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Archive - June 2009
Olympus E-620 Review @ LetsGoDigital
LetsGoDigital has published their review of the Olympus E-620 DSLR [Specs], a DSLR that "provide[s] a stunningly wide array of options and clever functionalities" with 12.3MP resolution (on a 17.3 x 13.0 mm...
Pittsburgh Penguins Stanley Cup Champs!
How the mighty has fallen! The mighty Detroit Red Wings bowed to the come back kids. Congratulations to the Pittsburgh Penguins, Stanley Cup Champion! Changing coach midway, a team in disarray straightening the ship...
Nikon D5000 Review @ DigitalCameraInfo
"The best image noise performance in our test group." DigitalCameraInfo has published their review of the full-frame Nikon D5000 [Specs]: – 12.3 megapixel DX format CMOS sensor – Low noise from ISO...
Understanding Graduated Neutral Density Filters
Luminous Landscape has published an excellent tutorial on the why and how of using Graduated Neutral Density Filters. This is a must-read if you own a DSLR and want to improve the dynamic range of your pictures. Click...
Nikon D5000 Review @ DPReview
"The image quality is undeniably impressive." DPReview has published their review of the full-frame Nikon D5000 [Specs]: – 12.3 megapixel DX format CMOS sensor – Low noise from ISO 200 to ISO 3200...
Sony H20 Review @ PhotographyBLOG
PhotographyBLOG has published their review (with sample images) of the Sony H20 [QuickPrice Check], an ultra zoom that "achieve[s] maximum user satisfaction with a minimum of frustration" with 10.1M resolution...
The Camera Van
Slow day today… check out Harrod Blank’s Camera Van, with more than 2,500 cameras covering the inside and outside… Wonder what went through Harrod’s mind when this project dawned on him? These...
Panasonic GH1 Review @ PhotographyBLOG
PhotographyBLOG has posted their review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 [Specs], now with HD Movie 1920×1080 @ 24fps (or 1280×720 @ 60fps), stereo sound, 12.1MP resolution (on a 17.3 x 13.0 mm Live MOS Sensor)...
Ricoh CX1 Review @ DCRP (dcresource)
DCRP (dcresource) has posted their review of the Ricoh Caplio CX1 [QuickPrice Check] (available from Amazon UK), with 9.29MP resolution, Sensor-shift Image Stabilization, 7.1x optical zoom (28-200mm equiv.), 3.0-in...
Panasonic GH1 Review @ Imaging Resource
Imaging Resource has posted their review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 [Specs], an “excellent digital camera” now with HD Movie 1920×1080 @ 24fps (or 1280×720 @ 60fps), stereo sound, 12.1MP...
Sony T900 Review @ DigitalCameraInfo
DigitalCameraInfo has published their review of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 [QuickPrice Check], a “gorgeous camera with some strong points” featuring 12.1MP resolution (1/2.3-in. CCD), 4x optical zoom (35...
Olympus Digital PEN Teaser 4
Here is the 4th installment of the teaser for the new Olympus micro G digital camera on the Olympus Asia site. They are basically following the history of the Pen camera. The next teaser is next Tuesday, June 16, 2009...
PBlog Editor Joins the Elite Club
PhotographyBLOG editor Mark Goldstein joined the elite club June 8, 2009 of photographers stopped by Police for taking photos of iconic landmarks. Funny thing was that a few meters away, two officers were getting their...
Casio EX-S12 Review @ Steve’s Digicams
Steve’s Digicams has published their review of the Casio Exilim EX-S12 [QuickPrice Check], with "excellent image quality," 12.1M resolution (on a 1/2.3-inch square pixel CCD), 3x optical zoom (36-108mm...
Canon SD970 IS Review @ DigitalCameraReview
DigitalCameraReview has posted their review of the Canon PowerShot SD970 IS [Specs], an ultra compact digital camera where "image quality and color fidelity are first rate" with its 12.1MP resolution (1/2.3-in...
Sony T90 Review @ Steve’s Digicams
Steve’s Digicams has published their review of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 [QuickPrice Check], an ultra slim digital camera offering “good overall image quality” with its 12.1MP resolution (1/2.3-in...
Sony W230 Review @ Steve’s Digicams
Steve’s Digicams has published their review of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 [QuickPrice Check], a “decent 12-megapixel ultra-compact model” with its 12.1MP resolution (1/2.3-in. CCD), 4x optical zoom...
Canon EOS T1i / 500D Review @ DPReview
DPReview has published their review of the Canon EOS Rebel T1i / 500D [Specs], a DSLR which is "the currently best specced camera in the segment," featuring 15.1MP resolution (on a 22.3 x 14.9 mm CMOS sensor)...
Panasonic Canada Announces Lumix GH1 Pricing
PANASONIC ANNOUNCES PRICING FOR LUMIX GH1, A NEW MICRO FOUR THIRDS DIGITAL CAMERA WITH FULL-HIGH DEFINITION VIDEO RECORDING CAPABILITY Mississauga, ON (June 8, 2009) – Panasonic Canada Inc. today announced pricing for...
Jay Leno’s 3D Printer
Now that he is not hosting the Tonight Show anymore, Jay Leno has more time to write articles. In this one on Popular Mechanics, he shows how he uses a 3D printer to “print” out old parts for his many...