The Studio Display XDR features a 27-inch 5K Retina XDR display with mini-LED backlighting, more than 2,000 local dimming zones, and up to 2000 nits of peak HDR brightness for outstanding contrast and colour accuracy. It also supports a 120Hz refresh rate with Adaptive Sync, making motion smoother for video editing, design, and other graphics-intensive tasks.

Both displays include a 12MP Center Stage camera, a three-microphone array, and a six-speaker system with Spatial Audio, as well as Thunderbolt 5 connectivity for faster data transfer and simplified workstation setups.

The Studio Display starts at £1,499, while the Studio Display XDR starts at £2,999. Both are available in standard or nano-texture glass and can be pre-ordered from March 4, with availability beginning March 11.

Check out the full details on Apple’s website

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The new benchmark in reference-grade monitoring with superior image quality, subpixel accuracy, and a breakthrough form factor.

Atomos (9.C05) announces a technology preview of the most advanced reference-grade monitor to date, setting a new benchmark in professional image accuracy, workflow integration, and user experience. Designed for colorists, editors, and image professionals who demand absolute fidelity, the Studio PRO-2710 integrates innovations that redefine what’s possible in professional visualization.

For decades, true reference monitors have been bulky, fragile, and prohibitively expensive, often costing tens of thousands of dollars and occupying half a desk. The Studio PRO-2710 breaks that mold. By combining next-generation OLED panels, advanced image processing, and a calibration-first design, Atomos has made uncompromising reference-grade monitoring available in a slim, portable form factor that finally matches the needs of modern creative workflows.

At the heart of the Studio PRO-2710 is an OLED panel with a vertically aligned subpixel structure, a design choice that eliminates color fringing, chromatic aliasing, and fine-detail distortion common to non-vertical QD-OLED layouts. The result is cleaner edges, more accurate typography rendering, pixel-perfect sharpness across the entire frame, and uncompromised accuracy in both color and detail rendering.

Color management is elevated with true 33³ 3D LUTs and tetrahedral interpolation, the gold standard for precision rendering. Every hue, gradient, and tonal transition is mapped with uncompromising accuracy, giving creatives confidence that what they see is what the world will see. And unlike other monitors, the PRO-2710 makes these LUTs visual and interactive.

Users can spin, preview, and analyze color transforms in real time via a groundbreaking patent-pending 3D LUT preview interface.

“Having pioneered dual-layer mastering display technology for eCinema and contributed to the display systems inside SpaceX’s Crew Dragon spacecraft, I’ve been fortunate to work at the very edge of what’s possible in visualization,” said Martin Euredjian, Director of Advanced Imaging at Atomos.

“The Studio PRO-2710 is the direct result of that journey. Every lesson learned, whether in mastering-grade eCinema or in aerospace-critical systems has been distilled into this monitor. The Studio PRO-2710 is more than a display. It is a reference environment, designed to give colorists, editors, and imaging professionals the confidence that what they see is what the world will see.”

The STUDIO PRO-2710 also solves one of the biggest frustrations in grading suites: the viewing environment itself. It integrates a patent-pending sensor-calibrated surround lighting system, the first of its kind, ensuring that the ambient light in the room is part of the same calibration pipeline as the screen. Every session begins in a perfectly controlled reference environment, giving professionals the consistency they’ve always demanded but never had.

The monitor comes pre-loaded with an extensive library of factory-calibrated presets, ready for immediate use across a wide range of professional environments. Users can also recalibrate on-site with the new Atomos Studio K-100 spectral calibration probe, ensuring accuracy from on-set dailies all the way through to final delivery. And when shared across multiple studios or locations, the PRO-2710 allows distributed teams and clients to view identical color-accurate images, making remote approvals faster and more reliable than ever.

“With this monitor, we are redefining what reference-grade means,” said Peter Barber, Atomos CEO. “For the first time, creative professionals can have true reference quality in a form factor that fits naturally on a desktop or in a home studio, places where a traditional high-end broadcast reference monitor could never go.”

“Just as importantly, the Studio PRO-2710 can be easily installed at a client’s office. That means as you send finished work, reviews, or works-in-progress, you can guarantee they are seeing exactly the same colors and the same quality of image you are producing. It makes approvals faster, cloud-based workflows more efficient, and gives everyone complete confidence that what’s on screen is exactly how it will be presented to the world. That consistency has always been one of the hardest problems in post-production, and the Studio PRO-2710 is designed to solve it.”

The Studio PRO-2710 reference-grade monitor introduces:

• Patent-pending sensor-calibrated surround lighting system that integrates the viewing environment into the monitor’s calibration pipeline for unmatched consistency.
• Front-facing I/O ports, four integrated USB-C ports for peripherals, asset imports, and calibration probe connection, no more hunting for cables behind the desk.
• Patent-pending 3D LUT preview interface, makes color transforms visual and interactive, enabling real-time exploration and analysis.
• Touchpad-driven interface, a control experience inspired by modern mobile devices, enabling deep preset management, rapid switching, and fingertip precision.
• The most advanced FPGA-based image processor, ensures every pixel is delivered with uncompromising precision for true reference accuracy.

To learn more, visit the Atomos website at www.atomos.com.

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broncolor distributor for the UK and Ireland, proudly introduces the broncolor Stelos 800 L, the newest addition to broncolor’s portfolio of professional lighting tools.

This high-end monolight delivers 800 joules of flash energy, battery operation with simultaneous charging, and premium broncolor light quality. All in a significantly more compact and intuitive design. Engineered and manufactured in Switzerland, the Stelos is designed for professionals who demand uncompromising quality, speed, and control in every environment. Whether in a studio or on a remote location, the Stelos brings unprecedented performance to the most compact form factor in broncolor’s monolight line up. With Stelos, the world becomes your studio.

Advanced flash technology meets everyday usability

The Stelos monolight combines cutting-edge flash technology with everyday usability. It features a bright, high-contrast LCD screen with configurable display modes, from minimalist to full control view, and is operated via just two buttons and a rotary/push encoder. New to the monolight class: adjustable flash colour temperature, a feature previously reserved for high-end power packs, is now available in Stelos. High-speed sync (HSS) is also supported, making Stelos ideal for fast-paced, high-performance shoots. The integrated LED modelling light delivers variable colour temperatures from 2700 to 6500 K with excellent output – adaptable to match any ambient conditions.

V-mount battery powered

Stelos is powered by a universal V-mount battery system, giving photographers the flexibility to use batteries from broncolor or other leading brands. The device can also charge while in use via USB-C, compatible with standard laptop chargers or the included 140-watt adapter. This open battery system is particularly attractive to rental houses, where total cost of ownership is paramount, as it allows for efficient inventory management and compatibility across gear. Other users also benefit by reducing both operational costs and the environmental impact associated with proprietary lithium battery systems, thanks to the versatility and longevity of the universal V-mount platform.

Seamless integration with existing workflows

The Stelos integrates seamlessly with your existing broncolor workflows, supporting broncolor RFS 2 and 3 radio transmitters, the bronControl app (via built-in WiFi), and bronAPI for custom integration. For larger sets with multiple units, multicolour cognition lights make device identification fast and effortless. With its robust bayonet mount, Stelos supports also the full range of broncolor light modifiers, even the largest one such as the Para, ensuring maximum creativity and consistency across lighting setups.

Key benefits

Developed in close collaboration with working professionals, the broncolor Stelos 800 L incorporates numerous user-driven innovations that elevate its performance and ease of use:

• Significantly reduced size for improved portability, while still delivering a full 800 joules of flash power
• Universal V-mount battery system with the ability to charge while in use, offering unmatched flexibility on set
• Adjustable flash colour temperature, a feature typically reserved for high-end power packs
• Robust mounting bracket with 90° tilt capability for precise positioning
• Full control directly on the device, eliminating the need for an external app

Availability and pricing

The broncolor Stelos 800 L will be available through all official broncolor partners in the UK and Ireland in September 2025. The sales price excluding VAT will be £2.705 (UK) and €3.107 (Ireland).

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Are you ready to take your studio portraiture skills to the next level? The Society of Photographers is excited to announce an exclusive full-day seminar led by the renowned photographer, Damian McGillicuddy. This immersive event, titled “Powerful Studio Portraiture with Ease” will be held in Widnes, Cheshire, on Wednesday, March 27th, 2024.

At the heart of great photography lies the ability to harness light to create shape, form, and texture. Damian McGillicuddy, a master of his craft, will guide participants through the intricacies of using light to tell a compelling story within the confines of a two-dimensional medium.

During this seminar, attendees will have the opportunity to:

1. Learn from a Master: Damian McGillicuddy’s expertise and insights have earned him international acclaim. Benefit from his wealth of knowledge and experience as he shares invaluable techniques and strategies for achieving powerful studio portraiture.
2. Hands-On Experience: Dive deep into the world of studio photography with practical, hands-on sessions. Explore various lighting setups, experiment with posing techniques, and gain confidence in directing subjects to capture the perfect shot.
3. Unlock Your Creativity: Discover how to infuse your studio portraits with creativity and emotion. Learn how to use light, composition, and storytelling to craft images that resonate with viewers on a profound level.

Spaces for this seminar are limited, so early booking is advised to secure your place. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the industry’s leading experts and take your studio portraiture skills to new heights.

For full details and booking information, please visit: Powerful Studio Portraiture with Ease

Join us on March 27th, 2024, and embark on a journey towards mastering the art of studio portraiture. Let Damian McGillicuddy’s guidance empower you to create images that truly captivate and inspire. We look forward to welcoming you to this unforgettable event!

Unlock your potential and transform your studio portraits into works of art.

For more information, check out the Photography Seminars section of the website.

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Apple introduced the new Mac Studio and Mac Pro, the two most powerful Macs ever made. Mac Studio features M2 Max and the new M2 Ultra, delivering a huge boost in performance and enhanced connectivity in its stunningly compact design. Mac Studio is up to 6x faster than the most powerful Intel-based 27-inch iMac,¹ and up to 3x faster than the previous-generation Mac Studio with M1 Ultra.² Mac Pro, now featuring M2 Ultra, combines the unprecedented performance of Apple’s most powerful chip with the versatility of PCIe expansion. Mac Pro is up to 3x faster than the previous-generation Intel-based model.³ Featuring up to 192GB of unified memory, Mac Studio with M2 Ultra and Mac Pro have far more memory than the most advanced workstation graphics cards, taking on demanding workloads other systems can’t even process. The new Mac Pro completes the Mac transition to Apple silicon and, together with the rest of Apple’s pro systems, gives users the most powerful and capable lineup of pro products Apple has ever offered. Mac Studio and Mac Pro are available to order today, with availability beginning Tuesday, June 13.

“The new Mac Studio and Mac Pro with Apple silicon are the two most powerful Macs we’ve ever made,” said John Ternus, Apple’s senior vice president of Hardware Engineering. “Mac Studio has been a breakthrough for pros everywhere, and it’s at the heart of hundreds of thousands of home and pro studios across the world. Today, it gets even better with M2 Max and the new M2 Ultra, featuring even more performance and enhanced connectivity. And for those users who need the versatility of internal expansion, Mac Pro combines PCIe slots with our most powerful chip. The new Mac Studio and Mac Pro join our other pro systems to give our users the most powerful and capable lineup of pro products that Apple has ever offered.”

Mac Studio: A Performance Powerhouse

Mac Studio empowers pros to build the studio of their dreams with its groundbreaking performance and extensive connectivity in a compact form that lives right on their desks. With M2 Max and M2 Ultra, the new Mac Studio provides a big boost in performance versus the previous generation and a massive leap for users coming from older Macs. Mac Studio with M2 Max is up to 50 percent faster than the previous-generation Mac Studio⁴ and 4x faster than the most powerful Intel-based 27-inch iMac.¹ It features a 12-core CPU, up to a 38-core GPU, and up to 96GB of unified memory with 400GB/s of memory bandwidth.

When compared to Mac Studio with M1 Max,⁴ Mac Studio with M2 Max:

• Empowers motion graphics designers using After Effects to render up to 50 percent faster.
• Enables developers to build new versions of apps with Xcode at blazing speed, with up to 25 percent faster performance.

Mac Studio with M2 Ultra takes Mac performance to new heights. M2 Ultra delivers twice the performance and capabilities of M2 Max, and is Apple’s largest and most capable system on a chip (SoC) ever. Mac Studio with M2 Ultra is up to 3x faster than the previous-generation Mac Studio with M1 Ultra,² and up to 6x faster than the most powerful Intel-based 27-inch iMac.¹ It features a 24-core CPU, up to a 76-core GPU, and up to 192GB of memory with 800GB/s of unified memory bandwidth for workstation-class performance.

When compared to Mac Studio with M1 Ultra,² Mac Studio with M2 Ultra:

• Empowers 3D artists using Octane to render up to 3x faster.
• Enables colourists using DaVinci Resolve to see up to 50 percent faster video processing than before.

Mac Studio: Enhanced Connectivity

Featuring a wide array of connectivity within easy reach for pros, the new Mac Studio now has higher-bandwidth HDMI, enabling up to 8K resolution and 240Hz frame rates. With M2 Ultra, Mac Studio supports up to six Pro Display XDRs — driving over 100 million pixels — allowing for a vast amount of screen real estate for pro workflows. Additionally, it now features advanced built-in wireless technologies. Wi-Fi 6E delivers download speeds that are up to twice as fast as the previous generation, while Bluetooth 5.3 allows users to connect to the latest Bluetooth accessories. On the back, Mac Studio includes four Thunderbolt 4 ports, a 10Gb Ethernet port, an enhanced HDMI port, and two USB-A ports. It also conveniently has two USB-C ports and an SD card slot on the front to easily import photos and video.

Apple Silicon Comes to Mac Pro

Mac Pro delivers the groundbreaking performance of M2 Ultra, plus the versatility of PCIe expansion, taking the most demanding workflows to the next level. While the Intel-based Mac Pro started with an 8-core CPU and could be configured up from there, every Mac Pro has Apple’s most powerful 24-core CPU, an up to 76-core GPU, and starts with twice the memory and SSD storage. The new Mac Pro can also be configured with up to a massive 192GB of memory with 800GB/s of unified memory bandwidth. This is far more memory than the most advanced workstation graphics cards. Now every Mac Pro has the performance of not just one but seven Afterburner cards built in. It also features the same industry-leading media engine as Mac Studio with M2 Ultra. Both can play an unprecedented 22 streams of 8K ProRes video.

When compared to the Intel-based Mac Pro,Mac Pro with M2 Ultra:

• Empowers demanding real-world pro workflows like video transcoding and 3D simulations to run up to 3x faster.³
• Enables video engineers to ingest 24 4K camera feeds and encode them to ProRes in real time, all on a single machine, when using six video I/O cards.⁵

Mac Pro: The Versatility of PCIe Expansion

The new Mac Pro brings PCIe expansion to Apple silicon for pros who want the performance of M2 Ultra and rely on internal expansion for their workflows. Mac Pro features seven PCle expansion slots, with six open expansion slots that support gen 4, which is 2x faster than before, so users can customise Mac Pro with essential cards. From audio pros who need digital signal processing (DSP) cards, to video pros who need serial digital interface (SDI) I/O cards for connecting to professional cameras and monitors, to users who need additional networking and storage, Mac Pro lets professionals customise and expand their systems, pushing the limits of their most demanding workflows.

Mac Pro: Advanced Connectivity

The wide array of connectivity in Mac Pro gets even better with eight built-in Thunderbolt 4 ports — six on the back and two on the top — which is twice as many as before. It supports up to six Pro Display XDRs, along with Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3, which come to the new Mac Pro for fast wireless connectivity. Additionally, Mac Pro includes three USB-A ports, two higher-bandwidth HDMI ports that support up to 8K resolution and up to 240Hz frame rates, two 10Gb Ethernet ports, and a headphone jack that enables the use of high-impedance headphones.

Better for the Environment

The new Mac Studio and Mac Pro are designed with the environment in mind, including 100 percent recycled rare earth elements in all magnets, and 100 percent recycled gold plating and tin soldering in multiple printed circuit boards. Both use far less energy than the desktops in their class, and over 40 percent less than the ENERGY STAR efficiency requirement. Mac Studio and Mac Pro are free of mercury, PVC, and beryllium, and over 95 percent of the packaging is fiber based. 

Today, Apple is carbon neutral for global corporate operations and is focused on its Apple 2030 goal to make every product carbon neutral. This means every Mac Apple creates, from design to manufacturing to customer use, will have net-zero climate impact.

macOS: The World’s Most Advanced Desktop Operating System

Designed to take full advantage of Apple silicon, Mac Studio and Mac Pro come with macOS Ventura, delivering breakthrough performance and productivity. Features like Stage Manager make focusing on tasks and moving between apps and windows easier and faster than ever, while Continuity Camera, Handoff in FaceTime, Safari passkeys, and the Freeform app help users be more productive and expressive. Powerful gaming features like MetalFX Upscaling help accelerate gameplay performance with stunning graphics and optimisations for Apple silicon, while pro apps like Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro enable users to tackle more complex projects, all at blazing speeds.

Arriving this fall, macOS Sonoma adds powerful features and productivity tools that unlock new ways to get things done on Mac. Dynamic video conferencing features, including Presenter Overlay, elevate the presence of users when showcasing their work during video calls by including them on top of the content they’re sharing. Designed to enable hybrid in-studio and remote pro workflows, macOS Sonoma brings a new high performance mode to the Screen Sharing app, which leverages the advanced media engine in Apple silicon to deliver incredibly responsive remote access, including low-latency audio, high frame rates, and support for reference colour. Users can place widgets right on the desktop, interact with them with just a click, and through the magic of Continuity, use iPhone widgets while they work. Now it’s easy to complete powerful tasks — like running Shortcuts — right from widgets on desktop. Big updates come to Safari, taking productivity on the web to the next level with profiles, which keeps browsing separate between multiple topics or projects, and web apps on Mac, which provide faster access to favorite sites.

Pricing and Availability

• The new Mac Studio and Mac Pro are available to order today on apple.com/uk/store and in the Apple Store app. They will start to arrive to customers, and will be available in Apple Store locations and Apple Authorised Resellers, beginning Tuesday, June 13.

• Mac Studio starts at £2,099 and £1,889 for education. Additional configure-to-order options are available at apple.com/uk/store.

• Available in both tower and rack-mounted enclosures, Mac Pro (Tower Enclosure) starts at £7,199 and £6,789 for education. Mac Pro (Rack Enclosure) starts at £7,699 and £7,189 for education. Additional technical specifications and configure-to-order options are available at apple.com/uk/mac-pro.

• More information on Studio Display, Pro Display XDR, and Magic accessories is available at apple.com/uk/shop/buy-mac.

• With Apple Trade In, customers can trade in their current computer and get credit toward a new Mac. Customers can visit apple.com/uk/shop/trade-in to see what their device is worth.

• Every customer who buys a Mac from Apple can enjoy a free Online Personal Session with an Apple Specialist, get their product set up in select stores, including help with data transfer, and receive guidance on how to make their new Mac work the way they want.

• AppleCare+ for Mac provides expert technical support and additional hardware coverage from Apple, including unlimited incidents of accidental damage protection, each subject to a service fee.

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Packed with useful features that make it a valuable lighting tool for anyone from complete beginners to advanced users, small enough for when space is at a premium, but the cost isn’t!!

NANLITE announce the latest in their lighting technology, The Bi-Colour Nanlite FS-60B is an Ultra-portable studio Light for beginners and professionals.  Powerful, yet compact, enabling it to fit into smaller studios and shooting spaces, whether you’re using it as a key light, fill, rim, or for any other another purpose.

With the number of people increasingly livestreaming and creating photo and video content in small spaces for social media, the new NANLITE FS-60B is a compact and lightweight studio light that answers all of their needs. It brings the highly colour accurate performance of the more advanced NANLITE products, to a truly entry-level price — without compromise.

The FS-60B features a bi-colour CCT range of 2700K-6500K, which means you can easily achieve different looks from daylight to warmer indoor tones. This is an AC-powered LED light that’s easy to use, yet still packed with useful features that make it a valuable lighting tool for anyone from complete beginners to advanced users.

Weighing less than 1kg, the NANLITE FS-60B is impressively lightweight and easily transported for location shoots. It features a true, all-in-one design, so you only need to plug the included 3Metre power cable into an AC outlet and you’re ready to shoot.

The compact 247 x 134 x 87mm size makes it easy to use virtually anywhere, as long as you have power.

The FS-60B is easy to set up. Turn on the power, controlling the dimming functionality and colour temperature by rotating the knobs.  Select from cool whites to warmer tones and everywhere in-between. More advanced users will appreciate new features like the Maximum Output and Constant Output mode.

Thanks to the dual 2.4G and Bluetooth built-in modules, users can dim FS-60B via remote controller, or choose to control it via connecting directly with NANLINK APP. This will offer the benefits of full control at your fingertips with a much more pleasant user experience.

FS-60B Key Features:

• Bi-colour spotlight with a wide CCT range of 2,700K to 6,500K

• The light only weights in 0.85kg with a compact size 247×134×87mm

• Featuring 70W rated power and outputs 13,360 lux @1M with reflector, 5600K

• Two output modes available–both constant and maximum modes

• High colour fidelity with an average CRI of 96 and average TLCI of 97

• FM Mount Ecosystem & Bowens mount shaping tools compatible

• Built-in 12 customisable practical effects

• Support multiple control methods: on-board, 2.4G, Bluetooth, NANLINK APP

Price: £155.00 ex. VAT

For additional information: www.nanlite.co.uk | https://macgroupus.box.com/s/85j8pb7jtw9yhvzo12yzxed0aasxxvau

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Photographers can invite their clients to meet and get time-sensitive shoots in the bag at top quality by using the 3Objectives’ central London studio at discounted rates this winter. With 1,200 square feet of high ceiling camera room and a 22 foot lens to subject distance, the studio has meeting space and offers lighting, iMac, Capture One and Adobe software, camera and lens hire along with essential backgrounds and staging.

It’s possible to arrange everything required in advance to arrive by train (or flight) without congestion charges or vehicle access problems if the client is able to provide products, models, and art direction as needed.

The studio has excellent rail, street and transport access and with staff present during working hours who can receive deliveries of items in advance of the booked shoot days. The 20% December and January discount applies to studio space bookings and the 3Ojectives Photographer. Other features include, a Capture One certified operator, hair and make-up artist or stylist if needed. Just Quote PV Dec/Jan. 

The 3Objectives studio is two minutes from the Oval tube station (Northern Line). With a corner cove, 12ft background stands and over 25 seamless colours in stock essentials include painted or plain flats, stools, plinths, black and white polyboards, silk scrim screen and more.

As an ec2i facility, you can also benefit from Synergy DAM, the group’s digital asset management service which can store, catalogue, proof, deliver and convert almost any format of image, movie, design and print production file – proof against software discontinuation and the pitfalls of popular cloud and NAS solutions.

Call Paula Brown on: 01702 541 311 or email: info@ec2i.biz w: www.ec2i.biz

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With the economy likely to grow fast and photographers reporting increasing demand for major new shoots, you can offer your clients the option to shoot in London in a studio ideal for retail fashion, products, food and drink. The 3Objectives studio in Kennington took special measures to be a useful workspace during Covid restrictions and can respond rapidly to any change. You can put a shoot in your diary with confidence and meet clients, with comfortable meeting facilities alongside 2,000 square feet of high ceiling camera room with a 22 foot lens to subject distance.

The studio has excellent rail, street and transport access and with staff present during working hours can receive deliveries of items to be photographed ready for your shoot. The studio hire comes with 27” iMac, C1 Pro and Photoshop, and lighting – you have the option of a Capture One certified operator, hair and make-up artist and stylist on request.

The 3Objectives studio is two minutes from the Oval tube station (Northern Line). With a corner cove, 12ft background stands and over 25 seamless colours in stock essentials include painted or plain flats, stools, plinths, black and white polyboards, silk scrim screen and more.

As an ec2i facility, you can also benefit from Synergy DAM, the group’s digital asset management service which can store, catalogue, proof, deliver and convert almost any format of image, movie, design and print production file – proof against software discontinuation and the pitfalls of popular cloud and NAS solutions.

Call Paula Brown on: 01702 541 311 or email: info@ec2i.biz w: www.ec2i.biz

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3Objectives is an affordable London studio available for hire for those jobs which you just can’t fit in, and they have facts and figures to help you.

The standard lens on any format, for example a 50mm lens on 24 x 36mm full frame digital, frames a typical full-length shot in a vertical composition at 3 metres or 10 feet. A couple with a ballgown or bridal dress train will need more. A group in a horizontal composition will normally need 5m/16ft clear space – and this doesn’t include extra between the background and subject, or room for the photographer to work behind the camera.

To use your favourite 70-200mm or 85mm lens even more working distance is needed but it’s worth it for the natural look of fashion and portrait shots.

The 3Objectives studio is two minutes from the Oval tube station (Northern Line) and offers 1200 square feet with a 14 foot ceiling and a 22 foot camera to subject space. With a corner cove, 12ft background stands and over 25 seamless colours in stock plus painted or plain flats, stools, plinths, black and white polyboards, silk scrim screen and other essentials.

Limited offer until the end of November – £135 for a half-day rental including colorama and Mac hire. Normal price for studio hire for full day is £435.

Call Paul Downes on 07703 660 957 or email paul@3objectives.co.uk – www.3objectives.co.uk

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