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Tamron Co., Ltd is pleased to announce the release of the SP AF60mm F/2 Di II LD (IF) MACRO 1:1 (Model G005), a life-size macro lens designed exclusively for digital SLR cameras with APS-C size image sensors* that offers a fast maximum aperture of F/2.0. The new lens is made available in mounts for Canon, Nikon (with built-in AF motor) and Sony.
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PocketWizard Announces the ZoneController

Controls three independent groups of lights from camera position.

To make multiple light set-ups easy to adjust when using the ControlTL™ system, PocketWizard introduces the ZoneController.  The ZoneController gives the photographer control over three independent zones of light whether working in E-TTL or manual mode. The PocketWizard ZoneController will be available late summer.
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Olympus Pen reloaded

Not a compact. Not an SLR. It’s a PEN.

London, 16 June 2009 – When Olympus launched the legendary Pen series of cameras in 1959, this bold and revolutionary achievement rewrote the history of photography. Designed by renowned style guru Yoshihisa Maitani, the Pen represented the perfect marriage of simplicity, style and performance. Five decades later the Olympus passion for innovation is still setting the pace. With the release of the E-P1, the digital era’s next generation Olympus Pen has arrived: mirrors are no longer a necessary component for digital cameras with interchangeable lenses. The first groundbreaking Olympus Micro Four Thirds model impresses with its incredibly small size, retro style, and ease of use – without giving up any of the benefits of D-SLR quality. This new ultra-compact hybrid device can even record HD quality movies with depth of field and Art Filter effects familiar from still photography.

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ExpoImaging Inc. (http://www.ExpoImaging.net), developer and distributor of innovative camera accessories including the Honl Photo Speed System, Ray Flash Ring Light Adapter, ExpoDisc Digital White Balance Filter and ExpoAperture2 Depth-of-Field Guide, today announced its support of the expansion of the Honl Photo Speed System line of professional products. The expanded line, which includes new color correction filters, color effects filters, and a Honl Photo products carrying bag, provides photographers with enhanced options for creating studio-quality lighting effects in the field, while upholding the Honl Photo quality, portability and ease-of-use that photographers have come to expect.
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Hasselblad has released Phocus 1.2 software for Apple Mac computers, featuring a number of major enhancements.

Phocus 1.2 has been substantially improved with regards to tethered shooting, image export and processing, and has been equipped with several brand-new features and workflow enhancements.
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The New M Series Digital Backs M18, M22 and M31

Mamiya Digital Imaging is proud to announce our new M series digital backs, consisting of three new models: the M18, M22 and M31, the latest additions to our digital line-up.
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18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM for Sony and Pentax SLR Cameras

Compact, Optically Stabilised, Superzoom lens.

Equipped with Sigma’s own OS (Optical Stabiliser) function
SLD and Aspherical glass
Super Multi-Layer Coating reduces flare and ghosting
Equipped with HSM ensuring quiet and high speed AF
Exclusively designed for use with digital SLR cameras
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The DMC-GH1 is essentially the same camera as the G1, with one big difference: it records movies in high definition, with its new 14 - 140 mm kit lens allowing for continuous autofocus while you're doing so. For those of you who have tried taking video on a digital SLR, you know how big of an advancement this is. While both the G1 and GH1 have 12.1 effective Megapixel Live MOS sensors, the one on the GH1 is newer, and supports shooting in multiple aspect ratios without affecting the angle-of-view. The GH1 also has a few other minor changes that I'll tough on throughout this review.

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CASIO Releases EXILIM Hi-Zoom Compact Digital Camera with Wide-angle 24 mm, 10X Optical Zoom Lens

Battery Life of 1,000 Shots,*1 Perfect for Travel
World’s Thinnest and Lightest*2 Camera in its Class
More advanced Dynamic Photo function

TOKYO, June 11, 2009 - CASIO Computer Co., Ltd., today announced the release of another groundbreaking digital camera, the EXILIM Hi-Zoom EX-H10. With a thin, compact body and a wide-angle 24mm, 10x optical zoom lens, this new model can also take 1,000 shots*1 on a single battery charge - making it the perfect travel companion.
*1. When photos taken in accordance with Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA) standards.
*2. As of June 11, 2009, based on a CASIO survey of digital cameras with a 10X or greater optical zoom lenses.
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Fantasea Line is pleased to annouce the release of the new Remora Slave Flash, which has been especially designed for compact digital housings.

The Fantasea Remora Flash features 4 different pre-flash settings, to cover the needs of all compact digital cameras in the market, including Nikon, Canon, Sony, Olympus, Fuji, Kodak, Panasonic and more.

The flash features a guide number of 20, and therefore is compatible for both macro and wide angle shots. The power output can be manually adjusted to provide the most accurate amount of light in all conditions and a short recycle time ensures quick responsiveness, even when using the maximum power output.

The Fantasea Remora Flash features a built in Y-S mount to accommodate a focus light and eliminate the need for an additional flex arm.
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The Eye-Fi Pro Offers Ad Hoc Connectivity and RAW Support; Now Users Can Choose What Uploads

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., June 10, 2009 — Eye-Fi Inc. today unveiled the Eye-Fi Pro, a new wireless SDHC memory card for digital cameras that allows professionals and photo enthusiasts to automatically upload images straight from their camera to their computer and the Web. Available today, the Eye-Fi Pro includes RAW image support and peer-to-peer connectivity for a direct connection between the camera and a computer, no router or Internet connection required (also known as ad hoc).

Eye-Fi also announced today that all Eye-Fi card users can now select which photos or videos they want to wirelessly transfer from their camera to their computer or the Web, using the new Selective Transfer feature.
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Fantasea Line Releases the FL-19/20 Underwater Housing for theNikon Coolpix L19 & L20 Digital Cameras

New Housing Provides Access to All Camera Controls and Functions

Fantasea Line announces the release of a new housing specifically designed for the Nikon Coolpix L19 and L20 digital cameras. The FL-19/20 Housing, depth rated to 60 meters/200 feet, is fully functional providing photographers with access to all camera functions. Fantasea’s new compact housing design and improved construction ensures easy handling and accurate access to camera functions through the critical placement of push-button controls. The Fantasea FL-19/20 Housing has a double O-ring seal on all controls, anti-glare hood over LCD screen, removable flash diffuser and a 46mm threaded lens port.
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