Sony has today announced the much anticipated Alpa A900 - a full frame Digital SLR Camera with a massive 24.6mp sensor. Some of its major features include:
24.6mp full frame 35.9 x 24mm Exmor CMOS sensor
built-in SteadyShot CCD shift image stabilisation
Dual Bionz processors
3″ 921k hi-res LCD screen
Intelligent Preview
5fps burst
100% Optical View Finder with .74x magnification
Dual CF/MS slot
9 point AF with 10 assist points
Magnesium Alloy body with rubber environmental seals
HDMI output
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Nikon have officially announced the release of the new full frame Nikon D700 Digital SLR Camera.
Nikon Australia had this to say about their much anticipated new camera:
“Nikon Australia is pleased to announce the introduction of its newest FX-format digital SLR, the Nikon D700. The D700
features the D-SLR FX-format first introduced with the Nikon D3. Highly praised for its outstanding features, the D3 established a new level of professional performance in terms of overall image quality, extraordinarily low noise, ISO sensitivity range, continuous high-speed shooting, colour gradation, image crispness, durability, weather-resistant operation, system versatility and more.
The new
D700incorporates an extensive array of features that boast a level of performance that is in many ways comparable to the D3. At the same time, it derives a wide range of benefits — including functionality, flexibility and operability — from the more agile D300, Nikon’s flagship DX-format D-SLR.”
12.1 Megapixels
Full Frame FX Sensor
51 Point AF
Hi Def 3″ LCD
Live View
ISO 200 - 6400
Weather proofing
Sensor cleaning system
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Sigma have announced that there will be an upgrade available for their two new large-range telephoto zoom lenses, the 120-400mm f/4.5-5.6 DG OS HSM and 150-500mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM for Canon mount, to address an issue when attached to the Canon EOS-40D. The problem is encountered when the OS function is switched on then the number of continuous frames per second decreases. The affected lenses are:
Nikon have announced an upgrade of the firmware for their entry-level D-SLR camera, the D40. The new firmware is Ver. 1.11 and implements the following fix:
Shooting times were not always accurately recorded in image data for images captured in bursts of continuous shooting.
Go to the Nikon download site here for Windows or here for Macintosh
Canon has released a firmware update (Version 1.0.8) which addresses the following:
Fixes a phenomenon in which Image Stabilization operation emits a sound when certain buttons are pressed, with the EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS lens attached to the camera.
Fixes a phenomenon in which the Image Stabilization operation emits a sound from the lens when IS lenses are attached to the camera.
Fixes a phenomenon in which a part of the image looks unnatural when reviewed on the LCD.
Corrects errors in the Spanish and Norwegian menu screens.
Please ensure you have firmware Version 1.0.5 before applying the 1.0.8 update.
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Sigma has announced a firmware upgrade for its Foveon X3-sensor-equipped D-SLR, the Sigma SD-14. The upgrade addresses the following fixes and improvements:
Exposure time of Bulb Mode is increased from 30 seconds to 2 minutes (It is only available when the camera is set for Extended Mode).
Accuracy of the Evaluative Metering has been improved.
Sigma have made available a firmware upgrade (Ver. 1.06) for the SD14 D-SLR camera. The upgrade should be applied to SD-14’s that have firmware version 1.05 or lower. If the camera already has Ver 1.06 the upgrade is not required.
The update addresses the following fixes and improvements:
Accuracy of the custom white balance has been improved.
One-day advance date counter that occurs with X3F images during an intercalary year was corrected.
Review image quality on the camera’s LCD is improved.
Users now have the option to disable the shutter release if there is no CF card in the camera. This option is found in the ‘Preview Style’ menu.
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.
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 K200Doffers 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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