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OCUS
ISSUE 07 • APR 05
MITA (P) 107/07/2004
A QUARTERLY
NEWSLETTER
FROM
A QUARTERLY
NEWSLETTER
FROM NIKON
PHOTO: JIMMY LAM
Q & A CONTEST
EVENTS
QUICK GLANCE
WHAT’S WITHIN
02
EDITOR’S NOTE
03
FREE PHOTOGRAPHY
WORKSHOP
04 - 14
FEATURED PRODUCT COOLPIX S1
COOLPIX 5900/7900
COOLPIX 7600
COOLPIX 4600/5600
17 - 20
CAPTURE HAPPY
MOMENTS WITH NIKON
22 - 23
PLUG-INS FOR
PICTUREPROJECT
24 - 26
PORTFOLIO: JIMMY LAM
28 - 29
PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST
30 - 32
CLUBSNAP
33
Q & A CONTEST
34 - 39
EVENTS
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FREE DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
WORKSHOP FOR
FREE PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP
Hi, nice to have everyone back in this issue of FOCUS.
With the school holidays approaching and NATAS Travel Fair
just ended. If you are planning for short getaway or a long trip,
do turn to page 17. We have an article 'CAPTURE HAPPY
MOMENTS WITH NIKON' written by Steven Yee giving you
valuable tips on photography and preparation for a perfect trip.
This issue's featured photographer Jimmy Lam brings us along
into his wonderful world of imagery and perspective. Jimmy travels
frequently to many countries in Asia to document the people,
culture and landscape of the region through photography. An
associate of the Royal Photographic Society, Lam’s works has
also been featured in several international magazines. Do check
out his works on page 24 and at the upcoming Arts Festival. HIGHLIGHTS OF D70 WORKSHOP
Mr Liew Tong Leng has won our last issue's photography contest
with his entry 'Christmas Season' taken by D2H. By using the
10.5mm Fisheye Lens, this picture has a 180-degree viewing
angle capturing the mood of the celebration going on and people
enjoying the Christmas season. For all sports lover photographers
out there, our theme for this issue is 'Sport in Action', do send
us your best shot and you could win yourself the latest DSC
Coolpix 5900 worth S$699.
Not forgetting our Q&A contest on page 33! The prize is a Nikon
compact camera LTZ 150EDQD worth S$299 kindly sponsored
by T K Foto.
Do feel free to email us your feedbacks on our newsletter at:
focus@nikon-asia.com or visit our website at: www.nikon.com.sg/focus.
• The features of the D70
• Expectations -- Difference with the
Coolpix, advanced features that stand
out
Editor
: Brenda Ang
Contributors
: Max Sim
: Jimmy Chia
: Dion Yong
Production
: Wang Design Station
Distributor
: Nikon Singapore Pte Ltd
11 Chang Charn Road
#02-01 Shriro House
Brenda Ang
Editor
Singapore 159640
Tel: (65) 6559 3630
Fax: (65) 6559 3671
Co. Reg. No.
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• Setting the ASA and White Balance
• The settings in the menu
• The specifications in brief
• Focusing
• Exposure in brief (Quick into to shutter
speed and aperture)
• How to hold the camera
• Using the Program Mode
• File types, compression and sizes
• Quick intro to P, A, S, M
• Camera maintenance (Leaning the CCD,
do's and don'ts)
• Metering settings
• What to do if you want to change lenses
• Using the Custom modes
• Having that ideal set of equipment
To apply for Digital Workshop for D70 Camera,
please contact Diana or Kellyn
DID: 63343361
Fax: 63344657
Email: pss1950@singnet.com.sg
VENUE:
The Digital Workshop will be conducted at:
The Photographic Society of Singapore
30 Selegie Road, Selegie Arts Centre Building
Level 2, Singapore 180030
: 199503875K
Feedback Email : focus@nikon-asia.com
Website
• Survival tips to get good images -- Steven
Yee's Workflow for freezing objects
: www.nikon.com.sg/focus
Operating Hours: Mon to Fri: 2pm – 10pm
Sat to Sun: 12pm – 6pm
Closed on Public Holiday
NOTE:
- There will be a SIN$5 registration fee.
- Participants must bring along their D70 for
the workshop.
By Jimmy Lam
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FEATURED PRODUCT - COOLPIX S1
COOLPIX
FEATURED PRODUCT - COOLPIX S1
S1DIGITAL CAMERA
shooting at up to 1.8 frames per second (approx.),
allowing the user to catch fleeting photo opportunities
more of the time.
2.5 inch
LCD
Incredible 2.5 Inch LCD In A Super Slim Metal Body
Ebony Black
Ivory White
Pure Silver
Surprisingly slim, exceptionally stylish
—the COOLPIX S1 blends high
reliability with high-quality shooting
for users of all levels.
KEY FEATURES
• 5.1 Effective Megapixels
• High Quality Zoom-Nikkor ED Lens
• Incredible 2.5 inch LCD
Tokyo — Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce
the introduction of the COOLPIX S1, the first in a new
series of COOLPIX cameras that blend portability with
“Style” — which is precisely what the “S” in “S1”
stands for.
Not only is the COOLPIX S1 highly attractive with a
sleek aluminum exterior available in Pure Silver, Ivory
White and Ebony Black* — it also retains its super
slim and small dimensions (89.9 x 57.5 x 19.7mm)
at all times due to its “right-angled” optics system that
allows the zoom lens to function throughout its entire
range without protruding from the camera body.
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• Compact Slim, Metal Body
With the advantage of 5.1-megapixel performance
and a powerful 35-105mm 3x Zoom-Nikkor ED†
lens (35mm equivalent), the COOLPIX S1 achieves
superior results with true-to-life color. It also features
an impressively large, bright 2.5-inch LCD monitor
that makes it easy to compose shots and play back
the results with 110,000-dot clarity and thereby
does away with the need for a viewfinder. The
COOLPIX S1 has also been specially designed to
offer exceptionally easy operation, with a Graphic
User Interface (GUI) that allows the user to select
functions by either name or icon and a handy HELP
button that displays explanations for functions on
the main menu. Furthermore, the menu can be set
to display all text in the user’s choice of 12 languages.
• Nikon’s In-Camera Red-Eye Fix™
• Nikon’s D-Lighting
• 17 Scene Modes
• COOLSTATION MV-11 Cradle
• Face Priority AF Mode
This optical system also features an ED lens to ensure
sharp, natural results and the COOLPIX S1 additionally
features a selection of innovative features, delivering
smooth operation and high-quality results.
The COOLPIX S1 is also remarkably convenient. As
a result of Nikon innovation, it has been designed
to operate with a significant reduction in energy
consumption so that a greater number of shots can
be taken per battery. In fact the COOLPIX S1 can
take up to 200 images with an EN-EL8 Rechargeable
Battery (based on CIPA standard‡), so the user can
enjoy spending more time taking pictures and waste
less time recharging. Also as a direct result of Nikon
superior engineering, the COOLPIX S1 offers a highspeed start-up time and enables swift continuous
A range of unique Nikon features enable the user
to improve images in-camera to get better results
when shooting in difficult conditions. Nikon’s exclusive
D-Lighting function can be easily selected in Playback
mode. Automatically compensating pictures taken
with excessive backlight or insufficient flash, DLighting adds light and detail to darker parts of
images while leaving areas with desirable exposure
exactly as they are. Nikon’s In-Camera Red-Eye Fix
function does as its name suggests, automatically
detecting the annoying red eye effect that can be
caused by flash, then digitally correcting it in-camera.
The COOLPIX S1 also features the clever Face-priority
AF function, which has the ability to detect human
faces in the frame and then provide optimal automatic
focus for sharper, more satisfying portraits. The
COOLPIX S1 features a Blur Warning function too,
which lets users know when an image has been
compromised by camera shake so they can
recompose and shoot again for better results.
The COOLPIX S1 additionally comes complete with
the COOL-STATION MV-11. Delivering true plugand-play convenience, the COOL-STATION MV-11
is more than just a charging cradle. Placing the
COOLPIX S1 in the COOL-STATION MV-11 enables
the batteries to be charged without removing them
from the camera body. The COOL-STATION MV11 also connects the COOLPIX S1 to a TV and to a
computer via USB.
COOL-STATION
MV-11
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FEATURED PRODUCT - COOLPIX S1
Like all the other cameras in the successful COOLPIX
range, the COOLPIX S1 offers a selection of handy
Scene Modes that makes it easy to get pleasing
results in common situations. Altogether, the camera
is equipped with 17 Scene Modes, four of which
feature Scene Assist, so the user can simply select
the one best suited to the subject — such as Sunset
or Portrait — then leave the camera to select the
optimal settings automatically.
One of these handy Scene Modes is the new
“Underwater” mode, which is designed for use with
the optional Waterproof Case WP-CP5, which allows
the user to take shots with faithful color when
snorkeling or scuba diving to depths of up to 40
meters.
Although the COOLPIX S1 offers the convenience of
compatibility with widely available SD memory cards,
it also has 12MB of internal memory too, which
means users can go on shooting even when they
are not carrying any additional media. And despite
its super slim dimensions, the COOLPIX S1 can also
be used to record movies with sound — offering a
choice of four movie modes with shooting at up to
FEATURED PRODUCT - COOLPIX 5900/7900
15 frames per second and up to VGA resolution.
The COOLPIX S1 can also be connected to a TV to
make it easy to view the results.
The COOLPIX S1 makes it easy to produce printouts
as well. Because it offers PictBridge compatibility, it
can be connected directly to a compatible printer,
thereby doing away with the need for a computer.
The COOLPIX S1 also comes complete with Nikon’s
PictureProject software, which makes it easy to edit,
organize and share images.
COOLPIX 5900
Waterproof Case WP-CP5
Nikon COOLPIX S1 Feature Highlights
A new series of COOLPIX ~ The COOLPIX S1 is the first in a new series of COOLPIX cameras. It places a strong emphasis on the camera body
combining portability with the ultimate in style. Indeed “style” is what the “S” in “S1” stands for.
Stylish design ~ The COOLPIX S1 has a sleek aluminum finish that gives it a look of real sophistication, while its super slim dimensions achieved
through the advanced electronic engineering of a totally new “right-angled” optics system make it both pleasing to the eye and highly comfortable
in the hand. The elegant COOLPIX S1 also features a significantly enlarged TFT LCD monitor. Measuring 2.5 inches across and delivering the clarity
of 110,000 dots, it makes it easy to compose shots and view recorded images. The COOLPIX logo has also been recreated to be more slender with
gentle curves that complement the smooth lines of the camera body, and the COOLPIX S1 is available in a choice of Pure Silver, Ebony Black and
Ivory White* to suit the user’s individual sense of style.
Greater energy efficiency for longer battery life ~ The COOLPIX S1 has been specially designed for low power consumption that enables batteries
to last longer, so users can spend more time shooting and less time recharging. In fact, the COOLPIX S1 can take up to an impressive 200 shots
using a single EN-EL8 Rechargeable battery.
Swift response ~ As a direct result of Nikon’s engineering expertise, the COOLPIX S1 has been created to deliver more satisfying, responsive
performance. Not only is the COOLPIX S1 quicker to start up than many other compact digital cameras in its class, but it also offers swift continuous
shooting at a rate of up to 1.8 frames per second.
In-camera image improvement ~ The COOLPIX S1 makes it easy for virtually anyone to achieve pleasing results. With 5.1 effective megapixels
and a 35-105mm 3x Zoom-Nikkor ED lens (35mm equivalent), the COOLPIX S1 captures scenes with clarity and faithful color. Furthermore, it also
features a clever set of features with the power to actually improve images in-camera. The In-Camera Red-Eye Fix function automatically detects
the annoying red eye effect caused by flash and then corrects it automatically in-camera to produce pleasing night portraits. Nikon’s impressive DLighting function automatically compensates for excessive back light or insufficient flash — keeping brighter parts of images as they are while adding
light and detail to darker areas. The COOLPIX S1 also features the new Face-priority AF function, which cleverly detects human faces in the frame,
then provides optimal focus on them for sharp, satisfying results. The COOLPIX S1 even features a handy Blur Warning function too, which alerts
the user of images compromised by camera shake, so they can recompose and shoot again before leaving the scene.
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S$699
COOLPIX 7900
S$799
Two highly sophisticated, high-quality compact digital cameras with a
wealth of easy-to-use features and the ability to achieve exceptional results.
Tokyo — Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce
the introduction of the E7900 and E5900. Two
superior quality compact digital cameras with the
power to take highly impressive images, they also
feature appealing exterior designs and boast a range
of convenient functions and features that are highly
advanced, yet easy to use.
For easier composition and anytime viewing, the
E7900 and E5900 feature a large 2.0-inch
amorphous silicon TFT LCD monitor. Bright and clear,
this makes it easy to view images at any time. It also
makes it much easier to navigate the new Graphic
User Interface (GUI), which has been specially
designed to allow the user to select functions on the
main menu by either name or icon. There’s also a
Help button too, which can be pressed to display
an explanation of each function on the main menu
and the cameras can be configured to display the
menu in a choice of 11 languages.
For impressive imaging performance, the E7900
and E5900 both feature a 3x Zoom-Nikkor ED lens
with a focal range equivalent to that of a 38-114mm
lens in 35mm format. They also offer the imaging
advantages of 7.1 and 5.1 effective megapixels
respectively and a 1/1.8-inch CCD. As a result of
these factors, impressive quality is retained even
when images from the E7900 are enlarged to A3
dimensions and when images from the E5900 are
enlarged to A4 size.
As for speedy performance, the E7900 and E5900
offer continuous shooting at approx. 1.7 and 2fps.
They also feature high-precision Multi AF with a
choice of 99 manually selectable areas, 5 choices
for Auto select AF and the advantage of the new
Face-priority AF function (Face recognition capability
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FEATURED PRODUCT - COOLPIX 5900/7900
may be limited depending on the shooting conditions),
which can be easily selected when using the Portrait
Scene Mode. As its name suggests, Face-priority AF
ensures crisp focus when shooting portraits by
automatically sensing the presence of a human face
in the frame and setting accurate focus accordingly.
Nikon has also turned its ingenuity to reducing power
consumption, allowing the E7900 and E5900 to
take significantly more shots per battery than other
compact digital cameras. In fact, the E7900 is able
to take an impressive 220 shots (approx.) with a
single fully charged EN-EL5 battery, while the E5900
is able to shoot as many as 270 (approx.). Both
cameras are also compatible with widely available
disposable CP1 lithium batteries.
Like all the other models in Nikon’s exceptionally
popular COOLPIX range, the E7900 and E5900
make shooting much more simple in a range of
common situations through the incorporation of
Scene Modes. The E7900 and E5900 offer four
Scene Modes that feature Scene Assist and there’s
also a new Underwater Scene Mode that brings the
total choice of Scene Modes up to 16. Intended for
use with the Waterproof Case WP-CP4, the
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FEATURED PRODUCT - COOLPIX 5900/7900
Underwater Scene Mode enables true to life colors
to be captured when taking shots while snorkeling
or scuba diving. Like all the other Scene modes,
operation is extremely easy
Waterproof Case WP-CP4
Underwater Scene Mode
Simply select the Scene Mode that best matches the
subject, then point and shoot for optimal results —
it really is that simple. Both cameras are also ideal
for capturing action too. Both the E7900 and the
E5900 have the power to record VGA-size movies
with sound at a smooth rate of 30 frames per second.
Perhaps one of the most impressive features of both
the E7900 and the E5900 is Nikon’s innovative DLighting function, which adds light and detail to dark
areas of shots, while keeping brighter areas just as
they are. Nikon’s In-Camera Red-Eye Fix function
is another advantage that allows the quality of the
shot to be improved after the fact — automatically
detecting, then correcting red eyes in-camera to turn
shots affected by flash into pleasing night portraits.
In addition to these exceptional features, the E7900
and E5900 also feature a handy Blur Warning
function too that alerts the user immediately whenever
an image is blurred due to camera movement. This
enables the user to recompose and shoot again
before leaving the scene of the shot. The BSS function
(Best Shot Selector) is also beneficial in similar
circumstances — it allows the photographer to take
several shots, then the camera selects the best of
them for the user to save.
With D-Lighting
Without D-Lighting
Face-priority AF
Both of these cameras even look great too — with
the E7900 to be available in both black and silver
and the E5900 to be available in silver and blue
(Availability of body colors may differ by country or area) .
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FEATURED PRODUCT - COOLPIX 7600
FEATURED PRODUCT - COOLPIX 7600
The COOLPIX 7600 is also surprisingly simple to
operate. Compact dimensions and a well-designed
grip make it feel extremely comfortable in the
hand. It also features a new Graphic User Interface
(GUI) too, which enables the user to select functions
by name or by icon according to their tastes.
What’s more, the COOLPIX 7600 also features a
useful HELP button. Located conveniently on the
back of the camera, the HELP button provides an
explanation for functions on the main menu, so
there’s no need to worry if you haven’t had time
to read the manual! The COOLPIX 7600 is also
more easy to use for people around the world, as
the menu can be displayed in a total of 12
languages on the large, bright 1.8-inch, 85,000dot LCD that is also ideal for both composing shots
and viewing the results. The COOLPIX 7600 has
even been designed to be more energy efficient
— enabling the user to take up to 100 images
when using two AA-size alkaline batteries.
AVAILABILITY & PRICING
TBA
A 7.1 effective megapixel digital camera with a 3x optical Zoom-Nikkor
ED lens and functions that correct images in camera!
Tokyo — Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce
the introduction of the COOLPIX 7600. An easy-tooperate digital compact that combines 7.1 effective
megapixel clarity with functions that improve images
in-camera, the COOLPIX 7600 enables users to feel
more confident about taking pictures.
7.1 effective megapixel performance gives the user
a head start in producing pleasing results, delivering
a resolution significantly higher than most other entrylevel digital cameras. Furthermore, the 3x optical
Zoom-Nikkor ED lens equivalent to a 38-114mm lens
in 35mm format enables Macro shooting as close as
4cm (1.6 inches), while its ED glass element leads to
superior sharpness and optimal color correction.
Such factors are a great advantage on their own,
however the user can improve on such quality even
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further still, with a selection of innovative Nikon
functions. Nikon’s exclusive D-Lighting function is
available in Playback mode for use on images with
excessive backlight or insufficient flash. At the touch
of a button, D-Lighting keeps bright areas bright,
while automatically adding light and detail to the
darker parts. Face-priority AF is another key advantage
of the COOLPIX 7600. Available in Portrait mode,
this clever capability has the power to automatically
find and focus on people’s faces to ensure sharpness
exactly where it is needed. There’s also In-Camera
Red-Eye Fix — a function that can detect the annoying
red eye effect sometimes caused by flash and correct
it in-camera to leave you with pleasing night portraits.
And last, but definitely not least, there’s Blur Warning
too, which alerts the user whenever a shot is
compromised by camera shake, allowing another
shot to be taken before leaving the scene.
Like all other cameras in the popular COOLPIX
lineup, the COOLPIX 7600 features a selection of
handy Scene Modes that make operation even
easier still. All the user has to do is select the
Scene Mode that most closely matches the subject,
such as Sunset or Portrait — the COOLPIX 7600
then takes care of selecting the optimal settings
for the best results. Four of the Scene Modes
feature the additional advantage of Scene Assist
too, which makes it easier for virtually anyone to
achieve more appealing composition. And new
to the COOLPIX 7600, there’s also a BSS copy
function available in Copy mode, which
automatically activates the BSS function to achieve
the best possible results.
As well as taking great still images, the COOLPIX
7600 offers movie shooting capability too. The
user can choose from a selection of five movie
shooting modes, two of which can shoot movies
at a smooth 30fps. Furthermore, the COOLPIX
7600 features Nikon’s new Electronic VR (Vibration
Reduction) function, which can be activated during
movie shooting to achieve more stable results
Scene Mode - Fireworks
when it is difficult to keep the camera steady. The
COOLPIX 7600 can also be easily connected to
a TV too, making it easy to enjoy the results with
friends and family.
A choice of five Color Options allows the user to
be a little more creative with their picture taking,
enabling them to select one before shooting to
change the mood of an image by making it sepia
or shooting in cyanotype, for example. The
COOLPIX 7600 is also compatible with SD Cards,
which are widely available and can store a large
number of high-quality images. The COOLPIX
7600 additionally has approximately 14MB of
internal memory too, enabling images to be
recorded even when the user is not carrying any
additional media.
Whenever the user wants to make a printout, the
COOLPIX 7600 makes that easy too. PictBridge
compatibility makes it possible to print directly to
a compatible printer without the need for a
computer. The COOLPIX 7600 also offers the
added convenience of being able to select different
print sizes actually on the camera. And like all
other cameras in the COOLPIX lineup, the COOLPIX
7600 comes complete with Nikon’s proprietary
PictureProject software that offers a wide range
of versatile functions and is extremely user friendly.
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DIGITAL SCOPE
FEATURED PRODUCT - COOLPIX 4600/5600
COOLPIX 4600
S$449
COOLPIX 5600
S$549
Two easy-to-use compact digital cameras that make shooting more fun
and convenient, and even let the user improve recorded shots in-camera!
Tokyo — Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce
the introduction of the COOLPIX 5600 and COOLPIX
4600 — two fun new digital compact cameras that
offer impressive image quality and even allow shots
to be improved automatically in-camera. The
COOLPIX 5600/4600 are also surprisingly simple
to use, making them ideal not only for beginners of
all ages, but also for those who’ve never been
interested in digital photography before.
With a comfortable grip, the COOLPIX 5600/4600
make the user feel at ease and ready to shoot right
away. There’s also a range of features that enable
beginners to start producing pleasing shots with
confidence. A newly designed Graphic User Interface
(GUI) allows the user to select functions by either
name or icon. A handy “Help” button explains each
function. Furthermore, both cameras can also display
the menu in a choice of 11 languages. Both the
COOLPIX 5600 and the COOLPIX 4600 also feature
a large, bright 1.8-inch LCD monitor that makes it
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easy to compose shots and a cinch to view the results
at any time. And making operation even more
convenient still, both cameras have been designed
to consume significantly less power — enabling the
user to shoot almost twice as many shots with alkaline
batteries, for example, in comparison with other
entry level Nikon digital cameras.*
The advantage of 5.1 and 4.0 effective megapixels
enable the COOLPIX 5600 and COOLPIX 4600
respectively to deliver image quality exceeding that
of most entry level digital compact cameras. They
also feature the advantage of a 3x optical NikkorZoom lens too — combining the freedom to compose
in different ways with high-quality and reliability,
and also supporting macro shooting from as close
as 4cm (1.6 inches).
Furthermore, not only do the COOLPIX 5600/4600
allow the user to achieve truly pleasing quality with
minimal preparation, they also stand apart from
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DIGITAL SCOPE
FEATURED PRODUCT - COOLPIX 4600/5600
other cameras in their class with the handy ability
to automatically improve the quality of recorded
shots with the touch of a button. Nikon’s exclusive
D-Lighting function, for example, can be selected in
Playback mode — automatically compensating for
insufficient flash or excessive back lighting in order
to obtain balanced exposure throughout the frame.
Nikon’s proprietary Advanced Red-eye Reduction,
on the other hand, has the ability to automatically
detect and correct red eyes in-camera in most
situations. Both cameras are additionally equipped
with Blur Warning, which alerts the user when a
shot is compromised by camera shake, allowing
another shot to be taken before leaving the scene.
surprisingly compact dimensions. They are also
lightweight and easy to carry too, making them even
more attractive to the day-to-day user. To make
operation even easier still, the COOLPIX 5600 and
COOLPIX 4600 also feature the same handy Scene
Modes that have made the COOLPIX lineup such a
success and four of them also feature Scene
Assistance, enabling virtually anyone to achieve
better composition. Scene Modes are so incredibly
easy to use — simply select the mode that most
closely fits the subject, such as Sunset or Portrait,
then leave the camera to select the appropriate
settings automatically.
The COOLPIX 5600/4600 also feature an entirely
new Scene mode, “Underwater”, which produces
more satisfying, true-to-life colors when using the
optional WP-CP3 waterproof case to shoot scenes
while snorkeling or scuba diving. This exciting new
addition increases the choice of handy Scene Modes
to 16!
Designed with a new high-density structure, the
COOLPIX 5600/4600 have been created with
For those fun
loving user,
Coolpix 4600
also comes ...
... in Pink and
Blue.
WP-CP3 Waterproof Case
SPECIFICATION AT A GLANCE
Resolution
COOLPIX 4600
COOLPIX 5600
4 Megapixels
5.1 Megapixels
3x Optical Zoom, 4 x Digital Zoom
Zoom
AF Assist Illuminator
No
Movie Mode
Yes
16
Scene Modes
Unlimited without Audio
Unlimited with Audio
Built in Memory
14MB
Memory Media
SD CARD
PictBridge Compatibility
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YES
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YOUR ESSENTIAL TRAVEL TIPS
NEW RELEASES - F-S VR LENS
CAPTURE HAPPY M0MENTS
WITH NIKON
PHOTO: TAY KAR WOOI - COOLPIX 885
There are probably no other better ways to share
the joy and laughter on print and emails with others
except via the trusty Nikon cameras. Coupled with
one of the finest optics and advanced technology,
the cameras hardly fail to deliver. You may probably
be preparing for your long vacation come the June
school vacations and wondering where to go or
what to bring along. But one thing you should not
forget to bring along is definitely your Nikon
companion, be it the film SLR, Coolpix or the DSLR.
One can hardly forget those fleeting moments where
you spend some of your happiest moments with your
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family, loved ones and friends in some of the most
beautiful places on earth. It will be a shame if they
are not captured to be remembered in time to come.
This may also be the time to check the equipment to
bring along for your holiday trip and whether if you
would like to upgrade to the newer Nikon models
or purchase new lenses.
At the same time, we would like to share with you
some photography tips to help you geared towards
to the holiday shooting mood and capture those
happy moments.
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YOUR ESSENTIAL TRAVEL TIPS
YOUR ESSENTIAL TRAVEL TIPS
PHOTO: JERRY LAM YAN YU - COOLPIX 5700
BE PREPARED
It is essential to be well prepared for all trips. One
thing which you should not be stingy on is the extra
batteries. It is always good to have one or two extra
sets of batteries in your bag at all times just in case
your batteries go flat in a time where you are about
to take one of the most memorable moments.
Besides the batteries, you should have ample memory
cards. If you are a serious shutter bug, you should
not expect a 256MB card to last you on a one week
trip if you expect good quality JPEG images. You
may consider if you would like to bring along an
image tank or a laptop to download your images.
Another thing to look out for is the power supply in
the hotels you are going to stay in. This is very crucial
especially for digital users as this is the means to
have your batteries charged at the end of the day.
If you are a film user, you may like to check on the
weather condition and decide what film to bring
along. If it is a wet season, you should consider
bringing higher ASA rating film along to achieve a
faster shutter speed to minimize camera shake. ASA
400 is ideal in this case. Nonetheless, it is always
good to have a few rolls of fast films on the ready.
Probably the worst scenario you can face is you
have a chance to take a photograph with your
darling with a splendid sunset setting, but the chance
is ruined either by a flat battery running out of
memory space or film.
KNOW THE PLACE & YOUR PROGRAM
Regardless whether you are traveling with a travel
agency or on your own, it is always good to do
some reading on your holiday destination and your
planned itinerary. Certainly, you need not go to the
extent of uncovering the thousand year old history
of that place or where to find that hidden treasure
in some caves. You should at least know where are
the hotspots you will be going to and be mentally
prepared. This will help you get prepared for your
shooting. Of course, it will be good once in a while
if there are some unexpected surprises to add some
excitement. For the SLR or DSLR users, you should
plan what additional lenses to bring along, and for
Coolpix users, you may like to consider if you require
that super wide or tele adaptor for your lenses.
GETTING THAT GOOD SHOT
It is sometimes possible for amateurs with little
knowledge on the fundamentals of photography to
capture great shots probably out of luck. It is good
to read up a bit on the basics of photography like
what is aperture, shutter speed, ASA rating,
composition rules and the list goes on. You may
consider picking up a photography class where you
shall learn it better or borrow a book from the library
and learn it on your own. Whichever way is great
as long as it works for you.
With today’s technology and with the right settings,
it is unlikely to get exposure problem with the highly
advanced Program or Custom modes. What you
have to take note of is the camera shake issue, which
is one of the most common problem. One golden
rule to minimize camera shake is if you are shooting
handheld, your shutter speed should be at least
1/focal length, which is your “zoom”.
Say, if you zoom your lens to 100mm, you may like
to check if your shutter speed is at least 1/90. By
the way, when we mean 1/90 for the shutter speed,
PHOTO: LIM CHENG KEE - D70
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FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER - STEVEN YEE
it will appear as 90 on the LCD screen. The number
with a “f” beside it is the aperture. If the shutter
speed appears as 1”, it means one second for the
shutter speed. Hence, for the benefit of the beginners,
if you see settings like 60 f3.5 on your LCD screen,
it means shutter speed of 1/60 with aperture f3.5.
If you want to freeze those moments, the faster the
shutter speed, the more ideal. And if you are shooting
handheld, the golden rule is to check if the shutter
speed is 1/focal length. If it is not, set to a higher
ASA rating for digital users and for film users, you
may consider changing film.
You may ask how to ensure getting that fast shutter
speed. One of the better ways with Program mode
is the use of higher ASA rating to achieve it. You
have little choice as the Program mode is designed
to enable you to get a faster shutter speed most of
the time with a big aperture most of the time. Hence,
for once, you may like to set aside all those technical
jargons, use the Program mode happily with this
workflow.
PHOTO: JLIM CHENG KEE - D70
YOUR ESSENTIAL TRAVEL TIPS
OK, GO FOR IT
PHOTO: BRENDA ANG
The above should provide you with sufficient survival
tips to have an enjoyable holiday photography
session. In the meantime, plan your holidays with
your loved ones and do some reading on the place
you are going, and of course, read a little on the
fundamentals of photography. You may also explore
the idea of getting another camera for your loved
ones or family so that you can shoot together. Enjoy
shooting.
PHOTO: CHRIS SEAH - F80
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PLUG-INS FOR PICTUREPROJECT
PLUG-INS FOR PICTUREPROJECT
THREE OPTIONAL
PLUG-INS FOR
PICTUREPROJECT
1. PictureProject COOLPIX
Remote Control
2. nik Color Efex Pro 2.0
Express Edition
3. PictureProject DVD Show
Three new optional PictureProject Plug-ins expand Nikon PictureProject
software capability for even greater shooting, editing and sharing options
when using Nikon digital cameras
TOKYO – Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce
the introduction of three optional Plug-ins for
expanded functionality. Nikon’s exclusive
PictureProject software is bundled with every Nikon
digital camera and Nikon Capture software is
purchased separately. PictureProject COOLPIX Remote
Control Plug-in enables users to operate the COOLPIX
8400 and COOLPIX 8800 cameras remotely from
a computer.
The nik Color Efex Pro 2.0 Express Edition, compatible
with Nikon’s PictureProject and Capture software
provides users a host of highly creative visual effects.
PictureProject DVD Show allows automatic creation
of advanced videos made from still images and
movie clips that are combined with music and special
effects, then saved on a recordable CD or DVD.
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filters can be applied to the same picture for wide
ranging and creative effects. With PictureProject’s
undo option you can apply, remove and reapply
filters as you work to achieve your imaging objective,
and the undo feature lets you make changes at any
time, before and after saving the image.
*1. nik Color Efex Pro 2.0 Express Edition is a
product of nik multimedia, Inc.
Included filters
with real-time preview monitoring on your computer,
which improves workflow efficiency.
Major features of PictureProject COOLPIX
Remote Control
• Shutter release operation
• Picture quality and image size setting
• AF mode setting
• Flash mode setting
• Zoom operation
• Automatic saving of new photos to a selected
collection
• Camera battery level display
• Free disk space display (when saving to the
computer's hard disk drive)
PictureProject COOLPIX Remote Control
Remote camera control, a function also incorporated
in Nikon Capture 4 software to remotely control the
popular D70 and other Nikon digital SLR models,
has earned wide acclaim among professionals for
its advanced and convenient remote control operation.
The Coolpix Remote Control allows the user to connect
a Coolpix 8400 or Coolpix 8800 via the USB Cable
to a workstation. Once connected, user will be able
to use the Picture Project Coolpix Remote Control to
change various camera settings as well as controlling
the camera to take a snap shot. With Picture Project
Coolpix Remote Control, there is no requirement for
a memory card to be insert into the camera. Images
captured will be directly transfer to the workstation.
Picture Project Coolpix Remote Control is equipped
nik Color Efex Pro 2.0 Express Edition
nik Color Efex Pro 2.0 Express Edition is a set of
fifteen plug-in filters that add a selection of very
creative effects to images that are managed within
PictureProject 1.1 and Nikon Capture 4 (Ver. 4.1
and later), making enhancing and transforming
images more exciting. nik Color Efex Pro 2.0 Express
Edition makes it possible to perform advanced image
processing that is professional-quality, adding a
level of artistic potential. Some of the fifteen filters
included with nik Color Efex Pro 2.0 Express Edition
are 'Old Photo: Black and White', which emulates
old-fashioned black and white photographic styles,
'Graduated Orange', which adds a gradient of
orange for simulating impactful sunsets, and 'Midnight
Blue', which applies a cinematic day-for-night effectby
introducing a blue cast to the image. Multiple
Brilliance / Warmth, Burnt Sienna, Contrast Only,
Graduated Blue, Graduated Orange, Graduated
Olive, Midnight Blue, Monday Morning Violet, Old
Photo: Black and White, Old Photo: Color, Photo
Styler: Cool Ice, Remove Color Cast, Sunshine,
Skylight Filter, Solarization: Colo
PictureProject DVD Show
PictureProject DVD Show is a plug-in that makes
slide show creation and playback more fun by
automating the process of editing movie clips and
still images, and you can add special effects and
music to create advanced-looking video shows that
can be saved on DVD video format or Video CD
format for sharing with friends, family or clients.
Even difficult operations can be performed at the
click of a single button, with the selection of twentyfour different styles automatically handling the
necessary editing. The software even automatically
recognizes human figures in the pictures or movie
clips to distinguish relevant contents to create a new
sequence of images in a selected style. Transition of
images is also automatically timed to synchronize
with the rhythm of the selected music track.
Some of the twenty-four different styles from which
you can choose include 'Fifties TV', which recreates
the grainy black & white look of the early days of
television, 'Classic Sepia', which adds a sepia tone
reminiscent of that seen in early films, 'Valentine',
which adds heart-shaped transitions, or 'Detective',
which features a sleuth-inspired mystery theme. The
completed video productions can be saved to CD or
DVD media, shared with friends or family, and easily
played back on compatible DVD players.
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FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER - JIMMY LAM
FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER - JIMMY LAM
PORTFOLIO : JIMMY LAM
Jimmy Lam is known for his documentary work on
the tradition, culture and people of Asia. He has
travelled to many places in Asia, including China,
Tibet, Vietnam, Thailand, Burma, Laos, Cambodia,
India, Pakistan, East Timor, Malaysia and Indonesia. He has been published internationally, including a
recent monograph on Greater Tibet (Marshall
Cavendish, 2005). This book focuses on a region in
China, that is little known and often mistaken by
people.
Lam has been photographing for the past twelve
years. He studied at the International Center of
Photography in New York, and some of his instructors
included renowned photographers such as Sam Abell,
Ed Kashi, Mary Ellen-Mark, Dennix Cox, and Harvey
Stein, and photo-editors in New York. He continued
to stay in touch with several of them, and they have
continued to be his mentors since.
He concentrates all his effort in building complete
and compelling bodies of work. While single images
need to be strong, he feels that what is even more
vital is that the images should come together as a
cohesive story. He has complete bodies of work on
South-West China (vanishing moments), Western
China (culture of six different ethnic groups), Passage
through Vietnam, Pakistan, East Timor (a society in
transition), the widows of India, and Greater Tibet.
On his trip, he carries with him two F5s, one F100,
17-35 mm, 80-200 mm, 55mm, 85mm lenses and
Nikon SB flash system.
His works on Greater Tibet will be exhibited at the
Photographers' Gallery at MITA building, Singapore
during the Arts Festival in June and if should you wish
to reach him, he can be contacted at:
jimmylamkl@msn.com
[ Young Miao Girl Dancing ] ~ This image captures a passing moment of a Miao girl dancing during their New Year celebrations.
Book Project: "South-west China - Vanishing Culture"
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[ Young Hui groom ] ~ This is a Hui groom, and it shows the "Chineseness" and the "Muslimness" of the Hui people.
Book Project: "Western China - Last Frontier"
[ A major, but little-known Tibetan Bon ceremony in Aba in Sichuan ]
Book Project: "Greater Tibet- Where Earth touches the Heavens" book by Marshall Cavendish.
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FOCUS PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST
FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER - JIMMY LAM
[A Bazaar In Peshawar ] ~ Book Project: "Journey through Pakistan" [ Young Boys ] ~ Book project: "East Timor - A society in Transition"
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PHOTO CONTEST WINNER
FOCUS PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST
THE WINNING ENTRY OF FOCUS
PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST - FESTIVE SEASON
FOCUS PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST
Send in your best ‘SPORT IN
ACTION’ shot and WIN a
Nikon Coolpix 5900
Digital Camera worth
S$699 plus a chance to have
PHOTO: SCOTT WOODWARD
your work featured in our
next issue. Contest is open to
all Nikon users.
To participate, fill in the form and attach it with your entry
FOCUS PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST - SPORT IN ACTION
Name:
Age:
Address:
Contact No. (HP):
Male
Female
Contact No. (O):
Title:
CHRISTMAS SEASON
WINNER
LIEW TONG LENG
Photo Taken by
(Model
& Setting/Mode)
Nikon D2H
AF Nikkor 10-5mm Fisheye Lens
1/30 secs, f/2.8 with SB-800
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Email:
Title of Photo:
Photo Taken by (Model & Setting/Mode):
Closing Date:
15 June 2005
Send entry to:
FOCUS PHOTOGRAPHY
CONTEST - SPORT IN
ACTION
Nikon Singapore Pte Ltd
11 Chang Charn Road
#02-01 Shriro House
Singapore 159640
TERMS & CONDITIONS
• Eligibility – Open to all Nikon users residing in Singapore except Nikon staff; photo must be taken by Nikon camera only • Each photographer
is only allowed one entry with one photo • Only prints in 8X10 size will be accepted or send to focuspc@nikon-asia.com. For more information,
please visit: www.nikon.com.sg/focus • Print submitted are not returnable • Nikon will not be held for entries lost or damaged Nikon reserves the
rights to use any photograph entered for publicity and other purposes related to the contest • The entries will be judged on their relevance to the
theme, creativity and overall technical quality • The winner will be notified by post and his/her name will be published in the next issue of FOCUS
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CLUBSNAP
CLUBSNAP
NIKON PORTRAITURE OUTING
19 MARCH 2005 • CHINESE GARDEN
A sponsored outing at Chinese Garden gave
Clubsnap members a chance to experience a
portraiture shoot. With equipments, transport and
meals provided, the participants were roaring to go.
Packed with equipments that Nikon had loaned out,
together with 3 attractive models, they shot to their
hearts’ content. This outing not only allowed them
to test out Nikon equipments including the latest
D2X, it’s was also a good opportunity to meet up
with each other and exchange tips on photography.
After a fruitful morning of shooting, they gathered
at a function room for some light refreshments. The
second half of the day was discussion on Postprocessing using Nikon Capture 4, Color Profiling
and Digital Image editing.
Participants had a chance to show off their talent as
they submitted their images for the contest allocated.
Comments and critics were given, while the judges
selected the top 10 winning shots.
The following mentioned are some winning shots
and their comments extracted from Clubsnap forum.
Venom81
Member
Join Date: Nov 2004
Posts: 1,429
ParkertR
Member
Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: Yio Chu Kang
Posts: 1,508
“Nice pics guys. Looks like only Nikon got such outing. Maybe I should
change sides.”
“Looks like all of you had a fruitful outing! thumbs up to the organizers
and helpers for the event! wasn't there but can tell from all the posts
around that you guys had fun! great shots too! Congratulations to those
who won!!”
PHOTO: Somdeth Souvanlasy (gooseberry)
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Q & A CONTEST
CLUBSNAP
WIN
NIKON LITE•TOUCH
ZOOM 150ED QD
worth $299
Questions:
???
Q1. The S1 can take up to how many images
with an EN-EL8 Rechargeable Battery?
1) 100
2) 150
3) 200
4) 250
Photo: Jason (gymrat76)
Photo: Nicole (nicZnap)
Q2. Coolpix 5600 & 4600 are using which
waterproof case?
Photo: Kelvin (Kfeng)
1)
2)
3)
4)
Prize sponsored by:
Spraylord
Member
Join Date: Mar 2004
Location: Woodyland
Posts: 204
“A real great event! first one I've ever attended in clubsnap. All the people here
are friendly and helpful in every single way. For all the other new nikon users
especially new ones, do try to attend the events organised by NUG/Clubsnap/Nikon,
will never regret as there is always something new to learn from the other members.
Thank you for the organisers and the participants, you can buy buy buy prime
lenses and also the D2X, but no amount of money could buy the knowledge and
experiences you'll get from these guys here.”
Simply send this completed coupon with your answers to:
FOCUS Q & A Contest,
Nikon Singapore Pte Ltd
11 Chang Charn Road, #02-01, Shriro House,
Singapore 159640 by 15 June 2005
ANSWER:
Q1.
Q2.
NAME:
NRIC:
Q3.
Q4.
WP-CP1
WP-CP2
WP-CP3
WP-CP4
Q3. What is the LCD size of Coolpix 5900 &
7900?
1) 1.5”
2) 2”
3) 2.5”
4) 3”
Q4. Which Nikon camera has a 7.1 effective
megapixel with 3x optical zoom and
functions that correct images in camera?
1) Coolpix 4600
2) Coolpix S1
3) Coolpix 5600 & 5900
4) Coolpix 7600 & 7900
ADDRESS:
WINNER OF FOCUS 6 TH ISSUE Q&A
CONTEST
TELEPHONE (HP/O/R):
EMAIL:
Photo: Zainal (spraylord)
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Photo: Adrian (nikonsiao)
Photo: Ku Wei Chee (eason)
Name : Ms Amy Tan
NRIC : S0956697Z
ANSWER:
Q1: 4
Q2: 2
Q3: 1
Q4: 2
TERMS & CONDITIONS:
• This contest is opened to all readers except employees of Nikon Singapore Pte Ltd • Prize must be taken as provided and is neither
transferable nor exchange for cash • Winner will be notified by post.
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EVENTS
EVENTS
NIKON CNY ‘LO HEI’ DINNER
17 FEBRUARY 2005 - THE ORIENTAL SINGAPORE
Nikon ushered in the year of Rooster
with a ‘Lo Hei’ dinner for all our
authorized dealers and business
partners with hopes of a healthier
economy and a more prosperous year.
Also, it was to show our appreciation
to them for the immense support that
we have received for the past year.
Our guests were entertained with
beautiful music and songs from the live
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band while enjoying the 9 course
sumptuous dinner we have arranged.
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EVENTS
D2X
EVENTS
PRODUCT LAUNCH
24 FEBRUARY 2005 • HDB HUB, THE AUDITORIUM
The long awaited 12 megapixels Digital SLR D2X was launched at HDB Hub with 300 invitees
from the press, authorized dealers, business associates, NPS members and Clubsnap members.
The launch was greeted with a lovely tune from the ‘Gu Zheng’ player, Xu Hui, engaged
specially for this event from Singapore Chinese Orchestra. Thereafter, our MD, Mr. Yasuyuki
Otsuka, gave the opening speech, followed with an introduction of the D2X technical
specifications by our Technical Executive, Max Sim.
It’s our pleasure to have John Cosgrove, Editor of Photoi touched on the topic, Speed, Trust
and Familiarity while Daren Soh, a freelance professional photographer covered the subject
on Versatility and Dynamic Range.
The presentation ended with a live demonstration by John Cosgrove as well as letting the
public have a feel of the powerful gadget.
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EVENTS
EVENTS
IT SHOW 2005
10 – 13 MARCH 2005 • SICEC
A dramatic increase in the number of visitors
in this year’s IT Show, estimated at 560,000
visitors as compared to last year of 450,000,
marks as one of the largest Digital, IT and
Consumer Electronics Exhibition.
Topping our sales chart was our ever-capable
D70 Digital SLR again. This model has been
our best seller for all our past shows ever since
its launch a year ago and it is still going strong.
Followed closely behind were our newly
launched Coolpix 4600 and Coolpix 5600,they
too were all snapped up throughout the 4 days
event.
This exhibition was deemed as our best show
so far with the highest sales turnover as it was
made possible through the cooperation of our
staff, promoters and most importantly our
appointed reseller, Lord’s Camera & Watches.
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COMING EVENTS/CONTACTS
EVENTS
EXHIBITION 2005
MAR
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Venue
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NIKON ROADSHOW
Alan Photo Trading
27 - 29 May 2005
Funan IT Mall
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COMEX 2005
IT Exhibition
1 - 4 September 2005
SICEC
PHOTO: DAREN TAN
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AUTHORIZED DEALERS:
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[ Centrepoint ]: Max Photo 6733 3848. [ Far East Plaza ]: Ngen Seng 6734 9342. [ Holland Village ]: Parisilk 6466 6155. [ Junction 8 ]: Standard Photo
6353 5071. [ Lucky Plaza ]: Aik Seng Photo 6734 5771 • Apo Foto 6235 2686 • Ishida Marketing 6734 7679 • Lord’s Camera 6235 4605.
[ Marina Square ]: Cathay Photo 6339 6188. [ Mustafa Centre ]: Mohamed Mustafa & Samsuddin 6295 5855. [ Pagoda Street ]: Max Photo 6226 7226.
[ Peninsula Plaza ]: Cathay Photo 6337 4274 • De-Luxe 6334 2589. [ Peninsula Shopping Complex ]: Ishida Marketing 6338 4656. [ People’s Park Complex ]:
Tan Union 6534 1918. [ Raffles City ]: Boon Hi-Tech Superstore 6339 3421. [ Sembawang ]: Parisilk 6452 1593. [ Shaw Towers ]: T K Foto 6292 8167.
[ Sim Lim Square ]: Alan Photo 6337 7245 • Dynasty Audio 63398280 • Nobel Photo 6883 0271 • Song Brothers 6336 8001. [ Changi Airport T1 ]: Boon
& Co 6542 5043 • Dufry Singapore 6542 4996. [ Changi Airport T2 ]: Boon & Co 6545 1852. [ Suntec City Mall ]: Boon Hi-Tech Superstore 6336 5221.
[ Tanglin Shopping Centre ]: Gope’s Foto 6737 2633. [ Wisma Atria ]: Standard Photo 6235 0930. [ Yishun ]: M.S. Colour Service 6758 0538.
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