Nikon has released firmware updates for its Z6 and Z7 mirrorless cameras that makes it possible to recored external Blackmagic RAW (BRAW) over HDMI to a compatible recorder.
Firmware version 3.20 for both the Z6 and Z7 features two major changes regarding Raw video workflows. The first is that both the Z6 and Z7 can now output Blackmagic Raw video to the Video Assist 5” 12G HDR and Video Assist…
BenQ Unveils 34-Inch Ultrawide Color-Accurate Monitor
December 17, 2020
BenQ has announced the PD3420Q, a 34-inch, 2K resolution, 21:9 ultra-wide, HDR design monitor that covers 100% of sRGB and 98% of P3 color spaces. The company promises out-of-the-box color accuracy powered by BenQ’s AQCOLOR technology.
The monitor offers a 3440 x 1440…
Westcott Unveils Wireless, Battery-Powered Strobe and Speedlight
December 17, 2020
Westcott has announced the new FJ200 wireless studio strobe and FJ 80 speedlight which join the FJ400 as part of the FJ Wireless Flash System. Both feature compatibility with Westcott’s wireless trigger system.
The FJ80 is what the company is calling the first round-head…
FCC filing unveils the internals of the upcoming Pentax K-3 III flagship APS-C DSLR
December 17, 2020
Recent FCC filings for the Ricoh Pentax K-3 Mark III have produced interesting images. Although FCC filings are rarely exciting, Ricoh Imaging’s filing shows the upcoming K-3 III DSLR without its outer shell.
This isn’t the first we’ve seen of the K-3 III.
Japanese Astronaut Snaps Incredible Photos of Earth from Space
December 16, 2020
Japaneses astronaut Soichi Noguchi has emerged as the International Space Station’s resident photographer, uploading a slew of incredible images of Earth taken from the Cupola Observational Module.
Noguchi is a Japanese astronaut that joined the crew of the ISS via the…
How to Optimize Lightroom Classic for the Best Performance
December 16, 2020
One of the consequences of reviewing computers for PetaPixel and running benchmark after benchmark is that you learn a thing or two about working in Lightroom. From weird quirks to the optimal performance settings for import, export, and editing, there are a few key changes you can make to coax a little more speed out of Adobe’s Raw editor.
Like everyone else, I occasionally get very frustrated…
Elinchrom Launches iOS App, Controls Up to 20 Strobes Simultaneously
December 16, 2020
Elinchrom has released an app for iOS that allows for control of up to 20 strobes through your iPhone or iPad. Any Elinchrom strobe that supports and is connected to the Elinchrom Bridge can be controlled from the app.
The company had previously released a desktop…
Syrp, most well-known for its innovative timelapse and motion control devices, has launched the Genie Micro, an all-in-one smart remote for mirrorless and DSLR cameras.
The Genie Micro is Syrp’s take on a smart controller that connects and controls your camera. It rests…
New Official Canon Drinkware Looks like EF and RF Lenses
December 16, 2020
Canon Japan’s “Official Fan Goods” online store includes mugs and tumblers that are modeled after Canon’s EF and RF lenses that would make a great gift for any Canon shooter.
Added within the last day, Canon has listed a lens mug, lens tumbler, a mini cup set, and two gift boxes that turn Canon’s iconic optical products into drinkware.
“The popular lens motif mug is back in a new…
