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SeaLife Underwater Camera
Kit
The SeaLife ReefMaster SL560 professional dive camera kit offers equipment that’s
waterproof down to 164 feet. It includes a ReefMaster RC SL515 35mm automatic
camera with hard-molded underwater camera housing and an “easy-grip”
rubber-armored exterior, a built-in color correction flash, and a multi-coated
optical glass lens. It also has a 3X macro close-up lens and a color-correction
filter. A safety lanyard that clips to the camera is included. There’s
also an external flash that enhances colors and brightness, reduces backscatter,
and has a flexible arm for easy aiming. A deluxe nylon carrying case and a “Great
Pictures Made Easy” instructional booklet are included. SeaLife, division
of Pioneer Research, 97 Foster Rd., Moorestown, NJ 08057; 800/257-7742. www.sealife-cameras.com.
Fluid Tripod
Head from SLIK
SLIK’s new Tele Balance 6 fluid head is a great solution for photographers
who shoot action or sports and use long telephoto lenses. This tripod head is
designed to deliver smooth camera movements as opposed to the gimbaled-style
tripod head, which must be locked down when you want to position the camera
at an angle. The Tele Balance 6 features an adjustable Cam Balancer system that
counterbalances the camera/lens so that it will stay positioned at any angle
without having to hold it in place or lock the movement of the head. The moving
parts glide smoothly in a sealed oil-filled head that enables easy movements
of long telephoto lenses up to nearly 18 pounds. THK Photo Products, Inc., 2360
Miramar Ave., Long Beach, CA 90815; 562/494-9575. www.thkphoto.com.
New Camera Bags
from Kiesel
Kiesel Bags offer a full line of camera cases geared for advanced amateur as
well as professional photographers. This lineup includes the TZ500, a medium-sized,
high-quality bag with a customizable interior. You can fit two pro SLRs, 3–5
lenses, a flash and other accessories. If you have a medium-format camera, the
TZ500 can be customized to fit an additional four lenses and accessories. Zippered
side pockets allow for additional storage, and a front pocket can accommodate
small items like a cell phone or PDA. This bag includes a removable fused-mesh
film pouch under the lid for film and other accessories. All Kiesel bags are
constructed with 600D rip-stop nylon and durable metal hardware. Kiesel Bags,
1277 Kettner Blvd., Suite 304, San Diego, CA 92101; 619/664-4125. www.kieselbags.com.
Inkjet Paper
from Adorama
The new ProJet Elite is Adorama’s latest addition to its line of inkjet
papers. It includes: Photorag, a 100% cotton rag acid-free watercolor paper;
Linen Texture, a 100% cotton, acid-free linen-textured watercolor paper; Silver
Mirror, a polyester-based foil with a reflective mirror finish; and Velvet Smooth,
a fine-art paper with a velvety surface. ProJet Elite papers are available in
sheet sizes from 4x6 to 17x22 inches, and in rolls. Adorama, 42 West 18 St.,
New York, N.Y. 10011; 212/741-0401. www.adorama.com.
New Pentax 4-Megapixel
Camera
If you’re “going digital,” the ultra-compact Pentax Optio
S40 is a great model to start with. It’s a 4-megapixel, 3X optical-zoom
digital camera with easy-to-use buttons and controls. The unique Sliding Lens
system retracts the lens completely when the camera is turned off. An optional,
acrylic waterproof housing allows for underwater picture-taking. The Optio S40
is also equipped with PictBridge, a direct-print standard that enables you to
connect the camera directly to your printer without having to use a PC. The
included ACDSee software package makes it easy to retrieve, view, print, enhance
and share your images. Pentax USA, Inc., 600 12th St., Suite 300, Golden, CO
80401; 303/799-8000. www.pentaxdigital.com.
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