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Pentax have released a new version, v1.30, of the K10D firmware, which adds compatibility with Pentax's supersonic motor drive in their SDM lenses. Please click the link below and follow the instructions:

http://www.pentaximaging.com/customer_care/show_firmware?firmId=8793673

Canon have announced 2 new kit lenses which both have image stabilisation. With focal lengths of 18-55mm and 55-250mm, these lenses are expected to become the standard kit lenses for the 400D, replacing the standard 18-55mm and 55-200mm non-IS lenses.

Introductory pricing is $1179 for single (18-55mm) kit and $1349 for the twin (18-55mm + 55-250mm) kits.

Single- and twin-lens kits should be available towards the end of October but demand, as ever, is expected to out-strip supply, so pre-order yours now!

Thinking of buying a digital camera for your school or workplace? Camera-Warehouse can help. We're an independent camera retailer based in Sydney CBD, which means we're not biased towards any brand or affiliation. We give honest advice about what we think is the best camera for your needs whether that's for school children learning about photography for the first time, or for specific corporate requirements. Our team, which includes professional photographers, has a wealth of experience and knowledge to share when it comes to choosing the right camera for you.

• Same-day quote if required
• No pre-payment required (subject to conditions)
• School/government/corporate cheques accepted
• Overnight delivery Australia-wide (subject to availability)

For more information, or to discuss your digital camera needs, call 1300 304 165 or send us an email.

The very cool Olympus MJU 790 waterproof camera is now in stock and ready to ship.

This new model is already a hit and selling fast! We have all three colours, Sunset Orange, Arctic Silver and Midnight Black, available at the moment, but some stock shortages are expected in the months leading to Christmas.

Do not delay and place your order now!

Nikon has anounced a significant price reduction on the D80 from October 1st. This translated into a price reduction of up to $250 across our range of kits. Here are the new prices:

• D80 Body Only : $1429
• D80 + 18-55mm lens : $1549
• D80 + 18-135mm lens : $1769
• D80 + 18-55mm + 70-300mm lenses : $1649
• D80 + 18-135mm + 70-300mm lenses : $1899
• D80 + 18-200mm VR lens : $2499
• D80 + 17-55mm f2.8 lens : $3649
• D80 + Tamron 17-50mm f2.8 : $1999
• D80 + Tamron 18-250mm f3.5-6.3 : $2099

Most kits are currently in stock and ready to ship, so place your order now!

With immediate effect, the price on all Nikon D40X kits has dropped as follows:

• Body only now $929
• 18-55mm kit now $999
• 18-135mm kit now $1199
• 18-55mm + 55-200mm VR kit now $1249 (our pick)
• 18-200mm DX VR kit now $1999

Will this cement Nikon's position as the world's #1 digital SLR brand (according to recent Nikon reports)?

The Nikon COOLPIX P5100 has arrived and is in stock now. This camera replaces the award-winning P5000 and is set to be a hit this summer with its 12 megapixel resolution, large CCD (1/1.72 inches) and 3.5x VR zoom lens.

The days of silver- or black-only digital cameras have been numbered for a while. I can't remember who was first to break the barriers and produce cameras in colours other than the standard, possibly Sony or Kodak, but I do remember that they were very popular, particularly in pink.

However, never has a camera been available in quite so many colours as the FujiFilm FinePix Z10fd. This very affordable camera (just $279 at the time of writing) is available in no less then 7 different colours! How long before we see pink or orange digital SLRs, I wonder?!

Also check out the very popular Olympus mju 790 available in 'sunset orange'.

This is one in a series of 'Tech Tip' articles intended as a guide to digital camera technology and terminology. Its aim is to demystify some of the language used on this site to allow you to make more informed decisions when considering purchasing a new digital camera.

ISO
In relation to digital photography, the ISO (International Organisation for Standards) number, refers to the sensitivity of the digital camera sensor to light, and is derived from the same term relating to film photography. It is therefore often referred to as equivalent ISO in digital photography in reference to the original film standard.

Historically, in film photography, the ISO number was sometimes referred to as the "speed" of the film as it dictated the amount of time required for correct exposure:

• higher ISO values = shorter exposure times = 'quicker' film
• lower values = longer exposure times = 'slower'

Following the rampant success of the Camera Armor dSLR protection, we are pleased to announce the imminent availability of two more very, VERY cool Camera Armor products.

The Armadillo is a camera case that wraps around the body (like the velcro wallets you can get), and includes an LCD screen for extra protection.

The Millipod is a mini...actually, micro-tripod that acts as a desktop stand. It attaches with the Armadillo to the normal tripod screw on the base of the camera and tucks away so neatly and is so light that you never need to remove it!

The Millipod very cleverly uses an adjustable screw that fits nearly all compact cameras.

We are currently able to supply the Camera Armor Armadillo-Millipod combo.