The best mirrorless cameras
Mirrorless cameras have quickly become the preferred interchangeable lens camera for many photographers. Today's models offer great performance and loads of features, but choosing one doesn't need to be a daunting task. Here are our favorite mirrorless models, from entry-level to professional.
Illustrator teases tool to recolor an entire graphic in a few clicks
Not a fan of the colors in your graphic, but dreading the process of replacing each and every one? Adobe Illustrator could soon have a new tool that recolors an entire vector graphic at once, using the color palette from a photograph. Adobe teased the upcoming tool at a conference this week.
Luminar Accent A.I. can now recognize faces for more natural instant edits
Want to edit faster? Skylum Luminar's latest update enhances the Accent A.I. to use machine learning for instant enhancements. The tool now recognizes faces for more natural skin tones along with other enhancements. Luminar 3.1.0 also includes a few organization and workflow tweaks.
Geek out for premieres or get lost in related threads with Reddit’s new tools
Can't find the Game of Thrones thread until after the episode already aired? Reddit's new event tool allows users to get alerts when an event is about to start, such as a premiere. The tool also better organizes posts alongside the new collections option to group similar posts. Both roll out today.
After controversial video, China bans ‘Leica’ on social media
A video that referenced Tiananmen Square got the name of the camera company Leica banned from the social media platform Weibo. Leica says the video wasn't an officially sanctioned promotion, but Weibo users are questioning how the move could affect the Huawei-Leica relationship.
Photography News: Instagram’s disappearing likes, the best photos of the year
In this week's Photography News, see why Instagram is testing a version of the app that excludes the number of likes each post gets. See the impressive winners from two different photography contests and the latest features coming to the Fujifilm X-T3. Shutterstock's new AR tool is designed for wall art.
Nikon Z 7 vs. Sony A7R III: High-res mirrorless cameras compared
The Nikon Z 7 and Sony A7R III both have over 40 megapixels, but which one comes out on top? With similar image quality, the answer comes down to speed, autofocus, battery life, and design. Here's how the two cameras compare on the spec sheet and in the hand.
Sweet 16: Wacom’s Cintiq 16 pen display makes retouching photos a breeze
Wacom’s Cintiq pen displays are usually reserved for the pros (or wealthy enthusiasts), but the new Cintiq 16 brings screen and stylus editing to an approachable price. As Wacom’s most affordable display, it cuts out the more glamorous features of its higher-end siblings, but still gets the job done.
The Black Eye Pro Cinema Wide G4 is a knockout lens for any smartphone
Where cheaper wide-angle accessory lenses add distortion, and costlier models don't always justify their higher prices, the Black Eye Pro Cinema Wide G4 offers a valuable balance of modest price and high quality optics. With its universal clip mount, it also fits over most any smartphone, and
Etch-A-Snap camera puts a modern spin on one of your favorite childhood toys
Can't draw on an Etch A Sketch? Snap a photo with the Etch-A-Snap and the camera will draw out the scene for you. The weirdly cool camera designed by Martin Fitzpatrick replaces the usual LCD screen with an Etch A Sketch in the camera made from a Raspberry Pi Zero and some 3D-printed parts.
Sony A9 camera gets even better as new firmware brings A.I.-powered autofocus
The speedy Sony a9 is a download away from more accurate autofocus. New firmware version 5.0 for the Sony a9 brings artificially intelligent autofocus modes to the action-oriented camera, as well as a boost to image quality with updated processing. The update also brings user-requested features.
Facebook toys with mixing Stories and News Feed into one swipeable carousel
Facebook's News Feed could look a lot like Stories if a prototype the social media giant is working on rolls out to users. The design change mixes Stories and News Feed posts into a full-screen slideshow that users swipe left to navigate (or just wait six seconds). Facebook says it's only a prototype.
Buying airline tickets too early is no longer a costly mistake, study suggests
When you book can play a big role in the cost of airline tickets -- so when is the best time to book flights? Earlier than you'd think, a new study suggests. Data from CheapAir.com suggests the window of time to buy at the best prices is now even longer, starting at about 10 months before the departure.
Photography news: Sony brings Eye Autofocus to critters via A.I.
In this week's photography news, the Sony a7 III and a7R III have some new capabilities, thanks to updated firmware. Lexar teases a crazy fast 1000MB/s memory card, while Vimeo launches bulk upload possibilities. Then, meet Sony's new speedy, tough SSDs designed for photographers and videographers.
Messenger and Facebook, together again? Facebook tests integrating chats
Longing for the old days where Facebook and Messenger were one app? Facebook is testing an integrated chat option. While Messenger remains more feature-rich, the test brings some chat functionality back into the Facebook app. The test comes amid reports of Facebook merging multiple chat platforms.
Your Facebook newsfeed is getting a spring cleaning, and so is Messenger
Hows that newsfeed of yours looking? Facebook has shared an update on efforts to clean up the newsfeed, as well as what tools will be coming next. Facebook has new Trust Indicators, while Messenger will gain badges for verified accounts to help fight spam and impersonators.
How to protect yourself from GoFundMe scams before donating
Can you spot a GoFundMe scam? While the fundraising platform says scams make up less than a tenth of one percent of campaigns, some people try to take advantage of others' charity -- like a case last year that made national news. Here's how to spot potential GoFundMe scams before donating to campaigns.
Facebook’s tributes section serves as an online memorial for deceased users
Death doesn't stop Facebook users from sharing memories, and now those memorialized posts have a dedicated spot on the network. Facebook Tribute is a section on memorialized profiles for users to write posts and share memories. The update also comes with new legacy contact tools.
Mirrorless cameras were built to be compact, so why have they gotten so heavy?
Mirrorless cameras launched as a more portable alternative to DSLRs -- so why are they getting heavier? Cameras are trending towards heavier models, but that change comes with more advanced features. Even lenses aren't immune in the push for more features despite a heavier weight.
The Rylo 360 camera gets new tricks with zoom and time-lapse tools
Rylo, the shoot first, compose later 360-degree camera, has a few new tools for getting that footage just right. A software update launched on April 9 adds a new zoom tool that will go from tiny planet to closeup. The second new tool is called speed, an option for building a time-lapse-like effect.
Back off, photo thieves: Flickr alerts photographers to image theft with Pixsy
Worried about someone swiping your photo off Flickr? The image sharing platform can now integrate with Pixsy accounts to alert photographers when a photo is used without permission. Pixsy uses artificial intelligence to scour the web for copies of a protected photo, along with offering other resources.
Nikon Z 7 vs. Canon EOS R: Full-frame flagship mirrorless cameras compared
Both Nikon and Canon have launched into the full frame mirrorless game -- but which brand made the better flagship camera? Compare the features between the Nikon Z 7 vs. the Canon EOS R in this guide. While the Nikon Z 7 is more than $1,000 more, there's at least one category where the Canon stands out.
Photography News: Rode’s new $200 wireless mic is designed for video newbies
Wireless mics, filters, and cinema lens galore. Ahead of the NAB show, this week's photography news includes a new $200 beginner-friendly mic from Rode, new high-end variable neutral density filters, cinema lenses from both Canon and Fujifilm, and more. Oh, and some free Vimeo stock videos.
With the sensor of the pricier G9, the Panasonic Lumix G95 does more with less
While not the new flagship, the Panasonic Lumix G95 incorporates several features from the pricier Panasonic Lumix G9 in a smaller, more affordable body. The update boosts the resolution, adds a few new features, and tweaks the design of the mid-line Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera.
What is aperture? Learn to control blur like a pro photographer
Ever wonder how photographers capture portraits with dreamy, soft backgrounds in one photo, and then sharply detailed landscapes in another? The "secret" is aperture, one of the three elements of the exposure triangle. Here's what you need to know about aperture's effect on exposure and depth of field.
From street to surreal, meet 14 often overlooked women who shaped photography
Photography's long history is often dominated by men -- but women played a large role in shaping what photography is today, even publishing the first book using photographs. Meet 14 historic women in photography, from the first female war photojournalists to the first woman to pick up a camera.
Content-Aware Fill makes objects in video disappear with A.I. in After Effects
Content-Aware Fill has come to video. In a list of updates to Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, and Audition, Adobe announced several new video and audio tools including new Content-Aware Fill for video. Updates also include workflow enhancements to Premiere Pro and smart audio tools for Audition.
Facebook tries to demystify your news feed with built-in transparency tool
Wondering why some posts appear in your news feed over others? Facebook is attempting to demystify its algorithms with a new tool that tells users why a post appeared in the news feed. The tool also includes shortcuts to newsfeed settings. Facebook is also updating a similar tool for ads.
Twitter’s dark mode automatically activates to ease your eyes
Not a fan of Twitter's dark blue "dark" mode? The updated version begins rolling out today with a black background and the option to automatically activate dark mode when it's dark outside. The update comes after the Twitter CEO promised a fix. Here's how to use Twitter's dark mode.
Despite changes, HUD hits Facebook with charges of ad discrimination
After removing several ad categories for housing ads last week, Facebook is now facing charges from the Department of Housing and Urban Development. HUD says the social media network still has tools that allow advertisers to discriminate based on factors like sex, race, and disability.
The Panasonic FZ1000 gets a much-needed update alongside the smaller ZS80 zoom
Panasonic's 2014 superzoom camera with a larger sensor has finally seen a refresh. The new Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 II has more physical controls, and new 4K Photo Mode features. The camera was announced alongside the new Panasonic ZS80 compact zoom with a 30x optical zoom.
Photoshop is headed to the iPad Pro, but is a tablet enough for photographers?
Adobe is bringing Photoshop to the iPad -- but are tablets ready to tackle the more complex photo edits? While Photoshop isn't yet available for the iPad, we added an iPad Pro to our photography workflow to see how the tablet holds up, from image importing to touchscreen local adjustments.
Hold your Instagrams in your hand with Canon’s new tiny pocket printer
Meet the Canon Ivy Mini Photo Printer, a 2 x 3 photo printer with a compact design from cartridge-free printing. It uses Zink paper with embedded ink crystals, while an app tosses in editing tools like AR face filters and stickers. Canon says a calibration sheet helps the printer meet company standards.
The new HP OfficeJet Pro’s smart app cuts your time spent scanning in half
The new HP OfficeJet Pro series offers faster print speeds, but the company says a new app with shortcut options allows users to cut the time spent working on scanning files in half. The all-in-one printer series includes several models from a basic $169 to a $399 premium option.
Proposed NICE standards promise more powerful smart cameras, no matter the brand
The next generation of smart cameras could be powered by a set of specifications currently under development. The NICE Alliance released the first public draft of standards for a system that would allow smart cameras from multiple brands to share tech, run the same apps, and communicate with each other.
Facebook axes fake accounts pretending to be legitimate media organizations
Facebook today removed more than 2,500 accounts for coordinated inauthentic behavior -- including some accounts pretending to be actual media organizations. Other accounts were removed for spam, while a small number pretended to be political groups in the U.S., U.K., and Australia.
With 4K and a tilt screen, the tiny Sony RX0 II busts genre restrictions
The Sony RX0 II doesn't fit neatly into any of the existing camera categories -- but the result is a camera shooting multiple types of projects. While the sensor and lens remains the same, the new RX0 II has in-camera 4K, a flip screen, enhanced eye AF, and Sony's latest processor, retailing for $700.
A Facebook, Instagram bug exposed millions of passwords to its employees
Facebook, Facebook Lite, and Instagram passwords weren't properly encrypted and could be viewed by employees, the company said Thursday. The network estimates millions of users were affected, but says there's no evidence of internal abuse or external access to the data.