These are the sci-fi inspired digital binoculars you didn’t know you wanted
These are the sci-fi inspired digital binoculars you didn’t know you wanted
Binoculars haven't changed that dramatically over the years, but Canadian optics company NexOptic is hoping to change that with its DoubleTake digital binoculars which replace the usual eyecups with a 5-inch HD display. Currently in prototype form, the DoubleTake is expected to ship later this year.
Canon pulls veil off its 4K prosumer and waterproof camcorders at CES 2019
Canon pulls veil off its 4K prosumer and waterproof camcorders at CES 2019
Canon's prosumer G-series has its first 4K member, the Canon Vixia HF G50. The prosumer camera offers a 20x zoom with that high resolution. Canon also launched the waterproof Vixia HF W11 and W10, mixing durability with a traditional camcorder design (and battery life).
New Kodak-branded instant digital cameras are designed for nostalgia
New Kodak-branded instant digital cameras are designed for nostalgia
The Kodak Smile Classic Instant Camera mixes digital convenience with a nostalgic design. C+A Global announced a trio of new Kodak Smile products ahead of CES 2019, including two cameras and a mobile printer. The company also unveiled three new Kodak-branded projectors.
Panasonic’s full-frame cameras will have multi-shot high-resolution modes
Panasonic’s full-frame cameras will have multi-shot high-resolution modes
Panasonic's S1 and S1R full-frame mirrorless cameras will both feature High Resolution Mode, which combines eight exposures to achieve significantly more resolution than the camera's 24- and 47-megapixel sensors offer on their own. The cameras will also use a new HLG Photo mode for showing images on HDR displays.
Forget 8K, the Insta360 Titan records 11K that can still play back on smartphones
Forget 8K, the Insta360 Titan records 11K that can still play back on smartphones
The Insta360 Titan is an 11K 360 camera -- and a 10K VR camera -- yet software allows the footage to be played back at full resolution, even on smartphones. Unveiled at CES 2019, the camera also uses the largest sensors in a standalone 360 camera yet with the Micro Four Thirds Format.
Lume Cube wants to help you look your best while livestreaming
Lume Cube wants to help you look your best while livestreaming
You're ready to start a video conference or go live -- when you realize the lighting is all wrong. The Lume Cube Air VC is a lighting kit designed specifically for video conferencing and livestreaming, with a suction cup mount to adapt to multiple devices. The kit launched today for $80.
Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 4K review
Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 4K review
Blackmagic Design has once again changed the game. No other company could have made this camera, and while it's not perfect, nothing else brings this much value to the table. At $1,300, the Pocket Cinema Camera 4K simply can't be beat.
Photographer Dixie Dixon on camera tech, inspiration, and shooting fashion
Photographer Dixie Dixon on camera tech, inspiration, and shooting fashion
Fashion and lifestyle photographer Dixie Dixon has a knack for creating allure on sets. Take an inside look into how she works in this Q&A with advice for new photographers, working with models, and more. Hear Dixie Dixion's thoughts on camera technology and the mirrorless revolution.
This Leica changed my mind on instant cameras. Here’s why
This Leica changed my mind on instant cameras. Here’s why
For being the photo industry's vestigial organs, instant cameras have grown surprisingly popular. They are impractical and wasteful, and yet inexplicably mesmerizing. The $279 Leica Sofort brings premium style (and price) to this phenomenon -- and it might just be worth it.
Best telephoto prime and zoom lenses for Nikon and Canon
Best telephoto prime and zoom lenses for Nikon and Canon
Telephoto lenses cover a broad range of focal lengths and photographic disciplines. From portraits to sports to wildlife, a good telephoto lens can make your photos pop -- but they can also be quite expensive. Here are our favorite telephoto lenses, and our recommendation for either renting or buying.
Sony’s new 3D tech push isn’t for TVs — it’s for our phones
Sony’s new 3D tech push isn’t for TVs — it’s for our phones
Sony is banking on the success of 3D sensor technology for smartphones in 2019. The new system will improve current face-unlock systems and bring more features and greater creativity to augmented reality apps. The first phones using the tech will arrive soon, and some manufacturers are already showing it off.
True vision: An interview with celebrity photographer Matthew Jordan Smith
True vision: An interview with celebrity photographer Matthew Jordan Smith
Photographing a celebrity is on many photographers' bucket lists -- so what's it like? Learn from celebrity photographer Matthew Jordan Smith in this interview. From gear to advice for newbies, learn how Smith went from shooting film to shooting film stars.
Instagram accidentally wrecks the news feed by pushing out a tap-to-navigate test
Instagram accidentally wrecks the news feed by pushing out a tap-to-navigate test
Instagram feed look different this morning? The platform accidentally launched a test to a wider user base than first anticipated, which replaces the feed scroll with a Stories-like tap. Instagram has since reverted to the usual feed, but says the feature is still in testing.
From 8K to A.I., this is what might come to cameras in 2019
From 8K to A.I., this is what might come to cameras in 2019
What will 2019 have in store for camera tech? Don't be too surprised if video hits 8K resolution and cameras begin to incorporate the same artificial intelligence features being used in smartphone cameras today. With many cameras overdo for an update, 2019 is looking to be an exciting year.
We could explore this astonishing 195-gigapixel panorama of Shanghai all day
We could explore this astonishing 195-gigapixel panorama of Shanghai all day
We've seen some amazing gigapixel panoramas over the years, and this 195-gigapixel image of Shanghai is one of the best. Created by Chinese firm BigPixel, the final image comprises thousands of shots that have been stitched together. You can explore it by zooming in to see everything in amazing detail.
Illuminate the dark: Pixel 3’s Night Sight vs. Mate 20 Pro’s Night Mode
Illuminate the dark: Pixel 3’s Night Sight vs. Mate 20 Pro’s Night Mode
Google and Huawei are using artificial intelligence to improve the quality of low-light photographs captured on their respective phones, the Pixel 3 and the Mate 20 Pro. While both are excellent, we pit Google's Night Sight vs. Huawei's Night Mode to find out which mode is better.
OnePlus 6T vs. Galaxy S9 vs. Pixel 3 vs. LG G7 ThinQ: Camera Shootout
OnePlus 6T vs. Galaxy S9 vs. Pixel 3 vs. LG G7 ThinQ: Camera Shootout
The OnePlus 6T can match or even surpass other flagship smartphones in terms of specs and performance. How about with its camera? Can this $550 phone produce photos comparable to some of the best? We put it up against the Samsung Galaxy S9, LG G7 ThinQ, and Google Pixel 3 to find out.
Photography News: Messenger fakes portrait blur, Palette comes to Capture One
Photography News: Messenger fakes portrait blur, Palette comes to Capture One
In this week's photography news, see Messenger's update that gives the app's camera a fake portrait mode. Palette, a photo editing console, is now compatible with Capture One. Fujifilm launches a handful of firmware updates, and VSCO decides to discontinue its Lightroom and Photoshop presets.
Snap, snap, hooray! Google Photos doubles Live Album limit to 20,000 images
Snap, snap, hooray! Google Photos doubles Live Album limit to 20,000 images
Google Photos' Live Albums feature lets you automatically create albums containing particular people or pets. The object-recognition feature launched in October 2018, but it seems that some users have already been hitting the album capacity of 10,000 images. So Google has just increased it to 20,000.
No, ‘volcano selfies’ are not a good idea (especially during eruptions)
No, ‘volcano selfies’ are not a good idea (especially during eruptions)
A report from the Royal Geographical Society has noted how more people are traveling around the world to erupting volcanoes in a bid to snap dramatic shots for their social media followers. But it's not always such a great idea, as the formidable force of nature can often place them in danger.
Camera Shootout: OnePlus 6T vs. Honor 8X vs. Pocophone F1 vs. Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro
Camera Shootout: OnePlus 6T vs. Honor 8X vs. Pocophone F1 vs. Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro
We took four smartphones from popular and upcoming Chinese brands to China, where we shot a selection of photos to see how each performed, and which would leave as the victor. The OnePlus 6T takes on the Honor 8X, the Pocophone F1, and the Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro. Which takes the camera crown?
Lip-sync or create trick snaps with friends using Snapchat’s new challenges
Lip-sync or create trick snaps with friends using Snapchat’s new challenges
Snapchat's latest feature is a new type of Lens that invited users to join in a challenge. From lip-synching to making an object disappear using augmented reality, the new Challenges are designed to increase engagement. Challenges can be shared publicly or privately among friends.
Here’s a Leica that won’t break the bank, though there is a catch
Here’s a Leica that won’t break the bank, though there is a catch
Leica cameras are renowned for their solid build, impressive performance, and attractive design, but they cost more than most people can afford. Second best option? How about this $45 Lego Leica, which lets you build a plastic-brick version of the $6,000 Leica M camera.
Free online tool helps you automatically remove backgrounds from photos
Free online tool helps you automatically remove backgrounds from photos
Editing backgrounds out of photos usually involve downloading Photoshop, but one web developer has come up with a free online solution. Appropriately named remove.bg, Benjamin's Groessing's new website will help you automatically remove backgrounds from photos and bring out your inner graphic designer.
Forget painting-style transfers, this A.I. creates realistic portraits of fake people
Forget painting-style transfers, this A.I. creates realistic portraits of fake people
Just how good is A.I. getting at re-creating a portrait? Take a look at these images and see if you can spot any clues that they were, in fact, computer generated. Nvidia researchers recently published a paper on a new variation on style transfer that's able to generate entirely new portraits.
This device backs up DSLR photos using 4G and works as a wireless tether
This device backs up DSLR photos using 4G and works as a wireless tether
What if you could back up your photos as you shoot, instead of at home? The Cambuddy Plus is an accessory that uses 4G and high-speed Wi-Fi to automatically backup photos to a cloud service. The device, now on Kickstarter, also works as a wireless teether and can geotag photos, too.
User-generated GoPro Hero7 Black highlight reel has all the feels
User-generated GoPro Hero7 Black highlight reel has all the feels
It still features plenty of death-defying stunts, but GoPro's new user-generated highlight reel has plenty of feel-good emotional moments. In addition to getting you totally stoked, it will make you say "Aww!" more than once. The two-minute supercut serves as the official reel for the Hero7 Black camera.
Grit and gear: How Chris Hershman went from retail clerk to music video director
Grit and gear: How Chris Hershman went from retail clerk to music video director
Filmmaker and music video director Chris Hersman recently sat down with Digital Trends to talk video, tech and Nikon's new mirrorless. Here's how he went from working a music retail job to working with bands like NEEDTOBREATHE and Switchfoot -- and how the latest technology impacts his work.
This was an epic year for cameras, and these heavyweights are the highlights
This was an epic year for cameras, and these heavyweights are the highlights
This year, we saw the unveiling of several exciting new cameras from Canon, Fujifilm, Nikon, Panasonic, and Sony. We look back at our favorites, each delivering something unique, yet all are powerful and feature-rich -- making 2018 one of the best years for new models in recent memory.
Not just for Lightroom anymore, Loupedeck+ now works with Photoshop
Not just for Lightroom anymore, Loupedeck+ now works with Photoshop
Loupedeck+ can now help photographers edit in Photoshop too, thanks to physical controls for swapping tools, running actions, and more. The photo-editing console expanded to include Photoshop in the list of compatible editing programs, along with Adobe Lightroom and more.
Want a fun, affordable instant camera? The Fujifilm Instax Mini 7S is just $49
Want a fun, affordable instant camera? The Fujifilm Instax Mini 7S is just $49
Instant cameras have had a surprising resurgence of late, and no brand is better recognized in the instant photo space today than Fujifilm Instax. Walmart is currently offering the Instax Mini 7S for just $49, including 10 exposures of film. Additionally, a twin-pack of film (20 exposures) is just $12.60.
Instagram’s 2018 year in review shines a light on where our hearts are
Instagram’s 2018 year in review shines a light on where our hearts are
What did Instagram users share the most in 2018? A lot of heart emojis, heart face filters, and heart GIFs. The platform recently shared the year's top trends, including hashtags like #fortnite and #metoo along with a few more surprising trends. Take a look back on Instagram's year.
Leave the laptop at home, the iPad Pro is the travel buddy to take on vacay
Leave the laptop at home, the iPad Pro is the travel buddy to take on vacay
The iPad Pro is a powerful tablet that's perfect for creatives and professionals. How does it fare when traveling with it as a laptop replacement? From Face ID and photo editing with the Apple Pencil to binge-watching Netflix shows, we took it on a two week trek in Japan to find out.
Light, speed: Lighting kit for DJI Mavic 2 lets you fly and film in the dark
Light, speed: Lighting kit for DJI Mavic 2 lets you fly and film in the dark
Lume Cube, makers of small battery-powered LED lights for mobile photography, has announced a new lighting kit built specifically for the DJI Mavic 2 -- the first of its kind. Already our favorite drone, this makes the Mavic 2 even better, improving visibility and letting you film from the skies at night.