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Envisage revolutionizes image sensors

NewsAdorama News Desk - by Adorama News Writer, March 22, 2010

Company claims new kind of sensor delivers 4x higher performance, 2x higher dynamic range by using nanometer-sized quantum dots. Initially designed for smartphones.  Read more

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OmniVision Launches 14.6-Megapixel Sensor

NewsAdorama News Desk - by Adorama News Writer, January 5, 2010

1/2.33-inch sensor designed for advanced compact digital cameras and still/video hybrids.  Read more

Tags:  video,  sensor,  system compact,  hd video,  CMOS 

VisibleDust launches EZ Sensor cleaning kits

NewsAdorama News Desk - by Adorama News Writer, December 24, 2009

VisibleDust is launching a new affordable line of EZ sensor cleaning™ - Kits. These kits contain 4 patented Vswabs for better maneuverability inside the camera's chamber area, and produce a streak- fr  Read more

Tags:  digital camera,  DSLR,  digital SLR,  sensor,  sensor cleaner 

KODAK CCD Image Sensor Powers New LEICA M9 Digital Camera

NewsAdorama News Desk - by Adorama News Writer, September 10, 2009

Kodak has released the following statement regarding the 18MP KAF-185000 image sensor it designed for the Leica M9:  Read more

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Firmware Update: Sigma DP-2

NewsAdorama News Desk - by Adorama News Writer, June 23, 2009

Improves performance in Sigma's second compact camera to use APS-sized sensor.  Read more

Tags:  sigma,  sensor,  system compact,  APS,  firmware 

FAQ: What’s a Back Side-Illuminated Sensor?

Low-light salvation

ArticleCompact Digital Cameras Gear Guides & Reviews - by Fred Singer, March 23, 2011

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Digital photography took a digital step forward in reducing digital noise and improving image quality started in 2009 with the first Back Side-Illuminated Sensor. What is it and how is it different from other sensors?

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TAGS: digital camera,  DSLR,  sensor,  Focus on low light photography,  backside-illuminated sensor 

Fine grain with higher ISOs? Humbug!

Even finer grain at lower ISOs is better

ArticleComposition and Exposure Techniques and How-Tos - by Bryan Peterson, July 2, 2010

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Recently, Nikon and Canon introduced high-end DSLRs capable of reaching ISO 102,800. These pro cameras claim amazingly good image quality at ISO 6400 or even more. The Internet was abuzz. But I don't share the enthusiasm.

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TAGS: photography,  digital,  camera,  exposure,  sensor,  tip,  ISO 

Dust Busters!

How to clean dust off of your DSLR's sensor without ruining it (hopefully!)

ArticleDigital SLRs Gear Guides & Reviews - by Bob Atkins, June 25, 2010

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Do you see mysterious dark spots on your DSLR images?

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TAGS: adorama,  DSLR,  digital SLR,  sensor,  sensor cleaner 

Full-frame DSLR shootout

Objective sensor test results

ArticleDigital SLRs Gear Guides & Reviews - by Mason Resnick, June 23, 2010

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We know these cameras are good...but how good? They go head to head in the lab!

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TAGS: test,  digital,  SLR,  DSLR,  image quality,  sensor,  full-frame,  objective 

Does sensor size matter? YES!

Full Frame? Micro Four Thirds? APS? Here's a guide to how sensor size affects image quality.

ArticleBuying Guides Gear Guides & Reviews - by Mason Resnick, November 20, 2009

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The size of a camera’s sensor can directly affect image quality, especially when you’re shooting above ISO 100. Here’s what you should know when you’re shopping for a new digital camera

 

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TAGS: buying guide,  digital camera,  digicam,  sensor,  ISO,  buying tips,  comparison,  compared 

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