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#FundOurFuture Social Media Challenge 2023 Application for Content Creators

About ActionAid #FundOurFuture Social Media Challenge 2023 ActionAid is a global movement of people working together to further human rights for all and defeat poverty. We prioritise works with the poor and excluded, promoting values and commitment in civil society, institutions and governments with the aim of achieving structural changes to eradicate injustices and poverty …

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Sony and Nikon Cameras Can Now Use Viltrox’s 75mm f/1.2 Lens

Viltrox has made available versions of its 75mm f/1.2 lens for Nikon Z and Sony E mounts in addition to the Fujifilm X-Mount. To read more,click here; https://petapixel.com/2023/08/02/viltroxs-75mm-f-1-2-is-now-available-for-sony-and-nikon-cameras/

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Tamron is working on a new 70-180mm f/2.8 lens for the Sony E-Mount.

For Sony E-mount cameras, Tamron has revealed that it is creating a 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 (Model A065). This popular optic’s second generation version is anticipated to arrive this autumn. To read more,click here; https://petapixel.com/2023/08/08/tamron-is-developing-a-second-gen-70-180mm-f-2-8-for-sony-e-mount/

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Sony has created a motion capture rig that operates a virtual camera in three dimensions.

Sony has demonstrated a particular form of collaborative virtual effects system that makes use of Unreal Engine 5 and a motion capture “camera” gear that manages a virtual camera that lives in a 3D environment as opposed to using a real camera. To read more, click here; https://petapixel.com/2023/08/11/sony-prototypes-a-motion-capture-rig-that-controls-a-3d-virtual-camera/

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Panasonic is improving its LiDAR Focusing System compatibility with DJI.

Panasonic has announced that it is expanding its direct integration with features in the RS2, RSC 2, and RS 3 as well as deepening the compatibility of its Lumix cameras with DJI’s LiDAR focusing unit that combines with the RS 3 Pro gimbal. To read more, click here; https://petapixel.com/2023/08/10/panasonic-is-deepening-its-compatability-with-djis-lidar-focusing-system/

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The Flexible Chronicle Tripod from ProMaster Is Intended to Provide All the Support You Need

The new Chronicle Tripod from ProMaster wants to accomplish everything. The Chronicle is much more than what first meets the eye, despite the fact that it initially may appear to be a conventional tripod. It instantly transforms from a monopod, handheld stabiliser, or “Flexor centre column” into a tabletop tripod in a matter of seconds. …

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Two further zoom lenses are included in Panasonic’s L-mount roadmap.

The full-frame L-mount roadmap from Panasonic now includes an ultra-telephoto zoom and a regular zoom with a big aperture. Click here to read more;https://petapixel.com/2023/08/10/panasonic-adds-two-more-zoom-lenses-to-its-l-mount-roadmap/

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Creative Business Cup Nigeria @enterprisedevelopmentcentre

@enterprisedevelopmentcentre Calling all Nigerian Innovators! Join the Creative Business Cup Nigeria and Change the Game! Ready for a life-changing opportunity? Get in on the action as we kick off the epic 5th edition of the Creative Business Cup Nigeria! Picture this: You, representing Nigeria at the Global Finals in Copenhagen, Denmark! ✈️ Show the world …

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Hot Docs-Blue Ice Documentary Fund for Africans

The Hot Docs-Blue Ice Docs Fund invests in African documentary filmmakers to tell their stories and contribute to the next generation of African documentary talent. The Fund provides development grants of up to 10,000 CAD and production grants of up to $40,000 CAD to four to ten projects annually. Each year, up to five funded …

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Alter-Ciné Foundation Documentary Grants

Every year, the Foundation awards a grant of 10,000 Canadian dollars and a few 5,000 Canadian dollars grants to some filmmakers to assist in the production of a documentary project. The grant is aimed at young filmmakers born and living in The Global South (Africa, Asia or Latin America) who want to direct a film …