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Pentax K-5 In-depth Review
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DPReview regular Alexander Jikharev counts Henri Cartier-Bresson among his photography heroes. When asked why, he quotes his understanding of photography as 'recognition, in real life, of a rhythm of surfaces, lines, and values.' That rhythm is alive and well in Jikharev's photography. Take a look at a few of his images here and find out more about him in our Q&A. See gallery
Pentax has released firmware updates for its K-5, K-5 II, K-5 IIs, K-30 and K-r digital SLRs. With these latest firmware versions, all cameras gain improved overall stability and enhanced contrast AF performance when using the 560mm f/5.6ED AW lens. The updates are available for immediate download from the company's website - click through for download links.
Designed for professional use, the Insta360 Pro 2 is a 360-degree camera that captures stereoscopic (3D) video at up to 8K resolution, and which has a price tag in the same league as a Canon 1D X II or Nikon D5. What is a camera like this capable of? Read our review to find out.
Wondershare recently introduced FilmoraPro, a non-linear editor designed to take on Adobe’s Premiere Pro, but on a non-subscription basis. Can it take some market share away from the heavy hitters of the video editing world?
The Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R is the company's 47MP high-res full-frame mirrorless camera. Having reviewed the 24MP S1, we are progressing with the S1R and have taken a preliminary look at its video capabilities.
The Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro is a lightweight, versatile lens for Canon's new EOS R system. Promising good close focus capabilities and built-in stabilization, is this the perfect lens for EOS R and RP shooters? Find out in our full review.
The Panasonic S1 is not only the best-built 24MP full-frame mirrorless camera on the market (though it is heavy), it keeps up with the best of its competitors in most respects. We've reviewed the S1 first, as we felt that this less expensive stills/video model will have broader appeal.
Whether you're new to the Micro Four Thirds system or a seasoned veteran, there are plenty of lenses available for you. We've used pretty much all of them, and in this guide we're giving your our recommendations for the best MFT lenses for various situations.
If you're looking for a high-quality camera, you don't need to spend a ton of cash, nor do you need to buy the latest and greatest new product on the market. In our latest buying guide we've selected some cameras that while they're a bit older, still offer a lot of bang for the buck.
Whether you're hitting the beach in the Northern Hemisphere or the ski slopes in the Southern, a rugged compact camera makes a great companion. In this buying guide we've taken a look at nine current models and chosen our favorites.
The fixed lens camera market may be a bit niche, but it's here that you'll find some of the best cameras you can buy. Sensors ranging from APS-C to full-frame are designed to match their lenses, which cover ranges from 28-75mm equivalent, so image quality is top-notch.
What's the best camera for under $500? These entry level cameras should be easy to use, offer good image quality and easily connect with a smartphone for sharing. In this buying guide we've rounded up all the current interchangeable lens cameras costing less than $500 and recommended the best.
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Alphabet's Wing introduced OpenSky, the first release in a planned ecosystem of apps, to ensure safe and compliant drone operations.
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Our team is at the launch event for the new Sony a7R IV and they're ready to share their initial thoughts. Find out what excites them about this camera, and get some more nuanced insight into some key features.
The Sony a7R IV is the company's fourth-generation ultra-high-resolution full-frame mirrorless camera that sports a whopping 61 Megapixel sensor. We spent a few hours with the camera today and have some first impressions to share.
The micro to full-size HDMI adapter features a 90-degree angle and protective housing to simplify and protect the X-T3's built-in micro HDMI port.
We've got a lot more shooting to do with the a7R IV, but in the meantime, here are our very first shots with the 61MP beast.
Take a quick look at video recording with live Face Detection and Eye AF in action on the new Sony a7R IV.
Ilford Photo says this is the first time it's given a behind-the-scenes look inside its HARMAN Technology facility in Mobberley, England.
LomoChrome Metropolis is the first new color film to hit the market in more than five years.
Japanese Patent Application 2019-113645 describes a lens hood with four sections that opens when in use and closes shut when the camera is no longer in use.
Alongside the a7R IV, Sony has unveiled a new shotgun microphone that, when used with the new camera, offers built-in audio/digital conversion to provide digital audio recording in camera. A new XLR adapter mic adaptor kit is also on its way.
Sony has introduced the a7R IV, which the company calls 'another milestone in mirrorless', at an event in New York City. The camera has a full-frame 61MP BSI-CMOS sensor with a claimed 15 stops of dynamic range, a redesigned body, 10 fps burst shooting, and Real-time Eye AF for stills and videos.
Sony has something up its sleeve and has announced it will be live-streaming its latest announcement on its Alpha Universe website.
Photographer Matt Robinson captured the only total solar eclipse to occur this year with a hyperlapse video using a DJI Mavic 2 Pro.
A researcher has discovered that links used to share images on Google Photos might not be as private as people are led to believe.
The second annual Drone Awards aerial photography contest received over 4,500 submissions from 107 countries, and some of the winners are pretty amazing.
The company claims its MRW-W3 hub comes with the 'world's fastest' UHS-II SD (and microSD) card reader.
Nikon has confirmed that it's ending the repair program it opened up to address sensor dust’ issues that plagued D600 camera units.
Whether you're at 70mm and F2.8 shooting portraits or 24mm and F11 shooting landscapes, the Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 turns in impressive results. We've updated our sample gallery with some more recent images.
FIlmConvert's impending update, nicknamed Nitrate, is bringing Cineon Log versions of original film stock emulations, full custom curve control and advanced film grain controls.
Do we really need the latest and greatest cameras? To find out, DPReview TV host Nigel Danson swapped his Nikon Z7 and pro lenses for an entry-level Canon DSLR with a $100 kit lens. How did it measure up to his top-of-the-line gear? Tune in to find out
Sigma just launched three brand new lenses for Sony E-mount and L-mount. The 35mm F1.2 DG DN and 14-24mm F2.8 DG DN 'Art' are joined by the ultra-compact 45mm F2.8 DG DN 'Contemporary'. We took a closer look.
For their review of the Fujifilm GFX 100, Chris and Jordan woke up at the crack of dawn for dramatic landscapes and teamed up with a portrait pro for a model shoot. Now the verdict is in. Wait... did Chris just say "Ultimate landscape camera?"
This new gallery of images from the Fujifilm GFX 100 medium format camera includes photos taken from this week's episode of DPReview TV, with a focus on portraiture and landscape photography.
Researchers at Harvard have create a miniaturized polarization camera that can replicate how shrimp view the world.
The monitor features BenQ's new Color Uniformity Technology and an updated Hotkey Puck for easier setting changes on the fly.
Thanks to a recent firmware update, Nikon's Z6 and Z7 mirrorless cameras now include eye-detect autofocus. How well does it work? Chris and Jordan put it to the test in this episode filmed by Jordan in (gasp!) 60p.
Skydio released the world's first autonomous drone last year, the R1. Now, they've announced its successor in a vague teaser, slated for an autumn release.
Sigma announces 'Classic' versions of cine Art primes with minimal optical coatings to provide a range of lenses giving the look of 'classic' lenses.
The SiOnyx Aurora Sport offers similar—albeit slightly improved—specs compared to its predecessor, but its $399 price point is $300 cheaper than the original Aurora.
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