Articles tagged "video"

It's that magical time of the year when Chris and Jordan look back on the year's best and worst releases of photo and video gear. Tradition dictates a drinking game, and this year it's a doozy...

Portrait photographer Markus Hofstaetter knows a thing or two about capturing eyes of subjects. For his latest project, however, he takes eyes to the extreme with super-close-up macro photos of irises, showing eyes in a new, alien-like light.

Chris and Jordan had plenty of predictions for the photo/video world in 2022, did any of them pan out?

There are few types of photography are more demanding than wildlife, and we've picked the best cameras at three price ranges for you!

There have been some exciting camera releases lately, but don't forget about used gear! Chris and Jordan walk you through some of their top picks.

FPV pilot Jay Christensen returns with a fly over and through the Florida Gators college football team as they take the field ahead of a game in Gainesville, Florida.

It's time to take a look at what Fujifilm is doing right and wrong with their cameras in 2022. Chris and Jordan have plenty of opinions!

Photographer Michael Shainblum shares what it took to get his incredible imagery of Iclandic volcanos, including the sacrifice his drone made to get some of the amazing shots.

Sigma has just released its very well regarded 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN for Fujifilm X-Mount. We compared it to the legendary Fujifilm 18-55mm F2.8-4 LM. Which is the better buy?

DJI has shared an immersive video of its new DJI Sky City headquarters, showing off incredible images taken both on the ground and in the air around the massive complex.

Ricoh/Pentax just announced a new mid-range DSLR, the Pentax KF. What do Chris and Jordan think about this camera, and the state of Pentax in 2022? Better give it a watch.

There's been a whole lot of DPReview TV this week. Check out all the new episodes to make sure you didn't miss any.

The return of classic Fujifilm dials! The X-T5 has arrived, and we think it's going to make a lot of photographers happy. Find out more in our latest episode!

Professional sports and wildlife shooters rejoice! Nikon's Z-Mount 600mm F4 TC VR has just been announced, and Chris got to spend some time with it.

The Canon 6D Mark II is a substantial improvement over its predecessor, and we spent a couple days in sunny San Diego to test it out!

The Sony a7R V is the latest in Sony's line of high resolution cameras, with major upgrades in most areas. Chris and Jordan went shooting to see if it's worth the premium price.

The OM System OM-5 is a tiny, rugged mirrorless camera aimed at outdoor enthusiasts. Chris Niccolls has taken one everywhere, and has a full review!

It's Z9 firmware day! If that wasn't exciting enough, Puppet Jordan and Chris are back to give you a rundown on the new features!

Chris and Jordan are out of the office, so we're taking a trip down memory lane to feature another classic episode of DPReview TV: our review of the concisely named Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III!

In recent years, computational photography has significantly improved the image quality of smartphones and their relatively small sensors and lenses. But are phones like the Google Pixel 7 Pro as good as mirrorless cameras like the Canon EOS R5?

At its release in 1999, the Nikon Coolpix 950 was highly sought-after. The combination of a refined swivel-design, a 2.1MP sensor and impressive performance made the camera a standout 23 years ago. Does the camera hold up today?

Boston, Massachusetts-based media company Above Summit created this 'Seasonlapse' showcasing year-round transitions from some of the most scenic locations in their hometown.

The Accsoon SeeMo is the first portable HDMI to iOS converter on the market. It allows you to use your iPhone or iPad as a video monitor, external recorder and streaming box. But does it work?

Mount Everest is the highest point on Earth. DJI, in partnership with 8KRAW FILMS, launched its Mavic 3 drone from the summit and captured some incredible aerial views.

Sony has just released the ZV-1F, its most affordable vlogging camera. Chris and Jordan have been shooting with it vlogging style and tell you what you need to know.

Sony's new APS-C cinema camera is affordable and powerful. Let Jordan fill you in on if this is the right camera for you.

The Hasselblad X2D 100C has arrived in Canada! With Chris sick, it's up to Jordan and special guest Ryan HK to fill you in on this fascinating mirrorless medium format camera.

An FPV drone video gives viewers behind-the-scenes access through Chicago's iconic Wrigley Field.

We're starting to see cameras offering 'open gate' video recording, so what is this tool and when is it useful?

While visiting the team in Seattle, Chris and Jordan attempt to eat some chowder. It's difficult. Also, this week they are puppets.

The Canon 5D Mark II was released in November 2008. Since then, a photographer used theirs to capture nearly 2.3 million images, which is an average of about 450 photos per day if they shot every single day. The camera is still going strong for its new owner.

The Tamron 50-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD boasts an impressive zoom range in a relatively compact package. How does it perform? We took a look.

A pilot known as Blastr has created a first-of-its-kind video with a rig he built himself. Watch as an FPV drone flies into the water and reemerge.

Following the announcement of Apple's new iPhones there has been a lot of confusion and misinformation online. Chris and Jordan take a detailed look at the photo and video upgrades to let you know what to expect.

The GoPro HERO 11 Black brings a new, almost square sensor to the action camera game. Chris and Jordan get righteous, go totally tubular, and pull some sick moves on land and sea to find out if this GoPro is really a game changer.

Chris just went on a fishing adventure in the Northwest Territories of Northern Canada. What gear did he choose to bring?

The not-so-secret Fujifilm X-H2 has finally arrived, built around a 40MP APS-C sensor. We've been testing a pre-production unit for a few weeks and share our first impressions of this highly anticipated camera.

The final lens in Panasonic's full frame F1.8 prime series has arrived. Is it a good choice for photographers as well as videographers?

If you're a video shooter, the Panasonic GH6 and Fujifilm X-H2S are both very compelling cameras at a similar price. Jordan Drake runs down several categories to help determine which might be the best camera for you.

Sure, the name is a mouthful but the latest camera from Blackmagic has some impressive features. Find out how Jordan thinks it compares to the latest mirrorless hybrid cameras.

You know all those beautiful manual focus M-Mount lenses? Wouldn't it be cool if they made autofocus versions? What if Techart released an updated version of its M to E-Mount AF adapter, and Chris Niccolls tested it? Anything is possible.

It's finally here! Chris and Jordan have been shooting with a production Fujifilm X-H2S for several weeks and their final review is here. Did Jordan just call this 'One of the best hybrid cameras ever made?' Watch to find out more.

Laowa just released a series of extremely compact anamorphic lenses, including a 35mm T2.4 and 50mm T2.4. These pint-sized optics make anamorphic capture very accessible, but how do they perform? We have answers.

Drill Sergeant Chris Niccolls is back, this time in all-new Technicolor, to teach you cadets the basics of photography. This time around he's here to help with the ins and outs of white balance and perspective.

A production copy of the Canon EOS R10, the company's newest entry-level APS-C mirrorless camera, has arrived in Canada. Chris tells you what you need to know, including how the R10 stacks up to the competition.

Photographer Mathieu Stern loves the strange and unusual. He also enjoys DIY projects. He combined these passions by turning a disposable camera lens into a cheap lens for his mirrorless camera.

CineD's new video tour and interview with Sigma's CEO Kazuto Yamaki offers fascinating insight into the building's design and Sigma's philosophy toward creating better imaging products. Yamaki-san also talks about Sigma's new F1.4 prime lenses, Sigma's Foveon sensor and the ongoing chip shortage.

The Sigma 20mm F1.4 DG DN Art has solid build quality, some useful functions and weighs less than you'd expect. Does it take pretty pictures though? We have the answers.

Sigma's been on a roll with their mirrorless Art series lenses. Does the new 24mm F1.4 DG DN continue the streak?