Awards
Accessories continued
Lighting
BEST ON-CAMERA MICROPHONE WINNER Sennheiser MKE 400
BEST PHOTO BACKPACK WINNER Manfrotto Pro Light Multiloader
BEST ROLLER/HARD CASE WINNER Think Tank Essentials Convertible Rolling backpack
BEST LED LIGHT WINNER Rotolight AEOS 2 Pro
When you need good audio without distraction, a highly directional shotgun microphone is just the ticket. This compact mic has built-in wind protection, an internal suspension mount to minimise handling noise and a three-step sensitivity switch for different audio situations.
ALSO NOMINATED: Azden SMX-30 Joby Wavo Pro
Manfrotto made its name with tripod and lighting stands, but has branched out to other imaging accessories. This year’s winner is a roomy bag with 17L capacity, so it’ll take two camera bodies and several lenses. Selling points include advanced construction that is highly customisable, featuring four entry points and multiple carrying modes.
Sennheiser MKE 200 Rode VideoMic Go II Rode VideoMic NTG Shure VP83F Lenshopper
Packing a heady combination of power and features, the AEOS 2 Pro is a serious piece of kit designed to give years of sterling service. Although its primary use is for video, it can also be a flash unit, with a selection of accessories available to modify the output. An updated version of the original AEOS 2, this unit packs more power and improved handling, making it even more versatile.
BEST WIRELESS MICROPHONE WINNER Rode Wireless Go II
ALSO NOMINATED: Langly Alpha Globetrotter XC Lowepro Protactic BP 350 AW III MindShift PhotoCross 13 MindShift Rotation 22L Peak Design Everyday 20L Shimoda Explore V2 30 Think Tank Urban Access 13 Vanguard Alta Sky 68 Vanguard VEO Adaptor R48 BK
With so many first-class rollers and hard cases on the market, a repeat winner must have something special. That’s certainly the case with the Essentials Convertible Rolling Backpack. Think Tank has an extensive range of imaging kit carrying solutions, and this roller is one of the most eye-catching. It’s capacious, able to accept two camera bodies, several lenses and a 16in laptop in its own dedicated compartment. In normal mode on smooth terrain, the roller can glide along, but when the going gets tough just the deploy backstraps and away you go.
ALSO NOMINATED: Joby Beamo Litra LitraStudio Nanlite Forza 150B Profoto C1 Plus
The perfect solution for videomakers and vloggers. Performance-wise, these units deliver professional audio – and onboard recording provides invaluable backup in case of problems. There are options, too. Two sources can be recorded simultaneously, with mono or stereo, and versatile gain controls to fine- tune recording.
RiBL Aura MVL2 LED
BEST SHOULDER/SLING BAG WINNER Lowepro Slingshot SL 250 AW III
ALSO NOMINATED: Lowepro Whistler RL 400 AW II Orca OR-542G
Editor’s Choice: Kenro Smart Lite 19in RGB Ring Light
Panzer Conqueror 31P Tenba Roadie Roller 18 Vanguard Supreme 53D Ultra-Tough waterproof case
ALSO NOMINATED: Joby Wavo Air
Sennheiser AVX-MKE2 Sony UWP-D27 Dual Channel Sound Devices A20-Mini
Editor’s Choice: Peli 1600 Protector
Editor’s Choice: Saramonic Blink 500 Pro
Sling bags should be practical, with storage for personal odds and sods as well as camera kit. The victorious Lowepro accepts and protects a compact mirrorless or DSLR with lens – QuickDoor access means you can get at it quickly. There’s room for a compact tripod or headphones and 11in tablet.
I owned a 1600 Peli case for years, only selling it on when my volume
of kit reduced significantly. It lived up to its robust reputation, regularly being stood on to gain vantage points, chucked in and out of cars and vans. The fact they carry a lifetime guarantee tells you all you need to know.” Roger Payne – Editor
The Smart Lite collection is a relatively recent addition to
Kenro’s product range, and the 19in RGB Ring Light is impressive, with potential as part of a vlogger’s set-up or for flattering portrait photography.” Roger Payne – Editor
Delivers great audio over a good distance. I’m a fan of the charging
ALSO NOMINATED:
Billingham Mini Eventer Groundtruth Rikr camera bag Langly Weekender flight bag Think Tank Retrospective 10 V2.0 Think Tank Freeway Longhaul 75 Vanguard VEO Range 38 NV
case, which powers it all with one cable – no more plates of spaghetti in your bag!” Roger Payne – Editor
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