Sigma Lenses Holiday Comparison Chart Packed With Information About the Line-Up

The chart was made by Flickr user Sigma Jack and Sigma’s‘ design wizard’ Emi Erata. The entire Sigma line-up is represented, and it is a lens size comparison. The chart contains lots of interesting facts about Sigma lenses, and to easily see everything that’s shown you better get the full sized image of the chart here.

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New Firmware for Canon EOS C500/C500 PL Cinema EOS Cameras (ver. 1.0.4.1.00)

Canon EOS C500

Canon released a new firmware for the EOS C500/C500 PL Cinema EOS Cameras, version 1.0.4.1.00. Hey, it’s the camera used to capture comet ISON. The links:

Download Firmware Version 1.0.4.1.00 for EOS C500.
Download Firmware Version 1.0.4.1.00 for EOS C500 PL

Download the new version of the Instruction Manual for the EOS C500.
Download the new version of the Instruction Manual for the EOS C500 PL.

Canon product advisory:

Thank you for using Canon products.

Canon has released a firmware update for the EOS C500/C500 PL Cinema EOS Cameras.

EOS C500 Cinema EOS Camera & EOS C500PL Cinema EOS Camera
1. When using the Magnify focus assist function, the ability to move the magnified viewing area around the LCD has been added.
2. Maximum ISO setting has been increased to ISO 80,000.
3. Cinema Gamut mode and DCI-P3+ mode have been added to provide expanded color gamut options in RAW capture.
4. 4096×1080-pixel RAW format resolution has been added.
5. A Key Lock menu setting has been added which now makes it possible to lock all operations, including the START/STOP button.
6. Using the optional Canon WFT-E6 Wireless File Transmitter, the camera’s remote-control application allows up to two users to access the same unit via a Wi-Fi® link providing simultaneous and independent control of camera operation and metadata input.
7. Canon Log LUT support has been made possible for HD/SD SDI terminal output.
8. ACESproxy output from monitor terminal has been added.
9. [ND]/[ND-] have been added as functions that can be allocated to any assignable button.

EOS C500 Digital Cinema Camera only
10. Ability to assign the two control dials (body and grip) to operate either Iris or ISO sensitivity independently has been added.
11. Peripheral Illumination Correction Data has been added for seven (7) Canon Cinema lenses (EF mount) and eleven (11) Canon EF Lenses.

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New Canon imageCLASS Printers Deliver Ease Of Use And Streamlined Connectivity

Canon USA press release:

New imageCLASS Printers Deliver Ease Of Use And Streamlined Connectivity

New Devices Enhance Canon’s Complete imageCLASS Lineup and Provide Full Set of Printing Solutions for both Personal and Professional Use
MELVILLE, N.Y., December 17, 2013 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced two new compact laser printers – the imageCLASS LBP6200d and Color imageCLASS LBP7110Cw, to address the diverse needs of personal, home office and small office users. With the introduction of these devices, Canon’s imageCLASS lineup now offers a complete top-to-bottom desktop laser printer lineup with new devices that deliver stunning imaging quality, a seamless user experience and enhanced connectivity – while supporting a variety of needs and budgets.

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Another Third Party Trigger for Canon DSLRs: MeYin RF-624 Wireless E-TTL

MeYin RF-624

After the Yongnuo RF-603 II Wireless Flash Trigger/Remote, there is another third party flash trigger for Canon DSLRs for those on a budget: the MeYin RF-624 Wireless E-TTL High Sync Speed Flash Trigger For Canon is in stock at the YongNuoStore for $49.99.

Specification/Features:

  • Type: FSK2.4GHz Wireless System
  • Power: 2.1-3.3v(AAx2 pieces)
  • Chanel: 3Fixed Channel and 1 Auto Channel
  • Controlling grouping: 3
  • Operation range: 200m
  • Sync Speed: 1/8000S (different camera and flash model swill differ)

Functions:

  1. Flash Control
    • Work as Flash Trigger
    • Control Studio Light
    • Control Multi Flash
  2. Shutter Remote Control

Canon Ranks Highest in Customer Satisfaction for Multi-Function Inkjet Printers in the 2013 J.D. Power Satisfaction Report

Canon USA press release:

Canon Receives Highest Ranking in Customer Satisfaction for Multi-Function Inkjet Printers in the 2013 J.D. Power Satisfaction Report

MELVILLE, N.Y., December 17, 2013 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is proud to announce that Canon has received top honors in Customer Satisfaction from J.D. Power for its line of PIXMA Multi-Function Inkjet Printers.1

“Canon is honored that our PIXMA multi-function inkjet printer lineup has secured the highest ranking in customer satisfaction from J.D. Power,” said Yuichi Ishizuka, executive vice president and general manager, Imaging Technologies & Communications Group, Canon U.S.A. “We always strive to maintain our status as an industry leader, and this distinction shows our ability to deliver excellent customer satisfaction to our valued customers.”

J.D. Power awards and rankings are based on responses from consumers and business customers each year who have used or owned the products and services being rated. These customer satisfaction rankings are determined by evaluating companies and product lines on six key factors: performance, reliability, ease of operation, variety of features, price and customer service.

For more information on the Canon family of multi-function inkjet printers, please visit www.usa.canon.com/cusa/consumer/products/printers_multifunction.

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