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The Best 50mm Lenses of the Past Decade
A 50mm lens, or a nifty fifty, is crucial in any photographer's arsenal. The focal length is perfect for various genres and offers features like sharp images with soft bokeh to enhance their subjects.
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The New Zeiss Otus Lens Leaks Are Here And They Are Exciting
This week is all about Zeiss. We already know the company is set to launch new lenses, and new rumors are coming in every day. However, we are here to share a new leak about Zeiss' upcoming Otus lineup that has surfaced online.
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The Return of the Zeiss Otus Lenses and What You Should Know
There is a lot of excitement going on in the photo industry, thanks to Zeiss's return. We have already mentioned that Zeiss is likely to launch its Otus lenses for the mirrorless market, and it has been confirmed that the launch will take place on February 25.
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Rumor of Zeiss Otus coming to Mirrorless Mounts
Zeiss posted a teaser on Instagram yesterday showing an image taken with a Zeiss 85mm F1. 4 lens. While that is not that newsworthy on their own, they certainly did tease that Zeiss was coming out with something soon.
08:00
How to Buy a DSLR in Today’s Mirrorless Camera World
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.
14:00
Nikon Zf Review: The Firmware Updates Changed Everything
We've updated our Nikon Zf review from its original format in which we first published it. It now includes some of the changes that have come to the camera via firmware updates -- and it's not the same camera that I remember it being.
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The terrific EF mount Zeiss Milvus lenses are on sale
These lenses are arguably some of the best Zeiss has ever made and are still affordable by mere mortals. Sadly, they aren't available yet for the RF mount, but essentially, with an RF to EF converter, these lenses would be as good as a native RF version. These lenses are on sale for a limited [...] Source
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The Best 85mm Lens for Sony: An Updated Guide
Since its launch in 2013, Sony mirrorless cameras are one of the oldest and most innovative devices on the market. Considering that the E-mount was the first to break the rules, they are also the ones who have built an arsenal of lenses for the cameras.
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Vivo V30 Pro Review: Among the Best Affordable Phones for Photography
The Vivo V30 Pro may be a mid-range smartphone, but with Zeiss in the mix, the camera takes a decisive step forward compared to its predecessors. Until now, Vivo reserved its collaboration with Zeiss for its X Series, but no longer.
14:00
The Curious History of the Lens That Disappeared
Not many brands make a 25mm lens. But Zeiss has made several of them. We're talking about full-frame 25mm lenses -- not those for Micro Four Thirds or APS-C lenses. In fact, Zeiss made several. In our 14 years of reviewing lenses, we've tested their 25mm f2 Batis, 25mm f2.
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ZEISS introduces the Nano Prime family of high-speed cine lenses for mirrorless full frame cameras
ZEISS Nano Primes are the first high-speed (T1. 5 throughout) cine lenses made specifically for mirrorless full frame cameras – initially available with Sony E-mount. These primes offer a pleasing, versatile look that is adaptable for an extensive range of shooting situations and a compact, lightweight design that makes them easy to use on any set [.
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This Is How Much Apple Vision Pro Can Set You Back
Apple has officially entered the era of spatial computing, with the Vision Pro headset now available for customers to purchase. And being first through the door is not cheap. [Read More]
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Sony Discontinues the Zeiss 16-70mm f/4 APS-C Lens in Japan: Report
Reports suggest that the Sony Vario-Tessar T* 16-70mm f/4 ZA OSS lens for APS-C Sony E-mount cameras has been discontinued.
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13:00
Is Zeiss Really Gone From the Photo Industry?
Zeiss, founded in 1846, is a company specializing in optics but only entered the photography industry in 1896 with the invention of the Planar lens. For much of photography's history, they've been revered -- even during the split of Germany post-World War II.
07:00
Ghebosu Florin Emil Channels the Romance of Cartier-Bresson
Over the years, I have used photography to socialize, personal rediscovery, and archiving moments of visual-plastic expression. Or at least that's what I thought at first. But along the way, I discovered how projects are formed over time and become more than a personal experience, a small historical archive of places and characters over which time passes mercilessly.
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Wide-Eyed with the Carl Zeiss 16mm f/8 Hologon
Dramatic, restrictive, and humbling are three words I'd use to describe the Carl Zeiss 16mm f/8 Hologon Ultra-wide lens that I shoot adapted to Leica M film cameras. [Read More]
08:00
Why I Think Sigma Needs to Try Something New
For well over a decade, we've been reviewing Sigma lenses. In fact, we've got the most Sigma prime lenses reviewed of any publication. You can check our Sigma Prime Lens Guide, which I'll admit needs to be updated.
01:00
Buying Underwater Portraits by Alex Sher Helps a Special Cause
Photographer Alex Sher likens the addiction to photography as an infection. In fact, he claims that his grandmother "infected" him with it, and that his father only added to it. If photography were an actual disease, a doctor would probably consider it hereditary based on what Alex tells us.
07:00
What You Should Know Before Buying a 135mm Lens
The 135mm lens is a magical wonder for many photographers. It's a long lens, and arguably it's the longest practical portrait lens. In the past, many photographers have loved and adored the lens for more than just portraits, though.
13:00
Clinically Clean Lenses Are Destroying What Makes Cameras Special
Years ago when I first started this website, the photo industry had a need to make clinically clean lenses. Camera manufacturers have leaned into it harder and harder. Sometimes, they've even made up their own problems.
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What’s the Best FStop? Do You Need to Stop Your Lens Down?
If you told me years ago that nearly every lens on the market made today would be super sharp wide open, I'd be incredibly excited. But if you also told me that a lens could be too sharp, I wouldn't believe you.
14:00
Choosing the Right Sony FE 50mm Lens for Your Camera
There are a bunch of options when it comes choosing a Sony FE 50mm Lens. In fact, there are more options than ever before. Passionate photographers can reach for a higher end, premium lens or something a tad more mediocre.
20:00
2022 Is the Perfect Time for Film Cameras to Return
Film cameras and film, in general, saw an uptick in sales so far in the pandemic. I'm not just saying in 2021, but I'm specifically saying in the pandemic because we've been going through two years of this nonsense.
20:00
Where Have All the Good Point and Shoot Cameras Gone?
It's really, really sad. The world of good point-and-shoot cameras is pretty much gone. And in 2022, I'd be really shocked if it comes back. Though honestly, with the major component issues, it wouldn't be a bad idea to bring them back at all.
07:00
This Carl Zeiss 500mm F8 T* Has Really Cool Bokeh for Good Reason
Usually, when you hear about a lens like a 500mm f8, you probably wouldn't think of Zeiss. Indeed, Canon created two lenses with similar designs recently. Those lenses are the Canon RF 600mm f11 and Canon RF 800mm f11.
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Are Old DSLR Lenses Still Worth Your Money in 2021?
Old DSLR lenses can be enjoyable to use. They've got imperfections that you don't see in most modern lenses. Plus, they really make you work for the shot. In a world where photography is so simple, they're refreshing.
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The Most Modern SLR of 2021. NONS SL42 Mk2 Review
A few years ago, we took a very hard stance on SLR gear. We told manufacturers that we wouldn't review them. We also said that we probably wouldn't report on new news about DSLRs. That's one of the factors that's put a strain on a few manufacturer relationships we have.
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Why We Need a Beautiful, Retro-Style Digital Camera with a Top LCD
Think about the schools of thought which use dedicated cameras. They use either the viewfinder to shoot or the LCD screen. And the LCD screen is used in a variety of different ways. Time and time again, I really just want the old-school medium format style magnified finder.
01:00
The Great Debate: 85mm vs 135mm for Portrait Photography
The photographers who care about this idea and debate specifically don't really wonder about the image quality. Indeed, if you're wondering about 85mm vs. 135mm for portrait photography, they're both very good.
01:00
The Solution to the Dirty Sony Sensor That Plagues Your Camera
There are lots of fantastic things about Sony cameras. But one of the biggest flaws that they all have is build quality. Do they work in the rain? Sure. Do they get dusty? Oh yeah. Unfortunately, there's a compound problem with lots of Sony cameras.
19:00
3D Printing Could Be a Very Big Part of the Photo Industry’s Sustainability
For more stories like this, please subscribe to The Phoblographer. For years, I’ve been a huge advocate of 3D printing in the photo industry. I think it’s vital with the vintage camera and accessory world.
07:00
4 of Our Favorite 35mm Lenses: One Is a Beautiful Classic!
It took me a while until I grew out of the nifty 50 idea and into the love of my life: the 35mm lens! We've tested so many of them in the past 11 years. Some are better than others, but not a single one of them is bad.
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The New Normal? These 40mm Primes Make A Strong Case
40mm might seem like a weird focal length to some, but this focal length is loved by many. Falling between the more popular 35mm and 50mm focal lengths, 40mm primes have been making a name for themselves of late.
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Kenko Tokina has Entered into a Business Alliance with Carl Zeiss in Japan
Kenko Tokina has announced that it has entered a business alliance with Carl Zeiss in Japan. Starting on April 1, Tokina will take over the sales and repair of all Carl Zeiss interchangeable photo lenses.
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Kenko Tokina has Entered into a Business Alliance with Carl Zeiss
Kenko Tokina has announced that it has entered a business alliance with Carl Zeiss. Starting on April 1, Tokina will take over the sales and repair of all Carl Zeiss interchangeable photo lenses. Kenko Tokina manages multiple brands of interchangeable lenses, binoculars, and other optical devices in various industries. In photography, it manages the distribution […]
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Hurry! The World’s Most Expensive Point and Shoot Is Under $1,000
The Contax T2 is, without a doubt, the most expensive point and shoot camera on the market. Depending on the cultural times, it shares that spot with the Contax T3. And right now, it's possible to snag one at a price you can afford.
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Leica, Voigtlander or Zeiss: Answering the Questions You Should Know
This article is one that I've been considering writing for a long time simply because I know that it's information that someone will want. In the battle between Zeiss, Leica, and Voigtlander, it can be tough to figure out which is the best option.
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Our Theory on Why the Sony RX1r III Could Face a Big Problem
The Sony Rx1r II was a pretty decent camera. The idea is so simple. Take a small camera, give it a solid lens, a good sensor, an EVF, and people will buy it. Of course, it's a luxury compact camera.
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Holideals: Last Minute Deals On The Lenses You Want
There are some stunning deals on lenses right now. You need to act quickly, though, as the clock is ticking on the sale prices. Here are just a few of the spectacular lens deals you can find in this post.
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5 Premium 50mm Primes for Photographers Who Demand the Best
When it comes to prime lenses, none are more celebrated than trusty nifty fifties. 50mm primes are loved by the masses thanks to their exceptional ability to comfortably shoot just about any genre you can think of.
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Which One Is Best? Comparing the Bokeh of 35mm Full Frame Lenses
Portrait photographers probably care the most about bokeh from 35mm lenses. The lenses give a wide view but single their subject out easily. And over the years, they've gotten better. If you've been looking for 35mm lenses with better bokeh, then you've come to the right spot.
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85mm Primes That Have Everything Modern Portrait Photographers Need
As portrait photographers, we demand a lot from the lenses we use today. They have to be sharp, reliable, produce great bokeh and beautiful natural skin tones. Another quality they need to have is great build quality.
07:00
This Stunning Contax RTS Is Wearing Lizard Leather Very Well
Did you know that the Porsche Group was hired to complete an ergonomic and styling study of the Contax RTS? According to Camerapedia, the Contax RTS was an immediate hit. It was a collaboration between Yashica and Zeiss many years ago.
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Why the Photography World Needs More 43mm Lenses
Fact: More and more photographers hate the 50mm focal length. It's been the standard in the industry for such a long time, but it's so overdone that many of us are sick of it. Manufacturers have realized this and have typically gone a bit longer or a bit wider.
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Spying with Telephoto Lenses Interested the CIA in the 1950s
Photographers today are very demanding. But in the 1950s, the CIA presented a plan for an even more demanding lens. Let's get one big fact out of the way first: telephoto lenses are large. If you look at the Sigma 200-500mm f2.
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These Cameras Are Probably a Panoramic Photographer’s Dream
The idea of a panoramic image is one that's typically involving lots of shooting and stitching in post-production. You could always shoot at 16:9, but that's not always the case. Instead, some cameras let you do it in-camera.
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The Best 10 Performing Lenses According to DXOMark (August 2020)
We have all just unlocked an achievement for reaching the end of August! Good job, everyone. Speaking of achievements, we have rounded up the ten best lenses (according to DXOMark) that your hard-earned money can buy.
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85mm Prime Lenses: Sony Portrait Photographers Are Spoiled for Choice
If you pay attention to the news at all, you will have seen that Sigma has just announced a new version of their 85mm f1. 4 Art lens for Mirrorless cameras (Sony E and L Mount Alliance), and this got us thinking.
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What Our Readers Bought: You Folks Love APS-C and M4/3s Cameras
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.
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Bokeh Beasts: You’ll Fall in Love With These 135mm Lenses for Portraits
There are lots of different lenses on the market that can be used for portrait photography, and, of course, each photographer has their own preference when it comes to lenses. Some photographers may prefer to use primes like a 35mm, a 50mm, or an 85mm, and some would prefer to use lenses like a 70-200mm f2.
