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44% of those who own a Digital Camera with Video Never Use it

March 14th, 2010

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Over the last few weeks we’ve been asking readers whether they use the video feature on their digital camera.
While the largest response was ‘My Camera Doesn’t Have Video’ (35%) the break down between the other three responses was interesting. …

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The Canons of Navarone

March 14th, 2010

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Something interesting has happened in the world of photography: Canon currently have two cameras on the market, at basically exactly the same price point. The Canon 550D (EOS Rebel T2i) costs £705 in the UK and $799 in the US, whilst the Canon EOS 50D…

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Hasselblad H4D40 First Impressions

March 11th, 2010

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During WPPI I had the pleasure of meeting the president of Hasselblad USA and, getting my hands on the new Hasselblad H4D40.
The 40 megapixel camera is a design marvel. It features a CCD sensor by Kodak and performs well in low light, it has a very wi…

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Tamron Video – Autofocus functions and modes

March 10th, 2010

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In this video, Andrew from Tamron discusses the autofocus features of modern DSLRs and the different autofocus modes that are available. You will also learn when and how to use the different types of autofocus systems within your camera.

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Pentax Introduces the 645D – A Game Changer?

March 9th, 2010

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by Peter Zack
  
Press release image from Hoya Corp of the new Pentax 645D.(Click for beautiful size.)
The new Pentax 645D is finally here, having just been officially introduced by Pentax. For the serious Pro (landscape, outdoor, portrait, fashion, …

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For the Canon Shooter Who Has Everything

March 8th, 2010

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by Miserere
  
My friend Eli pointed this out to me, from the blokes at Canon Rumours: A Canon-L 70-200mm f/2.8 lens thermos. Full story at PDN Pulse; apparently they were being handed out at the Winter Olympics. There’s even a Facebook page about …

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Giotto’s Vitruvian tripod, true genius

March 7th, 2010

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Now, whilst I’ve not tried one of these new Giotto’s Vitruvian tripods, they certainly look quite good – what’s your opinion?
Giottos Tripods on Amazon
Giotto's tripod folded
Giotto Vitruvian tripod – PRESS RELEASE
Inspired by Leonardo da…

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Leica S2 – First Impression Review

March 7th, 2010

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This Review of the Leica S2 is a guest Post by Justin de Deney from Camera Advice.

Invitation to Leica
A Lamborghini speeds by as I cross Berkley Square, on my way to the Leica showroom in the heart of Mayfair, central London. I have received an invit…

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Polarizing Filters – I Use B+W

March 6th, 2010

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I received a question about circular polarizers from Photofocus reader David Katzbeck (as well as several other people in our audience,) so I decided to answer it here on the website.
Here’s the question: “What polarizer do you use? If it’s B+W,…

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Camera Bag Recommendations: What’s Yours?

March 3rd, 2010

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We ran this question/discussion just on two years ago now but a lot of new camera bags are now on the market so it’s time to do it again.
What camera bag do you use and recommend – and why?

Do you use a brand like Crumpler, Tamrac or Lowpro OR do …

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