Deal: Dolica Ultra Compact Tripod

Amazon offers the Dolica Ultra Compact Tripod with Professional Ball Head in Black, model no. TX570B150SL, for $70.66. Clip the $7 off coupon on the product page to drop it to $63.66 with free shipping. It weighs 2.5 lbs. and features an 18" to 57" operating height, reversible legs, 4-position leg locks, and 12.5" folded length.

It's also available with a Built-In Monopod, model no. TX570B150DS, for $76.61 before the above coupon, $69.61 after coupon with free shipping.

Press Release: GoPro Announces HERO4 Session

Available from 12 July, GoPro has announced its “smallest, lightest and most convenient GoPro, yet.” The GoPro HERO4 Session action camera is 50% smaller, 40% lighter and will combine a meticulously compact design with a simple one-button capture solution. In addition to the fact that the Hero4 Session comes in significantly lighter and smaller package than the previous HERO4 Black and Silver solutions, potential consumers will also love the fact that no external waterproof housing is required as the HERO4 Session is waterproof out-of-the-box.

Even though the action camera is smaller, lighter, and more versatile than previous offerings but it still serves up backwards compatibility with existing GoPro mounts. That’s great news for those GoPro fans who have invested lots of dollars into grabbing accessories for their earlier camera versions.

GoPro HERO4 Session will retail for $399.00 and can be purchased from Amazon, B&H Photo and Adorama.

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SAN MATEO, Calif., July 6, 2015 -- GoPro, Inc., enabler of some of today's most engaging content, is proud to announce HERO4 Session, the smallest, lightest, most convenient GoPro yet. 50% smaller and 40% lighter than GoPro's best-selling HERO4 Black and Silver cameras, HERO4 Session packs GoPro's Emmy® Award-winning image quality and performance into an exciting new low-profile form factor. HERO4 Session benefits from a durable waterproof design that eliminates the need for a separate housing and features simple one-button control to make capturing immersive photos and video quicker and more convenient than ever before. HERO4 Session is compatible with existing GoPro mounts and will retail for $399.99 MSRP at authorized GoPro retailers around the world and on GoPro.com beginning July 12, 2015.

"With HERO4 Session, we challenged ourselves to produce the smallest, lightest, most convenient GoPro possible," said Nicholas Woodman, GoPro founder and CEO. "HERO4 Session combines the best of our engineering and user-experience know-how to deliver our most convenient life-capture solution, yet." Woodman adds, "I'm so excited about the launch of HERO4 Session because now I can finally use mine in public!"

HERO4 Session captures GoPro-quality 1080p60, 720p100 and 1440p30 video along with eight megapixel photos in Single, Burst and Time Lapse modes. It features many of the same innovative features found in GoPro's best-selling HERO4 Black and Silver cameras, including SuperView™, Protune and Auto Low Light recording modes. An expanded set of controls and settings can be accessed when using the GoPro App or Smart Remote.

Operating HERO4 Session is very simple. A short press of the shutter button quickly powers the camera on and video recording begins automatically. A long press of the shutter button powers the camera on and triggers Time Lapse photo capture. Press the shutter button again to save video or photo content and power the camera off. This simple one button design drastically improves the speed and convenience of capturing life moments as they happen.

HERO4 Session is built to GoPro's famous rugged standards and is waterproof to 33 feet (10 meters). It features a sleek frame mounting system that is compatible with GoPro's expansive array of mounts. An innovative dual microphone system dynamically switches sound recording between microphones to reduce wind noise during activities. Audio performance during water-based activities has been dramatically improved thanks to HERO4 Session's waterproof design that eliminates the need for a separate waterhousing, which can often muffle sounds.

"At GoPro, sound quality is as important as image quality and we're very excited about the stunning audio advancements we've made with HERO4 Session during water-based and windy activities. It's incredible what this little GoPro can capture," remarked Woodman.

HERO4 Session $399.99 MSRP

• Stunning 1080p60, 720p100, and 1440p30 video
• Waterproof to 33' (10m), no separate housing required
• Easy one-button control: short press of shutter powers camera on and begins capturing video, long shutter button press powers camera on and begins capturing time-lapse photos
• Captures 8MP Single, Burst, and Time Lapse photos
• Compatible with GoPro mounts and accessories
• Dual Mic system captures enhanced audio during high wind and water-based activities
• Built-in WiFi and Bluetooth® enable easy connectivity to GoPro App and Smart Remote
• Auto image rotation corrects image orientation during recording
• Includes standard and low-profile frame mounts for increased mounting versatility
• New Ball Joint Buckle mount is included

Deal: Canon Rebel T5i 18MP DSLR + Pixma Pro-100 + MG2520 Printer Bundle

Adorama offers the Canon EOS Rebel T5i 18-Megapixel Digital SLR Camera and Canon EF-S 18-55mm IS STM Lens, model no. 8595B003, bundled with the Canon Pixma Pro-100 Printer, model no. 6228B002, Canon Pixma MG2520 Multifunction Inkjet Printer, model no. 8330B002, Canon Semi-Gloss 13x19" Photo Paper 50-Pack, model no. SG-201, Lowepro Nova Sport Camera Bag, model no. LP36612, and New Leaf Plus 1-Year Damage Protection, for $799. This $350 mail-in rebate drops it to $449. The camera features a 3" vari-angle touchscreen LCD, 5 fps continuous shooting speed, 1080p video recording, mini HDMI output, SDXC card slot, and USB. Rebate expires August 29.

Press Release: MindShift Gear Releases FirstLight Backpacks

Our friends at MindShift Gear just released three new outdoor photography backpacks designed specifically for travel and trekking, especially when carrying large lenses like a 70-200 or a 600mm. There are two major points of distinction. The first is comfort. These aren’t photography backpacks, but outdoor backpacks specifically designed for photography. They have 11 adjustment points. The second is security. The last thing you want to see out an airline window is your backpack filled with your most expensive and fragile gear being tossed onto a luggage cart. The FirstLights are designed to comply with airline carry on requirements so that your gear stays near you.

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MindShift Gear’s First Light™ Outdoor Photography Backpacks Feature Extreme Comfort, Airline Compatibility, and Big Glass Capacity

SANTA ROSA, CALIF – MindShift Gear's First Light™ backpack series addresses the most pressing needs of outdoor photographers who travel and trek, especially those who carry their 200mm to 600mm “Big Glass” lenses. These high capacity backpacks come in three sizes and feature contoured, adjustable torso harnesses with 11 adjustment points for extreme comfort whether running through an airport or traversing a mountain. Designed to comply with airline carryon size requirements, First Light backpacks are built with ballistic nylon bottoms for durability, room for a laptop and personal gear, and in the two larger sizes, a dedicated pocket for hydration reservoirs.

“We heard loudly and clearly from outdoor photographers that they wanted dual-purpose backpacks they could use to transport their gear safely on airlines and also for carrying their largest lenses comfortably for hours while deep into their treks,” said MindShift Gear’s CEO and Lead Designer Doug Murdoch. “We were able to design backpacks sized to fit three different camera gear configurations that are the best made, most durable, most comfortable, and most reasonably priced in the market.”

KEY FEATURES

• Dedicated 3L hydration pocket on side (30L & 40L only)
• Tablet or laptop fits into front pocket (20L & 30L = up to 15” laptop; 40L = up to 17” laptop)
• Includes tripod/monopod mounting system on front or side
• Better weight distribution for a more comfortable load enables easier all day use on the trail
• Seamless rain cover (included) doubles as a ground cloth
• When attached, rain cover allows small to medium tripods to be carried on front or side positions
• 2 front stuff pockets for travel or trail essentials; extra layers, a light jacket, headlamp, gloves, chargers
• Adjustable high-density closed-cell foam dividers for large telephoto lenses, traditional photo gear, or personal items
• Large water bottle or accessory pocket with drains and cinch cord for security
• Top zippered pocket for quick access to essentials
• Ballistic nylon bottom panel for durability in harsh environments
• Shaped aluminum torso stay for additional support
• Grab handles on 3 sides make it easy to hoist into an overhead bin, car, or trunk (2 handles on 20L)
• Interior mesh pockets for storing filters, batteries, cables, etc.
• Side compression straps with locking SR buckles for additional lash points
• Shoulder straps and waist belt wrap to front for compact storage in overhead compartment
• Whistle integrated into sternum strap buckle
• Compatible with MindShift Tripod Suspension Kit, Lens Switch Case, and the filter cases

GEAR PROFILE

• FirstLight 20L: Holds 1 standard-size DSLR and 4–6 standard zoom lenses. Holds 2 large Mirrorless DSLRs and 5–7 lenses plus a flash. Maximum lens size: 200–400mm f/4 detached or 300 f/2.8 attached.
• FirstLight 30L: Holds 1 gripped DSLR and 4–6 standard zoom lenses, and 1 flash. Maximum lens size: 500mm f/4 lens detached or 400 f/2.8 attached.
• FirstLight 40L: Holds 2 gripped DSLRs with 6–8 standard zoom lenses and 1–2 flashes. Maximum lens size: 600mm f/4 lens detached or a 500mm f/4 attached.

MATERIALS

• Exterior: For superior water resistance, all exterior fabric has a durable water-repellant coating; the underside of the fabric has a polyurethane coating. It also has the highest quality abrasion-resistant
• YKK® RC-Fuse zippers, 420D velocity nylon, 420D high-density nylon, 1680D ballistic nylon, 210D nylon, 320G DuraStretch mesh, nylon webbing, 350G airmesh, nylon webbing, 3-ply bonded nylon thread.
• Interior: 210D silver-toned nylon lining, belly-o mesh pockets, high-density closed-cell foam, PE board reinforcement, 3-ply bonded nylon thread.

Press Release: Barber Shop Camera Bags and Accessories

We're always interested in new products and today, we were informed of a brand new collection of Italian leather bags and accessories (straps, wallets, etc.) for man and women: Barber Shop. A line of bags which is born for photographers but also suits everyday life needs.

The bags and accessories look to be of good quality. We will try and get our hands on review samples so we can get you a full review and additional images. Be sure to follow us for any updates and any other new news, reviews and deals.

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With Barber Shop photo bags and accessories “You Are in Good Hands”

The new 100% Italian brand of lovingly handcrafted leather goods for photographers is now available on the on-line shop.

The new Barber Shop Website is on-line
After the preview at the Birmingham Photography Show in March 2015, Barber Shop bags and accessories are now available on the new website and online-store at: www.barbershopbags.com.

An authentic handcrafted collection
Barber Shop is an authentic collection of 11 styles, entirely designed and made in Italy, which includes 5 bags, 1 hand and 1 wrist-strap, a single and a double bridle and 2 different sizes of leather organizers. Quality, Italian style and functionality are the hallmarks of Barber Shop. Every single piece is handcrafted in Bassano del Grappa (Vicenza) by skilled artisans.

Barber Shop high-quality multifunctional bags and accessories are made using only selected Italian leathers and fabrics and offers top quality technical features. The unique style and versatility of Barber Shop bags make them perfect, despite the mannish name, both for men and women, and enjoyable also for daily life: just take out the camera satchel and you have a stylish bag for your everyday needs. And when you are shooting, the Barber Shop bags do not shout out that you are carrying photographic equipment, which also makes them safer.

Whether photography is your job or passion, enjoy your special, inspiring moment without any compromise or concern. You need protection, comfort, speed, handiness and transportability for your gear: Barber Shop will take care of everything, so you just need to think about your next shoot.

A matter of details
Details are the hallmark of Barber Shop collection: details that are not just a matter of style, but they allow to live a greater experience, working with a functional, performing product, designed with the photographers’ needs in mind.

Barber Shop team capitalized on the knowledge gained working closely with photographers for years. Every detail of Barber Shop products is designed and tailored to fit the needs of photographers, without giving up style, elegance and the uniqueness of a hand-crafted product.

Made with passion
Passion is what makes Barber Shop products unique. The same passion and love that only the most skilled artisans put into their work, giving each detail a soul of its own and making it better every day. That's why Barber Shop bags and accessories are an ode to good life, an all-Italian philosophy that the world acknowledges and loves.

Time is precious
Barber Shop wants to give time its proper value. The same time that is necessary both to handcraft the highest quality and to give oneself the chance to fully enjoy a real, concrete pleasure. That’s why we honor and respect the long lead times required for each product to come to life and to best express itself. To lovingly handcraft a Barber Shop bag an average of 3 hours of passionate work are needed: Barber Shop embraces slowness and wishes everyone to discover its intrinsic value through the use of these products.

100% Made in Italy
From the choice of the leathers, coming from the finest tanneries in Vicenza - among the most excellent production centers and point of reference for the most famous leatherwear brands in the world - to the design and manufacture of every single metal detail, the whole Barber Shop collection has been conceived in the beautiful landscapes of Veneto. This soul makes the brand unique in the world of photography: 100% Italian. Barber Shop bags and accessories have been conceived and styled in Bassano del Grappa, a small jewel of a town set in the north-east of Italy, in the province of Vicenza. Here, in the charm of a place where the mountains and the hills meet the plain and the river Brenta, we created a collection that contains the passion for work, for quality and above all for beauty, mirroring these places.

Why Barber Shop?
Barber Shop line was founded in Italy, the land where barbers used to come from in the past: men with a passion for detail and a flawless craftsmanship. They take care of the face and style of a person: what best expresses their personality. The barber is the man you entrust your own skin. With the same care Barber Shop build its bags and accessories, with an accurate attention to detail and that unique Italian taste that makes every product authentic, special and distinct.

Moreover the name Barber Shop recalls materials such as leather, the idea of an artisan workshop and the urban style. Barber scissors and a razor are stylized in the logo. The 'barber pole' becomes a distinctive striped red white and blue tape sewn in all Barber Shop products, as well as in the elegant packaging boxes.

The payoff suggests to the customer that they are in “Good Hands”: you can secure your camera equipment as it were in the hands of a good barber.

Deal: CowboyStudio Umbrella Triple Lighting Kit

Amazon offers the CowboyStudio Photography and Video Portrait Umbrella Continuous Triple Lighting Kit for $44.99 with free shipping. It features three 45-watt 5500k daylight bulbs, a 7-foot light stand, mini light stand, three light sockets, two 33" white umbrellas, and padded carrying case.