Canon EOS RP vs. EOS R: Which Canon mirrorless camera is right for you?
The powerful Canon EOS R packs a lot of features into a compact mirrorless body, but the lower-cost EOS RP may be the better choice for some photographers. Here's how these two full-frame mirrorless models compare, from sensor performance to design and build quality.
New teleconverter from Olympus doubles the reach of its longest lenses
Olympus is expanding deeper into the territory of sports and wildlife photography with a new 2x teleconverter that offers an impressive 1,200mm full-frame equivalent range when used on the company's current longest lens. New firmware updates for the E-M1X an E-M1 Mark II were also announced.
The Loupedeck Plus custom keyboard will make you feel like a pro video editor
With recently added support for Final Cut Pro X, the Loupedeck Plus improves speed and accuracy for video editors using the Apple software. With a collection of buttons and dials that can be custom programmed, the Loupedeck can almost completely replace the standard mouse and keyboard setup.
Sony’s new full-frame 600mm f/4 is a $13,000 monster of a lens
More expensive than a new Apple Mac Pro and Pro Display, Sony's $13,000, 600mm f/4 is a dream telephoto lens for professional sports and wildlife photographers. For the rest of us, Sony also announced a $2,000, 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3. Both are the longest lenses Sony has yet made for its mirrorless cameras.
In the zoom-versus-speed debate, Panasonic’s 10-25mm f/1.7 gives you both
The Leica DG Vario-Summilux 10-25mm f/1.7 camera lens is designed with both still photographers and video shooters in mind, and is the first standard-zoom lens to feature a constant f/1.7 aperture. The price hasn't been announced yet, but don't expect this fast zoom to come cheap.
Panasonic Lumix S1H is the first full-frame camera that can shoot 6K video
Panasonic unveiled the S1H, its third S series full-frame camera, at Cine Gear Expo 2019. The video-focused mirrorless camera can shoot 6K/24p video or 10-bit 4K/60p and carries numerous other features for professional video shooters. The company also detailed the upcoming firmware update for the S1.
Peak Design’s Travel Tripod is must-have gear for photographers on the go
Peak Design has returned to Kickstarter to launch its latest product, the Travel Tripod. The company's first tripod, it uses a unique design with a triangular center column to minimize the volume it takes up in your bag. It's loaded with features like a removable center column and built-in phone mount.
Olympus launches Tough TG-6 waterproof compact, and we’re not entirely sure why
With a spec sheet nearly identical to that of its predecessor, we're having a hard time figuring out what's new about the Olympus Tough TG-6. But the TG-5 was our favorite rugged compact, and Olympus didn't try to fix what wasn't broken. A new flash diffuser and fisheye adapter were also announced.
DJI’s waterproof Osmo Action camera to take on GoPro with two LCD screens
DJI is expanding into new territory with the Osmo Action, a waterproof action camera with both front and rear LCD screens and electronic image stabilization. With resolution up to 4K at 60 frames per second and interchangeable filters, it could be enough to take on GoPro -- and win.
Amazon drops price on select Sigma Art lenses for Mother’s Day
Sigma is running Mother's Day specials on select lenses, including the 85mm F1.4 Art that is one of the best portrait lenses we've ever tested. While the Sigma rebate is for $100 off, for a price of $1,099, Amazon has the lens for as low as $910.
Get $200 off the Fujifilm X-T3 kit, one of the best cameras you can buy
We're big fans of the Fujifilm X-T3, one of the best mirrorless cameras on the market, and we're also big fans of saving money. So when we saw you could save $200 on the X-T3 kit with the XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 stabilized lens, we figured you'd want to know about it.
Fujifilm’s X-T30 is a semi-pro, feature-rich camera that’s affordable to boot
Fujifilm's newest mirrorless camera delivers the premium features of the X-T3 without the premium price, giving aspiring enthusiasts a lower-cost option that can still match the image quality of Fuji's flagship. The company also introduced a new compact 16mm f/2.8 wide-angle lens.
Netgear’s Arlo Pro security camera will recognize your face, in time
Netgear's Arlo Pro will take advantage of machine learning and crowdsourced intelligence to bring advanced object recognition to smart home security.
Panasonic Lumix S1R vs. Nikon Z 7: High-res mirrorless showdown
The 47-megapixels Lumix S1R and 46-megapixel Nikon Z 7 are the two highest-resolution, full-frame mirrorless cameras on the market. The S1R also features a high-resolution mode that can take 187MP images, but the Nikon is lighter, less expensive, and fully compatible with Nikon's DSLR lenses.
Hasselblad’s widest lens turns medium-format X1D into sublime camera for landscapes
Hasselblad's new XCD 21mm f/4 lens turns the medium-format X1D into a travel photographers dream camera, albeit a pricey one. We took one with us to Europe to put it through its paces, and found it to be the perfect combo.
We shot Hasselblad’s fastest lens ever, the XCD 80mm f/1.9, and it’s stunning
With an aperture that just breaks through the f/2 barrier, Hasselblad's new XCD 80mm f/1.9 is the first truly fast lens for the medium format X1D-50c. The total number of lenses for the 2-year-old system now stands at six.
Fujifilm X-T30 vs. Sony A6400: Midrange mirrorless cameras compared
The Fujifilm X-T30 and Sony A6400 are two of the best cameras you can buy for under $1,000, but which should you choose? Each has an edge in certain situations which makes picking a winner difficult, but here's how they compare in design, features, and specifications.
The Canon EOS Rebel SL3 is a DSLR masquerading as a mirrorless camera
Canon's newest DSLR is an entry-level model with impressive battery life and beginner-friendly features. But some of the SL3's key advantages over the SL2 are focused on live view operation, where a mirrorless camera would make more sense. But if you need an optical viewfinder, the SL3 might be for you.
Lumix S1 is a hybrid powerhouse camera, and Panasonic’s answer to the Sony A7 III
The Lumix S1 is Panasonic's answer to the popular Sony A7 III, but it has a few tricks up its sleeve. Built around a 24MP sensor, it can shoot 96MP images thanks to a multi-shot high-resolution mode. It also offers 10-bit 4K video.
Panasonic’s full-frame cameras will have multi-shot high-resolution modes
Panasonic's S1 and S1R full-frame mirrorless cameras will both feature High Resolution Mode, which combines eight exposures to achieve significantly more resolution than the camera's 24- and 47-megapixel sensors offer on their own. The cameras will also use a new HLG Photo mode for showing images on HDR displays.
Olympus M. Zuiko F1.2 Pro lenses prove there’s life left in Micro Four Thirds
With great image quality, rich character, and professional build quality, the M. Zuiko F1.2 Pro lenses impress. But can the Micro Four Thirds format keep up?
Wandrd’s new inflatable camera bag packs down to a fraction of its size
Wandrd's newest bag is a lightweight backpack with inflatable camera cube and back panel that let it collapse down to less than half its full height. Launching on Kickstarter, the project has already raised over $70,000 in pledges. The bag is aimed primarily at travel photographers.
See ya, CFast: 1TB CFexpress card transfers photos at 1,400MB per second
The latest trend in professional removable storage media is fast approaching. At CES 2019, ProgradeDigital revealed its first CFexpress card, featuring a 1-terabyte capacity and bewildering 1,400 megabyte-per-second transfer rate. The card was demoed in a Nikon Z series mirrorless camera.
Panasonic S1R to offer 187-megapixel high-res mode, world’s sharpest EVF
Panasonic has finally detailed the full specifications of its upcoming S1R, a 47-megapixel full-frame mirrorless camera that offers a 187MP high-resolution mode, 4K/60p video, and a 5.76-million-dot electronic viewfinder. Still not known is just how much this pro-oriented camera will cost.
Pentax Star Series 11-18mm F2.8 promises sharp shots for astrophotography
Ricoh introduced two new lenses for Pentax K-mount DSLRs, including an ultra-wide 11-18mm f/2.8 in the company's high-end Star Series. It carries a premium price of $1,400, but promises edge-to-edge sharpness. Also announced was a 35mm f/2 for full-frame cameras which features new coatings.
With 5-stop optical stabilization, Fujifilm GF 100-200mm is ready for adventure
Fujifilm revealed a new lens designed to deliver on the GFX system's promise of adventure-ready medium format photography. The GF 100-200mm F5.6 R is a weather resistant, relatively lightweight, 2x telephoto zoom with impressive optical image stabilization rated for 5 stops of shake reduction.
GoPro bumps resolution on Fusion 360 cam to 5.6K with new firmware
Currently available in public beta, Fusion firmware version 2.0 offers a new 5.8K mode that results in 5.6K output when the 360 camera's two hemispheres are stitched together. It also adds support for 24 fps video and RAW time-lapse shooting. GoPro has also updated its Fusion Studio desktop software.
Nest’s new smart home camera lets you zoom and enhance, for real
With a 4K sensor, the Nest Cam IQ offers HDR imaging and up 12x of digital zoom so you can monitor your home clearly and confidently.
New Ursa Mini Pro from Blackmagic Design is three cameras in one
Calling it three cameras in one, the new Ursa Mini Pro is built to handle the unique demands of film, broadcast, and studio work.
Metabones launches four new Canon-to-Sony lens adapters
Metabones unveiled four lens adapters, including two brand-new Cine versions specifically designed for users of Sony’s FS7 II cinema camera.
D-Link’s new Wi-Fi security camera gives a wide 180-degree view of your home
D-Link's latest Full HD home security camera can show you an entire room without having to pan, tilt, or use a second camera.
DJI’s Osmo+ is the first handheld gimbal with a zoom lens
DJI's new Osmo+ camera features up to 22-77mm of zoom range atop the standard Osmo gimbal for increased creative control on the same stabilized platform.
The best light modifiers for on-camera flash photography
The right light modifier can make all the difference when it comes to on-camera flash photography. Here are a few of the best products to get the job done.
With addition of RAW video, Nikon Z Series looks to win over filmmakers
Nikon is bringing RAW video to its Z Series mirrorless cameras, becoming the first non-cinema camera manufacturer to do so. Using an external recorder from Atomos, users will be able to shoot in the new Apple ProRes RAW format for improved dynamic range, color, and postproduction flexibility.
DJI’s pricey Smart Controller is the ultimate accessory for drone enthusiasts
DJI's new Smart Controller lets you keep your phone in your pocket thanks to its integrated 5.5-inch, 1080p display. The controller has a range of up to 5 miles and a 2.5-hour battery life, and runs a version of Android complete with third-party app support. It will ship later this year for a price of $650.
6 best products showcased at Adobe MAX 2017 conference
Adobe's partners showcased products at the Adobe MAX 2017 conference. From Microsoft to Logitech, these are our favorites.