M-ROCK has introduced its new Adventure line of bags for outdoor photographers.The M-ROCK Adventure series includes laptop compatible backpacks and gadget bags with detachable roller trolleys; sling bags-turn-backpacks, several DSLR Gadget and top load holster bags; point-and-shoot digital camera bags; and attachable lens pouches for additional carrying capacity. In addition, M-ROCK is introducing a series of full-featured Modular System bags. Consisting of five bags and a support belt of varying sizes and shapes, M-ROCK’s modular bags give users the freedom and flexibility to create a modular system that is specific to their shooting style.

Delkin’s Fat Gecko is a new accessory that mounts a camera to almost any surface. The Fat Gecko is a dual suction cup mount with three attachment options - the suction cup mount, clamp-style handlebar mount, and strap bicycle mount. Fat Gecko’s suction cups are so strong they can hold more than a five pound camera, or the equivalent of a full size SLR with a standard lens. The double knuckle design and 2” extender allow for 360° tilt, 360° turn and 360° rotation to capture all of the best filming angles in any activity. Fat Gecko will be available for sale in March 2009 for $89.99.

The 4Gb Eye-Fi Share and Explore Video wireless memory cards will upload videos directly from a digital camera to a computer and the Web. The new cards automatically geotag photos and videos and can upload them directly to one of more than 25 online photo sharing and social networking sites. The 4GB Eye-Fi Share Video will cost $79 and the 4GB Eye-Fi Explore Video $99. In addition, Eye-Fi’s current cards have been reduced in price, to $49 for the 2GB Eye-Fi Home and $59 for the 2GB Eye-Fi Share. Finally, tomorrow Eye-Fi will release a free iPhone application that allows Eye-Fi users to store and share all their photos.

The new Billingham 07 Series camera bag range builds on the success of the PressTop bags. New features include front tabs, leather colour and the inclusion of Billinghams wands in the top. The bags are constructed from Billingham’s FibreNyte material, a 21st century synthetic alternative for traditional canvas. Available in Black with black leather and Khaki with chocolate leather, the Billingham 07 Series is available in 3 sizes, starting from £229.99.

Epson Signature Worthy Hot Press and Cold Press Papers have been released for the fine art market. The new Signature Worthy Hot Press and Cold Press Papers yield richer blacks, smoother tonal transitions and an expanded color gamut. The Hot Press papers offer a smooth surface and Cold Press papers offer a textured surface. In addition, Hot Press and Cold Press Bright offer a bright white point, while the Hot Press and Cold Press Natural offer a warm white point. The Signature Worthy Hot Press and Cold Press fine art cut sheet papers will be available in late April, with roll paper versions available later in 2009.

Unibind Smart Calendar creates fully assembled, personalized calendars with no equipment needed. The Unibind patented Smart Calendar guide trays ensure perfect alignment and its unique adhesive permanently seals all paper types. The finished product is a professionally bound hanging wall calendar. Smart Calendars will be available from March 1st 2009.

Olympus has unveiled two new Flash Brackets for the E-30 and E-3 DSLRs. The Olympus FL-BK04 allows for easy mounting of an external flash on either the left or right side of the camera for vertical flash shooting. The Olympus FL-BKM03 makes flash shooting possible using any Zuiko Digital lens, including ultra-wide-angle lenses. Both Flash Brackets will cost $199.99 each and be available in summer 2009.

The Olympus PT-E06 is a new underwater case for the E-620 DSLR. Waterproof up to a depth of 40 metres, the PT-E06 allows you to use the Live View function via the 2.7 inch LCD instead of the viewfinder. Flash connectors allow use of up to two UFL-2 underwater flash units, and there are five interchangeable lens ports. Price and availability of the Olympus PT-E06 to be confirmed.

The SanDisk ImageMate card readers have been updated and are now available in North America. The ImageMate All-In-One memory card reader can reach speeds of up to 34MB/s, and the ImageMate Multi-Card reader is capable of up to 30MB/s read and 27 MB/s write data transfer rates. Sporting a stylish glossy black and metallic silver design, each reader’s tripod base is detachable, and each has a dedicated transfer button that automatically launches a user-defined application or web site. The ImageMate All-In-One reader costs $29.99, and the ImageMate Multi-Card reader is $19.99.

Delkin Devices are offering 20% off their range of photographic products until the end of February. Simply enter the Coupon Code “PMA09” when you place your order to qualify for the discount.

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The Quik Pod Explorer and Precision are two new handheld extendable tripods. The Quik Pod Pro Precision features a Universal Two Axis Leveling Adapter, which can be used for handheld and tabletop tripod use. The Quik Pod Explorer is the longest compact handheld extendable, extending to 38.5” (98cm).

The Leica SF 58 is a new powerful flashgun for the M, R and S systems. The SF58 has a guide number of 58 and can cope with everything from subtle fill-in and indirect flash light using the tilt reflector, to decoupled flash operation in slave mode. It features a main reflector that is responsible for the indirect flash, and a secondary reflector that can be used to lighten up the dark areas. The Leica SF58 also has an integrated USB port for firmware updating.

National Geographic’s new Walkabout Photo Bags is a range of stylish, everyday personal bags with protective accommodation for photographic gear. Standard features such as waterproofed material, a rain cover and padded compartments ensure that your gear is looked after. A combination of cotton and leather are merged with aluminum accents to create the sleek design of the National Geographic Walkabout collection. When not in use as a photo bag, many Walkabout models can be converted into everyday carrying bags.

Get 10 sheets of A4 Galerie Gold Fibre Silk paper free when you buy a Galerie A4 100 sheet pack. A special limited edition promotion while stocks last, the offer applies to 100 sheet packs of Smooth Gloss and Smooth Pearl papers, which cost £49.99. The free Galerie Gold Fibre Silk paper is worth £13.99.

The Dust-Shield, Dust-Swabs and Dust-Jet are three new dust prevention products from Dust-Aid. The Dust-Shield seals off the DSLR cameras mirror chamber through the use of an optically clear polymer. The Dust-Swabs with Sensor Light makes it easy to see what you are cleaning. The Dust-Jet hand operated bulb blower allows the end user to decide if they wish to filter their blown air or not.

Epson’s Traditional Photo Paper, a professional quality inkjet media with a nostalgic smooth and glossy finish, is now available in roll format. It is available in 15m roll lengths with widths of 17”, 24”, 44” and 64”. Prices start at £78.51 (Ex. VAT). Epson is also offering 50% off its traditional photo paper sheet media range until the end of March, including A2 Premium Lustre Photo Paper, Premium Glossy Photo Paper and Premium Semigloss Photo Paper.

The Billingham PhotoVest is designed to securely carry a serious amount of equipment. An updated version of the 10 year old original PhotoVest, the new Billingham Photo Vest is comfortable, lightweight, fully lined, using advances in materials technology and feedback from photographers. Available in 5 different sizes, the Billingham PhotoVest retails at £185.

The Moab and Tecco brands are now being distributed in the UK by Colour Confidence. “As a business, we are dedicated to absolute colour accuracy, which is achieved through a combination of colour management and top quality inkjet media. That is why we are delighted to introduce both the Tecco and Moab brands to the UK photographic market, consolidating our position as a one-stop-shop for achieving truly outstanding images.” concluded Geoffrey Clements. Colour Confidence now holds large stocks of the Tecco and Moab range, together with papers from Permajet and photographic inks from Epson and Canon, offering next day delivery throughout the UK.

The Sony GPS-CS3KA is a new GPS image tracker that’s compatible with most Sony cameras and camcorders. The GPS CS3KA has a more modern, rounded design than the model that it replaces, but essentially offers the same functionality. It allows you to record the time, date and location for each photo that you take, and then use Sony’s Picture Motion Browser software to see them on Google Maps. The Sony GPS-CS3KA offers built-in dual card slots for MS/SD memory cards and battery life of up to 15 hours. The estimated availability date is March 29th, and it will cost $149.99.

Kingston has increased the capacity of its CompactFlash Elite Pro memory cards to 32GB. “The Kingston® 32GB CF Elite Pro card is designed to keep pace with and not limit the productivity of the most advanced digital camera equipment on the market,” said Wendy Lecot, Flash business development manager, Kingston Digital. “Combining the large storage capacity along with fast read and write speeds makes this card ideal for continuous capture and download of images.” The Kingston 32GB CF Elite Pro card is available now for $154.