Sony A7 III review
Sony A7 III review
With impressive image quality, responsive performance, and an affordable price, the A7III redefines what it means to be an entry-level full-frame camera. It's a huge step forward from the Mark II before it, and gives more expensive models a run for their money.
See the National Forests like never before in these awe-inspiring drone videos
See the National Forests like never before in these awe-inspiring drone videos
With no ban on drones in National Forests, filmmakers have a way to capture the immensity of these locations with stunning results. This isn't just about having some pretty pictures to look at; it's how the Forest Service plans to reach a new generation of forest-goer and bring awareness to public lands.
Build a wish list and shop videos with Instagram’s latest shopping update
Build a wish list and shop videos with Instagram’s latest shopping update
Eyeing a product on Instagram? Now there are more ways to shop from the social network. Instagram just rolled out options to save products in a collection. Users can also now shop from videos and can soon visit a redesigned brand Shop page containing all the shared products from the company.
Alpha Female: Sony awards five women grants to support artisan diversity
Alpha Female: Sony awards five women grants to support artisan diversity
Women can face several challenges to launching a photography career -- Sony's latest initiative aims to help propel women in the industry forward. Sony recently announced the winners of the Alpha Female program, awarding five women grants, new gear, and a mentorship with another female photographer.
Taking shots in the dark with Night Sight, the Pixel’s newest photo feature
Taking shots in the dark with Night Sight, the Pixel’s newest photo feature
The Google Pixel range has always been the home of some of the mobile world's best phone cameras. That performance is now getting even better with the introduction of the low-light Night Sight mode. It's now available via an update to the Google Camera app for Pixel phones.
Edit portraits with A.I. and adjust focus in the new ON1 Photo RAW 2019 editor
Edit portraits with A.I. and adjust focus in the new ON1 Photo RAW 2019 editor
ON1 Photo RAW 2019 now has a dedicated tab for portraits that recognizes faces to help with retouching. The update also brings a new focus stacking tool, enhancements to layers, improvements to local adjustments, and updates to the user interface. A new A.I.-powered local adjustment tool is also coming.
Golf ball-sized Lume Cube Air is a pocketable LED for photos and video
Golf ball-sized Lume Cube Air is a pocketable LED for photos and video
Off-camera lighting for smartphones and GoPros just got even smaller. Meet the Lume Cube Air, a smaller portable LED light designed for photos and videos. Weighing about two ounces and about the size a golf ball, the smaller LED light also brings a budget-friendly choice for mobile lighting accessories.
Get up close and personal with this telephoto lens for your phone
Get up close and personal with this telephoto lens for your phone
Moment is replacing its aging 60mm telephoto lens with a new 58mm tele lens, redesigned from the ground up for the latest iPhone, Pixel, and Galaxy smartphones. Mount it onto the phone -- via a Moment case -- and you're able to achieve 2x optical zoom, and even 4x zoom on dual-lens camera systems.
Full frame or 4K for less than $1K? These 4 older cameras still have a lot to offer
Full frame or 4K for less than $1K? These 4 older cameras still have a lot to offer
Looking for a great camera deal? Sometimes, you might be better off buying one that's a few years -- last generation's professional models may not cost much more than today's entry-level models. Even if it's no longer best in class, it may outpace that budget camera you are looking at.
Picture this: The Aura packs thousands of photos in a single frame (for a price)
Picture this: The Aura packs thousands of photos in a single frame (for a price)
Are you one of those people who miss the good old days of flipping through photo albums to see each and every favorite photo? If so, you might love the Aura digital photo frame, a smart device that allows you to display thousands of pics on a single frame. We tested the device and came away impressed.
Photography News: Flickr keeping Creative Commons photos, ONA gets colorful
Photography News: Flickr keeping Creative Commons photos, ONA gets colorful
In this week's Photography News: Flickr has confirmed it's saving all Creative Commons images and working with nonprofits to save images, ONA has released a new capsule collection in partnership with Passion Passport and 7Artisans has launched a new drone-specific 35mm f/5.6 lens.
Premiere Pro A.I. plug-in for Adobe paints your videos in the style of van Gogh
Premiere Pro A.I. plug-in for Adobe paints your videos in the style of van Gogh
CyberLink is bringing its suite of artificial intelligence-based video plug-ins directly to Adobe users as a plug-in for Premiere Pro. The A.I. Style video plug-in uses algorithms trained on a neural network to "redraw" video footage in the styles of various artists, like Vincent van Gogh.
Flickr just expanded Pro tools — but free users may have to delete some photos
Flickr just expanded Pro tools — but free users may have to delete some photos
If you have more than 1,000 photos on a free Flickr account, you might want to start determining which ones to delete now. Flickr announced several changes following an acquisition by SmugMug earlier this year, including more tools for Pro users, but limiting free account users to 1,000 images or videos.
Nikon Z7 review
Nikon Z7 review
Nikon’s long awaited full-frame mirrorless cameras are here, and the Z7 is the new flagship model. Combining company firsts like in-body stabilization with classic Nikon ergonomics, the Z7 achieves a bar high. But is it enough to stand up to the company's DSLR pedigree -- or compete with the likes of Sony?
The matte-black Leica Q-P is a statement piece for affluent introverts
The matte-black Leica Q-P is a statement piece for affluent introverts
If the all-black, minimalist Leica Q was just too garish for you, the new Q-P may be exactly what you need. Built on the same tech as the standard Q, it comes finished in a new matte-black paint and foregoes the Leica red dot for an extra stealthy appearance. It also adds $500 to the price tag.
7 camera care tips to keep your DSLR or mirrorless camera working for the next decade
7 camera care tips to keep your DSLR or mirrorless camera working for the next decade
Digital cameras, be it a DSLR or mirrorless camera, are pricey investments. Treat them with proper care, however, and your camera and lenses could last for a long time. To ensure you wring the most life out of your gear for the longest time possible, follow these helpful tips and tricks.
Nikon Z 24-70mm f/4 S review
Nikon Z 24-70mm f/4 S review
If you're fine with f/4, Nikon's first zoom lens for its full-frame mirrorless Z system will impress you with sharp, colorful images and smooth autofocus performance. The Z 24-70mm f/4 S offers a useful focal length range and, at $1,000, it's a high-quality lens that won't completely break the bank.
10 cheap camera accessories we can’t live without
10 cheap camera accessories we can’t live without
Photography can be an expensive hobby. Fortunately, there are also some valuable accessories that can support your craft without breaking the bank. Here are a few of our favorite cheap photography accessories which, despite costing well under $100, have all been indispensable at one time or another.
Olloclip’s latest smartphone lenses appease the budget-minded and pixel peepers
Olloclip’s latest smartphone lenses appease the budget-minded and pixel peepers
Olloclip just launched both its cheapest lens yet and its most advanced -- and no, they're not the same lens. The Olloclip Pro lenses offer the highest image quality yet from the company, while the new Intro series starts at $20 for a two-in-one lens combo or $40 with the clip attachment.
Nikon D3400 vs. Canon T6: What’s the best budget DSLR?
Nikon D3400 vs. Canon T6: What’s the best budget DSLR?
The Nikon D3400 and the Canon T6 have nearly identical prices -- but the list of features is far from identical. So which sub-$500 camera has the most to offer? We put to two together in a Nikon D3400 vs. Canon T6 mash-up to determine a winner -- and what other cameras you should also consider.
Nikon Z7 vs. Nikon D850: Comparing two 46-megapixel full-frame cameras
Nikon Z7 vs. Nikon D850: Comparing two 46-megapixel full-frame cameras
Nikon's new full-frame mirrorless is here -- but can it dethrone the company's powerful D850 DSLR? Picking a winner between these two cameras is not easy, as each outshines the other in particular circumstances. Find out which in the Nikon Z7 vs. Nikon D850 comparison.
Photography News: This budget brand is developing a 4G mirrorless camera
Photography News: This budget brand is developing a 4G mirrorless camera
Here's some photography news we weren't expecting: Yongnuo, a budget brand known for lenses and flashes, is developing a smart mirrorless camera. Meanwhile, an experimental photographer just shot an image that won't be ready until 3018, and IGTV is getting new Instagram integration via Stories.
LensRentals tore apart a Nikon Z7 and a Canon EOS R to look at their guts
LensRentals tore apart a Nikon Z7 and a Canon EOS R to look at their guts
We know what the new Canon and Nikon full-frame mirrorless cameras look like and perform like -- but what's on the inside? LensRentals recently tore apart both cameras to inspect the camera's durability, weather-sealing, and the parts most likely to need repairs. Here's what the company found.
The Looking Glass brings us closer than ever to Star Wars-like holograms
The Looking Glass brings us closer than ever to Star Wars-like holograms
We're inching closer to recreating the iconic, holographic scene in Star Wars of Princess Leia calling out to Obi-Wan Kenobi for help. A company in Brooklyn, New York, has created a holographic display that lets you see sharp, high-contrast 3D content. It's called the Looking Glass.
From the road to your wrist, see how Android has evolved over the past 10 years
From the road to your wrist, see how Android has evolved over the past 10 years
Android started out as just a mobile operating system, but 10 years in it's pretty much everywhere. Check out our round-up of all the different Android variations that have cropped up so far, and what might be coming in the future.
GoPro’s video stabilization technology is so good, an eagle can use it
GoPro’s video stabilization technology is so good, an eagle can use it
GoPro's Hero7 Black action camera comes with an all-new electronic stabilization technology for silky smooth footage. To show it off, it recently attached the camera to the belly of an eagle and sent it flying around a stadium in Mexico. The results, we're sure you'll agree, are pretty impressive.
The sleek, wooden body of the Ondu III pinhole is as inspiring as the photos
The sleek, wooden body of the Ondu III pinhole is as inspiring as the photos
We're not sure what looks better, the sample photos or the camera itself. The Ondu III is a new series of pinhole cameras covering sizes from 135mm to large format. Constructed largely from wood, the cameras incorporate several new features. The latest generation is the company's third Kickstarter.
This vintage-inspired instant camera only requires film and creativity
This vintage-inspired instant camera only requires film and creativity
With a manual film dial, the Escura Instant 60s just needs Instax Mini film, no batteries required. The 60s vintage-inspired camera can also be paired with a matching flash. The camera comes from a Hong Kong-based company, with a Kickstarter campaign to get the camera from prototype to fully fledged instant camera.
TourBox is a one-handed Photoshop console designed to swiftly edit photos
TourBox is a one-handed Photoshop console designed to swiftly edit photos
Among a growing number of photo editing "keyboards," the TourBox is designed to use just one hand to leave the other on a mouse -- or graphics tablet. Designed to work with Lightroom, Photoshop and several others, the TourBox is a smaller take on physical controls for photo editing and graphic design.
Organic sensors jump out of the lab and into Panasonic’s upcoming 8K camera
Organic sensors jump out of the lab and into Panasonic’s upcoming 8K camera
Organic sensors are now making their way out of research labs and into actual cameras. Panasonic recently announced an 8K video camera that uses an organic sensor with a global shutter for a wider range of light and color with less distortion. The camera will arrive next year.
LinkedIn gets serious about video with Vimeo integration
LinkedIn gets serious about video with Vimeo integration
LinkedIn is gaining new video options, thanks to an integration with Vimeo. The new agreement allows for native uploads with further reaching, along with bringing tools like video analytics. The agreement is LinkedIn's first end-to-end video integration tool.
Moment Anamorphic lens transforms your phone into a cinema camera
Moment Anamorphic lens transforms your phone into a cinema camera
The Moment Anamorphic lens is a phone accessory lens like no other. It doesn't just change your perspective; it grants you access to a world few outside of Hollywood can afford and creates a truly unique look that can drastically elevate the quality of your phone videos.
This Red Sox fan had his $650 World Series ticket stolen via Instagram
This Red Sox fan had his $650 World Series ticket stolen via Instagram
If you bag a ticket for a big event, then be careful about posting a photo of it on Instagram or another social media site. Boston Red Sox fan Robbie Johnson found out why the hard way after a scammer copied his ticket and used it to gain entry to a World Series game, invalidating the original ticket in the process.
Best camera accessories for your new DSLR or mirrorless system
Best camera accessories for your new DSLR or mirrorless system
So, you have the big purchase out of the way: the camera and lens. Now, it's time to get a few accessories to help take your photography to the next level. Here's a collection of tools and gear you'll want to ensure you're prepared for any photo life throws your way, from camera straps to tripods.