Nikon’s entry-level DSLRs are known for being well-built and easy to use. The same looks to be true for the D3200, just with a super-sized 24.2 megapixel sensor. Like the D800 and its monster 36MP sensor, the D3200 is an escalation in the sort-of dormant megapixel war. The DX-format (sorry, full-frame hopefuls) CMOS sensor should… Continue reading »
Apr
26
The Best Inexpensive Point-and-Shoot Camera with Wi-Fi
Smartphone cameras have gotten so good—and sharing photos from them has gotten so easy—that in most situations, a simple point-and-shoot camera seems like an unnecessary inconvenience. But point-and-shoot manufacturers, eager to keep their products relevant, have begun equipping the cameras with built-in Wi-Fi transmitters. These combine a legitimate camera’s lens and sensor with a phone-like… Continue reading »
Apr
04
Add a Massive 5.6-Inch LCD Display To Your DSLR
If the Canon 5D Mark III’s generous 3.2-inch LCD display still isn’t large enough for your needs, the Swivi lets you strap on an even larger 5.6-inch swiveling display for live previews or reviewing shots and footage. Using a bracket that attaches to your camera’s tripod mount, the Swivi hangs off the side of your… Continue reading »
Mar
15
Sony Alpha A57
Even as pro-grade, mirrorless, interchangeable lens cameras threaten to overtake the user-base that once demanded budget DSLRs, not everyone is convinced. Sony has revamped one of its budget DSLR-like cameras for people who actually like having a bigger, more powerful camera in their hands. The first thing you notice about the A57 when you compare… Continue reading »
Mar
12
Improved CameraBag App
Nevercenter recently released the new CameraBag 2 for Mac and PC. Originally designed for the iPhone, CameraBag 2 now features all the default filters and vintage simulations found in the iPhone version in addition to configurable photographic tools with greater control than the previous Mac and PC version. Among its updated features are more than… Continue reading »
Mar
09
Nikon’s 16.1-MP COOLPIX
Nikon Inc. recently introduced two COOLPIX digital cameras that feature the company’s 16.1-megapixel Backside Illuminated (BSI) CMOS sensor. One model stretches the concept of ultrazoom to new heights, while the other works well in low light situations. The new ultra-zoom COOLPIX P510 features a 42x wide-angle Zoom-NIKKOR Glass Lens (24-1000mm) with advanced optical VR image… Continue reading »
Mar
02
CANON USA ANNOUNCES THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED EOS 5D MARK III DIGITAL SLR CAMERA
PRESS RELEASE CANON USA ANNOUNCES THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED EOS 5D MARK III DIGITAL SLR CAMERA Featuring Improved Image Quality, a 61-Point High Density Reticular AF, Six fps High-Speed Continuous Shooting and Enhanced HD Video Recording Features LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., March 2, 2012– On the 25th anniversary of its world-renowned EOS System, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a… Continue reading »
Mar
02
Epiphanie Showcased New Lines of Fashion Forward Camera Bags at Wedding & Portrait Photographers International (WPPI)
Epiphanie, designer of hybrid handbag-camera cases, featured its newest lines, Lyric and Stella, at this year’s WPPI tradeshow. With colors inspired by the runway and a slouchy hobo design, Lyric offers storage for an iPad or tablet and fully padded, customizable inserts providing complete impact protection for a DSLR, lenses and accessories. Stella is a… Continue reading »
Feb
28
The Nissin MF18 Macro Ring Flash
The Nissin Group recently introduced the MF18 Macro Ring Flash at the 2012 PMA annual convention in Las Vegas. The new flash includes an expandable flash head, macro lens mount adaptors, and a guide number of 16 at ISO 100. Among its other features are two flash tubes, side-to-side lighting ratio controls, four LED modeling lamps… Continue reading »
Feb
16
Nikon WT-5: Control 10 D4s at Once
If you’re going to lay down $6000 for the super-fast, low-light stalking Nikon D4, you might as well pony up another $900 for the WT-5 dongle that cuts the cord. Or why not string 10 D4s together? Wireless bullet time at a cost of $69,000. Thanks to the WT-5 dongle you’ll be able to link… Continue reading »