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[News] Hasselblad Cameras See Major Price Reduction

[News] Hasselblad Cameras See Major Price Reduction

Posted by on May 18, 2012 · 0 Comment

After the merger of Broncolor and Hasselblad in the United States, it was only a matter of time before we saw more news on the global front from the camera giant. Hasselblad has released the announcement of a major price reduction, over 20% off in some cases in Europe. From Hasselblad.se:   “We’ve discounted prices [...]
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[Rumor] Updated Specs on the Canon T4i

[Rumor] Updated Specs on the Canon T4i

Posted by on May 18, 2012 · 0 Comment

It looks like the sleuths at CanonRumors have culled some more information regarding the impending Canon T4i. We reported that Canon was probably going to release at least two cameras in June, and the T4i is looking more and more like one of those. What’s it have that’s new? Likely a touch screen. The specs [...]
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[Review] Camera Awesome iPhone App

[Review] Camera Awesome iPhone App

Posted by on May 18, 2012 · 0 Comment

If you spend much time on the app store (or even if you don’t) you are inundated with the hundreds of camera apps, every single one of them claiming to be the greatest thing ever. Camera Awesome is no exception. I mean, they make quite the bold statement in the name of the app alone. [...]
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[Video] With Your Help We Can Make The Largest Digital Camera Ever

[Video] With Your Help We Can Make The Largest Digital Camera Ever

Posted by on May 16, 2012 · 0 Comment

Last year we had a meet up in Arizona and I was lucky enough to meet Zeke, a mechanical engineer who works on some of the most impressive digital cameras on the planet (and off the planet). I was able to hold one of these cameras and learn a thing or two about what it [...]
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[Rumor] Canon to Announce Two Cameras in June

[Rumor] Canon to Announce Two Cameras in June

Posted by on May 16, 2012 · 0 Comment

CanonRumors is reporting that Canon plans to unveil two new cameras in June, not counting any PowerShot updates. One of the expectations is their long-awaited mirrorless debut, but that rumor has been swilling around for over a year. If these rumors are to be believed, and CanonRumors is citing more than one source, Canon will [...]
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[Gear] Visualante Introduces New Skate-Inspired Camera Bags

[Gear] Visualante Introduces New Skate-Inspired Camera Bags

Posted by on May 15, 2012 · 0 Comment

Today Stockholm-based camera accessory brand Visualante announced the impending launch of their new line of skate-inspired camera bags. Five new bags will be available in Fall/Winter of 2012. In a highly competitive industry (especially here in the USA, but maybe it is different in Europe), it will be interesting to see what these bags bring [...]
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[BTS Video] How to Use an Afghan Box Camera

[BTS Video] How to Use an Afghan Box Camera

Posted by on May 14, 2012 · 0 Comment

Here’s a fascinating video of 44-year old photographer Qalam Nabi. He is one of two street photographers left in the capital city of Kabul. The son of a street photographer himself, he started shooting at the age of eleven. Watch as he demonstrates how to use his instant camera. He does all of the developing [...]
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[Fstoppers Review] The Best Portable Audio Recorder For DSLR Video

[Fstoppers Review] The Best Portable Audio Recorder For DSLR Video

Posted by on May 13, 2012 · 0 Comment

You often hear film makers say, “Your video is only as good as your audio”. Obviously video production goes a long way too but poor audio can completely ruin an otherwise great video. Until recently, DSLR cameras have been anything but great at recording audio. The on board microphones are noisy and prone to record [...]
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[Video] Nikon v. Canon Full-Frame Shoot-Out by Philip Bloom

[Video] Nikon v. Canon Full-Frame Shoot-Out by Philip Bloom

Posted by on May 13, 2012 · 0 Comment

Filmmaker Philip Bloom has gotten his hands on Nikon’s and Canon’s newest full-frame digital SLRs. Luckily for us, we get an extensive side-to-side comparison in this rather thorough shoot-out. Bloom uses the almost 30 minutes to go through resolution, aliasing, low-light, and feature comaprisons. Let us know what you think in the comments section!
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[News] Canon SLRs Used for Stunts and Action in Marvel’s The Avengers

[News] Canon SLRs Used for Stunts and Action in Marvel’s The Avengers

Posted by on May 12, 2012 · 0 Comment

Canon SLRs are known for their high quality video and that did not go unnoticed by the videographers behind the latest box office smash hit “Marvel’s The Avengers.” The Canon EOS 5D MKII and the EOS 7D were selected as the stunt and action cameras that shot the outrageous scenes. The Canon cameras were perfect [...]
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[News] Canon SLRs Used for Stunts and Action in Marvel’s The Avengers

[News] Canon SLRs Used for Stunts and Action in Marvel’s The Avengers

Posted by on May 12, 2012 · 0 Comment

Canon SLRs are known for their high quality video and that did not go unnoticed by the videographers behind the latest box office smash hit “Marvel’s The Avengers.” The Canon EOS 5D MKII and the EOS 7D were selected as the stunt and action cameras that shot the outrageous scenes. The Canon cameras were perfect [...]
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[Gear] First Impressions with New App TriggerTrap

[Gear] First Impressions with New App TriggerTrap

Posted by on May 11, 2012 · 0 Comment

If you recall, earlier this week we announced the availability of a new iPhone app that you can use to trigger your camera in various ways called TriggerTrap. Though I am still waiting on my dongle, I’ve had some time with the app and have to say, I’m excited to hook it up to my [...]
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[Gear] Who Needs Color? $8,000 Leica Camera Shoots Only Black And White

[Gear] Who Needs Color? $8,000 Leica Camera Shoots Only Black And White

Posted by on May 11, 2012 · 0 Comment

Leica has gone against the grain of recent camera bodies with this interesting release of a digital camera that shoots only black and white images. The Leica M-Monochrom is a full-frame, 18MP Rangefinder style camera. What do you think of the price of something like this? Novelty or in a class all on it’s own? [...]
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[Review] The Brand New Really Right Stuff Pocket Pod

[Review] The Brand New Really Right Stuff Pocket Pod

Posted by on May 10, 2012 · 0 Comment

When I caught wind that the tripod masters at Really Right Stuff were about to release a new product, I couldn’t wait to get my hands on it. I love new gear. Because it had not even finished final production yet, they unfortunately could not send me a brand new one in time to satisfy [...]
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[Review] Polamatic, the Polaroid for your iPhone

[Review] Polamatic, the Polaroid for your iPhone

Posted by on May 9, 2012 · 0 Comment

For many of us, Polaroid cameras hold a special place in our hearts. What started as the original instant camera evolved into an art form beloved by hipsters and pro photographers alike. Polaroid has struggled lately, as digital photography has forced the instant photo classic out onto the fringes. App developer Appadana licensed the Polaroid [...]
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[Gear] The Incredibly Smart, 100% Crowdsourced, ‘One Size Fits All’ Follow Focus Adapter

[Gear] The Incredibly Smart, 100% Crowdsourced, ‘One Size Fits All’ Follow Focus Adapter

Posted by on May 9, 2012 · 0 Comment

As anyone who has tried to shoot video with a DSLR knows, creating a smooth, professional follow-focus motion can be a bit of a nightmare unless you’re willing to shell out for high-end equipment, and then deal with lugging it all around. How about a $45 solution that gets amazing results and works on any [...]
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[Rare Lens] $160,000 Nikkor 6mm 2.8 Fisheye Can See Behind You

[Rare Lens] $160,000 Nikkor 6mm 2.8 Fisheye Can See Behind You

Posted by on May 8, 2012 · 0 Comment

It’s not everyday that you get to see a rare 1970s Nikkor 6mm Fisheye lens. It’s even more unlikely that you get to see one mounted to the rare Nikon D800 DSLR body! The guys at Grays of Westinster mounted the two elusive beasts to show how insane it is to have a 220º angle [...]
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[BTSV] Jim Geduldick Shoots New Phantom Miro M120

[BTSV] Jim Geduldick Shoots New Phantom Miro M120

Posted by on May 8, 2012 · 0 Comment

Here’s a sampling of the latest slow-mo camera from filmbot, the Phantom Miro M120. Jim Geduldick takes us behind the scenes and shows us how he was able to show off the new slow-motion capabilities. This camera captures 750 fps at 1080 HD. What do you think you could do with that kind of picture [...]
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[Gear] New iPhone App Is DSLR Remote Unlike Any Other

[Gear] New iPhone App Is DSLR Remote Unlike Any Other

Posted by on May 7, 2012 · 0 Comment

UK Company Triggertrap have been making camera triggers for some time now, and recently released an iOS app that offers remote control of many DSLRs, in addition to control the iOS camera itself. Unlike other remote apps available though, the Triggertrap Mobile can be triggered by things like sound, vibration, and facial recognition. Other notable [...]
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[Review] Lightroom 4 Tutorials DVD Guide by SLR Lounge

[Review] Lightroom 4 Tutorials DVD Guide by SLR Lounge

Posted by on May 7, 2012 · 0 Comment

It’s rare these days to find a product that is so well rounded that it can appeal to an entire market of users. Especially in photography, it is not uncommon to find products that claim to be designed “for beginning to advanced users” but suffer greatly from the attempt to spread out over such a [...]
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[Gear] The Staggering 3-Ton, 3.2 Gigapixel Camera

[Gear] The Staggering 3-Ton, 3.2 Gigapixel Camera

Posted by on May 6, 2012 · 0 Comment

Imagine the storage you would need to shoot with a 3.2 billion pixel camera. With 189 image sensors, and weighing 3 tons – this will be the world’s largest digital camera. It’s called the Large Synoptic Survey Telescope (LSST) and is being engineered by SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory. The goal of the project is to [...]
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[Video] Ten Awesome Tips For Any Traveling Photographer

[Video] Ten Awesome Tips For Any Traveling Photographer

Posted by on May 5, 2012 · 0 Comment

If you read Fstoppers, you might be a seasoned professional, or you might have just purchased your first camera and are eager to learn. Whatever your skill level, I’m sure that you’ve all been bitten by the travel bug at least once before, and as a camera owner, you’ve been inspired to bring home the [...]
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[Review] Tamron 24-70mm 2.8 VC VS Canon 24-70mm

[Review] Tamron 24-70mm 2.8 VC VS Canon 24-70mm

Posted by on May 3, 2012 · 0 Comment

I’ve been waiting a long time for a 24-70mm full frame lens with stabilization. Tamron was the first to create this lens and we got our hands on a Canon version. In this review we compare the Tamron 24-70mm 2.8 VC to Canon’s 24-70mm 2.8. Which is the better lens? The answer to that question [...]
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[News] Move Aside iPhone, the Nokia 808 PureView is Here.

[News] Move Aside iPhone, the Nokia 808 PureView is Here.

Posted by on May 3, 2012 · 0 Comment

Have you ever been on a photo shoot with your iphone and thought, man these 8-megapixel shots just aren’t doing it for me? Perhaps you should look into Nokia’s 808 PureView. This phone blows any competition out of the water with a 41 megapixel sensor and Carl Zeiss optics.  If you think memory might be a problem, [...]
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[News] Nikon D800 Has Confirmed Focus/View Finder Issues

[News] Nikon D800 Has Confirmed Focus/View Finder Issues

Posted by on May 3, 2012 · 0 Comment

I didn’t believe my buddy when he told me that his brand new Nikon D800 viewfinder was always out of focus. I assumed that he had the diopter out of whack. It wasn’t until I used the camera myself that I realized there was a serious problem. The camera was sent back to Nikon for [...]
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