Equipment

AstrHori has announced a new version of its 28mm f/13 2x Macro Probe lens.

New lens manufacturer Thypoch unveiled its first lenses last month, the Simera 28mm f/1.4 and 35mm f/1.4 manual-focus prime lenses for Leica M-mount. The fascinating and affordable new lenses are now available for purchase.

Tamron has announced a new firmware update for its 28-200mm f/2.8-5.6 Di III RXD (Model A071) and 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD (Model A058) full-frame lenses for Sony E-mount.

Alongside the Leica M11-P camera, Leica has announced a new generation of the Leica Summicron-M 28mm f/2 ASPH. wide-angle prime lens.

Leica has announced the Leica M11-P, the world's first camera to create a seamless chain of authenticity from capture to publication.

TIME has announced the 200 best inventions of 2023 and three cameras have made the cut in the consumer electronics segment.

DJI has announced the Osmo Pocket 3, a new pocket-sized gimbal camera driven by a Type 1-inch CMOS image sensor.

Fotodiox has announced the DLX Parabolic Focusing Softbox, a new hybrid softbox/reflector that provides photographers extensive control over the direction and quality of their light.

A trio of international designers have built a simple 35mm camera using existing camera parts and an eye-catching transparent body design.

Alongside Pergear's new 1TB CFexpress Type-A card, the discount photography company has also launched something altogether different, an $80 50-megapixel waterproof action camera.

Pergear expanded its CFexpress Type-A library with a new 1TB offering that continues its efforts into low-cost storage options designed to support Sony's most recent mirrorless cameras.

Peak Design has launched an upgraded version of its popular Camera Cube product. The Camera Cube V2 allows photographers to safely store and organize their camera equipment inside any bag, including the Peak Design Travel Bag.

Elgato, a significant player in the audiovisual space, especially for content creators and streamers, has released the Prompter, an all-in-one teleprompter and monitor.

Aurora Aperture Inc. has announced an impressive, adaptable, and versatile tripod that aims to be the one tripod to rule them all.

One extremely lucky photographer recently experienced the find of a lifetime at his local Goodwill thrift store. While looking through the home entertainment section, he was shocked to find a $1,399 professional camera lens priced at just $6.99.

DJI has announced the DJI Zenmuse L2, a "highly-integrated LiDAR system which builds on DJI's successful Zenmuse L1."

Venus Optics has announced the Laowa 8-16mm f/3.5-5 Zoom CF lens for APS-C cameras.

Tamron has announced the 150-500mm f/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD (Model A057) for the Nikon Z-mount system, including full-frame Nikon Z series mirrorless cameras.

Austrian Audio is releasing a new pocket-sized audio recorder called the MiCreator Studio that combines a condenser microphone with a USB-C audio interface the company claims will be good enough to use anywhere.

It was once common for professional and advanced hobbyist photographers to have small but capable darkrooms in their homes. Often tucked away discreetly in what would otherwise be unused spaces in basements and attics. Serious shooters would process their own film, craft their own prints, and store all the chemistry and idiosyncratic accouterment that one needs to control their own analog adventure.

Mobile photography specialist Sandmarc has announced the Microscope Lens Edition for iPhone, an optical add-on for iPhone that offers 40x magnification to smartphone shooters.

Lens roadmaps are very popular among photographers because they provide helpful information about their favorite camera company's plans. This can ensure that photographers know if they should buy a new lens now or save their money for an unreleased optic. Lens roadmaps also generate a lot of buzz and excitement.

The AGO Film Processor aims to be an analog photographer's "gateway to effortless film development for B&W, C-41, and E-6 films."

The HoverAir X1 is a pocket-sized self-flying camera that shattered its funding goals on Indiegogo. After earning nearly $2 million from backers, the $350 aerial camera is now shipping, marking a nice change of pace from some crowdfunding campaigns that take years to deliver a product or never come to fruition at all.

Sony has expanded its microphone offerings with three new wireless microphones that promise exceptional sound quality and lightweight, portable designs.

Xiaomi unveiled two new smartphones in its Leica-affiliated lineup ta a launch event in Berlin, this time going the more mid-range and affordable route by way of the 13T Pro and 13T.

Apple's new iPhone 15 Pro Max is an awesome smartphone for photographers and videographers. One of the device's big new features is its 120mm f/2.8 lens, delivering five times the reach of the phone's main camera.

TTArtisan has announced a 500mm f/6.3 telephoto lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras, including E, L, RF, and Z-mount.