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F OCUS ISSUE 15 • APR 07 MICA (P) 324/06/2006 THEME :: THE SECOND AFFAIRCOMPOSED (LI JIA WEI) THEME CALM AND WELL A QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER FROM PHOTO: GWEE LEE Q & A CONTEST QUICK GLANCE WHAT’S WITHIN 02 03 - 33 EDITOR’S NOTE NEW RELEASE: - D40X - AF-S DX VR ZOOM-NIKKOR 55-200MM F/4-5.6G IF-ED - COOLPIX COMPARISON CHART - COOLPIX L10/L11/L12 - COOLPIX S50/S50c - COOLPIX S200/S500 - COOLPIX P5000 - EZ-MICRO - COOLPIX CONNECT 34 - 43 PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS BY STEVEN YEE 45 D-SLR WORKSHOP 46 - 47 PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST 48 - 54 FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHERGWEE LEE 55 FREE DIGITAL PHOTO WORKSHOP 56 - 60 EVENTS - CNY DINNER - IT SHOW 2007 61 Q & A CONTEST 62 DISCOVER NIKON 63 NIKON CLUB 64 COMING EVENTS & CONTACTS PG 01 W NEW PRODUCTS Welcome to Focus Focus Newsletter was created just for you, our Nikon Customer, to keep you updated with Nikon's latest developments and products. J Each issue of FOCUS will be packed with information, valuable tips, insightful profiles and more. J We're here for you, and we look forward to building on a relationship that Nikon has developed with its customers over the years, and taking it to new heights! J To obtain a copy of our newsletter ever y quarterly, kindly log in to www.nikon.com.sg/focus for free subscription. Editor : Brenda Ang Contributors : Max Sim Production : Wang Design Station Distributor : Nikon Singapore Pte Ltd NEW RELEASES : Dion Yong J 80 Anson Road #10-01/02 Thank you and enjoy reading! Fuji Xerox Towers Singapore 079907 Tel: (65) 6559 3618 Fax: (65) 6559 3665 Co. Reg. No. : 199503875K Feedback Email : [email protected] Website Front Cover PG 02 : www.nikon.com.sg/focus By THE AXQUISITE GROUP PG 03 FEATURED PRODUCT - D40x FEATURED PRODUCT - D40 camera. With multiple shutter speed of up to 1/4000th of a second, the Nikon D40x is able to freeze just about any action : sports, wildlife, children , even splashing of water! RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE S$1388 Nikon’s smallest DSLR combines a 10.2-megapixel CCD with a simple, intuitive operation designed to take great, high-resolution pictures for everyone. TOKYO – Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce the D40x, a new digital SLR incorporating a 10.2-megapixel CCD. The D40x is scheduled to launch soon in the first quarter of 2007 and is a sister model to the D40, which has a 6.1-megapixel CCD. While maintaining the compact size and por tability of the D40 camera b o d y, t h e D 4 0 x produces even more outstanding, detailed pictures thanks to its 10.2-megapixel CCD and cutting-edge digital technologies. Its resolution power makes it easy for users to print up very large sizes or crop aggressively without losing any fine details. The D40x is loaded with everything you need for truly amazing images: a 10.2megapixel CCD, Nikon’s exclusive 3D Color Matrix Metering II, an improved Image Processing Engine and superb Auto White Balance. Together with a world-famous Nikkor lens, these features combine to ensure perfect exposure, refined details and natural, vivid colors. PG 04 The D40x shares the D 4 0 ’s e r g o n o m i c design and streamlined interface, which means the same intuitive o p e r a t i o n t h a t ’s simple and fun – even for entry-level users. The bright and clear viewfinder ensures precise composition, while the 2.5-inch large LCD monitor utilizes an easy-to-use menu system and a wide viewing angle so that everyone can navigate their settings and view their images with ease. There is also a handy built-in Help menu: simply press a button and useful information on key features is displayed on the LCD monitor. INSTANT STARTUP 0.18 SECOND The D40x is fast. Its near-instant power-up (0.18 second) and fast, reliable responses help photographers act on the moment. This m e a n s t h e r e ’s n o waiting around for the HIGH-SPEED CONTINUOUS SHOOTING (IMPROVED!) Timing is everything in photography, so why not increase your chances of capturing the right moment with high-speed continuous shooting? Just hold down the shutter release button in continuous mode and you can take up to 100 frames at as fast as 3 frames per second. Great for sports and action pictures, as well as portraits or other people shots, as facial expressions can change quickly. (2.5fps for D40) BROAD ISO SENSITIVITY RANGE (IMPROVED!) Your D40x has a wide range of ISO settings: from 100 to 1600, plus one step higher (HI 1). The result: faster shutter speed capability and beautiful images without a flash in many low-light situations, all free of blur from camera-shake or subject movement. (200 to 1600 plus HI-1 for the D40). LONGER LASTING BATTERY (IMPROVED!) Some of the D40x’s major improvements include an even longer-lasting battery that allows up to 520 images* per charge under CIPA testing. (470 images* for the D40) *under CIPA testing condition DIGITAL VARI-PROGRAM MODES Nikon’s scene-optimized Digital Vari-Program modes allow the photographer to concentrate on capturing nearly any type of scene without being distracted by camera settings. All eight modes – Auto, Auto (Flash Off), Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close Up and Night Portrait – are designed to produce remarkable results by automatically calculating the best settings and ISO-equivalent sensitivity for each scene. The new mode, Auto (Flash Off), prevents the Built-in Flash from popping up while boosting the ISO, thereby allowing the photographer to take pictures in museums, concerts, school plays, weddings and other low-light situations where flash photography is prohibited. For more advanced creative control, the D40 offers Programmed Auto, Shutter-Priority Auto, Aperture-Priority Auto and Manual modes. M U LT I - C A M 5 3 0 A F S E N S O R M O D U L E Sharp focus can make or break an action shot, so when it comes to a quick focusing system, the D40X has you covered. The key is Nikon’s exclusive threearea Multi-CAM 530 AF Sensor Module. Nikon’s class-leading technology is at the heart of the system, so you’ll get incredibly fast responses. The result: tack-sharp images, even when your subjects are moving or dimly lit. RETOUCH MENU Take advantage of the amazing in-camera image editing features built into the Retouch menu. The D40X makes it easy to crop, edit and enhance your images, all without the use of a computer. PG 05 FEATURED PRODUCT - D40x The Retouch menu includes R e d - e y e correction for correcting the red-eye effect caused by flash, Filter effects for changing an image’s color balance and Image overlay for creating a double-exposure out of two selected RAW images. Simply select an image, choose an effect and press OK, and your new image is created and saved additionally on the memory card, leaving the original image intact. WIDE VARIETY OF NIKKOR LENSES One of the most important advantages of using Nikon digital SLR cameras is the wide variety of interchangeable lenses available. The D40x is fully compatible with all AF-S/AF-I Nikkor lenses*, each providing the exceptional sharpness, image clarity, color reproduction, and fast, accurate autofocus performance that Nikkor is famous for. *Autofocus is supported only with AF-S and AF-I CPU lenses, which are equipped with an autofocus motor. ASSIST IMAGES The newly introduced “assist images” help you select the appropriate settings for many camera features by showing an example image typical of that setting. FEATURED PRODUCT - AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED I N N O VAT I V E I N F O R M AT I O N D I S P L AY D40x’s innovative information displays can be shown in Classic format or with the new Graphic and Wallpaper formats for Digital Vari-Program modes and Program Auto, Shutter-priority Auto, Aperture-priority, Auto and Manual (P/S/A/M) modes. AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED List Price S$475 A COMPACT TELEPHOTO ZOOM LENS WITH VR SYSTEM FOR NIKON DSLRS TOKYO - Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce the AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED, a compact, lightweight 3.6x zoom lens featuring a host of state-of-theart optical technologies such as the Vibration Reduction (VR), Nikon ED glass element and SWM (Silent Wave Motor). The AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED has been specifically designed to complement the D80 as well as the upcoming D40 and D40x cameras. And it delivers outstanding per formance at a remarkably affordable price. The compact zoom lens offers powerful zoom performance of 55-200mm (providing a picture angle equivalent to an 82.5-300mm lens in 35mm format) and is suitable for ever y type of photography from candid portraits to sports, nature and wildlife photography. The D40x offers handy "assist images" for main camera features when you change camera settings. These images are readily available to help you select the right settings for your pictures. PG 06 The Nikon Vibration Reduction (VR) system enables users to take substantially sharper handheld pictures at slower shutter speeds. With this lens, users can take sharp pictures at shutter speeds approximately 3 stops slower* than would otherwise be possible. The VR system minimizes image vibration in the finder, making shutter release timing and image composition easier. The AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED also incorporates proven Nikon features and technologies such as the SWM, which offers quiet and smooth autofocusing, and one ED glass element that provide higher resolution and high-contrast images. The AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED is the only entry level VR lens at a very affordable price. *Under Nikon measurement conditions. PG 07 FEATURED PRODUCT - AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED MAJOR FEATURES • A compact telephoto zoom lens featuring VR and SWM at an affordable price • Vibration Reduction (VR) offers the equivalent of shutter speeds 3 stops faster for more flexible hand-held shooting • A wide 55-200mm (picture angle equivalent to 82.5-300mm lens in the 35mm format) 3.6x zoom range offers high quality images • An ED glass element helps minimize chromatic aberration, providing superior contrast and higher resolution • Compact SWM (Silent Wave Motor) for quiet autofocusing • Optical performance highly complements Nikon DSLR cameras ED glass elements VR system AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED Specifications FOCAL LENGTH 55-200mm (picture angle equivalent to a 82.5-300mm lens in the 35mm format) MAXIMUM APERTURE f/4-5.6 MINIMUM APERTURE f/22-32 LENS CONSTRUCTION 15 elements in 11 groups (one ED glass element) PICTURE ANGLE 28°50' - 8° MINIMUM FOCUS RANGE 1.1m (3.6 ft.) (through the entire zoom range) ATTACHMENT SIZE 52mm DIMENSIONS (APPROX.) 73.0 x 99.5mm (2.9 x 3.9 in.) WEIGHT (APPROX.) 335g (11.8 oz.) INCLUDED ACCESSORIES 52mm Snap-on front lens cap (LC-52), Rear lens cap (LF-1), Bayonet hood (HB-37), Flexible lens pouch (CL-0918) PG 08 PG 09 COMPARISON CHART 5.0 million 1/2.5-in. CCD 6.0 million 1/2.5-in. CCD 7.1 million 1/2.5-in. CCD 7.2 million 1/2.5-in. CCD. 7.2 million 1/2.5-in. CCD. 7.1 million 1/2.5-inch. CCD 7.1 million 1/2.5-in. CCD. 3x Zoom-Nikkor; 6.2-18.6mm (35mm [135] format picture angle: 37.5-112.5mm); f/2.8-5.2; 6 elements in 5 groups NO -40cm to infinity (∞), Macro closeup mode: 15cm to infinity (∞) 3x Zoom-Nikkor; 6.2-18.6mm (35mm [135] format picture angle: 37.5-112.5mm); f/2.8-5.2; 6 elements in 5 groups NO -40cm to infinity (∞), Macro closeup mode: 15cm to infinity (∞) 3x Zoom-Nikkor; 5.7-17.1mm (35mm [135] format picture angle: 35-105mm); f/2.8-4.7; 5 elements in 5 groups NO Optical Lens shift VR 50cm to infinity (∞), Macro closeup mode: 15cm to infinity (∞) 3x Zoom-Nikkor; 6.3-18.9mm (35mm [135] format picture angle: 38-114mm); f/3.3-4.2; 12 elements in 9 groups YES Optical lens shift VR 30cm to infinity (∞), Macro closeup mode: 4cm to infinity (∞) 3x Zoom-Nikkor; 6.3-18.9mm (35mm [135] format picture angle: 38-114mm); f/3.3-4.2; 12 elements in 9 groups YES Optical lens shift VR 30cm to infinity (∞), Macro closeup mode: 4cm to infinity (∞) 3x Zoom-Nikkor; 6.3-18.9mm (35mm [135] format picture angle: 38-114mm); f/3.1-5.9; 6 elements in 5 groups YES Electronic VR 60cm to infinity (∞), Macro closeup mode: 10cm to infinity (∞) 3x Zoom-Nikkor; 5.7-17.1mm (35mm [135] format picture angle: 35-105mm); f/2.8-4.7; 5 elements in 5 groups YES Optical lens shift VR 50cm to infinity (∞), Macro closeup mode: 15cm to infinity (∞) ViewFinder Type LCD Monitor -2.0-inch type; 153,000-dot TFT LCD with brightness adjustment -2.4-inch type; 115,000-dot TFT LCD with brightness adjustment -2.5-inch type; 115,000-dot, TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating SD / SDHC Cards and internal memory (approx. 7MB) Quicktime Movie With sound: TV movie (640) at 30fps/15fps, Small size (320) at 30fps/15fps, Smaller size (160) at 15fps SD / SDHC Cards and internal memory (approx. 7MB) Quicktime Movie With sound: TV movie (640) at 30fps/15fps, Small size (320) at 30fps/15fps, Smaller size (160) at 15fps SD / SDHC Cards and internal memory (approx. 21MB) AVI With sound: TV movie (640) at 30fps, Small size (320) at 30fps/15fps, Smaller size (160) at 15fps; Stop-motion (640) -2.5-inch type; 230,000-dot TFT LCD monitor with anti-reflection coating SD / SDHC Cards s and internal memory (approx. 26MB) AVI movie With sound: TV movie (640) at 30fps, Small size (320) at 30fps/15fps, Smaller size (160) at 15fps; Without sound: Timelapse movie at 30fps, Stop-motion movie 4-1/2000 Auto (auto gain ISO 64-800) 4-1/2000 Auto (auto gain ISO 64-800) 4-1/1500 Auto (auto gain ISO 50-1600) -3.0-inch type; 230,000-dot wide viewing angle TFT LCD with antireflection coating SD / SDHC Cards and internal memory (approx. 13MB) Quicktime Movie With sound: TV movie (640) at 30fps, Pictmotion (640) at 10fps, Small size (320) at 30fps, Smaller size (160) at 15fps; Without sound: Time-lapse movie at 30fps, Stopmotion movie (640) at 5, 10, 15fps, Electronic VR (Vibration Reduction) available (except for Time-lapse movie) 4-1/2000 Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600 -2.5-inch type; 153,000-dot, TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating Storage Media -3.0-inch type; 230,000-dot wide viewing angle TFT LCD with antireflection coating SD / SDHC Cards and internal memory (approx. 13MB) Quicktime Movie With sound: TV movie (640) at 30fps, Pictmotion (640) at 10fps, Small size (320) at 30fps, Smaller size (160) at 15fps; Without sound: Time-lapse movie at 30fps, Stopmotion movie (640) at 5, 10, 15fps, Electronic VR (Vibration Reduction) available (except for Time-lapse movie) 4-1/2000 Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600 4-1/1000 Auto, ISO 50, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1000 4-1/1500 Auto, 50, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 2000 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- Full-speed USB 2.0 (12Mbps) Video OUT (NTSC/PAL) Full-speed USB 2.0 (12Mbps) Video OUT (NTSC/PAL), ImageLink Full-speed USB 2.0 (12Mbps) AV OUT (NTSC/PAL), ImageLink Full-speed USB 2.0 (12Mbps) Audio Video output (NTSC/PAL) -- -- -- -- -- -Two AA alkaline, oxyride, or lithium batteries, two EN-MH1 rechargeable NiMH batteries (optional), EH-65A AC adapter (optional) Approx. 250 shots with alkaline, 600 shots with lithium, 300 shots with EN-MH1, or 250 shots with oxyride batteries (based on CIPA standard) Approx. 89.5 x 60.5 x 26mm Approx. 115 g (4.1 oz.) -Two AA alkaline, oxyride, or lithium batteries, two EN-MH1 rechargeable NiMH batteries (optional), EH-65A AC adapter (optional) Approx. 250 shots with alkaline, 600 shots with lithium, 300 shots with EN-MH1, or 250 shots with oxyride batteries (based on CIPA standard) Approx. 89.5 x 60.5 x 27mm Approx. 125 g (4.4 oz.) -Two AA alkaline, oxyride, or lithium batteries, two EN-MH1 rechargeable NiMH batteries (optional), EH-65A AC adapter (optional) Approx. 150 shots with alkaline, 600 shots with lithium, or 370 shots with EN-MH1 batteries (based on CIPA standard) YES Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL8 (supplied), AC Adapter EH-64 (optional) Hi-Speed USB, IEEE 802.11b/g AV/USB cable, EH-64 AC adapter and ImageLink IEEE 802.11b/g, wireless range up to 50m (depending on environment) YES Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL8, AC Adapter EH-64 (supplied) Full-speed USB 2.0 (12Mbps) AV OUT (NTSC/PAL) -- Hi-Speed USB AV/USB cable, EH-64 AC adapter and ImageLink -- 8-1/2000 Auto, 64, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 2000, 3200 (ISO 3200: 5M or smaller) Yes, iTTL with SB-400. SB-600 and SB-800 Full-speed USB 2.0 (12Mbps) Audio Video output (NTSC/PAL) -Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL10 (supplied), AC Adapter EH-62D (optional) -Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL10 (supplied), AC Adapter EH-62D (optional) -Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5 (supplied), AC Adapter EH-62A (optional) Approx. 130 shots with EN-EL8 battery (based on CIPA standard) Approx. 130 shots with EN-EL8 battery (based on CIPA standard) Approx. 230 shots with EN-EL10 battery (based on CIPA standard) Approx. 180 shots with EN-EL10 battery (based on CIPA standard) Approx. 250 shots with EN-EL5 battery (based on CIPA standard) Approx. 91 x 61 x 26mm Approx. 125 g (4.4 oz.) Approx. 92.5 x 59 x 21mm Approx. 125 g (4.4 oz.) Approx. 97.5 x 59 x 21mm Approx. 125 g (4.4 oz.) Approx. 91.5 x 56.5 x 18.5mm Approx. 125 g (4.4 oz.) Approx. 88 x 51 x 22 mm Approx. 125 g (4.4 oz.) Approx. 98 x 64.5 x 41mm Approx. 200 g (7.1 oz.) Effective Pixels Image Sensor Lens AF Assist Vibration Reduction Focus Range Video Recording Min – Max Shutter Sensitivity Accessory Shoe Interface I/O Terminal Wireless Capability Pictmotion Power Requirements Battery Life Dimensions Weight (without batteries) PG 10 SD / SDHC memory cards and internal memory (approx.20MB) AVI With sound: TV movie (640) at 30fps, Small size (320) at 30fps/15fps, Smaller size (160) at 15fps; Without sound: Timelapse movie at 30fps, Stop-motion (640), Electronic VR (Vibration Reduction) available except with Time-lapse movie 10.0 million 1/1.8-in. CCD. Total pixels (approx. 10.37 million) 3.5x Zoom-Nikkor; 7.5-26.3mm (35mm [135] format picture angle: 36-126mm); f/2.7-5.3; 7 elements in 6 groups YES Optical lens shift VR 30cm to infinity (∞) [W], 70cm to infinity (∞) [T]Macro close-up mode: 4cm to infinity (∞) Optical view finder (OVF) 2.5-inch type; 230,000-dot TFT LCD monitor with anti-reflection coating SD / SDHC Cards and internal memory (approx. 21MB) AVI movie With sound: TV movie (640) at 30fps/15fps, Small size (320) at 15fps, Smaller size (160) at 15fps, Sepia (320) at 15fps, Monochromatic (320) at 15fps; Without sound: Time-lapse movie at 30fps PG 11 FEATURED PRODUCT - COOLPIX L10 & L11 FEATURED PRODUCT - COOLPIX L10 & L11 RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE COOLPIX L10: S$279 | COOLPIX L11: S$ 329 EASY SHOOTING WITH SMOOTH OPERATION, ENABLING ANYONE TO GET GREAT RESULTS, MORE OF THE TIME. Tokyo – Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce the introduction of the COOLPIX L11 and the COOLPIX L10. With the COOLPIX L11 packing 6.0 effective megapixels and the L10 packing 5.0 effective megapixels, and both cameras offering easy operation, they enable even absolute beginners to take great-looking pictures. Each featuring a powerful 3x Nikkor-Zoom lens with a focal range of 37.5-112.5mm (35mm equivalent), the COOLPIX L11 and L10 make it easy for users to capture special moments with friends and family, anytime. And because they offer the aforementioned image resolution of 6.0 and 5.0 effective megapixels respectively, the COOLPIX L11 and L10 are great for capturing fine detail with sharpness that remains even when images are significantly enlarged. Both cameras additionally feature large LCD monitors that make for easy image composition and handy playback anywhere. The LCD of the COOLPIX L11 measures an impressive 2.4-inches across while that of the L10 measures 2.0-inches across – ample dimensions that make it easy for everyone to gather round and enjoy the results. PG 12 ISO 800 CAPABILITY EXTENDS SHOOTING IN LOW LIGHT Accurately measuring available light, the L11 and L10 automatically select the best sensitivity setting. And with impressive sensitivity range up to ISO 800, they make it easy to take great looking pictures in low light conditions. COMPATIBLE WITH AA BATTERIES Unlike many compact digital cameras on the market the COOLPIX L11 and the COOLPIX L10 are compatible with AA-size batteries. Thanks to this advantage, users never have to worry about recharging their batteries or running out of power at an unfortunate moment. They can simply pick up a new set of batteries no matter where they are in the world and keep on shooting without worry. SDHC MEMORY C A R D C O M PAT I B L E The COOLPIX L11 and L10 both support SD up to 2GB and SDHC of 4GB and above. SD High Capacity (SDHCTM) card is the new SD™ memor y card based on the SDA 2.00 specification, introduced by the SD Card Association. This new SDA 2.00 specification enables SD cards to reach higher capacities 4GB-32GB. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION EFFECTIVE PIXELS L11: 6.0 million L10: 5.0 million IMAGE SENSOR 1/2.5-in. CCD; total pixels: approx. 6.18 million (L11) / 5.05 million total pixels (L10) LENS: 3x Zoom-Nikkor 6.2-18.6mm (35mm [135] format picture angle: 37.5-112.5mm) ; f/2.8-5.2; 6 elements in 5 groups; Digital zoom: up to 4x (35mm [135] format picture angle: approx. 450mm) FOCUS RANGE (FROM LENS): 40cm (1 ft. 4 in.) to infinity (∞), MONITOR L11: 2.4-in., 115,000-dot, TFT LCD with brightness adjustment Macro close-up mode: 15cm (5.9 in.) to infinity (∞) L10: 2.0-in., 153,000-dot, TFT LCD with brightness adjustment STORAGE MEDIA: Internal memory (approx. 7 MB), SD / SDHC memory cards MOVIE: Quicktime Movie with sound: TV movie (640) at 30fps/15fps, Small size (320) at 30fps/15fps, Smaller size (160) at 15fps IMAGE SIZE (PIXELS) L11: 2816 x 2112 (High: 2816*/Normal: 2816), 2048 x 1536 (Normal: 2048), 1024 x 768 (PC screen: 1024), 640 x 480 (TV screen: 640) L10: 2560 x 1920 SIMPLY BETTER PORTRAITS The COOLPIX L11 and L10 both feature three unique Nikon innovations that enable anyone to improve their images in-camera– (High: 2560*/Normal: 2560), 2048 x 1536 (Normal: 2048), 1024 x 768 (PC screen: 1024), 640 x 480 (TV screen: 640) ISO SENSITIVITY Auto (auto gain ISO 64-800) BUILT-IN FLASH Range: (W) approx. 0.4-3.0m (1 ft. 4 in. – 9 ft. 10 in.), (T) approx. 0.4-2.5m (1 ft. 4 in. – 8 ft. 2 in.) INTERFACE: USB • Face-priority AF that automatically detects and achieves sharp focus on people’s faces wherever they are in the frame. LANGUAGES: Czech, Danish, German, English, Spanish, French, Indonesian, Italian, Dutch, • In-Camera Red-Eye Fix that can automatically overcome the red-eye effect sometimes caused by flash. BATTERY LIFE (APPROX.): • Nikon’s D-Lighting that can rescue underexposed images or shots taken with too much backlight. Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Finnish, Swedish, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Japanese, Korean, Thai POWER SOURCES: Two AA alkaline, oxyride, or lithium batteries, two EN-MH1 rechargeable NiMH batteries (optional), EH-65A AC adapter (optional) Approx. 250 shots with alkaline, 600 shots with lithium, or 300 shots with EN-MH1, or 250 shots with oxyride batteries (based on CIPA standard) DIMENSIONS (WxHxD): L11: 89.5 x 60.5 x 27 mm (3.5 x 2.4 x 1.1 in.) excluding projections L10: 89.5 x 60.5 x 26 mm (3.5 x 2.4 x 1.0 in.) excluding projections WEIGHT: L11: Approx. 125 g (4.4 oz.) without battery and SD memory card L10: Approx. 115 g (4.1 oz.) without battery and SD memory card PG 13 FEATURED PRODUCT - COOLPIX L12 FEATURED PRODUCT - COOLPIX L12 touch of a handy One-touch portrait button, they comprise: •.Face-priority AF that automatically detects and achieves sharp focus on people’s faces wherever they are in the frame. • In-Camera Red-Eye Fix that can automatically overcome the red-eye effect sometimes caused by flash, and RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE L12: S$379 TAKE PLEASING PICTURES WITH EASY OPERATION AND OVERCOME CAMERA SHAKE AT A TOUCH. Tokyo – Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce the introduction of the COOLPIX L12. A quality compact digital camera that combines quality performance with exceptionally easy operation, the COOLPIX L12 also offers the advantage of VR image stabilization that enables even absolute beginners to take sharp and steady shots in unstable conditions. Offering the full imaging potential of 7.1 effective megapixels, the COOLPIX L12 captures true-tolife color with fine detail that remains even when images are considerably enlarged. The COOLPIX L12 also features a powerful 3x Zoom-Nikkor lens with an ample range of 35-105mm that delivers the compositional potential to capture everything from closely composed portraits to wide-open views. VR IMAGE STABILIZATION CORRECTS CAMERA SHAKE One of the key advantages of the COOLPIX L12 is its optical lens shift VR ability that overcomes camera shake to produce clearer, steadier images. And because the function remains PG 14 active as long as the camera is switched on, it produces a sharper image on the LCD that makes it easier to choose the right moment to shoot. The COOLPIX L12 also features a handy AntiShake button, too, that activates three features simultaneously for sharper images – lens shift VR, High-Sensitivity mode and BSS (Best Shot Selector). ISO 1600 CAPABILITY EXTENDS SHOOTING IN LOW LIGHT The COOLPIX L12 takes great pictures in more challenging conditions as well, thanks to high light sensitivity up to ISO 1600. Not only does such sensitivity make it easy to achieve better pictures when shooting with less available light, but it also enables faster shutter speeds that are essential for the capture of fast-moving subjects. SIMPLY BETTER PORTRAITS The COOLPIX L12 also boasts three unique Nikon innovations that allow anyone to take better pictures in difficult conditions. Instantly accessible at the • Nikon’s D-Lighting that can rescue underexposed images or shots taken with too much backlight. COMPATIBLE WITH AA BATTERIES Unlike many compact digital cameras on the market the COOLPIX L12 are compatible with AA-size batteries. Thanks to this advantage, users never have to worr y about recharging their batteries or running out of power at an unfortunate moment. They can simply pick up a new set of batteries no matter where they are in the world a n d k e e p o n s h o o t i n g w i t h o u t w o r r y. SDHC MEMORY C A R D C O M PAT I B L E The COOLPIX 12 support SD up to 2GB and SDHC of 4GB and above. SD High Capacity (SDHCTM) card is the new SD™ memory card based on the SDA2.00 specification, introduced by the SD Card Association. This new SDA 2.00 specification enables SD cards to reach higher capacities - 4GB-32GB. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION EFFECTIVE PIXELS 7.1 million IMAGE SENSOR 1/2.5-in. CCD; total pixels: approx. 7.41 million LENS 3x Zoom-Nikkor; 5.7-17.1mm (35mm [135] format picture angle: 35-105mm); f/2.8-4.7; 5 elements in 5 groups; Digital zoom: up to 4x (35mm [135] format picture angle: approx. 420mm) FOCUS RANGE (FROM LENS) 50cm (1 ft. 8 in.) to infinity (∞), Macro close-up mode: 15cm (5.9 in.) to infinity (∞) MONITOR 2.5-in., 115,000-dot, TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating STORAGE MEDIA Internal memory (approx. 21 MB) and SD memory cards MOVIE AVI Movie with sound: TV movie (640) at 30fps, Small size (320) at 30fps/15fps, Smaller size (160) at 15fps; Stop-motion (640) IMAGE SIZE (PIXELS) 3072 x 2304 (High: 3072*, Normal: 3072), 2592 x 1944 (Normal: 2592), 2048 x 1536 (Normal: 2048), 1024 x 768 (PC screen: 1024), 640 x 480 (TV screen: 640), 3072 x 1728 (16:9) VIBRATION REDUCTION (VR) Lens shift VR ISO SENSITIVITY Auto (auto gain ISO 50-1600) BUILT-IN FLASH Range: (W) 0.5-8.0m (1 ft. 8 in. – 26 ft. 3 in.), (T) approx. 0.5-4.5m (1 ft. 8 in. – 14 ft. 9 in.) INTERFACE USB LANGUAGES Czech, Danish, German, English, Spanish, French, Indonesian, Italian, Dutch, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Finnish, Swedish, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Japanese, Korean, Thai POWER SOURCES Two AA alkaline, oxyride, or lithium batteries, two EN-MH1 rechargeable NiMH batteries (optional), EH-65A AC adapter (optional) BATTERY LIFE Approx. 150 shots with alkaline, 600 shots with lithium, or 370 shots with EN-MH1 batteries (based on CIPA standard) DIMENSIONS (WxHxD) 91 x 61 x 26 mm (3.6 x 2.4 x 1.0 in.) excluding projections WEIGHT Approx. 125 g (4.4 oz.) without battery and SD memory card PG 15 FEATURED PRODUCT - S50/S50c FEATURED PRODUCT - S50/S50c compositional freedom, but also overcome the effects of camera shake to produce clearer, sharper images. Whenever the power is switched on, the image appears stabilized on the large LCD monitor until the moment the shutter is pressed. And the system is so effective, it’s like shooting at a shutter speed three stops faster. RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE COOLPIX S50: S$499 | COOLPIX S50c: S$549 OUTSTANDING STYLE AND PHOTO ENJOYMENT – WITH STATE-OF-THEART DESIGN, ADVANCES FOR MORE SUCCESSFUL SHOOTING AND EXCITING FEATURES FOR SHARING. Tokyo – Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce the introduction of the COOLPIX S50c and the COOLPIX S50. Two outstanding compact digital cameras with stylish wave-surface designs, they offer a variety of advanced functions and make it easy to share the joy of successful shooting. What’s more, the COOLPIX S50c also offers the additional advantage of built-in Wi-Fi capability. Not only do both the COOLPIX S50c and the COOLPIX S50 feature powerful 7.2 effective megapixel imaging capability that allows images to stay sharp even when significantly enlarged. They also incorporate an especially compact builtin “right-angle” optical VR lens. Combining pleasing 38-114mm (35mm equivalent) performance with minimal dimensions, these 3x Zoom-Nikkor lenses make it easy to compose all kinds of shots ranging from tight portraits to wideopen landscapes. Thanks to their large 3.0-inch wide-angle LCD monitors, composition with the COOLPIX S50c PG 16 and the COOLPIX S50 is a cinch. The large screen also makes it easy to play back images anywhere and an anti-reflection coating means it’s always easy to see the image on the screen – even in direct sunlight. Furthermore, the screen serves as an excellent platform for the Pictmotion function that allows users to select their favorite movies and images, then combine them with music and visual styles to share images in a more entertaining manner. And as the Pictmotion function has now been improved with new VGA quality, users can enjoy clearer display when viewing Pictmotion through TV output. VR IMAGE STABILIZATION CORRECTS CAMERA SHAKE The COOLPIX S50c and the COOLPIX S50 each feature an especially compact built-in “right-angle” optical VR 3x Zoom-Nikkor lens. Offering a pleasing 38-114mm range (35mm equivalent), they not only deliver great Coupled with a handy Anti-Shake button that overcomes camera shake by activating lens shift VR, High-Sensitivity mode and BSS all at once, the COOLPIX S50/S50c produce shots that are steady, sharp and much more satisfying. ISO 1600 CAPABILITY EXTENDS SHOOTING IN LOW LIGHT Light sensitivity can be manually set as high as ISO 1600. This creates new creates new opportunities to take sharper, more natural looking photos in lower lighting conditions. This allows the use of faster shutter speeds to avoid blurred results when shooting moving subjects or in locations with insufficient lighting. INNOVATIVE NIKON IN-CAMERA CORRECTION FEATURES The COOLPIX S50 and S50c feature a selection of three innovative functions that provide the ability to actually improve the quality of images within the camera. Face-priority AF automatically finds, then focuses on people’s faces for crisp, clear results time after time. In-Camera Red-Eye Fix automatically compensates to help eradicate traces of the annoying red-eye effect that can sometimes be encountered during flash photography. Completing the set is D-Lighting, which can be applied to improve underexposed images or shots taken with too much backlight. D-Lighting automatically creates a copy of the image with detail added where necessary, but with well-exposed areas left completely untouched. * Face recognition capability may be limited in some shooting conditions. PICTMOTION Pictmotion lets users select favorite images and movies, then combine them with music pieces pre-installed, 10 pieces loadable) and visual styles to create an entertaining audiovisual show for enjoyment anywhere. Now offering VGA q u a l i t y, P i c t m o t i o n o f f e r s e v e n c l e a r e r display when viewed through TV output. COOLPIX CONNECT WITH WIRELESS TRANSFER (FOR COOLPIX S50c ONLY) The COOLPIX S50c features a builtin wireless unit that enables IEEE 802.11b/g LAN support. Thanks to this, users can make the most of Nikon’s exciting COOLPIX CONNECT ser vices comprising Picture Mail and Picture Bank. Picture Mail makes it easy to share the joy of photography with friends and family by wirelessly PG 17 FEATURED PRODUCT - S50/S50c FEATURED PRODUCT - S200 uploading pictures from the COOLPIX S50c to the Nikon server, then sending an email message informing recipients of the URL where they are stored. Recipients can then view the images, download them or enjoy them as a slideshow. Picture Bank, on the other hand, can start automatically when an AC adapter is connected or be operated manually, establishing a wireless connection to the Nikon server, then securely uploading pictures not previously uploaded. SDHC MEMORY C A R D C O M PAT I B L E The COOLPIX S200 support SD up to 2GB and SDHC of 4GB and above SD High Capacity (SDHCTM) card is the new SD™ memor y card based on the SDA 2.00 specification, introduced by the SD Card Association. This new SDA 2.00 specification enables SD cards to reach higher capacities 4GB-32GB. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION EFFECTIVE PIXELS 7.2 million IMAGE SENSOR 1/2.5-in. CCD; total pixels: approx.7.41 million LENS 3x Zoom-Nikkor; 6.3-18.9mm (35mm [135] format picture angle: 38-114mm); RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE S$429 SLIM STYLING AND FINE QUALITY THAT MAKES DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY MORE FUN EVERYWHERE YOU GO f/3.3-4.2; 12 elements in 9 groups; Digital zoom: up to 4x (35mm [135] format Tokyo — Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce true-to-life color. Electronic VR (Vibration Reduction) picture angle: 456mm) the introduction of the COOLPIX S200. Packing compensates for camera shake or movement by style, advanced functions and high performance unsteady subjects to realize yet sharper results. FOCUS RANGE (FROM LENS) 30cm (1 ft.) to infinity (∞), Macro close-up mode: 4cm (1.6 in.) to infinity (∞) MONITOR 3.0-in., 230,000-dot, wide viewing angle TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating STORAGE MEDIA Internal memory (approx. 13 MB), SD memory cards into an ultra-slim design, this new compact digital MOVIE Quicktime Movie With sound: TV movie (640) at 30fps, Pictmotion (640) camera lets anybody enjoy the ease and quality VR IMAGE STABILIZATION CORRECTS CAMERA of COOLPIX photography. SHAKE at 10fps, Small size (320) at 30fps, Smaller size (160) at 15fps; Without sound: Time-lapse movie at 30fps, Stop-motion movie (640) at 5, 10, 15fps, Electronic VR The COOLPIX S200 features (Vibration Reduction) available (except for Time-lapse movie) IMAGE SIZE (PIXELS) 3072 x 2304 (High: 3072*/Normal: 3072), 2592 x 1944 (Normal: 2592), With its advanced 2048 x 1536 (Normal: 2048), 1024 x 768 (PC: 1024), 640 x 480 (TV: 640), 3072 x 1728 (16:9) electronic Vibration Reduction functions wrapped (VR) capability that allows users to overcome the ef fects of VIBRATION REDUCTION (VR) Optical lens shift VR comfortably into a ISO SENSITIVITY ISO 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, Auto (auto gain ISO 100-800) super-thin aluminum camera shake to produce PICTMOTION 5 styles selectable to playback movies or up to 200 still images, 5 music files body measuring just 18.5mm*, the COOLPIX S200 satisfyingly sharp images. Taking data from a built-in angular velocity sensor, the system applies pre-installed, max. 10 music files loadable* BUILT-IN FLASH Range: (W) 0.3 to 6.0m (12 in. to 19 ft. 8 in.), (T) 0.3 to 4.0 (12 in. to 13 ft. 1 in.) blends classic camera design with sophisticated INTERFACE S50c: Hi-Speed USB, IEEE 802.11b/g, S50: Hi-Speed USB styling. And its quality materials and construction in-camera image processing to turn blurred images LANGUAGES Czech, Danish, German, English, Spanish, French, Indonesian, Italian, Dutch, are instantly recognizable when taken into the into beautifully sharp results. Anti-Shake mode hand. also employs e-VR to deliver clearer, more stable Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Finnish, Swedish, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Japanese, Korean, Thai POWER SOURCES Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL8 (supplied), AC Adapter EH-64 (S50c: supplied, S50: optional) images in diverse shooting situations. Combining 7.1 effective megapixels of imaging BATTERY LIFE Approx. 130 shots with EN-EL8 battery (based on CIPA standard) DIMENSIONS (WxHxD) S50c: Approx. 97.5 x 59 x 21 mm (3.8 x 2.3 x 0.8 in.) excluding projections, performance with a 38-114mm (35mm equivalent) S50: Approx. 92.5 x 59 x 21 mm (3.6 x 2.3 x 0.8 in.) excluding projections 3x Zoom-Nikkor lens, the COOLPIX S200 ably WEIGHT Approx. 125 g (4.4 oz.) without battery and SD memory card SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES** Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL8, AC adapter EH-64 (S50c), Battery Charger MH-62 (S50), AV/USB Cable UC-E12, Strap, Printer Dock Accessory: captures everything from panoramic landscapes to close-up portraits with outstanding clarity and Dock Insert PV-12, PictureProject CD-ROM PG 18 PG 19 FEATURED PRODUCT - S200 FEATURED PRODUCT - S200 ANTI-SHAKE MODE Face-priority AF automatically finds, then focuses Anti-shake mode adds to the fun of carefree on people’s faces for crisp, clear results time after EFFECTIVE PIXELS 7.1 million shooting without compromising image quality, time. In-Camera Red-Eye Fix automatically IMAGE SENSOR 1/2.5-inch type (Approx. 7.41 million total pixels) automatically activating e-VR, setting the optimal compensates to help eradicate traces of the LENS 3x Zoom-Nikkor; 6.3-18.9mm (35mm [135] format picture angle: 38-114mm); ISO for steady results, and employing BSS (Best annoying red-eye effect that can sometimes be Shot Selector) to select the sharpest image from encountered during flash photography. Completing FOCUS RANGE (FROM LENS) 60cm (2 ft.) to infinity (∞), Macro close-up mode: 10cm (3.9 in.) to infinity (∞) up to ten sequential shots. And High-Sensitivity the set is D-Lighting, which can be applied to MONITOR 2.5-in., 153,000-dot, TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating mode makes the most of the cameras’ extended improve underexposed images or shots taken with STORAGE MEDIA Internal memory (approx. 20 MB), SD memory cards light sensitivity range by choosing the optimal too much backlight. D-Lighting automatically MOVIE AVI Movie with sound: TV movie (640) at 30fps, Small size (320) at 30fps/15fps, setting up to ISO 1000, a major benefit when creates a copy of the image with detail added TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION f/3.1-5.9; 6 elements in 5 groups; Digital zoom: up to 4x (35mm [135] format picture angle: 456mm) Smaller size (160) at 15fps; Without sound: Time-lapse movie at 30fps, Stop-motion (640), Electronic VR (Vibration Reduction) available except with Time-lapse movie IMAGE SIZE (PIXELS) 3072 x 2304 (High: 3072*/Normal: 3072), 2592 x 1944 (Normal: 2592), 2048 x 1536 shooting fast-moving subjects or aiming to achieve where necessary, but with well-exposed areas left clearer results in lower light. completely untouched. VIBRATION REDUCTION (VR) Electronic VR * Face recognition capability may be limited in some shooting ISO SENSITIVITY ISO 50, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1000, Auto (auto gain ISO 50-800) ISO 1000 CAPABILITY EXTENDS SHOOTING IN conditions. LOW LIGHT Light sensitivity can be manually SDHC MEMORY CARD (Normal: 2048), 1024 x 768 (PC: 1024), 640 x 480 (TV: 640), 3072 x 1728 (16:9) BUILT-IN FLASH Range: (W) 0.6 to 5.4m (2 ft. to 17 ft. 9 in.), (T) 0.6 to 2.8m (2 ft. to9 ft. 2 in.) INTERFACE USB SUPPORTED LANGUAGES Czech, Danish, German, English, Spanish, French, Indonesian, Italian, Dutch, C O M PAT I B L E set as high as ISO 1000. This The COOLPIX S200 support allows the use of faster shutter SD up to 2GB and SDHC speeds to avoid blurred results Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Finnish, Swedish, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Japanese, Korean, Thai POWER SOURCES Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL10 (supplied), AC Adapter EH-62D (optional) BATTERY LIFE Approx. 230 shots with EN-EL10 battery (based on CIPA standard) of 4GB and above. SD High DIMENSIONS (WxHxD) Approx. 91.5 x 56.5 x 18.5 mm (3.6 x 2.2 x 0.7 in.) excluding projections when shooting moving subjects Capacity (SDHCTM) card WEIGHT Approx. 125 g (4.4 oz.) without battery and SD memory card or in locations with insufficient lighting. A new is the new SD™ memory card based on the SDA SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES* Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL10, Battery Charger MH-63, USB Cable UC-E6, image-processing engine with enhanced noise 2.00 specification, introduced by the SD Card reduction and an improved signal-to-noise ratio Association. This new SDA 2.00 specification preserves high image quality and demonstrates enables SD cards to reach higher capacities - superior light sensitivity. In High Sensitivity mode, 4GB-32GB. Audio Video Cable EG-CP14, Strap, PictureProject CD-ROM OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES AC Adapter EH-62D the ISO setting is automatically adjusted from ISO 50 to as high as ISO 1000 to ensure optimal exposure and carefree shooting in lower light. INNOVATIVE NIKON IN-CAMERA CORRECTION FEATURES The COOLPIX S200 features a selection of three innovative functions that provide the ability to actually improve the quality of images within the camera. PG 20 PG 21 FEATURED PRODUCT - S500 FEATURED PRODUCT - S500 RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE S$549 THE ULTIMATE IN RESPONSIVE PERFORMANCE ELEGANTLY WRAPPED IN THE WORLD’S SMALLEST BODY To k y o — N i k o n Corporation is pleased to announce the introduction of the COOLPIX S500. B l e n d i n g sophisticated styling and quality construction with advanced features and high performance, the COOLPIX S500 brings pure enjoyment and new meaning to carrying a compact digital camera. Combining 7.1 effective megapixels of resolution and a new high-performance image-processing engine with a 35-105mm (equivalent with 35mm format picture angle) 3x Zoom-Nikkor lens, the COOLPIX S500 ably captures everything from panoramic vistas to close-up portraits with outstanding clarity and true-to-life color. Nikon chose stainless steel for the body to deliver an elegant package that clearly demonstrates dedication to quality materials and craftsmanship. Not only does it provide a solid metallic feel and reassuringly firm grip, but the chic contours and PG 22 classic camera appeal of the most compact digital camera* among competing models also flaunt its appeal. The same dedication to engineering excellence is also found in the slim design of the lens and its image-stabilizing optical lens shift VR unit. In some regions, the COOLPIX S500 will be available in a choice of Urban Black or Silver body colors. VR IMAGE STABILIZATION CORRECTS CAMERA SHAKE The COOLPIX S500 features proven lens shift VR (Vibration Reduction) technology originally developed for interchangeable lenses used with Nikon SLR camera systems. Nikon's exclusive VR system provides the ability to shoot at shutter speeds as much as three steps slower without blurring the image, helping to overcome camera shake and stabilize shots of unsteady subjects. Active the whole time the COOLPIX S500 is turned on, VR also stabilizes images displayed on the 2.5-inch high-resolution LCD, making it easier to frame shots and capture the moment as intended. ANTI-SHAKE MODE One press of the button activates Anti-Shake mode for clearer results in low light or at telephoto focal length settings. High-ISO automatically sets the optimal ISO and works with VR (Vibration Reduction) to deliver steady results, while BSS (Best Shot Selector) selects and saves the sharpest image from up to ten sequential shots. ISO 2000 CAPABILITY EXTENDS SHOOTING IN LOW LIGHT Light sensitivity can be manually set as high as ISO 2000, allowing the camera to select faster shutter speeds and prevent blurred results when shooting in lower lighting conditions or when capturing fast-moving subjects. A new image-processing engine with enhanced noise reduction and an improved signal-to-noise ratio preserves high image quality, even when shooting at the high ISO settings it makes possible. In High Sensitivity mode, the ISO setting is automatically adjusted from ISO 50 to as high as ISO 1600 to ensure optimal exposure and carefree shooting in lower light. Face-priority AF automatically finds, then focuses on people’s faces for crisp, clear results time after time. In-Camera RedEye Fix automatically compensates to help eradicate traces of the annoying red-eye effect that can sometimes be encountered during flash photography. Completing the set is D-Lighting, which can be applied to improve underexposed images or shots taken with too much backlight. D-Lighting automatically creates a copy of the image with detail added where necessary, but with well-exposed areas left completely untouched. * Face recognition capability may be limited in some shooting conditions. SDHC MEMORY C A R D C O M PAT I B L E The COOLPIX S500 support SD up to 2GB and SDHC of 4GB and above. SD High Capacity (SDHCTM) card is the new SD™ memor y card based on the SDA 2.00 specification, introduced by the SD Card Association. This new SDA 2.00 specification enables SD cards to reach higher capacities 4GB-32GB. INNOVATIVE NIKON IN-CAMERA CORRECTION FEATURES The One-touch portrait button makes it easier than ever to take great-looking photographs by offering direct access to a selection of three innovative functions that provide the ability to actually improve the quality of images within the camera. PG 23 FEATURED PRODUCT - S500 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION EFFECTIVE PIXELS 7.1 million IMAGE SENSOR 1/2.5-in. CCD; total pixels: approx. 7.38 millions LENS: 3x Zoom-Nikkor; 5.7-17.1mm (35mm [135] format picture angle: 35-105mm); f/2.8-4.7; 5 elements in 5 groups; Digital zoom: up to 4x (35mm [135] format picture angle: 420mm) FOCUS RANGE (FROM LENS) 50cm (1 ft. 8 in.) to infinity (∞), Macro close-up mode: 15cm (5.9 in.) to infinity (∞) MONITOR 2.5-in., 230,000-dot, TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating STORAGE MEDIA Internal memory (approx. 26 MB), SD memory cards MOVIE With sound: TV movie (640) at 30fps, Small size (320) at 30fps/15fps, Smaller size (160) at 15fps; Without sound: Time-lapse movie at 30fps, Stop-motion movie IMAGE SIZE (PIXELS) 3072 x 2304 (High: 3072*/Normal: 3072), 2592 x 1944 (Normal: 2592), 2048 x 1536 (Normal: 2048), 1024 x 768 (PC: 1024), 640 x 480 (TV: 640), 3072 x 1728 (16:9) VIBRATION REDUCTION (VR) Optical lens shift VR ISO SENSITIVITY ISO 50, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 2000, Auto (auto gain ISO 50-1000) BUILT-IN FLASH Range: (W) 0.5 to 7.5m (1 ft. 8 in. to 24 ft. 7 in.), (T) 0.5 to 4.0m S200 & S500 Ad (1 ft. 8 in. to 13 ft. 1 in.) INTERFACE USB LANGUAGES Czech, Danish, German, English, Spanish, French, Indonesian, Italian, Dutch, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Finnish, Swedish, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Japanese, Korean, Thai POWER SOURCES Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL10 (supplied), AC Adapter EH-62D (optional) BATTERY LIFE Approx. 180 shots with EN-EL10 battery (based on CIPA standard) DIMENSIONS (WxHxD) Approx. 88 x 51 x 22 mm (3.5 x 2.0 x 0.9 in.) excluding projections WEIGHT Approx. 125 g (4.4 oz.) without battery and SD memory card SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES* Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL10, Battery Charger MH-63, USB Cable UC-E6, Audio Video Cable EG-CP14, Strap, PictureProject CD-ROM PG 24 PG 25 FEATURED PRODUCT - COOLPIX P5000 FEATURED PRODUCT - COOLPIX P5000 panel, an optical viewfinder, a textured finish that is reminiscent of the feel of leather, and a comfortable new grip covered in grid-pattern rubber for a reassuring hold. RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE P5000: S$629 ADVANCED FUNCTIONS, FLEXIBLE CONTROL, OPERATING EASE AND SUPERIOR IMAGE QUALITY ADD UP TO GREATER PHOTO ENJOYMENT Tokyo — Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce the introduction of the COOLPIX P5000, a new compact digital camera that offers advanced functions, ease of operation and high image quality that is sure to satisfy photo and camera enthusiasts. High performance and outstanding image quality are the hallmarks of the COOLPIX P5000. The fun starts with a full 10.0 megapixels of sharp resolution. That’s enough to capture the finest details, crop creatively, and produce beautiful enlargements. Featuring the compositional freedom of 3.5x optical zoom capability, the COOLPIX P5000 incorporates a 36-126mm Zoom-Nikkor lens (35mm equivalent) that proves equally handy when zooming in for tight compositions or zooming out to capture sweeping vistas or buildings. Extended light sensitivity range up to ISO 3200* opens new worlds of photographic opportunities by adding the power to shoot more effectively in lower lighting conditions, or to capture fast moving subjects with outstanding clarity. The COOLPIX P5000’s new image-processing engine with enhanced noise reduction and an improved signal- PG 26 to-noise(S/N) ratio preserves high image quality, even when shooting at high ISO settings. *ISO 3200 is available only for image sizes of 5M (2592 x 1944) or smaller. Logically placed and easily accessed buttons and controls simplify and streamline camera operation. This includes the new Mode dial, which provides quick access to a selection of 16 different sceneoptimized modes, seven movie modes, Anti-Shake mode and High-Sensitivity mode. The Mode dial also offers learning and advanced photographers a choice of Programmed Auto [P], Shutter-priority Auto [S], Aperture-priority Auto [A], and Manual [M] exposure modes for even greater control over camera operation. The COOLPIX P5000 features advanced functions which are skillfully packed into a lightweight yet solid body that features a magnesium alloy front VR IMAGE STABILIZATION CORRECTS CAMERA SHAKE The COOLPIX P5000 features proven optical lens shift VR (Vibration Reduction) technology originally developed for interchangeable lenses used in Nikon SLR camera systems. Angular velocity sensors measure camera movement, calculate the amount of compensation required, and the VR lens unit instantly adjusts position to offset camera shake. Nikon’s exclusive VR system provides the ability to shoot at shutter speeds as much as three steps slower without blurring the image, while also providing a smoother image on the LCD monitor that aids composition. The result is sharper when shooting in low light, when taking advantage of the reach of the 3.5x Zoom-Nikkor lens, or when reaching farther with an optional Telephoto Converter lens. ANTI-SHAKE MODE A turn of the Mode dial activates High ISO and BSS (Best Shot Selector) in addition to VR (Vibration Reduction), automatically sets the optimal ISO for steady results, and selects the sharpest image from up to ten sequential shots. ISO 3200 CAPABILITY EXTENDS SHOOTING IN LOW LIGHT Extended light sensitivity range of ISO 64 to ISO 3200* and the new image-processing engine’s ability to preserve high image quality at high ISO settings provide new opportunities to shoot more effectively in lower lighting conditions. * ISO 3200 is available only for image sizes of 5M (2592 x 1944) or smaller. INNOVATIVE NIKON IN-CAMERA CORRECTION FEATURES The COOLPIX P5000 features a selection of three innovative functions that provide the ability to actually improve the quality of images within the camera. Face-priority AF automatically finds, then focuses on people’s faces for crisp, clear results time after time. In-Camera Red-Eye Fix automatically compensates to help eradicate traces of the annoying red-eye effect that can sometimes be encountered during flash photography. Completing the set is D-Lighting, which can be applied to improve underexposed images or shots taken with too much backlight. D-Lighting automatically creates a copy of the image with detail added where necessary, but with well-exposed areas left completely untouched. COMPATIBILITY WITH SYSTEM-EXPANDING ACCESSORIES The COOLPIX P5000 is compatible with optional lens accessories, including the 0.67x Wide-angle Converter (WC-E67) and 3.0x Telephoto Converter (TC-E3ED) lenses. A built-in accessor y shoe supports the use of Nikon’s advanced i-TTL flash control for external flashes, including the Speedlight SB-400, SB-600 and SB-800. PG 27 FEATURED PRODUCT - COOLPIX P5000 SDHC WC-E67 SB-800 TC-E3ED SB-600 MEMORY C A R D C O M PAT I B L E The COOLPIX P5000 support SD up to 2GB and SDHC of 4GB and above. SD High Capacity (SDHCTM) card is the new SD™ memor y card based on the SDA 2.00 specification, introduced by the SD Card Association. This new SDA 2.00 specification enables SD cards to reach higher capacities 4GB-32GB. SB-400 P5000 Ad TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION EFFECTIVE PIXELS 10.0 million IMAGE SENSOR 1/1.8-in. CCD; total pixels: approx. 10.37 million LENS 3.5x Zoom-Nikkor; 7.5-26.3mm (35mm [135] format picture angle: 36-126mm); f/2.7-5.3; 7 elements in 6 groups; Digital zoom: up to 4x (35mm [135] format picture angle: 504mm) FOCUS RANGE (FROM LENS) 30cm (1 ft.) to infinity (∞) [W], 70cm(2 ft. 4 in.) to infinity (∞) [T]; Macro close-up mode: 4cm (1.6 in.) to infinity (∞) [W], 40cm (1 ft. 4 in.) to infinity (∞) [T] MONITOR 2.5-in., 230,000-dot, wide viewing angle TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating STORAGE MEDIA Internal memory (approx. 21MB), SD / SDHC memory cards MOVIE AVI Movie With sound: TV movie (640) at 30fps/15fps, Small size (320) at 15fps, Smaller size (160) at 15fps, Sepia (320) at 15fps, Monochromatic (320) at 15fps; Without sound: Time-lapse movie at 30fps IMAGE SIZE (PIXELS) 3648 x 2736 (10M), 2592 x 1944 (5M), 2048 x 1536 (3M), 1600x1200 (2M), 1280 x 960 (1M), 1024 x 768 (PC), 640 x 480 (TV), 3648 x 2432 (3:2), 3584 x 2016 (16:9) VIBRATION REDUCTION (VR) Optical lens shift VR ISO SENSITIVITY ISO 64, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 2000, 3200, Auto (auto gain ISO 64-800) BUILT-IN FLASH Range: (W) 0.3 to 8.0m (1 ft. to 26 ft. 3 in.), (T) 0.3 to 4.0m (1 ft. to 13 ft. 1 in.) INTERFACE USB LANGUAGES Czech, Danish, German, English, Spanish, French, Indonesian, Italian, Dutch, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Finnish, Swedish, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Japanese, Korean, Thai POWER SOURCES Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5 (supplied), AC Adapter EH-62A (optional) BATTERY LIFE Approx. 250 shots with EN-EL5 battery (based on CIPA standard) DIMENSIONS (WxHxD) Approx. 98 x 64.5 x 41 mm (3.9 x 2.5 x 1.6 in.) excluding projections WEIGHT Approx. 200 g (7.1 oz.) without battery and SD memory card PG 28 PG 29 FEATURED PRODUCT - EZ-micro CONNECT EASILY CONNECT TO A LARGE MONITOR OR A PROJECTOR. Using a special AV Cable connected to COOLPIX cameras that support built in Video output, it is easy to connect the EZ-Micro to a large screen external monitor or LCD projector. In this way, a group of people can simultaneously view love images from the EZ-Micro. An external monitor is excellent for school classes, research presentations, or corporate classes. Note : This function is not available S-serie (S1/S3/S5/S6/S7/S7c/S8/S9) COOLPIX digital camera. SYSTEM DIAGRAM RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE S$1460 OPEN THE DOOR TO ALL THE SURPRISES OF AN AMAZING HIDDEN WORLD WITH NIKON EZ-MICRO Tokyo – Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce the introduction of the Nikon EZ-Micro to the family of Fieldmicroscope. CAPTURE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION With the Nikon EZ-Micro, you don’t have to struggle with a complex process to view the microscopic world. Simply place the specimen on the stage plate and adjust the focus. You can observe everything within an 11mm field of vision at 20x magnification. OBSERVE Enjoy powerful microscopic images at 20 times the actual size across an 11mm wide field of vision PG 30 MAGNIFICATION 20x (fixed) INTERPUPILLARY DISTANCE ADJUSTMENT 51mm to 72mm OPTICAL SYSTEM Erect unreversed image, eyepiece dioptre separately adjustable REAL FIELD OF VIEW 11mm (diameter) FOCUSING RANGE 38mm above from the base of the stage LIGHT SOURCE Two white LEDs POWER SWITCH 3-steps (OFF/one LED ON/two LEDs ON) POWER SOURCE One AA-size alkaline battery BATTERY LIFE Approx. 10 hours at normal temperature (20°C/68°F) HEIGHT 162 to 202mm (when observing), 135mm (when not in use) DEPTH 145mm WIDTH 106mm *Only when using a COOLPIX P3 or P4, with output at A4 size. WEIGHT Approx. 595g Use of an COOLPIX S1, S3, S5, S6, S7, S7c, S8 or S9 camera COMBINATION OF USABLE • COOLPIX S1/S3/S5/S6/S7/S7c/S8/S9 + FSB-5 • COOLPIX P3/P4 + FSB-4 provides 60X magnification at A4 size. DIGITALCAMERAS AND • COOLPIX P1/P2 + FSB-3 • COOLPIX 5600 + FSB-2 FIELDSCOPE DIGITAL • COOLPIX 4200/5200/7900 + FSB-1A CAMERA BRACKET * Shooting magnification varies with digital camera to be used; e.g. when COOLPIX PHOTOGRAPHICALLY PRESERVE THE MICROSCOPIC IMAGES YOU UNCOVER. Make observations and take photos simultaneously by easily attaching a Nikon COOLPIX digital camera (sold separately), using an FSB-series digital camera bracket (also sold separately). Use Zoom function of the COOLPIX to take photos with up to 70x magnification*. P3/P4 is connected; approx. 20x at the widest-angle setting, approx. 70x at the maximum telescopic setting PG 31 FEATURED PRODUCT - COOLPIX Connect FEATURED PRODUCT - COOLPIX Connect PICTURE BANK COOLPIX CONNECT – WIRELESS PHOTOSHARING SERVICE Nikon offers latest technology to photo-sharing service from the COOLPIX S50c Singapore – Nikon has unveiled the most technologically advanced COOLPIX S50c, which allows pictures to be sent directly to emails or stored securely on a Nikon server via a wireless connection. This new ser vice - COOLPIX CONNECT, provides users with unique functions that have never been available in any compact camera in this digital age. With integrated Wi-Fi capability on the COOLPIX S50c, users gain access to Nikon’s unique photo- sharing service – COOLPIX CONNECT, a new and exciting lifestyle enhancing tool that will change the way users share and store their pictures. Break away from conventional uploading methods with COOLPIX CONNECT by sharing and storing pictures using a wireless (Wi-Fi) connection. Nikon's exciting COOLPIX CONNECT comprises Picture Mail and Picture Bank ser vices, both offering ease and convenience in transferring images. Picture Bank, on the other hand, allows users to securely transfer and store pictures that are in the camera to the Nikon server. Uploading of selected images can be initiated from the [Picture Bank] option in the [COOLPIX CONNECT] item of the playback menu, or images upload can be set to begin automatically when the AC adapter is connected to the camera to charge the battery. With COOLPIX CONNECT and its intuitive services, it is definitely the passport to a new virtual lifestyle. Fur thermore, by signing up for a free-1 Wireless@SG account with SingTel, users gain access to this service at any SingTel Wireless Surf Zones-2 located across the island. -1 Complimentary wireless service from SingTel is only available from 1 December 2006 to 31 December 2009. -2 To check for updates on the locations of SingTel Wireless Surf Zones i n S i n g a p o r e , p l e a s e r e f e r t o w w w. s i n g t e l . c o m / w i r e l e s s S G COOLPIX CONNECT SERVICES: PICTURE MAIL Picture Mail makes it easy to share the joy of photography with friends and family by wirelessly uploading pictures from COOLPIX S50c to a Nikon server. An email message will then be sent to the recipients informing them of the URL where the pictures are stored. The images can then be viewed, PG 32 downloaded or enjoyed as a slideshow online by the specified recipients. COOLPIX S50c users can start sharing their pictures as soon as they have taken them and do not have to wait till they get home before emailing those precious moments to their friends and family. For more information on COOLPIX CONNECT, please visit http://www.nikon.com.sg/COOLPIXCONNECT PG 33 PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS LURKING SHADOW Text and Pictures By Steven Yee Pui Chung B.Eng (Mech), FRPS, FPSS, FPSM, Hon.FPSM, Hon.FKCC, AFIAP Your main problem would probably be camera shake due to shutter speed slower than 1/(focal length). In this case, you may have to consider using a higher ISO and a bigger aperture to get you a faster shutter speed to minimize camera shake. In this sixth part of a series of techniques, Steven Yee shall share with you the tips on how to make use of shadow to create interesting images. A travel photographer and photography instructor, Steven Yee conducts the Nikon D40/D40x, D70s and D80 workshop monthly at The Photographic Society of Singapore. More of his works can be found on www.stevenyeephotography.com and www.discovernikon.com The below shall serve as a useful guide to aid you in the search for shadow. The ingredients for shadow: ☛ The best time to get good natural shadow will be early morning or late evening on a sunny and non cloudy day. The quality of light and shadow is at its optimum during this period. ☛ Shadow is longer early in the morning or late in the afternoon. ☛ Shadow from artificial light will be great if the light source emits strong light. Sounds like common sense but spotting such opportunities is not easy even though it can be found everywhere. The Art of Seeing! ☛ The main subject must have distinct outlines so that the shadow will be obvious. Avoid group of subjects or else the shadow will just become one big black area with no distinct shape. THE FUNNIEST THING ABOUT SHADOW IS THE WAY HE LIKES TO GROW Not at all like proper children, which is always very slow; For he sometimes shoots up taller like a rubber ball, And he sometimes gets so little that there’s none of him at all. Stevenson, Robert Louis (1850–1894).  A Child’s Garden of Verses and Underwoods Shadow come and go in a fleeting moment. We encounter shadow everyday and everywhere. Sometimes it is very obvious, sometimes it is not. Sometimes it is long, sometimes it disappears. Most often, many people simply walk away without noticing how shadow can help create an interesting photograph. There are no special lenses needed to capture the shadow. The COOLPIX with its Program mode is able to do the job well. But of course, the Digital SLRs provide the photographers with more options to play with, such as the higher range of ISO and wider range of aperture. PG 34 With the above in mind, you can use this technique and tips in your quest to catch the lurking shadow. Center weighted metering, Daylight White Balance, ISO320, Aperture Priority Mode, Shutter speed 1/180s, Aperture f3.8, D2X, 18-200mm DX lens While checking out at a hotel lobby in China, one of the hotel staff walked in and I immediately shot about ten pictures, out of which I can choose one or two. Every picture is different, such as the hand and legs movement. No harm shooting more, as opportunities do not repeat PG 35 PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS 3-D Matrix metering, Daylight White Balance, ISO400, Aperture Priority Mode, Shutter speed 1/320s, Aperture f3.5, D2X, 18-200mm DX lens While walking towards the gate to board the plane, the strong light shines into the waiting area. I anticipated some good photo opportunities and took out my camera. The long shadow shows that the shot was taken very early in the morning. I waited for a minute for someone to walk past the chairs in the waiting area and I fired away. It worked well to have the person as a subject. It is good to have a camera all the time. Centre weighted metering, ISO400, Program Mode, Shutter speed 1/250s, Aperture f5.6, D70, 18-70mm I was in an alley in one of the villages in Lijiang, China. The architecture is interesting and the older people there wear traditional costumes. Opportunity came when the strong sunlight created the shadow of the roof on the wall. It formed an interesting graphic image with the lady as the subject. 3-D Matrix metering, Daylight White Balance, ISO125, Program Mode, Shutter speed 1/125s, Aperture f4, D2X, 12-24mm lens The shadow reveals the shape of the windows of a domestic airport in Myanmar. Fortunately, a kid walked out and became my main subject. As usual, took a series of shots to choose from as he walked towards me. Centre Weighted metering, ISO400, Program Mode, Shutter speed 1/250s, Aperture f4, D2X, 18-70mm Upon touch down in Bagan, Myanmar, we made a dash for this shot to catch the early morning light. We were fortunate that we were not late and the shadow is relatively long. We cannot afford to wait for a candid subject to walk in as the shadow becomes shorter quickly as time flies. I asked my guide to ask the food seller near us to pose for us. PG 36 PG 37 PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS 3-D Matrix metering, Daylight White Balance, ISO250, Aperture Priority Mode, Shutter speed 1/640s, Aperture f4.5, D2X, 18-200mm DX lens As it approached noon as shown in this picture, the shadow became very much shorter and the quality of light is not very good. The harsh lighting resulted in severe “hotspot” and the “glaring” floor is something which we should try to avoid. Details on the floor are lost. Centre weighted metering, Daylight White Balance, ISO500, Program Mode, Shutter speed 1/320s, Aperture f8.5, D2X, 18-200mm DX lens We were walking along a street in Pushkar, India in the late afternoon. The long shadows looked interesting and I shot this “group photo”. You can guess which shadow is mine. Third from left. PG 38 Centre weighted metering, Daylight White Balance, ISO500, Program Mode, Shutter speed 1/320s, Aperture f9, D2X, 18-70mm While on a bus, we passed by a slip road and the noon sun created a shadow of the overhead bridge on the road. Graphically, it looks like two “Cs”. A bicyclist cycled past and I fired a few shots. PG 39 PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS Centre weighted metering, Daylight White Balance, ISO400, Program Mode, Shutter speed 1/125s, Aperture f5.6, D70, 18-70mm The sun was setting. I was in front of a Tibetan house with the door closed. The sun created very good shadows of the tree branches on the white coloured wall. I asked my guide whom I requested to be in traditional Tibetan costume to be my model and it worked well. Centre Weighted metering, Daylight White Balance, ISO320, Aperture Priority Mode, Shutter speed 1/3200s, Aperture f5, D2X, 18-200mm DX lens Two people or four people? The early morning light created the shadow of the two people on the wall as we walked up the slope of the Potala Palace, Tibet. Oxygen is very thin there and it was sure not an easy walk. Centre weighted metering, Daylight White Balance, ISO400, Program Mode, Shutter speed 1/320s, Aperture f8.5, D2H, 18-70mm DX lens The shadow resulted in interesting shapes on the wall, and created something like a framing effect. The couple became my main subject. 3-D Matrix metering, Daylight White Balance, ISO800, Aperture Priority Mode, Shutter speed 1/5000s, Aperture f5.6, D2X, 18-70mm ED lens Why did the chicken cross the road? The bus was moving at high speed along an expressway when the mother hen walked onto the road with her charges. The bus has to do a jam break white I fired a few shots. PG 40 PG 41 PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS 3-D Matrix metering, Daylight White Balance, ISO100, Program Mode, Shutter speed 1/500s, Aperture f4, D2X, 12-24mm DX lens I got tired of shooting the ancient ruins of an old city in Xinjiang. The setting sun emitted a very strong orange light which made the place looked so good. I spotted this angle where I can shoot my shadow. Centre Weighted metering, Daylight White Balance, ISO1600, Program Mode, Shutter speed 1s, Aperture f2.8, D2X, 10.5mm DX lens After a sumptuous dinner, we waited for the bus to pick us up. The street was very dark and a car headlamp suddenly shone in our direction with the two men walking away from us. There was no time to setup a tripod. I set my ISO at 1600, use the wide angle fisheye and fired rapidly. I think I shot almost 8 shots handheld and somehow two or three appeared quite well with no camera shake, at 1s shutter speed. COMING UP NEXT... Coming up in the next issue, Steven Yee shall share with you on how to get great shots using backlighting. He shall talk about the appropriate subject matter, background and the execution of the technique. Look out for it. Centre weighted metering, Daylight White Balance, ISO100, Program Mode, Shutter speed 1/125s, Aperture f5.3, D2X, 12-24mm DX lens Group photograph of myself and my students, we stood in a line in the midst of the setting sun. PG 42 PG 43 WORKSHOP FOR D80/D70s/D40/D40x DIGITAL SLR CONDUCTED BY: Mr Steven Yee, an award winning photographer, is the youngest in the world to be conferred the Fellowship of The Royal Photographic Society of Great Britain (FRPS) and the Photographic Society of Singapore (FPSS) in 2003 at the age of 23. He shall share with the participants the different ways to harness the potential of Nikon D-SLR. HIGHLIGHTS OF D80/D70s/D40/D40x WORKSHOP • The features of the D80/D70s/D40/D40x • Expectations -- Difference with the Coolpix, advanced features that stand out • Survival tips to get good images -- Steven Yee's Workflow for freezing objects • Setting the ASA and White Balance • The settings in the menu • The specifications in brief • Focusing • Exposure in brief (Quick into to shutter speed and aperture) • How to hold the camera • File types, compression and sizes • Using the Program Mode • • Quick intro to P, A, S, M Camera maintenance (Cleaning the CCD, do's and don'ts, maintenance of CF card) • Metering settings • What to do if you want to change lenses • Using the Custom modes • Having that ideal set of equipment To apply for Digital Workshop, please contact Diana or Kellyn DID: 63343361 Fax: 63344657 Email: [email protected] Operating Hours: Mon to Fri: 2pm – 10pm Sat to Sun: 12pm – 6pm Closed on Public Holiday VENUE: The Digital Workshop will be conducted at: The Photographic Society of Singapore 30 Selegie Road, Selegie Arts Centre Building Level 2, Singapore 180030 NOTE: - Course Fee: SIN$20 PG - Course Duration : Approx. 3 hours - Participants must bring along their D40/D40x, D70s or D80 for the workshop. 33 FOCUS PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST FRAMING FOCUS PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST THE WINNING ENTRY OF FOCUS PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST Send in your best ‘SHADOW’ shot and WIN a Nikon COOLPIX S500 worth S$549 plus a chance to have your work featured in our next issue. Contest is open to all Nikon users. To participate, fill in the form and attach it with your entry FOCUS PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST - SHADOW Name: Age: Address: Contact No. (HP): Male Female Contact No. (O): Email: Title of Photo: TITLE: MOSQUE WINNER YAP KIM HOCK Photo Taken by (Model & Setting/Mode): Closing Date: 15 June 2007 Send entry to: FOCUS PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST - SHADOW Nikon Singapore Pte Ltd 80 Anson Road #10-01/02 Fuji Xerox Towers Singapore 079907 Photo Taken by (Model & Setting/Mode) Nikon D200, 10.5mm fisheye F/11, ISO100, 1/90s with -0.7EV PG 46 TERMS & CONDITIONS • Eligibility – Open to all Nikon users residing in Singapore except Nikon staff; photo must be taken by Nikon camera only • Each photographer is only allowed one entry with one photo • Only prints in 8X10 size will be accepted or send to [email protected]. For more information, please visit: www.nikon.com.sg/focus • Print submitted are not returnable • Nikon will not be held for entries lost or damaged Nikon reserves the rights to use any photograph entered for publicity and other purposes • The entries will be judged on their relevance to the theme, creativity and overall technical quality • The winner will be notified by post and his/her name will be published in the next issue of FOCUS PG 47 FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER: GWEE LEE FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER: GWEE LEE POR TFOLIO : G W EE LEE Gwen Lee's love affair with the camera started at 14 when she discovered a radical new meaning to the phrase “looking at the world through tinted lenses” (amongst other exciting paraphernalia). Since then, Gwen has tumbled down rabbita hole into the Wonderland of silver halides. Her curiosity to explore and to share her thoughts made photography the perfect medium in her life. In 2005, Gwen emerged into the light a full-time photographer. Social issues are WRIT LARGE in Gwen’s vocabulary as photography becomes her visual analogue of the proverbial soapbox harangue. Amongst her visual polemics delivered from that personal pulpit is “Spirits”, a series that slices the underbelly of Geylang sleaze to reveal a portrait study by turns both exuberantly transient and lingeringly nostalgic. Using old school method of transparency films and reversed processing, Geylang emerges in all her saturated blurred glory to underscore the ephemeral ethos of a nameless and faceless throng that haunt her. Her personal long term projects include the photo documentation of Singapore 70's through the exploration of second generation families holding to trades passed on by their parents. Being restless with an insatiable desire to explore, she traveled to Tibet three times, and is always contemplating where the next destination is. Commercially, she covers a range of photography genres from editorial, corporate, sports, reportage to travel. In 2005, she collaborated with three travel mates to showcase their travelogue of Tibet in her first group exhibition, Tibet: Through the Eyes of Four Travellers. In February 2006, Gwen held her first solo exhibition, Travel Light: Stories from Asia, which showcased 60 images taken during her Asia backpacking trips over the last six years, at the Orchard Library and Woodlands Regional Library. In July 2006, she exhibited in the Shooting Home 2005 Reunion exhibition organised by Objectifs. In early 2007, together with 2 other fellow photographers, her recent works on the Doha Asia Games were showcased at VivoCity, in an exhibition organised by Singapore Sports Council and Nikon Singapore. Gwen loves the variety of opportunities being a photographer provides. Aside from engaging in the process of photography, she also believes that photographers need to be savvy in marketing the art of photography, and to constantly communicate with viewers in order to reach a common ground. Gwen values individual expression in the creative field. She feels that it is crucial to strike a balance between commercial assignments and personal works so that the joy of photography will not burn out. In 2005, she decided to set up a photography collective known as The Meeting Point to share ideas among photographers. Today, The Meeting Point serves as a platform for photographers and potential clients to meet and bounce creative ideas off each other. For the love of the art, she hopes that there will be greater interaction among photographers in Singapore as well as in the region. Currently, Gwen is pursuing her Master of Arts in Arts & Cultural Management in LASALLE College of the Arts. • Singapore's rower Elsie Lim put up commendable performances in races despite windy condition at West Bay Lagoon, Doha. For more information, please contact GWEN LEE Mobile : +65 91845438 Email : [email protected] THE MEETING POINT Website : www.themeetingpoint.com.sg Email : [email protected] THE MOMENT PHOTO EXIBITION AT VIVOCITY • Despite stiff competition and in the midst of intense pressure, Singapore's musclemen maintained our proud tradition in bodybuilding, with Simon Chua clinching gold at the Asian Games in Doha PG 48 PG 49 37 FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER: GWEE LEE • Peter Gilchrist in action in English snooker category. • Lim Heem Wei takes a leap of confidence onto a springboard as he anticipates his land on the vault apparatus. In competition are strong contenders from People’s Republic of China, Japan and Korea. • Lim Heem Wei takes a leap of confidence onto a springboard as she anticipates her land on the vault apparatus. PG 38 50 • Solitude in Tibet THEME : QUEEN'S DESIRE PG 39 FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER: GWEE LEE FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER: GWEE LEE • Child outside Jorkhang Temple, Lhasa Tibet • Morning at Sera Monastery outside Lhasa, Tibet • Old Tibetan lady on inner pilgrim circuit within Jorkhang Temple, Lhasa Tibet • Rural child from a village in Eastern part of Tibet. PG 52 PG 53 FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER: GWEE LEE FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER: GWEE LEE • Scripture Debate at Jorkhang Temple • Bird market at Solo, Java PG 54 PG 43 EVENTS EVENTS NIKON LUNAR NEW YEAR DINNER 2007 VENUE: Shangri-La Hotel • DA TE: 22 Februar y 07 A night to celebrate the Lunar New Year as well as to thank all our fellow business partners and dealers! The support rendered by them to Nikon has been tremendous and words alone would not suffice. The night was filled with lots of fun and entertainment, from having shoulder massages to palm reading, from stage games to sexy dances! It was an unforgettable night! Here’s a toast to many prosperous years ahead! Cheers! PG 56 PG 57 EVENTS EVENTS IT SHOW 2007 VENUE: Singapore International Convention & Exhibition Centre • DATE: 8 to 12 March 2007 The numbers just keep growing as the years go by! This time round, the IT show attracted a whooping 718,000 visitors over the 4 days! And Nikon is always there to get a piece of the action! With the arrival of the new products, sales were constantly churning out. By the second day, two camera models were already sold out! Customers were asking for more! Either the facelift given to our camera models or our pretty supermodels did the trick! In any case, a big THANK YOU to all our customers who have given their trust into Nikon for producing great pictures! PG 58 PG 59 EVENTS Q & A CONTEST WIN Kings ton 2GB SD Ca rd ??? Questions: Q1. Among our new models featured in this issue, which COOLPIX has the wireless capability ? 1) 2) 3) 4) L12 S50c S500 P5000 Q2. Which of the following is false on Nikon’s latest DSLR D40x? 1) It can shoot up to 520 shots on a fully harged battery. 2) It has a wide range of ISO setting from 100-1600. 3) The continuous shooting mode can take as fast as 2.5 fames per second 4) Nikon’s Multi-CAM 530 AF Sensor Module gave you tack-sharp images, even when your subjects are moving or dimly lit. Simply send this completed coupon with your answers to: FOCUS Q & A Contest, Nikon Singapore Pte Ltd 80 Anson Road #10-01/02 Fuji Xerox Towers Singapore 079907 by 15 Marc h 2007 ANSWER: Q1. Q2. NAME: NRIC: Q3. Q4. Q3. Which of the following is incompatible with P5000 system expanding accessories? 1) 2) 3) 4) 0.8x Wide Angle Lens - WC-E80 0.3x Teleconverter - TC-E3ED Adapter Ring - UR-E20 Speedlight - SB400, SB600 & SB800 Q4. Nikon has unveiled the most technologically advanced COOLPIX S50c, which allows pictures to be sent directly to emails or stored securely on a Nikon server via a wireless connection. This new service is called? 1) 2) 3) 4) Coolpix Link Coolpix Connect Coolpix S Connect Coolpix@ Wireless ADDRESS: WINNER OF FOCUS 14TH ISSUE Q&A CONTEST Name : Mr Jeffrey Wong H W NRIC : SXXX4906/H TELEPHONE (HP/O/R): EMAIL: ANSWER: Q1: 2 Q2: 4 Q3: 2 Q4: 4 TERMS & CONDITIONS: • This contest is opened to all readers except employees of Nikon Singapore Pte Ltd • Prize must be taken as provided and is neither transferable nor exchange for cash • Winner will be notified by post. PG 60 PG 61 NIKON CLUB NIKON CLUB Join NIKON CLUB today and reap the exclusive benefits of owning a Nikon camera! 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