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SEIZE THE EDGE CAPTURE TOMORROW THE NIKON IMAGING RANGE VOL. 1 SEIZE THE EDGE What is the edge? It’s where the difference is made. Where we stand to see further. Where we stand out against the competition. It’s the precipice with the promise of unrealised potential. Beyond the horizon of possibility. The edge is where we discover what we’re truly capable of. It’s the limit we seek to stretch. The boundary that’s just a starting point for those who dare. Seize the edge with Nikon. ©Brandon Woelfel MEET THE DIFFERENCE MAKERS CHALINEE THIRASUPA Our mirrorless and D-SLR ranges are designed to meet the creative demands and desires of a diverse family of photographers. Thai sports photographer Chalinee’s passion for professional football, basketball and extreme sports is plain From the studio to the stadium. Shooting elegant portraits, or unbelievable landscapes. to see in her work. Capturing motion, emotion, action and reaction perfectly in high-speed, once-in-a lifetime shots, Macros to movies. From the intimate, to the extreme. Chalinee always strives to incorporate elements of light, movement and energy in her photographs, making for truly memorable images brimming with drama and tension. Nikon’s advanced imaging technologies allow our visionaries to see, shoot and share their magic. We provide the power and performance demanded by professionals. The ease of use adored by the eager beginner. DALE SHARPE RIO MOTRET The speed, versatility and reliability favoured by all. Travel and landscape specialist Dale’s D-SLR journey Commercial photographer and social media superstar Enabling and empowering them to make their difference in the world. began with a boyhood birthday gift: a Nikon D70 Rio's forte is shooting special occasions, often with a intended to give purpose to the young Dale’s passion star turn or celebrity twist. Many of Indonesia’s rich Nikon gives these photographers their edge. Seize yours. for storm chasing. He hasn’t stopped chasing the and famous have had birthdays, weddings and other light since; from the Northern Lights over Norway milestones preserved by his vibrant portrait photography down to the southernmost tip of South America, the and brilliant beauty shots. As word-of-mouth continues adventurous Australian captures stunning landscape to do the rounds of Indonesia’s most elite social circles, scenes with striking composition. Rio’s own star looks set to rise even higher. JAVAN NG TOM DE WAART ANKITA ASTHANA A self-taught photographer, a self-titled urban explorer; Dutch-born Tom's childhood dream was to be a pilot. Javan sees things in cities across the world that most When he achieved it, he picked up a camera and people miss. Constantly seeking new colours, contrasts started documenting his travels. From his home in One of the top wedding photographers in India, Ankita is known for capturing real moments and points of view, his clever compositions use patterns, Hong Kong, Tom now explores the whole world as amidst the action, calm amongst the chaos. The photography Master’s graduate combined her angles and reflections to show an interesting side to a photographer, and his goal is to show the splendour art and commercial work by founding WeddingNama, a popular wedding film & photography ordinary places. Currently based in Singapore, Javan that our planet has to offer, in order to inspire future company. Her award-winning work has been featured in several prestigious international is also a Getty Images Contributor and Nikon School generations to protect it. His motto? “Travel everywhere. publications. Ankita also takes time to inspire the next generation of storytellers, speaking and Instructor, where he imparts his photography knowledge, Leave nothing but footprints.” panelling at photography conferences. skills and experiences to photography enthusiasts. DEAN CHENG HINA KHALID As a specialist in commercial shooting, Dean knows how to capture a moment with meaning. A chartered accountant, graphic designer, 3D visualizer, jewellery brand owner, macro photographer – and The talented Taiwan-based photographer uniquely combines documentary photography with staunch advocate for disabled rights. Wheelchair-impaired since 12 years old, Hina, hailing from Pakistan, is no fashion photography to create an offbeat and captivating style. An expert in high-end portraits, stranger to struggle, but seeks to turn negative into positive by inspiring others to be more inclusive. With an especially renowned for his creative approach with cultural elements, Dean is also known for his exceptionally good eye and a penchant for perspective, Hina has mastered the macro, finding the greatest beauty spellbinding interior shots and attention-grabbing advertising campaign work. in the tiniest details. SPARK LO DOMINIQUE CHERRY A man, his motorcycle and a mastery of landscape photography. One of the most prominent motorcycle journalists Contemporary Australia-based photographer Dominique has been documenting life stories for in Taiwan, Spark has an insatiable appetite for adventure, and his remarkable shots of rough and rugged landscapes the past 15 years, combining a passion for travel with a flair for food photography and a gift from a two-wheeled, twenty-thousand-kilometre journey across the United States are the proof. Spark’s eye for a full for seeing what remains invisible to many. Dominique tastefully captures the flavour and feel frame and an appreciation for natural beauty result in some breathtaking panoramic perspectives. of a moment (or a menu) with her spirited, compelling and energetic approach. Never missing the beauty in the everyday, her use of natural light makes the real and relevant moments shine. ONG YING SIN More connected. More creative. The D5600 boasts Easy. Portable. Amazing. The D3500 is here to take detail that dazzles even professional photographers your photography to the next level. Offering high 04 05 Based in Singapore, self-taught Ying Sin sees city life through a highly creative lens. Her and powerful tools to push the boundaries of your image quality even in low-light scenarios, this entry- astonishing work with angles and architecture shows a different side to urban life; detailed, creativity. Picture new perspectives with the vari-angle level D-SLR captures stunning clarity and striking dramatic, dazzling in equal measure, using bright lights and shadows to create stark contrasts LCD monitor with an intuitive touch interface for easy shooting and creative colours that you’ll love – and your audience will “Like”. A simple-to-operate and clever compositions, alive with the bustle of the busy streets. Singapore’s “Instagrammer of vision in all directions. And, with the introduction of an in-camera time-lapse design in a sleek, sophisticated structure, this camera is the perfect the Year 2018”, Ying Sin plays an active part in the local photography community. function to the entry-level D-SLR series, you can transform ordinary scenes into companion to capture any and all occasions with family and friends. dramatic high-speed sequences. NO BOUNDARIES 16 mm TO BRILLIANCE The Z mount system is more than a mirrorless camera system. It is Nikon’s answer to the ever-increasing demand for superior image quality in stills and movies, placing equal emphasis on both. Our new line-up features revolutionary technologies to push the limits of detail, definition and depth further than ever before. The secret lies in the large lens mount with 55-mm inner diameter and short 16-mm flange focal distance. The new mount brings phenomenal flexibility to the optical design of lenses – the most critical element in image-making. Introducing brand new NIKKOR Z lenses designed around the larger mount, the Z mount system also continues to support the NIKKOR F lenses*. The robust, tactile design inherits Nikon’s proven reliability and operability, so you can capture scenes with confidence even in harsh conditions. It’s an invitation into a new world of unprecedented optical performance. Inspired by the past. Designed for tomorrow. This is the future of imaging. This is the edge. Grasp it. 55 mm *Mount Adapter FTZ required. • FX format • 45.7 megapixels • ISO 64-25600 • 493-point AF system ANKITA ASTHANA • Full-frame 4K UHD @ankita_asthana www.weddingnama.in “Know when to press Indian weddings especially are extremely colourful and loud, from the décor to the clothes to the jewellery. the shutter. Capture the Capturing the real moments amongst all the directed action is key, and as a wedding photographer, it’s essential action or emotion at the to identify what’s important in the middle of all the chaos. One look, one teardrop, one hug can create a timeless right time, not a second memory to be cherished forever. I’m always prepared for any surprises – and Nikon’s equipment has never let me too early or late.” down. The Z 7’s grip alone instils confidence, and it’s much easier to move around without compromising results. It captures the colours beautifully, even in low light, and the tilting screen helps me see new perspectives. I sometimes use black-and-white to bring focus to emotion, too. If you can make the viewer feel what your subject was feeling, then your job is done. Be observant, don’t ignore the smaller details – and never give up! ©Ankita Asthana ©Ankita • Body: Z 7 • Lens: PC-E Micro NIKKOR 45mm f/2.8D ED + Mount Adapter FTZ • Shutter speed: 1/400 second • Aperture: f/2.8 • Sensitivity: ISO 1600 ©Ankita Asthana 08 09 • Body: Z 7 • Lens: AF-S NIKKOR 20mm f/1.8G ED + Mount Adapter FTZ • Shutter speed: 1/1000 second • Aperture: f/2.2 • Sensitivity: ISO 100 • Sensitivity: ISO f/2.2 Aperture: • second speed: 1/1000 FTZ • Shutter Adapter Mount ED + f/1.8G 20mm NIKKOR AF-S Z 7 • Lens: • Body: • Body: Z 7 • Lens: AF-S NIKKOR 24mm f/1.4G ED + Mount Adapter FTZ • Shutter speed: 1/500 second • Aperture: f/2 • Sensitivity: ISO 400 ©Ankita Asthana • FX format • 45.7 megapixels Cheng ©Dean • ISO 64-25600 • 493-point AF system DEAN CHENG • Full-frame 4K UHD @crazydean0420 www.crazydean0420.myportfolio.com “To find your edge, I’ve spent a lot of time getting to grips with the fundamentals of photography: that’s how I dare to be different.