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Kata Pro-Light Rollers
Press Release  |  May 13, 2013  |  0 comments
Manfrotto Distribution has introduced a slimmed down lineup of Kata rollers, shoulder bags, video backpacks and rain covers. Designed especially for professional videographers, Kata's products offer a wide selection of carrying and protective solutions.
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Stile Plus Camera Bags
Press Release  |  May 10, 2013  |  0 comments
The Stile Plus collection by Manfrotto combines Italian style with functionality and great protection. On the outside no one can tell the bags were designed for cameras, but one peek inside exposes the ingenuity of Manfrotto designers.
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DSLR Reviews
Nikon D600 DSLR Review
Edited by George Schaub  |  May 10, 2013  |  First Published: Apr 01, 2013  |  0 comments

The Nikon D600 is the smallest of the company’s full-format sensor cameras yet due to the same seals and protections as the Nikon D800 and its very robust body, it can be used outdoors under rugged and rainy weather conditions.

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Photographer ProfilesPro Techniques
Pro's Choice: The Portraiture Of Mark Katzman: Lifestyle On Location
Jack Neubart  |  May 10, 2013  |  First Published: Apr 01, 2013  |  0 comments

Mark Katzman has been shooting professionally for over 25 years. Originally, he studied filmmaking at the University of Wisconsin, Madison. In college, and for a short while thereafter, he found he could earn money by taking pictures of baseball teams.

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Flashpoint 3 Lighting Kit
Press Release  |  May 09, 2013  |  1 comments
Adorama has introduced the Flashpoint 3 Lighting Kit with Light Stands, 3-33” Umbrellas, Socket, Bulbs & Case.
Designed with photographers in mind, the Lighting Kit’s fluorescent lighting system handles a wide variety of complex lighting needs. Easily customize the lighting setup by adding diffusers for a softer effect, or collapsible reflectors to alter the quality of the light. All pieces break down easily for storage in the included case. Designed for both studio and location work, the Flashpoint 3 Lighting Kit gives the photographer plenty of lighting choices while on a shoot.
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Picture This
Patterns
Staff  |  May 07, 2013  |  First Published: Apr 01, 2013  |  6 comments
Our Picture This! assignment this month was Patterns, a subject near and dear to every photographer’s heart and eye. The challenge is to frame the scene so that the flow of the pattern is reinforced, or at times interrupted, in a visually surprising way. A pattern can be repetitive in terms of subject and rhythm, or it can be composed of diverse textures and forms that, through composition, become unified. Color, shadow and highlight, and creative use of depth of field all work together to create an effective image. Readers sent in images that covered nature, architecture, landscape, manufactured goods, and a wide variety of structures from all around the world. This was one of our most popular topics in terms of the number of submissions we received, so it was tough to narrow them down to the photos you see here.
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Multiblitz Continuous Lighting
Press Release  |  May 07, 2013  |  0 comments
The PRO X Tungsten lights is the continuous lighting solution for professional photography. Also suitable for certain video applications, the PRO X continuous lighting system is the most compact, lightweight and yet powerful halogen light available today. The PRO X light is equipped with a 1000 W halogen tube with a lifetime of 75 hours and delivers Tungsten light at a color temperature of 3200 K. Fan cooled, these tungsten lights are very well suited for the heavy work load of professional photographers. In addition to the vast assortment of reflectors, rotating barn doors, and umbrellas, Multiblitz exclusively developed heat resistant soft boxes (24” x 24” and 24” x 32” in size) for the PRO X system.
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Lens NewsLens Reviews
Tamron SP 24-70mm F/2.8 Di VC USD: A Constant Aperture “Full Frame” Zoom
Jack Neubart  |  May 06, 2013  |  First Published: Apr 01, 2013  |  3 comments

The difference between a “constant” aperture zoom and other standard zooms is that when you increase the focal length on the standard zoom the maximum aperture narrows. This might make the difference between being able to hand hold or not when zooming in, and may indeed force the use of higher ISOs. Known as “fast” lenses, constant aperture zooms are pricier and bulkier than their variable-aperture counterparts. And to sweeten the pot, we’ve seen more and more fast lenses with built-in image stabilization, which gets you even more low light and steady shot capability.

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Tamron USA Limited Time Rebate
Press Release  |  May 06, 2013  |  1 comments
Starting May 3 through May 13, purchasers receive a mail-in rebate on the popular Tamron 18-270mm Di II VC PZD and 18-200mm Di II All-In-One(tm) zoom lenses.
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Photo Accessory NewsPhoto Accessory Reviews
Nikon WU-1b Wireless Mobile Adapter: Smarten Up Your d600 And Nikon 1 v2
Jack Neubart  |  May 03, 2013  |  First Published: Apr 01, 2013  |  0 comments

There are several ways to trigger a camera wirelessly but up until recently none of them conveniently gave Nikon D600 shooters a large-screen remote live view. Enter the Nikon WU-1b Wireless Mobile Adapter that operates with “smart” devices—namely iOS and Android tablets and phones, in conjunction with the Nikon Wireless Mobile Adapter Utility app. The device is a tiny Wi-Fi 11b/g/n dongle about the size of the tip of your thumb and connects to the camera’s USB port. It even comes with a short lanyard and protective case, so you can keep it attached to the camera strap. I tested it with a third-generation Apple iPad with Retina display. Read on, as you’ll find important tips here that are not found in the instructions. (Note: WU-1b also works with the Nikon 1 V2; model WU-1a is currently available for the Nikon D3200.)

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