OCUS ISSUE 10 • JAN 06 F MITA (P) 016/07/2005 A QUARTERLYA QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER NEWSLETTER FROM FROM NIKON

PHOTO: SCOTT WOODWARD Q & A CONTESTEVENTS

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WHAT’S WITHIN

02 EDITOR’S NOTE 03 WE’RE MOVING 04 - 20 FEATURED PRODUCT - D200 AF-S 18-200 LIGHTING SYSTEM PICTURE PROJECT FIELDSSCOPES 24 - 29 PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS 31 D70/D70s/D50 WORKSHOP 32 - 37 PORTFOLIO : SCOTT WOODWARD 38 - 39 PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST 40 - 43 EVENTS 44 Q & A CONTEST 47 FREE PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP

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HAPPY NEW YEAR… WE’RE MOVING

This festive season heralds the release of our much awaited and anticipated D200 DSLR as well as the AF-S DX VR 18~200mm NEW CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTRE Lens and our Close-Up Speedlight Commander Kit. Say that twenty times quickly. Ha! That is a real mouth full! NEW OFFICE

The new DSLR and Lens were well received by local and overseas users alike. Some even dared to compare it to our flagship and local Clubsnap forumers even nicknamed the new D200 DSLR as the “Mini D2X”! Like our previous DLSRs launched, the D200 NEW SHOWROOM represent great value at their particular price point. Do check it out at your favourite dealer.

This month’s issue also beckons our shift to Fuji Xerox building at Anson road. Officially operating from 23 January 2006 and with bigger space, we are able to have a Showroom by itself on the ground floor displaying all our products and the Service Centre th on the 10 Floor to serve you better. For the walk in customers, the nearest MRT station is at Tanjong Pagar which is about a ten minutes walk away. For the drive in customers, there is a car park at Fuji Xerox building itself. Otherwise if the customer does not want to enter the CBD area, they may want to park at the PSA car park which is just a stone throw away.

The last time we featured Scott Woodward, photography was Editor : Brenda Ang only his part time job and hobby. Now that he has gone into full Contributors : Max Sim time photography as a full fledged professional photographer, I : Jimmy Chia personally thought his new collection of works is worth sharing with our readers. Do see it for yourself on Page 32. : Dion Yong Production : Wang Design Station Ever thought of taking a good silhouette picture but do not know Distributor : Nikon Singapore Pte Ltd how to go about it? Your answer is all on Page 24, taking a 11 Chang Charn Road silhouette picture is no longer unattainable with tips and advice from Steven Yee. #02-01 Shriro House Singapore 159640 Do give us your feedback and opinions about the magazine. Tel: (65) 6559 3630 With effect from 23 January 2006, we’ll be operating from a bigger and better Every quarter we are mulling over coffee (if it’s after working Fax: (65) 6559 3671 hours then it is beer!) as to what to include or improvements to premises located at No. 80 Anson Road Fuji Xerox Towers. Here’s where you’ll find put into the Focus Magazine. Co. Reg. No. : 199503875K Feedback Email : [email protected] greater comfort, convenience and quality service dedicated to sales support, service Gong Xi Fa Cai! Wishing you a prosperous year ahead! Website : www.nikon.com.sg/focus and showcase of our current and latest products. Brenda Ang Editor Front Cover By Scott Woodward

Nikon Singapore Pte Ltd Nikon Customer Service Centre: Nikon Showroom: 80 Anson Road 80 Anson Road 80 Anson Road #10-01/02 Fuji Xerox Towers #10-01/02 Fuji Xerox Towers #01-02 Fuji Xerox Towers PG Singapore 079907 Singapore 079907 Singapore 079907 PG Tel: (65) 6559 3618 • Fax: (65) 6559 3665 Tel: (65) 6559 6363 • Fax: (65) 6559 3669 Tel: (65) 6559 3627 / 628 Fax: (65) 6559 3666 02 03 For more information or enquiry, please visit our website at http://www.nikon.com.sg for more details. (The above contact is only valid from 23 January 2006 onwards) FEATURED PRODUCT - D200

over 30,000 images to evaluate rather than merely capability at up to 5fps, with continuous bursts of measure the true content of each scene. up to an impressive 37 JPEG (Fine-large) images* or up to 22 shots* in NEF (RAW) format, making Handling response is exceptional. In fact, with the D200 a perfect fit for discriminating power-up in a mere 0.15 seconds, a remarkable photographers and a natural choice for wedding, shutter time lag of only 50 milliseconds and a event and action specialists shortened viewfinder blackout time of just 105 milliseconds, the D200 excels in the capture of *When using a SanDisk SDCFH (Ultra II) or SDCFX fleeting or unexpected moments. Such factors also (Extreme III) 1GB CF card. combine with high-speed continuous shooting

For accurate autofocus across a more diverse range of compositions, the D200 features a new and highly accurate 11-area AF system in addition to 7-wide area AF – both of which are based on Nikon's advanced Multi-CAM 1000 AF Sensor Module. Not only does this AF system support the photographer with fast and precise auto focus under a variety of shooting conditions, but it also offers a pleasing array of functions for greater flexibility – allowing an individual area to be selected RCP S$3,288 from either the 11-area AF or 7-wide area AF sensors for Single AF or making use of multiple sensors to enable Dynamic AF, Closest Subject Priority Dynamic AF and Group Dynamic AF. Available in : Platinum Silver, Ivory White and Brown Red Complementing its excellent handling, the D200 has been created with a magnesium alloy chassis that combines light weight with high-level durability.

A PRECISION-CRAFTED DIGITAL SLR BLENDING 10.2 EFFECTIVE In addition to this, it also features an enhanced sealing system that helps protect exterior seams from potentially damaging moisture and dust. The D200 also features a large and bright viewfinder offering large 0.94x magnification to ensure the clearest view possible for MEGAPIXEL PERFORMANCE WITH IMPRESSIVELY FAST HANDLING precise composition as well as built-in diopter adjustment that allows the camera to be calibrated to the photographer’s personal vision. AND IMPROVED USABILITY FOR OUTSTANDING IMAGES.

Tokyo — Nikon Corporation is pleased to from a significant reduction in the incidence of Viewing excellence is taken further with an as professional Nikon digital SLRs, the D200 offers announce the introduction of the D200. Combining moiré as well as color fringing and shifting. expansive 2.5-inch high-resolution LCD that the photographer the option to shoot in their choice newly developed Nikon technologies with advanced Furthermore, 4-channel output allows the D200 provides an ultra-wide 170˚ viewing angle from of memory-efficient JPEG format, in the NEF (RAW) features, the D200 is a precision-engineered, high- to adopt the advanced image-processing engine all directions. It also offers the ability to magnify format or even in both simultaneously – allowing performance digital SLR designed to satisfy the of the D2x that combines color-independent images by up to 400% to enable photographers photographers to select the image best suited to requirements of passionate and demanding preconditioning prior to A/D conversion with to closely inspect images for fine details while the purpose at hand or make use of the myriad photographers. advanced digital image processing algorithms to offering a selectable RGB histogram display, which advantages born of the fact that NEF (RAW) deliver fine color gradations with satisfyingly allows photographers to make better-informed comprises not only the RAW image data captured Employing a newly developed 10.2 effective smooth, consistent transitions. exposure decisions through the viewing of a by the 10.2 effective megapixel image sensor but megapixel Nikon DX Format CCD image sensor, composite RGB histogram, or a separate histogram also a thumbnail image and a highly useful and featuring Nikon's exclusive image processing Equipped with Nikon’s exclusive 1,005-pixel 3D for each individual color channel. The D200 also “Instruction Set” of the cameras settings at the engine and image optimizing functionality, the Color Matrix Metering II the D200 seamlessly features the largest top LCD panel among cameras time of shooting. D200 captures images with sharp detail and determines ideal exposures, even in complex in its class to convey maximum information at a faithful color to deliver extraordinary resolution lighting conditions. Capturing scene elements glance with easy access to shooting data including Like all Nikon SLR cameras, the D200 also offers that supports significant image enlargement while including brightness, contrast and color content shooting mode, battery condition, card information, all the advantages of compatibility with Nikon’s enabling greater freedom for creative cropping. with a 1,005-pixel RGB-enabled sensor, this gridline display, shutter speed, F stop and number superior and comprehensive Total Imaging System. This image sensor also incorporates high-speed advanced system employs improved algorithms of remaining shots. High image quality is assured through compatibility 4-channel data output and features a new Optical for even better evaluation of large area highlight with over 50 outstanding AF Nikkor lenses, Low Pass Filter, allowing photographers to benefit and shadow detail and an onboard database of Offering the same flexible workflow advantages including Nikon’s DX Nikkor lenses engineered

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exclusively for use with Nikon digital SLRs and an to offer benefits such as i-TTL flash control, extensive array of AF Nikkors designed for use Advanced Wireless Lighting, highly reliable FV on digital and 35mm SLRs. And expanding the Lock and Auto FP High-Speed Sync. Nikon’s Total Total Imaging System further, the D200s offers Imaging System also allows the photographer to compatibility with the Nikon Creative Lighting benefit from the use of Nikon’s digital-exclusive System, enabling high-precision flash photography DX Nikkor lenses as well as those from Nikon’s with SB-800, SB-600 and SB-R200 Speedlights 35mm/digital compatible AF Nikkor System.

The ergonomically designed MB-D200 blends extended stability and shooting potential. Powered by either 6 AA sized batteries or 1 or 2 EN-EL3e batteries, the battery pack provides an extra command dial and alternative buttons for shutter release and AF start to facilitate more comfortable shooting in vertical format.

NIKON D200 – MAJOR FEATURES Exceptional imaging performance Rugged yet lightweight Magnesium Alloy Body Enhance sealing system • Newly developed 10.2 effective megapixel Nikon DX Format CCD image sensor with the power to capture exceptional sharpness and faithful color at 3,872 x 2,592 pixels size. Incorporates high-speed 4-channel data Nikon D200 housed it’s Nikon advanced technologies and mechanisms within a rugged, but light weight magnesium body, output that contributes to 5fps continuous shooting performance and employs a newly developed Optical Low the D200 is durable, dependable and ready for the most rigorous of assignments. Equipped with enhanced sealing system Pass Filter that helps prevent moiré, color fringing and shifting while improving resolving power. protecting each and every seam, the D200 body offers reassuring resistance to causal moisture and dust. • Adopts the industry-leading advanced imaging processing engine of the D2x, which allows color-independent pre-conditioning prior to A/D conversion to work in symphony with advanced digital image processing algorithms to achieve fine color gradations with exceptionally smooth, consistent transitions. The latest version of Nikon’s PictureProject software IEEE802.11b/g compatibility to enable cable-free (included) enables easy image editing, image transfer to a compatible computer with the • Newly developed 11-area AF system packs the same number of focus areas available for the professional D2 series into a space-efficient system, with the photographer able to select individual focus areas from 11-area organization and sharing as well as the design added assurance of wide-ranging network and wide and 7 wide-area AF for Single Area AF, Dynamic AF that delivers precise Continuous servo AF mode of multi-image album pages, the creation of security protocols. For additional convenience, operation for moving subjects, Closest Subject Priority Dynamic AF and also Group Dynamic AF. All such AF slideshows and much more to push photographic the Wireless Transmitter WT-3 provides alternative options are supported by refined lens-controlling algorithms that realize improved focus precision, better subject enjoyment even further. Nikon’s image processing buttons for shutter release and AF start as well as acquisition capability, keener subject tracking ability and overall improved system response. software, Nikon Capture 4 (Ver. 4.4) (available an extra command dial to facilitate more • 3D Color Matrix Metering II (AE) – as used in the D2x – delivers optimized exposure through the use of new for purchase separately) allows photographers to comfortable shooting in vertical format. technology developed for the Nikon 1,005-pixel RGB exposure/Color Matrix Metering Sensor. Evaluating reprocess and refine images or even initiate brightness, color, contrast, selected focus area and camera-to-subject distance, this system references all such processing settings as an alternative to those made data against an expanded onboard database that has been created using data from more than 30,000 actual photographic scenes to instantly and accurately calculate the final value with high-level dependability during by the camera, and it also accepts a diverse range The ergonomically designed MB-D200 blends both automatic and manual operation. Also offers variable size center-weighted metering which concentrates of optional plug-in software, such as the nik Color extended stability and shooting potential. Powered 75% of sensitivity within the center-weighted circle, as well as spot metering supporting each individual sensor Efex Pro 2.0 range of filters and effects. by either 6 AA sized batteries or 1 or 2 EN-EL3e of both the 7 wide-area AF and 11-area AF groups. batteries, the battery pack provides an extra • New image optimization modes enable photographers to produce results more closely matching the intended Taking freedom and versatility even further, the command dial and alternative buttons for shutter results, with a range of choice comprising optimization of sharpening, tone (contrast), color, saturation, and D200 is compatible with the Wireless Transmitter release and AF start to facilitate more comfortable hue, with choices from Normal, Softer, Vivid, More vivid, Portrait, Custom and Black-and-white optimization. WT-3* (available Spring, 2006), which delivers shooting in vertical format.

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Impressively high speed DIGITUTOR FOR NIKON D200 • Near instant power-up of 0.15 seconds lets photographers respond to sudden opportunities. •A mere 50-millisecond shutter time lag promotes fast handling, while 105-millisecond viewfinder blackout realizes assured control that’s especially useful during continuous shooting. For more information, visit Nikon D200 – DigiTutor at • Swift continuous shooting performance at 5 frames per second enables the shooting of up to 37 JPEG (Fine- http://www.nikondigitutor.com/eng/d200/index.shtml. Large) images* or up to 22 NEF (RAW) images*, with shutter speeds ranging from 1/8,000 of a second to 30 seconds. Nikon is pleased to launch DigiTutor for Nikon D200. In this microsite, you will have access to wide range of information at your fingertips. Further versatility • Multiple exposure enables up to 10 separate images to be used to create a single composite to produce imaginative and even surreal results. A brief preview of the content as shown below: • Image overlay function creates a composite image in-camera from two selected NEF (RAW) images. The original files remain unaltered, opacity can be precisely controlled and the resultant image can be saved in either RAW, JPEG or TIFF format. • Connection to a GPS (Global Positioning System) unit via an optionally available GPS Adapter Cord MC-35 enables the recording of data including latitude, longitude, elevation and UTC (Coordinated Universal Time) along with conventional shooting data for each image. •A large 2.5-inch LCD monitor with a 170˚ viewing angle from every direction assists accurate assessment of sharpness by enabling image preview with up to 400% magnification. It also offers RGB information as a single display or separate histograms for each color channel to enable better exposure-related decision-making. • The large top LCD panel makes it easy to read a wealth of data at a glance, such as shooting mode, battery condition, card information, gridline display, shutter speed, F stop and number of remaining shots. •A new color-coded menu display features a color scheme that promotes easy viewing as well as the use of intuitive keywords that assist speedy navigation. There’s also a Recent Settings list that displays the last 14 settings selected from shooting and Custom menus and playback options include single frame, 4- or 9-image thumbnail display, zoom with scroll, histogram indication and highlight point display. •A chassis crafted from magnesium alloy gives the D200 lightweight resilience, while an enhanced sealing system helps protect each and every exterior seam from potentially damaging dust and moisture. •A double-bladed shutter unit tested to well over 100,000 cycles ensures highly reliable, highly durable performance. The shutter unit also employs a refined mirror balance mechanism that allows the mirror to complete its motion cycle and reach a complete stop with virtually no mirror bounce, providing the extended viewfinder visibility essential for fast, accurate focus tracking and continuous shooting. • The newly developed high-energy EN-EL3e rechargeable lithium-ion battery delivers enough power to support the shooting of up to 1,800 images on a single charge, can be recharged at any time and features a handy real-time fuel gauge system display that shows remaining charge by percentage, number of shots since last charge and overall battery status. • The optionally available MB-D200 battery pack adds extended shooting capability with an ergonomic design. Able to run on either six AA-size batteries or two EN-EL3 batteries**, it also features an additional command dial and alternative buttons for shutter release and AF start that make for more comfortable vertical shooting. • The Wireless Transmitter WT-3*** adds all the convenience of IEEE802.11b/g capability, enabling cable-free image transfer to a compatible computer while also supporting wide-ranging network and security protocols for added assurance.

*When using a SanDisk SDCFH (Ultra II) or SDCFX (Extreme III) 1GB CF card. **Compatible AA-size batteries comprise alkaline, NiMH, lithium and nickel-manganese batteries. ***Available only in countries that approve the use of thirteen frequency channels.

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AF-S DX VR ZOOM- AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED Major Features NIKKOR 18-200MM • Offers the broad 18-200mm focal range (11.1x zoom) for use in a variety of situations (equivalent to a 27-300 mm lens in 35mm format) F/3.5-5.6G IF-ED • VR II system offers the equivalent of using a shutter speed 4 stops faster • Two ED glass and three aspherical lens elements minimize chromatic aberration, astigmatism and other RCP S$1,480 forms of distortion, while ensuring high resolution and contrast • Incorporates a compact SWM (Silent Wave Motor) for quiet focusing

TOKYO - Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce • Delivers high-level optical performance that is specially designed for use with the Nikon digital SLRs the introduction of the AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor • Employs a seven-blade rounded diaphragm opening that achieves a natural blur for out-of-focus 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED, a compact, elements lightweight 11.1x zoom lens that is ideal for • Enables focusing from as close as 50cm (20 in.) from the subject through its entire focal range everyday photography and incorporates advanced • M/A mode for rapid switching between autofocus and manual focus operation features such as Nikon ED glass, SWM (Silent Wave Motor) and enhanced VR (Vibration Reduction), as • Internal Focusing (IF) design enables use of circular polarizing filters well as featuring optics optimized for use with • High-grade Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC) offers superb color reproduction while minimizing Nikon digital SLRs. ghosting and flare • Flower-shaped Lens Hood HB-35 (provided) greatly reduces stray light The lens offers users the remarkable 18-200mm A compact and lightweight 11.1x high-power zoom focal length range, which conveniently covers lens for Nikon digital SLRs, featuring enhanced everything from wide landscapes to tight portrait Vibration Reduction system. TECHNICAL shots. (The picture angle is equivalent to a 27- SPECIFICATION 300mm lens in 35mm format.) Advanced Nikon engineering has given rise to a compact lightweight Mode effectively compensates for vibration in design that offers excellent handling characteristics. situations where it is more pronounced and more frequent, such as when shooting from a moving Aspherical lens elements The highlight of this versatile powerful zoom lens vehicle. is the benefit of improved Vibration Reduction (VR ED glass elements II), an innovation that makes it possible to take Additional proven Nikon features and technologies substantially sharper handheld pictures at slower offered in the AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 18-200mm shutter speeds than would otherwise be possible. f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED include the compact SWM, which Focal length : 18-200mm (equivalent to a 27-300mm lens in 35mm format) This provides the distinct advantage of being able combines fast and precise autofocusing with super- Maximum aperture : f/3.5-5.6 to shoot more effectively in a much broader variety quiet operation, two ED glass elements and three Minimum aperture : f/22-36 of challenging lighting conditions. With the new aspherical lens elements that provide for higher Lens construction : 16 elements in 12 groups (two ED glass elements, three aspherical lens elements) VR II advantage, users can take pictures at shutter resolution, high-contrast images while minimizing Picture angle : 76° - 8° speeds as many as 4 stops slower* than they chromatic aberration, astigmatism and other forms Minimum focus range : 0.5m (1.6 ft.) ordinarily could shoot without camera shake with of distortion. Attachment size : 72mm a non-VR lens! Nikon’s VR technology further Dimensions (approx.) : 77 x 96.5mm (3.0 x 3.8 in.) enhances picture taking potential with a choice of *Under Nikon measurement conditions. Weight (approx.) : 560g (19.8 oz.) two modes to match more shooting conditions. VR Included accessories : 72mm Snap-on front lens cap (LC-72), Rear lens cap (LF-1), Normal Mode primarily compensates for camera Bayonet hood (HB-35), Flexible lens pouch (CL-1018) shake, and includes automatic panning detection, Optional accessories : 72mm screw-in filters as well as automatic tripod detection. VR Active

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NEW ADDITIONS TO NIKON ADVANCED WIRELESS LIGHTING SYSTEM.

WIRELESS REMOTE SPEEDLIGHT WIRELESS SPEEDLIGHT COMMANDER Example setup using Nikon Close-up Speedlight SB-R200 SU-800 Commander Kit R1C1

Ring SX-1, which is used to attach the SB-R200 to SW-12, and Flexible Arm Clip SW-C1. For those LIST PRICE the front of the lens. Included with the kit are a variety who want to use an SB-800 or a built-in Speedlight Close-up Speedlight Remote Kit R1: S$920 Close-up Speedlight Commander Kit R1C1: S$1,350 of accessories to help users enjoy close-up flash of D200/D70s/D70 cameras as a commander, there Consist of 2 Wireless Remote Speedlight SB-R200 Consist of 2 Wireless Remote Speedlight SB-R200 shooting, such as the Extreme Close-Up Positioning is also the Nikon Close-up Speedlight Remote Kit R1, and 1 Wireless Speedlight Commander SU-800 Adapter SW-11, Color Filter Set SJ-R200, Diffuser which comes without the SU-800.

TOKYO - Nikon Corporation is pleased to digital SLR cameras that are compatible with Nikon WIRELESS REMOTE SPEEDLIGHT SB-R200 MAJOR FEATURES announce the introduction of the Wireless Remote Creative Lighting System. The Wireless Remote • Supports the Nikon Creative Lighting System Speedlight SB-R200, a portable wireless remote Speedlight SB-R200 offers a guide number of • Functions only as a remote Speedlight unit flash unit for Nikon Advanced Wireless Lighting 14/46 (ISO 200, m/ft.), and can be attached to • Supports i-TTL (for automatic balanced Fill-Flash), D-TTL, TTL, Manual system, and the Wireless Speedlight Commander the front of the lens via the Attachment Ring SX- • Accurate i-TTL flash control achieved through flash exposure monitoring control SU-800, a commander to control up to 3 groups 1, held in the photographer’s hand, or freely • Guide Number of 10/33 [ISO100, m/ft], 14/46 [ISO200, m/ft] of i-TTL compatible wireless flash units. positioned by using the Speedlight Stand AS-20, • Advanced Wireless Lighting available • Auto FP High-Speed Sync; use with fast shutter speeds achieves effective blurring of out-of-focus background which is supplied with the SB-R200. elements This Speedlight equipment has been developed to • FV lock holds flash value, enabling recomposition prior to shooting provide a variety of wireless multiple flash and SB-R200 and SU-800 are also available as a kit • Speedlight stand AS-20 (supplied) close-up flash operations. The Wireless Speedlight for close-up lighting. Nikon Close-up Speedlight • Soft Case SS-R200 (supplied) Commander SU-800 controls the flash output levels Commander Kit R1C1 consists of a Wireless • Color Filter Set SJ-R200 (supplied) of the SB-800, SB-600 or new SB-R200 remote Speedlight Commander SU-800, two Wireless • Color Filter Holder SZ-1 (supplied) Speedlight units when mounted on current Nikon Remote Speedlight SB-R200s, and an Attachment • Note: The SB-R-200 cannot be attached to the camera’s accessory shoe.

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WIRELESS SPEEDLIGHT COMMANDER SU-800 MAJOR FEATURES WIRELESS SPEEDLIGHT COMMANDER SU-800 SPECIFICATIONS • Supports the Nikon Creative Lighting System Transmission mode Infrared-pulse emitting communication using a flash discharge tube • When using i-TTL compatible Nikon digital SLR cameras and Speedlight, user can divide the Speedlight units into three groups and control the flash output independently for each group Transmission range Approx. 20m (66 ft.) for SB-800/SB-600; Approx 4m (13 ft.) for SB- R200 at normal settings • Features a Commander function that can trigger wireless remote flash (SB-800, SB-600, or SB-R200) units without a master flash unit. Number of channels 4 • One-touch switching between close-up and Commander modes Number of groups 3 • Easy-to-use close-up flash operations. Two types of operations: Dual-light close-up flash and Triple-light close- up flash Number of transmissions per battery Approx. 1200 • Easy-to-view LCD panel Transmission interval Approx. 1second • Compact and lightweight Flash light wavelength Approx. 800 to 1000nm (infrared ray) • Soft Case SS-SU800 (supplied) • When using the SU-800 with cameras not compatible with i-TTL flash control, only close-up flash operation Flash coverage Approx. 60° (using cords) is possible in use with the optional TTL Cord SC-30 Display LCD, ready-light

AF-Assist Illuminator Approx. 10m (33 ft.) at center area using a 50mm f/1.8 lens

Power source One CR123A (3V) lithium battery WIRELESS REMOTE SPEEDLIGHT SB-R200 SPECIFICATIONS Weight (without battery) Approx. 160g (5.6 oz.) Electronic construction Automatic Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) and series circuitry (for wireless remote flash only) Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 68 x 96 x 58mm (2.7 x 3.8 x2.3 in.)

Guide number 10/33 (ISO 100, m/ft), 14/46 (ISO 200, m/ft) Included accessory Soft Case (SS-SU800)

Angle of coverage Covering light distribution of 24mm lens; 60° (vertical) and 78° (horizontal) Optional accessory TTL Cord (SC-30) Flash mode i-TTL, D-TTL, TTL (film-based cameras); M (manual) Recycling time Approx. 6 seconds or less The new SB-R200 and SU-800 will be retailing in Set SJ-R200, Diffuser SW-12, and Flexible Arm Number of flashes Approx. 290 times two kits : Clip SW-C1. Bounce capability Flash head tilts down (toward the optical axis) to 60° with click stops at every 15°, or up to 45° (in the opposite direction) with click stops at every 15°. Nikon Close-up Speedlight Commander Kit R1C1: Nikon Close-up Speedlight REmote Kit R1: One Wireless Speedlight Commander SU-800, For those who want to use an SB-800 or a built- Flash duration Approx. 600µs two Wireless Remote Speedlight SB-R200s, and in Speedlight of D200/D70s/D70 cameras as a Mounting foot Dedicated shoe for Attachment Ring SX-1 or Speedlight Stand AS-20 an Attachment Ring SX-1, which is used to attach commander, Nikon offers Nikon Close-up Target light White LED the SB-R200 to the front of the lens. Included with the kit are a variety of accessories to help users Speedlight Remote Kit R1, which comes with the Display Ready-light enjoy close-up flash shooting, such as the Extreme same content as R1C1 but without the SU-800 Power source One CR123A (3V) lithium battery Close-Up Positioning Adapter SW-11, Color Filter Speedlight Commander. Weight (without battery) Approx. 120g (4.2 oz.) Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 80 x 75 x 55mm (3.1 x 3.0 x2.2 in.) Included accessories Speedlight Stand (AS-20), Soft Case (SS-R200), Color Filter Set (SJ-R200), Color Filter Holder (SZ-1) Optional accessory Color Filter Set (SJ-2) Adapter Ring (UR-5)*

*With an AF Micro-Nikkor 60mm f/2.8D lens, attach the Attachment Ring SX-1 to the lens using the Adapter Ring UR-5 and Adapter Ring SX-1-72.

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pre-designed templates and then printing them SEE WHAT NIKON SPEEDLIGHTS CAN DO PICTUREPROJECT as album pages.

For more information, please visit http://nikonimaging.com/global/technology/speedlight/index.htm COOLPIX REMOTE With COOLPIX Remote Control, the camera is c onnected to a compatible computer and operate CONTROL VER. 1.1 d using command tools that are illustrated on th e computer's monitor. Images taken remotely usi ON-LINE SALES STARTED ng this software can be saved directly to the con nected computer's hard disk drive; there is no n TOKYO-Nikon Corporation (President: Michio eed to change the camera's memory card durin Kariya) is pleased to announce the start of on-line g remote shooting. sales of COOLPIX Remote Control version 1.1, one of the plug-ins series (each sold separately) PictureProject COOLPIX Remote Control offers n for Nikon's PictureProject software, from 1st ot only solutions for business and professional a

This new version can be used with the newest COOLPIX L1 and S4 models, released this autumn, as well as the COOLPIX 8800 and With the increase in demand for Wireless Lighting, • ADVANTAGES YOU GET 8400 (*2). In addition to remote control for Nikon is proud to present a Microsite on Nikon Provide an insight of how Nikon Speedlight can functions such as AF Mode and Flash Mode, Speedlight. In this microsite, user will get to know improve or assist you in getting the perfect and control over zoom operation and the ambience and lighting. more about the range of Nikon Speedlights that shutter release which can be controlled we have in store as well as how to make full use • JUST TRY. IT’S EASY. remotely with the previous version, this new Provide user an interactive way to visualize the of their functions. effect of multiple speedlights on their subject. version 1.1 also enables remote control of exposure compensation and white balance The microsite comes in three parts: • PORTFOLIO A showcase of work by professional adjustment (*3), all for extended flexibility photographers using Nikon Speedlights. and versatility when shooting remotely. COOLPIX Remote Control dialog (with COOLPIX S4 connected)

November (*1). ctivities such as visual presentations, inspections PictureProject is provided complimentary with the , fixed-point observations and shooting product purchase of Nikon COOLPIX and Digital SLR photos, but also fun and convenience to general models that is offered to enhance any users. photographer's enjoyment of viewing and showing their photography. PictureProject provides users with tools to Organize, Edit, Share their digital *1 For the sales release schedule outside Japan, please refer to announcements made by the local Nikon subsidiaries and representatives. photography. With PictureProject you can also *2 Ver. 1.1 can operate on the PC installed with PictureProject (ver. 1.5.2 or view images in slide show format with music and later). Complimentary upgrades for PictureProject are available for eligible Nikon COOLPIX owners at the Nikon website for the local Nikon subsidiaries you can further share images via e-mail and with and representatives. PictureProject's very versatile printing tools. *3 The newly added functions cannot be used with the COOLPIX 8800 and Especially useful is PictureProject's Design tool 8400, even if the plug-in is updated to ver. 1.1. For those users using COOLPIX Remote Control ver. 1.0 who will be using COOLPIX L1 or S4 which enables arranging a selection of images in for remote shooting can update the plug-in for free from our following website.

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FEATURES • Compact, light and portable • Compatible with nine conventional Fieldscope NIKON With their 50mm objective diameter, the new eyepieces models (ED50: 455g, ED50 A: 470g) are more As second Fieldscopes, these models make nature than 50% lighter and about 30% shorter than watching extra easy, because they are fully FIELDSCOPE ED50 60mm objective diameter models. compatible with nine conventional Fieldscope eyepieces. FIELDSCOPE ED50A • Bright, clear viewfield The ED glass employed for the objective lens • Digiscoping capability

RCP S$760 compensates for chromatic aberration and realizes With a Fieldscope Digital Camera Bracket, like clear, accurate viewing. The multilayer-coated the new FSB-3*, a DS eyepiece and digital camera lenses and prisms make for exceptionally bright can be combined with either of the new Fieldscope Nikon Vision Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Nikon images. models for users to enjoy digiscoping with absolute Corporation, has released two new compact, light, ease. portable Fieldscope ED50 series models, plus a • Waterproof construction with nitrogen gas filling *Bracket type needed for the combination depends Fieldscope accessory, the Fieldscope Digital Camera Waterproof construction keeps these models fog- on the digital camera being used. free under conditions of wet weather or sudden Bracket FSB-3 (for Nikon COOLPIX P1 and P2 digital ROSE PINK cameras). temperature changes. • Three body colors Charcoal grey, pearlescent green and rose pink Background Fieldscopes make observation of distant models are available. birds and animals in tidelands, plains, mountains and forests of the wild, as well as stars, more convenient TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Fieldscope ED50 Fieldscope ED50 A50 and enjoyable. As super-telephoto picture-taking combining a Fieldscope and digital camera (a process Objective diameter (mm) 50 50 known as digiscoping) becomes more popular, Close focusing distance (m) 3 3 birdwatchers have embraced Nikon Vision's four models of Fieldscope III/EDIII series with 60mm Filter attachment size 55mm (P=0.75) 55mm (P=0.75) objective diameter and two models of Fieldscope Weight (g)* 455 470 ED82 series with 82mm objective diameter. Length (mm)* 209 207 The new Fieldscope ED50 series models feature small Width (mm)* 71 71 50mm objective diameter to accommodate demands PEARLESCENT GREEN for more compact, light, portable and affordable Height (mm)* 94 98 models. The ED glass used for their objective lenses Composite focal length (35mm-format equivalent) and composite F-number in combination with Fieldscope ED50/ED50 A and compensates for chromatic aberration and realizes COOLPIX P1/P2 bright, clear viewing. Waterproof construction with nitrogen gas filling makes these models fog-free when subjected to wet weather and sudden temperature FIELDSCOPE DIGITAL CAMERA BRACKET FSB-3 changes. Both the straight-body and angled-body This bracket is used exclusively to attach a Nikon COOLPIX P1 or P2 digital Fieldscope ED50 models are available in a choice of camera to a Nikon Fieldscope, such as one of the Fieldscope ED50 series three colors (charcoal grey, pearlescent green, rose models. pink). As an entry-level model for birdwatching or a second Fieldscope for those who already own one, In a Nikon digiscoping system, this bracket is combined with a DS eyepiece, either of the new Fieldscopes makes it more enjoyable so a nature watcher can easily capture a stunning closeup view using a for nature lovers to view the world with the greatest Fieldscope and digital camera to photograph super-telephoto pictures of of ease. CHARCOAL GREY birds and other

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FIELDSCOPE ED 50/ FIELDSCOPE ED 50A SYSTEM CHART The Fieldscope ED 50 / Fieldscope ED 50 A supports various Nikon Digital Compact / Digital SLR Cameras. CamerasAdapters Eyepiece Coolpix 900, 950, 990, FSA-1 + FSA-2 + FSA-3 + F/S-CP9XX - 20x/30x/38x Wide MC, 995, 4500 - 27x/40x/50x Wide MC, - 40x/60x/75x Wide MC, - 13-40x/20-60x/25-75x MC II Zoom

Coolpix 880, 4300 FSA-1 + FSA-2 + FSA-3 + F-CP880 - 20x/30x/38x Wide MC, - 27x/40x/50x Wide MC, - 40x/60x/75x Wide MC, - 13-40x/20-60x/25-75x MC II Zoom

Coolpix 5000 FSA-1 + FSA-2 + FSA-3 + F-CP5000 - 20x/30x/38x Wide MC, - 27x/40x/50x Wide MC, - 40x/60x/75x Wide MC, - 13-40x/20-60x/25-75x MC II Zoom

Coolpix 4600, 5600 FSB-2 - 16x/24x/30x Wide DS, - 27x/40x/50x Wide DS FSA-1 + FSA-2 + FSB-2 - 20x/30x/38x Wide MC, - 27x/40x/50x Wide MC, - 40x/60x/75x Wide MC, - 13-40x/20-60x/25-75x MC II Zoom

Coolpix 4200, 5200, FSB-1A - 16x/24x/30x Wide DS, 7900 - 27x/40x/50x Wide DS FSA-1 + FSA-2 + FSB-1A - 20x/30x/38x Wide MC, - 27x/40x/50x Wide MC, - 40x/60x/75x Wide MC, - 13-40x/20-60x/25-75x MC II Zoom

Coolpix P1 / P2 FSB-3 - 16x/24x/30x Wide DS, - 27x/40x/50x Wide DS FSA-1 + FSA-2 + FSB-3 - 20x/30x/38x Wide MC, - 27x/40x/50x Wide MC, - 40x/60x/75x Wide MC, - 13-40x/20-60x/25-75x MC II Zoom D1, D1H, D1X, D100, FSA-L1 Not required D70, D70s, D50, D2H, D2Hs, D2X, D200

Composite focal length (35mm-format equivalent) and composite F-number in combination with Fieldscope ED50/ED50 A and COOLPIX P1/P2 16x/24x/30x Wide DS 27x/40x/50x Wide DS Fieldscope Eyepiece Fieldscope Eyepiece Composite Composite F- Composite Composite F- focal length number focal length number With zoom at widest-angle 576mm 2.7 972mm 4.1 Fieldscope setting ED50/ED50 A With zoom at maximum 2,016mm 8.4 3,402mm 14.2 telescopic setting

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SILHOUETTE IN SUNSET ZONE Text and Pictures By Steven Yee Pui Chung B.Eng(Mech), FRPS, FPSS, FPSM, Hon.FKCC, AFIAP

This is the first of a series of techniques shared by Steven Yee, the instructor for the Nikon D50 and D70s at The Photographic Society of Singapore. In this issue, he shall share with you the tips on how to get real stunning shots during sunset. More of his works can be found on www.stevenyeephotography.com

Centre weighted, Daylight White Balance, ISO100, Aperture Priority Mode, Shutter speed 1/2500, Aperture f4.2 No doubt that the sky is bluer overseas. Chanced upon a setting sun with 2 subjects for my silhouette effort. Squat a little, get a low angle, hide yourself from the sun and make use of the boy with the bicycle to shoot against the glaring sun.

That round setting sun in the midst of fiery orange disappointment, some continue to shoot what they clouds sets the mood for a sunset shoot for the see and get terrible results on their LCD screen, evening. This is the ideal case for any sunset until someone tried a different angle by shooting lovers, which also made many avid photographers a subject against the setting sun and hey presto, lined up their tripods for that moment in time. what resulted is a stunning silhouette. However, most often than not, photographers are greeted with a big patch of glaring light instead Yes, here we are trying to see how best we can of that perfect round orange sun. Some left with capitalize on the situation and turn it in our favour.

Centre weighted, Daylight White Balance, ISO160, 70-300mm lens, Aperture Priority Mode, Shutter speed 1/320, Aperture f4.5, PG PG . . . /continue on page 20 handheld shot 24 Sometimes, the river bank can be a good setting for sunset silhouette shot. Wait for some interesting subject. 25 PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS

This also makes you feel good, especially if you These might be the questions that spin in your have spent lots of money going to exotic places mind as you prepare yourself for the shot. For a in search for that great sunset shot. You would start, by asking yourself whether you are shooting rather return with great silhouette shots than with or without the tripod will help answer your disappointing bright patches of light in the sky. queries. Getting something done is better than getting nothing done. If you have a tripod and your silhouette subject is stationery, any shutter speed will get the job done. Things to look out for if you want to shoot You can use a low ISO, set your exposure mode silhouettes: to either P,A,S,M mode, and enjoy the shooting ❁ Distinctive subjects with clear outlines that session. At A or M mode, you can even consider make good silhouettes setting to a slightly smaller aperture like f8 or f11 ❁ Any dramatic clouds to get a better depth of field. ❁ Any stunning colours of the sky If you do not have a tripod and your silhouette The next thing to talk about is how to get it done. subject is stationery, your main problem would ❁ In Program(P), Aperture Priority(A), Shutter probably be camera shake due to shutter speed Priority(S) or Manual mode(M)? slower than 1/(focal length), or slower than 1/15 ❁ Fast or slow shutter speed? if you have VR lenses. In this case, you may have ❁ High or low ISO? to consider using a higher ISO and also with a

Centre weighted, Daylight White Balance, ISO640, 80-200mm f2.8 lens, Aperture Priority Mode, Shutter speed 1/8000, Aperture f2.8, handheld shot through the window of the moving tour bus. There was no chance to ask the tour bus to stop for a bunch of photography enthusiasts. Hence, I have to standby my camera, set the ISO and Aperture that will give me a 4 digit shutter speed, and I fire away the shutter release firing more than 6 consecutive shots and got one of this. I observed that the art of shooting from the tour bus, which I shared with participants of the D70s and D50 workshop, is to try to get a 4 digit shutter speed.

bigger aperture to get you a faster shutter speed 1/125 of a second at aperture f3.5 to minimize camera shake. 15” f5.6 – It means you have a shutter speed of So far, we are talking about stationery silhouette 15 seconds at aperture f5.6 subjects. In the event of a non-stationery silhouette subject, you may have to set your ISO higher and However, is there anything wrong with camera a bigger aperture to get a shutter speed fast shake or subject shake? Some photographers view enough, ideally at least 1/125, to minimize subject camera shake and subject shake as part of the shake. creativity process. True to some extent, but on a visual aspect, I think most of us can differentiate It is important to realize the difference between a “creative shake” and a “camera shake” with camera shake and subject shake. The culprit behind our knowledge of shutter speed. Let the public the 2 types of shakes is slow shutter speed. This opinion decides. should not be overlooked. For the beginners, the following may help orientate you a little. If your Another thing is the White Balance. For good viewfinder panel shows you: colour rendition, setting the White Balance to Centre weighted, Daylight White Balance, ISO400, 12-24mm lens, Aperture Priority Mode, Shutter speed 1/1000, Aperture f4. Look at the dramatic clouds. I sat on the ground to get a low angle so that I can get a dramatic silhouette shot with the clouds as my Daylight (Sun icon) will be the ideal choice. This background. Use of the wide angle lens is essential. You have to be careful and wait for the right moment to shoot, avoid having 125 f3.5 – It means you have a shutter speed of is very critical especially if you want good colour. the horses too close to prevent “overlapping”. You need that distinctive shape of the horse and rider as silhouette.

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Centre weighted, Daylight White Balance, ISO800, 18-70mm lens, Program Mode, Shutter speed 1/20, Aperture f3.5, with tripod. Centre weighted, Daylight White Balance, ISO100, 80-200mm f2.8 lens, Program Mode, Shutter speed 1/750, Aperture f6.7, The U-Bien bridge in Myanmar’s Mandalay saw many people walking slowly on its narrow platform. It was low tide, hence the chance with tripod. for me to get onto the mud banks to get this shot. Walking up the steep steps of the pagoda to get this sunset shot was no easy feat. The group of us hoped to catch the round orange sun but were greeted with the big patch of light again. To capitalize on the opportunity, let’s move ourselves a little (since we cannot move the pagodas), hide the patch of glaring light behind the bigger pagoda and get the shot done.

As for the colour space, you may consider setting light blue sky slowly turning orangey, closing to it to sRGB instead of AdobeRGB, unless you are a dark blue twilight before the sun finally sets into ready for massive adjustment of colours in the the horizon which brings about a blanket black Photoshop software. sky. This is the whole process of sunset!

Last but not least, perhaps it is time that we put With the above in mind, enjoy your shooting aside the stereotypical mindset about sunset. Must session in the evening. the sunset always have that orangey sky? From a

COMING NEXT...

Coming up in the next issue, do look out for article on the technique to get the best out of water. Ever wondered how those silky motion of the water is created? Steven Yee shall share with you the simple steps to get it done.

Centre weighted, Daylight White Balance, ISO100, 18-70mm, Aperture Priority Mode, Shutter speed 1/4000, Aperture f4.2, handheld. The sun is setting fast. There is little time to lose. Quickly find some subject, if not, get someone to pose in the picture. We asked a friend to pose with the security guard.

PG PG 28 29 WORKSHOP FOR PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS D70/D70s/D50 DIGITAL SLR

CONDUCTED BY: Mr Steven Yee, an award winning photographer, is the youngest in the world to be conferred the Fellowship of The Royal Photographic Society of Great Britain (FRPS) and the Photographic Society of Singapore (FPSS) in 2003 at the age of 23. He shall share with the participants the different ways to harness the potential of the D70/D70s.

HIGHLIGHTS OF D70/D70s/D50 WORKSHOP • Survival tips to get good images -- Steven Yee's Workflow for freezing objects • The features of the D70/D70s • Setting the ASA and White Balance • Expectations -- Difference with the Coolpix, advanced features that stand out • The settings in the menu • The specifications in brief • Focusing • Exposure in brief (Quick into to shutter speed and • How to hold the camera aperture) • File types, compression and sizes • Using the Program Mode • Camera maintenance (Cleaning the CCD, do's and • Quick intro to P, A, S, M don'ts, maintenance of CF card) • Metering settings • What to do if you want to change lenses • Using the Custom modes • Having that ideal set of equipment

To apply for Digital Workshop for D70 Camera, please VENUE: contact Diana or Kellyn The Digital Workshop will be conducted at:

DID: 63343361 The Photographic Society of Singapore Fax: 63344657 30 Selegie Road, Selegie Arts Centre Building Email: [email protected] Level 2, Singapore 180030

Operating Hours: NOTE: Mon to Fri: 2pm – 10pm - Course Fee: SIN$20 PG Sat to Sun: 12pm – 6pm - Course Duration : Approx. 3 hours PG 30 Closed on Public Holiday - Participants must bring along their D70/D70s/D50 for the31 workshop. FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER: SCOTT WOODWARD

PORTFOLIO : SCOTT A WOODWARD

Scott Woodward grew up in a house filled with in him was truly photography; hanging on the walls of his childhood awakened. home were many images his father had taken, himself an avid amateur photographer. When Scott was offered a job Scott left home to study business at university, his with Coca-Cola in mother gave him a twenty-year-old, fully manual Singapore, and moved SLR camera as a gift – the exact same camera his to Asia to begin a father used. Scott experimented with it throughout career in marketing for university, studying the old tattered manual, and the multinational teaching himself how to make photographs. company. He was However, it wasn’t until Scott graduated from fortunate to have the university and left Canada that the photographer opportunity to travel the region frequently, both for

“Sunset Over River Mouth” Margaret River, Australia (2005) “Rungs” Bohol, Philippines (2005) I shot this photograph during a holiday with my wife to Margaret River in Western Australia. The sun was setting over the sea at the mouth I noticed this small building on a tiny island off the beach in Bohol. I tried shooting it alone at first, but it was too small against the expansive of the river, and we were sitting together on a rock on the beach. I kept leaving her to take photos of the brilliant sky, apologetic every time, ocean and sky. I then walked behind the lifeguard stand, and used its rungs to frame the photo, creating a more interesting perspective, and but she encouraged me to keep shooting until I captured an image with which I was truly satisfied. The silhouette of the structure in the middle a far more fascinating image. adds texture and intrigue to an already stunning sky.

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business and pleasure, always carrying a small year long posting to Vietnam, Scott left Coca-Cola point-and-shoot camera with him everywhere he and eventually took another marketing role with visited. Scott grew to love searching for, or simply American Express, also based in Singapore. Scott stumbling upon, unique photographic opportunities. continued to travel around Asia, always bringing It was these experiences that stimulated the his camera with him, immersing himself in and photographer in Scott, opening his eyes to the photographing the region’s people and their diverse beauty and distinctiveness of Asia, its people and lifestyles, religions and traditions. But it was a new their cultures. year’s resolution two years ago that changed his life, and set him on an exciting path as a After a few years with the company, including a professional photographer.

“Gone For a Stroll” Margaret River, Australia (2005) My wife had wandered off to the shore at Surfer’s Point in Margaret “Got the Blues” Fremantle, Australia (2005) “All Along The Watchtower” Bohol, Philippines (2005) River, leaving her rainbow-striped This photograph was taken in the small community of Fremantle in I made this photograph on a recent assignment to the Philippines. bag and flip flops resting in the Western Australia. I was exploring this historical town, filled with I had been traveling all day long, and was exhausted, so I thought sand against this leaning wooden th hundreds of 19 Century buildings, when I saw this royal blue brick I’d take a quick nap before sunset. I overslept and woke up to find fence. The texture of the footprints building set against an equally vivid cerulean sky. It was late the day’s last light fading. As I only had one night in Bohol, I grabbed in the sand, the range of vivid afternoon, and the sun was low, creating rich, deep colours and a my gear and rushed down to the beach as the sun quickly disappeared. colours in her bag, the bright blue curious similarity between the building in the foreground and the Luckily I was able to capture the rich, warm colours of the sky as sky and fluffy white clouds created sky in the background. the sun vanished. The rowboat and lifeguard tower framed the sun’s an iconic seaside image – and one reflection perfectly, creating an interesting silhouette and a more that will always remind me of our striking photograph. brilliant trip.

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Scott was at a Chinese New Year dinner with some photography, lifestyle and travel publications. this short time have taught him a tremendous amount creative shots or engaging subjects.” Scott calls his colleagues and the group started playing a game. These successes encouraged him to continue about the business, and the challenges it presents. shooting style ‘choose-your-own-adventure- When asked, “If you had all the money in the pursuing his dream. photography’. He explains, “Basically, I can walk world, what would you do for the rest of your life?”, down a street, turn left, and be rewarded with the Scott immediately knew his answer: he would travel On December 26, 2004, the tsunami decimated However, Scott has stayed true to his style of most amazing photographic opportunity ever. Or around the world and take photographs. He decided communities across Asia, claiming hundreds of photography. “When approaching an assignment,” I can turn right, and never know I missed it. That then to make photography a more significant part thousands of lives. This day was also Scott’s 30th he says, “I think of the essential images I require, is the beauty of photography for me: the pursuit of of his life. He started to share his images with birthday. The events of that fateful day, combined or the photos I feel will be critical for the client or the perfect image.” friends, colleagues, artists and other photographers, with the milestone birthday, caused him to reflect to the story. I then set out to get these shots early listening to their comments and incorporating their on his life and take a leap of faith. He decided to in the assignment, so essentially I am ‘safe’ and Visit www.scottawoodward.com to browse a feedback into his photography. In time Scott was resign from his job at American Express in order can ensure I deliver on-brief. Yet life swirls all selection of Scott’s portfolio. offered some small exhibitions, then opportunities to pursue his photography dream full time. Scott around us, and I find it is typically the events or to have his work published in local magazines, has been a professional photographer for less than characters that lead up to getting these fundamental and eventually in regional and international a year now, but both his successes and failures in shots that are the most interesting and make for

“Chinatown” Singapore (2004) “Lone Tree” Canberra, Australia (1996) I was browsing through the shops in Chinatown one Sunday afternoon, and as I walked out of a store I noticed these butterfly kites hanging It was Christmas day in Canberra, Australia and I had gone for a walk with my point-and-shoot film camera. As I wandered the rolling from the roof, blowing in the breeze. The rustic, ramshackle building made for a colourful and iconic background, adding a traditional flavour countryside behind the house, I saw this isolated, naked to this photograph shot in contemporary Singapore.

PG PG 36 37 MY FIRST TIME FOCUS PHOTOGRAPHY CONTESTEVENTS THE WINNING ENTRY OF FOCUS PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST FOCUS PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST

Send in your best ‘Modern Landscape’ shot and WIN a Nikon Coolpix P1 Digital Camera worth S$699 plus a chance to have your work featured in our next issue. Contest is open to all Nikon users. PHOTO: SCOTT WOODWARD

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OUTING AT SUNGEI BULOH

VENUE: SUNGEI BULOH • DATE: 26 DECEMBER 2005 PHOTO: KIRBY ONG

On Boxing Day while most people were in bed, hand that day. The new Nikon Close up Speedlight a group of photo enthusiast from Clubsnap, Nature Commander Kit were also put to the test with the Photographic Society, Avian Watch Asia and macro shooters. Nikon User Group gathered as early as 7am for a day photo shoot at Sungei Buloh covering on The appointed helpers were there to teach and the topics, Digiscoping and Nature Photography guide the practical aspects of using our equipment sponsored by Nikon. at varying stations throughout the trail. Users were encourage to try their hands on the Armed to the teeth with lenses ranging from our equipment there and enjoy this particular aspect AF-S VR 200mm F2 to our AF-S 600mm F4. For of photography. After which there was a lecture the digiscoping enthusiast, there were the Nikon featuring Ashley and his discussion on Nikon Fieldscopes ED82A and the new ED50A complete Fieldscopes and comparison against Swarovski with Coolpix attachment accessories and DSLR and Leica equivalent fieldscopes. Picture after attachment. Camera bodies including D50 to D2X picture of rare and exotic birds were introduced as well as the newly introduced D200 were at and surprisingly even our low end fieldscopes

coupled to a Coolpix P1 were no pushovers when hopefully we left them with a passion for nature compared! Followed by Dennis from Nature and photography! Kudos to Mr Chng and his Photographic Society sharing his Society's and group of helpers for making such this outing a his passion for nature and nature photography. success. Many thanks to all the clubs and societies Again the entourage were treated to visual feast that participated for it is their members of NPS' yearly trips overseas and projects. that made this possible. Our gratitude to Sok Ling and all staff from SBWR - NParks who go out of After lunch, the group adjourned to go home but the way to accommodate us.

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PG PG 42 43 Q & A CONTEST EVENTS

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