Canon WP-DC53 Waterproof Case for PowerShot G1 X Mark II In Stock

Canon WP-DC53

The Canon WP-DC53 Waterproof Case for the PowerShot G1X Mark II is in stock at B&H at $399.

Specifications:

  • Depth Rating: 130′
  • Clear Durable Plastic Polymer Body
  • Mechanical Controls
  • Access to Virtually All Camera Functions
  • Built-In Flat Polycarbonate Lens Port
  • Diffuser for Camera’s Built-in Flash
  • Cold Shoe Mount
  • Neck and Wrist Strap Included

Product description after the break.

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Canon Receives Award For Anti-Counterfeit Campaign

Canon press release:

Canon U.S.A., Inc. Receives The U.S. Chamber Of Commerce Intellectual Property Center’s 2014 IP Champions Award

MELVILLE, N.Y., April 24, 2014 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is proud to announce that the company has received the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Global Intellectual Property Center’s 2014 IP Champions Award for its “Anti-Counterfeit Consumer Awareness Campaign” that highlights the dangers of counterfeit electronic goods.

The campaign was recognized for the positive impact intellectual property has on the innovative process and its role in safeguarding the marketplace for consumers. The award was presented at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Global Intellectual Property Center’s IP Champions Conference and Awards luncheon on April 23rd.

“Counterfeiting is a growing problem for the consumer electronics industry and its customers,” said Yuichi Ishizuka, president and COO, Canon U.S.A. “It is an honor to be recognized by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce for our commitment to educating and raising awareness for the safety of our customers and the investment they make when purchasing electronic products.”

Canon’s “Anti-Counterfeit Consumer Awareness Campaign” was launched in January 2013 to promote awareness of a consumer electronics industry-wide issue: the risks of using counterfeit accessories for digital cameras and camcorders, especially batteries and chargers. Counterfeit products are fake replicas of the real products, designed to take advantage of the superior value of the real product. Some of these fake accessories are produced in a manner that can make it increasingly more difficult for average consumers to identify. Purchase of these products can lead to potentially dangerous results. Unlike genuine products, counterfeit accessories may not meet government and industry safety standards and may overheat, smoke, melt, ignite and may cause bodily injury and property damage.

For more information visit: usa.canon.com/aboutcounterfeits.

Canon Hong Kong Announcement (it’s the Powershot G1X Mark II)

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thanks dicahub.com

If you were waiting for something earthshaking to be announced yesterday, you will be disappointed.

It seems Canon Hong Kong announced the availability of the Canon Powershot G1X Mark II (price & specs) in Hong Kong and China, nothing else. It’s not uncommon for Canon to announce their gear on a regional basis after it was announced world-wide.

The Canon Powershot G1 X II has been officially announced February 12th, and can be pre-ordered for $799 at Amazon | B&H Photo | Adorama. Availability: May 2014.

The user manual for the new Canon Powershot G1X Mark II can be downloaded here.

Powershot G1X Mark II Manual

Confluence – A Documentary Shot in Idaho By Philip Bloom Using Canon EOS 7D and 5D Mark II

The above 53 minutes documentary was shot by Philip Bloom using a Canon EOS 7D (price & specs) and EOS 5D Mark II (price & specs) some time ago. Now it is free to view for anyone.

About the documentary:

The Lewiston / Clarkston valley has a rich history. It is here, at the confluence of the Clearwater and Snake Rivers, where Lewis and Clark camped on their westward journey over two hundred years ago. Residents boast that the valley is the gateway to Hells Canyon, that Lewiston was Idaho’s first capital. However, the valley also has a much darker past, one that many know about, but few publicly acknowledge. From 1979 to 1982, five people disappeared. Only three of the bodies have ever been found. All share one suspect.

I drove thru this beautiful valley last year while crossing the USA. I was invited by friends in Idaho, and I took this route to join them.