Innholdsfortegnelse for February 2023 i Smart Photography

A review of the cameras and lenses that SP has tested in the last two years has revealed that hardly anyone makes a bad camera anymore. Irrespective of brands, quality levels of cameras and lenses have improved significantly. In fact our reviewers are finding it difficult not to give a ‘Best Buy’ label to almost all products reviewed on our test bench. What this means for the customer is that other factors like pricing, sales and service network and range of accessories assume added importance. In such a situation, selecting the best products for 2022 will be a tough job for the SP jury. Look forward to the SP Awards! Meanwhile 2023 has already started on an exciting note with Panasonic, one of the smaller players in the imaging market,…

Nikon India has announced the development of the Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.2 S, a fast mid-telephoto prime lens, and the Nikkor Z 26mm f/2.8, a slim wide-angle prime lens, for the full-frame/FX-format mirrorless cameras for which Nikon Z mount has been adopted. The Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.2 S is part of the S-Line Nikkor Z lens series, and realises superior rendering performance and large, and beautiful bokeh. It expands possibilities for users capturing portraits in areas such as weddings and fashion. The Nikkor Z 26mm f/2.8 achieves outstanding slimness and lightness, as well as high rendering performance, making it an ideal lens for advanced amateur photographers who take their camera everywhere so as not to miss a moment.…

Nikon India has unveiled the latest edition of its campaign, Through Her Lens, an annual digital contest aimed at empowering and elevating the voices of professional and amateur women photographers in India. The contest, now in its 3rd season, serves as a platform for female photographers to flaunt their creative expertise, gain valuable exposure and establish connections with the industry’s top professionals, a statement said. This initiative enables women to showcase their talent and skillset while breaking gender stereotypes and encouraging more women to join the field of photography. Commenting on the occasion, Sajjan Kumar, Managing Director, Nikon India Pvt. Ltd. said, “At Nikon India, we see a world where the lens of a camera is not just an instrument to capture the reality but also a tool to create…

Ashok Kandimalla has been in the photographic field for over three decades and has extensive experience in both film and digital photography. Being an electronics engineer by profession and a photographer, he possesses a unique and deep insight into the technical aspects of digital photography and equipment. He has published more than a 100 articles on photography and some of his writings have also been published in the well-known international magazine Popular Photography. An avid collector of photographic books and vintage cameras, Ashok has a keen interest in the history of photography and a passion for sharing his knowledge on photography through teaching and writing. He is the only Indian photographer to be featured on the Nikon Centenary website. He is presently working as a Management and Engineering consutant. He…

Write to us at: Smart Photography, Next Gen Publishing Pvt. Ltd., 608, Trade World, 6th floor, C wing, Kamala Mills Compound, Senapati Bapat Marg, Lower Parel (W), Mumbai - 400 013 E-mail: sp@nextgenpublishing.net Dear Editor, I am a beginner in photography. I was happy to read the Welcome note from Mr. H. S. Billimoria (January 2023 issue) wherein he mentioned that Chinese lenses at competitive prices will be available. The reason I was happy is that I (and may be more people like me) will be able to pursue photography without spending too much of hard earned money. Right now, I find it difficult to even buy second-hand lenses from well-known third party lens manufacturers. So for me, it is good news. Regards, S. B. Singh, Punjab Dear…

Sony India has announced the addition of ILME-FR7 to its Cinema Line line-up. This E-mount interchangeable lens camera features a full-frame image sensor and builtin pan/tilt/zoom (PTZ) functionality. The camera’s versatile remote control and cinematic features open creative possibilities in studio, live production and filmmaking. The FR7 was launched internationally in September 2022. Mukesh Srivastava, Head of Digital Imaging Business, Sony India said “The cinematic look and feel of the content is fast becoming a requirement in the broadcasting and live production industry as it opens new avenues to share a narrative. The new FR7 camera is definitive answer to this trend with its PTZ and Cinematic features. It comes with an integrated, remotely controllable pan and tilt mechanism and with the flexibility to be used with a wide range…

• Part I: Birds of Western Ghats, Gujarat and Rajasthan • Part II: Birds of Uttarakhand (reviewed herewith) • Part III: Raptors and Water Birds Uttarakhand is one of the most beautiful districts of India, nestled in the foothills of the mighty Himalayas. The region is also a paradise for bird lovers. Over 800 species of birds can be found here. And as a bird lover, it is necessary for you to understand the life-style of birds – their habitat, nesting, breeding, feeding behavior, what food they eat, their sexual dimorphism (differences between individuals of different sex in the same species), what kind of plumage you’ll see in juvenile birds, and more. The book also mentions some Key Facts about each bird – what family they come under, approximate size…

Inside the Box ✓ Camera body ✓ Body cap (PC-GF30) ✓ Strap ✓ Battery charger (LC-E17E) ✓ Charging cable ✓ Battery pack ✓ Instruction Manual The Canon EOS R10 was released in India in end July 2022. Endowed with Intelligent Autofocus Tracking technology developed through deep learning for advanced subject detection, the R10 is the perfect camera for beginners, mid-level photographers, vloggers and content creators. Design & Build Quality Similar to the EOS R7, the EOS R10 body is compact and lightweight (lighter than the R7). It appears well-made; it too uses magnesium alloy for strength and durability. Offering a well-designed deep grip, the R10 body feels very comfortable to hold. The body is weather resistant and made in Japan. Key Features Let’s start with the key differences between the…

Panasonic has announced two new hybrid full-frame mirrorless cameras, the Lumix S5II and S5IIX, at the recently-concluded Consumer Electronics Show (CES) at Las Vegas. The company also unveiled the Lumix S 14-28mm f/4-5.6 Macro lens for L-mount. The Lumix S5II and S5IIX are the first Lumix mirrorless cameras to utilise Phase Detection Auto-Focus (PDAF) thanks to a newly developed 24.2-megapixel 35mm full-frame CMOS sensor and a new imaging engine. Developed under the L2 Technology alliance formed by LEICA and Lumix last year, the new imaging engine provides high resolution, natural description, and approximately 2x higher-speed signal procession for high bit-rate video recording. To further the cameras’ PDAF capabilities and make them more dependable, Panasonic evolved the autofocus system into Phase Hybrid Auto-Focus by increasing the AF points to 779 to…

GoPro has kicked off its fifth Million Dollar Challenge. Open exclusively to owners of the new Hero11 Black and Hero11 Black Mini cameras, the Million Dollar Challenge tasks GoPro users around the world with capturing the most unique GoPro footage possible for the chance to be featured in an exclusive highlight reel and earn an equal share of $1 million. “We are continuously in awe of the quality, ingenuity and overall WOW-factor of the videos captured by the GoPro Community. The Million Dollar Challenge shines a spotlight on some of the most passionate creators from around the world and gives us a way to celebrate their amazing work, while also awarding them cash,” says GoPro CEO and founder Nicholas Woodman. Hero11 users can capture and submit their video clips for…

NATIONAL NEWS Mumbai Press Club has announced the results of the annual Mumbai Moments photo contest. The contest, conducted in partnership with Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited, received 700 entries from 65 photojournalists. The 13 winning images are featured on the Mumbai Moments 2023 desk calendar. The winners will also take home a certificate, trophy, and cash prize. The contest was judged by a three-member jury consisting of Bharat Dabholkar – film actor and director, Arun Arora - former president and executive director of Bennett, Coleman and Co, and award-winning photographer Arko Dutta. The Winners are Pratik Chorge (Hindustan Times), Anshuman Poyrekar (Hindustan Times), Indranil Mukherjee (AFP), Emmanuel Karbhari (Freelancer), Anshuman Poyrekar (Hindustan Times), Deepak Salvi (Live Photo), Ashish Raje (Mid-Day), Pradeep Dhivar (Mid-Day), Emmanuel Karbhari (Freelancer), Bhushan Koyande (Freelancer), Prathamesh…

Sony has introduced the FE 20-70mm f/4 G (model - SEL2070G) that boasts a 20-70 mm zoom range in a compact, lightweight full-frame lens, with a constant f/4 aperture throughout the zoom range. The lens boasts the typical G Lens image quality, high speed accuracy and tracking AF and a smart design for maximum mobility and operability. The FE 20-70mm f/4 G offers superior optical performance in a compact, lightweight lens with XD (extreme dynamic) linear motors, combined with other design changes. With two AA (advanced aspherical), one aspherical, three ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass, and one ED aspherical element, this lens simultaneously corrects chromatic and spherical aberration for high optical performance across the zoom range. Optimised coatings add high flare and ghost resistance to this design, for better contrast and…

In the good old days, before the advent of digital print technology, we just had silver halide technology to print photographs. These are light-sensitive substrates and had to be used in a dark room. Black and white films and colour films had two different types of paper for making prints. Come digital and the entire scenario changed. Digital printing, coupled with digital cameras, opened up a wide mix of printing technology and printing substrates. From a photography point of view, a basic understanding of five printing technologies is sufficient. The end consumer usually is not concerned with the printing technology. For them, it is the final product that matters. Print service providers do in-depth research before investing. The investment can be from several thousand to several crores depending…

1 In a hot, humid climate, which of the following is likely to occur? a) Batteries losing powerb) Batteries leaking c) Lenses develop mould or fungus d) The anchorage of some lenses could loosen due to extreme heat 2 When cleaning lenses, what should not be done? a) Using an anti static brush b) Using a jet of compressed air c) Cleaning the lens vigorously 3 If shooting landscapes, which of the following apertures are generally not used? a) F 16 b) F 11 c) F1.8 d) F 2 4 Which of the following favourite locations of photographers is not in Canada? a) Niagara Fallsb) Yellowstone National Park c) Lake Louis d) Jasper 5 When shooting fast moving sports, which of the following should you…