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Mad Mike's Southern Bash
Sony New Zealand
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Shoot NZ's best drifters at Highlands International Motorsport Park

About the event

Sony New Zealand is teaming up with Mad Mike Whiddett to create a phenomenal motorsport shooting experience!

Mad Mike is bringing the craziness of his Summer Bash drifting events to the South Island for the very first time. Highlands International Motorsport Park in Cromwell has been a dream drift destination for drivers all around the world and one that seemed impossible - until now.

18 lucky photographers will get the opportunity to shoot trackside as New Zealand's best drifters take to this world class circuit. Off the track there will be the Hard Park and the Highlands museum will be open for all to soak up the incredible variety of automotive excellence on offer.

Sony NZ staff and renowned motorsport photographer Aaron Staples (@aaron.staples.photography) will be on hand to help participants capture all of the action.

NB: The $100 ticket price for this event includes General Admission to Mad Mike's Southern Bash.

Techniques covered

  • Shooting motorsport - stills & video
  • Gear selection
  • Camera settings

What to bring

  • Camera and lenses
  • Fast UHS-II SD card or CFexpress type A card if you're planning to shoot with our Sony demo cameras
  • Ear plugs
  • Face mask
  • Water bottle

Event FAQs (For general FAQs, please visit the Frequently Asked Questions page)

Yes, there will be a selection of Sony cameras and lenses available at this event.
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Yes, please email any questions to sonyscenenz.sanz@sony.com
Suitable for all levels Action / sport Video
Sat 22 Mar 2025, 9:00AM - 11:00AM
Suitable for all levels
NZ$100 per/person    
Sandflat Rd, Cromwell Otago 9384
Highlands Motorsport Park
Sat 22 Mar 2025, 11:30AM - 1:30PM
Suitable for all levels
NZ$100 per/person    
Sandflat Rd, Cromwell Otago 9384
Highlands Motorsport Park
Sat 22 Mar 2025, 2:00PM - 4:00PM
Suitable for all levels
NZ$100 per/person    
Sandflat Rd, Cromwell Otago 9384
Highlands Motorsport Park
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Sony New Zealand

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Great opportunity to try out a wide range of Sony cameras and lenses”

Juby Joseph, Sony Alpha Touch & Try

Amazing experience! Loved the opportunity to try out multiple cameras and lenses with different sets and models. Excellent event!!!”

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