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"Technology to capture, create, and communicate." Welcome to the March 2009 Team Digital Newsletter. Highlights from this issue include: Nikon D3x Launch - A Hit with Perth Photographers
About 40 photographers attended the recent launch of Nikon’s latest flagship camera the D3x. Julie Kimpton Nikon’s Professional Products Manager was in town for the launch and soon dispelled any thoughts that the D3x was an up-specked D3.
“It is not a replacement or an upgrade but a new addition to the range,” insisted Julie, an assertion that soon became obvious as the D3x was put through its paces. Well known Bunbury professional photographer and long time Nikon convert Steve Lloyd Smith kindly loaned us his talents for the night using the Team Digital studio to great effect.
Competing for attention with Steve and the new Nikon was our lovely model Chloe and a simply gorgeous Triumph motorcycle courtesy of Lloyd Chapman Motor Cycles. The evening concluded with a shoot-out between the D3x and the D3 with a very clear points decision going to the new boy on the block. Some wine and cheese and what more could you ask. Thanks to everyone who attended and helped to make the night a success.
Elinchrom 500 RI – Tomorrow’s Features At Yesterday’s Prices The now superseded Elinchrom 400 FX two head flash kit sold for around $2,000 including GST. For around $2,300 you can now purchase the latest BX500Ri two head kit which offers not only more power but a level of sophistication more akin to the Elinchrom RX600 kit, an acknowledged benchmark in studio flash.
We know it’s a somewhat overused saying but we think that the term “more bang for your buck” must have been coined especially for the new Elinchrom BX 500 flash series, because that’s exactly what it delivers.
Has There Ever Been A Better Time To Buy Phase One?For a limited period the Australian dealer network backed by the Phase One factory in Denmark is offering a unique opportunity to professional photographers looking to take the next step in high-resolution image capture.
In the case of offer one the savings amount to in excess of $3,500 over the best bundle price. In the case of offer two, depending on the lenses chosen, the savings could be in excess of $12,000. With leasing rates at historical lows and the special 30% investment allowance currently on offer, now might just be the right time to take the plunge. Explore the possibilities further with one of our expert team members. $500 For Any Old Photographic BombIt might be in the bottom draw, it might be in the hall cupboard or perish the thought it might be out the back in the garden shed, but wherever it is hiding that old camera you were about to throw out has just become worth $500. For the month of March only, Team Digital are offering $500 on any old working camera as a trade in on a Canon 1D Mark111 or IDS MK111. Team Digital is committed to meeting the market on the pricing of all Canon professional bodies and lenses so come in and negotiate a great deal and we will give you an extra $500 for your old bomb. Colormunki – Profiling Made SimpleColomunki is an all-in-one profiling device for monitors and printers that has been designed for professionals and enthusiasts that need a more simplified approach to colour management. It is by far the simplest profiling system we have used with easy to follow editing procedures.
But the all-in-one concept doesn’t stop there. Colormunki will give you fast and accurate projector profiles and you can share your images with confidence using DigitalPouch, a self-executable application that checks for “Viewsafe” conditions on the receiver side. All this might sound expensive but in our view it isn’t. Contact one of the sales team who will be happy to demo Colomunki and give you our best deal. Canon User Group (CUG) Kicks Off In MarchTeam Digital and Canon have been in discussions for some time about the merits of forming a Canon User Group here in Perth. We are pleased to announce that this is about to become a reality with our first event to kick off in March 2009. The overriding objective of CUG is to form a community of Canon users in WA who would benefit from closer links with Canon and from association with one another. The aim would be to provide a range of benefits that would help members to gain added benefit and enjoyment from their investment in Canon Photographic equipment. These benefits could take many forms but might typically include some of the following:
Team Digital’s role in CUG would be that of facilitator in WA and we would act as a link between the group and Canon. Membership would be free as would most of the events being planned. On occasions there may be a nominal charge where abnormal expenditure is incurred or in the case of more extensive activities. The first two events have been scheduled as follows.
Please call 9328 3377 for more information regarding these activities or to sign up for CUG membership. ADOBE CS4 Upgrades - Beat the Price Rise!
Adobe Australia have announced price rises of up to 40% across their range of CS4 upgrades. You can choose to upgrade from:
If you have been been putting off your upgrade to CS4 make the effort to get your order in to Team Digtial now, and beat the March 31st 2009 deadline! To see more details on your upgrade options visit Adobe's Website. New Team Digital Video Demo StockFollowing our appointment as a Sony Broadcast Reseller, Team Digital has expanded its demonstration stock to include some of the latest in their range of Professional HDV cameras. HVR-V1P For documentary, low budget cinema and TV, the V1P produces exceptional quality HDV images in a compact body, at a very reasonable price. Sony’s fixed lens V1P expanded Sony’s already impressive line up of compact Professional HDV camcorders. Adopting the HDV 1080i format and including features such as 24p progressive recording, 2 channel XLR microphone inputs and a 20x Zeiss Vario-Sonnar lens, the V1P offers outstanding functionality.
HVR-Z7P For us the Z7P is the best value for money, handheld HDV video camera on the market. With an interchangeable lens system, a Zeiss 12x HD Lens as standard, a 1/3-inch, 3 CMOS sensor system, the step up to the Z7P allows for superior image control, quality and colour.
As well as native progressive recording, the Z7P comes with Sony’s MRC1 recording unit as standard. The camera-mounted unit allows for direct, on button sync recording to a compact flash card in the HDV/DVCAM & DV formats. Non-linear workflow is a breeze with the unit, which also allows for synchronous master back up to tape. Couple that with the supplied ECM-XM1 microphone offers professional quality sound meaning that this camera is good to go, straight out of the box! PMW-EX3 The PMW-EX3 truly offers features way beyond it’s price tag, this camera provides the perfect tool for low cost studio and ENG work, with all the benefits of the file based workflow. Born from the HD & XDCAM factory, this is the first in what will be a long line of solid-state memory recorders. Truly tapeless, this camera utilises SxS ExpressCards, recording up to 70 minutes of footage onto a 16GB card, which slip simply and painlessly into and Express Card slot on the side of a MAC or PC laptop. Sony’s Exmor CMOS censors provide reduced noise, heat and power consumption, all the while the 3 ½ inch 2.2 mega pixel, 1920 x 1080 sensors are capable capturing full 1920 X 1080 HD progressive and interlaced switchable signals.
All of these Sony cameras are available as for demonstration, so why not pop in and have a test drive of of a top-of-line HDV camera. Fine Art Metals Offer Exciting New Opportunities
We have just received samples of a range of fine art digital imaging materials that should have artists and photographers positively salivating. The Fine Art series comprises aluminium and gold-coated aluminium sheets with a inkjet receptive coating, a unique substrate that results in a clear crisp image with a beautifully luminous background. Fine Art Metals comes in thicknesses of 0.30mm and 0.51mm and a variety of sizes up to 20’ x 36” Finishes include Brushed Silver, Matte Silver, Satin Silver, Satin White and Satin Gold, most of which have an adhesive backing. A great way to experiment is with the Sampler set that contains five different finishes, four of 0.30mm thickness and one of 0.51mm. Most Epson models are compatible with the fine art metals range but if you have a printer that incorporates a J-curve path you will need to check for suitability. Contact Epson 7900 & 9900 - Bonus Extended Warranty
For a limited time Epson are offering a bonus Two-Year extended warranty on the new range of 10-colour HDR wide-format printers. These new warranties will be available on all Epson Stylus Pro 7900 & 9900 purchased from 12th February till 31st March, 2009. Making it a good time to upgrade your wide-format printing capability. EIZO FlexScan S2242W
Ever wanted a 24" LCD display but could only fit a 21"-22" display into a tight workspace? The new FlexScan S2242W sports the resolution of a 24" wide-format display in a 22" size. View all the data you desire, sit closer to the display, or just fit your display of choice onto that small work surface. With an impressive 1920 x 1200 native resolution, a wide colour gamut and a very reassuring Eizo 5-year warranty, the S2242W is a great investment. You can see the S2242W will be on display, in the Team Digital showroom, from mid-March. 30% Investment Allowance A Timely BonusThe government’s temporary 30% investment allowance represents a unique opportunity for Photographers, Graphic Designers and Printers who are considering investing in new equipment over the coming months. The allowance gives a “one off tax deduction” equal to 30% of the capital cost of eligible equipment and is in addition to the normal depreciation that can be claimed. Eligible equipment is loosely defined as new tangible assets purchased for use in Australia for which a depreciation deduction is allowable. The key points are:
There has never been a more critical time to position your business for the future and if investing in new equipment can make your business leaner and fitter then it probably deserves serious consideration. With interest rates at 40 year lows, an extra 30% tax deduction makes it a good time to act. Trade-Ins Welcome At Team DigitalTeam Digital is actively seeking good quality used Nikon and Canon camera bodies and lenses. If you are looking to upgrade your existing equipment we will pay fair market price for your good condition trade. Combine that with historically low interest rates and Kevin Rudd’s “One-off 30% investment allowance” now is an excellent time to invest in the future of your business. If you are looking for some 'pre-loved' equipment just take a look at the current Bargains on our website. New Course Roll Out Increases Focus On TrainingAt Team Digital we have worked hard over the summer months to develop a new suite of training courses designed specifically to meet the needs of our client base. In particular we have focussed on the day-to-day demands being placed on Professional Photographers and Graphic designers as well as providing the opportunity for imaging enthusiasts to further build on their skills. The new courses being offered are not “out of the box” courses but tailored courses that concentrate on the key elements of each topic. New Courses commencing March 2009:
Current Training ScheduleMake sure you are getting the most out of your time and software. Hone your skills at Team Digital's Training Centre. Click on a course to register. Blackboard Specials For March 09 NEW:
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