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Leica Lux Camera Grip for IPhones

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A premium accessory designed to elevate iPhone photography. The Leica LUX grip seamlessly integrates with iPhone models equipped with MagSafe technology, starting from the iPhone 12 series, and connects via Bluetooth to enhance the mobile photography experience, by transforming the iPhone into a digital camera with a physical shutter button. The LUX Grip is equipped with a mechanical two stage shutter button, allowing photographers to focus and capture images with precision. Crafted from high-quality aluminium, the LUX Grip weighs approximately 130 grams, ensuring a sturdy yet lightweight feel. Powered by a 300mAh battery, the LUX Grip supports up to 1,000 shots on a single charge and it recharges via the USB-C port.

Pricing and Availability

  • ₹32,000
  • leica-store.in

Nothing Phone (3a) to hit markets on 11 March

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Nothing, announced the open sales for the Nothing Phone (3a) Series across Flipkart, Vijay Sales, Croma and all leading retail stores in India, starting 11 March 3:30 PM IST. As a special introductory offer on day 1, Phone (3a) will be available for as low as ₹19,999, and the Phone (3a) Pro for as low as ₹24,999 (including all offers).

Nothing launched the Phone (3a) Series globally on March 4, 2025, with major camera upgrades. The Phone (3a) features a 50MP main sensor, a Sony ultra-wide sensor, and a 50MP telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom, while the Phone (3a) Pro with a periscope camera, boasts 60x ultra zoom. For selfies, the Phone (3a) has a 32MP front camera, while the Pro model features a 50MP sensor with 4K video recording.

Both phones feature the Snapdragon® 7s Gen 3 Mobile Platform and 5000mAh batteries delivering up to two days of use on a full charge. With upgraded fast charging now at 50W, the Phone (3a) Series delivers a full day’s power (50%) in under 20 minutes. Furthermore, both phones boast an immersive display of 6.77 inches with Full HD+ resolution. Visuals look crisp with 387 pixels in every inch of screen, and a fluid 120Hz adaptive refresh rate. The display offers 1000 hz sampling rate in gaming mode making gaming smooth and responsive.

The Nothing Phone (3a) Series runs Nothing OS 3.1 on Android 15, optimized for stability, utility, and customization. It includes updates to the Nothing Gallery, Camera, and Weather apps and guarantees six years of updates—three years of Android updates and six years of security updates. The series also introduces Essential Space, an AI-powered hub for notes and ideas, and the Essential Key (on the right side of the phone) for quick access—press to save content, long-press for voice notes, and double-tap to view saved items.

Availability, Pricing and Offers: 

  • Phone (3a) will be available in Black, White, and Blue colour
    • 8+128 GB – ₹22,999 (Including bank offers)
    • 8+256 GB – ₹24,999 (Including bank offers)
  • Phone (3a) Pro will be available in Grey and Black colour
    • 8+128 GB – ₹27,999 (Including bank offers)
    • 8+256 GB – ₹29,999 (Including bank offers)
    • 12+256 GB – ₹31,999 (Including bank offers)
  • Partner Banks: HDFC Bank, IDFC Bank, OneCard
  • Day 1 exchange offer: ₹3000 additional exchange offer shall be valid across all the variants of both Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro for customers purchasing Phone (3a) Series on Day 1 at Flipkart, Croma, Vijay Sales, and leading retail stores. Flipkart will also run a guaranteed exchange program for devices from some key brands. 
  • Availability: 
    • The Phone (3a) is available on sale via Flipkart, Flipkart Minutes, Vijay Sales, Croma, and all leading retail stores starting from 11 March
    • The Phone (3a) Pro is available on sale via Flipkart and Flipkart Minutes starting from 11 March. The Flipkart deliveries and sales on Vijay Sales, Croma and all leading retail stores will start from 15 March.
    • Additionally for the first time the Nothing Phone (3a) series will be available on Flipkart minutes which means the phone can be delivered to your home within 10 minutes of open sales. 

RED Digital Cinema Unveils V-RAPTOR [X] and KOMODO-X cameras

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RED Digital Cinema, Inc. a subsidiary of Nikon Corporation, announce the release of the V-RAPTOR [X] Z Mount and KOMODO-X Z Mount digital cinema cameras, integrating the Nikon Z mount to the already impressive RED cameras and providing filmmakers and content creators with ultimate flexibility in lens choice.

The Z CINEMA series

The V-RAPTOR [X] Z Mount and KOMODO-X Z Mount are the first entries into the all-new Z CINEMA series; a new product line of co-developed solutions from Nikon and RED. The Z CINEMA series is targeted at providing high-quality solutions for the cinema, high-end production and creator market.

It marks the initial stage of integrating Nikon’s rich history and powerful technology and RED’s cutting-edge cinema solutions, to create products designed for filmmakers and content creators operating at the highest level across the globe.

Lens flexibility

The new V-RAPTOR [X] Z Mount and KOMODO-X Z Mount digital cinema cameras support the Nikon Z mount, with its large diameter and short flange distance, while retaining cinematic picture quality utilising RED’s colour science. Users can also take advantage of the high performance unlocked by RED’s exclusive image compression and other technologies. Filmmakers and content creators now have greater flexibility in image expression with an unprecedented range of lens options. By using the NIKKOR Z lenses on these RED cameras, users can faithfully render subjects with superior sharpness and minimal aberration. Users also have the option to use the diverse lineup of NIKKOR F lenses from the AI Nikkor series onward, including popular vintage lenses, by pairing them with the Mount Adapter FTZ II. In addition, both products support the power zoom control of the new NIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ and provide improved autofocus performance on both the V-RAPTOR [X] Z Mount and KOMODO-X Z Mount cameras.

The V-RAPTOR [X] Z Mount and KOMODO-X Z Mount will be available from RED Digital Cinema, Inc. and RED authorised dealers. Visit RED’s official website for product details, as well as for information on release dates and sales regions.

The V-RAPTOR [X] Z Mount

RED’s groundbreaking flagship camera, the V-RAPTOR [X], recognised for its unmatched low-light performance, dynamic range, resolution, high frame rates, and industry-leading 8K VV global shutter large-format sensor is now available with a Z mount. Featuring RED’s Global Vision, a suite of tools powered by the global shutter sensor and designed to capture organic and natural imagery, the V-RAPTOR [X] Z Mount achieves a dynamic range of up to 20+ stops in Extended Highlights mode for more efficient capture of colours and details in highlights. This realises smoother, more delicate tones, even under difficult lighting and environmental conditions.

The KOMODO-X Z Mount

The KOMODO-X, which packs a 6K Super 35 global shutter sensor with a wide dynamic range and high-speed performance in a compact form factor, is now available with a Z mount. The KOMODO-X Z Mount supports 6K recording at up to 80 fps and 4K at up to 120 fps, as well as RED’s custom colour science, which is built on 20 years of experience in the filmmaking market and delivers beautiful, cinema-quality imaging. The R3D Redcode RAW format, RED’s proprietary video data format, is very efficient and easy to manage when editing and offers superior grading flexibility.

The RED Z to PL Adapter Pack mount adapters

The RED Z to PL Adapter Pack and RED Z to PL with Electronic ND Adapter Pack are optional mount adapters that enable the use of PL-mount lenses with the V-RAPTOR [X] Z Mount and KOMODO-X Z Mount cameras.

*These mount adapters cannot be used with Nikon Z mirrorless cameras.

Kartik Aaryan Launches ‘instax WIDE Evo™’ instant camera

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FUJIFILM announces the launch of the high-end hybrid instant camera, “instax WIDE Evo™” (WIDE Evo) on February 4, 2025 by in the presence of youth sensation and FUJIFILM India instax™ brand ambassador Kartik Aaryan.

The “WIDE Evo”, following the globally successful “instax mini Evo™”, is compatible with double-card-sized WIDE format film. The “WIDE Evo” allows users to take pictures with viewing the LCD monitor on the back of the camera and select their favorite shots to print. Also, it can be used as a smartphone printer.  It comes with ten lens effects including “Magenta” and “Monochrome” as well as ten film effects including “Light Leak” and “Color Gradient”. These two types of effects can be combined freely to create “100 Shooting Effects”. Furthermore, for the first time in the instax™ series, the lens effects feature a “Degree Control” function, allowing users to finely adjust the effects such as intensity of light and color gradation in 100 levels, enabling delicate and precise expressions as desired. In addition, the “Film Style”, which frames the photo for a more impressive instax™ print, and the “Wide Angle Mode,” which allows for a dynamic shot with a wider range, further enhance the appeal of WIDE format film. The combination of “100 Shooting Effects”, “Degree Control”, “Film Style”, and “Wide Angle Mode” results in more than 100,000 possible expressions, making every shot a masterpiece.

The camera body features a luxurious design that combines a black base with metallic materials. Users can experience the joy of creating WIDE format instax™ prints through analog-like operability, such as selecting effects using various dials and printing shots with manually rotating the “Print crank”.

Expressing his excitement, Mr. Kartik Aaryan said, “The instax WIDE Evo™ is a perfect blend of trend and nostalgia. Its unique combination of vintage charm and modern technology makes it the perfect companion to capture life’s most memorable moments. The ability to experiment with 100 Shooting Effects and achieve dynamic compositions with Wide Angle Mode ensures every shot is truly special. I’m excited to see how this camera inspires everyone to embrace their inner artist.”

Mr. Koji Wada, Managing Director, FUJIFILM India voiced his enthusiasm: “At FUJIFILM India, we are committed to delivering innovative products and solutions that embody our Group purpose of ‘Giving Our World More Smiles.’ By blending diverse ideas, unique capabilities, and extraordinary people, we aim to create solutions that bring joy and smiles to the world. With the launch of the instax WIDE Evo™, Fujifilm reinforces its commitment to bringing innovation and joy to the world of instant photography. This hybrid instant camera represents a seamless blend of advanced features and timeless design, empowering users to ‘make every shot a masterpiece’.”

Mr. Arun Babu, Associate Director & Head of Digital Camera, Instax & Optical Devices Business, FUJIFILM India, added – “FUJIFILM India is committed to expanding the world of the instax™ instant photo system, offering people the joy of on-the-spot photo printing. With the *WIDE Evo™, we introduce versatile shooting expressions through innovative features like ten film effects, ten lens effects, Degree Control, six Film Styles, and Wide Angle Mode. Our tagline, ‘make every shot a masterpiece,’ reflects our aspiration for users to create their greatest masterpieces from countless possibilities. This message is being shared online, across social media, and in stores to showcase the unique appeal of the WIDE Evo™ to photography enthusiasts everywhere.”

The dedicated app※1 features a “Discover Feed” function, allowing users to view worldwide “WIDE Evo” users’ instax™ print images posted on social media along with the combinations of effects they used. This feature offers new ideas for photographic expression. Additionally, using Bluetooth※2, users can favorite the effects of instax™ print images displayed on the “Discover Feed” and easily replicate the combinations on their “WIDE Evo” via the app.

※1 A free app for Android and iOS devices. It is available for download from Google Play for Android devices and from App Store for iOS devices. Android and Google Play are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google Inc. iPhone and App Store are trademarks of Apple Inc. The iPhone trademark is used in Japan under license from Aiphone Co., Ltd. The iOS trademark is used under license from Cisco in the United States and other countries.

※2 The Bluetooth® word mark and logo are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and FUJIFILM Corporation uses these marks under license.

1.Product name, release date and price

Product nameRelease Date in IndiaPrice
(1) “instax WIDE Evo™”February 4Open
(2)instax™ WIDE format film “BRUSHED METALLICS”

(1) “instax WIDE Evo™”　　

(2) instax™ WIDE format film “BRUSHED METALLICS”

2. Main features of “instax WIDE Evo™”

(1) Classical design and operability in pursuit for analog usability

The new body design features a luxurious design combining a black base with metallic materials. It is designed in pursuit for analog-like operability, such as the film dial, lens dial, degree control dial, and print crank. Users can experience the joy of creating WIDE format instax™ prints through analog-like operability, such as selecting effects using various dials and printing shots with manually rotating the “Print crank”.

(2) Combination of  “Film Effects”, “Lens Effects”, and “Degree Control” makes every shot a masterpiece

The “WIDE Evo” comes with the “100 Shooting Effects”, which has been particularly popular in the “instax mini Evo™”, a global hit since its release in 2021. Some effects have been renewed from the “mini Evo”, allowing users to enjoy ten film effects including “Magenta” and “Monochrome” and ten lens effects including “Light Leak” and “Color Gradient”. In combination with the degree control of the lens effects, introduced for the first time in the instax™ series, “WIDE Evo” features most effects in the instax™ series. Through degree control dial operation, users can adjust the effects such as intensity of light and color gradation in 100 levels, enabling delicate and precise expressions as desired.

(3) Two new functions enhancing the appeal of WIDE format film: “Film Style” and “Wide Angle Mode”

・“Film Style”: Frame shots with one of the six available “Film Style” to make instax™ print more impressive.

・“Wide Angle Mode”: Capture a broader area for more dynamic expression that make full use of the WIDE format film.

(4) Dedicated app “instax WIDE Evo™” expanding the enjoyment of “WIDE Evo” experience

・The dedicated app features a “Discover Feed” function, allowing “WIDE Evo” users worldwide to view instax™ print images posted on social media along with the various effects used. This feature offers new ideas for photographic expression.

・Using Bluetooth, users can favorite the effects of instax™ print images displayed on the “Discover Feed” and easily replicate the combinations on their “WIDE Evo” via the app.

・Images printed with “WIDE Evo” can be saved on a smartphone with the instax™ frame. The background color and image can be edited, and they can be easily shared on social media. 

・The “Direct Print” function allows users to print their favorite images taken with a smartphone using “WIDE Evo”.

3. Promotion of “WIDE Evo”

“WIDE Evo” offers versatile shooting expressions by combining a wide range of features, including ten film effects, ten lens effects, Degree Control, 6 Film Styles, and Wide Angle Mode. The promotional tagline, “make every shot a masterpiece” expresses our hope that users will enjoy encountering their greatest masterpieces from countless possibilities. The tagline is used online, on social media and at stores to communicate the appeal of the “WIDE Evo” to as many people as possible.

Nikon Unmasks COOLPIX P1100 Camera

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Nikon India Pvt. Ltd. today announced the launch of the COOLPIX P1100, a state-of-the-art compact digital camera equipped with an unrivaled 125x optical super-telephoto zoom, offering an impressive focal length equivalent to 3000mm. Designed to deliver exceptional performance, the COOLPIX P1100 ensures superior operability, making it an ideal choice for capturing stunning, high-quality images and videos with ease. From distant wildlife to intricate details, this camera sets a new benchmark in precision and versatility for enthusiasts and professionals alike.

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The COOLPIX P1100 is equipped with a 125x optical zoom that covers an incredible range of focal lengths beginning at the wide-angle 24 mm equivalent and extending to the super-telephoto 3000 mm equivalent. With Dynamic Fine Zoom, the camera extends its capabilities to deliver an astounding zoom range of up to 250x, enabling users to capture intricate details of distant subjects with exceptional clarity. The COOLPIX P1100 offers usability improvements, streamlined operability, and features that let users instantly share their images on social media.

The AF-area mode in Bird-watching mode on the COOLPIX P1100 can now be selected, as well as the same function can be assigned to the camera’s Fn button. This function can now also be assigned to the Fn1/Fn2 buttons on the ML-L7 Remote Control (sold separately).

The EXPEED image processing system combined with the 125x optical zoom and outstanding rendering capabilities of the COOLPIX P1100, empowers users to capture stunningly detailed and beautiful images with ease. For videographers, the COOLPIX P1100 delivers exceptional video capabilities, including 4K UHD/30p recording for stunningly detailed footage and Superlapse movie mode for creating dynamic, fast-paced sequences with ease.

Additionally, Dual Detect Optical VR, achieves vibration reduction equivalent to center 4.0-stops, effectively minimizes camera shake and ensures sharp, steady shots even during hand-held shooting. The COOLPIX P1100 makes it easier to enjoy the world of super-telephoto shooting with the ability to capture dynamic images of subjects that are difficult to approach, including birds and celestial bodies. Superior operability that pursues ease of use with shooting and support for a wide range of accessories ensures the COOLPIX P1100 facilitates diverse imaging expression with super-telephoto shooting.

Nikon will continue to pursue a new dimension in camera performance while meeting users’ needs, contributing to the development of imaging culture, with the hope of expanding possibilities for imaging expression.

Managing Director of Nikon India Pvt. Ltd., Mr. Sajjan Kumar, said, “The Nikon COOLPIX P1100 is a game-changer in the compact digital camera segment, offering an extraordinary 125x optical zoom for unmatched versatility. It is designed to inspire creativity, enabling users to capture stunning super-telephoto images and videos—perfect for wildlife enthusiasts and professionals, or situations where getting closer to the subject is not possible.”

Mr. Kumar further added, “This innovation reflects Nikon’s commitment to empowering photographers and videographers with tools that combine precision, versatility, and ease of use. At Nikon India, we are proud to deliver innovations that redefine possibilities for photographers and videographers at all levels.

Primary features

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1. 125x optical zoom for super-telephoto performance that enables shooting at a focal length of up to the 3000 mm equivalent

The COOLPIX P1100 is equipped with a 125x optical zoom that covers the wide-angle 24-mm to super-telephoto 3000-mm equivalent focal lengths. The adoption of super ED lens elements that provide superior chromatic aberration compensation, outstanding rendering capabilities across the entire zoom range even with super-telephoto shooting. In addition, Dual Detect Optical VR, which provides a level of compensation equivalent to center 4.0-stops, accurately suppresses the effects of camera shake with super-telephoto hand-held shooting. This enables the capture of sharp and clear images of birds, celestial bodies, and other distant subjects at dynamic angles of view.

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2. Support for 4K UHD/30p movie recording

The COOLPIX P1100 supports the recording of high-definition 4K UHD/30p movies. Users can beautifully record subjects with the power of super-telephoto 3000-mm-equivalent. The still images can be saved during video recording and playback along with the ability to capture Superlapse video that automatically produces fast-motion videos.

3. Shooting functions that support diverse imaging expression

Bird-watching and Moon modes are independent of scene modes and can be accessed directly using the mode dial. With the COOLPIX P1100, the AF-area mode used in Bird-watching mode can now be selected from [Centre (spot)], [Centre (normal)], or [Centre (wide)]. Offering greater flexibility in framing images and precise focusing allowing the user to capture sharper images of birds’ small eyes or their entire bodies. In addition, a [Fireworks] option has been added to [Multiple exp. Lighten] scene mode. Users do not have to worry about the blown-out highlights that often occur when shooting long exposures and can easily capture impressive clear fireworks scenes in which the brightness of the foreground or the background differs.

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4. Superior operability that makes for more flexible enjoyment of super-telephoto shooting

Despite coverage of focal lengths up to the super-telephoto 3000 mm equivalent, a weight of approximately 1,410 g* has been achieved, being able to enjoy super-telephoto shooting easier than ever before.

Furthermore, the deep grip allows for stable shooting, even with hand-held super-telephoto shooting. The COOLPIX P1100 comes equipped with a focus-mode selector button that can be used to change the focus mode and a control ring that enables the adjustment of settings such as white balance and manual focus.

*Including battery and memory card.

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5. Support for a comprehensive range of accessories that enhance shooting

The COOLPIX P1100 is equipped with an accessory shoe and accessory terminal capable of accommodating a wide variety of accessories, such as Speedlights and a dot sight that makes composing images easier with super-telephoto shooting. Support for Nikon’s extensive lineup of accessories further expands possibilities for imaging expression. In addition, when the optional accessory of ML-L7 Remote Control is connected to the COOLPIX P1100 via Bluetooth®︎, the same functions that can be assigned to the camera’s Fn button, for example, white balance and AF area mode, can now be assigned to the Fn1/Fn2 buttons on the ML-L7 Remote Control. With the COOLPIX P1100, the operation of all the buttons on the ML-L7 Remote Control is enabled, further expanding possibilities for remote operation. The ML-L7 is also effective in preventing the effects of camera shake that frequently occur with telephoto shooting and when pressing the shutter-release button extremely useful in Macro photography where camera shake is a concern.

6. Additional features

  1. A 3.2-in. TFT LCD vari-angle monitor with anti-reflective coating.
  2. Compatible with Nikon’s exclusive NRW (RAW) format
  3. Support for Clean HDMI output, which cleans the information display from the image output to an external monitor during recording
  4. Ability to record superlapse and time-lapse movies
  5. Adoption of a USB Type-C input/output connector
  6. COOLPIX Picture Control, which can be used to adjust per the subject, shooting situations, and intentions.
  7. Creative mode that makes attaining the ideal imaging expression simple
  8. The ability to set long-exposure noise reduction to [Auto] or [Off]

*The Bluetooth® word mark is a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of this mark by Nikon Corporation is under license.

Availability

For more information on the new COOLPIX P1100 and other Nikon products, please visit https://www.nikon.co.in.