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28 Years Later was Apparently Shot on the iPhone 15, and I Have Thoughts

Danny Boyle is my favorite filmmaker of all time: from Shallow Grave to Steve Jobs, few directors have a portfolio as uniquely broad while also thematically consistent as his. His films are either critically acclaimed or criminally underrated, and I have been waiting with...

DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro Price Cheaper vs GoPro Hero 13, but is it a better camera?

With the announcement of the DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro, the action camera market is graced with another addition, just weeks after the GoPro Hero 13 made its debut. These two new iterations of action camera are both alike in dignity, but there are some significant differences...

The DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro Has Now Released and is Available to Buy

The DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro has been formally announced. After weeks of leaks and days of delays, we’ve finally got a concrete DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro release date, and info on how to pre order the new high-end action camera. DJI isn’t slowing down as we enter 2024, with the...

Insta360 X5: 5 Features We Hope to See

The Insta360 X4 is a highly capable 360 action camera, used by professionals and amateurs alike. It’s hard to think of means by which the company could improve upon the design: with 8K footage, an ultra-lightweight design and AI-powered editing capabilities; the X4 is a...

Samsung’s S25 camera is rumored to be better than the iPhone 16’s, with a few caveats

With the imminent arrival of the iPhone 16, eyes are turning back for the response from their major competitor, Samsung. We’ve reported before on the potential specifications for the Samsung Galaxy S25, and the knee-jerk reaction to them is to posit that they are superior to...

Best iPhone 16 Trade-In Deals: Here’s Where to Pre Order and Buy

The iPhone 16 pre orders are officially live. After a short wait from Monday’s Glowtime event, Apple and their affiliates have lined up a series of deals to help make these new high-end smartphones worth your while. Depending on your local providers, you may be entitled to...

iPhone 16 Pre Orders Start Today: Here’s When You Can Buy One

The iPhone 16 range was announced with much fanfare on Monday as part of Apple’s Glowtime event, and now just a few days later the smartphone series is available for prepurchase. There are plenty of retailers gearing up for the iPhone 16 pre order cycle, but all are waiting...

Opinion: Between Apple Intelligence and “Cinematic” Video, the iPhone 16 is spread far too thin

Apple’s Glowtime event has been and gone, and with it came the iPhone 16: Apple’s latest iteration of smartphone. As part of the package, Apple Intelligence is finally taking the training wheels off with a suite of new features headed for your pocket, starting September...

iPhone 16 Pro Max Size and Camera: What’s Changed?

Though the differences between iPhone generations are limited outside of the core design, there are still distinguishable upgrades from one iPhone model to the next. In the case of the iPhone 16 range, it’s the iPhone 16 Pro Max’s camera and storage capabilities that have...

iPhone 16 Battery Life Improved for Pro and Pro Max Models

The iPhone 16 range has finally been unveiled today at Apple’s Glowtime event. The new range, consisting of a quartet of new differently-optimized smartphones, boast a suite of improvements, among them being improvements to the battery and battery life. So if you’re starting...

iPhone 16 Price, Pre Order and Where to Buy

The iPhone 16 range is finally here: after months of speculation and a few trusty leaks, today’s Glowtime event officially unveiled Apple’s newest iteration of smartphone. With multiple models to choose from, those looking to upgrade their phone to the newest model need to...

Sigma announced the 10-18mm F/2.8 DC DN for the Canon RF Mount

Sigma is expanding its lineup of Canon RF Mount lenses with the addition of the Sigma 10-18mm F/2.8 DC DN Contemporary ultra-wide. The newly announced lens is designed for APS-C mirrorless cameras such as the EOS R7, R50, and R100.

The new Sigma 10-18mm F/2.8 DC DN is made...

Apple Watch 10 Screen Size 30% Bigger Than Ultra, With Improved Battery Life

The Apple Watch 10 is officially on its way: Apple’s newest smartwatch range comes in a range of materials and colors, as ever with Apple, along with huge across-the-board changes to quality and features. But most concerning for the primary use of the wearable is the Apple...

Apple Watch 10 Pre Order & Best Trade In Deals

Apple’s Glowtime event has been and gone, having dropped a monumental announcement of 4 new iPhone models, a new iteration of AirPods, and the details on the Apple Watch 10. This next generation of smartwatch almost stole the spotlight from the iPhone 16 range: with its...

Apple Announcement 2024: What to Expect from Glowtime Event

A simple teaser, stating “It’s Glowtime”, has been the first hint we’ve had of Apple’s 2024 announcement event, happening later today. With just hours left on the clock, anticipation is high for this event that should usher in the next generation of iPhone, Apple Watch, and...

Leica M11-D Release Date Rumors: Is a New Leica Body on the Way?

Though Leica occupies a proportionally small amount of the camera market, its products are always eagerly anticipated by professional photographers worldwide. And with the latest reports suggesting we could get a Leica M11-D release date before the end of September 2024,...

GoPro Hero & GoPro Hero 13 Black Available to Pre Order

Action cameras continue to be an ultra-popular market, with new releases from companies like Insta360, DJI and GoPro becoming an annual event in our calendars. As we pass the yearly threshold, we now have a confirmed GoPro Hero and GoPro Hero 13 release date and specs to...

Canon Handheld Vlogging Camera Patent: What Can We Expect?

Like with any major manufacturer, product development is a constant and lengthy process. Often research and development proves fruitless, but what public displays companies engage in can indicate what the manufacturers are prioritizing - such is the case with this recent...

What is the Mysterious Sony Alpha Camera Rumored to Launch Before the End of 2024?

Sony has already had a successful 2024: with the (albeit delayed) launch of the ZV-E10 II and the recent release of their new 85mm G Master lens, the company shows no signs of stopping. But one rumor that has been plaguing the company since early this year is reports that Q4...

DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro Has Launched!

Amongst DJI’s many prospective product launches at present - including a potential new mirrorless camera through to new drones - many are wondering if the company is leaving behind other facets of their industry. Though we haven’t yet got an officially DJI Osmo Action 5...

First images for the Sigma 28-105mm F/2.8 FE lens have leaked online

Sony is getting an exciting new lens in the Sigma 28-105 F/2.8 FE. While details about the lens have been scarce, the first images have already leaked online.

The leaked image of the Sigma 28-105 F/2.8 lens was shared by Sony Alpha Rumors on X. It shows the top view of the...

DJI Neo Officially Announced: Specs, Price and Release Date

There has been a flurry of DJI leaks and announcements in the past weeks, but it was only a few days ago that the company themselves put forward anything resembling official word. Teasing a DJI Neo announcement, the company put out this minimal posting telling us to prepare...

Will the Samsung Galaxy S25 Exclusively use Snapdragon Chips?

We recently did a roundup of all the rumors surrounding the Samsung Galaxy S25, including one leak that comprehensively listed the new smartphone’s entire range of components. One element that we were somewhat curious about was the processor that the new smartphone would...

A Photographer’s Guide to the iPhone 16 Pro

The Apple iPhone 16 and 16 Pro models are just a week from being revealed and there is palpable excitement in the air. Many of our photographer friends are already asking: will it be worth it to upgrade to the upcoming iPhone 16 Pro?

While the official specs of the iPhone...

The 3 Best Labor Day Camera Phone Deals: Pixel 9 Fold, Galaxy S24, & OnePlus 12R

Labor Day continues to highlight great-value deals across multiple platforms, and we’ve compiled some fantastic smartphone offerings. All of these units have great built-in cameras for easy on-the-go photography. With another day on the clock for these offers, you have...

Rumor: Hasselblad will announce a new wide-angle zoom lens in September

Hasselblad is rumored to be making a big addition to its lens lineup next month. According to one trusted source, the Swedish camera manufacturer is looking to unveil a new wide-angle zoom lens next month.

Reliable leaker @camerainsider revealed on X that Hasselblad will...

iPhone 16 & AI-Powered Photo Editing: What to Expect

Generative AI has become a mainstay of the photography world, whether we like it or not. Tools like Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop have a suite of AI-powered photo editing tools, and we’ve seen smartphones debuting with similar in-engine programs too. And now, with the iPhone...

iPhone 16 Release Date & Everything We Know

Though digital camera use has massively decreased in the wake of the smartphone, we aren’t wholly anti-iPhone here. Smartphone cameras have greatly democratized photography as a medium, and with the iPhone 16 family of smartphones on the way, users can experience a new level...

Sony 85mm F1.4 GM II Officially Announced: Release Date & Specs

Sony continues to roll out their new products as we enter the final months of 2024. Having started the year with the A9 III and with the potential of another Alpha camera on the horizon, the manufacturer shows no sign of slowing. Now, with confirmation of the Sony 85mm f/1.4...

What new cameras can we expect soon?

2024 has been quite eventful regarding new camera announcements with the recent Canon, Fujifilm, and Nikon releases. And with four months left before the new year, many photographers are expecting to see several more cameras hit the market.

Before we dive into what we...

Is DJI Joining the Mirrorless Camera Market? Rumoured DJI Osmo X

Rumors continue to spread about DJI developing a full-fledged mirrorless camera. The company, whose current product inventory includes action cameras, drones and gimbals; has sparked discourse in recent weeks with the idea that it could be developing a flagship camera as...

My Favorite Lens Just Got Even Better

As a long-time Sony shooter, I reap the rewards of having a suite of lens options available. Sony has allowed third-party developers access to their E-Mount system for years: a move that has indisputably worked in their favor. New lens options from Tamron, Sigma and Zeiss...

The Tamron 50-400mm for the Nikon Z-mount is expected to be announced next month

Nikon users may soon be getting a new lens from well-known third-party manufacturer Tamron. Recent rumors suggest that the company is preparing to announce a new ultra-telephoto lens for the Z-mount with an impressive 8x zoom range.

A few days ago, reliable leaker...

Adobe adds impressive new AI technology to its Lightroom ecosystem

 
 

Adobe has announced significant updates to its entire Lightroom ecosystem, including the popular Lightroom on desktop, Lightroom Classic, and Adobe Camera Raw applications.

Many new features rely upon improved...

Leica announces M11 Monochrom, a 60-megapixel camera built for black and white photography

 
 

It's a glorious time for black-and-white photography enthusiasts. Hot on the heels of Ricoh announcing the Pentax K-3 Mark III MonochromeLeica has announced a new monochrome camera, the Leica M11 Monochrom.

The...

Firmware Friday: Nikon Coolpix W300, Panasonic VariCam LT, Fuji X-T3 and oodles of software updated


 
 

There's actually as much software as firmware news in this week's Firmware Friday roundup, which arrives bearing news from Fujifilm, Nikon and Panasonic. If you're shooting the Fujifilm X-T3, Nikon Coolpix W300 or Panasonic VariCam LT, or you use the software which accompanied your Fuji camera, then you'll...

Venus Optics announces eight new Laowa lenses ahead of Photokina 2018

 
 

Ahead of Photokina, Venus Optics has announced eight “new and unique” Laowa lenses. In total, the company will be showing off a dozen lenses for the first time in Europe as Venus had previously announced four new lenses in China at Beijing P&E.

Let’s start with the cinema-oriented optics. Venus has announced the...

Tokina Opera 50mm f/1.4 now available to order: Premium fast prime begins new high-end lens series

 
 

In February, Tokina announced two lenses, including a 50mm f/1.4 lens, which is the first in a new series of “Opera” lenses. After many months, we now have pricing and availability information for the new standard prime lens.

To bring you back up to speed, the Tokina Opera 50mm f/1.4 FF lens will be available in...

The biggest mistake in landscape photography and how to avoid it

 
 

Landscape photography is often a challenging pursuit. You need to wake up early or stay out late for the best chances and a lot of the time, the conditions don’t work out the way you had hoped they would. Nonetheless, sometimes you get treated to stunning light and fantastic scenery. In these cases, getting a good...

Skylum teases new Luminar with Libraries update, coming for free to Luminar 2018 owners this fall

 
 

It’s not much, but Skylum Software has shared a new teaser video for their upcoming Luminar with Libraries update. Coming later this year to Mac and PC, the update to Luminar will be free to all current owners of Luminar 2018.

The update will make Luminar a full-fledged Lightroom competitor as it will introduce...

Field Test: Sony’s all-new FE 24mm f/1.4 G Master is a wide-angle stunner


Click here to read our Sony 24mm f/1.4 GM Field Test

The all-new Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 GM, which is Sony's 30th overall lens and 8th G Master optic, may not be a focal length that immediately jumps off the page to every shooter, as it is generally seen as a somewhat specialized lens for astrophotography and landscape photographers. That said,...

Do image editing presets kill creativity? How to manually edit your landscape shots in Lightroom

 
 

When editing images, many photographers may opt for the simple solution and apply a preset. There are a lot of nice-looking presets out there, after all. Perhaps in some cases, this approach makes a lot of sense, as if you are editing many images you can save time by applying particular presets to your shots....

Adorama Through the Lens: Eric Rubens brings a southern California vibe to his outdoor photography

 
 

Another week, another new episode of Adorama’s Through the Lens video series. If you’re unfamiliar with the series, it is a documentary series created by Sal D’Alia and it focuses on different photographers for each episode. The current season, the series’ sixth, is looking at photographers based in the United...

Comparing different light modifiers and the quality of light they produce

 
 

When you start working with off-camera lighting, whether it involves speedlights or something larger and more powerful, the next step will be figuring out which light modifiers work best for you. Direct light without a modifier can be very harsh and it likely isn’t going to produce the kind of look you’re after....

Exploring Photography: Controlling what is in focus using aperture, focal length and subject distance

 
 

If you’re new to photography, one of the most challenging aspects of understanding a camera is figuring out how different settings affect the overall look of an image. One of the main reasons why a person buys a dedicated camera system is to get a “professional” look to their shots. In many cases, what this means...

Nikon P1000 Field Test Part I: First impressions from the far away world


Click here to read our Nikon P1000 Field Test Pt I

 
 

The last few weeks in the digital photography world have all seemed to focus on cameras with larger sensors, as the great Full Frame mirrorless race is now in full steam. With this Field Test for the new Nikon P1000, we'll change that focus for a bit, turning...

How to emphasize the foreground in landscape photography to create a more powerful photograph

 
 

Composition is one of the most important aspects of any great photograph. In landscape photography, there is a lot of consideration placed on composing the frame from front to back. After all, you often want to produce images with a lot of depth. In a two-dimensional medium such as photography, there are different...

Canon EOS R: A deep-dive Q&A session with the Canon engineers


 
 

Canon's new EOS R full-frame mirrorless camera has stirred a lot of buzz, and I'm sure readers will have as many questions as we've had about it.

I had a chance to sit down with a panel of top Canon engineers at the recent product launch event in Hawaii, and ask all my usual techie questions; the results...

Behind the scenes of real-world wedding photography

 
 

This weekend, we want to show you a great behind-the-scenes video from Dan and Sally Watson. In addition to reviewing gear, the duo are full-time photographers and photograph a lot of weddings. For those interested in starting wedding photography or perhaps just looking for fresh ideas, the video below is a great...

Firmware Friday: Sony Alpha 9, FS7 and FS7 II, Sigma lenses / converters and Nikon software all updated

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This week's regular Firmware Friday roundup is a relatively straightforward affair, with news of new firmware or software updates from just a handful of companies in the past seven days. On the camera front, Sony has updates for the Alpha 7 mirrorless camera, as well as the FS7 and FS7 II video cameras....

Laws of Light: Overpower the sun with high-speed sync

 
 

As part of Jay P. Morgan’s ongoing Laws of Light video series, his latest video is all about high speed sync. High-speed sync strobes allow you to shoot at shutter speeds faster than your camera’s built-in flash sync, which often ranges from 1/160s to 1/250s. If you are shooting outside in bright light,...

Sony launches “Alpha Female” program to improve opportunities for women in photography & filmmaking

 
 

Photography has long been something of a male-dominated industry. Despite there being many incredibly talented women photographers, if you head to a workshop or a popular photo spot, you will still often see a disproportionately high number of male photographers. Sony wants to help change that and empower women...

Nikon Z7 First Shots: Lab sample images with a final-production camera


Click here to see our Nikon Z7 Sample Images

 
 

Although we've already had hands-on with the new Nikon Z7 full-frame mirrorless camera, as well as posted some real-world images and sample videos, so far everything's been from a pre-production or prototype version of the camera. Well, at last, we've gotten our...

Fuji X-T3 Field Test Part I: A few days in NYC with Fujifilm’s new flagship X-series camera


Click here to read our Fuji X-T3 Field Test Pt. 1

 
 

Just last week Fujifilm announced the successor to their wildly-popular X-T2 camera, aptly-named the Fujifilm X-T3 -- no surprises there with the product naming. What is rather surprising is that while Fuji managed to keep the body design nearly identical, they...

Review: Peak Design’s Travel Backpack unfortunately falls short in its goal to be one bag that does it all

 
 

Peak Design is one of the most successful, fastest-growing brands in the photographic industry. The entire industry, not just bags. They have a massive fan base and even big names like Sony and DJI are working with them to create either co-branded products or custom embroidered swag. They have a massive following...