A Cosmic Odyssey – An Astrophotographer’s Journey

This amazing time-lapse video was made by Korean astro-photographer Kwon, O Chul. The video was made using Canon EOS 5D Mark II and Mark III [shoplink 2431](price & specs)[/shoplink]. The video was posted in the slrclub forums and was spotted by DicaHub.

The video was shot in these locations:

  • Dokdo island. 2013 : the eastern end of Korea
  • Baengnyeongdo island. 2011 : the western end of Korea. border between North and South Korea
  • Mount Halla. 2011 : the southen end of Korea
  • Mount Baekdu. 2010 : the north of Korea. border between China and North Korea
  • Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania. 2010 : near equator
  • Uluru, Australia. 2010 : the southern hemisphere
  • Pilbara, Australia. 2012 : the southern hemisphere
  • Yellowknife, Canada. 2009-2013 : near polar regions

It lasts 4:35 minutes and it is definitely worth to be seen.

[via DicaHub]

Canon Announces White EOS 100D (Rebel SL1) and EF-S 18-55mm IS STM Lens For the UK

White EOS 100D

Canon released the white Rebel SL1/EOS 100D with white 18-55mm IS STM lens for the European market. Availability from May 2014 and a price around £499/€599.

Canon press release:

Canon unveils white editions of EOS 100D and EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens

United Kingdom, 16 April 2014 – Canon today introduces a new white edition of the world’s smallest and lightest APS-C DSLR , the EOS 100D, as well as a new white version of its EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM zoom lens. Ideal for first time users looking to explore the world of DSLR photography, the new editions to the EOS range make it easy for anyone, whatever their skill level, to capture and relive special moments in stunning detail.

Measuring just 116.8 x 90.7 x 69.4mm, the EOS 100D is compact enough to always carry with you and features an 18 MP APS-C Hybrid CMOS AF II sensor and a range of simple controls and automatic shooting modes, making capturing stunning images and Full HD movies effortless. The incredibly lightweight and compact body provides a traditional DSLR shooting experience while the large 7.7cm (3.0”) ClearView II touch screen, makes it easy to adjust settings and review images straight after capture.

The white EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens is the perfect partner for the new EOS 100D, providing the flexibility to capture everyday subjects from sweeping landscapes to close-up portraits. An Optical Image Stabilizer ensures images are captured with impressive detail and clarity, while the near-silent STM technology also ensures noise is kept to a minimum whilst focusing in movies.

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Entries Invited For 2014 Canon Female Photojournalist Award

Canon Female Photojournalist Award

Canon Professional Network press release:

Canon France, in association with Images-Evidence, has announced that the 14th annual Canon Female Photojournalist Award is open until 26 May 2014 for submissions from female photojournalists of any age and nationality.

This year, for the first time, the award is supported by Elle Magazine and Canon France will grant the winning female photojournalist €8,000 to help her to continue and complete a photojournalistic project on a social, economic, political or cultural subject.

A jury made up of top photography and press professionals will select the winner in June. Entrants will be judged both upon the presentation of their project and their previous work. Among the selection criteria are the quality of the photographs, the journalistic thought processes and relevance of the chosen subject.

The award will be presented to the winner during the Professional Week (1-7 September 2014) of the 2014 Visa pour l’Image international festival of photojournalism in Perpignan, France, and the winning photojournalist will then continue with a project which will lead to an exhibition or screening at the Visa pour l’Image festival in 2015.

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Canon Master Guy Sebastian Captures Human Homelessness In Los Angeles

Canon Master Guy Sebastian walked through Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles to capture the humanity behind homelessness: Guy meets three of LA’s street people, and celebrates their character through three portrait photographs – their creativity, smile and majesty – regardless of whether they have a roof over their head.

Says Guy Sebastian:

I try to photograph humanity, powerful images that reflect the stories in people’s faces.

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The toughest thing about these portraits is that I don’t want to illustrate doom and gloom, or someone that is down and out. I want someone to look at these faces and wonder — not judge. It’s important.

People like that make my day. Meeting people and hearing their stories, looking at their faces, a shot like that can show so much without having to ask. There is always that one picture you get excited about.

Guy Sebastian’s work was done for the #CanonShine photography movement to show to millions of people what matters through images:

[via Canon Australia on YouTube]

Tamron 16-300mm Di II VC PZD MACRO Price Is $629, Pre-Order Available at Adorama

Tamron 16-300mm

The price for the TAMRON 16-300mm Di II VC PZD MACRO lens has been revealed, it’s $629. You can pre-order the super-zoom at Adorama (click here). Tamron offers a 6 years USA warranty and has a dedicated page for the 16-300mm.

Other mount types sell for the same price (see here).

Sample pictures, product description and specifications after the break.

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