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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...
Panasonic GH5 arrives: Just as small and svelte, the flagship Lumix packs major photo, video horsepower
After getting a sneak peek at the upcoming Panasonic GH5 back at Photokina in September 2016, we're finally learning all the details, specs, pricing and design information about Panasonic's new flagship camera today, after its full launch during CES in Las Vegas. While some of the big hallmark features, such as 6K...
Panasonic announces new bridge superzoom, compact mirrorless, 12-60mm f/2.8-4.0 lens and more
This is certainly a big CES 2017 for Panasonic! In addition to their new flagship camera, the Panasonic GH5, the Japanese company has also announced the FZ80 and GX850 cameras in addition to five lenses. Exciting times in the Panasonic camp, indeed!
Panasonic FZ80
We'll start with the new FZ-series camera, the...
Canon G9X II announced: Just as compact as its predecessor, but much faster
The Canon G9X impressed us with its great image quality and compact form factor. The newly updated Canon G9X II offers much of the same except this time with improved performance and a handful of other new features.
Built around a 20.1-megapixel 1-inch CMOS sensor and 3x zoom 28-84mm equivalent f/2.0-4.9 lens,...
Start your next photo adventure off on the right foot with these four essential tips from Nat Geo
Do you want to start 2017 off with a photographic adventure? National Geographic photographer Keith Ladzinski has four tips to help you get “an epic shot” while out in the field as part of National Geographic’s “Get Out: A Guide to Adventure” series.
The four things Ladzinski says you will want to utilize to on...
Magic Lantern user finds a way to capture 14-bit DNG RAW images in-camera, bypassing CR2 capture
Magic Lantern makes open-source firmware modifications for Canon EOS cameras, allowing users the ability to utilize features that weren’t included in Canon’s own firmware such as on-screen overlays, headphone monitoring, additional bracketing options, in-camera intervalometers, and much more. In a post on their...
Phase One sees upcoming mirrorless medium format cameras as threat, won’t support them in Capture One
While we await further news about the Fuji GFX, the Japanese company’s upcoming mirrorless medium format camera system, we do at least know now that the camera is unlikely to be supported in Phase One Capture One Pro software, a popular image software, especially for professionals.
Capture One Pro offers both...
reVision offers fast, simple before and after views of your edited images
Have you ever wanted a simple way to show the before and after versions of your images? Polish photographer Łukasz Oślizło has too, so he has created reVision.
reVision is an easy-to-use web interface where you simply drop the before and after versions of your work into the two boxes on the screen. After the...
Yi announces 60fps 4K action camera and “world’s fastest” tricopter drone
As we approach CES, Yi Technology has announced the Yi 4K+, the follow-up to their 4K action camera which was announced this past summer. The 4K+ is the first action camera capable of recording 4K photos and videos at 60 frames per second. Details are scarce on the 4K+, Yi's third action camera, but we covered its...
With front element replacement costs increasing, is it time to use a UV filter?
Few topics rile people up as much as whether to use a protective filter on lenses. There have been numerous articles written on the topic and more arguments on internet forums than you could shake a stick at. Roger Cicala at LensRentals has written about the topic a few times (here, here and here) but wants to...
From 1897 until today, the history and technique of timelapse photography
We frequently cover excellent or distinct timelapse videos on Imaging Resource, but DigitalRev In-Focus has a neat new video discussing timelapses in general, including their history, the techniques behind the videos and their artistic aspects.
Firstly, what is timelapse? It's a photographic technique where a...
Half a million dollars of Canon lenses capture unprecedented images of our Universe
What do you get when you cluster together 48 Canon 400mm f/2.8L IS II lenses? Besides nearly half a million dollars of exotic glass, you also get an extremely powerful telephoto array which can captures images showing "extremely faint galaxy structure." The Dragonfly multi-lens array is "designed for ultra-low...
Canon EOS M5 First Shots: Does their most advanced mirrorless model earn high marks for image quality?
Canon was rather slow out the gate to enter the mirrorless camera market, but they now have a range of models, from the entry-level EOS M10 to the enthusiast-level EOS M5, which only just made its debut at this year's Photokina tradeshow. We've finally received our review copy of the new Canon EOS M5, and as usual,...
Sony RX100 V Image Quality Comparison: How does this mindblowingly quick compact compare to rivals?
Recently, I published my real-world field test of the Sony RX100 V, an incredible compact camera that's small enough to fit in a pocket, and yet can shoot full-resolution JPEG and raw images faster than a professional DSLR for several seconds at a time. When I announced the arrival of my field test, I...
High Speed and 360: Dave E dishes 2016’s hottest camera tech
Over the past year in the newsroom and over the water cooler, one thing kept coming up when we talked about camera technology: cameras were getting faster. More frames per second, larger buffers, faster response times. And if you talk to Imaging-Resource founder and editor-in-chief Dave Etchells, he's not shy about...
Sony A99 II Field Test Part I: The new flagship A-mount camera’s high-resolution sensor shines
Sony's first full-frame A-mount camera since the original A99 in 2012, the Sony A99 Mark II, has arrived. We already have lab samples available for your viewing as well as some real-world shots from a Sony event in November, and we have now published our first Field Test for the new pro-level camera.
In Part I of...
Checking color: A simple tool that will save you a lot of trouble and ensure that you capture accurate color
Product photography is important for not only showcasing a product in its best light, but also for aiding consumers who are trying to purchase something online. As glamour and fashion photographer Amber Goetz puts it in her article for Fstoppers, “It’s happened to me and it has most likely happened to you: you...
First contact: Brazilian photographer photographs uncontacted tribe in the Amazon from the air
Brazilian photographer Ricardo Stuckert recently had an experience that is exceedingly rare in the modern world, the chance to view an uncontacted tribe of people. While in a helicopter trip to photograph a “contacted” tribe in the Amazon, a rainstorm caused the helicopter to take a detour.
It was on this detour...
Seeing in every direction: Sphere Pro lens lets you easily capture 360-degree photos and video
Sphere Optics has a very interesting new lens, the (sphere) Pro. This lens allows users to capture 360 degrees of horizontal and 180 degrees of vertical field of view without the need to use multiple cameras or stitch footage. This lens appears to be one-of-a-kind.
It uses a toroidal design and is compatible with...
Still going strong in Milan: Italian technician has been repairing analog cameras for nearly 60 years
Gian Luigi Carminati has spent the vast majority of his 76 years repairing cameras in a small Milan workshop. His incredible technical skills are on display in the video below, directed by David Drills.
Over the course of Carminati’s career, he has seen photography change dramatically. When he started, he says...
Canon launches new Pixma printers with refillable ink tanks
Canon announced today four new PIXMA G-series printers, the highlight of which is that the ink system is refillable. The printers feature integrated ink tanks instead of cartridges and employ a simple refilling system using a bottle with a spill-resistant top.
With inkjet printers, it's long been held that the...