Tag Archives: DSLR

Tamron’s 60th anniversary project has started with 60 photographers using B008

Posted on August 17, 2011 by Editor AL

Eternity at a Moment – The Vision of 60 Photographers. In commemoration of the 60th year anniversary of the company‘s establishment, Tamron will begin showing works of 60 photographers on August 30, on a special website made for the anniversary … Continue reading →

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Sigma SD1 DSLR Firmware Upgrade (Version 1.02)

Posted on August 16, 2011 by Editor AL

Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce that firmware Ver.1.02 for the SD1 is now available for download. SIGMA SD1 firmware [Ver.1.02] Benefits of the firmware update Corrects various bugs to achieve more stable operation. Corrects the phenomenon of camera freeze … Continue reading →

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Samyang 7.5mm 1:3.5 MFT – Sample Images Released!

Posted on August 15, 2011 by Editor AL

The long-hoped for Samyang 7.5 mm MFT lens will be finally released at the turn of August and September 2011. Before the expected premiere, we wish to present several exemplary photos taken with the lens and Olympus PEN E-P1. Sample … Continue reading →

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Buying DSLR Lenses on Shoestring Budget?

Posted on August 11, 2011 by Editor AL

As a commercial photographer, I was often asked what are the brand, model, lenses to buy etc. Usually I will recommend based on the user’s applications & purpose of buying the equipment. Recently, many asked me, “hey Allan, what if … Continue reading →

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NIKKOR AF-S DX 40mm f/2.8G Micro

Posted on August 10, 2011 by Editor AL

TOKYO – Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce the release of the AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G, a normal Micro lens for Nikon DX-format digital-SLR cameras offering a focal length of 40mm and a maximum aperture of f/2.8. As … Continue reading →

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Canon Lens Code aka Date Code

Posted on July 27, 2011 by Editor AL

=================================== Advertisement ===================================Canon Lens Code aka Date Code27th July 2011, Singapore – Have you ever wondered what are those letters & numbers at the rear of your Canon lenses stands for? That row of marking painted in grey? Picture: Canon … Continue reading →

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Sony A950/ A99? Following A33, A55 & A77?

Posted on July 4, 2011 by Editor AL

As many had predicted, the much anticipated A700 replacement A77 was announced by Sony and it is not too hard to guess what may be next. A recent update saw the launch “Numeric Replacements” like the A33 to fit into … Continue reading →

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Sony announced the replacement A700, the A77, will be launched this year

Posted on July 3, 2011 by Editor AL

Sony has announced that the long awaited replacement of A700, the A77-SLT will arrive in mid-2011, along with a new kit lens, new flash, new battery grip, and more interesting, a 500mm f / 4 G-series lens. Although not officially … Continue reading →

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Olympus Announced 3 New PEN series cameras and 2 New Zuiko lenses (Part 4)

Posted on July 2, 2011 by Editor AL

They are the long awaited (if not anticipated) OLYMPUS E-P3, OLYMPUS E-PL3 and OLYMPUS E-PM1 & 2 Zuikos, the Olympus MZ12mm and Olympus MZ45mm lenses. This is the final Part of a series of 4. I am covering or rather duplicating what was … Continue reading →

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Olympus Announced 3 New PEN series cameras and 2 New Zuiko lenses (Part 3)

Posted on July 2, 2011 by Editor AL

They are the long awaited (if not anticipated) OLYMPUS E-P3, OLYMPUS E-PL3 and OLYMPUS E-PM1 & 2 Zuikos, the Olympus MZ12mm and Olympus MZ45mm lenses. This is Part 3 of a series of 4. I am covering or rather duplicating what was sent … Continue reading →

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Olympus Announced 3 New PEN series cameras and 2 New Zuiko lenses (Part 2)

Posted on July 2, 2011 by Editor AL

They are the long awaited (if not anticipated) OLYMPUS E-P3, OLYMPUS E-PL3 and OLYMPUS E-PM1 & 2 Zuikos, the Olympus MZ12mm and Olympus MZ45mm lenses. This is Part 2 of a series of 4. I am covering or rather duplicating what was … Continue reading →

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Olympus Announced 3 New PEN series cameras and 2 New Zuiko lenses (Part 1)

Posted on June 30, 2011 by Editor AL

They are the long awaited (if not anticipated) OLYMPUS E-P3, OLYMPUS E-PL3 and OLYMPUS E-PM1 & 2 Zuikos, the Olympus MZ12mm and Olympus MZ45mm lenses. For the sake of reading ease, I have decided to break this news to you by breaking … Continue reading →

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SIGMA APO 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM receives TIPA Best Expert Lens Award

Posted on June 24, 2011 by Editor AL

The Sigma Corporation (COO: Kazuto Yamaki) is pleased to announce that the SIGMA APO 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM, a large aperture telephoto zoom lens optimized for use with the latest digital SLR camera and incorporating Sigma’s original OS … Continue reading →

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Canon U.S.A. Provides Updates On Highly Anticipated EF Lens Availability For 2011

Posted on June 23, 2011 by Editor AL

LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., May, 2011 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging, today announced updated availability dates for five of its EF lenses. Canon EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM lens is scheduled to be available in late July … Continue reading →

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Samyang 35mm 1:1.4 AS UMC with Pentax K and Sony Alpha mount!

Posted on June 22, 2011 by Editor AL

Delta company – sole distributor of  Samyang brand for Europe announces that two new models of Samyang 35 mm 1:1.4 AS UMC are released for sale today. The lens is now available with Pentax K and Sony Alfa mounts. The … Continue reading →

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Nikon D7000 Wins the CameraGP2011 Readers Award

Posted on June 22, 2011 by Editor AL

TOKYO-Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce that the Nikon D7000 digital-SLR camera is the recipient of the CameraGP2011 Readers Award. This Readers Award was established in 2008 to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Camera Grand Prix. The recipient of … Continue reading →

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Tamron Wins the first Camera GP 2011 Lens of The Year

Posted on June 21, 2011 by Editor AL

(Tamron 60th anniversary model) World’s smallest and lightest*1 15x zoom lens for digital SLR cameras (APS-C size) Optical equipment manufacturer Tamron Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Saitama City, Japan / President and CEO: Morio Ono) that is celebrating its 60th anniversary last … Continue reading →

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SONY INTRODUCES α35 DSLR CAMERA

Posted on June 20, 2011 by Editor AL

WITH LEADING VIDEO AND STILL PERFORMANCE POWERED BY TRANSLUCENT MIRROR TECHNOLOGY. “Light, Compact Camera Delivers 16.2 Megapixels and New In-camera ‘Picture Effect’ Creative Capabilities” SAN DIEGO, June 8, 2011 — Light, compact and easy to use, Sony’s new α35 (SLT-A35) … Continue reading →

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Sigma Corporation of America to ship SD1 camera in early June

Posted on May 20, 2011 by Editor AL

May 20, 2011 – Sigma Corporation of America to ship SD1 camera in early June 46-megapixel DSLR creates new market for medium-format photographers Ronkonkoma, NY, May 20, 2011 – Sigma Corporation of America, a leading researcher, developer, manufacturer and service … Continue reading →

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Canon EOS 1000D vs EOS 1100D

Posted on May 11, 2011 by Editor AL

The Canon EOS 1000D was launched in 10th June 2008 (also known as EOS Kiss F in Japan and the EOS Rebel XS in the rest of the world) – this entry level DSLR was designed and meant to cover … Continue reading →

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