CANON 500D

Canon has just launched its first entry level DSLR: the Rebel T1i. The T1i has 15.1 megapixel and utilizes the DIGIC 4 chip which provides the same sort of image setting adjustment as the high end 5D Mark II.

The T1i is a HD video recorder too, capable of recording resolutions of 720p at 30 fps or 1080p at 20fps, far surpassing Nikon's D90. It is also able to record up to 4GB or 12 mins of 1080p video in MPEG-4 format.

Normal light sensitivity range are from ISO 100 to ISO 3,200 but with the special dark scene mode, it could go from ISO 6,400 to ISO 12,800, matching its much expensive siblings. A "creative full auto" mode allows amateurs to adjust aperture, exposure or shutter speed with ease. All shown via the huge 3" LCD display which also supports live view and face detection.

Expect the T1i to hit stores in May with the bod-only priced at USD800 (~RM2900). The kit which includes a 18-55mm f3.5-5.6 image stabilizing lens will also be available for USD900 (~RM3300).

To accompany the T1i, Canon has also launched the Speedlite 270EX as a replacement for the 220EX. When coupled with the T1i, it merges with the camera's interface so it could be controlled directly from the camera itself. The price for the 270EX has not been announced yet though.

NIKON SB-900 over heat problem - thermal cut out warning

Just get frustrated with my NIKON SB-900 over heat problem. After about 50 shoot it's will auto shutdown and have to wait about 1-2 minute before it's can function as normal again.

I have email to NIKON Malaysia about this problem and they reply me

---------------------------> NIKON Email start <------------------- For your information, this is a thermal cut out warning. Usage of high mAh (for example 2500mAh and above) Ni-MH batteries may contribute to the quick rise of temperature. Therefore, try to use rechargeable Ni-MH batteries with 2000mAh (for example, Sanyo Eneloop, http://www.eneloop.info/products/batteries.html). The use of such batteries may slow down the temperature rise, which means you get to shoot more frames. We do not recommend you to turn off the termal Cut-out warning (under the Speedlight menu) as this may damage your speedlight if it goes overheated.
---------------------------> NIKON Email End<------------------- So from my opinion there is no way to totaly avoid this problem they only recommend to use rechargeable Ni-MH batteries with 2000mAh to slow down the temperature rise. I did ask if NIKON Malaysia take any step to repair the failured mechanisam on SB-900 or event exchange those having a shutdown problem in the future? and they reply

---------------------------> NIKON Email start <------------------- For your information, we had reported this to our regional office and is awaiting for more update on this issue. For the time being, you are recommended to let the speedlight to cool down in case the termal cut off beeps. ---------------------------> NIKON Email End <-------------------

Hope hear a good new soon from NIKON.

Nikon D90 - Price release

Think of Nikon D90. Today 16-Sept-2008 nikon announce the Local price of D90 as Below after 1st release in Malaysia on 27-08-2008.















Price: RSP RM 4,588.00 (with AF-S DX Nikkor 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR);
RSP RM 3,588 (body only)


Key Features

-Newly designed Nikon DX-format CMOS image sensor with wide ISO sensitivity range with low noise
-EXPEED for smooth tones, rich colors and fine details
-Innovative D-SLR movie function: D-Movie
-Scene Recognition System integrated with Face Detection System
-Easy-to-use Live View mode
-Picture Control System: Customize the visual style of your images
-Active D-Lighting for smooth tone reproduction in high-contrast lighting
-Versatile practical 11-point AF system
-Bright pentaprism viewfinder featuring frame coverage of approx. 96%
-Advanced Scene Modes for superior image quality
-Extensive palette of in-camera Retouch Menus
-Engineered for precision and durability

CANON - EOS Experience Seminar 2008 @ Kuching

This coming 20/7/2008 @ Merdeka Palace from 8:00 am to 5:30 pm

For more detail refer at link below. I have registered my self. :)

http://www.canon.com.my/canon_new/hot/eos_seminar_kuching.php

Been to this EOS seminar and below is some picture taken .. haha

Canon 450D Release - Surprisingly ..

Overtake it's range from 10MP to 12MP. More challenging for it's competitor.

The EOS 450D features:

• 12.2 Megapixel CMOS sensor
• Canon’s EOS Integrated Cleaning System
• 3.5 frames per second
• 3.0” LCD with Live View shooting
• 9-point wide-area AF system with f/2.8 cross-type centre point
• Picture Style image processing parameters
  
• DIGIC III image processor
• Digital Photo Professional RAW processing software1
• Compact and Lightweight body
• Fully compatible with all Canon EF and EF-S lenses and EX-series Speedlites

More detail browse to address below :-

http://www.dpreview.com/news/0801/08012403canoneos450d.asp

Waiting for NIKON D90

Hi,
Found this "leaked information" about Nikon D90 seems someone is trying to make a joke of all the guys that always look for new features and are more interested in cameras than in pictures.

Very funny to read

http://yourphotoarchive.com/laugh.htm