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Leica Offers New T-System Camera in Australia

Leica Camera AG presents a new camera system that unites the fine art of engineering and hand-crafted excellence with design and handling in an entirely new and innovative concept.

From Leica Camera AG 25 Apr 2014

LASER COMPONENTS Creates Silicon APD Solution for Short-Range Laser Rangefinders

LASER COMPONENTS has created a proven Silicon APD solution for short-range laser rangefinders.

From Laser Components (UK) Ltd. 23 Apr 2014

The Optical Society to Exhibit at USA Science and Engineering Festival

The Optical Society (OSA) is pleased to announce they will be exhibiting at the USA Science and Engineering Festival, taking place in Washington, D.C. April 26-27.

23 Apr 2014

OSA Commends the US FTAC-OP for Recommendations Related to Optics and Photonics Investments

The Optical Society (OSA) today commended the U.S. Fast-Track Action Committee on Optics and Photonics (FTAC-OP) for recommendations related to investments in optics and photonics research in their newly released report, Building a Brighter Future with Optics and Photonics.

From Optical Society Of America 21 Apr 2014

Researchers Transform Waste Sulfur into Cheap, Lightweight, Plastic Lenses for Infrared Devices

Sulfur left over from refining fossil fuels can be transformed into cheap, lightweight, plastic lenses for infrared devices, including night-vision goggles, a University of Arizona-led international team has found.

18 Apr 2014

Researchers Transform Waste Sulfur into Cheap, Lightweight, Plastic Lenses for Infrared Devices

Indiana University researchers have detected new early-warning signs of the potential loss of sight associated with diabetes. This discovery could have far-reaching implications for the diagnosis and treatment of diabetic retinopathy, potentially impacting the care of over 25 million Americans.

18 Apr 2014

Soft, Pliable Micro Phone Lens Turns Smartphones into Microscopes

Imagine yourself examining species of coral in Fiji. Looking at fungi and parasites in grass seeds. Following ants across the ground up close, or picking out the striations in a piece of roast beef on rye.

17 Apr 2014

Invest in Photonics Opens Registration for Innovative SMEs Seeking Funding

Invest in Photonics(R), a two-day international business partnering convention focused exclusively on photonics venture capital investment, today announces that registration is open for innovative SMEs seeking funding. Interested candidates are invited to submit an application to present an elevator pitch to a panel of international investors at the event, taking place October 9 – 10, 2014 in Bordeaux, France.

17 Apr 2014

Gigahertz-Optik Introduces ISS-17-VA Integrating Sphere Source with Variable Light Intensity Output

Gigahertz-Optik introduces the ISS-17-VA Integrating Sphere Source calibration standard for spectral radiance and luminance. A unique and key feature of Gigahertz-Optik ISS series is a variable light intensity output while maintaining a constant color temperature.

From Gigahertz-Optik Inc 16 Apr 2014

Fujifilm Introduces TCL-X100 Tele-Conversion Lens for Digital Cameras

Fujifilm is proud to announce the launch of the TCL-X100, a tele-conversion lens designed specifically for the FUJIFILM X100 and X100S cameras. The lens attaches directly onto the camera and increases picture taking versatility by multiplying the fixed focal length by approx. 1.4×, converting it from 23mm (35mm in 35mm equivalent) to a 33mm fixed focal length (50mm in 35mm equivalent).

16 Apr 2014