It's that time of the month yet again where we take a look at the very best lenses that have passed through the top-secret labs over at DXOMark. No lenses were harmed during the tests, but we do know that they were pushed to their absolute limits.
The Fujifilm platform is unique in the fact that there are very few third-party lenses available for the system. Fujifilm's reluctance to share the secrets of their AF systems with the like of Sigma, Tamron, and others means that, for the most part, users can only choose from native Fujifilm glass.
The Sony a7r IV is going to be one powerful camera, and we're sure that there are many photographers out there who will decide to splash the cash on the Full Frame Mirrorless camera once it hits stores later on this year.
It's that time of the month again where we take a look at the top 10 lenses according to the guys and gals over at DXOMark. If you have been wondering which lenses are the very best optically, and want to know where you should spend your hard-earned money, you should check out the DXOMark lens league table.
Landscape photography is such an amazing genre of photography. One, you get to be outside in nature, two, you're going to get some great exercise, and three, you get to see some truly stunning scenes where the light just takes your breath away.
The new Sony a7r IV is a Full-Frame powerhouse that packs a whopping 61 Megapixels into a small body. The kind of power found in this camera will give portrait photographers the ability to capture stunning images when it's used with portrait lenses that are capable of resolving crazy amounts of detail.
The other day, we rounded up a few great used camera deals that we found--and we got more requests for used lenses. So we went through Amazon and looked for some of their highest rated and reviewed lenses.
DXOMark are known for putting lenses, and other photography gear through stringent tests, and then they publish their findings so that consumers can make more educated decisions before dropping large chunks of change on new equipment.
Ask any photographer his or her favorite lens for portrait photography and you'll likely be told that a 85mm prime lens is their glass of choice. You'll hear some say that they like to use 50mm primes, and some that even prefer to use zooms like a 24-70mm f2.
Fujfilm make some truly gorgeous lenses for their X Mount series cameras. In fact, they are so good that Fujifilm believes that keeping a closed system is what's best for them and their cameras. The closed system hasn't stopped some manufacturers from trying though, and there are quite a few third party prime lenses available on the Fujifilm platform that excel; it's just a shame that they aren't talked about nearly as often as Fujifilm's own offerings.
APS-C cameras are excellent overall, and they are loved by many for good reason. The extra reach due to the crop factor comes in handy for nature and sports photographers, and their smaller size makes them easier to carry around.
When I first started out with photography, I followed along with what everyone else said: that 50mm lenses are really where it is at and that there is absolutely nothing better. "If you want to have the best images, you need a 50mm f1.
When I first started out with photography, I followed along with what everyone else said: that 50mm lenses are really where it is at and that there is absolutely nothing better. "If you want to have the best images, you need a 50mm f1.
In continuing our pursuit of capitalism and conversations that will ultimately lead to some photographers feeling inadequate about their gear because the internet is a terrible place, we're rounding up the top lenses that DXOMark rates to be fantastic.
Do you have an 85mm lens in your bag? Some photographers may think that this is a lens that is too specialized for a variety of shooting situations. But in truth, these lenses have been improved over the years to include better options, weather sealing and things like even closer focusing.
My biggest hope for years now were that Sony would take the form factor of their a6xxx series cameras and make it full frame with a few extra upgrades; but we never got it. Then I was looking to both Canon and Nikon to do it.
Landscape photography is one of the most popular, and most relaxing genres of photography there is. Thousands upon thousands of photographers head out daily to capture the stunning scenery around them so that they can share the beauty with the world.
Landscape photography is one of the most popular, and most relaxing genres of photography there is. Thousands upon thousands of photographers head out daily to capture the stunning scenery around them so that they can share the beauty with the world.
If you have always wondered about prime lenses but have always shied away from them, perhaps now is the time to reconsider. There are some very affordable prime lenses available on the Sony platform.
Prime lenses are some of the sharpest pieces of glass around on any platform. They are fast, lightweight, easy to use for long periods of time, and they come in various focal lengths. Perhaps two of the most used primes are the 35mm and the 50mm.
I genuinely didn't expect to Canon RF 50mm f1. 2 L USM to be a reason to come back to Canon, but I'm glad to say that via Adorama, I've made the purchase of the new lens along with a new body. With a very medium format look to it, the Canon RF 50mm f1.
While the new RF mount lenses look and sound amazing, early adopters will be disappointed with the low amount of native RF mount lenses on offer, especially when it comes to primes. Thanks to the adapter, photographers can use their current arsenal of lenses, or they can buy more EF mount glass to use on the new Mirrorless body.
Что может представить Sony на трех мероприятиях подряд. Вчера Sony оповестила команду Photokina о решении провести пресс-конференцию в канун выставки — 25 сентября, в 11 утра по московскому времени (10.
Zeiss is best known for its lenses these days, but the iconic German brand may be planning a big jump back into the world of cameras. It has been posting teaser images of a mysterious new camera, and reports say we’ll soon be seeing a Zeiss-branded fixed-lens full-frame camera. sonyalpharumors reports that Zeiss posted its […]
Да, вы не ошиблись. Ещё один игрок начать тизерить свою будущую камеру. И это не Nikon Z. По сообщению сайта SonyAlphaRumors компания Zeiss выпустит компактную камеру с несъёмным объективом. Продемонстрированное изображение показывает, что она получит волнистый и глянцевый корпус.
If you're into the Sony FE camera system and you're looking for the best portrait lenses, then you've come to the right place. We've reviewed all of them, and a larger summary can be found in our Sony FE Lens Guide.
Хочу подлиться исключительно своими впечатлениями о работе с камерой Sony A9 в рамках репортажной фотографии, ее видеовозможности, я сегодня рассматривать не буду, так как они требуют отдельной статьи.
Ready to score another amazing vintage beauty? Our latest ebay find may just be the stuff you're looking for. It's a rare Leica M4 version that was born from the partnership of Leica and Zeiss once upon a time.
Zeiss has always been a company that has tried hard to stand out from the rest of the pack with varying results. With the Sony FE ecosystem, there is an even tougher game with all the lenses that have been coming out.
If you didn’t notice the onslaught of third-party lens manufacturers launching mirrorless focused lenses last month you must have been living under a rock. It is notable, for many reasons, but for starters, it is very telling in how it shows what these companies are thinking with regards to Mirrorless systems, but in particular, Sony’s FE system.
When the Lomography Neptune Lenses were announced, I was sort of confused. They are simultaneously some of the weirdest lenses that I've ever used and amongst the most beautiful lenses that I've ever used.
The 135mm lens has started to grow more in popularity as a portrait lens option for photographers. This is due to its powerful compression abilities and its ability to make simply every look stunning.
The 135mm lens has started to grow more in popularity as a portrait lens option for photographers. This is due to its powerful compression abilities and its ability to make simply every look stunning.
The saying goes that cameras deteriorate in value but lenses really hold onto it; and in the case of Sony that's a very true statement. Almost 10 years ago, Sony introduced their NEX 5 and NEX 3 cameras--these two cameras would be the precursor to the wildly successful mirrorless camera system that they have today.
When I used to use DSLRs a whole lot, my Sigma 35mm f1. 4 Art lens was my go to. To this day, I don't consider it to be the sharpest 35mm lens out there but I surely consider it to be the best. It has a great balance of sharpness, bokeh, color, and just an overall gorgeous look and rendition to the scenes that it shoots.
My time with the Fujifilm GF 110mm F2 R WR can be characterized as a really interesting one. At the moment of publishing this post, it's the fastest lens available for the Fujifilm GF lineup. And in terms of typical 645 medium format, it's a fast lens.
Every photographer at one point in their life should own at least one Leica M mount camera. That doesn't mean that it necessarily needs to be made by Leica though--Voigtlander and Zeiss offered very great options that you can get in great condition.
When Fujifilm announced the Fujifilm GF 45mm f2. 8 R WR, I was incredibly excited. While most folks would think of this lens and something closer to the normal range, one needs to remember that this is medium format.
Investments and innovations lead to best results in the company’s more than 170-year history Double-digit revenue growth to EUR 5.348 billion EBIT increases to EUR 770 million Positive contribution from all segments Growth with leading-edge EUV technology ZEISS continues to focus on innovation, global investments and expansion OBERKOCHEN/Germany, STUTTGART/Germany, 2017-12-13. In the past 2016/17 fiscal Read more...
The Phoblographer tests loads of cameras, lenses, software, bags, and accessories each and every year. Here are our Editor's Choice picks from 2017.
If you were to look at the lenses coming from Korea in the past couples of years, you'd be shocked; and that's where the Irix 15mm f2. 4 Blackstone lens is manufactured. We took a previous look at the company's Blackstone lenses at Photo Plus last year and were very blown away by some of the features and innovation that Irix has been putting into the glass to make it different from many of the others out there.
Relatively speaking, I'm sort of over the idea of super fast aperture lenses simply because most folks won't be able to tell the difference with the photos--and that's the case with the Rokinon 85mm f1.
The Rokinon 14mm f2. 4 SP isn't the fastest wide angle lens in comparison to many of the others out there on the market these days, but Rokinon is touting it to be one of the company's very best.
We're in the middle of reviewing the Rokinon SP 85mm f1. 2 lens--which is one of the company's new high end lens offerings. Rokinon's build quality has never been the greatest in comparison to many other brands out there but with the SP line, they're looking to change that.
With its new wide-angle focal length, the ZEISS Milvus family now boasts eleven lenses for single-lens reflex cameras, including four focal lengths with a maximum aperture of 1. 4, which are perfect for videographers too.
Now here is some interesting chatter that has cropped up over the weekend! In what shouldn’t really be all that surprising of a move, it is being reported that Tamron will be ceasing their own lens development in regards to the Sony A Mount.
With wider angle lenses becoming better and better, photographers are bound to ask the question of 50mm vs 35mm lenses and how they relate to portraiture. For years now, it was never recommended that photographers use something like a 35mm or a 50mm lenses.
The Leica CL is arguably one of the most popular Leica cameras due to its affordability, so the film geeks in the audience are going to truly appreciate this Leica CL Dealer Poster available at the Tamarkin Rare Camera Auction coming this November.
Compact film cameras are a great thing for any photographer to be able to throw in their bag. More often than not, they're more durable than digital cameras and they use good old film--which is bound to give you great results that you simply cannot get with digital if you're doing it right.
Today Sony announced the newest addition to their RX10 camera series with the RX10 IV. The 20. 1 megapixel camera has a 24-600mm f/2. 4-4 lens, 315 phase-detection AF points which cover 65% of the frame, 24fps continuous shooting with full AF/AE tracking and anti-distortion shooting up to 1/32,000.
If you’re a fan of German camera lenses and you’re thinking of buying one in the near future, you may want to pull out your credit card and pull the trigger right now. The US is set to unleash $7.
The renowned German lens maker Carl Zeiss has accused the South Korean lens maker Samyang of copying its designs. As a result, the Samyang lenses at the center of the dispute are being pulled by distributors and retailers.
Today we have a line on some new Westcott Apollo brand price drops, these are great modifiers if you are using speedlights to light your images. Zeiss is also selling their Touit lenses for Fujifilm at a nice discount, so make sure to check that out as well if you are looking at third-party lenses for the X-Series.