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OM-3 ASTRO SHOOTS FOR THE STARS If you love stars then try OM System’s OM-3 Astro, a mirrorless camera for capturing red nebulae and deep-sky detail in stills and video. Based on the Micro Four Thirds OM-3 platform, the £1899/$3499 Astro model has a specially tuned IR-cut filter positioned in front of the sensor, delivering approximately 100% transmission of H-alpha wavelengths – a key aspect of nebula imaging. This allows improved capture of red emission nebulae, which are often difficult to reproduce accurately. The camera combines a back-illuminated stacked Live MOS sensor with the Truepic X image processor and customised colour profile controls. Dedicated custom modes are preset for stacking astrophotography, starry landscapes and handheld night shooting. Built-in features like Starry Sky AF, Live Composite, Night Vision Mode and USB power delivery support long-duration night shooting. Compatible with M.Zuiko lenses and mountable to telescopes via Micro Four Thirds adapters, the OM-3 Astro is available on a made-to-order basis. Optional body mount filters for light pollution suppression and soft star effects are also available separately. omsystem.com
Nikon’s pro telezoom reborn The Z series’ flagship 70-200mm is much lighter and faster to focus N ikon’s Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II is a second-generation upgrade to one of its most important zooms. Designed for both stills and
frame. Nikon’s Silky Swift voice coil motors power the autofocus system, delivering AF speeds up to 3.5x faster than the previous version while reducing noise by 50%. Focus tracking during zooming has also been refined. The optical formula uses fewer elements for greater sharpness, smoother bokeh and better anti- glare performance. Dual-sided aspherical elements, Super ED and SR glass, plus Meso Amorphous and Arneo coatings add to higher image quality and reduced weight. Further additions include a removable tripod collar with Arca-Swiss foot, a de-clickable control ring for silent aperture adjustment, professional-grade weather sealing and a lens hood with filter window to change variable ND or polarisers. nikon.co.uk
video, the refreshed S-Line lens introduces big improvements in weight, autofocus performance, stabilisation and ergonomics. Weighing 998g/2.2lb, the new £2999/$3197 lens is 362g/0.8lb lighter than its predecessor and 12mm/0.5in shorter, improving balance for handheld shooting and gimbal work. Its internal zoom design keeps the centre of gravity consistent when changing focal lengths, making it good for video. Stabilisation is up to six stops of in-lens Vibration Reduction, with Synchro VR available when paired with compatible Z cameras for enhanced stability across the
BEBOB POWERS UP WITH NEXT-GEN BATTERIES German battery specialist Bebob has
communication protocols, enabling seamless compatibility with cameras from Sony, Arri, Blackmagic, Red and Fujifilm. The batteries offer up to 200W continuous output, include a D-Tap connection and feature a five-step LED display showing charge status and battery health. Additions such as stackable storage design and an integrated flashlight add further convenience on-set. The VmicroC range is available now, starting at £325/$358 for the V45microC version. bebob.tv
expanded its popular Vmicro line-up with a new generation of compact V-Mount batteries. The VmicroC series introduces five models ranging from 43Wh to 238Wh, offering high- capacity power in a lightweight form factor suited to mobile shooting. A key upgrade is USB-C PD3 support for both input and output, allowing filmmakers to charge the batteries or power accessories
without needing dedicated chargers. The batteries also feature automatic
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