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Intel is Dropping Development of its AI-Powered RealSense Cameras

Intel’s RealSense cameras were originally designed for touch-free interactions but pivoted to specifically facial recognition in January. Today, Intel confirmed that it is “winding down” its high-tech camera and sensor development to focus on its core chip business. In a statement to CRN, Intel says that it has decided to pull the plug on camera and sensor development. While perhaps…
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Video: 20 pieces of video gear that cost less than $20

Getting into filmmaking isn’t cheap. But it doesn’t necessarily have to be expensive either. To highlight how you can get decent gear on a budget, Caleb Pike of DSLR Video Shooter has shared a helpful video showcasing 20 pieces of filmmaking equipment that costs less…
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Cosina announces $825 Voigtlander Classic 50mm F1.5 lens, will be available in September

Cosina has revealed the release date and specifications for its new Voigtlander Heliar Classic 50mm F1.5 lens for its VM mount. The lens’ optical design consists of six elements in three groups. Cosina says the lens, which has a single coating, has been specifically designed to showcase ‘classical reflections that are not found in modern lenses and dares to express various…
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Video: 20 pieces of video gear that costs less than $20

Getting into filmmaking isn’t cheap. But it doesn’t necessarily have to be expensive either. To highlight how you can get decent gear on a budget, Caleb Pike of DSLR Video Shooter has shared a helpful video showcasing 20 pieces of filmmaking equipment that costs less…
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Major Photoshop Update: Sky Replacement, Healing Brush, and More

Adobe has announced what it is describing as a “major” feature update to Photoshop on desktop and iPad available today. Healing Brush and Magic Wand are now available on iPad, and Sky Replacement has the ability to import up to 5,000 skies at once on desktop. Photoshop on iPad Adobe has finally added Healing Brush to the iPad version of Photoshop with the same capabilities that photographers…
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A DIY Way to Fix Loose Rubber Rings on Camera Lenses

After purchasing Takumar 55mm f/1.8 lens years ago, I started building my collection of vintage lenses, and because I don’t like spending a lot of money on them, I became a frequent visitor of thrift stores, flea markets, and online auction sites. The things I’m bumping…
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Canon Develops System That Improves IBIS When Shooting HDR Photos

Canon has designed a system that makes it easier and more reliable to capture high-dynamic-range (HDR) photos by better pairing an in-body image stabilization (IBIS) with shake detection algorithms that actively correct for changes in a scene at the point of capture. As spotted by Canon Watch, Canon’s patent describes a process where IBIS during automatic exposure bracketing is improved to…
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