Luxury bag maker Oberwerth is expanding its accessories range with the Donau lens case series. Hand-made in Germany, the Donau case is available in four different sizes, S, M, L and XL. Soft, smooth cowhide leather gives each case an unrivalled look and feel, and an ultra-delicate finish adds effective stain protection, preserving the shine of the leather and protecting its natural cell structure. Thoroughly lined with natural, non-pilling wool felt the cases offer reliable protection against dust and scratches. Pricing starts at $149.

Olympus have created a bespoke messenger camera bag by Gillis London ready to launch at The Photography Show (TPS) 2017. With very limited production, the new bag has been designed specifically for the new OM-D E-M1 Mark II. Gillis London has selected a high-quality vintage leather to hand-craft each bag. The infusion of oil during the tanning process makes the leather supple and produces unique colour variations. This results in each bag having an individual look much like a fingerprint. Inside you will find two separate removable trays with quilted lining and protective separator panels. Each tray has been measured to fit the camera body and additional lenses. There is an external zip on the top of the bag so that quick access is available. The Olympus messenger camera bag by Gillis London has an RRP of £299.99, but customers purchasing an OM-D E-M1 Mark II at TPS will receive the bag free of charge. Limited stock will be available from the Olympus stand on a first-come-first served basis.

Zhongyi Optics have launched the Zhongyi Mitakon Lens Turbo II N/G FX adapter, which enables Nikon FX lenses to be mounted to Fuji X-Series APS-C cameras while (almost) retaining their original field of view. Just like the Canon version, the new Lens Turbo II N/G FX features an optical formula comprising 4 lens elements in 4 groups, including 1 extra-low dispersion element which helps reduce chromatic aberrations. The adapter modifies the APS-C focal length multiplier of 1.5 by a factor of 0.726 and improves the maximum aperture of the lens by 1 stop. Available directly from Shenyang Zhongyi Optics, the adapter carries an SRP of $149.

For the first time ever, Canon UK are launching a range of branded clothing and accessories. The new collection includes clothing such as t-shirts, jackets, sweaters and hoodies, as well as accessories like umbrellas, baby bibs, hats and limited-edition camera bags. Camera fans will also be able to get their hands on a miniature Hansa Canon camera model, replicated on Canon’s first production model and Japan’s first high-quality 35mm camera launched in 1936 (pictured). The new range will be available from 18th March from Canon’s online store and on display on the Canon stand at The Photography Show (NEC, Birmingham, 18th – 22nd March) for visitors to experience first-hand.

GoPro has launched the Karma Flight Kit for Karma Grip owners in the US. Available now for $599.99, the GoPro Karma Flight Kit includes a the Karma Drone, Karma Controller, battery, charger, six propellers and a custom inlay to house your Karma Grip. You can purchase the kit in the GoPro shop.

Fantasea Line today unveiled the rugged and stylish FA6500 Housing for the Sony A6500 and A6300 mirrorless cameras. Featuring an ergonomic design with access to all essential camera functions, the Fantasea FA6500 is depth rated to 60 metres / 200 feet, and offers double O-ring protection for a perfect watertight seal. The housing ships with a Moisture Detector and Alarm, a Hand Strap and a Body Cap. Availability is slated for April 2017.

To celebrate its 100th birthday, Gitzo will give any customers who purchase a Systematic tripod a bespoke, lithographically printed, limited edition book commissioned by one of the world’s most respected landscape photographers, Colin Prior. Gitzo’s strongest and most stable tripods, the Systematic range is modular - with a top casting element that opens and closes to allow each tripod to be configured with a flat disk, geared or sliding centre colum, levelling base or other Systematic accessoires. The Systematic tripods feature Carbon eXact tubes, ultra stable feet for a solid footing and maximum stability on any surface, and the Easy Link attachment for attaching various accessories. Colin Prior has used Gitzo products for years in his work, and as such is a Gitzo ambassador working closely with the brand. He will be working with Gitzo to launch the 100 years celebration by holding an exclusive talk at The Photography Show on the 19th March speaking about his current project ‘The Living Mountain’.

XP Distribution, the specialist distributor for X-Rite’s range of colour management products, has announced a series of product bundles. Each kit contains essential colour calibration tools for photographers and filmmakers, designed to save the user both time and money against purchasing the products individually. The i1 Photographer Kit, the ColorMunki Photographer Kit and i1 Filmmaker Kit now also come with a cashback of £25/€30 for a limited time, to offer even better value. Click through / read on to find out more about the components of each X-Rite bundle.

Gitzo have launched their new Microphone Boom poles. Built for expert and professional audio technicians and sound operators, the new Gitzo Booms enable effortless internal cabling. The audio cable can be easily inserted thanks to smart, removable top and bottom attachments, and exits naturally from the side. This allows boom operators to hold the boom vertically on the floor without pinching the cable. The new mic booms end with larger tube sections than the previous range, reducing unwanted flexion and keeping the microphone in its desired position. The new range covers popular lengths (250-350cm) and tube diameters, meeting the needs of most locations and providing an optimal balance between lightness and stiffness. Pricing for the new Microphone Boom starts at £299.95.

Fotodiox Pro has announced the PopSpot Focusable Fresnel LED light. Roughly the size of a soda can, the PopSpot allows photographers and videographers to focus its powerful beam for a high precision, strong contrast and dramatic shadows. “The problem with most Fresnel lights is they’re typically quite bulky, heavy and fragile, and they get screaming hot to the touch,” said Bohus Blahut, marketing director for Fotodiox Pro. “But our new PopSpot Focusable Fresnel does away with those pitfalls by combining power and control in a form factor about the size of a pop can. A simple twist focuses the PopSpot's output from a 55° to 25° beam angle, and removable barn doors offer further control of the shape and direction of the light. We’ve even included a slot for a slide-in tungsten filter.” The PopSpot Focusable Fresnel LED light is available now in three configurations: the PopSpot Focusable Fresnel, the PopSpot Focusable Fresnel + Battery Module, and the PopSpot Focusable Fresnel 3-Light Kit with Rolling Carrying Case.

Datacolor will be showcasing their range of colour management solutions at The Photography Show, taking place from 18-21 March 2017 at the NEC in Birmingham. Located at stand A117, Datacolor will be hosting a range of talks at regular intervals throughout the exhibition, giving attendees the opportunity to hear from professional guest speakers each day, and ask questions in their open question session. Click through / read on for more details about Datacolor's products and what to expect at the Photography Show.

LockCircle have launched the new new Cage Kinetics XT2 cinematic cage, which is designed to fit like a glove around the Fujifilm X-T2 compact system camera. Featuring the exclusive LockCircle “Asymmetrical Design Approach” for right-handed camera control, the Cage Kinetics XT2 integrates the MicroPort micro HDMI / USB 3.0 connectors locking and the popular LockPort (micro to full-size HDMI and micro to full-size USB 3.0 output), for serious protection while shooting in rough production enviroments. Several 1/4”-20 (79!) and 3/8” (3) threads are available for multiple accessories and professional heavy-duty mounting. The Cage Kinetics XT2 baseplate has a Meta-Block mount for Metabones and IMS-Block for IMS-Mounts for monolithic locking. Designed and manufactured in Italy, the LockCircle Cage Kinetics XT2 weighs in at 300 grams, and has several threads to mount the (AC) tape measurement titanium hook. Availability is slated for late April.

Canon is celebrating the 30th anniversary of the launch of its Electro Optical System (EOS), which includes EOS-series interchangeable-lens cameras and a diverse range of system accessories. The system debuted in March 1987 with the launch of the EOS 650 SLR camera and EF lenses, making EOS cameras the World’s first to incorporate an electronic mount system, representing a new generation of auto focus SLR cameras. Currently, the EOS system, including the Cinema EOS system, comprises 24 models with a selection of 97 EF lenses. To mark this milestone, Canon is displaying a range of cameras and lenses from the EOS archive on its stand at The Photography Show, including the EOS 650 and the EF 1200mm f/5.6L USM, the world’s longest focal length and largest aperture lens. Visit Canon on stand D141/E131 at The Photography Show from 18th – 21st March at the NEC in Birmingham.

Leica have unveiled a number of new accessories including the Leica Rope Straps - a selection of stylish carrying straps designed by COOPH - as well as an extensive range of high-quality tripods made by Gitzo. The Leica Rope Straps are manufactured from the same robust material used in climbing ropes, and feature trim elements made from Italian leather. These straps are durable yet elegant accessoriesoffering a safe and comfortable carrying sulution for cameras and binoculars. They are available in four colours – Fire, Glowing Red, Night and Oasis, in two different lengths, and with a choice of metal split ring or nylon connectors. The new Gitzo tripods include the Gitzo Mountaineer GT2542 and GT3542L carbon-fibre models, the GT4543LS Systematic Tripod and the Gitzo GH2720QR and GH1720QR Two-Way Fluid Heads.

The Canon and Nikon versions of the Sigma EF-630 flashgun are scheduled to start shipping later this month. First announced in 2016 (and already available for Sigma cameras), the EF-630 is a multifunctional clip-on type flash designed to work with today's advanced digital SLR cameras. Featuring a zoomable tilt-swivel head with a zoom coverage of 24-200mm, the Sigma EF-630 offers wireless TTL exposure control as well as high-speed sync, rear-curtain sync and modelling flash functions. Photographers can update the unit's firmware via the optional Flash USB Dock FD-11. The recommended retail price of the Sigma EF-630 is $379.

The new National Geographic Australia Collection is inspired by the ochre-pigmented sands and soils of The Australian Outback, and the dazzling blue seas that hem the continent’s beautiful coasts. The interior fabric of the collection’s camera bags features a colourful eucalyptus-leaf print evocative of Australia’s forest canopies. The durable, deftly crafted internal compartment design features the renowned Manfrotto Protection System. The National Geographic Australia Collection includes five different products, including the NG Australia camera and laptop backpack for DSLRs/CSCs, the NG Australia 3 way camera backpack for DSLRs, the NG Australia Camera Holster for CSCs and two NG Australia camera messengers for Compact System Cameras. Click through / read on for the details.

Fantasea Line has announced that its FG9X underwater housing is fully compatible with the new Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II camera. The housing provides full access to all camera buttons with clearly labelled controls and features a new touchscreen technology, providing access to essential contact points on the camera's touch-sensitive screen. Depth rated to 60 metres, the Fantasea FG9X offers a moisture detector, double O-ring protection and an M67 thread on its lens port. The Fantasea FG9X housing is available for $399.95.

Elinchrom have just introduced the ELB 1200, the next evolution in battery-powered, on-location lighting. Weighing only 9.5 lb (4.3 kg), the ELB 1200 has been completely redesigned to meet the needs of photographers needing a combination of performance and portability. Featuring a lightweight, shock resistant case and oversized cable connections for easier operating while wearing gloves, the ELB 1200 is expected to hit the shelves in the middle of 2017. (Pricing to be confirmed.) Elinchrom also announced three new flash heads - Action, Hi-Sync, and Pro - for use with the ELB 1200. Whether if it's for all-around general use with the Pro Head, acquiring shorter flash durations with the Action Head, or using the Hi-Sync head to reach 1/8000s shutter speed, photographers not only can choose the head that best fits their application, they can also select from Elinchrom's range of light-shaping tools to achieve their creative vision.

The Phottix Ares II radio flash trigger is now available for purchase. The transmitter and receiver system boasts the latest technology and is perfect for manual shooting with studio lights or hot shoe flashes. The Ares II offers a working range of 150 metres (almost 500 feet), 16 channels and a Digital ID function for secure triggering - no one can trigger your flashes unless using your four-digit Digital ID code. Both the transmitter and the receiver are available for $54.95.

Lexar today announced the new 256GB capacity Lexar Professional 1000x microSDXC UHS-II (U3) memory card. Designed for sports camcorders, tablets, and smartphones, the Professional 1000x microSDXC UHS-II card has read transfer speeds up to 150MB per second and write speeds up to 90MB/s. The 256GB capacity card is also verified to be compatible with GoPro cameras, and comes with a microSD UHS-II USB 3.0 reader (pictured). The new card capacity will be available in Q1 of 2017 with an MSRP of £357.99.