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Smart Cameras: Digital Photo Magazine Cover Story, Jan. 2013

Smart Cameras: Digital Photo Magazine Cover Story, Jan. 2013

January 22, 2013 – 7:02 pm | No Comment

Camera phones have been steadily eating away at compact camera sales. In retaliation, Nikon, Samsung, and Sony have introduced compact cameras capable of running apps and sharing photos wirelessly. Should other companies follow their lead? Check out my cover story on Smart Cameras in the Jan. 2013 Digital Photo Magazine.

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Nikon D600 First Look: Is this DSLR a D800 Killer?

September 14, 2012 – 6:12 pm | One Comment

They say a picture is worth a 1,000 words. But what if the scene you’re viewing can’t be described so easily–should you switch the camera to HD Video mode? That’s what I do.
Serious photographers who are looking for one of the best values in HD-SLRs have lots of choices these days when it comes to shooting with dual-personality, interchangeable lens cameras. And the new kid on the block, the Nikon D600, is about to take center stage. It’s a relatively affordable, well-built, full frame, camera that’s nearly as comfortable shooting Full HD 1080p video as it is capturing fast, sharp, high-speed action photos that can be printed at 24 x 36 inches without degradation.
I got a chance to handle one behind the scenes at a Nikon Preview event on Sept. 12, 2012, about 15 hours before the world found out (more than enough time to stop drueling!) My thoughts, and a few close peeks at the camera are contained in the following video:

Now that I have one in hand, expect some in-depth feedback on the camera with its new kit lens, the Nikkor 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5 G VR lens. And perhaps a few videos that have a lot to say.

Cover Story: Outdoor Photographer: First Look at Sony SLT-A35

July 15, 2011 – 2:14 pm | No Comment
Cover Story: Outdoor Photographer: First Look at Sony SLT-A35

Sony’s new 16.2MP SLT-A35 features improved low light performance, longer video recording times, and extended battery life.

Pentax Q Interchangeable Lens Camera Arrives! (HD Video)

June 23, 2011 – 12:01 pm | No Comment
Pentax Q Interchangeable Lens Camera Arrives! (HD Video)

The new Pentax Q interchangeable lens camera (ILC) features a 12.4MP point-and-shoot sized 1/2.3-inch sensor. Does the Q stand for Question: WHAT WERE THEY THINKING?

First Look at Sony NEX-C3 and SLT-A35 Digital Cameras (HD VIDEO)

June 21, 2011 – 2:25 pm | 2 Comments
First Look at Sony NEX-C3 and SLT-A35 Digital Cameras (HD VIDEO)

Two new interchangeable-lens cameras from Sony are small, powerful, and affordable! My FIRST LOOK HD video for Outdoor Photographer Magazine explores their top features.

Dive into my Google Earth Multimedia (GEM) Journal on the Great Barrier Reef

May 26, 2011 – 7:21 pm | 5 Comments
Dive into my Google Earth Multimedia (GEM) Journal on the Great Barrier Reef

Get a bird’s eye view of where I traveled, and a multimedia tour of the dive sites and islands I visited while on assignment for UNESCO.

Which Image Stabilization Method Works Best? Lens-Based or Sensor-Shift?

May 25, 2011 – 1:35 pm | No Comment
Which Image Stabilization Method Works Best?   Lens-Based or Sensor-Shift?

Tired of blurry photos caused by camera shake and low shutter speeds? Image stabilization is the antidote. Learn about the differences between I.S. systems in my OP feature story.

Cover Story: Top HD SLRs In Digital Photo Pro Magazine

April 20, 2011 – 12:25 pm | One Comment
Cover Story: Top HD SLRs In Digital Photo Pro Magazine

Check out my cover story on the great, and not so great, video features found in the latest pro and advanced HD SLRs. Digital Photo Pro Magazine, June 2011

McNamara Now Writing HD SLR News Column On PDNVideo Website

April 10, 2011 – 6:36 pm | No Comment
McNamara Now Writing HD SLR News Column On PDNVideo Website

Want to know more about the latest HD SLRs, video shooting techniques, and accessories? Check out my news feed on the PDNVideo website (see story for LINK to site.)

Silly Rabbit, TRYX Are For Hip-Hop Stars!

April 10, 2011 – 11:21 am | No Comment
Silly Rabbit, TRYX Are For Hip-Hop Stars!

At Casio’s TRYX camera event on 4/7/2011, hip-hop singer Nicki Minaj rode in on a hot pink tour bus brandishing a hot pink TRYX camera. But the crazy paparazzi “strobed” her into seeing red.

24-Inch Ink Jet Printer Shootout (HD Video)

March 13, 2011 – 2:49 pm | One Comment
24-Inch Ink Jet Printer Shootout (HD Video)

Looking for a 24-inch printer to make long lasting photos and fine art prints? Check out my video test report on three models under $4,000: the Canon IPF6300, the Epson SP7890, and the Epson SP7900.

Behind Every Cloud Is A Silver Lining (with HD Video)

March 12, 2011 – 12:32 pm | One Comment
Behind Every Cloud Is A Silver Lining (with HD Video)

How well does the Pentax K-5 perform in cold (and wet) weather? Check out the ice storm it took on using its extraordinary Auto HDR mode.