The best lenses under $500 are probably the ones you already have. In fact, if you've used your camera for a while now, we'd be shocked if you didn't pick these up. There are few things that make us happier than adding an affordable gem of a lens to your camera bag.
And because we know that not everyone has over $1,000 to spare on their hobby or profession, we're rounding up these little gems for you. Take a look, and dive in with us!. thephoblographer.com
Image: Insta360 Insta360 has announced the GO 3S, an updated version of its diminutive GO 3 action camera. Like the previous version of the camera, the GO3S nests inside an 'Action Pod' that serves as a housing, remote control, and charger for the camera, along with a 2. dpreview.com »
2024-06-13 16:00
A mirrorless camera with interchangeable lenses will not get you better pictures; knowledge will. Your phone is incredibly capable for sure. And an interchangeable lens camera can be much more capable than your phone, but you need to apply know-how. thephoblographer.com »
2023-05-02 07:00
There are sometimes problems with trying to import photos from your camera to your Mac. Sometimes I've tried to hook a camera up to my mac and have it read from the camera only to have it fail. In certain situations, it's a problem with camera and lens compatibility -- such as with Tamron's 70-300mm and Nikon's Z9. thephoblographer.com »
2023-01-21 02:00
The reason why you step up from a smartphone to a dedicated camera to begin with is for the zoom functions. Your smartphone can't do it anywhere as well as a dedicated camera with a dedicated lens can. thephoblographer.com »
2022-11-04 19:00
If your area is getting back to doing concerts again, get excited. It means that you folks have the virus under control. But we're sure that you probably want to shoot photos. That's going to be kind of tough to do. thephoblographer.com »
2021-08-08 19:00
Here’s a 1.5-minute video tutorial that could improve your workflow if you’re often correcting perspective distortions in your photos. In it, Photoshop Training Channel teaches how to get the job done by converting your photo into a Smart Object and then using Photoshop’s Camera Raw Filter. In the new version of Camera Raw, the tools […] petapixel.com »
2020-09-01 21:15
It's a fairly common problem with all sorts of cameras. You're out shooting, and you suddenly feel the camera get pretty hot. We've had it happen with a lot of different ones that we test, and we always try different approaches. thephoblographer.com »
2020-07-31 13:00
June is starting off with a bang when it comes to camera deals and other photography-related sales. You can grab Canon's M50 with a lens for $499, the Fujifilm X-T3 is a bargain at $1,199, and the Olympus E-M1 II, with perhaps the best IBIS on the market, has dropped to $1,099! Sony's a7r IV has a steep discount too! Need accessories? Calibrate your monitor with the Datacolor SpyderX Pro for just $148. thephoblographer.com »
2020-06-06 13:00
Thinking of getting into medium format film photography and looking for a camera to start your journey with? One of the newer cameras you might want to check out -- but most likely haven't heard of -- is the Bronica RF645 rangefinder camera. thephoblographer.com »
2020-01-09 20:00
Ever ended up with a poorly exposed photo even when your camera was set in one of the semi-automatic or program modes? This is not at all uncommon, so it's important that you know how to make some adjustments and not rely on your camera's meter all the time. thephoblographer.com »
2019-09-12 10:00
I think that a great exercise for photographers involves not having your camera with you and also not using the camera on your phone at all. Instead, you should just immerse yourself in an experience lest you get a photo that is otherwise subpar and will end up buried somewhere in a social media feed only to be forgotten for a few double taps. thephoblographer.com »
2019-08-13 07:00
So, you've decided to move on from your smartphone camera and get a DSLR or mirrorless camera so you can practice photography more seriously. After figuring out your camera's controls, you can either start shooting right away on Program or Auto mode, or get full control over how your photos will turn out by learning how to set the aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. thephoblographer.com »
2019-03-13 22:00
You never forget your first camera. Mine was a Miranda Automex III which, despite not being fully functional, sparked my interest in photography and I’ve been hooked ever since. If you’re looking to take your first steps up the photography ladder, you’ve come to the right place. digitalrev.com »
2019-03-07 03:00
Is your analog arsenal still missing a twin-lens reflex camera? Ready your camera shelves (and your wallet) because we're back with another fascinating vintage find, fresh from the camera corners of ebay. thephoblographer.com »
2018-05-23 01:00
Is your analog arsenal still missing a twin-lens reflex camera? Ready your camera shelves (and your wallet) because we're back with another fascinating vintage find, fresh from the camera corners of ebay. thephoblographer.com »
2018-05-23 01:00
Photography is a wonderful thing; pick up any camera and any lens and with that you can capture the world, for just a moment, to be preserved as long as the medium which holds it survives. It is a timeless, though under appreciated, a gift to the future. thephoblographer.com »
2018-03-13 19:00
Photography is a wonderful thing; pick up any camera and any lens and with that you can capture the world, for just a moment, to be preserved as long as the medium which holds it survives. It is a timeless, though under appreciated, a gift to the future. thephoblographer.com »
2018-03-13 19:00
At first glance, focusing seems pretty easy, right? You just point your camera, half press the shutter button until you hear a beep, and then take the shot. While at its simplest focusing can be this straightforward, if you want to harness the sharpest shots from your camera it takes a little more consideration and understanding of how the autofocus system works. digitalrev.com »
2018-02-22 03:00
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2017-11-09 00:31
Autofocus on most modern cameras is pretty reliable, but sometimes it doesn't quite get it right. Occasionally this is made worse by our own technique, or by not setting our camera up in the best possible way. digitalrev.com »
2017-05-25 03:00
Alpine Labs, the company behind the Pulse camera remote, is back on Kickstarter with a more powerful and versatile triggering device. The Spark camera remote allows for triggering your camera in three ways: you can either use it as an infrared wireless remote, control, plug it into your camera with a cable and use it as a wired remote, or connect it to your smartphone and a dedicated app via Bluetooth to unlock a variety of creative trigger options. dpreview.com »
2017-04-17 21:12
What does your camera look like? What does that style and appearance say about you as a person, as a photographer? It is not uncommon to care about what your camera looks like, though this aesthetic preference usually takes a back seat (as it should) to other more important issues with a camera, such as image quality, performance, etc. thephoblographer.com »
2017-04-04 16:02
Five camera accessories you probably didn't need Plenty of useful camera accessories come on to the market every year – but among them are some real duds. So let's take a look back at some of the worst offenders, shall we? The first product that comes to mind, at least around here, is the Sony Party-shot. dpreview.com »
2017-01-26 12:00
Fresh out of the box: Getting started with your first ILC For the more established and experienced photographers of the internet, I will borrow the dedication page to Mark Z. Danielewski's "House of Leaves:" This is not for you. dpreview.com »
2016-12-25 12:00
If you were to ask me about a specific time in my life when photography made a significant impact, I would say the fall of 2011. For my birthday, my husband surprised me by taking me out for lunch at a tiny burger dive, and then stopping in at the local art museum. He’s not […] petapixel.com »
2016-12-24 20:09
For the past few years, I have been really enjoying pushing the iPhone camera as far as it can go, to do photography projects that many people might not have realized you can do with an iPhone. I also use other cameras, but there’s something fun about the always-in-your-pocket aspect of iPhone photography. #1: Snowflake […] petapixel.com »
2016-12-22 00:51
Photographer Peter McKinnon suggests 8 simple camera hacks that he uses when caught unprepared while shooting outdoors. Many of the items seen in the video are common everyday accessories that you can find lying around the house such as a belt, knife, and torch. digitalrev.com »
2016-12-15 03:00
Episode 131 of the PetaPixel Photography Podcast. Download MP3 – Subscribe via iTunes, Google Play or RSS! Featured: Robin Layton, Nikon Ambassador In This Episode If you subscribe to the PetaPixel Photography Podcast in iTunes, please take a moment to rate and review us and help us move up in the rankings so others interested in photography may find us. Sponsor: […] petapixel.com »
2016-12-08 13:16
Have your say: Best high-end compact of 2016 Although it's true that 'compact' usually refers to cameras small in size, here, we use it to refer to any camera with a non-removable lens. This makes for an interesting spread of cameras, with 1"-type sensors and APS-C sensors, prime lenses and zoom lenses, pocketable wonders and DSLR-styled bridge cameras. dpreview.com »
2016-12-07 20:59
There are unfortunately times when technology just lets us down. It’s not always because it inevitably breaks either: sometimes it is simply because every piece of gear has its strengths and weaknesses, and flash triggers are no exception. petapixel.com »
2016-11-30 22:07
Just in time for the holiday shopping rush, we've updated our camera roundups. We've distilled everything we know about just about every camera on the market and recommended the models that stood out for us. dpreview.com »
2016-11-24 14:01
GearEye is a new smart gear management system that can help photographers keep an “eye” on the gear in their camera bags. It uses RFID tags to track each of your precious items, alerting you if anything is absent from the roll call. petapixel.com »
2016-11-19 21:15
Want to try out some primo shooting gear but price tags and social interaction give you the shivers? With a new Oculus Rift app, Canon’s giving you the chance to enter a virtual world of photography and get your hands on a range of their kit. digitalrev.com »
2016-11-10 03:00
Photography is our playground. We play in it everyday: with our phones, DSLRs, mirrorless cameras, etc. We love discovering more about it… we love to hate it. Many of us start by taking our first pictures, we create grotesque edits to help “fix” crappy compositios and play too often with depth of field. Then we […] petapixel.com »
2016-11-04 21:57
“What was your first camera?” The answer to that question can reveal a lot about a person. Did you start on digital or film? Was it an SLR, a point-and-shoot, maybe even a medium format camera? Was it your mom’s camera? In this fun video, 10 top industry photographers share what their first camera was. […] petapixel.com »
2016-11-04 19:10
We recently asked ten well-known photographers a simple question: "What was your first camera?" Some of the answers may surprise you. What was your first camera? Tell us in the comments! dpreview.com »
2016-11-04 14:00
If cute animal selfie masks are the wave of the future, then Facebook isn't going to sit idly by. The company will be updating its in-app camera function with some Snapchat and Prisma style functions soon. dpreview.com »
2016-10-28 20:53
Dear Apple, We’ve been a big fan of yours for quite a few years now. All of us have owned or used Apple products at one time or another, but really, what’s the deal with these new MacBook Pros? Let’s cut to the chase with the most obvious issue - the SD card slot. digitalrev.com »
2016-10-28 03:00
Throwback Thursday: Game Boy Camera It's probably no surprise that you won't find a review or a score for the Game Boy Camera in DPReview's archives. Even by 1998 standards, the Game Boy Camera was a bit underwhelming in terms of technology. dpreview.com »
2016-10-27 14:00
Autofocusing with cameras is one of the biggest features that are always kept in mind when someone makes a purchase. Unfortunately though, not everyone knows how to take the best advantage of what their camera offers them. thephoblographer.com »
2016-10-13 13:02
Ever since embarking on a cross-country move last August I’ve been meaning to display some of my cameras and, at last, spurred by a recent PetaPixel post, I finally did. While I was inspired by the HANGIE cameras mounts, their $21 to $25 per-mount price tag and my tight budget required a cheaper, DIY alternative. […] petapixel.com »
2016-09-03 21:55
Less than a year after announcing its DJI Osmo camera with its 3-axis brushless gimbal, DJI is back with yet another handheld stabilizer… this time for your smartphone. It’s called the DJI Osmo Mobile. petapixel.com »
2016-09-01 17:48
Recently we have seen several camera bags that look like anything but camera bags, and Wandrd's new Prvke 21 is the latest example for this trend. dpreview.com »
2016-08-29 22:14
The idea of cleaning your camera’s sensor fills many photographers with dread. It may seem difficult or complicated but it is actually much more straightforward than you may think. In this article, I will give you a simple guide on how to check for sensor dust and how to effectively clean your camera’s sensor. Today […] petapixel.com »
2016-08-23 17:02
The best thing ever for a passionate photographer is finding a deal. And luckily, that's possible in the macro photography world now. Macro lenses used to be specialized. But these days you can get those capabilities pretty cheaply.