Photo Marketing Association International
Live Tradeshow CoverageJan 31 - Feb 2, 2008
Las Vegas Convention Center, NV
Welcome to Imaging Resource’s PMA 2008 Tradeshow Coverage. PMA is the photo industry's most important show of the year, and this year we're pulling out all the stops: More videos, more news reports, more booth photos - nobody covers PMA like Imaging Resource! The 2008 camera model year actually began with the CES show in Las Vegas, so you'll find photo news from that show below, until it's supplanted by pre-PMA announcements. Check back often, this will be an exciting year at PMA, and IR is dedicating more resources than ever before to bringing you all the latest from the show floor!
Thursday's News (back to latest news)
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PRESS RELEASE: DNP Photo Imaging America Raises the Bar in Retail Photo Printing with Multi-station Photo Kiosk
23:26 EST - LAS VEGAS, Jan. 31, 2008 - Printing digital photos just got faster and more convenient for consumers and retailers with DNP Photo Imaging America's new self-service Photo Station, a digital kiosk using the company's leading dye-sublimation photo printing technologies. The company is unveiling the new kiosk at the Photo Marketing Association 2008 International Convention. The self-service Photo Station... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Athentech Introduces New Perfectly Clear® Lab v 3.0 For Fast, Accurate Corrections for Popular Photo Books and More
23:09 EST - 'Hot folder' application delivers new features, including processing pdf-embedded images LAS VEGAS, Nevada (31 January, 2008) - Athentech Technologies Inc., developer of the Perfectly Clear® automatic image-correction technology, is previewing its new Perfectly Clear® Lab v3.0 - a powerful, Vista-compliant "hot folder" application for labs, pre-press houses and other producers of photo books... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: jill-e designs Introduces New Camera Bags, Accessories at PMA '08
22:59 EST - Bag 'Combos', Rolling Leather Bags, Point-n-Shoot Pouches at Sneak Peek, Booth U259 LAS VEGAS, January 31, 2008 -- PMA '08 is where jill-e designs -- which makes high-fashion, highly functional camera bags and accessories for the serious female photographer -- is displaying a broad array of its camera bags in new sizes, designs, colors and combinations, the company announced today. Those new offerings... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Corel® and Smilebox™ Expand Partnership to Create New Options for Today's Tech Savvy Scrapbookers
22:40 EST - Corel® MediaOne ™ Integration with Smilebox™ Provides Scrapbookers with the Ability to Create and Share Their Projects Digitally OTTAWA, Canada -- January 31, 2008 Corel Corporation (NASDAQ:CREL;TSX:CRE), a leading developer of graphics, productivity and digital media software, today announced that the company has expanded its relationship with Smilebox™, the leaders in digital... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: DNP Photo Imaging America's DS-80 Printer Garners Award in DIMA Digital Printer Shoot-out
22:18 EST - LAS VEGAS, Jan. 31, 2008 - DNP Photo Imaging America's DS-80 high-speed, high-quality commercial photo printer garnered a prestigious award in the13th Annual DIMA Digital Printer Shoot-Out. The DS-80 won the 8-inch roll dye-sublimation category. A panel of judges rated entries in 10 categories, releasing the results today, just prior to the opening of the 2008 Photo Marketing Association International... (More) |
Sigma DP1 nears availability
22:06 EST - Alongside a whopping raft of lens announcements at the PMA show, Sigma has officially launched its Foveon X3 sensor-based DP1 compact digital camera. Alongside the press release Sigma has issued updated specifications for the DP1, fulfilling a pledge made at the end of November 2007 when the company commented on delays in commercializing the camera, which was first shown as a prototype at the 2006 Photokina tradeshow. Changes from the initial specifications that were provided a little under a year ago include a very slight ten gram / 0.4 ounce... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Sunex Lauches New Full Spherical Panoramic Tripod Head
22:06 EST - Visit Sunex At Pma Booth # H177 LAS VAGAS, January 31, 2008 -- Sunex, Inc. a leading manufacturer of high quality digital imaging lenses announces today the introduction of the new full spherical panoramic tripod head designed to easily create full 360° immersive images. The new Sunex Panoramic Rotator is specifically designed for the Sunex 185° Superfisheye™ lens and includes 3 stop... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Sunex Lauches First Circular Fisheye Lens For 1.6x Crop DSLRs with 185° Field Of View
21:50 EST - LAS VAGAS, January 31, 2008 -- Sunex, Inc. a leading manufacturer of high quality digital imaging lenses announces today the introduction of the first circular fisheye lens for Canon APS-C and Nikon DX format DSLR Cameras with 185° field of view. The new Sunex SuperFisheye™ is designed to produce a complete circular image within the camera CMOS/CCD imager giving a true complete 185°... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: National Geographic Adds to its Earth Explorer Bag Collection
21:34 EST - Seven New Models Extend Range of National Geographic Carrying Solutions Las Vegas, NV (January 31, 2008) - National Geographic, a pioneer in the use of photography in achieving its mission of increasing world knowledge, announces seven new models to its highly successful Earth Explorer Camera Bag. Part of National Geographic's full line of photo and video support products and accessories, the Earth... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Sunex Lauches New Panoramic Dewarper Software
21:22 EST - LAS VAGAS, January 31, 2008 -- Sunex, Inc. a leading manufacturer of high quality digital imaging lenses announces today the introduction of panoramic dewarper software capable of producing high quality panoramic pictures while minimizing and controlling distortion. The new Sunex Dewarper DSLR software is a Photoshop plug-in filter for correcting distortion and optimizing wide angle picture shots.... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: X-Rite and HP Designjet Z Photo Printer Series Supports Andy Katz Mumm Napa Valley Exhibit
21:04 EST - Museum-quality Printing, Profiling, & Color Matching System Makes For "Perfectly Beautiful" Solution To Prestigious Exhibit Deadline The photographs created by Andy Katz have taken him around the globe and have won him international renown. He has traveled through the Americas, Europe, Asia and Africa seeking subjects for his varied canon of work, along with places (literally) closer to home - the... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Xerox Gives College Students their "Big Shot" with MyShot08 Photo Contest
20:51 EST - Fujifilm, Adobe and H&H Color Lab join Xerox in the launch of MyShot08 contest at Photo Marketing Association Show LAS VEGAS, Nev., Jan. 31, 2008 -- Attention college students; fame and fortune are just a point, click and print away. The memories you are capturing today could be your big break tomorrow. Xerox Corporation (NYSE: XRX), along with FUJIFILM U.S.A, Inc., Adobe Systems Incorporated... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Smartparts Extends Innovative SyncPix™ Family of Digital Picture Frames With Three New Models
19:43 EST - SyncPix Digital Picture Frames Address Consumer Demand For Simplicity Las Vegas, NV (January 31, 2008) - Smartparts, Inc., a leading manufacturer and innovator driving the explosive digital picture frame market, announced three new innovative SyncPix™ digital picture frames at PMA 2008. Smartparts' advanced family of digital picture frames, SyncPix boasts unprecedented functionality and has... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Sigma announces APO 200-500mm F2.8/400-1000mm EX DG lens
19:21 EST - The ultra telephoto zoom lens that offers a fast aperture of F2.8 at the 500mm and F5.6 at the 1000mm focal length The dedicated “Attachment” ensures autofocusing at the 1000mm focal length. SLD and three ELD glass elements provide high image quality from the maximum large aperture Supplied with f72mm filter holder at the rear An ultra telephoto zoom lens offering a fast aperture... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Sigma announces 10-20mm F4-5.6 EX DC HSM lens for Four Thirds
19:15 EST - The Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce the new 10-20mm F4-5.6 EX DC HSM for Four Thirds, wide-angle zoom lens designed exclusively for digital SLR cameras with capability of wide angle photography. This lens will be showcased at PMA, which starts on January 31st 2008 in Las Vegas, U.S.A. The introduction of this new lens increases our lens line-up for Four Thirds mount to a total of eleven... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: SanDisk Ultra II Line Picks up Speed and Boosts Capacity with New 32- and 16-Gigabyte SDHC and 8GB SDHC Plus Cards
19:14 EST - Designed for Camcorders and Digital Cameras That Capture Still Images and Video, New SanDisk Cards Offer 50 Percent Faster Read and Write Speeds; 32GB is Industry-Leading Capacity LAS VEGAS --(Business Wire)-- Jan. 31, 2008 Giving photo enthusiasts the freedom to take more pictures and shoot more video, SanDisk Corporation (NASDAQ:SNDK) today increased both capacities and speeds in its SanDisk Ultra(R)... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Sigma launches APO 70-200mm F2.8 II EX DG MACRO HSM lens for Pentax and Sony
19:11 EST - The Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce the launch of the APO 70-200mm F2.8 II EX DG MACRO HSM large aperture telephoto zoom lens for Pentax* and Sony* fittings. This large aperture zoom lens has improved optical performance and retains close-up ability with a minimum focusing distance of 100cm/39.4in. SLD (Special Low Dispersion) and ELD (Extraordinary Low Dispersion) glass elements provide... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Sigma launches APO 50-150mm F2.8 II EX DC HSM lens for Pentax and Sony
19:06 EST - The Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce the launch of the APO 50-150mm F2.8 II EX DC HSM compact, lightweight, large aperture telephoto zoom lens for Pentax* and Sony* fittings. This F2.8 large aperture telephoto zoom lens is designed exclusively for digital SLR cameras with APS-C size sensors and its compact, lightweight body provides freedom of movement and versatility. The super multi-layer... (More) |
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PRESS RELEASE: Smartparts Unveils World's First Digital Picture Frame With a Built-In Photo Printer
19:05 EST - The SP8PRT Sets a New Standard in the Digital Picture Frame Market Las Vegas, NV (January 31, 2008) - At PMA 2008, Smartparts, Inc., a leading manufacturer and innovator driving the explosive digital picture frame market, showcased the world's first digital picture frame with a built-in photo printer. Part of the company's extensive and highly-successful OptiPix™ family of digital picture frames,... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Sigma launches 18-125mm F3.8-5.6 DC OS HSM lens
18:20 EST - High zoom ratio lens designed exclusively for digital SLR cameras and incorporating Sigma’s original OS (Optical Stabilizer) function. SLD glass and Aspherical lenses provide high image quality throughout the entire zoom range. Super multi-layer coating reduces flare and ghosting. Compact construction of 88.5mm (3.5") in length and 74mm (2.9") in diameter. Minimum focusing distance... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Sigma launches APO 70-200mm F2.8 II EX DG MACRO HSM lens for Four Thirds
18:16 EST - The Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce the new APO 70-200mm F2.8 II EX DG MACRO HSM for Four Thirds, the large aperture telephoto zoom lens has fast maximum aperture of F2.8 throughout the entire zoom range. This lens will be showcased at PMA, which starts on January 31st 2008 in Las Vegas, U.S.A. The introduction of this new lens increases our lens line-up for Four Thirds mount to a total... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Sigma launches 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG MACRO lens for Nikon
18:11 EST - The Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce the launch of the new 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG MACRO for Nikon. The built-in motor allows autofocus with all Nikon digital cameras. These lenses incorporate a macro feature with maximum magnification 1:2 at the 300mm focal length. It is suitable for various types of shooting conditions. The 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG MACRO for Nikon is a telephoto zoom lens with excellent... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Sigma launches APO 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG MACRO lens for Nikon
17:41 EST - The Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce the launch of the new APO 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG MACRO for Nikon. The built-in motor allows autofocus with all Nikon digital cameras. These lenses incorporate a macro feature with maximum magnification 1:2 at the 300mm focal length. It is suitable for various types of shooting conditions. APO 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG MACRO for Nikon is a telephoto zoom lens with... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Sigma launches APO 120-400mm F4.5-5.6 DG OS HSM lens
17:37 EST - Incorporating Sigma’s original OS (Optical Stabilizer) function. Three SLD glass elements and a rear focus system provide optimum image quality throughout the entire zoom range. Super multi-layer coating reduces flare and ghosting. The minimum focusing distance of 150cm (59.1”) makes it useful for close-up photography. HSM ensures quiet and high-speed autofocus. Compatible with Sigma’s... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Sigma launches APO 150-500mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM lens
17:31 EST - Incorporating Sigma’s original OS (Optical Stabilizer) function. An ultra-telephoto zoom lens covers a telephoto range up to 500mm and allows short perspective. Three SLD glass elements and a rear focus system provide optimum image quality throughout the entire zoom range. Super multi-layer coating reduces flare and ghosting. HSM ensures quiet and high-speed autofocus. An ultra-telephoto... (More) |
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PRESS RELEASE: Smartparts Announces World's Largest Digital Picture Frame
16:29 EST - The SP3200 Measures 32 Inches and Displays Images in High-Definition Las Vegas, NV (January 31, 2008) -- At PMA 2008, Smartparts, Inc., a leading manufacturer and innovator driving the explosive digital picture frame market, announced the world's largest digital picture frame, the 32 inch SP3200. The new flagship model of the company's extensive and highly-successful OptiPix™ family of digital... (More) |
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Sony: More details on the upcoming flagship DSLR
15:54 EST - Sony Corp. has today confirmed that the company's just-announced full-frame Exmor CMOS image sensor will be featured in the company's flagship DSLR. The sensor, which is to be fabbed at Sony Semiconductor Kyushu Corp.'s Kumamoto Technology Center in Japan, has 24.6 megapixel resolution. Even with twice the active area of an APS-C sensor, Sony will be mounting the full-frame imager in its new flagship SLR on a moveable platter, allowing for in-camera Super SteadyShot image stabilization. A mockup or early prototype of Sony's Alpha flagship model... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: HP Announces Strategy to Bridge Gap Between Content Creation and Publishing
15:36 EST - LAS VEGAS --(Business Wire)-- Jan. 31, 2008 HP (NYSE:HPQ) today announced its strategy to enable customers - from home consumers to large corporations - to harness the vast amount of rich media content that remains untapped for publishing. As part of the announcement, HP unveiled at the Photo Marketing Association (PMA) tradeshow several retail photo printing solutions and services that provide consumers... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: PENTAX Announces Pro Program: Benefits Include Equipment Loans and Expedited Repairs
15:32 EST - GOLDEN, Colo. --(Business Wire)-- Jan. 31, 2008 PENTAX Imaging Company has announced a PENTAX Professional Services program (PPS) to support professional photographers with several services and benefits. Designed exclusively to support PENTAX products for the working pro, membership is complimentary and limited to working professional photographers. Known for superior photography products including... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: ArcSoft Announces New Digital Products in Retail Stores
15:27 EST - Powerful Software Available at a Store Near You FREMONT, Calif. --(Business Wire)-- Jan. 31, 2008 ArcSoft, Inc. is announcing the availability of exciting new software products now in retail stores. To learn more about these multimedia solutions, visit ArcSoft in the Technology Suite, Rooms 108, 110, 132, LVVC South Hall at PMA 2008, January 31-February 2. "Consumers may now purchase our powerful... (More) |
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PRESS RELEASE: ArcSoft Launches Digital Solutions for Retailers at PMA 2008
15:24 EST - ArcSoft Offers Major New Revenue Streams for Retail Partners FREMONT, Calif. --(Business Wire)-- Jan. 31, 2008 ArcSoft, Inc. is pleased to announce the arrival of a suite of software solutions designed to meet the needs of retailers and consumers. Retailers prepared to leverage their printing capabilities for greater revenue may now offer their customers the best solution - seamlessly integrated from... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Kata Introduces the Gecko Shoulder Strap (GSS)
15:16 EST - New Strap Boasts Unprecedented Level of Carrying Comfort and Ergonomics. Las Vegas, NV (January 31, 2008) - In continuing a tradition of creating comfortable carrying solutions for photographers of all kinds, Kata is proud to introduce the Gecko Shoulder Strap (part # KT-VG-604-DH). The Gecko Shoulder Strap is a comfortable, lightweight and ergonomic carrying solution which ensures secure positioning... (More) |
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PRESS RELEASE: ArcSoft Announces Print Partnership With Denevi Digital Imaging
14:28 EST - Panoramic Images From ArcSoft Professionally Printed by Denevi FREMONT, Calif. --(Business Wire)-- Jan. 31, 2008 ArcSoft, Inc. announced today that panoramic images created with its desktop software, ArcSoft Panorama Maker(R), can now be sent to Denevi Digital Imaging for professional, large-format print fulfillment. The printing service is available both to OEM customers and in the retail versions.... (More) |
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PRESS RELEASE: DNP Photo Imaging America Revolutionizes photo Kiosk Software With Tomo™
14:21 EST - LAS VEGAS, Jan. 31, 2008 - Tomo™, the retail photo printing industry's most versatile self-service kiosk software - and the Japanese word for "friend" - lives up to its name. The latest software release from DNP Photo Imaging America makes transforming digital media files into prints at a photo kiosk a fast, friendly experience and provides consumers with a variety of editing and printing options.... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Rimage Creates New Ways to View and Share Photo Memories
14:03 EST - PicsPlay DVD(TM) among PMA trade show highlights LAS VEGAS --(Business Wire)-- Jan. 31, 2008 Rimage (Nasdaq: RIMG), the industry-leading provider of on-demand digital content delivery in retail, today announced the company will showcase its PicsPlay DVD application at the Photo Marketing Association (PMA) 2008 trade show. PicsPlay DVD is a new feature for retail photo kiosks with Rimage digital output... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: GE Cameras Score Big Features: Smile and Blink Detection, Better Optics, HDTV, GPS, and More
13:42 EST - 9 new models announced for 2008 LAS VEGAS --(Business Wire)-- Jan. 31, 2008 General Imaging, the worldwide exclusive licensee for GE digital cameras, announced the next generation of GE digital cameras for 2008. Nine all-new models will offer an exciting assortment of additional features, including smile detection, blink detection, upgraded lenses, and LCD screens that adjust to changes in ambient... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: New Micron Imaging Solution Extends High-Definition Video Capabilities to Ultra-Compact Portable Devices
13:12 EST - Complete Reference Design Includes Micron Imager and Ambarella Video Processor BOISE, Idaho & LAS VEGAS --(Business Wire)-- Jan. 31, 2008 Expanding its portfolio of industry-leading high-definition (HD) digital imaging solutions, Micron Technology, Inc. (NYSE:MU), today introduced a new imaging solution that enables ultra-compact HD digital video cameras for a number of portable devices including... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Manfrotto Extends MODO Family of Consumer Supports With The Introduction of Ultra-Compact ModoPocket
13:01 EST - Pocket-Sized Stabilizer Offers On-The-Go Support For Small Point-And-Shoot Digital Cameras Las Vegas, NV (January 31, 2008) - Manfrotto's MODO family of support solutions for compact point-and-shoot digital cameras and camcorders has revolutionized the way consumers take their images. MODO has empowered consumers to do more with their digital cameras and capture clearer, sharper, blur-free photos,... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Casio EXILIM Receives a Top Ranking in Digital Camera Usage and Satisfaction in Study from J.D. Power and Associates
12:10 EST - Casio EXILIM Zoom Series is the Highest Ranked Digital Camera in Ultra-Slim Segment DOVER, NJ, JANUARY 31, 2008 -- Casio America, Inc. received the highest ranking in the ultra slim segment in the J.D. Power and Associates 2007 Digital Camera Usage and Satisfaction StudySM for its Casio EXILIM Zoom Series. The study, based on responses from 7,493 digital camera owners, measured four factors to determine... (More) |
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PRESS RELEASE: HP SimpleSave Photo - An Easy-to-use, Affordable, Automatic Photo Backup Solution
11:03 EST - LAS VEGAS, Jan. 31, 2008 - HP today introduced HP SimpleSave Photo, an easy-to-use and automated solution for finding and backing up precious photo memories on a PC. With only four percent of consumers regularly backing up PC files,(1) HP SimpleSave Photo represents a breakthrough for all who desire a hassle-free and affordable way to protect their most valuable photos. HP announced the new solution... (More) |
Our PMA Coverage Is In Full Gear!
10:06 EST - The trade show floor won't open until later this morning, but we've already posted videos and reports.... The sun is just rising in Las Vegas, but Imaging Resource's two video crews and roving reporter have already posted their first dispatches from PMA 2008. Bookmark our to keep up with us, but meanwhile, here's the first few reports: Video Sony A350 Hands-on Preview Sony A350 Controls detail Canon XSi Nikon D60 NRD Firefly Pasini Reports Tuesday An Eponymous Peek at PMA 2008 Wednesday... (More) |
PRESS RELEASE: Pretec 16GB, 24GB and 48GB CompactFlash®
09:29 EST - The highest-speed, highest capacity CF Cards for your professional needs! PMA show, Las Vegas, U.S.A. January 31, 2008 - Pretec, the second company in the world to offer CF cards (1995) and the first to produce a ruggedized PCMCIA ATA card, CF card, and also the first to offer 8GB SDHC and 16GB CF cards in 2006, has just launched another breakthrough in the flash industry. The highest capacity, fastest,... (More) |
Videos!
- SanDisk
- Jobo
- Smartparts Digital Picture Frames
- Kodak Image Sensor Solutions
- Sigma 200-500mm f/2.8
- Sigma Lenses
- Sigma DP-1
- Mountainsmith Bags and Packs
- Nik Software - Viveza
- Hardigg Stormcase
- DxO Optics Pro 5
- Trek-Tech TrekPod
- Tamron Lenses
- Litepanels
- Casio EX-F1
- Micron HD Video Sensors
- Sony Cyber-shots
- Sony Photo Frames
- Lowepro Flipside and Fastpack
- Panasonic TZ5 and FX35
- Minox DEC Digiscope Camera
- Wacom Graphic Tablets
- Unibind Photobooks
- Canon Pro Telephoto Lenses
- Swiss Picture Bank at PMA 2008
- Canon Pixma MX850 Printer
- Custom Bobbleheads at PMA'08
- Kodak Digicams at PMA 2008
- Olympus SP-570UZ
- Lexar and Eye-Fi: The Wi-Fi SD card
- Olympus Underwater
- FotoNation
- Fujifilm at PMA 2008
- Pentax DSLRs and Lenses
- Delkin Devices
- Canon Lens and PowerShots
- Geotate GPS
- Nikon Coolpix Digicams
- Microtek M1 Scanner
- Sony Alpha Flagship
- HP Snapshot Printers
- HP Pro Printers
- Kingston Memory
- NRD FireFly
- Nikon D60
- Canon XSi
- Sony A350 Controls Detail
- Sony A350 Hands-on Preview
Pasini Reports
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
- IDC Looks Into the Framed Future
- A 10-Minute Trade Show Tour of PMA 2008
- Thursday Gallery
- Thursday Report: Little Booths, Big Booths
Booth Reports
- Canon Inc. (34 photos)
- Casio Computer Co. Ltd. (19 photos)
- CompactFlash Association (6 photos)
- Fujifilm Corp. (33 photos)
- Eastman Kodak Co. (15 photos)
- General Imaging Co. (18 photos)
- Olympus Corp. (30 photos)
- Panasonic Corp. (26 photos)
- Pentax Corp. (27 photos)
- Samsung Techwin Co. Ltd. (29 photos)
- Tamron Co. Ltd. (3 photos)