March 2016 – Canon unveils a new entry-level EOS DSLR – the EOS 1300D. An ideal introduction to DSLR photography, the EOS 1300D includes Wi-Fi and Dynamic NFC to make sharing simpler than ever, alongside a range of improved features to help you take impressive, creative photos and movies. With an 18 megapixel sensor and responsive handling, the EOS 1300D is the perfect camera for capturing images with a distinct look and feel that are immediately shareable.

Capture quality in every shot -For photographs that stand out from the crowd, the EOS 1300D includes Canon’s DIGIC 4+ processor and a large APS-C sized, 18 megapixel sensor, letting you capture intricate detail and the diversity of colour in every scene. If you want to shoot scenes where people and items pop from blurred background, the
EOS 1300D’s shallow depth of field capabilities deliver just that. From close up nature shots, portraits and full cityscapes, the camera helps you create original photographs you’ll want to share, wherever you find yourself. With more than 80 EF lenses and a range of other accessories to choose from, the EOS 1300D is a versatile DSLR that delivers the results you want today and flexibility for the future.

Learn, grow and take control  - DSLR photography can be daunting for beginners, but with the EOS 1300D even first timers can take stunning quality photos straight out of the box. Scene Intelligent Mode puts the camera in full control and chooses the right setting for you – or with a twist of the mode dial you can opt for a shooting mode designed for specific subjects, such as the new Food mode. Responsive Auto Focus through the viewfinder ensures even moving subjects remain in focus, helping you shoot action scenes at three frames per second. For fun, unique creations you can also apply a series of Creative filters, such as Toy camera and Fish-eye. As your photography skills progress you can take advantage of semi-automatic or full manual control modes. With the ability to choose your own creative settings, from aperture, shutter speed and ISO between 100 and 6,400 – which is expandable to ISO 12,800, the camera gives you the freedom to learn and shoot your favourite moments even as the light fades. For professional-looking footage, you can capture every detail in Full HD quality, thanks to the large sensor, and shoot with a shallow depth of field to add a cinematic flare to your home and holiday movies. The camera offers the same manual control in movie mode as in stills. Using Video Snapshot mode you can also record a series of short clips, which can be automatically joined together in a slick video sequence that shows a summary of your day.

Share, store and rediscover - The EOS 1300D includes NFC and a host of new Wi-Fi connectivity features to help you store and share your photos on the go. Using NFC you can simply tap to connect to compatible Android smart devices and transfer your photos, or shoot remotely using Canon’s Camera Connect App. Ensuring all of your precious memories are stored safely is a must – with built-in Wi-Fi you can upload directly from your camera^[i] to a range of cloud services, including irista from Canon, and create online galleries ready for sharing with loved ones. You can also connect the EOS 1300D to a Canon Connect Station CS100 for simple photo storage and sharing options.

EOS 1300D key features:

-Take distinctive photos that set you apart

-Easily connect and share your images with the world

-Explore your creativity in photos and movies

-Capture stunning detail with confidence

-Start you photographic journey with Canon

Pricing and availability - The EOS 1300D is available from early April with the following RRPs:

-BEOS 1300D body only €399.99

-EOS 1300D + EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 DCIII kit - €459.99

-EOS 1300D + EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II kit - €519.99

Manfrotto  world leader in the photography imaging equipment and accessories industry – Showcase full range at Photofest Ireland 17^th the April

LYKOS, Daylight and BiColor version, guarantees the highest illuminance in compact size and is the best solution for the photographer and videographer on the go who needs a lightweight light source.  LYKOS LED panels, powered by Litepanels, is part of the new Manfrotto LED lights ready to use.

POWERFUL LIGHT - LYKOS, portable and compact light, is designed to meet the needs of demanding professionals. With its very powerful light is capable to 1600lux and the light output exists in two versions. LYKOS Daylight is centered at 5600K and LYKOS BiColor is provided with the possibility to change color temperature from warm white (3000K) to cold white (5600K). A color LCD display on the back of the unit allows the easy monitoring of the functions.  LYKOS LED light, thanks to the new generation SMT technology, ensures long LED life, energy efficiency, consistent color reproduction and flicker-free functionality. This light can be operated by L-Type Li-ion batteries or, alternatively, by mains through the AC adaptor included.

SMART CONNECTION - All units are “Bluetooth-ready”. Optional Bluetooth dongle transforms LYKOS in a smart device and permits remote control through a downloadable iPhone App or via Digital Director App. Controllable functions are On/Off switch, dimming 0-100 percent, color temperature regulation, grouping of lights, recall of previously stored scene settings and new features will be soon implemented. Manfrotto LYKOS and Litepanels Astra will embed a compatible wireless technology: it will be possible to control both through the same app.

LYKOS pack includes Ball head, gel diffuser (and for the Daylight version gel filters), plugs for different countries.  Moreover, Manfrotto offers LYKOS Softbox, a perfect optional accessory to be used in combination with LYKOS LED panels. It creates a beautifully soft lighting, softening shadows in the images. It can be set up in seconds without any tools and the diffuser film is specifically designed for LED Lighting and reduces the light output by 1,3 f-stops.

The new portable LYKOS LED panels are on the top position in Manfrotto LED units. A powerful, efficient and smart device ready to use for professional photographer and videographer.

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Manfrotto world leader in the photography imaging equipment and accessories industry – At Photofest the new generation compact LED lights for professional and advanced hobbyist videographers and photographers.

CROMA2, MICROPRO2 and SPECTRA2 offer the latest LED technology available (SMT - Surface Mount Technology) in a portable size, which guarantees images with perfect color rendition and improved optical efficiency.  These on-camera LED panels, powered by Litepanels, are part of the new Manfrotto LED lights ready to use. Products will be on sale starting from the middle of November 2015.

CROMA2 AND MICROPRO2: COMPACT NEW LED TECHNOLOGY - New range with the same design, the SMT LED panels embed innovative lenses, which have been specifically created for high efficiency and CRI (Color Rendering Index). The intensity of the LED devices can be controlled, CROMA2 up to 900lux and MICROPRO2 up to 940lux. Color temperature in CROMA2 can be regulated from 3100K to 5600K, which makes this device the perfect versatile LED panel to match the existing ambient lighting. MICROPRO2 is Daylight 5600K and permits the color correction thanks to diffuser and gel filter included in the pack. CROMA2 and MICROPRO2 operate on six AA standard batteries, from mains through the included AC adaptor or on L-Type Li-ion batteries through the included battery adaptor. Compact and powerful, they can be used both on camera (thanks to the included ball-head) as well as for off camera use.

SPECTRA2: MINI BUT POWERFUL - The most compact LED Panel in the professional range: high efficiency in the palm of your hand. SPECTRA2 features the state-of-the-art LED SMT technology, which guarantees images with perfect color rendition and flicker-free functionality.  SPECTRA2 is perfect for on camera use with the included new ball-head, as well as for off camera use.

The LED device is capable to emit 650lux, dimmable, and it provides a further increase in the light output thanks to the boost mode (+50%). The color temperature of LED Panel is Daylight 5600K but it can be changed thanks to diffuser and filter gel, in standard equipment needs.

SPECTRA2 can operate on six AA standard batteries and offers, as optional, AC or L-Type Li-ion batteries adaptors.  These new powerful and compact Manfrotto LED lights guarantee best performance with a high quality light to create professional video and for photographers too. CROMA2, MICROPRO2 and SPECTRA2 represent the top range of on-camera units.

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Manfrotto world leader in the photography imaging equipment and accessories industry – At Photofest the new D1 Drone Backpack

The first all-in-one carry system in a brand-new range of products designed to carry a quadcopters like DJI Phantom 4 and its remote controls as well as DSLR camera, laptop and tripod. It is engineered to offer maximum protection, comfort and lightness: key features of all Manfrotto Bags.

Aviator Collection - This new product is part of the Aviator Collection and is dedicated to professional and advanced photographers and videographers looking for an excellent solution to carry their flying cameras, mount them quickly and change location fast.

3 key features - This backpack safely carries a quadcopter with its remote control and all its accessories as well as a camera and a tripod. A single bag that is the perfect tool for shooting videos with drones but also for capturing backstage scenes with a tripod-mounted camera.   It is perfect for quickly change location. With its propellers mounted, the drone safely attaches onto the  outside of the pack by simply opening the front zip, making it very easy to quickly get out or put away when necessary. The camera stays safely inside and the propellers fit outside the bag. The backpack also features an internal laptop and media compartment, enabling users to organise their work and share it right away.

With the new All-in-One Drone Backpack by Manfrotto, you can rely on an efficient backstage at hand wherever you go!

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The three new Products are:  the New Skyport Plus Transmitter,  the New Skyport Plus Reciever and the New Protec Location Bag

Elinchrom Pioneered the integration of Radio Receivers into their Flash heads a number of years ago and have led the way by integrating power control and more recently Hi-Sync technology into their heads and Transmitters.   Elinchrom launch the third generation Skyport Transmitter and Universal Receivers. The Receiver and Transmitters can be ordered individually or in kits.

The Elinchrom Skyport Plus Transmitter - This new transmitter will replace the Skyport Speed Transmitter. It's robust build, increased range (200m) and wide channel coverage (16 channels, 4 groups) are sure to appeal to all photographers. Powered by 2 AA batteries, replacements are easily located wherever you are in the world. The Skyport Transmitter Plus features a new robust metal hotshoe.

The Elinchrom Skyport Plus Receiver - Partnering the new transmitter, this replaces the Skyport Speed Universal Receiver. Again it has a robust build and increased range of channels. The built in hotshoe means you can now mount it directly to a speedlite, no cables or adapters required. This will enable Photographers to mix-n-match Speedlights with their Elinchrom heads and have the benefit of a single trigger controlling everything. Where the old receiver used a built in battery and wall charger, the new one takes AA batteries, a feature many customers have requested. The new receiver will be available on its own and in a kit with the transmitter.

The Elinchrom ProTec Location Bag - Elinchrom’s latest bag is designed for the photographer on the go. Quality and craftsmanship is featured throughout as the ProTec Location bag can be customised to fit photographer’s equipment needs while enabling quick and secure transportation. This case is an ideal fit for portable flash solutions such as the ELB 400 or previous Quadra series, and now comes included in all ELB 400 sets.

Compact Flash Kit Reconfiguration - As part of the release of the new Skyport Plus system, all Elinchrom mains powered flash kits have been reconfigured to now include the Skyport Plus Transmitter. In addition to this, Softbox kits now include 1x Portalite 66cm Square and 1x 56cm Octa, plus a Translucent Deflector to offer the customer more creative versatility.   To simplify the offering, two sets have been permanently discontinued from the D-Lite RX range, and one each from the BRX and ELC Pro HD ranges.   These changes, coupled with the introduction of the 2 YEAR WARRANTY, make Elinchrom compact “To Go” sets the most versatile and reliable lighting packages on the market. See below for the full list of new kit configurations.

ELB Kit Reconfiguration - As with the compact sets, the ELB 400 To Go Sets have also been revamped to include the brand new Skyport Plus Transmitter (Pro & Action sets only). Please note, the Basic HS sets do not come with any transmitter, but we have created kits which retail at €1,999 with the New Skyport HS transmitters for Canon & Nikon, so your customer can choose between the Nikon and Canon versions of the Skyport Plus HS Transmitter. To make the kits more portable than ever they all also now include the brand new ProTec Location Bag, and the very useful Quadra 18cm Reflector, which will give you an extra stop of light efficiency and accepts Elinchrom 18cm grids (sold separately).  You will also notice that kit prices no longer vary between the head types (Action / Pro / Hi-Sync). This has been done to focus the customer decision on suitability rather than price, as each Quadra head type has it’s own unique benefits. For more info on Quadra head features, please read this informative article HERE.

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As we continue bringing you new products, bigger savings and even more additions, we’ve added two NEW products to our collection – See all at Photofest!

Both the Art Panel and Art Panel Multi are the improved and new successors to our current Art Panel.  The introduction of our NEW Art Panel Multi heralds a move from single panels to your choice of up to five grouped Art Panels in a single Wall Product

Printing Process - Each new panel is photographically printed on Fuji DP2 paper, providing maximum contrast and offering the highest quality of products that are more cost-effective than ever before.  Every print is laminated and comes with a Satin finish, UV protection and an unmatched longevity ensuring every Art Panel will stand the test of time

Finishing details - The Art Panel and Art Panel Multi come with an industry-leading black edge band around the edges of the panels providing a subtle finished seal

Our new Art Panel and Art Panel Multi come with a metal plate fixing which allows you or your client to hang the Wall Product effortlessly. The panels also come with black rubber bumpers attached to each corner to ensure it sits evenly on the wall

Art Panel Multi - Create your own original Art Panel Multi with our various layout options and sizes.  With your choice of two, three, four or five panels to create your Art Panel Multi, there are a vast array of different combinations to choose from that are sure to suit both you and your clients.

Each layout is available in three sizes: Small, Medium and Large.

40% OFF all Art Panel Samples

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Visit our Stand and see our genuine Special Offers for Professional Photographers and Album Designers

VIP ACCOUNT  - 15% Off on all our Products for life.  Discount will be automatically assigned to your account when a value of all your orders exceeds 2,000 euro in total - Offer available for Professional Account holders only.

SAMPLE ALBUMS - 50% Off on all Sample Products - Sample Photo Albums, Photo Books and Album Boxes can be purchased just like regular orders.

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Visit our extensive-impressive stand and product range at this year’s Photofest Ireland on Sunday 17^th April  

LUMIX is Panasonic's brand of digital cameras, ranging from pocket point-and-shoot models, camcorders to mirrorless compact system cameras (CSC) or DSLM's. Our compact digital cameras DMC-LC5 and DMC-F7, were the first products of the LUMIX series, released in 2001. Many LUMIX models are fitted with Leica lenses jointly developed by Panasonic and Leica Camera AG. Most of our LUMIX cameras use differing releases of the Panasonic Venus Engine for digital image processing; the original version in 2002. LUMIX is also the  first brand to launch mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras in 2008. And in 2014, we were the first to introduce 4K Photo/Video which provides 30fps and more recently releasing "Post Focus," which can capture up to 49 points of focus in a single burst.

We're for progress. Not just baby steps but giant leaps forward. Always with a singular focus - to make it easier for every photographer. From social shooters to fanatical film makers to take better images and movies. We believe cameras should free your creativity, not weigh you down, tie you down or hold you back. But let you capture and share the world the way you see it. We are LUMIX G. We are changing photography.

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Source the Photographic Review Magazine – Spring Issue now available – And meet the Editors for Submission Opportunities!

Source is published by Photo Works North in co-operation with the Gallery of Photography Ireland - the purpose, to promote photography in the North & South of Ireland.  It is available in Ireland, the UK, Europe, USA, Canada, Japan, Australia, New Zealand and Sweden.  Source is a leading magazine for contemporary photography in Ireland and the UK.  Source publishes the most innovative contemporary photographic work alongside well informed critical debate on photographic culture. Each issue includes major commissioned essays by leading writers in the field, reviews of the most important photographic exhibitions taking place in Ireland and Britain, book reviews from a wide range of national and international publishers and a topical news section. This is combined in a magazine with excellent production values.

To read these articles in full, subscribe to Source magazine.

Log onto website below, and follow the links to the 'subscription' section.

Available in Eason's, most bookstores and Galleries - Price 6.00GBP

In addition - As part of research for future issues Source Magazine will be organising meetings with photographers to find out about their new photographic work. The meetings are an opportunity to directly introduce a new piece of work to one of the editors. This is one way Source finds new work for publication in the 'portfolio pages' section of Source Magazine.  DATE Saturday 30th April in partnership with the Gallery of Photography, Dublin. Submission Process to take part http://www.source.ie/main/submissions.html SUBMISSION DEADLINE 5.00pm Friday 15th April 2016.

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Submission deadline: April 18th 2016

Submissions are being sought from photographers, aged 18 and over, of all nationalities living in Ireland and Northern Ireland, to enter a national and international photography competition.

Photographers must not be professional and therefore make a living exclusively from photography.

The theme of the competition is “Objectif Sport!” - The panel will only consider submissions relating to this theme. Participants must portray their country’s most representative sport and through photography depict the essential values of this sport. The photographs are to portray its rules and customs, showing it as a vital part of the culture of the community in which it has a strong social role with an emphasis on tolerance, social inclusion and team cohesion.

Submissions should include:

-3-5 images maximum of exhibition-ready artworks, submitted on an appropriate medium (paper, CDs, DVDs, etc.)

-Personal statement (max. 100 words)

-Contact details (including email and phone number etc.)

-If the photographs are on paper (reference of the film, make and Iso speed)

Entrants will be eligible for two prizes:   The Alliance Francaise Dublin (Prize for Ireland) - A shortlist of possible candidates will be chosen by the photography advisory panel and the Alliance Francaise public. The general public will also have a vote through voting ballots available in the gallery. The shortlisted artists will exhibit their work in the Alliance Francaise gallery from April 25th April. All selected artists must be ready to hang their work by April 25th. The overall winner will be entered into the Fondation Alliance Francaise Competition and will be announced by Philippe Milloux, Director of the Alliance Francaise later on in May 2016.  Also a return flight to Paris (at a time of your choice) -  In addition, if the winner is not already a French speaker, the prize will include a French course at the Alliance Francaise Dublin, worth €189, together with complimentary access to our Library for one year.

Full details HERE!

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Titled: ‘RELATIVE’ - to commemorate the 1916 Fourcourts Volunteers and their relatives

Photographer Steve Mc Cullagh, curated by The Complex

Commissioned in partnership with the Law Society of Ireland

The exhibition will be launched on Thursday 24^th March 2016 in the Blue Room, The Law Society of Ireland, Blackhall Place, Dublin 7, from 6 to 8 pm, by Brid Smith, TD for Dublin South Central, who has taken part in the exhibition.

“Paddy Holohan, grandson of Patrick Holohan, one of the volunteer leaders, contacted The Complex to collaborate on an artistic piece for the relatives of the 1916 Fourcourts Volunteers. We responded with this concept of photographs, showing a living relative alongside a volunteer, revealing the emancipation of the living relative, achieved by the brave actions of the volunteer. It was generously commissioned in partnership with the Law Society of Ireland”. Vanessa Fielding, Artistic Director, the Complex.

“The location of the exhibition is significant to the Rising. On Easter Monday 1916, Commandant Edward Daly mustered the 1st Battalion of the Irish Volunteers at Blackhall Street. They proceeded to occupy key buildings and construct barricades to control the streets west of O'Connell Street. Their centre of operations was Church Street and over three hundred Irish Volunteers, Cumann na mBan and Fianna Eireann took part. Some of the fiercest fighting of the Easter Rising took place along North King Street with many British, rebel and civilian casualties. The rebels surrendered at the Four Courts on Saturday 29th under the instruction of Patrick Pearse. A company of men separated from the main battalion surrendered on Sunday 30th.” Paddy Holohan.

The exhibition will run from March until December 2016.

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