New Photography Daypack from MindShift Gear

This new Pack has the ability to hold up to 2 gripped DSLR's with up to 3 zooms and a 13in laptop along with personal gear. All this comes with easy back-panel access and nicely padded waist and shoulder straps make this an ideal pack to look into for the hiking photographer.

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MindShift Gear’s BackLight 18L Outdoor Photography Daypack Offers Added Comfort and Quick Rear-Panel Access


SANTA ROSA, CALIF – MindShift Gear announces the release of an 18-liter version of its popular BackLight series, the BackLight® 18L rear-panel backpack. This smaller version offers a lightweight daypack that enables photographers to access gear without taking off the backpack. They can change lenses or just snap a quick photo simply by rotating the bag to the front while the waist belt is still secured. Rear-panel access also adds security when traveling since camera gear is protected from behind.

This back-panel access allows photographers to work out of the bag without getting the harness dirty, wet, muddy, or icy. It features dedicated compartments that fit up to a 13” laptop and a full-size tablet. As a daypack, its front pockets total 5 liters in personal gear carry for a day’s outing, such as extra layers, a light jacket, food, and more. It is available in two colors, Charcoal and Woodland Green, and meets most international and U.S. airline carry-on requirements.


This new backpack holds a variety of camera kits:

Introducing MindShift Gear's Exposure Line of Shoulder Bags

 

MindShift Gear’s “Exposure” Shoulder Bags Offer the Ultimate in Durability and Weather Protection for Outdoor Photographers

SANTA ROSA, CALIF – There is no such thing as bad weather, only bad gear. MindShift Gear’s new Exposure shoulder bags are storm-resistant carrying solutions for the active photographer in virtually any outdoor environment. Built with high performance waterproof sailcloth panels, strategically placed storm flaps, water-repellent DWR fabric, and a sturdy Tarpaulin bottom; the Exposure protects camera gear from the elements and withstands the rigors of adventure photography. And, with its cross-body stabilizer strap, the Exposure moves with you while you’re active or is removable for more causal environments. A waterproof rain cover is included when it’s time to put the camera away and hunker down.

Exposure shoulder bags come in two models, the Exposure 13 and the Exposure 15, and in two colors, Black and Solar Flare. The Exposure 13 fits a 13” laptop; the Exposure 15 fits 15” laptops. A 10” tablet fits in zippered pocket.

“We believe it is time for outdoor photographers to have the optimal level of weather protection and durability in a shoulder bag,” said Doug Murdoch, MindShift Gear’s CEO and lead designer. “The X-Pac™ technology we employed is a four-layer laminated waterproof sailcloth material.

It is abrasion resistant and the C6DWR coating meets current environmental concerns and regulations.

Hands on with the Savage LED Light Wand

Nothing but love for this super versatile, super nifty studio lighting product.

The LED Light Wand, a new lighting product by Savage Universal (producers of those wonderful paper backdrop rolls), fulfills so many lighting needs it is difficult to know where to begin.  As the packaging and website states, it is "great for fill lighting, macro photography and product photography." But it's usefulness goes far beyond that.

Studio portrait using the
LED Light Wand as sole light source

Cell phone (iPhone) portrait using the
LED Light Wand

As a portrait light, the lightweight design bring maneuverability, allowing quick and easy placement and adjustment to get just the right effect.  As a single light, it is bright enough to pull off dramatically lit portrait on it's own.  Moreover, the always-on LEDs do not heat up, keeping the subject comfortable.  Additionally, the always-on function of this light, allows for quality studio-appearance portraits with only a cell-phone camera.

NEW MIRRORLESS 4/3: OLYMPUS PEN E-PL9

THE NEW EYE-CATCHING
OLYMPUS PEN E-PL9

New PEN Is a Compact, Lightweight Interchangeable Lens Camera That Delivers Outstanding Image Quality and Creativity for the Trendy Shooter

CENTER VALLEY, Pa., April 5, 2018 — Olympus introduces the Olympus PEN® E-PL9, a compact, lightweight interchangeable lens camera packed with features to enhance your photography with stunning image quality and sophisticated design. The PEN E-PL9 is the newest model in the award-winning PEN lineup and combines Olympus’ latest touchscreen controls with an array of interchangeable lens options to go beyond smartphone photography, perfect for those looking to capture and share their lifestyle in attention-grabbing detail with friends and followers.

New UHDgc Series of 2/3-Inch Portable Zoom Lenses from Canon

Canon Introduces New UHDgc Series of 2/3-Inch Portable Zoom Lenses for 4K UHD Broadcast Cameras

Three New Lenses Deliver High Image Quality and Mobility

MELVILLE, N.Y., April 2, 2018 – Canon U.S.A. Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced the launch of three new portable zoom 4K UHD broadcast lenses¹: the CJ24ex7.5B, CJ18ex7.6B and CJ14ex4.3B. These new additions are compatible with 4K UHD broadcast cameras that have 2/3-inch sensors. Flanking the existing UHDxs series of 4K portable broadcast lenses that deliver excellent optical performance, these three lenses usher in the newly launched UHDgc series that will broaden 4K UHD shooting options. These new lenses provide 4K UHD imaging quality at a price point that is more accessible to the majority of the broadcast market. Additionally, the new lenses provide impressive UHD optical performance while maintaining a compact and lightweight design to meet a wide range of needs for video productions that include documentaries, sports, events and news coverage.

UHD-Digisuper 66 from Canon Expands their 4K UHD Broadcast Lens Lineup

Mid-Range Field Zoom Lens Delivers Excellent Image Quality and Operational Control

MELVILLE, N.Y., April 2, 2018 – Canon U.S.A. Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced the launch of the UHD-DIGISUPER 66 (UJ66x9B), a mid-range telephoto zoom lens for 4K UHD broadcast cameras. Providing 4K optical performance for cameras that feature 2/3-inch sensors, the UHD-DIGISUPER 66 features a 66x zoom ratio, making it ideal for sports and live event productions. Leveraging Canon’s Optical Shift Image Stabilizer (Shift-IS), this new lens provides both handling and operational controls similar to existing field zoom lenses for HDTV broadcast cameras, offering stable imaging and comfortable maneuverability during indoor and outdoor sports broadcasting, medium-size broadcasting vans and more.

New HurleyPro H2Pro Weight Bag from Westcott

If you travel a lot and set up lightstands, tripods or other equipment up a lot in less than ideal conditions like wind or in crowds you know a good weight bag or 3 are handy to have. Now imagine you need to fly with them or need to hike into a location. all that extra weight can add up. Now if your location has water your problem is solved (and does it stylishly unlike milkjugs of old)

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WESTCOTT & PETER HURLEY LAUNCH H2PRO WATER WEIGHT BAGS
It’s time to travel lighter! Westcott has partnered with renowned headshot photographer Peter  Hurley to launch the HurleyPro H2Pro Weight Bag, the only weight bag with a refillable water  reservoir.
The H2Pro features a uniquely designed removable water reservoir that can be filled on-location.  This gives photographers and filmmakers the ability to avoid both traveling with heavy weight  bags and the added cost of sand or lead shot. Simply fill with water on set, empty, and repeat.

New Backpacks and Shoulder Bags from Tenba

Tenba Expands Cooper Collection with New Backpacks and Shoulder Bags
Street-style camera protection with exquisite materials and a classic silhouette

With an exterior built from CORDURA® canvas and waterproof leather, Cooper bags provide uncompromising camera protection in all weather conditions. Their timeless style and shape ensure they never look like camera bags, which allows photographers to blend in rather than draw unwanted attention to their expensive gear.