The hobbyist LEGO designer who goes by Pandis Pandus (and who previously created a 1914 Ur-Leica LEGO camera) is back with an even more elaborate concept kit. It’s a 1950 Leica IIIf LEGO camera that comes complete with a box, display stand, lens, finder, and caps.
The 1950 Leica IIIf Behind the Concept
“The Leica IIIf is an iconic rangefinder camera introduced in 1950,” the designer says.
Darktable v3.8 Update Brings Support for Canon CR3, Editing Devices
December 28, 2021
Darktable, the free and open-source raw photo app, has released its version 3.8 update that adds some big features and improvements, including compatibility with Canon’s CR3 raw format as well as support for editing devices.
The update follows in the footsteps of…
Dear Fujifilm: Please Learn a Lesson in Consistency from Sony
December 28, 2021
In spite of my great fondness for my Fujifilm cameras, I have some constructive criticism. My biggest pet peeve with Fuji is their frustrating lack of consistency among bodies. It drives me a little nuts when switching between my Fujifilm bodies that are different models.
Hands-on with Nikon Nikkor Z 24-120mm F4 S
December 28, 2021
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Hands-on with Nikon Nikkor Z 24-120mm F4 S
The Nikon Nikkor Z 24-120mm F4 S is a native Z-mount counterpart to a popular AF-S zoom for the company’s D/SLRs. Originally roadmapped as a 24-105mm, we were pleased when the lens was officially released to see that it had been given some additional telephoto reach.
We’ve had our hands on a Z 24-120mm for a…
Tamron warns its 20mm, 24mm and 35mm F2.8 primes have AF issues with Sony a7 IV cameras
December 28, 2021
Optics manufacturer Tamron has issued a product advisory informing consumers that three of its E-mount prime lenses suffer issues that prevent them from using autofocus when shooting videos on Sony a7 IV camera systems.
The announcement, published by Tamron Japan, says the…
The Nikon Z9 Will Be a Sales Flop, But That’s Not What’s Important
December 27, 2021
Nikon unveiled the Z9 back in October to a world desperate for updates about their new top shelf model after months of teasers. This was eagerly awaited, not least to see how it compared to Sony’s blockbuster Alpha 1 and because it beat Canon to the proverbial flagship…
How Infrared Photography Can Create Stunning Sci-Fi Night Photos
December 27, 2021
Infrared photography is mostly used to create alternative and dreamy landscape pictures during bright days, giving nature specific hues from clear white to vivid yellow or red. But this technique has also a high potential in urban photography too, moreover at night.
In this article, I will show you how to create stunning futuristic pictures of cityscape at night, revealing colors from…
Gear of the Year 2021: Barney's choice - Nikon Z9
December 27, 2021
I feel like the luckiest boy in the world right now, sitting at my desk to write an article I’ve been looking forward to for weeks about a camera I’d been looking forward to for years. Luckier still because I actually have the camera. There’s a shiny new…
Nikon Has Published Detailed Video Guides on the Z9’s Features
December 24, 2021
Nikon has published three videos that cover the various parts and features of the company’s new flagship camera. Shared through its Digitutor YouTube Channel, the videos are some of the closest and most detailed looks yet at many features.
While official reviews of final…
Lensrentals shares the most-rented cameras and lenses in 2021
December 24, 2021
Lensrentals has published its roundup of the most popular rented gear for 2021, showcasing what camera equipment was the most rented throughout 2021. As we’ve seen over the past few years, both Canon and Sony top the charts across nearly every category.
Looking first at the most rented new products of 2021, Canon took the top position with the EOS C70 Cinema Camera (RF mount). Cinema cameras…
