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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...
The Canon EOS R5 is shaping up to be a video beast: 8K 30p RAW, 4K 120p 4:2:2 10-bit & more!
Canon today unveiled a few more exciting tidbits of information about their upcoming high-end EOS R5 full-frame mirrorless camera, this time focusing on more of the video capabilities of this new potential powerhouse. And boy, oh boy, if you are serious about shooting video -- and perhaps don't want or need to jump...
Sigma fp Gallery: World’s smallest full-frame camera begins its journey at IR
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Our friends at Sigma surprised the camera world in the fall of 2019 with the launch of the fp, the world's smallest full-frame camera. Long known for their awesome lens lines such as the Art series for various mounts and formats, and for their niche Foveon-sensor-based...
Help support those fighting COVID-19 with Sigma’s new charitable relief dealer partnership
In an effort to support those helping communities across the country from the effects of COVID-19, Sigma this week announced a new charitable relief program in partnership with select camera stores across the United States. From now until June 30, 2020, five percent of all Sigma lens sales from participating...
Nikon launches #CreatorsHour events with livestreamed interviews with pros, Instagram Live chats & more
As we all continue to hunker down at home, many of us are perhaps looking to expand our photographic knowledge with online courses and tutorials, but what about maintaining our inspiration for photography? Keeping those creative juices flowing?
In addition to recently making all of their online photography...
Canon EOS RP Review Conclusion: The affordable Canon RP brings full-frame fun to a wider audience
Click here to read our Canon EOS RP Review Conclusion
While it's not the newest camera under the sun, the compact Canon RP is an important camera, particularly given its price point for as a full-frame camera. The little Canon EOS RP is, at this point in time, Canon's second full-frame mirrorless camera, coming...
Free one-on-one training with Olympus technical experts? Sign me up!
If you shoot with Olympus equipment and could benefit from a one-on-one online training session in the comfort of your own home, now is the time to do it! Olympus has just announced that this service is now available through its "Home With Olympus Sessions" program.
In addition to one-on-one training, they are...
Stay Strong, World! A video message of hope and strength from your friends at Imaging Resource
From a small town in Georgia, USA, and from your friends at Imaging Resource, we're sending a message of hope and strength to all the countries around the world.
Before the current world crisis had affected us here in Georgia, USA, my kids asked me to assist as videographer in helping both they and their friends...
Stuck at home? Get creative, document your life at home and win some cash prizes and Sigma gear!
These are unprecedented times, and if you're reading this article, you've probably found yourself stuck at home with a lot of time on your hands. Many of us are yearning to be outside photographing our favorite subjects, shooting video projects, or simply experiencing and documenting the world at large. Alas, most...
Olympus 12-45mm f/4 Pro Field Test: Olympus’ tiniest Pro zoom packs performance without the bulk
Click here to read our Olympus 12-45mm f/4 Pro Field Test
One of the major selling points of the Micro Four Thirds system is its compact form-factor. Both cameras and lenses can, and often are, much smaller and lighter than competing systems that use larger sensors. For lenses though, when you start to factor in...
Train for free! Nikon releases all online tutorials at no cost through April
Nobody wants to be stuck at home, least of all in the springtime for those of us in the northern hemisphere, and fall in the southern. But if we can't get out and photograph, why not train ourselves for future shoots? Nikon has recently announced they are here to help us do just that, and at no cost to us.
Nikon...
Storm Dancing on the Outer Banks with the Fujifilm GFX 100 (video)
Need an escape in these trying times? Venture with me to the Outer Banks of North Carolina with a medium format camera that has versatility as its middle name! No longer only the desired tool for the trained landscape or portrait photographer, the Fuji GFX 100 is built to do so much more.
Sure, the enormously...
Snag up to $3000 worth of photo gear with this Fujifilm student storytelling contest
Are you a full- or part-time college student with an interest in photography, video and visual storytelling? Are you also, perhaps, in need of some new camera equipment to document or create that burning story idea? Well, you're in luck! Fujifilm North America just launched a new contest for students that could net...
Panasonic S1R Review Conclusion: Panasonic impresses with its first full-frame mirrorless camera
Click here to read our Panasonic S1R Review Conclusion
In recent years, it seems many of the camera makers have been going full-steam into the full-frame mirrorless world. Sony jump-started this revolution years ago, forcing many of its rivals to take note and rev-up their design and engineering teams to bring...
Olympus E-M1 Mark III Field Test: Just as portable as before, but now even more powerful
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Last month, Olympus finally unveiled the long-awaited successor to the popular E-M1 Mark II. The aptly-named E-M1 Mark III, rather than being a drastically all-new camera, instead offers a nearly-identical design along with some updates and refinements under the...
How to combat the quarantine blues with photography
Photography can be a very cathartic pursuit, bringing peace of mind and much needed fresh air as well, especially to those of us with desk jobs. But you all already know that, and you don't need me to tell you the obvious, especially these days. And hopefully, for those of you who are still allowed to go outside...
Photokina 2020 cancelled due to coronavirus, next Photokina to be held in May 2022
In what's likely not an all-too-unexpected turn of events, the bi-annual Photokina tradeshow set to take place in May in Cologne, Germany has now been cancelled due to health concerns surrounding the growing COVID-19 pandemic.
The popular international trade fair was scheduled to take place between May 27-30, but...
IR Version 2.0 is here and happening! I’m super-excited, as Madavor Media acquires the brand :-)
I apologize that it’s been so long since I gave any of our readers any update on IR’s status, but I can finally share some very, very good news today!
Madavor Media has acquired the Imaging Resource brand and website, allowing IR’s uniquely...
Madavor Media Acquires Imaging Resource
Madavor Media, LLC announced today that it has acquired Imaging Resource, one of the most popular and trusted websites for camera and photography equipment reviews. The 22-year-old website, which has millions of loyal followers, will continue to operate utilizing its experienced staff and contributors.
The...
How to REALLY weather-seal a camera. We go deep behind the scenes at Olympus R&D headquarters
Have you ever lost a shot because you were afraid of getting your camera wet? Or perhaps you braved the conditions and got the shot, but lost your camera to the elements in the process? I've experienced the pain of both, so I know just how important good weather sealing can be. It's not just for pros, though,...
Canon 90D Review Conclusion: A higher-res, faster and more capable intermediate-level Canon DSLR
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Are you in the market for a new, not-so-beginner-level camera? What kind of camera? Do you want a DSLR, with a bright optical viewfinder, deep handgrip, and lots of lens options? Or do you put a priority on compactness and portability? Well, with Canon, you have...