New Model of Popular Epic Robot for Creating High-Res Panoramas Fits Larger Point and Shoot Digital Cameras is Now Available and Shipping GigaPan Systems, maker of the GigaPan Epic robotic camera mount introduced in January, has released the second model in the GigaPan Epic series, the Epic 100. The new model is specially designed to [...]
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RSS feed for this sectionAF-S DX NIKKOR 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5G ED Lens
Nikon DX-format, ultra wide-angle 2.4x zoom lens with a focal length of 10 to 24mm Nikon Australia is pleased to announce the new AF-S DX NIKKOR 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5G ED lens with built-in Silent Wave Motor (SWM) for Nikon DX-format digital SLR cameras. Compact and lightweight, this ultra wide-angle 2.4x zoom DX NIKKOR features a focal [...]
Australians spend record $5.72 billion on ‘digital lifestyle’ in 2008
When it comes to their technology purchases, Australians appear to have shrugged off the economic gloom in the second half of 2008 (2H 2008), according to figures from the latest Canon Consumer Digital Lifestyle Index (CDLI). The Canon CDLI is independent research commissioned by Canon and compiled by GfK using information on sales figures (units [...]
Professional Series, Gorillapod Focus Camera Tripod
PRODUCT OVERVIEW The strongest, largest Gorillapod yet, the Gorillapod Focus is designed with the professional photographer in mind. Its machined aluminium sockets offer incredible flexibility while ensuring a rock-solid hold in almost any environment. Best of all, it supports a whopping 5 kg!
Wacom Intuos4 Graphics Tablet Is Here
Next-generation Professional Pen Tablet Delivers New Proprietary Pen Technology and an Elegant, Ergonomic Design Loaded with New Features Wacom® today unveils the long anticipated Intuos®4, a revolutionary new professional pen tablet that delivers new features and unparalleled performance to photographers, designers and artists seeking optimal control and improved productivity. Inspired by members of Wacom’s professional [...]
Gitzo GM2541 Carbon-Fiber Monopod Video Review and Tutorial on How-To Use a Monopod
We review the Gitzo and also cover how to use a monopod for those that have never experienced one. Gitzo’s GM2541 is a four section, carbon fiber monopod. It weighs half a kilo (1.1lbs) and rises to a maximum height of 1.6m (63in) from a collapsed length of 53cm (20.9in). The leg sections use the [...]
Fenix Torches or Flashlights, Because Photographers Sometimes Need One
Most of us have a torch or flashlight of some sort in our camera bag, or if we don’t, then we should. Torches have changed a lot recently. For many years I carried a small 2AA Maglite torch or flashlight in my camera bag. It served me well but had some major limitations. If I [...]
