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Vanguard announces tripods ideal for travel
enlarging solutions, plus medium and large format film cameras. These stands appeared busy for the whole show. Anyway, if you want to attend TPS next year, the show is on 17-20 September 2022. Autumn’s here and it’s time to get the thermals out. Actually, I’ve had mine ready since August, when summer came to an early, unseasonal end – which was very disappointing. I was just beginning to enjoy insect photography and the weather didn’t help. Although, I managed a few sessions with damselflies and dragonflies. But now it’s time to focus on other opportunities. I’m hoping to make the most of the season’s colours. Longer term, I’m thinking of Victorian viaducts as a project. There are many, so I need to funnel this down and do some research – but I could pick 50 and record those for posterity, perhaps shooting on film. Don’t know yet, but if anyone has any thoughts, please feel free to get in touch. See you again next month, when the feature-packed double issue is out from 27 November.
EDITOR’S LETTER WILLCHEUNG
WELL, DID YOU make it to the NEC for The Photography Show? I was there three days in all: one for me, and two as editor of the mag. Thanks to everyone who stopped me to say hello. The Sunday seemed quiet, but the Monday and Tuesday were almost as busy as normal. Although, I don’t think there were as many bulging carrier bags as usual. Stock probably wasn’t there to be bought, and we do know that the demand for some significant new cameras and lenses is outstripping supply. But it wasn’t just new tech that was suffering, as I heard one tripod brand had sold their stock in the first two days. I really enjoyed the show. I got to play with the Canon EOS R3 (read what I thought on page 40) and spent a few quid, too. I’d been thinking of digitally photographing some of my favourite film negatives and slides recently, and saw accessories from pixl-latr to help. I bought a simple multi-format film holder, a diffuser and non-slip mat. I’ve finished a few copies – and the kit does what I want. The analogue corner was one of the show’s most interesting areas, with fascinating developing and
The new VEO 3T series of tripods meets the growing demand for versatile kit
VANGUARD’S VEO 3T travel range aims to help photographers and content creators produce high-quality images. Importantly, it has recognised the need for tripods that are compatible with both professional-level cameras and smartphones. Four models are available, two sizes in either aluminium or carbon fibre. The 235ABP aluminium/235CBP carbon – priced at £179.99 and £229.99, respectively – folds down to 41cm. It reaches a very useful 155cm fully extended and comes with the VEO BP-50T head. For greater height, the 265HABP aluminium/265HCBP costs £219.99 and £269.99, respectively, and fully extended the camera platform is
166cm off the ground. These models come with the VEO BP-120T head. Vanguard is known for providing a wide range of features, and these tripods are no exception. In the box you can expect an Arca-compatible head, a low-angle adapter, a ballast hook, spiked feet and tripod bag. The tripods have three easy-set leg angles (20°, 50° and 80°) that allow you to capture low-angle or macro
shots with ease – with a reversible central column that enables a quick set up. The low-angle adapter has a 1/4in thread, so can be used with any tripod head. One leg of the tripod can convert rapidly into a monopod. The tripod shoulder also has two 3/8in threads, to attach accessories – you can carry everything you need for your shoot with just one tripod. vanguardworld.co.uk
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What’s inside 03 News Microchip shortages might have slowed camera and lens launches, and stopped stocks getting to the shops, but there are no such issues with bags and tripods from the likes of Lowepro and Manfrotto – so plenty to tempt you 11 Word search and Vanguard contests A Samsung 256GB microSD card is up for grabs in our ever popular Word search, while in our monthly Vanguard contest we have a VEO Select 41GR bag to be won 12 Club news The new season for photo clubs and societies is already in rhythm, with a mix of actual, virtual and hybrid meetings. Club life is not back to normal yet, but it’s on the way
16 The Photography News Awards 2021 It’s that time of the year when we at PN want to recognise and celebrate great imaging kit and services. We have shortlisted nominees across a broad range of imaging categories – now it is up to the PN readership to vote for their winners 26 Make the Switch: Jovis Leigh Howieson Jovis Leigh Howieson wanted to get into street photography, and it was only after she ditched her DSLR and bought a Fujifilm camera that she saw the light. She hasn’t looked back since 29 Buyers’ guide: Take a new view Give your photography a refresh with a different lens. Our market survey takes in leading independent brands, where there is great value to be had
32 Buyers’ guide: Filter factors Most photographers have a lens filter of some sort, and many own a great deal more, especially scenic shooters. PN takes a look at the leading lights in the busy world of filters, and suggests products worth buying 34 Hands on: Canon EOS R3 We all knew the flagship Canon EOS R3 was due in 2021, but we didn’t know precisely what it would offer. Now we do, and editor Will Cheung managed to get a little one-on-one time 36 First tests
l BenQ SW271 27-inch pro monitor l Leofoto Poseidon LP-284C+LH-30 l Vanguard VEO 3T 235CBP travel tripod
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