Review: Olympus Stylus Tough 8000
© Paul Mozell 2010
A descendant of the Olympus 1040 SW, the new Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 features the camera manufacturer’s expertise in rugged design. It is likely that Olympus has done everything possible to protect the inner workings of this point-and-shoot camera from water, shock, and pressure; save encasing it in thick rubber. On one vacation day with the family, for example, you could drop this camera from a maximum height of 6.6 feet, dive underwater to 33 feet, absentmindedly leave it in mini-freezer in your hotel room, and run it over with bellman’s cart full of 220 pounds of luggage and still — be able to make snapshots and movies. Read more
Pro-Optic Announces 8mm Fish-Eye Lens
Dec 24, 2009
PocketWizard launched the newest and most advanced firmware for the MiniTT1 Transmitter and FlexTT5 Transceiver.
Elmsford NY – December 30, 2009 – PocketWizard launched the newest and most advanced firmware for the MiniTT1 Transmitter and FlexTT5 Transceiver. ControlTL Firmware Version 5.0 for Canon incorporates several new features, many performance improvements and new camera and flash compatibility. Now, with a simple download, customers who already own MiniTT1’s and FlexTT5’s can upgrade them to get the same features found on brand new units. Owners are encouraged to upgrade all existing units at the same time for improved performance. Read more
Review: Lowepro Classified 140 AW
Lowepro, the camera bag maker may be best known for its extensive line of gear for outdoor and nature photographers. With the release of the Classified series of bags, they have shown creativity and innovation in the realm of “urban” or “street photographer” bags. Read more
Review: X-Rite Colormunki
© Paul Mozell 2009
Question: Why don’t my prints match what I see on my monitor? Answer: Because you are not utilizing color management.
This has to be the most commonly asked question about making color prints. Color management is a process which ensures that all the color capture, display, and printing devices in your workflow are speaking the same language. Once it has has been established and verified, color management empowers you to make prints with predictable color. Meaning; the colors, contrast, and brightness you see on your screen are what you get in the final print. Read more
Review: Epson Stylus Photo R1900 Printer
© Paul Mozell 2008
With the release of the Stylus Photo R1900 printer, Epson has pushed traditional photographic prints one step closer to obsolescence. This new 13 inch printer which replaces the R1800 in the product line, raises the bar for dynamic range, permanence, speed, and smooth color transitions. With a broad target audience ranging from advanced amateur to professional photographers, the R1900 may resemble its predecessor, but the ink formulation is all new. Read more
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