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Nikon Launches Z f in Silver

Nikon India has announced a silver version of its full-frame camera, the Nikon Z f. The new model features a finish reminiscent of classic film-era cameras.

In addition to the silver body, six new Premium Exterior colour options including Indigo Blue, Red, Green, Orange, Grey, and Brown are available. Owners can request a change of body covering through the MyNikon App, after which the camera can be sent to a Nikon service centre for customization.

The Z f will also gain a Film Grain feature via a planned firmware update in 2025. This function will allow users to add grain to photos and videos, with adjustable grain size and strength, offering a film-like appearance. Combined with Picture Controls and Imaging Recipes, it expands the camera’s creative options.

The Nikon Z f Silver is priced at ₹1,76,995, same as the original Z f in black.

Lexar Launches Jumpdrive M400 USB 3.0 Flash Drive in India

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Lexar has launched the JumpDrive M400 USB 3.0 Flash Drive in India. The device is built to offer fast data transfer speeds along with a durable metal design, targeting users who need portable and secure storage.

The JumpDrive M400 delivers read speeds of up to 150MB/s, making it suitable for transferring large files quickly. It also features a built-in key ring for easy portability. To enhance data security, the drive includes Lexar DataShield, a password protection tool that helps safeguard files from unauthourized access.

Key Features of the JumpDrive M400:

USB 3.0 performance with read speeds up to 150MB/s
Metal construction for added durability
Lexar DataShield password protection
Available in 32GB, 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB capacities
Includes a five-year limited warranty

The JumpDrive M400 is now available through major retail outlets and e-commerce platforms in India, with prices starting at ₹600 for the 32GB version and ₹2,500 for the 256GB model.

Hahnemühle Debuts Hemp Gloss Baryta with Prints for Wildlife’s 2025 Edition Hope

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Hahnemühle continues its partnership with Prints for Wildlife, the global conservation initiative that has raised over $2.1 million USD since 2020. The 2025 campaign, titled “Edition Hope”, will exclusively debut Hemp Gloss Baryta, Hahnemühle’s new sustainable fine art paper.

Building on the success of previous editions printed on Hahnemühle Hemp, Edition Hope features contributions from 240+ photographers worldwide, offering limited-edition wildlife and nature prints for one month only. All proceeds (after printing and handling) go directly to nonprofits protecting wildlife and habitats, with new partners including Conservation International.

Hemp Gloss Baryta combines eco-friendly hemp fibres with a refined glossy baryta surface, delivering deep blacks, rich contrasts, and vibrant colours while minimising environmental impact. Before its official launch in October 2025, the paper will be showcased exclusively through this campaign, produced by Hahnemühle Certified Studio ThePrintSpace in the USA, UK, and Germany.

Launching August 21, 2025, Edition Hope presents powerful imagery ranging from landscapes to intimate wildlife portraits and will conclude on September 9th. Collectors can purchase prints at www.printsforwildlife.org, supporting both art and critical conservation efforts worldwide.

Vivo Announces Third Edition of Imagine Smartphone Photography Awards

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Vivo has announced the third edition of the Vivo Imagine Smartphone Photography Awards, open to photographers and enthusiasts across India. The awards aim to position the platform as a hub for storytelling and authentic self-expression.

They encourage participants to submit work that reflects originality, perspective, and intent. This year’s extended format gives creators the freedom to experiment and refine their vision.

The jury will be led by acclaimed filmmaker Zoya Akhtar, joined by renowned photographers Vineet Vohra, Rakesh Pulapa, and Aamir Wani. Entries will be accepted in six categories: Nature & Landscape, Night & Light, Architecture, Motion, Portrait, and Street & Culture.

Submissions are open on www.vivoimagine.com from August 22 to November 30, 2025. The jury will shortlist six finalists—one per category—who will be invited to the Grand Finale in December. The grand jury winner will receive ₹5,00,000, while each category winner will be awarded a Vivo X200 Pro smartphone.

Reflecting on the initiative, Geetaj Channana, Head of Corporate Strategy, Vivo India, said “the Imagine Awards reaffirm our belief that photography belongs to everyone – it’s about perspective, not gear.”

In 2024, the awards drew 17,000+ entries nationwide, with Kukkala Suresh winning the grand prize. This year, vivo continues its mission to empower creators and celebrate the joy of imagination.

Nikon Announces Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II

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Nikon has introduced the NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II, a new-generation standard zoom lens for full-frame/FX-format mirrorless cameras. The lens features an internal zoom mechanism, improving balance during operation and reducing the risk of dust and debris entering while zooming. It also offers enhanced resistance to dust and drips, making it suitable for outdoor use.

The lens is the first zoom model to adopt Nikon’s Silky Swift VCM (SSVCM) autofocus drive, achieving autofocus speeds approximately five times faster than its predecessor, the NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S. Autofocus tracking during zooming has also been improved by around 60%, enabling better performance when photographing fast-moving subjects.

Weighing about 675 g, the lens is among the lightest in its class and supports a 77 mm filter thread. It has a minimum focusing distance of 0.24 m at the wide end and 0.33 m at the telephoto end, with maximum reproduction ratios of 0.21× and 0.32× respectively.

Additional features include an 11-blade diaphragm for rounded bokeh, suppression of focus breathing for video, a filter adjustment window on the lens hood, and coatings designed to minimise reflections, ghosting, and flare. The lens also offers a control ring with an optional tactile “click” function.

The NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II will be available starting August 22, 2025.

Canon India Launches ‘Retail Utsav’ Partner Outreach Program

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Canon India has introduced Retail Utsav, a partner engagement program that will connect with over 4,000 retailers across 45 cities. The initiative began in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Kolkata, and will extend to other cities including Guwahati, Bhopal, Nashik, Surat, Cochin, Coimbatore, Udaipur, Chandigarh, and Agartala.

Retail Utsav will include activities such as product quizzes, display programs, and reward-based engagement, where retailers can participate in on-ground sessions and unlock incentives through multiple reward slabs.

According to Canon India, the initiative provides an opportunity to connect with retail partners, exchange feedback, and share product knowledge. The company stated that the program aims to support retailers with relevant information and tools while encouraging active participation through interactive experiences.

Canon India Launches Nationwide Retailer Engagement Drive

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Canon India has launched Retail Utsav, a partner outreach program targeting over 4,000 retailers across 45+ cities. The initiative began in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Kolkata, and will extend to other regions nationwide. The program is timed with the festive season and aims to engage retailers through product updates, interactive activities, and loyalty rewards.

Retail Utsav will highlight key Inkjet and Laser printer categories, ongoing schemes, and business opportunities. Activities include product quizzes, retail display programs, and gamified engagement formats, offering participants instant rewards and multiple incentive tiers.

The initiative is designed to connect with retailers across diverse regions and store formats, using a mix of knowledge sharing and interactive sessions. Cities in the program include Guwahati, Bhopal, Nashik, Surat, Cochin, Coimbatore, Udaipur, Chandigarh, and Agartala, among others.

According to C. Sukumaran, Senior Director, Products & Communication Centre, the program provides an opportunity to engage directly with retailers, share updates, gather insights, and prepare for the upcoming festive demand.

Through this initiative, Canon aims to strengthen its retail partnerships by combining engagement, information exchange, and rewards, ensuring wider participation ahead of the festive season.

FOTO Bali Festival Debuts at Nuanu, Indonesia

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The inaugural FOTO Bali Festival launched at Nuanu Creative City from 26 July to 17 August 2025, marking a major milestone in Indonesia’s cultural scene. Featuring 34 artists from 10 countries and 32 projects, including 241 prints, multimedia, and photobooks. The festival explores the theme LIFE through exhibitions, workshops, talks, and tours. Curated by Ng Swan Ti and Gatari Surya Kusuma, the work spans grief, intimacy, resistance, and renewal. Events unfold across Labyrinth Art Gallery, Labyrinth Garden, and Popper’s Triangle. Over 25 public sessions feature leading voices like Beawiharta, Edy Purnomo, and Anshika Varma. Festival Director Kelsang Dolma emphasized its collaborative spirit and ambition to elevate photography in the region. The launch also coincided with Nuanu Nights, blending art, music, and Balinese culture.

Canon Celebrates 20th Anniversary of EOS 5 Series

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Canon is marking the 20th anniversary of its EOS 5 interchangeable-lens digital camera series. Launched in 2005 with the EOS 5D, the 5 series has played a key role in making full-frame photography more accessible. In 2008, the EOS 5D Mark II brought full-HD video capability to DSLRs, sparking widespread use of video in still cameras.

Subsequent models like the EOS 5D Mark III (2012), EOS 5Ds/5Ds R (2015), and EOS 5D Mark IV (2016) focused on advancements in autofocus, resolution, and performance. In 2020, Canon introduced the EOS R5, the first mirrorless camera in the series with 8K video capability. Its successor, the EOS R5 Mark II (2024), has added AI-driven subject tracking and an advanced image processing system.

With eight models released over two decades, the EOS 5 series has been central to Canon’s imaging evolution and many photographer’s workflows. Canon says it will continue to innovate and support the creative community through ongoing development of the EOS 5 line.

Vivo Launches X200FE

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Vivo has launched the X200 FE, a compact flagship smartphone with high-end features in a smaller form factor. It features a 6.31-inch AMOLED display with 1.5K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and peak brightness of 5,000 nits. The phone runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ processor and offers up to 16GB RAM and 512GB storage.

The rear camera setup includes a 50MP main sensor, a 50MP periscope telephoto lens with 3x zoom, and an 8MP ultra-wide lens, developed in partnership with Zeiss. It supports advanced photo and video features including Stage Mode and telephoto stabilization.

The X200 FE is powered by a 6,500mAh battery with 90W fast charging. It has an IP68/69 rating for water and dust resistance and operates on FunTouch OS based on Android 14.

In India, the X200 FE is priced at ₹54,999 for the 12GB + 256GB model and ₹59,999 for the 16GB + 512GB variant. It is available in Ember Yellow, Frost Blue, and Luxe Grey through Flipkart, Vivo’s official website, and offline retail stores.