As we wrap up 2023, a year that featured a ton of incredible photography gear that will undoubtedly feature in many a photographer's kits for years to come, we began to wonder, "What popular photography gear from years past is much less common now?" [Read More]
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Let’s talk about gear, I know some of you are obsessed with it and the act of photography is just an excuse for acquiring more gear. I can kind of relate because chips are just delivery devices for salsas. petapixel.com »
2023-06-15 19:54
The National Award winners of the 2022 Sony World Photography Awards were recently announced. While we don't classify the success of a winning image based on what gear was used, it's nevertheless a fun stat to read about. thephoblographer.com »
2022-02-15 02:00
Do you have someone in your life who happens to love photography? Perhaps you are looking for a way to make them feel extra special after what’s been a tough year for all of us? If you’re not sure where to start, look no further. petapixel.com »
2021-04-29 17:47
Chances are that unless you're shooting with a dinosaur of a camera, your current gear is just fine. No matter how old your current gear is, you can still use it to create great pics. Still, you need to know how to create great images. thephoblographer.com »
2020-12-05 20:00
I first became interested in storms when I was a boy growing up in Texas, the only state in the US that experiences tornadoes, hurricane and blizzards on a regular basis. I built a scale model of a supercell thunderstorm inside a clear plexiglass box using cotton and a light bulb for lightning, and won […] petapixel.com »
2020-10-17 03:42
Every month we take a quick look at the photography gear you, our readers, have taken home. You've all been busy during September, that's for sure. Many of you are even on the same page, as many Sony and Fujifilm products have found new homes. thephoblographer.com »
2020-09-30 19:00
Photographers love to shop for new gear, but when that gear is for safety during your underwater photography session, shopping become essential. I wanted to write this article to discuss the safety standards (or lack thereof) in the underwater photography community. petapixel.com »
2020-07-29 21:40
Winning photographs of the 2020 iPhone Photography Awards The winning photos of the 2020 iPhone Photography Awards (IPPA) have been announced, showcasing incredible imagery from around the world captured on iPhone devices. dpreview.com »
2020-07-22 23:42
During the global lockdown, many landscape photographers who would normally be traveling the world and leading workshops have found themselves cooped up at home. Away from their element on location and with an abundance of free time, they’ve joined the online circuit of photography webinars, panels and interviews. For people still refining their own approach […] petapixel.com »
2020-07-15 20:39
Another long month of 2020 has passed by (thank goodness), and you guys and gals, our readers, have been busy adding all sorts of photography gear to your personal collections. We have seen a good mix of lenses, and cameras find new homes this month, and we're sure that everything will be out to good use. thephoblographer.com »
2020-07-02 13:00
There's nothing like buying new photography gear, and lots of you have given new homes to plenty of equipment during May. Lenses were the big sellers this month, with primes being the flavor of the month. thephoblographer.com »
2020-06-03 01:00
Los Angeles-based event photographer Mik Milman made this 11-minute video showing how he stores and organizes his photography gear. The centerpiece of his organizational strategy: a rolling tool chest. petapixel.com »
2020-04-08 19:19
There were some great deals on photography gear throughout March, and you guys and girls made the most of the deals that were on offer. With everything from photography accessories to lenses and cameras on sale, March was an excellent time to buy despite all that's going on. thephoblographer.com »
2020-04-03 19:00
2019 has been an excellent year for those who love seeing new photography gear hit the streets. There are have been many pieces of photography gear that have warmed our hearts in 2019, including the excellent Fujifilm X-Pro 3, and Sony's Megapixel monster, the A7R IV. thephoblographer.com »
2019-12-31 14:00
Lensrentals.com has posted their annual list of the most rented photography & videography gear of 2019 and looks pretty similar to the 2018 list. Most Read more... canonrumors.com »
2019-12-23 13:41
There have been some genuinely stunning deals on top-notch photography gear in September, and you guys and gals have been taking advantage of the savings. We've seen substantial price drops on great cameras, deep discounts on popular lenses, and some great deals on lighting gear too. thephoblographer.com »
2019-09-28 13:00
There have been some genuinely stunning deals on top-notch photography gear in September, and you guys and gals have been taking advantage of the savings. We've seen substantial price drops on great cameras, deep discounts on popular lenses, and some great deals on lighting gear too. thephoblographer.com »
2019-09-28 13:00
August is usually the hottest month of the year for many places. But this August has been even hotter than usual thanks to all of the incredible photography gear deals. We've seen camera prices slashed, and we've seen deep discounts on lenses too. thephoblographer.com »
2019-08-31 01:00
When a child gets a new toy, their parents often tell them not to take it to school where it’s showcased to their peers and then never seen again. As a photographer, your newest toys often have to come to work with you in order for you to keep flourishing at what you do. However, […] petapixel.com »
2019-07-11 20:42
Great street photography can be some of the most compelling forms of art that the human eye can fixate itself on. And whilst a photographer is only as good as their creative capabilities, having solid gear will certainly help them along their way. thephoblographer.com »
2019-06-06 13:00
Whether you're looking for a new camera, some new glass, a new computer or tablet to edit your photos with, or just need a new tripod, we have found, and shared some of the best deals on photography gear you'll find this Memorial Day. thephoblographer.com »
2019-05-27 07:00
Whether you're looking for a new camera, some new glass, a new computer or tablet to edit your photos with, or just need a new tripod, we have found, and shared some of the best deals on photography gear you'll find this Memorial Day. thephoblographer.com »
2019-05-27 07:00
Whether you're still wondering about your next DSLR, first mirrorless pick, or extra lens to play with, there's always one last question worth ticking on your checklist. Do the experts think it's the best choice? To help you come to a decision, the folks of the Technical Image Press Association has recently announced their selection of the best photography gear, accessories, and imaging tools for 2018. thephoblographer.com »
2018-04-22 07:00
A couple of weeks ago, Ted Forbes of The Art of Photography released a well-received video called WHY GEAR DOESN’T MATTER. This rebuttal, posted by Marc Falzon over at Analog Process, is one of the best arguments for how and why gear DOES matter that we’ve seen. petapixel.com »
2017-03-29 19:47
I'm gonna let you in on a dirty little secret of mine: I never liked the original Fujifilm X100. When it first came out, I was -like many others- enamored by the beautiful styling, but the operation of the camera just never gelled with me.
Godox's new Lux Cadet Retro Camera Flash embraces old-school style, following up on last year's Lux Junior and Senior on-camera flashes. [Read More]
I consider myself an ardent supporter of Ricoh/Pentax products and have always endeavored to review its cameras and lenses when many others have chosen not to. I also think that the Pentax brand has really found its niche as more of a boutique manufacturer, focusing on the classic SLR design -- a move that I think makes a ton of sense in today's waning market. [Read More]
Relegated to hard disks, USB drives, and the lately often unseen CD ROMs, digital photos aren't as lovingly stored as their predecessors. This wasn't the case with negatives and photo prints, which had a tactile experience when viewed.
As Gen Z snatches up 20-year-old point-and-shoots to get crappy photos without the distraction of a smartphone, an Australia-based start-up has a different approach. The Flashback ONE35 is a cheap digital point-and-shoot with the soul of a disposable film camera.
A Massachusetts couple tasked with cleaning out a storage unit was blown away after finding that it contained roughly 2,000 vintage cameras and lenses. [Read More]