Sandisk unveils fast line of Extreme Pro CF cards: “
SanDisk unveils a new line of Extreme Pro CompactFlash memory cards that enables lightning-fast read and write speeds of up to 90MB/s1, doubling the performance from previous SanDisk high-end camera memory cards. Large storage capacity enables photographers to capture RAW images and high-definition video clips in a single session without running out of space. The Extreme Pro CompactFlash cards will be available in capacities of 16GB to 64GB and MSRP ranging from about $300 to $800…”
Adobe releases Lightroom 2.5 and Camera Raw 5.5: “
Adobe has released Photoshop Lightroom 2.5 and Camera Raw 5.5. These are final versions of updates which were originally posted as ‘release candidates’ on the Adobe Labs site, and are now available for immediate download. Both provide additional Raw support for Nikon D300S, Nikon D3000, Panasonic DMC-GF1 and Olympus E-P1. Although support is offered for Panasonic DMC-FZ35, it doesn’t extend to the Japanese and European version of the camera (the FZ38). In addition, the ACR update also includes corrections for sensors with non-conventional color filter arrays (as introduced in the most recent DNG specification).”
(Via Digital Photography Review.)
Gitzo and Manfrotto Discounts Plus Free Shipping!: “
Berger Brothers, the Nikonians retail partner, is pleased to announce that all community members (Silver and higher) will receive a 10% discount on all Gitzo and Manfrotto plus free shipping! To take advantage of this and many other savings, check out the Nikonians Rewards page.
And you can confer with Berger Brothers staff at any time on their dedicated forum, for questions about tripods or any other camera gear.
Be sure to check the Rewards Page weekly as our partners update their offers frequently. Most of our partner incentives will often equal or exceed the membership fee after just the purchase, so it pays to be a Contributing Nikonian!
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(Via Nikonians News.)
View NX 1.40 Updated with Nikon D300s, D3000 Support: “
Nikon has updated the View NX utility to support the newly announced D300s, D3000 and the latest Coolpix models including the camera/projector S1000PJ.
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(Via Nikonians News.)
Tamron 17-50mm f2.8 – Now Image Stabilized: “
Tamron took the wraps off their latest iteration of the popular 17-50mm f2.8 XR Di lens – now featuring Vibration Compensation (VC). VC is Tamron’s implementation of Nikon’s Vibration Reduction, and makes this fast and light lens even more versatile for hand-held shots.
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(Via Nikonians News.)
