SmallRig’s New Parabolic Softboxes Set Up in Seconds
SmallRig unveiled its new FP-60 and FP-90 Quick-Setup Folding Parabolic Softboxes, promising to cut lighting setup times in half … [Read More]
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Beware of Fake Leica Stores Promising Massive Discounts
As the adage goes, when a deal seems too good to be true, it probably is. Several fake Leica websites have emerged, deceiving users with Leica Store-like graphics and promises of steep, albeit unrealistic, discounts on Leica cameras. [Read More]
Panasonic S1 II’s Excellent Dynamic Range Shows the Power of Partially-Stacked Sensors
When Panasonic announced the Lumix S1 II in May, it promised “exceptional photographic and videographic capabilities.” As PetaPixel’s review showed, Panasonic delivered. New testing by Bill Claff at Photons to Photos reveals that the S1 II’s dynamic range is not just good, but class-leading. [Read More]
Rokinon 14-24mm f/2.8 AF Ultra Review: What’s the Catch?
LK Samyang revealed a very exciting lens at the CP+ show in 2024 and it turned my head when I walked past the booth. Not only are ultra-compact ultra-wide zoom lenses few and far between, but this particular lens was a co-venture with the storied lens manufacturer, Schneider-Kreuznach. [Read More]
Canon’s New EL-1 V2 Speedlite Costs More and Offers Less: Weaker Power for $1,349
Canon announced the Speedlite EL-1 (Version 2), an upgraded version of the original EL-1 flagship flash released in early 2021. [Read More]
Canon Brings New Features and Enhancements to R1 and R5 Mark II
Canon announced a series of new firmware updates for a huge number of its cameras. The updates include the previously announced password protection as well as a series of new features for the EOS R1 and R5 Mark II. [Read More]
Those Cheap New BILITU CFexpress Cards Aren’t Legit
Earlier this week, a new memory card brand appeared on Amazon offering CFexpress Type A cards, CFexpress Type B cards, and other memory solutions for significantly less than competitors. Bilitu, which appears to be based in China, is too good to be true. [Read More]
Nikon Greenlights Third-Party Lenses With New Z8 Firmware Update
It didn’t take long for Nikon to release a new firmware update for its full-frame Z8 mirrorless camera, fixing compatibility issues with third-party lenses introduced by firmware 3.00. [Read More]
The Sony RX1R III Is Finally Here: What’s New, What’s Not, and Why Now?
Sony’s surprise reveal of the RX1R III premium compact camera this morning has sent shockwaves through the photo industry. The new camera, arriving nearly a decade after the RX1R II, introduces some key improvements, some interesting changes, and perhaps even misses a few opportunities. Let’s take a closer look at the RX1R III. [Read More]
Rode’s New Wireless Micro Camera Receiver Is Free for Existing Wireless Micro Owners
Rode announced the Wireless Micro Camera Receiver, a versatile addition to its popular Wireless Micro ecosystem. [Read More]