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December 20
The third Great Joy 1.8x anamorphic lens actually covers a full frame sensor, so becomes useful to stills as well as video photographers, and it nicely complements the existing focal lengths to make the beginnings of a good, low-cost, anamorphic set.
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Ricoh has announced it's starting the 'Film Camera Project,' an initiative designed to gauge the interest and viability of producing a new Pentax film camera.
December 19
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Dec 19, 2022 at 19:38
Lensrentals has published the annual roundup of its most-rented gear for 2022. As in 2021, Canon and Sony dominated the rental shares. However, DSLR gear, like Canon EF cameras and lenses, dipped in popularity, while Sony gear was more rented than in 2021.
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Dec 19, 2022 at 14:51
This new facility is to be located in PyeongTaek, South Korea and should be operational by spring 2024. Fujifilm says it will manufacture color filter materials used on image sensors, but doesn't specify whether it will impact its own camera systems.
2022 was another exciting year for camera releases, with new models ranging the gamut from high performance photo/video hybrids to a manual focus rangefinder. Now it's time to find out what you think of the Class of '22. Click through to vote for your favorite camera of the year.
Prime lenses aren't what they used to be – while today's 'nifty fifties' are bigger, and typically more costly than their SLR-era forebears, they're also far more advanced. Meanwhile, specialized wide, tele-prime and macro lenses just keep getting better and better. Vote now for your favorite prime lenses of 2022.
It won't come as a shock that manufacturers continued to grow their mirrorless lens collections in 2022, and that includes some exciting zoom lenses, covering the spectrum from wide angles to long tele-zooms, and even a couple of power zooms. Now it's your turn to vote for your favorites.
December 17
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Dec 16, 2022 at 20:13
American photographer Lee Miller did a lot during her life, including working as a model and fashion photographer. Now, her story is being turned into a biopic called 'Lee,' which has started filming.
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Dec 16, 2022 at 17:10
Nikon says it has identified a range of serial numbers that could be affected by this issue and is making the repairs free of charge, even if the camera's warranty has expired.
December 15
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Dec 15, 2022 at 21:58
Dell unveiled Concept Luna a year ago, aiming to dramatically change how users consume and use electronic devices. The modular laptop has been revised since then, losing its adhesives and cables so that the device can now be disassembled in around 30 seconds.
A prime lens can sound outdated and restrictive in an era where zooms are often excellent. But this restriction can also encourage creative thinking.
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Dec 15, 2022 at 14:35
Tamron's 50–400mm F4.5–6.3 Di III VC VXD (Model A067), 150–500mm F5–6.7 Di III VC VXD (Model A057) and 20-40mm F2.8 Di III VXD (Model A062) have all received firmware updates.
December 14
Photographers Rhiannon Adam and Karim Iliya have been selected as part of Japanese billionaire Yusaku Maezawa's dearMoon mission aboard the new SpaceX Starship rocket. The six-day mission to orbit the moon includes other well-known creatives, such as Steve Aoki and TOP
As part of our ongoing review of the EOS R6 Mark II we've shot our studio scene and rolling shutter tests, and added analysis of image quality and video performance.
Chris runs through his most beloved lenses for Fujifilm X-Mount, including both Fujifilm lenses and third party options.
December 13
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Dec 13, 2022 at 19:48
Apple is typically tight-lipped about its suppliers, but a recent tweet from CEO Tim Cook confirms the company has been using Sony Semiconductor image sensors for over a decade.
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Dec 13, 2022 at 18:38
The Flickr Foundation is a new US 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a mission to preserve historic and culturally significant images from communities around the world for generations to come.
Photojournalist Tod Seelie has been photographing New York City's Bike Kill since the earliest days. Here's how he captures the bonkers bicycle action in his work.
This year, plenty of amazing cameras, lenses, accessories and other products came through our doors. As 2022 winds down, we're highlighting some of our standout products of the year. Check out the winners of the 2022 DPReview Awards!
December 12
AstrHori says the autofocus lens is capable of keeping up with Sony's array of intelligent AF modes, including face- and eye-detect modes.
The top 25 images for the 5th edition of the Northern Lights Photographer of the Year collection, from Capture the Atlas, have been announced, showcasing the grandeur of the aurora.
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Dec 12, 2022 at 15:55
Xiaomi has announced its new 13 and 13 Pro smartphones, bringing improved camera arrays to both of its last devices.
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Dec 12, 2022 at 15:00
Adobe has added the ability to edit and create HDR images to Adobe Camera Raw as a 'technology preview.' We explored how it works, and what it might mean for how your photos can look.
December 11
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Dec 11, 2022 at 15:00
Looking for a lightweight drone that you don't need to register to fly? DJI now sells four sub-250g models as part of its Mini family. We compare them side-by-side so you can determine which model is right for you.
December 10
Street photography demands a discreet, fast focusing camera. Some, like our own Chris Niccolls, also require that they're pretty. Here are his top picks at three budget levels.
December 9
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Dec 9, 2022 at 21:20
The Orion spacecraft will be landing off the coast of Baja California this weekend. On December 5, Orion's 20th day in space, the spacecraft performed its longest engine burn and captured some of its best photos of the moon.
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Dec 9, 2022 at 14:30
Watch as photographer Markus Hofstaetter restores a 100-year-old Century No. 2 large format camera, taking great care to reuse as many original parts as possible in order to preserve the camera's history.
Earlier this year, DJI released the Mini 3 Pro. While it boasted quite a few advanced features, it was accompanied by a hefty price tag. DJI has pared down this offering a bit with their latest sub-250g release, the Mini 3. Is it worth the investment?
December 8
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Dec 8, 2022 at 17:25
Apple has announced it intends to release advanced security features to protect various data stored on iCloud, including photos. The new photo protection adds full end-to-end encryption for users' saved images, provided they opt-in to the new Advanced Data Protection option.
Hasselblad’s new CPL, ND8 and UV filters come in 62mm, 67mm, 72mm and 77mm sizes.
Creativity comes in ebbs and flows. Recognize your pattern, kill your ego and embrace what you don't know to improve your skills, fast, and remain a lifelong learner.
December 7
Chinese smartphone maker Tecno has announced a new flagship smartphone at an event in Dubai. The Phantom X2 Pro includes a triple-camera rear array featuring a retractable smartphone camera with a 50MP sensor and 2.5x hybrid optical zoom.
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Dec 7, 2022 at 18:21
Photographer Benedek Lampert took a massive LEGO Eiffel Tower into downtown Budapest to capture a nighttime photograph that made the replica tower look almost as real as its much larger, more metallic Parisian predecessor.
Skydio's 2+ is an improvement over the original model. It's powered by the same impressive tech that guides self-driving vehicles and can detect and avoid obstacles from every angle. Can it overcome a lackluster camera to win hearts and minds?
December 6
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Dec 6, 2022 at 18:51
Perpetual license owners will receive bug fixes until the next major release, but new the features and functionality you get at launch is what you have to work with going forward.
Apple’s Self Service Repair program, which allows consumers to purchase genuine Apple components with tools and manuals for specific repairs, is now available in Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain, Sweden, and the United Kingdom.
Chris and Jordan recently spent a delightful afternoon sharing their list of the year's best and worst camera gear. Now that their hangovers have worn off, they've prepared a more sober reflection on their choices.
Pixelmator 3.2 is a major update to the popular macOS image editing app. The new features include brand-new video editing tools and support for additional motion-based designs and file formats.
December 5
The winners of the International Landscape Photo of the Year awards have been announced, showcasing stunning natural beauty from around the world.
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Dec 5, 2022 at 16:30
The Loupedeck Live S is now available following a successful crowdfunding campaign. The new editing console is Loupedeck's most affordable and compact product, making it a great choice for beginners or photographers on-the-go.
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Dec 5, 2022 at 15:00
As someone who came of age in the digital world, I never thought I'd be a fan of film photography. One film class in high school, however, changed my outlook on the analog art form.
The latest iteration of ON1 Software's flagship Raw editor is jam-packed with AI smarts that aim to lighten your workload by taking subjects into account when making selections, applying presets, keywording and more. Find out if it's right for you in our review!
December 3
Landscape pro Erez Marom takes a look at how to best achieve a sense of depth in landscape photographs.
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