Today's report includes pieces on DxO's hybrid optical / software lens, Nik Software's UPoint technology in Nikon Capture NX, FotoNation's in-camera software, iView's survey results and a visit with Peter Louden. Read on for more on these stories! (More)

Panasonic: HDTV projector w/ SD card slot

11:36 EST - Panasonic Projector Systems, a division of Japanese consumer electronics company Matsushita Electric Industrial Co. Ltd., is showing a new LCD projector system at this year's PMA show.

We wouldn't normally cover a projector announcement as they're rather outside the remit of this site, but the Panasonic PT-P1SDU is interesting as an example of the company's strategy of providing added value by interlinking the functionality of products across a range of categories. A built-in secure digital card slot compatible with the company's lineup of Lumix digital cameras lets you view your... (More)

PMA: Mike Sweeps the Floor

02:15 EST - Mike takes a hike through the PMA trade show floor. Put your feet up and come along for a tour of a few of the more compelling exhibits.

We start with a peek at the IR Video Team in action before taking a look at a few booths. Then we get our hands on the new Gitzo monopod (which weighs less than a pound) before looking over Mistubishi's latest 600 dpi dye sub. We get a closer look at Lensbaby before covering the new toolkit from Vicman. Then we look into Lexar's new ActiveMemory flash memory. A visit to Sony reveals a $200 bargain... (More)