Olympus E-5 gets resolution boost, hands-on preview

By Allison Johnson | 9/14/2010

Olympus refreshes its top-of-the-line DSLR today introducing the E-5. Higher sensor resolution and HD video bring it up to speed with current competition. We've had some hands-on time with a pre-production model, so take a look at photos and video of the new E-5.

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Pentax K-r gets faster, goes wireless

By Allison Johnson | 9/9/2010

Pentax unveils the K-r entry-level DSLR today. As a step-up to the K-x, the new DSLR will offer higher burst shooting rates and infrared data transmission.

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Olympus 75-300mm and 40-150mm Micro Four Thirds telephoto zooms debut

By Allison Johnson | 8/31/2010

Olympus adds some more zoom power to its Micro Four Thirds lens lineup with the introduction of the M. Zuiko Digital ED 75-300mm f/4.8-6.7 and 40-150mm f/4.0-5.6 telephoto zoom lenses.

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New Canon 8-15mm fisheye, telephoto lenses announced

By Allison Johnson | 8/26/2010

Canon revamps existing 300 and 400mm lenses today alongside a newly designed L series 70-300mm f/4-5.6 and 8-15mm fisheye zoom.

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Canon EOS 60D First Look

By Allison Johnson | 8/26/2010

The Canon 60D is a much-anticipated successor to the EOS 50D DSLR. Canon offered DCR the chance to shoot with a pre-production model in Yellowstone National Park a few weeks ago. Take a look at some sample images and hands-on impressions straight from the brand-spanking-new EOS 60D.

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Canon EOS 60D replaces 50D, adds flip-out LCD

By Allison Johnson | 8/26/2010

The Canon EOS 60D makes its long-rumored official appearance today. It replaces the EOS 50D and adds a 3.0-inch flip-out LCD and all of the HD movie modes offered in the EOS 7D.

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Sony alpha a55 First Look

By Allison Johnson | 8/24/2010

Sony gave DCR a chance to test the new a55 last week in Jackson Hole, and we grabbed the opportunity by the horns. From fast-paced action at the rodeo to panoramas in Yellowstone, we gave the a55 a trial run in some of the country's most spectacular scenery.

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Sony alpha DSLR-A560 launched as successor to A500, A550

By Allison Johnson | 8/24/2010

Sony launches the a560 DSLR today, bringing features like HD video recording and Sweep Panorama to the alpha 500 series for the first time.

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Sony a55, a33 employ translucent fixed mirror system

By Allison Johnson | 8/24/2010

The Sony alpha a55 and a33 officially debut today, bringing back the translucent, fixed mirror technology last seen in the likes of the Canon Pellix. Sony's system boasts uninterrupted auto focusing and a significant reduction in camera size.

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Nikon announces four new Nikkor lenses

By Andy Stanton | 8/19/2010

Nikon has announced the introduction of four new Nikkor lenses - AF-S 55-300mm f/4-5.6, AF-S 28-300mm f/4.5-5.6, AF-S 24-120mm f/4 zoom lenses and an AF-S 85mm f/1.4 prime.

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Nikon D3100 adds 1080p HD video

By Allison Johnson | 8/19/2010

Nikon's highly popular D3000 gets a refresh today with the announcement of the Nikon D3100. Nikon adds 1080p HD video recording to the entry-level DSLR.

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Canon introduces EOS 7DSV Studio DSLR

By Allison Johnson | 8/17/2010

Canon announces today an EOS 7DSV DSLR geared specifically toward studio, event and school photographers with specialized locking modes and barcode data.

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