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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 Release Date Announcement Possibly Approaches
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...
Adjusting white balance, removing color casts and being creative using Luminar 2018
One of the big advantages of shooting RAW images is that you can easily change the white balance of your images without any issue during post-processing. In many cases, this may mean trying to make the white balance as accurate as possible. At other times, it may mean that you adjust the white balance in a creative...
Landscape photographer Gary Gough was treated a rare sight on the beautiful Isle of Skye
Photographer Gary Gough was recently visiting the Isle of Skye for one of his two annual workshops to the picturesque Scottish isle. While there, Gough and his group were treated not only to excellent landscape and nature photography opportunities but also to the northern lights.
To see what the Isle of Skye is...
Panasonic GH5S gallery images now available!
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Though clearly designed and marketed as a video camera first, the Panasonic GH5S still has the build and functionality of the GH5, a solid stills camera. With enhanced ISO performance comes a lower megapixel count, just 10MP, but the quality of the images produced is...
The pros and cons of a gimbal head versus a ballhead for wildlife photography
Danish nature photographer Morten Hilmer does a lot of wildlife photography, so he has a gimbal-style tripod for use with his large lenses. He also does a lot of landscape photography, so he owns and often carries a ballhead tripod to help save space and weight in his pack. Is it possible to use a ballhead for...
5 must-know Photoshop tips and tricks in just under 25 minutes
Many of us photographers rely heavily on Photoshop for our processing and photo editing needs. After all, the software is immensely powerful, flexible and there are many excellent resources to help us get the most out of it for our personal workflows. In his newest video, Nathaniel Dodson of tutvid shows off "5...
Committing these 5 mistakes may be able to improve your photography
Normally we share videos about ways to reduce the mistakes you make capturing or editing photos, but today, we want to share a video about five photo mistakes which you should be making.
The video below comes from tech and camera reviewer Maarten Heilbron and he wants to help us break some rules to improve our...
Canon @ CP+: Mirrorless strategy, development focus and Dual Sensing IS tech
For a good few years now, we've had a team from IR on the ground at the CP+ tradeshow in Japan each spring, attending an annual event which represents something of a homecoming for many of the world's biggest camera makers. And each year, we make sure to schedule time around the show to meet with executives from...
When does a hard-edge graduated neutral density filter work best?
Australian photographer Andrew Marr is certainly spoiled for coastline. This time, he's exploring Burns Beach, which features nice waves and many rocks, which can act as a good foreground element. He's shooting at sunset, but he's not going to get a traditional sunset due to dense clouds along the horizon. However,...
No joke, Imaging Resource is 20 years old today!
Internet years are like dog years, only shorter. By that measure, I figure Imaging Resource has actually been around for two internet centuries :-)
It hardly seems possible, but it was 20 years ago today that I first launched IR. (April 1 has always seemed like an appropriate anniversary date, somehow.)
Back in 1998, the typical...
Making a frame-worthy photo: 10 steps for retouching your image for printing
As part of their third season of Shooting Stories That Sell, SLR Lounge has released a free video showing off ten steps to retouch your images for print.
While it's nice to view and share images on the web, there's something truly special about a print, so you want to ensure that you're doing everything necessary...
How to recreate Rembrandt lighting in your own home
In the latest video from Advancing Your Photography, you can learn how to create and use Rembrandt lighting. The video features filmmaker Fletcher Murray and he starts the video off with great advice about ensuring simplicity with your lighting setup. He states that many beginners often excessively light their...
Adorama Spotlight: Irish photographer Michael Meade combines landscape, portraiture and much more
Irish photographer Michael Meade is a commercial photographer and videographer without a singular genre focus. In fact, Meade shoots landscape, travel, wedding, music and dance photography. That's quite the variety! As part of their Spotlight series, Adorama has turned their focus toward Meade to show off his work...
Google Pixel 2 Field Test: An impressive little pocket camera, that also happens to make phone calls
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Well, here's something we don't typically review on IR: smartphones. When I bought the iPhone 8 Plus last fall, I decided to do an extensive Field Test more or less as an excuse to thoroughly try out the camera. I came out rather impressed with the quality, all...
Making a difference: This Photoshop blend mode can be used for simple, customizable color grading
Blend modes in Photoshop can be complicated. However, that doesn't mean you should avoid them. They are very powerful when used correctly and fortunately there are many tutorials and resources to help us make the most of the different blend modes within Photoshop.
One such tutorial comes from Blake Rudis of f64...
Sigma 35mm f/1.4 Art lens takes to the Tokyo streets for documentary street photography
Travel photographer Joe Allam is in Tokyo with the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 Art lens to capture some street photography.
Allam starts during the daytime and stays out until nighttime, making good use of the very fast f/1.4 aperture of his Sigma prime lens, which he had attached to a Canon 7D Mark II. The vlog itself was...
Ridiculous resolution: Canon shows off their 120-megapixel APS-H sensor
You may recall hearing in the past about Canon's 120-megapixel APS-H sensor. The company is back with another video showing off the impressive technology. The Canon 120MXS is an ultra-high resolution CMOS sensor with 13,280 x 9,184 effective pixels, which is approximately 60 times the resolution of Full HD.
The...
10 must-know time lapse settings for shooting and processing
Jay P. Morgan of The Slanted Lens has a brand-new video focused on time lapse shooting. In the video below, Morgan covers the best camera settings for time lapses, including both shooting and processing.
Morgan works with a Canon 5D Mark III with Tamron zoom lenses and uses a MIOPS Mobile. You can use whichever...
Lightroom quick tip: Easily find and remove pesky spots in your photo using Adobe Lightroom
If you use an interchangeable lens camera, there's a very good chance that you have had to deal with spots on your images before. Even with built-in sensor cleaning technology, it's not uncommon for little specks of dust to wind up on your sensor and sometimes they can be very tricky to spot, pardon the pun, on...
Artificial sun: Using strobes to recreate natural light
While natural light often provides some of the best light for your portrait images, it is not always possible to use natural light. When you want complete control of light, you need to use artificial light, and it's possible through the use of a fairly simple strobe setup to realistically recreate the look of...
Think Tank Photo releases new affordable StoryTeller shoulder bags and new V3.0 Modular Belt System
Think Tank Photo has launched a brand-new series of photo shoulder bags, the new StoryTeller series. The StoryTeller bags comprise a trio of bags, each sharing the same overall design and many features, but offering different carrying capacities. The bags feature a flip-top lid for quick access to your gear and...