Canon EOS 5D Mark II

The full frame EOS Mark II combines outstanding resolution with 3.9 fps shooting and superlative high ISO performance. The addition of Full HD movie recording expands the boundaries of photography.

Features

• 21.1MP full frame CMOS sensor
• DIGIC 4 processor
• ISO range expandable to 25600
• Full HD (1080, 30fps) movie recording
• High-res 3.0� VGA LCD with Live View
• 3.9fps JPEG shooting up to card capacity
• 9-point AF + 6 Assist AF points
• Magnesium alloy body

More information here.

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AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G

Nikon has just announced a new low-light prime lens, the AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G.

This latest addition to the NIKKOR lineup features a large maximum aperture of f/1.4, enabling it to be used for easy handheld shooting in dark settings, such as a dimly lit room. It also allows photographers to easily create beautiful large blur effects. The lens� Silent Wave Motor (SWM) ensures quick, quiet autofocus. Autofocus shooting is made possible with SLR models that do not have a built-in motor, such as the D40 series and D60.

The AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G is a high-performance large-aperture, single-focal-length lens especially suitable for professional and advanced amateurs who use Nikon FX-format cameras such as the D3 and D700, and frequently shoot human subjects as well as night landscapes and astronomy. What�s more, when attached to a DX-format SLR, this f/1.4 lens with 75mm equivalent picture angle is capable of shooting portraits with beautiful blur effects.

More information here.

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Nikon Power Professionals

Nikon has launched a new website showcasing several pro photographers using the latest Nikon gear. Discover how the world�s leading professional photographers gain the winning edge with Nikon professional gear.

Nikon Power Professionals

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T.I.F.F

The International Fotography Forum,

A free, fun, friendly place for discussion and sharing of digital photography, with honest critique and help if requested. Tutorials on basic camera use and on photo editing, with video tutorials for a small fee. A chatroom with jokes and games (we don't take ourselves too seriously) also
live chat.

T.I.F.F. is quite a young forum, and is actively looking for members of all levels of photography to bring their expertise and experience to their boards, also extending a warm welcome to anyone who wants to join.

T.I.F.F.

T.I.F.F. is supported by the Estetica Design Forum.


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SB-900 AF Speedlight

Nikon announced a new flagship Speedlight flashgun - the SB-900. It�s perfectly suited for both FX and DX formats and offers zoom coverage from 17 - 200mm, in addition to many other improvements over the SB-800.

The SB-900 i-TTL Speedlight leads the Nikon Creative Lighting System delivering the portability, power and versatility to support any photographer�s creative lighting imagination.

More information here.

Key Features:

• Nikon�s Flagship Creative Lighting System Speedlight: Powerful and versatile SB-900 works as a stand-alone flash, featuring wireless operation as a Commander or wireless remote light source.
  
• Control up to three remote Speedlight groups and an unlimited number of compatible Speedlights: The SB-900's Wireless Commander Mode offers wireless control at the master Speedlight position. Four wireless channel options allow you to manage wireless conflicts in multiple photographer environments.
• Streamlined controls and menus: The Rotary Select Dial sets key flash functions quickly�a prominent Master and Remote control switch simplifies wireless operation.
• FX/DX format identification: Automatic FX/DX switching optimizes light distribution angle.
• Expanded Auto Power Zoom Coverage: The SB-900 provides zoom coverage from 17-200mm in the FX-format and 12-200mm coverage in the DX-format.
• Choose from 3 light distribution patterns: Improve light quality by selecting Standard for general illumination, Center-weighted for portraits, or Even for groups or interiors.
• User-friendly firmware updating: Allows uploading of performance enhancement developments to the SB-900 with select Nikon digital SLR cameras.
  
• Color gel filter identification: The SB-900 automatically identifies mounted color gel filters and adjusts the camera�s auto white-balance setting with select Nikon digital SLR cameras.
• Flash Tube Overheat Protection: An added measure of safety is provided for sustained high-speed bursts.
• Drip-proof mounting foot cover (Water Guard): for enhanced moisture protection (optional).

More information here.

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Full on Urban Decay Photostream by confusedvision at Flickr

A really nice photostream from confusedvision at Flickr. A lof of his work just stinks of urban decay which I love and is tastefully captured to create really atmospheric photographs. I just had to keep on going through several pages of his work as he had my full attention.

I would advise taking a thorough look at his portfolio. It makes for total browsing joy.

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Nice Flickr Set by Karl's

Do you know who I am?

A nice online portfolio from Karl's on Flickr. There is a nice diverse mixture of shots from the extremely high contrast black and white shots to vibrant shots like this.

Definately worth a look.

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Lensbabies

About Lensbabies.

Lensbaby� SLR lenses bring one area of your photo into sharp focus, with that Sweet Spot� surrounded by gradually increasing blur. You can move the Sweet Spot to any part of your photo by bending the lens.

Lensbaby lenses are perhaps the simplest way to add a completely new dimension to your photography. Try a Lensbaby when you need a creative edge or just want to have fun with your camera.

Examples of photographs taken with Lensbabies:

Photography by Jim DiVitale



Photography by Jim DiVitale

About the photographer.



A Lensbaby

More information here.

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