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DJI and SkyPixel launch contest to celebrate 5th anniversary

05 Dec

SkyPixel, which can be accessed in DJI’s consumer apps, as well as online, has attracted over 18 million aerial photographers and content creators from 140 countries to its platform since launching in 2014. To celebrate their 5th anniversary, they’ve partnered with DJI, Nikon, and Western Digital Corp to award 56 category winners and finalists prize packages worth over $ 117,000 combined. The SkyPixel 5th Anniversary Aerial Photo & Video Contest launched on Tuesday, December 3rd, and concludes on February 3rd.

This year’s contest features 9 storytelling categories spanning two disciplines, videography and photography. In honor of the competition’s 5th anniversary, an additional category, Aerial Story, which invites users to share their journeys from a drone’s perspective, has been added. Here are more details for each category:

Videography

  • Nature: Capture footage of natural scenery, wildlife, and landscapes
  • City: Showcase the beauty of urban landscapes and man-made architecture
  • Sport: Document moments in movement – the power and energy of humans doing sports
  • Travel: Stories about humanity, culture, or an unforgettable adventure (people should be included in these videos)

Entires should not exceed 5 minutes and must contain at least 30 seconds of aerial footage.

Photography

  • Portrait: Capture a person’s expression, actions or passion in the beauty of their surroundings
  • Nature: Reveal the natural beauty of the world
  • Architecture: Show off impressive structures from a new perspective
  • Sport: Capture the energy and excitement of an athlete in action
  • Aerial Story: Consisting of 5 images, they should document adventures from a drone’s perspective.

Photos must be captured by a drone. Although DJI is a major sponsor, entries captured by any brand of drone are eligible. Each image must be at least 3 MB with a resolution of 300 dpi (in this case, pixels per inch).

All winners will be featured as SkyPixel recommended photographers and be considered for the role of a DJI Creator. SkyPixel claims that entries from winners and finalists have received over 1 million views in past competitions. Winning entries will also be showcased at exhibits in DJI Flagship stores around the globe in Spring, 2020. Entries will be judged by a panel of award-winning experts including Jamie Hancock, Jarred Seng, Chris McLennan, and Thomas Chu. Results for this year’s winners and finalists will be announced on March 3rd. To enter, visit SkyPixel’s official contest site.

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Olympus announces limited edition OM-D E-M1 Mark II camera to celebrate 100th anniversary

24 Jan

In addition to a barrage of other products launched earlier today, Olympus has also unveiled a limited edition Silver OM-D E-M1 Mark II to commemorate Olympus’ 100th anniversary.

As tends to be the case with many limited edition cameras, nothing changes on the inside. This special edition OM-D E-M1 Mark II still features the same 20.4-megapixel MOS sensor with Olympus’ TruePic VIII image processor to power it all. Also identical to the standard version is the 5-axis image stabilization.

The special edition OM-D E-M1 Mark II will be limited to only 2,000 units worldwide and is set to ship in February 2019 for $ 1.699.99 USD and $ 1,999.99 CAD.

OLYMPUS ANNOUNCES LIMITED EDITION

OM-D® E-M1 MARK II SILVER

2,000 Units Available Worldwide in Commemoration of Olympus’ 100th Anniversary

CENTER VALLEY, PA., January 24, 2019 – Olympus is pleased to announce a special edition of the OM-D E-M1 Mark II, the OM-D E-M1 Mark II Silver. This limited edition model, of which only 2,000 units will be available worldwide, will be available at the end of February 2019, in commemoration of Olympus’ 100th anniversary.

From Olympus President Hiroyuki Sasa:
We are sincerely grateful to all customers and other stakeholders who have supported Olympus since its founding 100 years ago. Being true to our purpose of “making people’s lives healthier, safer, and more fulfilling,” we shall continue to contribute to photographic culture and deliver the joy of capturing and expressing special moments to photography lovers worldwide.

TruePic VIII Image Processor and 20.4 Megapixel Live MOS Sensor
The OM-D E-M1 Mark II features the TruePic VIII Image Processor, which makes it possible to capture images with minimal noise while retaining details. Furthermore, the 20.4 Megapixel Live MOS sensor with 121 points of cross-type on-chip phase detection improves resolution without the need for a low-pass filter. This synergy maintains the full 20.4 Megapixel image while offering up to 18 fps high-speed sequential shooting performance in AF/AE tracking. It also enhances gradation through pixel characteristic improvement for a wide dynamic range that rivals that of cameras with larger sized APS-C sensors. Pro Capture Mode is also included and allows lag-free shooting of split-second moments as full resolution images, attaining both high-speed and excellent image quality.

In-Body 5-Axis Image Stabilization
The OM-D E-M1 Mark II is equipped with built-in 5-Axis Image Stabilization to compensate for camera shake. Through an optimized correction algorithm, this model boasts 5.5 shutter speed steps of compensation performance. Furthermore, when combined with an M.Zuiko lens containing in-lens image stabilization2, 5-Axis Sync IS provides up to 6.5 shutter speed steps of compensation performance for hand-held shooting capabilities.

A Compact, Lightweight, Durable System Offering Unparalleled Reliability
The OM-D E-M1 Mark II features sealing throughout the camera for a highly reliable dustproof, splashproof and freezeproof (14°F / -10°C) design so that the camera performs even in the harshest outdoor conditions, such as snow or rain.

Premium Silver Body
The OM-D E-M1 Mark II is a dependable camera that meets the needs of the professional photographer and is capable of shooting in the harshest of environments. The black body embraces functional beauty while the new silver body provides a classic, quality camera look.

Articles: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)

 
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Celebrate International Dark Sky Week with a night sky time-lapse

29 Apr

A few months ago we featured the work of astrophotographer Matt Dieterich, whose iconic photo of star trails over Mt. Rainier was selected for a special series of U.S. postage stamps commemorating the 100th anniversary of the U.S. National Park Service. If you haven’t seen those photos, you should definitely check them out.

In honor of International Dark Sky Week, Dieterich has just released a time-lapse video called Pacific Northwest Nights, using photos shot while working at Mt. Rainier National Park. Of course, we love it because it highlights places in our own backyard, but even if you’ve never been to our part of the world it’s a beautiful video, and a reminder of why dark skies matter.

If you pay close attention at 0:50 and 2:45 you can even see the glow of headlamps as climbers ascend Mt. Rainier. You can find more of Dieterich’s work at his website and on Instagram.

Articles: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)

 
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National Geographic and NASA celebrate National Parks with images from space

22 Apr

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If you’re unable to take advantage of free National Park entry this weekend, you can still enjoy the grandeur of some of the US’s best-loved National Parks thanks to National Geographic and NASA. To celebrate National Parks week they’ve published some of their favorite photos of parks – from space.

We were pleased to discover that Grand Prismatic looks just as colorful from space as it does from the ground. Maybe we can keep it that way if we don’t trample all over it, hmm?

Take a look at a few of the images above and see more over at National Geographic Travel.

Articles: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)

 
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TIME to celebrate 175 years of photojournalism

04 Nov

TIME magazine is celebrating the birth of photography and photojournalism with a ‘multimedia experience’ telling the stories behind 100 of history’s most influential images. The project goes live at time.com/photos on November 17, but you can get a preview by way of the trailer above. A hardcover book is also available. 

Are there any photos you don’t see in the trailer that you expect to see in the top 100? Let us know in the comments.

Articles: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)

 
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Magnum launches Photography Awards competition to celebrate its 70th birthday

27 Apr
Image © Martin Parr/Magnum Photos

The Magnum Photos agency has announced $ 18,000 worth of prize money for its first photography competition open to anyone 18 years or older. Launched as part of 2017’s celebrations to mark 70 years since the agency was established, the Magnum Photography Awards hopes to ‘discover the best photographers from all over the world.’ The agency has partnered with LensCulture and has set categories for Documentary, Street, Portrait, Fine Art and Photojournalism, as well as an Open section. The jury will look for a winning series and single image in each section, with the best series winning $ 2000 and the best single shot $ 1000. Additional images will be highlighted as finalists, Jurors’ Picks and Editors’ Picks, while five students will also be singled out for praise.

Cash prizes await the winners of the sections and those picked for other awards will be included in an online exhibition and a book, while all series entrants can request a review of their submission by an ‘industry expert’.

The deadline for entries is Tuesday May 24th 2016, and it costs $ 20 to submit a single image, with further submissions costing $ 10. Entering 5 single images as a group costs $ 50, while a series of 10 photos costs $ 60. For more information see the Magnum Photography Awards page on the LensCulture website.

Press release:

Call for Entries: Magnum and LensCulture Photography Awards 2016

Magnum Photos and LensCulture have joined forces to create one of the best new opportunities for photographers to be recognized and rewarded for their talent.

2017 marks a significant year for Magnum as we celebrate 70 years since our founding photographers toasted the conception of an independent photo agency. Ahead of these anniversary celebrations, Magnum Photos and LensCulture invite submissions to the inaugural Magnum and LensCulture Photography Awards, an international call to discover the best photographers from all over the world.

Our distinguished jury will select 12 Winners and 20 Finalists from Documentary, Street, Portrait, Fine Art, Photojournalism and Open categories. In addition, the jury will select 7 photographers as “Jurors’ Picks” and give out 5 “Student Spotlight” awards to young, up-and-coming talents. Winners, finalists and top-rated photographers will enjoy gain access to an unprecedented level of global exposure and recognition from two of the largest organizations in the photo industry, as well as cash funding and career support.

“Magnum Photos is delighted to be working with LensCulture on this exciting new competition, which we hope will attract diverse photographic practices from all over the world. 2016 marks a significant juncture for the agency as we launch a new, stories-first website, in the lead-up to our 70th anniversary. We view this new award as an opportunity for our dedicated audience — and the photography community at large — to share in our celebrations.” – Martin Parr, Magnum Photographer and President.

Articles: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)

 
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Today We Celebrate. Free Prints for Everyone!

26 Jun

We’re weeks away from kicking off something BIG!

And we want you (our very best pals) to know first.

So, come take a peek at our sneak preview and grab up a li’l present while you’re at it.

Claim Your Free Print from Parabo Here

Hurry, only the 5,000 folks who ask get one.

Oh good gracious, we’re so excited we could burst!

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Celebrate the New SLR670m With Free Film Today!

22 Jun

Your worlds are about to collide. In the best way possible!

The Polaroid SX-70 has not only been restored to factory perfection by MiNT, but it’s also been given a modern kick with Time Machine. The result? A new classic as the SLR670m.

Time Machine gives you incredible creative control, with 16 manual settings including long exposure, Auto and Off modes.

To celebrate our instant love for this modern marvel we’re throwing in free instant film with these instant cams and printers, today only! Not since the 70s has there been a better time to go instant.

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Focus on Blur: Bokeh Cityscapes Celebrate Color & Light

06 Jan

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Stretching and reversing conventions for balancing foreground and background, one urban photographer in Tokyo is taking the Japanese concept of Bokeh to dazzling extremes.

bokeh vertical landscape city

Bokeh (which translates as ‘blur’) plays with a lens’s circle of confusion in which points of light become glowing discs, but instead of making the background fuzzy, Takashi Kitajima unexpectedly lets the foreground become the backdrop.

bokeh blurred city street

The result seems to highlight the chaos and movement of what is closest to the viewer’s perspective in a surreal but suggestive way that indirectly resonates with our actual experience of cities.

bokeh city angled view

bokeh statue monument focus

In turn, more distant monuments, buildings and bridges on the horizon or off to one side emerge as stable anchors, contrasted with a sea of light.

bokeh zoom foreground background

The net effect is something between a photograph and a watercolor or pastel painting, a fusion of concrete realism and playful abstraction.

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Awards celebrate the best of iPhone photography

19 Jun

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The 6th Annual iPhone Photography Awards has announced its winners, celebrating smartphone images across 16 categories of mobile photography. The top three winners of the Photographer of the Year category each received an iPad Mini while the top entry from each category won a gold bar. We take a look at the award winners on connect.dpreview.com.

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