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Did you know we have an extraordinary event as part of the 2025 Exposure Photography Festival? Come to the beautiful Calgary Central Library for Todd Hido - Photography Collections Talk & Book Signing. That's right! We are featuring the internationally renowned photographer, Todd Hido! One of the most celebrated photographers of our time, Todd Hido will take us through a mesmerizing presentation, showcasing his extensive collection of award-winning, artistic images. If you're unfamiliar with Todd Hido, it's worth noting that he is a major creative influence for Jason Momoa, who even interviewed him on an episode of On the Roam!

My name is Dave and I shoot winter sports. I’ve been to three Winter Olympics and Paralympics as well as countless world cups and world championships. My daily life is at the Canadian Sport Institute Alberta, the training centre for most Olympic and Paralympic winter athletes at some point.

Imagine this: You’re at a South African game reserve, relaxing in your room between safari drives. The glass sliding doors are open just a crack to let in the warm breeze when something catches your eye. You look up, and there it is—a caracal, calmly strolling into your room.

We are excited to announce that Sony has released firmware updates for three of our favourite Sony cameras! Firmware Version 3.00 for the Alpha 1 II, Firmware Version 3.00 for the Alpha 1, and Firmware Version 3.00 for the Alpha 9 III bring varying updates to shooting, movie, and operability functions, plus added compatibility for Sony’s evolving Camera Authenticity Solution.

Prepare yourself to unlock a world of new possibilities with DJI's latest all-in-one drone camera! The DJI Flip is stunningly compact yet boasts exceptional imaging capabilities. Ultra-safe and providing unparalleled freedom, it is designed to elevate your creative endeavours to unprecedented heights. Featuring AI Subject Tracking, an innovative design, and a multitude of features, it's time to flip out for the new DJI Flip! 

Fujifilm is starting 2025 with a bang by offering you the chance to get your hands on some extraordinary new lenses, all while keeping your wallet happy! You can save up to $680 on selected Fujinon GF Lenses from now until March 23rd, 2025. Fujifilm GF lenses are celebrated for their ultra-high resolution, making them ideal for your future photographic endeavours. Drawing from the expertise gained through the development of the XF lenses, GF lenses represent Fujifilm's top-tier technology, combining various advanced features. This Fujinon GF Len sale is your opportunity to acquire new, fantastic Fujinon GF Lenses and elevate your photography game!

If you haven't been tuning into The Nature Photo Guys podcast featuring Joe Desjardins and Chris Gibbs, you absolutely should! These two fantastic friends of The Camera Store delve into a wide array of Nature Photography topics. From discussing the latest gear to exploring their unique photographic philosophies and conducting insightful interviews with fellow creatives, they leave no stone unturned! In their most recent episode, we had the pleasure of helping The Nature Photo Guys host Nikon Ambassador and award-winning wildlife photographer and storyteller Michelle Valberg.