Sigma firmware update available for SD15 camera

Sigma has announced a useful free firmware update for its SD15 digital SLR. Sigma firmware v1.01 adds a second Quick Set (Qs2) option for additional access to commonly used functions. The updated firmware also adds a Key Sound cancellation function and improves the display quality of the LCD. The firmware is available for free download from the Sigma's website.

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New Leica Firmware update available for Leica S2 camera

Leica has announced a utility enhancing firmware update for its digital camera S2 medium format DSLR. Version 1.0.0.24 adds lossless DNG compression, increase burst rate to 1.5 frames per second and enhance maximum exposure time to 125 seconds. This Leica DSLR camera adding more options for AF/AE button, extends compatibility to 64GB UDMA cards and brings in improvements to the AF performance and preview histogram. All registered camera users can download the new camera firmware through Leica's website.

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Nikon announced D7000 Nikon Firmware update v 1.01

Nikon announced Nikon D7000 firmware update of v1.01. Nikon declared their new firmware able to handle bright spots which sometimes noticeable with live view mode or movie recording of especially dark scenes or subjects will be reduced.

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Bibble Labs anounces Bibble 5.2 Release Candidate of its Bibble 5.2 Raw workflow software

Bibble Labs has made announcement of 'Release Candidate' of its Bibble 5.2 RAW workflow software, extending support to twelve additional cameras including the Nikon D7000, Panasonic DMC-GF2,Pentax K-5 and Olympus E-5. Both the Pro and Lite versions of Bibble 5.2 also include improvements and bug fixes. According to the company's press release, the release candidate version adds significant new features and camera support, but has not completed testing. The update is free to existing Bibble 5.2 RAW workflow customers.

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Panasonic firmware update for 14-140mm lens is available

Panasonic has announced a firmware update for its Lumix G Vario HD 14-140mm / F4.0-5.8 ASPH/ Mega O.I.S. Micro Four Thirds lens. Firmware version 1.4 promises improved autofocus and image stabilization performance in movie mode. The update is available for immediate download from the company's website.

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RAW compatibility update of Aperture 3 releases by Apple

Apple has released a digital camera RAW compatibility update for Aperture 3 and iPhoto. Update 3.5 extends RAW support to seven additional cameras including the Nikon D7000, Canon PowerShot G12 and Panasonic's Lumix DMC-GF2 and DMC-GH2. The update is available for immediate download from Apple's website.

Click here to download the Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update 3.5

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Fuji Firmware update on 3D HD movies available for FinePix Real 3D W3

Fujifilm has released a firmware update for its FinePix Real 3D W3 twin-sensor 3D compact camera. Version 1.10 adds an Economy mode under then HD video recording menu that is optimized for long continuous recording of 3D HD movies. The firmware is available for immediate download from the company's website.

Click here for more information and to download firmware v1.10

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