ive Canon products were selected for this year’s “Best Photo and Imaging Product” awards by the Technical Image Press Association (TIPA), representing 28 photography and imaging magazines from 15 countries across 5 continents. The five Canon award-winning products are: the EOS 6D digital SLR (DSLR) camera, the EOS 100D DSLR camera, the EOS-1D C DSLR cinema camera, the EF24-70mm f/2.8L II USM interchangeable lens, and the PIXMA PRO-10 inkjet printer.
“Winning five of the world’s most respected awards across still-image, video and printing products is a proud achievement for Canon and testament to more than 75 years of dedication to quality imaging,” says Kim Conner, General Manager – Consumer Imaging, Canon New Zealand. “The great news for New Zealand consumers at all levels is that recent price drops at local retailers and dealers means that these award-winning products are now more affordable than ever.” Canon’s TIPA Award details
Best DSLR Expert in 2013 – the Canon EOS 6D was recognised by the TIPA jury for “melding consumer-oriented features with a very advanced set of options.” Employing a 20.2-megapixel 35 mm full-frame CMOS sensor, the 6D not only achieves the world’s smallest, lightest body among DSLR cameras equipped with a 35 mm full-frame sensor,*1 but also delivers “excellent quality at its highest ‘native’ ISO of 25,600 and beyond.” Realising superior ease of use, the 6D includes such functions as a “Q button” that, once pushed, opens a screen menu displaying often used controls, making for a “very pleasing and fast shooting experience.”
Best DSLR Entry Level in 2013 – the Canon EOS 100D features a “very portable and lightweight body,” creating an “attractive option” for users seeking DSLR operability and access to Canon’s wide range of interchangeable EF lenses. Supporting high image quality even in low-light settings, the camera’s APS-C-size approximately 18.0-megapixel CMOS sensor offers an ISO range of 100–12,800 for still images and 100–6,400 for video, while the Hybrid CMOS AF II makes possible accurate focus tracking during Live View shooting.
Best Video DSLR in 2013 – the Canon EOS-1D C was recognised for its 35 mm full-frame approximately 18.0-megapixel CMOS sensor that enables the capture of not only 4K (4,096 x 2,160 pixels) and Full HD (1,920 x 1,080 pixels) video, but also high-quality still images, “making it an extremely versatile camera for today’s pro shooters.” Part of Canon’s Cinema EOS System line-up of cinematography products, the TIPA panel noted that the EOS-1D C is “geared towards film and TV production, as well as specialty work.”
Best Professional DSLR Lens in 2013 – the Canon EF24-70mm f/2.8L II USM delivers exceptional image quality as well as enhanced durability and reliability thanks to its improved dust sealing and water resistance. Comprising 18 elements in 13 groups, the lens utilises a Super UD and two UD lens elements as well as two types of aspherical elements, making possible high-resolution, high-contrast imaging performance across the entire zoom range. The TIPA jury also commended the EF24-70mm f/2.8L II USM’s optimised lens coatings, which help to minimise the occurrence of ghosting, and ring-type USM and high-speed CPU with optimized AF algorithms, enabling “silent and fast auto-focusing performance.”
Best Expert Photo Printer in 2013 – the Canon PIXMA PRO-10 inkjet printer supports wireless connectivity, and features the ten-colour LUCIA ink system that, working together with the Chroma Optimizer, helps eliminate bronzing and ensure a uniform gloss finish. The professional-use printer features a rear tray and rear manual feed slot that accommodates heavy-grade paper, while its 7,680 4-picoliter-size nozzles deliver a high-resolution performance of up to 4,800 x 2,400 dots per inch for both colour and monochrome output.
About the TIPA Awards
Held every year since 1991, the TIPA Awards recognise the best photo and imaging products announced during the previous 12 months based on such criteria as innovativeness, use of leading-edge technologies, design, and ease of use. In 1992, Canon took home its first TIPA accolade for the EOS 100 SLR camera and, over 21 separate occasions since then, has been honoured with TIPA awards for a total of 65 products and technologies. This year also marks the company’s 19th year in a row to be a recipient of a TIPA award.*2
*1 As of May 1, 2013. Based on a Canon survey.
*2 Includes the EOS D2000, an SLR camera jointly developed with Eastman Kodak Company that was selected for the TIPA 1998-1999 “Best Pro Digital Camera” award.
Shot on the Sony F65, this is a Futuristic sci-fi adventure from filmmaker M. Night Shyamalan (The Sixth Sense) starring Will Smith and offspring Jaden playing a father and son who crash land on Earth, a thousand years after humans evacuated. Stranded on a planet our race fled after cataclysmic events, the pair embark on a journey to signal for help. Along the way they are forced to face dangerous animal species that have evolved in unexpected ways since mankind's departure as well as an unstoppable alien that escaped during the crash.
Canon EOS 5D Mark III firmware upgrade provides significant stillshooting
and Full HD video improvements
Supports advanced user needs through clean HDMI output for video and boosted AF
performance for low-light and telephoto shooting
Auckland, 30 April 2013 – Canon New Zealand today announced that the new firmware upgrade for the EOS 5D Mark III digital SLR camera is now available for download, delivering considerable improvements to still-shooting and Full HD video. The new free-of-charge upgrade will allow users to boost the EOS 5D Mark III’s potential, opening the door to new imaging opportunities.
The upgrade, which was first announced in October 2012, enables the use of the HDMI output functionality for more efficient video editing and monitoring workflows by professionals in the fields of cinema and TV production. With HDMI output, users can record HD uncompressed video data (YCbCr 4:2:2, 8 bit) to an external recorder via the camera’s HDMI terminal, offering minimal image degradation during video data editing for greater onsite efficiency during motion picture and video productions. Additionally, video can also be displayed on an external monitor while being captured, for real-time on site monitoring for HD video during shoots.
To further improve functionality, the upgrade improves the AF system with centre AF point now enabled at f/8 supporting the needs of photographers to achieve more from their camera when using fast super-telephoto lenses with extenders. Drastically increasing the shooting range, version 1.2.1 now makes it possible to use an EF600 f/4 lens and two-times extender to achieve a massive 1200mm focal length with precise AF performance. This will benefit sport and nature photographers who shoot over long distances. This upgrade also increases the range of lens options with full AF
capabilities, including the EF400mm f/5.6 and the EF100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 L IS with 1.4x extenders, for zoom ranges up to 560mm.
“The EOS 5D Mark III, continues to lead the way in DSLR Full HD Movie making and with this new update Canon has responded to the needs of professional image makers by providing them with clean HDMI output, as well as boosted AF performance for telephoto shooting over an expanded range of focal lengths,” said Jeremy Burgess, Product Manager – Technical Imaging Specialist, Canon New Zealand. “We’re excited to be offering these features in direct response to requests from professionals working in the fields of cinema and TV production, and expect the firmware to enhance
the user experience and workflow.”
Tiffen announces New Zealand 3-day Steadicam Silver Workshop
Lead instructors for the courses are all highly experienced, working Steadicam operators/cinematographers, and have all been instructors on previous Steadicam Gold Workshops in Asia and Europe. They include Rebecca Wilson-Jennings, Park Sang Hoon and Harry Panagiotidis.
Dates: June 5-7 Location: Avalon Studios, Wellington Cost: $1500 USD (Includes all equipment, lunch, dinner, course materials provided)
This workshop is a great opportunity to work with the latest high capacity Steadicam systems (Zephyr, Archer 2, Shadow and Ultra 2) with instructors following a syllabus approved by Steadicam inventor Garrett Brown and evolved over the last 20 years to enable rapid instruction. Silver workshops are for students with existing camera experience looking to expand their career options by adding stabilisation operation to their armoury, and are equally designed for working Steadicam operators seeking to advance or add to their Steadicam skill set. Numbers are generally between 8 - 12 students.
* Click on T&Cs above for full terms and conditions. Promotion commences at 7.00am NZDST on 23/03/2013 and closes at 11.59pm NZST on 7/04/2013. Offer applies to selected models. Retain original receipt. Offer via redemption only and not in conjunction with any other Canon promotion. Offer available through Authorised New Zealand Canon Resellers only.
Sony is proud to introduce the PVM-X300, a true 4K (4096 x 2160 pixels) resolution LCD video monitor, in a portable 30” size, ideal for 4K previewing in onset and editing applications.
It’s packed with features such as a wide-viewing-angle IPS LCD panel, and versatile input interfaces including 3G/HD-SDI x 4, HDMI x 4 and DisplayPort* x 2 inputs. In addition, it delivers a user application oriented monitor control system.
An optional SxS 4K player* directly attaches to the PVM-X300 display to achieve an integrated replay workflow with Sony’s PMW-F55 4K camera when not monitoring the camera signals in real-time.
The PVM-X300 is also ideal in industrial design and visualisation systems, computer graphics systems, and in museum and laboratory environments.
Written by Bonnie Parker on March 22nd, 2013.
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Creative photography is now more accessible than ever with the most advanced entry-level EOS and the worlds smallest and lightest APS-C DSLR camera*
21/03/13: Canon today unveils two first-class EOS models to take the helm of its entry-level consumer DSLR camera line-up – the flagship EOS 700D and ultra-compact EOS 100D. While each is designed to suit specific user requirements, both cameras are packed with high-quality and creative features that are ideal for creative-minded consumers looking to take their photography to the next level.
The world’s smallest and lightest APS-C DSLR camera*, the all-new EOS 100D, offers both quality specifications and fun creative features for those who like to think big, but travel light. The EOS 700D is the most advanced entry-level EOS model to date, giving consumers the tools they need to add a creative edge to their photography. Complemented by the introduction of a new standard zoom lens, the EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM, both new models offer outstanding 18 Megapixel resolution with simple touch screen operation, making it easy to capture and relive every moment in stunning detail.
“The new Canon EOS models have been designed specifically for those with a passion for creativity looking to step up and explore the next level of photography,” says Jeremy Burgess, Product Manager – Technical Imaging Specialist, Canon New Zealand. “Both cameras include high-quality and advanced features that Canon is renowned for, making them powerful creative tools for hobbyist photographers with huge scope to grow into the camera as their skills develop. What’s more, with its ultra-compact and lightweight design, the EOS 100D is the ideal choice for those who do not want to be held back by size and want to be creative on the go.”
Replacing the EOS 650D and sitting above the successful EOS 600D, the EOS 700D is Canon’s most advanced consumer EOS model to date. Boasting 5 frames-per-second (fps) shooting, a wide 9-point all cross type AF system and Vari-angle Clear View II LCD touch screen, it is the ideal camera for those wanting to ignite their creativity. The new EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM is the ideal standard zoom lens for both new EOS cameras, combining Canon’s leading Optical Image Stabilizer and Stepping Motor (STM) technologies to deliver minimal image blur and smooth, near-silent focus in movies.
The EOS 700D - Ignite your creativity
The EOS 700D is powered by a Canon-designed and manufactured 18.0 Megapixel APS-C Hybrid CMOS sensor and DiG!C 5 image processor, which combine to deliver outstanding levels of resolution – producing images that are consistently rich in detail and colour. Offering up to 5fps shooting, the EOS 700D is ideal for capturing fast-paced action, but is equally at home with landscapes and portraiture, generating high quality and detail. Additionally with a native 100-12,800 ISO range (expandable to 25,600), the EOS 700D is capable of capturing remarkable levels of detail even when shooting in tricky low-light conditions without the need for a flash – bringing confidence to those new to DSLR photography.
The EOS 700D’s advanced AF System consists of 9 high-performance, cross-type points spread across the frame, delivering greater focusing speed and accuracy to ensure photographers can always keep desired subjects in focus, even as they move around. With the option to manually select and adjust focus points, or simply use full automatic mode, the EOS 700D provides aspiring photographers with an easy way to explore different kinds of image composition as their confidence grows.
The EOS 700D features a new, simplified 360° rotating mode dial to provide easy and swift access to the camera’s various shooting modes. A 7.7cm (3.0”) Vari-angle Clear View LCD II Touch screen also makes it easy for users to adjust settings as well as frame, shoot and review from a variety of angles. A new external coating, adopted from Canon’s mid-range EOS models, also provides a more robust and durable finish.
The EOS 100D – set your creativity free
The EOS 100D is the smallest and lightest APS-C DSLR in the world*, making it compact enough to take everywhere so you can capture adventures in stunning quality. Measuring just 116.8 x 90.7 x 69.4mm and weighing only 407g, the incredibly lightweight and compact body also features a bright Optical Viewfinder – giving users the full, responsive experience of a DSLR in a compact form. The EOS 100D also features a large 7.7cm (3.0”) ClearView II Capacitive Touch screen – making it easy to adjust settings and instantly review shots after capture – valued by people on the go.
At the heart of the EOS 100D is a brand-new 18.0 Megapixel APS-C Hybrid CMOS AF II Sensor, which combines with the power of the DiG!C 5 image processor to deliver stunning results in virtually any situation. The new sensor uses phase detection pixels spread across 80 per cent of the sensors imaging surface to provide increased AF speed and tracking performance when the camera is in live view or when capturing Full-HD movies. Capable of shooting at speeds of up to 4fps, the EOS 100D is equally comfortable with fast paced action on holidays as it is with special moments with family and
friends.
Unique to the new EOS 100D is the in-camera cropping feature, which allows users to crop images to their liking without the need of a laptop or computer – making it simple for users to create their perfect shot while on the go. Users can crop an image at the angle and aspect ratio of their choice while viewing the image on the camera’s LCD display, with the new image saved as a separate file. With the cameras 18.0 Megapixel CMOS sensor, cropped images will remain crisp and clear, preserving the rich detail of the original image.
Enhanced creative modes
Both the EOS 700D and EOS 100D feature a range of super easy-to-use shooting modes and creative filters – making it simple for beginners to start with creative pre-sets and then explore their creativity as their confidence grows. Scene Intelligent Auto mode automatically detects the scene being shot and selects best settings so users can simply focus on the image, letting the camera decide the best combination of settings for the scene. Both new models also offer a range of dedicated scene modes, with the EOS 100D featuring new Kids, Food and Candlelight modes, designed to ensure optimum results with stunning detail in a range of familiar situations.
The exciting range of Creative Filters that Canon is known for, including Fish-eye and Miniature effect, is now even more dynamic and can now be applied before capture thanks to new real-time filter previews – providing the perfect way to pick the most suitable effect for specific moments before you actually take the shot. Photographers can also learn how to adjust their images with enhanced Creative Auto Mode and using new Extra Effect Shot mode on the EOS 100D, users can even capture two images simultaneously – one with a Creative Filter applied, as well as one standard image.
Explore easy and smooth videography with EOS Movies
Aspiring photographers can add another dimension to capturing their memories, using EOS Movies to shoot their precious moments in glorious Full HD resolution (1920x1080p). The Hybrid CMOS AF system in 700D and the Hybrid CMOS AF II system in 100D allow for continuous AF constantly tracking subjects during shooting. Additionally, Video Snapshot mode makes it easy to capture and edit short video clips to bring to life an exciting day, such as road trips and weddings. Thanks to Canon’s new Stepping Motor (STM) technology, the AF system remains silent, helping ensure users only capture the sound of the scene being recorded.
EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM – A standard STM zoom lens, for everyday photos and video
The new EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM is the perfect lens for EOS 700D and EOS 100D users to start their photography adventure. From sweeping landscapes to portraits, the versatile 18-55mm zoom range means users can enjoy the flexibility of getting close to subjects or getting more in the shot. Images are captured with precision detail and clarity thanks to a 4-stop Optical Image Stabilizer, which also lets photographers use lower ISO levels and longer shutter speeds. The fulltime manual focus ring allows users to make precise focus adjustments, while the near-silent STM technology also ensures noise is kept to a minimum while focusing – perfect for when capturing movies.
EOS 700D – key features:
18.0 Megapixel Hybrid CMOS AF sensor
Creative Full-HD movies and Hybrid CMOS AF
Vari-angle 3.0” Clear View LCD II Touch screen
ISO 100-12,800 sensitivity, expandable to ISO 25,600
We would like to invite you to be a part of a very exclusive evening showcasing Canon's EOS Cinema Range C500, C300 and EOS1DC.
See movies shot using the Cinema Range.
Learn about Cinema Product.
Meet with Technical Staff and try out CInema product yourself.
Auckland
Tuesday 26th March 2013
7:00pm Kingsize Studios
27 Sackville Street, Ponsonby
Drinks and Nibbles will be served
RSVP is a must before the 15th March. Please RSVP to events@canon.co.nz
Spaces are limited!
David and Alain were lucky to be invited to a day with Dedo Weigert, talking all about Dedo Lights, Alain even managed to win a Ledzilla for A2Z!
Read some information about what they were taught below...Pricing coming soon!
LEDZILLA -On Board Light Head Mini LED A single, high-power LED Light Head
• Amazing output in combination with the Dedolight double aspheric optics.
• Focuses like a Dedolight. LED lights are not usually focusable.
• No other focusing LED light compares - 4° to 56°.
• Smooth light distribution in all and every focusing position.
• Wide angle flip-up diffuser for 70° angle, smoothly covering the widest zoom and widening the beam.
• Clean, sharp, single-edge barn door shadow OR a very gentle light and shadow transition with the flip-up wide angle diffuser in place
• Converts from daylight to tungsten via a dichroic flip-down filter
• Color rendition and color distribution is cleaner than comparable LED lights.
• Adjustable support arm allows it to be positioned above and forward. A single, high-power
LED
• Dims extremely smoothly from full blast all the way down to zero without any color change.
PANAURA DOMES - Softlight A wrap around light
• Source of light focuses on the centre of the reflector
• Light volume increases up to 2x.
• Not hotspot in center of diffuser
• Compact, less depth of the fixture
• Gental wrap around light
• Changeable diffuser for all over even light distribution, or using RimAura diffuser produces a brighter rim area on the front diffuser, closer to the idea of wrap around light
Diameter: 2.1meters
Depth: 0.60 meters
Light Output Comparison:
Dedolight 2 x 575 Watt & PanAura 7' is more efficient than a
2.5 KW Fresnel + Large Softbox !
STUDIO 650 DMX - Pole operated DMX Head
• Tilt pivot at center-of-gravity provides excellent balance permanent friction and positive locking
• Controlled by standard DMX controller
• Triple zoom focus and relation computed double aspheric system yields exceptional focusing range
Content Browser is an all-in-one clip management application that can be used with the latest portfolio of Sony camcorders and decks. Content Browser integrates XDCAM Browser (XDCAM) and Content Management Utility (NXCAM) into a single application.
What's New?
XAVC format (4K & HD) support
NXCAM DV-AVI format support
Capturing still image as JPG format (in addition to BMP format)
Archive Clip / Clip List to ODS-D55U through Content Manager application on Mac OS (in addition to Windows)
Windows 8 (64-bit) support
IMPORTANT: A serial number is required to install this application
Current users of Content Browser v1.x or XDCAM Browser are able to register for a free serial number for Content Browser v2.0 To register click below and you will be taken to a website to enter your contact details, the serial number will be emailed to you.
*Offer valid from March 1, 2013 until May 31, 2013. Offer is limited to 1 serial number per customer. Customer must complete the form online and will receive an email containing the serial number.
Written by Bonnie Parker on December 13th, 2012.
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It's that time of year again!
A2Z will be closing at 5pm on Friday 21 December and re-opening on Monday 14th January.
We will however have a skeleton crew there from Monday 7th January working reduced hours.
In this time, phones will be diverted to our mobiles should you have any emergencies.
Thanks for your business over the past year, and Merry Christmas!
Written by SONY NZ on October 31st, 2012.
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Sydney, 30 October 2012 – Sony today launched the new XAVC recording format that will be at the heart of its new industry-leading 4K products. Sony’s XAVC provides a dedicated 4K format that will encourage the adoption of 4K beyond feature films, into genres such as TV drama, entertainment shows, documentaries and commercials.
“The new XAVC format underlines Sony’s commitment to bringing high quality content to the consumer market”, said Takao Yoshikawa, Senior General Manager of Content Creation Solutions Business Division, Professional Solutions Group, Sony Corporation. “The quality of HDTV program originated in 4K is simply stunning and will allow both broadcasters and the production community to build a future-proof catalogue of high-end content, now.”
In addition to widespread applications for the professional HDTV market, Sony has developed the XAVC format to
enable the expansion of 4K content into the consumer market. XAVC has been designed to provide a future proof
codec that can meet the shifting requirements of the fast developing 4K content production and HD120P high
frame rate shooting.
Sony’s XAVC format employs MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 level 5.2, the highest picture resolution and frame rate video
compression codec based on industry standards. XAVC enables a very wide range of operational possibilities for
content production, notably: from Proxy to 4K pixel resolutions, intra frame and long GOP schemes, and 1080
50P/60P infrastructure capability.
Built with the principles of workflow efficiency, evolution and optimised image quality at its heart, Sony’s XAVC can
support the following content formats:
• 4K (4096 x 2160 and 3840 x 2160), HD and proxy resolution
• MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 video compression
• 12, 10 and 8 bit colour depth
• Up to 60fps
• MXF wrapping format can be used
• 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 colour sampling
XAVC has been developed as an open format, providing a license program for other manufacturers in the broadcast and production industry to develop their own high quality and high frame rate products. The following fourteen leading manufacturers’ products plan on their support for Sony XAVC format and workflow:
• Non Linear Editors : Adobe® CS6 with Rovi Total Code Plug-in installed, Avid, Final Cut Pro X , Grass Valley, Quantel, Rovi, and Sony Vegas Pro 12
• On-set dailies : Assimilate, Codex, Colorfront, FilmLight, MTI, and YoYotta
• Colour Grading : Assimilate, FilmLight, and Quantel
• Software codec : Rovi
• Codec board : Matrox
Note: Each licensed manufacturer will decide which profile and operational characteristics of XAVC they will implement in their products. For more information, please visit: www.xavc-info.org
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