Canon 50D Review

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The Canon 50D DSLR Camera is one of or Top 100 Gift Tips for this Christmas. Our review partner tested the 15.1MP Canon 50D and published a review.
Quote from the review: "While point-and-shoot digicams muddle along without any super breakthroughs-14 megapixels? Big deal!-watching the brawl between D-SLR manufacturers is much more enjoyable.
Recently, Canon, Nikon and Sony have all introduced or announced digital single-lens reflex models that are leaping ahead of last year's cameras.
For example: Sony's new $3,000 A900 is the first full-frame 24.6MP model. Recently-resurgent Nikon unveiled the first D-SLR that records HD video-the $999 12.3MP D90. And, just a short time later, Canon announced the $2,699 EOS 5D Mark II, which has a 21.1-megapixel full-frame imager that also takes high-def videos. This clash of the titans is great news for photo enthusiasts who now have a wide range of D-SLRs to fit practically any desire. And, as we've said, it's also fun to watch. But frankly, it's even more enjoyable testing the devices. Case in point: We just reviewed the D90, and as a camera, it really shined. Read more

Posted on Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:05:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Exclusive: Canon G10 at the Playboy Mansion with Gadget Model Jeni

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The November I4U Gadget Model shoot took place at the sexiest location on earth - the Playboy Mansion.
Glenn our photographer had the chance to take our November Gadget Model Jeni to the Playboy Mansion for this shot. Besides Jeni our hot blond, the star of this shoot is the new Canon G10 camera, that is already big hit amongst professional photographers despite being very affordable for what you get at under $500 (buy it on Amazon).

See Jeni's Photos Now.
(Depending on your workplace culture these photos might not be save for work.) Read more

Posted on Thu, 13 Nov 2008 12:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Canon XH A1S and XH G1S HD Camcorder for Professionals launched

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Building on the XH A1 and XH G1 High Definition (HD) camcorders, Canon has introduced today the newly refined and upgraded hand-held XH A1S and XH G1S HD camcorders.
Both products incorporate enhanced features for improved operation, including greater image control and improved audio capabilities. Whether it is for corporate video production, wedding and events, or filmmaking, the new Canon XH A1S and XH G1S HD camcorders help professional videographers realize their creative vision. Read more

Posted on Wed, 5 Nov 2008 10:44:14 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Canon EOS 50D Review

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The Canon 50D is one of our Top 100 Holiday Gift Tips for 2008. The Canon 50D sports a high resolution of 15.1MP amongst other great features. LetsGoDigital published an in-depth review of the Canon 50D.
Quote from the review: "Through a consistent and natural color reproduction, a convincing dynamic range, excellent frame rate, fine applicable ISO range, excellent reproduction and user-friendly operation, Canon shows what the Canon EOS 50D stands for. Read more

Posted on Sun, 2 Nov 2008 18:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Canon G10 Review

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The Canon G10 is already part of our Top 100 Holiday Gift Guide. PhotographyBlog published now a review of this professional point and shoot camera.
Quote from the review: "The brand new PowerShot G10 is the most expensive and most feature-rich model in Canon’s extensive range of compact cameras. The G-series has long been the preserve of the keen enthusiast looking for a serious photographic tool that can still be easily slipped into a coat pocket. The new Canon G10 continues that tradition, adding even more advanced features into the mix, including a bigger 14.7 megapixel sensor, higher resolution 3 inch LCD screen, 5x wide-angle zoom lens, and dedicated Exposure Compensation dial. Read more

Posted on Mon, 27 Oct 2008 13:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

New Canon Printer Features Clear Toner

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When it comes to printers that use toner, visions of black powdery messes come to mind for most of us. Canon has introduced a new printer called the imagePRESS C1+ that features clear toner. The printer is designed for the light production and proofing markets.

The printer has 1200 x 1200 print resolution and can print up to 14 pages per minute in color and 60 ppm in black and white. Canon says that the clear toner also makes it easy for users to add watermarks to images without affecting the printer results. Read more

Posted on Mon, 27 Oct 2008 06:31:36 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Canon G10 is I4U Top 100 Gift Tip #56

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If you want to surprise someone with a great camera this Christmas and a DSLR camera is too expensive then consider the new Canon PowerShot G10.
The Canon G10 has a huge 14.7MP resolution and takes professional grade images that also has professional photographers as fans.

Feature highlights of the Canon G10 include 3 inch screen, 5x zoom, 14.7MP resolution, Advanced Face Detection Technology, Advanced Motion Detection Technology, Face-Detection Self-Timer and 26 shooting modes. Read more

Posted on Mon, 13 Oct 2008 12:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Canon G10 makes Photographers forget about their expensive DSLR

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Canon announced in September the G10 top of the line point and shoot camera with 14.7MP resolution.
I heard from a photographer that apparently more and more professional photographers have been using the previous G9 camera instead of their expensive DSLR equipment for calendar and magazine shoots.

Other feature highlights of the Canon G10 include 3 inch screen, 5x zoom, 14.7MP resolution, Advanced Face Detection Technology, Advanced Motion Detection Technology, Face-Detection Self-Timer and 26 shooting modes. Read more

Posted on Fri, 10 Oct 2008 07:38:06 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Canon develops bio-based Plastic with world's highest Level of Flame Retardance

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Canon and Toray Industries announced today the successful development of a bio-based plastic that achieves the world's highest level of flame retardance.
The new bio-based plastic, which includes more than 25% (by weight) a plant-derived component, will be used in exterior plastic parts for Canon multifunction office systems to be launched beginning next year. Read more

Posted on Fri, 10 Oct 2008 01:20:48 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Canon Vixia HG21 Camcorder Review

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Our review partner Digital Trends published a review of the Canon Vixia HG21 camcorder. The Canon Vixia HG21 was unveiled in August and sells for $1,268.88 on Amazon.com. Digital Trends puts the HG21 in the top ranks of 2008 consumer camcorders.
Quote from the review: "As we reported in the recent JVC GZ-HD40 review, high-definition hard disc drive and flash memory-based camcorders are arriving fast and furiously. One of the newest on the scene is the Canon Vixia HG21, a model with a whopping 120GB HDD, a 3.3-megapixel CMOS sensor, potent 12x zoom and optical image stabilization to help eliminate the shakes from your videos. Read more

Posted on Wed, 8 Oct 2008 05:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Canon EOS 50D Review

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The PhotographyBlog published a review of the new Canon EOS 50D SLR camera. The Canon 50D is one of our Top 100 Holiday Gift Tips for 2008.
The Canon 50D sports a high resolution of 15.1MP amongst other great features.
Quote from the review: "The Canon EOS 50D is outwardly almost identical to its predecessor, the EOS 40D, having the same dimensions (145.5 x 107.8 x 73.5mm), and weighing 10g less at 730g without a lens fitted. Where cheaper entry-level DSLR cameras use plastics, the 50D has a magnesium alloy body which should make it more durable in the long term. The finish seems tough and resilient too, and the memory card and battery doors are dust and moisture resistant, making the 50D potentially better suited to hostile environments, whether they're encountered on a photo shoot in the Himalayas or a trip to the seaside. There's a textured area on both the deep hand-grip and around the thumb-rest on the rear of the camera, and unlike the cheaper 450D and 1000D models, this camera is perfect for everyone with normal to large-sized hands. Read more

Posted on Fri, 3 Oct 2008 06:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Canon EOS 5D Mark II Preview and Sample Photos

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Canon announced the new 21.1MP Canon EOS 5D Mark II last week. DPReview has published a sol called preview (review pre-release model) and a sample photo gallery.
The Canon EOS 5D Mark II has full-frame CMOS with 21.1MP resolution. With the new EOS 5D Mark II you can also capture full HD video clips at 1920 x 1080 resolution.
Other features of the Canon EOS 5D Mark II include DIGIC 4 imaging processor, sensitivity range from ISO 50 to ISO 25,600, continuous shooting at 3.9 frames per second (fps), 15-point Autofocus (AF) sensor, 3 inch Clear View LCD screen, high-magnification optical viewfinder providing 98 percent coverage, and Live View. Read more

Posted on Sat, 20 Sep 2008 13:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Canon EOS 5D Mark II released

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Canon today introduced the EOS 5D Mark II Digital SLR camera, the long-awaited successor to Canon's EOS 5D, introduced in 2005.
The Canon EOS 5D Mark II has full-frame CMOS with 21.1MP resolution. With the new EOS 5D Mark II you can also capture full HD video clips at 1920 x 1080 resolution.
Other features of the Canon EOS 5D Mark II include DIGIC 4 imaging processor, sensitivity range from ISO 50 to ISO 25,600, continuous shooting at 3.9 frames per second (fps), 15-point Autofocus (AF) sensor, 3 inch Clear View LCD screen, high-magnification optical viewfinder providing 98 percent coverage, and Live View. Read more

Posted on Wed, 17 Sep 2008 05:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Canon PowerShot G10 announced

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Canon today announced the newest addition to its top-of-the line PowerShot G-series digital cameras. The Canon PowerShot G10 digital camera offers serious amateur shooters and professional photographers several essential ingredients for a flagship model, including Canon's new DIGIC 4 image processor, 28mm Optical Image Stabilized lens and RAW mode.
This trilogy of style, performance and image quality is an ideal professional complement for anyone seeking the photo quality of a DSLR, combined with the convenient size of a point-and-shoot. As the successor model to the popular PowerShot G9 digital camera, the PowerShot G10 digital camera is loaded with Canon's latest technologies, including a long-anticipated 28 mm wide-angle lens with 5x optical zoom, 14.7 megapixels and 3.0-inch Pure Color LCD II screen. Read more

Posted on Wed, 17 Sep 2008 02:04:13 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

PowerShot SX10 IS unveiled by Canon

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Canon unveils the new ultra-zoom camera PowerShot SX10 IS. The new Canon PowerShot SX10 IS features a wide-angle (28 mm - 560 mm) 20x optical zoom lens, an Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS), Canon's new DIGIC 4 image processor and a smooth, curved grip that fits in the hand comfortably.
This compact SX10 IS is capable of capturing long-range shots of soccer field action from the bleachers or sunsets from your hotel balcony easier. Photographers can now quickly zoom in close enough to capture facial expressions and details from far away. Read more

Posted on Wed, 17 Sep 2008 01:57:08 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Canon PowerShot SD990 IS and PowerShot SD880 IS unveiled

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Canon announced today several new digital cameras in the wake of the Photokina trade-show in Germany which starts next week. Canon introduced new pocket cameras with the Canon PowerShot SD990 IS and PowerShot SD880 IS.
The new Canon PowerShot SD990 IS Digital ELPH camera features a 14.7MP resolution, 3.7x Optical Zoom with Optical Image Stabilization and Canon's new Quick Shot Mode for even faster shutter speed.
The PowerShot SD990 IS Digital ELPH camera is available in black or silver. To help commemorate the manufacture of the 100 millionth PowerShot camera, Canon has produced a limited-edition red PowerShot SD990 IS Digital ELPH camera. This camera can be exclusively purchased on the Canon U.S.A. eStore.
Read more

Posted on Wed, 17 Sep 2008 01:49:52 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Canon VIXA HF11 HD Camcorder is I4U Top 100 Gift Tip #21

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Camcorders have become smaller and smaller as the years have gone by and with the advent of HDTV, camcorders are now also going HD. It used to be that you had to go and buy tapes to be able to record your home videos, but today the vast majority of camcorders use some type of digital storage medium like flash memory or internal hard drives.

Canon recently announced a new line of camcorders including the VIXA HF11. The cool part about this camcorder is that you don’t have to settle on just one storage method for your videos. An internal hard drive is good, but once it is full you are done shooting until you can get to a computer to download the video. A camera that saves to SD cards is also good, but sometimes you can forget to bring memory cards along. Read more

Posted on Mon, 8 Sep 2008 10:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Canon 50D DSLR is I4U Top 100 Holiday Gift Guide Tip #13

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Canon announced the new 15.1MP Canon 50D DSLR camera this week. The Canon 50D is a bit more expensive than the Nikon D90. The higher resolution and the exceptional sensitivity of ISO 12,800 is surely to blame for the price difference.
Canon targets with the 50D advanced amateur photographers who blur the line between the hobbyist and the professional.
Canon is taking steps to give advanced amateurs more flexibility with a new "CA" Creative Full Auto setting on the EOS 50D Digital SLR camera's mode dial. This new setting goes a step beyond Full Auto, by allowing users to make adjustments before shooting while still in an Automatic mode, without needing to know the meaning of technical terms such as aperture, shutter speed, etc. Read more

Posted on Sun, 31 Aug 2008 12:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Canon Unveils New Pixma Printer

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Canon has added a pair of Pixma all-in-one printers to its line called the Pixma MP980 and MP620 Photo AIO printers. The MP980 is the first AIO printer to separate gray and black photo ink for neutral black and white photography. The printer also has built-in Wi-Fi and Ethernet.

Both printers take advantage of Canon's Auto photo Fix feature that repairs photos before they are printed. Other features include Auto Scan mode making scanning a much shorter process. The MP980 AIO can print a 4x6 photo in about 20 seconds and its scanner uses white LEDs. The MP980 will sell for $299.99. The MP620 can print 4x6 photos in 41-seconds and has a 2.5-inch LCD, It will retail for $149.99 when it goes on sale. Read more

Posted on Tue, 26 Aug 2008 11:05:48 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Canon Launches New A-Series and Ultra-Zoom Cameras

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Canon launched a revamped A-Series of cameras along with a new series of ultra-Zoom cameras today. Two new cameras were added to the Canon A-series including the A1000 IS and the A2000 IS. Both of the cameras are point-and-shoot designs with a slim profile and have 10-megapixel resolutions. The A1000 IS has 4x optical zoom and the A2000 IS has 6x optical zoom.

Both use the DIGIX III image processor and the A1000 has a 2.5-inch LCD while the A2000 uses a 3-inch LCD. Both have face detection, motion detection, and red-eye correction along with image stabilization. The SX110 IS camera has the same features except for a 10x optical zoom and 9-megapixel resolution. The A1000 will retail for $199.99, the A2000 for $249.99 and the SX110 for $299.99. Availability for the new cameras will be September. Read more

Posted on Tue, 26 Aug 2008 10:46:06 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Canon Launches Pair of New Selphy Printers

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Canon added a pair of new printers to its compact Selphy line today called the Selphy ES3 and Selphy ES30. The ES3 has 1GB of internal flash storage to hold photos and will offer significantly more features for printing creative photos.

The ES3 features 47 different frame templates and the ES30 features 18. Also included are 28 different clip art illustrations on the ES3 and 10 on the ES30. More layouts are available for the calendar function as well. Read more

Posted on Tue, 26 Aug 2008 10:11:12 CDT | by Shane McGlaun