Putting the words “Leica” and “Cheap” in the same headline is usually an oxymoron, but the company has just announced that it will be selling “Made in Portugal” versions of nine popular M-mount lenses in order to bypass a controversial US tariff established last year, making these lenses more affordable for US buyers.
As mentioned above, the reason behind this move is a punitive 25%…
A few weeks ago, it was discovered that Android 11 would limit third-party camera apps’ access, essentially “forcing” apps to use the phone’s built-in camera app even if you have a different app selected as your Default. But while the limitation might seem a bit…
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…
Last year, the United States levied about $7.5B USD in tariffs against the EU. These tariffs, which came into effect last fall, have been applied to certain EU goods, as approved by the World Trade Organization (WTO).
Included in the new tariff regulations are selected imports from France, Germany, Spain and the United Kingdom, including a 25-percent tariff on ‘agricultural and other…
Google has teamed up with Canon to release a new integration for Google Photos that makes it possible to automatically back up your photos over Wi-Fi.
The integration works through Canon’s image.canon app for Android and iOS. Inside the app, you can connect your…
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…
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 Raw conversions; we’ll add them as soon as support becomes available.
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Canon releases FW 1.1 for EOS R5, with bug fixes and improvements to video shooting time
August 27, 2020
Canon has released firmware 1.1 for the EOS R5. Alongside a flurry of minor bug fixes, the new firmware also promises to improve video shooting times. We’ve had the new firmware for a few days, and prepared a test.
Check out Jordan’s take on the new firmware in…
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…
Canon has announced a new CMOS image sensor that is designed to perform in extreme low light conditions. The LI7050’s is a sensor of the 1/1.8-inch variant which means it has the same size as many image sensors that can be found in smartphone cameras. However, this is not the new sensor’s intended use.
Instead it’s meant to be used for industrial applications that require extreme…
