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Leica SL2-S Update Improves Autofocus, Adds Video Features

Leica has announced a firmware update for the Leica SL2-S, which sees a number of new features and enhancements including more video record options, a waveform monitor, LUT support, and improved autofocus performance in both photo and video. The full-frame mirrorless Leica SL2-S, released in late 2020, was the first Leica camera to feature a backside-illuminated sensor (BSI), making it a…
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The End of A-Mount: Sony Has Finally Discontinued The Last of its DSLRs

Sony appears to have finally and quietly discontinued the last of its DSLRs. The a99 II, a77 II, and a68 cameras show as “no longer available” through dealers and have been removed from the company’s official website. First reported by Sony Alpha Rumors, Sony’s full list of cameras on its official website no longer shows any A-mount DSLRs and the a99 II, a77 II, and a68 are no longer…
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The Teva x Polaroid 600 Camera is Built From Refurbished Parts

In what is the latest in a line of brand partnerships, Polaroid today announced a collaboration with sandal company Teva that features “nostalgic” design elements and a Polaroid 600 camera that puts a spotlight on sustainability by using professionally refurbished parts. While Polaroid has also announced new standalone products like the Polaroid Go or brought back older products like Round…
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The Canon R3 Has the Potential to Transform Photography

Photographer and YouTuber Kevin Raposo uses historical trends and academic research to break down why he believes the Canon EOS R3 could transform photography in the coming years as video and photo capabilities converge. Raposo argues that he does not need to speculate on…
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Venus Optics launches ultra-fast Laowa ‘Argus’ 33mm F0.95 CF APO lens for APS-C camera systems

Venus Optics has announced the Laowa ‘Argus’ 33mm F0.95 CF APO, a manual lens for APS-C camera systems. The lens is constructed of 14 elements in 9 groups, including one extra-low dispersion element, one aspherical element and three ultra-high-refraction elements. Venus Optics says these elements help ‘to suppress both lateral and longitudinal chromatic aberration (CA) to the minimal…
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