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From Micron:

Crucial Expands Portable SSD Portfolio, Unveiling Revolutionary New Storage Architecture

Crucial X9 Pro and X10 Pro Portable SSDs Unlock Storage Performance to Dramatically Improve Workflow Processes for Content Creators

BOISE, Idaho, July 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Micron Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: MU), today announced the Crucial® X9 Pro Portable SSD and Crucial X10 Pro Portable SSD, two new performance offerings in the Crucial Pro Series product portfolio, designed for content creators such as photographers, videographers, designers, or any performance-seeking consumer. Both drives utilize Micron TLC NAND and leverage a revolutionary single-ASIC portable storage architecture to enable a breakthrough, ultra-compact, lightweight form factor and allows Micron to ship the most capacity per square millimeter in the industry¹. With either the Crucial X9 Pro and X10 Pro, users can safely store, transport and backup important videos, photos, files and more on the go, without cloud or internet access at lightning-fast speeds.

“We recognize that fast, efficient workflow processes are essential to the success of videographers, photographers and other content creators,” said Jonathan Weech, senior director of product marketing for Micron’s Commercial Products Group. “We designed and built our two new portable SSDs, the Crucial X9 Pro and the Crucial X10 Pro, to specifically address these demanding workloads. With more photos and videos being taken than ever before, consumers are looking for ways to save, preserve and protect their digital lives reliably and quickly. These two new Crucial Pro Portable SSDs are a great choice for anyone who needs dependable, fast, high-capacity storage.”

Real speed. Raw power. Crucial X10 Pro Portable SSD

The Crucial X10 Pro Portable SSD, the fastest external SSD offered to date by Micron, delivers sequential read/write speeds up to 2,100MB/s and 2,000MB/s respectively² and up to 4TB of space³. Creative professionals can transfer 1TB of data in under nine minutes⁴, dramatically improving video editing workflow efficiencies. The Crucial X10 Pro can connect directly to a laptop or workstation via the provided USB-C cable5 to blaze through multi-camera timelines and users can even edit, trim and render directly from the drive. Both water and dust resistant (IP55)⁶, the Crucial X10 Pro works with Windows, Mac, Android, game consoles and more right out of the box⁷.

Powerful performance. Broad compatibility. Crucial X9 Pro Portable SSD

With space to store thousands of photos, files and videos, the Crucial X9 Pro Portable SSD provides the speed required to organize, curate, edit and retouch photos quickly. Photographers can accelerate their workflow with powerful performance and storage capacity, as the Crucial X9 Pro provides sequential read and write speeds up to 1,050MB/s² and is available in sizes up to 4TB³. The Crucial X9 Pro is plug-and-play ready with a USB-C connection⁵ and works with Windows, Mac, Android devices7 and more. Its diminutive size of 65 x 50 millimeters provides palm-sized portability and weighs only 38 grams.

Micron + Adobe: Accelerating the pace of content creation.

Micron has collaborated with Adobe to provide a one-month Creative Cloud All Apps plan with the purchase and complete drive registration for every Crucial X9 Pro or Crucial X10 Pro Portable SSD product⁸. This product bundle will allow a wide variety of users to express their creativity more easily than ever before.

Availability

The Crucial X9 Pro and Crucial X10 Pro Portable SSDs are available now in capacities of 4TB, 2TB and 1TB at B&H.

Notes

1. Based on internal competitive research and analysis across portable SSDs.

2. MB/s speed measured as maximum sequential performance of device as measured by Crucial on a high-performance desktop computer with Crystal Disk Mark (version 8.0.1 for x64). Your performance may vary.

3. Some of the storage capacity is used for formatting and other purposes and is not available for data storage. 1GB equals 1 billion bytes.

4. As measured using the Crucial X10 Pro on a high-performance desktop computer.

5. Best speeds available with included USB Type-C to C cable on USB 3.2 Gen2 supported devices. Use USB Type-A adapter for older devices. USB 3.2 Gen2 2x2 full performance can only be achieved on USB-C host devices.

6. Protection against dust and water projected in jets against the enclosure from any direction. The X10 Pro should not be submerged in water. For more information, visit www.iec.ch/ip-ratings.

7. Compatibility may vary and may be contingent on device formatting and host capabilities. Compatible Android devices must be able to work with USB Mass Storage over OTG. Operating system updates and reformatting may be required.

8. Terms and conditions apply.

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From DJI:

Double Your Aerial Imaging Skills with DJI’s New Air 3 Drone

Dual Primary Cameras, Up To 46 Minutes Flight Time, Omnidirectional Obstacle Sensing and O4 HD Video Transmission Help to Make Your Subject The Center Of Aerial Photography

July 25, 2023 – DJI, the world’s leader in civilian drones and creative camera technology, today introduces the DJI Air 3, a new powerful addition to the Air Series with dual primary cameras. Featuring a wide-angle camera and a 3x medium tele camera, it empowers more users to get a sense of compression in their shots and delivers a medium focal length to more aerial photography enthusiasts. This advanced all-round drone offers tremendous picture details and effortlessly stunning footage with both cameras delivering 48MP Photos and 4K/60fps HDR Videos. Up to 46 minutes flight time¹, omnidirectional obstacle sensing², the O4 HD Video Transmission System and many other flagship features will help users to master aerial photography further.

“The DJI Air 3 is the first drone of our Air Series which offers professional features like dual primary cameras and omnidirectional obstacle sensing and at the same time retaining its lightweight capabilities with a weight of just 720g for more freedom and flexibility,” said Ferdinand Wolf, Creative Director at DJI. “The drone is the perfect all-rounder for your outdoor adventures and offers you a more diverse camera language.”

Highlight your Subject in the Frame with Dual Primary Cameras

The DJI Air 3 boasts the first dual-primary camera system of the Air Series, which embeds a 1/1.3-inch CMOS wide-angle camera and a 1/1.3-inch CMOS 3x medium tele camera in a compact space. The two cameras have the same sensor size but different focal lengths, which result in more consistent image quality³ and more diverse camera language.

With the wide-angle camera, sweeping landscapes can be captured more fully. It offers 2.4µm pixel size, 24mm format equivalent and a F1.7 aperture. The 3x Medium Tele Camera offers 2.4µm pixel size, 70mm format equivalent and a F2.8 aperture.

The 3x medium tele camera can achieve 3x optical zoom and also create a strong sense of spatial compression, enabling a unique perspective to present the user or anyone else as the subject of aerial photography. With people in the scene, aerial photography now has more diverse possibilities.

Pilots can use the wide FOV of the wide-angle camera to embrace the whole landscape or switch to the 3x medium tele camera, and capture the subject as a bold focal point, with the landscape before and behind the subject seemingly within reach. Both cameras offer 48MP photos not only to deliver true-to-life details, but also to support post-cropping for easy secondary composition.

The DJI Air 3 has two 1/1.3-inch CMOS sensors that support dual native ISO for direct output of 4K/60fps HDR video at high frame rates and up to 4K/100fps max. video specification now even without FOV cropping compared to its predecessor, the DJI Air 2S4. Those videos can record rich color details and natural lighting transitions to restore the stunning landscape before your eyes. Both cameras support 10-bit D-Log M and 10-bit HLG color modes. 10-bit D-Log M mode can retain more highlight and shadow details for more flexible post-production.

The DJI Air 3 is the first drone of the Air Series supporting 2.7K vertical video shooting (9:16), which can be shared immediately on social media.

Extended Flight Time, Easy Power Accumulation

Compared with its predecessor in the Air Series, the DJI Air 3 has 48% more max flight time5 of up to 46 minutes. Thus, pilots can seek the best position and adjust the composition with more peace of mind during a single flight.

The new battery charging hub supports a power accumulation function. Users can press and hold the function button to transfer the remaining power from multiple batteries to the battery with the highest remaining power[6]. This feature gives pilots the freedom and flexibility to make the most out of their flight during for example hiking in the mountains or biking in the forest, where charging possibilities are limited.

Confident Takeoff and Safe Landing with Omnidirectional Obstacle Sensing and O4 Video Transmission

The DJI Air 3 is the first drone in the Air Series to include omnidirectional obstacle sensing. This feature enables comprehensive environmental awareness, allowing the drone to detect obstacles in all directions. In the front and at the back the drone is equipped with a pair of fisheye lenses to achieve forward, backward, left, right and upward sensing, while the bottom is equipped with binocular lenses and a 3D TOF, achieving powerful omnidirectional obstacle sensing.

When an obstacle is detected, the DJI Air 3 can also use APAS 5.0 to actively avoid and smoothly bypass obstacles, which ensures uninterrupted shooting for a greatly enhanced flight experience⁷. Even as an aerial photography beginner, users can fly with confidence and unlock more creative ideas. The ActiveTrack function further frees the pilots’ hands and works with Advanced RTH⁸ to achieve fully automatic flight as well as worry-free return- to-home.

The next generation O4 video transmission system endows the DJI Air 3 with outstanding performance. It not only offers a transmission distance of up to 20 km⁹, but also further improves transmission stability to avoid stuttered live view for safer flight. It supports up to 1080p/60fps live feeds, and a higher frame rate ensures a smoother viewing experience.

Intelligent Features, Infinite Inspiration

FocusTrack for both cameras: Consisting of Spotlight 2.0, ActiveTrack 5.0 and Point of Interest 3.0. FocusTrack keeps the subject in the center of the frame. When using the 3x medium tele camera, a unique sense of spatial compression will be generated to highlight the pilot or any other person as the subject in terrific status.

QuickShots: Empowers the DJI Air 3 to perform creative camera movements like Rocket, Dronie, Circle, Helix, Boomerang, and Asteroid¹⁰.

2.7K Vertical Shooting: The DJI Air 3 supports dual-camera 2.7K vertical video shooting. The wide-angle camera can include rich image information, while the 3x medium tele camera can portrait the pilot or others as the subject, facilitating more eye-catching vertical aerial photography. The 2.7K vertical shot output can be shared immediately on social media without post-cropping.

MasterShots: Allows the DJI Air 3 to automatically perform diverse camera movements, shoots multiple clips, edits the clips, and adds music to generate fast and effortless cinematic footage.

Night Mode: Thanks to the noise reduction algorithm, the DJI Air 3 can capture up to 4K/30fps clean footage in low-light environments.

Hyperlapse: Select from four sub-modes of Free, Circle, Course Lock, and Waypoint to shoot up to 4K horizontal or 2.7K vertical timelapse footage.

Slow Motion: Select 4K/100fps or 1080p/100fps to directly record a 4x slow-motion video.

SmartPhoto 3.0: In single shot mode, the DJI Air 3 uses SmartPhoto 3.0 by default, which can automatically select among HDR, hyperlight, and scene recognition according to the scenario for better imaging results. In HDR DNG format¹¹, the camera can record a larger dynamic range with built-in contrast enhancement. The image file can achieve JPG-level quality in post-editing software, reducing the difficulty of post-production.

QuickTransfer: Quickly download photos and videos from the aircraft to your smartphone through a wireless connection, saving time and effort.

LightCut: Connect the DJI Air 3 wirelessly to the LightCut app on the phone for intelligent recognition of highlight moments and one-tap editing. There is no need to download the footage during the process, saving storage on the phone.

One-Tap Edit: Intelligently identifies the composition and flight path, selects clips with delicate composition and stable camera movements, automatically matches the best template and sound effects, and then generates a cinematic video effortlessly.

Tilt-Shift Effects: Enjoy incredible effects that make the shot look miniature and toy-like with just one tap. Apply this feature to footage shot with the 3x medium tele camera for even better results.

Waypoint Flight: This feature is available on the Air Series for the first time. The user can plan flight routes and shooting actions for the DJI Air 3 in advance to achieve difficult camera movements like one-takes. Pilots can also save a flight route to repeat the same mission precisely later, making it easy to create long-duration timelapse videos that capture transitions such as day to night or season to season.

Outstanding Accessories for further Flight Performance¹²

DJI Air 3 ND Filters Set: This set provides ND8/16/32/64 filters, allowing the user to create smoother footage at slower shutter speeds.

DJI 100W USB-C Power Adapter: The power adapter can fast charge the battery and remote controller simultaneously, or mobile devices through the USB-C ports.

DJI 65W Car Charger: The lightweight and portable car charger uses a universal port. It can charge a battery, remote controller, smartphone, laptop, and other devices.

DJI Care Refresh

DJI Care Refresh, the comprehensive protection plan for DJI products, is now available for DJI Air 3. The replacement service covers accidental damage, including flyaway, collisions and water damage. For a small additional charge, you can have your damaged product replaced if an accident occurs. DJI Care Refresh (1-Year Plan) includes up to two replacements in one year. DJI Care Refresh (2-Year Plan) includes up to four replacements in two years. Other services of DJI Care Refresh include official Warranty and free shipping. For a full list of details, please visit: https://www.dji.com/support/service/djicare-refresh

Price and Availability

The DJI Air 3 is available to order from authorized retail partners, with shipping starting today, in the following configurations:

DJI Air 3 (DJI RC-N2) for the retail price of $1,099

DJI Air 3 Fly More Combo (DJI RC-N2) for the retail price of $1,349

DJI Air 3 Fly More Combo (DJI RC 2) for the retail price of $1,549

Get your DJI Air 3 at B&H or Adorama.

Footnotes: 1. Measured by DJI Air 3 flying at a constant speed of 28.8 kph in a windless environment at sea level, with APAS off, AirSense off, camera parameters set to 1080p/24fps, video mode off, and from 100% battery level until 0%. Data is for reference only. Pay attention to reminders in the app during your flight.

2. DO NOT use the aircraft in severe weather conditions, including heavy wind exceeding 12 m/s, snow, rain, fog, hail, or lightning. DO NOT fly the aircraft 6000 m (19685 ft.) or higher above sea level. DO NOT fly the aircraft in environments where the temperature is below -10° C (14° F) or above 40° C (104° F). DO NOT take off from moving objects such as cars or boats. DO NOT fly close to reflective surfaces such as water or snow. Otherwise, the vision system may not work correctly. When the GNSS signal is weak, fly the aircraft in environments with good lighting and visibility. Low ambient light may cause the vision system to function abnormally. DO NOT fly near areas with magnetic or radio interference. Familiar magnetic or radio interference sources include Wi-Fi hotspots, routers, Bluetooth devices, high-voltage lines, large-scale power transmission stations, radar stations, mobile base stations, and broadcasting towers. Avoid sand entering the aircraft when taking off in desert or beach areas. Fly the aircraft in open areas away from crowds. Buildings, mountains, and trees may block the GNSS signal and affect the onboard compass.

3. The wide-angle camera and 3x medium tele camera have different apertures.

4. Recording frame rates. The corresponding video plays as a slow-motion video.

5. Compared with DJI Air 2S.

6. DO NOT connect the charger, connect external devices, or insert/remove any batteries during power accumulation.

7. The obstacle avoidance action should be set to Bypass in the app.

8. Only available when ambient light meets the working conditions of the vision systems. Always pay attention to the surroundings and app warnings. For specific usage conditions, please refer to the product user manual.

9. 20km@FCC, 10km@SRRC/CE/MIC — Measured in an outdoor, open environment, without interference, and with FCC compliance. The above data shows the farthest communication range for one-way, non-return flights. Pay attention to reminders in the app during your flight.

10. The 3x medium tele camera does not support Asteroid.

11. DJI Air 3 saves photos in HDR DNG format when the aircraft is stationary and the exposure parameters are automatically set in Auto or Pro mode.

12. Sold separately.

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Just posted: Canon RF 28mm F2.8 STM Lens Review.

The RF 28 will become a most-loved lens. Sample pictures will be added soon.

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The Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens is on sale for only $1,999.00 at B&H.

Click on the "Send an Email with our price" button to get the special price link.

This lens has a $200.00 instant savings promotion, and the special link takes another $200.00 off of the price.

Learn more: Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens Review

Image quality, vignetting, and distortion test results, along with specs and measurements are now available on the Canon RF 100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens page.

Can you find a zoom lens sharper wide open than this one? This lens optically performs better with extenders than even the big white RF prime lenses do with them.

Here is the comparison to the Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS II USM Lens. Incredibly, the zoom lens matches the sharpness of this impressive prime lens, including in the corners.

Add the 1.4x, and the zoom lens still matches, even exceeds in the corners, the optical performance of the prime.

At this point, you are not likely surprised that the zoom lens keeps up with the prime with the 2x extender mounted. I seldom appreciate the image quality produced with a 2x extender in the optical path, but the EF 300mm F2.8 IS II lens was one of the best with-2x performers, and the RF 100-300mm lens performs similarly (with slightly more but easily correctable lateral CA).

Creating high-grade with-extender image quality vastly increases the versatility of this zoom lens, and brings another outstanding zoom lens, the Canon EF 200-400mm f/4L IS USM, into the radar.

This 200mm wide-open aperture comparison shows no winner. The 420mm vs. 400mm f/4 comparison also shows no winner, and ditto in the 600mm vs. 560mm f/5.6 comparison (though the RF lens has more lateral CA).

Many other comparisons are available:

Compared to the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens.

Compared to the Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM Lens.

With 2x compared to the RF 400 with 2x.

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Image quality, vignetting, and distortion test results are now available on the Canon RF 28mm F2.8 STM Lens page.

This tiny lens has an impressive sharpness to size, weight, and price ratio.

Compared to the Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM Pancake Lens

Compared to the Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro Lens (at f/2.8)

Compared to the Canon RF 24mm F1.8 Macro IS STM Lens (at f/2.8)

Compared to the Canon EF 28mm f/2.8 IS Lens

Compared to the Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM Lens (at f/2.8)

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Canon EOS C70 firmware update version 1.0.7.1 is available for download.

Firmware Version 1.0.7.1 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. The following features are enabled when the following lenses are attached: CN-E14-35mm T1.7 L S:
   - Displaying metadata, such as the model name and the focal distance of the lens attached.
   - Displaying T number.
   - Support for Peripheral Illumination Correction and Chromatic Lens Aberration Correction.
   - Support for [Dual Pixel Focus Guide].
2. Enhances Clear Scan resolution.
3. Enables to change WFM size.
4. Enables to change Vector scope gain by touch.
5. Enables to change WFM/Vector scope transparency.
6. Improves AF performance.
   - Enables tracking frame to change variably depending on subject.
   - Enables to detect heads facing sideways or backwards, or in situations such as when wearing a helmet.
7. Adds [Select Subject] assignable function via control ring/dial.

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Canon EOS C300 Mark III Version 1.0.6.1 and C500 Mark II Version 1.0.8.1 are available for download.

These Firmware Versions incorporate the following fixes and enhancements:

1. The following features are enabled when the following lenses are attached: CN-E14-35mm T1.7 L S:
   - Displaying metadata, such as the model name and the focal distance of the lens attached.
   - Displaying T number.
   - Support for Peripheral Illumination Correction and Chromatic Lens Aberration Correction.
   - Support for [Dual Pixel Focus Guide].
2. Enhances Clear Scan resolution.
3. Enables to change WFM size.
4. Enables to change Vector scope gain by touch.
5. Enables to change WFM/Vector scope transparency.
6. Enhances SDI-OUT functions. -Adds the ability to output PsF when in S&F mode. (16:9 only) -Enables Peaking in assistance display.

Just posted: Canon EOS R100 Review

Mostly, this review contains only minor updates to the expectations. The R100 is an extremely lightweight, compact, and affordable camera that produces excellent image quality.

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Canon EOS R5 C firmware update version 1.0.5.1 is available for download.

Firmware Version 1.0.5.1 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

* This is the same list as firmware version 1.0.4.1 with number 20 added.

1. The following features are enabled when the following lenses are attached: CN-E14-35mm T1.7 L S, CN-E20-50mm T2.4 L F, CN-E45-135mm T2.4 L F, CN8×15 IAS S/E1,:
   - Displaying metadata, such as the model name and the focal distance of the lens attached.
   - Displaying T number.
   - Support for Peripheral Illumination Correction and Chromatic Lens Aberration Correction.
   - Support for Dual Pixel CMOS AF autofocus(CN8×15 IAS S/E1 only
   - Support for [Dual Pixel Focus Guide].


2. The following features are enabled when the following lenses are attached: RF-S18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM, RF-S18-150mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM: - Adds a menu to switch lens functions. (Focus Ring, Control Ring, Lens Optical Image Stabilization)
3. Adds EF lenses compatible with EF-EOS R 0.71x Mount Adapter.
   CN-E14mm T3.1 L F
   CN-E20mm T1.5 L F
   CN-E24mm T1.5 L F
   CN-E35mm T1.5 L F
   CN-E50mm T1.3 L F
   CN-E85mm T1.3 L F
   CN-E135mm T2.2 L F
   EF14mm f/2.8L USM
   EF24mm f/1.4L USM
   EF35mm f/1.4L USM
   EF50mm f/1.2L USM
   EF85mm f/1.2L USM
   EF135mm f/2L USM
4. Enables left/right switching with one touch when using Magnify. (When recording 8K RAW with VR lens attached.)
5. Enables magnify during 8K MP4 recording. (Not available when HDMI 4K is output.)
6. Improves switching time between Video/Photo mode.
7. Adds Power Saving Mode.
8. Enhances Clear Scan resolution.
9. Adds Digital-Teleconverter function. (1.5x /2x /2.5x /3x)
10. Enables to change WFM size.
11. Enables to change Vector scope gain by touch.
12. Enables to change WFM/Vector scope opacity.
13. Improves AF performance.
    - Enables tracking frame to change variably depending on subject.
    - Enables to detect heads facing sideways or backwards, or in situations such as when wearing a helmet.
    - Enables to select Face via control ring/dial.
14. Adds [Subject Selection] assignable function via control ring/dial.
15. Adds [Canon 709 / BT.709] to the Gamma/Color Space in Custom Picture setting.
16. Adds [CMT 709] in Proxy Rec Color Conversion.
17. Adds [CMT 709] in View Assist.
18. Adds [G Gain] in White Balance in Custom Picture settings.
19. Adds support for 4CH display in audio meter.
20. Fixes an issue, in which [IBIS High Resolution shot] that is not part of the original specifications, will become enabled under specific conditions.

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This Sachtler kit is expensive, but the quality of the movements it enables and its fast setup speed are worth the price to serious videographers.

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From 3Pod:

3Pod Debuts Everest Series of Carbon Fiber Tripods and Accessories at Adorama

3Pod’s New Series Feature Two 4-Section Carbon Fiber Compact Tripods and Two Arca-Type Ball Heads

NEW YORK, NEW YORK (June 27, 2023) – 3Pod today announced the Everest Series - a line of Carbon Fiber tripods and accessories designed to support photographers and videographers in any location and on any adventure. Featuring two 4-Section Carbon Fiber quick-release compact tripods and two Arca-Type Ball Heads, the new accessories give creators the tools they need to capture their vision with no bounds or restrictions.

The 3Pod Everest Carbon Fiber tripods and accessories are covered by a 5-year warranty and are available now exclusively at Adorama.

“The new 3Pod Everest Series is built to withstand the rigors of daily use, making any content-capture adventure possible,” said Usher Sperber, Product Manager for 3Pod. “Our mission is to aid and inspire photographers and videographers at every level through innovative design, durability, and easy-to-use systems. Whether you’re in a studio, on the streets, in rugged terrain or on top of a mountain, our product solutions will meet your needs without breaking the bank.”

3Pod Everest Series 4-Section Carbon Fiber Compact Tripods Equipped with Carry Case:

Made with 10X carbon fiber, the toughest travel 3Pods provide superior strength, and an innovative detachable center column design for compactness and extreme low angle performance. The lightweight tripods perform dependably in any environment and allow for still photography in the studio or shooting on location.

• Everest T3 4-Section Carbon Fiber Compact Tripod (MSRP $399.95) – Ultra-lightweight and designed for travel and adventure photographers, supporting up to 33lbs with a working height of up to 5.3ft.

• Everest T5 4-Section Carbon Fiber Tripod (MSRP $699.95) – The toughest workhorse with superior strength and stability for photographers and videographers, supporting up to 55lbs with a working height of up to 6.6ft.

3Pod Everest Series Ball Heads with Arca-Type Quick Release and Lever-Release Clamps:

The ball heads employ state-of-the-art ergonomic design, damping for flawlessly smooth movement and jitter-free panning. The two bubble levels assure absolute alignment in any three-dimensions. At the base of the head, the convenient inscribed 360-degree dial makes for easy, perfect positioning throughout the ball head's full range of panoramic movement. They are equipped with an innovative flip-lock clamping quick-release plate that lets users rapidly lock and release cameras with one hand.

• Everest H2 Ball Head (MSRP: $199.95) - Load Capacity up to 33lbs

• Everest H4 Ball Head (MSRP: $349.95) - Load Capacity up to 55lbs

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The Canon EOS R100 is here, and it is time to set up this camera for use. Following are the 32 steps taken to prepare an out-of-the-box R100.

1. Record serial number, and add camera to the insurance policy
2. Open the box, find the battery, place it in the charger, and plug it in.
3. Consider downloading and installing the latest Canon imaging software to gain support for the latest camera model(s). Canon Digital Photo Pro (DPP) and EOS Utility are the options I include in the install.
4. Insert a memory card (we'll format the card in a later step), insert a charged battery, and power the camera on.
5. The date, time, and time zone setup display will show at the first startup. Use the rear cross keys and set button to update this information.
6. Set the camera's mode to Av, Tv, or M (some modes may provide only a subset of available menu options) and press the menu button.
7. Shooting Menu, Tab 1: Image quality: Use the top control dial to set RAW to "RAW", and use the rear direction keys to set JPEG to "-" (RAW image files provide the highest quality and are especially valuable for post-processing work)
8. Shooting Menu, Tab 1: Auto Lighting Optimizer: Off (my choice is to adjust the images later)
9. Shooting Menu, Tab 2: White balance: AWB W (White) (I seldom use another white balance setting while shooting, though I often adjust white balance modestly during post-processing)
10. Shooting Menu, Tab 3: Picture Style: Neutral with Sharpness = 1 (Note: the low contrast "Neutral" picture style provides a histogram that best shows the available dynamic range. I usually change the Picture Style to "Standard" in DPP after capture.)
11. Shooting Menu, Tab 3: Lens Aberration Correction: All options "OFF" (I suggest that most photographers enable Chromatic Aberration correction, enable others to taste)
12. Shooting Menu, Tab 3: High ISO speed NR: Low (noise reduction is destructive to images details, so I prefer to add noise reduction sparingly during post-processing)
13. Shooting Menu, Tab 4: Continuous AF: Disable (I want the camera to focus only when I half-press the shutter release)
14. Shooting Menu, Tab 5: MF peaking settings: On (highlight in-focus detail in red during manual focusing)
15. Shooting Menu, Tab 6: Image review: Review duration: 4 sec.
16. Shooting Menu, Tab 7: Shooting info. disp.: Screen info. settings: Enable 1, 2, and 4; edit screen 2 to show only: Basic shooting info and Histogram
17. Shooting Menu, Tab 7: Shooting info. disp.: VF info/toggle setting: Enable 1 and 3 (the default); edit screen 3 to show only Histogram
18. Shooting Menu, Tab 7: Shooting info. disp.: Grid display: 3x3 (sometimes the 3x3 grid is helpful for alignment checking while not complicating the view)
19. Shooting Menu, Tab 7: Shooting info. disp.: Histogram disp: RGB, Small (show the brightness levels of each channel separately and do not let the graph to take up much space in the display as it can affect the perceived composition)
20. Shooting Menu, Tab 7: Disp performance: Smooth (select Smooth if shooting fast action and battery life is not a concern, select Power saving otherwise.)
21. Playback Menu, Tab 5: Playback information display: 1 and 2 only; change view 2 histogram to RGB
22. Wireless Settings Menu, Tab 1: Airplane mode: Off (only choose this setting if not using the camera's wireless features)
23. Function Settings Menu, Tab 1: Format card (always format a memory card in the camera before using it — all data on the card will be lost)
24. Function Settings Menu, Tab 1: Auto Rotate: On computer (images are properly rotated when viewed on a computer, but are always oriented to fill the LCD when viewed on the camera)
25. Function Settings Menu, Tab 2: Beep: Disable (most will find your camera's beep annoying)
26. Custom Functions Menu, Tab 4: Custom Functions(C.Fn): C.Fn II:Others 5: Retract lens on power off: Disable (I opt for off to prevent a carefully-selected focus distance from resetting when the camera auto powers off)
27. Custom Functions Menu, Tab 4: Copyright information: enter as desired
28. Display Level Settings Menu, Tab 1: Menu Display: Standard (novices may appreciate this feature)
29. Display Level Settings Menu, Tab 1: Mode guide: Disable (novices may appreciate this feature)
30. Display Level Settings Menu, Tab 1: Feature guide: Disable (novices may appreciate this feature)
31. My Menu: Add My Menu 1: Register your most-used options
32. With a lens mounted and a subject focused on, adjust the viewfinder diopter until the scene is sharp

I make additional menu and other setting changes based on current shooting scenarios, but this list covers my initial camera setup process.

To copy this configuration means you intend to shoot as I do, including in RAW-only format. While this setup works optimally for me, you should adjust the camera setup to your needs.

If you can't remember your menu setup parameters, keeping an up-to-date list such as this one is a great idea. Anytime the camera is set to the factory state, such as when serviced or when acquiring an additional camera, the list will ensure all settings are quickly re-established.

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