Zeiss Teases Its Long-Awaited Return to Photography
Zeiss' dedicated photography Instagram account, @zeisscameralenses, published an exciting new teaser, suggesting the company is getting back into dedicated camera lenses after a lengthy hiatus.
Nikon 28-135mm f/4 PZ First Impressions: Prestige and Power
If you had told me only a few years ago that Nikon would release a video-focused power zoom lens, I’d have called you all kinds of names. But since the release of the Z9, it has become abundantly clear that Nikon intends to capture the hearts of videographers and cinematographers, a strategy which has become even more clear since it acquired RED about a year ago. Now we have the first Z-Mount video-first product from Nikon, the Nikkor Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ.
Nikon’s 28-135mm f/4 Power Zoom Lens is Coming in April for $2,599
Nikon announced full details including pricing and availability for the Nikkor Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ it announced last October. It will be arriving in April (just in time for the NAB show in Las Vegas) and will retail for $2,599.95.
RED Adds Z-Mount and New Camera Features Unique to Nikon Lenses
RED announced that both its V-Raptor [X] and Komodo-X cameras will now be available with Nikon's Z-mount, granting filmmakers access to Nikon's library of lenses and unlocking new camera features that aren't available on other mount options.
Phone-Friendly Planck SSD Is ‘World’s Smallest’ SSD Built for Creators
The Planck SSD is the world's smallest SSD with a smartphone-first design. First previewed at CES in January, the Planck SSD is now on Kickstarter. It offers up to 2TB in capacity, speeds up to 10Gbps, and promises uninterrupted Apple ProRes 4K recording at up to 120p frame rates on the latest iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max.
Seagate’s new Ultra Compact SSD Is a Rugged Little Thumb Drive
Seagate's new Ultra Compact SSD is a USB-C thumb drive designed to handle large files on the go. For photographers and videographers, it may provide a convenient backup option or even a means of delivering files to remote clients.
Tamron’s Godzilla Collab at CP+ Looks Sick as Hell
When the International Camera and Photo Imaging Show (CP+) kicks off in Yokohama at the end of February, Tamron will throw down the gauntlet for the most engaging booth design. Tamron announced a team-up with Godzilla, the famous Japanese monster, for its CP+ booth design.
Two Years Later, This Awesome 3D-Printed Film Camera Is Available to All
In March 2023, photographer Mark Hiltz designed and 3D-printed a fully functioning large-format (120) film camera, including a custom 3D-printed shutter. In the hectic two years since Hiltz met his partner and had a baby. He has now returned to his camera project and improved its performance.
Leica Hits the Slopes With Striking Black and Blue Sofort 2 ‘Burton Edition’
Unlikely collaborators Leica Camera AG and Burton Snowboards teamed up for a striking blue and black Leica Sofort 2 Burton Edition instant camera.
BenQ SW242Q Review: A Great Photo Editing Display in a Tiny Package
If you are anything like me, choosing a monitor smaller than 27 inches would be a hard decision to make when it comes to photo editing or video production. So it was pretty surprising that even with its smaller footprint and arguably "odd" 16:10 aspect ratio (2,560 by 1,600 pixels at max resolution), the $479 BenQ SW242Q 24 inch IPS display stands out as a very attractive option for retouchers and editors.
Tokina’s Vista-C Cine Primes Combine Vintage Optics and Modern Design
Tokina announced nine new cinema prime lenses, ranging from wide-angle to medium telephoto focal lengths. With redesigned optics and new coatings, this line promises a modern take on vintage cinematography aesthetics.
SanDisk’s New ‘Creator Series’ Storage Products Are Upcharged Sickly Blue Reskins
SanDisk's newly-announced series of creator-focused, entry-level storage devices that were announced at CES now have pricing. These products come in a sickly blue gradient and are more expensive than the same performing cards and SSDs the company has been making for years.
If You Love AI, You Might Wish Asus’ New Phone Was Coming to America
There is yet another interesting smartphone that Americans cannot purchase, at least through the usual channels. This time, it's the Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra, a tweaked ROG phone.
Viltrox’s Absurdly Small $99 28mm Lens is Now Available for Fujifilm X
Viltrox is bringing its (almost) impossibly tiny 28mm f/4.4 "Chip" lens to Fujifilm X Series cameras.
$329 Leica Lux Grip Is a Premium MagSafe Camera Grip for iPhone
Last June, Leica announced Leica Lux, an iPhone camera app with a Leica-inspired user interface, carefully crafted Leica lens simulations, and unique Leica Looks photo styles. Today, Leica unveiled the Leica Lux Grip, a magnetic camera grip for iPhone that gives photographers Leica-inspired physical controls for their mobile photography.
OM System OM-3 Review: A Classic Reborn
I have gone on the record with two stances for a while now: manufacturers need to cash in on their classic heritage and someone needs to make a compact Micro Four Thirds body. OM System just announced the new $2,000 OM-3 camera and while it certainly covers the first request, it kind of misses on the second one.
OM System OM-3 Combines PEN-F Style With OM-1 II Performance
As promised and teased, OM Digital Solutions announced a brand-new camera, the OM System OM-3.
OM System Beefs Up Its 100-400mm f/5-6.3 Lens
The OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 100-400mm f/5-6.3 IS II lens is an upgraded version of the same lens released in 2020 alongside the Olympus E-M10 Mark IV. The new version offers better image stabilization and more robust weather sealing but is otherwise the same lens.
The Future is a Surprise: Nikon Completes its Final Lens Road Map
With the debut of the beautiful and pricey Nikon Z 35mm f/1.2 S, Nikon has released the last remaining unreleased lens featured on its final Nikkor Z lens roadmap. Nikon photographers are now heading into the future without a map -- all future Nikon lenses are slated to be surprises.
Epson Denies Claim That Its CCD Film Scanners Are Approaching ‘End of Life’
Earlier this week, Keith Cooper from Northlight Images in the UK published a YouTube video where he claimed a source told him that Epson's V850 and 1300XL film scanners had reached "end of life" and would no longer be actively produced. Epson denies this.
Nikon 35mm f/1.2 S Hands-On First Impressions: Optical Excellence
Nikon has created a compelling lineup of prime lenses that feature fast apertures and premium optics. The 135mm f/1.8 Plena anchors the telephoto end and the 85mm and 50mm f/1.2 lenses bring incredibly bright apertures to the normal ranges. It makes sense that the logical foray into the wide-angle is going to start with the new Nikkor 35mm f/1.2 S.
Nikon’s Coolpix P1100 Lightly Refreshes the 24-3000mm Optical Zoom Behemoth
Nikon announced the Coolpix P1100, the latest member of its series of super-zoom bridge cameras. It features a massive 125x optical zoom lens that the company describes as the "gold standard" of its class.
Nikon’s Z-Mount 35mm f/1.2 S Is Huge, Beautiful, and Expensive
Nikon announced the Nikkor Z 35mm f/1.2 S, an optic that has been on the company's roadmap for some time and is, as the company says, "highly anticipated." It promises to deliver a combination of outstanding optical performance and smooth, beautiful bokeh.
Sony Cameras Can Now Directly Transfer Images to Google Drive and Adobe Lightroom
Sony updated its Creators' Cloud platform and accompanying Creators' App to streamline content management for photographers and videographers. The new update enables direct upload from certain Sony cameras to Google Drive or Adobe Lightroom.
Are Camcorders About to Make a Big Comeback?
2025 has so far proved to be the year of comebacks. Point-and-shoot compacts are flying off shelves faster than camera stores can restock them. But there could be another resurgence set to occur, and this one has flown well under the radar: camcorders.
Our Favorite Weird Zoom Lenses That Buck Conformity
The photographic world tends to flow into a state of normality, order, and conformity. Certain lenses just work for most situations, and the popular choices of the professionals quickly become the traditional tools of the masses. It seems everyone starts with a general-purpose lens that covers a rough full-frame range of 28mm to 70mm or so, and then eventually, you end up with something wider and something longer.
Anton Bauer’s Eden is a ‘Portable Power Grid’ for Mobile Cinema Productions
Anton Bauer announced a new 2.5kWh mobile power station called the Eden. The compact battery solution features two AC outlets and four USB-C ports to power a range of tools off-site for hours.
CalDigit Thunderbolt 5 Element Hub Has the Most Ports of any TB5 Hub
With more and more Thunderbolt 5-equipped computers hitting the market, including Apple's latest MacBook Pro and Mac mini models, companies are racing to bring as many Thunderbolt 5 accessories as possible to market, including versatile hubs. CalDigit is the latest, launching the Element 5 Hub, the company's fastest and most powerful hub ever.
CRDBAG’s Bricks Are Large Organizational Pouches With Velcro Labels
CRDBAG announced the Brick Series, a new line of zippered pouches that come in two sizes and are compatible with the CRDTAB labeling system and Velcro patches.
Canon Recommits to Compact Cameras, Will Up Production to Meet Demand
Alongside releasing its financial results today, Canon also delivered a detailed presentation, where additional information was shared, including details about camera sales and market trends.