The TIPA Design Award goes to innovative products that combine form and function in new and unique ways, and that is why we choose CASIO EXILIM TRYX EX-TR100. Offering ‘freestyle’ shooting, the Casio can be used equally well by right and left-handed photographers and can be oriented any which way. The 21mm wide angle lens … Read more
Photoshop plug-ins take away some of the most labour-intensive photo manipulations and replace them with an easier to use ?script?, or presets. Nik plug-ins go one step further and provide the user with a unique ‘U-Point’ technology, allowing for customisation of individual image parameters. And all presets can be further customised to each photographer?s taste. … Read more
This premium, state-of-the-art, telephoto zoom lens provides users of full-frame and APS-C format digital SLR cameras with a myriad of features that make it stand out in the telephoto zoom class. Built to exacting SP (Super Performance) standards, it features the first-ever Tamron USD (Ultrasonic Silent Drive) for enhanced auto-focusing speed and responsiveness. To assist … Read more
The Epson Perfection V330 Photo scanner features an impressive 4800 x 9600 dpi optical resolution, four customisable buttons for easy one-touch operation, a built-in transparency unit for scanning film, and a 180-degree lid for scanning oversized objects. The scanner uses ReadyScan LED Technology for faster scan speeds, no warm-up time and lower power consumption. Epson’s … Read more
The Nikon COOLPIX P300 is a stylish compact camera with a remarkably powerful f/1.8 lens, starting at 24mm (35mm equivalent) with 4.2x optical zoom. High Refraction Index glass further ensures sharp images with high contrast. Combined with its powerful 12.2 Megapixel back-illuminated CMOS sensor, this camera gives excellent image quality even in dim lighting conditions. … Read more
Members of TIPA were struck by the versatility of the Vanguard Auctus Plus tripod, which makes it equally suitable for both studio and outdoor use. It incorporates a dual-function wheel gear that adjusts central column height securely while supporting heavy gear; solid, sealed leg locks; All-terrain Feet that convert from anti-rust spikes to angled, textured … Read more
This 13-inch wide printer seems designed for the enthusiast photographer who wants to make prints to show and share. The unit features high-capacity cartridges, networking and wireless connectivity, plus what Epson dubs Advanced Media Handling, which in practice means ease and convenience for the printmaker. We were very impressed by the black and white output … Read more
The Nikon D7000 impressed us as the definition of a state-of-the-art DX-format DSLR (APS-C size) with a 16.2 MP CMOS sensor, six frames-per-second framing rate for up to 100 shots and full 1080p HD movies with full-time AF. With twin SD card slots, a 100% viewfinder and bright 3-inch LCD for Live View operation, the … Read more
The ergonomic Vanguard Skyborne backpacks provide generous space for cameras and lenses and numerous pockets for small accessories. Its cleverly designed bottom and top access points enable the user to go from travelling to shooting mode in just a few seconds, without having to remove the backpack from ones body. The shoulder straps are angled … Read more
The 4900 impressed us as a unit that has wide appeal to serious fine art, studio and commercial photographers with controls that allow even those without print shop experience to get the most from it. This versatile wide format 17-inch sheet and roll printer features an external rotary cutter and an LCD panel for ink, … Read more