Science of photography

Sony Expands Full-frame Lens Line-up with Introduction of New Large-aperture, Ultra-wide-angle Prime Lens

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Tuesday, February 25, 2020
Bokeh, Science of photography, Optics, Photography, Sony Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* E 24mm F1.8 ZA, Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM

Ensuring exceptional G Lens resolution and bokeh, the FE 20mm F1.8 G is a compact, lightweight, ultra-wide prime lens the widest full-frame prime lens in Sony's E-mount lineup giving users a new resource for stretching the boundaries of their artistic imaginations.

Key Points: 
  • Ensuring exceptional G Lens resolution and bokeh, the FE 20mm F1.8 G is a compact, lightweight, ultra-wide prime lens the widest full-frame prime lens in Sony's E-mount lineup giving users a new resource for stretching the boundaries of their artistic imaginations.
  • It has excellent close-up performance, with a minimum focus distance of 7.5 inches (max.
  • The compact design and versatility of the FE 20mm F1.8 G makes it the perfect all-inclusive lens for photographers and videographers.
  • New content will also be posted directly at the Sony Photo Gallery and the Sony Camera Channel on YouTube.

Mazzucchelli to produce acetate sheet made from Eastman's fully sustainable acetate flake

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Tuesday, February 25, 2020
Chemistry, Cellulose diacetate, Science of photography, Acetate, Chemical substances, Cellulose, Organic compounds

Mazzucchelli will produce and sell acetate sheet made from Eastman Acetate Renew, a cellulose diacetate composed of 60% biobased and 40% certified recycled content.

Key Points: 
  • Mazzucchelli will produce and sell acetate sheet made from Eastman Acetate Renew, a cellulose diacetate composed of 60% biobased and 40% certified recycled content.
  • "We're honored that our long-time partner Mazzucchelli will be the first to produce acetate sheet made from entirely sustainable acetate flake and to divert waste from landfills in the process."
  • Eastman is now producing Acetate Renew, and Mazzucchelli expects to have sheet made from this material commercially available before the end of Q2.
  • Acetate scrap from Mazzucchelli and certified frame manufacturers will be returned to Eastman to be converted into new acetate flake using chemical recycling technology.

Mazzucchelli to produce acetate sheet made from Eastman's fully sustainable acetate flake

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Tuesday, February 25, 2020
Chemistry, Cellulose diacetate, Science of photography, Acetate, Chemical substances, Cellulose, Organic compounds

Mazzucchelli will produce and sell acetate sheet made from Eastman Acetate Renew, a cellulose diacetate composed of 60% biobased and 40% certified recycled content.

Key Points: 
  • Mazzucchelli will produce and sell acetate sheet made from Eastman Acetate Renew, a cellulose diacetate composed of 60% biobased and 40% certified recycled content.
  • "We're honored that our long-time partner Mazzucchelli will be the first to produce acetate sheet made from entirely sustainable acetate flake and to divert waste from landfills in the process."
  • Eastman is now producing Acetate Renew, and Mazzucchelli expects to have sheet made from this material commercially available before the end of Q2.
  • Acetate scrap from Mazzucchelli and certified frame manufacturers will be returned to Eastman to be converted into new acetate flake using chemical recycling technology.

AKVIS Refocus 10: Now with Improved Bokeh Effects!

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Wednesday, January 15, 2020
Science of photography, Photographic techniques, Optics, Visual arts, Bokeh, Blur, Motion blur, Tilt–shift photography, Skills

PERM, Russia, Jan. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --AKVIS announces the major update of AKVIS Refocus, software to fix out-of-focus photos and apply various blur effects.

Key Points: 
  • PERM, Russia, Jan. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --AKVIS announces the major update of AKVIS Refocus, software to fix out-of-focus photos and apply various blur effects.
  • Version 10.0 offers the enhanced bokeh effects, new presets, fixed bugs and improved program's stability.
  • AKVIS Refocus enhances the sharpness of blurred images and adds artistic bokeh and lens blur effects.
  • The program works in five modes: Refocus , Tilt-Shift , Iris Blur , Motion Blur , and Radial Blur .

Hesai releases PandarQT, an Ultra-wide FOV LiDAR optimized for blind spot detection

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Friday, January 10, 2020
Science of photography, Lidar, Robotic sensing, Senses, Perception, Angle of view, Vehicle blind spot, Field of view, Blind spot, Nervous system

This 64-channel, ultra-wide FOV LiDAR is the cutting-edge answer to blind spot detection.

Key Points: 
  • This 64-channel, ultra-wide FOV LiDAR is the cutting-edge answer to blind spot detection.
  • It features a 104.2 (52.1) by 360 ultra-wide Field of View (FOV) which is ideal for vehicle blind spot coverage.
  • As with all Hesai LiDARs, each PandarQT unit is checked for range accuracy, precision, and other specs before shipping.
  • That said, reducing the range and thus the cost is not yet the perfect answer to blind spot detection.

SIRUI 50mm f/1.8 1.33x Anamorphic Lens - the Next Step in the Evolution of Cinematic Photography and Filmmaking

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Monday, December 16, 2019
Lens mounts, Photography, Science of photography, Optics, Digital photography, Media technology, Anamorphic format, Angle of view, APS-C, Micro Four Thirds system, Aspect ratio, Fujifilm X-mount

SIRUI anamorphic lens produces image circle covering APS-C sensors and comes in versions with Sony E-mount, FUJIFILM X-mount, and Micro 4/3 mount.

Key Points: 
  • SIRUI anamorphic lens produces image circle covering APS-C sensors and comes in versions with Sony E-mount, FUJIFILM X-mount, and Micro 4/3 mount.
  • SIRUI anamorphic lens is a must-have for filmmakers who want to create works with the widescreen aspect ratio and Hollywood-style lens flare.
  • Compared to the traditional 50mm APS-C lens, it boosts the horizontal field of view by 33%to achieve aFOV equivalent to an APS-C 37.5mm lens.
  • Now SIRUI is thrilled to bring users the 50mm f/1.8 anamorphic lens to cinematize their shots.

The RF Family Grows By Two: Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM Lens Is The World's Shortest And Lightest Lens In Its Class[i] And RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS Is The First Lens To Feature Defocus Smoothing

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Friday, October 25, 2019
Lenses, Photography, Lens mounts, Bokeh, Science of photography, Camera lens, Telephoto lens, Optics, Canon RF mount, Canon EF 85mm lens

Additionally, the company also announced its first lens to feature Defocus Smoothing lens coating, the Canon RF 85 F1.2L DS.

Key Points: 
  • Additionally, the company also announced its first lens to feature Defocus Smoothing lens coating, the Canon RF 85 F1.2L DS.
  • This arrangement is designed to provide photographers with a more balanced feel and experience even at telephoto end of the zoom range.
  • The lens also incorporates a floating focus control, another Canon first, that drives the two lens groups individually while using the two aforementioned Nano USM motors.
  • The lens ushers in a new lens coating from Canon, Defocus Smoothing[iii], designed to enhance the appearance of bokeh in the images captured with the lens.

Digital Shadows Finds Over 550 Fake Election Web Domains

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Wednesday, October 16, 2019
Exposure, Science of photography

Digital Shadows has been exploring the issue of counterfeit Internet domains registered as these sites have the potential to sow confusion and spread misinformation among US voters.

Key Points: 
  • Digital Shadows has been exploring the issue of counterfeit Internet domains registered as these sites have the potential to sow confusion and spread misinformation among US voters.
  • Harrison Van Riper, research analyst at Digital Shadows commented: "Setting up a fake domain is easy with virtually no checks from the organization selling the address.
  • Digital Shadows minimizes digital risk by identifying unwanted exposure and protecting against external threats.
  • Digital Shadows SearchLight helps you minimize these risks by detecting data loss, securing your online brand, and reducing your attack surface.

NexOptic to Reprice Warrants

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Wednesday, October 2, 2019
Physical sciences, Physics, Physical optics, Science of photography, Optics, Camera lens, Aperture, Natural sciences, Angular resolution, Diffraction

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 01, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NexOptic Technology Corp. ("NexOptic" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE: NXO) (OTCQB: NXOPF) (FRANKFURT: E3O1) announced it intends to amend the terms of certain NexOptic share purchase warrants originally issued on August 24, 2017, as part of a private placement (the Warrants).

Key Points: 
  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 01, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NexOptic Technology Corp. ("NexOptic" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE: NXO) (OTCQB: NXOPF) (FRANKFURT: E3O1) announced it intends to amend the terms of certain NexOptic share purchase warrants originally issued on August 24, 2017, as part of a private placement (the Warrants).
  • The Company wishes to reduce the exercise price of the Warrants from $1.50 to $0.45 subject to the approval of the TSX Venture Exchange.
  • NexOptic is developing a suite of optical technologies that now includes AI, NexOptic can increase aperture sizes within given depth constraints of various imaging applications to improve diffraction-limits and resolution.
  • NexOptic is also working to commercialize its ground-breaking artificial intelligence (AI) for imaging as well as exploring opportunities for its innovative mobile lens designs.

Exposure Software Announces Exposure X5, Photo Editing Software for Creative Photographers

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Tuesday, September 24, 2019
Exposure, Science of photography, X5

RALEIGH, N.C., Sept. 24, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Exposure Software , formerly known as Alien Skin Software, today announced the release of Exposure X5, the newest version of their award-winning RAW photo editor for creative photographers.

Key Points: 
  • RALEIGH, N.C., Sept. 24, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Exposure Software , formerly known as Alien Skin Software, today announced the release of Exposure X5, the newest version of their award-winning RAW photo editor for creative photographers.
  • "Exposure X5 is filled with exciting new creative opportunities for professional photographers and those who aspire to be," said Finley Lee, CEO of Exposure Software.
  • Over the years, Exposure became a legend among plug-ins, and evolved into a standalone full-featured editing and organizing solution for creative photographers.
  • Exposure, Snap Art, Blow Up, and the Exposure Software logo are registered trademarks of Exposure Software, LLC.