New York, NY—The winners of the 2019 Lucie Technical Awards were honored at a ceremony on October 24, 2019 during PhotoPlus 2019 Conference + Expo. The presentations were made in Carnegie Hall’s Zankel Hall. The awards are bestowed by the Lucie Foundation and are also a sister program of the Lucie Awards.
These technical awards recognize the most innovative products from the past year as well as the innovators who have shaped the industry. The Lucie Technical Awards honor both the large and small companies, as well as the individuals who have advanced the photographic industry in a given year. All-inclusive, they encompass cameras, lenses, lighting, accessories as well as software.
Experts in the field of photography as well as members of the public contributed to the nomination process. Moreover, the nominations were selected with the advice and guidance of the Lucie Technical Awards (LTA) advisory board, which was responsible for determining the winners.
“This evening we announced the 30 winners of the Lucie Technical Awards from a roster of 132 finalists representing 60+ individual companies,” said Hossein Farmani, founder of the Lucie Technical Awards. “These are some of the most exciting innovations in the photographic world’s toolbox. The Lucie Technical Awards provide an appropriate nod to the industry as well as an introduction to PhotoPlus Expo.”
Lauren Wendle, president Lucie Foundation, added, “For the fifth year in a row, we honor the technological forces who add so much to the creative endeavors of those working in the photographic field. The Lucie Foundation congratulates all of the 2019 nominees, and tonight, the winners of the 5th Annual Lucie Technical Awards.”
2019 Lucie Technical Awards Winners
Achievement of Technical Innovation 2019: Sony Real-Time Tracking AF
Camera of the Year 2018/2019: Sony a7R IV
Best Camera Categories
- Compact Cinema Camera: Panasonic Lumix S1H
- Compact Camera/Fixed-Lens Camera: Sony DSC-RX100 Mark VII
- Instant Camera: Fujifilm Instax Mini LiPlay
- Small-Format Camera: Fujifilm X-T30
- Full-Frame Camera: Sony a7R IV
- Medium-Format Camera: Fujifilm GFX100
- Special Purpose Compact Camera: GoPro Hero7
- Special Purpose Compact Camera” DJI Osmo Action
- Day-Use Camera Bag: Think Tank Photo Retrospective 7 V2
Best Accessories
- Adventure Camera Bag: Mission Workshop Rhake
- Tripod: Peak Design Travel Tripod
- Camera Accessory: FeiyuTech AK4500
Best Lens Categories
- Wide-Angle Prime Lens: Sigma 35mm f/1.2 Art
- Standard Prime Lens: Hasselblad XCD 65 f/2.8
- Telephoto Prime Lens: Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 GM
- Wide-Angle Zoom Lens: Sigma 14–24mm f/2.8 DG DN Art
- Standard Zoom Lens: Canon 28–70mm f/2 RF
- Telephoto Zoom Lens: Sony FE 200–600mm f/5.6–6.3 G OSS
- Special Purpose Lens: Venus Optics Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2x Macro
- Cinema Lens: Zeiss Otus 100mm f/1.4
Best Lighting, Software & Backup Categories
- Light Source: Westcott Flex Cine RGBW
- Photo-Editing Software: Capture One 12
- Software Plug-in: Skylum Luminar Flex
- Video-Editing Software: Blackmagic Design DaVinci Resolve 16
- Mobile Backup Solution: LaCie DJI Copilot
- Desktop Backup Solution: G-Technology G-Speed Shuttle XL with Thunderbolt 3 (112TB)
- Memory Card: Sony SF-G Tough 128GB SD
Chuck Westfall Award Winner
In addition to the various product categories, the Lucie Technical Awards includes the 2nd Annual Chuck Westfall Technical Education Award. This year, that award went to Bob Rose, assistant professor of Photographic Arts & Sciences at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT).
Bob Rose graduated from Rochester Institute of Technology in 1978. Hired in 2015 by his alma mater, Rose brought more than 35 years of experience in the industry as a photographer, educator and consultant. Moreover, in 1999 he opened VMI to provide innovative solutions and act as a technology resource for corporations and others. In addition, his worldwide contributions have allowed companies to make better products; promote their products more effectively by increasing brand awareness; and also make it easier for people to use photographic equipment.
Furthermore, during his career, Rose has developed new photographic devices and techniques. He also directed the use of new technologies. What’s more, he serves as editor at large for Photo District News and Rangefinder magazines, overviewing new products and technologies.
In addition, he has photographed on six continents and underwater in four oceans. Rose also has published countless articles and has two patents to his credit.
