Pentax has just announced their new range of Digital SLR’s. The K20D and the K200D, replacing the K10D and K100D Super respectively.

K20D quote from Pentax

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With 14.6 megapixels, it’s the highest in its class.
The PENTAX K20D digital SLR offers advanced photo enthusiasts an array of exciting PENTAX innovations. The newly developed CMOS image sensor brings out optimum performance of PENTAX interchangeable lenses. Featuring 14.6 effective megapixels (highest in its class) and the latest noise-reduction technology, the sensor assures superb image quality. This SLR will make you feel in control with its Live View function that allows the photographer to see the image on the camera’s back panel LCD monitor while shooting. Customizable features ideal for shooters who demand complete control include the Expanded Dynamic Range function that allows users to gain more contrast/detail in bright settings and a new Custom Image function to select/adjust finishing touches to an image. An improved Dust Reduction system features prevention, removal and alerting devices. Combine these new innovations with the renowned PENTAX-developed Shake Reduction (SR) system, Pentax Real IMage Engine (PRIME) and incorporate them in a dependable dust-proof, weather-resistant body – you’ve now got a superb camera that allow photographers to shoot anytime, anywhere, even in dusty or rainy environments.

K200D quote from Pentax

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Affordable, yet technologically advanced.
The PENTAX K200D, perfect for developing digital SLR users, offers an easy-to-use interface and incorporates award winning PENTAX imaging technology. With 10.2 megapixels, this DSLR features many of the advancements that are incorporated in the PENTAX K20D, including a 2.7 inch LCD monitor, Custom Image functions for perfect control over how images are developed, and the Expanded Dynamic Range function. Compatible with any PENTAX lens ever produced and featuring Shake Reduction, the PENTAX K200D offers a high quality image sensor with the sophisticated PRIME (PENTAX Real Image Engine), a user-friendly Dust Removal system including the new Dust Alert feature, 11-point SAFOX VIII auto focus system, sophisticated 16-segment multi-pattern metering and auto sensitivity control up to ISO 1600, all in a weather and dust resistant body.

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Olympus Australia has just announced 8 new digital cameras. FE-310, FE-320, FE-340, MJU-840, MJU-1020, SP-570 Ultra Zoom, Tough 850SW and Tough 1030SW.

Olympus FE-320 (RRP $249)

Last night marked a milestone for Digital Camera Warehouse with the news that we are now officially a Sigma stockist. All our staff are  fully trained in the Sigma range of lenses, cameras and accessories and can assist you with selecting the Sigma that is right for your particular needs.

Sigma have been manufacturing high-quality interchangeable SLR lenses for nearly 40 years and are renowned for their award-winning optical performance, innovative design and build quality - all Sigma lenses and components are manufactured exclusively in Japan.

They represent the largest range of available options for lens types and camera mounts with over 50 different lenses in their extensive fold, and mounts variously available for Canon, Nikon, Pentax, Sigma, Sony/Minolta and Four Thirds (Olympus, Panasonic). Sigma also have the largest range of lenses equipped with HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor) which makes them compatible with Nikon’s D40/D40X cameras that have no in-built focusing motor in the camera body.

We also stock Sigma D-SLR cameras, Sigma Flashes and accessories and we will also have available when it is released the soon-to-be announced at PMA 14.45 megapixel Foveon X3 sensor Sigma DP-1 compact digital camera.

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Print your own photo’s at the next Birthday Party, Family Event or Sport Event you go to! Why send out photo’s afterwards when you can print them on the spot (mains power required).

The Sony DPP-FP60 will print borderless 6×4″ photos with Sony’s SUPERCOAT 2 long life coating protecting against sunlight, fingerprints and moisture for 100 years. The 16 million colour quality prints will ensure your memories last forever.

We know how important memories are and to help you print your own memories we’ve slashed the price on the Sony DPP-FP60 printer to only $149.

We’ve dropped the already competitive prices on some of our Compact Flash (CF), Secure Data (SD), Memory Stick Micro (M2) and Memory Stick Pro Duo’s.

If you’ve been wanting a bigger and faster card then now is as good a time as ever to get one in your camera.

Olympus has released a firmware upgrade for their ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-60mm F2.8-4.0 SWD lens. This firmware upgrade “improves focusing precision on distant subjects when using the C-AF (continuous AF) mode” as stated by Olympus.

To update your lens you will need to use Olympus’ bundled software. More information on updating and list of firmwares can be found here:

http://www.olympus.co.jp/en/support/imsg/digicamera/download/software/firm/e1/

Crumpler bags can be used as camera cases, worn as belt pouches or over your shoulder. From Tokyo to New York, Crumpler bags are a must-have for the ultra-cool.  And right now we have some very special run-out prices on our range of Crumplers. Be quick because stocks won’t last long! Offer available only if ordered online or by phone for shipping.

Crumpler 2 Million Dollar Home - Suitable for a large electronic viewfinder (EVF) ultra zoom digital camera or DV cam and basic accessories. $30

Crumpler 3 Million Dollar Home - suitable for a compact digital SLR, standard (’kit’) lens attached or DV cam and accessories. $40

Crumpler Thirsty Al - suitable for compact cameras. XS - $10, S - $15, L - $20, Strap Accessory - $10

Crumpler Bundle - a low profile shoulder bag that provides a protective environment
for your basic photo and or video equipment that doesn’t scream “photo bag!”. S - $20, M - $25, L - $30

Crumpler Photo Bucket - Suits Canon or Nikon D series D-SLR and attached standard or wide angle zoom lens or DV cam and accessories.  $40

Crumpler Skivvy - Compact padded laptop sleeve tailored for 14 & 15″ laptops and a few accessories - $70

Crumpler Considerable EmbarrassmentCrumpler - Laptop messenger bag holds laptops up to 15″ - $90

John Thursday - Compact camera case - $10

EXILIM Pro EX-F1, EXILIM Card EX-S10, EXILIM Zoom EX-Z80, EXILIM Zoom EX-Z200 and EX-Z100 were announced by Casio Computer Co., Ltd in Tokyo.

EXILIM Pro EX-F1, with the world’s fastest* burst shooting performance
This model incorporates a high speed CMOS sensor and a high speed LSI processor. With this model, Casio has achieved an ultra-high speed 60 frames per second (fps) burst rate for still images, together with 1,200 fps high speed movie recording that captures movement faster than the eye can see for ultra-slow motion replay. Moreover, the new model can record movies at full High-Definition. * As at January 6, 2008, based on a Casio survey for the consumer market digital cameras.

EXILIM Card EX-S10 — the world’s smallest and thinnest* 10.1 megapixel model
With this model, Casio sought to produce a camera with a high resolution CCD and a very bright Super Clear LCD featuring a high contrast ratio and a wide field of view. Both the picture taking and image viewing capabilities of this camera have been improved, and its design presence has been enhanced by keeping it as slim as possible. * As at January 6, 2008, for 10-megapixel class digital cameras. Based on Casio survey.

EXILIM Zoom EX-Z80 — a small 8.1 megapixel model with a smart design
In addition to providing functionality that makes it easy for users to take photos and shoot movies, with this camera Casio pursued a design that enables people to use it almost like a fashion accessory. This high performance model comes in a very compact, smartly shaped body.

EXILIM Zoom EX-Z200 and EX-Z100 — two 10.1 megapixel models featuring a wide-angle 28 mm lens with 4X optical zoom
With their newly developed lenses, these cameras give users the freedom to enjoy a range of different photo styles, from wide angle to telephoto. They include highly visible Super Clear LCD as well as Casio’s AUTO BEST SHOT® scene recognition function that automatically chooses an appropriate shooting mode.

For those who like to focus on portraiture photography, you should have the Cokin Portrait Kit in your camera bag. This kit contains three filters; Warm Filter (81B), Center Spot Wide-Angle (P071), Diffuser 2 (P840).

Warm Filter - Warm up your colours; give your models a flattering tan.
Center Spot - Direct attention on your principal subject; allows you to isolate your subject in a group photo.
Diffuser - Make skin look softer and hair look more silky and shiny.

Many of us have precious moments we captured on film before digital cameras were out. With everything being digital these days you can now turn your 35mm film and slide negatives in to digital photos with the Plustek OpticFilm 7200i Film Scanner.

This popular film scanner offers 48-bit scanning capability that supports recognition of literally trillions of different colours. The result is extremely accurate colour rendition compared to the original film, retaining subtle details in the highlight and shadow areas of the scanned image.

At such an affordable price, it’s time to bring those priceless film moments to the digital world.