“A terrific DSLR for beginners with masses of headroom for those learning the ropes. Score: 4/5” TechRadar has just published their review of the Pentax K-x DSLR [Specs], with 12.4MP resolution (on a 23.6 x...
Archive - 2009
Overcoming Photographer’s Block
If your photography has become stale and you need some ideas on how to get the creative juices flowing again, John Sevigny offers 5 tried and proven steps. [ Read Overcoming Photographer’s Block at: BlackStar...
Canon EOS 7D Review @ PhotographyBLOG
“The [Canon EOS] 7D is a fantastic APS-C DSLR.” PhotographyBLOG has posted their review of the Canon EOS 7D [Specs], a Digital SLR camera with 19MP resolution using an APS-C size (22.3 x 14.9 mm) CMOS...
Nikon Announces D3s
Nikon Continues Imaging Evolution with D3s, Instituting New Levels of Power and Performance for Professional Photographers Redefining digital SLR photography possibilities with extreme ISO sensitivity for stills and...
Nikon Canada Announces AF-S DX Micro 85mm f/3.5 ED VR Lens for Extreme Close-up Photography
Nikon Canada Launches New AF-S DX Micro 85mm f/3.5 ED VR Lens Medium telephoto lens designed for extreme close-up photography Mississauga, ON, October 14, 2009 – Nikon Canada today introduced the new medium telephoto AF...
Nikon D3s Feature Highlights
Nikon Canada has announced the new D3s digital SLR camera, enabling new opportunities in low-light photography with extreme ISO sensitivity for stills and video. Here are the feature highlights: ISO performance: ISO...
Nikon D3s Hands-on Preview @ LetsGoDigital
LetsGoDigital has published their brief hands-on preview of the Nikon D3s, a pro-level digital SLR camera with a standard ISO performance of 12,800, expandable to an amazing ISO 102,400, which is also applicable to its...
Nikon D3s Preview @ Imaging Resource
Imaging Resource has published their preview of the Nikon D3s, a pro-level digital SLR camera with a standard ISO performance of 12,800, expandable to an amazing ISO 102,400, which is also applicable to its HD Movie...
Nikon D3s Brief Hands-on Preview @ DPReview
DPReview has published their brief hands-on preview of the Nikon D3s, a pro-level digital SLR camera with a standard ISO performance of 12,800, expandable to an amazing ISO 102,400, which is also applicable to its HD...
Panasonic GF1 Review @ Imaging Resource
“The Panasonic GF1 will be irresistible for many of our readers.” Imaging Resource has published their review of the Panasonic GF1 [Specs], a 12.1MP Micro Four-Thirds Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera...
Sony A550 Review @ Photocrati
“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...
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)...