Over the past several years, I have watched as the prices for compact film cameras have steadily increased into the sort of price ranges usually reserved for collectible cameras. This was inevitable.
These cameras are getting expensive not just because they are more popular, but also because there are fewer and fewer or them available […]. petapixel.com
Last year, some unexpected camera trends became mainstream, which many of us couldn't believe. It was the year when vintage digital cameras made an explosive comeback, disposable analog cameras became a ranging hit, and where people ditched sharpness for a soft, blurry aesthetic. thephoblographer.com »
2025-01-06 17:00
I've written before about how APS-C cameras and other small sensors are more or less moot these days. The exceptions to that rule have to do with them being in compact cameras -- that's something we can get behind. thephoblographer.com »
2024-08-22 13:00
From a full-frame perspective, the Nikon Z9, Canon R3, and Sony a1 are arguably the best cameras you can buy today. In terms of being featured packed, they all give you the absolute best for each dollar you invest in them. thephoblographer.com »
2023-11-02 13:00
Digital cameras are great -- the technology they are built upon is remarkable, underpinned by remarkably sophisticated designs. Not only that, but the pictures they acquire are of such astonishing quality that they make anything that went before pale in comparison. petapixel.com »
2022-03-28 22:25
Can you believe a quarter of 2021 has already passed? There's already so much going on this year. On top of the ongoing pandemic, we are now in the midst of an electronics shortage, and yes, that includes cameras. thephoblographer.com »
2021-03-31 01:00
There are cameras out there that are designed to make specific genres of photography easy. There are cameras designed for wildlife, sports, portraiture, and more. Believe it or not, there are even cameras that are designed just for Astrophotography. thephoblographer.com »
2021-03-06 08:00
Who remembers when 3D imaging was all the rage? We had 3D-capable TVs and pretty horrible 3D cameras that could be found in phones. The HTC EVO 3D comes to mind. Wow, what a terrible experience that was. thephoblographer.com »
2021-02-27 08:00
Gone are the days where you needed to carry big, bulky cameras around to get top-notch image quality. Now, you can get your hands on Mirrorless cameras that are tiny. The lightweight cameras we've listed here are small in size. thephoblographer.com »
2021-02-09 20:00
A lot of gear roundups we do focus on affordable, feature-packed cameras. Those cameras are honestly more than enough for 99% of photographers. However, what if money was no problem? What if some luxurious cameras were calling your name? We're talking cameras that feature the most beautiful build materials. thephoblographer.com »
2020-12-19 20:00
Some cameras are a bit pricey, and all of us are always looking for discounts. Used cameras are sometimes the best way to go. They've already been tested by someone else. And when you buy them, the seller will always tell you about the camera. thephoblographer.com »
2020-11-24 08:00
Intro The Nikon Z6 II and Z7 II are the first time the company has used 'Mark II' branding and it makes sense: these are relatively subtle refreshes of already established cameras. However, while the overall specs of the cameras don't change dramatically, the updates and improvements address a number of key criticisms of the original models and will start to add up for some users. dpreview.com »
2020-10-15 14:00
As soon as some digital cameras are released, they make shockwaves through the industry, and they forever go down as instant classics, and then there are some that slip through the cracks. It's not until a good few years down the line that we start to appreciate just what these overlooked and underappreciated cameras were about and just how fantastic they were for their time. thephoblographer.com »
2020-08-12 19:00
Fact, you don't have to go out and blow large amounts of money on the latest and great cameras to be able to produce excellent results. Fact; a lot of older digital cameras, both Mirrorless and DSLR, are more than capable and have tons of features that make them a worthwhile buy even if they are a good few years old. thephoblographer.com »
2020-05-11 13:00
Can you believe February is over already? My how times flies! You, our readers, didn't waste any time, though, when it comes to adding new photography gear to your collections. For all who think that only Full-Frame cameras are popular, or that Micro Four Thirds is dead, we have to say that you're mistaken. thephoblographer.com »
2020-02-29 14:00
Modern Mirrorless cameras are simply fantastic. Under the hood, modern cameras are more powerful than we ever could have imagined, but a lot of cameras that hit the market today leave a lot to be desired when it comes to their styling. thephoblographer.com »
2020-02-09 02:00
Modern Mirrorless cameras are simply fantastic. Under the hood, modern cameras are more powerful than we ever could have imagined, but a lot of cameras that hit the market today leave a lot to be desired when it comes to their styling. thephoblographer.com »
2020-02-09 02:00
Sony has done a tremendous job of fleshing out its camera line up. No matter what budget you have, there are Sony cameras for you. The three Sony cameras we have featured in this roundup are all fantastic options for photographers who like to get out into nature, and who want to capture the splendor of the world around them. thephoblographer.com »
2019-12-05 02:00
When the term entry-level was muttered by photographers in years gone by, one would instantly think of incredibly poor performing, nothing to write home about cameras that really didn't inspire anyone to pick up the thing to create images, but my how times change. thephoblographer.com »
2019-05-23 01:00
Before Smartphones phones lived in our pockets and gave us access to cameras 24/7, instant cameras from the likes of Polaroid were all the rage. As the digital revolution took over, the instant analog camera business and many others started their sharp decline. thephoblographer.com »
2018-12-17 02:00
Burger King may have dropped its 'Have it your way' slogan but it seems to have been picked up, in spirit at least, by Canon. With the advent of the PowerShot G1 X III, you can essentially buy a variation of the same components in seven of its cameras. dpreview.com »
2017-10-18 15:00
Compact film cameras are a great thing for any photographer to be able to throw in their bag. More often than not, they're more durable than digital cameras and they use good old film--which is bound to give you great results that you simply cannot get with digital if you're doing it right. thephoblographer.com »
2017-09-28 13:00
Last updated: June 16, 2017 For those wanting to step up from entry-level and midrange ILCs, there are many things to consider, including the choice between a DSLR or mirrorless camera, what sensor size suits you best, how important video is to you, and of course the lens system. dpreview.com »
2017-06-16 09:24
Entry-level interchangeable lens cameras have never been so affordable or more capable. There are plenty of choices around the $500 mark that will take better pictures than most cameras ever made. dpreview.com »
2017-05-12 11:04
Entry-level interchangeable lens cameras have never been so affordable or more capable. There are plenty of choices around the $500 mark that will take better pictures than most cameras ever made. dpreview.com »
2016-11-21 22:16
For those wanting to step up from entry-level and midrange ILCs, there are many things to consider, including the choice between a DSLR or mirrorless camera, what sensor size suits you best, how important video is to you, and of course the lens system. dpreview.com »
2016-11-07 19:23
A few weeks ago, we shared an article about how cameras were used to launch the largest cyber attack in history. Then last week, a massive cyber attack quite literally broke the Internet. So, how did the hackers do it? You guessed right: cameras. petapixel.com »
2016-10-24 23:46
The fixed lens camera market may be a bit niche, but it's here that you'll find some of the best cameras you can buy. Sensors ranging from APS-C to full-frame are designed to match their lenses, which cover ranges from 28-75mm equiv. dpreview.com »
2016-10-04 00:22
Bridge and travel zoom cameras are two of the very few categories of compact cameras to survive the smartphone. Whether it's a travel zoom, which puts a 25X-30X zoom into your pocket, or a bridge camera which offers even more zoom, phones just can't compete. dpreview.com »
2016-10-04 00:05
If you ever see an ultra-slow-motion clip online, there’s a good chance that it was shot using a Phantom high-speed camera. The 12-minute video above is a behind-the-scenes look at how the cameras — which cost upwards of $150,000 — are made. petapixel.com »
2016-09-10 21:30
Action cameras have come a long way since the very first GoPro hit the market in 2005 (it used 35mm film, if you can believe that. ) They've increasingly shrunk in size, and video quality has improved dramatically with each new generation. dpreview.com »
2016-09-05 15:10
After wrapping our awards, PetaPixel's staff turned its attention to another annual project, "Bold Camera Predictions." The 2024 edition arrives later this week with the help of a special guest, but ongoing internal discussions birthed the camera of my dreams, a Sony RX1R II replacement. [Read More]
It’s been over two years since DJI released the DJI Mavic 3, an upgrade to their incredibly popular Mavic 2 Pro/Zoom series. In this new form factor, they redesigned the battery to offer a whopping 45-minute flight time, added Occusync 3.
Almost every year, GoPro releases a new action camera, and for the last few years, they’ve been pretty disappointing. Also, every year I seem to fall for their marketing and buy one of their action cameras only to lament that decision.
Designing and manufacturing camera gear ain’t easy, as anyone who has invested in a Kickstarter project can attest. The amount of technology that’s stuffed into gear is astonishing, but that doesn’t mean each product meets the needs of the photographer.