The resurgence of compact cameras is well documented, with consumers flocking back to small, pocketable dedicated cameras. Even as smartphone image quality has continued to improve, photographers are again seeking a special, bespoke photographic experience.
The OM System has been pretty silent about giving us successors of the popular Pen lineup. Users have been asking for one for a long time with no sort of hints at what's coming. On the other hand, the company recently launched OM3, which has the retro-style of the original EM5.
Recent reports of Fujifilm GFX100RF and Hasselblad X2D II cameras have excited many photographers. However, what is getting the most attention is how each of these devices potentially utilizes a Sony 102MP sensor, which has sparked the imagination of the latter brand's followers.
This one may get a lot of you riled up, but it was a long time coming. There are times when camera manufacturers know what they are doing, and then there are other times when the newer devices simply lack any innovation.
The debate around higher megapixels vs better features has been around since the introduction of digital cameras. During the analog era, ergonomics, build, lens and film quality, and so on were the main focus.
Rumors and leaks can either excite brand loyalists, or they can divide them. Canon's latest image leak of an upcoming camera is the former. From the looks of it, Canon is now finding new ways to make its camera bodies smaller and smaller, which is something many loyalists would prefer.
Everyone seems to be craving a retro digital camera these days. While Fujifilm's X series was one of the few camera lineups that catered to this need, Nikon, OM System, and Pentax are the recent additions focusing on the same.
A lot of us yearn for the days when digital photography was so much simpler. I don't miss pixel peeping -- in fact, we never encouraged it here at the Phoblographer. We know that we're not alone here, and we're in love with Retro Digital.
Digital cameras are gradually becoming the new norm. While this device is largely used by Gen Z and a few millennials (like myself), a digital camera or a vintage edition is preferred despite its small sensor size.
Manufacturers for years have worked with authorized repair techs to handle the repair of your camera. But intermittently, they'd pull the authorization and parts availability. However, in the United States, all 50 states have now introduced Right to Repair legislation.
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.
Sony photographers are going to love this! With the Phoblographer's presets, you can speed up how you work in Lightroom. You folks asked for them, and now you've got them! Over the years, the Phoblographer's staffers have tested various cameras and lenses as well as film emulsions.
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.
Sony will join pretty much every camera manufacturer in announcing new wares for the CP+ show in late February. Both rumored lenses look like they’ll be the kind of lenses that will be popular.
Although we have stepped into 2025, we are quite yet done with the previous year. In our previous coverage, you may have seen headlines about the most popular cameras for pros, anticipated cameras we should have seen in 2024, and old devices that are perfect even in 2024.
The year 2024 has been a positive time for the camera industry. Why? The Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA) recently revealed its stats for the month of November. From the looks of it, things are finally picking up, and clearly, consumers are inclined to buy cameras that we thought had been going defunct: the mighty DSLR.
There are obvious questions about the Content Authenticity Initiative by Adobe that still are being worked out. However, we have a lot of hope that it's going to help the future of the web. One of the biggest problems the web currently faces is misinformation with generative AI imagery.
A few days ago, our Gear Editor, Feroz Khan, saw a Kickstarter Campaign by Sidekick Pro, where the company was looking to fund its new set of bag ideas. Feroz quickly noted that while there are increasingly many campaigns for these bags, nothing is rarely done to perfect them or work on the loopholes.
Last year, we saw more than a handful of releases from all the big photography brands. Sony launched its a9 II, an absolute whopper of a camera that ticked almost all the boxes professionals were looking for.
As the year begins on a relatively good note, questions about the camera market begin to circulate on the internet. Over the years, reports of a decline in the camera market have been persistent, with very few feeling the need to switch from a smartphone to a dedicated camera.
After a series of teasers, OnePlus has officially unveiled not only the flagship OnePlus 13 smartphone but the OnePlus 13R, a budget-friendly alternative. Both models emphasize photography features and have been co-developed with legendary camera brand Hasselblad. [Read More]
Smartphones are one of the most dominant tools of photography today. There was a point when digital cameras would do the job, but with the advent of smartphones, many have pivoted to a compact device that can do it all.
Buying a camera is like entering into an agreement with the brand. You’re handing over your hard-earned cash, and they are giving you the best product they can, or at least that’s how it used to be. [Read More]
Portrait photographers are going to love this! With the Phoblographer's presets, you can speed up how you work in Lightroom. You folks asked for them, and now you've got them! Over the years, the Phoblographer's staffers have tested various cameras and lenses as well as film emulsions.
The beauty of photography is not only in the act of image-making but also in the device with which we photograph. From wet glass plates to analog to digital—we have made leaps and bounds of advancement.
For its fourth year in a row, PetaPixel has gathered its team together to guess the things they just know are going to take place over the next calendar year. All of us are, as usual, ready to be very, very wrong. [Read More]
Canon and Sony have been competing for a long time. While one is a giant in the DSLR segment, the other has been owning the mirrorless segment. However, despite Canon having the largest sales (thanks to 3.
There are more discounts on memory cards at B&H Photo. There are currently a lot of SDXC cards with good to great discounts from various brands including Lexar, SanDisk, OWC, Sony and more. There are also a lot of multipack deals from various brands Some of the Biggest Discounts Check out all of the discounts [...] Source
Fujifilm, Nikon, and Sony all released second-quarter financial results for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, offering a look at the overall health of the imaging industry. [Read More]
Japanese retail analyst firm BCN+R recently investigated the rapidly changing video camera market and has now set its sights on the compact camera segment, asking, "Is the compact camera dead?" [Read More]
Sony is offering discounts of up to $600 off for cameras and $200 off for lenses.
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We have yet again encountered a unique time of the month: camera sales ranking! This time, Map Camera (first reported by Digicame-Infor), one of Japan's biggest camera stores, has revealed the list.
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.
One of the most exciting times of the month is here: BCN Ranking for cameras. The Japanese company, known for providing market share and sales data, revealed its order to sell mirrorless cameras in August.
Collaborations and partnerships are among the most effective marketing instruments. In recent years, many camera manufacturers have opted for cross-branding, especially as social media channels have become crucial to building awareness.
A Next-Generation Full-Frame E-Mount Lens Offering Significant Resolution, Size, and Autofocus Upgrades SAN DIEGO, Aug. 28, 2024. Sony Electronics introduces the FE 85mm F1. 4 GM II (SEL85F14GM2), a premium lens that delivers high resolution, smooth bokeh, and fast AF (autofocus) in a lightweight and compact body.
If you've considered moving away from Lightroom, then give our Capture One presets a try! With the Phoblographer's presets, you can speed up how you work in both Capture One and Lightroom. You folks asked for them, and now you've got them! Over the years, the Phoblographer's staffers have tested various cameras and lenses as well as film emulsions.
Memory cards are among the most essential tools in a photographer's kit and also among the most expensive. A decent memory card can cost hundreds of dollars, and its read and write speed can impact how you photograph.
With the conclusion of the Olympics, one thing became clear—mirrorless cameras are now here to stay. If you don't believe me, you must look at this new report from BCN+R. As per their document, today, over 95% of all interchangeable lens cameras sold are mirrorless.
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.
Mirrorless cameras are constantly one-upping each other. As technology continually plays a game of leapfrog, choosing a camera isn’t an easy decision. But, our team has reviewed a majority of the mirrorless cameras available from the biggest brands — and, despite, the pace of innovation, there are a few clear winners when it comes to choosing the best mirrorless camera.
It's a pretty well known fact that Capture One gives you better colors when editing. With the Phoblographer's presets, you can speed up how you work in both Capture One and Lightroom. You folks asked for them, and now you've got them! Over the years, the Phoblographer's staffers have tested various cameras and lenses as well as film emulsions.
A while back, we published a guide to the best cameras for beginners. And recently we updated that guide with the options we know that a brand new photographer will really enjoy. Cameras these days have a very steady influx of updates -- and most cameras only have a two-year lifespan if anything.
Sony's greatest advantage has been its early adoption of mirrorless technology. While Epson, Lumix, and even Nikon had their own mirrorless versions, Sony saw the future unlike any other. Their Alpha range, which continues to be the most applauded series in the mirrorless segment, changed the future of the camera industry in 2013.
A new report alleges that Apple will start using Samsung sensors in its iPhones as soon as 2026, ending the exclusive use of Sony sensors which has persisted for more than 10 years. [Read More]
So far this year, Sony is leading the sales race in Japan for interchangeable lens mirrorless cameras, while Canon is dominating the charts for DSLR cameras. [Read More]
NBC announced that it selected Sony as its broadcast equipment partner for the production of the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic games in Paris. This includes cameras, monitors, lenses, and accessories across the entire NBC broadcast operation. [Read More]
The early 2010s were the golden age of compact cameras. Many of us stopped calling them point and shoots and instead called them things like serious compacts, fixed lens cameras, or compact cameras.
In many of our camera reviews over the years, we've noticed a trend: small sensor cameras are really starting to suck. A good camera does the job you need. But a good camera is also one that you can use repeatedly yet never loses its intrigue.
The FE 24-50mm f/2. 8 G is designed for Sony Alpha full-frame E-mount mirrorless cameras, but it also works with APS-C sensor cameras (with an effective focal length of 36-75mm due to the 1. 5x crop factor).
It has been a busy year for new photo and video gear, and many excellent new cameras, lenses, and other gear hit store shelves in 2024. A lot of this gear is, admittedly, pricey and sometimes niche.
The latest CIPA results show that May was an excellent and interesting month for the photography industry. For the January through May period, camera sales hit their highest levels in the past three years. [Read More]
7Artisans has announced a 27mm f/2.8 STM autofocus lens for APS-C Sony E-mount cameras, like the a6400, a6700, and vlog-centric ZV-E10. 7Artisans only just recently began making autofocus-equipped lenses. [Read More]
This past week, the PetaPixel team came across an opinion on another photography blog that we didn't think was fair. In short, it argued that all "small sensor cameras suck," which is just not true. [Read More]
Every year, Lensrentals publishes a list of the most popular photo and video gear and Canon remains at the top.
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Flickr is a popular resource for photos captured by people worldwide. While platforms like Instagram may have usurped Flickr as a social media hub, Flickr remains a go-to destination for enthusiasts and professional photographers to share their work. [Read More]
Innovation from Canon got me into photography, but sadly Canon and its competitors lost their way.
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ChatGPT has already proven to be a powerful tool for writing and answering questions, but it also has the knowledge to help photographers create their own custom photo styles for Fujifilm and Sony cameras. [Read More]
Every camera brand makes excellent cameras. However, as the popular photography YouTube channel Mango Street shows with its humorous "camera brand support group" video, that doesn't mean photographers can't laugh at themselves and some of the stereotypes surrounding their preferred manufacturer. [Read More]
Carrying on a tradition we started last year, PetaPixel has gathered its staff together to discuss the things they know, not just think, will take place over the course of the next calendar year.
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]
Skies and Scopes have released its findings from analyzing all of the images shortlisted by the Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition from since 2017 to figure out which cameras and accessories are being used by the best astrophotographers in the world today. [Read More]
The smartphone has won the compact camera battle, and that ship has well and truly sailed. The only surprising thing about this news is that it took so long for the compact camera to finally die. [Read More]
Last year, the American Society of Media Photographers (ASMP) launched the ASMP Academy. Today the organization announced that it has partnered with Sony to grow into an even more comprehensive resource for photographers. [Read More]
Canon and Sony made up a vast majority of the camera sales in 2020, which saw a 40% dip in market size globally during what was an incredibly rough year for the industry and the market is only predicted to shrink further.
Sony Electronics developed a custom camera especially for the filming of the upcoming F1 movie which effectively untethers the body of the camera from the sensor. [Read More]
In Sony's 2024 Corporate Report, the company explains the performance of all its sectors, including its camera business. Sony has claimed yet again that it has achieved the number one market share in the full-frame interchangeable lens market. [Read More]
The 7Artisans 85mm f/1.8 AF lens for full-frame E-mount cameras is available now for just $299, making it among the most affordable 85mm prime lenses for Sony mirrorless cameras. [Read More]
7Artisans announced the 50mm f/1.8 lens for full-frame Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras. It is the company's first-ever autofocus-equipped lens. [Read More]
Earlier this week, OnePlus fully revealed its latest flagship smartphone, the OnePlus 12. While PetaPixel continues to work on a full review, which will deliver a deep dive into the phone's photo features, it is worth taking a closer look at the Hasselblad-branded camera system. [Read More]
Nextorage выпустила две новые карты CFexpress Type A, которые превосходят текущие варианты на рынке и обладают впечатляющей скоростью при поддержке камер Sony. Карты типа A обычно медленнее, чем карты типа B, поскольку у них есть только половина линий PCIe для работы, но они значительно меньше.
Now in its third year, PetaPixel has gathered its team together to guess the things they just know are going to take place over the next calendar year. All of us are, as usual, ready to be very, very wrong. [Read More]
Skies and Scopes has released its annual gear analysis of the shortlisted images from the Royal Observatory Greenwich's Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition. [Read More]
Sigma 50mm F1. 4 DG DN Art был протестирован на камере Sony A7R IV с разрешением 60 МП и получил оценку от DXOMARK в 55 баллов — самый высокий балл в базе данных независимой лаборатории за качество изображения.
Cameras all have a pretty solid set of features and design elements that appeal to a wide range of users. But, for the most part, pretty much all of them lack a set of features that would make them all a lot more powerful and enjoyable to use. [Read More]