| From Photoworkshop.com Products Many new photo products were announced at the recent PhotoPlus Expo in New York last month, including these items, which are worth taking a peek at. SanDisk Introduces 8-Gigabite SanDisk Extreme III SDHC
The 8GB SDHC card will be packaged with a SanDisk MicroMate™ USB 2.0 Reader—a $20 value—so that users have a one-stop solution for capturing, storing and transferring their images. The bundled card and reader are available at a suggested price of $179.99. It will also be available in Europe. An 8GB SanDisk Extreme III SDHC card can store more than 4,000 high-resolution pictures or up to 16 hours of MPEG 4 video2. The card has a read/write speed of 20 megabytes per second, thus providing rapid downloads to a personal computer. The SDHC format is designed to allow for capacities greater than 2GB, but devices must be SDHC compatible in order to work with SDHC memory cards. For video applications, SanDisk Extreme III SDHC cards have a speed rating of Class 6, the highest available SDA speed class, meaning that they have a minimum continuous data transfer rate of 6MB/second3. SanDisk’s ultra-portable, high-performance MicroMate SDHC Reader can rapidly move images from an SDHC card to a personal computer. It also reads standard SD as well as SDHC flash memory cards. The reader is being bundled with the 8GB SanDisk Extreme III SDHC card at no extra cost. For more information, visit www.sandisk.com. Tenba Launches Two New Carrying Case Solutions
The uniquely-styled Gen-3 collection will initially launch with three products: a Photo/Laptop Backpack, Photo/Laptop Messenger, and Photo Sling Bag. The Backpack and Messenger offer easy-to-access, organized space for a full-sized professional D-SLR kit with multiple lenses and flash, plus separate, protective storage for a laptop, including many 17” models. Both bags include movable/removable divider panels, multiple accessory pockets, a movable/removable accessory pouch for a phone or portable audio device, a wallet for flash media cards, and many other practical features. The Photo/Laptop Messenger also has a removable document/office folio. The company says that other Gen-3 products are already in the works. The Gen-3 Sling Bag is a deceptively compact, body-hugging bag with storage for a pro-size D/SLR and multiple lenses. The Sling combines the fast access and convenience of a shoulder bag with the support and hands-free carrying comfort of a backpack. It is worn over one shoulder and across the chest, so it can be swung from back to front for instant access and fast shooting. The Sling has movable dividers, accessory compartments, a security strap with Tenba’s patent-pending Covert Clip™ hidden buckle, and more. All Gen-3 bags are made from Tenba’s Generation 840 nylon, making them exceptionally lightweight yet durable and highly weather resistant. Genuine YKK® zippers and Duraflex® hardware are used throughout. The Roadie collection starts with Small and Large Photo/Laptop rolling cases, which hold medium to large professional D/SLR or even medium format camera systems, as well as a laptop (including most 17” models), with seemingly endless space for accessories. Tenba-exclusive features are found throughout, including a flip-out organizer panel in the lid of the large Roadie, perfect for cables, makeup and other model supplies, and more. Both bags meet major airline/aircraft carry-on standards – in fact, the smaller model fits under most full-size airline seats. And both bags allow complete removal of the photo compartment, converting the Roadies into standard travel/overnight luggage. Also in the Roadie Collection are Tripod/Grip cases in 36 and 48 inch lengths. These unique, professional workhorses feature a “dual-mode” rolling design— they can either be lifted at one end and pulled on two wheels in the conventional manner, or rolled flat on the floor, with their built-in 360-degree casters and stowaway pull strap. The Tripod/Grip cases have full-access openings and interior compartments for umbrellas, cables and accessories. Roadies are built to withstand serious professional use, with rugged, ballistic nylon exteriors, honeycomb internal support frames, genuine YKK® zippers, heavy-duty, smooth and silent-rolling wheels and casters, industrial/military-grade webbing and massive reinforcement in all stress and load-bearing areas. Gen-3 bags vary in (manufacturer’s suggested retail) price from $170 to $230, and Roadies list from $336 to $448. For more information, visit www.tenba.com. INDURO Expands with New Gear
The Induro 3D-Series of Pan Heads offer smooth vertical tilt, horizontal tilt and panning movements, along with secure locking panhandles. Each 3D head incorporates a Dual Quick Release locking system to prevent accidental camera dismounting. Graduated scales in degrees provide a quick and easy way to reposition the camera. An easy-to-read bubble level mounted on the camera platform ensures fast camera alignment. In addition, 1/4-20 and 3/8” camera mounting screws are included and cleverly stored on the head itself. The die-cast aluminum alloy body and ergonomic rubber handles offer comfort and durability. Three models are available: the 3D-S (for series 0 & 1 tripods), 3D-M (for series 1 & 2), and 3D-L (for series 3 & 4). The Induro TH-S Monopod Head offers the added convenience of vertical camera movements and quick release mounting. The perfect match for any Induro monopod, the TH-S Monopod Head can be locked in several vertical camera positions while providing a secure mounting platform. A built-in bubble level and dual quick release system offer a quick and convenient method for leveling and mounting a camera. Induro’s Extra Long Quick Release Plates (QRL-DM-Series) for the DM-Series Ballheads are a must for long-lens shooters, offering the added security and rigidity necessary for longer lenses. The Extra Long Quick Release Plates include two mounting screws (1/4-20 or 3/8”) for an anti-twist secure mount. In addition, the plates can be adjusted forward or backward for the proper center of gravity. The Extra Long Quick Release Plates are offered in either 1/4-20 or 3/8” configuration. In addition, standard 3/8” Quick Release Plates for the DM and SA series ball heads and the new 3D-series pan heads are available. For more information on Induro Professional Support Gear visit www.InduroGear.com Leaf's New AFi Medium-Format Digital Camera
Previewed as a prototype at Photokina, the Leaf AFi is now ready for live demonstrations and was shown for the first time during the Photo Plus Expo in NYC in October. Specifically designed for high-resolution digital photography, the Leaf AFi product line is comprised of three models: Leaf AFi 7, Leaf AFi 6 and Leaf AFi 5. The Leaf AFi offers high speed, up to 70 images per minute, combined with a very large, ergonomically-designed screen and body. The result is a camera that combines leading technologies into one elegant package that is very simple and intuitive to use. The Leaf AFi is flexible, easily adaptable, and fully compatible with the Leaf digital back technology. Designed and developed with input from the world's leading photographers, the Leaf AFi incorporates the latest Schneider Autofocus Digital (AFD) lenses. These lenses have been specifically created for use with 30+ MP digital camera backs—offering optimal focus while making the best use of high-resolution CCD sensors. Based on a newly-designed ergonomic camera body, the Leaf AFi offers myriad unique features, including: • Changeable viewfinder system (waist level or 90°/prism view) • Specially designed Schneider-Kreuznach digital lenses for speed and sharp images • Adjustable control grip provides ergonomically optimal angles for different shooting positions • Switching between portrait and landscape by turning only the camera back; no need to turn the camera The Leaf AFi will be available in late 2007. For more information, visit www.leafamerica.com. © Copyright 2002 by Photoworkshop.com |
