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Canon 1000D Rumors?

Posted on 14 May 2008 by Brandon

Could we see a cheaper version of the Canon Rebel Xsi? Continue Reading

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Cameras that look like guns

Posted on 03 May 2008 by Brandon

These are so cool. Continue Reading

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Canon 1Ds Mark III firmware update 1.1.2

Posted on 02 May 2008 by AskthePhotographer

Canon has released a firmware update for the Canon 1Ds Mark III that promises improved focus and a new custom function for the back toggle that will control the focus points. (its about time!) Continue Reading

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Canon 1D Mark III firmware update 1.2.3

Posted on 02 May 2008 by Dustin

Canon just released a firmware update that includes new custom function for to you the toggle for setting focus points and also they promise  that it will improve the stability of AF accuracy in AI servo AF mode when shooting. Continue Reading

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Convert your Sigma SD14 into an IR camera

Posted on 21 April 2008 by Brandon

Sigma has announced that you can easily convert the Sigma SD14 into an infrared camera by using a very simple procedure. Continue Reading

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Canon releases firmware update for 40D

Posted on 08 April 2008 by Brandon

 Got a 40D? Time for an update!

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Canon raises money for British Red Cross

Posted on 05 April 2008 by Brandon

Here’s a nice human interest story, Canon has raised over 27,000 pounds for the British Red Cross after donating five pounds from the sale of each red Canon PowerShot A460. Continue Reading

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Polaroid releases new camera

Posted on 04 April 2008 by Brandon

In an effort to get more beginning photographers interested, Polaroid has announced the launch of their new basic digital camera, the i535. Continue Reading

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Getting a grip on the Canon Digital IXUS 970 IS

Posted on 29 March 2008 by Brandon

Cnet has managed to test out the IXUS 970 IS and they’re in awe of it’s… appearance. Continue Reading

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Hands on with the Sony A350 and A700

Posted on 28 March 2008 by Brandon

CNet has got lots to say about some of the latest offerings from Sony after getting their mitts on the two camera bodies.

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Sony’s 25 megapixel camera to be released in August/September

Posted on 22 March 2008 by Brandon

Here’s the big one. Sony’s massive 25 megapixel camera is supposed to be hitting a store near you around August or September. Continue Reading

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Canon releases three new point and shoots.

Posted on 13 March 2008 by Brandon

If you’re looking for a new camera, you might want to keep an eye out for three new image-stabilized point-and-shoots that Canon just released. Say hello to the Powershot SD 890 IS, SD 790 IS and SD770 IS. Continue Reading

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More Canon 5D Mark II information released

Posted on 13 March 2008 by Brandon

Boy, when it rains it pours. Here’s more information on the Canon 5D Mark II… Continue Reading

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Canon fixes EOS-1D Mark III autofocus problem with firmware update

Posted on 06 March 2008 by Brandon

It looks like Canon has been moving pretty strongly to ensure that this autofocusing problem is fixed on their flagship camera. Continue Reading

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Olympus E420 launched

Posted on 06 March 2008 by Brandon

It’s the world’s smallest and lightest DSLR on the market, packing a 10-megapixel resolution and will retail for 600 dollars (with a lens). Say hello to the Olympus E420… Continue Reading

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New Canon Mark III without the blue dot coming soon

Posted on 04 March 2008 by AskthePhotographer

Good news on the horizon. I received a motivating call from a reliable source that works at a major camera store. He told me there will be a new Canon Mark III very soon.I am actually going to be able to trade in my (first generation) mark III for the newest version that does not have a blue dot. Continue Reading

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Sony Cyber-shot roundup

Posted on 26 February 2008 by Brandon

Sony has announced the release of two new Cyber-shots, the DSC-H50 and the DSC-W300, and it’s looking as though we’ve got a double whammy on our hands. Continue Reading

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Canon 1D Mark IIIN by Fall 08

Posted on 20 February 2008 by AskthePhotographer

It’s time for “Overheard Theater”, where we received a “tip” from a photographer who “Overheard” something.

This week, it’s between a freelance photographer and a Sports Illustrated Photographer at a PGA golf tournament in California.

–(Setting-the 16th green)

Freelance Photog-”Shooting with two Nikons instead of Canon now?”

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Terapixel cameras with duckies on it

Posted on 20 February 2008 by Brandon

What is a terapixel? A big, big, big piece of information. One terapixel is equivalent to a million megapixels. Some of the world’s most advanced cameras have terapixel resolutions but their usually not in general use. However, a Chinese company has released a 5.5 terapixel camera that’s a cute blue color with duckies on it. Wow.

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Link of the Day: Refurbished Cameras

Posted on 18 February 2008 by Brandon

Need an SLR? Don’t have a whole lot of money? Sonystyle.com has you covered, as it’s selling refurbished cameras for a discounted price.

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A look at the Sigma DP1

Posted on 18 February 2008 by Brandon

Sigma’s digital camera that’s the size of a point-and-shoot but packs the punch of an SLR just got a whole lot cooler with this in-depth look at the DP1’s features.

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Get a free Sony camera on Eos Airlines

Posted on 16 February 2008 by Brandon

Better book your flight right now because Eos Airlines if offering free Sony cybershots to people booking round-trip flights before February 29.

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Fisheye 2 Compact Camera reinventing the fisheye perspective

Posted on 14 February 2008 by Brandon

Like the look of fisheye lens shots? It’s about to get a whole lot better. Continue Reading

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The toughest point-and-shoot camera in the world

Posted on 13 February 2008 by Brandon

You wont have to worry about dropping this camera, it can take it. Continue Reading

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Going Biking: Nikon’s new ad campaign

Posted on 13 February 2008 by Brandon

In an effort to promote their new D3 camera, Nikon has come up with some pretty impressive ads demonstrating the camera’s ability to capture action at high speeds. Just how fast did the D3 go? Motorcycle road-racing fast. We hope you brought your helmet. Continue Reading

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Camera companies to use geotagging?

Posted on 12 February 2008 by Brandon

We’re on a tagging binge here at Askthephotographer.com. Several camera execs have expressed their interest in geotagging or were showing off technology that had the geotagging feature at PMA 2008. What is geotagging? It’s when digital photos are labeled with the location where the image was taken.

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Canon might use Iris Identification as Biometric Digital Watermarking

Posted on 12 February 2008 by Brandon

The future is apparently here, Canon might use Iris identification in their cameras as Biometric Digital Watermarking. That means that each of your photos would be marked with biometric information as to help keep your images copyrighted. (Photo by Scott Robinson)

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Polaroid leaves the film industry

Posted on 09 February 2008 by Brandon

Remember those iconic Polaroid cameras of the 1980s and 1990s? Who doesn’t have a scrapbook full of developed Polaroids lying around? That’s all coming to an end.

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Mid-range digital cameras get the job done

Posted on 09 February 2008 by Brandon

Want something a little more potent than a point-and-shoot but don’t want to shell out the money for a true blue DSLR. You may want to check out this mid-range digital camera review by CBS. Continue Reading

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How to buy a DSLR

Posted on 08 February 2008 by Brandon

Looking to upgrade into the Digital SLR era? We’ve got the info you need before your big purchase. Continue Reading

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