Firmware updates
EOS 50D
Firmware Version 1.0.6
incorporates the following improvements and fixes:
1. Supports the AF assist beam feature of the Speedlite 270 EX.
2. Changes the error indications that are displayed on the camera.
3. Addresses the vertical banding noise phenomenon.
EOS 450D
Firmware Version 1.1.0
incorporates the following improvement:
1. Supports the AF assist beam features of the Speedlite 270 EX.
EOS 1000D
Firmware Version 1.0.5
incorporates the following improvement:
1. Supports the AF assist beam feature of the Speedlite 270 EX.
Canon software updates
Several Canon software applications have been updated. The latest versions are:
Digital Photo Professional 3.6.1 (Windows and Mac)
Now supports RAW files from EOS 500D. Adds RAW adjustment function for shadows and highlights. Adds support for EF 50mm f2.5 Compact Macro and MP-E 65mm f2.8 to the lens aberration correction function.
EOS Utility 2.6.1 (Windows and Mac)
Adds support for EOS 500D. Adds a function to assist with movie downloading. Prohibits switchover to the Direct Transfer window in movie mode.
Picture Style Editor 1.5.0 (Windows and Mac)
Adds support for EOS 500D. Support for Windows 2000 and Mac OS X 10.3 is discontinued (since version 1.4.1)
Canon RAW Codec 1.5 (Windows XP and Vista)
Adds support for the EOS 500D.
Original Data Security Tools 1.6.0 (Windows XP and Vista)
Adds support for EOS 500D.
You must install the original software from the CD supplied with the camera before you can apply these updates. The updates are available here. (follow the 'Download software and User Manuals' Quick Link)
More support for EOS 5D Mark II
The Adobe Photoshop Camera Raw plug-in provides fast and easy access to Canon RAW image files. The latest version is Camera Raw 5.3 and it includes support for the EOS 5D Mark II. This version of Camera Raw is only compatible with Photoshop CS4. If you are still using Photoshop C3 or earlier, you won't have direct access to the EOS 5D Mark II files.
A simple solution is to open the files in Canon's Digital Photo Professional (DPP) software and then use the 'Convert and save' menu option to save as TIFF files. These files will open in any version of Photoshop. Alternatively, download the free Adobe DNG converter and use this to convert the RAW files to the DNG format. DNG is supported by all Photoshop CS versions.
For more information on Camera Raw click here
For more information on Adobe DNG click here
The latest version of Google Picasa also supports the EOS 5D Mark II. Google Picasa is a software editing and management program for both RAW and JPEG images - and it is free. It will run on Windows XP, Vista and Mac OS X. For more information click here
Digital Photo and Imaging Show
London Islington’s Business Design Centre Thursday 18 and Friday 19 June 2009
The DPI show is for professional photographers and agencies active in advertising, fashion, photojournalism, sports/action, portraiture, wedding and lifestyle photography.
Wandsworth Art Festival
Wandsworth Arts Festival aims to excite and dazzle through theatre, visual art, film, photography, poetry, music and more with hundreds of local events. This year’s Wandsworth Arts Festival features photographic exhibitions, a competition, interactive photography workshops and talks from celebrated photographers.
The events take place over two weeks in various locations across the borough. The festival builds to a spectacular finale, The Shimmy, where an array of surprise outdoor arts will take place by the river between Putney Bridge and Wandsworth Park, 2pm to 6pm on Sunday 24 May.
Date: 8 to 24 May 2009
EXHIBITIONS
The Colourful World of Black and White
Tim Rudman, an internationally respected photographer, printer, author and authority on darkroom printing and toning techniques exhibits a selection of photographic works. Tim will give an illustrated talk on his photographic works and techniques on Thursday 21 May 2009. Advanced booking required.
Date: 19 May to 26 July 2009
Venue: Upper Gallery, The Lightbox, Woking, Surrey GU21 4AA. Tel: 01483 737800
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Two exhibitions at Nunnington Hall
Desirer Walks The Streets – a photographic exhibition by Andy Summers
30 April to 7 June 2009
Collective Works – a photographic exhibition by Mary McCartney
16 June to 26 July 2009
Venue: Nunnington Hall, Nr Helmsley, North Yorkshire YO62 5UY. Tel: 01439 748283
COMPETITIONS
Please check the terms and conditions of photographic competitions carefully before entering - some include the right to publish your images without payment even if you are not a prize winner.
DK Travel PhotoBritain Competition
The DK Eyewitness Travel PhotoBritain Competition invites amateur, professionals and under-16 photographers to explore the different faces of Britain, from iconic landmarks and amazing architecture to British eccentrics and archetypal scenes. Four categories: Iconic, Heritage, Wild and My Britain. The winner will have their image published on the front cover of DK Eyewitness Great Britain 2010.
Closing date: 31 May 2009
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International Garden Photographer of the Year ‘Early Bird’ summer competition
IGPOTY judges will look through all entries received by 30 June 2009 and decide which ones fit the 'In Full Bloom' theme best. Five winners will receive a signed and inscribed copy of a new book: International Garden Photographer of the Year Collection 02 featuring all the finalist and commended photographs from this year's competition. All entries will go through automatically to the main iGPOTY competition which closes on 30 November 2009.
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British Wildlife Photography Awards
A brand new international photography competition, the prestigious British Wildlife Photography Awards celebrates the talents of photographers of all nationalities practicing in the UK. The competition aims to highlight the great wealth and diversity of the natural history of the British Isles. Total prize fund £13,500 with seven individual category prizes.
Closing date: 31 July 2009
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CIWEM’s Environmental Photographer of the Year
One of the fastest growing photographic competitions in the world, sharing images of environmental and social issues with international audiences. Open to all professional and amateur photographers worldwide. This year’s categories are Changing Climates; Black & Veatch’s World of Difference; Quality of Life; The Natural World; and CIWEM’s Young Environmental Photographer of the Year (Under 21). It encourages entries that are contemporary, creative, experimental, resonant, original and beautiful.
Closing date: 31 July 2009
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Capture the spirit of Glastonbury Abbey
Glastonbury Abbey, the 2,000 year-old mystical venue for prayer and worship, is launching a special photographic competition for all aspiring photographers. The motif of this year’s competition will focus on “The Spirit of Glastonbury Abbey”. Winning pictures will be selected from those that capture the tranquil ambience of the Abbey.
Closing date: 9 September 2009
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Travel Photographer of the Year
TPOTY is run by photographers for photographers, judged by renowned photography experts, and provides amazing prizes, including foreign travel, the latest photographic equipment and photography tuition. Anyone can enter. Wherever you live in the world, whether you’re an amateur or professional photographer, and whatever age you are, you can enter TPOTY.
Closing date: 22 September 2009
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