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Manfrotto’s new Befree and adapter
X-Rite ColorChecker now indifferent sizes The ColorChecker Classic target canbeusedduringphoto or video capture to create custom DNG and ICC camera profiles, colour grade video footage, or compare, measure and analyse differences in colour reproduction. It’s now available in five sizes: Nano, Mini, Original, XL and Mega. The Nano measures 1x1.75in and the Mega is 60x40in. The ColorChecker Video target is now available in three sizes – Original, XL and Mega. This target can be used by DITs, editors and colourists.
The new Befree GT XPRO travel tripod isdesigned forphotographers who seek a compact and versatile tripod to takeoncreativeadventures. The tripod comes in aluminium and carbon fibre versions, and is the first travel tripod to feature both Manfrotto’s 180° foldable legs and its built-in 90° column mechanism, housed in the tripod’s top casting. Weighing in at 1.76kg for the carbon fibre version and 2kg for the aluminium version, the Befree GT XPRO has the locking power to support an impressive 10kg load. Leg position is secured with Manfrotto’s M-lock system. The included 200PL-PRO rubberised plate increases camera grip and makes it fully compatible with the Manfrotto RC2 and Arca- type head plates. The aluminium Befree GT XPRO costs £269.95, with the carbon fibre
versionpriced at £409.95.Manfrotto has also introduced the Top Lock Travel Quick Release Adaptor that is compatible with all Arca type camera plates and L-brackets, designed so that the Befree tripods’ legs can fold fully around the head ensuring portability of the kit is not compromised. It is also the first adapter on the market fully compatible with the Befree 494, 496 and 498 ball heads. The adapter removes the need for additional adapters between the top lock and Manfrotto head system. Ultimately, the adaptor makes the Befree tripod range and applicable ball heads fully compatible for photographers using Arca- Swiss fit plates. The Top Lock Travel Quick Release Adaptor costs £34.95.
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Tenba’s Cineluxe bags, the Pro Gimbal Backpack 24 and the Roller 24 case, feature industry-first designs that allow videographers and photographers to carry kit like never before. The Pro Gimbal Backpack 24 allows a fully assembled gimbal to be carried safely inside, allowing the user to build their rig in advance and arrive on location ready to shoot, while the Roller 24 case is Tenba’s largest roller case to date, offering space for a complete rig and a range of accessories. Both feature a ‘doctor’s bag’ style opening systemmeaning they occupy the same space when open as they do closed and ensuring easy access. Additionally, both bags are built to last and feature water-repellent 1680D ballistic nylon (exterior), ripstop nylon (interior), seatbelt-grade webbing, YKK zips and reinforced stitching. Innovative cases from Tenba
Fisheye zoom fromPentax
The Pentax-DA 10-17mm f/3.5- 4.5 ED (IF) is a fisheye to ultra- wide-angle zoom for its K-mount digital DSLRs. On an APS-C format camera you get a 180° diagonal field of view at the 10mm setting so there is plenty of potential for dramatic perspectives by getting in close or changing camera viewpoint. The lens features multi- layer HD coating to ensure high contrast images free of ghosting and with edge-to-edge sharpness. The exterior has also been totally redesigned so it looks similar to the latest DA and D FA-series lenses and matches Pentax’s current DSLRs. It now features a removable lens hood. Take this hood off and this lens can produce nearly circular images on the full- frame K-1 and K-1 Mark II. The lens front element features SP
Gitzo adds newhead Gitzo’s 3-Way Fluid Head is designed for all photographers and looks to enhance framing accuracy. The head features a quick-release plate/holder with 90° rotation, compatible with Arca plates. Weighing less than 1kg, the head safely supports a load up to 13kg. Thanks to Gitzo’s new cartridge fluid formula, the 3-Way Fluid Head promises smooth movement with no stick-slip, even in extreme conditions. The 3-Way Fluid Head is compatible with all Gitzo tripods and costs at £439.95.
(Super Protect) coating to repel water, grease and dirt, which makes it easier to clean if you do catch it with a finger smudge. The 10-70mm f/3.5-4.5 will sell for £499.99 and availability is fromAugust.
The Pro Gimbal Backpack 24 and the Roller 24 case bags cost £365 and £412 respectively.
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