Introducing the AQUAMARINE Series Neck straps.

The detailed decoration of this strap is amazing!  There’re many sequins on top of it, decorated with yarn which make it looks like flowers blossoming in the sea

This jacquard ribbon strap is bottomed up with neoprene which is very soft and comfortable.  Best suits for DSLR with 1/2 inch width brown color webbing which is very sturdy.

- HANDMADE with LOVE -

Size:
Total Length: Adjustable length 40 — 50 inches
Fashion part: Around 26.5 inches
Width: Around 1.6 inches
Nylon Webbing: 13 inches on each end

NOW available in NEW ZEALAND @

NZD 45.00 per strap ( Inclusive of GST )

Marketed by:  EPIXELS Limited – 14 A Crossfield Road, Glendowie, Auckland 1071 (09-5553759 or 021-0220-1119 )

Trade Enquiries Welcome. ( email: arden@epixels.co.nz )

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The DR-60D is a brand new 4-track solid-state recorder utilizing TASCAM’s decades of experience. The recorder utilizes high-grade HDDA pre-amps, legendary AD converters, and a durable but lightweight structure and shape. This device will fit snuggly under any camera or into any rig, and record up to 96kHz/24-bit high quality audio straight to SD/SDHC media. Filmmakers have at their disposal two 1/4″-XLR Locking Combo MIC/LINE Inputs, 3.5mm Stereo MIC Input, Camera In, Camera Out, Line Out and Headphone Out. Both 1/4″-XLR Combo Inputs supply +48V Phantom Power and the 3.5mm Input supplies Plug-In Power for microphones requiring a bias voltage.

The DR-60D is incredibly easy to use, employing TASCAM’s very popular user interface and external controls for every major operation. The body structure, soft-touch keys and dials are designed specifically to help eliminate handling noise. The multiple record modes include, 4-Channel Record, Auto Record and TASCAM’s Dual Record “Safety Track” Mode make the DR-60D one of the most versatile recorders on the market.

Features at a glance:-

• Record to SD/SDHC card(Up to 32GB)
• Simultaneously record up to 4 tracks
• Record Mode：MONO, STEREO, DUAL MONO, DUAL ST, 4CH
• Recording format：16/24bit、44.1/48/96kHz (WAV/BWF)
• TASCAM original HDDA microphone preamps
• Recording levels can be adjusted independently for the 1/L, 2/R and 3-4 inputs
• Two XLR/TRS inputs support +4dBu line level input and phantom power supply (24/48V)
• Plug-in power supply and high-output mic input supported on input 3-4
• CAMERA OUT connector for output from the DR-60D’s mixer
• CAMERA IN connector for sound monitoring from the Camera
• Independent LINE OUT connector and HEADPHONE output for high-quality sound output
• 50mW/ch headphone output
• Tripod mounting threads (bottom) and DSLR screw attachment (top)
• Handles protect the screen and can be used to attach a shoulder strap
• Soft-Touch Rubber Keys for silent operation
• HOLD switch to prevent accidental operation
• A QUICK button is available for easy access to various functions
• 128×64 pixel LCD with backlight
• USB 2.0 connection for high-speed transferring
• Mini USB cable included
• Operates on 4 AA batteries, an AC adapter (sold separately) or USB bus power
• Can extend battery life with BP-6AA battery pack (sold separately)
• Dedicated remote control jack for the wired RC-10 remote control or RC-3F footswitch (both sold separately)
• Internal mixer: PAN and LEVEL controls
• Low cut filter(40/80/120Hz)
• Limiter (1/L and 2/R can be selected for link-operation)
• Delay function for distance of microphones adjustments (+/-150ms)
• M-S decode function
• Slate tone generator (AUTO/MANUAL)
• Selectable duration of slate tone from four positions (0.5/1/2/3 sec, when Auto generate)
• Selectable slate tone generate position. 3 positions: OFF/HEAD/HEAD+TAIL, when Auto generate
• File name format can be set to use a user-defined word or date
• Dual recording function allows two files to be recorded simultaneously at different levels
• Auto-record function can automatically start and stop recording at set level
• Pre-recording function allows the unit to record a 2 second sound buffer before recording is activated
• Self timer function for solo recording
• New file starts recording automatically without interruption when maximum file size is reached
• Track incrementing function allows a recording to be split by creating a new file when desired
• Jump back and play function
• Equalizers function for playback, and level alignment function to enhance the perceived overall sound pressure
• Resume function to memorize the playback position before the unit is turned off
• MARK function up to 99 points per audio track
• DIVIDE function

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Feature 1 – X-Trans CMOS Sensor – Enabling high quality imaging

Equipped with a large APS-C size sensor the resolving and descriptive power of the Fujinon lens can be maximized thereby enabling high resolution over the entire screen.

The X-E1′s sensor adopts the same high-performance 16M X-Trans CMOS found in the X Series flagship X-Pro1 model. Featuring an originally developed colour filter array with a highly random pixel arrangement, its X-Trans CMOS sensor eliminates the need for an optical low-pass filter, which is used in conventional systems to inhibit moiré at the expense of resolution. The innovative array lets the X-Trans CMOS sensor capture unfiltered light from the lens and produce unprecedented resolution. The unique random arrangement of the colour filter array is also highly effective in enhancing noise separation in high-sensitivity photography. Another advantage of the large APS-C sensor is the ability to create a beautiful “bokeh” effect– the aesthetic out-of-focus effect created when shooting with a shallow depth of field.

 Feature 2 – High-definition and high-luminance 2.36M-dot “OLED electronic viewfinder”

By combining the best “OLED electronic viewfinder” in its class with FUJIFILM’s original optical technology the X-E1 offers a bright, wide field of vision of which its entirety can be seen at a glance.

2.36M-dot Organic EL Panel
With approx. 2.36M dots of resolution and 100% coverage, the X-E1 display panel provides incredible detail to perfectly frame and focus your shots. The rich colour expression of OLED technology and high contrast ratio of 1:5000* reflect exposure, white balance and film simulation settings with high fidelity, letting you confirm changes in real time.

Feature 3  - Design & Accessories

Two different X-E1s with two personalities. The analog interface enabling instinctive operation that allows you to capture “the perfect moment”.

With an 18-55mm lens the X-E1 is compact and has a bright F2.8 as well as an image stabilization function for four shutter speeds. It is available in black or silver.

Feature 4 – Quick Response

The X-E1 achieves quick response compatible with DSLR cameras thereby enabling you to never miss a shot.

FEATURE -5 – Range of High Quality Fujinon Lens

Specifications:-

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Built-in Wi-Fi, GoPro App compatibility and the included Wi-Fi Remote (normally a separate $79.99 accessory) make the HERO3: Black Edition all the more versatile, still.

Key Benefits

• Wearable, mountable design
• Immersive, wide angle capture of your favorite activities
• Professional quality HD video & 12MP photos
• Built-in Wi-Fi enables remote control via included Wi-Fi Remote or live video preview and remote control on smartphones and tablets running the free GoPro app.
• Rugged housing is waterproof to 197’/60M and captures sharp images above and below water
• Compatible with all GoPro mounts for attaching to gear, body, helmets, vehicles and more
• Compatible with LCD Touch BacPac™ and second generation Battery BacPac™
• Backwards compatible with older generation BacPacs™
• New advanced camera settings: Looping video, Continuous Photo, Manual White Balance control, Protune Mode, allows to shoot photos while recording video and more.

Key Specs

• Professional 4K Cinema 15 fps / 2.7K cinema 30 fps / 1440p 48 fps / 1080p 60 fps / 960p 100 fps /720p 120 fps and more video capture
• 12MP photo capture with 30 fps burst
• Wi-Fi Built-In
• Wi-Fi Remote Compatible (included)
• GoPro App Compatible (FREE)
• 197’/ 60m Waterproof Housing*
• Assorted mounts and hardware included for attaching to helmets, gear and more

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• 12MP 2/3″-type X-Trans CMOS sensor
• On-chip phase detection autofocus
• EXR Processor II
• ‘Advanced Optical Viewfinder’ with exposure information overlay
• 28-112mm equivalent, F2.0-2.8 lens with optical image stabilization
• Manual zoom ring and lens retraction mechanism
• Full manual control, RAW format recording
• 3″ 460k dot LCD
• Full HD 1080/60fps movie recording (36Mbps bitrate)
• Built-in stereo microphones, optional MIC-ST1 external microphone
• Film simulation modes for different colour and monochrome ‘looks’
• In-camera RAW conversion with all in-camera processing parameters adjustable
• ‘Advanced Filters’ image-processing controls, previewed live on-screen
• Focus peaking display for manual focus using the rear LCD
• Lens Modulation Optimiser for compensation of aberrations.

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Utilizes Canon’s DIGIC 5+ Image Processor and offers a 20.2-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor. In addition, 6D offers a 3.0-inch, 1.04 million dot LCD display with a viewing angle of 170 degrees.

EXTRA COOL Features:

Interestingly, the Canon EOS 6D includes built-in Wi-Fi using a wireless transmitter within the camera. When connected to Wi-Fi, the 6D can transmit photos and video to social networking sites like Facebook or devices like smartphones and laptops. In addition, media can be transmitted between compatible PowerShot cameras.

Another wireless function allows the camera to be controlled through an application on a tablet or smartphone, ideal for taking photos remotely. GPS functions are also directly built into the 6D rather than requiring an add-on, external device. The built-in GPS receiver records longitude, latitude and elevation as well as EXIF data for geo-tagging while shooting. When photos are uploaded to social networks, the location data can be included to mark the spot where the photo was originally taken.

• Newly developed 20.2-megapixel, Canon CMOS image sensor
• DIGIC 5+ processor
• New 63-zone, dual layer metering sensor, similar to the unit found in the EOS-7D
• Full 1080p HD video at 24, 25, and 30fps; 720p at 60 and 50 fps, standard video at 30 (29.97) and 25 fps.
• Built-in Wi-Fi and GPS functionality
• Remote control using free mobile application for iOS and Android
• Release Time lag: Approximately less than 60 ms
• Continuous shooting speed: Approximately 4.5 fps
• 3.0-inch LCD with 1.04k dots
• ISO settings from 100 – 25,600; expandable to Lo (ISO 50), Hi1 (ISO 51,200), Hi2 (ISO 102,400)
• 11-point AF sensor (1 center cross-type point)
• Multiple Exposure Mode
• Compatible with SD/SDHC/SDXC cards (UDMA-7 and UHS-1 complaint)
• Built-in headphone jack
• Size: 144.5 x 110.5 x 71.2 mm
• Weight: 770 grams

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Are you looking for a way to increase the performance of your notebook?  Then upgrading the storage is often an easy and worthwhile way to boost the speed of your laptop without buying a new computer.

PROS of SSD ( Solid State Drive)

• Very short random access times – usually less then 0.1ms. For contrast, hard disk drives (HDDs) typically have access times of 5-10ms. An SSD should also have constant access time, whereas HDDs experience jitter depending on the prior location of the read/write head.
• Drastically improved sequential transfer speeds, partly due to the parallelism of flash chips. New SSDs can max-out a SATA 3 Gbit/s bus; PCIe-based SSDs can reach over 700 MByte/s (5.6 Gbit/s).
• No moving parts, very resistant to shock (many drives can withstand over 1000G), and absolutely silent operation.
• Small form factor (most drives are 2.5″, some are PCIe which leaves more drive bays open), very light.
• Good performance for both sustained and random reads/writes (mostly due to lower latency).
• Not susceptible to magnetic fields (but are susceptible to radiation, like all other flash/DRAM).
• Relatively low power consumption (flash-based SSDs only)

Installation Performance

The SSDs are clearly leading the pack here.  The 7200rpm hard drives took about 3 minutes more than the SSDs. As could be expected the 5400rpm Fujitsu came in slowest.

Windows Startup Performance

The SSDs are showing off their muscles here, booting in about 22 seconds.

File Copy & Software Launching Performance

Multitasking Performance

Battery life

Noise and Vibration

A nice benefit of SSD is the total lack of noise and vibration coming from them.

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Next Generation MacBook Pro

• Retina display: 2880 x 1800 pixels (220 pixels per inch)
• Screen size: 15.4 inches (super thin bezel)
• Weight: 4.46lbs
• Thickness: .71 inches (about as thin as the MacBook Air)
• Apps: PhotoShop, Safari, Final Cut Pro X, and other select apps have already been upgraded for the Retina display
• Processor: up to a 3.7GHz Intel quad-core i7 (Ivy Bridge)
• Graphics processor: New Kepler Nvidia GPUs
• RAM: up to 16GB
• Internal storage: Up to 768GB of flash storage (all flash)
• Battery life: 7 hours
• Ports: HDMI, two USB 3.0 ports (compatible with USB 2.0), two Thunderbolt ports, SD card reader, MagSafe 2. Thunderbolt adapters for FireWire 800 and Ethernet.
• Other: Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0 are also included. Apple talked a lot about the laptop’s “asymmetrical fan” as well as its 720p FaceTime webcam. Dual microphones, a backlit keyboard, and new speakers are also included.

• Screen, screen, screen!
• Thin
• Strong performance
• Excellent speakers

• Very expensive for performance level
• Increased costs for repair and battery replacement
• Few applications ready for Retina at this time
• Performance issues with some browsing

More insightful write-out:  

http://www.notebookreview.com/default.asp?newsID=6495&Review=Apple+MacBook+Pro+2012+Retina+Display

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This touch-enabled 12″ convertible laptop by DELL combines the fun of a Windows 8 touch tablet with the power and productivity of an Ultrabook™.

Unique ‘flip and fold’ touchscreen Ultrabook that it claims will turn your laptop into a tablet in seconds.

Available Configurations:

• 3rd Generation Intel® Core™ i7-3517U Processor (4M Cache, up to 3.0 GHz, TPM)
• Windows 8, English (64bit)
• 12.5 inch LED Backlit Touch Display with True Life and FHD resolution (1920 x 1080)
• 8GB² Dual Channel DDR3 SDRAM at 1600MHz
• 256GB Solid State Drive
• Intel® HD Graphics 4000
• 1Yr Ltd Hardware Warranty, InHome Service after Remote Diagnosis
• 1.54kg³

More information, check out at www.dell.co.nz

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The H1 Handy Recorder has our renowned recording technology and studio-quality microphones in our easiest, most portable device ever.

Now Zoom recording technology is available to everyone. And with an infinite variety of applications, you’ll want to take your H1 everywhere. From musical performances, songwriting sessions and rehearsals to seminars, conferences, journalism or capturing audio for video, the H1 gives you clean, clear stereo sound effortlessly.

What sets us apart?

Like all Zoom recorders, the H1’s onboard microphones are configured in an X/Y pattern, for stunning stereo imaging. Because both mics are arranged on the same axis, they are equidistant from the sound source for perfect localization and no phase shifting. The result is great stereo recordings with natural depth and accurate imaging.

Under your thumb…

With its newly designed user interface, the H1 is also our easiest recorder to use. All its functions are at your fingertips, such as track marker, auto record, low cut filter, level and volume controls with on-board buttons… No menus required !  Intuitive controls make it easy to capture the audio you need with ease. But we still provide the versatility you’ve come to expect from Zoom. So you get total recording format flexibility from 16-bit/44.1 kHz to 24-bit/96 kHz WAV, or MP3 from 48 kbps to 320 kbps and enough tools onboard to make impeccable recordings.

Secure your digital memories.

The H1 records on microSD cards and comes with a 2GB microSD card. Using a 32GB microSDHC card allows over 50 hours of recording time at 16-bit/44.1 kHz. MicroSD cards were specifically designed for the ever-evolving mobile technology market. Approximately the size of a fingernail, the microSD card is a significant advance in technology and its size and capacity are a major reason why the H1 is able to deliver so much recording technology in such a small package.

Share the love.

With its Hi-Speed USB 2.0 port, the H1 allows for fast transfer of your audio files to your computer. Listen, edit and share with your fans on your Mac or PC. It also includes a reference speaker to ensure your recordings are being captured as you desire.

H1 Features at a glance:

The H1 Handy Recorder puts all its functions at your fingertips. No menus! Its backlit display features recording levels, file format, time elapsed, remaining battery life and recording time.

Its intuitive transport puts all the controls on the side with no menus on the screen. A large record button gives you complete control. Playback and pause, marker, forward and rewind buttons are all accessible by your thumb. Volume for playback and monitoring can be adjusted using your index finger.

On the back, you’ll find a single AA battery compartment, a tripod mount, low cut filter, auto level setting and recording format selectable switches. There’s also convenient mount for a strap or lanyard clip.

Demo unit & sales available at Epixels Centre ( Call: 021-0220-1119 )

Unit Price at NZD 285( GST inclusive )

( EXTRA: Postage: NZD 7.00 for NZ Post Parcel with tracking )

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