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The Best Cameras for Beginners in 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. …
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Custom Camera Captures 4K Video Up to 2.5 Miles Under the Sea

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…
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Samyang announces new $999 135mm F1.8 autofocus prime lens for Sony E-mount cameras

Samyang has announced a new autofocus 135mm F1.8 telephoto lens designed for Sony E-mount camera systems. The 135mm F1.8 lens is constructed of 13 elements in 11 groups, including three extra-low dispersion elements, two high-refractive index elements and one aspherical element. The lens has an 11-blade aperture diaphragm, uses an 82mm front filter thread and has a minimum focusing distance of…
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Camera Metering Modes Explained

One of the many features modern cameras have is a selection of modes for metering exposure. These allow you to choose how the camera measures the brightness of the subject or scene in order to automatically adjust camera settings for optimal exposure. In this…
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Meyer Optik Görlitz Launches Trioplan 35mm f/2.8 II for 11 Camera Mounts

Meyer Optik Görlitz has announced the third lens in its Trioplan series, and the sixth overall lens that can be ordered from the reformed brand. The Trioplan 35mm f/2.8 II is available in 11 camera mounts, including Nikon Z and Canon RF. Construction and Build The 35mm f/2.8 II weighs between 270 and 300 grams (about 9.5 to 10.5 ounces), depending on the camera mount ordered. The body of…
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