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What's New And Notable In Photography And Computing
This special edition of NEXT includes products introduced during the recent Photo Marketing Association (PMA) trade show, many of which are the latest and most exciting releases for 2026.
 Affordable Digital SLR
Advance to a new level of digital photography with the Canon EOS 10D camera. Available for a street price of under $1,500, the 6.3-megapixel, interchangeable-lens camera offers a 7-point AF system, a continuous shooting rate of 3 fps and Canon's DIGIC image processor. It also features a simultaneous RAW + JPEG recording setting and nine preset white-balance modes. Estimated Street Price: $1,500. Contact: Canon, (800) OK-CANON, www.usa.canon.com.
Fast Multi-Card Reader
Download your digital images in a fraction of the time using the Lexar USB 2.0 Multi-Card Reader. With a maximum data-transfer rate of up to 480 MB per second, the unit accepts CompactFlash, SmartMedia, MultiMedia and SD memory cards. There's no AC cord needed as it derives power through its USB 2.0 connection. List Price: $39.99. Contact: Lexar Media, (800) 789-9418, www.lexarmedia.com.
 Portable Photo Printer
Produce photo-quality prints while you're away from home using the Canon i70 Color Bubble Jet Printer. This compact printer creates beautiful borderless prints up to 8.5x11-inches. The printer supports a resolution of up to 4800 dpi and prints images directly from compatible Canon digital cameras. Estimated Street Price: $299. Contact: Canon, (800) OK-CANON, www.usa.canon.com.
Quick-Setup Tripod
The Velbon Ultra MAXi is a lightweight tripod that uses a unique "Quick Twist n Lock" mechanism for extending and securing the tripod legs. The unit offers a maximum height of 61 inches and weighs only two pounds. List Price: $159.95. Contact: Hakuba, (800) 423-1623, www.hakubausa.com.
10x Zoom Digital Camera
Zoom from a wide-angle to a super-telephoto focal length with the Olympus Camedia C-750 Ultra Zoom digital camera. The 4-megapixel camera includes a 38-380mm zoom lens (35mm equivalent). Housed in a metal body but weighing only 10.4 ounces, the camera delivers high image quality by including ED glass in its lens' optical design. List Price: $699. Contact: Olympus, (800) 622-6372, www.olympusamerica.com.
Compact Long-Range Zoom Lens
Nikon's new AF 28-200mm ƒ/3.5-5.6G ED-IF lens weighs only 12.7 ounces, yet delivers excellent optical quality with the inclusion of three ED glass elements. The lens is designed with three aspherical lens elements and also provides a close-focusing distance of only 1.3 feet. List Price: TBA. Contact: Nikon, (800) 645-6687, www.nikonusa.com.
High-Resolution Still Video Camera
Weighing only 24.3 ounces, the full-featured Samsung SCD5000 Mini DV camcorder includes a 4.13-megapixel CCD for creating digital images. The camera provides more than double the still-image resolution of other video cameras. List Price: TBA. Contact: Samsung, (800) SAMSUNG, www.samsungcamerausa.com.
High-Speed CF Memory
SimpleTech's ProX CompactFlash cards now support a sustainable write speed of up to 4 MB per second. This can significantly reduce your wait time between shots. The cards are available in capacities of 256 MB to 1 GB. List Price: $99 to $379. Contact: SimpleTech, (949) 476-1180, www.simpletech.com.
Hard Copy
Photoshop 7 Power Shortcuts by Michael Ninness (New Riders Publishing, 2026; ISBN: 0-7357-1331-6). More than 600 keyboard shortcuts for Adobe Photoshop and ImageReady are indexed in this convenient book.
Mac OS X For Windows Users: A Switchers' Guide by David Coursey (Peachpit Press, 2026; ISBN: 0-321-16889-5). Make a smooth transition from Windows to Mac with advice that helps you bring your files over to Mac OS X.
Digital Photography Click-By-Click by Jerry Glenwright (Friedman/Fairfax, 2026; ISBN: 1-58663-714-2). This guide covers the basics of digital photography, with step-by-step instructions and easy-to-follow projects.
The Photoshop Book For Digital Photographers by Scott Kelby (New Riders Publishing, 2026; ISBN: 0-7357-1236-0). The tricks of the trade that the industry's top digital photographers use to sharpen, retouch and present their photos.
EPSON Complete Guide To Digital Printing by Rob Sheppard (Sterling Publishing, 2026; ISBN: 1-57990-427-0). The PCPhoto editor gives expert advice on creating pro-quality prints using inkjet printers.
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User-Customizable Image Browser
Organize and access your images using a browser designed by and for photographers. DigitalPro2 is a flexible image browser that configures the user interface to your personal preferences using a special "floating window" technology. The software allows priority tagging of images, including those that are saved on CDs or DVD discs. List Price: $179 (Standard Edition). Contact: Wildlife Research Photography, (760) 924-8632, www.moose395.net.
Noise Reduction Plug-In
Reduce the digital grain in your images by applying Digital GEM™ from Applied Science Fiction. This Photoshop-compatible plug-in reduces the appearance of grain-like noise in digital photographs shot at high ISO settings or under poor lighting conditions. The software is easy to use and doesn't adversely affect image quality. List Price: $79.95. Contact: Applied Science Fiction, (512) 651-6200, www.asf.com.
Classic Camera
The 1.3-megapixel Minox Digital Camera Leica M3 is a miniaturized version of the famous rangefinder that takes digital photos. Weighing only three ounces, the camera includes 32 MB of built-in flash memory for a capacity of 60 to 90 images, depending on the quality mode. List Price: $399. Contact: Leica, (201) 767-7500, www.leica-camera.com.
Fast Wide To Moderate Tele
Extend your shooting time in low light and gain more control of your depth of field using the Tamron SP AF 28-75mm ƒ/2.8 XR Di LD Aspherical Zoom. This fast, compact lens uses specially designed glass, including three low-dispersion glass elements to reduce lens size while correcting optical and color aberrations. It boasts a minimum focus distance of 13 inches throughout the zoom range. List Price: $543. Contact: Tamron, (631) 858-8400, www.tamron.com.
Affordable 19-Inch LCD
Enjoy a 19-inch computer display that takes up little desktop space with the ViewSonic VP18b ThinEdge Series LCD monitor. Supporting an optimal resolution of 1280 x 1024, the monitor offers a 170-degree angle of view and a high contrast ratio of 600:1 for a crisp, clear image. List Price: $699. Contact: ViewSonic, (800) 888-8583, www.viewsonic.com.
Software & Paper Together
Easily print multiple images on a single sheet of paper using Avery's Digital Photo Assorted Paper and Software. Bundled with Microsoft PictureIt! Express software, you can edit your images and then drag them into a variety of printing templates for wallet-sized to 8x10 prints. Photos snap out cleanly from the paper without perforations or cutting needed. List Price: $11.23 (Trial Pack). Contact: Avery, (800) GO-AVERY, www.avery.com.
 Portable Digital Darkroom
Download and edit your images and video while traveling. The new Gateway 450X 1.3 GHz notebook computer includes an IEEE-1394 (FireWire) port for importing video and three USB 2.0 ports. A 15-inch TFT active matrix display and a CD-RW/DVD drive allow you to back up your images to CD-Rs. List Price: $1,599. Contact: Gateway, (800) 369-1409, www.gateway.com.
Advanced Imaging Software
Reduce repetitive editing steps by working with Jasc Paint Shop Pro 8. The menu-based software creates and saves actions as a script that can be applied to individual or batched images. The software also includes tools for easily straightening images and for correcting perspective and lens distortion. List Price: $99 (download); $109 (boxed). Contact: Jasc, (800) 622-2793, www.jasc.com.
 3-CCD Camcorder
Due to be available for less than $1,000, the Panasonic PV-GS70 DV camcorder provides three CCDs for more accurate color and improved contrast. Superior image quality is promised with its use of a Leica Dicomar lens and the camera's ability to produce up to 510 lines of horizontal resolution. List Price: TBA. Contact: Panasonic, (800) 211-PANA, www.panasonic.com.
Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Batteries
Replace or supplement the power for your digital camera with the Digital Pursuits Line of lithium-ion batteries. These rechargeable batteries are available for a variety of camera models, including Sony, Canon, Nikon, Kyocera, Toshiba, Fujifilm, Pentax, Kodak and Minolta. List Price: $24.95 to $39.95. Contact: BKA, (847) 821-0450, www.bkaphoto.com.
Protective Camera Pouches
Protect your camera and lens in OP/TECH USA's new Soft Pouch Digital Series. The easy-access neoprene cases close around the neck strap so you can easily access the camera. List Price: $19.95 to $32.95. Contact: OP/TECH USA, (800) 251-7815, www.optechusa.com.
Backup Software
Protecting important files or your entire hard drive is easy with NTI Backup NOW! Deluxe 3.0. The program features an easy-to-use interface that saves you from the often complicated chore of data backup. It includes scheduled backups, complete disaster recovery, and media and multiple drive spanning. List Price: $79.99. Contact: NewTech Infosystems, (949) 421-0720, www.ntius.com.
Easy Image Editor
PhotoSuite 5 Platinum Edition imports, organizes and edits your photos quickly and easily in one complete package. You can cure photo ills with one click, simultaneously edit multiple photos, archive your photos on CDs, and create stunning collages and other personalized projects. List Price: $49.95. Contact: Roxio, (866) 280-7694, www.roxio.com.
Digital Photo Albums
FlipAlbum 5 Professional edition lets you make pro-quality digital albums using a wide selection of built-in themes, complete with borders, MP3 background music and special effects. Create 3-D albums on CD and protect your copyrighted material with image encryption, print lock, watermark, CD expiration and password access. List Price: $129.95. Contact: E-Book Systems, (866) 532-8080, www.flipalbum.com.
CD/DVD Creation Software
Capture and edit digital photos and video and then record them to CD-R or DVD discs using Pinnacle Instant CD/DVD software. Organize digital images into a slideshow complete with music or edit digital video complete with titles, captions and transitions. They can be easily recorded onto discs that are playable on a computer or a standard DVD player. List Price: $99. Contact: Pinnacle Systems, (650) 526-1600, www.pinnaclesys.com.
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