Maximise Your Nikon (Manchester)…
It has been a while since we offered our ‘extended crash course’ seminar for Nikon users. This aims to provide practical information for real world photography in minimum time.
The first of these updated event takes place in conjunction with Calumet in Manchester on March 29th. Glasgow (May 9th) and London (date to be advised).
But it is not just cameras, lenses and Speedlights also get the once over in this informative event.
For more information please click the links below:
Calumet Manchester (March 29th).
Calumet London (Date to be confirmed).
End. (20/03/12).
New Sigma Telephoto/Micro Lens…
Sigma have announced a new 180mm f/2.8 telephoto lens with macro capabilities. It will be available initially in Nikon, Canon and Sigma mount options.
The first version was a fine performer, but there are some significant enhancements on the new lens. Here are the announcement details of this new interesting optic:
PRESS RELEASE January 2012
APO Macro 180mm F2.8 EX APO DG OS HSM
Telephoto macro lens with a fast aperture and Optical Stabilisation.
The Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce the new Sigma APO Macro 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM.
Image © Sigma Corporation
This is the world’s first 180mm macro lens incorporating a magnification ratio of 1:1 and a large maximum aperture of F2.8. It benefits from Sigma’s original Optical Stabiliser function and the wide F2.8 aperture allows faster shutter speeds for narrow depth of field, enabling photographers to emphasize the subject. Three FLD (“F” Low Dispersion) glass elements provide excellent correction for colour aberrations. This lens incorporates Sigma’s floating inner focusing system which minimises aberrations that occur as shooting distances change and enables stable rendering of the image from infinity to 1:1 magnification. The Super Multi-Layer Coating reduces flare and ghosting and provides sharp and high contrast images even at the maximum aperture.
Equipped with Sigma’s own propriety OS (Optical Stabiliser) system, this lens offers the use of shutter speeds approximately 4 stops slower than would otherwise be possible*, enabling handheld close-up photography. The incorporation of HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor) ensures quiet and high speed autofocus as well as full-time manual focus capability. This lens has a rounded 9 blade diaphragm creating an attractive blur to the out of focus areas of the image. At 1:1 magnification, this lens has a focusing distance of 47cm/18.5in which is a greater working distance than shorter focal length macro lenses. This is advantageous when taking pictures of highly sensitive subjects such as butterflies and insects.
Attaching Sigma’s optional Tele Converter’s allows photographers to shoot with an even greater working distance or with a magnification ratio larger than 1:1.
Supplied with fitted case, bayonet type hood (LH927-01), hood adapter (HA927-01) and tripod socket (TS-21)
*The effectiveness of the OS system will gradually decrease as the shooting distance becomes shorter.
THE SPECIFICATIONS
Minimum Aperture F22 Minimum Focusing Distance 47cm
Lens Construction 19 Elements in 14 Groups Maximum Magnification 1:1
Angle of View 13.7° Filter Size 86mm
No. of Diaphragm Blades 9 pcs
SRP TBA
Weight TBA
Dimensions Diameter 95mm x Length 203.9mm
Available fittings Sigma, Canon and Nikon
●The appearance and specification are subject to change without notice.
For more information: Click Here.
End. (10/01/12).
Nikon Speedlight Course Last Call…
Just to let those interested know, that our Nikon Speedlight workshop next week (Monday December 5th) at Nikon UK’s Kingston Upon Thames home is very nearly full.
Only the last couple of places remain.
For more information or to book: Click Here.
End. (29/11/11).
Studio Lighting From The Ground Up…
On Monday next week, (November 28th) we will be hosting our always popular introduction to studio lighting with Calumet Drummond Street in London. So for those who want to make rapid progress, either as a reminder of the basics or from scratch, this course offers that. But don’t be mislead, it moves on to repeatable higher standards of lighting than many expect.
For more details: Click Here.
Understanding Digital Course…
Tomorrow, for those interested in understanding exactly how their digital cameras work, we have another of our ‘Extended Crash Course Seminars’ with Calumet at their London Drummond Street store.
This is very ‘real world’, and explains in easy to understand terms, the important considerations. It is suitable for the beginner to the pro.
For more information: Click Here.
End. (18/11/11).