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Epson’s FastFoto FF-640 scanner can digitize a photograph in one second

17 Sep

The newly unveiled Epson FF-640 is, according to Epson, the fastest photo scanner in the world. The model can scan photographs as rapidly as 1 image-per-second, doing so at 300dpi, or more slowly at a higher quality 600dpi resolution. Unlike flatbed scanners, the new FastFoto model features a 30-photo auto feeder, scanning the images to a hard drive and then providing the option to upload the files to online destinations including Dropbox, Google Drive, or Facebook.

The rapid scanning rate is made possible in part by technology that scans both the front and the back of a photo simultaneously. In addition to the scanning capabilities, the related Epson software organizes image files in such a way that they’re easy to find using searchable metadata, ‘recognizable file and folder names,’ and a capture date that, when possible, uses the date the photo was taken rather than the date it was scanned.

FastFoto also includes Epson’s Smart Photo Fix Technology; with it, users can press a related button and allow the software to automatically restore their photos, applying things like red-eye reduction, fade correction, and ‘enhancements.’ This is complemented by Dynamic Skew Correction, a technology that works with multi-roller scanners to auto-correct the angle at which the photo is scanned.

Finally, the FF-640 has what Epson describes as a ‘special handling sheet’ that is used to scan old or otherwise fragile photos. The Auto Size Detection tech means differently sized photos can be scanned in the same stack, while Double Feed Detection works with an ultrasonic sensor to help ensure no photos are skipped during the scanning process.

The Epson FF-640 is now available from Epson’s online store and some major retailers for $ 649.99.

Via: Epson

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Video: Canon EOS M5 hands-on

16 Sep
Don’t want to read all about it? Then we present you with our hands-on video introduction to Canon’s EOS M5 enthusiast friendly mirrorless camera. Get to know its core features in well under two minutes, and if that leaves you wanting more head to our EOS M5 First Impressions Review.

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Canon announces EF-M 18-150mm F3.5-6.3 STM and EF 70-300 F4.5-5.6 IS II USM lenses

16 Sep

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Canon has announced two new lenses ahead of Photokina, unveiling an updated EF 70-300mm with an LCD panel and a versatile EF-M 18-150mm for its mirrorless line.

The EF 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 IS II USM updates a lens from 2005 with a Nano USM motor, offering USM motor focusing for stills and a quieter STM stepping motor for video AF. It’s the second Canon lens to offer this type of motor; the first was the 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 IS USM introduced in February.

The 70-300mm II’s information panel can be used to display focusing distance, focal length and ‘shake amount’. The lens claims four stops of shake correction, uses one UD element to reduce chromatic aberration and offers a close focusing distance of about 1.2m/4ft.

The EF-M 18-150mm F3.5-6.3 IS brings a 29-240mm equivalent zoom to Canon’s mirrorless system. Its image stabilization also claims 4 stops of shake correction.

The Canon EF 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 IS II USM will go on sale in November for $ 550. The Canon EF-M 18-150mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM will sell for $ 500 in December in graphite and silver.

Press release

CAPTURE HIGH-QUALITY ACTION SHOTS AND VIDEO FROM AFAR WITH THE NEW CANON EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 IS II USM lens

Affordable Lens Features NANO USM Technology, Enhanced Image Stabilizer and Information Display

MELVILLE, N.Y., September 15, 2016 – Having the right tool for the job has long been the mantra for professional photographers and hobbyists alike. Canon’s wide array of lenses provide users with a variety of creative options to help capture dynamic photos and videos with their DSLR cameras. Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, announced today the new Canon EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 IS II USM lens featuring NANO USM technology for high-speed and near-silent focusing in both still and video modes. The lens also features a new LCD information display and four-stop* image stabilization.

“To help photographers that are striving to create the most amazing pictures and videos possible, Canon is dedicated to developing the best tools to help them with their goal,” said Yuichi Ishizuka, president and COO, Canon U.S.A., Inc. “Having this new EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 IS II USM lens in a photographer’s camera bag will surely help them achieve their creative vision.”

Designed with the user in mind, this affordable new lens includes technology to spark creativity and deliver excellent image and video quality from afar. This is the second Canon lens equipped with NANO USM technology, a focusing motor that combines the benefits of a ring USM (ultrasonic motor) for high-speed AF during still photo shooting and lead-screw type STM (stepping motor) for smooth and quiet video autofocusing (AF)

Features for the Canon EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 IS II USM lens include:

  • High-speed autofocus for shooting stills and smooth, near-silent autofocus when shooting video is achieved by incorporating NANO USM technology.
  • New Lens Information Display shows focusing distance, focal length and shake amount.
  • One UD Lens helps reduce chromatic aberration and delivers outstanding high resolution and high-contrast results.
  • Image Stabilizer effect at up-to-4* stops of shake correction helps capture sharp images.
  • Circular aperture (9 blades) helps deliver beautiful, soft backgrounds.
  • Full-time manual focus allows manual focus adjustment while in AF Mode.

The Canon EF 70-300mm F/4.5-5.6 IS II USM lens is scheduled to be available in November 2016, for an estimated retail price of $ 549.99**. For more information: http://www.usa.canon.com/

* Based on CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) standards. Testing performed using the EOS-1D X digital SLR camera at a focal length of 300mm.

** Availability, specifications and price are subject to change without notice. Actual prices are set by individual dealers and may vary.

Key Features of the Canon EF-M 18-150mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM Lens Include:

  • Canon’s first EF-M high-zoom power lens covering a broad range of shooting scenes with a high-zoom ratio of up to 8.3x (29–240mm equivalent).
  • Compact and lightweight design allows for easy portability.
  • Optical design helps provide excellent image quality across a broad zoom range comparable to the EF-S 18–135mm f/3.5–5.6 IS USM lens.
  • Maximum magnification of 0.31x at focal length 150mm.
  • Image Stabilizer effect at up to 4 stops of shake correction helps capture sharp images.

Canon EF 70-300 F4-5.6 IS II USM / EF-M 18-150mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM specifications

  Canon EF 70-300 F4-5.6 IS II USM Canon EF-M 18-150mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM
Principal specifications
Lens type Zoom lens
Max Format size 35mm FF APS-C / DX
Focal length 70–300 mm 18–150 mm
Image stabilization Yes (4 stops)
Lens mount Canon EF Canon EF-M
Aperture
Maximum aperture F4–5.6 F3.5–6.3
Minimum aperture F32–45 F22–40
Aperture ring No
Number of diaphragm blades 9 7
Optics
Elements 17
Groups 12 13
Special elements / coatings UD element 2 aspherical + 1 UD element
Focus
Minimum focus 1.20 m (47.24″) 0.25 m (9.84″)
Maximum magnification 0.25× 0.31×
Autofocus Yes
Motor type Nano ultrasonic Stepper motor
Full time manual Yes
Focus method Rear
Focus notes Nano USM motor combines best of STM and ring-type USM
Distance scale No
DoF scale No
Physical
Weight 710 g (1.57 lb) 300 g (0.66 lb)
Diameter 80 mm (3.15″) 61 mm (2.4″)
Length 146 mm (5.75″) 87 mm (3.43″)
Sealing No
Colour Black Graphite or silver
Zoom method Rotary (extending)
Power zoom No
Zoom lock Yes No
Filter thread 67.0 mm 55.0 mm
Hood supplied No
Tripod collar No
Other
Notes Lens Information Display shows focusing distance, focal length and shake amount.

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21 Technicolor Images of Fall Leaves

16 Sep

Here in the Northern Hemisphere fall is upon us and the leaves are already changing color. What better time to get out and photograph them!

Let’s see what these photographers captured in this colorful images of fall leaves:

Louise Leclerc

By Louise Leclerc

Ram Yoga

By Ram Yoga

Darlene Hildebrandt

By Darlene Hildebrandt

Chechi Peinado

By Chechi Peinado

Stanley Zimny (Thank You For 19 Million Views)

By Stanley Zimny (Thank You for 19 Million views)

Jacki-dee

By jacki-dee

*Psyche Delia*

By *Psyche Delia*

Nicole Nicky

By Nicole Nicky

Greg Johnston

By Greg Johnston

Peaceful-jp-scenery

By peaceful-jp-scenery

Anne Worner

By Anne Worner

Susana Fernandez

By Susana Fernandez

Gisella Klein

By Gisella Klein

Stanley Zimny (Thank You For 19 Million Views)

By Stanley Zimny (Thank You for 19 Million views)

Paulo Valdivieso

By Paulo Valdivieso

Crifo

By crifo

Mike Monaghan

By Mike Monaghan

J J

By J J

Ms.Kimberly_B

By Ms.Kimberly_B

Susanne Nilsson

By Susanne Nilsson

Mirai Takahashi

By Mirai Takahashi

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Canon EOS M5: What you need to know

16 Sep

Canon EOS M5: What you need to know

With a 24MP sensor and Dual Pixel autofocus, Canon’s new EOS M5 is the mirrorless camera that a lot of Canon fans have been waiting for. We had the chance to get our hands on a pre-production model earlier this summer and in this article, we’ll give you a quick tour of the M5’s key features and controls.

Canon EOS M5: What you need to know

The DSLR-styled EOS M5 is the most advanced M-series camera yet, and borrows a lot from the EOS 80D, including a Digic 7 processor and equivalent (Canon claims) Dual Pixel AF performance. As such, among other things we’d expect it to be capable of very good image quality, and better Raw dynamic range than its predecessors. 

Canon EOS M5: What you need to know

Despite its small size, the M5 boasts a generous hand-grip, which makes it very comfortable to hold. It doesn’t have the heft of one of Canon’s DSLRs, but we wouldn’t expect it to. That said, the M5’s construction is top notch and at 427g  (15.1oz), the body has a reassuring weight. 

Canon EOS M5: What you need to know

This view gives you an idea of the M5’s compact form factor. Despite packing an APS-C sensor and 2.36 million-dot viewfinder It really is ‘palm-sized’.

Canon EOS M5: What you need to know

This view show’s the EOS M5’s sensor exposed. It’s the same 24MP APS-C format sensor that can be found in the EOS 80D, with the same ISO range of 100-16000, expandable up to ISO 25,600. More significant is the inclusion of Dual Pixel AF – finally bringing one of Canon’s most impressive features to mirrorless.

Canon EOS M5: What you need to know

Dual Pixel AF uses on-sensor phase-detection pixels, covering roughly 80% of the image area. As we’ve seen in DSLRs like the EOS 80D and EOS 5D IV, Dual Pixel is a huge leap forward compared to traditional contrast-detection autofocus systems, both in terms of responsiveness and accuracy. 

Dual Pixel AF can also be used to track moving subjects, and we have high hopes for the M5’s performance in this respect. The M5 can capture images at an impressive rate of 7fps with AF-C, and 9fps when focus is locked. 

Canon EOS M5: What you need to know

From the top, the EOS M5 looks like a true mixture of a G-series compact camera and one of Canon’s midrange DSLRs. There’s the familiar EOS exposure mode dial on the top left, and a PowerShot-style exposure compensation dial on the extreme right.

Between them are twin control dials, one of which encircles the M5’s shutter button. The function of the secondary, rearmost dial can be used in conjunction with the ‘Dial Func’ button to gain quick access to a handful of functions (such as White Balance, ISO, Drive Mode…). 

Canon EOS M5: What you need to know

The EOS M5 has a 180-degree tilting screen, but somewhat unusually, at full extension it tilts out under the camera. You know – for selfies. 

Canon EOS M5: What you need to know

More useful (we think) is the diagonal angling possible when the camera is held pointing away from you. 

Canon EOS M5: What you need to know

The M5’s 3.2in, 1.62 million-dot touchscreen is a pleasure to use, and makes AF point positioning and stills and video framing a breeze, even from low and high angles. Flipping through and zooming into images by touch in playback mode is a nice time-saver, too, and the screen can also be used to position AF point with your eye to the finder (Panasonic style).

Despite its touch-sensitive rear screen, the M5 isn’t short on physical control points, and the cluster of buttons on the back of the camera will be immediately familiar to users of high-end Canon PowerShot cameras. The red movie recording button might look a bit tucked out of the way, but it’s actually in a good position to be activated by the right thumb.

Canon EOS M5: What you need to know

The EOS M5’s LP-E17 battery slots beneath its handgrip, and offers a quoted battery life of 295 shots (CIPA).

Canon EOS M5: What you need to know

The M5’s 1080/60p video spec is pretty middle-of-the-road (and essentially the same as the EOS 80D) but little things like a jack for an external microphone mean that it is capable of being used as a video camera for most applications (provided you don’t need 4K).

Canon EOS M5: What you need to know

On the palm side of the M5’s handgrip you’ll find a small recessed button to initiate the M5’s wireless pairing. Built-in Wi-Fi with NFC and Bluetooth mean that images from the M5 can be sent to a compatible smartphone or tablet, and the camera can be controlled remotely via Canon’s EOS Remote app. 

Canon EOS M5: What you need to know

The EOS M5 will be available in November, kitted with either the 15-45mm (24-72mm equiv) or new 18-150 F3.5-5.6 IS STM (28-240mm equiv) zoom lenses.

What do you think of it? Is the EOS M5 the Canon mirrorless camera you’ve been waiting for? Let us know in the comments.

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Use These Few Lightroom Sliders To Make Your Image Pop

16 Sep

One of the most used tools in Lightroom to bring attention to the subject is the vignette tool. However, unless you are very subtle with the vignette tool it will be very obvious what you did to the image to make the subject pop. If you overdo it, the vignette tool will leave a distinct dark circular frame near the Continue Reading

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Leica Sofort instant camera officially announced ahead of Photokina debut

16 Sep

Following speculation that such an announcement was imminent, Leica has taken the wraps off its new Sofort instant camera, something photographers can use to ‘create small, haptic works of art and lasting memories,’ according to the company. The Leica Sofort features a fixed 60mm (34mm equivalent) lens with an F12.7 aperture, an integrated flash, eight operation modes, 1/8 to 1/400s mechanical shutter and a rear optical 0.37x viewfinder. In other words, it’s more than likely to be a re-badged Fujifilm Instax Mini 90.

The Sofort, which is set to make its first public debut at Photokina, will be available in mint, white, and orange colors. Users have eight operation modes to choose from: Automatic, Selfie, People & Party, Action & Sport, Bulb, Macro, Self-Timer, and Double Exposure. The integrated electronic flash includes the following four modes: Auto, Forced On, Forced Off, and Forced On w/Red-Eye Reduction.

The Sofort will launch this upcoming November alongside three different instant film pack options: a color film pack with 10 exposures, a color film double pack with 20 exposures, and a monochrome film pack with 10 exposures. The camera will also accept Fujifilm’s Instax mini film.

Several accessories will also be offered, including a range of carrying straps in black & white, mint, and orange colors; soft carrying cases in brown or black; the Sofort Photo Presenter for presenting photographs; Sofort Postcards 3-packs with support for attaching pictures; the Sofort Photo Album; and, finally, the Sofort Storage Boxes, which will be offered in sets of three with the following color combinations: white & black, orange & black, and mint & black.

Pricing information hasn’t yet been revealed.

Source: Leica

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RAW by 500px comes with licensing and assignment notifications

16 Sep

iOS 10 finally brings Raw capture and editing to the iPhone, and a range of camera and editing apps have already integrated the new feature. The RAW by 500px app does the same but takes things a step further by adding image licensing and on-demand photography assignments to the feature set.

After editing your images, they can be submitted to 500px for licensing. Photographers can earn up to 60% commission if an image is licensed to publishers, advertisers or marketers. In the near future users of the app will also be notified of on-demand photography assignments in their geographical area.

“With RAW, we set out to create a great capture and edit experience that photographers could have fun and be familiar with. Something that feels like it should be part of our everyday photography workflow on mobile,” Adam Shutsa, VP of Design at 500px shares. “After speaking to many community members, we made sure this app would fit your processing workflow and needs.”

In addition to the usual exposure and tonal parameters, Raw editing tools include hue, saturation and luminance by color. The app allows you to save your favorite settings as a custom filter and, if that sounds too much work, you can alternatively use one of the community filters that have been created by photographers around the world. RAW by 500px is now available on the App Store.

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Zeiss adds 85mm F2.4 to Loxia line for full-frame E-mount

16 Sep

Zeiss has just added an 85mm F2.4 to its Loxia range for full-frame Sony E-mount cameras. The 85mm brings a traditional portrait option to the 35mm F2, 50mm F2 and 21mm F2.8 existing models in the lineup. The manual focus lens offers the aperture de-click feature found on its siblings and promises ‘virtually distortion-free’ optics. The Zeiss Loxia 85mm F2.4 will go on sale in mid-December for $ 1399/€1399.

Press release:

Telephoto lens for the ZEISS Loxia family

With the ZEISS Loxia 2.4/85, the optics company expands its compact lens family for mirrorless Sony full-frame cameras with E mount

OBERKOCHEN/Germany, 15/09/2016.

The newest member of the ZEISS Loxia family is a short telephoto lens called the ZEISS Loxia 2.4/85. It supplements three focal lengths that are already available for this lens family, namely the ZEISS Loxia 2.8/21, Loxia 2/35 and Loxia 2/50, and was specially designed for mirrorless full-frame cameras with E mount. The compact ZEISS Loxia lenses are the ideal choice for travel and street photographers who value light and compact camera equipment. “In terms of its technology and the feel of its surface, the ZEISS Loxia 2.4/85 fits perfectly with the existing focal lengths, and is particularly well suited for portrait photography,” said Christophe Casenave, product manager with ZEISS Camera Lenses. The ZEISS Loxia 2.4/85 will be available in stores starting mid of December 2016.

Optimized ZEISS Sonnar® design

The new ZEISS Loxia 2.4/85 has been designed for digital sensors. Based on an optimized ZEISS Sonnar design, it has seven lens elements in seven groups. “With the ZEISS Loxia 2.4/85, we have managed to develop a well-rounded and new interpretation of the original ZEISS Sonnar optical design that meets all the requirements of digital photography and videography,” continued Casenave. The lens has a minimum object distance of 0.80 meters and a manual focus ring with a rotation angle of 220 degrees, enabling the subtlest variations of focusing. The large aperture of f/2.4 combined with the high-quality optical design ensures an appealing bokeh. The electronic interface transfers both lens data (EXIF) and focus movements, and activates the magnification function of the camera if desired by the user. “Precise manual focusing with hard stop and the mechanical setting of the aperture (working aperture priority mode) provide sophisticated photographers who don’t want to leave everything to the camera abundant possibilities for composition,” said Casenave.

Also suitable for cine applications

With the well-known De-Click function of the ZEISS Loxia lenses, the optics company is also targeting videographers. The De-Click function allows to mechanically deactivate the click stops on the aperture ring — a condition for silent and smooth adjustments of the aperture. As a result, the ZEISS Loxia 2.4/85 is also an attractive lens for video cameras that have an E mount, such as the Sony PXW-FS7 and PXW-FS5. A robust metal barrel, the filter diameter of M52 (which is identical across all focal lengths) and protection against penetration of dust and spray onto the lens mount complete the entire package. In addition, the external diameter, which is uniform across all ZEISS Loxia lenses, simplifies film shoots.

ZEISS Lens Gears

ZEISS Loxia lenses can also be used with a follow focus system. Made of high-quality aluminum with a hardened surface coating, the ZEISS Lens Gears are slid onto each respective lens and, through simple mounting, attached to the focus ring of the lens by turning two rings that each go in the opposite direction. Supplemented by a follow focus system, precise focusing is therefore possible and ZEISS Loxia lenses become endowed with similar features as a full-scale cine lens. The ZEISS Lens Gear Rings in the sizes mini (62 – 69mm, 60 – 67mm with GumGum) fit the ZEISS Loxia lenses.

Price and availability

Global delivery of the ZEISS Loxia 2.4/85 will begin mid of December 2016. The lens shade is included with delivery. The recommended retail sales price is 1,399 euros (including 19% VAT in Germany) or 1,399 US$ .

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Throwback Thursday: Canon PowerShot Pro70

16 Sep

You have to scroll a long way down the list of DPReview’s camera reviews to find the Canon PowerShot Pro70 – all the way to the very bottom, in fact. The Pro70 was the first review ever published to the site, authored by site founder Phil Askey.

The Pro70 made its debut in early 1999, at a time when digital cameras were just beginning to enter the consumer mainstream. In fact, the Pro70’s SLR-like shape prompted some onlookers to ask where the film went. Of course, there was no film – but here’s what the Pro70 did offer:

  • 1.68MP 1/2″ CCD (CYGM!) sensor
  • 28-70mm equivalent lens
  • F2-2.4 lens
  • Flip out / swivel 2″ LCD
  • 3fps burst at 768 x 512
  • Hotshoe
  • ISO 100, 200 (400 in low resolution)
  • Not one, but TWO CF card slots

All for the very reasonable price of $ 1200. Naturally, an 18-year-old piece of technology is going to look wildly underpowered by modern standards, but in its time the Pro70 offered a lot to the amateur photographer looking to embrace digital. Here’s a closer look at some of its notable features.

A crazy little thing called Raw

Part of the review was dedicated to describing a radical and innovative feature called ‘CCD RAW mode’, which was actually just a Raw file as we know it now. At the time this was a much-welcome alternative to saving bulky TIFF files to your CF card, but added the complication of needing your PC to interpret the recorded file. This was done using Canon’s included TWAIN driver (in the days before Adobe Camera Raw, you accessed Raw files through the same system often used for communicating with scanners), which Phil noted was ‘a little slow’ and prone to color shifts.

Aperture control and not much else

It’s amazing what you find packed into a modern enthusiast camera. Full manual exposure controls are a given, and though you may be changing multiple settings with a single rear dial, even the smallest compact targeted at enthusiast shooters will allow you to change your shutter speed.

Not so with the Pro70. It offered manual aperture control, including an option to enable a built-in ND filter to darken things below F8 without inducing additional diffraction. But what an aperture: before compact cameras got caught in a race to be cheapest, manufacturers offered cameras with bright lenses. F2-2.4 might only by F9.3-11 in full-frame terms, but the Pro70 existed a whole seven years before full frame digital became anything like accessible and would have helped get the most out of that 1/2″ sensor.

It was enough to prompt Imaging Resource to say: ‘…the combination of unusually wide-angle lens, exceptional low-light capability, and wonderful external-flash integration make for a superlative “indoor” camera!

Everything else is handled by the camera, though if you switched to the its lower-res 2fps mode you unlocked ISO 400 and shutter speeds up to 1/8000s. Remember that the next time you change the shutter speed on your smartphone camera.

Top notch image quality

Phil rated the image quality from the Pro70 as ‘superb’ in the review’s conclusion. Someone deleted the sample gallery a while ago so we can’t show you the proof, but it certainly impressed the reviewer We just rescued the sample gallery from the depths of some forgotten hard drive, so you can see for yourself what the Pro70 was capable of. Given that you couldn’t change white balance, metering mode or most of the exposure parameters, it’s a good thing that OOC JPEGS ended up looking nice. 

Tilting LCD for selfies (or something like that)

The Pro70 offered a flip-out, fully articulated LCD, a feature that persists today in many enthusiast cameras with more or less the same implementation. Sure, the 2″ display is only slightly bigger than your typical smart watch these days, but in the Pro70 it was an innovative and welcome feature.

Another welcome design choice was the use of Compact Flash cards. Our Throwback Thursday features have often seen us running into problems finding the right connectors, recording media and floppy drives required to get images from the camera, even with models as little as ten years old. Not a problem for the Pro70: the camera is happy to work with whatever size and speed of CF card you slot into it, even if modern, multi GB cards to promise the ability to store near-infinite numbers of 1.68MP JPEGs.

Technology has obviously marched quite far forward since the Pro70, but the camera will still hold a special distinction around here for a long time to come.

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