The Atomos-developed 8K sensor is called "Sapphire F8," shoots up to 8K at 60 frames per second, uses a global shutter, features phase detection autofocus, and -- perhaps most importantly -- it generates very little heat. [Read More]
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Sony is going to be adding to their FX line of cameras with a new Sony FX2. Sony’s FX line covers their video focused line of prosumer cameras. They currently make the FX3, FX30 and the FX6 cinema camera.
Today, Laowa is announcing a brand new 15mm f4. 5 Macro lens. This is the first time in a while that they've developed something seemingly a bit more traditional for photography. Designed for full-frame cameras, it's also going to come in Sony E, Nikon Z, Leica L, Nikon F, and Canon EF-Manual aperture variants.
Amazon often changes its list of cameras based on the demands of users and their purchase patterns. This time, too, we see a different trend, with Sony and Canon being the most sought-after devices amongst photographers.
Astrophotographer Andrew McCarthy, whose fantastic work PetaPixel has featured many times, recently captured an incredible photo of a rocket launch from right near the launchpad.
Generally speaking, there are very few Canon RF lenses that I don't really like. Some of them, like the Canon RF 24-105mm f2. 8 L, just don't make a lot of sense to me. But this is a small prime lens and offers good image quality without being the equvalent of reverse osmosis water the way that Sony is.
Unlike DLSRs, mirrorless cameras have innovated technology so much, which allows one to get speedy autofocus for fast paced photography. These cameras help photographers not just shoot moving subjects, but some go a little further, helping you get better results when photographing people of color.
Mirrorless vs DSLRs is a debate as old as the medium, with some preferring the former, while others prefer the latter. In more recent weeks, we have seen the rise of a third option, compact cameras, which are claiming larger shares than intended.