31 December 2014

Canon PowerShot SX60 HS Facebook Cover Photo Competition - January 2015 Entries

Canon PowerShot SX60 HS Facebook Cover Photo Competition - January 2015 Entries

Monthly Canon PowerShot SX60 HS Facebook Cover Photo Competition 2015
Themes: Landscape Photography / Nature Photography / Flash Photography / Low Light Photography. Focus on nature / non-human with the Canon PowerShot SX60 HS (Global / International Competition)

Post your best images with the Canon PowerShot SX60HS. Selected images (with EXIF Data) will be published on the Canon PowerShot SX60 HS Wall. The image with the highest Likes will become the Cover Photo for a month at a time. All Canon PowerShot SX60 HS images received until 31 December 2014 will be eligible for the January 2015 Facebook Cover Photo. More information >>
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Current / February 2015 SX60 HS Facebook Cover Photo Competition Entries >>

Canon PowerShot SX60 HS Jan 2015 Facebook Cover Photo Competition
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All User Photos with the Canon Powershot SX60 HS - Canon PowerShot SX60 HS Facebook Page >>

Canon PowerShot SX40 HS Digital Camera

Canon PowerShot SX40 HS
Released after the Canon PowerShot SX40 HS 
Canon PowerShot SX60 HS View>>
Canon PowerShot SX50 HS View>>

The Canon PowerShot SX40 HS is a versatile compact point-and-shoot camera that easily captures amazing photos and videos. The Canon HS SYSTEM boosts low-light performance with the new Canon DIGIC 5 Image Processor and a high-sensitivity 12.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor. This advanced Canon technology delivers stunning image quality with reduced noise and blur. Colors are more vibrant and white balance is true-to-life. The 35x Optical Zoom offers incredible reach and range, allowing you to shoot any scene, near or far. The Optical Image Stabilizer helps images come out steady and clear, and a 24mm ultra Wide-Angle lens makes it easy to take pictures of large groups of people, tall buildings, expansive landscapes and much more. Information: Canon USA

Canon PowerShot Canon SX40 HS PDF User Guide Download

Canon PowerShot Canon SX40 HS PDF User Guide Download >>

Comprehensive / Professional Reviews - Canon PowerShot SX40 HS
  • Digital Camera Info read
  • Digital Trends read
  • Expert Reviews read
  • Trusted Reviews read
  • Photography Blog read

Customer / User Reviews - Canon PowerShot SX40 HS


Brief Specifications - Canon PowerShot SX40 HS

  • 35x Optical Zoom lens
  • 12.1 Megapixel High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor
  • 2.7" Vari LCD Display Screen 
  • DIGIC 5 Image Processor
  • Wide-angle 24mm to 840mm (35mm equivalent)
  • HD Video 1080p format
  • NB-10L Lithium-ion battery / charger
  • Two Year Canon Warranty
Detailed Specifications - Canon USA

Canon PowerShot SX40 HS with extracted 35x zoom lens

29 December 2014

Canon EOS 1200D / Rebel T5 Entry-Level DSLR Review

Canon EOS 1200D / Rebel T5 Entry-Level DSLR Review - YouTube Video

  
Canon EOS 1200D Companion App (Android / Apple)

Canon EOS 1200D Companion App (Android / Apple)
The official Canon EOS Companion app shows you how to get the most from your EOS 1200D. Use an interactive button guide to learn about the camera’s functions, while step-by-step exercises help you shoot confidently out of Auto mode. Video tutorials introduce the basics of photography with helpful techniques, and if you’re looking for inspiration, photo challenges will encourage you to think creatively.

  • A button guide teaches you about the EOS 1200D’s controls
  • Explore the basics of DSLR photography with video tutorials 
  • Learn how to apply principles of photography with step-by-step exercises
  • Find solutions to common photographic problems
  • Be inspired by photo challenges

Canon EOS 1200D Companion App - Google App Store Download >>
Canon EOS 1200D Companion App - Apple / iTunes Download >> 

Canon EOS 1200D Companion App 

Canon EOS 1200D Professional / Consumer Reviews >>

Canon EF-S 24mm f/2.8 STM 'Pancake' Lens Review, With Samples

Canon EF-S 24mm f/2.8 STM 'Pancake' Lens Review - YouTube Video



Canon EF-S 24mm f/2.8 STM 'Pancake' Lens Review - YouTube Video

23 December 2014

Rumored Canon PowerShot G17 released as Canon PowerShot G7 X

Canon PowerShot G7 X

Rumored Canon Powershot G17 released as Canon PowerShot G7 X


Canon PowerShot G7 X - Press / Media Release >>


Canon PowerShot Cameras launched before Photokina 2014 - View >>

20 December 2014

Creative Developing in Lightroom 5: Advanced Concepts

Creative Developing in Lightroom 5: Advanced Concepts - YouTube Video


Robert Rodriguez Jr. Photography: http://robertrodriguezjr.com
Join landscape photographer and Canson Infinity ambassador Robert Rodriguez Jr as he shares advanced workflows in the Lightroom 5 Develop module. 

Creatively developing images in Lightroom is more than just optimizing tonalities and color, it entails careful interpretation of the raw file to effectively convey the essence of the image. Selective detail, subtle use of color, and local adjustments are some of the things Robert demonstrates using the tools in the develop module. He also explain why these adjustments are important and how they can contribute to better images. This is not about pre-sets, but rather being open to your personal creative vision. Source: Youtube

Canon SELPHY CP910 Wireless Compact Photo Printer

Canon SELPHY CP910 Wireless Compact Photo PrinterWith the SELPHY CP910 Wireless Compact Photo Printer, celebrating your special memories has never been more convenient. Lightweight and compact in size, the SELPHY CP910 is easy to take just about anywhere. But it's more than just portable; it's also loaded with features, like Portrait Image Optimize, which allows you to relive those cherished moments with beautiful and long-lasting borderless 4" x 6" photo prints.

What's more, it's AirPrint™ enabled, making wireless printing from your iPhone®, iPad®, or iPod touch® almost effortless. No drivers are needed! And Mobile Device Printing allows images on compatible iOS, Android and Windows RT devices to be sent directly to the printer as well. Plus, with its new Access Point Mode, the SELPHY CP910 allows you to directly connect your wireless camera or smart device without the need of a network.

Canon SELPHY CP910 Photo Printer Press Release >>

Canon Selphy CP910 Photo Printer Key Features
  • Ultra-portable photo printer
  • Wi-Fi with AirPrint™ support
  • Vibrant, durable lab-quality prints
  • Print photos with a glossy or semi-gloss finish
  • Direct printing from memory cards and USB sticks
  • Tilting LCD for easy operation and convenient viewing
  • Extensive ID photo functions / Face Frame Guide
  • Auto Image Optimizer

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Canon SELPHY CP910 Printer S
pecifications

Main Unit Specs

Printer TypeCompact Photo Printer
Printing MethodDye-Sublimation
Features2.7" Tilt-up LCD, 14 Mulit-Language UI, Optional Battery (NB-CP2L - Requires CG-CP200 Charger Adapter), Red-Eye Correction, Power Save, Anti-theft Wire Lock Slot (Kensington lock-style)
Print Speed (up to)Postcard Size:Borderless Photo: 47 seconds5
Print Resolution (Up to)Color:300 x 300 dpi
OS CompatibilityWindows®7 SP1, Windows®8, Windows Vista® SP2, Windows XP SP3, and Mac OS® X v10.6.8 to v10.98
(Wi-Fi Connection supported in Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, and Mac OS X v10.6.8 - v10.9)7
Standard InterfacesWireless LAN (IEEE 802.11b/g)1
Card Slots (See Memory Card Support)
PictBridge (Cable not included)
USB
USB Flash Memory (USB and Wireless LAN)
Physical Dimensions7.0" (W) x 5.0" (D) x 2.4" (H)
Weight1.8 lbs.
Warranty1-Year limited warranty. 1-Year toll-free technical phone support.9
Direct Print Built In Card Reader Functions
Memory CardSD Memory
SDHC Memory Card
SDXC Memory Card
Adapter Required
microSD Memory Card
microSDHC Memory Card
microSDXC Memory Card
miniSD Memory Card
Source: Canon USA

Canon SELPHY CP910 Wireless Compact Photo Printer
Canon SELPHY CP910 Wireless Compact Photo Printer - Image: Canon USA

19 December 2014

Order the New Canon PowerShot SX60 HS from Amazon

Pre-Order the New Canon PowerShot SX60 HS Digital Camera from Amazon
Amazon Order Link for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS 

The Canon PowerShot SX60 HS Wi-Fi Digital Camera has an astonishing 65x Optical Zoom (21mm-1365mm) Wide-Angle Lens with Optical Image Stabilizer that combines tremendous flexibility with portable ease. Capture close-ups, wide shots and everything in between with beautiful quality thanks to a 16.1 Megapixel High-Sensitivity CMOS Sensor and Canon's latest DIGIC 6 Image Processor that together create the Canon HS SYSTEM for excellent low-light performance. Additional features: Zoom Framing Assist, Intelligent IS, 1080p Full HD video, Wi-Fi - and NFC-enabled, Mobile Device Connect button, plus more! Amazon Pre-Order >>

Canon PowerShot SX60 HS Product Details 
  • Amazon Sales Rank: #410 in Camera & Photo 
  • Brand: Canon 
  • Model: 9543B001 
  • Released on: 2014-10-20 
  • Dimensions: 5.00" h x 5.81" w x 7.54" l, 2.43 pounds 
  • Display size: 3 

Canon PowerShot SX60 HS Features
  • 65x Optical Zoom (21-1365mm) Wide-angle lens with Optical Image Stabilizer 
  • 16.1 MP High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor combined with Canon's powerful DIGIC 6 Image Processor 
  • Zoom Framing Assist to easily track and capture subjects while using extreme telephoto 
  • Capture stunning 1080p/60p Full HD video 
  • Built-in Wi-Fi and NFC

12 December 2014

Canon EOS 7D Mark II Hands-On Field Test - YouTube Video



Canon EOS 7D Mark II Hands-On Field Test
Canon has never waited longer to replace a DSLR than they did with the 7D. Five years after the original, the new 7D Mark II boasts an impressive new AF system, new sensor and improved video specs. Is this the best APS-C camera in the world? TCSTV's Chris Niccolls and Jordan Drake take a look, with a little help from acclaimed photojournalist Todd Korol. Source: TheCameraStore TV YouTube Channel

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Shot and Edited By Jordan Drake
Filmed entirely on the 7D MK II


Canon EOS 7D Mark II Hands-On Field Test

08 December 2014

Photography Book Recommendation: Landscape Photography 'From Snapshots to Great Shots'

Landscape Photography  'From Snapshots to Great Shots' By Rob Sheppard
Landscape Photography : Front cover
Landscape Photography  'From Snapshots to Great Shots'
By Rob Sheppard 2012 (Hard copy)


An insightful book by author / photographer Rob Sheppard. The author / photographer used a specific selection of non full-frame camera gear for the photos and many explanations throughout the book, but most DSLR and prosumer compact cameras will be effective for landscape photography.


I acquired this book mainly for assistance with the following photography fundamentals:
  • Specific DSLR camera / lens gear
  • To learn more about DSLR wide angle lenses
  • Best landscape shooting modes and apertures
  • Manipulation of light / light decisions
  • DSLR HDR photography 

This book is all about understanding the most appropriate camera / lens settings for getting the most out of landscape photography. The 230+ pages are packed with the author's expert landscape photography knowledge, skills and many practical camera / photography demonstrations.

Chapter Contents

  • Understanding your gear tot take better photographs
  • Thinking about light and shadows
  • Learning to see the light for better landscape photos
  • Structuring your photos to communicate a landscape
  • Gaining control by changing lenses, positions and apertures
  • working to bring the best out of the sky
  • Finding depth in a location
  • Rich tradition / potential of black-and-white landscapes 
  • HDR: Capturing more of your landscapes
  • How Ansel Adams still resonate in the Digital Age 

Buy Online
For more information / user reviews or to purchase Landscape Photography 'From Snapshots to Great Shots' please visit my Amazon aStore.

Landscape Photography  'From Snapshots to Great Shots' By Rob Sheppard
Landscape Photography : Back Cover
Landscape Photography Cover Images: From Vernon Chalmers Personal Copy

Camera Book Recommendation: Canon EOS Rebel T3i / 600D

Canon EOS Rebel T3i / 600D: 'From Snapshots to Great Shots' By Jeff Revell
Canon EOS Rebel T3i / 600D  :  Front Cover
Canon EOS Rebel T3i / 600D: 'From Snapshots to Great Shots'
By Jeff Revell 2011 (Hard Copy)

The book's author / photographer Jeff Revell is also author of the 2014 Canon EOS Rebel T5i / 700D book.

The Canon Rebel T3i / 600D was replaced in 2013 with the Canon EOS T5i / 600D as the current flagship Rebel incumbent. I met a serious enthusiast photographer last week who just recently acquired a T3i / 600D as second body when out shooting with his Canon EOS 7D.

This book is highly recommended for all current or prospective Canon EOS T3i / 600D owners: It explains the Canon EOS T3i / 600D's features (see camera specifications below) with detailed photographic demonstration / instruction and EXIF data - Aperture / ISO / Shutter Speed information from in-camera together with lens focal length.

Canon EOS Rebel T3i / 600D: Basic to Advanced Photography Tutorials
Very easy to read with detailed explanations on the various basic to advanced shooting modes. In this book you will most definitively learn how to increase your photographic skills from the basic Automatic Mode to the more advanced Creative Zone (P / Av / Tv / M modes).

The 270+ pages are packed with the author / photographer's expert knowledge, skills and many practical camera / photography demonstrations. Each chapter is a combination of camera settings / features (with images) and detailed explanations and demonstration on how to achieve similar shots.

Chapter Contents
  • The EOS Rebel T3i / 600D Top Ten list (Right out of the box)
  • Things to know before taking pictures
  • The Basic Zone / Automatic Camera Modes
  • The Creative Zone / P, Tv, Av, and M Modes
  • The tricks to shooting sports and more
  • Settings and features to make great portraits
  • Tools and techniques for landscape photography
  • Shooting when the lights get low
  • Improve your picture with sound compositional elements
  • EOS Rebel T3i / 600D Advanced Techniques
  • Canon 60D advanced techniques 
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Buy Online
For more information / user reviews or to purchase the hard copy 
Canon EOS Rebel T3i / 600D: 'From Snapshots to Great Shots' please visit my Amazon aStore.

Canon EOS Rebel T3i / 600D  :  Back Cover
Canon EOS Rebel T3i / 600D Book Cover Images: From Vernon Chalmers Personal Copy
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Canon EOS 600D / T3i Key Camera Specifications
  • 18.0 Megapixel CMOS (APS-C) sensor
  • DIGIC 4 Image
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (expandable to 12800)
  • EOS Full HD Movie mode with manual exposure control
  • Vari-angle 3.0-inch Clear View LCD monitor
  • Scene Intelligent Auto mode / Picture Style Auto
  • Basic+ function, Multi-Aspect function and Creative Filters.
  • 63-zone, Dual-layer metering system
  • 9-point AF system utilizing a high precision, f/2.8 cross-type center point.
  • 3.7 fps continuous shooting
  • Compatibility with SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards
  • Compatible with the full line of Canon EF and EF-S lenses

06 December 2014

Canon PowerShot SX60 HS January 2015 Cover Photo Competition

Canon PowerShot SX60 HS January 2015 Cover Photo Competition

All Canon PowerShot SX60 HS images received from today until 31 December 2014 will be eligible for the January 2015 Facebook Cover Photo.

For 2015 there will be a monthly competition - the most Liked photo for a month will become the Cover Photo for the following Month.

Winners will be able to provide Website and Facebook Profile / Page links (for self-promotion) - this will be published with the winning image for the duration of the following month.


Please note: Images will only be considered if accompanied by the following EXIF data: 
  • Canon PowerShot SX60 HS 
  • Focal length (ie 850mm) 
  • Aperture (f/ value ie f/5.6) 
  • Shutter speed (ie 1/125 seconds) 
  • ISO (ie 200) 
  • If you used flash and / or tripod
  • Optional: Personal description 

Visit the Canon PowerShot SX60 HS Facebook Page >>

This is a non-official / public Canon PowerShot SX60 HS photography competition.

01 December 2014

Canon Releases The New PowerShot G7 X Digital Camera

Canon PowerShot G7 X Digital Camera
Canon PowerShot G7 X Digital Camera
Ideal for those looking for DSLR features and quality in a compact point-and-shoot body, the PowerShot G7 X digital camera is Canon's first compact camera with a one-inch sensor. The large, one-inch, 20.2-megapixel* High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor delivers optimal performance with an ISO range of 125 - 12,800. The sensor, along with Canon's exclusive DIGIC 6 Image Processor, creates Canon's high-sensitivity HS System delivering excellent low-light performance so images and videos shot are clear and sharp, helping to ensure that the finest details of the scene are preserved.

Featuring an impressive, newly developed premium quality Canon lens with 4.2x optical zoom ratio (equivalent to 24-100mm), together with a maximum aperture range of f/1.8 to f/2.8 from wide to telephoto, the PowerShot G7 X camera gives users the high level of optical performance required to capture beautiful images when shooting portraits and crisp clarity when shooting sweeping landscapes or creative macro shots. The lens features a nine-blade curved aperture diaphragm to provide beautiful, blurred backgrounds even at full-zoom range. And the camera's built-in ND filter expands the options for creative expression with stills and videos. The PowerShot G7 X camera lets users fully realize the clarity and creativity of their shots with the new multi-angle (up to 180 degrees) three-inch capacitive touch LCD panel featuring a screen resolution of 1,040K dots.

Greatly improving a photographer's ability to capture subjects in motion is the camera's High Speed AF and its 31 AF points, spread widely across the picture area to help users capture every shot with accuracy and ease. Paired with continuous shooting speeds up to 6.5 frames per second, the PowerShot G7 X camera gives users the capability to take their best shots in full resolution.

The PowerShot G7 X camera is equipped with built-in Wi-Fi technology, so users can share their stunning still images and videos quickly and easily online using compatible mobile devices3. Using the Mobile Device Connect Button, users can connect to a compatible smartphone or tablet easily, while direct uploading and storage of images and movies to the web is easily done using Canon iMAGE GATEWAY4. For even easier connectivity, the PowerShot G7 X camera also features NFC making initial setup and pairing easier with a compatible Android device.

Photographers can also capture stunning Full HD video up to 1080/60p with the PowerShot G7 X camera. Accessing the various video shooting modes is easily done as the automatic and manual focus, along with the exposure settings, can be controlled using the touch panel, the dial on the back of the camera or a control ring on the lens and convenient playback on a HDTV can be done via the camera's HDMI port.

The PowerShot G7 X camera also offers multiple shooting modes giving users the power of expression. For example, the advanced Star Mode features four options to capture images of starry night skies with impeccable quality. The "Star Portrait" and "Star Nightscape" modes help capture the radiance of stars in the background while still allowing photographers to capture a foreground subject. The "Star Trails" mode turns star movement into a luminous still image, while the "Star Time-Lapse Movie" mode makes beautiful video clips that show the movement of the stars against a static background.

For even more creative expression, the PowerShot G7 X camera features Canon's unique Creative Shot Mode for still images, with four filter categories - Retro, Monochrome, Special and Natural. Smart AUTO technology selects 58 different pre-defined scenes for still shots and 21 for video making it possible to take beautiful images and video in a variety of situations. The camera's High Dynamic Range (HDR) Mode offers ample versatility for creating still images with an artistic flare. Additionally, the camera's Intelligent IS automatically chooses from one of eight modes to help optimize image stabilization for virtually shake-free images in various shooting conditions.

For photograph purists, the PowerShot G7 X camera fully supports both manual exposure control and the user's choice of RAW, JPEG or RAW+JPEG recording formats. The PowerShot G7 X camera also provides excellent manual control operability with a touch panel, a programmable control ring on the lens, an exposure compensation dial, and two customizable buttons on the back in a sleek, compact body.


Pricing and Availability
The PowerShot G7 X digital camera is scheduled to be available in October 2014 for an estimated retail price of $699.99.


Canon PowerShot G7 X Brief Specifications >>

Canon Media Release Source: Canon USA

Canon PowerShot G7 X

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