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

The Nikon D600 is a 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.

Epson WorkForce Pro 4540 All-in-One Review (Interactive Video)

February 6, 2012 – 9:16 pm | 2 Comments
Epson WorkForce Pro 4540 All-in-One Review (Interactive Video)

Looking for ways to save money on printing inks and supplies? If you own your own business or print lots of documents, Epson’s WorkForce Pro WP-4540 All-in-One ink jet printer is a great place to start.

Hurricane Irene Storm Damage Captured By Sony SLT-a77

September 8, 2011 – 6:00 pm | One Comment
Hurricane Irene Storm Damage Captured By Sony SLT-a77

HD video of Tropical Storm Irene storm damage and flash floods in Hopewell Junction, NY on Aug. 28, 2011. All stills and video taken with Sony SLT-a77 camera.

NYC At Night With Sony SLT-a77 (HD VIDEO)

September 8, 2011 – 4:55 pm | No Comment
NYC At Night With Sony SLT-a77 (HD VIDEO)

HD video demonstrating the low light still-photo and HD video capabilities of the new Sony SLT-a77. Taken with a pre-production camera.

First Look at the new Sony SLT-a77 and SLT-a65 cameras (HD VIDEO)

August 30, 2011 – 11:34 am | No Comment
First Look at the new Sony SLT-a77 and SLT-a65 cameras (HD VIDEO)

Sony introduced four new interchangeable lens cameras on August 24, 2011, with two translucent-mirror models that include game-changing technologies.

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.

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.

Big Story on Big Printers!!! (with HD Video Review)

March 4, 2011 – 11:14 am | No Comment
Big Story on Big Printers!!! (with HD Video Review)

Looking for an affordable wide-format printer to show off your best photos? Check out my cover story in Outdoor Photographer Mag., plus a 24-inch Printer-Shootout video!