The new Ricoh GXR S10 KIT is a new camera kit that consists of the GXR body and the Ricoh S10 24-72mm f2.5-4.4 VC lens that features a high-performance 3x wide-angle zoom lens. The “VC” designation indicates that this unit has the Vibration Correction function developed independently by Ricoh. [Ricoh]
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Canon has decided to upgrade the Canon EOS-1D Mark IV with the new firmware version 1.0.8. The firmware version 1.0.8 is for cameras with firmware up to version 1.0.6. Please remember that you can’t downgrade the firmware. The Canon EOS-1D Mark IV firmware version 1.0.8 fixes a phenomenon in which the set aperture moves unexpectedly when shooting movies in manual exposure mode using some Canon lenses (such as macro lenses). Additionally, the new firmware also corrects misspellings in the French and Spanish menus for applicable products. You can download the firmware here. [Canon]
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Sigma today rolled out the APS-C Hood Adapter HA1030-01 for the Sigma APO 50-500mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS lens. This adapter extends the length of the lens hood and provides more effective shading when used with digital cameras with an APS-C size image sensor. This new hood adapter will be supplied with all APO 50-500mm DG OS HSM lenses. Good news for those who have already purchased the APO 50-500mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS lens, because the adapter will be available for free. [dcviews]
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You are lucky if you are living in the US, because Sigma SD15 digital SLR camera is now available in US stores. The Sigma SD15 has a Foveon sensor with 4.7×3 megapixels, a 3-inch rear screen with a resolution of 460,000 dots, a TRUE II processor, a large buffer that holds 21 RAW files and a 77-segment metering sensor. The camera’s shutter is rated for 100,000 actuations. The Sigma SD15 comes equipped with the company’s new Sigma Photo Pro 4.0 software, which features user-controlled noise sliders that allow for greater control over detail rendering in images taken at ISO 400 and higher, and special algorithms that were specifically developed for processing SD15 RAW files. The Sigma Photo Pro 4.0 also contains the X3 Fill Light function, allowing you to easily add light to shaded areas of an image, without overexposing highlighted areas. The Sigma SD15 retails for approx. $989 a pop. [Sigma]
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Sony today introduced a couple of DSLR cameras from its Alpha range in the form of the A290 and A390. Designed for beginners, both cameras feature a 14.2MP image sensor, a mini-HDMI out for TV viewing, a memory stick PRO Duo and an SD memory card slots for storage. The Sony Alpha A390 has a 2.7-inch tilt LCD display with a Quick AF Live View, while the Sony Alpha A290 weights at just 456grams (without battery). The Sony Alpha A290 and A390 will be available in Summer 2010. No info on pricing at this time, so stay tuned. [Pocket-lint]
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