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Review: Epson P-7000
Reviews: Written by Ben Long on October 1, 2008
The large LCD on this multimedia photo viewer is a big help when you're shooting in the field. Is it worth its price?
Review: Capture NX 2
Reviews: Written by Ben Long on August 20, 2008
Version 2 brings important upgrades to this innovative image editor, including major interface revisions, workflow improvements, and important new editing tools.
Review: Epson Stylus Photo R1900
Reviews: Written by Ben Long on June 18, 2008
Looking for a printer that can output a wide range of print sizes for $500 or less? This review may be your answer. You won’t find another printer that produces glossy output this good for under $2,000!
Review: Canon Digital Rebel XSi
Reviews: Written by Ben Long on May 21, 2008
This $799 SLR camera is a very smart upgrade to the Rebel line. So smart, in fact, that it's treading on the heels of the mid-range Canon EOS 40D.
Review: HP Photosmart Pro B8850 Printer
Reviews: Written by Rick LePage on May 14, 2008
How does this $550 inkjet printer compare to the Epson Stylus Photo R1900 and the HP Photosmart Pro B9180?
Review: Nikon D300
Reviews: Written by Ben Long on March 6, 2008
With a stunningly sharp LCD, excellent image quality, and interface improvements, the D300 is a top contender in the mid-range digital SLR market.
Review: Canon EOS 40D
Reviews: Written by Ben Long on February 27, 2008
If you're new to the digital SLR market, this camera is a strong contender. If you're upgrading from an SLR that's older or has different features, however, the call isn't so easy to make.
Review: Canon PowerShot G9
Reviews: Written by Ben Long on December 19, 2007
This camera is a great option for photographers who want a point-and-shoot with room to grow. Is it also a worthy alternative for the serious shooter looking for something smaller than an SLR?
Review: PhotoTune Software's SkinTune 2.0
Reviews: Written by Ben Long on July 16, 2007
If you routinely shoot portraits or photograph in difficult mixed lighting situations, check out this Photoshop plug-in.
Review: HP DesignJet Z2100 Printer
Reviews: Written by Ben Long on April 11, 2007
This 24" large-format printer is amazingly well-designed and well-constructed. It's also speedy and easy to use. But the true measure of a printer is its output quality. How does the Z2100 compare to its Epson and Canon rivals?
Review: HP Photosmart Pro B9180
Reviews: Written by Ben Long on February 21, 2007
This surprising printer delivers excellent, long-lasting output for the lowest price in its class.
Review: HP DesignJet 130 Large-Format Printer
Reviews: Written by Ben Long on September 8, 2006
Creativepro's Choosy Reviewer gives a thumbs-up to an a six-color, dye-based, older printer. Find out why it passes the test.
Review: Canon Pixma MP830
Reviews: Written by Ben Long on July 28, 2006
Serious photographers shouldn't throw out their serious photo printers, but this multifunction device could be a nice addition to your office.
Review: Epson RX700 All-In-One
Reviews: Written by Ben Long on May 5, 2006
It prints, it scans, it copies! But is it good enough at any of these to earn a place in your studio?
Review: Nikon D200
Reviews: Written by Ben Long on April 3, 2006
This 10-megapixel digital SLR produces excellent images and comes in a sturdy package. But is it worth the $1,700 price tag?
Review: Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX1 Digital Camera
Reviews: Written by Ben Long on January 30, 2006
Many photographers who lug around a digital SLR and a full camera kit occasionally long for a camera that fits in a pocket and takes high-quality images. Could Panasonic's new point-and-shoot fill the bill?
Review: Apple's Aperture 1.0
Reviews: Written by Ben Long on December 19, 2005
Apple's first-ever pro photography tool generated a lot of buzz when it was first announced. Ben Long spent weeks putting the shipping version of Aperture through all sorts of tests. In this thorough review, he reveals whether the reality lives up to the buzz.
Review: Epson Stylus Photo R2400
Reviews: Written by Ben Long on October 17, 2005
Are you in the market for a 13" x 19" photo printer? See how Epson's new eight-color model complicates your shopping experience.
Review: Wacom Cintiq 21UX Interactive Pen Display
Reviews: Written by Ben Long on July 4, 2005
It's a display you can draw on. It's a tablet you can surf the Web with. And it comes with a sophisticated pen and lots of bundled software. But is it right for you?
Review: Canon EOS Digital Rebel XT Camera
Reviews: Written by Ben Long on April 13, 2005
The original Rebel, the first sub-$1,000 digital SLR, created a stir because of its relatively low price and high quality. Will the Rebel XT upgrade uphold quality while keeping the price down? Camera expert Ben Long tells you what you need to know to buy wisely.