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Shooting Video with an f/0.95 Lens: ‘Bokeh Madness’

August 28, 2020
Photographer Mathieu Stern recently had a chance to spend a week with the TTArtisan 50mm f/0.95 lens, and he decided to stick it on his Sony a7 III to see what shooting video at f/0.95 is like. In the 5.5-minute video above, you see Stern’s footage captured while walking around a museum. Stern then lit a dark room scene with a single candle to show what the lens/camera combo is capable of in…
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Canon releases 1.2 firmware update for 1DX Mark III, bringing improved AF, connectivity and more

August 27, 2020
In addition to the EOS R5 1.1 firmware update, Canon has also released firmware version 1.2 for the Canon 1D X Mark III. The new firmware improves a number of features and addresses a handful of bug fixes for Canon’s flagship DSLR. Specifically, Canon says firmware version 1.2 improves face and eye recognition autofocus (AF) at greater distances, improves FTP connectivity during transmission and…
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Nikon Z5 sample gallery

August 27, 2020
Nikon’s entry-level Z-mount full-framer is proving to be a fun and capable companion for everyday stills photography. And we’ve been busy enjoying the last licks of summer with it by our side. Take a look at our Nikon Z5 sample gallery, and check back soon for…
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Ricoh releases Silver Edition version of its Pentax K-1 Mark II DSLR, three D FA* lenses

August 27, 2020
Ricoh has announced the limited release of a Silver edition of its Pentax K-1 Mark II DSLR as well as, for the first time ever, silver versions of its D FA* lenses. The limited-edition camera is identical to its black counterpart, complete with a 36MP full-frame CMOS sensor, Safox 12 autofocus system with 33 AF points and a maximum ISO of 819,200. The only difference is the paint scheme, which is…
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Olympus releases its OM-D Webcam Beta for macOS computers

August 26, 2020
Olympus has announced the macOS version of its OM-D Webcam Beta utility is now available. Like the Windows version, released back in June, the macOS version enables select OM-D cameras to be used as webcams with compatible videoconferencing and streaming software over…
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Canon RF 600mm F11 real-world samples

August 25, 2020
Designed as a lightweight and affordable extreme telephoto prime for Canon RF-mount shooters, the Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM is a versatile lens for casual wildlife and general photography. If 600mm isn’t enough for you, it can be paired with Canon’s new 2X extender for RF to become a very portable (and very slow) 1200mm F22. While not up to the same optical standard as Canon’s…
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