Wednesday, 03/10/10 -- Manfrotto joystick heads offer a uniquely ergonomic way of quickly unlocking, composing and locking the camera position, so you can freely and frequently get the perfect shot. The new 327RC2 and 324RC2 are the latest generation of Manfrotto joystick heads and have been optimized to provide the ultimate in intuitive operation, speed of use, ergonomic comfort and high precision. The 324RC2 ($142) is built to satisfy the needs of photographers who are improving their skills, while the 327RC2 ($211) has been designed to suit advanced photographers looking for high-performance products.

Monday, 03/08/10 -- Canon today announced the launch of the REALiS SX7 Mark II Multimedia LCOS Projector. This new model combines the award-winning features of REALiS projectors with an impressive 4000 lumens of brightness and a Photo Image Mode to assist users with advanced color management and adjustments for ambient lighting conditions. The REALiS SX7 Mark II Multimedia LCOS Projector features advanced LCOS (Liquid Crystal on Silicon) technology with Canon's patented, proprietary AISYS (Aspectual Illumination System) Optical Engine. This advanced technology, combined with the projectors SXGA+ (1400 x 1050) native resolution and 4000 lumens of brightness, delivers extraordinary detailed, lattice-free motion and still images.

Sunday, 03/07/10 -- Panasonic today introduces an addition to its Panasonic LUMIX G Series, the LUMIX DMC-G10, the world's lightest digital interchangeable lens camera with a viewfinder, which packs a host of advanced digital camera functions designed to be easy-to-use for users new to system cameras. The new compact and portable LUMIX G10, which can record 720p High Definition (HD) video in addition to high-quality still images, joins the LUMIX DMC-G2, also introduced today, as part of the Panasonic LUMIX G Series.

Sunday, 03/07/10 -- Canon today announced instant rebates on the EOS 7D digital SLR as well as additional rebates when purchased with the Canon 70-300mm f/4 - 5.6 IS Lens. These are instant rebates that only authorized Canon dealers will be able to honor. You'll also be able to take advantage of the savings immediately without having to mail anything in.

Wednesday, 03/03/10 -- ArcSoft has announced a partnership with PENTAX to provide ArcSoft MediaImpression® for PENTAX's compact cameras starting with the five latest models announced in spring 2010. ArcSoft’s MediaImpression provides users with intelligent ways to organize, view, and edit their photo, music and video. It also provides easy access to share the media to popular online sharing sites such as YouTube®, Flickr® and Facebook™.

Wednesday, 03/03/10 -- Nik Software and a group of its photography industry partners announce today a special attendee sweepstakes promotion for the 2010 Wedding & Portrait Photographers International (WPPI) convention and trade show in Las Vegas, NV, March 8-10. The prize package includes a 2010 Nissan Cube automobile and a collection of top-of-the-line products and services from a range of photo industry partners. The prize package, valued at approximately $20,000, will be awarded to one lucky WPPI attendee on the last day of the show.

Tuesday, 03/02/10 -- Wacom® today has introduced the much anticipated Cintiq®21UX, its newly-redesigned interactive pen display delivering state-of-the-art pen performance and innovative ergonomics in a color-accurate LCD display. Designed specifically to meet the demanding needs of professional photographers, designers, artists and animators, the new Cintiq 21UX offers unparalleled creative control, comfort and productivity. The new Cintiq 21UX (DTK-2100) priced at $1999 USD and will ship beginning later this month or early April.

Monday, 03/01/10 -- Think Tank Photo announces the release of the Logistics Manager™, its first rolling equipment case for lighting and photographic gear. The rolling case's endless interior layout options adapt to numerous equipment combinations and help manage all of the logistics of transporting and using a lot of gear while on location.

Monday, 03/01/10 -- Canon this week released software updates for three software packages that are included with their DSLR models. The update includes the EOS Utility 2.8 for Windows & Macintosh, Digital Photo Professional 3.8 for Windows & Mac, and the Picture Style Editor 1.7 for both PC & Mac. Details of the enhancements and models supported are available by clicking the full story link.

Monday, 03/01/10 -- Canon today pre-announces the release of a firmware update for the multiple award-winning EOS 5D Mark II. Originally announced in late 2009, the update adds 24 and 25 frames per second (fps) recording to the camera's EOS MOVIE video function, and will be available as a free download from the middle of March.