Black Friday DEALS at Beau Photo Supplies!

Most of our Black Friday deals are listed below and most run through until Cyber Monday, November 30th, but for all the details and some more items as well, please check out our December PDF newsletter, sent out a few days early…

Lighting

Mola lights and accessories

• Mola Setti white 22” - Sale $299.00 Reg. $356.95
• Mola Opal Glass with Clips - Sale $71.00 Reg. $86.95
• Mola speedring for Alien Bee - Sale $69.00 Reg. $88.95
• Mola vented speedring for Profoto / K5600 - Sale $139.00 Reg. $221.95

Hensel

• Hensel 3-Head hard case - Sale $199.00 Reg.$332.95
• Hensel filter holder w/filter frame #112 - Sale $ 99.00 Reg. $231.95
• Hensel backlight reflector #156 - Sale $160.00 Reg. $256.95
• Hensel barndoor & holder kit, older style # 5041/5043 - Sale $99.00 Reg. $167.95
• Hensel barndoor & filter holder #5044 - Sale $130.00 Reg. $171.95
• Hensel Car adaptor for Porty 1200 #569 - Sale $99.00 Reg. $ 289.95
• Hensel Extension cable for Eh & EHT Pro heads #5791 - Sale $160.00 Reg. $229.95
• Hensel Grid for older Hensel Beauty Dish #8602 - Sale $99.00 Reg. $374.95
** Take 15% off all other in stock Hensel accessories!

Dynalite

Dynalite Grand box: “Grand Series” 16-sided softbox which is designed to offer the ultimate in soft light. (A Grand style speedring is required. Grand speedring for Dynalite is a stocking item, other grand speedrings can be ordered in for many other different strobes)
• Dynalite GSB-35 Grand box 90cm. (36 in.) - Sale $199.00 Reg. $317.50
• Dynalite GSB-71 Grand box 180cm. (71 in.) - Sale $350.00 Reg. $545.50
• Dynalite GSB-79 Grand box 200cm. (79 in.) - Sale $425.00 Reg. $580.50
• Dynalite RBOR-48 120cm (4 ft.) Octobox - Sale $160.00 Reg. $257.50
• Dynalite SR-80 Softlight reflector (Beautydish) - Sale $159.00 Reg. $199.50
• Dynalite 30 Deg. grid for Softlight reflector - Sale $159.00 Regularly $205.50 

 
For information on any of the above items, e-mail Ken!

Cameras

FUJIFILM
Special X-E2 Bundles! $1,179 - ask us about an additional rebate too!
This entire bundle would normally be about $2,100!

The bundle includes all of the following items for only $1,179!
- Fujifilm X-E2 Body (black)
- Fujinon XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS
- Fujinon XC 50-230mm f/4.5-6.7 OIS
- Fujifilm Hand Grip
- Fujifilm Leather ‘Half-Case’
- Fujifilm EF-20 Flash Unit
- extra Fujifilm NP-W126 Battery pack

This is an absolutely fabulous starter kit for someone who wants to get into the X-system at a low cost! All items are genuine Fujifilm products, not cheaper, third-party add-ons.

Fujifilm also has aggressive rebates on nearly every X-system lens and body through December and Boxing Week. Ask us for details!

Please note that below, for Canon, Nikon and Sony, applicable instant rebates are included in the sale pricing.

CANON
** All camera bodies below include a $200 Beau Photo Rental Coupon! **

EOS-1DX Body - SALE $5,599 (reg $6,599)
EOS-5D Mark III Body - SALE $3,199 (reg $3,399)
EOS-5D Mark III w/24-105mm - SALE $3,699 (reg $3,999)
EOS-6D Body - SALE $1,649 (reg $1,899)
EOS 7D Mark II - SALE $1,699 (reg $1,899)
EOS-7D Mark II w/18-135mm - SALE $2,049 (reg $2,249)

EF 24mm f/1.4L II - SALE $1,599 (reg $1,809)
EF 50mm f/1.2L - SALE $1,499 (reg $1,699)
EG 85mm f/1.8 - SALE $399 (reg $459)
EF 100mm f/2.8L IS Macro - SALE $899 (reg $1,039)
EF 16-35mm f/4L IS - SALE $1,099 (reg $1,279)
EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II - SALE $1,499 (reg $1,869)
EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II - SALE $1,999 (reg $2,309)
EF 70-200mm f/2.8L II IS - SALE $2,199 (reg $2,529)
Kenko Extension Tube Set (Canon) - SALE $175 (reg $220)
Pixma Pro-1 Printer - SALE $749 (reg $999)

NIKON
** All camera bodies below include a $200 Beau Photo Rental Coupon! NIKON rebates continue as below through December and for Boxing Week too! ****

D810 Body - SALE $3,399 (reg $3,499)
D750 Body - SALE $2,249 (reg $2,449)
D750 w/24-120mm - SALE $2,999 (reg $3,199)
Nikon D7200 Body - SALE $1,199 (reg $ $1,349)
Nikon D7200 w/18-140mm VR - SALE $1,499 (reg $1,699)
D7100 Body - SALE $899 (reg $1,029)
Extra Nikon EN-EL15 Battery packs with any above body - SALE $42 (reg $84)*
* while supplies last

AF-S 20mm f/1.8G - SALE $799 (reg $899)
AF-S 28mm f/1.8G - SALE $699 (reg $769)
AF-S 50mm f/1.4G - SALE $499 (reg $549)
AF-S 60mm f/2.8G Micro - SALE $599 (reg $679)
AF-S 14-24mm f/2.8G - SALE $2,099 (reg $2,249)
AF-S 18-35mm f/3.5-4.5G - SALE $799 (reg $849)
AF-S 24-70mm f/2.8G - SALE $1,999 (reg $2,099)
AF-S 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G VR - SALE $1,099 (reg $1,179)
AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8G VR II - SALE $2,499 (reg $2,699)
AF-S 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G VR - SALE $2,849 (reg $2,999)

SONY
** All camera bodies below include a $200 Beau Photo Rental Coupon. SONY rebates continue as below through December and for Boxing Week too! **

A7 Body - SALE $1,199 (reg $1,499)
A7 II Body - SALE $1,799 (reg $1,999)
A7S Body - SALE $2,299 (reg $2,499)
Zeiss FE 35mm f/2.8 - SALE $749 (reg $799)
Zeiss FE 35mm f/1.4 - SALE $1,849 (reg $1,949)
Zeiss FE 55mm f/1.8 - SALE $949 (reg $999)
Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 OSS Macro - SALE $1,299 (reg $1,349)
Zeiss FE 16-35mm f/4 OSS - SALE $1,449 (reg $1,599)
Zeiss FE 24-70mm f/4 OSS - SALE $1,149 (reg $1,199)
Sony FE 24-240mm f/3.5-6.3 OSS - SALE $1,099 (reg $1,199)
Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 OSS - SALE $1,499 (reg $1,599)

HASSELBLAD

H5D-50C WiFi w/80mm lens - SALE $25,500 Reg $40,250
All Hasselblad lenses are 20% off, saving anywhere from $1,100 to $2,200!

For more information on any of the above camera specials, call or email Mike!

Other Items

GoPro
Purchase a GoPro Camera and get 20% off all accessories!


XRITE

ColorChecker Passport - SALE $115  (reg $130)
ColorMunki Display - SALE $214  (reg $239)
i1 Display Pro - SALE $299  (reg $329)
ColorMunki Photo - SALE $549  (reg $599)

Audio & Video

Rode Video Mic Pro w/Rycote - SALE $275  (reg. $339.95)*
Marshall V-LCD56-MD 5.6” Monitor - SALE $740  (reg $999)*
Beachtek DXA-5Da Sound Mixer - SALE $75 (reg $329)*
*limited quantities

CINEVATE

Cyclops w/ Articulating mount. - Sale $399 Reg. $539.95 (2 only)
Cyclops grip kit - Sale $59 Reg. $102.95 (3 only)
All terrain upgrade - Sale $124 Reg. $216.95 (2 only)
DSLR Core Package Package - Sale $2,099 Reg. $2594.95 (1 only)*
*Also receive a Cinevate Core DSLR Bag at no cost - that’s a $260.00 value!

Dromos Bowl Riser - Sale $229 Reg. $399.95 (1 only)
Durus Follow Focus 15mm - Sale $799 Reg. $1225.95 (2 only)
Simplis Base + Cyclops - Sale $399 Reg. $684.95 (3 only)

Miscellaneous Specials and Clearance Deals!
** Below items limited to in-stock quantities only **

Metz 64 AF-1 Flash - SALE $410 (reg $475)
Nissin Di622 Flash (Canon) - SALE $115 (reg $215)
WeibeTech ToughTech FS Mini HD Enclosure - SALE $25 (reg $95)
Panasonic GX1 Body - SALE $249  (reg $499)

Tripods and Video Monopods

Manfrotto MVM500A Video monopod with Video head - Sale $325.00 Reg. $405.95
Manfrotto 562B Video monopod with sliding head - Sale $220.00 Reg. $283.95
Manfrotto 560B1 Video monopod tilting head - Sale $175.00 Reg. $199.95
Vanguard GH-300T Pistol grip ball head - Sale $175.00 Reg. $239.95
Vanguard Alta Pro Tripod with SBH100 head - Sale $175.00 Reg. $274.95

Filters & Accessories

- 10% off all screw-on filters
- 20% off all screw-on filters when purchased with a new lens!
- 15% off all in stock Rogue products
- 10% off all in stock Peak Design products

For information on any of the above items, e-mail Ken!

NEW! Fujinon XF 35mm f/2.0R WR and 1.4x Teleconverter...

Update #2: I have now received my own XF 35mm f/2R WR lens and published a detailed review, with lots of sample images as well. Check it out on my blog at the following link: http://mikemander.com/2015/11/tested-fujinon-xf-35mm-f2r-wr.html

Update: We now have the new 35mm f/2 (black version) in stock! The silver model will be coming in a week or so. I'll be receiving my own personal one within the next week too and I'll be doing some testing and reporting on the quality of a production version of this new lens soon. See the rest of this blog entry for some preliminiary testing notes.

Announcement & Initial Testing Notes

[October 21, 2015]: Today, Fujifilm took the wraps off a couple of new items. First off, let's talk about their new, compact 50mm equivalent normal prime lens, the Fujinon XF 35mm f/2.0R WR. You can see it above in the lineup, starting on the left with the 23mm f/1.4, then the existing 35mm f/1.4, the new 35mm f/2 and then the 18-55mm kit zoom (click the image for a larger view). As you can see, the lens is a fair bit smaller than the current 35mm f/1.4.

The new 35mm f/2 is due to be available for sale on November 14th at a price of $499 CDN. The lens will come with a small, 43mm thread-on lens hood and you can use the standard lens cap with it. There will also be an optional bayonet metal lens hood for an estimated $59.95. This hood is tapered and "vented" with slots cut in to allow for better optical VF viewing with the X-Pro1, and presumably, future models with a similar rangefinder-style Hybrid Multi Viewfinder. Despite its tapered design, thankfully it will still allow for use of the supplied, normal snap on lens cap, which is something you cannot do with the rectangular metal hood on the 35mm f/1.4. Not sure yet if the hood can be reverse mounted though? Here is a shot of the optional hood…

The lens will be available in both black and silver, however the hood seems to be available in black only. We are taking preorders on this lens, so contact us if you'd like to order one!

Here is a photo of the black and silver versions, side by side (again, click for a larger view) which might help you decide which one to preorder…

I had a chance to test out a prototype 35mm last week and considering it was optically not a final version, I was still impressed with its image quality.

Used AF-S NIkkor 500mm f/4G ED VR for sale

This professional 500mm super-telephoto prime lens stops distant action in its tracks. Featuring Nikon’s superior Vibration Reduction (VR II) image stabilization and performance enhancing lens technologies, superior NIKKOR optics and a lightweight magnesium die-cast barrel with dust and moisture resistance, it’s ideal for photographers in the field shooting motor sports, outdoor athletes, wildlife and much more. Nikon VR (Vibration Reduction) image stabilization provides 3.0 stops of blur free handheld shooting, assuring dramatically sharper still images and HD video capture. Great condition, like new. Comes with original hard case.

Tag # 5523                                                                         $6800.00   now $6200.00  SOLD!

Used EOS-1D Mark IV for sale

The EOS-1D Mark IV is a combination of speed, accuracy and image quality, the perfect choice for professional photographers and subjects on the move. It has a redesigned 45-point AF system including 39 cross-type points, a AI Servo II AF focus tracking system with improved algorithm combined with 10 fps continuous shooting. The EOS-1D Mark IV can handle high-speed situations with ease. The 1D Mark IV has the APS-H sized 16.1 Megapixel CMOS Sensor, and comes with Dual DIGIC 4 image processors.

Tag # 2025                                                                                                        $2750.00

Used Canon EF 300mm f/2.8 IS USM

Used Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM Lens for sale. Very good condition
Tag 2034                                                                                                        $4299.00

FUSION 2015 is just around the corner

Fusion is back for the 5th year and not only are we continuing to grow, we’re also on the move – we’re taking over the new and beautiful Anvil Centre in New Westminster. For the second year we’re teaming up with the Professional Photographers of Canada BC division as part of their weekend “PHOTOGraphie” event. PHOTOGraphie is British Columbia's only professional photography festival. The festival’s purpose is to inspire and share the value of photography through education, gallery exhibitions and salon competition.

 The scope of FUSION 2015 is to not only focus on the latest in DSLR video but also to include many aspects of still photography including lectures, demos and even a round-table discussion.

This year we will have 12 amazing speakers, each presenting 90 minute talks/Demo sessions running throughout the day. There will be a wide range of topics presented; from fine Art Digital Printing, Fashion and Still life Photography, the ins and outs of Destination Wedding Photography as well as Audio for film and Video, and Documentary film making, just to name a few. You are guaranteed to come away having learned something if you attend this year’s show. For a full listing of the speakers, their bios and times they will be presenting go to: http://www.photographiefestival.ca/event-schedule/fusion/speakers/

There of course there will be an opportunity to tryout all the coolest new gear from some of the industry’s best known suppliers. This year joining us we have the good people from; Sony, Nikon, Canon, Fujifilm, PhaseOne, Profoto, Cinevate, Moab, Epson, Gentec with Manfrotto, Gitzo, CAPIC, Langara college, VanArts, Red Raven with Novaflex and B+W , Amplis with Vanguard and more. The trade show will run from 8:30am to 4:00pm.

This will be an fantastic event with so much to see and do. We have amazing speakers, great gear to try, FUSION 2015 special sale prices, and not to mention some amazing door prizes as well.  You really don't want to miss FUSION 2015!

Fusion 2015 will be held on Sunday, September 27th at the Anvil Centre. The Anvil Centre is a boutique conference centre conveniently located in the heart of the City of New Westminster, with easy access from the Skytain station and lots of underground parking.

Profoto B2 Summer Promo

Profoto Canada launches the new B2 Flash with a great introductory sale.
Purchase the all new Profoto B2 between now and September 30th 2015 and get these
great introductory prices.
Profoto B2 250 AirTTL to-go-kit - Promo $2628.00 Regular price $2928.00
Profoto B2 250 AirTTL location kit Promo $3526.00 Regular price 3996.00

The Profoto B2 is an on or off-camera battery powered flash. The B2 head is a small strobe that is light enough to be put on a bracket on your camera or on a monopod or stand, the choice is yours. With the Profoto Air TTL remote, the B2 offers full TTL operation with both Canon and Nikon cameras. The B2 is designed to help you to add a little, or a lot, of extra light wherever it is needed. The entire B2 kit fits in a bag no larger than your average shoulder bag. Where and how you shoot is all up to you.

The B2 features:
• TTL and HSS (High Speed Sync).
• 2 fully asymmetrical outlets.
• Lightweight and compact flash heads with powerful LED modeling light.
• Exchangeable high capacity Lithium-Ion battery.
• Power range over 9 f-stops (1-250Ws) adjustable in 1/10th f-stop increments.
• Fast recycling of 0.03-1.35 seconds.
• At lower power settings, it will produce up to 20 flashes per second.
• Built-in AirTTL fully supports wireless operation with all existing Profoto Air transceivers up to 300 m (1,000 ft) away.
• Battery capacity of up to 215 full power flashes or 90 minutes of full modeling light in one charge.
• Built-in reflector creates a wide and even light spread.
• Intuitive and easy-to-use user interface.
• Compatible with more than 150 light shaping tools from Profoto’s renowned light shaping system.

B2 250 AirTTL To-Go Kit (901109)
1 x B2 250 AirTTL with Li-Ion Battery for B2
1 x B2 Head
1 x B2 Location Bag
1 x B2 Carrying Bag
1 x Battery Charger 2.8A
Promo $2628.00

B2 250 AirTTL Location Kit (901110)
1 x B2 250 AirTTL with Li-Ion battery for B2
2 x B2 Head
1 x B2 Location Bag
1 x B2 Carrying Bag
1 x Battery Charger 2.8A
1 x Extra Li-Ion Battery for B2
Promo $3526.00

Red Light in a Dark Room - Part 19

We have another installment for our darkroom series, this time from David. Thanks a lot for contributing, David!

What is your darkroom? A room, closet or bathroom? Please tell us a bit about it.

It is a storage room, no running water, very dark with overall constant temperature. Small space.

What is your process? Tell us a bit about your developing routine, especially if it's tricky!

Stainless steel Kindermann tanks. Agitate 1st minute continuously, then 5 seconds per minute up to 10 minutes, then 10 seconds per 2 minutes after 10 minutes.

What is your go to developer?

AGFA Rodinal or Kodak HC-110.

What is your all time favorite film/developer combo?

AGFA APX 100, Rodinal. 1:50 68F/20C.

What kind of look does this give you?

Crisp.

Have you tried any or are you interested in any alternative processes, such as cynotype?

Palladium, salted silver. (1986)

What is the best processing tip you can give?

Cleanliness, constant temperature, correct times, patience.

Beau Photo / Fuji Guys - Photo Walk

Click on the image above to register for a fun and informative photo walk with us (Beau Photo) and Fujifilm! Two reps will be on hand to help answer questions, and I (Mike Mander) will be there too. Try out the latest lenses and bodies from Fujifilm's renowned X-system! Whether you are already an 'X-shooter' or just want to learn about Fujifilm great lineup of camera bodies and amazingly good lenses, this walk will be a good chance to find out more. For more info about this event, just call or email us...

Folding 120 Cameras on Consignment

I am very excited to say our point & shoot consignment department has grown recently with many 35mm and 120 additions.

I'd like to share with you a few of the 120 pocket folding cameras:

The first camera I pulled from the box immediately caught my eye, with its lovely 1930's art Deco detailing - "The Billy Record". Made by Agfa it has F-stops F16, F11 and F8.8 and a shutter speed range of 100 to Bulb. It's selling for $40.

The second camera in the box, though lower end, is brilliant! The Kershaw King Penguin Eight-20. Released in the 1950's it has a fixed focus and a very simple design with only two shutter speeds: B, I and two aperture settings: F16 and F11. It's selling for $25.

The third camera is the less stylish Agfa "Billy I", however where it lacks in looks it makes up for in function.  This "Billy I" is fitted with a 105 1:6.3 Agfa Agnar lens and shutter speeds range from 200 to Bulb and its apertures are F6.3, F8, F11, F16, and F22. It's selling for $35

There are many more in the store to choose from. Come by and have a look for yourself!