Photography News Issue 66

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PN EXCLUSIVE

Make the switch with Fujifilm

Switching camera systems is an expensive business and you need to get it right. In this exclusive offer, Photography News has partnered with Fujifilm to give readers the chance to borrow a Fujifilm camera and up

to two lenses of their choice for free*. The complimentary camera loan is for up to two weeks – plenty of time to try the products by shooting your favourite subjects and helping you make the right decision.

Perhaps you have an exciting project or a trip of a lifetime coming up? Or maybe you have always wanted to try out a Fujifilm X Series or GFX system? If so, our exclusive Fujifilm Make the Switch campaign is the perfect opportunity. There’s a wide range of kit available, from the best-selling X-T3 to the mightily impressive medium format GFX 50R. You’ll also be spoilt for choice with the X Series lens range, which currently consists of 29 lenses, but you’ll only get to pick two, so choose wisely! If you’re shooting landscapes, you could go for the XF14mm f/2.8 R or XF16mm f/1.4 R WR. For varied subjects, try the XF16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR or XF50- 140mm f/2.8 R LM OIS WR. For action and wildlife, you might want to consider

the XF100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR. Visit fujifilm-x.com to see the latest lens range. As part of the campaign, your Fujifilm images and your thoughts on the camera you borrowed will appear in PN. If you want to take advantage of this incredible opportunity, head to photographynews.co.uk/maketheswitch. There is no closing date at this time, but there is sure to be huge interest in this amazing offer and we have limited stock, so please don’t delay. In the first instance, fill out the form on our website and upload five images that represent your usual photography. We will be in touch if you are selected.

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*Subject to terms and conditions, which can be found at photographynews.co.uk/maketheswitch

Zeiss’ top-end telephoto

Save cash on Vanguard

Save up to £100 on Vanguard’s VEO 2 travel tripods. Vanguard has reduced the prices, with the VEO 2 204AB now £64.99, a saving of £35, while the 235AB is £79.99, saving £60. And there are more savings to be had: the 235CB is £119.99, saving £80, and

The VEO 2 travel tripods weigh as little as 1.2kg, can hold a maximum weight of up to 8kg and the tallest extends to 155cm.

The Zeiss Otus 100mm f/1.4 is a top-end manual focus lens aimed at portrait or product photographers who need a telephoto that delivers high-quality definition with a super-wide aperture. It’s full-frame compatible and designed to give a medium format look from the smaller format. Construction features 14 elements in 11 groups and there is a minimum focusing distance of 100cm. A T* anti-reflective coating provides

high contrast, while minimising stray light and aspherical lenses and special glass help minimise chromatic aberrations and distortion. To ensure a consistent centre of gravity and optimum balance, the lens has a full-metal housing and internal focusing. Available now in Canon EF and Nikon F fittings, the Zeiss Otus 100mm f/1.4 costs £3600.

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the 264CB and 265CB are now £149.99, a saving of £75 and £100 respectively.

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ThinkTank trio

Think Tank Photo has added three bags to its MindShift Gear family, the PhotoCross 15, the Stash Master 13L and the BackLight Elite 45L backpack. The BackLight Elite 45L backpack measures (externally) 33x59.7x20.3cm and is priced £399. It can store up to two DSLRs with lenses attached, as well as extra lenses and accessories. It also has space for a laptop/tablet and external tripod attachment points. It features weather-resistant zippers, waterproof/tear proof sailcloth and

robust lumbar padding. There’s room for personal items and the option to carry two large water bottles via pockets. For photographers who need quick access to their gear, the PhotoCross 15 backpack has an extra-large side panel, allowing you to get at gear without having to take the bag off fully. It can hold a DSLR with a 70-20mm f/2.8 lens attached, plus five extra lenses and a 15in. Made with durable, abrasion-proof materials and weatherproof zippers, the backpackmeasures 27x44x14cm

and is available in carbon grey or orange ember at £169. For those who really want to customise how they carry their gear, the Stash Master 13L could be the answer. This padded insert can hold a DSLR with 70-200mm f/2.8 lens attached, plus three extra lenses and accessories. The insert can be fully customised and then inserted into compatible MindShift backpacks or a bag of your choice. The Stash Master 13L is £59.

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