Gear
MPB Photo and Video Kit’s Hall of Fame 2021
August 30, 2021
MPB, the world’s largest online platform for used photography and videography equipment, recently unveiled the five legendary pieces of kit that have won the public vote to be crowned The MPB Class of 2021 in its Photo and Video Kit Hall of Fame.
Photographers, videographers and tech enthusiasts from more than 70 countries cast roughly 31,275 votes to determine the Class of 2021 inductees—out of 25 nominees across 5 categories—in Classic, Game Changer, Iconic, Road Tested and Trendsetter.
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Without further ado, here are the MPB Class of 2021 Hall of Fame inductees:
● Classic: Canon EOS 5D Mk III
Since its release in 2012, the Canon EOS 5D Mark III, says MPB, has become a staple in any photographers and videographers kit bag. “Its impressive specification is perfect for those who want to make the jump from hobbyist to professional. A Classic inductee stands as a benchmark for quality in an ever-changing world of gear; perfect for anyone looking to get into photography.”
● Game Changer: DJI Mavic 2 Pro
“As one of the most powerful drones on the market, The Mavic 2 Pro took visual storytelling to new heights, capturing standout quality images from incredible angles, all packed into a compact and portable design,” writes MPB on its Hall of Fame website. “Game Changers disrupted the field by ushering in new technology, expanding product capabilities or making quality more accessible.”
● Iconic: Hasselblad 501C
“A legacy of true craftmanship, the Hasselblad 501C is still one of the most lusted after medium formats nearly three decades after its release. Symbols of quality, idolization and inspiration, an Iconic inductee is the crème de la crème of photo kit,” according to MPB.
● Road Tested: Nikon D850
“This high-resolution DSLR is a fantastic all-rounder that offers quality and reliability in the most demanding of environments.” Road Tested inductees in the MPB world represent the workhorses of kit. “This gear is tried-and-true from rainforests to runways, these nominees deliver time and time again.”
● Trendsetter: Sony A7III
The Sony A7 series continues to pave the way for mirrorless technology, according to MPB and its hall of Fame voters. “With outstanding image quality and 4k video packed into a sleek travel-friendly body, it’s no surprise the Sony A7III is a popular model amongst content creators as well as professional photographers.A Trendsetter shapes conversation about how it looks as well as the images it captures.”
Says Matt Barker, CEO and Founder of MPB: “It has been an extraordinary experience to watch The Photo and Video Kit Hall of Fame grow from an idea to the event it is today. We are honored to have built a space that allows photographers, videographers and tech-enthusiasts to express their passion for these products, as well as educating others on the vast and incredible world of photo and video kit. The final inductees give the perfect insight for visual storytellers to consider the kit that is right for them when they want to try something new, hone their skills, or pursue their passion.
“This year’s global nominating committee has been a brilliant addition to the process—they have brought a wealth of experience to the table and selected an impressive line-up of kit for voters to choose from. The Photo and Video Kit Hall of Fame is a testament to the amount of remarkable kit there is out there.”
The Photo and Video Kit Hall of Fame’s Class of 2021 will be formally inducted in this fall. Visit kithalloffame.com to find further details on the nominating committee, categories and learn more about the five inaugural pieces of kit inducted last year in the Class of 2020.