Sigma announces firmware version 1.01 for the DP1 digital camera. The firmware adds a grid display mode (which cannot be used in MF mode and movie mode) for picture taking is added to the LCD monitor. Additionally, it will improve the stability of the camera’s operation. At the same time Sigma releases an update for Photo Pro 2.5 for Windows and Photo Pro 3.2 for Macintosh where the coloring at the corners of the image generated under a specific condition of the DP1’s RAW image has been improved. The update is available now…

Kodak launches new EasyShare C713 and C813
Kodak has launched two new entry level digital cameras in their EasyShare C-series: the 8 Megapixel model C813 and the 7 Megapixel model C713. Both cameras feature a 3x optical zoom lens, a 2.4 inch (6.1 cm) indoor/outdoor color display, digital image stabilization, ISO up to 1250 and video with sound and print options. The HD still capture option allows you to view your pictures in high definition on an HDTV or any other HD device. The cameras are available now: $119.95 for the model C813 and $ 99.95 for the model C713…

Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 review delay + five new galleries
For those of you waiting for my review of the Sony Alpha DSLR-A350, I have bad news: it’s delayed. I was just about done when I concluded that I probably have a bad lens. When I get a replacement lens, I will complete the review. I also had a similar problem with my EOS Rebel XSi’s kit lens, which is why there’s no gallery for that camera yet.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ5 reviewed
Here’s one a lot of you have been waiting for: our review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ5. Click the link to see how this "compact" ultra zoom performed!

Nikon announces 18x optical zoom Coolpix P80
Nikon announces the Coolpix P80 featuring 18x optical zoom. The new P80 offers 10.1 megapixels of sharp resolution, a new digital image processing engine, and an 18x zoom-Nikkor lens that covers focal lengths from 27 - 486mm (35mm format equivalent). Image sensor shift VR (Vibration Reduction) image stabilization rounds out the set by adding extra reassurance that the results will be sharper and clearer. In addition to its 2.7-inch LCD monitor, the Coolpix P80 features a 230k-dot electronic viewfinder…

Ricoh Firmware Update 2.02 for the GR DIGITAL II
Ricoh have posted firmware update Version 2.02 for the GR DIGITAL II The following phenomenon was corrected. After taking a picture with a long exposure time (1 second or slower) in the M mode (manual exposure mode), and then even if you take a picture in the Auto shooting mode, the image processing for the long exposure time will be performed…

Mamiya digital back adapter for RB67 Pro-S(D)
Mamiya introduces the ProSD adapter HX702 which allows the use of the Mamiya ZD 22 Mp Digital Back on Mamiya RB67 Pro-S and Pro-SD medium format cameras. This adapter transforms a Mamiya RB67 film camera into a 22-megapixel camera, and the rugged aluminum adapter has a revolving mechanism built-in, retaining RB67’s unique feature of switching between vertical and horizontal. The interface between the ZD Digital Back and the RB67 goes through a cable plugged into the lens flash sync terminal…

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