I found this photo of Saul at the Epson conference last year. We are Epson pro stockists and have large format printers on display in the store. Come in and take a look. Now back to the photo pay close attention to his sharp dress sense. With an uber fresh white blazer and blinging gold tie. It's only a matter of time before you see this look popping up on catwalks in Paris. You saw it here first....
The other day Seal came in to our store to purchase a few things. He is quite a keen photographer and enjoys his Leica M9. Luckily Saul captured a moment shared between Claire and Seal. It was a magical moment, very sad to see it end. You can see Seal perform live at Kings Park on Friday night. You can see the details of his concert at Rydges here.While you have Seal on your mind take a moment to watch these live performances....
Thanks to the clever craftsmen at Zero Image we have some unusual cameras for you. Arriving to our showroom floor via horse and cart. These little cameras remind me of times gone by, times before I was born actually. Anyway just because I wasn't alive in the 1920's doesn't mean I can't enjoy the charm of a camera from that era.Handmade in Japan and coming with a personally signed certificate from the maker. They are pinhole cameras, so everything will be in focus and you'll be shooting long exposures even during the daylight. Check out the gallery on the Zero Image site to see the unique images these cameras produce as well as learning techniques to use them. Have a look at this Flickr search to see more images and discussions about these cameras.We have a 35mm model that can shoot panoramic images too (Zero 135 dual format Deluxe) and a medium format model (Zero multi format 6x9 Deluxe) that can shoot 6x4.5, 6x6, 6x7 and 6x9 in stock. All other models displayed on the the Zero Image site are...
A couple of marvelous new lenses came in today. Both of them are now available for hire, in store demo's or purchase. The first lovely piece of glass is a big one. It's the Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS USM. What a marvelous view it provides, perfect for sports, wildlife and bird photography. Staff member Andrew Wells took it out the front to shoot a few test shots showing off the short depth of field it can provide. Here we can see a delivery truck driving up the street. Oh and over here we can see some lovely green leaves on a tree outside our shop.Andrew was quick enough to snap a photo of me taking the shop penguin for a walk. Penguins don't walk themselves you know.Here is a link to the Canon website which has some useful info about this lens.Also check out Flickr to see other photos people have shot with this lens.The other interesting lens that came in is the Canon TS-E 17mm f/4L. This tilt shift lens is perfect for architecture photography and is great for manipulating...
We do of course. Everyday this thing catches my eye in the window and I wonder why has nobody purchased it yet? I have spent many days and nights dreaming of owning such a lens. This has been a staple in professional skateboard photographers bags ever since Atiba Jefferson started using Hasselblad film cameras to capture skateboarding in the 90's. Capturing 180 degrees field of view across the diagonal with all the detail of shooting medium format film allows for some breathtaking action shots and amazingly detailed landscapes capturing the entire horizon with sharp detail. These days digital backs are getting cheaper and performing better and better. I have a feeling it won't be long before these manual focus lenses, that nobody seems to want these days, will be highly sought after to put on digital backs. Give me a call at the shop on 08 9328 4405 if your interested in this rare lens.Check out Australian photographer Steve Gourlay's website for some images. There is many great photos shot on film using a Hasselblad 30mm fisheye.Here is a cover...
This week a couple of lovely old cameras caught my eye. These wonderfully retro cameras are for sale as collectors items. The first one is a Braun Paxette. As far as I can tell this camera was manufactured in the 1960's. It does not seem to be working and would be suited towards display as a collectors item or as a thrown projectile in defense of a home invasion. These old cameras really are built solid.Next up is a Agfa Solinette with it's own cute leather case. Again not currently working and suited for collecting or as a fashion accessory. Although perhaps not everyone appreciates the aesthetics of this camera as I do. A mid fifties marvel with it's compact form and folding lens. The charm of a nice leather case can do alot for a small camera that is designed to be carried with you everywhere. If your after the convenience of a modern digital with a stylish leather case there are options. Check out the Leica D-lux 4 with it's leather case or also the Canon G11 also...
I brought my trusty Canon G10 to work today and snapped a few photos around the shop. Yes I am jealous of the shiny new G11. The high iso performance on the G11 is incredible for such a small camera and the flip out screen is a great idea that would make it easier to shoot in all kinds of tricky situations. Oh well I shall keep on saving my pennies.This is just some of the new and demo stock we carry. Here you can see Nikon, Canon, Sigma, Tokina and Tamron products.Take a look at our new studio display we set up last week. There is just so many awesome lighting kits and light modifiers here it's tricky to even get them all on display. Come in and have a look.Is this soft box bigger than you?This reflector might be.Some of our large range of printing paper.The film fridge. You remember film right? Yes that is Polaroid film you can see down in the bottom right. We have the cameras too. Don't be stingy come in and buy one...
Well hello there, it's your lucky day. You have just found the Camera Electronic blog. My name is Luke Thompson. Myself and the other staff here will be updating this blog with info about our services as well as everything from the latest exciting products/technologies to those wonderful retro cameras I stumble across and fall in love with from time to time. Below is a photo of our shop front. We are located at 230 Stirling St, Perth. The big blue building on the right hand side as you drive away from the CBD. ...