NIKON Malaysia Sdn Bhd organised a three-day-two-night Media Retreat at the Pangkor Island Beach Resort from Nov 17 to 19.
A total of 30 press members comprising of photographers and journalists from various newspapers, magazines and one TV network participated in the retreat.
At the retreat, Nikon introduced its latest Nikon 1 light-weight autofocus camera for photographers and journalists to get hands on experience at photographing models, marine wildlife and other beautiful photos on the sandy beaches of Pangkor.
Group photo: The team take time to strike a pose. The journalists participated in various planned competitions using the Nikon 1, taking pictures on the round island cruise, shooting the various lifestyles of Pangkor island residents and participating in an underwater snorkelling photo shoot contest.
Nikon’s general manager of consumer products marketing, David Ng said the Nikon 1 brings together the quality of imaging expression SLR cameras offer in a portable, lightweight similar to compact cameras.
“We are targeting users of compact cameras who want better picture quality in an easy, lightweight camera as it offers a total new experience and value for money in a market with its ultra high speed autofocus and image processing. This includes movie capability with a new sensor and super image processing engine Expeed 3.”
In focus: Participants using the Nikon 1 to capture images of a model. Ng added: “This media retreat was a great opportunity for Nikon personnel to mingle and get to know the media and guide them how to get some great shots using the various Nikon 1 range cameras. It was also a good opportunity to get feedback from the media on the features of the camera.”
There were also activities like a video/movie contest to boost the competitive spirit among the participants and a sunset cruise where photographers got a chance to take pictures in the twilight.
They were also briefed on the latest techniques used in photography by award winning photographer, Khaled Redza.
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