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Retail groups join forces to promote local jobs

Acronym action: ANRA, ARA and NRA  combine forces to promote retail industry’s economic contribution.

Radio spearheads new retail industry campaign.

Canon kicks back at JB's direct import move

JB Hi-Fi has a limited range of Canon and Nikon cameras on its direct imports online line-up.

Canon says its relationship with JB Hi-Fi will be reviewed due to the direct import move.

FUJIFILM changes course with less crew

FUJIFILM said no senior positions have been have affected by the restructure.

FUJIFILM changes tack and recruits new specialist staff.

Seven wonders of the CES imaging world

The Lytro Light Field camera enables users to capture an image with the press of a button which will, in turn, give photographers the ability to change the focal point on an image.

CES names its imaging innovation award winners for 2012.

Rhine photo a river of gold for German photographer

Andreas Gursky’s Rhein II, C-print mounted to plexiglass in artist's frame 350 x 200 centimetres.

Andreas Gursky’s image of the Rhine River has become the world’s most expensive photo.

Retravision says revamp returns 30% sales lift

Retravision says new branding campaign has already paid dividends.

Olympus boss urged to return to save company

Ousted Olympus CEO Michael Woodford said he would like to return to the top job but the Japanese board is not keen to see him back.

Olympus board under pressure to resign as fee scandal spooks investors.

Foto Riesel in the swing with Leica Boutique

The Leica Boutique in Lisse in The Netherlands features a 350 kilogram stainless steel Leica camera.

New York, Helinski…now Sydney gets a Leica Boutique.

Multi-function DSLRs keep smartphones at bay

Never mind the quality, feel the fun. Online retailers such as photomojo.com are selling an iPhone SLR mount that is compatible with Nikon and Canon lenses. The removable aluminium case also includes a loophole so that users can hang the unit around their neck, just like they can with a real SLR camera. The cost US249.00.

Latest GfK figures show full HD DSLR cameras are a force to be reckoned with.

SHOPFRONT: You can count on customer interaction

Workshops are an effective way to build long-term relationships with customers.

Greater customer interaction is one sure way to increase sales explains First Retail’s Chris Wilkinson.

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GPS upgrade for two LUMIX models

Panasonic Australia has announced updated firmware for its LUMIX DMC-TZ20 and DMC-FT3 models.