Manfrotto Introduces Their First Smartphone Accessory!

Acknowledging the market trend towards smartphones as serious image capture devices, and the huge number of videos and stills taken on the iPhone, Manfrotto, the market leader in photo and video accessories, have taken their first step into making products for those that want great images from their iPhone. KLYP offers a stylish, functional method of attaching supports and additional lights to your phone, allowing you to make images, FaceTime and video capture better and easier. Five KLYP kits KLYP comes in five distinctive kits: as a case alone with two adaptor clips to enable use of your own supports and lights, one with the Manfrotto ML240 LED light for videography, Facetime and photography in low light situations and another one with the ML240 and the Manfrotto Pocket tripod for supporting the case when out and about. The more compact ML120 LED light is also available as an option in place of the ML240 in both options. The KLYP case is made of a rigid polycarbonate with a quality feeling, soft touch coating giving it a silky smooth appearance. The KLYP features a felt inlay to enable smooth fitting of the two parts to the phone without the possibility of damage and it clips together securely. Stylish looks, with the added design input of people who understand supports and lighting, KLYP is optimized to allow the attachment of a tripod and Manfrotto LED light without detracting from its appearance. What makes KLYP unique? By using two cleverly designed removable accessory “clips”, Manfrotto has developed the KLYP case with a patented rail system, which enables the case to remain sleek and have no protrusions to detract from its appearance. The accessory “clips” can be attached to any of four different points around the case to allow landscape and portrait images to be taken with ease, and, in darker conditions, to add a Manfrotto LED light in the optimum position to fill in shadows when shooting stills or video in low light. When using the iPhone’s FaceTime feature, the continuous light can be turned 180 degrees to light the user in a soft pleasing way.
KEY FEATURES • Easy to fit, “always-on” two piece casing offers iPhone protection • Soft felt insert avoids damage when fitting • Silky smooth soft touch coating gives the case a high quality appearance • Designed to have no protruding parts for comfortable carrying • Four points to attach tripods and additional lighting for flexibility and performance • Unique clip and rail system for simple secure fixing	KEY BENEFITS • Designed to allow additional lighting to be fitted for better quality video and stills in low light • Compact size, even with LED light fitted. Can be taken anywhere you would take your phone. Always with you! • The ML240 LED light adds soft light, giving natural skin tones to your videos and stills in low light • The ML120 LED light provides a more portable solution, with lower light output, ideal for FaceTime or Skype conversations
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Manfrotto Distribution U.S. Adds Genus to Its Roster

Manfrotto to Serve as Exclusive U.S. Distributor for Genus Matte Boxes, Shoulder Mounts, Follow Focus and Other Products

RAMSEY, NJ--(Marketwire - July 6, 2010) - Manfrotto Distribution, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of the Vitec Group's Imaging and Staging Division, and leading global distributor of premium photo and video support products and accessories, proudly announces an agreement with Genus Limited, Hong Kong, in which the company will have exclusive distribution rights in the U.S. for Genus. The first product Genus brought to the market was the Genus Matte Box, which set a new benchmark for performance and value. Genus has since expanded its family of products with various bar systems, sunshades, viewfinders and shoulder mounts and will continue to grow in the U.S. leveraging its partnership with Manfrotto Distribution.

With the addition of Genus to the growing number of brands it distributes, Manfrotto Distribution further strengthens the array of support products and accessories for photographers and videographers with solutions for just about any application or environment.

"I am thrilled with this agreement," said Wayne Schulman, video sales and product manager for Manfrotto Distribution, US. "I view this as a strategic partnership between Genus and Manfrotto/Vitec group to provide the videographer and photographer with a complete camera support system of the highest quality while also offering the most value. Genus' current product line, which includes a DSLR/Video shoulder mount, follow focus systems and matte box systems along with other interesting accessories for HD video and DSLR's, is extensive and is a perfect match for Manfrotto Distribution. I am also excited about the future products from Genus which we will have the opportunity to bring to market over the next several months."

For additional information, please visit www.manfrottodistribution.us or www.genustech.tv

About Genus
Genus is a manufacturer of innovative products for the video and photography professional. The Genus range of products are designed and built to exacting standards. Genus products are extensively field tested by video and photography professionals in the most demanding environments. The Genus motto is "Designed by Professionals for Professionals." Genus products are reasonably priced as the aim is to redefine the price point for quality photographic and video products.

About Manfrotto Distribution
Manfrotto Distribution, Inc. is a leading distributor of key accessories brands for the photographic, video, cine and lighting production markets. Manfrotto Distribution is an international company within the Imaging Division of the Vitec Group, which owns the following leading international brands: Manfrotto, Gitzo, Kata, Avenger and Litepanels. National Geographic Bags and Tripods are manufactured and distributed under license. As the US distributor of Metz, Gossen, Elinchrom, Lastolite, Formatt Filters, Rotatrim and Datacolor, which are available nationwide through an extensive network of authorized dealers, Manfrotto Distribution offers the most complete range of exceptional camera and lighting accessories in the business. The Manfrotto Distribution international network covers the USA, Germany, France, Italy, UK, Japan, Hong Kong and China. www.manfrottodistribution.us

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Manfrotto Distribution and Datacolor Host Free Webinar on Monitor Calibration

RAMSEY, NJ--(Marketwire - June 10, 2010) - Manfrotto Distribution and Datacolor are proud to announce a free webinar entitled, "Monitor Calibration Finally Explained!" which will offer tips on how simple it is to calibrate a monitor using Spyder3® products. The free webinar will take place on Wednesday, June 16th from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. EDT.

Datacolor Education Manager, Joshua Fischer, and Manfrotto Distribution Product Manager, Will Holowka, will explain the how-to's and importance of calibrating a computer monitor in order to view images the way they were meant to be viewed. The calibration process will be explained in a basic step-by-step manner showing just how easy it is for creative professionals to achieve color accuracy.

The entire Datacolor Spyder3 monitor calibration line will be discussed throughout the webinar highlighting products designed for photographers of all skill levels from enthusiasts to professionals.

Topics for Discussion Include:
* Monitor calibration step-by-step process
* Color management and control
* Ways that monitor calibration products save time and money

Webinar participants will have access to a number of exclusive advantages, including one-on-one interaction with the guest speakers, and automatic entry in a raffle to win one of the three exclusive prize giveaways. The prizes include a Datacolor Spyder3 Elite valued at $249 and two Spyder Cubes valued at $59 each. Winners will be announced at the end of the webinar, so participants must attend the event in its entirety to be eligible to win. A free recorded version of the webinar will also be available to registered participants within 24 hours of the event. Winners must be US residents and must have a valid e-mail address upon registration.

To register for the webinar and for additional information, please visit https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/371691056

For additional information, please visit www.manfrottodistribution.us

About Datacolor
Datacolor is a global leader in color management solutions and color communication technology. The world's leading brands, manufacturers, creative professionals and consumers have been choosing Datacolor's innovative technology and solutions to consistently achieve the right color for nearly 40 years. A Swiss held company, Datacolor's global presence encompasses a sales, service and support network serving customers in more than 65 countries throughout Europe, the Americas and Asia, along with 13 worldwide operation and production facilities. Industries served include apparel and textile, paint and coatings, automotive, plastics, photography, home theater and others. For more information about Datacolor and its products or services, visit http://www.datacolor.com.

About Manfrotto Distribution
Manfrotto Distribution, Inc. is a leading distributor of key accessories brands for the photographic, video, cine and lighting production markets. Manfrotto Distribution is an international company within the Imaging Division of the Vitec Group, which owns the following leading international brands: Manfrotto, Gitzo, Kata, Avenger, Litepanels, and National Geographic Bags and Tripods which are manufactured and distributed under license. As the US distributor of Metz, Gossen, Elinchrom, Lastolite, Formatt Filters, Rotatrim and Datacolor, which are available nationwide through an extensive network of authorized dealers, Manfrotto Distribution offers the most complete range of exceptional camera and lighting accessories in the business. The Manfrotto Distribution international network covers the USA, Germany, France, Italy, UK and Japan. www.manfrottodistribution.us

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