Photography Industry News

Keep abreast of the photography industry's latest news. From new camera equipment to imaging software updates our digital photo newswire covers it all.

Friday, January 27, 2012 Sigma Announces the Passing of Michihiro Yamaki Pioneering CEO, founder led company for more than 50 years We are deeply saddened to learn that Michihiro Yamaki, founder and CEO of Sigma Corporation, has died. In addition to his numerous contributions to photography and his innumerable achievements as an industry leader, Mr. Yamaki was a true gentleman. He will be greatly missed and all of us at Werner Publishing want to express our condolences to the family and to the global community of Sigma Corporation.   Read More...

Tuesday, January 17, 2012 New “Mamiya Leaf” Brand Delivers Strong Worldwide Synergy Companies integrate products, consolidate worldwide support TOKYO and TEL AVIV, January 16, 2012– Mamiya Digital Imaging, a trusted manufacturer and developer of medium-format cameras and optics, and Leaf Imaging Ltd., a leading manufacturer and developer of digital backs for the medium and large-format photography markets, today announced that they have created a new, worldwide Mamiya Leaf brand that integrates both companies’ product lines into one complete medium-format digital camera system offering, streamlines new product development and establishes more efficient customer sales and support.  Read More...

Monday, January 9, 2012 Sigma DN Series Designed for Micro Four Thirds, E-mount systems RONKONKOMA, NY and LAS VEGAS, NV, Jan. 9, 2012 – Sigma Corporation of America today announced the launch of its new line of Micro Four Thirds system and E-mount lenses for mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras from the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2012 in Las Vegas, NV.  Read More...

Monday, January 9, 2012 Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 4 Free download until March 31 Lightroom software provides a comprehensive set of digital photography tools, from powerfully simple one-click adjustments and features to cutting edge advanced controls. With Lightroom, you can organize, enhance, and showcase your images all from one fast and nimble application that's available on Macintosh and Windows® platforms.  Read More...

Monday, January 9, 2012 Sigma APO Macro 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM Features a 1:1 magnification ratio and large maximum aperture RONKONKOMA, NY and LAS VEGAS, NV Jan. 9, 2012 – Sigma Corporation, a leading researcher, developer, manufacturer and service provider of some of the world's most impressive lines of lenses, cameras and flashes, is pleased to announce the Sigma APO Macro 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM, the world’s first 180mm macro lens that offers a magnification ratio of 1:1 and a large maximum aperture of F2.8.   Read More...

Monday, January 9, 2012 SanDisk 128GB Extreme SDXC card Speedy, flexible workflow solution Consumer Electronics Show, Las Vegas, January 9, 2012—SanDisk Corporation (NASDAQ: SNDK), a global leader in flash memory storage solutions, today introduced the 128 gigabyte (GB)1 SanDisk Extreme® SDXC™ UHS-I card. The new card is ideal for photography enthusiasts capturing Full HD2 3D videos and high-resolution photos.  Read More...

Monday, January 9, 2012 FUJIFILM X-Pro1 Featuring the New X-Trans CMOS sensor Valhalla, N.Y., January 9, 2012 – FUJIFILM North America Corporation proudly introduces the debut of its newest and most advanced addition to its premium, high quality X-Series digital camera line-up – the FUJIFILM X-Pro1 interchangeable lens digital camera system.  Read More...

Monday, January 9, 2012 Canon PowerShot G1 X New ELPH models also available LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., January 9, 2012 – Continuing to revolutionize the digital camera market, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced the introduction of a new flagship PowerShot model, the PowerShot G1 X, in addition to two stylish PowerShot ELPH models, the ELPH 520 HS and ELPH 110 HS.  The PowerShot G1 X camera will feature a 1.5-inch, 14.3-megapixel CMOS sensor, the largest sensor to date for a PowerShot model, delivering approximately nine times more light sensitivity and helping to produce amazing depth-of-field and high-quality images in tough low-light conditions.  For those users looking for a camera with advanced features in a compact form both the PowerShot ELPH 520 HS, the world’s thinnest 12x optical zoom with a 28mm lens1, and PowerShot ELPH 110 HS feature a sleek design and compelling creative capabilities.  Read More...

Friday, January 6, 2012 Nikon D4 Features include a new 16.2-megapixel FX-format CMOS sensor MELVILLE, N.Y. (Jan 5, 2012) – The new Nikon D4 digital SLR builds upon the legacy of the proven Nikon flagship D-SLRs before it, engineered to give today’s professional multimedia photographers a new apex of speed and accuracy with unparalleled image quality, low-light capability and Full HD video. The Nikon D4 hosts a multitude of advanced new features and useful functions that deliver speedy performance and amazing image quality for when missing the shot is not an option.  Read More...

Friday, January 6, 2012 Nikon Unveils AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.8G Ideal for low-light, portraiture and adding background blur MELVILLE, N.Y. (January 5, 2012) – Today, Nikon Inc. announced the addition of the new AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.8G FX-format lens to its legendary line of NIKKOR lenses. The new 85mm is a fast, fixed focal-length lens with medium telephoto capabilities and a large maximum aperture of f/1.8 that is capable of performing a wide variety of imaging tasks with amazing sharpness and clarity.  Read More...

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