This Thursday, bring in your favorite fireworks photo and we’ll print a free 8½” x 11″ print on a Canon Pixma Pro Printer. We’re confident you’ll love the quality of these amazing printers. Plus, all day we’ll have specials on Canon Pixma Pro Printers in addition to the already great mail-in rebates. Already have a printer? All Canon paper will also be 30% off on Thursday! All day from 10 AM until 9 PM this Thursday, July 16th.
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Upcoming Nikon Classes
July 14th – Nikon Basic
The very basics of Auto mode, followed by how to get out of auto mode. This class focuses largely on scene modes and camera controls for exposure, white balance and focus. Composition and tips on improving photos are the main, non-technical areas that the class covers. This class is good for absolutely anyone with a camera, especially beginners and new DSLR owners. Join Bergen County Camera on Tuesday, July 14th from 7:00 – 9:00 pm. Tickets are $25 per person.
July 15th – Nikon Intermediate
This is an intermediate to advanced level DSLR class that covers many of the topics that one might explore after learning the basics of camera terminology and exposure. Topics covered include flash photography, custom settings, lenses, autofocus settings, metering and more. Join Bergen County Camera on Wednesday, July 15th from 7:00 – 9:00 pm. Tickets are $25 per person.
GoPro Hero 4 Session – Pre-order Now!
Reserve Your GoPro Hero 4 Session Today by calling Bergen County Camera at (201)664-4113!
Smallest, lightest GoPro yet.
50% smaller and 40% lighter than other HERO4 cameras, HERO4 Session is the most wearable and mountable GoPro ever. With a sleek, versatile design, it’s at home anywhere—from the surf to the snow, to hanging with friends.
Ultimate mounting flexibility.
HERO4 Session comes with specially designed mounts and accessories that work seamlessly with other GoPro gear to give you more mounting options than ever.
Low-Profile Frame
The Low-Profile Frame gives HERO4 Session the lowest profile of any GoPro camera.
Standard Frame
Use the Standard Frame with GoPro mounts to create a wide array of ultra compact gear setups.
Ball Joint Buckle
The Ball Joint Buckle gives you the freedom to change things up without having to stop and un-mount the camera.
Professional video quality.
HERO4 Session delivers stunning video quality. Capture high-resolution 1440p30 and 1080p60 video that’s sharp and lifelike. High frame rate 720p100 video enables exceptionally smooth slow-motion playback of your best moments.
Powerful photo capture.
Nail the shot with a variety of photo modes. Capture 8MP single photos, Time Lapse photos at set intervals from 0.5 to 60 seconds, and Burst photos at 10 frames per second. When it comes to versatile photo capture, HERO4 Session’s got you covered.
Access all modes + adjust settings with the GoPro App or Smart Remote.
HERO4 Session captures 1080p30 Ultra Wide video and 8MP Time Lapse photos at 0.5 second intervals right out of the box. You can also access most of the modes of other HERO4 cameras using the GoPro App or Smart Remote. From single photos to Time Lapse photos, Burst photos to Looping Video—HERO4 Session does it all. You can also use the app or remote to easily adjust settings like video resolution, frame rate, field of view and more.
Durable + waterproof.
HERO4 Session is rugged and waterproof to 33’ (10m), eliminating the need for a separate housing. Its convenient, ready-to-go design makes it easy to get out the door quickly to capture and enjoy your session.
Easy one-button control.
A single press of the shutter button powers on the camera and begins capturing video or Time Lapse photos automatically. A second press of the shutter button stops recording and powers off the camera. It’s that simple.
World’s most immersive video.
HERO4 Session features SuperView™, a GoPro-exclusive video mode that captures the world’s most immersive wide-angle field of view. It allows you to capture more of yourself and your surroundings in the shot—resulting in captivating, ultra engaging footage of every adventure.
Auto Low Light.
Let the camera do the thinking for you. Auto Low Light mode intelligently changes frame rates based on lighting conditions for optimal low-light performance, enabling you to move between bright and dark environments without having to adjust your camera settings.
Protune™ for video.
Protune unlocks the camera’s full potential, delivering minimally compressed, cinema-caliber video optimized for professional productions.
HiLight Tag your best moments.
HiLight Tag enables you to mark key moments while recording so you can quickly locate your best clips later for convenient playback, editing or sharing. Just press the button on the camera or Smart Remote when you capture a moment you’d like to tag. You can also tag your highlights using the GoPro App.
Dual mic system.
HERO4 Session features two microphones: one on the front of the camera and one on the back. When you’re filming in windy conditions or during high-speed activities like motorsports, the camera automatically switches to the mic that’s best-suited for capturing optimal audio. The result? Reduced wind noise and enhanced audio capture—no matter what the conditions or activity.
Built-in battery.
The battery is built directly into the camera and offers up to two hours of recording time on a full charge. The included USB cable allows for charging the camera with your computer or the GoPro Auto or Wall Charger.
Mount upside down, capture right-side up.
When the camera is mounted upside down, Auto Image Rotation automatically adjusts the capture orientation to right-side up so there’s no need to flip your footage in post-production.
Compatible with all GoPro mounts.
HERO4 Session is compatible with all GoPro mounts. So whether you’ve got a stash of mounts at home, or you’re looking for fresh ways to capture your favorite activities, you’ll be good to go. Wear it on your helmet or chest for a unique perspective. Mount it to bikes, boards, motorcycles and more to capture immersive footage of the experience. Wear it. Mount it. Love it.
Control, view and share with built-in Wi-Fi + Bluetooth®.
With built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, you can connect to the GoPro App to control the camera remotely with your phone or tablet, view the content you’ve captured and share your favorite shots on Instagram, Twitter and more. You’ll also have instant access to the GoPro Channel, so you can get your fix of the latest GoPro videos from across the globe. The Smart Remote makes it possible to control multiple GoPro cameras from distances of up to 600’ (182m).
July Classes
July 7th – Advanced Digital Photography
Join BCC’s John Tworsky and Paul Carretta for a 2 hour continuation of Intermediate Digital Photography. This class is designed to provide the next step in your digital photography learning. Topics to be covered include advanced camera operation; setting white balance, raw file format and when to use, time exposures and flash. Additional photographic topics to be discussed include flash photography, composition, metering with a grey card, converging verticals and more. Suggested Pre-requisite: An adjustable camera or DSLR and our Intermedaite Digital Photography class. Of course there will be plenty of time for questions at the end of the presentation. Course handouts include test your knowledge assignments, Basic and Intermediate class reminders, special offers, computer tips and helpful programs. No money is needed in parking meters in Westwood after 6PM.
July 14th – Nikon Basic
The very basics of Auto mode, followed by how to get out of auto mode.This class focuses largely on scene modes and camera controls for exposure, white balance and focus. Composition and tips on improving photos are the main, non-technical areas that the class covers. This class is good for absolutely anyone with a camera, especially beginners and new DSLR owners. Join Bergen County Camera on Tuesday, July 14th from 7:00 – 9:00 pm. Tickets are $25 per person.
July 15th – Nikon Intermediate
This is an intermediate to advanced level DSLR class that covers many of the topics that one might explore after learning the basics of camera terminology and exposure. Topics covered include flash photography, custom settings, lenses, autofocus settings, metering and more. Join Bergen County Camera on Wednesday, July 15th from 7:00 – 9:00 pm. Tickets are $25 per person.
July 22nd – Photographing Children
Special guest, photographer Shelly Kusnetz, joins us on July 22nd from 7 PM until 9 PM to teach her great techniques of how to photograph children and capture the true essence of your child. With tips on the technical aspects and the personal approach. Tickets are $50.00.
Learn more about Shelly on her website.
July 28th – Basic Digital Photography
Join Bergen County Camera’s John Tworsky and Paul Carretta for a 2 hour introduction to Digital Photography. This class is designed to provide the basics of digital photography regardless of the type of digital camera you are using or even if you are looking to buy your first. Topics to be covered include basic camera operation, batteries, storage media, card readers, choosing a resolution, compression, limitations and advantages of digital photography, making prints & enlargements, and storing & archiving images. Of course there will be plenty of time for questions at the end of the presentation. You’ll also receive a list of assignments to test your knowledge.
Join BCC’s John Tworsky for a two-hour class introducing Adobe Photoshop. This course is for first time and beginner Photoshop CS & Photoshop Elements users and will cover computer & program requirements, acquiring images, image formats, storage considerations and a basic overview of the capabilities of Photoshop. Examples include opening images, rotating, preparing images for email, preparing images for printing, image adjustments (brightness, contrast & color), fixing crooked images & scans and printing multiple images on a single sheet of paper. Although this class is presented on a PC, most if not all information will carry over to use on Macintosh.
July 29th – Intermediate Digital Photography
Join BCC’s John Tworsky and Paul Carretta for a 2 hour continuation of Basic Digital Photography. This class is designed to provide the next step in your digital photography learning. Topics to be covered include exposure (f-stops, shutter speeds, ISO), using shutter speeds to control motion, using f-stops to control depth of field, and ISO to control sensor sensitivity. We’ll talk about composition, tripods, monopods, self timers, keeping your images safe and more. Suggested Pre-requisite: Basic Digital Photography. Of course there will be plenty of time for questions at the end of the presentation. Course handouts include test your knowledge assignments, basic class reminders, special offers, computer tips and helpful programs. No money is needed in parking meters in Westwood after 6PM.
Rental Insurance Now Available
Rent it and don’t sweat it. Rental insurance is now available on all our cameras and lenses. Available in 1 Day, 3 Day, or 7 Day increments, prices vary based upon the value of the rented item. View a full list of our rentals and reserve great gear for your next special occasion by giving us a call today.
Bergen County Camera Closed This Saturday – July 4, 2015
We wish you and your families a great July 4th weekend and a memorable summer. We’ll be closed this Saturday, July 4th and will reopen on Monday, July 6th from 10 AM – 6 PM.
Prepare Your Camera For Summer
With the welcome return of summer comes vacations, beaches, pools, and campfires. We know you’re ready, but is your camera? All too often we hear the dreaded stories of past vacations where a camera suddenly stops working. Avoid the disappointment by following this camera checklist:
1. Turn your camera on – It’s a simple step, but sometimes it reveals a serious issue.
- If your camera turns on – Great! Step one passed.
- If your camera does not turn on – Don’t panic. Try charging you battery. Camera batteries can go dead after months of sitting on a shelf. If your camera still does not turn on after charging your battery, bring your camera in and we’ll figure out what’s wrong. Your battery could have stopped holding a charge, or it could be something worse. We’re here to help!
2. Spend some time taking sporadic photos throughout your day – Make sure you use your flash for a few photos.
- If your camera takes photos – Great! Step two passed.
- If your camera takes photos but the battery dies quickly – Often camera batteries will stop holding a charge or hold less of a charge after a few years of use. If your battery life diminishes quickly it’s time for a replacement battery.
- The camera won’t take photos or has given an error screen – Try a different memory card. It could be a bad memory card causing the problem. If it’s still not taking photos, bring the camera in. It could be a quick fix, it could be worse. Either way, we’re here to help!
- The flash isn’t working – Check which mode your camera currently is in. In Auto mode your camera will automatically raise and fire your flash. In Program on more manual modes, you must tell the camera to use the flash. Check which mode your camera is currently in. If it’s still having issues, bring it in. Could be something simple, could need to be fixed. We’ll figure it out for you.
3. Download your photos to your computer –
- Everything downloaded quickly and looks correct – Great! You’ve got a working camera and memory card. We still recommend taking an extra battery and memory card with you this summer, because it’s always better to be safe then to miss an important moment.
- It’s been downloading for hours, does it usually take this long? – No, sometimes your memory cards have corruption issues and sometimes your memory card readers stop working right. Bring in the memory card and we’ll figure out which is not working. You can try formatting the card, but this will lose the photos currently saved on your memory card. Better losing those meaningless photos then important once in a lifetime photos.
- The computer gave me a corruption message – You can try formatting your memory card, this will delete all the photos currently on your memory card. You may need a new memory card. Remember all Promaster memory cards and rechargeable lithium ion camera batteries have lifetime guarantees.
Recommended summer vacation accessories:
- Optech Rain Sleeves – Now available in several different sizes, these plastic sleeves will allow you to take photos safely in the rain. Also great for protection from sand damage. Place your camera in the sleeve and take those great beach photos without having to worry about wind blown sand ending up inside your camera.
- Polarized lens filter – Great vacation spots always include some form of water and polarizers make a huge difference when photographing water.
- Back Up Promaster Battery – Keep taking photos with a back up battery. All Promaster batteries come with a lifetime guarantee.
- Back Up Promaster SD Card – Take more photos and don’t worry about corruption. Have multiple memory cards to save your photos to.
- Comfortable Camera Bag – The more comfortable you can make having your camera with you, the less likely you’ll be to leave it behind.
- Comfortable Neck Strap – Walking around with a camera on your neck can be irritating. Purchasing a comfortable neck strap or shoulder strap for your camera can change your photo experience.
Still not feeling confident with your camera or think there is an issue? Visit Bergen County Camera and we’ll check your camera and lenses, and give you recommendations for what accessories you’ll need for your vacation.
GoPro Hero+ LCD In Stock Now!
All-in-one awesome + touch-display convenience.
Capture incredible moments and relive them on the spot. HERO+ LCD delivers 1080p60 video and 8MP photos, and features the convenience of a touch display. Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth® connect to the GoPro App to allow for shot preview, total camera control and easy content sharing to Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and more from your phone or tablet. Rugged and waterproof to 131’ (40m), with the ability to power up and record at the press of a button, HERO+ LCD is the convenient life capture solution for all of your adventures.
Built-in touch display.
The HERO+ LCD touch display lets you preview your shot to frame the scene perfectly. It also simplifies camera control by letting you easily navigate menus and adjust settings with the convenience of touch.
GoPro video quality.
HERO+ LCD features the same immersive 1080p60 and 720p60 video that’s made GoPro famous. User-friendly modes like QuikCapture, SuperView and Auto Low Light make it easier than ever to capture professional-quality shots.
Versatile photo capture.
Shoot 8MP photos to share with friends on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and more. Time Lapse mode automatically captures photos at set time intervals from 0.5 to 60 seconds. Burst mode shoots 5 photos in one second—perfect for fast-action sequences.
Control, view and share with built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth®.
HERO+ LCD features built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth®, allowing you to connect to the GoPro App and Smart Remote.1 The GoPro App transforms your phone or tablet into a live video remote for your camera, offering full control of all functions and settings, easy shot preview and playback, plus sharing via text, email, Instagram and more. The Smart Remote allows you to control multiple GoPros from distances of up to 600’ (180m).
Trim and share video on the go.
HERO+ LCD makes it easier than ever to share your favorite shots through Instagram, Facebook and more. Now you can create and save short highlight clips from your videos right on your camera and share them using the GoPro App. You can also save them to your computer and combine them to create epic edits of your best footage.
Rugged, waterproof, all-in-one design.
HERO+ LCD is built directly into a rugged housing2 that’s waterproof to 131’ (40m). It’s designed to survive dirt, sand, water and nearly anything else you can throw at it. Surf, snow, pets or kids—capture it all without a worry.
QuikCapture + HiLight Tag.
Power on your GoPro and start recording with the press of a single button. QuikCapture turns your GoPro into a one-button camera so you’re always ready to capture key moments. HiLight Tag lets you mark those moments during recording and playback so you can quickly find them later for editing or sharing using the GoPro App or GoPro Studio.
World’s most immersive video.
HERO+ LCD features SuperView™, a GoPro-exclusive video mode that captures the world’s most immersive wide-angle perspective. It allows you to capture more of yourself and your surroundings in the shot—resulting in captivating, ultra engaging footage of every adventure.
Auto Low Light.
Let the camera do the thinking for you. Auto Low Light intelligently changes frame rates based on lighting conditions for optimal low-light performance, enabling you to move between bright and dark environments without having to adjust your camera settings.
GoPro App + GoPro Studio.
Expand your GoPro experience with the free GoPro App and GoPro Studio software. The GoPro App allows you to control your camera remotely using your phone or tablet, view and share your content and watch “best of” videos on the GoPro Channel. Use GoPro Studio to import and view your GoPro media, and create your own engaging GoPro-style videos to share with the world.
Free Focus Sessions – July and August 2015
Focus sessions are free and take place in our store from 9:30 am – 10 am. All sessions will allow for questions and answers. Please bring your camera and any images along that you have questions about. Feel free to use the comment option to make suggestions for future focus sessions.
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Here’s our upcoming Focus Sessions:
July 4 – No Focus Session – Bergen County Camera Closed
July 11 – Wildlife Photography
July 18 – Sensor Cleaning
July 25 – When Things Go Wrong
August 1 – Infrared Photography – See what it can do for you – presenter Alan Schwab
August 8 – Mylio with Special Guest Harry Wendt
These are free events – bring a friend along if you’d like. Share with your friends on Facebook – Click the Like button below. Hope you can join us!
