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For filmmakers and photographers requiring a compact, yet powerful light in a handy size, Zhiyun’s UK and Ireland distributor has unveiled a pair of Fiveray M20 and M20C professional mini LED lamps. As the naming indicates, these offer 20W output, along with a runtime of 40 minutes that’s powered by a 4500mAh battery capacity. The Fiveray M20 enables precise white-balance control with a colour temperature range of 2700K to 6500K, while the Fiveray M20C with additional RGB LEDs boasts an extended colour temperature range of 2500K to 10,000K and Bluetooth mesh capability. The latter allows users to synchronise multiple lighting devices to cover wider areas for innovative effects, with the ability to stack the units. This wireless lighting control works in conjunction with Zhiyun’s mobile app. Both products are available in two versions – the standard or combo package. The combo adds extras such as a diffuser, barn doors, grid and storage bag. Retail prices for the M20 packages are £89 and £119 respectively; the stand-alone M20C is £139 or £169 for the combo version. zhiyun-tech.com Zhiyun launches compact LEDs
World’s smallest & lightest macro lens from Panasonic
Panasonic has announced what it claims to be the smallest and lightest medium-telephoto, fixed-focal-length macro lens in the world. The Lumix S 100mm f/2.8 Macro for its L-Mount system mirrorless cameras features a newly developed Dual Phase Linear Motor, delivering silent and optimal video functionality, life-size close- up photography and impressive portraiture. With a weight of 298g, fast and precise AF is also promised, as is micro-step aperture control for smooth changes in exposure, plus the choice between linear or non-linear focus ring settings. Arriving at the end of January, it is priced at £999. panasonic.com
SMALL, BUT MIGHTY The Lumix S 100mm f/2.8 Macro delivers great functionality in a tiny package
‘Grape’ idea from analogue specialist Low-cost analogue photography brand Lomography has introduced the new Fisheye No 2 Grape Jam, its latest 35mm film point-and-shoot compact. Some eye-catching features include a grape-purple body with a pop of green on the viewfinder. The aim is to allow photographers of all skillsets to capture unconventional wide-angle, fisheye-effect images in the 35mm format. With a built-in flash, bulb and multiple exposure settings, wide 170° angle of view,
close-ups down to 0.1m, 10mm focal length, f/8 aperture, power from an AA battery and an SRP of £69, the camera has great gifting potential too. lomography.com
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