2006 at Imaging Insider

Practically every core technology area from illumination to software is advancing dramatically today. However, some limitations are starting to arise. One area of concern is in large-format imaging, with the mating of larger area or linescan sensors to many conventional lenses and mounting options (within certain restrictive environments). This can result in a loss of […]

With film cameras filters have traditionally been used to modify both the spectral content (color) and intensity of light, as well as generating special effects like soft focus. Digital cameras operate somewhat differently with respect to color though. Color modification can easily be done “in camera”, and that’s what you’re doing when you set white […]

For many, a camera phone is a nice bit of technology to own, but somewhat without purpose. One new service is attempting to change that. Radar, a service from start-up Tiny Pictures, hopes to make photos from camera phones into a common way for friends to communicate with each other.

Conclusion: The Kodak EasyShare Z612 offers a mix of advanced features and ease of use. If you’re looking to step up from a basic point and shoot, but aren’t ready for a DSLR, the Z612 is a good option. Photo quality suffers a bit in certain lighting conditions, but overall snaps look natural. With the […]

As part as an initiative to market itself to digital-photography enthusiasts, Microsoft hosted a Pro Photo Summit on June 28. At the event, the software maker awarded prizes in its inaugural Future Pro Photographer Contest. One overall winner and three runners-up in different categories were selected. See the winning shots by continuing.

The main camera on the Hubble Space Telescope came back to life Friday for the first time in nearly two weeks after NASA engineers switched to a backup power system, the space agency announced.

June 30, 2006) – ACD Systems International Inc. (TSX:ASA), makers of ACDSeeTM photo management software and CanvasTM technical illustration software, today announced that Mark Franklin has been appointed executive vice president.

American Photo Editor’s Choice Ultrathin Compact camera of the year, the Kodak Easyshare V570, plus other top picks.

The program to recycle printer cartridges at Penn College has produced another check for the general scholarship fund. The Penn College Foundation recently received the check for $132 from the Cartridge World store at 1818 E. Third St. in Williamsport, for empty inkjet and laser cartridges turned in by Penn College employees. Since it began […]

OfficeMax Inc. is eliminating almost all retail mail-in rebate programs — long a source of consumer angst — effective Sunday. Instead, shoppers will see immediate discounts in product pricing at the cash register.

Fairfax, Virginia ˜ It’s an exciting time to be an imaging professional, and SGIA ‘06 (Las Vegas, September 26ˆ29) will prove it, said SGIA President Michael Robertson.

Once again, July 4th is with us, and many American readers will no doubt be anticipating their local fireworks displays, a sight that always seems to fill us with awe – and is a great subject for photos, if you know what to do!