpha Digital SLR models, the DSLR-A380, DSLR-A330 and DSLR-A230. These three new DSLRs are designed for first-time digital SLR buyers, making the transition from point-and-shoot to the first steps in DSLR photography easier. The new cameras are smaller, lighter, and easier to use. Read the rest of this entry »

The 2009 Retail Imaging Show will take place on Friday, September 25th, 2009 at the London Marriott on Grosvenor Square from 10:00am - 4:00pm. This exclusive, one day show is ideal for photo/minilabs, consumer electronics, computer/software and AV retailers and gives dealers a fantastic opportunity to arrange the best deals for the right products. Read the rest of this entry »

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Sony announced four new lenses, the DT 18-55mm F/3.5-5.6 standard zoom lens (model SAL-1855), DT 55-200mm F/4-5.6 telephoto zoom lens (model SAL-55200/2), DT 50mm F/1.8 portrait lens (model SAL-50F18) and DT 30mm F/2.8 macro lens (model SAL-30M28) and a new HVL-F20AM compact external flash. Read the rest of this entry »

 
Nikon launched their second VSLR (video DSLR) attack a few weeks ago with the announcement of the 12-megapixel, 720p HD D5000. A D5000 review camera arrived on our doorstep this week and this preview is based on what we’ve learned from that camera. The Nikon D5000 has the same sensor as the D90 with a simplified set of controls. The standout feature on the new camera is the new 2.7-inch Vari-angle LCD display - the first tilt-swivel LCD on a Nikon digital SLR. This isn’t a perfect analogy, but the new D5000 is sort of like D60 with a Vari-angle LCD and a D90 sensor. The suggested retail price is $730 without a lens and $850 in a kit with the AF-S 18-55 f/3.5-5.6G VR Nikkor lens.

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The Sigma zoom lens reviews are some of the most viewed user reviews on PhotographyREVIEW.com. I chose to feature this Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 EX Aspherical DG DF zoom lens review because of its detail and because of the photographer’s obvious experience. Reviews by community members are the foundation of PhotographyREVIEW.com. Share your experience with other photographers by writing reviews for your cameras and other photo gear. You don’t have to be an expert - everyone’s opinion counts.

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Alan Davis and I have mountain biked together, taken pictures together and worked for each other - me as a freelance photographer and writer when he was editor of the now defunct Mountain Biking magazine; and Alan contributed a pro review for the Lowepro Primus AW camera backpack to this site. We see each other a few times a year at mountain bike races and tradeshows and connect regularly via the magic of the Internet and cell phones. One of our regular meetings is the annual Sea Otter Classic in Monterey, California. It’s sort of the season-opener for the North America cycling community. It’s also one of the first events of the year where all the cycling photographers get to check in with each other, hang out, compare notes, and talk some sh**. This year I asked Alan if he’d like to share some of the reality of covering an event like the Sea Otter Classic. My mini-interview with photographer Alan Davis follows…
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Today, Canon announced its Live Learning education program for photographers who use or are interested in Canon’s line of EOS products. There will be two different categories of classes and workshops available, the Canon Live Learning EOS Essentials and EOS Extras. Read the rest of this entry »

Every mother wants to keep pictures of her loved ones close to her, so cameras and photographs make ideal Mother’s Day gifts.

When it comes to finding the perfect gift for your mom – and don’t forget grandmothers and wives! – there are many photographic options, from cameras and accessories to prints and collectibles. We’ve come a long way since the days of photo calendars and coffee mugs. Here are some gift ideas sure to please every mother on your list (including a few do-it-yourself options for kids and the budget-minded).

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