The Cinevate Atlas FLT is a lightweight camera slider for video-enabled digital SLR cameras. Measuring at only 26-inch long and weighing less than 10 pounds, the camera slider features a non-reflective, black satin anodised finish, full CNC aluminium/steel construction and stainless steel fasteners. The Cinevate Atlas FLT is equipped with a 3/8” screw, making it compatible with any standard 3/8” threaded ball head. The new Cinevate Atlas FLT retails for $579 a pop. [PhotographyBLOG]
Sony is back with a new accessories for its Alpha DSLR cameras. The Sony HVL-F43AM external flash comes with a powerful output of GN43 (105mm ISO100 m). This external flash also features the innovative Quick Shift Bounce system, allowing the flash head position to be adjusted instantly when you are switching between horizontal and vertical compositions. Additionally, the company also introduces the VCT-55LH mounting bracket, the ALC-SH111 Lens Hood and the LCS-AMB carry case to protect your A-mount camera. [dcviews]
Kodak has recently introduced the new C1530 point-and-shoot camera. This 14-megapixel digicam comes jam packed with a 3x optical zoom lens with a built-in mechanical lens cover, a 3-inch LCD monitor and a 32 MB of internal memory. This compact camera also features Kodak’s EasyShare button, allowing you to send photos to your friend via e-mail or upload your favorite photos to KODAK Gallery, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Flickr and Orkut sites. Available in red, black and white, the Kodak EasyShare C1530 retails for $79,95 each. [Kodak]
Tamron will release the 18-270mm Di II VC PZD lens in Japan on April 15th, 2011. It is claimed to be the world’s highest zoom range at 15x magnification for a lens with its compact size and lightweight. Weighing at only 450 grams, the lens adopts Tamron’s proprietary VC (Vibration Compensation) image stabilization and Tamron’s new PZD (Piezo Drive) AutoFocus technology. [dcviews]
Here’s the latest spy gadget from Chinavasion, the KGB HD Spy Cam. Codenamed CVMV-I109, this marker-shaped device is equipped with a 5.0-megapixel CMOS image sensor, a microSD card slot (up to 32GB), a USB 2.0 port, an HDMI port, a built-in 400mAh battery and can capture both 720p HD video at 30fps as well as up to 8.0-megapixel digital still images (interpolated mode). If you’re interested, the KGB HD Spy Cam will set you back $70.29. [Product Page]
The new Velbon Ultra Rexi L tripod measures at only 36cm long when folded, but provides a full-size extended height of 153cm and a maximum load capacity of 4kg. Weighing at only 1.3kg, the Velbon Ultra Rexi L features a magnesium alloy collar construction and multi-angle legs that is useful for macro photography. The tripod is also compatible with the Velbon PHD-64Q, QHD-61Q and FHD-61Q tripod heads. Each purchase of the Ultra Rexi L comes equipped with a case. If you are interested, you can buy the Velbon Ultra Rexi L for £149.99 ($245). [PhotographyBLOG]
Canon USA today introduced two advanced-design PL-mount lenses that address the emerging 4K production standards. Known as the Canon FK14.5-60 wide-angle cine zoom and the Canon FK30-300 telephoto cine zoom, these precision-matched lenses adopt breakthrough Canon optical designs that simultaneously optimize and enhance multiple imaging attributes while minimizing optical aberrations and distortions. Both lenses are also more compact and lightweight than contemporary PL-mount lenses and both feature a totally new Canon optical design that virtually eliminates focus breathing. No word on pricing at this moment. [Canon]
