Canon Inc. stated that it has developed a Blue Spectrum Refractive ( BR) optical element that will correct chromatic aberrations in camera lenses to attain superlative image quality. This offering from Canon can substantially refract blue light, which lies within the shortwavelength range. The company creates optical elements by assessing organic optical materials, … [Read more...]
Panasonic stops production of Li-ion batteries
Panasonic Co. stated that it will halt the production of Li-ion batteries at its factory in Beijing as of August 2015 cutting about 1,300 jobs. That particular factory has been producing compact batteries for digital cameras and smartphones. Their profitability has taken a hit due to severe price competition. Panasonic runs two battery factories in China. One is in Sozhu and … [Read more...]
Exhibition brings out Monday Morning Hues
Our regular contributor Ashok Kandimalla held a solo exhibition titled ‘Monday Morning Hues’ from 11th -28th September at Hyderabad. The title takes after the wellknown phrase ‘Monday morning blues’ which connotes to work. The aim of these photographs was to give the viewer a deeper understanding of daily chores which many of the more fortunate amongst us tend to ignore. The … [Read more...]
Extravagance Redefined – Sony Alpha 7R II
The Sony Alpha 7R II camera is all set to revolutionise the market with substantial improvements over its previous model, the Alpha 7R, which is clearly one of the top performing cameras currently in the market. Do join us while we count the milestones... The Alpha 7-series of Full-Frame mirrorless cameras from Sony have already captured the limelight with advanced features … [Read more...]
Fine-tuning Required – Canon Pixma E560
Canon has established itself as a complete imaging company with capability to manufacture sensors, processors, lenses and cameras along with printers and scanners. On our test bench we have the Pixma E560 home multifunctional device. At Smart Photography, we have been very strict about our review requirements and hence have always insisted on reviewing only serious … [Read more...]
