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New Transparent Rain Cover for HD-DSLRs from Petrol Bags
Sep 21st
The newest weather protection system from Petrol Bagsä, a Vitec Group brand, is the transparent Rain Cover tailored specifically for DSLR cameras with up to a 70-20mm lens and professional light on-camera.
The cover’s rigid front hood section comes outfitted with a hotshoe connector that stabilizes it on camera. A 6” polypropylene track on top of the hood allows for the addition of an on-camera light and/or wireless receiver. Designed to enable continued shooting in harsh and extreme conditions, the Rain Cover will also fit a DSLR with longer lenses when a light is not on board.
Constructed of transparent polyurethane for maximum visibility and black waterproof nylon, it offers quick and easy access to camera controls. Petrol’s ingenious one-piece design makes the cover extremely easy to install while shooting. A front section of ripstop fabric and transparent polyurethane that attaches to the cover via hook and loop material provides an additional shield to protect a telephoto lens. The PD515 weighs just 14.1 oz (.4 kg).
For further information on the new Transparent Rain Cover for HD-DSLR Cameras without VF (#PD515) and other Petrol Bags products, please go to http://www.petrolbags.com, contact: Petrol Bags, 709 Executive Blvd., Valley College, NY 10989, Phone: +1845-268-0100, Fax: +1845-268-0113, Email: info-cd-usa@vitecgroup.com
Litepanels Croma™ Debuts at IBC 2011
Sep 20th
Litepanels®, A Vitec Group brand, announces the premier of the Croma™ LED light at September’s IBC equipment exhibition in Amsterdam. Ideal for use on-camera or off, the new sleekly designed fixture provides Litepanels’ hallmark HD-friendly soft light, with variable color temperature output from daylight (5600°K) to tungsten (3200°K).
Croma is a versatile solution for run-and-gun news shooters, event videographers, or still photographers who move rapidly from one light environment to the next without time to change lighting equipment. Plus, this self-contained light can be a secret weapon on any set or location wherever extra kick or nice fill is needed,
Croma provides infinite control of both color temperature and lighting intensity via two ergonomic on-fixture dials. One offers the ability to dim from 100% to zero with no noticeable color shift. The second lets the user dial-in the fill light to any point between daylight (5600°K) and tungsten (3200°K) to precisely match the ambient light.
The Croma draws just 9W, and provides the equivalent luminance output of 40W – 90W traditional fixtures. To power the fixture, the user has the choice of AA batteries, optional AC adapter or a DV Adapter Plate designed to mount Sony, Canon, Panasonic DV battery packs. Six 1.5V AA batteries install within Croma to provide power from 1.5 to 6 hours, depending on battery type.
The compact Croma weighs just 12 oz. (.4 kg) and measures 6” x 4” x 2” (54mm H x 36mm W x 102mm D).
To facilitate positioning when mounted on the camera, Croma comes complete with a metal ball head shoe mount featuring a 1/4 x 20 thread. Also supplied with the light is a carrying case and diffusion gel filter kit. An optional baseplate is available for off camera use.
For more information on Croma or other Litepanels LED lighting, contact Litepanels, Inc., 16152 Saticoy Street, Van Nuys, CA 91406, Email: info@litepanels.com, www.litepanels.com
K-Tek Norbert Sport Jr Supports GoPro 3D Cameras
Aug 5th
K-Tek responds to the popularity of tiny cameras like GoPro and communication tools like the iPhone with the new Norbert Sport Jr accessory frame that’s especially designed to aid professional handling of these tiny imaging devices. Plus Norbert Sport Jr is ideal for use as a rack to go with GoPro 3D camera systems.
Based on the award-winning Norbert Sport (patent pending), the smaller Jr features a top plate made of anodized aluminum with numerous shoe mounts, as well as 1/4 x 20 and 3/8 x 16 threaded holes. So it is easy to mount an assortment of add-ons including, monitors, mics, lights, and more.
For ergonomic handling, the side handles are foam-covered graphite and an accessory top handle is available for easy operation regardless of orientation. No matter how small the video camera or camera pair, Norbert Sport Jr enables smooth, handheld control.
K-Tek products are made in the USA. List price for the Norbert Sport is: $169.00 For further information on the Norbert Sport Jr or other tools contact: K-Tek, 1384-F Poinsettia Ave., Vista, CA 92081; Ph. 760-727-0593; Fax 760-727-0693; www.ktekbooms.com