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ISSUE NO. 871

APRIL 2012

© The magazine that understands the world of imaging, past, present and future

The Insider

In a world of digital shopping and contactless transactions, is cash king?

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Movers, shakers, decision makers plus all the news 3-10 that’s fit to print the big interview

Fujifilm’s Adrian Clarke on professional products dictated by industry trends

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THE BUSINESS

The views, facts and figures shaping imaging retail today

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THE NEW WORLD OF IMAGING

The technology you can’t afford to ignore, which is expanding our retail world

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LAUNCH PAD

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INPrint

Every issue we bring you an essential update from the printing frontline

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The inside track

Essential updates from the 14 Photo Marketing Association

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THE NEWS

The latest imaging products launched that you should not miss

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Canon has announced the development of new digital cameras capable of recording 4K-resolution (4,096 x 2,160 pixels) video. Targeting both the motion picture and high resolution digital production industries, the EOS C500 will offer 4K RAW output and will be available with Canon’s EF mount and the industry-standard PL mount. Announced simultaneously, the EOS 1D C DSLR will also support 4k video capture. Canon also launched four lenses which support 4K and will be compatible with these cameras. In November 2011 Canon announced the EOS C300 – the first camera in the Cinema EOS System, marking the company’s entry into the motion-picture and digital production market. The EOS C500/ EOS C500 PL will be based on the same advanced

Canon’s EOS C500

platform, adding support for 4K RAW video capture, and 4:4:4 sampling during 2K capture. For the details on all of these releases, see Launch Pad on page 13.

Kodak Requests Permission to Pay $13m in Bonuses Pioneering photographic company believes payments will help to secure the business’ future whilst it undergoes reorganisation.

Kodak has asked the US Bankruptcy Court for permission to pay bonuses to 300 members of staff, adding up to a total of more than $13 million. Some commenters have reacted with shock that a company which has filed for bankruptcy protection should intent to pay out such a sum, but Kodak points out that it will help to retain a large number of employees who could be crucial to the company’s timely recovery. In a statement to Pixel, Kodak said: “Kodak has filed a motion with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court requesting approval to implement an Employee Continuity Plan - a retention plan similar to plans adopted by other companies during the 127481 4 positions 4 Led’s 48% Lighter than compact chargers 10% smaller than compact chargers For AA 29% & AAA 9v 15% faster than a compact charger 4.3-9hr charge time

restructuring process. The Employee Continuity Plan is designed to make sure Kodak has the ability to retain employees in mission-critical positions based on business needs throughout the Chapter 11 process. If the motion is approved by the court, the company will provide incentives to a limited number of employees, based on their critical roles in developing and delivering a profitable, sustainable business strategy. “We firmly believe that we are on the right path to creating a sustainable and profitable company.” This month, Kodak has also withdrawn its motion to end supplemental health care benefits for about 16,000 Medicare-eligible retirees. The company will create a committee to examine retiree benefits. www.kodak.com

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