Geek is chic.
It goes without saying that I love my high tech toys, but sometimes it's good to think outside the digital box and get back to your roots. Your film roots that is. This Fourth of July weekend, I'll be taking in all that the city has to offer while snapping up pics with my digital, but it would be fun to have a sprinkling of low-tech snapshots to add to my photographic collection. And since I'll Read more
We may talk a lot about iPhoneography in these parts, but there's no substitute for an "old-fashioned" camera in all its double-digit megapixels, HD video, and interchangeable lens glory. The latest in Sony's camera offerings comes from the brand's Alpha line: the NEX-F3, suited for a more casual photographer, and the SLT-A37, a DSLR kit for those who want to get a little more serious with their Read more
The front-facing camera of the iPhone is nice to have, but when trying to take a picture of myself or capture memories with friends, someone gets cut off or blurred when holding the phone at arm's length. Stepping in for those of us without Go-Go-Gadget Arms, the iPhone camera shutter remote ($40) takes the guess work out of self-portraits and makes sure everyone in the group is accounted for in Read more
There's nothing like an outdoor adventure to get you in the Springtime mood. Add in some sweet camera gear, and I'm all over it. I got to experience both during Sony's recent Sedona Outdoor Excursion, when the company sent me off to explore the red rocks of Northern Arizona, all in an effort to get to know its lineup of new Cyber-Shot, Bloggie, camcorders, and NEX cameras. While you couldn't Read more
For those looking for a new twist on photography, allow me to introduce you to the Lytro camera ($400-$500). This pocket-friendly camera allows you to capture images and refocus your pictures later. The Lytro captures the entire light field in your scene, meaning all the light traveling in every direction. As a contrast, your standard DSLR only captures one pane of light. That's some pretty Read more
The most inconvenient part about being a geek is the sheer number of gadgets and tech essentials that we carry around every day. Keeping them all organized and safely stored in just one bag can be fairly tricky, and let's face it — it's hard to find a chic tech bag that you'd carry daily. Unless, of course, you have the Slim Bag-in-Bag ($29) from Invite.L, which fits into just about any bag, Read more
Kodak announced today that it would be halting production of digital cameras, pocket video cameras, and digital picture frames in the first half of this year. The company will instead focus its business on retail-based photo printing and inkjet printers, camera accessories, and batteries, while seeking out licensing partners for future camera products. Kodak introduced the first digital camera Read more
We know that looks aren't everything, but man — the new Nikon Coolpix P310 is quite a looker. Coming with a retro-styled bod and a 16MP sensor, it's the pocket cam for professionals, and a great investment for mobile photographers who want a little more power behind their pics. The camera itself comes with a 3-inch LCD screen on the back, improved image stabilization, 19 scene modes, full Read more
If the iPhone 4 is the most popular camera in the world (and it is), then why treat your mobile lenses any different than your DSLRs? Keep your magnetic fish-eye, macro, and telephoto lenses and iPhone tripods safe and scratch-free with this chic iPhone Lens Wallet ($15). There's a place for everything, and everything stays put in its place, thanks to a magnetic strip and pockets plus an Read more
A vintage-inspired purse and a plush iPad case in one? My stars! The leather iPad 2 clutch ($80) from Happy Owl Studio may just be the perfect blend of hi-tech chic and everyday practicality. With a detachable strap, the clutch can be worn on the shoulder or slipped into a bigger bag. The iPad sits securely in one half of the clutch, which acts as a typical tablet case with full access to the Read more
