Enter coupon code S1234567 during checkout to save $70 on the Canon EOS Rebel T3i DSLR Body - only $549.00 shipped at Adorama.
 
The Canon PIXMA PRO9000 Mark II Printer is free after $400.00 rebate when ordered at the same time as the T3i.

Enter coupon code S1234567 during checkout to save $100 on the Canon EOS Rebel T2i DSLR Body - only $399.00 shipped at Adorama.
 
The Canon PIXMA PRO9000 Mark II Printer is free after $400.00 rebate when ordered at the same time as the T2i.

Amazon.com has the Manfrotto MB LB050-5BB PRO V Backpack (Black) for only $279.99 shipped (reg $429.89). This is a "Lightning Deal" that expires soon.

The Canon Store has the refurbished Canon EOS Rebel XS with EF-S 18-55 IS Lens, Canon Bag and 2GB SD Card plus a tutorial DVD for only $319.99 using coupon code 2XS12 ($80.00 savings). Offer expires tomorrow, Feb 4th (or while supplies last).

This is your last chance to take advantage of the excellent 2011/2012 Canon DSLR, Lens and Flash Rebates - this promotion ends tomorrow, Feb 4th.

Tokina will be showing a prototype of the new Tokina AT-X 70-200mm f/4 PRO SD IF FX Lens at the Kenko Tokina booth at the CP + show.
 

 
The new Tokina AT-X 70-200mm f/4 PRO SD IF FX Lens will feature a Ring-type ultrasonic motor and image stabilization.
 
Specifications
 
Focal length: 70-200mm
Max Aperture: f/4
Minimum Focusing Distance: 1.0m
Width: 80mm
Length: 168mm
Weight: Undecided
Remarks: Ultrasonic motor, built-in image stabilization

From Sigma:
 
Announcement: New CEO of Sigma Corporation
 
We would like to announce that Kazuto Yamaki, previously Chief Operating Officer, was appointed as Chief Executive Officer of Sigma Corporation.
 
Name and Biography of New Chief Executive Officer
 
New Job Title: Chief Executive Officer
Name: Kazuto Yamaki
Date of Birth: March 22nd, 1968
 
Biography
 
April, 1993 joined Sigma Corporation
November, 2000 Manager of Corporate Planning Division
November, 2003 Vice-President
November, 2005 Chief Operating Officer
January, 2012 Chief Executive Officer
 
Date of Assumption of Office
 
January 18th, 2012, Wednesday

Tamron has posted their FY 2011 financial results.

B&H is accepting preorders for the new Lexar 1000x UDMA 7 CompactFlash Cards.

eBay via Beach Camera (trustworthy) has the Canon EOS 60D DSLR for only $839.00 shipped. Plus, earn $16.78 in eBay Bucks to use later.

From Gitzo:
 
Gitzo introduces the new Systematic tripod range.
 
Systematic is Gitzo’s top of the range tripod family, the choice of exacting professional photographers who use long lenses and heavy cameras. Not only are Systematic Gitzo’s strongest and most stable tripods, they’re also modular, with a top casting element that opens and closes to allow each tripod to be configured with a flat disk, geared or sliding centre column, video half-ball adaptor, levelling unit or other specialised centre component.
 
Now, Systematic has been refined, with significant improvements across strength, stability and rigidity; safety and security; set-up speed, ease of use and ergonomics. New construction and bonding techniques have almost doubled maximum payloads by distributing weight more efficiently to the 6X carbon fibre legs, which also feature the G-Lock system for greater power and ease of leg section locking.
 
In addition, design details on the distinctive new triangular top casting make changing centre components even faster and safer.
 
The Systematic range has been extended to cover Gitzo Series 2 in order to offer the advantages of mechanical strength and build quality at a more portable size and b. Each Systematic Series has 3-section, standard 4-section and long 4-section tripods, with Series 3 and 5 also offering an extra-long 4-section model and Series 5 featuring the iconic giant 6-section tripod alongside an ultra-compact 6 section model.
 
Systematic - the pinnacle of Gitzo technology, craftsmanship and quality.
 
For more information, visit Gitzo.
 
B&H carries Gitzo products.

Canon Inc. has posted notice that it intends to buy back up to up to 50 billion yen ($656.8 million) worth (1.3 percent of its outstanding shares) of its own shares between Feb 3 and March 19.

From Lowepro:
 
Capture life’s events… in style
 
Lowepro unveils a discreet and modern messenger series for enthusiast photographers with ILC kits: the Event Messenger.
 
Event Messenger Series - (Petaluma, CA, March 1, 2012)
 
Lowepro, a product design company that builds protective gear for photography equipment and portable electronic devices, introduces the Event Messenger series. Three models are built to carry and protect an interchangeable lens camera (ILC) kit, plus a laptop or tablet in the larger two.
 
"Our Event Messenger offers the enthusiast photographer a discreet, modern bag with quick and quiet access in an innovative design," said Tim Grimmer, Lowepro director of marketing and product management.
 
The Event Messenger's Grab-and-Go design features a wide-access main compartment. A Dual-Mode Flap design allows the enthusiast to quickly switch from maximum security mode to quiet working mode by unfolding or folding the fasteners under the flap. The quiet working mode is ideal for capturing shots during an event where discretion is ideal.
 
Additional features include: padded laptop/tablet compartment (in the 250 and 150, respectively); comfortable shoulder strap with non-slip patch; stretch side pockets; and a grab handle for an extra carrying option.
 
The series is available in Mica in three sizes: the 250 (fits up to a Pro DSLR without grip, extra lenses, accessories and a 13" laptop), 150 (fits a DSLR, extra lenses, accessories and a tablet) and 100 (fits a compact DSLR or compact system camera, extra lenses and accessories). For more information about this series and other products, please visit http://www.lowepro.com/eventmessenger.
 
B&H carries Lowepro products.

Adorama has the Tiffen 77mm Digital HT Circular Polarizing Glass Filter (HT = High Transmission) on special for $169.00 (reg $219.95)
 
Tiffen makes some low end filters that I recommend avoiding, but this is not one of those.

B&H has the Lowepro Classified Sling 180 AW Bag for only $59.95 shipped.
 
This bag is normally $109.95. Offer is valid through Feb 28th.

"Lexar, a division of Micron technology, is a leading global provider of memory products for digital media. Check out this in-depth look at how an image is captured inside a camera and how fast memory cards and card readers effect the process."
 

Save up to $200 with the Sigma instant lens rebates available at B&H:
 
Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS Macro Lens - Save $200.00
Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 II DC OS HSM Lens - Save $100.00
Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8 EX DC OS HSM Lens - Save $75.00

Adorama just sent over some great Canon EOS 7D DSLR deals. Use coupon code S1234567 to get the following 7D deals:
 
Canon EOS 7D Body - Coupon Price $1,299.00 ($300.00 off after-rebate price)
Canon EOS 7D with 18-135mm IS Lens - Coupon Price $1,469.00 ($430.00 off after-rebate price)
Canon EOS 7D with 28-135mm IS Lens - Coupon Price $1,579.00 ($22.00 off after-rebate price)
 
Deal price will not show until coupon code is entered during checkout. Deals end 2/15/2012

Canon has made EOS Rebel T3i/600D Firmware Version 1.0.2 and EOS Rebel T3/110D Firmware Version 1.0.5 available for download.
 
Firmware Version 1.0.2 incorporates the following fixes and improvements:
 
1. Fixes a phenomenon in which the AF does not function and the shutter cannot be released during Live-view shooting when the Speedlite 270EX II is attached.
 
2. Corrects wording in the Italian and Portuguese language menu screens.

Canon has released EOS Utility 2.10.4 Updater for Mac OS X.
 
"Supports Mac OS X 10.6.8 to 10.7"

From Canon USA:
 
"Purchase or lease a Canon imagePROGRAF iPF5100, iPF6300, iPF6350, iPF8300 or iPF9100 Large Format Printer and receive a [$350.00 - $3,200.00] rebate check by mail or a one year CarePAK Extended Service Plan [value is $300.00 - $2,000.00]! Purchases or leases eligible for rebate must be made between February 1, 2012 and March 31, 2012. Download .pdf for complete details."
 
Qualifying Products: imagePROGRAF iPF9100, imagePROGRAF iPF6300, imagePROGRAF iPF5100, imagePROGRAF iPF8300, imagePROGRAF iPF6350
 
Get your Canon imagePROGRAF Printer at B&H.

B&H has just received a new shipment of refurbished Canon lenses.
 
Lots of great lenses are available. Expect like-new gear at nicely reduced prices.

Apple has released Final Cut Pro X Version 10.0.3.
 
"Version 10.0.3 introduces Multicam Editing, Broadcast Monitoring, and more new features that extend the power and flexibility of Final Cut Pro X."

The Canon Store has the refurbished Canon EOS 1D Mark IV DSLR in stock for only $3,999.20.

I have added a baker's dozen Zeiss 35mm f/1.4 Distagon T* ZE Lens sample pictures to the site.

Kenko has announced that their new Kenko 400mm f/8 Mirror Lens will be released on February 03, 2012.
 

 
This is a compact, lightweight (12 oz, 340g), full frame, manual focus, telephoto lens with a fixed f/8 aperture (no aperture blades).
 
And according to Google Translate, "Boasts a unique Ringuboke." "Ringuboke", that's fun to say. Does this refer to the donut hole bokeh mirror lenses are known for? (confirmed correct)
 
The mirror is coated with silver deposition. "... We achieved a good balance between size-conscious design and performance."
 
Specifications
 
Focal length: 400mm
Brightness: F8 (fixed)
Lens Construction: Six Group 2
Angle of view: 6 ° 8 '
Length: 82mm
Width: 74mm
Weight: 340g
Filter Size: 67mm
Minimum focusing distance: 1.15m
Maximum magnification: 1:2.5
Focus Mode: Transfer to the front lens manual focus mode
Aperture blades: Without
Hood: KF-M400HOOD-BK
Mount: Using T-mount (factory fitted)
Compatible Mount: Nikon F, Canon EF, alpha Sony, Pentax K
Suggested retail price: Open
 
B&H carries Kenko products.

One of the best Canon DSLR, lens and flash rebate programs ever ends on Jan 7, 2012. You have only this week left to take advantage of these great deals.
 
Here is the current Canon DSLR, Lens and Flash rebate list:
 

Model	Rebate Amount
Canon EOS 5D Mark II	$100.00 - $350.00
Canon EOS 7D	$100.00 - $350.00
Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Lens	$90.00
Canon EF-S 15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Lens	$100.00
Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8 L II USM Lens	$170.00
Canon EF 17-40mm f/4.0 L USM Lens	$90.00
Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Lens	$120.00
Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8 L USM Lens	$120.00
Canon EF 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6 L IS USM Lens	$270.00
Canon EF 70-200mm f/4.0 L USM Lens	$75.00
Canon EF 70-200mm f/4.0 L IS USM Lens	$150.00
Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8 L USM Lens	$150.00
Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS II USM Lens	$300.00
Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 L IS USM Lens	$150.00
Canon EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM Lens	$140.00
Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 L IS USM Lens	$170.00
Canon EF 14mm f/2.8 L II USM Lens	$240.00
Canon TS-E 17mm f/4 L Tilt-Shift Lens	$260.00
Canon EF 20mm f/2.8 USM Lens	$60.00
Canon EF 24mm f/1.4 L II USM Lens	$180.00
Canon TS-E 24mm f/3.5 L II Tilt-Shift Lens	$230.00
Canon EF 35mm f/1.4 L USM Lens	$150.00
Canon TS-E 45mm f/2.8 Tilt-Shift Lens	$150.00
Canon EF 50mm f/1.2 L USM Lens	$180.00
Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM Lens	$40.00
Canon EF 50mm f/2.5 Macro Lens	$30.00
Canon EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro USM Lens	$60.00
Canon MP-E 65mm Macro Lens	$110.00
Canon EF 85mm f/1.2 L II USM Lens	$230.00
Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM Lens	$40.00
Canon TS-E 90mm f/2.8 Tilt-Shift Lens	$90.00
Canon EF 100mm f/2.0 USM Lens	$50.00
Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 USM Macro Lens	$60.00
Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 L IS USM Macro Lens	$110.00
Canon EF 135mm f/2.0 L USM Lens	$110.00
Canon EF 180mm f/3.5 L USM Macro Lens	$170.00
Canon EF 300mm f/4.0 L IS USM Lens	$140.00
Canon EF 400mm f/5.6 L USM Lens	$130.00
Canon Speedlite 580EX II Flash	$50.00
Canon Speedlite 430EX II Flash	$30.00
Canon Speedlite 320EX Flash	$25.00
Canon Speedlite 270EX II Flash	$15.00
Canon Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX Flash	$60.00
Canon Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX Flash	$45.00

 
The Canon Fall 2011 - Winter 2012 Rebate Form is available for download (not required - the rebates are instant - and available to anyone in the world shopping at a USA retailer).
 
B&H has a great Canon lens and flash rebate page.
 
Exceptional 5D Mark II Deal:
 
Adorama has the Canon EOS 5D Mark II DSLR with EF 24-105 L IS Lens on special for $2,785.00 shipped.
 
Be sure to get the Canon PIXMA PRO9000 Mark II Printer with a qualifying Canon DSLR to qualify for a $400.00 MIR.

Canon has released 2011 financial results. The presentation material PDF provides a graphical summary.
 
For digging deep, the Financial Results for FY 2011 PDF is provided.
 
Notice Concerning Change of Representative Directors
Notice Regarding Partial Amendment to Articles of Incorporation
 
From Reuters:
 
Canon earnings outlook falters, president steps down
TOKYO - Canon Inc's 76-year-old chairman and CEO will take on the additional role of president after the $60 billion Japanese camera and printer maker forecast weak earnings growth and said its current president was stepping down.
 
Canon forecasts dull 2012 earnings growth
* Full-year profit 378.1 bln yen, vs 387.5 bln yen prior yr
 
Canon posts 14 pct rise in quarterly profit
TOKYO, Jan 30 - Canon Inc posted a 14 percent rise in quarterly operating profit on Monday, as it battled the impact of a strong yen and floods in Thailand with cost cuts and increased automation.

Sold out: BuyDig has the open box (new, but read the conditions) Tamron 17-50mm f/2.8 XR Di II Lens in Canon mount for $229.95 shipped using coupon code SeasonsDigging10.

Check out the Why Wedding Photographers’ Prices are “Wack” article posted at PetaPixel (thanks Sean).

B&H has the new Canon PIXMA PRO-1 Photo Printer in stock.

From Sigma Corporation of America:
 
Sigma Corporation of America announces the passing of Michihiro Yamaki
 
Imaging manufacturer’s pioneering CEO, founder led company for more than 50 years
 
RONKONKOMA, NY, Jan. 27, 2012 – With great sadness, Sigma Corporation of America today announced the passing of Sigma Corporation’s founder and CEO Michihiro Yamaki. He died of liver cancer in Tokyo, Japan, on Jan. 18 at the age of 78.
 
“We are deeply saddened by this loss,” said Mark Amir-Hamzeh, president of Sigma Corporation of America. “Mr. Yamaki was an industry visionary, and his leadership and enthusiasm has been the driving force behind our company’s innovation for more than 50 years. We’re sending our deepest condolences to the Yamaki family, and our entire Sigma family around the world, during this very difficult time.”
 
Yamaki founded Sigma Corporation on Sept. 9, 1961 with the development of the first-ever rear attached lens converter. At that time, most photo enthusiasts believed that a lens converter could only be attached to the front of a camera lens and the 27-year-old optical engineer turned conventional optical theory on its head. Sigma Corporation celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2011 with Yamaki still at the company’s helm.
 
Throughout his years in the photo industry, Yamaki has been focused on producing high-quality, high-performance photographic technology at moderate prices. His goal for the company has always been to make outstanding image quality accessible to all photographers. To this end, he grew the family-owned organization into a leading researcher, developer, manufacturer and service provider of lenses, cameras and flashes. The company is now known as the largest, independent SLR lens manufacturer in the world, producing more than 50 current lenses that are compatible with most manufacturers, including Sigma, Canon, Sony, Nikon, Olympus, Pentax and Sony.
 
In 2008, under Yamaki’s direction, Sigma Corporation purchased Foveon, a California-based company that’s renowned for developing the X3 image sensor technology. This patented, three-layer image sensor captures all primary RGB colors at each pixel location arranged in three layers to deliver outstanding, high-resolution, high-definition images with impressive three-dimensional detail and rich gradation. Last year, the company announced the arrival of its SD1, a groundbreaking, 46-megapixel direct image sensor camera, offering more megapixels than any other DSLR currently on the market. Sigma Corporation continued its theme of addressing gaps in the industry and the needs of photographers by kicking off 2012 with the launch of its new, Digital Neo (DN) line of lenses for Micro Four Thirds and E-mount camera systems.
 
In addition to his inventions and photographic foresight, Yamaki made many other contributions to the industry in his 78 years of life. He served organizations such as: the Japan Photographic Enterprises Association, Japan Machinery Design Center, Japan Optomechatronics Association, Photographic Society of Japan, and Japan Camera Industry Institute. He has also been honored with the “Person of the Year” award from The Photoimaging Manufacturers & Distributors Association (PMDA), the “Hall of Fame” award from the International Photographic Council (IPC), and the Golden Photokina Pin for his longtime contribution to the imaging industry.

eBay has the Canon EOS Rebel XS DSLR with 18-55mm IS Lens for $399.99 shipped featured as a Daily Deal.

Canon Camera Museum has posted a technical report feturing the Canon EOS 1D X.

Sigma Corporation has announced that its founder and CEO, Michihiro Yamaki, age 78, has passed away:
 
Announcement of the death of Michihiro Yamaki, CEO
 
We regret to announce that the founder and CEO of Sigma Corporation, Michihiro Yamaki passed away at 1:53am on January 18th, 2012.
 
We would like to sincerely express our deep gratitude for your generous support for him till this day.

Adorama has the refurbished Canon EF 300mm f/2.8 L IS USM Lens for only $4,199.95 shipped (thanks Z. Sean)
 
The rest of Adorama's Canon Refurbished gear can be found here.

Adobe Senior Product Manager, Bryan O'Neil Hughes, provides ... "an early look at some of the things the Photoshop team is working on for Camera Raw."
 

B&H and Adorama have the Lexar 16GB Professional 133x SDHC Memory Cards (Pack of Two) for only $39.95 shipped (reg $59.95): B&H | Adorama

From National Geographic:
 
Earth Explorer Collection Adds 6 New Styles and Redesigns 5 Best Sellers!
 
With a touch of finesse and fashionable details we are offering 5 redesigned best sellers from the original collection and 6 new exciting styles. The key to this redesign can be found in the details. Small touches emphasize the National Geographic brand with functional improvements added to original line favorites. The overall style, a classic cotton camera bag that can also be used for everyday use, remains with all models. Later in 2012, we will see the refresh of this line complete with new versions of most of the original Earth Explorer models available.
 
Learn more and see the new National Geographic Earth Explorer Collection bags here.
 
B&H carries the National Geographic Earth Explorer Collection.

I am frequently asked for an Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 3 Book recommendation. If you are looking for such a book, check out Scott Kelby's The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 3 Book for Digital Photographers.
 
Update: KelbyTraining.com has the The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 3 Book for Digital Photographers on sale for $19.99 plus shipping. Unfortunately, shipping makes the final price higher than Amazon's price. The Kelby Training advantage is the inclusion of "The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 3 Killer Presets CD with Matt Kloskowski ($39.99 value) absolutely FREE!" (thanks Edwardson)