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Professional Insights and Opinions about the world of photography and technology

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TechTock is our editorial online journal. Here, our experts share personal experiences, opinions, and commentary on the current state of photography, technology, gear and gadgets. TechTock will be updated several times per week.

 

 

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You are a photographer, that's why! TechTock is an up-close, daily peek into the world of photography, gadgets and what's great about technology. Whether you're a seasoned pro, a hardcore enthuisast or an ambitious beginner, It’s a great place to find the latest insider advice, techniques, equipment information, along with inspiring images from fellow photographers: whether they be just-discovered shooters or "name-brand" pros.

 

 

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June 2009 Blog

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Weekend Wrap: Small rugged, capable digital cameras leave you with no excuses
You can take it with you!

Blog TechTock - by Mason Resnick, June 26, 2009

The new generation of all-terrain cameras means you can shoot anywhere, anytime, and bring back great pictures. What are you waiting for?...  > Read more

Tags: weather-resistant,  compact digital camera,  waterproof 

What Will Impact Your Next DSLR Decision: A TechTock Poll
There's a lot to think about before buying a new SLR. Which of these features and factors will have a major impact on your decision?

Blog TechTock - by Jack Howard, June 23, 2009

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Does HD video matter to you? Or is weather-toughness critical? Is it best image quality at an affordable price, or is money no object? What matters most for your next DSLR? We want to know!...  > Read more

Tags: DSLR,  D-SLR,  decisions,  reader feedback 

Goodbye KODACHROME, A Nikomat cake, and skinning iGoogle with Jim Brandenburg themes.
A completely random list of short things happening in photography right now.

Blog TechTock - by Jack Howard, June 22, 2009

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Kodak bids farewell to KODACHROME, pro photographer and travel blogger Steven Frisherling gets an edible Nikomat for his birthday and iGoogle can be skinned with themes from legendary photographer Jim Brandenburg. ...  > Read more

Tags: Kodak,  kodachrome,  Jack Howard,  Jim Brandenburg,  national geographic,  Steven Frischling 

Camera Phone Revolution
Weekend Wrap: The week cell phones made a difference

Blog TechTock - by Mason Resnick, June 19, 2009

Despite objections about quality, perhaps this week proved there is something to be said for camera phones—on a personal and global level....  > Read more

Tags: camera,  upload,  cameras,  twitter,  iran,  cell phone,  facebook,  digital photo 

Olympus E-P1: Hands On Report
The long-awaited, much rumored Olympus E-P1 arrives and "it" makes a statement.

Blog TechTock - by Jack Howard, June 17, 2009

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After much rumor-mongering, brilliant viral campaigns, the Olympus E-P1 has arrived. Building on the 50 year legacy of the original 35mm half-frame PEN camera, the E-P1 is a bold, yet measured, step for Olympus....  > Read more

Tags: Olympus,  micro four thirds,  Jack Howard,  Olympus E-P1,  Four Thirds 

Sigma DP2: In a class by itself for pocketable HDR photography
The feature set and image quality of the newest Foveon-chipped compact from Sigma makes it perfect for pro-quality pocketable HDRI.

Blog TechTock - by Jack Howard, June 15, 2009

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There's not a pocket camera in market that comes close to the feature set and image quality of the Sigma DP2 for serious High Dynamic Range Imaging, except for its Sigma sibling the DP1. And if you think this black bricklet is a bit big for a pocket camera, buy baggier pants!...  > Read more

Tags: sigma,  pro,  image quality,  photo-quality,  HDR,  high dynamic range,  Jack Howard,  DP2,  Foveon,  HDRI 

Amazing Timelapse videos from Japan's Mockmoon
A picture may be worth a thousand words, but these timelapse videos leave me speechless.

Blog TechTock - by Jack Howard, June 12, 2009

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Mockmoon's timelapse videos, shot with still cameras including the Canon EOS 5D Mark II and the Nikon D3 are simply spectacular. I could prattle on for a while about harmonious compositions, the yin-yang relationship of the kinetic soundscapes of his city compositions versus the stark and haunting piano pieces for the natural world pieces, but really, these videos just speak for themselves....  > Read more

Tags: nikon,  canon,  video,  tilt-shift,  tilt,  time,  Jack Howard,  TechTock,  nature,  Canon EOS 5D Mark II,  time lapse,  Nikon D3 

Cameras are getting smaller, and image quality is getting better
A quick review of the current crop of small wonders

Blog TechTock - by Mason Resnick, June 12, 2009

Will 2009 be remembered as the Year of the Short Flangeback camera? I certainly hope so!...  > Read more

Tags: micro four thirds,  Olympus E-P1,  Pentax K-x,  Olympus E-P2,  Olympus E-PL1 

Eye-Fi goes Pro
Eye-Fi's just announced 4GB Pro SDHC card is the coolest yet.

Blog TechTock - by Jack Howard, June 10, 2009

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RAW support, straight-to-computer connectivity, and Selective Transfer are key upgrades of the new 4GB Eye-Fi Pro SDHC card. Geotagging through Skyhook Wireless? Of course! Video transfer? Got it, too!...  > Read more

Tags: wireless,  eye-fi,  wi-fi,  geotagging 

Pre-flash triggers my studio strobes!
What to do? Ask TechTock!

Blog TechTock - by Jack Howard, June 8, 2009

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TechTock reader Anthony Dayton asked us for tips on overcoming the problem of his DSLR's built-in flash's evaluative pre-flash for triggering studio strobes while staying wireless. We've got some quick and easy solutions....  > Read more

Tags: infrared,  flash,  strobe,  studio,  flash heads,  studio lighting,  Flashpoint,  Jack Howard,  radio slaves 

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