IOSHUTTER Shutter Release Cable – SLR control from iPhone-iPad-Touch

 IOSHUTTER – SLR control from your iPhone & iPad  & Touch
THE IOSHUTTER is actually a shutter-release cable connection operated through an iPhone (3GS onwards), iPad or even iPod Touch (4th generation). You will find two versions of the cable designed for many Canon PowerShot and also EOS digital cameras, and limited Samsung, Hasselblad, Contax and Pentax models. A Nikon-compatible cable is due this summer. The release is operated via the ioShutter app, with a free light’ version or a ‘pro’ version costing 10$.

IOSHUTTER Shutter Release Cable – SLR control from yours iPhone&iPad&Touch

Controls consist of shutter release, bulb (with a stopwatch to time the exposure), time-lapse and also programmed timers. Making full use of the Apple technology, the app also includes a sound trigger in ClapToSnap, along with a movement trigger called ShakeToTake I could see many possibilities for future updates.

The pro version provides greater control over timers, time-lapse and also shake functionality, and if you’ve invested in the cable the extra 10$ is actually hardly going to break your budget. The free version requires registration to use the time-lapse, sound and shake functions.

This is a clever device, however sound and shake functions aside, it is a steep price for any wired remote.

Edge 80 Optic | 80mm f/2.8 Tilt Optic – Lensbaby

lensbaby Edge 80
Edge 80 is actually a fixed 80mm ’optic’ with an f/2.8-22 aperture range and ‘landscape’ or simply ‘close-focus’ setting. The Edge 80 is designed to be utilized through a Lensbaby lens body that provides tilt/shift control to adjust issues the plane of focus, such as the Composer above (priced $199.90) in jun 2009 . With a 12-blade aperture and five multi-coated glass elements in four groups, the optic is perfect for portraiture, with creative control over out-of-focus areas.

The bottom of the supplied hard case acts as a wrench to get rid of the lens inside the lens body, after which the Edge 80 can be fixed into place. By pulling the front of the optic out, it enters its close focus setting, which supplies a minimum focus of around 43cm when fully tilted, The optic may be used like a ‘straight’ lens by pointing it forwards, as well as offering a ‘slice’ of focus by tilting the lens body. The optic is not cheap, but it can give a twist to your portrait work.

price :  around 300$

lensbaby edge 80 samples

lensbaby edge 80 samples

lensbaby edge 80 photos – lensbaby edge 80 samples

LOWEPRO Pro Roller Lite 250 AW

LOWEPRO Pro Roller Lite 250 AW

LOWEPRO’S Roller cases are suitable for traveling by plane and also the latest series features the lightest versions yet, The Pro Roller Lite 250 AW on check right here weighs 4.3kg and its 56.5×34.9×22.2cm dimensions are within most airlines’ baggage limitations.

Lowepro Pro Roller Lite 250AW (Black)

In the primary compartment is space for up to two pro DSLR bodies, four or five lenses and another or two flashguns, all secured between adjustable padded dividers. On the inside of the lid is a pocket for up to a 15in laptop, along with smaller pockets for accessories.

Pro Roller Lite 250 AW

Even filled with a full load, the case is comfortable to move because the wide placement of the wheels ensures good stability and also the extending handle is angled for an easy hold. The build quality of the case is fantastic and i also expect it to last for many journeys. If the wheels degrade they can be removed using an Allen key and are easily replaced. A smaller and lighter Lite 150 AW version (close to $ 290) can also be available.

Specifications LOWEPRO Pro Roller Lite 250 AW

Size(Exterior): 13.8W X 8.8D X 22.3H in./ 34.9 X 22.2 X 56.5 cm
Size(Interior): 12.5W X 6.3D X 19.5H in./ 31.8 X 15.9 X 49.5 cm
Weight: 9.5lbs/4.3kg

Capacity LOWEPRO Pro Roller Lite 250 AW
2 pro DSLRs,1 with attached lens; 4-5 extra lenses (such as a fisheye, 24-70mm f/2.8 or 70-200mm f/2.8); 2 flashes
with , spare batteries and memory cards , &, up to a 15″ laptop or tablet , extra accessories or personal items.

ProElite 100mm 2 in 1 video tripod w/ 5-25 fluid head

Tiffen ProElite 100mm

With both a ground and also midlevel spreader, the Davis And Sanford Pro Elite tripods are built in order to keep camera grounded regardless of what kind of surface you’re shooting on. An ergonomically designed lever system allows you to pan, scan and tilt the fluid head, and also counterbalance control mechanisms provide support for a broad variety of camera weights. The variable quick-release allows you to fine-tune digital camera balance rather easily. There are three models. All feature aluminum legs, have a maximum height of 64 inches and also a minimum height of 23.6 inches At the very top end is the Pro Elite 5100-25, a 100mm video tripod with a head that has four-position pan-and-tilt drag performance.

Tiffen ProElite 100mm tripod 

It additionally includes a selectable three-position counterbalance system. Estimated Street Price: $1,099

Weight: 15.000
Maximum Height: 64″
Minimum Height: 23.6″
Folded Length: 35.4″
Leg Sections: 2-stage
Leg Lock Type: Flip
Head Type: 5-25 Head
Maximum Load: 88lbs
Head Tilt & Pan: 4 step(0+3) Tilt Range +90 -75 degrees  

Warranty: 10 years

Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 DI VC USD

Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 DI VC USD
MOST CONSUMER- LEVEL digital SLRs are supplied with a spending budget standard zoom like an 18-55mm, which supplies an adequate level of performance for those first starting out in photography. Pay much more for your personal digital camera and you’ll discover it is supplied body-only or with an upgraded standard zoom like an 18-105mm. In case you currently use an 18-55mm kit zoom, you’ll appreciate the versatility of the zoom range, but may have realized that it offers limited optical quality. It’s no surprise, then, that many serious photographers upgrade it as soon as finances allow to a mid-range zoom or even, ideally, a premium fast regular zoom.

Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 DI VC USD
This elite group of optics includes Canon and also Nikon 24 -70mm f/2.8 zooms. Boasting wonderful handling, fast AF along with superb optical quality, they’re the ultimate standard zoom. Tamron’s most recent lens aims to challenge the big guns with a near- identical spec, apart from the added benefits of a built-in stabiliser and a low cost tag. Is it a viable alternative to marque brands? Let’s discover.

HANDLING: The Di insignia signifies this lens can be used with full-frame sensors and APS-C. too. once the effective focal length converts to 36-105mm on a Nikon or Sony, and also 38.4-112mm on a Canon.

Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 DI VC USD
The weight and high building indicate this lens has been created for serious use. The fast f/2.8 maximum aperture means the front element is relatively large (with a filter thread of 82mm), however the barrel itself is compact. The wide zoom ring dominates the majority of the front half and boasts a grooved, rubberised finish which makes it very easy to use. The zoom action is smooth and offers a good level of resistance, with a lock switch permitting the lens to be held at 24mm when not in use. Behind the zoom ring is the manual focus ring, that is relatively thin, but sports a textured rubberised finish for simplicity of use. It has a very nice action and can be used even if the lens is switched to AF; handy when you wish to make minor adjustments to the focusing point. An internal focus system means the front of the lens remains stationary during focus; useful when filters are attached. Other features include the Vibration Compensation On/Off switch near to the AF switch, and a focus distance window on the top rear of the lens, having a scale displaying metres and feet.

The overall build quality is excellent and the lens boasts dampness resistance to help prevent water from penetrating inside.

FEATURES: There’s no shortage of technologies as well as cutting-edge optical design here. By redesigning how the motors in the Vibration Compensation (VC) work, Tamron has delivered a lightweight system with a claimed four-stop advantage. The Sony-fit lens lacks this facility as Sony Alpha models boast body-integral stabilisation. The AF system advantages from the use of an Ultrasonic Silent Drive (USD) for quiet and also fast AF, with electronic manual focusing also possible.
The SP’ designation signifies this lens is one of Tamron’s premium optics and this is demonstrated by the sophistication of the optical construction, which boasts three LD elements made from high-grade optical glass, three glass-moulded aspherical lenses, one hybrid aspherical lens and also two Extra Refractive Index (XR) glass elements.

While this types of lens isn’t made for close-ups, the minimum focus of 38cm and maximum magnification of 1:5 (one-fifth life-size) will get you fairly close to subjects.

PERFORMANCE: TheTamron zoom performs excellently in all key areas. The actual autofocus on our Canon-fit sample provides fast and also responsive AF. locking on quickly without hunting. It may not quite match the big guns for speed, however the difference will be negligible for most users. The USD focusing motor is near-silent, too. and also delivers a performance that isn’t too far off Canon’s famed USM technique.

In case youve actually questioned if third-party lenses can really perform as well as marques, this zoom could change your perception.
The optics are excellent, being sharpest at its wide-angle end. with sharpness proving good at f/2 .8 to excellent at f/8. As you zoom through the range, the optics deliver a similar performance, while at 70mm. sharpness remains very good at f/8. Chromatic aberrations aren’t a problem, while fringing and distortion are both extremely well controlled. Light fall-off is evident at the wider focal lengths when the lens is used wide open, but close the aperture a couple of stops and this problem is eliminated.

The Vibration Compensation facility is a real reward when shooting hand-held in low light and our tests showed it offers a definite three-stop advantage brilliant when you are shooting in challenging situations.

price Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 DI VC USD
Priced around $1,299, this lens isn’t cheap, but it is more affordable than marque lenses – Nikon’s 24-70mm costs around $2,550, Canon’s recently discontinued 24-70mm is around $1.560, while theMk II lens is set to cost $2,750. Shaving off another $130 would add to the Tamron’s appeal even further. Its stabiliser is a real reward and also, along with the better quality optics, sets it apart from Sigma s highly-rated $780 24-70mm f/2.8 EX. With optics that deliver excellent quality to maintain all but the most discerning photographer happy, theTamron SP 24-70mm zoom may be worth serious consideration.

Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 DI VC USD MODEL A007

Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 DI VC USD Specifications

Lens Mounts :
  -Nikon AF
  -Canon EF
  -Canon EF-S
  -Sony Alpha
Angle Of View :
  -84°04’ －34°21’ (for full frame 35mm format cameras)
  -60°20’ －22°33’ (for APS-C format cameras)
  -Focal Length 24mm – 70mm
Length :
  -108.5mm (4.3 in)*
  -Entire Length 7
  -116.9mm (4.6 in)*
( Length is the distance between the mount face and the tip of the lens )
Min Focus : 38cm
Weight : 825g
Height : 88.2mm
Lens construction : 17 elements in 12 groups
price : 1299 $

lowepro compuday photo 250

As the name suggests, the Lowepro Compu Day is a laptop bag with Lowepro CompuDay Photo 250
plenty of room for everyday items, too. plus a padded side compartment big enough for a DSLR with standard range zoom. While the camera aspect is not exactly an afterthought, the large and deep main compartment is better suited to a flask and sarnies than anything specifically photographic. There are no dividers to section it off. but there’s plenty of room to pop a spare lens or flashgun inside if they’re protected in a soft wrap. The top zip also has a rain flap. It’s a great concept for carrying a camera alongside your general workday kit, plus a few small photo accessories. There are pockets for documents and magazines, and a separate interior bag is provided for a laptop charger and leads.

The harness is simple, just shoulder straps, though the contoured shape makes it quite easy to carry the bag over one shoulder with quick access to the camera.

lowepro compuday photo 250 150

Size(Exterior): 12.6W X 7.9D X 17.1H in./32 X 20 X 43.5 cm
Size(Interior): 11.4W X 4.7D X 15.4H in./29 X 12 X 39 cm
Front Compartment Inner Dimensions: 8.7W X .6D X 12.6H in./ 21 X .5 X 32 cm
Outer fabric:  600D Polyester 420 Nylon nailhead 840D/50t Nylon 1680 Ballistic Nylon Polyester stretch mesh

 
Always carry a camera ( old one or digital camera ) ‘ is a popular mantra, but it’s not always that easy, especially at work. The CompuDay makes it a breeze. Great price, too.

Olympus launches Tough TG-1

THE TG-1 is Olympus‘s flagship Tough digital camera It is shockproof to 2m, grind proof to 100kg, waterproof to 12m and also freezeproof to -10 C. which means it may be used for mountaineering, snorkelling or even jogging in glaciers. The 12-million-pixel camera features an all-metal body building with hard glass lens cover and feels robust sufficient to withstand years of hard use.
The 4.5-18mm (2 5-100mm equivalent) wide zoom lens includes a maximum aperture of f/2-4 9. with the 4x optical zoom lens perfect for most situations, although I would prefer a slightly longer focal length. Nevertheless, the Olympus TG-1 also includes a digital zoom that increases the range to 8x (super resolution zoom) or 16x, with the zoom indication on the monitor displaying which magnification is in use

BUILD AND HANDLING

The Olympus Tough TG-1 is extremely simple to use, and I managed to discover my way around within a few minutes without having to refer to the manual The rear dial sets the shooting mode, which include program, iAuto, low light, super sport, scene mode, magic filter and also two custom settings. Unfortunately, the Olympus TG-1 does not have a full manual setting Other rear controls include a zoom rocker, movie record, playback, a navigation manage with a central OK button and menu. Control keys are well placed even for big hands, and if the actual user’s hands are too big then the tap control may be used This involves simply tapping the side of the camera to navigate through menus or images.

The Lithium-Ion battery is situated on the camera base using the SD card slot. A USB battery charger can also be supplied, with the battery charged in-camera. The USB and HDMI ports are located on the side of the camera, and also both the base and side covers possess a double-locking, watertight seal.

Olympus launches Tough TG-1

Program mode provides the most user-selectable options. Such as flash settings, macro, exposure compensation, white balance, ISO from 100-6400, capturing rates from single frame to 60fps (although record sizes are 3MB or smaller at this speed) and file size (12M. 8M. 5M. 3M, 2M, 1M, VGA and also 16:9). Settings which are set can be saved as Custom 1 or 2.

With the some other shooting modes, the scene modes offer several scenarios, including landscape, 3D and also HDR The inclusion of pet choices is a little over the top Panorama mode is well implemented, with the digital camera detecting the direction that has it is moved and displaying a small crosshair target You simply reposition the view until the floating dot aligns with the target as well as the next picture is automatically taken, then repeat the procedure for the third image The 180‘ panorama takes a while to compile as well as doesn’t always align correctly.

There is a wonder setting with 12 effects, from watercolour to punk art and line drawing, even though effects could easily be achieved in many image-editing applications Also, the effect is saved over the original file and can not be undone. I would much prefer the camera to create a second version of the file, leaving the first untouched. Curiously, the ‘drawing’ effect does give two shots, so perhaps the designer forgot to add this function to the other effects. I might also provide liked a black & white and sepia setting. The Olympus TG-1 also offers GPS, with a database of more than 700,000 around the world landmarks The Olympus TG-1 lens could be converted to either a fisheye or a telephoto (both converters cost $152.00), while the converter adapter costs 15.00$ .

Olympus launches rugged TG-1: 12 megapixels

OVERALL PERFORMANCE

Picture quality is extremely good. Images are sharp and clean, although I feel that the camera is applicable too much compression, which can slow up the overall image quality even at the Fine setting The super-resoluuon zoom produces great results, whereas the 16x zoom produces soft, mushy pixels HD movie capture is fantastic, with three shooting modes: 1080p, 720p and VGA Each generates smooth-playing video. The 2 main macro settings produce great results and I truly like the super macro with LED illumination. The Olympus TG-1 has some difficulty with exposure -particularly when there’s plenty of white sky, which usually tends to be underexposed.

The histogram and 3in OLED screen give sufficient information and facts to allow the user for making any necessary compensation.

 Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS specifications

Max resolution : 3968 x 2976 , 12.00 Megapixels
Sensor size : 1/2.3″ (6.17 x 4.55 mm)
Sensor type : BSI-CMOS
Lens : 4.00x zoom (25-100mm eq.)
Autofocus ;
Contrast Detect (sensor)
Multi-area
Center
Selective single-point
Tracking
Face Detection

ISO : 100-6400
Minimum shutter speed : 4 sec
Maximum shutter speed : 1/2000 sec
Weight: 7.8 oz (221 g)
price ; $400

THE OLYMPUS Tough TG-1

Tough TG-1 produces regularly sharp photos with great colours. It’s not one of many cheapest compacts around, however it packs a lot of features, including GPS and also underwater shooting capability. The Olympus TG-1 is small enough to fit in a pocket or handbag, and also produces great images in a wide selection of scenarios.

Olympus launches Tough TG-1 iHS higher-spec rugged, waterproof camera

Polarisers – a guide to using polarising filters

You will find few more important points that a photographer can perform to improve his or her photography than getting familiar with the use of the polarizing filter.

So what can a polarizing filter do for you ? Among other things it may darken the sky, remove reflections from waters, and create foliage appear less shiny. Colour vividness can also be significantly enhanced. It is the just filter for colour film that can do all this.

There are two types of polariser Filters : linear and also circular. Linear polarisers Filters are generally cheaper, but DSLR users need a circular polariser as it’s designed to keep your camera doesn’t give an incorrect exposure reading Autofocus cameras polarise a few of the light that has passed through the lens once it’s inside the camera, an excellent it has recently been polarised by a filter, underexposure often occurs. Circular polarisers are built using a special foil, called a 1/4-wave retardation plate’, which causes light waves getting through to rotate so they appear to be unpolarised to the camera’s metering system, preventing exposure error.

There are numerous polarisers Filters available on the market now and costs vary enormously. Many photographers get a screw-in version and attach it directly to their lens. The downside is the fact that, if you have lenses with different filter thread sizes, you will need to buy more than one polariser, which gets expensive, or use stepping rings. Additionally, if you are using other filters in a filter holder regularly, such as ND grads, you will need to attach the holder to the polariser, making it fiddly to use as the holder can get in the way of the polariser.

Probably the most versatile solution is to buy a polariser which you can use with your filter holder. Cokin polarisers easily fit in the rear slot of the Cokin filter holder and is rotated independently of the holder itself, which is handy when using ND grads. If you are a Hitech or Lee Filters user, you are able to screw a polariser to the front of the holder (for Lee Filters, you need to buy a 105mm threaded ring as an optional extra) and also again rotate it to find the effect you want, without rotating the filter holder. For your Lee and Hitech 100mm systems, this method is expensive simply because you need a 105mm polarise, and they’re not cheap. If you use a Hitech 85 system, then you will need a 95mm polarise – still not cheap. Here are a few recommended polarisers.

For slot-in systems

Cokin P164 Circular Polariser (for Cokin P system holder)
Cokin Z164 Circular Polariser (for Cokin Z-Pro System)
Lee Filters 105mm Circular Polariser
Heliopan Circular Polarisers Slim Mount

Screw-in filters

Heliopan 77mm
Circular Polariser Slim Mount
Sigma 77mm EX DG Circular Polariser
B+W 77mm Slim Circular Polariser
Hoya 77mm Pro-1 Digital Circular Polariser
Hoya 77mm Slim Circular Polariser
Tiffen 77mm Circular Polariser

77-segment multi-pattern metering system for extra-accurate light measurement

All-weather digital camera for an affordable price revealed

PENTAX HAS introduced the K-30 -a mid-range DSLR boasting 16.28-megapixels and a compact, weather-resistant body. Whilst we’ve yet to deal with the camera, the requirements provided by Pentax is amazing. In addition to a decent image resolution, the camera appears to have been designed to look and feel much more expensive than it is, with weather- and also dust-proofing, a thick handgrip and also glass prism finder with near-100% coverage. The product range of features is excellent too. with a l/6000 sec top rated shutter speed, Full HD video, top ISO rating of 25600, six frames-per-second drive and also built-in shake reduction. The K-30 is available from the ending of June in a choice of black, white or blue for £600 body only, plus a number of kits including £650 with 18-55mm zoom, £680 together with 18-55mm weather-resistant zoom and £830 with 18-55mm and 55-300mm weather-resistant zooms.
The Digital SLR Digital photography team are all fans of the Pentax K-series of DSLRs which usually, although not having gained a significant proportion of the marketplace from Canon, Nikon and Sony, are actually very capable and enjoyable cameras to use. All of us expect the K-30 to offer an excellent option for those looking for a fully featured budget DSLR and hope to check it out soon.

Pentax also introduced the smc PENTAX-DA 50mm f/1.8, which provides an effective focal length of 80mm, which makes it an ideal portrait lens thanks to its short telephoto effect and incredibly wide aperture. The 50mm also boasts a round diaphragm to produce a natural, beautiful bokeh (out-of-focus) effect.

THE OUTDOOR SLR

Weather resistant body
16 MP CMOS sensor
Full HD Video
In body Shake Reduction system
3” LCD screen with 920K dots
Sensitivity up to ISO 25600
6 frames/sec

K-30 16.3 Megapixel Digital SLR Camera Body with Lens Kit – 18 mm – 55 mm – Blue (3″ LCD – 3.1x Optical Zoom – Optical IS – 4928 x 3264 Image – 1920 x 1080 Video – HD Movie Mode) 

Sigma 19 mm f2.8 EX DN for micro 4/3
OUTSTANDING SHARPNESS • METAL LENS MOUNT • SILENT OPERATION • LENS HOOD INCLUDED

Sigma 19 mm f2.8 EX DN for micro 4/3
OUTSTANDING SHARPNESS • METAL LENS MOUNT • SILENT OPERATION • LENS HOOD INCLUDED
DN-FORMAT PRIME FOR COMPACT SYSTEM CAMERAS
Sigma lenses have a very strong presence in the DSLR market and contains now expanded into the Compact System Camera field as well – becoming the second independent lens manufacturer after Tamron to do this.

Sigma’s new line of Digital Neo (DN) lenses promises ‘high optical performance, a compact construction and also quiet auto-focusing’. Those promises are certainly realised in the 19mm prime, that is the wider of the first two lenses to become launched.

Like its 30mm stable-mate, the 19mm includes a fitted, padded case and, also like its stable-mate, it exhibits a distinct rattle when handled from the camera. This might be normal, according to the instruction sheet, however can also be rather unnerving.

Both lenses both have a 46mm filter thread as well as 230$ price-tag (SRP) but the 19mm includes a detachable, reversible, cylindrical lens hood – which the 30mm a removable, reversible, cylindrical lens hood – which the 30mm lacks. There is no movement of the manual focusing ring when AF is engaged. The AF system, which uses a newly developed direct-drive linear motor, is speedy and silent.

When MF mode is selected (within the camera’s software program settings) the 30mnYs manual focusing ring rotates smoothly and simply but with a positive feel. That said, manual focusing is difficult at the best of times when using a nonviewfinder digital camera body.

Interestingly, Sigma’s DN lenses are designed to fit both Micro Four Thirds cameras and Sony’s E-Mount bodies – even though different-size sensors are utilized in these two systems. As a result, the effective focal-length differs from the others. In the case of the 19mm lens tested here, the equivalent full-frame lens required to capture exactly the same angle-of-view is 38mm (2x conversion factor) for a Micro Four Thirds camera and also 28mm (1 5x conversion factor) for a Sony E-Mount camera.

What this means is the lens is not using its full image field when fitted to a Micro Four Thirds body therefore it might be expected that this would produce higher-quality images. Which is not always the case for DSLRs (comparing the same lens on full-frame and APS-C bodies) also it would be conjecture to attempt to predict the particular outcome might be in this case. We will can simply wait for an opportunity to test these two performances side-by-side.

An Olympus PEN Mini was used for the tests and produced some excellent MTF results that approached the 0.5 cycles-per-pixel maximum figure. Because of this, and despite a gradual decline from f/11, Sigma’s 18mm prime continues to be awarded maximum marks for its MTF performance.

But despite the use of three aspherical elements, there was clearly some sign of chromatic aberration in images of high-contrast technical targets. Fortunately, real-world pictures were visually free of chromatic aberration General this is an exceptional lens that should satisfy all users who would like a very affordable, modest wideangle perfect.