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Manfrotto on the MOVE Manfrotto Move products boast flexible configurations, that increase on-set dynamic creators Manfrotto has announced three new modular designs, that promote smooth workflows in fast-paced creative environments. The Move Quick Release (QR) system allows operators to switch between tripods, motion-control gear and stabilisers in a matter efficiency and can empower of seconds. Users can create a universal connector type using a uniform Base and Plate set-up – across all camera systems and their various supports. This will allow operators to switch between equipment, without having to change plates. Designed with a universal 3/8in thread connector and a 1/4in adapter, Move’s QR system is compatible with most camera equipment and supports. The Move Quick Release catcher sells for £91.95, the Quick Release base (MVAQR) is £82.95, with the plate £22.95. The Gim-Pod is a lightweight solution that enables you to transition to a tripod using a Gimboom, without detaching the camera rig. It costs £71.95 and designed with twist locking legs and an aluminium slimline frame. External accessories can be attached to the Gim-Pod’s legs using a universal 3/8in thread connector, making it a highly versatile piece of kit. The third Move product is the £611.95 Gimbal 300XM. It is Manfrotto’s first modular stabiliser that allows flexible configurations, according to the user’s needs. Professional-level functionality is delivered by the upgraded hardware and software. manfrotto.co.uk
Nikon Photo Contest 2020- 2021 winners revealed
insight into private experiences, emotions and perspectives. “We saw some very moving, highly emotional entries this year, that stunned the judges – images of suffering, and of beauty, of captured lives, of joy, and of magic. It’s been an extremely difficult year for everyone, and to create works that somehow communicate these challenges shows that photography and video are very powerful tools.” The winning images will be put on display in London from 1-14 November. Exhibition details and the winning images can be viewed in an online exhibition on the Nikon Photo Contest 2020-2021 website now. nikon-photocontest.com/en/
Founded more than 50 years ago, the Nikon Photo Contest is one of the world’s largest photography competitions. The 2020-2021 version attracted 65,062 submissions from over 150 countries and regions. The winners of the Grand Prize awards for each competition category were selected from the Excellence Award-winning works. The photo competition Grand Prize went to an image from the Open Category called Radiance, by Amin Nazari from the Islamic Republic of Iran, depicting an elderly person receiving treatment for Covid-19 in an Iranian hospital. Lead judge Neville Brody observed that many of the entries provided
Submissions to this year’s competition share diverse perspectives, emotions and experiences from the Covid-19 pandemic
WildArt POTY: Monochrome category winners announced Discover the standout images of this unique wildlife photography competition
category winners coming from Poland, Hungary, the USA, the UK, Israel and Austria. There are ten categories in total, running over the first ten months of 2021. Submissions to Monochrome were received throughout July. The final category is Colour. wildartpoty.com
The WildArt Photographer of the Year puts wildlife snappers at the heart of everything it does. The competition has been designed by wildlife photographers with them in mind – and, of course, all the judges are wildlife photographers, too! It has attracted lots of submissions from people all around the world, with past
MONOCHROME GOLD AWARDWINNER Whale Shark and Tourists by Csaba Tökölyi. It shows fishermen feeding whale sharks, while divers look on. Nikon D7200 with Tokina 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5 fisheye lens at 10mm. Subal ND7200 housing and Inon Z-240 underwater flash. Exposure 1/250sec, f/10 at ISO 100
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