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Latest News

Broncolor Para 88 / Jokerbug 800W Kit

We all love the K5600 800w Jokerbug, it's such a versatile fixture. In addition to the standard PAR reflector, the Jokerbug comes with a set of 4 lenses to further modulate the light. Other options are attaching a Chimera (SoftBox) or the Bug-A-Beam adapter utilising the ETC Source-4 (projection beam with cutters and Gobo holder).

Behind & Through the Lens: Sony PXW-FX9 Camera

Sony have unveiled their latest handheld camcorder for professionals, the PXW-FX9.

SUN Exposure Awards & Client Evening

In honour of 31 years in the photographic industry, Shot Up North's Exposure Awards took place last week and celebrated beautiful images produced by professional photographers from northern UK.