The Aerial Photography with the Imagelogers

On November 3, 2010, four Imagelogers boarded a helicopter in Seoul, Korea. Why? To test the features of Samsung’s mirrorless interchangeable lens camera, NX Series. So they’ll be able to test the features of the NX series from Samsung’s mirrorless interchangeable lens camera. The cold weather was a big challenge, but the fun memory will last forever. Shall we take a look at the scenery of Seoul in the fall through the lens (literally) of Samsung NX?

After landing at the airport, our guide led us through the security check and to the helicopter landing zone; just like when you board an airplane!

A van was waiting for us on the runway where it will take us to the helicopter.

It was my first time riding down the runway! I felt like I was VIP. After driving for about five minutes, we arrived on the helicopter landing zone.

Before the shooting, we gathered at the office to check the route and to receive training.

After receiving training on check watch-outs for aerial photography, we moved to the hanger to put the safety belts on.

For aerial photography, the helicopter doors are hung open so fastening the safety belt tightly is very important! ^^

So, this is us, the four Imagelogers. The person on the right is very tall so he struggled with putting on the belt.

The helicopter we will be riding is the latest EC155B1. Cool, huh?The helicopter was made by Eurocopter and can accommodate up to 12 people. This is a picture of all of us together before boarding!

We also read the safety features manual. After we read the safety features manual, we are ready to take off!

For safety reasons, two pilots fly together. There are so many buttons and instrument panels! I wonder what they are used for. We take off with a deafening sound from the engine.

Everyone is excited!

After takeoff, the doors are opened for photo shooting – and with it, the suffocating wind and roaring engine sound!

The rope you see in the photo is literally our lifeline. Looking down is terribly frightening, but it doesn’t stop the Imageloger from clicking away on his camera.

What you see here in the middle of the picture is the Incheon Bridge. It connects the Incheon International Airport, the gateway into Korea, with the inland.

A bird’s-eye view of the Yeongheung Bridge.

Not long after, the view of Seohae Bridge comes into sight.

The two pilots steering the helicopter constantly check both sides to make sure our path is clear. They can be heard shouting: “Left clear! OK! Right clear! OK!” in turns. Wow! You are awesome!

Catching the right angle from an aerial view was quite challenging since the helicopter moved very fast.

Due to a slight delay in schedule, we closed the door and revved up our speed to reach Seoul. About 10 minutes later, we arrived near Seoul.

This is the Jamsil Olympic Stadium where it hosted the 1988 Seoul Olympics.

Seoul sure is a crowded city! Look at these tightly packed houses!

A view of a theme park and a race track.

After successfully shooting for some two or so hours, we finally landed. The aerial photography with the Imagelogers of Samsung Electronics was indeed a memorable experience full of clear skies, fascinating landscape and excellent camera function!

PHOTO & IMAGING 2010

P&I 2010, Seoul International Photo & Imaging Industry Show, was held from April 29^th to May 2^nd (4 days) COEX Korea Exhibition Center, Seoul, Korea.

 

 

Photo & Imaging is one of the most influential trade fairs in Asia, of photo & imaging industries. For more than 15 years, this show has been a significant meeting place for all photo-lovers from all over the world, amateurs & professionals alike.

Studio, Professional Photographers, Amateur Photgraphers, Photographic Equipment Maker or Seller, Printing, Publishing, Advertising, PR, Design, IT, Teachers, Students & others are the target visitors.

Profile for exhibit includes Cameras and Accessories, Photo developing, enlarging, finishing equipment, Digital Imaging system, Software for Digital Imaging Editing, Internet Portal Site, Studio facilities(Backgrounds, strobo, tripods, etc), Photo scanners, printers & Printing goods, Video cameras and other device(Battery, memory card, reader and etc.), Albums, Photo calendars, Bags, Clothes for photo, Optics goods(Binoculars, OHP, LCD projector, lens, etc.), Books, Newspaper.

Samsung has one of the biggest booths to display cameras, camcorders, and pictures.

Let’s look over the Samsung booth.

The main theme of Samsung booth is NX10 and new products.

On the main stage, beautiful models pose with Samsung cameras for photos.

Behind the main stage, there is photo zone for NX10.

Samsung’s new products are tested by users. People can take pictures and even print their photos.

EX1(TL500) can take pictures well with f1.8 lens in the dark condition. EX1(TL500) has got a lot of attentions from users even it hasn’t been released yet.

Good to see WCIC members again! They have their photos and videos put on display at the gallery of booth.

WCIC Final TEN in Seoul

WCIC, The World Creative Imaging Competition, finally announced ten ‘creative’ students from different countries, China, France, Germany, Korea, the U.K and the U.S.

Samsung Electronics.Ltd has opened the WCIC for art school students in the world, and students were supposed to submit three images which represent a ‘Creative Moment’ and a video clip describing him/herself with the NX10 and three lenses.

And Samsung held the final event for them, named ‘WCIC Final in Seoul’ at Samsung d’light April 28^th. The final 10 winners were chosen by a combination of public online voting and expert evaluation.

Six students of them are the competitors who got the highest score from each country. And three students are the top 3 except the highest score students. The other student is fan’s favorite photographer who has the most supporters.

The students flied to Seoul, Korea to attend ‘WCIC Final in Seoul’. First, they had a tour of Samsung d’light Digital Lounge with staff. On the ground floor, there was a main event ‘WCIC award’.

Song Ying, the winner from China, said “Samsung NX10 is light and easy to take that it’s a perfect camera to describe my creativity wherever I am”

After the event, the attendees had a time to see the pictures of students on the Global Gallery. Students explained and had an interview about their work.

“WCIC shows that camera is not just a ‘tool’ taking pictures, but camera can be used as a ‘creative tool’ making stories” said Sangjin Park, Samsung Electronic.Ltd’s president of the digital imaging business. “We will support various global campaigns with NX10 for development of culture and art.”

Those 10 winners have their work put on display at a prestigious art gallery in Beijing, China.