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New CANON-FIT KIT 06 04 01 Lastolite Joe McNally Ezybox Speed-Lite 2 Plus Flashgun modifier gets a pro makeover £60/$79 www.manfrotto.com This development of Lastolite’s Ezybox Speed-Lite 2 has been designed in conjunction with world-renowned photographer Joe McNally and features his preferred white interior for even softer illumination. The 22x22cm outer diffuser has also been tweaked, now recessed by 45mm to help control light spill. Thankfully the original pop-up design remains, with its ingenious mechanism that enables the softbox to fold flat in seconds. It’s just as easy to attach to your flashgun, with a silicone strap and twist-lock clamp combo ensuring a secure fit. 02 Manfrotto Manhattan Collection Bags that’ll cut it in the urban jungle From £80/$100 www.manfrotto.com Designed for city slickers and commuters, Manhattan bags put flexibility centre-stage. A Flexy Camera Shell divider system will wrap snugly around your gear, and the entire camera insert is easily removable for when you need a regular bag. The range includes the Mover 50 backpack designed for a 5DS with attached 70-200mm f/2.8, plus five extra lenses and a 15in laptop. The Speedy 10 messenger bag is best suited to a small APS-C DSLR setup, while the Changer 20 shoulder bag can convert between a shoulder bag, tote bag or backpack. 03 ONA bags & accessories Uncompromising quality, timeless style From £139/$149 www.onabags.eu Based out of New York City, ONA bags can be had in backpack, messenger and shoulder bag flavours, with the latter designed with female photographers in mind. All come with reassuringly substantial price tags, reflecting quality exterior materials like full-grain leather and waxed canvas. Inside most models you’ll find practical interiors with customizable padded dividers, while larger bags have slots for a laptop or tablet. ONA also offers premium accessories, like the Beacon Lens Case that echoes vintage lens cases of yesteryear. 04 Vanguard Alta Pro 2+ 264CT Design maximizes rigidity and convenience £300/$340 www.vanguardworld.com Vanguard has gone back to the drawing board for its new Alta Pro 2 Plus tripods. This 264CT model tops the range and will top out at 1.5m tall, yet weighs just 1.7kg, thanks to carbon construction that’ll stand strong under a 7kg payload. Vanguard’s Multi-Angle Center Column can be pivoted from vertical to lock horizontally – or at any 15-degree increment in-between – helping you to nail the perfect composition every time. New twist-lock leg extension clamps make for quicker, more streamlined setup, and you can chose from four leg angle settings. 05 WhiteWall Acrylic Minis Shrunken acrylics for expanded appeal From £13/$20 www.whitewall.com Forget the idea that acrylic prints need to be big; WhiteWall’s new Acrylic Minis are a mere 18x13cm, or 13cm-square. They’re designed to be wall-hung from an integrated hook, placed on a table or shelf using the included plexiglass stand, or stuck to your fridge with a built-in magnet. Great as gifts, or for displaying multiple themed images in a small space, Acrylic Minis are ideal for showing off your shots without worrying about framing or mounting, and they’re backed by WhiteWall’s award-winning print quality. 06 Wireloose Pix camera straps Traditional handcrafted quality accessories From £50 www.wireloose.co.uk In a world of mass production and synthetic man-made materials, these offer a refreshing take on the humble camera strap. 100% hand-made in England from real leather, these slim 10-15mm wide straps are an ideal complement for an EOS M. Several strap, stitching and split ring colours are available, or for an even more eye-catching look, opt for the version that attaches to your Canon with decorative woven knots. While no two straps will be completely identical, you can always spec your own colour and fixing combo for ultimate exclusivity. The Canon Magazine 95
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