Adobe Camera Raw 6.7 and DNG Converter 6.7 released

Both available for download. The following Canon cameras are supported in this release: Canon EOS 1D X, Canon EOS 5D Mark III, Canon PowerShot G1 X, Canon PowerShot S100V. To download the software check the following links:

About the DNG Converter:

The Adobe DNG Converter, a free utility that converts files from more than 350 cameras to DNG, enables you to easily convert camera-specific raw files to a more universal DNG raw file.

Digital Negative was developed to address the lack of an open standard for the proprietary and unique raw files created by each digital camera. DNG allows photographers to archive their raw camera files in a single format for easy cataloging and access in the future. With the format specification freely available, any developer can build software that supports and takes advantage of DNG. For more information, visit the Digital Negative page.

 

Northern Lights pictured using a 5D Mark II

This is a beautiful time-lapse video showing northern lights (Aurora Borealis) made using a EOS 5D Mark II. There is a lot of discussion going on about gear, about new gear, and there is no one among us who never thought that better gear would make her or him a better photographer. We all know this is not true, but I bet we all have had this idea. Hence, it is always good to see what awesome stuff you can produce with a camera that is not the newest gear. The following setting and lenses were used:

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Canon Rumors Round-Up (T4i/650D, new AF, entry level FF, 7D Mark II)

canonrumors once more is saying that the Rebel T4i/EOS 650D will be announced by Canon very soon. Nothing new on the specs front, but a new auto-focus system is named. Could this be in relation with the Canon AF patent I reported about?? I was the only one to report about this patent. Now rumors say that the T4i/650D will sport a new AF system for video. However, based on what I understood from the patent, it would make perfectly sense for video recording. The T4i/650D is also said to have a touchscreen. I am very curious. Read more after the break.

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PowerShot D20 Digital Camera in stock at B&H – Limited Quantity

The water and shock-proof PowerShot D20 (with GPS!) is in stock at B&H at limited quantity for $349 (click here). Core specs:

  • 12.1Mp High-Sensitivity CMOS Sensor
  • 3.0″ Pure Color System LCD
  • 28mm Wide-Angle Lens
  • Waterproof and Shockproof
  • Temperature Resistant Down to 14 Degrees
  • GPS Tracker
  • 5x Optical Zoom
  • Intelligent IS
  • DIGIC 4 Image Processor
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Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 DI VC USD Lens in Stock at B&H – Limited Quantity

The new Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 DI VC USD Lens for Canon mount is in stock again at B&H, for $1,299 (click here).

  • Wide-Angle 24-70mm Full-Frame Zoom Lens
  • Built-In Image Stabilization
  • Ultrasonic Silent Drive for Silent AF
  • LD, Aspherical Elements for Sharp Images
  • Moisture-Resistant Construction
  • Compact (3.5×4.6″) & Lightweight (29oz)
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Memory Card Deal at Adorama – Just for 24 Hours (+ an EOS 7D kit deal too)

UPDATE: EOS 7D deal is over, price for the memory cards raised slightly.

The EOS 7D kit bundles two 4GB CF Memory Cards (total of 8GB), a spare Canon LP-E6 Battery, a slinger Camera Bag, Visible Dust EZ Sensor Cleaning Kit, Red Giant Adorama Production Bundle for PC/Mac ($599.00 Retail Value) for just $1,278.33 (click here).

The memory card deal starts today Monday 4/30 at 10:30 EST and runs for 24 hours, until Tuesday 5/1 at 10:30 EST. So, just for one day. Good deal if you need more memory storage for your camera. The following memory cards are offered: