Photo Accessory News

PocketWizard MiniTT1 And FlexTT5 For Nikon
Made for use with Nikon D-SLR cameras, the MiniTT1 transmitter slides into the camera’s hot shoe and measures just 2.8x1.9x1.3”. The FlexTT5 transceiver measures 3.6x2.9x1.4”. This system can be used to control single or multiple off-camera Nikon i-TTL flash units. The firmware is upgradeable and other accessories will be available soon.

Contact: www.pocketwizard.com or www.macgroupus.com.

onOne Software Perfect Resize
Perfect Resize, the software formerly known as Genuine Fractals, allows you to achieve sharp detail when enlarging images to create high-quality prints. New features include a Smoothness Control, which allows you to adjust the smoothness of curved edges to minimize artifacts; a Loupe tool that gives you an instant 1:1 or 100 percent magnified preview of enlargement quality; new Presets; and an improved Gallery Wrap feature. Perfect Resize is one component of Perfect Photo Suite 5.5 for Adobe’s Photoshop and Lightroom. It supports Photoshop CS5, CS4, CS3, and CS2 and can be used directly with Lightroom and Apple’s Aperture. The program is available as a stand-alone product or as part of Perfect Photo Suite 5.5.

Contact: www.ononesoftware.com.

Hoodman Raw Steel Memory Cards
Designed to be rugged, these steel-plated SDHC memory cards can stand up to the stress of high-performance photography and videography. Hoodman’s miniature chip on-board technology provides extra space for the reinforced internal housing structure that protects the sensitive components from damage. The strong assembly is waterproof and these SDHC format cards are available in 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, and 32GB capacities.

Contact: www.hoodmanusa.com.

Tether Tools Mouse Pad And SecureStrap
The ultra-thin Peel & Place Mouse Pad was designed for use with the Tether Table and is compatible with a mechanical, optical, or laser mouse. This durable pad can be easily removed or repositioned without leaving a sticky residue on the tabletop or damaging the pad. The MSRP is $11.95.

The universal adjustable SecureStrap was designed to safely fasten your laptop computer to the Tether Table. Crafted from nonslip industrial strength stretch fabric, it buckles to the sides of the table and fits snugly across the top of the computer to prevent any movement. The MSRP is $17.95.

Contact: www.tethertools.com.

Calumet Pro-D Series Ball Heads
The Pro-D series ball heads are fast and easy to use. They provide solid camera support and fluid movements on any tripod. They offer 360? calibrated panning, independent pan- and ball-locking knobs, adjustable-drag control, a quick-release mounting plate, and a built-in spirit level. Sizes range from a 1” ball that can hold up to 13 lbs to a 2” ball that can hold up to 28 lbs.

Contact: www.calumetphoto.com.

.45x Wide Angle Magnetic Lens From Bower
Designed for use with the Flip Ultra, Mino, Ultra HD, Mino HD, and Slide HD video cameras, the .45x Wide Angle Magnetic Lens is durable and easy to use. The kit includes the lens with three magnetic rings, a tether, and a carrying pouch for an MSRP of $49.99.

Contact: www.bowerusa.com.