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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...
Leica SL Typ-601 Field Test Part I: The big SL goes to the Big Apple
Our man in Manhattan Eamon Hickey is at it again, this time toting the largest of the digital Leica's in the SL Typ 601. With 35 years experience in photography, including having shot a number of Leica cameras in the past, Eamon was a natural to test this modern, upscale street camera.
And just how did it fare in...
Battle of the Drones: DJI Mavic takes on the GoPro Karma, but which has air superiority?
The GoPro Karma and DJI Mavic drones have been getting a lot of attention since their September unveils. The folks at MediaKix have put together an excellent infographic breaking down these two drones, even presenting the information with a fun Star Wars twist (although it's a shame that "drones" rhymes with...
Pushing your subject out of their comfort zone and capturing the moment with the Phase One XF
Portrait photographer Mark Seliger's career has spanned multiple decades and seen him receive numerous awards and accolades for his work for such publications as Rolling Stone, Vanity Fair and Elle. He's worked with Tony Bennett in particular for around 20 years, and wanted to work with him again to capture...
Shooting under pressure: Combat photographer stays composed even when taking enemy gunfire
U.S. Union Army General William T. Sherman was quoted as saying that "war is hell." For British soldier and photographer Rupert Frere, it is his job to document this hell.
In the video below from Photography News, we see Rupert Frere on patrol with the British Army. Thru his body camera, we get a first-person...
Sigma sd Quattro Field Test: A tale of two cameras, slow and frustrating, but fantastic in the right situation
I have finished my Sigma sd Quattro Field Test, and it was certainly an interesting experience. Sigma's first mirrorless interchangeable lens camera is powered by their venerable Foveon X3 image sensor, which despite being an APS-C sensor delivers images with incredible detail that can rival many higher-megapixel...
Paddle me! This new Leica M-P Typ 240 comes with a ping pong paddle grip
Ping pong paddles have just become much more versatile…and more expensive. Leica has teamed up with German artist and photographer Rolf Sachs to release a special edition Leica M-P Typ 240, aptly dubbed the Leica M-P "Grip."
On the inside the exclusive camera is the same as any other Typ 240 including special...
360 degrees for under $300: Ricoh announces slim, capable Theta SC
For those wanting to capture and share 360-degree photos and videos, Ricoh now has a third option for the prospective buyer. Nestled in between the entry level Theta M15 and the flagship Theta S, the newly-announced Theta SC comes with a price point of just under US$300, a rather enticing price point indeed.
...Shooting with the Nikon 105mm f/1.4: Incredibly shallow depth of field and rich bokeh for portraits
Six years after releasing the 85mm f/1.4G lens, Nikon is back with another intriguing proposition for portrait photographers in the 105mm f/1.4E ED AF-S Nikkor. Aimed right at heart of what many consider to be the sweet spot focal length for a portrait prime, this lens is the first at this focal length or longer...
Canon 5D Mark IV Gallery Images: Exploring the city and the forest with Canon’s latest full-frame DSLR
Announced a bit before this year's Photokina tradeshow, Canon's long-awaited successor to the widely popular 5D Mark III has arrived. While on its exterior, it may look like just another 'Mark III,' the new Canon 5D Mark IV sports a lot of new features and performance improvements on the inside that should pique...
Sony RX100 V First Shots: Fresh from the lab, see our samples from the pocket-friendly powerhouse
Just five days ago, Sony revealed its fifth-generation RX100-series compact camera, the Sony RX100 V. For the latest in the line, the Japanese consumer electronics giant has focused on performance, and this little pocket powerhouse has it in spades. Courtesy of a brand-new image sensor and processor, the...
Keep your cool: PrimaLuceLab’s modified Nikon D5500a Cooled is ready to capture the night sky
PrimaLuceLab in Italy specializes in products for astronomy and astrophotography, and their latest product, the Nikon D5500a Cooled DSLR, is the world's first "cooled" Nikon camera for this specialized purpose. Indeed, the D5500a Cooled combines the astrophotography capabilities of a specialized, cooled CCD camera...
AI photo critic: Meet Keegan, a pipe-smoking artificial intelligence who wants to improve your photography
It is not unusual for photographers to seek a critique of their work. It's an important part of the learning process, and one that usually helps everyone involved improve their work. However, typically we go to other people for criticism. Regaind, a company whose API utilizes artificial intelligence to analyze and...
Smarter and non-destructive: Dodging and burning made easy with Jimmy McIntyre
Dodging and burning may seem simple and effective in Photoshop, but traditional techniques are not only destructive but can also have undesired side-effects. Photographer and educator Jimmy McIntyre wants to teach us to dodge and burn more effectively in Photoshop by utilizing different techniques, including blend...
Reader Stories: Summer on the beach, through the eyes of René
By IR reader René Theuillon
Nothing is more commonplace than showing pictures of a beach in summer. I am perfectly aware of that matter of fact, and I feel a little bit guilty doing so. Nevertheless, when I consider the crowd on the beach next to my place this year, I am forced to ask myself the reasons for the...
Caffeine Priority: Filters and the joy of landscape photography
Wake up with IR! Here's today's dose of Caffeine Priority...
As a reviewer, the gear I have in my bag changes frequently, but one constant is that I always carry filters. I consider them a staple of a landscape photographer's kit. Photographer Thomas Heaton, whose videos we have featured on numerous occasions,...
Young, adventurous New York City photographer Christopher Serrano dies in unfortunate train incident
Photography can occasionally be dangerous, but New York City-based photographer Christopher Serrano - known by his Instagram handle Heavy_Minds - often took it to new heights, literally. Unfortunately, his propensity for taking risks has cost him his life. Serrano was only 25 years old at the time of his death...
Pen-powered editing on the go: Wacom introduces Windows 10-equipped MobileStudio Pro tablets
How would you like to run Adobe Photoshop CC and Lightroom CC on a large, high-resolution display that you can use with Wacom's newest pen technology? Wacom MobileStudio Pro is for you, then. Coming this November, these lightweight, mobile, pen-equipped computers are available in two sizes, one with a 13.3-inch...
Pocketable and performance-focused: The Sony RX100 V is here, see our first real-world shots!
The fifth generation Sony RX100 premium pocket is here, and unsurprisingly named the Sony RX100 V. What is surprising is the performance that Sony has crammed into this premium pocketable camera, including 4K video, crazy-fast 24 frames per second continuous burst shooting and on-sensor phase detect autofocus.
We...
Firmware Friday: Updates for cameras from Canon, Casio, Fujifilm, Phase One and Ricoh
The weekend is here, and it's firmware time once more! This week, our Firmware Friday roundup includes news of updates for six cameras from Canon, Casio, Fujifilm, Phase One and Ricoh. One of these, the Fuji X-Pro2, we actually already covered earlier in the week, but the rest are all brand-new, and a couple...
Bowens launches new Generation X series of flashes: Powerful, fast flash on the go or in the studio
Manfrotto, the exclusive distributor of Bowens products in the United States, has announced the launch of Bowens' new Generation X flash range. The flash units will debut at PhotoPlus in New York City later this month, but the line is available for preorder now.
Generation X includes two new flash systems, the...