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ACDSee Pro 3 Offers Photographers Triple Threat of Speed, Flexibility and Value

New version of ACDSee Pro photo management software known for viewing, browsing and organizing digital images introduces new image processing and publishing capabilities

VICTORIA, British Columbia – Sept. 29, 2009 – ACD Systems International Inc. today unveiled ACDSee™ Pro 3, a new version of its leading digital image management software that retains the same fast and flexible features photographers rely upon and incorporates an enhanced user experience that delivers professional level workflow tools at a tremendous value.

ACDSee Pro 3 builds on its reputation as a leading viewer, browser and organizer with new advanced speed capabilities in the editing and online stages. For example, the program’s unique process mode integrates two highly prized features – nondestructive image editing and precise pixel-level editing – into one seamless application.

“ACDSee Pro 3 is geared around saving time and offers photographers the ability to customize their own workflow and speed up the process of preparing and sharing their photos,” said Cam Carmichael, product manager for ACD Systems, who noted that more than 10,000 professional photographers worldwide participated in the beta test program. “The Pro 3 structure makes it easy for users to achieve their desired results quickly and efficiently.”
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Phase One, the world’s leader in open-platform medium format camera systems and solutions, today announced the Phase One 645DF camera. Engineered in partnership with Mamiya Digital Imaging for superior quality image capture and ease of handling, it sets a new standard for high flash sync speeds – up to 1/1600 of a second.

Also today, Phase One announced the availability of three new high performance leaf shutter lenses, 55mm, 80mm and 110mm, all f/2.8 and all designed with the Phase One 645DF camera in mind. The lenses are a result of close collaboration with Mamiya Digital Imaging and Schneider Kreuznach.

“Our patent-pending flash sync breakthrough eases working with wide open apertures and fill-in flash on location,” said Jan H. Christiansen, Phase One marketing director. “We already offer the most flexible exposure times ranging from 1/4000 of a second to one full hour. Setting new performance standards is all about expanding creative options for photographers.”
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PhotographyBB announced today, the release of the 20th edition of the PhotographyBB Magazine Online. The PhotographyBB Magazine Online is a leading resource in the future of free information distribution, offering readers: Digital Photography tips and techniques, DSLR camera function training, and image post processing tutorials in Adobe(r) Photoshop(tm), and RAW processing in Photoshop Lightroom(tm).

The September 2009 edition features a theme of image processing related articles. Readers also have their questions answered in the continuing FAQ series. What’s the best time of day to take photos? How to I get the best exposure in tough lighting conditions? Find out in this month’s FAQ column. In our “Portraiture Photography 101″ series, we examine methods for reconstructing the main elements of a portrait shoot, from analyzing an existing portraiture photo.
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With the release of the new H4D-60, the first H4D camera and most recent addition to the Hasselblad H System, Hasselblad marks the beginning of a new chapter in the history of medium format DSLRs. The H4D-60 will feature True Focus with APL (Absolute Position Lock), making auto-focus substantially easier and more accurate for photography professionals.

As part of the celebration honoring the first manned lunar landing and the first lunar photography, camera manufacturer Hasselblad is announcing another first, the launch of the H4D camera series. The first model in the new series is the H4D-60, featuring a 60 Megapixel medium format sensor.

“We are thrilled to be able to announce the introduction of the H4D,” says Christian Poulsen, CEO of Hasselblad. “This step represents the natural evolution of our H System and of our photographic strategy in general. As part of our efforts to inspire 35mm photographers to step up to the quality found in high-end DSLRs, the H4D series is built upon the successful H3D platform and features our revolutionary True Focus technology. The H4D also comes bundled with our new Phocus 2.0 imaging software.”
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MotionTouch, the innovative product design and manufacturing business, has worked with Predator Technology to produce a wearable, waterproof video camera system for the extreme sports market. The Predator VX360 takes great video, in situations other cameras can’t cope with.

Predator Technology commissioned MotionTouch to produce the VX360 - a totally rugged system designed to be worn by the adventure sports enthusiast, to capture rider’s-eye footage.

MotionTouch and Predator joined forces and designed the system to be as extreme as the sports it’s intended for - it is waterproof to three metres and robust enough to survive impact with rock and the abrasive effects of seawater.

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Redrock Micro, the leading provider of cinema accessories for digital filmmakers, today announced a wide range of new accessories to enhance video DSLRs. Collectively these new accessories significantly reduce weight and increase the options available to exactly match customers’ desired features and configuration.

Highlights of products in this release include:

Carbon Fiber rods that cut weight a dramatic 66% - Redrock’s second-generation carbon fiber rods deliver state-of-the-art precision and strength, and are 66% lighter than comparable stainless steel rods. All Redrock DSLR rigs are now shipping with carbon fiber rods.

theEvent DSLR rig for weddings/events and photojournalism - a new DSLR rig that incorporates the microBrace body pad is an affordable quality solution for handheld with maximum stability.
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By presenting miniaturized versions of classic rangefinder cameras from the Fifties – with modern digital technology on the inside – MINOX has superbly demonstrated how classic cameras of the past can be revived. MINOX is now adding a new model to its Classic Camera Collection. The MINOX Digital Classic Camera 5.0 White Edition excels with the innovative technology of modern digital cameras and a 5 million pixel resolution. The MINOX DCC is a fascinating and unique synthesis of classic and modern features. The concept behind the White Edition is simply the MINOX philosophy that focuses on the perfect and high-precision miniaturization of high-end technology together with a refreshing touch of extravagance and style. The DCC has been designed in white for this new special edition and comes in a black, satin-lined wooden box with brass trim. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology the DCC delivers pin-sharp images that are rich in detail with natural color rendition.
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PENTAX launches simple and stylish digital compact camera, Optio M85 in October 2009.

This camera, dressed in a metal body, is equipped with 12.0M pixel high resolution CCD and 32-96mm 3 x optical zoom lens. Also it has 3.0 inch 230.000 dots large LCD to offer absolute convenience not only to view captured image but to make camera settings. Having all these fabulous features, the body is only 19mm slim size and 128g light weight, making it easy to carry everywhere, put it in a pocket
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- full-frame lens, with two ED

- minimum focusing distance of 28cm (just under one foot)

- 14 elements in 12 groups

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PENTAX UK is pleased to announce the launch of the PENTAX K-x lens interchangeable digital SLR camera. The K-x combines a variety of advanced features and user-friendly functions to ensure an outstanding level of photographic performance within a compact, lightweight body.
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German-Ukrainian manufacturer Hartblei presents his revolutionary Medium Format Camera “Hartblei CAM”. For the first time on the world market we offer a 35mm mount (Canon EF or Nikon F) on this kind of camera. You can adapt ALL Medium Format Backs on the market- no matter if Analogue or Digital. Combined with the built in Blade shutter which offers timings from B, 30sec to 1/2000sec, this offers usage of many lenses on the worldmarket, no matter if 35mm or MF. Especially for Superwideangles, Hartblei CAM extends the range of shortest available focal lenght down to 14mm (Imageangle about 135 Degr.! With a Phase One p65+ Back). Further - many unavailable lenses for MF like large aperture Superteles, Fisheyes or other lens specialties (Canon new TS 17+24mm) can now be used with high quality for professionals.
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Whether you’re light painting in the dark or shooting at night, light pollution can make or break the shot. Instead of risking it, rely on your flashlight to shed the perfect amount of light

Introducing ICON, a line of sleek, long-lasting LED flashlights with two lumen settings, bright enough to paint and low enough to search your bag without ruining the frame.
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