Tokina AF 12-24mm f/4 AT-X 124 Pro DX II Lens - Canon Mount

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Product Feature

• 12-24mm focal length
• f/4 to f/22 aperture
• Multi-layer coatings
• Rotary type zooming system
• Designed for digital cameras with APS-C sized CMOS and CCD sensors (DX)

Product Description

The Tokina 12-24mm f/4 AT-X 124AF Pro DX II Lens is exclusively designed for use with SLR cameras that use the smaller APS-C size sensor. This lens provides a super wide-angle zoom range, ideal for the tightest of interiors, as well as for dramatic landscape photography.

This updated "II" version benefits from improved multi-coating technology, which helps to reduce reflections that can cause flare and ghosting. The Focus Clutch Mechanism feature - a signature of Tokina PRO series lenses - provides a faster, smoother autofocus operation, with a smooth manual focus action not normally found in autofocus lenses.

Two aspherical elements are incorporated in the lens design, to correct for spherical aberrations. It also incorporates internal focusing to prevent deterioration of the optical quality at close distances and to eliminate rotation of the front barrel during focusing.

FEATURES:

• Fast, ultra-wide angle zoom lens with a constant f/4 aperture
• Two aspherical lens elements minimize distortion, especially at the periphery, for superior optical performance
• Fast internal focusing with the one-touch Focus Clutch Mechanism
• Long focus travel for easy, accurate manual focusing
• The rounded diaphragm opening (9 blades) makes out-of-focus elements appear more natural

Tokina AF 12-24mm f/4 AT-X 124 Pro DX II Lens - Canon Mount Review

Please let me be brief in my conclusions concerning the TOKINA 12-24MM F/4...

This is the first TOKINA piece of glass that I have owned. My first impression was that in appearance it looks very much like a Nikon. It's handsome in appearance and build quality appears to be superb. I immediately got the feeling of holding a precision instrument and I like that. While some plastic is used, it can't be much judging by the weight of this lens, but it is not overly heavy. Fit-up when mounted to the camera (40D) is as good as anything I have from Canon. I found the zoom and manual focus rings to operate smoothly.

As far as operation goes...this lens has no switch to change from manual to auto focus, you simply pull the focus ring back and manual focus engages without having to hunt for any precise spot. Return to Auto by pushing forward. It snaps smartly in and out. I like this arrangement on a wide angle because when using auto-focus on a lens with a wide field of view, sometimes your auto-focus will lock in on an area other than your intended subject and when this happens you can quickly and smoothly make the transition to manual and adjust without fumbling for switches or removing your eye from the viewfinder. I might add that this lens seems very easy to focus accurately in manual and I have found it a pleasure to use and on occasions I just left it in manual for the entire shoot. I really have no issues with the auto-focus. It is spot on at least 95% of the time and gets there quickly and smoothly. Low light performance may be a bit more sluggish but I think focus performance on anyone's lens in low light is dependent upon a lot of variables. Speaking of low light, I have not found the F/4.0 to be a great handicap for shooting in low light situations within reasonable limitations for this aperture (wide angles gather a lot of light), but you still can't defy the laws of physics which means if you have the need for speed, this is not your lens. With this lens' 77mm objective, and using standard rather than slim filters, and shooting wide open, I have seen no vignetting. Field curvature becomes mildly apparent down near 12mm but the lens does a good job of maintaining a rectilinear perspective (this lens is no fish-eye).

Image quality is a paramount concern to me and I have not been disappointed. Center of frame is sharp as a tack most always (in fact, better than some of my L glass) and occasionally there is pronounced softness near the corners and at the extreme left and right sides of the frame. Some of this I view as typical of wide angles with a view as broad as this one and I have found that it is not always present in every shot (at least not to a high degree). Much (in regard to what this or any wide angles IQ is) is dependent upon variables that the user can learn to control (to some degree more/less) so as to achieve the desired effect. Concerns of distortions related to Chromatic aberrations and flare have been voiced about this lens and this is a tendency of this glass but maybe more-so than would be typical with other wide angles. I have (by experimentation) concluded that much of these can be reduced or eliminated by the use of good quality coated filters along with following basic rules of photography. I'm certain that I can make any lens I own flare if I tried hard enough, so don't shoot into the sun, think about your shot before you pull the trigger, and this lens will produce fine images for you.

I have used Canon products since 1973 with few exceptions and have had wonderful results. Today, it's a new world that's filled with many smart people who have at their disposal superior manufacturing techniques and the finest materials ever. You have to step back and ask yourself, What do I really require to achieve my objective and what will I spend to do it? TOKINA has impressed me. I have had a lot of fun with this lens and have out-rightly been amazed with the quality of it's images. I hope to see them add more glass to their line because in a world of compromise, TOKINA'S 12-24mm is not in first place, but in my opinion they are damn well ahead of whoever is in second place and for a very reasonable price.

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MyStudio MS32 Professional Tabletop Photo Studio Kit w/ 5000K Continuous Lighting for Product Photography, 32x32x16 inches

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Product Feature

• Includes: One 32 �x32� x16� MyStudio 32 infinity background by Pro Cyc, adjustable height aluminum light stand
• 90 degree "expanded" corner provides maximum shooting angles and depth - much more than is possible with photo tents
• 5000K color-corrected "daylight" fluorescent lighting ensures perfect color on your subject
• The unique cyclorama with all curved corners provides a soft, seamless background. No re-touching is required on most photos.
• Made in the USA. Lifetime Limited Warranty

Product Description

MyStudio is a completely new, unique and superior approach to tabletop product photography. Unlike other tabletop systems that fold, collapse and/or have seams that have to be edited out later, MyStudio features a fixed radius, single piece hard cyclorama background. This provides a high quality, seamless infinity background without compromising shooting angles which until now was only available in larger professional photo studios. The lighting systems included with each MyStudio are customized specifically for each studio resulting in perfect lighting every time. This is different from other systems that simply include standard lights which must be positioned individually. MyStudio systems are priced competitively with the less professional tabletop systems yet provide superior results. MyStudio is the absolute best all-in-one lighting and background solution for product photography, ebay auction photography and any other small to medium sized item photography. The large 32"x32"16" backdrop offers a large area for shooting photos. This revolutionary tabletop photo studio enables even the most inexperienced person to take professional product photos every time! MyStudio 32 features a unique seamless cyclorama ("cyc") background with curved corners and a complete color-corrected "daylight" lighting system featuring two 5000K fluorescent lights. Just place your product inside the studio, turn on the light and snap your picture with any standard digital camera. No flash or prior photographic experience is required. Your product will appear evenly lit in perfect color against a heavenly, seamless white background.

MyStudio MS32 Professional Tabletop Photo Studio Kit w/ 5000K Continuous Lighting for Product Photography, 32x32x16 inches Review

I just got this kit and am VERY impressed by the quality of the product itself and the quality of the images I am able to produce with it! The kit comes packed very nicely and setup is a breeze. They have included everything but the camera in this kit to produce professional quality images. The two cardboard light reflectors seemed cheesy at first, but are actually quite effective. You'll realize the importance of them when you shoot a reflective object that you don't want to see yourself in! :)

The first shoot I did was with my Fuji point-and-shoot camera. I wanted to see how well a true novice would do with this kit. The images looked good, but the background wasn't pure white. I played around with the white balance and shutter speed settings, but wasn't able to produce an image with a pure white background. However, anyone with basic Photoshop skills can easily achieve their desired results (as I did)in a matter of minutes. Even given this "extra" step, I would strongly recommend this kit to anyone who is wanting to shoot their own images for web and other purposes. This kit will pay for itself over and over again!

I will update this review after I get a chance to shoot with my DSLR. I'm sure my experience will be even better...

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Cisco Wireless Networking (AIR-CAP2602I-A-K9)

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Product Feature

• PoE
• � CleanAir technology
• External Form Factor

Product Description

The Cisco Aironet 2600 series sustains reliable connections at higher speeds farther from the access point than competing solutions resulting in more availability of 450 Mbps data rates.�

Cisco Wireless Networking (AIR-CAP2602I-A-K9) Review

I have two of these running in our Auditorium, each is pushing about 80+ users right now. Roughly 25 on 5GHz and 55 on 2.4GHz. This number would possibly go higher but I have our "public wifi" user-limited so as to not overwhelm our staff network.

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Alienware M18x R2 AM18XR2-7778BK 18.4-Inch Laptop (Space Black Anodized Aluminum)

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Product Feature

• 3rd Generation Intel Core i7-3630QM Processor (6MB Cache, up to 3.4GHz w/ Turbo Boost 2.0)
• 8 GB DDR3 RAM
• 750 GB 7200 rpm Hard Drive
• 18.4-Inch Screen
• Windows 8

Product Description

Achieve gaming supremacy with a Full HD display, powerful discrete graphics and processor options

Alienware M18x R2 AM18XR2-7778BK 18.4-Inch Laptop (Space Black Anodized Aluminum) Review

I've known about Alienware for years now, but had only ever known one person who owned one. I knew the reputation, I knew the look, I knew the reviews. So I replaced my 17" VAIO with this behemoth. Let's review.

FIRST: Sleek, black, huge, heavy - for a laptop. But this is not the kind of laptop to tuck under your arm and lug around the office; you set it down and PLAY. Same goes for the power supply - the thing is comically over-sized. I felt like a hobbit holding it! But with a need for 250W, it has to be that way.
SOUND: Without a doubt, the best and richest sound I've ever heard out of a laptop. Bass is strong, the treble powerful. No tinny, cruddy speakers, these.
HEAT: The advantage to all of that aluminum is excellent heat dissipation. Also, there are dual air intakes and dual exhausts in the back, directing the heat away from you. (Too many laptops vent to the side!) Playing Borderlands 2 at max settings, the laptop got slightly warm but nowhere near the point of discomfort. So it may weigh down your lap, but it won't singe your short-n-curlies.
THE ALIEN FACTOR: Sexy light schemes, MASSIVELY configurable touchpad, set of bonus keys for gaming on the left side of the keyboard, tons of peripheral slots. They know their audience.
PERFORMANCE: This is difficult to rate, because nothing I could do was the least bit challenging to the system. "Crysis 3, maximum settings? YAWN. Tell me when you have some DIFFICULT software to run." You are going to have 1-2 years after buying this system of total max-settings freedom. No lag, drag, or latency doing anything.

DOWNSIDE: Hardly any. The worst thing I could find in this laptop was Windows 8.

SUMMARY: Go big or go home. If you don't mind the heaviness of this game-eating monster, there are no downsides, there is no competition, you WILL be assimilated.

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Cisco WS-C2960S-48TS-L Catalyst 2960 Series Switch

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Product Description

The Cisco Catalyst 2960-S and 2960 Series are fixed-configuration access switches designed for enterprise, midmarket, and branch office networks to provide lower total cost of ownership.

Cisco WS-C2960S-48TS-L Catalyst 2960 Series Switch Review

This is a great price on a great product. I was able to swap out two Catalyst 2900 switches with this one, this is much quieter than either of the older switches, they also have Gigabit ports instead of only the 10/100 ports. This one had four extra ports to add adapters, so you can connect Fiber to it. Was very easy to install.

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Areca ARC-8050 Thunderbolt RAID 8-Bay

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Product Feature

• 1GB on-board DDR3-1333 SDRAM with ECC protection
• Write-through or write-back cache support
• 800 MHz Dual core ROC for RAID core and SAS microcode
• Multi-RAID storage support for large storage requirements".
• Support 8 internal 6Gb/s SAS ports

Product Description

ARC-8050 is the most complete 6Gb/s SAS 8-bay Thunderbolt box with RAID control capabilities solution for both PC and Mac. Thunderbolt host interface make ARC-8050 RAID box well suited for SOHO group professional who work at home and or in the office. Thunderbolt technology developed for high speed data transfer at the speed of 10Gbps per channel. Thunderbolt port is shared by multiple devices and can transfer data equally distribute to all connected devices. The ARC-8050 incorporated on-board high performance dual core 800Mhz ROC storage processor and with 1GB DDR3-1333 SDRAM memory on-board to deliver true high performance hardware RAID for the demands of serious HD media creators needs. For example, the benefit for video editor by using ARC-8050 to unleash their professional creativity work in real-time, with the high-bandwidth allow large amount of audio and video capture/mixing devices transferred faster with low latency and high-accurate synchronization at 10Gb/s. Data can be backed up and restored more quickly, so there's less waiting for achieved content to transfer or copy. Thunderbolt technology is a revolutionary high-speed, dual protocol I/O technology designed for performance, simplicity and flexibility. Thunderbolt I/O technology lets you move data between high-resolution displays and high-performance data devices on a single, compact port. Both data and display signals can be sent and received at the same time through dual 10 Gbps channels. A single cable attached to one of the ports provides 2 channels able to achieve the 10 Gbps speeds flowing both ways simultaneously. A single Thunderbolt port supports hubs as well as a daisy chain of up to seven Thunderbolt devices. To improve bandwidth transmission, Thunderbolt has implemented two duplex (PCIe and DisplayPort) channels into the controller and each channel can provide full bi-directional performance.

Areca ARC-8050 Thunderbolt RAID 8-Bay Review

After taking 28 hours to transfer 1.5TB of data from a pokey drobo (15MB second via fw800) this could not be more welcome! My solid state drive tops out at 500MB a second and the ARC 8050 seems to want to sail through this barrier (in a RAID 6 configuration). When you unplug the thunderbolt cable, the drive goes into sleep mode - it seems like it is off. When you plug the cable back in the unit wakes. The ARC 8050 is silent in sleep mode and has a moderate to low level of noise when it is on. The versatility to use your own desktop drives in this unit is so very welcome. I recently did a 16 channel hd multicam edit in Prem and it sailed through it. I only regret not buying this unit sooner. The speed and ease with which you can work with large video files through a fast, redundant drive is a game changer. The unit itself seems like a quality piece of gear. When you stock this enclosure with desktop drives, the per GB cost drops to less then .10 cents.

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