Canon Focuses On Professionals By Introducing
Six New L-Series EF Lenses And Accessories
Canon Introduces the World’s Widest Fisheye Zoom Lens, a New Telephoto Zoom Lens and Two New Super Telephoto Lenses with Optional New Extenders
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., August 26, 2010 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging, rounds out its Summer product introductions with four new L-series lenses and two new accessory extenders for professionals and advanced amateurs. Leading the introductions, the EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM lens is the world’s widest fisheye zoom lens, providing professional photographers and cinematographers with a unique optical tool for capturing 180? angle-of-view shots on all EOS Digital SLR cameras. Photographers looking for a broad focal length range with excellent image quality will enjoy the Company’s first L-series 70-300mm telephoto zoom lens, the new EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6L IS USM lens, delivering outstanding sharpness, contrast and color fidelity in a compact, lightweight form factor. Canon is introducing two new versions of its popular super telephoto lenses, the new EF 300mm f/2.8L IS II USM and EF 400mm f/2.8L IS II USM super-telephoto lenses delivering incredible image quality at all apertures for professional photojournalists, sports and wildlife photographers. For professionals and advanced amateurs looking to push their L-series Canon telephotos to the limit, the Company is proud to upgrade its two popular extenders with the new Canon Extender EF 1.4x III and Extender EF 2x III for additional telephoto reach and exceptional clarity. Photographers will immediately notice that the latest Canon L-series telephoto lenses and extenders have a more neutral white tone compared to earlier models. This new shade of white will be used with all L-series telephoto lenses and extenders beginning in the second half of 2010. The introductions of these Canon lenses have been timed with Canon’s latest camera introduction, the Canon EOS 60D Digital SLR camera, designed for advanced amateurs and emerging professional photographers. Continue reading →
Canon’s New EOS 60D Digital SLR Camera Unleashes The Creative Potential Of Digital Photography And EOS Full HD Video With New In-Camera Imaging Features
New EOS 60D Offers a Vari-Angle LCD Screen, EOS Full HD Video Recording, In-Camera RAW Processing and Creative Filters and 18-Megapixel Resolution Among Class-Leading Specs
Canon U.S.A. Announces Two New PIXMA Printers With Innovative Intelligent Touch System and Full HD Movie Print
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., August 17, 2010 – Canon U.S.A. Inc., a leader in digital imaging, today announced the addition of the new PIXMA MG8120 and PIXMA MG6120 Wireless1 Photo All-In-One (AIO) printers with a new, ground-breaking Intelligent Touch System improving the overall user experience with new technologies that have not been seen before in desktop printers. In addition to the new Intelligent Touch System, these PIXMA printers feature Full High Definition (HD) Movie Print2 for capturing memorable moments and other upgrades which will improve functionality and print quality. The addition of these printers further solidifies Canon’s commitment to providing award-winning, innovative products which limit the amount of time it takes to complete a project while maintaining the high quality users have come to expect from a Canon PIXMA product.
Designed with ease-of-use in mind, the new Intelligent Touch System is a game changer Continue reading →
Canon U.S.A. Announces New EOS 7DSV (Studio Version) DSLR Camera With New Optional Canon Barcode Solution To Help Streamline Data Management For Large Scale Environments
New “Locking” Feature is Included in The EOS 7D Studio Version For Administrative Control Over Camera Functionality
For wedding and portrait photographers, one of the most enjoyable parts of a project is the actual photographic element with the laborious work starting when the time comes to organize files, edit and ultimately provide the finished product. To help make this process less cumbersome, Canon U.S.A. Inc., a leader in digital imaging, today announced the launch of a new EOS 7D Studio Version DSLR Camera, ideal for professional school and event photographers which features four levels of “locking” camera controls for studio environments. In addition to the “locking” feature on the new EOS 7D Studio Version, the Company is also introducing a Canon Barcode Solution, which links customer data directly with the image file so that it can be maintained throughout the entire workflow process, ideal for school photographers, forensic and medical photo workflows.
Canon’s new “Locking” EOS 7D Studio Version DSLR allows administrators to disable unwanted features and settings thus providing professional studio operators the comfort of knowing the end result will be both reliable and repeatable. The camera has four different “lock” levels allowing administrators to enable the appropriate level of camera functionality for any studio operation. Custom functionality management is also achieved through each level by unlocking individual features according to operator-specific needs. This complete level of control is guarded by a daily password preventing anyone with a different vision from changing the camera settings and disrupting the overall project and workflow.
Actually, where did 65 pounds of the photo geek go.
As I go about my business training in stores and doing photography classes, those who have known me for years have been amazed on how I’ve changed. Many have asked what kind of diet I’m on.
First of all, let me make it clear, I’m not on a diet. Diets are sort term ventures for weight loss that once ended do nothing to keep the weight off as you re-enter the world you live in.
By contrast, I’m on a journey of health. A healthy weight is just the first stage. Once my weight goal is achieved I will continue practicing my newly found habits that will help keep the weight off for the rest of my life and lead my to optimum health.
This program is really built around a health coach that takes you step by step to develop new healthy habits, encourage you and answer your questions. Unlike other programs, there are no mandatory meetings or even support groups to attend. With my schedule such programs would be impossible.
ABC recently interviewed Dr. Anderson, author of “Dr. A’s habits of health” where he explains how simple this is. Below is the video.
Version 2.003 – Mac OS X (Photoshop, Lightroom & Aperture)
Version 2.003 – Windows (Photoshop & Lightroom)
Truly one of my favorite plug-ins has jut got better. Now supports 64-bit.
Version 2.003 for Mac includes:
64-Bit Compatible
Fixes additional minor bugs
Viveza 2.003 has been updated for 64-bit compatibility for the Macintosh and Windows operating systems. If you are currently running a workflow that supports 64-bit, such as Adobe Photoshop CS5 and/or Macintosh OS 10.6 (Snow Leopard), please download this update.
However, if you are currently using Adobe Photoshop CS2 and/or Macintosh OS 10.4 (Tiger), which do not run natively in 64-bit, the update is currently not compatible in these environments.
Crash Course in Photography Beginners
With John Greengo
This class is designed to be the perfect one-day training session for the beginning photographer. Whether you’re the owner of a new digital SLR or an enthusiast that desires to learn the fundamentals properly, this class will put all participants on firm ground for advancing their photography.
To ensure every student gets an adequate amount of attention the class will be limited to twelve participants. Continue reading →
I’ve posted some pictures to my flickr account taken during the Canon Cinema Caravan – Portland.
The wealth of information at this event is incredible. There is so much to take away from this. If you are interested at all video this will open a whole new world for you.
The class went beyond simple “How Too” on equipment and software. So many tips can be easily transferred to you still photography as well.
If you are a still shooter that knows you need to include video but to this point have been reluctant to start then this class will not only give you the knowledge and tools needed, but will truly get you excited about video. Continue reading →
Firmware Version 1.2.2 incorporates the following fixes.
Fixes a phenomenon in which the set aperture moves when shooting movies in manual exposure mode using some Canon lenses (such as macro lenses).
Fixes the AF point-selection behavior of the C.Fn III-7 (Manual AF pt. selec. pattern) custom function when set to [1].
Fixes the AF point display for the viewfinder electronic level when shooting in the vertical position.
Corrects misspellings in the Spanish and Thai menus for applicable products.
The Version 1.2.2 firmware is for cameras with firmware up to Version 1.2.1. If the camera’s firmware is already Version 1.2.2, it is not necessary to update the firmware. Note that cameras with the Version 1.2.2 firmware (and also Versions 1.2.0, 1.2.1) cannot be downgraded to a previous firmware version (such as Version 1.1.0).
Some have wondered why Canon does not have a dedicated mirror lock up. My friend and colleague Rudy Winston from Canon USA addresses this question.
Rudy writes:
“On certain cameras Live View combined with the Silent Mode on certain mid-range EOS models is more effective than Mirror Lock-up.
“Why?”, you’re entitled to wonder.
Understand that the SILENT MODE with Live View not only STARTS with the mirror already locked-up, but also begins exposure with the first shutter curtain already open. The opening of the first shutter curtain certainly can produce a high-frequency, harmonic vibration as the blades slam into the curtain brakes in the shutter, and exposure begins. Obviously, not much of a factor in ordinary hand-held use, and at fast shutter speeds. Continue reading →
On May 17th, over 11 million US viewers tuned in to watch the season finale of House M.D. — an episode shot entirely on EOS 5D Mark II cameras and EF lenses
CLICK HERE to watch this revealing, in-depth discussion with House M.D. executive producer Greg Yaitanes and cinematographer Gale Tattersall, as they share their experience using EOS HD video for prime time television drama. Learn about the unique production challenges and opportunities they faced working with EOS SLRs, and how they adjusted their usual workflow to embrace this new format.
Greg Yaitanes, Executive Producer and Emmy winning Director, and Gale Tattersall, Director of Photography of House M.D. share their experiences using EOS HD Video for a prime time television drama.
This hour-long premier seminar was given at Cine Gear Expo 2010 in the Paramount Theater, in front of an audience of dedicated specialists and professionals from the entertainment industry.
Firmware Update Version 1.0.8 for the 1D Mark IV and Rebel T2i / 550D were announced today from Canon.
Firmware Version 1.0.8 incorporates the following fixes.
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).
Corrects misspellings in the French and Spanish menus for applicable products.
Updates are available from the following locations:
SX130 IS
Powershot SD4500 IS
PowerShot S95 premium compact
Viveza® 2
Firmware changes
