21st November 2014
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PIXEL TRADE AWARDS AUCTION PRIZES ANNOUNCED, PANASONIC LAUNCHES UPDATE ON GH4, PHASE ONE SETS RUMOURS STRAIGHT AND MUCH MORE...
Underwater in Slow Motion
DITCH THE TRIPOD - NEW SONY A7 II
The interchangeable, full-frame a7 II has been unveiled by Sony
Polecam and Antelope PICO have teamed up to produce an ultra slow-motion waterproof camera on the end of a remote head light-weight jib arm. The new product shoots and streams aquatic sports in HD resolution from above and below water level, ‘demonstrating new and spectacular shots and moves not seen before’, according to the brand. Future applications for the camera include Formula One pit-stops, 50m freestyle sprinters and divers. Find out more at www. polecam.com
New Tethered Shooting Software from Fujifilm Fujifilm has released HS-V5 for Windows version 1.0 software that enables PC-tethered shooting for the X-T1 and X-T1 Graphite Silver Edition. This allows direct computer loading of captured images. The software features Camera Mode and PC mode to control shooting from either device. It also features Hyper-Utility 3, which is an image browser designed for easy image viewing, analysis, categorisation and organisation. The software will be on sale from January 2015, price is TBC
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would need a tripod. The optical image stabilisation is equivalent to 4.5 stops faster shutter speed of correction for still images. The image stabilisation system works with both E-mount and A-mount lenses.
• 40% faster start-up time • XGA OLED Tru-Finder viewfinder with a 2.36 million dot equivalent resolution and high contrast, • Magnesium alloy on top, front and internal structures for strength and lightness • WiFi and NFC • Compatible with PlayMemories Camera Apps
“The optical image stabilisation is equivalent to 4.5 steps faster shutter speed of correction for still images, according to Sony”
The a7 II is the latest addition to Sony’s a7 series of light, compact mirrorless cameras. Sony says this is the first fullframe camera to have 5-axis image stabilisation. The full-frame Exmor CMOS 24.3MP sensor moves along five axes to compensate for camera shake, meaning it can be used to capture handheld stills and video in low light where previous models
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The a7 II also has an 117-point focal plane phase-detection AF System, giving the camera ‘30% faster AF responsiveness’ (compared to current models), the brand said in its official press release..
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“I’m going where it’s beautiful…and hurts.” Clark Little
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This image was shot by Clark Little in the shorebreak on the Hawaiian North Shore.
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WELCOME To Pixel Magazine After months of organisation and preparation, the Pixel Trade Awards evening is finally here! Any moment now, we’ll be leaving the Pixel HQ on the south coast and heading up to central London, to our magnificent venue at the 5* Grange City Hotel (I wonder if they’ll notice if I sneak off to the spa?). Representatives of the photographic industry will be joining us at the ceremony later to celebrate some of the outstanding successes and achievements of 2014. What a great way to end a busy week, throughout which we’ve seen the launch of the Sony a7II, which you can read about in this issue, alongside new updates and software from Fujifilm, and an update for Panasonic’s popular GH4. Next week we will be publishing our extended December edition, which will include a full review of the Pixel Trade Awards and list of winners alongside the usual news, features and product launches of the past month.
Panasonic Announces Update to DMC-GH4
A firmware update has been released for the Lumix DMC-GH4 and Interface Unit DMW-YAGH Firmware Version 2.1 has been designed to ‘enhance the performance and controllability’ of the camera, according to Panasonic, with upgraded functions in the HDMI output for professional video production. Time code and recording control signal can now be embedded to the HDM1 output signal. Both FHD
at 30p/25p native or at 60p/50p is selectable to output via HDMI while recording video in FHD at 30p/25p. The Interface Unit DMWYAGH will also be updated with the new firmware 1.1 to support these functional upgrades of GH4. http://panasonic.jp/support/ global/cs/dsc/
DJI Launches Improved Drone with 4K
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Pixel Trade Awards – Tonight! The Pixel Trade Awards are taking place tonight in Central London and we couldn’t be more excited! As a tradition during the ceremony, we will be auctioning a small number of items for our chosen charity, Action Medical Research for Children. This is a fantastic charity that has developed incredible technologies and funded extensive research resulting in life changing opportunities for thousands of children. So, to lift the lid on what will be on offer this year, see the list of items below…
on 18 March 2015. Also be part of the after show party hosted by Tony Hadley and 100 invited guests!
Lot 1 A pair of tickets to the sell out Spandau Ballet concert at the 02
Lot 3 Tour of Sky News studios for two with Dermot Murnaghan and
Lot 2 Ride with Davina McCall on Sunday 7th June in Sussex Join Davina McCall for a ride around the fabulous Sussex Countryside for a 66 mile ride (there is also a 30 mile option) You can meet her for a coffee and photo before the ride starts.
The new drone also features folding feet for unobstructed photos
The DJI Inspire 1 is the successor to the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, this time offering 4K video and a view unobstructed by the drone’s rotor blades or feet. The new drone has been designed, like all drones, to shoot difficult-to-reach places from the air. This time though, it has specially designed rotors and feet placed on spindles that project them away from the main camera. A second camera then tracks the distance between the drone and the ground, breakfast Meet with Dermot ahead of the breakfast news bulletin at 10am and then enjoy a tour of the newsroom, see behind the scenes and have a go on the autocue. Enjoy breakfast with Dermot in the plus Sky Restaurant for a real insight into Sky news! Lot 4 Bucket List – run the Virgin Money London Marathon in 2016 Known as the largest and ‘greatest’ road race event in the word, The Virgin Money London Marathon needs no introduction. Now in its 35th year, it has
ensuring the feet are lowered before landing. The primary camera is capable of shooting 4K video, with a 12MP sensor for stills. It can also spin in a full circle, pan up and down and swivel from side to side. RRP: £2,174 Become a dealer at: http:// www.dji.com/support/partnerform become a ‘must do’ event. What a buzz it must be for the 35,000 runners as they make their way around the historical streets of London. Now’s your chance to grab your place on the start line. Lot 5 This Morning Tour and meet the team and presenters Tour for two and meet the presenters at ITV this morning! Date by arrangement to meet the nations favourites… Meet Eamon Holmes or Philip Scofield, Amanda Holden or Holly Willoughby – date by arrangement.
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NEWS Is Olympus OM-D E-M5 Going Out of Production? According to website 43rumors. com, Olympus has stopped production of the OM-D E-M5. This follows rumours in September that a successor to the model is impending, expected to launch in the first week of February 2015. The OM-D E-M5 was launched in February 2012, followed by two other models in the classicstyle OM-D line - the OM-D E-M1 and the E-M10, at a more affordable price. So far Olympus has not made an official statement regarding this rumour.
Fujifilm Boosts Lifespan of X-T1 With Updates
Firmware upgrades have been announced for the X-T1 Graphite Silver Edition Fujifilm X-T1 Version 3.00 is scheduled to be released on 18 December 2014. A new high-speed electronic shutter will benefit photographers using the Fujinon XF lenses. With a new maximum speed of 1/32000sec, fast aperture can now be used in bright light to create a shallow depth-of-field effect. With the
electronic shutter activated, the X-T1 can be muted for a ‘completely according to Fujifilm, which is ‘perfect for sleeping children, pets and weddings’. Other updates include a new Classic Chrome Film Simulation mode, delivering ‘subtle colours and beautifully muted tones reminiscent of vintage reversal film’.
In addition, there is a new Natural Live View Function, EVF and LCD colour options, direct selection AF, menu customisation and manual shooting in video mode - amongst 21 updates in total. For a comprehensive list of Version 3.00’s improvements, head to http://www.fujifilm. com/support/digital_cameras/ software/fw_table.html The update is compatible with the black and silver X-T1 models. Available: 18 December 2014
Phase One Sets Rumours Straight
Information about the new Phase One A-series was leaked by American camera dealer Digital Transitions products -- across lenses, bodies, digital backs and software -- to make them easier and even more fun to use.
Phase One has issued a letter in response to information published on Digital Transition’s website about the new Phase One A-Series. The letter from Phase One reads: While product teams have been hard at work preparing the new A-series camera systems for market, Phase One and ALPA are happy to see such interest based on the early news shared by some of our U.S. partners. We regret any confusion, including the fact that the photo was of an internal prototype and not the finished product, but official images and more details will soon be on the way. These new products are the first step in a long-term strategic & cooperative alliance
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between Phase One and ALPA that was announced at Photokina. Developing premium products for the world’s most demanding fine art photographers is our focus, and the A-series by Phase One and ALPA is taking the first steps in a creative new direction to integrate some of the highest performing and proven
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Below are the key highlights: • As noted, the A-series will be available in three versions: A250, A260 and A280 with 50MP, 60MP and 80MP respectively. • Each system will be individually configured with pre-loaded lens calibrations for Rodenstock ALPA 23mm, 35mm and 70mm lenses, making it easy to shoot great looking images out of the box. • Factory shimmed system marked with A-series badges on both body and back. • All systems will come with the required accessories -- including some new elements made specifically for this system, e.g. flexible lens shades, iPhone
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holder and new release cable. • A 5-year warranty on the system. • A special note on wifi: Phase One IQ250 camera systems have recently started supporting liveview over wi-fi using Capture Pilot 1.7 (which is already available for download to all IQ250 users). Liveview over wi-fi will also be a cool new feature for the CMOS based A250 using an upcoming 1.8 release. Thanks for the patience. In December we will share even more details on the new systems including the new factory lens calibration feature, accessories, detailed tech specs, product images, pricing and even better, they will begin shipping!
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