May 2020 Photography Giveaway: Eight Awesome Prizes You Can Win
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If you follow our YouTube channel (and if you don't, you should), you probably already know that we have a killer giveaway happening right now.
But if you haven't yet checked out our recent videos, this will serve as notice that you have a chance to win one of eight prizes in the coming weeks.
This is our third giveaway, and it's by far our biggest and best yet - both in terms of the number of prizes and the total value of the prizes (which is more than $4,000!).
So, without further ado, let's talk shop about each of this month's prizes and what you need to do to enter to win!
38-inch ViewSonic VP3881 Ultra-Wide Curved Monitor
I have this monitor in my home office (along with the 34-inch monitor discussed next), and I can't tell you how impressed I am with it.
As I noted in my recent first impressions review of this monitor, I was an LG monitor fan for the longest time, but honestly, these ViewSonic monitors are next-level in terms of the color accuracy and sharpness they produce.
It has 60Hz SuperClear IPS technology that makes the monitor a joy to look at. The support for 4.39 trillion colors, 14-bit LUT, and 3D LUT capabilities aren't bad, either.
Truly, this is the best monitor I've ever had for photo and video editing - or any other purpose, for that matter.
That's why I'm so excited to offer one of these bad boys - which is priced at $1,019 - as part of this giveaway!
Learn more about the 38-inch ViewSonic VP3881
34-inch ViewSonic VP3481 Curved Monitor
As I mentioned above, I have this monitor in my office in addition to the 38-inch ViewSonic.
The larger of the two is my primary monitor, and this one is the secondary monitor, and is mounted directly above the other one.
It's an AWESOME setup for my needs. I do a ton of multi-tasking, so having two big monitors that offer split-screen capabilities has truly changed how I'm able to work in my home office.
This monitor has a 21:9 aspect ratio, a 100Hz refresh rate, built-in speakers, and the same support for 4.39 trillion colors as its larger cousin.
Though obviously not as large as the 38-inch monitor, at 34 inches, this monitor has nothing to be ashamed of in the size department!
Priced at $699.99, this isn't a bad prize to win at all!
Learn more about the ViewSonic VP3481
f-stop Lotus Essentials Bundle with a Medium Slope Internal Camera Unit
I've had a number of f-stop bags over the years, and each one has impressed me with its quality of construction, design, and functionality. The Lotus bag is certainly no exception...
I have an f-stop Sukha, which is a big 70-liter bag that I reserve for long trips, like my adventure to Norway last year.
By contrast, I like to use the smaller (yet still roomy) 32-liter Lotus bag for 2-3 day trips or even day trips in which I have a lot of gear for shooting photos and videos.
This bag is weather resistant and made of durable materials, that way it can stand up to rain, snow, mud, and so forth.
It's comfortable, too - the internal aluminum frame and adjustable support system mean you can carry a fully-loaded bag in comfort.
If you aren't familiar with f-stop bags, one of their best features is the Internal Camera Unit (ICU).
ICUs, like the one shown above, help you organize your gear and protect it at the same time. It's like having a removable gear drawer in your backpack!
The Lotus Essentials Bundle is priced at $329, which makes this a killer prize for a lucky contest winner!
Learn more about the f-stop Lotus Essentials Bundle
A set of Singh-Ray 77mm Filters
I've used filters from many different companies over the years, but one company that is continually at the top of my list in terms of quality is Singh-Ray.
This set of 77mm filters includes multiple ND filters and Singh-Ray's superb ColorCombo Thin-Mount Polarizer.
With these filters, you can extend your shutter speed for daytime long exposures, open up the aperture to control the depth of field in bright conditions, and in the case of the polarizer, control things like glare off of water and atmospheric haze.
ND filters and a polarizer are must-haves for landscape photographers, and I can tell you from experience using these filters that your ability to create epic photos will be greatly improved with these things in your camera bag!
All told, this set of filters retails for $1,640, so it's our biggest-ticket prize of the bunch!
Learn more about Singh-Ray filters
Two Colorado Tripod Co. Highline 48mm Aluminum Ballheads
These ballheads are identical and will be a nice addition to the camera bags of two different winners!
What I love about these ballheads is the design - it's lightweight, super strong, and has 54 pounds of locking force (which is a LOT!).
On top of that, this ballhead is optimized for left-handed shooting, so all you lefties out there can be free to operate it with your dominant hand.
Combined with the improved range of motion, a 75-pound load capacity, and plenty of other goodies, that makes this ballhead a perfect addition to your camera bag. Priced at $129 each, it's not a bad prize, either!
Learn more about the Colorado Tripod Co. Highline Ballhead
Holdfast HF Classic Camera Strap
I've been a Holdfast customer for six or seven years now, and I have to say that these guys continually impress me with the quality of their work.
The newest Holdfast product that I've gotten my hands on is the HF Classic Camera Strap.
What I love about this strap is that it's budget-friendly, yet doesn't skimp on materials or construction. This thing has true Holdfast workmanship, with the same beautiful leather and stainless steel components as the pricier MoneyMaker line.
This strap is clean, simple, and beautiful, and is an ideal companion for mirrorless camera bodies.
It might be just $95, but believe me when I say that this thing hits WAY above its weight class!
Learn more about the Holdfast HF Classic Camera Strap
$100 Adorama Gift Card
Last, but not least, is a $100 Adorama gift card.
Sure, it's not worth as much as some of the other prizes, but $100 is $100! Plus, you can obviously use it to buy whatever you want!
If I've whetted your appetite and you want to enter the contest, here's what you need to do: head over to our YouTube channel and watch the most recent video. Detailed instructions for entering the giveaway are explained at the end of the video. Be sure to check the video description for additional information about the contest as well.
Good luck!
