Panasonic launches full-frame LUMIX S1H with cinema-quality video News 

Panasonic launches full-frame LUMIX S1H with cinema-quality video

NEWARK, N.J., Aug. 27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Panasonic is proud to announce the launch of the LUMIX S1H, a new Digital Single Lens Mirrorless camera equipped with a full-frame image sensor, combining professional-level video quality with the high mobility of a mirrorless camera. The LUMIX S1H is the world’s first camera capable of video recording at 6K/24p *1 (3:2 aspect ratio), 5.9K/30p (16:9 aspect ratio) and... Read More
Nikon Z Series adds dedicated 3D LUT for N-Log News Press releases Updates 

Nikon Z Series adds dedicated 3D LUT for N-Log

Additional Details Announced for Upcoming RAW Video Output Update MELVILLE, N.Y., Aug. 27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Nikon has introduced a dedicated LUT (lookup table) for users of the N-Log feature on the Nikon Z 7 and Z 6 cameras, allowing greater creative control in post-production. Further adding to the Z series’ capabilities for professional and advanced video creators, a new update... Read More
Panasonic launches LUMIX S PRO 24-70mm F2.8 lens New Products Press releases 

Panasonic launches LUMIX S PRO 24-70mm F2.8 lens

NEWARK, N.J., Aug. 27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Panasonic is proud to introduce a new interchangeable standard zoom lens, the LUMIX S PRO 24-70mm F2.8 (S-E2470) compatible with the L-Mount system for the LUMIX S Series Full-frame Digital Single Lens Mirrorless Camera.  Developed with high-quality professional performance in mind, the LUMIX S Series of cameras and lenses together achieve uncompromised photographic expression. The LUMIX... Read More
Panasonic launches renewed LEICA DG 25mm fixed-focal length lens New Products Press releases Updates 

Panasonic launches renewed LEICA DG 25mm fixed-focal length lens

NEWARK, N.J., Aug. 27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Panasonic announced today it has renewed its LEICA DG fixed focal length lens based on the Micro Four Thirds system standard. In addition to the large F1.4 aperture, the new LEICA DG SUMMILUX 25mm / F1.4 II ASPH. (H-XA025) features splash- and dust-resistant* construction for heavy field use and is compatible with max. 240 fps sensor... Read More
Tariffs not expected to impact GoPro’s second-half 2019 financial performance News Press releases 

Tariffs not expected to impact GoPro’s second-half 2019 financial performance

SAN MATEO, Calif., Aug. 26, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — GoPro, Inc. today reiterated that it does not expect the recently announced tariffs to have an impact on its second half 2019 financial performance as most of its U.S. bound camera production will come from Mexico in the second half of 2019. “As previously stated, we began production in Guadalajara, Mexico of our U.S.... Read More
New apps, updates, financial news and more industry notes for the week of Aug. 23 News 

New apps, updates, financial news and more industry notes for the week of Aug. 23

      New apps and updates Makers4Good updated its iOS light meter app, Luxi, to version 2.0.10, features improved calibration sliders, refined light reading, and faster processing, via press release. Nikon has launched SnapBridge 2.6,for iOS and Android, featuring improved design, RAW (NEF/NRW) images can be downloaded (Wi-Fi cameras only), faster automatic image transfers (2 Megapixel versions), DSLR and Mirrorless camera control and... Read More
Samsung debuts Galaxy A50s and A30s with interesting cameras New Products Press releases 

Samsung debuts Galaxy A50s and A30s with interesting cameras

With upgraded essential features, made even more powerful Samsung Electronics today unveiled the new Galaxy A50s and A30s, introducing a new contemporary look with improved innovations. Made for those who want to capture and share their experiences instantaneously, the Galaxy A50s and Galaxy A30s deliver the performance you need for the Era of Live. With a versatile camera, an uninterrupted... Read More
PBS launches family history TV show, “Family Pictures USA” Feature News Opinion 

PBS launches family history TV show, “Family Pictures USA”

“Family Pictures USA”, a new PBS television show, that “explores neighborhoods and cities through the lens of the family photo album.” Hosted by artist and filmmaker Thomas Allen Harris, and with major support from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), this national series “seeks to expand the understanding of American history, diversity and shared values through family photos in the... Read More
Online photo editor PicMonkey integrates with stock photo site Unsplash Press releases 

Online photo editor PicMonkey integrates with stock photo site Unsplash

Searchable, Free Inventory of Unsplash Photos Now Available Inside PicMonkey SEATTLE, Aug. 21, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — PicMonkey, a leading cloud-based image editing and design platform that helps people create high-impact visuals to promote their brand and business, today announced it has integrated with the Unsplash stock photography service. Unsplash, the internet’s source of visuals, provides high-quality images from the world’s most generous and gifted... Read More
SANDMARC launches polarized ND filters for iPhones New Products Press releases 

SANDMARC launches polarized ND filters for iPhones

SAN DIEGO, Aug. 21, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — SANDMARC, a brand specializing in photography gear for iPhone, DJI and GoPro cameras, launched the first premium line of polarized ND filters for iPhone photography and filmmaking: Hybrid Filters. Neutral Density & Polarizer Filter in One The Hybrid filter combines the power of two photography filters. A polarizer filter reduces glares and reflections for clearer skies and more transparent bodies of water, while... Read More
Epson introduces next-generation SureColor F6370 44-Inch dye-sublimation inkjet printer New Products Press releases 

Epson introduces next-generation SureColor F6370 44-Inch dye-sublimation inkjet printer

New Model Features Faster Print Speeds for Quickly and Efficiently Producing High-Quality Images for Promotional Products, Cut-and-Sew Fabrics and More LONG BEACH, Calif., Aug. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Epson America today announced the next-generation SureColor®F6370 44-inch dye-sublimation printer. Featuring speeds up to 680 square feet/hour,1 the new dye-sublimation printer quickly and efficiently produces high-quality images for promotional products, soft signage, cut-and-sew fabrics, and more. Designed with ease-of-use... Read More
Talking kiosks with Kodak Moments’ Michael Graham Feature News Opinion 

Talking kiosks with Kodak Moments’ Michael Graham

Kodak Moments, the consumer-focused brand from Kodak Alaris, recently introduced the smaller footprint M1 photo kiosk. In spite of the rather snarky media writeups, the photo kiosk business is still viable for retailers looking to offer a low-cost, self-service option. Despite all the changes since the 2012 bankruptcy of Eastman Kodak Co. and subsequent spin-off of Kodak Alaris as the... Read More
Image Protect announces successful platform integration with KODAKOne in $5 million digital rights partnership News Press releases 

Image Protect announces successful platform integration with KODAKOne in $5 million digital rights partnership

SAN CLEMENTE, Calif., Aug. 19, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — via OTC PR WIRE — Image Protect Inc., a global leader in the end-to-end copyright infringement sector, is excited to announce the completion of the critical software integration process at the heart of the Company’s strategic partnership agreement (the “Partnership”) with RYDE Holding (“RYDE”), the creator and operator of the KODAKOne... Read More
Guest post: Top editing strategies that every photo business needs to use Opinion Tips and tricks 

Guest post: Top editing strategies that every photo business needs to use

Guest post by John Sullivan If you are an old-school photographer, it is only natural to look at modern editing strategies with some disdain. After all, there are many who argue that such techniques draw attention away from the authenticity of photographs. Nevertheless, if you are running a photo business, it is important to give people what they want. And,... Read More
Guest post: 10 best Android photo-editing apps Events Opinion Updates 

Guest post: 10 best Android photo-editing apps

Guest post by Hillary Walker With the widespread use of Smartphones and almost all smartphones having a high-end camera, people are not just satisfied with clicking images. They don’t have that much time to transfer the images to desktop and edit them using Photoshop or Lightroom. People want apps using which they can do all the editing directly from their... Read More