Author Archives: Chuck_Maas

Current Events

Hewlett-Packard. In a surprise move, HP announced just two days ago that it will cease all operations related to its webOS products, including the TouchPad tablet and Pre 3 phone, and will likely also sell its PC manufacturing business (see … Continue reading

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On Hold

In a 21st century world relentlessly trained to expect instant gratification, waiting for announcements of new and exciting products we just can’t live without from some of the biggest and most influential manufacturers of photographically related hardware in the world … Continue reading

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Unusual Flora

In the quest for compelling images it’s always a pleasure to happen onto something a little out of the ordinary.  Nature is full of variation—part of the continuous challenge to adapt and survive.  During the short wildflower season in Alaska, … Continue reading

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Potpourri

More rebates. In a continuing sign that the market is soft for certain hard goods, here’s another rebate from Epson, this time for their relatively new Stylus Pro 4900 printer—$1,000 off!  You’ll recall this is their top-of-the-line 17” model with … Continue reading

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Big Industry Changes and More New Tools

Should you need proof of turmoil and flux in the photo industry, look to the most recent changing hands of two of the oldest icons in the business—Hasselblad and Pentax.  Two days ago Hasselblad was sold to a venture fund, … Continue reading

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Canon Lens Technologies

Those of you who use Canon EOS camera bodies might be interested in a fairly extensive article on this company’s latest EF lens technologies.   Among the topics discussed are hybrid image stabilization (used in the EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS … Continue reading

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New Tripod Head & Quick-Release Base

Tripods are a great aid in making sharp images even though they can be awkward to use and cumbersome to transport.  There are also different heads for different purposes and finding the right combination can be challenging For those who … Continue reading

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Local Wildlife

It’s family time for all manner of wild creatures in Southcentral Alaska.  Protective moose cows with calves have had run-ins with a number of humans during the last couple of weeks.  It pays to keep your distance from big animals … Continue reading

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Good News

All of us have sensed the disruptions caused by the disasters in Japan in one way or another.  Photo District News Online has an extensive article describing some of the photo related shortages and complications it is creating for some … Continue reading

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Technology Tug of War

Transferring files isn’t a very entertaining process, but it’s necessary, and the more images one makes, the more advantageous rapid file transfer becomes.  You’ve got to get those new captures onto your main system and backup devices somehow.  For a … Continue reading

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