Sealux today unveiled an underwater housing for Panasonic camcorders. Dubbed as the Sealux HSD300, the case is usable at depths of up to 90 meters under water. With the application of the case, the Panasonic camcorders can still record videos in HDV and DV quality in the 16:9 or 4:3 formats and HD photos of up to 10.6 megapixels. Panasonic camcorders compatible with the Sealux HSD300 casing include the HDC-SD300 and HDC-HS300. The Panasonic Sealux underwater housings will be released in July 2010. The price ranges from $209.84 to $249.95, depending on the model. [Press Release]
Think Tank has announced the Think Tank Urban Disguise 70 Pro Shoulder Bag, which is ideal for traveling photographers and provides the necessary protection for expensive photography equipments. The bag features secret pockets, stretch pockets, a business card slot, a rear-zippered pocket, and a shoulder harness. It can also be easily attached to rolling bags, particularly for the traveling paparazzi. The Think Tank Urban Disguise 70 Pro Shoulder Bag retails for $189 a pop. [Press Release]
After releasing the Distagon T* 2/28 With EF Bayonet, Carl Zeiss comes back with the new Distagon T* 2/35 ZE. The wide-angle Distagon T* 2/35 ZE is compatible with all analog and digital Canon EOS cameras. Its classic 35 mm focal length is particularly well-suited for advertising, travel and nature photography as it captures dynamic perspectives with high depth of focus and few distortions. The Distagon T* 2/35 ZE will be released in October 2009 for €755,50 (excluding VAT) or around $110. [dcview]
Carl Zeiss today introduced the new Distagon T* 2,8/21 with EF Bayonet mount. The wide-ange lens fits all analogue and digital EOS camera models. It is perfect for architectural and landscape photography. The lens’s floating elements design also guarantees high imaging performance, from close-ups to infinity. The Distagon T* 2,8/21 ZE will be available in Autumn 2009 for a suggested retail price of €1.549 ($2.262). [Carl Zeiss]
The BodyGuard Pro is a neoprene suit that will protect your DSLR camera from small knocks and bangs without removing the lens. It is great for camera body protection when you are not breaking down your gear but stowing it temporarily. This camera body cover is perfect for use with most of Canon and Nikon DSLRs. Available in Black, Forest Green, Realtree Max4 HD, Realtree Hardwoods Snow, and Army Digital Camo, the BodyGuard Pro retails for $28.95 each. [Adorama]
Lowepro recently unveiled the old Magnum AW series that promises to be the perfect companions for every photographic expedition. The retouched series now features one-piece foam framed interiors, fully padded adjustable inserts, removable accessory pocket and an exclusive Lowepro molded base for stability and water-resistance. The Magnum 200 AW and 400 AW can carry a Pro-DSLR with lens attached and 3-4 spare lenses plus accessories. The Magnum 650 AW can hold up to 2 Pro-DSLR’s with 8-10 spare lenses and has a padded notebook sleeve. Read more info on the Lowepro site. [Product Page]
