MPB reveals latest Hall of Fame winners
USED specialist MPB has announced its Photo and Video Kit Hall of Fame Class of 2021. The shortlisting process involved calling in support from a nominating committee made up of photographers and photography experts from around the world, followed by a public vote across 71 countries, to decide the winners.
The Classic inductee is Canon EOS 5D Mark III. ‘A staple in any photographer’s and videographer’s kit bag,’ said MPB. ‘Its impressive speci cation is perfect for those who want to make the jump from hobbyist to professional… perfect for anyone looking to get into photography.’
The Iconic inductee is the Hasselblad 501C. ‘The 500 series forms some of the most quintessential cameras in photographic history. A legacy of true craftmanship, the Hasselblad 501C is still one of the most lusted-after medium formats nearly three decades after its release.’
Meanwhile the Road Tested inductee went to the Nikon D800. ‘This high-resolution DSLR rises to the challenge every single time… a fantastic all-rounder that offers quality and reliability in the most demanding of environments. Road Tested inductees represent the workhorses of kit.’
The Trendsetter inductee is the Sony Alpha 7 III, which was praised for its outstanding image quality and 4K video, packed into a sleek, travel-friendly body.
The DJI Mavic 2 Pro was named the Game Changer inductee. ‘[It] took visual storytelling to new heights, capturing standout quality images from incredible angles, all packed into a compact and portable design.’
See kithalloffame.com for further details about all the inductees.