Pentax has finally introduced a medium-format digital SLR. The ruggedized, outdoor-friendly 645D is compatible with Pentax 645 lenses. The Bad news? No plans as yet to sell it in the U.S.

Pentax today announced the Pentax-D FA 645 55mm f/2.8 AL[IF] SDM AW, the first lens designed for use with the just-announced Pentax 645d medium-format DSLR. No plans to sell it in the U.S., though.

Mamiya has just announced its latest medium-format DSLR, the DM40, with a unique "DF" technology that lets users select a leaf or focal-plane shutter release.

Tamron is turning 60, and to celebrate they've introduced a 70-300mm zoom lens that they say offers best-in-class resolution, and is fast and quiet.

Latest generation projector offers high brightness and temperature control, plus advanced color management with on-the-fly quality improvements.

Canon users who have been waiting for a good deal on a lens, or want to save big bucks on a 5D Mark II, have an opportunity now as Canon's spring rebates kick in.

New flagship electronic viewfinder/interchangeable lens Panasonic camera has intuitive, touch-driven face detection and tracking of moving faces and objects, 720p HD video.

The new Panasonic Lumix G10 is said to be the world's smallest electronic viewfinder/interchangeable lens camera with a built-in eye-level viewfinder and is expected to cost less than other EVIL model

New lens incorporates optical image stabilization, supports high-speed AF, focus to 0.32x.

Nikon announced its spring instant rebates on several lenses when purchased with particular DSLRs. Here's the official list of lens/camera combinations (click on the links for rebate pricing):

The just-announced Arca-Swiss RL3d is a large-format technical camera that can accomodate digital backs, film backs up to 4x5, and a wide variety of viewers, hoods, bellows and other accessories.

Epson today announced the Epson Stylus Pro 7700 (24 inch) and 9700 (44 inch) printers, designed primarily for indoor signage and other commercial use, using Epson UltraChrome inks.

Vimeo, which is positioning itself as the video sharing site for serious videographers, will offer more detailed viewer statistics to its Vimeo Plus members.

ArcSoft has just announced that it is collaborating with Pentax to bundle MediaImpression image management and editing software with Pentax's latest compact digital cameras.

Giotto's new Vitruvian VGR tripod lines, inspired by da Vinci's "Vitrivian Man," offer reverse technology that allows legs to fold 180 degrees and folds into small package.

THK's Tokina brand of lenses resumes making Sony-mount lenses with the ultrawide, fast-aperture 11-16mm f/2.8 AF lens.

Wacom's latest input device offers a natural feel pen-on-screen feel designed for power Photoshoppers, artists and designers.

Olympus has announced a minor update to the E-P1's firmware that fixes the issue where the level gauge display doesn't move when using manual focus.

Major firmware update for Canon 5D Mark II, version 2.0.3, coming later this month. It includes 24 frames per second video, and changes the 30 fps video rate to 29.97 to conform with TV standards.

Said to be the ideal computer input tool for on-the-go professional creators of digital content, Wacom's Intuos4 uses Bluetooth technology.