“A fine choice for DSLR novices.” Photocrati has posted their review of the Sony Alpha DSLR-A550 (and A500), with 14.2MP resolution (on a 23.4 x 15.6 mm APS CMOS Sensor), in-camera Sensor-shift Image...
Archive - October 2009
Amazon Kindle Is Now International, but not in Canada
After receiving an email announcing that Kindle is now “International,” we eagerly posted the announcement on Photoxels (see below). This morning, I decided to check what photography books can be downloaded...
Canon IXUS 120 IS / SD940 IS Review @ PhotographyBLOG
“There’s an added degree of user friendliness provided by the hints and tips text bubbles, helping along any first timers.” PhotographyBLOG has posted their review of the Canon PowerShot SD940 IS /...
How to Frame a Picture @ TrustedReviews
TrustedReviews has posted a tutorial on how to frame a picture. Read the How to frame a picture tutorial at: TrustedReviews Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)...
Panasonic GF1 Review @ DigitalCameraReview
“[A]n easy choice to make.” DigitalCameraReview has published their review of the Panasonic GF1 [Specs], a 12.1MP Micro Four-Thirds Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera available with either the LUMIX G...
Google Street View Shows Twin CN Towers
Google Street View Maps became available this month in Toronto, Ontario, Canada — and already embarrasing glitches are showing up, such as twin CN Towers. The surprising thing is not that an amateurish photo...
Canon SX120 IS Review @ DigitalCameraReview
“[L]ooking for a camera with great optics, excellent image quality, full manual control, and a reasonable price tag, then the SX120 IS is a no-brainer.” DigitalCameraReview has posted their review of the...
Sony World Photography Awards Global Tour Exhibition 2009/2010 comes to Toronto
The Sony World Photography Awards is now showing in Toronto from October 6 to 20 on its global tour. In 2009, Canadian photographer Julian Abram Wainwright won a SWPA and his work will be on display along with the other...
I Want THIS Camera!
Forget about the M9, I want THIS camera! Mounted under the belly of a Tornado GR4, the “Raptor” (Reconnaissance Airborne Pod for Tornado) can zoom into details 75 miles away. For those who like to take low...
Nikon D300s Review @ KenRockwell
“If I shot DX, this is Nikon’s best camera ever.” KenRockwell has published their review of the Nikon D300s [Specs], a digital SLR camera with 12.3MP (23.6 x 15.8 mm CMOS), PASM, large bright...
Canon IXUS 200 IS / SD980 IS Review @ PhotographyBLOG
“Fun and surprisingly intuitive to use.” PhotographyBLOG has posted their review of the Canon PowerShot SD980 IS / IXUS 200 IS [Specs], an ultra compact digital camera with 12.1MP resolution (1/2.3-in. CCD)...
Samsung WB500 Review @ TrustedReviews
“The new Samsung WB500 is an extremely impressive camera for the price.” TrustedReviews has published their review of the Samsung WB500 [QuickPrice Check – UK], an ultra zoom with the first 24mm ultra...
Panasonic GF1 Review @ PhotographyBLOG
“One of my favourite cameras of 2009.” PhotographyBLOG has published their review of the Panasonic GF1 [Specs], a 12.1MP Micro Four-Thirds Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera available with either the LUMIX...
Just What (or Who) Is the Leica M9?
Rarely has a new digital camera ignited such passion and unabashed profession of love. During the weeks since the Leica M9 [Specs] was introduced, rave reviews have been posted about this camera. I leave you with these...
Fujifilm F70EXR Review @ Photoxels
Just Posted! Fujifilm FinePix F70EXR Review The Fujifilm FinePix F70EXR is Fujifilm’s first compact long zoom digital camera and, at 22.7mm (0.9 in.) thin, is slim enough to carry in a trousers pocket. The Super...
Pentax K-7 Review @ Luminous Landscape
“I found the Pentax K7 to be a competent camera… It just failed to light my fire.” Luminous Landscape has just published their review of the Pentax K-7 DSLR [Specs], with 14.6MP resolution (on a 23.4 x...
Canon SX120 IS Review @ DigitalCameraInfo
“The SX120 does provide a great amount of control for the user.” DigitalCameraInfo has posted their review of the Canon PowerShot SX120 IS [Specs], a compact ultra zoom digital camera with 10MP resolution...
Leica M9 Review @ KenRockwell
“The LEICA M9 has the best image quality, the best portability, and is the easiest and fastest camera to use today.” KenRockwell has published their review of the Leica M9 [Specs], a full-frame (36 x 24mm)...
Kodak Zi8 Review @ Steve’s Digicams
“Incredibly easy to use.” Steve’s Digicams has published their review of the Kodak Zi8 HD Pocket Video Camera [QuickPrice Check], with 1.6MP (1 / 4.5-in. CMOS), 6.3 mm, f/2.8, fixed focus [35 mm...
Sunset Photography can be dangerous to your reputation
A photographer harmlessly snapping a sunset from his window was quizzed by police who feared he may be taking pictures of children. [ Read whole article at: Mail Online ] [ via British Journal of Photography ] Share on...
Fashion models are out, real women are in, at Brigitte Magazine
German women magazine, Brigitte, asks its photographers to shoot only ‘real life’ women, banning all professional models from appearing in its pages. The women featured in Brigitte Magazine from next year...