Photokina 2010: four years after V-LUX 1, Leica has launched its second superzoom camera in the form of compact V-LUX 2. Taking more than a passing resemblance to the Panasonic DMC-FZ of 100 to install including offers 24 x zoom lens (equivalent to 25 mm-600 mm), 14 1 MP CMOS sensor and 460 K dot flap 3.0? LCD monitor. Priced at £ 675, it also allows you to record video FROM AVCHD full 1080p and offers continuous shooting with a speed of 11 frames per second at full resolution.
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Photokina, Cologne, 21 September 2010: Leica Camera AG announced 2-LEICA V-LUX, combining high-performance 24 x zoom lens and a super-outstanding image quality with a stylish and compact body.Equipped with a LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT 4.5-108 mm f/2.8-5.2.3 ASPH lens ' rotating LCD display and a wide range of video in Full HD 1080i AVCHD, V-LUX 2 is ideal for almost any photographic situations.
V-LUX 2 24 x Optical zoom lens, Super-offers a huge range of focal lengths is equivalent to 25 mm in 35 mm format. Whether shooting expansive landscapes, finely detailed macro studies over short distances, or distant objects, people or animals with a super telephoto lens Leica-captures them all into a breathtaking quality.
Peter Kruschewski, product manager for digital compact cameras on Leica Camera AG, said: "V-LUX 2 versatile lens and compact form make it an ideal camera for ambitious travel and wildlife photographer.In certain situations, the filming of changing lenses can be tricky, especially if you need a quick response. V-LUX 2 a wide range of focal lengths, this compact camera has the ability to capture almost all moments V-LUX 2 is an interesting alternative to comparable Mirror systems.Compact and lightweight, it also significantly reduces weight and volume of photographic equipment when travelling. "
Developed 14.1 MP CMOS image sensor tuned to perfection contributes to high performance LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT 4.5-108 mm f/2.8-5.2 ASPH. zoom lens in combination with electronics and firmware camera sensor guarantees brilliant, high-contrast images with natural colour rendition and clarity.
LEICA V-LUX 2 3 "LCD display has a resolution of 460 000 pixels and can be twisted and turned into almost any direction, making it easy for photographers to compose photos even the most unusual or difficult angles. when shooting stills or video with your head or close to the ground, photographers using 2 V-LUX, always in complete control.
In addition to providing integrated stereo microphone wind noise filter, which provides crystal-clear soundtrack, total 24 x zoom range is available while recording video.LEICA V-LUX 1 is the first Leica digital compact to capture video in Full HD 1080i AVCHD.
One of the consecutive shooting speed cameras in the world, LEICA V-LUX 2 features high-speed burst shooting ability: queues 11 frames per second with full resolution 14.1 MP or 60 frames per second at 2.8 MP.
Characterized by a compact design and extremely simple handling, V-LUX 2 integrated handle and lightweight allows photographers to shoot with one hand.Controls the camera firmly established, provide a quick and easy operation for example video recording can be started quickly and easily by clicking on the top plate camera.
Software
LEICA V-LUX 2 comes with a complete set of software for Adobe ® Photoshop ® elements ® 8 provides users with a comprehensive and versatile, editing solution that offers a view, organization, administration, and a wide range of processing options for still images and videos of the Adobe ® Premiere ® elements ® 8, easy-to-use package offers video for movies recorded 2 V-LUX in the AVCHD format, as well as the ability to create professional audio and video effects.
Prices and availability
LEICA V-LUX 2 will be available in the UK from October 2010 from authorized dealers Leica, including Leica shop Mayfair-www.leica-storemayfair.co.uk, Tel: 020 7629 1351. complete list of authorized dealers Leica UK is available on www.leica-camera.co.uk. suggested retail price of LEICA V-LUX 1 is £ 675 including VAT. External Affairs will be available for V-LUX 2 on SRP £ 135, incl. VAT.
Leica M9 has announced a special edition of his rangefinder with titanium. Designed by designer Walter De'Silva, it has attached metal finger loop, covered with leather and shooting purposes and special lens hood with the four slots in order to avoid interference with the viewfinder. Titanium Edition will be available for a suggested retail price of just £ 19 800 USA.
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Photokina 2010:Lowepro announced he changed & field Street carrying-modular system. Series is intended for photographers who require fast access to the Exchange and storage gear. The company changed, what he calls the "core" system, which includes the technical zone Utility belt light Vest and programs and added new features, including lens Exchange case 200 AW, audio Utility bag 100 audio gear bag and laptop Utility And-100 in the backpack.
S & F lens case Exchange 200 AW features patent-pending feature that allows the user to change the lens on the one hand, greater convenience and performance.
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The Canon NB-2LH rechargeable battery pack for Canon digital cameras features lithium-ion technology for maximum battery life power. It retains full charge capacity after multiple recharges, making it free from memory effect. It is extremely lightweight and easy to carry.
The Lens Hood is one of the most important accessory you need for each lens you own.A lens hood provides multiple functions: preventing image-degrading lens flare by blocking stray light from striking the surface of the lens, it enables your lens to give you the sharpest photographs with the best contrast and most vivid colors, in inclement weather, it can assist in keeping moisture or wind-blown debris off the lens; and it protects the front barrel from the inevitable impacts against walls, door frames, and other real-life obstacles.
Photokina 2010: Panasonic has announced several updates to the firmware and software. Version 1.3 G Vario Lumix HD 14-140 mm F4-5.6 ASPH Mega OIS promises improved autofocus speed and reduced startup time lens, whereas v1.1 for DMC-G2 adds compatibility with the new interchangeable 3D lens Lumix G 12.5 mm/F12 (H-FT 012), declared today. 3D is also the name of the game with the Update v1.1 software PHOTOfunSTUDIO 5 HD version of the company, which also adds compatibility and functionality for images shot with 12.5 mm lens.
Geotag (image positioning information of pictures such as latitude, longitude [Geodetic System WGS84]) can be added to the image.
Photokina 2010: Sigma has unveiled the 120-300mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM, a revised version of its fast telezoom featuring optical image stabilization and weather-resistant construction. The lens also offers ultrasonic-type HSM autofocus with full-time manual override, and employs both 'F' Low Dispersion and Super Low Dispersion glass to minimize chromatic aberrations. It employs a 9-bladed rounded diaphragm for attractive bokeh, and is fully compatible with Sigma's 1.4x and 2.0x teleconverters while maintaining autofocus.

Photokina 2010: Sigma has introduced the APO Macro 150mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM lens with optical image stabilization. It inherits many of the features of its predecessor, the 150mm F2.8 EX DG HSM, including Sigma's Hypersonic Motor for fast and silent autofocus, and a 1:1 maximum magnification ratio. Three SLD elements are used in its 19 element / 13 group design to minimize aberrations, and a 9-blade circular diaphragm promises attractive rendition of out-of-focus regions of the image.

Photokina 2010: Datacolor Announces reference SpyderChekr colors. The device consists of a set of 48 color patches and calibration software that allows photographers to generate camera color profiles and to perform more accurate white balance in the camera. Results can be applied to raw workflow-based program such as Adobe Photoshop Lightroom and Camera Raw. SpyderChekr is available as a standalone product, and in conjunction with the company SpyderCube color balance device on the retail price of $ 129 and $ 169 respectively.
Photokina 2010:Panasonic has released three lens Lumix G-14 mm F2.5 ASPH Lumix G Vario wideangle, 100-300 mm F4-5.6 Mega OIS telephoto zoom and Lumix G 12.5 mm 3D lens. 14 Mm F2.5 is ultra-compact premiere "pancakes" that will be available from mid-October to £ 349.99, while the 100-300 mm F4-5.6 brings ultra-telephoto ability to micro four thirds system for the first time (at the beginning of November in £ 549.99). 12.5 Mm includes dual optical elements to capture 3D images for viewing on Panasonic's Viera 3D TV and will be in stores at the end of November to £ 249.99. We have two "normal" lenses in Office along with GH2 and incorporated "first look" of pages in our hands-on preview-click here to learn more.


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Photokina 2010: Sony announced firmware update for its no-3 and 5 or APS-C mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras. Version 03, a number of widely expressed concern about the UI, and also allows autofocus with SAM and SSM 14 Sony lenses with a built-in focus engine. It also allows for shooting aperture. Given that updates improve many things we criticized in our review, we will update our review to reflect the changes as soon as we tested the camera properly revised.
Photokina 2010: Pentax has announced its 645D medium format digital camera will start shipping globally from December 2010. The camera will sell at a retail price of $9999.99 for the body in the US. In the UK, it will be priced at £9000 for the body and £10000 for the kit with the DFA 55mm 645 SDM lens. The first digital version of the company's 645 medium format camera system, it features a 40MP, 44 x 33mm CCD sensor, 921k dot 3.0" LCD and is compatible with the existing 645 system lenses.
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Go all day with the lightweight, comfortable Fastpack 350 backpack. It protects your pro digital SLR and 17 widescreen notebook compactly while providing generous storage for other gear. Side-entry compartments let you quickly grab equipment and accessories, even while you're on the move. Customize the easy-to-access main compartment with adjustable dividers. Capacity for 1 pro digital SLR with
It's obvious that the cleaner the lens, the sharper your pictures will be. Dirt, dust, and fingerprints will degrade the image quality of even the finest optics. However, it's important to avoid using incorrect cleaning materials which can permanently damage your photo equipment. Used properly, the cleaning supplies in this kit are certified safe for use on your valuable digital and film photo-equipment and optics. The environmentally-friendly Hurricane Air Blower is a real dust-blaster. It's nothing like those tiny blower brushes which are capable of producing only a gentle breath of air. When you squeeze this deluxe Air Blower you get a focused gust of air that really pushes the dust off. Using the blower should always be the first step in cleaning your photo equipment. Use it to remove dust and dirt from the surface of your lenses before you attempt to clean them with lens tissue. Otherwise you may find that you are grinding grit onto the delicate lens surface and may scratch it. The blower may also be used — carefully following your camera manufacturer's instructions and exercising due caution — to clean the camera's image sensor. [Of course, it is recommended that image sensor cleaning be done only by those who are confident in their ability to do so.] A Lens Cleaning Cloth is included for convenient in-the-field cleaning. This kit also contains Lens Cleaning Liquid which is used to lightly moisten a sheet of Lens Tissue to aid in the removal of stubborn fingerprints and environmental pollutants from your lenses and filters. The included Cotton Swabs are very useful for caring for the exterior (non-optical) surface of your equipment. ♦ The Cameta Microfiber Cleaning Cloth is designed using the latest 21st Century technology to clean fingerprints, oily smudges and other contaminants from LCD monitors and lens optics quickly, safely and easily. ♦ Used regularly, this SLR Camera Care Cleaning Kit will keep your equipment sparkling clean.
Photokina 2010: Samyang has updated his 14 mm F2.8 lens, Nikon f mount with the user interface. Contact electronic manual focus lens allows fully supports Nikon DSLRs auto exposure modes and includes data associated with the lens in the EXIF. AE 14 mm f/2.8 ED as if UMC is designed for full frame camera but works with APS-C cameras as well.
Photokina 2010: Hasselblad announced an updated version of their 120 mm macro and 50 mm HC series medium format lenses. HC 120-II macro and HC 50 mm II have been optimized for higher resolution, and deliver better close range performance. The company will release a firmware update for medium format cameras H4D-series later this year brings in a number of additional functions in response to customers ' wishes.