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Through August 31, you can receive up to a $200.00 rebate (via Visa pre-paid card) with the purchase of an eligible Gizto tripod.
 
Eligible Gitzo Tripods

Tripod	Rebate
GT0532	$125.00
GT0542	$125.00
GT1532	$125.00
GT1542	$125.00
GT2532	$125.00
GT2542	$200.00
GT2543L	$200.00
GT3532	$200.00
GT3542	$200.00
GT3542L	$200.00
GK1542-80QD	$200.00
GK2542-80QD	$200.00
GK3532-80QD	$200.00

 
At an hour and forty minutes long, this isn't exactly "light viewing." However, this video may prove useful if playing in the background while you're completing other tasks. If you overhear a tip you're interested in, you can always focus your full attention on the video at that time. At least, that's how I usually enjoy these videos... [Sean]
 
From B&H's YouTube Channel:
 
Is trying to master certain aspects of Photoshop making you pull your hair out in frustration? The Event Space and expert Andy Graber are here to help. We tried something new with this class: We asked YOU to help us design the curriculum by interacting with us on social media. What aspects of Photoshop are you having trouble with? What is it you need to learn about? In advance of the class, we chose a selection of your questions and built this workshop around them.

From Ubertronix:
 
The Strike Finder TOUCH is our top of the line device in our camera trigger line-up. It has a programmable touch-screen interface that features 5 capabilities in one device. One of the most exciting features is the ability to trigger time lapse based on an external event such as lightning, motion and sound. When it detects high-speed flash events (such as lightning or fireworks), a tripped laser beam, movement, or sound, it sends a signal to the camera or flash at the precise moment to capture the photograph. The fully programmable touch-screen interface allows you to set multiple options (e.g. Sensitivity, Exposure, Timing, Delay (in milliseconds) and will detect motion up to 30 feet away! The motion and sound sensors can be extended by adding additional extension cables.
 

 
The Time Lapse is one of the hallmarks of the Strike Finder TOUCH, it contains all options you’d expect from an intervalometer but also boasts a unique feature that allows a photographer to start time lapse based on external events such as motion, a high-speed flash, sound, etc. Anytime one of these external events occurs, it will take multiple photos based on your setup taking a sequence of pictures from one to several thousand and also lets you adjust the frequency and exposure.
 
Adjustable Settings:

• Time
• Exposure
• Number (number of pics to take)

Additionally, it has the ability to start time lapse when:

• Motion is detected
• Sound is detected
• Lightning is detected
• Laser beam is broken

When using the Lightning feature, it can capture lightning strikes day or night depending on how far the storm is. Since lightning strikes can last for several hundred milliseconds (ms) and contain dozens of strikes, the Strike Finder TOUCH has plenty of opportunity to catch the lightning bolt. The device is very fast, triggering the camera in less than 1ms!
 
Adjustable Settings:

• Delay
• Sensitivity
• Number (number of pics to take)

The Laser Trigger was designed to capture anything that breaks the laser beam from water droplets to insects, to bigger things such as a sprinting runner. Once the laser has been tripped, the device instantly sends a signal to the camera telling it to release the shutter (external laser pointer required).
 
Adjustable Settings:

• Delay
• Sensitivity
• Number (number of pics to take)

The Sound Trigger allows you to do high speed photography using sound. The sensor attachment plugs into the side of the Strike Finder TOUCH with an 12? cable. When it senses a loud sound, the device sends a signal to your camera to release the shutter.
 
Adjustable Settings:

• Delay
• Sensitivity
• Number (number of pics to take)

The Motion Trigger uses a passive infrared sensor that is capable of detecting motion of any kind. Once detected, the device will trigger your camera once or multiple times depending on your setup. The sensor comes as an attachment that plugs into the side of the device with an 12? cable and can be extended with additional extension cables.
 
Adjustable Settings:

• Interval (frequency(in seconds) to take pics while motion is present)
• Number (number of pics to take)

Technical Specs:
 
Size 4" x 2 1/4" x 1"
 
Powered by 4 AAA batteries or optional power adapter Sound and motion sensors are external attachments that plug into the device, extension cables are available too.
 
B&H carries the new Strike Finder Touch.

 
From RODE:
 
RØDE Microphones has today announced the iXY with Lightning connector for iPhone 5, 5s and 5c -- the highly-anticipated update to RØDE’s stereo microphone for Apple iPhone devices, that allows high-quality recording at sample rates up to 24-bit/96kHz.
 
The original iXY was announced in early 2013 and was the world’s first microphone for iOS devices, able to record at such a high-quality resolution. This innovative approach saw the iXY awarded several product design awards, culminating with the prestigious International Red Dot Design Award, which recognizes products of the very highest quality by an expert panel of 37 judges from around the world.
 
Equipped with the same broadcast audio performance as the original 30-pin microphone, the iXY with Lightning connector features a matched pair of ½ inch condenser capsules arranged in a stacked X-Y configuration, with on-board high-fidelity analogue to digital conversion. This ensures accurate, immersive and true to life stereo recordings.
 
Interchangeable rubber mounting clamps are supplied to suit both iPhone 5/5s and 5c, which also provide shock mounting and help to minimise vibration transferring to the microphone capsules. A foam windshield for outdoor recording and protective storage pouch are also included. The RØDEGrip mount is optionally available for mounting the iXY and iPhone on a camera or microphone stand, and a “deadcat” windshield for high wind conditions will be available shortly.
 
“The original iXY was an industry leader in both design and function, so we’re thrilled to continue this success with the updated version for iPhone 5.” commented Damien Wilson, RØDE’s Global Sales and Marketing Director. “Being able to record at this quality with a device that sits in your pocket has been a game changer not only for audio professionals, but for enthusiasts alike. We saw this first-hand with so numerous entrants to our My RØDE Reel short film competition choosing to use the iXY for their amazing short films”.
 
Finally, RØDE’s field recording app for iOS devices, RØDE Rec also recently received an update to increase compatibility and stability on the iOS 7 platform. RØDE Rec and RØDE Rec LE are available now in the App store for iPhone and iPad.
 
B&H carries RODE products.

CanvasPeople is celebrating summer with a 60% Off sale. Now would be a good time to turn that great Independence Day fireworks picture into a wall-hanging piece of art!
 
Canvas Sale Prices

Size	Standard Gallery Wrap	Thick Gallery
8x10	$20.00	-
11x11	$27.60	-
11x14	$28.00	$36.00
16x16	$33.20	-
9x27	$34.80	-
16x20	$37.60	$45.60
18x24	$42.00	$50.00
20x30	$44.80	-
24x36	-	$55.60
20x48	-	$57.60

Through tomorrow (July 12), B&H has Adobe Photoshop Elements 12 available for $59.99 with free expedited shipping. Regularly $84.99.

DigitalRev has the Tokina AT-X 70-200mm f/4 PRO FX VCM-S for Nikon in stock.

For a limited time, DigitalRev has the Nikon D610 DSLR Camera available for $1,659.00. Compare at $1,896.95.
 
Note: When purchased by US customers, items sold by DigitalRev are considered grey market.

From the Lightroom Journal:
 
What happens to Lightroom after my membership ends?
 
Since the launch of the Creative Cloud, Adobe has engaged in an ongoing dialog with the photographic community. We’ve tackled mobile workflows, provided ongoing enhancements and lastly, provided a membership plan tailor made for all levels of photographers. With the latest update to Lightroom 5.5 I believe we’ve also addressed a lingering concern in the community: What happens to my photographs after my membership ends?
 
With Lightroom 5.5, at the end of a membership, the desktop application will continue to launch and provide access to the photographs managed within Lightroom as well as the Slideshow, Web, Book or Print creations that we know many photographers painstakingly create. The Develop and Map modules have been disabled in order to signal the end of the membership and the need to renew in order to receive Adobe’s continuous innovation in those areas. Access to Lightroom mobile workflows will also cease to function. We hope this meets the expectations of our customers and we look forward to an ongoing dialog.
 
TDP Note: For what it's worth, I'm a big fan of Adobe's Photoshop Photography Program. In my opinion, a continuously updated Photoshop CC and Lightroom 5 for only $9.99 per month is a great deal – and one I'll be more than happy to invest in for the foreseeable future. [Sean]

Roger Cicala over at LensRentals has put the new Petzval lens to the test using his Trioptics MTF bench and OLAF machines.
 
Check out LensRentals Blog post to see how the lens (with its 175 year-old design) performed.

Between now and August 7th, you can receive a free Shoulder Harness V2.0 ($34.74 value) and Urban Disguise Attachment Straps ($19.75 value) with purchase of one of Think Tank Photo's popular Urban Disguise shoulder bags.
 
Qualifying Bags

• Urban Disguise 35 V2.0
• Urban Disguise 40 V2.0
• Urban Disguise 50 V2.0
• Urban Disguise 60 V2.0
• Urban Disguise 70 V2.0

Don't forget: Use the links from this site to get a free gift with your purchase of $50.00 or more at Think Tank Photo!

From B&H:
 
We are proud to announce our recently-upgraded shipping policy for the continental U.S.
 
In keeping with our tradition of bringing you the greatest shopping experience, we have launched our new B&H FREE EXPEDITED SHIPPING PROGRAM that delivers your orders of $49 or more in 1, 2, or 3 business days, depending upon your order’s destination. There are NO membership fees.
 
B&H constantly seeks new ways to improve your shopping experience and we hope you’ll enjoy this new program.

eBay (via AdoramaCamera) has the Refurbished Nikon D7000 DSLR Camera available for $549.99 with free shipping. Compare at $619.00 refurbished.

From DxO:
 
07/10/2014 – DxO FilmPack v4.5.2 and DxO ViewPoint v2.1.7 are now available! These two upgrades allow both software products to integrate perfectly with Adobe Photoshop CC (2014 edition).
 
DxO FilmPack: All the quality and emotion of fine arts photography
 
Acclaimed by professionals for the fidelity of its analog film renderings, DxO FilmPack lets photographers apply to their digital images all the characteristics of the analog films that have made photographic history, as well as many original looks, filters, tones, and visual effects. All of these renderings and effects can be infinitely combined and customized for unlimited creativity.
 
Coming in two editions, Essential and Expert, a single DxO FilmPack v4.5.2 license lets the software be used as a standalone application for OS X and Windows, and as a plugin for Adobe Photoshop and Photoshop Elements, Adobe Lightroom, Apple Aperture, and DxO Optics Pro.
 
DxO ViewPoint: the indispensable companion to wide-angle lenses
 
DxO ViewPoint fixes even the most complex problems with perspective, and easily restores the natural shapes of subjects located on the edges of images. Taking advantage of all of DxO Labs’ know-how in terms of optical calibrations, the software corrects barrel, pincushion, and fisheye distortions. DxO ViewPoint supports all photographic equipment, much of which also benefits from the automatic corrections provided by DxO Optics Modules.
 
DxO ViewPoint is available as a standalone application for OS X and Windows, and as a plugin for Adobe Photoshop and Photoshop Elements, Adobe Lightroom, and Apple Aperture — all with the same license.
 
Availability
 
The Essential and Expert editions of DxO FilmPack v4.5.2 and DxO ViewPoint 2.1.7 for Mac and Windows are available at photo resellers.
 
B&H carries DxO FilmPack 4 and DxO ViewPoint 2.

From Manfrotto:
 
Upper Saddle River, NJ – July 10, 2014 – Manfrotto, a manufacturer of premium photo and video accessories, unveiled a new travel backpack in its Advanced bag collection: the MB MA-BP-TRV BeFree backpack. Billed as the perfect travel companion to the Manfrotto BeFree tripod, this new backpack features a unique carrying slot in the extendable side-padded pocket that is designed to fit the BeFree and other compact travel tripods.
 
The interior of the backpack was created to provide durability, flexibility and ease of use for travel-minded photo enthusiasts to carry their photographic gear and personal belongings in one compact bag. As part of the Advanced bag collection, the travel backpack features hard-wearing fabrics and professional features.
 
The backpack employs the Manfrotto Camera Protection System (CPS), which is designed to provide protection at its most vulnerable spot—the center of the bag, where the lenses are stored. The CPS consists of specially structured 3D foam encasing dividers that reduce shock and absorb and dissipate the force of impact.
 
It also has a rugged, durable bottom half that’s made of high-density nylon as well as nylon material on the top. It’s carbon detailing ties it in with Manfrotto’s Italian heritage.
 
The all-in-one carry solution is divided into two main compartments. The upper section is dedicated to personal belongings, while the bottom section has a quick side access. It can fit a DSLR with attached lens, two additional lenses, flash and accessories. Additionally, a 13-inch laptop can be stored in a back compartment. The bag can also be converted into an everyday backpack by removing the main compartment divider. And its extendable side-padded pocket makes it possible to add additional space to the bag by unzipping the pocket to insert a travel tripod.
 
Manfrotto’s Advanced bag collection includes six basic bag designs, each in various sizes, including active backpacks, tri-backpacks, gear backpacks, active slings, shoulder bags and holsters. Manfrotto’s new BeFree travel backpack is available now at Manfrotto Authorized Resellers.
 
B&H carries the new Manfrotto Advanced Bag Travel Backpack and BeFree Tripods.
 
Update: Manfrotto is offering up to a $100.00 rebate if purchasing the backpack and tripod together - see this form for details. (thanks Yoderz)

 
From the Toronto Star YouTube Channel:
 
Toronto Star photographer Randy Risling shows many ways that photographers can ruin the intimate moments of a wedding.

B&H has the HP DreamColor LP2480zx Professional LED Backlit 24" IPS LCD Monitor available for $799.00 with free expedited shipping. Compare at $1,567.16.
 
Product Highlights:

• 16:10 Aspect Ratio
• 1920 x 1200 Native Resolution
• 1000:1 Static Contrast Ratio
• 178°/178° Viewing Angle
• HP DreamColor Engine
• Four USB 2.0 Ports (Integrated)
• DVI-I, Display Port 1.1, HDMI 1.3
• Anti-Glare/Anti-Static
• 30-Bit LCD Panel Technology
• Security Lock-Ready