Olympus E-M10 Mark II Instruction or User’s Manual Available for Download [PDF]

Posted by Admin Date September 3, 2015

User Manual Download

● Olympus E-M10 Mark II Instruction Manual (PDF) Download Link : English

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Recreate the Magic of Classic Instant Photography with the Polaroid Snap

Posted by Admin Date September 3, 2015

Release Date : 2 September 2015
Availability : Late 2015
Color : Black | White | Red | Blue
Price : $ 99.00

Key features

10MP digital instant camera
Micro SD card slot
Integrated printer with Zero Ink Printing Technology
Automatically prints 2×3” photos

The Polaroid Snap delivers the instant simplicity and spontaneity that is synonymous with the brand, with a pocket-sized form factor and affordable price point. In addition to its compact footprint and classic Polaroid instant camera experience, the Polaroid Snap combines digital imaging with the Zero Ink® Printing technology platform to enable users to easily print and share physical photos at the push of a button, while saving their image for easy uploading to a computer and any social media platform.

Simple, Instantly Striking Design

The Polaroid Snap camera’s minimalist design features an updated look that incorporates design elements of legacy Polaroid instant cameras, such as the iconic Polaroid Color Spectrum. This is thanks to the efforts and insights of the renowned design firm Ammunition, the studio that was also behind the Polaroid Zip instant photoprinter and Polaroid Cube and Polaroid Cube+ lifestyle action cameras. With the Polaroid Snap, Ammunition created a sense of continuity between classic Polaroid cameras and current Polaroid products such as the Polaroid Zip and Polaroid Cube. Led by industrial designer Robert Brunner, Ammunition is the design studio behind award-winning consumer products for brands including Adobe, Beats by Dre, Square, Lyft, Obi Worldphone and Williams-Sonoma.

Unique Features Allow Consumer to Share the Fun

The Polaroid Snap is a 10MP digital instant camera with an integrated printer using ZINK® Zero Ink Printing Technology, enabling users to instantly print full color, 2×3” prints automatically when an image is captured. Thanks to its quick print abilities, consumers can shoot new images even while the Polaroid Snap is printing. Additionally, the camera features a Micro SD card slot that holds up to 32GB to save and easily transfer and upload images to a computer, cloud service or social media platform. With a clean and minimalist design, the Polaroid Snap offers a truly unique feature set including different capture modes—color, black and white and vintage Polaroid photo inspired. The camera also features a photo booth mode, which takes six quick pictures in ten seconds, and the option of printing with or without the Polaroid Classic Border Logo format. These features enable users to easily add their own enhancements to the print before they even take their photo. Users can also take the perfect instant selfie thanks to the camera’s self-timer feature.

ZINK Zero Ink® Printing

The Polaroid Snap instant digital camera uses the revolutionary ink-free Zero Ink® Printing technology developed by ZINK. The key to the ink-free system is the patented ZINK Paper®, an advanced composite material embedded with cyan, yellow and magenta dye crystals and with a protective polymer overcoat. Before printing, the dye crystals are colorless making ZINK Paper® look like regular white photo paper. The ZINK-enabled Printer uses heat to activate and colorize these crystals. The result is full-color, high quality, long-lasting and smudge-proof images without ink cartridges, ribbons or toner.

The 2X3 inch photo prints in just under a minute so consumers can instantly share the photo with their friends and family. Additionally, because ZINK Paper® is adhesive backed the photo can be used as a sticker as well.

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Capture Your World in 360 degree with New RICOH Theta S

Posted by Admin Date September 3, 2015

Release Date : 3 September 2015
Availability : Late October 2015
Price : $ 349.00
Available at : Adorama | B&H | Amazon

Key features

Capture 360° Spherical Photos & Videos
Two fish-eye Lenses, Two 12MP 1/2.3″ sensors
14MP 360-degree still image
ISO 100-1600
1080p Video Recording at 30 fps
Live Streaming via USB or HDMI
Built-In Wi-Fi for Live View and Control
Built in Memory – 8GB

RICOH THETA S is the newest model in the RICOH THETA series of spherical cameras that capture 360-degree scenes surrounding the user. The camera features extra-high resolution, fully spherical photos and videos in one simple shot, a live preview function and even greater compatibility with social media platforms.

The RICOH THETA S, which retains the lightweight portability of the current model—the RICOH THETA m15—captures high-resolution spherical images of up to nearly 14 megapixels. It can also record spherical video in full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels at 30fps) with a maximum recording time of 25 minutes. The better quality images are enabled by an enlarged image sensor and fast F2.0 lenses to allow more light through Ricoh’s proprietary ultra-small twin-lens folded-optical system.Also, superior image processing technology and bulb mode for long exposures produce spherical still images with less visual static, even in low-light settings.

Spherical images can be uploaded to theta360.com, shared via Facebook™, Twitter™ and Tumblr, and posted to Google Maps™, Google+™ and YouTube™360°Channel. The application program interface (API) for RICOH THETA S is based on Google-supported Open Spherical Camera API for compatibility with Google’s services.

Coinciding with the launch of the RICOH THETA S, Google Maps today introduced the new Google Street View app that allows you to capture and publish your photo spheres instantly to Google Maps for people all over the world to explore. The app also offers the ability to shoot photo spheres and to connect to spherical cameras. This new capability to connect to spherical cameras makes it easier than ever to create Google Street View experiences.

The new RICOH THETA S app for smartphones and tablets can be used to configure settings and instantly view spherical photos and video via wirelessly connected devices. An improved Wi-Fi® module transfers data four times faster than the current RICOH THETA model.

The RICOH THETA S also boasts a fully updated design and user interface. Usability has been improved with an elegant but practical sure-grip black rubber coating and handy face-mounted LED mode indicator. Internal memory has been increased to 8GB.

The original RICOH THETA was launched in 2013 as the world’s first mass-produced camera to capture fully spherical images. Since then, the series has inspired a unique genre of visual creativity for capturing everyday scenes from an all-new perspective.

iPhone app

Android app

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Sample Image & Video from Previous Models

4/30 notice the reflections in Sendai Airport – Spherical Image – RICOH THETA

The Grove in Los Angeles, US – Spherical Image – RICOH THETA

total solar eclipse Longyearbyen mar 20 2015 in Longyearbyen – Spherical Image – RICOH THETA

DIVE in Tochigi, Japan – Spherical Image – RICOH THETA

More Sample Image & Video Here

Specification

Shooting distance	Approx. 10cm to infinity (from front of lens)
Shooting mode	Still image: Auto, shutter priority, ISO priority and manual^*2Video: AutoLive streaming: Auto
Exposure control	Automatic
Exposure compensation	Still image: Manual compensation (-2.0 to +2.0EV, 1/3EV step) ^*2
ISO sensitivity(standard output sensitivity)	Still image: ISO100 to 1600Video: ISO100 to 1600Live streaming: ISO100 to 1600
White balance	Still image: Auto, indoors, outdoors, shade, cloudy, incandescent lamp 1, incandescent lamp 2, daylight color fluorescent lamp, natural white fluorescent lamp, white fluorescent lamp, light bulb color fluorescent lamp^*2Video: AutoLive streaming: Auto
Shutter speed	Still image: 1/6400 to 1/8 secondStill image (manual): 1/6400 to 60 secondsVideo (L): 1/8000 to 1/30 secondVideo (M): 1/8000 to 1/15 secondLive streaming (USB): 1/8000 to 1/15 secondLive streaming (HDMI^®): 1/8000 to 1/30 second
Memory	Internal, approx. 8GB
Storage capacity^*3	Still image: Approx. 1,600 images (L), approx. 9,000 images (M)Video (time per recording): Maximum 25 minutes or upper limit 4GB of the file size^*4Video (total recording time): Approx. 65 minutes (L), approx. 175 minutes (M)
Power	Lithium-ion battery (built in)^*5
Battery life	Approx. 260 photos^*6
Image file format	Still image: JPEG (Exif Ver. 2.3), DCF2.0 compliantVideo: MP4 (video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, audio: AAC)Live streaming (USB): Motion JPEG
External interface	microUSB: USB2.0, HDMI^®-Micro (Type-D)
Dimensions (WxHxD)	44mm x 130mm x 22.9mm (17.9 mm^*7)
Weight	Approx. 125g
Lens construction	7 elements in 6 groups
Aperture	F2.0
Image sensor size	1/2.3 (x2)
Image sensor effective pixels	Approx. 12MP, Output size: Approx. 14MP
File size (still images)	L: 5376x2688M: 2048×1024
File size (videos)	L: 1920×1080/30fps/16MbpsM: 1280×720/15fps/6Mbps
Live streaming (USB)	1280×720/15fps
Live streaming (HDMI^®)	L: 1920×1080/30fpsM: 1280×720/30fpsS: 720×480/30fps*Switch automatically to adjust to connected display
Communications protocol	HTTP (Open Spherical Camera API^*8 compatible)

Tamron SP 45mm F1.8 Di VC USD (Model F013)

Posted by Digital Photography Live Date September 2, 2015

Product Summary

Release Date: September 2, 2015
Focus Type: Autofocus / Manual
Format : Full Frame / APS-C / Crop Sensor
Mounts: Canon | Nikon | Sony
Color: Black
Availability: October 2015
Price: $599
Purchase options: Amazon | Adorama | B&H

Key Features

F1.8 fast-aperture, fixed focal lenses aimed at ultimate performance
Moisture-resistant construction for shooting outdoors
Dynamic close-focusing capability, unprecedented among standard lenses
VC (Vibration Compensation) system, a feature crucial for high-pixel-density cameras
Slight wide-angle delivers a new photographic perspective.
Responsive to your intuitive and inspirational motives.
Provides an equivalent focal length of 70mm on APS-C cameras.

Overview

First High-Speed 45mm Fixed Focal Standard Lens in Full-Frame Format with VC, Offers Unique Perspective with Significantly Shorter Minimum Focusing Distance

1. Even when used wide open at F1.8 aperture, provides outstanding image quality with maximum aberration compensation, thanks to optimal use of sophisticated glass materials and highly advanced optical design
SP 45mm F1.8 Di VC USD (Model F013) is a 10-element, 8-group construction, utilizing two molded glass aspherical elements and one LD (Low Dispersion) element.

Two of the aspherical elements effectively correct the field curvature to ensure planarity of the image plane, while efficiently compensating for spherical and comatic aberrations to achieve superb uniformity across the field with high-fidelity point spread reproducibility. Outstanding resolution is rendered from corner to corner and the sagittal comatic flare (a type of aberration that a point image at corners induces a comet tail-like blur), which tends to become prominently noticeable in night scenes, is thoroughly corrected.

The LD glass element optimally compensates for chromatic aberrations, which tend to become particularly prominent in fast-aperture lenses in general, and delivers crystal clear images without any residual color fringe.

2. World’s first full-frame 45mm focal length with fast F1.8 maximum aperture and integral VC (Vibration Compensation)
The aperture is optimized to F1.8 to create the most practical lens offering superior imaging performance, a shorter minimum focus distance and image stabilization mechanism. Countless simulations during the design phase ensured the high resolution expected of a full-frame, high-speed lens coupled with spectacular background blur.

It is also the world’s first full-frame, fixed focal length standard lens to be equipped with VC. Freedom in handheld shooting has been dramatically improved by reducing camera shake that tends to occur when using shooting in low light such as at dusk and in dark rooms. Also, the full potential of the high performance of the lens is realized by reducing minute vibrations that lower image quality conspicuous in high resolution cameras.

3. MOD (Minimum Object Distance) of 0.29m (11.4”), the best-in-class close focusing capability
MOD measures 0.29m (11.4”), yielding a magnification ratio of 1:3.4, the best-in-the-class close focusing capability among fast-aperture fixed focal lenses in full-frame format. The freedom of shooting at a closer distance to the subject expands photographic possibilities. Tamron’s proprietary Floating System, which places a group of elements at the optimal location as the focusing group travels relative to shooting distances, ensures the best imaging performance at any range. From the closest to a normal shooting distance range, excellent image quality is obtained.

4. Optimal relative illumination means no dark corners
Some fast-aperture lenses “vignette” or have darkened corners due to uneven light distribution.
However, even at the full open aperture, the overall illumination level across the entire field is well balanced and optimized. Because there is a sufficient amount of corner illumination, photographers can enjoy making full use of the wide open aperture.

5. eBAND Coating deployed to thoroughly suppress ghosting and flare
eBAND (Extended Bandwidth & Angular-Dependency) and BBAR (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection) coatings, both providing outstanding anti-reflection effect, are applied to critical element surfaces for maximum light transmission. Internal reflections from element surfaces which cause ghosting and flare are reduced to an absolute minimum. Flawless, crystal clear images can be obtained. eBAND Coating, a hybrid nano-structured layer with extremely low refractive index coupled with multi-layered anti-reflection coating technology, efficiently minimizes reflection of extremely angulated incident light—something that cannot be achieved by conventional anti-reflection coatings alone.

6. High-speed AF with USD (Ultrasonic Silent Drive)
Fast, quiet AF is achieved by employing a USD ring-type ultrasonic motor which enables remarkably precise focusing drive with high torque and responsiveness. Because the rotational torque of the USD is generated by waves of ultrasonic vibrations, inherent operating noise is extremely low and practically imperceptible. In addition, Full-time Manual Focus override is available at any point during the autofocus operation for deliberately shifting focus without switching the AF-MF mode back and forth.

7. Fluorine coating on the front element repels water and fingerprints
Fluorine coating technology, developed for use in industrial optics applications, has been adapted to photographic lenses. The water and oil repellant coating applied to the front element surface allows instant removal of dirt or smudges with ease. The coating also provides a reasonable level of durability, and will sustain its effectiveness for years.

8. Moisture-resistant construction for shooting outdoors under adverse weather conditions
Seals are located at the lens mount area and other critical locations to prevent infiltration of moisture and/or rain drops and provide moisture-resistant construction. This feature provides an additional layer of protection when shooting outdoors under adverse weather conditions.

9. Circular aperture for enhanced bokeh
The 9-blade diaphragm retains a nearly circular opening even when stopped down by two stops. Marvelously tuned blur in the subject background can be obtained without generating undesirable shapes of aperture patterns.

10. Compatibility with Adobe and Silkypix software
Supplied with SILKYPIX Developer Studio 4.0, advanced editing software that features correction menus for various aberrations (lateral color, distortion, relative illumination) based on the optical design data of this specific lens. Shooting RAW image files enables creation of more stringent and high-fidelity image quality

External Design

(1) Product design with maximum emphasis on the human interface in order to achieve the ultimate in functional beauty
While the lens is constructed with the absolutely most modern technologies inside, the exterior is articulated to offer the best possible comfort and confidence under a product design philosophy of “Human Touch.” Organically composed lines and patterns on the barrel produce subtle changes in its appearance by reflecting ambient light on the surface. Metal-based barrel materials provide a pleasant feeling of comfort, high quality and durability, fitting firmly in the hands of the photographer. Design of the front face of the lens is also taken into consideration so that it is not intimidating.

(2) Brand ring and SP emblem
A brand ring that’s tinted “Luminous Gold” adorns the lens just above the lens mount. On one side of the lens barrel there is an SP emblem in the same luxurious color.

(3) Design of distance and aperture scales
The window over the distance scale has been enlarged by 20% to maximize visibility and legibility. Font style of the characters and numbers has been newly developed to enhance the legibility as a critical element of the overall product design.

(4) Switches with optimized geometric shape and tactile feedback
The geometric shape and sliding torque of the AFMF change-over and VC On/Off switches have been configured and engineered to deliver the utmost comfort with secured operational feedback.

(5) Lens hood and caps
To complete the lens product design, accessories such as the lens hood and caps for front and rear have been totally redesigned as well. Attaching and removing the lens hood has been fine-tuned by optimizing the connection interface to render both secure seating and durability.

Sample Images

Specifications

Model	F013
Focal Length	45mm
Aperture	F1.8 – F16
Angle of View (diagonal)	51°21′ (for full-frame format) 34°28′ (for APS-C format)
Optical Construction	10 elements in 8 groups
Minimum Object Distance	0.29m (11.4 in)
Maximum Magnification Ratio	1:3.4
Filter Size	67mm
Maximum Diameter	80.4mm
Length	Canon 91.7mm (3.6 in) Nikon 89.2mm (3.5 in)
Weight	Canon 540g (19 oz) Nikon 520g (18.3 oz)
Aperture Blades	9 (circular diaphragm)
Standard Accessories	Flower-shaped lens hood, Lens caps
Compatible Mounts	Canon, Nikon, Sony

Purchase options

Avaoilable at Amazon | Adorama | B&H

Tamron SP 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD (Model F012)

Posted by Digital Photography Live Date September 2, 2015

Product Summary

Release Date: September 2, 2015
Focus Type: Autofocus / Manual
Format : Full Frame / APS-C / Crop Sensor
Mounts: Canon | Nikon | Sony
Color: Black
Availability: October 2015
Price: $599
Purchase options: Amazon | Adorama | B&H

Key features

F1.8 fast-aperture, fixed focal lenses aimed at ultimate performance
Moisture-resistant construction for shooting outdoors
Dynamic close-focusing capability, unprecedented among standard lenses
VC (Vibration Compensation) system, a feature crucial for high-pixel-density cameras
Natural perspective and field-of-view for instinctive image capture.
Provides the ideal balance of performance and functionality to deliver unexpected opportunities for creative imaging.
A fast, primary standard lens for those who prefer wide-angle shooting.
Provides an equivalent focal length of 54mm on APS-C cameras.

Overview

This 35mm is a Standard Wide-Angle Lens with VC and World’s First 0.2m (7.9”) Minimum Object Distance for Full-Frame DSLR Cameras

1. Even when used wide open at F1.8 aperture, provides outstanding image quality with maximum aberration compensation, thanks to optimal use of sophisticated glass materials and highly advanced optical design
SP 35mm F1.8 Di VC USD (Model F012) is a 10-element, 9-group construction, utilizing two molded glass aspherical elements, one LD (Low Dispersion) and one XLD (eXtra Low Dispersion) element.

The LD and the higher grade XLD glass elements optimally compensate for chromatic aberrations, which tend to become particularly prominent in fast-aperture lenses in general, and deliver crystal clear images without any residual color fringe.

2. 35mm focal length with fast F1.8 maximum aperture and integral VC (Vibration Compensation) for full-frame DSLR cameras
The desirable maximum aperture of F1.8 was chosen as part of the very challenging design goals which included achieving superb optical performance, minimizing the closest shooting distance and integrating VC functionality while packaging those key attributes in a reasonably-sized barrel construction for better practical handling. Repeated performance simulations were conducted throughout the entire design phase to assure achieving the essential, fundamental property of a fast-aperture lens in full-frame format, namely the harmony between excellent resolving power and beautifully-tuned background blur (bokeh).

The VC feature has become virtually indispensable in the era of high-pixel-density cameras. Freedom in handheld shooting at dusk or in a dimly lit room is dramatically expanded by cancelling the camera shake that often occurs under such low light conditions due to slower shutter speeds. Minute vibrations that plague cameras with high pixel count can be well muted to make the most of the performance of the camera and lens outfit.

3. MOD (Minimum Object Distance) of 0.2m (7.9”), the best-in-class close-focusing capability
MOD measures just 0.2m (7.9”), yielding a magnification ratio of 1:2.5, the shortest close focusing capability among fast-aperture fixed focal lenses in full-frame format. Since the lens allows for shooting at distances extremely close to the subject (similar to a macro), close-up pictures with spectacular background blur effect (bokeh) can be obtained with the aperture wide open, thereby expanding the scope of photo opportunities. Tamron’s proprietary Floating System, which places a group of elements at the optimal location as the focusing group travels relative to shooting distances, ensures the best imaging performance at any range. From the closest to a normal shooting distance range, image quality is excellent.

4. Optimal relative illumination means no dark corners
Some fast-aperture lenses “vignette” or have darkened corners due to uneven light distribution. However, even at the full open aperture, the overall illumination level across the entire field is well balanced and optimized. Because there is a sufficient amount of corner illumination, photographers can enjoy making full use of the wide open aperture.

External Design

Sample images

Specifications

Model	F012
Focal Length	35mm
Maximum Aperture	F1.8
Angle of View (diagonal)	63°26′ (for full-frame format): 43°29′ (for APS-C format)
Optical Construction	10 elements in 9 groups
Minimum Object Distance	0.2m (7.9 in)
Maximum Magnification Ratio	1:2.5
Filter Size	67mm
Maximum Diameter	80.4mm
Length	Canon 80.8mm (3.2 in) Nikon 78.3mm (3.1 in)
Weight	Canon 480g (16.9 oz) Nikon 450g (15.9 oz)
Aperture Blades	9 (circular diaphragm)
Minimum Aperture	F16
Standard Accessories	Flower-shaped lens hood, Lens caps
Compatible Mounts	Canon, Nikon, Sony

Purchase options

Available at Amazon | Adorama | B&H

Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GH4R – Features Unlimited Recording

Posted by Digital Photography Live Date September 1, 2015

Product Summary

Release date: September 1, 2015
Mount: Micro Four-Third
Color: Black
Price: £1199
Availability: 7th September 2015

Features

PanasonicLUMIX DMC-GH4R, an advanced version of the LUMIX DMC-GH4, as well as a comprehensive software update for existing users.

Following the critically acclaimed launch of the LUMIX DMC-GH4, the LUMIX DMC-GH4R comes in response to growing demand from the film production industry. The photo/video hybrid now offers unlimited1 4K recording (Cinema 4K: 4096×2160 / 24 fps and QFHD 4K: 3840×2160 / up to 30 fps in MOV/MP4*) and V-Log L video capability, in addition to the high performance and functionality synonymous with Panasonic’s range of LUMIX G CSC cameras. The GH4R will be available from 7th September 2015 and will RRP at £1199.

V-Log is also available to existing LUMIX DMC-GH4 users, via a paid software upgrade. By purchasing the DMW-SFU1 Upgrade Software Key and updating the camera’s firmware to version 2.3, users of the original LUMIX DMC-GH4 can also enjoy the benefits of V-Log L functionality for a one off cost of £79.

With the updates to the LUMIX DMC-GH4, Panasonic has created a camera that’s perfectly suited to both professional and amateur videographers alike. Panasonic’s 4K technology allows all users to capture immersive video like never before, while unlimited Log recording allows greater flexibility and accuracy for professional videographers.

In addition to exceptional flexibility, Log shooting also enables wider dynamic range for colour grading in post-production. Taking full advantage of the LUMIX DMC-GH4R’s Four Thirds sensor, V-Log L boasts log characteristics with 12 stops, allowing videographers to capture the darkest scenes and avoid ‘bleaching out’ details in very bright environments.

The LUMIX DMC-GH4R is the ideal camera to support Panasonic Varicams used on TV and movie sets. This is due to the Varicam’s V-Log and the LUMIX DMC-GH4R V-Log L curve both being developed with similar characteristics to the Cineon curve, the industry standard for film digitalisation, resulting in being able to use the same LUT (Look Up Table) for reference.

The clean HDMI output from the GH4R provides a higher quality 4:2:2 10bit output with over 984 million more colour graduation, making it the perfect partner for the Atomos 4K Shogun and Ninja Assassin. In addition, when shooting in V-Log L you can utilise the 3D LUT capability of the Atomos 4K recorders to monitor your content in REC709 – or your choice of old film stock or own signature looks.

Compact, rugged and lightweight, the LUMIX DMC-GH4R retains all of the LUMIX DMC-GH4’s specifications, making it the ideal tool for photographers and videographers who want to capture stunning imagery on the move.

V-Log L Activation Procedure Outline for LUMIX DMC-GH4 owners

Purchase Upgrade Software key DMW-SFU1.
Update the GH4 firmware to Ver.2.3
Export the serial number of GH4 to the SD Memory Card as “SERIAL.LST” file.
Upload the “SERIAL.LST” file together with the purchased Upgrade Software Key to the designated URL to get an activation code as “ACTIVE.LST” file.
Write the “ACTIVE.LST” on the SD Memory Card to import it to GH4.
Confirm that V-Log L is available in Photo Style on GH4.

More details Here

Panasonic V-Log L Function Activation Code and How to install Procedure for Lumix DMC-GH4

Posted by Digital Photography Live Date September 1, 2015

Panasonic V-Log L Function Activation Code for Lumix DMC-GH4

Product Summary

Release date: September 1, 2015
Price: $99.99
Availability: TBA
Purchase options: B&H

Key Features

Adds V-Log L Gamma Profile to GH4
Wide Dynamic Range of up to 12 Stops
Improved Color Matching with Varicam
Similar Characteristics to Cineon
Same LUT and Curve as Standard V-Log

Panasonic V-Log L Function Activation Code maximize the dynamic range of the Lumix DMC-GH4. This code allows easy installation of V-Log L gamma onto the camera, giving you a flat profile that provides a wide dynamic range of up to 12 stops, improving upon the 10 stops previously attainable with the GH4. The addition of this gamma also allows users to better match color with existing Varicam systems that feature standard V-Log, as both profiles utilize the same characteristic curve and LUT. Additionally, the profile has been developed to have similar characteristics of Cineon, which is used for film digitization.Updating your camera is a stepped process similar to updating your firmware; although, you will need this activation code along with your camera’s serial code to generate an upgrade key from Panasonic’s Update Portal.

V-Log L Activation Installation Procedure

Purchase Upgrade Software key DMW-SFU1.
Update the GH4 firmware to Ver.2.3
Export the serial number of GH4 to the SD Memory Card as “SERIAL.LST” file.
Upload the “SERIAL.LST” file together with the purchased Upgrade Software Key to the designated URL to get an activation code as “ACTIVE.LST” file.
Write the “ACTIVE.LST” on the SD Memory Card to import it to GH4.
Confirm that V-Log L is available in Photo Style on GH4.

Panasonic V-Log L Function Activation Code available at B&H

Panasonic Lumix G 25mm f/1.7 ASPH Lens

Posted by Digital Photography Live Date September 1, 2015

Product Summary

Release date: September 1, 2015
Mount: Micro Four-Third
Color: Black | Silver
Price: $297.99
Availability: TBA
Purchase options: Adorama | B&H

Key Features

Micro Four Thirds System Lens
50mm (35mm Equivalent)
Aperture Range: f/1.7 to f/22
One Ultra-High Refractive Index Element
Two Aspherical Elements
Stepping AF Motor
Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm

Features

A fast, normal prime designed for Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras, the Lumix G 25mm f/1.7 ASPH. Lens from Panasonic is a 50mm equivalent lens featuring a bright f/1.7 maximum aperture for enhanced low-light shooting and depth of field control. One UHR (Ultra-High Refractive Index) element pairs with two aspherical elements to reduce chromatic aberrations and distortions for consistent edge-to-edge sharpness and illumination. The optical construction also helps to realize a compact overall form factor, measuring just 2″-long and weighing 4.4 oz. Benefitting both stills and video capture, this lens also incorporates a stepping motor for smooth, quiet autofocus performance that is compatible with Lumix cameras’ high-speed contrast-detection focusing systems

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Specifications

Focal Length	25mm Comparable 35mm Focal Length: 50 mm
Aperture	Maximum: f/1.7 Minimum: f/22
Camera Mount Type	Micro Four Thirds
Format Compatibility	Micro Four Thirds
Angle of View	47°
Minimum Focus Distance	9.84″ (25 cm)
Magnification	0.14x
Elements/Groups	8/7
Diaphragm Blades	7, Rounded
Autofocus	Yes
Filter Thread	Front: 46 mm
Dimensions (DxL)	Approx. 2.39 x 2.05″ (60.8 x 52 mm)
Weight	4.41 oz (125 g)

Purchase options

Panasonic Lumix G 25mm f/1.7 Lens available at Amazon | Adorama | B&H

Panasonic Lumix G Vario 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 II ASPH MEGA O.I.S Lens

Posted by Digital Photography Live Date September 1, 2015

Product Summary

Release date: September 1, 2015
Mount: Micro Four-Third
Color: Black | Silver
Price: $247.99
Availability: TBA
Purchase options: B&H

Key features

Micro Four Thirds System Lens
28-84mm (35mm Equivalent)
Aperture Range: f/3.5 to f/22
Two Aspherical Elements
MEGA Optical Image Stabilization
Supports Lumix Dual I.S. Feature
Compact Design Measures 1.9″ Long
Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm

Features

Featuring a slim, lightweight design, the Panasonic Lumix G Vario 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 II ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. Lens is a standard zoom, offering a 28-84mm equivalent focal length range, for Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras. The lens construction incorporates a pair of aspherical elements, which help to reduce chromatic and spherical aberrations throughout the zoom range for increased clarity and sharpness. This updated model also features MEGA O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilization) to minimize the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting. This system is also compatible with Lumix cameras featuring the Dual I.S. feature that pairs in-body and lens-based stabilization methods for comprehensive shake compensation to support stills shooting and movie recording in low-light and other challenging conditions

Additional Images

Specifications

Focal Length	14 – 42mm Comparable 35mm Focal Length: 28 – 84 mm
Aperture	Maximum: f/3.5 – 5.6 Minimum: f/22
Camera Mount Type	Micro Four Thirds
Format Compatibility	Micro Four Thirds
Angle of View	75° – 29°
Minimum Focus Distance	7.87″ (20 cm)
Magnification	0.17x
Elements/Groups	9/8
Diaphragm Blades	7, Rounded
Image Stabilization	Yes
Autofocus	Yes
Filter Thread	Front: 46 mm
Dimensions (DxL)	Approx. 2.20 x 1.93″ (56 x 49 mm)
Weight	3.88 oz (110 g)

Purchase options

Panasonic 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 II Lens available at Amazon | Adorama | B&H

Panasonic Lumix G Vario 14-140mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens

Posted by Digital Photography Live Date September 1, 2015

Product Summary

Release date: September 1, 2015
Mount: Micro Four-Third
Color: Black | Silver
Price: $697.99
Availability: TBA
Purchase options: B&H

Key Features

Micro Four Thirds System Lens
28-280mm (35mm Equivalent)
Aperture Range: f/3.5 to f/22
Three Aspherical and Two ED Elements
Multi-Coated Lens Elements
Stepping AF Motor, Inner Focus Design
POWER Optical Image Stabilization
Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm

Features

A truly versatile all-in-one zoom, the silver Lumix G Vario 14-140mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens from Panasonic is designed for Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras and provides a 28-280mm equivalent focal length range. POWER O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilization) benefits this expansive wide-to-tele zoom range by compensating for camera shake for sharper handheld shooting. The lens construction incorporates three aspherical elements and a pair of extra-low dispersion elements to minimize chromatic aberrations and distortions for greater image sharpness and clarity. Multi-coatings have also been applied to individual elements to reduce lens flare and ghosting for increased contrast and color fidelity in harsh lighting conditions.
Complementing the imaging capabilities, this lens also features a stepping motor for fast and quiet autofocus performance that benefits both stills and movie shooting. An inner focusing design maintains the overall lens length during operation and also quickens focusing speeds.

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Specifications

Focal Length	14 – 140mm Comparable 35mm Focal Length: 28 – 280 mm
Aperture	Maximum: f/3.5 – 5.6 Minimum: f/22
Camera Mount Type	Micro Four Thirds
Format Compatibility	Micro Four Thirds
Angle of View	75° – 8.8°
Minimum Focus Distance	11.81″ (30 cm)
Magnification	0.25x
Elements/Groups	14/12
Diaphragm Blades	7, Rounded
Image Stabilization	Yes
Autofocus	Yes
Filter Thread	Front: 58 mm
Dimensions (DxL)	Approx. 2.64 x 2.95″ (67 x 75 mm)
Weight	9.35 oz (265 g)

Purchase options

Panasonic 14-140mm f/3.5-5.6 lens available at Amazon | Adorama | B&H

Panasonic Lumix G Vario 45-150mm f/4-5.6 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. Lens (Matte Black)

Posted by Digital Photography Live Date September 1, 2015

Product Summary

Release date: September 1, 2015
Mount: Micro Four-Third
Color: Black | Silver
Price: $297.99
Availability: TBA
Purchase options: B&H

Key Features

Micro Four Thirds System Lens
90-300mm (35mm Equivalent)
Aperture Range: f/4 to f/22
One Ultra-High Refractive Index Element
Two Aspherical Elements
Multi-Coated Lens Elements
Stepping AF Motor
MEGA Optical Image Stabilization
Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm

Features

Covering portrait-length to telephoto perspectives, the matte black Lumix G Vario 45-150mm f/4-5.6 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. Lens from Panasonic is compatible with Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras and provides a 90-300mm equivalent focal length range. One UHR (Ultra-High Refractive Index) element pairs with two aspherical elements to reduce chromatic aberrations and distortions for consistent edge-to-edge sharpness and illumination. Multi-coatings have also been applied to individual elements to reduce lens flare and ghosting for increased contrast and color fidelity in harsh lighting conditions.

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Specifications

Focal Length	45 – 150mm Comparable 35mm Focal Length: 90 – 300 mm
Aperture	Maximum: f/4 – 5.6 Minimum: f/22
Minimum Focus Distance	2.95′ (90 cm)
Diaphragm Blades	7, Rounded
Weight	7.05 oz (200 g)

Purchase options

Panasonic 45-150mm f/4-5.6 MEGA O.I.S. Lens Aamazon | Adorama | B&H

Olympus Global Open Photo Contest 2015!

Posted by Digital Photography Live Date August 29, 2015

Olympus has announced a Olympus Global Open Photo Contest 2015.

Contest Guidelines

Only online entries will be eligible.
Anyone submitting an entry is asked to register a username.

Number of Entries

Each entrant may submit up to 5 photo entries for each theme.
Each image must be in JPEG format and be 15 megabytes or smaller.

Schedule

Entry: 2:00PM Tuesday, August 25, 2015 (JST) to 11:00 AM Friday, November 20, 2015 (JST)
Winners Announced: February 2016

Eligibility

Anyone who registers to enter can participate.
Go to Enter or My Page to register.

How to View/Edit Your Entries

You can view photos you entered from My Page.
You can also cancel/replace entries, and edit photo titles/descriptions throughout the entry period from My Page.