Digital Media Productions: Daily Photography News http://www.digitalmedia-productions.com/photonews0.php Photography News, Digital Camera and Imaging Resources! A news and information site dedicated to pro's and photo enthusiasts alike. Digital camera news, reviews, buyers guide, submit your image to our "Image of the Week" gallery. Shop for digital cameras and more! en-gb 2004 2004-09-11 pablo@digitalmedia-productions.com Best of the Web Directory http://www.digitalmedia-productions.com/photonews0.php Forbes lists several camera and photography shopping websites. Digital camera market peaked too soon, says IDC report http://www.digitalmedia-productions.com/photonews0.php The digital camera industry has reached maturity early, and the heady growth rates will slow, according to a recent report. Fujitsu introduces enhanced ScanSnap scanner with new software features http://www.digitalmedia-productions.com/photonews0.php The scanner offers an advanced software bundle, including Adobe Acrobat 7.0 Standard, ScanSnap Organizer version 1.0, and ScanSnap Manager version 2.0. Inventor creates reversible picture frame to display photos simultaneously http://www.digitalmedia-productions.com/photonews0.php The "Take Two Picture Frame" can display two photographs, or show both sides of a framed item, such as a sports card. BallStars adds mini photo home plates http://www.digitalmedia-productions.com/photonews0.php BallStars, New Century, Kan., USA, added miniature photo home plates to its product offerings. Canon unveils PowerShot S2 IS hybrid digital camera http://www.digitalmedia-productions.com/photonews0.php The Canon PowerShot S2 IS hybrid digital camera will be available in June for $499.99. Nikon introduces two new digital SLR cameras, one model under $1,000 http://www.digitalmedia-productions.com/photonews0.php Nikon introduces the entry-level D50 digital SLR camera with an estimated street price of $899 (with the AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED lens.). Momento to launch Australia's first photo book service for pro photographers http://www.digitalmedia-productions.com/photonews0.php Australia's first premium photobook printing service for professional photographers - Momento Pro - will be launched at the PICA tradeshow in Brisbane, Australia, in May. Canon U.S.A. offers "Cash In With Canon" rebate program http://www.digitalmedia-productions.com/photonews0.php Canon U.S.A. Inc., Lake Success, N.Y., is offering the "Cash In With Canon" Rebate Program from April 15 - July 15, with mail-in rebates from $10 to $500 on select products, including the professional EOS-1D Mark II, EOS 20D and a variety of EF lenses. Eventpix.com announces Platinum Privileges and Internet Success Package to propel online sales http://www.digitalmedia-productions.com/photonews0.php Eventpix is partnering in Bride's, Modern Bride and Elegant Bride magazines' Platinum Privileges Program, designed to support bridal consumers as they make those all-important quality buying decisions. Survey finds fewer than one in 10 U.S. mobile phone subscribers say camera is important feature http://www.digitalmedia-productions.com/photonews0.php Basic features like price, battery life, and ease of use continue to be most important features to consumers. Less than one in 10 subscribers says that a camera is important in their phone purchase decision. Fotobay.com releases Calypso photo-sharing technology http://www.digitalmedia-productions.com/photonews0.php With Calypso, the end user can create their own personalized Cool Objects to add to their albums. Nikon to launch cheaper digital SLR to challenge Canon http://www.digitalmedia-productions.com/photonews0.php Nikon Corp., Tokyo, Japan, said on Monday it would launch a lower-priced digital single lens reflex camera later this month to challenge rival Canon Inc., Tokyo, Japan, in the lucrative market for high-end cameras. Kopin introduces electronic viewfinder for digital cameras http://www.digitalmedia-productions.com/photonews0.php Kopin's new product incorporates in a single module a full-color microdisplay with QVGA (320-by-240) resolution, ultra-thin backlight, optics, and housing.