The Broncolor Softbox System - New Softboxes and Octaboxes

New Softboxes and Octaboxes from Broncolor 

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Square, rectangular, as a strip or octagonal. The new Softboxes and Octaboxes from broncolor are optimised light shapers for precise lighting design in nine different shapes and sizes. 

These quality, high-performance light shapers extend your flash system and offer countless additional lighting effects. Three different diffusers enable a soft light with slight central emphasis through to perfectly homogeneous distribution over the entire area. Two diffusers are already included in the delivery, a third diffuser is available as an option. With a light grid, light control can be even more precise. With appropriate speedrings, Softboxes can also be used with flash units from other manufacturers as Profoto, Hensel, Elinchrom, Bowens, Multiblitz-Profilux/Varilux and for other camera

flash units.

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With the colour coding on the rear face of the speedrings, it is child’s play to quickly assemble any Softbox. broncolor offers for numerous different flash manufacturers speedrings so that any Softbox becomes independent of a particular system. 

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Two diffusers are included in the delivery of every Softbox. The third diffuser can be ordered separately. It has a distinct black border, which enables clean work with strongly reflective objects. The broncolor Softbox is then perfectly and uniformly illuminated over its entire surface. With an additional light grid for every Softbox, the radiation angle can be reduced, and so unwanted scattered light avoided. 

More information at www.broncolor.com

Sakar Mini Portable Lighting Studio PS-103

Sakar International, Inc., an over three decade-long brand in consumer electronics and the market leader for rechargeable batteries announced today the addition of new product from its Digital Concepts division: a Mini Portable Lighting Studio. The new Digital Concepts item will be introduced at the 2007 International CES, Las Vegas Convention Center, Booth #14938, January 8 – 11.

Sakar International’s new Mini Portable Lighting Studio is a complete lighting studio that is ideal for use with digital cameras. Following in the footsteps of last year’s very successful PS-101 Lighting Studio, the new – and considerably smaller - Mini Portable Lighting Studio caters to retailers with more limited shelf space. The retail box dimensions for the PS-101 were 17”x16.75”x3.5” vs. the new PS-103 9.5”x9.25”x3.75”. The Mini Studio features a light box with a two-sided background and is designed for easy set up, either on a tabletop or on the floor. The light box is made of a special woven, heat resistant nylon fiber mesh diffuser, which helps deliver uniform, illumination while eliminating reflective glare and harsh shadows. The dual sided background is made up of non-reflective polyester fabric. The Blue/Grey provides for contrast with either dark or light objects, as well as creates an infinite depth of field. The Portable Lighting Studio also comes with two high power 20-watt lamps that provide even color temperature and clarity. Each lamp is supported by retractable legs that allow for hand held use. The built-in carry case makes the lighting studio truly portable and is constructed of durable nylon material with three pockets to hold the lights and tripod, and a carry handle to make it convenient for traveling. The Mini Portable Lighting Studio is available for $79.99. Image (c) Sakar International - All rights reserved - http://www.sakar.com/

Introduction to Photographic Light

Steven Biver, Fil Hunter, Paul Fuqua, Light: Science and Magic. An Introduction to Photographic Lighting, Focal Press, 3rd edition, 2007, 320 p.

An amazing (and some would say magical) resource on photographic lighting that has been talked about in the community and recommended for years. This highly respected guide has been thoroughly updated and revised for content and design - it is now produced in full color! It introduces a logical theory of photographic lighting so if you are starting out in photography you will learn how to predict results before setting up lights. This is not primarily a how-to book with only set examples for you to copy. Rather, Light: Science and Magic provides you with a comprehensive theory of the nature and principles of light to allow you to use lighting to express your own creativity.

Steven Biver, Virginia, USA, Commercial photographer, former clients include Adobe, Mobil, Newsweek, Black and Decker

Paul Fuqua, Virginia, USA, started his own audiovisual production company in 1970. Dedicated to teaching through visuals, he has written and produced educational and training material in a variety of fields, including law, science, and nature. His photography takes him all over the world, but he makes his home in Arlington, VA.

Fil Hunter is a highly respected commercial photographer specializing in still life and special effects photographs for advertising and editorial illustration. During a career spanning over three decades, he has worked for such clients as America Online, US News, Time-Life Books, Life Magazine (27 covers), the National Science Foundation, and National Geographic. He has taught photography at the university level and has served as technical consultant on a number of photographic publications. Mr. Hunter has won the Virginia Professional Photographer's GraPhotographic Award three times. He lives in Alexandria, VA.

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Visatec Solo Kit 308 Photo Studio Flash

The kit contents can be individually customised to the photographer's needs, and expanded at any time. It is no bigger than a travel bag. The Visatec SOLO Kit 308 is based on the Visatec SOLO 800 B. Compare to the Solo Kits 108 and 208, the 308 is a more comprehensive for bigger jobs. It comprises three compact units with numerous accessories.

The most impressive features of the Visatec SOLO 800 B are its light output, stepless 3 f-stops output range, proportional halogen modelling light and built-in photocell. The patented bayonet allows reflectors to be quickly interchanged and rotated a full 360°; it will accept any of the wide assortment of Visatec light shapers.

The case keeps everything nicely organized, protects its valuable contents from damage and offers a studio or location flash system that is always ready for action.

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• Visatec Solo Kit 208 Photo Studio Flash [06-2000]
• Visatec Solo Kit 108 Photo Studio Light [06-2000]
• Visatec Solo 800 B Photo Studio Light [04-2000]