The Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L has been a very topical issue for blimp makers and users alike. The second version (and current) 24-70mm f/2.8L was released in 2012 and is a massive step up in optical performance for this workhorse of a lens. Because of the fact that this new version is physically longer when...
With thanks to Aquatech USA and their UK Distributor Fixation UK I have just received the latest version of the already highly regarded Aquatech sound blimp for the Canon 5D Mark III. I have been using the first generation blimp for 12 months now and aside from a few niggles, I have found it to...
Great analysis of the AquaTech blimp. Are they Nikon compatible?
Hi Anna, thanks for the question. They do versions for Nikon, yes.
I’ve been shooting production stills for over 4 years now. Over this time, I’ve had two aborted attempts at procuring a blimp from different suppliers due to insufficient information provided to me to settle my decision. In the mean time, I’ve managed to do my job without this bit of kit. That being said, the...
