Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging and advanced office solutions, today answers the increasing demand for large format prints in the photographic, proofing and graphic arts market with the introduction of three new imagePROGRAF large format models – the 44-inch imagePROGRAF iPF8300, 24-inch imagePROGRAF iPF6350 and the iPF6300. Designed for precise, ultra high-quality print performance and increased productivity, each model features Canon’s new, 12-Color LUCIA EX pigment ink set and advanced printing technologies specifically developed to produce prints with an enhanced color range and improved durability. The new imagePROGRAF models will be unveiled at the Wedding & Portrait Photographer International (WPPI) Convention at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, March 8-11, 2010.

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Samsung Electronics America, Inc., a market leader and award-winning innovator in consumer electronics, today added two 12 mega-pixel point and shoots to its digital camera lineup for 2010 - the durable SL605 and the waterproof AQ100. Thanks to their elements focused design, the AQ100 and the SL605 grant peace of mind and allow users to focus on taking the perfect shot, rather than worrying about damage to the camera. The AQ100 and the SL605 will be on display during PMA 2010, February 21-23, in the Samsung booth, #2227, in the Anaheim Convention Center.

“Memories can happen at any given moment and in any environment,” said Mr. SJ Park, CEO of Samsung Digital Imaging Company. “Further diversifying and expanding the range of digital imaging solutions available from Samsung, consumers can rely on these durable compacts to perform in the most challenging of environments as they’re both built to last and feature packed for the highest-quality results.”

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Samsung a market leader and award winning innovator in digital imaging, today announced a series of new additions to its groundbreaking NX system lens range, to be released throughout 2010. The original line up of Pancake, Standard Zoom and Tele Zoom lenses launched with the Samsung NX10 during CES will be complemented by the introduction of a further five new lenses this year. This will mean that there will be a total of eight potential lenses designed specifically for the NX cameras system available during 2010.

The lenses have each been specifically designed to ensure that users get the most out of their photography experience. The NX system’s advanced intelligent lens technology means it does the capturing so users can do the creating, providing an enjoyable photography experience every time. The NX10 boasts a compact, sleek and lightweight design, and with its leading lens technology it means users never need miss a creative moment, even in the flash of a second.

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Phase One today released Capture One 5.1, the powerful raw conversion, workflow and image editing application. The basic version now features both a simplified workspace and ‘pro’ image-editing options; Capture One 5.1 PRO comes with new tools for advanced noise reduction and image editing efficiency.

Free to existing Capture One 5.x/5.x PRO owners, this value-packed service release extends raw image support to Nikon D3s, Canon 1D Mark IV, Sony A500, Sony A550 and a wide range of Leaf digital backs – this, in addition to its support for more than 170 different raw file formats (and growing).

“Capture One is built on the industry’s best raw conversion engine,” said Carsten H. Olsen, Phase One product manager for Capture One,” and our goal is to deliver the best quality image results with the most responsive application performance on the planet.”

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Ultra wide-angle zoom lens for digital SLR cameras

- Ultra wide-angle zoom range with a 121.2° angle of view
- FLD, Hybrid Aspherical and Glass Mold lens elements
- Equipped with HSM ensuring quiet and high speed AF
- Super Multi Layer Coating reduces flare and ghosting
- Minimum focusing distance of 24cm throughout the zoom range

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Large aperture medium telephoto lens ensuring a natural perspective

- Large aperture medium telephoto lens
- Glass Mold and SLD lens elements
- Rounded 9 blade diaphragm ensuring excellent bokeh
- Super Multi Layer Coating reduces flare and ghosting
- Equipped with HSM providing quiet and high speed AF

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Samsung Electronics America, Inc., a market leader and award winning innovator in consumer electronics, today unveiled the TL350 - a high-speed, 10 mega pixel compact camera with 1080P, full-HD video recording. With a maximum video recording speed of 1,000 frames-per-second (fps) and a burst mode capable of capturing 10 full-size digital stills per second, the TL350 takes high-speed imaging to a new level for today’s consumer. Additionally, the TL350 enhances the digital imaging experience with Samsung’s Advanced Panorama Shot with Object Tracking as well as an innovative Dual Capture mode, which allows users to simultaneously take 10 mega-pixel still images while recording full-HD videos. The TL350 will be on display during PMA 2010, February 21-23, in the Samsung booth, #2227, in the Anaheim Convention Center.

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Samsung Electronics America, Inc., a market leader and award-winning innovator in consumer electronics, proudly introduces the 10 mega-pixel TL500, a high-end compact digital camera designed specifically for today’s advanced and enthusiast photographers. The new flagship of the company’s compact digital camera family, the new TL500 incorporates a full-range of advanced features, including a high-performance imaging sensor and one of the brightest lenses ever featured on a compact camera – a 24mm ultra wide angle Schneider KREUZNACH, f/1.8. The TL500 will be on display during PMA 2010, February 21 23, in the Samsung booth, #2227, in the Anaheim Convention Center.

“With the TL500, Samsung further differentiates its lineup from the competition and achieves yet another milestone in the industry,” said Mr. SJ Park, CEO of Samsung Digital Imaging Company. “With ultra-wide angle capability and unparalleled speed, the TL500’s lens offers a new level of versatility allowing the user to be more creative and take better pictures.”

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Compact large aperture standard zoom lens equipped with OS

- Large aperture standard zoom lens
- FLD, Glass Mold and Hybrid Aspherical lenses
- Super Multi Layer Coating reduces flare and ghosting
- Incorporates Sigma’s unique Optical Stabilisation system
- Equipped with HSM ensuring quiet and high speed AF

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High Magnification Ultra Telephoto Zoom Lens with a 10x zoom ratio

- 10x high zoom ratio ultra telephoto zoom lens
- Special Low Dispersion glass elements
- Incorporates Sigma’s unique Optical Stabilisation system
- Maximum magnification ratio of 1:3
- Equipped with HSM ensuring quiet and high speed AF

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Large aperture telephoto zoom lens equipped with OS

- Large aperture telephoto zoom lens
- FLD and SLD glass elements
- Incorporates Sigma’s unique Optical Stabilisation system
- Equipped with HSM ensuring quiet and high speed AF
- Super Multi Layer Coating reduces flare and ghosting

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Compact digital camera with an APS-C size, 14MP image sensor

- 14 megapixel Foveon X3 Direct Image Sensor
- TRUE II Image Processing Engine
- 24.2mm F2.8 lens designed exclusively for the DP2 series
- Exclusive Sigma Photo Pro Software
- RAW and JPEG format recording

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