Thoughts From My Camera: August 2013

Monday, August 26, 2013

The US Open Begins

The US Open is one of the highlights for the NYC area each summer. Tennis enthusiasts and those with the money and connections attend this popular event. I have fond memories of the event and was lucky enough to witness from courtside a great era when USA Mens tennis was on top. Since the days of Connors, McEnroe, Agassi, Sampras and others I don't think the USA has had as dominant a role. Here are some shots from around the event for those who haven't been there.
If you're wondering why the dark backgrounds - it is widely known that late day light at the Open can lead to dramatic backlit shots which are a bit different than the standard lighting. So I tossed in some of those scanned from film.
http://www.usopen.org/index.html

Shot from the top of the stadium looking west to NYC back in the day.

Monday, August 19, 2013

New Fujifilm Film Packaging is Released

Fujifilm has released the images of their new packaging for their current film line up. I think the look is sharp and offers a fresh look which will be well received by photographers around the world.

The new packaging will show up in stores on a stock rollover basis.

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Friday, August 09, 2013

Exploring Downtown NYC

Exploring NYC is an endless journey I look forward to doing for another 40 years or so.

Every once in a while I'll discover something I really never knew existed. It's one thing to say oh I'll get there sometime - but another to bump into a a great place I never knew existed.

This week while exploring the damaged areas from Sandy I happened to cross under the FDR and notice a ramp up to a platform over the East River. I don't know the name of the area - but if you are ever down that way it is worth a look and a relaxing moment! Map attached of area.

Fujifilm X-Pro1 and XF14mm

New Fujifilm Accessories

There are some new camera accessories from Fujifilm I thought are worth mentioning. This is an informational post. Use as you like.

Hope you find one you enjoy and kick up that X series fun!

The MIC-ST1 Stereo Microphone from Fujifilm mounts to your camera's hot shoe and provides unidirectional stereo audio recording for HD video on select Fujifilm cameras. The microphone has a locking screw that secures it in place on the shoe, and a foam windscreen to minimize environmental noise. It is supplied with a 2.5mm audio connection and also comes with adapters for a 3.5mm jack and for a USB Multi-connector. Its compact form is unobtrusive when shooting and convenient to store and transport.

The MIC-ST1 is compatible with:
Fujifilm X-E1
Fujifilm X100S
Fujifilm X20
Fujifilm X-S1
Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR

Remote Release RR-90 - NEW

Compatibility: FUJIFILM X-M1

Remote Release RR-80A

Compatibility: FUJIFILM X-S1 / X-E1
FinePix HS50EXR / HS30EXR / HS33EXR / HS25EXR / HS28EXR / HS20EXR / HS22EXR / S205EXR / S200EXR / S100FS

Remote Release RR-80

Compatibility: FUJIFILM X-S1 / X-E1
FinePix HS30EXR / HS33EXR / HS25EXR / HS28EXR / HS20EXR / HS22EXR / S205EXR / S200EXR / S100FS

X10 or X20 premium leather case is still a “must have”.

Note: The X20 camera, due to identical body construction, can also use this camera case.

When a slow shutter photo opportunity or a one-handed picture demands a steady camera, the X-M1 hand grip adds confident support. This accessory is highly recommended when using a zoom or other long lens options.

This exclusive camera case is made of premium, genuine leather that molds to your grip and has an elegant design that integrates perfectly with the compact and lightweight FUJIFILM X-M1 camera body. The flap on the bottom of the case allows users to take the memory card and battery in and out of the camera body without having to remove the case.