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In Focus: November 2007
TOP-NOTCH D-SLR
Dust problems are reduced when shooting with the new Panasonic LUMIX DMC-L10 because the camera features an integrated dust-prevention system that uses supersonic vibrations to shake unwanted particles off the sensor. The 10.1-megapixel DMC-L10 offers an advanced 2.5-inch LCD, which rotates 270 degrees, making it easier to shoot from high or low angles. Other key features include a film mode for mimicking the effects of various film types and the Venus Engine III processor, which helps reproduce images with high resolution, precise color and detailed gradation. Estimated Street Price: $1,300. Contact: Panasonic, (800) 211-PANA, www.panasonic.com.
The high-performance Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 delivers a 12.2-megapixel CMOS sensor, Super SteadyShot Inside image stabilization and is compatible with most Minolta Maxxum mount lenses in addition to Sony lenses. The camera uses a dual noise-reduction system on the sensor itself before and after A/D (analog-to-digital) signal conversion to produce clean, high-resolution images with rich detail and tonal reproduction. The A700 is fast, thanks to the Boinz processor, uses a sensor-shift optical image-stabilization system and features an HDMI output for connection to HDTVs. Estimated Street Price: $1,400. Contact: Sony, www.sonystyle.com.
Stay warm in the Ten Trail Fleece jacket from Columbia. The shell can be zipped into other Columbia outer shells for maximum protection or worn separately, depending on weather conditions. The garment is lightly insulated, providing more warmth than a standard fleece jacket, but also includes underarm zip vents if you get too warm. It’s 100-percent polyester and features reinforced nylon shoulder panels. Estimated Street Price: $50. Contact: Columbia Sportswear,
(800) 547-8066, www.columbia.com.
FOCUS UP
Get close to the birds using the lightweight Minox HG 8×33 binoculars. Key features include a 395-foot field of view at 1,000 yards, a close-focusing distance of two yards and a high light-transmission rate of 92 percent. The binoculars have an ergonomically shaped, magnesium body with rubber-coated armor for a comfortable grip. They’re also waterproof to 16 feet. Estimated Street Price: $839. Contact: Minox USA, (866) 469-3080, www.minox.com.
Lace up the Mythos GTX trekking boots from Asolo on your next journey through mountainous terrain. With the new Active Heel Support system integrated in the midsole, the hikers provide a firm grip on the ground while cradling and supporting every inch of your foot. The boots are waterproof and breathable, thanks to the Gore-Tex lining. The dual-density outsole incorporates Asolo’s brake technology for enhancing the grip and providing maximum downhill traction. Estimated Street Price: $175. Contact: Asolo, (877) 888-8533, www.asolo.com.
No subject is too close or too far away when shooting with the outstanding zoom range offered by the Olympus SP-560 UZ. The ultra-compact camera offers a range of 27-486mm (35mm equivalent) for true wide-angle to super-telephoto capability and macro photography from as close as four inches. The 8-megapixel camera features a 2.5-inch LCD, dual image stabilization, shadow adjustment technology and high-speed, sequential shooting (up to 15 fps). Estimated Street Price: $449. Contact: Olympus, (888) 553-4448, www.olympusamerica.com.
Adobe Photoshop CS3 for Photographers: A Professional Image Editor’s Guide to the Creative Use of Photoshop for the Macintosh and PC by Martin Evening (Focal Press, 2007; ISBN: 978-0-240-52028-5). Full coverage is provided on what’s new with before-and-after pictures, practical techniques and step-by-step tutorials. A DVD with sample images is included.
Earth Under Fire: How Global Warming Is Changing The World by Gary Braasch (University of California Press, 2007; ISBN: 978-0-520-24438-2). Braasch trekked across four continents to create this book showing more than 100 striking full-color photographs of communities, landscapes and wildlife at environmental risk. Before-and-after comparisons show receding glaciers, eroding coastlines and rising sea levels.
Rick Sammon’s Canon EOS Digital Rebel Personal Training Photo Workshop DVD
by Rick Sammon. In this 90-minute video, the popular speaker and Canon Explorer of Light covers a range of topics from camera basics to exposure, lenses, sport shooting, photographing in low light and more. Sammon goes on location to various places to give you a better understanding of how to take great pictures.