Kodak Bankruptcy

kodak bankruptcy

Kodak Bankruptcy – I just heard this a couple of hours ago but Kodak has filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. And this is significant news not just for the stock markets but for the digital camera and photography space.

Here are the headlines out from Bloomberg about the Kodak Bankruptcy:

  • *KODAK FILES FOR BANKRUPTCY IN NEW YORK
  • *EASTMAN KODAK SECURES $950M IN DEBTOR-IN-POSSESSION FINANCING
  • *KODAK TO MONETIZE NON-STRATEGIC INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY    :EK US
  • *EASTMAN KODAK SAYS NON-U.S. UNITS NOT INCLUDED IN U.S. FILING
  • *KODAK SAYS CHAPTER 11 A `NECESSARY STEP’, `RIGHT THING TO DO’
  • *KODAK EXPECTS TO PAY EMPLOYEE WAGES-BENEFITS             :EK US

Kodak Bankruptcy – Press Release

According to the Business Wire:

“Eastman Kodak Company (“Kodak” or the “Company”) announced today that it and its U.S. subsidiaries filed voluntary petitions for chapter 11 business reorganization in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York.”

And the news that would be relevant to the digital camera afficionados with regards to the Kodak bankruptcy here are:

“Chapter 11 gives us the best opportunities to maximize the value in two critical parts of our technology portfolio: our digital capture patents, which are essential for a wide range of mobile and other consumer electronic devices that capture digital images and have generated over $3 billion of licensing revenues since 2003; and our breakthrough printing and deposition technologies, which give Kodak a competitive advantage in our growing digital businesses.”

What is interested is that this was THE COMPANY that made photography possible. That’s why the image for this post is the iconic yellow canister of Kodak film.

And from MSN Money:

“After trying unsuccessfully to profit from digital cameras and online photo-sharing tools like EasyShare, Kodak now sees its future in the printer business, both in home photo printers and commercial high-speed presses. Kodak is pouring money into the business in hopes of making it successful. Its digital-imaging unit lost $90 million in the third quarter. “

Kodak Bankruptcy

It seems that Kodak wanted to branch out into businesses and ventures that were outside of its forte. And thus the reason for the Chapter 11 Kodak Bankruptcy filing.

If you have read our article on the History of Digital Photography, you will know that it was Steve Sasson and his supervisor, Gareth Lloyd were later awarded U.S. Patent 4,131,919 for their invention of the digital camera. It was in December of 1975 that an electrical engineer of Eastman Kodak company captured the first digital image.

Now that the Kodak Bankruptcy affects this iconic company, who will be the players to step up and fill this void?

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If you liked this article on Kodak Bankruptcy, you’ll like reading about the Best SLR Camera and the EOS Rebel T2i.

 

Posted by dSLR Tips - January 19, 2012 at 8:06 am

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Waterproof Digital Camera Housing

waterproof digital camera housing

Waterproof Digital Camera – These cameras have a special application for the underwater photography enthusiast. Getting a waterproof digital camera housing may be your best bet if you are using digital SLR cameras.

Waterproof Digital Camera Housing

If you’re an enthusiast of photography, then you’ll most in all probability have different cameras to shoot your photographs with. A waterproof digital camera could be an awesome addition for your photographic apparel, and it could give you the possibility to shoot exceptional photographs from the beautiful and luminous scenery right beneath our feet!

There are many types and models available available. Here are some recommendations to help you select the best. Search for a waterproof digital camera on Amazon here.

Waterproof Digital Camera – Your SLR Needs

Since this site Digital SLR Photography Tips is geared toward the dSLR photographer, I want to showcase a few items that you need if you want to take your dSLR underwater. Since electronics and water definitely don’t mix, you will want to ensure that you have a waterproof digital camera housing for your expensive SLR camera.

Underwater photography is a breathtaking area of photography. However, you and many others nevertheless would like to be more informed on this matter. So in that spirit, here are numerous important points concerning waterproof digital camera housings you may appreciate knowing.

Waterproof Digital Camera Housing – Recommendations

I took the liberty of going through Amazon for you with regards to underwater housings for dSLR cameras. There are a few brands that you could take a look at to make your camera a waterproof digital camera.

If you are SERIOUS about underwater photography, then you will realize that your dSLR equipment needs to be top notch. And not only that, your waterproof digital camera housing needs to be very well built.

There are two brands that seem to be promising. One is Aquatica which seems to be on the high end of product lines. And the other is Ikelite.

Waterproof Digital Camera Housing – Reviews

Here is one review from a happy Ikelite customer with his Nikon D300 camera.

Housing operates all buttons on the D-300 and is light weight compared to other under water housings. For the price you can’t beat it. I also like it over the other housings because you can see the entire camera, clear housing, helps see if anything is going wrong. This is my 3rd Ikelite housing and have over 200 dives with them, not one has failed yet.

The Aquatica housings are rated for 300ft while the Ikelite housings are rated for 200ft. Ikelite housings are clear polycarbonate and most of the Aquatica ones I’ve seen aren’t.

Waterproof Digital Camera

Of course, you could always get a small point and shoot camera that will serve you well if you are going to hang out in the pool or hot tub. A great place to start for a waterproof digital camera like that is on Amazon.

Make sure that your waterproof digital camera is IN FACT waterproof. This Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 is waterproof to 40ft and has great reviews on Amazon.

“This camera has exceed my expectations in every way. I’ve had the opportunity to use in the rain, the sea and in a pool. The image quality is far superior than I imaged, especially underwater. The HD video is very good both above and below water. The unit seems sturdy based on the abundant amount of metal use on the body. I wouldn’t be worried if I drop it.”

Furthermore the reviewer was ecstatic that the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 camera stood up to heavy underwater use as shown below:

“Photos and video taken with the Ts3 underwater are sharp + balanced. The water tight seal seems adequate and did not fail after three hours in the pool and several excursions in the sea.”

When taking into consideration all these aspects you now have a better idea of whether to get a waterproof digital camera housing or a waterproof digital camera :)

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Posted by dSLR Tips - December 23, 2011 at 1:39 pm

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5D Mark III

5d mark iii

5D Mark III – Many are still expectant on this highly anticipated released of the new Canon EOS 5D Mark III camera. This camera is slated to replace the 5D Mark II camera with a whole slew of awesome specs that will leave the Canon fan in the dust.

Oh and the 5D Mark III should impress even the most stalwart Nikon fan about how bad-boy it really is :)

5D Mark III

As with the Nikon D800, the Canon 5D Mark III has been hotly anticipated but as of yet still no details forthcoming from the vendors. Of course the production lines for both Canon and Nikon were greatly affected by the Fukushima nuclear disaster and the flooding in Thailand.

There is plenty of bad news for manufacturing companies out of Japan. For Canon, as with Nikon, there are a few preferred venues for PR releases of new products. However, Canon has been mum on the details of the 5D Mark III.

5D Mark III Release Date?

Plenty of Canon fans expected the 5D Mark III to be released on November 3rd. That date has passed us now and we are into 2012. So take this with a grain of salt when I say that the 5D Mark III will be available in Q1 2012.

Still not entirely sure about the release date but Q1 gives about 3 months of leeway until I update this post :)

5D Mark III – Specs

The Canon 5D Mark II was an awesome camera blasting in at 21 MP and a full frame sensor with killer HD video capabilities. Compared with the Nikon D700, the 5D Mark II kicked some serious a$$!

So expect the 5D Mark III to have at least more megapixels and better video quality.

I think plenty of photographers are there are looking for better weather sealing and a better AF system. I hope that the 5D Mark III will deliver on these accounts.

Here’s a quick run down of what to expect for the 5D Mark III camera:

  • 24+ MP
  • 6 fps
  • Better ISO performance
  • Better noise control

Outside of this, there is a whole year left of 2012 right? And we should see the 5d Mark III soon, right? Here’s hoping!

5D Mark III – Recommendations

While you are waiting for more news on the upcoming 5D Mark III, please check out some of the following Canon cameras that may be of interest to you. The links will take you to Amazon where you can learn more…

Please make sure to bookmark this 5d Mark III post and I’ll update it as I get more info! Check out this general 5D Mark III search on Amazon.

Posted by dSLR Tips - December 23, 2011 at 11:51 am

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