http://www.thzn.com Tue, 09 Mar 2010 22:20:06 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.0.5 en Just posted - Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 in-depth review http://www.thzn.com/2010/03/02/just-posted-ricoh-gxr-a12-50mm-f25-in-depth-review/ http://www.thzn.com/2010/03/02/just-posted-ricoh-gxr-a12-50mm-f25-in-depth-review/#comments Tue, 02 Mar 2010 14:42:00 +0000 Blog http://www.thzn.com/2010/03/02/just-posted-ricoh-gxr-a12-50mm-f25-in-depth-review/ Just posted! Our in-depth review of the Ricoh GXR with the A12 50mm F2.5 lens module. The GXR's concept of interchangeable lens modules is completely unique in today's digital camera world and generated a lot of interest when it was first announced four months ago. This review covers the GXR with the A12 50mm f2.5 equiv (12MP APS-C sensor) module (the S10 24-70mm module will follow soon). Find out how Ricoh's new flagship performed in our comprehensive review after the link…

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]]> http://www.thzn.com/2010/03/02/just-posted-ricoh-gxr-a12-50mm-f25-in-depth-review/feed/ Wacom unveils Cintiq 21UX interactive pen display http://www.thzn.com/2010/03/02/wacom-unveils-cintiq-21ux-interactive-pen-display/ http://www.thzn.com/2010/03/02/wacom-unveils-cintiq-21ux-interactive-pen-display/#comments Tue, 02 Mar 2010 11:24:00 +0000 Blog http://www.thzn.com/2010/03/02/wacom-unveils-cintiq-21ux-interactive-pen-display/ Wacom has released the Cintiq 21UX, an interactive pen display that combines with the company's pressure sensitive Grip Pen to offer 2048 levels of pressure sensitivity. The 21UX comes with a tilting, rotating stand that lets users to view it from varied angles and features customizable menu options. It comes along with basic image editing software and also supports advanced programs such as Adobe Photoshop. Priced at $1999 USD, the Cintiq 21UX will start shipping from late March 2010.

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]]> http://www.thzn.com/2010/03/02/wacom-unveils-cintiq-21ux-interactive-pen-display/feed/ Topaz releases Adjust 4 plug-in for Photoshop http://www.thzn.com/2010/03/02/topaz-releases-adjust-4-plug-in-for-photoshop/ http://www.thzn.com/2010/03/02/topaz-releases-adjust-4-plug-in-for-photoshop/#comments Tue, 02 Mar 2010 10:36:00 +0000 Blog http://www.thzn.com/2010/03/02/topaz-releases-adjust-4-plug-in-for-photoshop/ Software maker Topaz Labs has released released version 4 of its color management plug-in for Adobe Photoshop. The latest version features a redesigned interface, new presets and upgraded image processing algorithms. It is available as a free upgrade for existing users or $49.99 for first-time buyers.

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]]> http://www.thzn.com/2010/03/02/topaz-releases-adjust-4-plug-in-for-photoshop/feed/ Canon announces firmware update for EOS 5D Mark II http://www.thzn.com/2010/03/01/canon-announces-firmware-update-for-eos-5d-mark-ii/ http://www.thzn.com/2010/03/01/canon-announces-firmware-update-for-eos-5d-mark-ii/#comments Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000 Blog http://www.thzn.com/2010/03/01/canon-announces-firmware-update-for-eos-5d-mark-ii/ Canon has announced the long awaited, videorelated firmware for its EOS 5D Mark II will be available from mid-March. Firmware version 2.0.3 enables full 1080p HD video recording at 24, 25 and 29.97fps to match the PAL and NTSC broadcast standards. It also adds a new histogram display while shooting movies and allows users to manually control sound recording levels. Audio sampling frequency has also been increased to match broadcast material standards.

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]]> http://www.thzn.com/2010/03/01/canon-announces-firmware-update-for-eos-5d-mark-ii/feed/ Sony sheds light on recent sensors http://www.thzn.com/2010/03/01/sony-sheds-light-on-recent-sensors/ http://www.thzn.com/2010/03/01/sony-sheds-light-on-recent-sensors/#comments Mon, 01 Mar 2010 14:36:00 +0000 Blog http://www.thzn.com/2010/03/01/sony-sheds-light-on-recent-sensors/ Sony Semiconductor's latest online newsletter gives an in-depth explanation of its 10.34MP 1/2.3" type back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor. The IMX050CQK is designed for low-light photography and has been incorporated in many of the company's recent CMOS sensor equipped cameras including the Cyber-shot TX5, HX5 and Ricoh CX3 compacts. Another paper in the issue talks about how its supporting processor can offer high speed videos, full HD video recording and decreased power consumption.

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]]> http://www.thzn.com/2010/03/01/sony-sheds-light-on-recent-sensors/feed/ Noktor introduces HyperPrime 50mm f/0.95 lens http://www.thzn.com/2010/03/01/noktor-introduces-hyperprime-50mm-f095-lens/ http://www.thzn.com/2010/03/01/noktor-introduces-hyperprime-50mm-f095-lens/#comments Mon, 01 Mar 2010 11:24:00 +0000 Blog http://www.thzn.com/2010/03/01/noktor-introduces-hyperprime-50mm-f095-lens/ After a brief online campaign, US-based company Noktor has announced its first product: the HyperPrime 50mm f/0.95 lens for Micro Four Thirds cameras. This ultra-fast manual focus lens with manual aperture control bears an uncanny resemblance to the Senko 50mm f/0.95 C-mount CCTV lens and shares almost all of its vital specifications. The company, that appears to be registered to a residential property in Canton, Georgia will start shipping the lens from April 15, 2010 at a retail price of $750.

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]]> http://www.thzn.com/2010/03/01/noktor-introduces-hyperprime-50mm-f095-lens/feed/ Canon updates DPP and other camera software http://www.thzn.com/2010/03/01/canon-updates-dpp-and-other-camera-software/ http://www.thzn.com/2010/03/01/canon-updates-dpp-and-other-camera-software/#comments Mon, 01 Mar 2010 09:36:00 +0000 Blog http://www.thzn.com/2010/03/01/canon-updates-dpp-and-other-camera-software/ Canon has posted updates for several camera software programs including the 'Digital Photo Professional' Raw conversion software. The latest version of DPP extends support to the recently released EOS T1i/550D DSLR and comes with a new image rotation tool. The updated versions of the other pieces of software including EOS Utility and Picture Style Editor also extend support to the EOS T1i/550D DSLR. The updates can be downloaded from the DSLR support pages of individual cameras from Canon's website.

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]]> http://www.thzn.com/2010/03/01/canon-updates-dpp-and-other-camera-software/feed/ Sigma launches interactive website with lens finder http://www.thzn.com/2010/02/26/sigma-launches-interactive-website-with-lens-finder/ http://www.thzn.com/2010/02/26/sigma-launches-interactive-website-with-lens-finder/#comments Fri, 26 Feb 2010 17:24:00 +0000 Blog http://www.thzn.com/2010/02/26/sigma-launches-interactive-website-with-lens-finder/ Sigma US has revamped its website with new interactive features. It now includes a Lens Finder section that is aimed at guiding users to select the right lens according to their camera system, price and skill level. Other features include a photo share gallery, blog and social media tools.

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]]> http://www.thzn.com/2010/02/26/sigma-launches-interactive-website-with-lens-finder/feed/ Sanho releases HyperDrive Album with RAW preview http://www.thzn.com/2010/02/26/sanho-releases-hyperdrive-album-with-raw-preview/ http://www.thzn.com/2010/02/26/sanho-releases-hyperdrive-album-with-raw-preview/#comments Fri, 26 Feb 2010 10:27:00 +0000 Blog http://www.thzn.com/2010/02/26/sanho-releases-hyperdrive-album-with-raw-preview/ Storage device manufacturer Sanho has announced the HyperDrive Album, a portable backup device that can preview RAW files from digital cameras. It's claimed to offer UDMA transfer speeds of 40MB/s, backing up 2GB of data in a minute. Featuring a 4.8" WVGA preview LCD and CF/SD memory card slots, it also includes built-in data recovery tools and a longer-lasting battery that promises up to 200GB of backups per battery charge. The HyperDrive Album is available in 640GB, 500GB, 320GB, 250GB and 160 GB storage capacities - or buy the device on its own and install your own hard disk.

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