Centre for British Photography opens GET YOUR ‘FILL’ WITH ZHIYUN

Head to 49 Jermyn Street in Central London to visit the Centre For British Photography, which has thrown open its doors with seven new exhibitions and displays – or more accurately two lead exhibitions, which focus on The English at Home plus Women and Empowerment – along with five ‘in focus’ displays. The latter each focus on one photographer, or a single body of work. Of interest here is a selection of the original ‘Spitting Image’ puppets, including caricatures of Margaret Thatcher and her cabinet ministers, alongside a photographic response by Andrew Brice and Anna Fox. As well as the exhibitions, the Centre has a shop selling prints and books. We’re told the Centre for British Photography aims to build on the renowned Hyman Collection of British photography and the work of the Hyman Foundation. With three floors showcasing the diverse landscape of British photography today, as well as giving a historical overview, the 8000 square foot space will be free to visit all year round. www.britishphotography.org

As exclusive UK and Ireland distributor for Zhiyun products, Transcontinenta UK has a new Zhiyun Fiveray F100 light stick (bottom) and M40 LED pocket fill light (top) to share with the trade, both of which aim to put studio quality ultraportable lighting products in the hands of – you guessed it – content creators. The stay-cool lights can be used in conjunction with Zhiyun handheld gimbals for stable and soft lighting.

The Zhiyun Fiveray M40 360° LED fill light is described as palm sized and powerful compared with others in its class, thanks to a 40 watt output. Weighing a manageable 320g, the claim is that it fits neatly in pockets, looks stylish and provides ultraportable illumination for amateur and professional photographers alike. The SRP is £103.99.

The Zhiyun Fiveray F100 by contrast weighs 950g and is designed for one handed control and comfort. Embedded with five times more LED chips, the promise here is ultra bright output compared to similar sized lights, reaching 20,708 lux at its 100W maximum power. SRP is £261.99, though a combo set which includes an additional 220/240W power adapter retails at £319.99. www.transcontinenta.co.uk

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