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Nikon Coolpix P6000: Dripping with features

Nikon announced the newest addition to its P series of compact camera, the P6000, featuring a 13.5-megapixel image sensor, integrated GPS and an Ethernet connection.

Olympus announces E-3 v1.2 firmware update

Olympus has announced a firmware update to its 10.1-megapixel flagship digital SLR, the E-3

Adobe toys with standardising DNG raw photo format

Adobe's Digital Negative format hasn't caught on widely. Standardising might help, and Adobe has given DNG to a major standards group to evaluate.

Adobe releases debugged Lightroom 1.4.1

After a debugging session to fix problems with the flawed 1.4.0, Adobe Systems on Thursday released Photoshop Lightroom 1.4.1.

Canon loses SLR share, as Nikon surges

For 2007, Canon kept its top-dog status in compact and SLR camera shipments. But Nikon gained major ground in the strategic SLR market, IDC said.

CompactFlash revamp aimed at cameras

A higher-performance revamp of CompactFlash could start arriving in cameras in 2009. But it's not compatible with today's standard, so prepare to toss your old cards.

Cameras with built-in geotagging on horizon

Geotagging today is a pain, but it won't be too long before ordinary cameras can automatically give your photos location stamps alongside time stamps.

Apple camera support catches partway up to Adobe

Apple's Leopard OS 10.5.2 update supports new Canon, Nikon, and Sony SLRs — months later than Adobe's software. Also included: a Lightroom-related bug fix.

Canon's smart move to SD memory cards

With the new EOS 450D, Canon wisely moved from Compact Flash to SD memory cards. Maybe it'll help put the xD and Memory Stick formats out of their misery.

Pentax 14.6-megapixel dSLR leapfrogs competitors

The Pentax K20D uses a new sensor that emerges from the its joint development efforts with Samsung.

New CMOS sensors catching on in cameras

Mainstream CMOS chip making technology is becoming more competitive for digital-camera image sensors. It's swept the high-end SLR market.

PMA 2008: Pre-show predictions

What will the world's largest international photo imaging event showcase? We dare some predictions.

New Olympus cameras beat PMA rush

Olympus has introduced five new cameras to refresh its consumer lineup just days before the international Photo Marketing Association show in Las Vegas.

Microsoft adapts Outlook for photographers

A free plug-in lets photographers create sorted lists of necessary gear for photo shoots. Plus, Microsoft makes it easier to find raw image codecs.

2007: Digital SLR market booms

In digital photography, 2007 was a strong year for higher-end digital SLRs.

Best SLR rivals to Canon, Nikon?

Who's got the best products today for someone buying a first SLR or for somebody willing to change brands? Vote in our poll and see what others think.

Does Nikon or Canon have better SLRs?

Who has the better SLR line today, Canon or Nikon? Vote in our poll and tell us why.

A new hint at a Canon 5D sequel

"Canon 5D Mark II" is an option on a bug-report form for Capture One, Phase One's raw-image conversion software.

A treat, fix, and update for Adobe Lightroom users

Adobe on Thursday issued three upgrades for users of its Photoshop Lightroom software.

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