Hot News

Compact Courier Series

Lowepro’s smallest bag: the
perfect fit for your compact
system camera.

Introducing the new
Compact Courier Series

The small and elegant design of a compact system camera deserves the same of its carrying solution. The Compact Courier series from Lowepro provides the inspiration! Two lightweight models—each with distinctive features—fit the Sony® NEX series, as well as other compact system cameras.

Take a look at each to see which suits your shooting style:

The New Lowepro S&F Series

Ben Weeks, June 2011

I was working in my first photographic retail job in 1998 when Lowepro launched their original Street and Field series. The S&F series’ modular design let you tailor and adapt your carrying system to suit the specific needs of a job and the shooting circumstances. I remember being impressed with it back then – I loved all the various component parts that could be combined or removed to create the perfect set-up.

Enter The Joby Frame X Frame Stop Motion Addict Contest

Frame X Frame by JOBY is a one-stop camera app + easy stop motion video maker with built-in social sharing capability for iPhone 4. Download here: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app­/frame-x-frame/id431876080?mt=­8

To enter the STOP MOTION ADDICT CONTEST
1. Download Frame X Frame free from the iTunes Store
2. Shoot a killer stop motion video with Frame X Frame
3. Upload the video to your YouTube account and share in on this page
4. Get your friends to vote by giving it a thumbs up
5. Repeat! (Up to 3 entries per person)

Contest runs 5/2 - 5/31.

For more information and complete rules: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v­=ZtKibmRGtRM

Please direct all questions to info@joby.com

2 weeks left to vote and submit your ideas.

 http://www.youtube.com/user/jobyinc

Steady Tracker

Why SteadyTracker Camera Stabilizers?

  • Steady motion shots Add more value to your production and make more money on every shot.
  • Fluid appearance Smooth movements, no jerky actions.
  • Floating shots Appears as if the camera is floating.
  • Better than a Monopod - Stands on its own.
  • Flexible you can get any angle because it is not connected to you.
  • Reliable Sturdy alloy construction.
  • Simple - Uses counter balance, without gyros or gimbles.
  • Powder coated finish Preserves the appearance.
  • Comfortable handling Foam grip is soft, easy to handle and control.
  • Ergonomically designed Comfortable to use for long periods.
  • Fast / Easy Setup - Sets up in minutes.

Steady Tracker Camera Stabilization Systems get the shots that get the jobs.
For those dreamy, floating shots, we offer the Steady Tracker. Steady Tracker Camera Stabilizer is a simple counter balance device designed to eliminate shake, roll and yaw when doing handheld shots. Designed for modern hand held camcorders, Steady Trackers allow you to get shots that appear to float in the air. It eliminates the yaw and roll tendencies that usually happen with handheld shooting by providing a counter balance on the bottom of the Steady Tracker.

Geek Week By Contour

Last week I mentioned that the forthcoming newsletter would focus on camera stuff, software, firmware - pretty much everything geeky. So, without further ado let's get nerdy! 

For those of you with GPS cameras we want to be sure that you've upgraded to the latest GPS firmware, version 1.11. If you're unsure of what version firmware you're running you can check by finding the FW_RTC file. On a PC you're check this in "My Computer" when you click on your camera (it must be attached to your computer), or on a Mac, you can locate it in finder. Click on the camera in finder and then click on the FW_RTC file. If you're not on version 1.11 please download the latest version here. 

Sleek, Slim & Sporty Protection for Your Compact Camcorder

Sleek, Slim & Sporty Protection for Your Compact Camcorder

The Munich 100 video bag takes its design cue from the high-octane style of the automotive world: sleek, slim and sporty. Lightweight and streamlined, it features durable outer materials and a distinctive perforated front panel—stylish and protective—embedded with impact-resistant PE board to safeguard your camcorder (or your ultra-zoom camera) from abrasion.