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Heavy-duty cover
ALL-SEASON PROTECTION
In Sweden they say that there is no bad
weather, only bad clothing. The same
is true of the cover you get for your
EOS camera. That makes this all-season
performer our best buy. It’s fully waterproof
and has an insulating layer that resists
the cold to maximise battery life. It also
muffles camera noises, minimising sounds
that may startle your subject. The practical
design features an armsleeve on the left
side for you to hold the camera, while
Velcro fasteners allow easy access to the
controls or tripod.
The integral lens sleeve is
approximately 10cm long and features a
drawcord at the end for a snug fit around
a variety of lenses. For longer lenses (up
to 40cm long) an extension sleeve can be
unfolded out of its storage pocket. Weighs
around 135g.
for all EOS cameras REF: R016 £22.95
Lightweight cover
READY FOR UNEXPECTED SHOWERS
Don’t get caught short in the rain ever again
with this simple but effective lightweight,
waterproof cover. It is fast and easy to
put over your camera, and folds down to
a minimal size to fit neatly into your bag
or even a coat pocket. The silver cover
is incredibly lightweight at
only 80g, adding very little
extra weight and bulk to
your camera bag. Both sizes
feature an elasticated sleeve
to incorporate the lens which
can be tightened with a
drawcord.
Standard (up to 300mm lens)
£19.95
Large (up to 400mm lens)
£21.95
REF: R555
Seated outdoor hide
PORTABLE AND ROOMY
These Stealth Gear hides are lightweight,
easy to assemble and include a
camping-style chair inside. They are
surprisingly roomy with enough space
for a tripod. The multiple windows can
be unzipped to be completely open
(shown below) or, for partial cover, pull
down the flap and you can see through
the camouflage printed mesh.
The hides come supplied in a handy
carry case with rucksack-style straps and
includes pegs for securing the canopy
to the ground. No tools are required for
set-up and it takes less than two minutes
to assemble or pack away. Available in
two versions with a single or a double
seat. We prefer the two-person version
as it gives us a spare seat to get our
bags off the floor. Weight 5kg (one-
person hide) / 7.7kg (two-person).
One person hide
£109.99
Two person hide
£137.99
REF: R294
Walkstool
REST WHEN PHOTOGRAPHING WILDLIFE
This three-legged stool is comfortable,
compact and lightweight – all important
considerations when choosing a portable
seat for photographing outdoors. The
large rubber feet mean that you won’t sink
immediately into softer ground.
There are two sitting positions – low
with the legs retracted to 37cm and normal
height of 65cm with the legs extended. The
seat is a generous 40cm in size and bears
a load pressure of 250 kg. The stool folds
away to 45cm and is
easy to carry, weighing
only 850g. A carry bag
is included.
The Walkstool can
double as a camera
support, particularly
useful for longer
lenses and when you
don’t have the time to
unpack your tripod.
REF: R967 £77.9 5
Portable padded seat
NO MORE NUMB BUM!
This ‘go anywhere’ seat folds to a compact
size and has straps for carrying around like
a rucksack. The underneath is waterproof
and it folds
in half into a
supplied bag.
Seat size 45
x 45 x 7cm.
Weight 500g.
REF: R743
£37.99
Outdoor
Cameras don’t react well
with water. Although some
EOS models have good
water-resistant properties,
none are waterproof. If
you are an all-weather
photographer, you need
effective protection.
Right angle finder
INVALUABLE FOR LOW-LEVEL WORK
Not every shot you want to take gives you
easy access to the viewfinder. Often for
low-down and close-up shots it is awkward
to see through the viewfinder clearly.
The Seagull right angle finder solves this
problem and allows you to get a clear view
without contorting your head or neck. It
is ideal for low-angle photography, letting
you view the image from above, rather than
having to lie flat on the ground. It is also
the perfect accessory when using a camera
on a copy stand.
The finder allows 1x and 3.25x
magnification for sharper focusing and full
360° rotation, through 30° increments. It
clicks into place at each point so you know
it’s not going to move when you apply
pressure to the eyecup. At 1x magnification
all of the screen data remains legible. The
3.25x magnification is ideal for macro work.
The roof prism construction allows the
image to be seen the right way round. The
optics system comprises nine elements
in eight groups so the image remains
bright and clear. There is a comfortable
rubber eyecup surround and adjustable
±4 dioptric correction ring. Supplied in a
pouch and with small blower brush to keep
the optics dust-free.
Fits all EOS cameras REF: R750 £79.99
Both the lightweight and heavy
duty raincovers on this page
feature a large, clear panel
at the rear for viewing the
camera’s LCD monitor (above).
There is a small hole covered
by a flap so you can access
the viewfinder. The flap can be
secured with Velcro over the
opening when not in use.
Our advice is to fit your
usual eyecup on the outside,
holding the cover in the right
place at all times.
Canon hats
EXCLUSIVE TO EOS MAGAZINE
New for 2014,
we are pleased
to offer an
alternative to
the popular
baseball cap –
a black micro
fleece hat to
keep your ears
warm on your
next day out! This beanie-style hat has a
wide turn-up which bears an embroidered
red Canon logo and is currently available
in two sizes – medium is 30cm; large is
31cm wide.
The baseball cap is a heavy brushed
100% drill cotton, is also black with
embroidered Canon red logo. Fully
adjustable strap with metal buckle.
Structured front panels for good shape.
One size fits all.
Fleece beanie
- M/L
REF: R023
Baseball cap
REF: R942
£5.95 each
Rain poncho
OVERSIZED PONCHO WITH PEG HOLES
This heavy-duty poncho from Stealth
Gear has been revamped and is large
enough to cover you and all your
equipment, even whilst wearing a
backpack. The strong waterproof fabric
includes a rainhood and the edges of
the poncho have eyelets allowing you
to peg it to the ground. Folds down to a
compact size and comes with a carry bag.
A versatile addition to your kit.
Made from PVC coated nylon, 167cm
wide and 106cm long (excludes hood).
REF: R296
£22.95
Double altitude hide
360º VIEWING FROM TWO POSITIONS
Get a better view with this taller hide from
Stealth Gear, which gives you room to
stand and offers viewing positions at two
different heights on all four sides. Seven
of the eight windows feature a camouflage
mesh material which is fully removeable via
Velcro tabs. The eighth window forms part
of the entrance door. All eight windows
can be zipped
closed.
The hide
is made from
heavy-duty
shower-proof
camouflage
fabric and is
finished black
to the inside.
It folds out
automatically
when taken
out of its camo
carry backpack
(supplied). Six
pegs with lines
allow you to
fix the hide to the ground. Dimensions
(HxWxD) 1.73 x 1.27 x 1.27m; weight 3.5kg.
REF: K009
£109.99
Photo insurance
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White lens hoods
GET THE L-SERIES LOOK
Canon chooses to make its large telephoto
lenses with white barrels in order to help keep
the lens barrel cool. The glass elements used
in lenses expand with heat and the expansion
of larger glass elements could affect the outer
housing or even the performance of the lens.
A white surface reflects sunlight, thereby
keeping the lens cooler and within its design
tolerances. However Canon only supplies the
lens hoods in black for its L-series telephoto zooms. That’s why we’ve chosen these white
lens hoods, to complement the finish on the lens itself whilst still performing the essential
function of any lens hood, eliminating lens flare. The interior surface is matt black so that
the lens hood still performs as it should – preventing lens flare and absorbing stray light.
The lens hood screws securely onto the filter mount on the outside rim of the lens and can
be attached in reverse for storage.
LH-74 for EF 70-200 f4L IS USM / EF 70-200mm f4L USM
£19.95
LH-83II for EF 70-200mm f2.8L USM
£17.95
LH-86 for EF 70-200mm f2.8L IS USM
£21.95
LH-87 for EF 70-200mm f2.8L IS II USM
£29.95
LH-73B for EF 70-300mm f4.5-5.6L IS USM
£18.95
LH-83C for EF 100-400mm f4.5-5.6L IS USM
£18.95
LH-83G for EF 28-300mm f3.5-5.6L IS USM
£18.95
REF: K073
Canon lens hoods
HELP PREVENT LENS FLARE
Lens flare spoils many
pictures. Even when
it does not show as a
streak across the image,
it can cause overall loss
of contrast. Lens hoods
protect the front of the
lens from side lighting
from bright sources,
such as the sun.
ES-62AD
REF: A145 £19.99
ET-54
REF: A136 £15.75
ET-60
REF: A141 £15.75
ET-65 III
REF: A348 £19.99
ET-74
REF: A020 £34.99
EW-54 II
REF: A135 £15.75
EW-60C
REF: A037 £15.99
EW-60E
REF: A414 £14.95
EW-63 II
REF: A148 £19.99
EW-63B
REF: A363 £19.99
EW-73B
REF: A307 £49.99
EW-78D
REF: A361 £34.99
More models available online
Camera insurance
Specially arranged all-risk cover for non-
professional photographers. This insurance
provides cover against accidental loss,
damage, destruction or theft for any make
or model of cameras, lenses, flashguns,
photo accessories and associated
equipment (including camcorders,
binoculars, telescopes, audio recorders
and laptops). Premiums start from £50 and
the policy is suitable for anyone who earns
less than half their annual income from
photographic
activities.
Unlike many
other policies
this insurance
cover includes
equipment taken
outside the UK
for up to 60 days
and also includes
theft from a
motor vehicle.
Download the
form online for
full terms and
conditions.
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