Month: September 2010

Zacuto joins the EVF party and announces the Z-Finder EVF

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Well that didn’t take long…. only days after Redrock Micro showed their new Micro EVF, Zacuto has also shown a new EVF solution for DSLR movie making. Estimated price will be $775 and they are expected to be available in Feb 2011 in limited numbers. So maybe you can get one in 5 or 6 months time. For me it is getting somewhat frustrating that these companies are announcing products so far in advance of availability just so they can be “first”. They use the words limited availability so for many people it sounds like it could be 6 months …

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Aluminum Letus Hawk review with Quick Release system

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For serious video shooting with a DSLR you need to have a separate viewfinder that magnifies the image on your LCD. Not only do they keep the sun from your screen to aid your framing and composition but they also allow you to accurately focus with the very narrow DOF that comes from shooting with these types of cameras. There are already many viewfinders out there but the Hawk VF from Letus is one of the newer ones. Let’s take a look at the new aluminum version and also reveal their brand new quick release system! Letus launched the Hawk …

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Whistler Blackcomb ad campaign – Part 2

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The second part of the 2010/11 year Whistler Blackcomb ad campaign was shot back in April. I wrote about the first part HERE a couple of weeks ago. This time it was not specifically the mountains that were the subject, but the snowboarders that use it. This photo was to be used for the advertising in the major snowboard magazines around the world so we teamed up with some of the best riders out there. The Sandbox film crew came in with a few riders to film for their new snowboard movie called Now You Know and Red Bull brought …

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Leica unveils the M9 Titanium edition with electronic frame line projection

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I think it’s fair to say that the Leica M9 is one of the most beautiful cameras ever made. Since it’s launch last year it has been incredibly popular despite a very high price tag. It is still almost impossible to get hold of in a store. Today Leica has released details of a new special edition Leica M9 Titanium that comes with a titanium coated Summilux 35mm ASPH lens. But instead of this being a simple titanium version of the current M9, it features an entirely new top design that incorporates a new style of viewfinder to electronically project …

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Photokina 2010 news report

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The Photokina consumer show happens once every two years and you can always count on plenty of new products to be displayed. Here is a list of some of the things that were announced or on display this year which will be updated throughout the week with new products as they hit the show floor. If you are catching this on a feed reader you should click though to make sure you are seeing the most up to date version. CLICK THROUGH FOR THE FULL NEWS LISTING Nikon Nikon made their official announcements last week which I have already detailed. …

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Quick post about a sexy looking new camera – Fujifilm x100

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Here’s an interesting announcement from an unlikely place. Fujifilm just released a press release for a new compact camera featuring a 12MP APS-C sized sensor,720p video recording and a fixed 23mm (35mm equivalent) f2.0 lens. The styling of the camera is what caught my eye. It looks more like a Leica than a Fujifilm! Magnesium top and bottom plates wrapped in a leather grip with mechanical metallic dials on top for shutter speed and ISO and what even seems to be an aperture ring on the lens! The camera is not due for public release until January 2011 but it …

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Nikon D7000 Vs.Canon 60D Vs. Canon 7D

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Hot on the heels of Canon’s 60D announcement, Nikon has today revealed the successor to the popular D90 consumer DSLR, the D7000. Both of these cameras have made some considerable improvements on their predecessors and consumers these days are really starting to see higher end features trickle down into the lower end bodies. Last week I wrote an article comparing the Canon 7d with the 60D which was very popular and designed to give the Canon shooters a few pointers as to which might be the best camera for them. This week it’s going to be a Nikon Vs. Canon …

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Nikon unveils a new AF-S 200mm f2.0 G EF-ID VRII

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The second lens announcement for today is an update to the 200mm f2.0 lens. Full press release and more images after the break. Nikon UK, 15 September 2010 – Nikon today announces a completely new professional telephoto lens AF-S NIKKOR 200mm f/2G ED VR II to replace AF-S VR NIKKOR 200mm f/2G IF-ED. The new lens features Nano Crystal Coat, the new generation of Vibration Reduction technology (VR II) and a new A/M focus mode, making it the ideal lens for serious photographers seeking uncompromised performance. The lens retains the optical construction of its predecessor and delivers outstanding image quality …

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Nikon launches the new AF-S 35mm f1.4

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Nikon today has continued to bulk up their line of prime lenses with the addition of a new AF-S 35mm f1.4. Key Features: UPDATE: Now available to pre-order from B&H Full Press release and more photos after the break. Nikon UK, 15 September 2010 – Nikon today announces a completely new, fast-aperture NIKKOR lens – the AF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.4G. This is the third f/1.4 prime NIKKOR lens to be developed in the past six months further extending creative opportunities for professional photographers. Zurab Kiknadze, Product Manager Lenses, Accessories & Software, Nikon Europe says: “The AF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.4G sets …

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Meet the Nikon D7000

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The big news of the day is the launch of another camera in Nikons prosumer lineup. Nikon’s popular D90 will live on in its current form, the D7000 is just joining the ranks. Standout features include dual SD card slots and a 100% viefinder. At the price point they are aiming it, this will be going head to head with the new Canon 60D. The 60D has a swivel screen and the D7000 does not, but the D7000 has a 100% viewfinder while the 60D only has 96%. The 6oD is 18MP and the D7000 is 16MP. Its going to …

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Meet the new Nikon SB-700 flash

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As well as the camera and lens announcements, Nikon has also released a new flash, the SB700. More photos and full press release after the break. Nikon UK, 15 September 2010 – Nikon today is pleased to announce a new Speedlight – the SB-700. Packed with features, this is an easy-to-use, yet sophisticated flash in a compact body. It will be a welcome addition to anyone looking to develop their lighting skills and explore the options of the Nikon Creative Lighting system. Zurab Kiknadze, Product Manager Lenses, Accessories and Software, Nikon Europe BV says: “SB-700 offers users the opportunity to …

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Canon G12 becomes official

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We have know the specs of this camera for quite some time after technology website CNET accidentally leaked them during the launch of some other Canon products. Today Canon have finally made it official. Due to their ability to shoot RAW images, lots of pro photogs carry the G series cameras around when they need something a little smaller for everyday use. The new G12 keeps the same form factor of the G11, but adds HD video recording at 720p. Last week Nikon launched the similarly equipped P7000 point and shoot camera which looks set to be the G12’s main …

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