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As the summer heat increases, Nikon Australia has decided to drop the prices for select DSLR cameras and NIKKOR lenses in their latest Cash Back promotion. Enjoy rebates as much as $300 until 30 April 2016 when you purchase the following products at authorised Nikon Australia dealers:

• D3300 DSLR - $50 cash back
  
• D5500 DSLR - $50 cash back
• AF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II - $100 cash back
• AF-S 70-200mm f/4G ED VR - $100 cash back
• AF-S 35mm f/1.4G - $150 cash back
• AF-S 58mm f/1.4G - $150 cash back
• AF-S 85mm f/1.4G - $150 cash back
• AF-S 16-35mm f/4G ED VR - $150 cash back
• AF-S 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6 ED VR - $150 cash back
• AF-S 24-120mm f/4G ED VR - $200 cash back
• AF-S 14-24mm f/2.8G ED - $300 cash back
• AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II - $300 cash back
  

Camera Warehouse is an authorised dealer of Nikon Australia. All of the products mentioned above come with 12 months Genuine Warranty plus another 12 months when the product is registered online. Take advantage of this cash back promotion now and let

Picture a fantastic scene by the beach. The sun is about the rise while the waves seem to be floating around water. Wouldn’t it be great to capture it in a photograph? However, the camera’s settings might not be enough to duplicate the drama of the view. To preserve or even enhance the image, you will need neutral density filters.

What is a Neutral Density filter?

It is a semi-transparent glass that can either be placed or screwed in front of the lens to obstruct a portion of incoming light but without affecting image contrast and sharpness. It comes in different sizes that fit various camera lens diameters. Although the image will look grey through the viewfinder, the output is impressive. Because of the reduced light, neutral density filters can trigger longer exposure times for dramatic effects such as softer water flow and emphasis on movement.

Aside from long exposure times, neutral density filters also account for a shallower depth of field which contributes to sharper subjects

Sigma has released a new firmware for both the 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Sport and Contemporary lenses. The algorithm of this new firmware claims to boost the AF speeds of both lenses by 20 to 50 percent thanks to the optimization of the Hyper Speed Motor drive control. However, the Sigma Optimization Pro Version 1.2 is needed to download the new firmware.

Meanwhile, those who own a Sigma USB Dock can also download the firmware granted that they have the Optimization Pro 1.2. Those who don''''t have a USB Dock can contact Sigma Imaging for details on how to download the firmware. You can download the Sigma Optimization Pro Version 1.2 here. You can also learn more about the Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM Sport here and the Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM Contemporary here.

With an advanced computer vision and sensing technology, the DJI Phantom 4 Quadcopter Video Camera is a worthy follow-up to the Phantom 3. It comes with an Obstacle Sensing System using two front sensors that scour for obstructions and directs the aircraft around it without deviating from its original direction. If it can’t go around or through, the Phantom 4 stops and the controller must redirect it or activate the Return to Home function to bring it back to its take-off point.

Likewise, you need not worry about tracking moving subjects such as runners or animals thanks to its ActiveTrack function. Through three-dimensional imagery, the Phantom 4 analyses how to keep the subject on frame even if it changes direction or form. Activating the ActiveTrack is as simple as tapping onto the subject via the connected DJI GO APP on a mobile device. The camera can also be moved around the subject and a pause button stops the tracking.

If you wish to learn the ropes in navigating the DJI

Aside from the three 1-“-type sensor cameras that they unveiled, Nikon is also adding three new cameras to their Coolpix line. Boasting super-long zoom lenses, they are capable of HD or 4K UHD video capture. Also, you can take clear images from afar with the 60x, 40x, and 35x zoom of the Coolpix B700, the Coolpix B500, and the Coolpix A900.

Common Features of the Coolpix B700, the Coolpix B500, and the Coolpix A900 Digital Cameras

These cameras are also equipped with Nikon Snapbridge which provides a Bluetooth Low Energy connection between the camera and a compatible mobile device to make image sharing faster and easier. Through SnapBridge, saving up to 20 GB worth of images is also possible through the Nikon Image Space cloud storage.

Meanwhile, the Nikon SnapBridge app embeds time and location details as well as photographer and copyright information. The app also makes the mobile device act as a remote control. The Coolpix cameras also have built-in Wi-Fi and Near Field Communication

Competitors should be warned that Nikon has entered the 1"-type premium compact digital camera market by unveiling three new models: the Nikon DL18-50, the Nikon DL24-85, and the Nikon DL24-500. These three cameras compensate for every focal length while their design and interface is reminiscent of Nikon''''s 1-series mirrorless cameras.

Common Features of the Nikon DL18-50, Nikon DL24-85, and the Nikon DL24-500

All three Nikon DL cameras have a 20.8MP 1"-type BSI CMOS sensor that works with the new EXPEED 6A image processor. This combination allows a top ISO of 12800 and 4K Ultra High Definition video recording at 30p or 25p. Likewise, the three premium compacts are equipped with Dual Detect Vibration Reduction that collates data from angular velocity sensors to minimize camera shake. The lenses are also coated with fluorine to keep them moist and oil-free.

The three cameras also have 3", 2037K-dot, tilting touchscreen LCDs. They are also fused with Wi-Fi with Near Field Communication

The much-awaited Pentax K-1 Full Frame DSLR, the first of its kind from Ricoh Imaging, is finally available for pre-order at Camera Warehouse for the retail price of $2849. As a bonus, we would like to sweeten the deal by offering a free SanDisk Extreme Pro SD Card 64 GB for the first 25 customers. ETA of the Pentax K-1 is late March.

$200 Deposit required to secure your pre-order

With a 36.4 Megapixel AA-Filter Less CMOS Sensor, the K-1 is capable of 1080p video capture at 30 fps and burst shooting of up to 4.4 fps. It is also the first full-frame camera with a variable angle touchscreen LCD and Crop Mode for APS-C photos. It also has 33 Autofocus points, a five-axis stabilisation system, a nearly 100% viewfinder, and dual SD card slots.

To pre-order, you can send an email to sales@camera-warehouse.com.au or call us at (02) 8021 3444. You can also visit us at 695A Princes Highway, Tempe, New South Wales, Australia. Take advantage of this great deal now and be one of the

Once again, 3D video is making waves due to its enhanced way of telling stories. Audiences feel like they are part of the action plus they get to see scenes even closer. However, there is another video format that can give 3D a run for their money: 360-degree video. With this innovation, viewers can see not just what’s in front but also what’s behind, what’s up, and what’s down.

This limitless form of video capture is set to revolutionize photography and videography because there are a variety of angles that an audience can see. As a 360-degree video plays, keyboard arrows can be used to manipulate what the viewer wants to watch. Aside from the main subject, the surrounding angles can be viewed too.

Imagine: you can drag around the video to see the competitors and the spectators at a horse race. You can navigate through footage of a roller coaster ride at better angles. The ability to explore makes it a more inclusive form of media. If 3D videos make you feel closer to the action, their

A much awaited upgrade from the EOS 70D, the Canon EOS 80D Digital SLR Camera is the first EOS device with continuous Autofocus from a Dual Pixel Autofocus camera during still live view shooting. Match this with its 45-point, all crossfire Autofocus module and you will get a fast and accurate AF even when switching between subjects. Aside from this, the other specs of the Canon 80D are impressive too.

Sporting a 24.2 Megapixel APS-C Sensor, the 80D captures exceptional image quality with its DIGIC 6 Image Processor. The same processor provides burst shooting of up to 7.5 fps and high light sensitivity when shooting in dark conditions. Speaking of light sensitivity, this Canon DSLR has an ISO range of 100-25600 which makes it perform well even in low-light conditions.

The cropping of photos in post-processing is also reduced by the nearly 100% optical viewfinder with 0.95x magnification. This feature also shows the AF points, the

It is as if Pentax directed a highly-anticipated movie for years. They have fine-tuned every detail before scheduling the premiere. They made sure that each part will contribute to a product worth waiting for. Finally, that masterpiece is here as the Pentax K-1 Full Frame DSLR Camera has been unveiled. Yes, the K-1 is the brand’s first Full Frame DSLR Camera. By glancing at its features, Pentax is swinging for the fences with this one.

Unique Features of the Pentax K-1 Full Frame DSLR Camera

As a highly anticipated product, the Pentax K-1 has a number of features that makes it worth the wait. Never before has a tilting LCD been fused with a full frame DSLR. Well, not until the K-1 has arrived. This camera boasts of a 3.2-inch, 1.04M-dot LCD screen that can be adjusted for up to 35 degrees horizontally and 44 degrees vertically. The screen also comes with a tempered-glass front panel for additional protection.