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Our 5 Favorite Photo Gadgets & Gizmos: Great Last Minute Gift Ideas
Cynthia Boylan  |  Dec 17, 2015  |  0 comments

BosStrap Sliding Sling Straps: BosStrap added two new straps to their line of Sliding Sling Straps.  The new straps use the same diagonal body straps and sliders used on the Generation 3 products, retaining all the comfortable, safe, and smooth operation features.  The new BosStrap Sliding Sling Strap with a Side Release Tail is different since it uses a Side Release Buckle to release the camera from the diagonal strap. 

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Sony Launches A68 A-Mount DSLR Camera in the US and Canada
Cynthia Boylan  |  Dec 17, 2015  |  0 comments

Sony announced today that it's bringing the Sony A68 (model ILCA-68) DSLR camera featuring ultra-fast 4D autofocus to the US and Canada markets.

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Sigma Intros New Clear Glass Ceramic Protective Lens Filter
Cynthia Boylan  |  Dec 16, 2015  |  0 comments

Sigma has introduced the unique, new Water Repellent (WR) Ceramic Protector, an innovative lens filter that features new Clear Glass Ceramic material and provides enhanced protective qualities.

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Videos
Feeling Uninspired? This Inspirational Video Should Get Your Creative Juices Flowing
Cynthia Boylan  |  Dec 15, 2015  |  0 comments

Our host may be an adorable puppet but the message presented in this video is a very good one.

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Set Aside 25 Minutes to See This Intriguing Video on the History and Science of Lenses
Cynthia Boylan  |  Dec 15, 2015  |  0 comments

Filmmaker John P. Hess at Filmmaker IQ brings us this highly informative video that expertly documents the science behind the evolution of photography’s most vital tool—the lens. 

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Watch How Cameras Have Evolved Over Time Through 11 Different Portraits (VIDEO)
Cynthia Boylan  |  Dec 15, 2015  |  0 comments

This fun and informative video from COOPH photographer Leo Rosas documents the dramatic evolution of photographic technology through the decades—from the very start to today in about two minutes. 

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When Photography Goes Very, Very Wrong (VIDEO)
Cynthia Boylan  |  Dec 14, 2015  |  0 comments

The humorous (and sadly, all too true) video below by Nils Langenbacher was created using bits of live international news broadcasts and various home videos. Titled “Photographer FAIL Compilation,” this is nearly twelve solid minutes of photographic mishap fun.

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Our 5 Favorite Photo Gadgets & Gizmos: Stylish Gift Ideas for Men
Cynthia Boylan  |  Dec 09, 2015  |  0 comments

JACK Compact System Camera Bag: Sleek and fashion forward this weather-resistant camera bag is durable and features top-grain leather trim with a padded interior and adjustable dividers. Double zip top opening allows for easy access to your gear and the interior zipper pocket safeguard your small valuables. The outside pocket hold your keys and smartphone, the convertible strap lets you carry the bag cross-body or on your shoulder there are also convenient loops to carry on a belt. The JACK measures 9.25x3.25x7 inches and weighs just one pound. It can fit a compact system camera body, 1 or 2 small interchangeable lenses and a Smartphone. The suggested retail price is $49.99.

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Laugh of the Day: Confessions of an Instagram Husband (VIDEO)
Cynthia Boylan  |  Dec 09, 2015  |  1 comments

The creative minds of the Mystery Hour present this humorus (and all too true, because we all know someone like this) video about the perils and pain of having an Instagram obsessed spouse. 

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How to Shoot Circular Video with a 180-degree Fisheye Lens from the 1960s (VIDEO)
Cynthia Boylan  |  Dec 08, 2015  |  0 comments

In a previous "Weird Lens Challenge" video from photographer Mathieu Stern we learned how to easily create a cool, retro looking video using a 1950s Photax plastic lens. In a new fun and informative clip, Stern uses a rare 1960s Kenko 180-degree fisheye lens to create a unique circular field of vision.

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