Thom Calabro explains features and benefits the new lenses offer
Wayne, N.J., April 16, 2012 –
FUJIFILM North America Corporation
, Optical Devices Division premiered a series of one to two minute videos featuring new lenses at the 2012 NAB Show today. The videos—featuring Thom Calabro, Director, Marketing and Product Development, FUJIFILM North America Corporation, Optical Devices Division – discuss the many features and benefits the new lenses offer and debut on Fujifilm’s
and
channels as follows:
Monday, April 16, 2012: The new PL-90 Cabrio (ZK4.7A—19)
, with an exclusive detachable servo drive unit, making it suitable for use as a standard PL lens or ENG-Style lens. With a 19-90mm focal range and weight of only 2.7kg including servo motors, it has the longest focal range available in a lightweight zoom.
Tuesday, April 17, 2012: The new HA19x7.4 BERM/BERD 2/3-inch ENG/EFP lens lens with improved corner resolution and high-performance functionality for demanding television production applications.
Wednesday, April 18, 2012: The new XA19x7.4 BESM-D8 box-style studio/field lens featuring focus breathing compensation, 16-bit encoders, and tally lights for high-end entertainment and news studio applications.
Thursday, April 19, 2012: The new XA77x9.5 HDTV field lens, featuring patented OS TECH image stabilization ideal for shooting in windy conditions or on unstable platforms.
“The combination of video and social media is proving to be a great way to connect with our customers, especially the next-generation of professional cinematographers and those shooting on location,” explained Calabro. “Social media video allows us to educate our customers about the latest technology and capabilities built into our new lenses.”
The videos are available on demand as part of an on-going social media initiative launched in 2011. To view all press releases for NAB 2012 from the Optical Devices Division of FUJIFILM North America Corporation, please click on the link below:
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