Crooked Imaging Blog

Black Rapid R-Strap RS-W1 Camera Strap for Women

Crooked Imaging — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 12:08:59 +0000

We have just received stock of the long awaited BlackRapid Womens Camera strap the RS-W1

The RS-W1 is BlackRapid’s introduction to designing a camera strap specifically for women. Part of the award winning R-Strap line, the RS-W1 is the world’s first camera strap that focuses on the perfect fit for the female. While maintaining the traditional “Built for Speed” design, our designers added a sleek curve highlighted with an elegant but slight pattern accent. This RS-W1 provides comfort, speed, and durability along with graceful styling.

Check it out Now HERE

Black Rapid RS-W1

SteadiPod – The Camera Steadying Device

Crooked Imaging — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 11:21:05 +0000

Crooked Imaging is now a stockist of the new Steadipod – The Camera Steadying Device.

Introducing the SteadePod™, a patented camera steadying device. Use instead of a tripod for your camera or camcorder for great photos and video! Compact and lightweight, easy to use and quick to set up; take it with you anywhere for steady images in low light, long exposure or high zoom situations.

Attach a SteadePod to your camera and take shots you never thought you could without a tripod or monopod. Simply attach to your camera, extend and anchor the foot pad, pull to place a small amount of tension in the cable and you have a steady picture!

Easy to use, the small amount of cable tension keeps your camera steady for low light, long exposure or high zoom situations. Even places where you can’t take tripods or monopods. Perfect for travel, sporting events, hiking museums…
Use on still or video cameras; anytime you need a steady shot.

To see the item or to purchase it please visit HERE

SteadiPod

Keeping your DSLR Sensor clean when changing lenses

Crooked Imaging — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 17:16:36 +0000

With a film camera, you effectively have a new sensor every time you take a picture. With a digital camera the same sensor is used for every shot. This is not really a problem with a sealed compact, fixed-lens digital camera. But with single lens reflex cameras (DSLR’s), taking lenses on and off the camera, usually leads to the sensor becoming contaminated. This means it is most important to adopt a ‘dust aware’ approach to your photography. These can include changing lenses out of ‘Dirty Air’, making sure the back of the lens is dust free before fitting it to the camera and keeping the camera upside when changing lenses. We do have products available that can make a ‘Clean’ lens changing area if you have no choice but to change the lens in a dusty environment. Taking these precautions can reduce the need to clean the camera sensor.

Delkin Secure Digital SD Card Storage Case Tote for 8 Cards

Crooked Imaging — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 16:30:20 +0000

We are now stocking the new Delkin SD Memory Tote

Protects up to 8 SD Memory Cards: Shock resistant rubberized tote holds up to 8 SD memory cards in numbered compartments.

Weather Resistant: Sealed to protect contents from spills, splashes, moisture & corrosion.

Crushproof: Ruggedized outer case and insulated inner liner keeps photos, video and data secure.

Travel Sized: Photographers, videographers, gamers, musicians, hunters and more…

Delkin SD Tote

Crooked Imaging is now a Authorised Tamron Super Stockist

Crooked Imaging — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 15:35:47 +0000

Crooked Imaging has just been made an Authorised Tamron Super Stockist. We are Kent’s only independent Tamron Super Stockist but what does this mean for you??

We are able to offer our customers great prices on the complete Tamron lens range, genuine UK Stock and a Free 5 year UK warranty. We can also offer help and advice on the lenses.

Checkout the range of lenses NOW.

Tamron Super Stockist

Second hand kit is now available from Crooked Imaging

Crooked Imaging — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 09:48:48 +0000

Crooked Imaging are now buying and selling second hand photographic equipment. We have a new category on the site where you will be able to buy used kit from camera’s to studio lights etc. This will be updated regularly and as we get new stock and we will be detailing this on our Facebook page too.

All our second hand items will come with a 3 month warranty unless otherwise stated on the listing. All items will be tested and DSLR cameras will have a sensor clean before despatching. The pictures we show on the listing will be of the actual item and not a stock photo and we will always give a true and accurate description.

We are also buying kit for cash, so if you have a camera or lenses etc that you no longer use, why not give us a call. We are always after quality Nikon and Canon gear and best prices are always offered.

Check out our second hand gear now

Second Hand Gear

Manfrotto Tripod Configurator now on the Crooked Imaging Website

admin — Sat, 26 Jun 2010 13:22:26 +0000

Not sure what tripod you need? Check out our New Manfrotto Configuration tool that has been added to our website. You will be able to specify the Maximum load weight you require from the tripod and head. The interactive configurator will then indicate which tripod legs and heads are compatible. You will be able to bundle them together with the tool to make sure the head and legs combo is balanced and meets your requirements. You will then be able to click on the items which will take you back to the product page at Crooked Imaging which can then be added to the basket for purchasing. The configurator will also indicate all the accessories compatible with the tripod and head selected which can be added to the basket too.

This is a very useful tool which should simplify your selection of tripod and head.

Try it out now by clicking the image below:

Manfrotto Configurator

The Floating Waterproof Camera Case – Delkin JellyFish

Crooked Imaging — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 10:12:57 +0000

This is a very useful new product from Delkin – The Jellyfish

Delkin JellyFish

Keep Your Valuables Safe, Dry and Accessible

Buoyant enough to float even the heaviest compact digital camera or cell phone, watertight down to five feet, visible in the murkiest conditions, able to open thousands of bottles with the flick of a wrist, and versatile enough for any situation on or off the water, the Jellyfish is the perfect accessory for your active lifestyle.

Check it out now HERE

Don’t like neck straps? The Black Rapid R-Strap might be the answer….

Crooked Imaging — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 09:34:06 +0000

Crooked Imaging are now stocking the new R-Straps from Black Rapid and we think they are great! They are comfortable, easy to use and allow super fast shooting. There are a number of options available from just a basic strap through to a configurable system that you can add extra storage pockets and even a dual camera system. It is a very simple design and it just works. Simon has been using one for a couple of weeks and loves it so if you have any questions about its operation or why you need one just give him a call.

There are a number of designs in the pipeline and the closest to release should be the introduction of the female version of the strap. It is shaped to be more comfortable for the female user and fit between the bust so should be super comfy. If you are interested in this item drop us an email and we will let you know as soon as they arrive in the UK.

Check Out the Black Rapid Products Here

Black Rapid Straps

What the Manufacturer says:

The Original Camera Sling.

The R-Strap is the most innovative camera strap ever to hit the market. This patent-pending piece of equipment offers unparalleled ease of access to your camera and peace of mind.

The R-Strap is worn diagonally across the torso from shoulder to hip and is adjustable to fit most photographers.The pad has a mesh underside for comfort and breathability.

Our locking FastenR connects the R-Strap to the tripod socket located on either the camera body or the lens.Once connected, the camera hangs upside down, resting securely at your side or in the small of your back, with the lens pointing behind you.

With the camera at your hip or behind your back, you can maneuver easily through a crowd, carry a tripod or other gear, or simply have both hands free.When you’re ready to take the shot, the camera quickly glides up the strap into shooting position.
Grab. Glide. Click.

New postage pricing structure

Crooked Imaging — Sun, 28 Mar 2010 20:34:31 +0000

We have been working hard on the postage charges on our website this week.

We have made some improvements to the postage price structure making it cheaper for all orders using ‘Standard Delivery’. For orders under £20 postage is now £1.49, orders under £99 but over £20 postage is now £2.49, orders over £99 postage is now £3.99. For ‘Standard Delivery’ we will mainly be using Royal Mail 1st class but may use a courier which is dependant on the size a weight of the package.

Next Day Delivery is £5.99 on any size order. We will be using either Royal Mail special delivery or a courier service depending on the size and weight of the item.