Updates

Level 3 Trading

  Kia ora Folks... We’re back in Level 3 again 😔 Here’s a few updates from the Progear Team. As usual due to level 3 restrictions the store will be closed to all foot traffic until further notice. Our... read more

Which Deep Umbrella Should I Get?

Which Deep umbrella should I get?Article by - Quentin DécailletWouldn’t it be fantastic to have the quality of light of a softbox while retaining the ease of use of an umbrella?Umbrellas are extremely... read more

Published on 9/10/2017

Sony α9

What only α9 can do Sony Alpha α9 bodyα9 Progear Launch evening:12 June 2017, 6 pmProgear StoreA9 Presentation by Sean EllwoodExperience the A9, hands on! As always we'll have food & drinks included. Please... read more

Published on 12/5/2017

Fujifilm GFX 50s

  Jumping right over “full-frame,” Fujifilm has finally lifted all the curtains from its upcoming G Series medium format camera system, more specifically, the GFX 50S Mirrorless Camera and its accompanying... read more

Published on 16/5/2017

Hasselblad X1D-50c Medium Format Mirrorless

This is X1DAt less than half the weight of a conventional digital medium format camera, the mirrorless X1D is a game changer in the world of photography. Inspired by our iconic design heritage, the camera... read more

Published on 12/5/2017

Leica M10

The Leica M10: Design and Quality CraftsmanshipMade in Germany Silver Edition | Black Edition The Leica M has been around for more than sixty years. Whenever technological advances gave rise to a new... read more

Published on 9/5/2017

Fujifilm's GFX 50S Launch Evening

Last month we hosted a launch evening for the GFX 50S, Fujifilm's impressive new medium format mirrorless camera. Not only did we learn more about what this camera is capable of, we had the opportunity... read more

Published on 10/3/2017

A Beginner's Guide to 35mm Film Photography

Film photography is making a comeback. Lately it seems there are more and more photographers who are rediscovering and advocating how fun the process of shooting film can be. We hope that if you're reading... read more

Published on 22/6/2016

Gear Essentials for Beginner Photographers

So you've just purchased your first DSLR. It probably came with a versatile zoom lens or 'kit lens' such as the Canon 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM or the Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 DX VR. With a wide-angle to... read more

Published on 22/6/2016

B+W UV-Pro

We received the B+W UV-Pro in store, a new piece of tech from the guys at B+W, a portable sterilising unit, which sounds like it will be a great asset for the photographer that travels to damp/humid environments. The... read more

Published on 1/3/2015

Small gift ideas for Christmas

F-Stop Lens cases Perfect for the photographer with multiple lenses, instead of throwing the lens in your bag with the rest of your kit, pop it inside one of these protective cases and look after your... read more