Photography News Issue 30

Photography News Issue 30 absolutephoto.com

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Spring into actionwith Canon Enjoy a photo day out with Canon at The Photography Show – and grab a bargain too!

Visit The Photography Show at Birmingham’s NEC between 19 and 22 March, and drop by the Canon stands, D141 and E131, for a chance to get hands-on with the company’s award-winning range – Canon bagged four trophies in the Photography News Awards 2015. The company is showcasing its photography kit, from enthusiast compact cameras to top-level professional DSLRs, as well as its Cinema cameras and extensive range of printers. Experts

will be on hand to demonstrate products and answer your questions on all four days of the show. Canon is also hosting a live stage where you can watch inspiring and educational presentations from some of the best in the business, such as Canon Explorers Andy Rouse and Simeon Quarrie. There’s a full programme on offer, from first thing on Saturday morning right through until Tuesday afternoon.

Among the many products available to ‘touch and try’ will be the EOS 6D DSLR, PowerShot G5 X compact, XC10 Cinema camera and the PIXMA PRO-10 printer, described below. Along with other products at the show, they’re all included in Canon’s spring cashback event. Subject to full terms and conditions – check the website for details.

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Specs

£150 CASHBACK

Sensor size/type 36x24mm CMOS Resolution 20.2 megapixels ISO sensitivity 100-25,600 Shutter speed range 30secs to 1/4000sec Dimensions (wxhxd) 144.5x110.5x71.2mm Weight 775g (with battery and card)

Sensor size/type 1.0 type back- illuminated CMOS Resolution 20.2 megapixels ISO sensitivity 125-12,800 Shutter speed range 1- 1/2000sec Dimensions (wxhxd) 112.4x76.4x44.2mm Weight 377g (with battery and card)

£40 CASHBACK

EOS 6D For those who want high-quality images the EOS 6D DSLR boasts20.2-megapixels ina full-framesensor, soyoucancapture images that are full of detail and clarity.While big on quality the EOS 6D is compact and lightweight for a DSLR weighing just 775g, making it perfect for long days and travelling, and with its tough construction it can certainly withstand the rigours of travel photography. With a full-frame sensor you have extra control over depth-of-field, meaning you can really make your portrait images stand out. If you’re a fan of night photography then you’ll be pleased to know that you can keep on shooting and still produce stunning images even after dark thanks to an IS0 range of 100-25,600. If you can’t wait to share your memories, built-in Wi-Fi and GPS let you record your location and share your images or Full HD videos with your friends and family while on the go.

PowerShot G5 X Looking for a compact camera, but don’t want to compromise on image quality? Look no further, the PowerShot G5 X might be small in size, but it really packs a punch with a one-inch back- illuminated CMOS sensor and 20.2-megapixels. Anelectronic viewfinder allows you to see a real-timepreview of your settings so you can see exactly how your shot will appear, before you press the shutter. If you love soft background blur in images then you can achieve beautiful results with the bright f/1.8-2.8 lens. Whether you’re out searching the streets for inspiration in the day or exploring in the evening you can capture crisp images thanks to the Optical Image Stabilizer, helping you to create sharp and blur-free shots. Get even more creative and change your angle with the help of its large three- inch vari-angle touchscreen.

£75 CASHBACK

Specs

Sensor size/type 1.0 type CMOS Resolution 8.29 megapixels movies; 12 megapixels stills Lens 27.3-273mm 35mm equivalent, f/2.8-5.6 max aperture Frame rates 4K/1080, 720p Dimensions (wxhxd) 131x115x238mm Weight 1.04kg (with battery and lens hood)

Resolution

4800dpi Inks 10 single inks Print sizes A3+, 35x43cm Speed A3+ approx. 3m 35s Dimensions (wxhxd) 689x385x215mm Weight 20kg

PIXMA PRO-10S It’s a common refrain these digital days that we’re guilty of not printing our photos often enough. Change all that by investing in a PIXMA PRO-10S A3+ printer, and give your photography the presentation it deserves. With ten pigment-based LUCIA inks, including deep blacks, the PRO-10 produces outstanding gallery quality prints that’ll last. Three dedicated black inks create beautiful mono masterpieces. To further enhance the density of blacks and expand the colour gamut, the PRO-10S uses Chroma Optimizer clear ink. And as the inks are individual, you only need to replace the one that runs out, not all of them. There’s a vast choice of media too, as it’s compatible with most quality papers. The PRO-10S isWi-Fi and Ethernet enabled, plus it canwork with your tablet or smartphone using the CANON print app. It can also print directly from cloud services with the PIXMA Cloud Link so there’s no need to mess around with cables and cards. So the only question really is where will you put your new printer?

£50 CASHBACK

XC10 Somany cameras offer stills andmovies, but for qualitymovies, you need a camera with the emphasis onmoving images, which is where Canon’s Cinema cameras come in. From that range comes the compact, yet creative XC10. This lightweight camera is easy to use, so it’s perfect if you’re just getting to grips with movies. That’s not to say that it’s short on ability though – it offers 4K/Full HD video capture, as well as high-quality 12-megapixel stills. Its built-in lens offers a 10x zoom, the equivalent of 27.3-273mm in 35 mm terms, complete with image stabilisation to prevent the shakes from ruining your videos. ISO sensitivity up to 20,000 and a built-in ND filter mean you can keep shooting in low light. No less than 12 stops of dynamic range record extremes of highlight and shadows, ensuring the maximum range of tones in your videos.