January 2006

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January 23, 2005
 
Canon Was #2 in US Patents Last Year

Canon Press Release Excerpt:
In 2005, Canon received 1,828 patents,* rising one position from its 2004 third-place ranking. Canon has been one of the top three patent-receiving organizations for the past 14 consecutive years and number two for the total number of patents received in the past 10 years. Canon spends nearly eight percent of its yearly sales on research and development, allowing the company to constantly be a leading innovator in many consumer and business markets.    More

January 23, 2005
 
Popular Photography's 2006 Digital Wizard Contest is Starting

Fotolia Press Release Excerpt:
Creative hobbyists, professionals, and students can participate in the Digital Wizard contest for the chance to win a $1,000 grand prize and have the entry published in the July 2006 issue of Popular Photography & Imaging and posted on the magazine's website. Entrants are required to use elements from at least four of 12 pre-selected photos, adding only filters or plug-ins, but no other images. The deadline for entries is midnight, March 31, 2006.    Full Article

January 24, 2005
 
Color or Kelvin Temperatures in Photography

Eric Hartwell writes, "What you therefore need to be aware of is the different colours or “temperatures” at different times of the day and in different situations. Pure blue sky is blue (no surprises there). Shade from a blue sky is still blue but not “as blue”. If the sky is overcast then it is even “less blue” and in the early afternoon it is positively “more yellow”. As the day wears on it becomes “more orangey” and then “more red”."         Full Article

January 25, 2005
 
Casio Announces the Release of the EX-Z600

Casio EX-Z600 News Release Excerpt:
The latest evolution in this popular series offers 6.0 megapixel high resolution photos in a stylish, compact, and pocket-sized package. The extra large 2.7 inch Super Bright LCD is approximately three times brighter than the previous EX-Z500 model, producing an impressive luminance of 1200 candelas per square metre. This significant advancement makes the LCD easier to see, especially when viewed in the sunny outdoors. In auto mode, the LCD automatically adjusts to the brightness of the surrounding environment. The EX-Z600’s SUPER LIFE Battery now has an even longer battery life, supporting a staggering 550 shots per charge*.      Full Article

January 26, 2005
 
Choose the Right Lens for Portrait Photography

Eric Hartwell writes, "But, if you want to take good portrait photos you need to think about investing in the right sort of lens. If you want your subjects to be pleased with the results of your work, then make sure you get a lens fit for the job. And that means, one with the correct focal length.

Lenses with a focal length less than 80mm are no good. They make noses look too big because the photographer has to get in too close. The ideal portrait lens has a focal length in the range 90mm to 135mm. These keep the natural proportions of the face as you see with the naked eye."          Full Article

January 27, 2005
 
Initial Review of the New Olympus FE-130

Olympus FE-130 News Release Excerpt:
The enhanced Help Guide on the FE-130 and FE-140 cameras incorporates: a built-in manual that explains all of the terminology of specific functions; a reference that explains the pre-programmed scene modes; and a tutorial "shooting guide" that educates users on how to accomplish specific effects, such as "shooting into backlight" and "adjusting coloration." The shooting guide not only provides detailed descriptions for various photographic scenarios, but also actually sets the camera with the touch of a button, making the transition from learning to doing instantaneous.         Full Article

January 27, 2005
 
Initial Review of Very Similar New Olympus FE-140

Olympus FE-130 News Release Excerpt:
"I believe the Olympus FE-Series cameras provide the best selection of features for first time users to explore digital photography. Features such as the Built-In Help Guide, One-Touch buttons, direct printing, and pre-set scene modes are designed for absolute ease of use," said Naoki Tai, product manager, Olympus Imaging America Inc. "Even though these models are priced affordably, the FE-130 and 140 offer incredible image quality."         Full Article

January 27, 2005
 
Megapixels Required for Certain Print Sizes

However a rough estimation of how good a picture will be based on the number of pixels can be calculated and is actually pretty easy to do. When evaluating how good a print will be there is a measurement that is simple to use and provides a good estimation for the quality - it is called DPI (dots per inch). DPI is actually the number of pixels along one inch. To get a good print you would need a certain DPI (on both X and Y axis).          Full Article

January 27, 2005
 
Initial Review of the New Olympus Stylus 710

Olympus Stylus 710 News Release Excerpt:
The camera's large 2.5-inch LCD and Bright Capture Technology dramatically improves composition, capture and review of images in low-light situations. Olympus' exclusive TruePic TURBOTM Image Processor, coupled with a 7. 1 megapixel image sensor, produces crisp, high quality photos. The inclusion of 28 shooting modes offers versatility across a variety of shooting situations. And a built-in Help Guide provides on-the-fly instruction - a handy alternative to toting around a user manual.       Full Article

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