NewsPhotography

Scientists Create COVID Test That Uses a Smartphone Camera

January 31, 2022
Researchers have created a new type of COVID-19 test that transforms an ordinary smartphone camera into a virus detector. The system could one day allow for cheap and accurate at-home COVID testing. The new COVID test was developed by a group of scientists and physicians at UC Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and was published on January 28th in the journal JAMA Network…
Read more
NewsPhotography

How to Update Your Camera’s Firmware

January 31, 2022
If you are a digital photographer, it is a good idea to make sure your camera’s firmware is up to date to ensure you have a reliable device with the latest features and fixes. In this article, we will guide you step-by-step through updating your camera firmware. Table of…
NewsPhotography

Panasonic LUMIX S lenses: Uniquely designed for both stills and video

January 31, 2022
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 The philosophy behind LUMIX S lens design Unlike most camera lenses on the market today, Panasonic’s S series of lenses for full-frame cameras are uniquely engineered with both still photographers and videographers in mind. This unique design philosophy empowers photo and video creators to focus on capturing their ideas and expressing their creative…
Read more
NewsPhotography

Photographer’s Wide Lens Meets a Seagull’s Gaze

January 30, 2022
New York City-based photojournalist Gary Hershorn captured this lighthearted portrait of a seagull looking directly at his lens with Lower Manhattan and One World Trade Center as the backdrop. Hershorn enjoys walking along the Hudson River in Hoboken and Jersey…
NewsPhotography

The Best Cameras for Beginners in 2022

January 29, 2022
Looking to get started in photography but feel overwhelmed at the huge number of different camera models on the market? The daunting feeling can be an obstacle as you try to dive headfirst into the art form, but you have come to the right place: we have selected the best cameras for beginners looking to dip their toes in photography without breaking the bank or getting in over their heads. …
Read more
NewsPhotography

Custom Camera Captures 4K Video Up to 2.5 Miles Under the Sea

January 28, 2022
If it seemed like the footage of deep-sea creatures has been more spectacular lately, that is because it is. The Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) recently updated its deep-sea camera to capture 4K footage at incredible depths. MBARI has used 1080p Full HD cameras for years to capture thousands of hours of video in order to study the creatures that live at depths of 13,100 feet…
Read more