Well another great event that ASA held in Edmonton. Too bad the weather wasn’t the best. The morning when i arrived it was raining, afternoon was not too bad. Then when we got in the 2nd run group of fun runs the weather just turned into pure nasty-ness! Well on with the pix! Enjoy!
Its here! Its official! Nikon D700 and SB-900 has been announced! Here are the specs for the Nikon D700:
* 12.1 megapixel FX (full-frame) CMOS sensor with high signal-to-noise ratio, wide dynamic range, and built-in self-cleaning sensor unit that minimizes dust.
* ISO 200 – 6400: extendable up to 25600 (equivalent) and down to ISO 100 (equivalent).
* 5fps continuous shooting (8fps with optional MB-D10 battery pack with lithium-ion battery EN-EL4a or 8 AA batteries).
* EXPEED image processing engine with 14-bit A/D conversion and 16-bit image processing for superb detail and tonal gradation.
* Advanced Scene Recognition System combines the camera’s metering and AF sensors for precise exposures and sharply defined images.
* Multi-CAM3500FX 51-point AF system. Individually selectable or configurable in 9-point, 21-point and 51-point coverage settings.
* Picture Controls streamline in-camera image processing by enabling the pre-set customization of image parameters such as sharpening, contrast, brightness, hue and saturation in various color modes.
* 920,000 dot 3-inch VGA LCD monitor with wide, 170-degree viewing angle.
* Live View with Autofocus enables composition of images by use of the LCD monitor. Two modes are supported: Handheld or Tripod.
* DX Crop Mode can be automatically enabled when a DX format lens is attached.
* Quick response: approx. 40 ms shutter-lag.
* Active D-Lighting enables superior high-contrast images by automatically applying tone compensation at the moment of capture.
* HDMI video output interface enables connection to high-definition video systems.
* Intuitive ergonomics with optimized button placement for fast and comfortable handling.
* Durable Magnesium alloy body: moisture and dust resistant.
* Wireless LAN and Ethernet support via optional Wireless Transmitter WT-4.
SB-900 Specs:
* Professional i-TTL (intelligent TTL) Speedlight compatible with FX and DX format SLR cameras.
* Compatible with the Nikon Creative Lighting System.
* Centre-weighted, Even and Standard illumination patterns: Centre-weighted mode concentrates illumination to the centre of the frame, useful when using a telephoto lens. Even mode diffuses light evenly across the frame, useful when taking group shots. Standard mode offers a standard balance of power and light distribution.
* 17-200mm auto zoom range: covered in just 1.2 seconds. 14mm zoom range when using built-in diffuser or Speedlight dome.
* Automatic detection of sensor format: automatically recognises FX or DX format cameras.
* High-speed recycling time of 2.2 seconds, using four AA-type batteries.
* Intuitive interface with large LCD screen and 3 all-purpose switches that can be individually configured.
* AF-Assist illumination: compatible with Multi-CAM3500 FX / DX AF sensors.
* Bounce capability: rotates horizontally 180º to right and left, tilts up to 90º and down to 11º.
* Thermal protection system: programmable to warn of excessive heat build up during high intensity firing.
* Automatic filter detection: Speedlight automatically adjusts the attached camera’s white balance settings when a fluorescent or incandescent color filter is used.
* Firmware can be upgraded via the storage media in the attached camera.
Here is a great little video of the new Honda NSX around the Ring. Honda is wanting to build the next NSX to beat the Might GT-R. Sit back and enjoy the video!
Street Tire Ultimate Battle! Bridgestone RE-11 vs Dunlop Direzza Sports Z1 Star Spec vs Toyo Proxes R1R vs Yokohama Advan Neova AD07
About a month ago i posted a video of Bridgestone’s RE-01R vs RE-11. This time i’ve got a really great video! The ultimate street tire battle. Its an all-star cast! RE-11, Z1 *spec, R1R’s and AD07’s! To my knowledge its a spec miata that they are all driving. So its a pretty even playing field. Enough talking, on with the video!
Well again we have another installment of AutoX. This time it was a 2 day event. 1st day was a team event, consist of 4 members. 2nd day was a WCMA Regional event. This usually bring all drivers from across western Canada. From Manitoba to BC. We were lucky as the weather was not looking to good for either day, but lucky enough no rain!!! Yay!!!
What to know what the hole deal with the Foveon sensor thingy. Its been the talk forever with photographers. How good is this sensor? Can it compete with the CCD and CMOS sensor found in today’s modern DSLR’s? Check out this review from Anandtech.com.
* Engine: H-4. Flat four-cylinder, 16 valve, turbocharged
* Capacity: 1994cc
* Bore: 92.0mm
* Stroke: 75.0mm
* Engine management: Subaru programmable electronic engine management system
* Power: 300bhp @ 5500rpm
* Torque: 650Nm @ 3000rpm
* Transmission: Six-speed electro-hydraulic, Electro-hydraulically controlled center differential, Mechanical front and rear differentials
* Drive system: Subaru Symmetrical All Wheel Drive
* Suspension: Front: MacPherson strut, Rear: MacPherson strut
* Shock absorbers: Bos, fully adjustable
* Brakes: AP Racing 310mm ventilated discs and six-pot calipers front and rear. For asphalt use, front brakes are 378mm ventilated discs with six-pot calipers
* Exhaust system: Inconnel with Subaru anti-lag system. Fitted with catalytic converters
* Steering: Power assisted rack and pinion
* Dimensions: Overall length: 4415mm
* Overall width: 1800mm
* Overall height: 1475mm
* Wheelbase: 2635mm
* Car weight: 1230kgs (WRC regulation min.)
* Data systems: Single integrated electronic system controlling engine, transmission and data-logging
* In-car display: LCD color monitor with eight selectable data screens
* Tires: Pirelli (championship control tire)
* Radio equipment: Kenwood
* Turbo charger: IHI - with WRC-regulation 34mm restrictor and Subaru anti-lag system
* Spark plugs: DENSO
* Wheels: BBS: 15″ diameter for gravel, 18″ for tarmac
Need i say more! The WRC is gearing up the Greece rally. Many are thinking the new 2008 Subaru WRC Impreza can win the event. We’ll see after the first day of Greece!
Here we go again. I don’t know what to say about this. Is it real or fake? Certainly looks real, if it is Kobe got some mad air with those New Nike Hyperdunks!
