GFIP Holdings LLC launched an addition to its popular lineup of flash diffusers with the introduction of the LightBlade Diffuser. Designed to accommodate nearly all speedlight flashes, the new LightBlade Diffuser softens harsh light emitted from power-packed speedlights, minimizes shadows and reduces glare while creating more accurate skin tones. The portability and compact size of this combined bounce and shoot-through diffuser make it a perfect solution for event photography, portraits, interiors and product shots.
Two New Security Bundle Kits Protect Photography Equipment from TheftWhile New TSA-Approved Combination Lock Streamlines Travel Through Airport Security.
Gary Fong, Inc. (www.garyfongestore.com), developer and manufacturer of cutting-edge photography equipment designed to help photographers experience new levels of creativity, today introduced two new value-packed bundles containing the popular GearGuard line of photography equipment security products. By combining several of its most sought-after camera, lens and camera bag security devices into two unique packages, both of which include the company’s brand new 36” Cable & TSA-Approved Combination Lockfor easy secure transportation during travel,Gary Fong is providing consumers with the most cost-effective options forseamless theft prevention of valuablephotography gear. The Gary Fong GearGuard product line enables photographers to focus solely on shooting, rather than worry about roving hands snatching their gear during a shoot or when in transit.
Designed for photographers looking to elevate their creativity and gain accuracy, the Colored Dome Kit (MAP $24.95) includes a Red, Blue and Green Dome for creating special effects as well as a Gray Dome for white balancing.
Gary Fong, Inc. (www.garyfonginc.com) has introduced two new value-packed bundles containing the popular Lightsphere Collapsible, the definitive portable flash diffuser, and a variety of unique camera tools. Combining several of Gary Fong’s most sought-after flash tools into two unique packages offers the ultimate in one-stop shopping for photographers looking to elevate their creativity on every shoot.
Gary Fong, Inc. (www.garyfonginc.com) launched an addition to its popular lineup of Puffer Pop-Up Flash Diffusers with the introduction of the Micro Four Thirds PufferTM. Designed for the growing segment of popular micro four thirds, mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras (ILC), including the Olympus PEN Series and the Lumix GF Series, the Micro Four Thirds Puffer is specifically designed to eliminate shadows and deliver professional-style diffused lighting even from these over-powered pop-up flashes. The Micro Four Thirds Puffer's compact size makes it ideal for travel and its universal capability make it ideal for portraits, group shots, or any scene that requires fill flash.
Gary Fong, Inc. (www.garyfong.com) launched an addition to its popular lineup of Puffer Pop-Up Flash Diffusers with the introduction of the Sony and Konica Minolta PufferT. Now available for all Sony and Konica Minolta cameras equipped with a pop-up flash, the Puffer softens the harsh light of an on-camera flash to eliminate shadows and create professional-style diffused lighting perfect for portraits, close ups or eBay product shots. The Puffer’s compact size makes it ideal for travel to a location shoot, family vacation, or for use around the house.
The Puffer Plus expands on the fundamental features of the first generation models, providing photographers with beautifully diffused lighting versus the problematic, harsh lighting that pop-up flashes often create. The PufferTM Plus eliminates harsh shadows, red-eye, and hot spots so photographers can achieve beautiful, professional-style photos with minimal equipment. Its compact size makes it ideal for travel and its universal capabilities make it ideal for portraits, group shots, or any scene that requires fill flash.
onOne Software, Inc. announced that its Genuine Fractals Professional and Standard Edition plug-ins for Photoshop are now compatible with the new Adobe Photoshop CS5 and Photoshop CS5 Extended Software. Owners of Genuine Fractals 6 can download the free update from onOne Software’s website at http://www.ononesoftware.com/.
Velbon’s new GEO-series tripods use a unique Carbon Fiber and Basalt composite material which gives the legs added strength and rigidity. They feature Spiral-Etched surfaces for smooth, fast extension as well as unique Lever-Locking leg sections. Each leg is fitted with an adjustable tip, giving the photographer the option of a rubber foot for grounding on slippery surfaces or a spiked foot for rougher terrain. Another unique feature includes Velbon’s new Center Column Quick-Release Lever which allows for fast adjustment of the column height. The two-section center column can be split for low-angle set-up.
George Eastman House will host its second Light & Motion Gala in New York City on Monday, May 5. The event, which highlights the museum’s work in photograph and film preservation and restoration, will pay tribute to the accomplishments of emerging and established artists in the fields of motion pictures and photography.