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Nikon PocketWizards, the time is soon

March 10, 2010

Apparently PocketWizard still has some testing to do but Mark Wallace had the honor of testing a prototype of a fully functional TTL Nikon PocketWizard. See it for yourself here or on Mark’s blog.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8PrALQszhWc
UPDATE
Photos below from PocketWizard’s Blog and Facebook. Enjoy!

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Video of Lightroom integration using Topaz Fusion Express & Topaz Adjust 4

March 5, 2010

I’m on a Topaz kick this week. But that is ok because I’m trying to share a lot of cool things with my reader. Enjoy this video of how Topaz Fusion works to merge Topaz Photoshop plugins into Lightroom. Download the trials for free. Don’t forget [...]

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My first Topaz Adjust 4 test

March 3, 2010

Topaz Adjust 4…All I can say is wow. So far, so perfect. I love the new interface. I love how great it works all around. Please give it a try, you will not regret it. It is free to try so why not, right?
So here it, my initial Topaz Adjust [...]

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Topaz Adjust 4 now available

March 2, 2010

Topaz Labs has officially released Adjust 4. Topaz has added faster performance, a beautiful new interface and even better results. Adjust 4 already works with Topaz Fusion which in turn makes Adjust 4 a Lightroom plugin.

Add instant dazzle and pop to your photos with a unique presets system [...]

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One of the best Photoshop and Lightroom plugins I have ever used

March 1, 2010

I have used Topaz Adjust for a long time. It has so many features that are worth checking out. Not only does Topaz Labs make incredible plugins but they offer free demo’s and many times free upgrades. Topaz Adjust is inexpensive but very powerful. It is [...]

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Nikon 70-200mm F2.8G VR II Review from DPReview

February 26, 2010

DPReview gave the new Nikon 70-200mm F2.8G VR II 85% our of 100%. This is a brief summary of what they had to say.
Good: Professional shooters and advanced amateurs demanding the finest optical performance available in a telephoto zoom
Not: Anyone who values portability and convenience over all-out image quality
Nikon’s ‘Mark II’ [...]

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The new Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8G VR II

February 23, 2010

I recently sold my 70-200mm VR lens (which was in mint condition) so that I could get the new VR II. Why would I do such a thing? The VR (1st version) lens works perfectly on all Nikon Pro SLR’s however when using it with a full frame [...]

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A Zen plea for all PHP and Wordpress guru’s

February 19, 2010

So many of us Zenfolio users love their service but have waited patiently for their WordPress integration. Zenfolio has it planned but with no ETA whatsoever. Zenfolio user Charles Showalter has created and shared a PHP script which he compiled to enable our customers to access their password [...]

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New Nikon 24mm Prime!

February 13, 2010

I already have the older Nikon 24mm f2.0 lens but this may be something to purchase in the future. Gotta love the prime!
Nikon 24mm f/1.4G

Prime Wide-angle Perspective—Ultra-fast f/1.4 Aperture
77mm Filter Size!
Nano Crystal Coat
2 Extra-low Dispersion (ED) elements
2 Aspherical Lens Elements
Rear Focus (RF)
Exclusive Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM)
M/A Focus Mode Switch
Rounded [...]

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The ultimate AA battery choice for photographers

February 9, 2010

I have been using PowerEx AA batteries for a couple of years now and they are just awesome. They hold their charge for a while and even last for hours when used in flashes.
PowerEx 2700mAh NiMH Rechargeable AA Batteries

30-40% more capacity than most AA batteries
Memory free operation for anytime [...]

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A wonderful companion to the Canon S90

February 2, 2010

So you purchased a Canon S90 and a memory card to get yourself going. The S90 is a powerful and pocketable camera so great choice! Did you pick up a case? My favorite choice is the Canon PSC900 because it’s a molded leather case that fits on [...]

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