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Earth Photo 2025 now open Earth Photo 2025 is officially open for entries, inviting still and moving image makers worldwide to submit work celebrating our planet. Established by Forestry England, the Royal Geographical Society and Parker Harris, Earth Photo encourages discussions about our environment, background. For a fee of £15, entrants can submit up to ten images or short films between five seconds and five minutes long. Projects must be produced within the last five years.
Leica has announced the launch of the SL3-S – the latest camera in its SL-System – which it says focuses on speed, flexibility and versatility. The SL3-S features a 24-megapixel BSI CMOS full-frame sensor with multi- shot modes offering resolutions of up to 96 megapixels. Its autofocus system combines phase detection, depth map and contrast detection technologies to support shooting speeds of up to 30fps. An ISO range spanning 50 to 200,000 and an IP54-certified body enhance its usability in varied environments. On the video side, the SL3-S supports 6K recording, with additional features like 3:2 open gate recording and 4K portrait-format capture. Internal recording includes ProRes 422 HQ, while external Raw recording is enabled via HDMI. The camera also offers direct SSD recording via USB-C and includes a timecode interface for synchronising video and audio. A notable first for the SL-System is the content credentials tech, allowing users to embed secure metadata to verify image authenticity and edits. Other highlights include Leica’s 5.76m-dot, 120fps EyeRes electronic viewfinder, a tilting 3.2-inch touchscreen and compatibility with a wide range of lenses – including M-Lenses and those from L-Mount Alliance partners. The SL3-S is available now, priced at £4500. leica-camera.com Speedy new SL3
Submissions close at 5pm GMT on Monday 3 March 2025. Shortlisted pieces will be showcased in various exhibitions, including the Royal Geographical Society in London. For the winners, prizes include cash sums, residencies, mentoring and possible appearances in New Scientist ’s Aperture section. Visit the website for details and online entry. artopps.co.uk
cultures and climate, using photography and film to reshape perceptions and inspire positive change. The submission categories are unrestricted, welcoming both emerging and established creatives of any age or
SILENT CRISIS The photograph juxtaposes the tranquil act of floating lamps with the harsh truth of the Yamuna’s pollution
Lexar’s rapid CFexpress Lexar has announced its latest CFexpress 4.0 Type A and Type B memory cards – which the company claims deliver twice the speed of CFexpress 2.0 models – aiming to support faster workflows. The new range is divided into three series: Diamond, Gold and Silver, providing options tailored for various professional requirements. The top-tier Diamond series features read speeds of up to 3700MB/s and write speeds of up to 3400MB/s. It is positioned for users needing high-speed transfers and 8K Raw video recording capabilities, with sustained write speeds reaching 3200MB/s. The Gold series offers read and write speeds of 3600MB/s and 3300MB/s respectively, with capacities of up to 4TB. It is intended for users requiring both speed and large storage for extended shooting sessions. Focused on videography, the Silver series provides support for 8K Raw video recording and is compatible with cameras from companies such as Canon, Nikon and Panasonic. It will support sustained write speeds of 2600MB/s. All are designed with eight-point protection, safeguarding against environmental and physical hazards such as temperature extremes, dust and drops. A limited lifetime warranty is included for additional assurance. The CFexpress 4.0 cards will be available in the UK and Ireland from January 2025. lexar.com
NEW ONLINE COURSE AVAILABLE NOW Video for photographers Level: Beginner (existing photography
knowledge required) Number of lessons: 11 Format: Online Scheduled email delivery : Yes Cost: Free
The video for photographers course is designed specifically for those with existing photography knowledge. The 11 lessons guide you through everything you need to know to transfer those skills into moving images. Maybe you’re a keen photographer wanting to understand video, a pro photographer thinking about adding videography as a service, or you simply love videography and want to understand it better. Whatever your motivation, this course will equip you with a solid understanding of videography basics. Visit the website to browse this and all available courses. photographynews.co.uk/learning
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