Archive — April 2011

The classic 50mm Normal/Standard lens, delivering a picture angle approximating normal vision when used with Nikon FX-format digital SLR cameras, has been reborn.
The classic 50mm Normal/Standard lens, delivering a picture angle approximating normal vision when used with Nikon FX-format digital SLR cameras, has been reborn. Now featuring AF-S focusing and even more refined optical performance, the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G teams perfectly with the low noise, high ISO sensitivity performance of Nikon D-SLRs. Thanks to a built-in Silent Wave Motor (SWM),...
Phocus 2.6.1 for Mac and Windows is now available for download on the Hasselblad website. Please click on the link below to login to our website and download this latest version of Phocus Software.
Phocus 2.6.1 for Mac and Windows is now available for download on the Hasselblad website. Please click on the link below to login to our website and download this latest version of Phocus Software. Software Download Link Highlights in 2.6.1 Mac Features: Gesture support for browsing images and adjusting sliders. Reset of adjustments sliders by double clicking the slider. Various...
LightSpeed Mobile Hardware Kits will ship with Linēa-pro 4 for iPod touch 4th Generation or Linēa-pro 4 for iPhone 4 from Infinite Peripherals, makers of the same hardware used in Apple’s retail stores.
LIGHTSPEED MOBILE ADDS NEW HARDWARE KITS FOR IPOD TOUCH 4G AND IPHONE 4 Xsilva has announced upgrades to the hardware kit for its mobile Point of Sale platform, LightSpeed Mobile. Beginning today, LightSpeed Mobile Hardware Kits will ship with Linēa-pro 4 for iPod touch 4th Generation or Linēa-pro 4 for iPhone 4 from Infinite Peripherals, makers of the same hardware...
Canon's new firmware upgrades the XF300-series camcorders to include Canon's 3D Assist Function that allows two units to be easily set up for 3D HD video, as well as an updated Scan Reverse function, Double Slot Recording for instantaneous backup, and the option to disable Relay Recording.
Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging, has announced significant enhancements to the Canon XF305 and XF300 Professional Camcorders, including the ability to configure two units for 3D HD video capture. Canon's new firmware upgrades the XF300-series camcorders to include Canon's 3D Assist Function that allows two units to be easily set up for 3D HD video, as well...
This year we were able to visit NAB and were excited to see new products by Redrock Micro, Manfrotto, Cinivate, Sachler, Zeiss to name a few. It is always fun to feel the energy of this Vegas show that is growing every year with people from around the world. Here is a some clips of the fun thing...
This year we were able to visit NAB and were excited to see new products by Redrock Micro, Manfrotto, Cinivate, Sachler, Zeiss to name a few. It is always fun to feel the energy of this Vegas show that is growing every year with people from around the world. Here is a some clips of the fun things we saw....
In August 2010, total production of NIKKOR lenses reached 55 million. Since then, Nikon has continued to expand the product lineup by releasing six new NIKKOR lenses for FX- and DX-format SLR cameras. As a result, the fact that NIKKOR continues to satisfy a wide variety of photographers is eviden...
Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce that total production of NIKKOR interchangeable lenses for Nikon SLR cameras reached 60 million in March 2011. In 1959, Nikon (then Nippon Kogaku K.K.) released its first SLR camera, the Nikon F. At the same time, Nikon also released its first NIKKOR interchangeable lenses for Nikon SLR cameras, among them the NIKKOR-S Auto 5cm...
Lensbaby announces its newest SLR creative effects camera lens, the Composer Pro. The Composer Pro refines and enhances the popular and award winning Lensbaby Composer by upgrading the swivel ball and focus mechanism to provide professional performance.
The Composer Pro delivers ultra-smooth creative control for the most discerning professional photographers and videographers Lensbaby announces its newest SLR creative effects camera lens, the Composer Pro.  The Composer Pro refines and enhances the popular and award winning Lensbaby Composer by upgrading the swivel ball and focus mechanism to provide professional performance.  The Composer Pro’s metal swivel ball design and...
Nikon has announced the new 16.2-megapixel Nikon D5100 Digital SLR designed for those ready to artistically express themselves and need a versatile camera that can keep pace creatively. The Nikon D5100 D-SLR houses a host of new and innovative features...
Nikon has announced the new 16.2-megapixel Nikon D5100 Digital SLR designed for those ready to artistically express themselves and need a versatile camera that can keep pace creatively. The Nikon D5100 D-SLR houses a host of new and innovative features aimed at giving photographers the tools to shatter creative constraints and tell stories with amazing image quality and stunning HD...
To address the needs of the ever growing community of shooters abandoning their video cameras for the versatility of a D-SLR, Nikon now offers the ME-1 stereo microphone. Engineered specifically for a D-SLR, the new ME-1 microphone attaches to the hot shoe and has noise dampening components desig...
To address the needs of the ever growing community of shooters abandoning their video cameras for the versatility of a D-SLR, Nikon now offers the ME-1 stereo microphone. Engineered specifically for a D-SLR, the new ME-1 microphone attaches to the hot shoe and has noise dampening components designed to minimize noise resulting from AF operation. The microphone also has a...