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Mar232026

The Photography Show 2026 at the NEC Birmingham was a landmark event for us at Adaptalux, for several reasons. Let’s recap some of the highlights! Adaptalux lighting featured by SONY Our lighting was featured on the SONY stand. This was a huge moment, not just for our team, but for macro photographers across the show.…

2024 Winner Announcement – Adaptalux Macro Photography Awards

Jan302026

2025 – Sam’s Yearly Adaptalux Round-up

Dec242025

Hello everyone, it’s that time of year again. This year has flown by! You can also watch this roundup via video, by clicking here. 2025 has been an extremely busy year. I hope everyone has had a good year and looking forwards to the Christmas festivities over the next week or so. Adaptalux has pushed…

2025 Shortlist Announcement – Adaptalux Macro Photography Awards

NewsBy Sam Granger 5 Comments

Dec162025

2025 AMPA Shortlist. The shortlist for the 2025 Adaptalux Macro Photography Awards has been announced and in this article we’re featuring a selection of the images entred. This is the second year of our annual awards and the entries have once again been spectacular. With over 1000 entries, 70 have been chosen to…

LED Lighting Arms are now IP67 Rated!

Oct152025

We are thrilled to announce that our LED Lighting Arms are now IP67 rated! After making further improvements to the assembly, we sent sample products to be Independently tested and verified by testing house Product Approvals, who are TÜV Rheinland Certified. The IP Testing report concluded a “A very well-made product, it is sealed by…

Stabiliser 2.0 Now Available

Sep22025

We are excited to announce the release of the Stabiliser 2.0, the ultimate low-profile, lightweight and sturdy photography gear support accessory. Over the years, we have had a lot of feedback on how people used the original Stabiliser, both indoors and outdoors. With this in mind, the Stabiliser 2.0 has been re-designed from the ground…

Xenon Flash Lighting Arms – 2nd Generation Update.

May52025

Today, we are happy to announce the release of the much anticipated 2nd generation of the Adaptalux Xenon Flash product range! Over the past year, we have progressively been working on the Xenon Flash Arms, based on new technological innovations as well as customer feedback. This release marks the 2nd generation of Adaptalux Xenon Flash…

2024 – Sam’s Yearly Adaptalux Round-up

Dec242024

Hello everyone, here we go again, It’s Christmas round-up time! 2024 has absolutely flown by, with lots of new developments with Adaptalux. I hope everyone has had a good year and looking forwards to the Christmas festivities over the next week or so. Let’s get stuck into it! Adaptalux has pushed forwards again this year,…

Introducing Warm and Cold White LED Lighting Arms

May222024

Today we are introducing two new lighting arms to our range of white lighting options. The new Adaptalux Warm White and Cold White LED Lighting Arms are available to order now! We are always experimenting with the latest high power LED technology, and members of our community have often asked for different temperature white…

2023 – Sam’s Yearly Adaptalux Round-up

NewsBy Ben Tuxworth 8 Comments

Dec222023

Hello everyone, Sam here! 2023 went very fast, where did it go? Once again, there have been many changes in both Adaptalux and my personal life. I hope everyone is doing well over Christmas and looking forward to celebrating the new year. Adaptalux has continued to grow steadily and push the frontiers of macro lighting.…

Adaptalux Wins Specialist Accessory of the Year – AP Awards 2023

Feb282023

We’re extremely pleased to announce that the Adaptalux Studio has won Specialist Accessory of the Year at the AP Awards 2023! Amateur Photographer is a prestigious photography magazine that has been running weekly since 1884. Their yearly awards recognise the best products, organisations and individuals in the photographic community. Earlier this year we received their…

2022 Adaptalux Round-up and Merry Christmas!

NewsBy Sam Granger 2 Comments

Dec212022

Hello everyone, Sam here! Another year has passed and what an incredible amount of changes have occurred both with Adaptalux and my own personal life. It’s amazing what can happen in a single year! I hope everyone is doing well over Christmas and looking forward to celebrations. 2022 as been probably the most roller coaster…

Introducing the Control Pod 3.0

NewsBy Sam Granger 2 Comments

Feb252022

Today, we are happy to announce that we are releasing a new Adaptalux Studio Control Pod! The Control Pod 2.0 has served our customers well over the past few years, but now feels like the right time to bring out something new. We have been busy working hard over the past 2 years to bring…

2021 Adaptalux Round-up and Merry Christmas!

Dec222021

Hi all, Sam here, I cannot believe it’s time for my yearly update again, where has this year gone?! I hope everyone is doing well over Christmas and continuing to stay safe where possible. 2021, another rollercoaster of a year. Adaptalux has continued to do well and is stable, which is warming to see despite…

Adaptalux Flash July and August Update!

Sep62021

Hi All, Apologies for the lack of update last month, but truth be told we were so busy we just wanted to crack on with the Flash products so we could show something really meaningful in this update. I will break the project down below in the usual fashion. Please find more images taken with…

Adaptalux Flash June Update!

Jul72021

Hi everyone, Another month, another update! This project is now really beginning to accelerate and again a lot has progressed since the last update. I have also been using the Flash prototypes with any excuse I can make, so I hope you enjoy some of the latest Adaptalux Flash photos throughout this update. Furthermore, we…

Flash Progression Update

Apr262021

Hi everyone, We hope everyone is staying well. Here in the UK, we’re starting to enjoy the warmer sun and longer daylight hours. I honestly don’t know where this year is going at the moment, it’s absolutely flying by! There is ALOT going on at the moment, and this update details all of the progression…

NEW PRODUCT: The Photography Deck

Nov252020

The Photography Deck The photography deck is a super useful camera reference sheet, printed on a deck of uniquely designed playing cards. They are now available in our online store. SHOP NOW As many of you know, the Adaptalux Studio started out as a Kickstarter project. We regularly support other creators to make their ideas…

Adaptalux Flash Update: Further Coronavirus Delays…

NewsBy Sam Granger 2 Comments

Sep22020

Hello all, I hope everyone has been having a good summer/winter since the last update, despite the social challenges this year has presented us with. I would like to drop everyone an update with regards to how this project is progressing. As many of you are aware, the Flash products will now be radio-controlled as…

Adaptalux Flash Update: New Features and New schedules

Jun182020

Hello everyone, Apologies for the radio (hint hint) silence over the past few months. This year has been quite the ride, hasn’t it? Coronavirus has brought with it many unexpected challenges over this unprecedented time. I hope everyone is well and staying safe as things slowly start going back to the new normal. This update is a…

Merry Christmas! 2019 Adaptalux Round-up

NewsBy Ben Tuxworth 2 Comments

Dec252019

Hi all, Sam here, I hope you are all having a fantastic Christmas so far. 2019 is now coming to an end so I thought this would be a good opportunity to summarise our achievements this year! Here is a roundup of eveything that happened within the world of Adaptalux… Product Improvements Adaptalux Studio continues…

The Control Pod 2.0 – New and Improved!

Aug172018

A long time in the making, we are happy to announce that we have upgraded the Adaptalux Studio Control Pod! The Control Pod has served us all well over the past few years, and we have learned a lot about the ways people want to use their equipment, but most importantly, the areas that we…

Android App Released

NewsBy Ben Tuxworth 2 Comments

Apr202018

We are very pleased to announce that the Adaptalux app is now officially out of beta testing and available to download for all Android customers. The Android app, like the iOS version, allows for live brightness control of the Adaptalux Studio via Bluetooth. It’s extremely handy for controlling your lighting remotely and making adjustments to…

Android app – Beta Testers Needed

Mar12018

It’s been a long old road for the android app but we are finally here, today we are releasing the beta version for testing. This is an open beta, so everyone can opt in and help to test the app’s functions. The android app, like the iOS version, allows live brightness control of the Adaptalux…

EFX Pre-Orders now open, Android App Update

Jan112018

Hi Friends, It’s been a pretty crazy winter for us so far. The EFX Lighting Arm kickstarter has ended, reaching our goal of £2,500 and exceeding it by 800% to raise a total of £20,342. Thank you to everyone who backed the project, we hope you are as excited as we are to see these…

Win some Adaptalux Lighting Arms!

Oct242017

Hi Friends! To celebrate a new batch of lighting arms coming into stock, we are running a competition to reward our backers and customers! Adaptalux Macro Photo Competition We want to see the creativity flow, so we are giving away some lighting arms to enhance your lighting options! We’re asking people to submit their images…

Adaptalux News! Great year so far.

Aug72017

Hello friends, Well it’s been a while since I last posted an update. We have been incredibly busy, but we hope everyone is well and getting fantastic photographs with their Adaptalux Studios. Here is a video clip we captured last week of a great macro photography subject – a Pine Cone. A lot has happened…

We did it! Thank You!

Jan312017

Hi friends, Together, we absolutely smashed our goal for the Adaptalux Stabiliser, thank you so much for all who supported the campaign! In total, we have raised over £6,945. What Happens Now? In the coming weeks, we will be sending out surveys to collect your addresses and pledge details (colour etc). Please keep an eye…

New Kickstarter Campaign! Get the Stabiliser for your studio.

Jan112017

Hi Friends, We hope you had an amazing Christmas and New Year. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1447024032/1989832014?token=f0a55f1a We have just dropped a new Kickstarter campaign for the Adaptalux Stabiliser. Check it out by clicking on the image below. The Adaptalux Stabiliser is the perfect companion for your Adaptalux studio. Based on your feedback from last weeks survey, we have…

Adaptalux Christmas Sale Now On!

Dec12016

Hi Everyone, It’s officially the beginning of the festive period! To celebrate, all Adaptalux products are heavily discounted through our online store. Get Adaptalux products at a great price in our Christmas Sale! CLICK TO SHOP NOW! Take this opportunity to buy more Adaptalux products for your pack, or consider purchasing more packs to expand…

Adaptalux Christmas Competition

Nov182016

Hi Friends! Great photograph of a flower by Kyle Evans using his Adaptalux Studio To get in the festive spirit, we have just launched the Adaptalux Christmas Competition. To enter simply follow the below link:- https://adaptalux.com/competition The Prize:- A limited edition starter pack. This pack includes a Limited edition coloured Control Pod which you can…

Ultimate Packs Shipped & Lucie Tech Award Finalist!

Sep192016

Hi Everyone, WE ARE A FINALIST FOR A LUCIE TECH AWARD! Firstly, we have being chosen to be a finalist at the Lucie Tech Awards this year for the category “best continuous light source”. The Lucie Tech awards celebrate companies and individuals who have helped advance the photographic community. We are truly honoured to be…

The Adaptalux Christmas Update! HUGE UPDATE!

Dec242015

Seasons Greetings everyone! As promised, this update is crammed full of information with regards to where Adaptalux is now and what is left to do over the next couple of months. Throughout this update there are Christmas macro photos taken by Sam using Adaptalux. Enjoy! Lighting Arms Manufacturing Progress:- The Lighting Arms are really taking…

Nominated for an award & more progress pictures!

Oct162015

Hey everyone, Some exciting news and more progress pictures & information. Nominated for a Lucie Technical Award It is with great excitement that we can announce that Adaptalux has been nominated for a Lucie Technical award this year. The Lucie awards honour the greatest achievements in photography, and have been running since 2003. This year…

BIG Update:- New Features and Launch Dates!

Competitions, Kickstarter, NewsBy Sam Granger Leave a comment

Sep282015

We are very excited to finally be able to announce today new Adaptalux features that we have implemented into the product. We were blown away by the Kickstarter campaign and all of your generous support, so we wanted to maximise the funds received to make the product even better. Detailed below are new product features…

Competition Winners and Manufacture Progress…

Jul312015

Hello everyone! Here is another update showing how the manufacturing side of Adaptalux has progressed recently, alongside other Adaptalux news. The Adaptalux Photography Competition:- We had so many great entries to our macro photography competition. It made our decision incredibly hard but at the same time it was a pleasure to view so many fantastic…

Progress Update!

May262015

Hi Everyone! This update is full of information on the progress made over the last week with Adaptalux. It is also an update regarding pledge awards “Little Snapper” and “Sharing’s Caring”. Little Snapper Pledge Award:- The wall of fame image has now been designed by Sam. Thank you to everyone who filled out the survey,…

Yay! We made it on Kickstarter…

Hello everyone! We are pleased to tell you that we have now raised over £100,000 on our Kickstarter campaign. Thats over $153,000 and it means we are now over our funding goal! We would like to thank everyone who has supported the campaign over the last 6 weeks. We are very humbled and we really…

The Future is Bright for Adaptalux!

1 Week left to support Adaptalux on Kickstarter! Please CLICK HERE to find out how to pledge and get your own Adaptalux. We have now raised over £81,000, which is over $123,000! Absolutely amazing and we are very thankful to everyone who has supported us so far. We just want to give you a quick…

Adaptalux Coverage…

Since launching our Kickstarter campaign, we have been overwhelmed with positive reviews and comments by many people all over the world! This post is dedicated to providing you with all of the links to the websites who have covered Adaptalux. A Big thank you to all of them. To visit the articles, simply click on the…

Now LIVE on Kickstarter!

We are pleased to announce that Adaptalux is now LIVE on Kickstarter. Lets make this happen! CLICK HERE to go to the campaign. Be a super star and share this project via social media! This is an exciting period for us and we hope you find it exciting too! Support us and get Adaptalux at…

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