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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 Monochrome, Leica has announced a new monochrome camera, the Leica M11 Monochrom.
The...
Adorama Through the Lens: Storyteller Jordan Taylor Wright and architectural photographer Minh T
In the sixth season of Adorama's Through the Lens, the focus has been on photographers based in the United States. We didn't feature last week's episode, so we have a double header today.
First up is Jordan Taylor Wright, who describes himself as a storyteller. Jordan is based out of Los Angeles and combines...
First Impressions Review of the DJI Mavic 2 Pro
A couple years ago, I bought my first drone: the DJI Phantom 4. I had used a couple DJI products before this but held out until I thought drone technology had gotten to a point where it was going to flatten out for a while and it would be worth investing in one. But just a couple years later and boy was I ever...
Mastering contrast is the key to creating images that “pop”
Photos that pop. It's what many of us want from our own images, we want something that jumps off the screen or off the wall. Photographer Sean Tucker is often asked how he creates images that "pop." For him, he believes it often comes down to mastering contrast. In the video below, Tucker outlines five different...
Deciding which camera to buy: How defining your personal key factors informs your purchase
Landscape photographer and vlogger Nigel Danson has recently been considering changing his camera. Whether you are looking at buying a new camera as part of your existing camera system or switching brands or systems altogether, it's a big decision and it can be a tricky one to make. For Danson, he has narrowed his...
Here are some more sample photos and 4K videos shot on the Nikon Z7
Nikon Z7 Hands-On Preview • Gallery Images • Video Samples
Although we already had a small, initial batch of real-world sample images from Nikon's much-hyped Z7 full-frame mirrorless camera ready for eager eyes at announcement time, we've now come back with more sample images to browse through. We were on-hand...
Effort versus results in landscape photography: The value of the process versus the final image
It's conventional wisdom that the more effort you put into something, the more you will get out of it. Is this always the case with photography in general and landscape photography in particular? Ben Horne recently released a new video, seen below, in which he discusses this topic.
There are times when a...
DJI announces Mavic 2 Pro and Mavic 2 Zoom; One integrates Hasselblad, one can optically zoom
DJI has announced the latest addition to their long line of aerial cameras, the Mavic 2 Pro and the Mavic 2 Zoom. DJI is calling the Mavic two series the "most advanced DJI camera drone(s) ever built," designed for professional, aerial photographers and content creators. Featuring a new, Hasselblad-branded camera,...
Nikon starts new chapter by unveiling the Z mount system and full-frame Z6 and Z7 mirrorless cameras
Nikon Z7 Preview and Hands-on Video • Nikon Z6 Preview
After numerous teases, Nikon has finally drawn back the curtains and unveiled their brand-new full-frame mirrorless camera system, complete with an all-new and radically-redesigned Z mount. The cameras share a lot of similarities, so let's first look at the...
The super-small supertele: Nikon’s new 500mm f/5.6E PF telephoto lens seems impossibly small
In June, Nikon announced the development of a new AF-S Nikkor 500mm f/5.6E PF ED VR fixed focal length super-telephoto lens. At the time, there was not a lot of information available aside from the lens being designed to be compact and lightweight and that it would utilize a Phase Fresnel (PF) lens element. We now...
Today’s Adobe August Release updates Lightroom Classic CC as well as mobile apps
Adobe has announced their August CC releases which highlight both Lightroom Classic and Lightroom CC for Mac and Windows. That update is available today and updates to Android and iOS will be available in a few weeks.
Adobe says that this release addresses top features requested by users as well as support for...
Panasonic LX100 Mark II: The fixed lens Micro Four Thirds gets even better
The original Panasonic LX100 from 2014 broke new ground for a compact camera and proved exceedingly versatile, and today the company has at last unveiled the successor in the form of the Panasonic LX100 II.
Wrapped in a convenient size that can still slip comfortably in a coat or vest pocket, this latest...
Portraiture with a wide-angle lens: The authenticity and honesty of a close-up portrait
Tony and Chelsea Northrup enjoy trying different photography challenges to keep their skills sharp. Chelsea has recently been trying her hand at portraits with a wide-angle lens. There's a recent that lenses like 50mm and 85mm primes are often referred to as "portrait primes." They offer a flattering field of view...
How to make interesting images on boring days
Landscape photographers rely on nature to provide them with good lighting conditions. No matter how much time you put into it, you will always be at the mercy of weather. However, there are things you can do when life hands you lemons to make photographic lemonade. Photographer Adam Karnacz shows us a couple...
Rokinon announces first-ever autofocus lens for Nikon F, the full-frame AF 14mm f/2.8
Having already been made available for Canon EF, Rokinon has announced that their AF 14mm f/2.8 lens will be available this September for Nikon F mount. The AF 14mm f/2.8 is Rokinon's eighth autofocus lens in total but is their first AF lens ever for Nikon. The full-frame lens is designed for high-resolution...
Two Minute Tips: Is a full-frame camera always better than its smaller-sensored counterparts?
As long as there are cameras with different sensor sizes, there will always be discussion among photographers about which sensor size is the best. You often hear about the image quality advantages of a full-frame camera, but does that mean it truly is the best? Are there ever scenarios in which a cropped sensor,...
When color grading your images, Photoshop’s vivid light blend mode should not be ignored
There are 27 blend modes in Adobe Photoshop and many people use only a handful of them in their own workflow. As Blake Rudis of f64 Academy points out in his latest video, there may be blend modes you haven't tried yet that could significantly improve your photo editing workflow. One of these lesser-used blend...
Landscape photography camera settings: Metering, exposure, focus and shooting with Atillio Ruffo
Photographer Attilio Ruffo is in California doing landscape photography and he wants to discuss camera settings. Ruffo likes to keep things simple and straightforward, so the video below focuses on four different camera setting topics: metering, exposure, focusing and shooting.
How does Attilio meter his...
Firmware Friday: Fuji fixes FinePix XP130, XF 18mm and 60mm lenses
For the second week in a row, our regular Firmware Friday roundup is a relatively brief affair. In the past seven days, the only manufacturer which has dropped any new updates is Fujifilm, with the company supplying new firmware for one compact camera, and two XF-mount lenses. And in all three cases, the new...
3 ways to use flash to capture sharper bird photos at faster shutter speeds
It’s difficult to capture sharp images of birds for a number of reasons. They are a fast, small subject, for starters, which means you typically need a long lens and a fast-shooting camera with strong autofocus capabilities. Being quick, it is also often the case that you need a fast shutter speed to capture a...
Creating a better black and white conversion in Capture One
Creating a powerful black and white image is not as simple as removing the color in an image, but rather requires a more precise, fine-tuned approach. Within different image editors, there are varied ways to create black and white conversions. In Capture One, a powerful raw image editor, there are numerous tools...