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Lee launches latest system Lee Filters reinvents its filter system for smaller format cameras, so say hello to the LEE85 system
Fujifilm gets flash
Stacks from Sigma Sigma’s collection of lenses for mirrorless cameras grows The 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS is the first ultra-long telezoom from Sigma for full-frame mirrorless cameras and the fifth DG DN lens. The compact model comes in L-Mount and Sony E-mount fittings. Key features include Sigma’s Super Multi-layer Coating, focus limiter switch and customisable AF-L button. The lens’s construction is optimised for mirrorless systems and features 22 elements in 16 groups with one FLD and four SLD lenses for high-resolution performance across the frame. Close focusing is 112cm at 100mm and 160cm at the 400mm end, so the lens has potential for close-up shooting. This lens has a guide price of £899.99. Already available in other mirrorless fittings are the 16mm f/1.4 DC DN, the 30mm f/1.4 DC DN and the 56mm f/1.4 DC DN. They’re now available in L-Mount, priced at £449.99, £329.99 and £399.99 respectively. There are also L-Mount teleconverters, the Sigma 1.4x and 2x, priced at £369.99 and £399.99 respectively. Finally, Sigma has introduced the USB Dock UD-11. This device, priced at £39.99, allows users to update firmware and customise settings for its Contemporary,
Fujifilm releases a compact, richly featured speedlight and a wireless trigger to go with it
Lee Filters’ 100 system is hugely popular among scenic photographers. For APS-C and Micro Four Thirds format cameras, Lee offered the Seven5 system, but that is discontinued and has been replaced by the LEE85 system. The LEE85 system is centred around a precision- made aluminium holder that can accept up to three filters plus the polariser– guides are supplied for one, two or three filters. The 85 holder, just like the current 100 holder, can be rotated on the adapter ring or locked in position, and this has three settings – neutral, half lock and full lock. The optical resin grad and standard filters have a new tab grip, which helps handling and means you keep your fingers off the filter area itself.
The Fujifilm EF-60 is a compact and powerful speedlight suitable for X Series and GFX systems. It’s the brand’s first radio wireless flashgun and is compatible with the EF-W1 commander unit. This Fujifilm speedlight has a guide number of 60 (ISO 100/m) with flash coverage from 24mm to 200mm, with light spread as wide as 16mm possible when the integral diffuser is used. Other features include TTL flash, manual flash with output as low as 1/256 of full power and high-speed flash sync up to 1/8000sec. The flashgun also includes a high- luminance white LED that can be used as a video assist light or as a continuous light for stills shooting adding a catchlight.
The EF-60 has a built-in wireless receiver that uses the Nissin Air System (NAS) and this flashgun can be used with the Fujifilm EF-W1 commander or the Nissin Air 10s trigger. An optical wireless receiver is also built in and it is powered by four AA cells. The EF-W1 commander unit can remotely trigger and control multiple EF-60 flashguns in TTL, manual and HSS modes. Output in TTL and manual modes can be wirelessly controlled in 0.3EV increments, and in manual power can be set to 1/256 output. The EF-60 costs £389 and the EF-W1 commander is £199. The full compatibility list is on the Fujifilm website. fujifilm.eu/uk
Four kits are available: Discover £199.99; Develop £264.99, Aspire £349.99 and Deluxe £499.99. The Discover kit comprises the holder, pouch, 0.6 ND medium grad and three adapter rings, 58mm, 67mm and 72mm, while the top-of-the-range Deluxe kit adds the 0.9 ND grad, Big Stopper, circular polariser, filter wash and cleaning cloth. There’s a two-page test on the Deluxe kit in this issue. leefilters.com
All about RPS distinctions In September, The Royal Photographic Society is hosting digital roadshows via Zoom to show you what is required to achieve the licentiate, associate and fellowship distinctions
If you’re thinking of putting in for a Royal Photographic Society distinction, or simply want to see some excellent work and hear the discussion, this series of digital roadshows is for you. The roadshows will be covering the various genres, how to write a statement of intent, prints and
panelling, digital submissions and where to seek advice. Also on show are the latest successes, with applicants talking about their work, and panel chairs and assessors will be on hand to answer your questions. These events are free but you need to book using the bit.ly links below. rps.org
Art and Sports lenses. sigma-imaging-uk.com
DATES Licentiate 1 September 11am-1pm BST bit.ly/2OXfRiC 7pm-9pm BST bit.ly/30ON4T8
Associate 8 September 11am-1pm BST bit.ly/32ZslyC 7pm-9pm BST bit.ly/2OXXURl
Fellowship 15 September 11am-1pm BST bit.ly/2OXYb6P 7pm-9pm BST bit.ly/2CJWM1c
ABOVE Aim for a RPS distinction with free talks this September
Six from Laowa Laowa launches six L-Mount lenses: three wide-angle and three macro
Permajet’s cover-up
Keep your printer dust free with a Permajet a smart protective cover
Permajet’s new slip- on protective printer cover, made from tough polypropylene fabric, will shield your printer from everyday dirt, dust, pollutants and sunlight, ensuring it is safe and ready to go for the next print job. Designed for the A3+ and A2 range
of Canon and Epson desktop inkjet printers, there are three sizes available: medium, large and extra large priced at £25, £30 and £35, respectively. The full dimensions are on the Permajet website, where you can order, too. permajet.com
Three wide-angles and three macro lenses are now available from Laowa in L-Mount fittings. These are the 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6,
12mm f/2.8, 15mm f/2, 15mm f/4 wide-angle macro, 65mm f/2.8 2x ultra macro and 100mm f/2.8 2x ultra macro APO. laowalenses.co.uk
ABOVE Permajet offers three sizes of protective covers
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