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Hang Your Favorite Photos at a Virtual Museum

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 15:13:00 -0800

Display your favorite digital photographs in famous settings with this fun mash-up project.

Wanted: A Camera for Kindle Fire

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 12:30:00 -0800

A camera isn't big on tablet-users' wishlists, but it could enhance the Kindle Fire as an essential shopping tool (especially when browsing Amazon).

Real-Time 3D Models Created Using Only a DSLR and Kinect

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 09:52:00 -0800

Filmmakers and programmers create and instant, real-time 3D model using a single DSLR camera and a Kinect.

Is Kodak Smartly Exiting a Dying Business?

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:10:00 -0800

There’s plenty of evidence that camera phones are cutting into the sales and usage of basic, consumer-oriented digital cameras–the very kind that Kodak has focused on for many years.

Kodak Axing Digital Cameras Business

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:15:00 -0800

At one time, Kodak had more than 90 percent of the market share of film sales in the U.S, but the 131-year-old company struggled since the introduction of digital cameras.

Olympus OM-D E-M5: A Mirrorless Camera Built to Compete With DSLRs

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:00:00 -0800

Olympus's new Micro Four-Thirds camera is based on a wish list from photographers in Japan, and the result is an interchangeable-lens model that shoots quickly, withstands water, and boasts outstanding maneuvers in the dark.

Pentax Adds CMOS Sensors to LED-Equipped Rugged Cameras

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:42:00 -0800

The Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS and WG-2 have new low-light-optimized CMOS sensors and 1080p video capabilities to go along with their front-facing LED lamps.

Canon Joins the Wi-Fi and 20X-Zoom Fray With New PowerShot Cameras

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:00:00 -0800

The 20X-optical-zoom PowerShot SX260 HS, ruggedized PowerShot D20, and two new Wi-Fi-enabled compact cameras headline the latest round of Canon point-and-shoot announcements.

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Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:00:00 -0800

Nikon D800 Full-Frame DSLR Packs 36 Megapixels

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 20:01:00 -0800

With a 36-megapixel full-frame sensor, the $3000 Nikon D800 is built for huge prints, aggressive cropping, fashion shoots, and fat wallets.

Must-See Digital Photography Websites

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 09:06:00 -0800

These websites should be considered essential browsing for any fan of digital photography.

First Look at the Dropcam HD

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:00:00 -0800

Our review unit of this Wi-Fi camera had fuzzy video playback in our hands-on tests, but Dropcam promises that the final version of its Dropcam HD will not have these problems.

Facebook IPO, Tons of New Cameras, and Inkjets for Business on PCWorld Podcast #131

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0800

Facebook makes a lot of money, and wants to make more by going public. Also, did you know that inkjet printers may be better than lasers for small business?

Stylish Pentax K-01 Mirrorless Camera Will Support DSLR Lenses

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 04:00:00 -0800

Pentax's new compact interchangeable-lens camera offers a unique body designed by Marc Newson, and it's the first mirrorless camera we've seen to support DSLR lenses natively.

Nikon Refreshes Entire Coolpix Line With Nine New Cameras

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:01:00 -0800

Among the highlights in Nikon's new announcements are an F1.8 premium compact, two pocketable high-zoom cameras, and a kid-friendly rugged model.

Panasonic Announces 20X-Zoom Pocket Camera, Full-Featured Rugged Camera

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:00:00 -0800

Four new Panasonic point-and-shoots were unveiled today, including the 20X-optical-zoom Lumix ZS20 and the durable Lumix TS4, which is packed with a barometer, an altimeter, and full manual controls.

Organizing Photos, Fixing Dark Prints, Solving File Format Problems, and More

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:53:00 -0800

Dave answers reader questions about printing, photo management, grainy images, online photo theft, and more.

This 5.4-Megapixel Micro-Display Is the Future of Electronic Viewfinders

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:30:00 -0800

MicroOLED develops a 5.4-megapixel, 2560 by 2048-pixel resolution 0.61-inch display that could be used in cameras as an electronic-viewfinder.

Sony's Glass-Plated TX200V Camera Stays Fashionable Even Underwater

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 20:00:00 -0800

One of three new Cyber-shot cameras announced today, the waterproof TX200V packs a fast autofocus system and an OLED touchscreen behind a glass faceplate.

Using Your Camera's Settings: Program Mode, Shutter Speed, and More

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:39:00 -0800

Here's how to get the most from Program mode and use an online digital SLR simulator to learn how shutter speed, aperture, and other settings affect your photos.

Sony's New Backlit CMOS Camera Phone Sensor Can Shoot HDR Movies

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:55:00 -0800

Sony shrinks back-illuminated CMOS technology into camera phone-sized sensors that can shoot in low-light and take HDR movies.

Eye-Fi in Dispute with SD Association Over Wi-Fi Card Spec

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 15:50:00 -0800

What's drawing Eye-Fi's ire is the fact that the SDA has announced a spec called iSDIO that seems mighty similar to the wireless technology synonymous with the Eye-Fi brand name.

Pentax Optio VS20: 20X Pocket Megazoom With 2X Shutter Buttons

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:41:00 -0800

Pentax's new 20X pocket megazoom camera has a pair of shutter buttons and tripod mounts, designed for easier operation when the camera is held vertically.

Q&A: Eye-Fi CEO Yuval Koren Discusses His SDA Complaints

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:52:00 -0800

Wi-Fi-card maker Eye-Fi has serious concerns about the SD Association's proposed iSDIO spec, which CEO Yuval Koren says infringes on his company's intellectual property and represents a 'disregard' for the SDA's own processes.

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Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:52:00 -0800

Q&A: Lytro Exec Charles Chi Talks Light Field, Battery Life, and Licensing

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 11:05:00 -0800

The executive chairman of Lytro--a small company doing big things in the world of photography--discusses the technology behind a light-field sensor, the possibility of licensing its camera tech to phone manufacturers, and the future of sensors.

Use Your Photo Editor to Add Water Reflections

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 17:25:00 -0800

Here's how to use any image editor to add realistic reflections to your digital photos, no water required.

Sony Announces Next-generation Image Sensors for Smartphones, Digital Cameras

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 05:30:00 -0800

Sony said Monday it has developed new technology for the tiny imaging chips that power cameras in portable devices, which will allow for clearer photographs...

Kodak Files For Chapter 11, Plans to Re-organize Company

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 17:55:00 -0800

The Eastman Kodak Company bankruptcy filing highlights a struggle to keep up with a world where smartphones are more handy than point-and-shoot cameras.

Is the SD Association Trying to Bully Eye-Fi Out of Intellectual Property?

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 16:34:00 -0800

A blog post by Eye-Fi CEO Yuval Koren claims that the storage-card standards body has ignored its own processes in announcing a new Wi-Fi-enabled card spec, and that the proposed standard infringes on Eye-Fi's intellectual property.

This 35-Foot-Long Film Camera Makes Two-Story-Tall Photos

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 11:30:00 -0800

Photographer Dennis Manarchy builds a 35-foot-long film camera to take 6-foot-tall negatives that eventually become two-story-tall prints.

The Times of Kodak's Life

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 05:59:00 -0800

For those feeling wistful about Kodak's bankruptcy, here's a few vintage commercials from the company.

Kodak Says Samsung's Galaxy Tab Infringes Patents

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 05:34:00 -0800

Struggling Eastman Kodak Co. on Wednesday charged Samsung with infringing five of its patents in the Galaxy Tab.

Eastman Kodak Files for Chapter 11 of U.S. Bankruptcy Code

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0800

Struggling Eastman Kodak said Thursday that it and its U.S. subsidiaries have filed for Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code to reorganize its business.

Kodak Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 23:35:00 -0800

After struggling for years to keep up with digital photography, Eastman Kodak files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, confirming two weeks of rumors.

Five High-Tech Items that Will Cost You More in 2012

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 21:00:00 -0800

Watch out: Cameras, hard drives, PCs, and mobile data will all cost more in 2012.

Touch Up Your Portraits Without Makeup

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:55:00 -0800

Follow these simple tips to improve the look of your subject's face with a dab of photo editing.

Best Camera at CES: Canon's PowerShot G1 X

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 20:15:00 -0800

Canon's PowerShot G1 X features a 1.5-inch sensor that's almost as large as those on higher-end (and more expensive) DSLRs. The result is great low-light perfomance and a fantastic picture.

CES 2012 Camera and Camcorder Trends: Connected, Compact, and Complex

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 12:31:00 -0800

This year's big camera announcements were all about built-in Wi-Fi, zoom lenses in pocketable frames, and powerful-but-pricey cameras.

Fujifilm FinePix P550EXR Pocket Megazoom, $203

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 17:45:00 -0800

Amazon.com is selling the 16-megapixel Fujifilm FinePix P550EXR for only $203.

The HTC Titan 2: A Closer Look at a Windows Phone With an Amazing Camera

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:10:00 -0800

The Titan 2’s 16-megapixel camera has a slew of advanced features and shooting modes.

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Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:10:00 -0800

Polaroid to Launch Android-powered Smart Camera With Phone

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 19:10:27 -0800

Polaroid finds the whole concept of a "camera-phone" a bit insulting. So it is launching a phone-camera, an Android-driven Smart Camera that is mainly for taking...

TelyHD Review: Conferencing Device Brings Skype to Your Living Room

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 11:30:00 -0800

Tely’s new videoconferencing system packs a high-def camera and Skype support into a cylinder that perches on top of your TV, enabling family-friendly, PC-free video conferencing on a big screen.

Sony Unveils New Floating-Lens Stabilization and Projector-Camcorders

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 17:00:00 -0800

Among Sony's 13 new Handycam camcorders, three feature an innovative optical stabilization system, five offer built-in projectors, and nine offer in-camera GPS.

Sony Bloggie Live Lets You Live-Stream Video Over Wi-Fi

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 17:00:00 -0800

A new pocket camcorder from Sony takes Wi-Fi sharing into the realm of live broadcasting, as it streams video from the device to the Web in real-time.

Meet the Nokia Lumia 900: An LTE Windows Phone for AT&T

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 15:52:00 -0800

With a 4.3-inch ClearBlack display, an 8-megapixel Carl Zeiss camera and 4G speeds, the Nokia Lumia 900 might be the hottest Windows Phone this year.

New Panasonic Lumix Cameras: Big Zoom in a Tiny Room

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 15:45:00 -0800

Pocket megazooms continue to shrink and wide apertures are now the norm, as evidenced by Panasonic's new additions to its Lumix line of point-and-shoots.

Samsung Bets Big on Wi-Fi Cameras in Las Vegas

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 14:00:00 -0800

Samsung has unveiled three new cameras and a camcorder with built-in wireless options for uploading media to the Web and sharing content with mobile devices.

Fujifilm Announces X-Pro 1 Interchangeable-Lens Camera

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 13:54:00 -0800

Following a 19-camera announcement a few days ago, Fujifilm put the cherry on top of its CES sundae with a new interchangeable-lens X-series camera, the X-Pro 1.

Establish a Digital Photo Editing Process That Works

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 12:12:00 -0800

The order in which you perform photo editing tasks matters: Here's how to do it right.

New Canon Camcorders Target the Social Network Crowd

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 09:21:00 -0800

Canon's new line of consumer camcorders seeks to enable easy shooting and online posting of better video faster for the YouTube and Facebook crowds.

One Last Kodak Moment? Kodak Intros Wi-Fi and Hybrid Cameras

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 07:19:00 -0800

Faced with an uncertain future, Kodak announces a Wi-Fi-enabled point-and-shoot camera and a pocketable still/video device at CES 2012.