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I prefer to shoot macros and close-ups handheld, so, when I need to augment the existing light or replace it entirely, I look for a compact solution. And for me, that often means a ringlight. It’s a simple and undemanding yet effective tool. For my really tight close-ups at or near life-size, I set focus manually in advance so there’s no worry about the AF sensor trying to lock on...

Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) are a highly efficient way to provide additional illumination to your shot. Not only are they small and portable, but LEDs consume far less power than tungsten units, can last over 100,000 hours, and give off little or no heat. If you are looking for studio lights that are easily metered (because they can stay on all day), cool to the touch, color temperature...

Bower has partnered with Cisco under the “Designed for Flip” program to launch a .45x Wide Angle Magnetic Lens. The lens will enable the videographer to take video shots with a much wider and panoramic view to capture scenes that were unable to be captured before. The lens is simple to use and easy to attach. The lens comes with a sturdy magnetic design specially designed to fit all Flip cameras. Bower has manufactured the lens with high quality Japanese optics.

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