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Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 4
Press Release  |  Apr 06, 2012
Adobe Systems Incorporated (Nasdaq:ADBE) announced the availability of Adobe® Photoshop® Lightroom® 4 software for Mac OS and Windows. Lightroom is the essential digital photography workflow solution helping amateur and professional photographers quickly import, manage, enhance and showcase their images. First released as a public beta in January 2012, the final version of Lightroom 4 is now available for US$149 for the full version and US$79 for the upgrade, providing an incredible value for photographers. Lightroom 4 introduces refined technology for superior shadow and highlight processing, ability to create photo books, additional local adjustment controls, and enhanced video support.
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Canon EOS 5D Mark III Digital SLR Camera
Press Release  |  Apr 05, 2012
On the 25th anniversary of its world-renowned EOS System, Canon U.S.A., Inc.is proud to announce its latest model, the new EOS 5D Mark III Digital SLR Camera. Positioned between the extremely popular EOS 5D Mark II and Canon’s top-of-the-line professional EOS-1D X model, the EOS 5D Mark III delivers superb image quality, thanks to a new 22.3-megapixel full-frame Canon CMOS sensor, a high-performance DIGIC 5+ Imaging Processor, a 61-point High Density Reticular Autofocus (AF) System and six frames-per-second (fps) continuous shooting speed. Building upon the trailblazing success of the EOS 5D Mark II, the EOS 5D Mark III also incorporates enhanced video features for professionals in the fields of cinematography, television production and documentary filmmaking, including better noise reduction, longer recording times and a built-in headphone jack for audio monitoring. The EOS 5D Mark III is Canon’s answer to hundreds of thousands of advanced amateurs and emerging professionals looking for a compact, high-quality camera system to help them achieve their artistic vision, whether it be through still or video imagery. The EOS 5D Mark III introduction coincides with Canon’s 25th anniversary celebration of the EOS camera system. Canon’s award-winning EOS system first debuted in March of 1987 with the introduction of the EOS 650 SLR camera and three EF lenses.
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Phase One Announces Digital Artist Series (PODAS) Photography Workshops for 2012
Press Release  |  Apr 04, 2012
The 2012 Phase One Digital Artist Series (PODAS) international photography workshops are now open for enrollment. Each of the ten all-inclusive photo excursions is limited to less than 25 participants. All feature a hands-on learning environment amidst breathtaking surroundings, and for the first time, French and German speaking workshops have been arranged.

Unique to PODAS, each participant will be loaned a 60-megapixel IQ160 camera system for the workshop duration. The system comprises a Phase One 645DF camera body and IQ160 back. A full set of Phase One lenses will also be available. Participants will receive a copy of Capture One Pro software, as well as several final 30x40 prints of their work and a camera bag. Ambitious shooting excursions will be complemented by seminars on topics ranging from visualization to composition, capture, workflow and presentation.

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Nikon Small World and Nikon Small World in Motion Call for Entries
Press Release  |  Apr 03, 2012
Nikon Instruments Inc. has announced that April 30th is the deadline for photomicrographers, scientists, artists, and the public to submit images for the 38th annual Nikon Small World competition, as well as the 2nd annual Nikon Small World in Motion contest.

The oldest and most respected competition of its kind, Nikon Small World celebrates the world's best photomicrographers, who successfully find the intersection of art and science under the microscope by using a variety of sophisticated microscopy techniques.

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Delkin 700X CompactFlash Card
Press Release  |  Apr 02, 2012
Delkin Devices announces their newest CompactFlash memory card, boasting enhanced performance features that cater to high definition video and RAW DSLR files produced in today's high-end cameras. The "Made in the U.S.A." 700X rated cards are unique in their impressive speed ratings, as well as their domestic origin. This card is engineered and built in Delkin's Poway, CA based facility with carefully controlled components and design. These qualities guarantee seamless compatibility with today's leading edge imaging equipment and ensure consistently superior performance.

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MAC Group USA $25 PocketWizard ControlTL Promotion
Press Release  |  Apr 02, 2012
MAC Group announced  a $25 mail-in rebate for U.S. customers that purchase a new PocketWizard MiniTT1 and/or FlexTT5 radio for use with Canon or Nikon DSLR camera systems from April 1, 2012 to May 31, 2012. Via mail-in rebate, purchasers will receive $25 for each unit purchased from an Authorized PocketWizard Dealer in the U.S.
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Premium D-SLRs & “Mirrorless” CSCs: A Report From The Consumer Electronics Show
George Schaub  |  May 11, 2012  |  First Published: Apr 01, 2012

In this and a continuing series of articles in the coming months we’ll bring you the news and innovations from the recent Consumer Electronics Show (CES) held earlier this year in Las Vegas. While the show floor was dominated by “smart” this and that, from phones to TVs and tablets, we’ll concentrate on those items of most interest to photographers. This report is on the new and recently introduced D-SLRs and interchangeable lens mirrorless cameras.

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PocketBox: Modifiers and Flash Tutorial in One
Press Release  |  Mar 30, 2012
Westcott has introduced the PocketBox, the first-ever compact flash system combined with education. The PocketBox includes: three size modifiers, a compact carry case and educational DVD.

The Round PocketBox is 8.5” wide, perfect for providing those round catch lights in the eyes. The Square PocketBox is 6” x 7” making it that perfect box for fill light while still maintaining compact diffusion. The Rectangular PocketBox is 8” x 12”, the largest of the three which is ideal for portrait and couples.

The PocketBox modifiers are built with top-notch components featuring an ultra-reflective silver interior maximizing light output as well as a removable inner diffusion panel. The worry-free elastic strap and soft grip panels help safely secure the PocketBox to the flash. The durable black backing prevents light spill and the heavy-duty, flexible wire framework will allow your PocketBox to withstand much abuse.

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The Epson International Pano Awards 2012
Press Release  |  Mar 29, 2012
Professional and amateur photographers around the world are invited to enter The Epson International Pano Awards to compete for over $30,000 in cash and prizes.

Early-bird entries are open until Friday 20th of April 2012.

The third Epson International Pano Awards is dedicated to the art of panoramic photography. It showcases the work of panoramic photographers worldwide and is the largest and most important competition for panoramic photography. Prizes include an Epson Stylus Pro 7900 printer, an Epson Stylus Pro 4900 printer, an Epson EB-1775 Ultra-Slim Projector and US$5000 cash.

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Tamron MyPhotoExhibits App Now Available For iPad
Press Release  |  Mar 28, 2012
Tamron USA, Inc. has announced the launch of MyPhotoExhibits (MPE) app for iPad to enhance the convenience and user-friendliness of the MyPhotoExhibits site. MPE is an innovative way for photographers looking to showcase their favorite images in a unique, free online venue. Unlike traditional static online galleries, Tamron's SoHo-like MPE interface, available at http://myphotoexhibits.com, allows users to create customizable 3D exhibits with a vibrant interactive experience.
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Pentax K-01 Camera
Press Release  |  Mar 27, 2012
Pentax Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation announces the availability of the Marc Newson-designed Pentax K-01 interchangeable lens camera (ILC). The new mirrorless Pentax K-01 is now shipping to retailers in the U.S. The  K-01 continues the tradition from a camera manufacturer that is known for pushing camera size, color, durability, and now, design, to the limit.
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Grand Canyon Walking Tour App
Press Release  |  Mar 26, 2012
GeographicWest announces that their first App for both Apple and Android smart phones has been released and is now available at both App Stores. The “Grand Canyon Walking Tour” is a point by point descriptive and photo tour of the Grand Canyon South Rim. It includes the popular South Rim Trail including photographic Shot Sites, Dining, Accommodations and Shop locations.
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Streetlamp Riser
Press Release  |  Mar 23, 2012
A clever streetlamp riser from event product developer Meese Orbitron Dunne Co. (MOD), La Mirada, Calif., raises the height of the company’s antique streetlamps by 3-1/2 inches and increases the diameter of its platform base to nearly two feet for enhanced dramatic appeal and extra stability for outdoor events. Ideal for use in weddings, photo shoots, set decorating, theatrical productions and other events where fully functional, decorative lighting or thematic period props are required, the lamp post riser helps accommodate changing weather conditions without changing the layout of the lighting, décor or props. Available in a choice of colors to match the color and style of the corresponding antique streetlamp, the lamp post base comes in White as standard and in Sandstone, Blackstone, Granite and Millstone at a 10% premium plus in custom colors in quantity.

The streetlamp riser is rotationally molded in one piece from 100% polyethylene for load bearing strength, impact resistance and durability. The stability base is also waterproof and weatherproof and may be placed outdoors seasonally or for long-term installation without substantial fading or discoloring.

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Photogenic Professional Lighting
Press Release  |  Mar 22, 2012
Photogenic Professional Lighting has extended its popular rebates until March 31, 2012.  The rebates are available on their popular models and kits from the Solair, PowerLight, and StudioMax III series. With the rebates, consumers can save up to $250 on lighting and accessories.
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Adobe Photoshop Touch for iPad
Press Release  |  Mar 21, 2012
Adobe Systems Incorporated announced that Adobe Photoshop Touch is now available for iPad 2, via the iTunes App Store. Adobe Photoshop Touch offers core Photoshop features, as well as new capabilities for creating and sharing in an app custom-built for tablets. The app is a central component of Adobe Touch Apps, a family of six intuitive touch screen applications, inspired by Adobe Creative Suite® software. iPad versions of the other Adobe Touch Apps are expected later this year.
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