The Nikon D400 book: “Magic Lantern Genie Guides: Nikon D400 (Magic Lantern Guides)” now shown on Amazon.com. And you can pre-order it online now. Continue reading “Nikon D400 book available for pre-order at Amazon.com”
Canon Released 5D Mark III Firmware 1.1.2, available for download
Canon has released a firmware update for the EOS-5D Mark III.
Affected Product
EOS 5D Mark III
Firmware
Firmware Version 1.1.2 incorporates the following improvements and fixes.
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Adobe Photoshop CS6 available for pre-order online now
Photoshop is one of best software for editing Photos. Today Adobe announced their new Creative Cloud service and the Adobe Creative Suite 6 which also includes the latest Photoshop CS6. And the release date of Photoshop CS6 is on May 7, 2012.
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DxOMark Lab: Canon EOS 5D Mark III Vs. Nikon D800 in testing
Canon just release the new popular DLSR “5D Mark III“, with independent tests suggesting the core performance of its new 22-megapixel sensor is little improved from the 5D Mark II it replaces. Hot on the heels of Canon’s embarrassing confirmation that the hardware design of the EOS 5D Mark III has a flaw that allows light into the body, testing by specialists DxO Labs indicate only minor advantages from the new model and – unlikely to help in the ongoing Canon vs. Nikon platform war – performance still lagging behind that of the D800.
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Download Nikon D3200 Sample Images
Nikon D3200 Sample Images is now available for download online now.
Nikon D3200 Specifications
Nikon D3200’s features and specs.
| Price | |
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| MSRP | US: $699.95 |
| Body type | |
| Body type | Compact SLR |
| Sensor | |
| Max resolution | 6016 x 4000 |
| Other resolutions | 4512 x 3000, 3008 x 2000 |
| Image ratio w:h | 3:2 |
| Effective pixels | 24.2 megapixels |
| Sensor photo detectors | 24.7 megapixels |
| Sensor size | APS-C (23.2 x 15.4 mm) |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
| Processor | Expeed 3 |
| Color space | sRGB, Adobe RGB |
| Image | |
| ISO | Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400 (12800 with boost) |
| White balance presets | 12 |
| Custom white balance | Yes (1) |
| Image stabilization | No |
| Uncompressed format | RAW |
| JPEG quality levels | Fine, Normal, Basic |
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| Optics & Focus | |
| Autofocus |
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| Digital zoom | No |
| Manual focus | Yes |
| Number of focus points | 11 |
| Lens mount | Nikon F mount |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5× |
| Screen / viewfinder | |
| Articulated LCD | Fixed |
| Screen size | 3″ |
| Screen dots | 921,000 |
| Touch screen | No |
| Screen type | TFT LCD with 160° viewing angle |
| Live view | Yes |
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 95 % |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.8× |
| Photography features | |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 sec |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 sec |
| Exposure modes |
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| Built-in flash | Yes (Pop-up) |
| Flash range | 12 m (at ISO 100) |
| External flash | Yes (Hot-shoe, Wireless plus sync connector) |
| Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain |
| Flash X sync speed | 1/200 sec |
| Drive modes |
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| Continuous drive | Yes (4 fps) |
| Self-timer | Yes |
| Metering modes |
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| Exposure compensation | ±5 EV (at 1/3 EV steps) |
| WB Bracketing | No |
| Videography features | |
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| Microphone | Mono |
| Speaker | Mono |
| Resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) |
| Videography notes | Frame rates of 30p (actual frame rate 29.97 fps) and 60p (actual frame rate 59.94 fps) are available when NTSC is selected for video mode; 25p and 50p are available when PAL is selected for video mode; Actual frame rate when 24p is selected is 23.976 fps |
| Storage | |
| Storage types | SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-I compliant |
| Storage included | None |
| Connectivity | |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI | Yes (Mini Type C) |
| Wireless | Optional |
| Remote control | Yes (Optional) |
| Physical | |
| Environmentally sealed | No |
| Battery | Battery Pack |
| Battery description | Lithium-Ion EN-EL14 rechargeable battery & charger |
| Battery Life (CIPA) | 540 |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 505 g (1.11 lb / 17.81 oz) |
| Dimensions | 125 x 96 x 77 mm (4.92 x 3.78 x 3.03″) |
| Other features | |
| Orientation sensor | Yes |
| GPS | Optional |
| GPS notes | GP-1 |
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Canon EOS 5D Mark III vs Canon EOS 5D Mark II
Canon EOS 5D Mark III vs Canon EOS 5D Mark II Specification Comparison
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Canon EOS 5D Mark III Specifications
| Body type | ||
| Body type | Mid-size SLR | |
| Sensor | ||
| Max resolution | 5760 x 3840 | |
| Other resolutions | 3840 x 2560, 2880 x 1920, 1920 x 1280, 720 x 480 | |
| Image ratio w:h | 3:2 | |
| Effective pixels | 22.3 megapixels | |
| Sensor photo detectors | 23.4 megapixels | |
| Sensor size | Full frame (36 x 24 mm) | |
| Sensor type | CMOS | |
| Processor | Digic 5+ | |
| Image | ||
| ISO | Auto, 100 – 25600 in 1/3 stops, plus 50, 51200, 102400 as option | |
| White balance presets | 6 | |
| Custom white balance | Yes | |
| Image stabilization | No | |
| JPEG quality levels | Fine, Normal | |
| Optics & Focus | ||
| Autofocus |
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| Digital zoom | No | |
| Manual focus | Yes | |
| Number of focus points | 61 | |
| Lens mount | Canon EF mount | |
| Focal length multiplier | 1× | |
| Screen / viewfinder | ||
| Articulated LCD | Fixed | |
| Screen size | 3.2″ | |
| Screen dots | 1,040,000 | |
| Touch screen | No | |
| Screen type | Clear View II TFT LCD | |
| Live view | Yes | |
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 % | |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.71× | |
| Photography features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 sec | |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 sec | |
| Aperture priority | Yes | |
| Shutter priority | Yes | |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes | |
| Subject / scene modes | No | |
| Built-in flash | No | |
| External flash | Yes (Hot-shoe, Wireless plus Sync connector) | |
| Continuous drive | Yes (6 fps) | |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | |
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| Exposure compensation | ±5 EV (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | |
| AE Bracketing | ±3 (2, 3, 5, 7 frames at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | |
| WB Bracketing | Yes (3 frames in either blue/amber or magenta/green axis) | |
| Videography features | ||
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| Microphone | Mono | |
| Speaker | Mono | |
| Resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (29.97, 25, 23.976 fps fps), 1280 x 720 (59.94, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) | |
| Videography notes | 1080 and 720 intra or inter frame, 480 inter frame | |
| Storage | ||
| Storage types | Compact Flash Type I (UDMA compatible), SD/SDHC/SDXC | |
| Storage included | None | |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | |
| HDMI | Yes (HDMI mini) | |
| Wireless | Optional | |
| Remote control | Yes (Remote control with N3 type contact, Wireless Controller LC-5, Remote Controller RC-6) | |
| Physical | ||
| Environmentally sealed | Yes | |
| Battery | Battery Pack | |
| Battery description | Lithium-Ion LP-E6 rechargeable battery & charger | |
| Battery Life (CIPA) | 950 | |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 950 g (2.09 lb / 33.51 oz) | |
| Dimensions | 152 x 116 x 76 mm (5.98 x 4.57 x 2.99″) | |
| Other features | ||
| Orientation sensor | Yes | |
| Timelapse recording | Yes (by cable and PC) | |
| GPS | Optional | |
| GPS notes | With optional GP-E2 unit | |
Download Canon EOS-1D X Sample Images
Canon EOS-1D X sample images are available for everyone to download now:
| Image | Shutter Speed | Aperture | ISO | Lens | Download Now |
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1/100 second | f/8.0 | 400 | EF135mm f/2L USM | (JPG : 5.4 MB) |
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1/640 second | f/5.6 | 1600 | EF135mm f/2L II USM | (JPG : 5.5 MB) |
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1/6400 second | f/4.0 | 800 | EF600mm f/4L USM | (JPG : 5.1 MB) |
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1/8000 second | f/4.0 | 800 | EF70-400mm f/2.8L IS II USM | (JPG : 4.3 MB) |
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1/8000 second | f/4.0 | 800 | EF17-400mm f/2.8L USM | (JPG : 3.4 MB) |
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1/8000 second | f/5.6 | 800 | EF400mm f/2.8L IS II USM | (JPG : 4.2 MB) |
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1/1250 second | f/9.0 | 100 | EF24-70mm f/2.8L II USM | (JPG : 5.6 MB) |
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1/125 second | f/14.0 | 100 | EF100mm f/2.8L USM | (JPG : 4.9 MB) |
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1/1250 second | f/4.0 | 12800 | EF600mm f/4L II USM | (JPG : 6.6 MB) |
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1/3200 second | f/4.0 | 6400 | EF600mm f/4L USM |
(JPG : 6.3 MB) |
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1/250 second | f/4.0 | 100 | EF600mm f/4L IS II USM | (JPG : 7.7 MB) |
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1/1250 second | f/4.0 | 100 | EF300mm f/2.8L II USM | (JPG : 5.5 MB) |
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1/100 second | f/11 | 100 | EF17-40mm f/4L USM | (JPG : 8.2 MB) |
Nikon D800 Vs. Nikon D700 Specs Comparison
Now that the Nikon D800 is released, I am sure many photographers will be interested in seeing feature differences between the now obsolete Nikon D700 and the new D800. In this Nikon D800 vs Nikon D700 comparison, I will write about the specifications of both cameras and talk about their differences. Please keep in mind that the information below is purely based on specifications. A detailed comparison with image samples and ISO comparisons will be provided once I get a hold of the Nikon D800 in March.
| Model | Nikon D800 | Nikon D700 |
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| Effective Pixels | 36.3 million | 12.1 million |
| Sensor Size | 35.9mm x 24mm | 36.0mm x 23.9mm |
| File Format Still Images | JPEG: JPEG-Baseline Compliant with fine (approx 1:4), Normal (approx 1:8) or Basic (approx 1:16) Compression NEF (RAW): lossless compressed 12 or 14 bit, lossless compressed, compressed or uncompressed TIFF (RGB) JPEG: JPEG-Baseline-Compliant; can be selected from Size Priority and Optimal Quality |
Compressed 12/14-bit NEF (RAW, Compressed): approx. 45-60 percent Compressed 12/14-bit NEF (RAW, Lossless Compressed): approx. 60-80 percent JPEG: JPEG-Baseline Compliant; can be selected from Size Priority and Optimal Quality TIFF (RGB) Uncompressed 12/14-bit NEF (RAW) |
| Picture Control | Landscape Monochrome Neutral Portrait Standard User-customizable Settings Vivid |
Monochrome Neutral Nine User-customizable Settings Standard Vivid |
| Storage Media | CompactFlash© (CF) (Type I, compliant with UDMA) SD SDHC SDXC |
CompactFlash© (CF) (Type I, compliant with UDMA) |
| Card Slot | 1 CompactFlash© (CF) card and 1 Secure Digital (SD) card | 1 CompactFlash© (CF) card |
| Viewfinder Frame Coverage | FX (36×24): 100% Horizontal and 100% Vertical Approx. 1.2x (30×20): 97% Horizontal and 97% Vertical Approx. DX (24×16): 97% Horizontal and 97% Vertical Approx. 5:4 (30×24): 97% Horizontal and 97% Vertical Approx. |
95 % Approx. |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.70x Approx. | 0.72x Approx. |
| Interchangeable Focusing Screens | — | — |
| Lens Compatibility at a Glance*** | AF-S or AF lenses fully compatible Metering with AI lenses |
AF-S or AF lenses fully compatible Metering with AI lenses |
| Fastest Shutter Speed | 1/8000 sec. | 1/8000 sec. |
| Slowest Shutter Speed | 30 sec. | 30 sec. |
| Top Continuous Shooting Speed at full resolution | 4 frames per second | 5 frames per second |
| Scene Modes | — | — |
| Exposure Compensation | ±5 EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV | ±5 EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV in increments of 1/3 1/2 1 |
| Exposure Bracketing | 2 to 9 frames in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3 or 1 EV | 2 to 9 frames in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3 or 1 EV |
| Mirror Lock Up | Yes | Yes |
| ISO Sensitivity | ISO 100 – 6400 Lo-1 (ISO 50) Hi-1 (ISO 12,800) Hi-2 (ISO 25,600) |
ISO 200 – 6400 Lo-1 (ISO 100) Hi-1 (ISO 12,800) Hi-2 (ISO 25,600) |
| Dynamic AF Mode | Number of AF points: 9, 21, 51 and 51 (3D-tracking) | Number of AF points: 9, 21, 51 and 51 (3D-tracking) |
| Auto-area AF Mode | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Modes | Auto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A) Continuous-servo (AF-C) Face-Priority AF available in Live View only and D-Movie only Full-time Servo (AF-A) available in Live View only Manual (M) with electronic rangefinder Normal area Single-servo AF (AF-S) Wide area |
Auto Continuous-servo (C) Manual Manual (M) with electronic rangefinder Single-servo AF (S) |
| Maximum Autofocus Areas/Points | 51 | 51 |
| Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
| Flash Bracketing | 2 to 9 frames in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, or 1 EV | 2 to 9 frames in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3 or 1 EV |
| Top FP High Speed Sync | Up to 1/8000 | Up to 1/8000 |
| Flash Sync Modes | Front-curtain sync (normal) Rear-curtain sync Red-eye reduction Red-eye reduction with slow sync Slow sync |
Front-curtain sync (normal) Rear-curtain sync Red-eye reduction Red-eye reduction with slow sync Slow sync |
| Flash Compensation | -3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV | -3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2 EV |
| Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) | CLS Supported | Built-in flash Commander Mode CLS Supported |
| White Balance | Auto (2 types) Choose color temperature (2500K–10000K) Cloudy Direct Sunlight Flash Fluorescent (7 types) Incandescent Preset manual (up to 4 values can be stored) Shade |
Auto (2 types) Auto (TTL white balance with 2,016-pixel RGB sensor) Cloudy Direct Sunlight Fine Tune by Kelvin color temperature setting (2,500 K to 10,000K) Flash Fluorescent (7 types) Incandescent Preset manual (up to 5 values can be stored) Seven manual modes with fine-tuning Shade |
| White Balance Bracketing | 2 to 9 exposures in increments of 1, 2 or 3 EV | 2 to 9 exposures |
| Live View Shooting | Photography Live View Mode Movie Live View Mode |
Handheld mode Tripod mode |
| Movie | HD 1,920×1,080 / 30 fps HD 1,920×1,080 / 24 fps HD 1,280×720 / 30 fps HD 1,280×720 / 24 fps HD 1,280×720 / 60 fps |
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| Movie Audio | Built-in microphone, monaural External stereo microphone (optional) |
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| Monitor Size | 3.2 in. diagonal | 3.0 in. diagonal |
| Monitor Resolution | 921,000 Dots | 921,000 Dots |
| Monitor Type | Wide Viewing Angle TFT-LCD | Super Density Wide Viewing Angle TFT-LCD |
| Playback Functions | Auto Image Rotation Full-Frame and Thumbnail (4, 9, or 72 images or calendar) Histogram Display Image Comment Movie Playback Movie Slideshow Playback with Zoom Slideshow Highlights |
Auto Image Rotation Full Frame Highlight Point Display Histogram Display Slideshow Thumbnail (4 or 9 segments) Zoom |
| In-Camera Image Editing | Color Outline Color Sketch D-Lighting Distortion Control Edit Movie Filter Effects Fisheye Image Overlay Miniature Effect Monochrome NEF (RAW) Processing Perspective Control Quick Retouch Red-eye Correction Resize Selective Color Side-by-Side Comparison Straighten Trim Color Balance |
Color Balance D-Lighting Filter Effects Image Overlay Monochrome Red-eye Correction Trim |
| GPS | GP-1 GPS unit | GP-1 GPS unit |
| Battery / Batteries | EN-EL15 Lithium-ion Battery | EN-EL3e Lithium-ion Battery |
| Battery Life (shots per charge) | 900 Battery Life (shots per charge) (CIPA) | 1,000 shots (CIPA) |
| AC Adapter | EH-5b AC Adapter Requires EP-5B Power Supply Connector |
EH-5a AC Adapter |
| Approx. Dimensions | Width 5.7 in. (144.78mm) Height 4.8 in. (121.92mm) Depth 3.2 in. (81.28mm) |
Width 5.8 in. (147mm) Height 4.8 in. (123mm) Depth 3.0 in. (77mm) |
| Approx. Weight | 31.7 oz. (900g)camera body only | 35 oz. (995g)camera body only |
| Price | $2,999.00 | $2,199.95 |