Sigma has today announced it’s first digital compact camera the DP1. It features the Foveon X3 14 megapixel sensor which is also found in Sigma’s SD14 digital SLR camera. The Foveon sensor is 20.7mm x 13.8mm which is similar in size to most digital SLR’s.
The DP1 utilises Sigma’s TRUE (Three-layer Responsive Ultimate Engine) processing engine. This unique engine allows high-speed image processing along with high quality images.
A 16.6mm f/4 lens (equivalent to 28mm on a 35mm SLR camera) was specially developed for the DP1 featuring super multi-layer coating to reduce flaring and ghosting; large aspherical glass to provide low distortion and high contrast images.
The DP1 has compact dimensions of 113.3mm (W) x 59.5mm (H) x 50.3mm (D) and weighs just 240g. Its compact body and lightweight design makes it easy to carry everywhere.
Nikon has released a firmware update for their D80 digital SLR camera.
The improvements given are:
The product will be “Certified for Windows Vista”.
Support for the new USB Media Transfer Protocol (MTP) has been added. The PTP option in the setup menu’s USB item will be modified to MTP/PTP. The icon will also be modified.
The effects of noise reduction processing performed at shutter speeds of 1 - 8 s with shutter speed set to “bulb”, when On is selected for Long exp. NR in the shooting menu, have been improved.
The benefits Olympus has listed for the firmware updates are:
Olympus E-510:
Enabled use of the Image Stabilization function with non-Four Thirds System interchangeable lenses by inputting a specific focal length.
Olympus E-3:
- Enabled use of the Image Stabilization function with non-Four Thirds System interchangeable lenses by inputting a specific focal length.
- Matched the rotation of the dial on the rear of the Power Battery Holder HLD-4 and the movement direction of the AF target.
- Increased the number of storable still pictures by improving the battery check when the Power Battery Holder HLD-4 is attached.
- Focusing now stops immediately when the AF start button (AEL/AFL or Fn button) is released.
- Corrected the phenomenon where the flash control caused an under exposure while using bounce flash at short distances with the FL-50R or FL-36R Electronic Flash.
- Improved selection and prioritization of the central 5 ranging points when shooting in C-AF mode and Dynamic-single Target mode.
Zuiko Digital ED 70-300mm f/4-5.6:
- Stabilized exposure precision
The firmware updates and instructions can be found on Olympus Japan’s website.
Nikon has today announced its the D60 digital SLR, replacing the Nikon’s popular D40x model.
The Nikon D60 has a 10.2 megapixel sensor and offers ISO sensitivity ranging from 100 to 3200, 2.5″ LCD display with 230,000 pixel resolution, dust reduction system (as seen on the D300 digital SLR) and an “Airflow Control System”. Basically, the camera’s internal is designed to control the flow of air (including the dust) when the shutter is actuated, pushing dust particles away from the sensor.
Availability on the Nikon D60 in Australia will be announced as soon as Nikon Australia has announced it. Keep an eye on our news page for further updates or send us an email to be notified when this camera is available.
Right now we have a very special bundle offer going on with the ever-popular Canon Ixus 70 Digital Camera with 7 megapixels, 3x optical zoom and 2.5″ LCD.
For a limited time only when you purchase an Ixus 70 you will receive FREE a SanDisk Ultra II 2gb SD card as well as a SanDisk Sansa Shaker Blue 512mb MP3 Player, all for a measly $348!
With an RRP on the Ixus 70 of $349, $45.95 for the SanDisk SD card and $59.95 on the Sansa Shaker, that represents a saving of over $100.
Sigma Corporation have advised that a number of Sigma lenses, when used with the Nikon D3, won’t be able to use the Auto DX crop function on the D3. Sigma will be giving a free upgrade to customers with affected lenses. The lenses affected are as follows:
DC lenses (Exclusive for digital SLR cameras with APS-C image sensor)
30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM - Serial Numbers lower than 2054001
10-20mm F4-5.6 EX DC HSM - Serial Numbers lower than 2160001
DG lenses(Lenses for 35mm format SLR cameras)
APO 300mm F2.8 EX DG HSM - Serial Numbers lower than 3013701
APO 120-300mm F2.8 EX DG HSM - Serial Numbers lower than 4022401
The upgrade addresses the following issues:
When the Nikon D3 is in Auto DX crop function and the 30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM or 10-20mm F4-5.6 EX DC HSM lens is attached, the image area format will not change to DX format automatically.
When the Nikon D3 is in Auto DX crop function and the APO 300mm F2.8 EX DG HSM or APO 120-300mm F2.8 EX DG HSM lens is attached, the image area format will be changed to DX format, even if the image area format is set to FX format or 5:4.
Customers in Australia can contact Sigma’s authorised Australian dealer CR Kennedy.
Canon Australia has just announced four (4) new digital cameras and two (2) Pixma printers. Utilising Canon’s latest technology for better pictures, including DiG!C III, Face Detection, Motion Detection, Optical Image Stabilizer and user-friendly, compact point-and-shoot models means anyone in the family to take great shots in any situation.
IXUS 80 IS
- 8MP
- 3x optical zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer
- 2.5″ Pure Color LCD II
- DiG!C III Image Processor
- Face Detect with red-eye correction
- Motion Detection
- 5 classic colours
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PowerShot A470
- 7.1MP
- 3.4x optical zoom
- 2.5″ LCD
- DiG!C III Image Processor
- Face Detect with red-eye correction
- Motion Detection
- 3 fun colours
PowerShot A580
- 8MP
- 4x optical zoom
- 2.5″ LCD
- DiG!C III Image Processor
- Face Detect with red-eye correction
- Motion Detection
PowerShot A590 IS
- 8MP
- 4x optical zoom
- 2.5″ LCD
- Manual control
- Optical Image Stabilizer
- DiG!C III Image Processor
- Face Detect with red-eye correction
- Motion Detection
PIXMA MX850
- 9600dpi, 1pl, 21 sec. 6×4
- 5 individual ink tanks
- Auto duplex ADF copy/scan
- CD/DVD printing
- Auto duplex print
- Wired LAN
- PGI-5BK, CLI-8 C/M/Y/K
PIXMA MX7600
- 4800dpi, 2pl, 43sec. 6×4
- 6 individual ink tanks
- Auto duplex ADF copy/scan
- Auto duplex print
- PgR & pigment inks for laser quality documents
- Wired LAN
- PGI-7BK, PGI-9 C/M/Y/PBK/Clear
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Today Canon Australia has announced a new digital SLR to the EOS family, the Canon EOS 450D. Contrary to rumours of a 400D replacement, this is not a replacement of the 400D, instead it is the older sibling to the 400D.
Key features:
• 12.2-megapixel CMOS Sensor (APS-C)
• DiG!C III Image Processor with 14 bit colour
• 3.5 frames per second
• 9-point Auto Focus
• EOS Integrated Cleaning System
• 3.0” LCD Monitor
• Live View Mode with Auto Focus capabilities
Alongside the new Pentax Digital SLR’s, Pentax have released three new digital cameras in their Optio line up. Pentax Optio S12, Pentax Optio M50 and the Pentax Optio E50.
Optio S12, quote from Pentax
Pocket-sized, 12 megapixels and full featured.
The tiny, pocket-sized, 12 megapixel Optio S12 features Face Recognition and Dynamic Range Adjustment that’s ideal for portraits. For easy composition and review of images, the S12 offers a generous 2.5 inch LCD monitor with an Anti-reflective coating and Bright mode. Digital Shake Reduction automatically selects a higher ISO, up to 3200, for blur-free images. This digital beauty is available in silver or black.
Optio M50, quote from Pentax
Zero in on affordability with a powerful 5X zoom.
A compact digital camera with a powerful 5X zoom, the Optio M50 sports a stylish design, an affordable price and is offered in three fun, new colors: silver, pink and blue. You are assured high resolution images with its 8.0 megapixel CCD and review your images easily with a 2.5 inch wide view LCD. This all-around Optio also offers Smile Capture and Face Recognition to capture perfect portraits.
Optio E50, quote from Pentax
Perfect choice for digital newbies and travelers.
Easy-to-use and affordable, the Optio E50 offers 8.0 megapixels, a generous 2.4 inch LCD monitor, 3X optical lens, Face Recognition technology and Digital Shake Reduction functions for high-resolution photography. Beginning digital photographers will enjoy the slim, lightweight body and the Simple mode selection dial. With travel-compatible AA battery power, the Optio E50 makes a perfect digital choice for newcomers or photographers on the go.
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