Archive for June 27th, 2007
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom as imaging software of the year.
June 27th, 2007 | 
Author: As mentioned, Popular Photography published its list of Editor’s Choices for 2007. For imaging software Adobe Lightroom wins as Imaging Software of the Year. A pretty impressive title considering the short time Lightroom has been on the shelves.
For the Mac world, Aperture still rules as top dog.
Top entry level SLR kudos go to the Sony Alpha 100. Sony’s first SLR after aquiring the assets of Konica-Minolta stays as the choice of the year again. It also garnered this award in 2006 right after it’s debut. Even though my little beauty the Rebel XTi isn’t numero uno, it’s still amusing to think that cameras this powerful are considered entry level.
The advanced DSLR category sees the Pentax K10D at the top of the list. Both the Sony A100 and the K10D have built in shake reduction.
Considering the offerings of both Canon and Nikon, we are looking at some pretty impressive camera technology. And as we hear rumors of new cameras on the horizon and software updates, it looks like the rest of the year is going to be just as impressive. Christmas could bring more cameras at lower prices, fitted with even more powerful lenses than we had ever hoped for.
Get’s you all excited just thinking about it, doesn’t it? 
The Editor’s Choice also showcases lenses, tripods, camera cellphones, fine art printers, ultrathing compact cameras and more.
You can read the full list here:
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Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 1.1 hits the Internet
The anticipated update to Adobe Lightroom has hit the Internet. Even though Lightroom is still hot off the press, the talk of an improved version has been the buzz for weeks now. Adobe has released an update which at minimum:
- Improves multiple computer workflow with catalog import/export functionality
- Improves noise reduction and sharpening
- Includes Vista Support
- Additional Camera Support
- Synchronizing Folders
- Synchronizing Exposure
- Metadata-Panel Improvements
- And other new features
The download is listed at 30MB and can be found here:
This marks a very quick update (at least in computer world) for a new release. Adobe has been working with photographers all through the beta and has been quick to take feedback and turn it into a reality. Lightroom has received a lot of praise from press and users for it’s power and ease of use.
For some it comes as a bridge to the often overwhelming and complex Photoshop, while to others it comes as a great companion to complement their existing image editor.
You can find more news and additional blogs from Adobe, Scott Kelby and others by visiting GoLightroom at http://www.golightroom.com/