Canon News, Nikon News and What's New (Page 8) Report News & Deals

If you are a Google Reader user, you are likely aware that Google is shutting down this service in the near future. This shut down leaves many of us concerned about the longevity of the rest of Google's free (or paid) services, but the more immediate need is to find a replacement for Reader.
 
After a modestly intense search, Feedly has become my replacement web-based RSS feed reader. I have been using the Firefox version of Feedly for weeks now and am pleased with its functionality. Especially nice for those following a large number of feeds is that Feedly will auto-import your Google feeds. Select the List View for each of your feeds to most-closely mimic Google Reader's default view, but also check out the other available options.
 
Visit: Feedly

 
From YouTube:
 
Throughout his ISS mission, CSA Astronaut Chris Hadfield has been taking some of the most incredible photos of Earth ever seen. In this video, the Station Commander takes us to the best seat in the house to gaze at the visual splendour of the Earth.
 
He shares his techniques and his passion for capturing the fleeting glimpses of our changing world that has galvanized a vast and diverse audience of space-lovers. Credit: Canadian Space Agency/NASA
 
To see more of Hadfield's images of Earth, visit him on Twitter @Cmdr_Hadfield or through his Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/AstronautChrisHadfield.

B&H has the Toshiba Satellite U845-S402 14" Notebook Computer available for $479.95 with free shipping. Compare at $598.60.

Adorama has the Flashpoint D12 Battery Grip for Nikon D800/D800E DSLR Camera available for $59.95 with free shipping. Regularly $74.95.
 
They also have a water resistant version made with magnesium alloy, the Flashpoint D12 Professional Magnesium Battery Grip, available for $109.95 with free shipping.

eBay has the Canon EOS 5D Mark III DSLR Camera available for $2,779.99 with free shipping. Compare at $3,299.00.

eBay has the Refurbished Nikon D3100 DSLR Camera with 18-55mm VR Lens available for $299.00 with free shipping. Compare at $446.95 new.

The Canon Store has special pricing on select photo papers.
 
Canon Photo Paper Deals:

Item	Sale Price	Compare At
Photo Paper Pro Luster - 13x19 - 50 Sheets	$49.99	$75.99
Photo Paper Pro Platinum 4x6 100 Sheets	$19.99	$24.07

For today only, the Canon Store is offering their Refurbished Printers at 20% off with free ground shipping.

From Canon:
 
OKYO, April 22, 2013—Canon Inc. today announced that the company's interchangeable-lens digital cameras (digital SLR and compact-system cameras) have consistently maintained the No. 1 share worldwide in terms of volume within the interchangeable-lens digital camera market for the 10-year period from 2003 to 2012.^*1
 
In addition to the interchangeable lenses, Canon also develops its own key components—the CMOS image sensors and image processors—employed in the company's interchangeable-lens cameras, incorporating the most advanced of these technologies in its flagship EOS-1D series. By applying these technologies to other models as well, Canon has successfully created a powerful product lineup that effectively responds to the needs of a wide range of users, from professionals to entry-level users, which has enabled the company to maintain the top global share.
 
In 2003, the dawn of digital SLR cameras, Canon introduced its breakthrough EOS Kiss Digital (EOS Digital Rebel or EOS 300D Digital in other regions), a compact and lightweight user-friendly camera that set the stage for growth in the digital SLR market while, at the same time, captured the top share of the global market. Since that time, Canon, in the company's ongoing pursuit of high image quality, has launched a number of models targeting advanced-amateur users that offer among the highest levels of performance for their class, including the EOS 5D series, which paved the way for digital SLR video recording.
 
In 2012, Canon celebrated the 25th anniversary of the introduction of the EOS system and marked its 10th consecutive year as the market's world leader. During the year, Canon launched the compact-system EOS M, aimed at expanding the company's entry-level user base, along with the EOS 6D, the world's smallest and lightest^*2 digital SLR camera equipped with a 35 mm full-frame CMOS sensor, which contributed to the growth of the advanced-amateur user segment.
 
This year, Canon introduced the EOS Kiss X7 (EOS Rebel SL1 or EOS 100D in other regions), the world's smallest and lightest^*2 digital SLR camera equipped with an APS-C-size sensor, bolstering its product lineup with a model befitting the industry's top brand while targeting its 11th straight year as the world's market leader.
 
With a history of producing cameras that dates back to the company's founding in 1937, Canon will continue refining its diverse imaging technologies based on its core optical technologies, striving to produce exceptional and reliable lenses and cameras that cater to the varying needs of photographers—from first-time users to advanced amateurs and professionals—while contributing to expanding the photographic and video imaging culture.
 
*1 Based on a survey by Canon.
*2 As of March 1, 2013, based on a Canon survey.
 
B&H carries Canon DSLR cameras & lenses.

eBay (via BuyDig) has the Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM Lens available for $299.00 with free shipping. Compare at $339.00.

eBay (via RobertsCamera) has the Refurbished Nikon D3000 DSLR Camera with 18-55mm & 55-200mm Lens Kit available for $315.00 with free shipping.
 
Includes:

• Nikon D3000 Body
• Nikon AF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 DX ED G II Lens
• Nikon AF-S 55-200mm f/4-5.6 DX ED G Lens

With Mother's Day just around the corner, CanvasPeople is offering their canvas prints at 80% off. Place your order by April 26 to ensure delivery by Mother's Day.

B&H has the long awaited Canon 77mm Mark II Center-Pinch Lens Cap in stock. (thanks Scott)

Adorama has a Canon EOS Rebel T4i, 18-55mm IS II & 55-250mm IS Lens Kit Available for $899.00 with free shipping. Regularly $1,199.00.
 
Kit Includes:

• Canon EOS Rebel T4i DSLR Camera
• Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II Lens
• Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS Lens
• SanDisk 16GB ExtremePRO SDHC Memory Card
• Canon SLR Gadget Bag

eBay (via RobertsCamera) has the Refurbished Nikon 1 J1 Mirrorless Camera with 10-30mm, 30-110mm VR Lenses (Red/White) available for $299.00 with free shipping. Compare at $496.95 new.

Both B&H and Adorama have special pricing on Lexar 1000x CompactFlash memory cards with free shipping.
 
Lexar Deals:

Memory Card	Reg. Price	B&H Price	Adorama Price
Lexar Professional 16GB CompactFlash Memory Card 1000x UDMA	$82.95	$77.95	$77.95
Lexar Professional 32GB CompactFlash Memory Card 1000x UDMA	$147.45	$136.95	$136.95
Lexar Professional 16GB CompactFlash Memory Card 1000x UDMA (2 pack)	$150.45	$147.95	$147.95
Lexar Professional 32GB CompactFlash Memory Card 1000x UDMA (2 pack)	$255.00	$249.00	$249.00
Lexar Professional 64GB CompactFlash Memory Card 1000x UDMA	$349.45	$304.95	$304.95
Lexar Professional 128GB CompactFlash Memory Card 1000x UDMA	$712.95	$654.95	$654.95

Adorama has their 60" White Parabolic Umbrella with Removable Black Cover available for $29.95 with free shipping. Regularly $34.95.

Adorama has their 12" Portable Reflectors on sale for $4.00 each with free shipping.
 
These small reflectors could prove very useful for outdoor macro photography - at least that's why I'm picking up a couple. ;-) [Sean]
 
12" Reflectors on Sale

• Adorama 12" Circular Collapsible Disc Reflector, Gold / Silver
• Adorama 12" Portable Reflector Gold / Silver Slate (stripe)
• Adorama 12" Portable Reflector Gold / Super Silver
• Adorama 12" Circular Collapsible Disc Reflector, Gold / White
• Adorama 12" Portable Reflector White / Translucent
• Adorama 12" Circular Collapsible Disc Reflector, Sunlight / White

DigitalRev has the Canon EOS T4i (650D) with EF-S 18-135mm IS STM Lens Kit available for $939.00. Compare at $1,074.00.

eBay (via BeachCamera) has the Sony 64GB UHS1 Class 10 SDHC Memory Card available for $34.79 with free shipping. Compare at $54.95.

This change was long overdue. I've been tired of the home page design for a long time and finally carved out the time necessary to do something about it. Check out the new, much more useful The-Digital-Picture.com home page.
 
The new layout is designed to be your hub to the most-used pages on the site. Take a moment to explore the options now available on the home page. If you like what you see, please use the social buttons at the top of the page to "Like", "Tweet", "+1" or otherwise share the updated page!
 
This site is all about you, so help us serve you better by sending us your suggestions. Tell us how to tweak the graphic design. Tell us what additional content should be available (or should be removed). Hit the "Contact Us" link at the top of the page or go over to Facebook or Google+ to share these ideas and suggestions with us.
 
Note that I plan to make similar changes to some of the other category pages on the site. These changes will not be as big - I'll likely not announce these.

DigitalRev has the Canon EOS 1D X DSLR Camera available for $6,099.00. Compare at $6,569.99.

B&H has the Canon EOS 60D DSLR body available for $661.00 with free shipping and 2% Rewards. Click "Buy Together and Save" to get the Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM Lens for only $199.00 more (regularly $499.00).
 
Or, you can buy the Canon 60D with the Canon PIXMA PRO-100 Printer (that comes with free Photo Paper) and qualify for a $400.00 mail-in rebate - that's just $690.00 after rebate.

B&H has the Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC HSM Lens for Canon in stock.