Capture an image, enter and win: SWAROVSKI OPTIK opens the "Digiscoper of the Year 2010" competition Absam / Tyrol, April 2010: The next round of Digiscoper of the Year, the popular photography competition held by SWAROVSKI OPTIK, has begun. From 1 April, all keen (amateur) photographers are once again invited to enter their images for the chance to win a complete digiscoping kit from SWAROVSKI OPTIK. The natural world contains a wealth of fascinating and unique flora and fauna. However, the challenge lies in capturing images that will last forever. To help achieve this, SWAROVSKI OPTIK offers a wide range of photographic equipment tailored to the user's individual needs and designed to make digiscoping quick and simple. Through its annual Digiscoper of the Year competition, SWAROVSKI OPTIK offers all digiscoping fans the opportunity to enter their most impressive images and win exclusive prizes. Digiscoper of the Year 2010 This international photography competition held by SWAROVSKI OPTIK opened on 1 April, bringing with it some changes. The website www.digiscoperoftheyear.com has been completely redesigned. Not only does it allow participants to enter the competition, it also enables visitors to view all the images entered and create a list of their personal favourites. Until 31 October, anyone who enjoys photographing unique experiences and discoveries from the natural world using a
conventional
telescope
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www.digiscoperoftheyear.com. An international jury will judge the photos and select the Digiscoper of the Year 2010. Another new aspect of this year's competition is the addition of a public vote alongside votes cast by the jury. Throughout November, after the competition has closed, all registered users can vote for their 10
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