Canon has trained Nigerian professional photographers and makeup artists on usage of a mirrorless camera on their profession.
Canon Central and North Africa (CCNA), held the training for over 150 professionals at a one-day workshop in Lagos.
The imaging solution company has launched EOS M-100 mirrorless interchangeable lens camera into the Nigerian market and participants at the workshop were educated on the new range, easy-to-use, yet powerful camera.
According to the Marketing Director B2C, Canon Central and North Africa (CCNA), Somesh Adukia, said. The EOS M100 camera is adaptable for users of any level — from beginners to professionals who simply wants to take their images or video to the next level in the world of photography.
“We are committed to the development of the photography and imaging scene in Nigeria. And to further give our consumers unique experience in this growing market, we are launching another distinctive product.
“The launch of the EOS M100 helps us further amplify our message of #LiveForTheStory as consumers now have access to a device that is easy to use for beginners, mid-level and professional photographers who are aiming to tell stories using everyday imagery,” she explained.
As gathered the unique features of EOS M100 will help users capture life’s special moments in vibrant, beautiful colours and detail with its compact and easy-to-use interchangeable lens.
The functions include:
- Video Mode: Record Full HD 1080/60p video or picturesque time-lapse movies with the push of a button or use Hybrid Auto to pull still frames form HD video recording
- Continuous Shooting: Don’t miss a moment with up to 4 frames-per-second (fps) continuous shooting; up to 6.1 with fixed AF
- ISO Range: 100-25,600 ISO range helps capture sharp images, even in low light
- In-Camera RAW Conversion: Allows users to experiment with RAW photography and experiment with various in-camera expressions
- Self-Portrait Mode: Using the 180-degree tilt of the LCD screen, take beautiful selfies and adjust brightness, focus and Smooth Skin functions with ease
- HDR Backlight Control: Shoot three images with different exposures to help naturally correct scenes that are backlit or show differences in contrast
- Bulb exposure: Continue shooting after the shutter button is released for light painting or capturing fireworks
- Creative Filters: To add a personal touch, choose from a variety of creative filter options like Grainy Film, Art Bold, Fish-eye Effect and more
Reports have shown that the Nigerian beauty and makeup scene is filled with budding and enterprising individuals who yearn to find a compactible and seamless device to capture the special moments of their expertise and clients service delivery. It has also been established that makeup and photography go hand in hand in the industry
Stakeholders from photography, beauty, and fashion and lifestyle industry present at the workshop were taking through Canon developed modules for professionals in the industry using the M100 mirrorless camera.
