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Amex launches digital frame with integrated printer
Print your photos directly from the frame 13 February 2009 0:46 GMT
Amex Digital has launched its new SP-7 digital photo frame with integrated photo printer.

Aside from the printer, the Amex SP-7 boasts a 7-inch TFT display, 800x480 resolution, speakers, and music and video playback.

You'll be able to upload pictures to...
Sony launches GPS image tracker
Geotags your images in a snap 11 February 2009 19:41 GMT
Sony has launched the GPS-CS3KA GPS image tracker, which will allow you to geotag any images taken with a Cyber-shot camera or Handycam camcorder quickly and easily.

All you need to do is carry the image tracker around with you while snapping, and then once you're...
Kingston Elite Pro memory cards capacity increased
Now goes up to 32GB 10 February 2009 22:39 GMT
Kingston Digital has announced it is increasing the capacity of its CompactFlash Elite Pro Flash memory cards to 32GB.

The bigger capacity joins the 4GB, 8GB and 16GB cards in the range, and offers the same 25MB/sec read speeds and 20MB/sec write speeds.

The...
Samsung launches VP-1 voice recorder with camera
Features VoicePix photo tagging 10 February 2009 21:32 GMT
Samsung has launched the VP-1 in Korea, a combination camera and voice recorder that features VoicePix photo tagging.

This means that you can "tag" each recording you make with a photo taken with the integrated camera, with the aim of helping you to find the recording...
Cleo Photo Mirror launches
Display your favourite snaps on your mirror 10 February 2009 15:55 GMT
If you're looking for a unique way to display your favourite photos, a new mirror available in the States will allow you to jazz it up with up to 10 snaps.

The Cleo wall mirror is able to fit five 4 x 6 and five 4 x 4 photos down its left hand side, and certainly...
Nikon announces DX Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G lens
Due out early March 9 February 2009 15:42 GMT
Nikon has announced a new wide aperture DX Nikkor lens, the AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G.

The lens has a maximum aperture of f/1.8 which promises a bright viewfinder experience, and incorporates Nikkor's compact ring type Silent Wave Motor (SWM) for quiet focus operation,...
Epson announces DC-06 document camera
First in the company's line of projector accessories 3 February 2009 2:27 GMT
Epson has launched the ELP DC-06 document camera, set to be the first in a new range of accessories from the company, designed to work alongside projectors.

Aimed at classroom and training environments, the DC-06 is a small device weighing less than 1kg, which...
Fujinon announces 3-megapixel vari-focal lens
Industry first coming later this year 2 February 2009 17:17 GMT
Fujinon, a company of FujiFilm USA, has announced the launch of the industry's widest 3-megapixel vari-focal lens, ahead of its unveiling at the ISC West convention in April.

Previously, a fixed focal lens or lower resolution-rated vari-focal lens was needed to...
M-Y tripod range from Manfrotto launched
Six tripods and one monopod in the range 21 January 2009 18:04 GMT
Bogen Imaging has announced a new tripod family from Manfrotto that claims to be "lightweight, compact and reliable".

The M-Y range is designed for use with lightweight digital SLR and compact cameras, and claims to mix "high performance and ease of use", making...
Bogen announces Manfrotto 545B video tripod
A two-stage, twin leg tripod for pro photographers 21 January 2009 16:12 GMT
Bogen Imaging has announced the new Manfrotto 545B, a two stage, twin leg lightweight video tripod.

Developed with the professional photographer in mind, the 545B features optimised upper and lower collars which guarantees more torsion rigidity with a payload of...
Bogen launches Manfrotto 547B video tripod
Good for professional photographers looking for maximum stability 21 January 2009 12:52 GMT
Bogen Imaging has launched the 547B lightweight video tripod, the first tripod from Manfrotto with a 60mm bowl.

The 547B features an upper twin-leg and one stage construction that provides photographers with heightened rigidity, allowing for a 15kg payload.

The...
Acme Made launches new chic camera bag line
Four new cases in the 2am Collection 20 January 2009 17:39 GMT
Acme Made have been behind a number of stylish camera cases seemingly aimed at the ladies, and its new 2am collection sticks with the theme.

Available in March this year, the range is made up of four cases in rather chic designs.

The Slip Pouch is designed...
Nikon extends cashback offer on D60 camera kits
Now stretched until 31 March 19 January 2009 13:42 GMT
Nikon has extended its winter cashback promotion announced back in November.

Although the offer was due to finish today, customers will now be able to claim up to £50 back on purchases of Nikon D60 DSLR camera kits until 31 March.

The cash back offer is...
Sigma announces 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM lens
Available 10 March 19 January 2009 12:39 GMT
Sigma has launched a new super-range zoom lens in the form of the 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM.

Confirmed for release on 10 March, the lens boasts a minimum focusing distance of 45cm at all focal lengths and 13.8x zoom ratio.

It also features an inner focusing...
Coby launches three new digital photo frames
Will playback video files as well as photos 12 January 2009 17:09 GMT
Coby Electronics has launched a new range of digital photo frames at CES 2009, that the company boasts combine "sleek contemporary design, with innovative must-have features".

The new line-up is made up of the DP710 7-inch widescreen photo frame, the DP852 8.5-inch...
PNY develops new SD card for camcorders
Aimed at high-definition recordings 12 January 2009 16:44 GMT
PNY has developed a new SD card optimised for video recording, the SD HC Optima Video Edition.

Dedicated to camcorders that use SD HC flash cards, PNY's SD HC Optima is aimed at high definition video recording due to its high capacity and performance.

Available...
Nikon releases price increase details
Full list now available 12 January 2009 16:22 GMT
Nikon has finally made official the UK price increase across its full range of imaging and optics products.

The increase follows rises in a number of other regions recently, but despite announcing it was going to happen here earlier in the month, the company had...
Sony and Sandisk to produce 2TB memory cards
CES 2009: Plus new Memory Stick HG Micro 8 January 2009 18:22 GMT
SanDisk and Sony have announced the joint development project, that is set to expand its Memory Stick Pro range to capacities of up to 2TB.

Currently named "Memory Stick format series for extended high capacity", the new line will take the entire Memory Stick PRO...
Kodak to launch high capacity SDHC video memory cards
4GB, 8GB and 16GB capacities 7 January 2009 18:56 GMT
Lexar Media has teamed up with Kodak to produce the new Kodak SDHC video memory card.

The compact memory card has been designed to provide users of flash-based digital camcorders, point-and-shoot cameras, and SDHC-compatible devices such as Kodak's Zi6 HD Pocket...
Lexar Media announces two new HD video card lines
Set for March release 6 January 2009 17:35 GMT
Lexar Media has announced a new line of memory cards, specifically designed for extended, standard and high-definition video capture.

The Lexar SDHC full-HD and the Lexar Memory Stick PRO Duo Full-HD video memory cards are the two new lines introduced.

The...
Eye-Fi announces new iPhone application
Send photos taken on your phone directly to your computer 5 January 2009 17:35 GMT
Eye-Fi has announced it is developing a new iPhone application that will allow Eye-Fi card owners to send photos taken on an iPhone directly to their computer and the net.

The new application will let users pool all of their photos from both their iPhone and digital...
Zigview launches S2 Live
Extends your DSLR view 12 December 2008 13:24 GMT
Zigview has launched the S2 Live, which takes the original Zigview S2, introduced at PMA 2007, to the next level.

Both devices are camera accessories that function like a remote control unit, yet with an integrated viewfinder LCD monitor. The difference between...
Bogen Imaging launches Kata R-106 backpack
To carry your pro-camcorder or DSLR and lens 11 December 2008 12:57 GMT
Bogen Imaging has launched a new Kata backpack, in the shape of the R-106.

Inspired by consumer feedback, the Kata R-106 has been designed for photographers and videographers who need to carry around large amounts of kit with fast-access to it all when they need...
Think Tank Photo introduces new StreetWalker backpack range
Three different backpacks up for grabs 8 December 2008 18:47 GMT
Think Tank Photo has launched a new range of photo backpacks, which it has called its StreetWalker series.

There are three new backpacks up for grabs, each with a slim vertical profile that will make sure photographers can move easily in crowded places while still...
Kodak releases world's first OLED photo frame
Price tag of $1000 4 December 2008 18:32 GMT
Kodak has released the world's first 7.6-inch OLED photo frame, with the rather steep price tag of $1000.

Thinner than a regular LCD screen thanks to it not needing a backlight, we got our hands on it in October at IFA and noted that it made mincemeat of other frames...