PCPhoto
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STACK ‘EM UP With Lexar’s Professional CompactFlash Reader, you get a durable, solid card reader that can be stacked. The readers are designed for linking multiple units to a single connection. Up to four FireWire CompactFlash readers can be connected using FireWire daisy-chaining, and up to four USB 2.0 CompactFlash readers can be connected to the Lexar Professional 4 Port Hub USB 2.0 for simultaneous CF card downloading. An LED indicator makes it easy for you to tell when the card reader is working. List Price: $89.99. Contact: Lexar Media, (800) 789-9418, www.lexar.com. A SIGHT TO SEE Carry a confident air while presenting your latest digital slideshow using the Microtek CX6 DLP projector. For less than $1,000, the device offers 2,000 ANSI lumens and a high 2,000:1 contrast ratio, ensuring your images appear crisp. Inputs for video or graphics include DVI for direct digital connection, a DVI-to-VGA adapter for an auto-sensing analog PC connection, and S-video and composite video inputs. At 7.8 pounds and 12.9x3.5x9.4 inches, it won’t weigh you down when you’re on the go. List Price: $999. Contact: Microtek, (310) 687-5940, www.microtek.com. GONE FISHIN’ Capture an extreme wide-angle shot with a unique look by using Sigma’s 15mm ƒ/2.8 EX DG Diagonal Fisheye lens. The 180-degree field of view and minimum shooting distance of 5.9 inches allow you to get creative with exaggerated perspective and distortion. The digitally optimized lens includes a new multi-layer coating to reduce flare and ghosting, and comes with a gelatin filter holder. Estimated Street Price: $475. Contact: Sigma, (800) 896-6858, www.sigma-photo.com.
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