Daven Mathies
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Daven is a contributing writer to the photography section. He has been with Digital Trends since 2016 and has been writing about photography and tech for over a decade. He originally began writing at a young age for no other reason than to teach himself how to type, later taking up photography to learn how cameras worked. His love for the tech eventually turned into a passion for the crafts facilitated by it, leading him to pursue a degree in film and video production. He now moonlights as a wedding and portrait photographer, and still yearns to be a better typist.
The four-lens Vecnos Iqui is a 360 camera unlike any other
The pen-shaped camera works in conjunction with your phone to reframe 360 content into traditional fixed-frame videos that can be easily shared to social media.
Panasonic Lumix S5 review: A true enthusiast’s camera
The Lumix S5 is Panasonic's true answer to the Sony A7 III and Nikon Z 6. There's still room for improvement, but it scores big wins in design and video.
The Panasonic Lumix S5: Everything we know
Panasonic dropped a teaser image of the heavily leaked Lumix S5. The full-frame mirrorless camera appears to be a smaller, lighter, and cheaper model.
Canon EOS R5 vs. Sony A7S III vs. Panasonic S1H: Best full-frame for video?
The Canon EOS R5 and Sony A7S III may be the talk of the town, but don't discount 2019's Panasonic S1H. Here's how these full-frame cameras compare.
Blackmagic Design’s new 12K cinema camera might actually make sense
Using a symmetrical color filter, Blackmagic Design's new 12K Super 35 sensor can effortlessly scale to 8K and 4K without cropping, even when shooting RAW.
Canon’s EOS R5 and R6 will dominate mirrorless — and kill the DSLR
Canon's new full-frame mirrorless cameras feel like a reboot of its EOS R line. They offer a revolutionary leap over their predecessors -- and Canon's DSLRs.
Sony’s new ultra-wide full-frame lens is the first of its kind
At $3,000, the new ultra-wide doesn't come cheap, but it will give Sony shooters new bragging rights. This is the widest f/2.8 zoom for full-frame cameras.
The best cameras for landscape photography
Landscape photography is all about planning and patience, but having the right camera certainly doesn't hurt. From beginner to pro models, here are the best.
Blackmagic Design’s Zoom-ready HDMI switcher has no right to be this cool
The Blackmagic Design ATEM Mini Pro (and cheaper, non-Pro version) is the multicamera streaming solution for the rest of us, and it's an absolute blast.
What really determines your camera’s resolution? We asked an expert
It's not just about megapixels. Shooting a sharp image is a combination of many factors, including both the lens and sensor.
8K cameras are coming. No, you don’t need one
Don't believe all the hype, whether you're a pro or not. While 8K may technically have four times the number of pixels, it's not four times the image quality.
Canon EOS R5 will be a video beast, with 8K RAW, 4K at 120 fps
Thinking of buying Canon's upcoming mirrorless flagship? Get ready to drop some extra cash on memory cards. The R5 will be a formidable force for filmmaking.
GoPro’s #HomePro contest wants you to stay stoked while you’re stuck inside
Win a GoPro by staying home, bro. Five daily winners will be chosen through April 30.
Fujifilm X-T4 vs. Sony A6600: Top APS-C mirrorless cameras compared
The Fujifilm X-T4 and Sony A6600 are the best crop-sensor mirrorless cameras available, so which should you buy?
Fujifilm X-T4 review: Perfectly balanced
Thanks to in-body stabilization, a fully-articulating screen, a bigger battery, and excellent 4K video, the Fujifilm X-T4 is the best APS-C camera you can buy.
Blackmagic Design Ursa Mini Pro 4.6K G2 hands-on review
The Ursa Mini Pro 4.6K G2 continues Blackmagic Design's trend of making powerful but approachable cinema cameras for indie and low-budget productions. From its interchangeable lens mounts to the flexible Blackmagic RAW codec, it is one fo the most versatile video cameras you can buy.
The best cameras for YouTube
Upgrading from your phone to a dedicated camera is a surefire way to boost the production value of your YouTube channel with better quality and more control.
Apple’s latest iPhone photo contest asks for your best Night mode images
Apple is inviting all iPhone 11, 11 Pro, and 11 Pro Max owners to cross over to the dark side for its Night mode photo contest. Entries are open until January 29 with winners announced on March 4. Winning images may get features on Apple's Instagram, in print, or on billboards.
GoPro Hero8 Black vs. DJI Osmo Action: Comparing two of the best action cams
The GoPro Hero8 Black and DJI Osmo Action are two of the best action cameras on the market. As similar as they are, they also have some key differences that could make either one the right choice for you. We put these two action cameras head to head to see how they measure up.
GoPro Max review: A smarter, easier-to-use 360 camera
360 still has some growing up to do, but the GoPro Max is a solid step forward for the format. While stitching and image quality don't take a giant leap forward, the Max offers a solid user experience and excellent mobile app.
GoPro Hero8 Black vs. GoPro Hero7 Black: Worth the upgrade?
GoPro's new Hero8 Black is here, but last year's Hero7 Black remains in the product lineup at reduced cost. Now for Black Friday and Cyber Monday, both models have received decent discounts making them even more attractive. But is the Hero8 worth it, or should you save a few bucks with the Hero7?
GoPro Hero8 Black review: The best gets better
The Hero8 Black is a solid step forward for GoPro thanks to a new design with an integrated mount, improved user interface, and even better image stabilization. Plus, a new mod system will open up additional creative storytelling tools that take the Hero8 Black beyond its role as an action camera.
DJI Osmo Mobile 3 review: Budget blockbuster
DJI's third-generation Osmo Mobile is better, easier, and even cheaper than its predecessors. If you shoot a lot of video on your phone, it's the best accessory you can add to improve the quality of your handheld footage, although it may not offer enough settings to keep power users happy.
Hasselblad’s CFV II and 907X are a modern take on a photography classic
Hasselblad announced development of the CFV II 50C digital back, compatible with V system cameras from nearly the middle of last century, and the new 907X camera body. Together, they become ultra-compact medium format machine using the same X system lenses as the X1D.
Hasselblad’s sleek new X1D II 50C is faster and cheaper (and looks great)
The sequel to the world's first medium-format mirrorless camera, the Hasselblad X1D II 50C is all about performance improvements and a refined shooting experience. It uses the same 50MP sensor but gains a new processor, higher-resolution OLED viewfinder, and 3.6-inch LCD screen.
Fujifilm Instax Mini LiPlay review
By going digital and adding a built-in mobile printer, the Instax Mini LiPlay puts more features into a smaller form factor than previous Instax cameras, while still being every bit as fun. A new sound-recording feature also lets you embed audio messages into printed photos.
DJI Osmo Action hands-on review
With two screens, screw-on filters, and a very GoPro-like user interface, DJI's first real action camera takes a stab at dethroning the king. And it might just succeed. The mobile app leaves something to be desired, but the hardware is already very refined for a first-generation product.
Fujifilm X-T30 review
At just $900, the Fujifilm X-T30 keeps pace with the $1,500 X-T3 in many respects. It is an impressively versatile machine and is great as either a first camera for beginners or a second camera for pros already shooting on the larger X-T3. Even with stiff competition from Sony, the Fujifilm X-T30 finds ways to shine.
Panasonic Lumix S1 review
The $2,500 Lumix S1 is out to beat Canon, Nikon, and Sony at their own game. It throws conventional wisdom to the wind, offering a bigger, heavier, but more capable camera that targets professional photographers. It may not have broad appeal, but it brings more to the table than any other camera for those who can afford it.
A.I. will cause a tectonic shift in human creativity, but don’t be scared yet
As A.I. took center stage for the second year in a row at Adobe MAX, creatives are about to experience the biggest shift in how they work since the dawn of computers. Complex mechanical tasks will become instantaneous, but the real fear is machines being able to replace a human artists -- a future not that distant.
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.
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.
Fujifilm X-T3 review
If the X-T2 brought Fujifilm into the modern era, the X-T3 is focused on the future. With a new sensor and processor, completely revamped autofocus, a brilliant electronic viewfinder, and vastly upgraded video, it's the new APS-C camera to beat, and is the perfect blend of style and substance.
DJI Mavic 2 Pro vs Mavic 2 Zoom: What’s the real difference?
DJI's Mavic 2 series drones are ready to fly -- but which one is right for you? The Mavic 2 Pro and Mavic 2 Zoom are nearly identical save for their cameras. Here's what you need to know about the differences between these powerful new UAVs, and why you may prefer one over the other.