Name: PhotoOnWeb
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File Size: 5.65 MB
Requirements: Windows 98 / 2000 / XP / Vista

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What lens to buy for nature “all around” photography? I owned Nikkor 180mm f/2,8. It is an exceptional lens, but 180mm it’s a little bit short. There are few options, but what to choose? I didn’t want to go on “consumer tele ” path, since on 300mm I want to have f/4. So all those 70-300 were out. Yes, f/2,8 is better option, but we are talking budget here! At the end, there were only 2 lenses left. Nikkor 300mm f/4 and Sigma 100-300mm f/4. Original or third party lens? Prime or zoom? I was comparing photos and specifications for both those lenses on the net. I called some people, checked prices and finally I decided. Sigma 100-300mm f/4. Or Sigma 100-300mm F4 APO EX IF HSM . This is how it’s called officially. It’s very well build (EX), focus and zoom rings run smoothly, front element does not rotate (IF), focusing is fast, silent and you can override AF manually whenever you want (HSM). At last but not least, length of this lens does not change. Nice, ha? Optically it’s very good, it’s sharp at f/4 from 100-270mm. Between 270-300mm sharpness and contrast get a little bit worse, but usable without any hesitation. It come with a removable mount tripod

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Olympus announces three new models in the FE-Series. The FE-300 is the slimmest and provides a 12-megapixel image sensor and Face Detection Technology. The 7.1 Mp FE-290 delivers 4x zoom with a 28mm wide-angle lens for taking panoramic shots and a 3-inch LCD for composing and displaying captured images. The 8 Mp FE-280 with a super-slim body will be available in four colors: red, blue, black and silver.

FE-300: The slimmest compact camera to provide a 12-megapixel image sensor for producing large-format prints with incredible detail and Face Detection Technology for capturing sharp, brilliant portrait pictures;

FE-290: A 4x zoom for getting closer to a subject, a 28mm wide-angle lens for taking beautiful panoramic shots and an impressive 3-inch LCD for composing and displaying captured images; and

FE-280: A super-slim body available in four trendy colors (red, blue, black and silver) with Face Detection Technology, which tracks faces within the frame and automatically focuses and optimizes exposure for sharp, brilliant portrait pictures.

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The Olympus SP-560 UltraZoom digital camera features a 1/2.35″ CCD imager with a resolution of eight megapixels, coupled with an Olympus ED-branded 18x optical zoom lens with an extremely wide-ranging choice of 35mm equivalent focal lengths from 27 - 486mm and F2.8 - 4.5 maximum aperture.

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Nikon UK is pleased to announce the D300 digital single lens reflex (D-SLR), a camera that sets new standards of compact professional performance. The easy-to-use DX-format D300 offers outstanding image quality, multi-functional technologies and fast response. With class-leading 12.3 megapixel resolution, speedy 6 fps frame advance, self-cleaning sensor unit and high definition 3” VGA LCD display, combined with Nikon’s legendary durability, the D300 is a breakthrough solution for photographers searching for an advanced compact SLR.

“Packed with the latest technologies and Nikon’s renowned ergonomics, the D300 sets a new standard for professionals on a budget,” said Robert Cristina, Brand Manager, Nikon Professional Products, Europe. “The D300 is a true ‘go-anywhere’ camera, delivering fast response, high performance and ease of use that will appeal to anyone serious about their photography.”

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