The Leica SL2-S has received a special Leica ‘Reporter’ edition, providing the camera with a robust exterior, including a scratch-resistant green paint finish and aramid fiber coating.
Limited to just 1,000 units worldwide, the $5,499 Leica SL2-S Reporter is about $300 more expensive than the standard black SL2-S mirrorless camera.
If you’re unfamiliar with the SL2-S…
The Nikon Z30 is a 20.2MP APS-C mirrorless camera designed for visual content creators wanting to take the leap from shooting with their smartphone or compact camera. It includes many familiar elements from Nikon’s existing ‘DX’ models but with more focus…
Leica re-releases the Leica M6 film camera for $5,295 with updated viewfinder, 'modern electronics' and more
October 20, 2022
No, you haven’t entered a time machine. Leica has re-released its iconic M6 camera, 38 years after it was first released back in 1984. While it keeps the same overall look and functionality of the original M6, this updated version does bring a few upgraded…
Lensrentals shows off the most common ways cameras, lenses are damaged and destroyed
October 18, 2022
Lensrentals has seen a lot of broken cameras and lenses over the years. Even if everyone who rents gear is careful – and we’re sure that nearly everyone is cautious – some accidents and mistakes are inevitable. In a new blog post, photographer and Lensrentals editor Zach Sutton has outlined some surefire ways to break or otherwise disable cameras and lenses. Of course, these aren’t…
Adobe MAX 2022: Major updates to Lightroom & Photoshop, plus more on Adobe's AI future
October 18, 2022
Artwork by Danner Orozco
At Adobe MAX, Adobe has introduced a wide range of updates to its Creative Cloud software. We’re focused on the changes to Adobe’s photo editing software, so let’s start with the new additions in Adobe Lightroom.
Adobe Lightroom…
Optics manufacturer AstrHori has announced the release of a new 40mm F5.6 manual lens for Fujifilm GFX camera systems.
The fully-manual lens offers a 32mm equivalent focal length and is constructed of seven elements in five groups. It uses a five-blade aperture diaphragm…
Sony updates Camera Remote SDK with support for Cinema Line cameras, new functionality for drones
October 12, 2022
Sony has announced an updated version (version 1.06) of its Camera Remote Software Development Kit (SDK). The updated SDK adds compatibility with Cinema Line cameras, including the FX6, FX3 and FX30. The updated SDK improves functionality to support third-party companies developing bespoke applications built around Sony cameras.
Version 1.06 of the Camera Remote SDK offers new features aimed at…
The Wetzlar Camera Auction has concluded, and some remarkable cameras were sold. Among the 256 lots, the majority were Leica cameras. However, among the highest hammer prices was a rare Nikon Nikkor-O Auto 58mm F1 lens.
The Nikon Nikkor-O Auto 58mm F1 lens sold for…
GDU releases heavily-armored versions of Canon's RF 16mm F2.8 and RF 50mm F1.8 lenses
October 10, 2022
If you work in extremely harsh conditions, you might worry that your lenses aren’t tough enough. While manufacturers make lenses that hold up extremely well to most typical usage, if you need something more robust, Global Dynamics United has you covered with its new…
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The Sigma 24–70mm F2.8 DG DN Art is a bright, premium zoom lens for photographers on either the Sony E-mount or the L-mount shared by Leica, Panasonic and Sigma camera bodies. Although for this comparison we’re mostly looking at its Sony E-mount competition, there are some intriguing lenses on L-mount that it goes up against as…
