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Pentax introduces two new funky K-r in Japan with a new Camo and Rainbow series

By Daimaou - G.G-B - [21/4/2011 - 01:02] - 0 - Cameras

Pentax introduced yesterday a new K-r in cooperation with Tower Records Japan, the “TOWER RECORDSxPENTAX RAINBOW K-r,” a regular Pentax K-r featuring a dedicated boot-up and shutdown screen and a funky new colorful body! This model wil[...]

Pentax introduces two new funky K-r in Japan with a new Camo and Rainbow series

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Nikon D5100, 16.2Mpix, 1080p now a reality

By Daimaou - G.G-B - [5/4/2011 - 04:20] - 0 - Cameras

We were all waiting from Nikon to reveal an affordable powerful DLSR, and this day my friend has come, behold the almighty D5100! This new DSLR comes pack with a 16.2Mpix censor, a nice 3” articulated LCD, a 1080p video mode with Autof[...]

Nikon D5100, 16.2Mpix, 1080p now a reality

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FreshDV publish a nice and exhaustive review on the Aqua Tech DC-5 v2, an Underwater housing for Canon 5D MK II

By Daimaou - G.G-B - [18/3/2011 - 07:49] - 1 - Cameras

Not sure that I will have the opportunity to shoot future let’s Visit Tokyo underwater, but if you plan to shoot HD Video with your 5D MK II underwater just go and check FreshDV’s review on the Aqua Tech DC-5 v2, very instructive! Fres[...]

FreshDV publish a nice and exhaustive review on the Aqua Tech DC-5 v2, an Underwater housing for Canon 5D MK II

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Samsung introduces five new Lenses for its NX DLSR

By Daimaou - G.G-B - [22/2/2011 - 01:14] - 2 - Cameras

Samsung announced this morning five new NX lenses all featuring the company i-Funtion system allowing users to adjust the camera settings directly from the lens. The new lenses includes a stabilized 18-200mm with Samsung VCM Technology[...]

Samsung introduces five new Lenses for its NX DLSR

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[CP+ 2011] What you might have missed

By Daimaou - G.G-B - [15/2/2011 - 03:43] - 1 - Camcorder Cameras

CP+ 2011 is now over, and even if it was a little bit smaller than last year’s one, there still was pretty nice stuff to be seen. So here is the list of the news related to this event, enjoy it! 1. Sony Advance Model, NXCAM prototype, [...]

[CP+ 2011] Sigma’s DP2x in action

By Daimaou - G.G-B - [9/2/2011 - 01:32] - 1 - Cameras

Announced yesterday ahead of CP+ we had the chance to play for a while with Sigma’s latest DP2x and its improved AF. Of course we did not had the chance to really go deep into our quick test, but we have to admit that the DP2x AF is no[...]

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[CP+ 2011] Sony Advance Model, NXCAM prototype, PMW-F3 and other NEX Wonders

By Daimaou - G.G-B - [9/2/2011 - 01:16] - 1 - Camcorder Cameras

Today at CP+ Sony had one of the most interesting booths with many products that were yet been made available to the public and the general press. Nothing really we did not heard about in the past or during CES, but we couldn’t resist [...]

[CP+ 2011] Sony Advance Model, NXCAM prototype, PMW-F3 and other NEX Wonders

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Sony to open its “E-mount” specification to other manufacturers of lenses and mount adaptors.

By Daimaou - G.G-B - [8/2/2011 - 07:05] - 0 - Camcorder Cameras

What a pleasant surprise! Sony has announced today that it will disclose the basic specifications of its “E-mount” for interchangeable single lens cameras, without fee, to manufacturers of lenses and mount adaptors, startin[...]

Sony to open its “E-mount” specification to other manufacturers of lenses and mount adaptors.

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Sigma announced the DP2x in Japan

By Daimaou - G.G-B - [8/2/2011 - 06:43] - 0 - Cameras

Sigma Photo as introduced this morning a new version of its fantastic DP2, the DP2x. This model come with a 14Mpix FOVEON X3 direct image sensor comes with all features of the DP2 as well as a new high speed Auto Focus or AFE (Analog F[...]

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[Hands-On - Video] Canon releases EOS Kiss X5 and Kiss X50 in Japan (Rebel T3i and Rebel T3)

By Daimaou - G.G-B - [7/2/2011 - 04:52] - 4 - Press Conference Cameras

We just came back from Canon’s press conference where the company introduced today two new entry level DSRLs with the Kiss X5 (Rebel T3i) and Kiss X50 (Rebel, T3). Both models don’t come with stunning improvements but just enough to ke[...]

[Hands-On - Video] Canon releases EOS Kiss X5 and Kiss X50 in Japan (Rebel T3i and Rebel T3)

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Sigma slashes its APO 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM lens price in Japan to match overseas ones

By Daimaou - G.G-B - [2/2/2011 - 09:09] - 1 - Cameras

In a rather unusual but welcome move, Sigma has announced yesterday that will cut the price of one of its lens, the APO 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM, by 50,000 Yen in order to match overseas price. Has you maybe aware, Japan is facing qu[...]

Sigma slashes its APO 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM lens price in Japan to match overseas ones

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[Toy Forum 2011] Cute Pentax K-x Color keychain

By Daimaou - G.G-B - [26/1/2011 - 02:48] - 0 - Toy

Love your Pnetax K-x color so why don’t you adopt one of these cute little Pentax K-x color keychain the? Proposed by Takara Tomy at around 200 Yen, these keychain are now available in Japan and in 20 different colors.

[Toy Forum 2011] Cute Pentax K-x Color keychain

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Unleash your DSLR Raw power by checking your Camera Micro AF settings!

By Daimaou - G.G-B - [22/1/2011 - 09:15] - 9 - Cameras Offbeat

This news may be slightly out of topic today, but I would like to share with you the importance of Micro AF adjustment on your DSLR. Here you are an example below that will demonstrate how important Micro AF adjustment is when you want[...]

Unleash your DSLR Raw power by checking your Camera Micro AF settings!

Lightest, Smallest 15x DSLR zoom lens soon to be released by Tamron

By Akihabara News Team - [15/12/2010 - 10:05] - 1 - Accessories Cameras

Tamron has announced what they claim to be the world’s smallest and lightest 15x optical zoom lens. It uses Piezo Drive AF also known as PZD AF and covers a focal range of 18-270mm. Using piezoelectric autofocus monitor, the lens is ma[...]

Lightest, Smallest 15x DSLR zoom lens soon to be released by Tamron

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A free firmware upgrade for Sony A850 and A900

By Akihabara News Team - [3/12/2010 - 03:14] - 0 - Cameras

Sony published a press release yesterday announcing the release of a new and free firmware upgrade for its A850 and A900 DSLRs. On top of increasing Autofocus’ response speed, this new firmware expands the range of exposure value[...]

A free firmware upgrade for Sony A850 and A900

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Sony, Nikon and Sandisk team-up for next Gen High-Speed Memory Card

By Daimaou - G.G-B - [30/11/2010 - 03:07] - 1 - Storage

Today, Nikon, Sony and Sandisk officialized their collaboration for the development of the next Gen High-Speed Memory card that will achieve the needed speed (up to 550MB/sec) and capacity (Up to 2TB) to match the needs of future power[...]

Sony, Nikon and Sandisk team-up for next Gen High-Speed Memory Card

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[Review] Nikon D7000

By Ike LEUS - [29/11/2010 - 01:31] - 16 - Review Cameras

These are hard times for camera manufacturers trying to create an attractive body that offers the kind of performance to sell to both semi-professionals and the aspiring photographer set. Nikon has done just that by delivering a good D[...]

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[Unboxing] Nikon D7000

By Daimaou - G.G-B - [15/11/2010 - 11:23] - 1 - Cameras In Da House

Look what arrived this morning at the office? Yep Nikon latest DSRL, the D7000. Like usual you will have to wait for a while before we are fully done with this camera and publish our review, but so far so good and we are happy to repor[...]

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Canon Expo 2010, a “must” for all Canon enthusiasts

By Daimaou - G.G-B - [10/11/2010 - 04:01] - 3 - Camcorder Cameras

Canon enthusiasts or simple tech savvy visitors, the Canon Expo 2010 that will start to be available for the public tomorrow is a “Must” if you are in Tokyo. While there is nothing really new and that has not been already announced in [...]

Canon Expo 2010, a “must” for all Canon enthusiasts

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[Canon Expo 2010] Birth of a Canon 7D

By Daimaou - G.G-B - [10/11/2010 - 02:18] - 0 - Cameras

Today Canon Japan hold at Shinagawa its Canon Expo 2010, where you will have the chance to check Canon entire line-up of products, including cameras but also printers, scanner and other medical products, and among many wonders that we [...]

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Samsung releases NX10 1.20 firmware update with i-Function lens compatibility

By Daimaou - G.G-B - [12/10/2010 - 04:35] - 2 - Cameras

NX10 owners rejoice, Samsung just unveiled the 1.20 firmware for this camera with i-Function lens compatibility. Thanks to i-Function, you can now control your camera’s basic settings including ISO, Speed, Shutter Speed and Apert[...]

Samsung releases NX10 1.20 firmware update with i-Function lens compatibility

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[Review] Canon 60D… A real step forward for every DSLR enthusiast

By Daimaou - G.G-B - [11/10/2010 - 01:14] - 4 - Review Cameras

There have been rampant rumors about a possible replacement of the not-so-fantastic Canon 50D for YEARS – actually over a year and half! Where many gave up on a 50D replacement and moved away to Nikon with their fantastic D90, ot[...]