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Wednesday, September 10, 2014

Digital Photography Review Newsletter: Wednesday, 10 September 2014

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Wednesday, 10 September 2014
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Welcome to the 526th Digital Photography Review newsletter.

Photokina is getting frighteningly close, and in the final days before we fly off to Cologne we're feverishly writing first-impressions reviews and shooting hands-on pictures of new cameras. Without giving too much away, there's some gear on the way that you should hopefully find interesting, whichever sort of photography floats your boat. Keep a close eye on our homepage...

For a photographic experience from a very different era, I posted the second part of a 2-part article about a personal project - found pictures of Berlin in 1956/7 that I've been restoring. We published part 1 last week and part 2 completes the collection.

In the meantime, here are a few other content highlights from the past few days:

Fujifilm X100T First Impressions Review

Fujifilm has announced the X100T, the latest evolution of its popular X-series of enthusiast compacts. Introduced with this model is an updated Hybrid Viewfinder that includes a new electronic rangefinder feature and automatic brightness controls. The X100T carries over the 16MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS II sensor seen in its predecessor as well as a fixed 23mm (35mm equiv) F2 lens. We've prepared a quick overview of the new camera.

Click here to read more about the new Fujifilm X100T

Zeiss introduces 'no distortion' Otus 1.4/85mm

Zeiss has announced a new fast mid-telephoto prime to join last year's widely acclaimed 1.4/55 lens in the Otus range. Due out in the middle of this month in Canon EF (ZE) and Nikon F (ZF.2) mounts, the new Zeiss Otus 1.4/85 is a manual focus lens claimed to offer exceptional performance even when used wide open on full frame cameras.

Read more about the Zeiss Otus 1.4/85mm

Beginner's guide: shooting high-key at home

High-key lighting is a classic look for portraits or product photography that minimizes shadows and produces a bright, vibrant look. Although typically shot in the studio with lots of high-powered lights, it's possible to produce a similar look at home using some fairly basic kit. In this article we'll talk you through a simple backyard setup and some easy post-processing that will serve as a great introduction to high-key portraiture.

Read our beginner's guide to shooting high-key at home

Cold War camera: 1950s Berlin in color (part 2)

Ten years after the end of WWII, Germany was rebuilding. Cities like Berlin, which had been severely damaged during the war were emerging from the rubble as the 'Wirtschaftswunder' or 'economic miracle' transformed West Germany. In the immediate post-war period hundreds of thousands of allied troops were stationed in the divided country, many of them with cameras. Found recently at a flea market, the images in this article date from 1956-7 and were taken by a US Serviceman in Berlin.

Click here to take a look at part 2 of our collection of color images from Berlin in 1956-7

(Last) week in review: Photokina is in the air...

Daylight hours may be getting shorter as we enter September but the days are just packed. Photokina is a little over a week away and as expected, the announcements are beginning to ramp up. Last week, Sony's new QX cameras drummed up a lot of attention, IFA in Berlin produced a number of promising smartphone announcements, Canon's lenses got cheaper (sort of) and the bird was the word when the 2014 British Wildlife Photography Awards were announced.

Click here to read our roundup of last week's big news

What's coming up?

I wish I could tell you. But you'll find out soon enough - make you you stay glued to our homepage for full coverage of Photokina, the world's biggest photography tradeshow which takes place next week.

See you there!

Barney

GearShop update - a message from the team

Just Announced: Smaller than their OM-D series cameras, the new PEN E-PL7 from Olympus is a rangefinder-style mirrorless compact that delivers high quality in small package. Intelligent new features such as enhanced control via smartphone, and an articulating display that rotates down 180 degrees give this camera an edge in the world of social media.

The E-PL7 will be available in multiple colors, and as a body-only for $599, or kitted with a 14-42mm IIR Lens for $699. GearShop is accepting pre-orders for it now, so get in line and it will be sent to you with free 2-day shipping when inventory becomes available.

Until next week - the GearShop Team

 
 
News updates

New Apple iPhones feature phase-detection AF

Published on Tuesday, September 9, 2014 8:06:00 PM GMT

Last week saw a slew of new Android and Windows Phone devices launched at IFA in Berlin, and today it was Apple's turn. The company has announced two new smartphones - the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 'Plus' which feature new 8MP imaging sensors with phase-detection autofocus and (in the case of the iPhone 6 Plus) optical image stabilization. Read more at our sister site, connect.dpreview.com

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IFA 2014: The mobile imaging highlights

Published on Tuesday, September 9, 2014 6:29:30 PM GMT

IFA in Berlin is one of the most important trade shows of the year for the makers of smartphones and other mobile devices. We spent the last week attending press conferences and roaming the show floor in the German capital and saw an abundance of new devices being launched and on display. With the show about to finish, let's have a look at the mobile imaging highlights at IFA 2014. Read more

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Zeiss introduces 'no distortion' Otus 1.4/85mm

Published on Tuesday, September 9, 2014 12:30:00 AM GMT

Zeiss has announced a new fast mid-telephoto prime to join last year's widely acclaimed 1.4/55 lens in the Otus range. Due out in the middle of this month in Canon EF (ZE) and Nikon F (ZF.2) mounts, the new Zeiss Otus 1.4/85 is a manual focus lens claimed to offer exceptional performance even when used wide open on full frame cameras. Read more

Read full story

Beginner's guide: shooting high-key at home

Published on Monday, September 8, 2014 1:00:00 PM GMT

High-key lighting is a classic look for portraits or product photography that minimizes shadows and produces a bright, vibrant look. Although typically shot in the studio with lots of high-powered lights, it's possible to produce a similar look at home using some fairly basic kit. In this article we'll talk you through a simple backyard setup and some easy post-processing that will serve as a great introduction to high-key portraiture. Learn more

Read full story

Week in review: Photokina is in the air...

Published on Sunday, September 7, 2014 11:00:00 AM GMT

Daylight hours may be getting shorter as we enter September but the days are just packed. Photokina is a little over a week away and as expected, the announcements are beginning to ramp up. Last week, Sony's new QX cameras drummed up a lot of attention, IFA in Berlin produced a number of promising smartphone announcements, Canon's lenses got cheaper (sort of) and the bird was the word when the 2014 British Wildlife Photography Awards were announced. See what you may have missed in our look back at the last seven days

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Cold War camera: 1950s Berlin in color (part 2)

Published on Sunday, September 7, 2014 9:00:00 AM GMT

Ten years after the end of WWII, Germany was rebuilding. Cities like Berlin, which had been severely damaged during the war were emerging from the rubble as the 'Wirtschaftswunder' or 'economic miracle' transformed West Germany. In the immediate post-war period hundreds of thousands of allied troops were stationed in the divided country, many of them with cameras. Found recently at a flea market, the images in this article date from 1956-7 and were taken by a US Serviceman in Berlin. Click through to take a look at part 2.

Read full story

Western Digital launches My Passport Wireless hard drive with built-in SD card reader

Published on Saturday, September 6, 2014 5:01:00 AM GMT

Western Digital has launched a new wireless-enabled hard drive that uniquely features a built-in SD card reader. The My Passport Wireless might be coming to the market after other wireless options like the LaCie Fuel drive, but it’s the inclusion of the SD card reader that makes this product of particular interest to photographers. Read more

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Epson launches A3+ SC-P600 printer with 'industry's highest black density'

Published on Saturday, September 6, 2014 5:00:00 AM GMT

Epson has announced a new A3+ desktop inkjet printer aimed at the professional and semi-professional photographer that it claims is capable of producing a maximum black density of 2.8. According to Epson this beats all competitors’ A3+ machines that use 6 or more inks. The SureColor SC-P600 is part of Epson’s plan to introduce ten new professional printers to the market under the ‘Sure’ brand by 2016, and is the first SureColor model to be aimed at the photo market. Click through to read more.

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CAMS wants to change how you carry your camera with new 'Pro' camera and lens plates

Published on Friday, September 5, 2014 10:16:00 PM GMT

Delaware-based company CAMS is raising money to create a range of mounting plates for DSLR users to carry their gear from a mount on the bottom, rather than the top of the camera. The low-profile CAMS Pro Camera Plate and Lens Plate attach to the tripod screws on the bottom of your camera (and lenses with a tripod collar) and provide a firm mounting point for the company's quick-release neoprene straps, allowing your gear to be carried comfortably at hip level, ready to be brought quickly into the shooting position. Read more

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Canon announces plans for firmware update to Cinema EOS cameras

Published on Friday, September 5, 2014 3:00:00 AM GMT

This December, Canon will release a firmware update for its popular EOS C500 and EOS C300 video cameras, as well as version 1.3 of its Cinema RAW Development software. Support is added for a new color space used in recent broadcast testing, and both cameras will also gain the ability to use the assignable Func. button to specify color temperature. Read more

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Nokia announces Lumia 830 with OIS and innovative camera modes

Published on Friday, September 5, 2014 12:01:00 AM GMT

At an event in Berlin, Nokia has today announced the Lumia 830. Dubbed an 'affordable flagship,' the device's camera module offers a 10MP 1/3.4-inch CMOS sensor and F2.2 maximum aperture. What sets the 830 apart from many competitors is the optical image stabilization system which, according to Nokia, is the thinnest in any of its devices, allowing for the 830's slim physique. Read more

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SLR Magic introduces HyperPrime Cine 10mm T2.1 for Micro Four Thirds

Published on Thursday, September 4, 2014 7:22:00 PM GMT

Ahead of a Photokina launch, Hong-Kong based SLR Magic has announced the HyperPrime Cine 10mm T2.1 lens for Micro Four Thirds and SLR Magic 77 ND 0.4-ND 1.8 filter. The manual focus lens offers a 20mm equivalent angle on a Micro Four Thirds body, and is designed to a videographer's taste with a stepless aperture ring. It will be available at the end of October for $799. Read more

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Winners announced for 2014 British Wildlife Photography Awards

Published on Thursday, September 4, 2014 10:00:00 AM GMT

Winners of the 2014 British Wildlife Photography Awards have been announced, with an overall winner, category winners and highly commended photos receiving recognition. Winning entries will be included in an exhibition touring the UK as well as a photo book, and the overall winner will be awarded a £5000 cash prize. Take a look at the photo that took top prize as well as category winners. See gallery

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Samsung introduces Galaxy Note 4 phablet with OIS

Published on Thursday, September 4, 2014 12:11:52 AM GMT

Samsung has announced the latest iteration of its top-of-the-line phablet, the Galaxy Note 4, at simultaneous events in New York and Berlin today. In terms of design the new model is very close to its predecessor, the Galaxy Note 3, but the big news about the Note 4's 16MP camera is its optical image stabilization system - making it the first Samsung smartphone to offer this feature. Read more

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A guided tour of the Sony QX1 and QX30 smartphone cameras

Published on Wednesday, September 3, 2014 3:00:00 PM GMT

Sony got a lot of attention when it released a pair of cameras which clip onto a smartphone last fall. They're really going to raise a lot of eyebrows now, with their QX1, which features an APS-C sensor and E-mount. Yep, an Alpha on your phone. Take a tour of the QX1 and the superzoom QX30 cameras right here.

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Sony introduces QX1 with APS-C sensor and E-mount for smartphones

Published on Wednesday, September 3, 2014 3:00:00 PM GMT

Sony has announced the QX1 and QX30, expanding its line of 'lens-style' cameras ready to be paired with a smartphone. The QX1 is an interchangeable lens model, containing a 20MP APS-C sensor and a Sony E-mount for use with lenses designed for Sony's mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras. More like the existing QX10 and QX100, the QX30 is single unit containing a sensor and lens, providing a 20MP 1/2.3"-type sensor and a longer 30x optical zoom. Read more

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