ReviewsHead-2-Head Digital Camera Review: Olympus E-P1 vs. Olympus E-620
Olympus announced two tiny interchangeable lens cameras in 2009: the EVOLT E-620 came to us in February and the Pen Digital E-P1 in June. In February, the E-620 was announced as "the world's smallest and lightest image-stabilized digital SLR." In June, the E-P1 took center-stage as a retro rangefinder-like camera that Olympus claimed was the “world's smallest 12.3-megapixel interchangeable lens system camera.” The E-620 can technically keep its claim as the smallest DSLR as the E-P1 does not have a mirror box and is therefore not a DSLR. The E-P1 can still swap lenses and has slimmer measurements than the E-620, but does it match the performance of true Four Thirds DSLRs?
Head-2-Head Portrait/Fashion Shootout: Nikon Mid-Range DSLRs
This article looks at the top tier of Nikon's DSLR stable, the D300s, the D700 and the D3s, with a concentration on a fashion/portrait assignment. We're shooting full-figure shots under strobes at low ISO (ISO 200), some head shots under strobes, and some "available light" shots with tungsten, shot with an ISO 800 setting, and identical lenses on all the cameras, the AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED.
Head-2-Head Portrait/Fashion Shootout: Canon Mid-Range DSLRs
The middle tier of Canon's DSLR lineup starts at a very affordable price point, with the well-rounded, 15-megapixel EOS 50D carrying an MSRP of $1200. The 50D's balance and all-around solid performance qualifies it as a suitable backup camera for almost any application, and even a primary camera for a majority of assignments.
Head-2-Head Software Review: Phase One Capture One Pro vs. Hasselblad Phocus vs. Leaf Capture
If you're in the market for a Medium Format Digital Back (MFDB), it doesn't take too long before you realize that a very big part of the decision is the software that works with the system. These cameras started as tethered systems for the studio, and that's where they justified their investment early on - in speed and efficiency of workflow. It's no wonder that one of the applications, Phase One's Capture One Pro, has evolved to give professional MFDB power to the DSLR user.
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GPS on Panasonic ZS7
Panasonic announced what it’s calling “the world’s smallest photo/video hybrid superzoom digital camera,” according to the company’s Jan. 26 press release. The ZS7 has 12.1 megapixels and a wide 12x optical zoom lens in a compact body, but its coolest feature is sure to be the built-in GPS. Read more
Panasonic Adds HD Video to New ZR3
Panasonic announced the Lumix ZR3, a successor to last year’s ZR1, with the same 12.1-megapixel resolution and 8x optical zoom lens. The new model adds HD video and intelligent resolution technology that the company claims renders more details than ever. Read more
Pentax Shows Off Three New Cameras
Pentax announced the beginning of two new product lines with the unveiling of the retro-styled Optio I-10 and the compact H90. Both cameras come with 12.1 megapixels and a wide, 5x optical zoom lens. Pentax also announced the E90, a budget compact model. All three digital cameras will go on sale next month. Read more
Sony Adds Full HD to Cyber-shots
Sony announced two compact digital cameras with full 1920 x 1080-pixel HD movie modes. The Cyber-shot HX5V and TX7 can shoot 10-megapixel still images and include TransferJet technology to wirelessly beam images to computers and other enabled devices. Read more
Firmware Upgrade for E-P1
Olympus updated the firmware on its Digital Pen E-P1 interchangeable lens camera. The version 1.2 update makes two small fixes and is only available through the included Olympus Master Software. Read moreBlog
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