Podcast #76 – Conversation with David Ziser – Choosing the right aperture
February 26, 2010 – 8:42 am | View Comments

This week I sat down with David Ziser to discuss a handful of topics including how to choose the right aperture for a particular shot, determining the depth of field for a particular shot, when …

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Adobe Updates Lightroom and Camera Raw
June 23, 2009 – 9:10 pm | View Comments

Adobe has just pushed updates to Camera Raw and Lightroom. The main changes are support for new cameras.
Camera Raw 5.4
update June 24, 2009
This new version of the Camera Raw plug-in replaces the original one that …

Olympus Announces EP-1 Micro 4/3 Camera
June 16, 2009 – 7:32 pm | View Comments
Olympus Announces EP-1 Micro 4/3 Camera

While leaks have been making their way around the web for the past few weeks, Olympus has finally announced their new Micro Four Thirds camera, the E-P1 “Pen” camera. The E-P1 is basically somewhere in between a Point and Shoot and DSLR, or more like a Compact with interchangeable lenses. Combining the still image quality of a digital single lens reflex (DSLR) with the A/V quality of both a High Definition camcorder and high-end audio recorder, the E-P1 is a virtual full-service imaging studio in one ultra-portable and stylishly retro body.

Camera Dojo Portrait Workshop June 28th
June 9, 2009 – 6:02 pm | View Comments
Camera Dojo Portrait Workshop June 28th

If you are in southern California and would like to learn more about portrait lighting, then you should attend our Mini-Workshop on June 28th. This workshop will help you learn the basics of portrait lighting and then give you hands-on experience with constant lights and several models to help fine-tune your skills.

Canon Firmware Update for 5D Mk II Adds Manual Video Control
June 1, 2009 – 6:25 pm | View Comments
Canon Firmware Update for 5D Mk II Adds Manual Video Control

While the Canon EOS 5D Mark II was a revolution in the fact that it supported full motion, full definition HD video recording, one of the major drawbacks with the video mode was the lack of control over the camera’s settings. Not that the lack of manual control made the video unusable, but for such a high-end camera, photographers wanted more control over the different settings.

onOne Software Announces Free Version of PhotoTools 2
May 26, 2009 – 3:27 pm | View Comments
onOne Software Announces Free Version of PhotoTools 2

onOne Software, Inc., a leading developer of time-saving software solutions for professional and advanced amateur photographers, today announced a free, Lite version of PhotoTools 2 Standard Edtion. PhotoTools 2 Standard Edition is a flexible yet powerful plug-in for Adobe® Photoshop® CS2, CS3 and CS4 that utilizes the power of Photoshop Actions to provide a range of imaging tools including effects, corrections and production automation in a full-featured interface.

Camera Raw 5.4 RC Release – New Camera Support
May 22, 2009 – 1:08 pm | View Comments

Adobe has released a Release Candidate version of the upcomign Camera Raw 5.4. The main feature of the new version is support for a number of new cameras including:

New Canon CPS Program
May 12, 2009 – 9:34 am | View Comments
New Canon CPS Program

Canon U.S.A. has revamped its Canon Professional Services (CPS) program. The changes they have made provide the full-time professional photographer, depending on membership level, valuable benefits and services. They have updated the application process and moved it solely on-line to make it easier for full-time professional photographers to become members.

Get a Free 8×10 Canvas from Zaza Gallery
May 8, 2009 – 1:06 pm | View Comments
Get a Free 8×10 Canvas from Zaza Gallery

If you haven’t heard of Zaza Gallery (which would be no surprise because I hadn’t either), they have some very affordable canvas printing services available including an 8×10 for only $25. For a limited time, they are also offering a free 8×10 canvas print if you post a link to them (assuming your site qualifies). If you are looking for something like this, go check it out. I know I am going to get in on the free promotion myself just to check out their quality.

ControlTL Firmware v4.250 Optimizes HSS/FP Sync
April 30, 2009 – 6:57 am | View Comments
ControlTL Firmware v4.250 Optimizes HSS/FP Sync

South Burlington, VT – Through-the-shoe communications allow PocketWizard radios, with version 4.250 ControlTL firmware, to significantly boost the performance of the High Speed Sync (HSS) feature of Canon Speedlite flashes. This means more light (which equals greater working distance), faster recycling times and more flashes per battery set when shooting in Canon’s HSS/FP Flash mode.

Canon releases firmware update for EOS 50D
April 23, 2009 – 10:20 am | View Comments

Firmware Version 1.0.6 incorporates the following improvements and fixes.

1. Supports the AF assist beam feature of the new flash, Speedlite 270 EX, which is scheduled to be released in April 2009.
2. Changes the error indications that are displayed on the camera.
3. Addresses the vertical banding noise phenomenon.

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