There is a purveying sentiment that cameras have only gotten more expensive over time. While there is certainly some validity in certain sectors of the market, the truth about camera prices over time is a bit more nuanced and complex than the average person makes it out to be. So, let’s take a look. Please […]
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Have you ever looked up at the moon? In the right light and on the right night, it's stunning. But so too are all the other moons in this galaxy -- and you probably can't even tell them apart. In fact, in lots of ways, it's hard to tell lots of modern cameras apart. thephoblographer.com »
2024-01-15 08:00
The Panasonic S5 II and S5 IIx are pretty great cameras and have image quality capabilities that so many others don't. And on October 24th, the cameras are getting brand new firmware updates. Two of the biggest changes are around focusing. thephoblographer.com »
2023-10-16 17:00
There are lots of cameras on the market these days. But as the LCD screens more or less stay the same in resolution, the EVFs are getting much better. In fact, a lot of them are more detailed than the LCD screens. thephoblographer.com »
2023-03-06 20:00
Vintage cameras, especially rangefinders, are still pretty popular not only due to the sustained interest in film photography but also because they are often highly collectible items. However, that also means the most popular and coveted ones often come with a hefty price tag, making them out of reach for most. thephoblographer.com »
2020-04-03 13:00
Long gone are the days when cameras were made just for photography. While there are some cameras out there that focus on either videography only, or photography only, they are few and far between. Nowadays, we are presented with options from camera manufacturers that can do both well, which no doubt pleases hybrid shooters to no end. thephoblographer.com »
2020-01-08 02:00
Fujifilm cameras are fantastic to use for landscapes, cityscapes, and astrophotography. Their small size means you can take them just about anywhere without having to worry about weight, the sensors are capable of capturing tremendous details, the colors they produce are gorgeous, and the fast, wide angle lenses that you can pair with the camera bodies are simply outstanding. thephoblographer.com »
2019-04-12 13:00
Have you been using your cell phone as your main camera? Are you thinking about buying yourself, or perhaps someone else their first real camera? Contrary to popular belief, you don't have to spend a lot of money in order to really break out into the world of photography. thephoblographer.com »
2018-12-20 23:00
My family hikes, we camp, we fish, we snowboard. As a photographer, that leaves me with some choices to make if I want to take pictures or video of our adventures. Vacations, particularly outdoor, active ones, can provide some of the most vivid family memories, but can also be some of the most difficult to photograph. dpreview.com »
2018-06-18 15:00
If you are an event photographer of any sort, be it a wedding or other gathering, chances are good that you may find yourself in a low-light situation pretty regularly. In a fast paced low-light environment your cameras AF is critical to achieving quality images in that sort of setting, and as we all know, not all cameras are created equal when it comes to low-light AF. thephoblographer.com »
2017-08-07 07:00
Last updated: June 2, 2017 These days, many (if not most) consumers are likely to shop based on price and capability, rather than according to whether a certain model contains a mirror, or not. dpreview.com »
2017-06-02 10:19
These days, many (if not most) consumers are likely to shop based on price and capability, rather than according to whether a certain model contains a mirror, or not. We think this is a good thing; with all the increased competition, cameras are improving more and at a faster rate than ever before. dpreview.com »
2016-11-10 22:21
For those wanting to step up from entry-level and midrange ILCs, there are many things to consider, including the choice between a DSLR or mirrorless camera, what sensor size suits you best, how important video is to you, and of course the lens system. dpreview.com »
2016-11-07 19:23
The Nikon KeyMission action cameras are now shipping from retailers in the US. As previously stated, the Nikon KeyMission 80 is priced at $270, the KeyMission 170 at $399, and the KeyMission 360 at $499. dpreview.com »
2016-10-28 22:03
A few weeks ago, we shared an article about how cameras were used to launch the largest cyber attack in history. Then last week, a massive cyber attack quite literally broke the Internet. So, how did the hackers do it? You guessed right: cameras. petapixel.com »
2016-10-24 23:46
The fixed lens camera market may be a bit niche, but it's here that you'll find some of the best cameras you can buy. Sensors ranging from APS-C to full-frame are designed to match their lenses, which cover ranges from 28-75mm equiv. dpreview.com »
2016-10-04 00:22
Bridge and travel zoom cameras are two of the very few categories of compact cameras to survive the smartphone. Whether it's a travel zoom, which puts a 25X-30X zoom into your pocket, or a bridge camera which offers even more zoom, phones just can't compete. dpreview.com »
2016-10-04 00:05
If you ever see an ultra-slow-motion clip online, there’s a good chance that it was shot using a Phantom high-speed camera. The 12-minute video above is a behind-the-scenes look at how the cameras — which cost upwards of $150,000 — are made. petapixel.com »
2016-09-10 21:30
Action cameras have come a long way since the very first GoPro hit the market in 2005 (it used 35mm film, if you can believe that. ) They've increasingly shrunk in size, and video quality has improved dramatically with each new generation. dpreview.com »
2016-09-05 15:10
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]
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]
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.
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]
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).
The new Laowa 10mm f2. 8 Zero Distortion lens is the latest option coming from the company for photographers. And it's doing something that the Japanese manufacturers haven't been doing: delivering a claim of zero distortion at such a wide angle.