New Tools and Toys

Every now and again we have the opportunity to bring new products into the store, but when it happens, we want it to count. This time we're happy to announce some very nice additions from Manfrotto Distribution, which historically includes Bogen and Manfrotto, Lastolite diffusers and reflectors, and last but not least, Kata.

Kata has been producing bags for nearly 20 years, and tends to create products that are intelligently designed, feature-rich, and generally comfortable, no matter what kind of kit you're carrying. We carry a number of Kata bags in the shop, and find them to be a welcome addition to our lineup because of the features as well as being light-weight and durable.

One of the newest bags to the Kata line is the Bumblebee. This is an ultra-light back-pack with plenty of room for camera equipment, spare parts/accessories/sundries/water balloons, and storage space for a 15.4" laptop. The bag includes a rain-coat to protect it in the elements, has support straps for the stomach and chest to distribute weight, and honeycomb internal supports to protect your gear but maintain lightness.

The DL-210 entry level bag, unladen, weighs about 3 lbs. This means you've greatly reduced the overall burden you'll place on your back and body when carrying even your largest gear, like a 70-200 IS lens or a pro-series body. The interior of the bag will even adapt to act as an excellent every-day pack with tons of room and excellent support.

There are larger models available, and we stock the PL-220 model for more gear or greater support. The DL-222 model can be special ordered if desired.

In other news, we've recently restocked our Manfrotto tripods, which include the affordable-yet-sturdy M-Y series, or the assemble-to-suit 190 or 055 series leg-sets and an assortment of ball or pan-tilt heads. These systems were popularized by Bogen over 20 years ago, and continue to support photographers and their equipment today on the same tenets. Stability and versatile expansion options are a foundation on which Bogen gained popularity, and the Manfrotto division carries on the tradition. Stop in the shop to see the selection, and always feel free to bring your equipment with you to trial-test anything in the store! See you soon! Pete