KODAK Gallery Now Offering KODAK Digital Picture Frames and KODAK Picture Cards Preloaded With Your Favorite Gallery Photos
Sharing pictures has never been easier—open the box, plug it in and enjoy the show!

EMERYVILLE, California, May 13 — KODAK Gallery, a leading online photo service with 70 million members worldwide, today announced that members can now purchase KODAK Digital Picture Frames preloaded with up to 100 of their favorite Gallery photos. It only takes a few clicks online to choose the frame you want, select your pictures and Gallery will load the pictures on the frame and ship the package directly to you or your friends and family members.

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Kodak Expands Inkjet Portfolio and Retail Availability with the New ESP 5 All-in-One Printer
Kodak Printers Receive Top Scores in Cost-of-Printing and Print Permanence

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Apr. 24 — Eastman Kodak Company (NYSE: EK) continues to change the way the world prints at home with its new KODAK ESP 5 All-in-One (AiO) Printer. The newest device in Kodak’s consumer inkjet printer portfolio offers the latest in design and performance, providing a high-quality, easy-to-use printing system at a significant value. It leverages Kodak’s premium, low-cost ink that allow consumers to print more photos and documents for their money.

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A news story appeared a few days ago (March 6th - Amateur Photographer UK ) about a deal between Vivitar and Kodak to make new Kodak-branded 35mm cameras, including a 35mm SLR. A couple days later, Kodak’s UK communications people denied the story, which was based on a Vivitar press release. Regardless of whether Kodak and Vivitar have a partnership to build and sell new cameras, the story brings up some interesting questions. Kodak has recently been actively promoting and adding to their professional film line, spreading the message that they are in the film business for the long haul. And interest in film is on the rise. No one expects film to come back and replace digital cameras. But many pro photographers prefer film for certain types of work. And I’m actually seeing younger photographers, who learned with digital cameras, discovering the magic of film and the darkroom. So it doesn’t surprise me that there would be some interest in a new 35mm SLR camera.

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2008 PMA Coverage Complete

The 2008 PMA camera and photography tradeshow was held a couple of weeks ago in Las Vegas, Nevada. Read about the most interesting new photography products, product trends, film news, and more in my 2008 PMA Final Report. Four of us attended the show for PhotographyREVIEW.com. Check out the 20 articles we posted on digital cameras, lenses, software, camera cases, and even GPS for digital photographers! There are also over 20 videos demonstrating new digital cameras, cool camera features like Smile Detection, new camera cases, and more. Visit the 2008 PMA Gallery for almost 200 photos of new products, booths, and general show action.

2008 PMA Camera Tradeshow Final Report
2008 PMA Videos
2008 PMA Gallery
All 2008 PMA Tradeshow Coverage

Kodak Enhances All Single Use Cameras with the New KODAK ULTRA MAX 800 Film, Offering Brighter, More Vibrant Colors
New Single Use Cameras Part of Broader Consumer Film Portfolio Improvements

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Jan. 14 — At the Photo Marketing Association’s Annual Conference and Exposition Jan. 31 – Feb. 3, Eastman Kodak Company will showcase its family of single use cameras, all of which will include the next generation of KODAK ULTRA MAX 800-speed color film. KODAK ULTRA MAX 800 Film, the best 800-speed film for low light and fast action, now offers even brighter colors. With more than 90 percent of Americans using single use cameras as a complement to their more expensive cameras, according to a study conducted by Kodak, the new offerings help retailers provide consumers relevant solutions for their picture-taking experience.

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Kodak Introduces Improved Versions of its KODAK PROFESSIONAL PORTRA 400-Speed Color Negative Films
Technology innovations result in finer grain and better scanning

ROCHESTER, N.Y., and TAMPA, Fla, Jan. 7 — In a move that underscores its ongoing support of the professional photography market, Eastman Kodak Company (NYSE:EK) today announced improved versions of its KODAK PROFESSIONAL PORTRA 400NC and 400VC films. Attendees at Imaging USA can see the latest enhancements to the award winning KODAK PROFESSIONAL PORTRA color negative film family, which build on the successful introduction of improved PORTRA films in 2006. The finer grain of the PORTRA 400NC and 400VC films, combined with the spectacular skin tone of the entire portfolio, enable professional photographers to create striking, breathtaking photographs.

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Kodak Brings Smart Technology to the 2008 International Consumer Electronics Show
Kodak Unveils a Robust Portfolio of High Definition Digital Cameras Featuring Touch Screen Technology and a New Addition to its Revolutionary All-in-One Printer Line – Now with Facial Retouch Software

Las Vegas, NV, Jan. 7 – Eastman Kodak Company (NYSE:EK) today announced a suite of new products that once again delivers on the company’s enduring brand promise of making photography easy and enjoyable - this time with smart digital technology that encourages consumers to explore their creativity without compromising on image or print quality.

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Kodak Brings Smart Technology to the 2008 International Consumer Electronics Show
Kodak Unveils a Robust Portfolio of High Definition Digital Cameras Featuring Touch Screen Technology and a New Addition to its Revolutionary All-in-One Printer Line – Now with Facial Retouch Software

Las Vegas, NV, Jan. 7 – Eastman Kodak Company (NYSE:EK) today announced a suite of new products that once again delivers on the company’s enduring brand promise of making photography easy and enjoyable - this time with smart digital technology that encourages consumers to explore their creativity without compromising on image or print quality.

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