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There's a craze going on right now for DSLRs and retro digicams. And it all makes so much sense. We've said for years that digital cameras feel flat and boring. That's because brands aren't being daring with their designs and they're all using the same parts. thephoblographer.com »
Over the past few days, I’ve leaked the full images and specs of the new Zeiss Otus 50 and 85mm f/1. 4 lenses. But Zeiss is being very cagey about this and has been having fun backing up the rumors. sonyalpharumors.com »
Smartphones are now something that we all rely on and they have become part of our everyday lives. However, when they first arrived, and as they developed, they posed a real risk to other industries. canonrumors.com »
U.S. Border Patrol agents will no longer use bodycams after a social media post revealed that individual agents could be identified via a smartphone app. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Earlier this year, Tiffen announced its new fusion filters, which combine its iconic Glimmerglass or Pro-Mist filters with CPLs. These are following the trends of other brands making stuff like this. thephoblographer.com »
Make no mistake, when it comes to innovation, Sony has done a whole lot for the camera world that the more traditional companies never did. When they dove into the world of DSLRs after buying Minolta, they had the world's attention with the Sony a900 -- a full-frame DSLR with a whopping 24 megapixels and the feeling of a very serious professional camera. thephoblographer.com »
Photographs of celebrated public figures are often scrutinized, revered, and adored, and they continue to shape public perception. They can ignite hope, inspire, or become a fond memory associated with one's past. thephoblographer.com »
There are days when I can't help but wonder about the life of my photos centuries down the line. What will happen to those photographs if they manage to survive. Will they be adored by my great-grandchildren, or will they be tucked away in whatever cloud storage device they have in store? But as I pondered over the future, another question popped up in my head: the now. thephoblographer.com »
Camera manufacturers, in many ways, have concluded defeat since the rise of smartphones. They realized they couldn't beat them in terms of production, versatility, or price, so it would be best if they focused on what's next: higher-end cameras. thephoblographer.com »
It's true: DSLRs are back. These are the cameras that I once swore off because of their lack of adaptability to being low-vision. But others swore them off for being too large, heavy, and not able to keep up with the technological needs required these days. thephoblographer.com »
American social media users woke up this morning to find that they no longer had access to TikTok after the much-anticipated ban was implemented. [Read More] petapixel.com »
We've got to admit it: modern Fujifilm cameras just don't have the same effect that they used to have. Ever since they've started to become something I like to call Sony Part 4, their soul has majorly suffered. thephoblographer.com »
When it comes to sensor technology, Nikon has been taking a back seat in recent years. While their cameras, like the Nikon Z9 and Z8, have been breaking new ground in the mirrorless segment, they have had to rely on Sony to produce sensors for these (and other) cameras. thephoblographer.com »
They're no strangers to the macro genre, currently having over a dozen macro lens models in their lineup. However, these two lenses from Laowa are unique as they're the first full-frame mirrorless tilt-shift macro lenses to be released by the brand. thephoblographer.com »
What are the best lenses under $1,000 for shooting in low light? Well, to us, they have to do a lot for little money. They of course, need to have image quality that we're satisfied with. Plus, they need to be weather resistant to ensure that the longevity of the product stays. thephoblographer.com »
DJI has single-handedly proved that they are kings of the drone market. The company had immense success, and its products are no short of being exceptional at the price point they are given. When Sony decided to venture into the same market, they discontinued their drone. thephoblographer.com »
One of the biggest things that I've seen as the Editor in Chief of one of the last standing photography publications is how photographers are choosing to portray themselves. The vast majority of photographers that we feature have websites -- but they don't necessarily update them. thephoblographer.com »
It's easy to look at Profoto lights and wonder why they're sometimes so damn expensive -- such as in the case of the new Profoto B3. Lots of folks tend to go for LEDs simply because they're easier to work with and they really don't know how to light. thephoblographer.com »
Fujifilm has said many times that they will never get into full frame. So instead, they've pushed APS-C and full-frame cameras. This is a strategy that Pentax did for many years until they finally caved. thephoblographer.com »
Tamron has been doing wonderfully well these years. They just released a new lens for Canon RF mount, making them the second company (after Sigma) to do so. Then there is their partnership with Nikon cameras, which many have praised. thephoblographer.com »
Whatever you think of Leica, they are obviously doing a lot of things right. They have reported that they have had the best financial results in their history. They claim they have seen growth in every region. canonrumors.com »
It's kind of rare when a big museum decides to give a lot of precedence to photography. But the MoMA in NYC has consistently impressed me with what they've tried to do. Not only do the fully acknowledge it as art, but they actively try to help people understand why these photographers made the work they do and why it's different from snapshots. thephoblographer.com »
With 20 years in the photo industry and 15 years running the Phoblographer, I can say with authenticity a few very valid statements about Nikon. Like a silver or bronze medalist that everyone forgets about, they've always believed that they should wear gold. thephoblographer.com »
Photographers have always captured reality or recreated figments of their imaginations. Whatever they saw or felt was made into a tactile print to hold and nurture. Similarly, they returned to their trustworthy photographs when they wished to relive or remember a specific moment because memory, after all, is like a tide. thephoblographer.com »
Photobooks are portals to another world. They offer great insights into the subjects they're based on and also give a glimpse into the photographer's psyche. While photobooks are expensive, they are one of the most creative means of showcasing your work. thephoblographer.com »
A couple of SAR reader noticed that inside CVP’s review of the new Sony 85mm f/1.4 GMII lens they teased the launch of a norther new “product” that is coming soon. From the way they presented It looks like it’s a camera. Now, I am a bit skeptic, I find it odd that they would… sonyalpharumors.com »
Some photographs are not documents of a lived reality; they transcend to become an emotion, a fleeting sentiment captured like the lines of poetry. They don't reveal their true nature at one quick glance; instead, they entice you with queries, provoking you to peel back each layer to witness their true essence. thephoblographer.com »
When Chinese lens brands initially began to compete with Japanese and European camera and lens manufacturers, they were met with resistance. After all, people didn't trust these devices' quality, build, and performance. thephoblographer.com »
After announcing a way for photographers to make money, build community, and get hired by brands for licensing deals, VSCO still isn't done in 2024. Mind you, they've done all this while using AI ethically. thephoblographer.com »
After announcing a way for photographers to make money, build community, and get hired by brands for licensing deals, VSCO still isn't done in 2024. Mind you, they've done all this while using AI ethically. thephoblographer.com »
I was a minor photojournalist once. I wasn't taking iconic photos and nobody cares about my body of work. But I will tell you two things: I loved it and I didn't get paid very much. [Read More] petapixel.com »
TESDO sat down with the development team of the Canon RF 24-105 F2.8L IS USM Z, and they aren't done with the landmark lenses that have never been done before. There was a time when Canon's lens development was pretty conservative and couldn't do a good wide angle if they tried (and they did try, [...] Source canonrumors.com »
While it's easy -- and sometimes fun -- to get caught up in discussions of gear and worry about what's the best camera or lens, some photographers are instead laser-focused on how they can use whatever gear they have to create the exact artwork they envision. petapixel.com »
The work of an early 20th-century photographer who set out on a 30-year mission to document Native American tribes was almost forgotten about entirely until his work was rediscovered years later. [Read More] petapixel.com »
The work of an early 20th-century photographer who set out on a 30-year mission to document Native American tribes was almost forgotten about entirely until his work was rediscovered years later. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Scientists think they may have captured a colossal squid baby on camera -- potentially making it the first-ever footage of the elusive creature in the wild. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Sigma CEO Kazuto Yamaki Photo: Richard Butler "All camera and lens manufacturers have to be innovative," says Sigma CEO Kazuto Yamaki, but "technology competition among manufacturers may not always be beneficial to customers. dpreview.com »
Kolari Vision has been with me through, well, since forever. So they will always be one of my favorite and go-to vendors in the camera accessory market space. Over the years, they have grown from just doing camera body IR conversions (they did my original 20D conversion) to offering filters, adapters, and more things than [. canonrumors.com »
Our friends at SmallRig know releases are coming for Sony, Canon, and Panasonic very soon. Of course, they would be privy to details well before others because they must design the rigs for the various new cameras. canonrumors.com »
Multi-shot modes can have their moments, especially if there's any degree of motion correction available. I had to borrow a tripod to capture this shot and even after all that it doesn't show a major boost over the single-shot image of the same scene. dpreview.com »
Almost every camera manufacturer makes its own photo editing software, but we aren't super enthused to use any of them -- especially if camera features are locked behind them. [Read More] petapixel.com »
I'm not sure why they're not saying it directly, but the Fujifilm Instax Mini 99 is the successor to the Mini 90. We did that review over a decade ago. There's a trend with Fujifilm in 2024. So far, it seems like they're releasing products that are, honestly, kind of late. thephoblographer.com »
Introduction Photo: Richard Butler At the core, both Sony's a7R V and Leica's SL 3 share a fundamental building block: a 60MP BSI CMOS sensor. But almost everything layered on top of that foundation diverges in radically different directions. dpreview.com »
Go to a museum for a photo exhibit, and you'll see lots of old photographs. This might be necessary because of what the image is of, the time it was shot, or other reasons. Greener photographers might find these images boring. thephoblographer.com »
During Sunday's Super Bowl commercials, a set of incredible photos were seen by some 123 million people. Regardless of where you stand on the Jesus-themed ad, it was a pretty cool moment for photography. [Read More] petapixel.com »
It’s hard not to like a solid wide-angle lens. They’re some of our favorites here on the site because they’re very fun to play with and use. Though in many cases, they’re very expensive. thephoblographer.com »
Scientists attached cameras to polar bears and the shocking footage revealed that the animals are starving due to the rapidly shrinking sea ice. [Read More] petapixel.com »
There's a unique thing about a LUMIX camera that puts power in the photographer's hands and makes us think photographers rather than outsourcing tons of tasks to our devices. They focus on the critical matters to ensure that no photographer will make a photograph they'll dislike. thephoblographer.com »
Look at that patina! It’s beautiful! The Phoblographer has given away some really cool stuff as part of our membership program. This month, the Phoblographer is giving away a beautiful Nikomat EL camera to one lucky subscriber. thephoblographer.com »
A dear friend of mine in the photo industry gave me a gift in the form of a beautiful quote. "There’s a whole generation of young people who are shooting film far more than digital, and they’re hungry for legit knowledge of the film experience," he said. thephoblographer.com »
