The Ulanzi 27mm f/2.8 Is the Company’s First Mirrorless Lens
Ulanzi, best known for its tripods and lights, has announced its debut lens for mirrorless cameras, the Ulanzi AF 27mm f/2.8 APS-C lens for Sony E-mount.
Insta360 Adds 4K Capture its Thumb-Sized Go 3S Camera
Insta360 announced the Go 3S, which most notably adds 4K video capture along with a new Interval Video mode, compatibility with Apple Find My, and waterproofing down to 33 feet (10 meters).
DZOFilm’s Affordable New ‘Arles’ Cine Primes Promise Extreme Performance
DZOFilm has announced Arles, a brand-new line of fast, high-quality cinema prime lenses for full-frame cameras.
Why I’m Glad Apple Didn’t Change iPadOS, Using an Analogy Photographers Will Understand
It's clear the iPad has a bit of an identity crisis. Some users, especially some high-level creators, just don't get what it's for. But instead of lamenting how the iPad falls short of a traditional laptop, it's better to look at things another way.
Insta360 Connect Is an AI-Equipped, Dual 4K Video Conference Camera
Insta360 has unveiled Insta360 Connect, an AI-equipped dual-camera video bar built for professional video conferencing.
Canon’s Video-Only Aperture Ring Limitation Won’t Apply to Future Cameras
Canon is aware of the complaints about the RF 35mm f/1.4 L VCM's dedicated iris ring not working for still photography, and a fix is on the way. Sort of.
The Falcam TreeRoot is a Refined Version of Peak’s Travel Tripod
Falcam announced the TreeRoot Quick Lock Travel Tripod that is clearly based on Peak Design's Travel Tripod but is far more than just a design ripoff. It uses twist locks, has an interchangeable center column, improves on the low-profile ball head, and can easily accept additional accessories.
AstrHori’s New Macro Probe Lens Shoots Close-Ups From All Directions
AstrHori has released a redesigned 28mm f/13 2x Macro Probe Lens, promising full 360-degree rotation, ensuring photographers and videographers can get up close and personal with a diverse range of subjects.
Shure’s New Lav Mics Are Shorter, Lighter, and Lower-Profile
Shure upgraded its classic WL series of professional lavalier condenser microphones -- the cardioid WL185m, supercardioid WL184m, and omnidirectional WL183m -- to not only improve the sound quality but also make them shorter, lighter, and lower-profile.
Ultra-Rare Leica MP2 Black Paint Camera Sells For Nearly $1.7 Million
A rare 66-year-old Leica MP2 black paint camera has been sold for 1.56 million Euros, or nearly $1.68 million, at the 44th Leitz Photographica Auction in Wetzlar, Germany.
See Real-World Photos From MiNT’s Long-Awaited Rollei 35AF Film Camera
It has been a long time coming, but analog photography enthusiasts can finally see the light at the end of the tunnel for MiNT's premium compact Rollei 35AF camera.
Canon is Making Apple Certified Hardware and Software for Vision Pro
Yesterday, Apple briefly showed a new dual-optic Canon lens during its WWDDC keynote presentation. Today, Canon confirmed that it is in development, will ship sometime in 2024, and will be accompanied by software designed to work in tandem with the Vision Pro.
These Are the iPhones and Macs That Will Run Apple Intelligence at Launch
As seen with competing artificial intelligence platforms and features, Apple Intelligence will utilize some computational power in the cloud. However, perhaps more than any of the competition, Apple prioritizes on-device processing enabled by the company's robust and efficient silicon. This means more privacy and security, but also that some not-that-old devices will be left behind as Apple steps into the AI age.
While Polarizing, the Lumix S9 is Already Outselling Panasonic’s Expectations
There is no better word to describe the public response to the Panasonic Lumix S9 than polarizing. The loudest voices on social media hammered the camera for its stripped-down approach but that hasn't hurt its popularity.
Will Smith Acted and Operated a Camera While Filming ‘Bad Boys: Ride or Die’
Will Smith acted and operated a camera simultaneously to make the action scenes stand out in his latest movie Bad Boys: Ride or Die.
The Blackmagic Ursa Cine Immersive Captures 8K Footage Per Eye for the Vision Pro
Blackmagic may have created the ultimate camera system for making immersive video for the Apple Vision Pro that promises to capture a resolution of 8,160 x 7,200 pixels for each eye -- that's greater than 8K UHD.
New Canon RF-S 3.9mm f/3.5 Dual Fisheye Lens Brings 3D VR to APS-C
In October 2021, Canon unveiled the RF 5.2mm f/2.8 L Dual Fisheye Lens for virtual reality (VR) productions. The distinct stereoscopic lens now has a wider sibling for APS-C cameras, the RF-S 3.9mm f/3.5 STM Dual Fisheye Lens.
Apple Promoted a New Dual-Optic Canon RF Lens Coming This Year
Today at WWDC, Apple announced Vision OS 2 for the Vision Pro headset which brings an update to Photos, updates to gesture controls, and a push for more immersive video content. Surprisingly, it also included a look at a new dual-lens Canon optic for APS-C cameras.
Nikon to Consolidate Lens Manufacturing Into Two New Japan-Based Factories
Nikon may have moved its camera manufacturing to Thailand but it still makes lenses in Japan. According to a new report, it's adjusting how it manufactures those optics by consolidating its resources into two new factories.
Nikon Will Announce the Z6 III Camera on June 17
Nikon will announce its latest camera, the Z6 III, on June 17, 2024 at 8:01 EDT. PetaPixel has tested it, and its hands-on first impressions will be published at the same time.
Convert Your Contax 45mm f/2 Zeiss Lens Into an M-Mount Optic
Funleader has a new Contax G45 F2 to Leica M Conversion, and it's available for pre-order now.
Blackmagic Cloud Sync Lets Editors Work While Cameras Record
Blackmagic Design has announced Blackmagic Cloud Sync, a new feature of its Blackmagic Cloud storage platform that enables cameras to sync media into a DaVinci Resolve bin while the camera is actively recording.
This Tiny Waterproof Camera Shoots 50,000 Photos on a Single Charge
At first glance, the Photon camera looks a bit like an action camera. However, the tiny camera is better suited to being placed somewhere and left alone.
Revolog Launches Echo, a Mesmerizing Special Effects Film
Austrian film company Revolog just launched Echo, a new special effects film that effortlessly creates stunning results.
AstrHori Redesigns Its Compact and Affordable Light Meter
Light meters remain essential for many film photographers, and AstrHori's offerings have long been a popular choice. The Chinese company is back with a new model, the XH-2, which sports a revised appearance and promises improved photometric measurements.
Vivo X Fold3 Pro Smartphone Features Impressive Zeiss Camera Tech
Vivo has announced the international debut of its X Fold3 Pro smartphone after an initial launch in China in March. The smartphone promises pro-level imaging thanks to Vivo's longstanding Zeiss collaboration.
Tamron’s New 50-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Lens Promises Extreme Versatility
Tamron debuted a new 50-300mm f/4.5-6.3 zoom lens for full-frame Sony mirrorless cameras.
Pentax WG-1000 and WG-8 Are Entry-Level and Pro Underwater Cameras
Pentax announced a pair of new underwater, rugged cameras in the WG-1000 and WG-8. As the latest members of the company's WG series of all-weather cameras, they sport a rugged chassis and are waterproof, dustproof, and shock-resistant.
Panasonic Lumix GH7 Initial Review: Sensor Size is the Only Compromise
The Panasonic GH series has always been some of the best hybrid cameras ever made, and the new Lumix GH7 brings the best features of the GH6 and last year's G9 II together in a single body. It's basically a perfect camera for me as the sensor size is the only thing I consider a compromise.
The Lumix GH7 Puts All of Panasonic’s Best Video Features Into One Camera
Hot on the heels of announcing the full-frame Lumix S9 camera, Panasonic is showing its Micro Four Thirds Lumix G system some love with the new Panasonic Lumix GH7 camera.
Canon’s 35mm f/1.4L VCM Lens is the First in a New Series of Hybrid Primes
Canon announced the 35mm f/1.4L VCM prime lens which is designed to work equally well for both video production and photo capture. Canon says it is the first in a series of new primes that are meant to appeal to both types of content creators.
Canon’s RF-Mount C400 Cine Camera Has a New 6K Full-Frame Sensor
Canon has significantly bolstered its support of the RF mount for cinema applications with the debut of the new Canon EOS C400 cine camera.
Lexar’s New Armor 700 is a Super-Fast IP66-Rated Portable SSD
Lexar has a new portable SSD called the Armor 700 that promises not only fast transfer speeds but also protection from the elements thanks to an IP66 rating.
Samsung Updates Three of Its Monitor Series Built for Creatives and Gamers
Samsung unveiled new monitors, including fresh Odyssey series OLED displays with AI upscaling.
Acer’s Dual Lens 3D Photo/Video Camera is Coming This Year for $549
Acer is all in on three dimensions. The company's SpatialLabs devices, including monitors and laptops, support stereoscopic 3D images without using glasses. While there is some 3D content already out there, Acer now has a way for users to capture 3D imagery of their own, the Acer SpatialLabs Eyes Stereo Camera.
Maingear MG-1 Ultimate Review: The Most Powerful PC We’ve Ever Tested
Maingear has been a big name in custom PCs for over 20 years and has earned a sterling reputation for its high-end PCs, especially for gaming, and strong customer support. While its flagship MG-1 line, ranging from just over $1,100 to the $4,000 machine I tested, has plenty of features for hardcore gamers to drool over, the MG-1 can also be an outstanding option for creatives.
TTArtisan’s $300 250mm f/5.6 Reflex Lens Delivers Donut-Shaped Bokeh
TTArtisan announced a compact and affordable 250mm f/5.6 telephoto reflex lens for full-frame cameras.
DJI Seems to Believe That It Is Very Possible Its Drones Will Be Banned
DJI is in the crosshairs of U.S. legislators who are riding high after the success of the bill that will see TikTok banned unless it divests from Chinese Ownership.
Sony’s Impressive Wireless Camera Monitoring App Gets Major Update
Sony announced a significant update to its Monitor and Control (M&C) app, bringing the mobile platform to version 2.0 and adding powerful new features for content creators.
Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art Review: Limited Zoom, Maximum Light
Sigma introduced the world's first full-frame, mirrorless, f/1.8 lens: the 28-45mm f/1.8 Art. But if no one has ever made a lens like this before, do we even need it? Let's look at the facts with this rather odd entry and see if it's a hidden gem or a mad science experiment.
Sigma’s 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art is the First f/1.8 Zoom Lens for Full-Frame Mirrorless
Sigma announced the 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art for Sony E and Leica L-mount cameras. Carrying on the spirit of the now legendary 18-35mm f/1.8 for APS-C DSLR cameras, this new zoom is the world's first with a constant f/1.8 aperture for full-frame mirrorless camera systems.
This $24 Tool Can Transform Your Leica M Digital Camera Experience
Alongside great image and build quality, one of the most compelling aspects of using a Leica M digital camera is their access to such a diverse library of amazing lenses. However, some of these lenses, vintage and modern alike, lack electronic communication with the camera, leading to photographers manually tracking important metadata like lens selection and focal length. Henley Bailey of Akara Labs has a clever and affordable solution to this problem.
Canon to Make a Cinema EOS Announcement Next Week
Canon teased an impending announcement on June 5 for a Cinema EOS product and while it didn't disclose exactly what it might be, it did include the partial photo of a camera.
Panasonic Explains Stock Photos on S9 Website: A Mindset From ‘Over 20 Years Ago’
Earlier this week it was revealed that Panasonic Japan used numerous stock photos -- including at least one shot by a Nikon Ambassador -- to illustrate the new Lumix S9. Speaking to a local paper in Japan, Panasonic says it was the result of a dated marketing mindset.
Canon’s PowerShot V10 Gets ‘Enhanced’ Image Stabilization Update
Canon announced an upcoming firmware update for the PowerShot V10 vlogging camera that promises to "update and improve" the performance of its image stabilization.
Chroma Camera’s New CubeFF is an Affordable 35mm Pinhole Camera
Chroma Camera, makers of modular medium format cameras, lenses, and more, has released the CubeFF, a full-frame 35mm pinhole camera.
This is How Apple Torture Tests Its iPhones
Marques Brownlee was given an inside look at how Apple torture tests its iPhones and other products in its labs, ranging from IP testing, shaking, and dropping.
NAS Devices for Photographers On a Budget: UGreen vs Terramaster
Network-attached storage (NAS) is arguably one of the most versatile and accessible ways to store your most important data. While cloud services have become the "norm" for backup evangelists, a local backup method is vital for creatives dealing with massive volumes of photos daily.
NASA’s New Infrared Camera Sets High-Res Sights on Earth and Beyond
NASA has unveiled a new infrared camera that promises to drive impressive new science on Earth and beyond.
Less Than Half of All Japanese Households Own a Digital Camera
More data from Japan shows that, looking back at the last 15 years, smartphones truly obliterated the compact camera market: the ownership rate of a standalone digital camera in Japan has fallen below 50% for the first time in 19 years.