Nikon SB-910 Speedlight

Nikon Canada today announced the release of the company’s flagship Speedlight, the SB-910. Built to provide a new level of flexibility and portable lighting functionality, this latest addition to Nikon’s Creative Lighting System (CLS) is fast, powerful, and easy-to-use.

Some of the key features of the SB-910 include:

• A new Thermal Cut-out function that offers protection against damage to the flash panel and body that can be caused by overheating during continuous flash use
• Hard-type colour compensation filters for fluorescent and incandescent colour temperature balancing
• Three illumination patterns (standard, centre-weighted, and even)
• A wide zoom range that covers most popular focal lengths
• FX-DX-format identification that optimizes zoom settings based on the camera body
• A dedicated Menu button with quick access to custom settings
• An improved LCD screen graphic user interface
• Ability to be used as an on-camera flash, wireless commander, or remote

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New Nikon SB-910 Speedlight Harnesses Powerful Flexibility and Control for the Revolutionary Creative Lighting System

New Nikon SB-910 offers advanced flash technology and intelligent features

Mississauga, ON, November 29, 2011 – Today, Nikon Canada announced the addition of a new flagship Speedlight, the powerful and capable SB-910. Building on the versatility of Nikon’s Creative Lighting System (CLS), the SB-910 incorporates an enhanced intuitive operating system and graphic user interface (GUI). The SB-910 Speedlight comes equipped with a wide zoom range covering the most popular focal lengths as well as FX/DX-format identification that optimizes zoom settings based on the camera body. This new Speedlight also provides a more efficient flash coverage and use of batteries as well as an enhanced Thermal Cut-Out function.

“Nikon’s new flagship Speedlight, the SB-910, provides exceptional high performance and creative versatility, which is exactly what users expect from Nikon’s Creative Lighting System,” said Gregory Flasch, National Advertising and Communications Manager at Nikon Canada. “The SB-910 delivers a new level of portable lighting functionality, with performance and intelligent features that adapt to a wide range of lighting challenges.”

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Olympus PEN Mini E-PM1

“The E-PM1 doesn’t quite perform up to the same standard as the flagship E-P3, but with a substantially lower price point, that’s to be expected.”

We’ve added another Olympus PEN E-PM1 [QuickPrice Check] review to our Reviews Matrix.

DigitalCameraInfo has published their review of the Olympus PEN Mini E-PM1, an Interchangeable Lens Camera with 12.3MP resolution (on a 17.3 x 13.0 mm High Speed Live MOS Sensor), Sensor-shift Image Stabilization, Dust Reduction, an extra large 3.0-in. LCD (460k-dot), Full HD Movie (1920×1080/60i) with stereo sound, Intelligent AUTO (auto scene recognition), PASM modes, Scene Modes, Shutter speed range of 60 – 1/4000 sec. plus Bulb (up to 30 mins), Continuous Shooting at 5.5fps, RAW file format, a hot shoe, and Art Filter.

You can read the Olympus E-PM1 Review @ DigitalCameraInfo.

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Samsung NX200

“[The Samsung NX200] occupies an enviable position in the market, rivalling key competitors like the Sony NEX-7 at a much cheaper cost, whilst outperforming the Micro Four Thirds crowd in terms of image quality at a similar price-point.”

We’ve added a new Samsung NX200 Review to our Reviews Matrix.

PhotographyBLOG has published their review of the Samsung NX200, a compact mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera (ILC) with 20.3MP on an APS-C CMOS (23.5 x 15.7 mm) image sensor, 3.0-in. AMOLED (Active Matrix Organic Light Emitting Diode) display screen (614k-dot), Smart AUTO, PASM, Scene modes, i-Function, Smart Filters, In-Camera Panorama, RAW file, Continuous Shooting 7fps, and HD movie 1920 x 1080 @ 30fps with stereo sound.

You can read the Samsung NX200 Review @ PhotographyBLOG.

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Pentax Optiio RZ18

“The [Pentax] RZ18 packs a versatile zoom lens and produces decent pictures.”

We’ve added a new Pentax Optio RZ-18 [QuickPrice Check] Review to our Reviews Matrix.

ePHOTOzine has published their review of the Pentax Optio RZ18, an entry-level compact ultra zoom with 16MP resolution (1/2.33-in. CCD), Sensor-shift Image Stabilization, 18x wide-angle optical zoom (25-450mm equiv.), 3.0-in. LCD (460k-dot), Auto Picture mode, Program AE, Face Detection, optional infrared remote control (sold separately), and HD 720p Movie 1280×720 @ 30fps.

You can read the Pentax Optio RZ18 Review @ ePHOTOzine.

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PRESERVING PATAGONIA

Join Conservation Photojournalist Bridget Besaw, in collaboration with Leica for a week amidst her six month project documenting the preservation and stewardship of the Aysen region of Patagonia in partnership with the Patagonia Sur Foundation, whose objective is to support and promote social and economic development in Chilean Patagonia, in concert with the protection and conservation of the region’s natural resources.

When: March 3-10, 2012
Where: Aysen region of Patagonia, Chile
Price: $5,800

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LEICA CAMERA AND SEEDLIGHT WORKSHOPS HOST “PRESERVING PATAGONIA” CONSERVATION AND TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP

Conservation Photojournalist Bridget Besaw leads weeklong experience in Chilean Patagonia

Allendale, NJ (November 29, 2011) – Leica Camera, Inc., the legendary German camera manufacturer, is collaborating with Seedlight Workshops, developer of environmental photography workshops, to host “Preserving Patagonia: Conservation Photography with the Patagonia Sur Foundation.” Taking place March 3-10, 2012 in Chilean Patagonia, this experiential workshop is led by Conservation Photojournalist Bridget Besaw. Throughout the week, participants learn documentary and travel photography techniques and capture all aspects of the story of Patagonia conservation in breathtaking quality with Leica Camera’s flagship M9 and M9-P digital rangefinder cameras as well as the entire portfolio of lenses.

“We are very excited to partner with Bridget Besaw for this incomparable travel experience,” said Christian Erhardt, Vice President of Marketing at Leica Camera, Inc. “A Leica in hand, participants interpret and capture fleeting moments to document the planet’s natural resources and the people who work, play and steward Patagonia’s impressive and irreplaceable landscape.”

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From smithee11

Here’s another cheap virtual trip you and your family can take in these tough economic times [though the amount some of you spent Black Friday/Cyber Monday could fool us that we are still living in very precarious economic times] courtesy of Google Earth and some nifty 3D models.

Google, are you guys working on a future Google Earth/StreetView that takes us to a LIVE view of wherever and whatever we are searching for? Imagine…

Read the article at: psfk.

From CorridorDigital

This could be dubbed the “Art Attack” sequel when Niko goes on the attack to destroy all Art to avenge the death of his twin brother by a rogue street painting. Lots of fun ensues.

In this high octane video, art comes alive and fights its creator, seemingly having the upper hand until the latter drops his gloves and decides to fight art with art. He paints an ingenous trap that crushes the evil art. Flushed with victory, he walks away…

via vvv

Don’t forget to watch the original sequence after the fold as well as the cool behind the scenes.

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Nikon Coolpix AW100

“For most users seeking an adventure-proof upgrade, it’s hard to go wrong with the Nikon Coolpix AW100, our overall best rugged camera of 2011.”

We’ve just added another Nikon COOLPIX AW100 [QuickPrice Check] Review to our Reviews Matrix.

DigitalCameraInfo has published their review of the Nikon AW100, an ultra compact perfect for those with an active lifestyle and featuring 16MP resolution (on a 1/2.3-in. CMOS), 5x wide-angle optical zoom (28-140mm equiv.), Optical Image Stabilization, 3.0-in. LCD (460k-dot), Program AE, Scene Modes, GPS + Electronic compass, Action Control (when wearing gloves), in-camera special effects, and Full HD 1920x1080p @ 30fps.

You can read the Nikon AW100 Review @ DigitalCameraInfo.

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Canon PowerShot S100

“Canon’s PowerShot S100 makes a number of key improvements to its predecessor to become one of the best pocket cameras for enthusiasts.”

We’ve added another Canon PowerShot S100 [QuickPrice Check] Review to our Reviews Matrix.

CameraLabs has published his review of the Canon S100, with 12.1MP resolution (1/1.7-in CMOS), 5x ultra wide-angle optical zoom (24-120mm equiv.), optical Image Stabilization, bright f/2.0 maximum aperture, customizable Control Ring (around lens), large 3.0-in. LCD (461K-dot), PASM modes, Scene Modes, RAW, High Sensitivity System (ISO 6400), ND Filter, GPS, and Full HD 1080p Movie 1920 x 1080 @ 24fps with stereo sound, optical zooming during recording and high speed capture at 240fps (super slow motion playback).

Read the Canon S100 Review @ CameraLabs.

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