With the launch of full-frame mirrorless systems from two of the industry's biggest players, it's safe to say that this was an especially busy year for the camera world. It's not an easy job picking out the strongest products and innovations in such a year, but we endeavored to do just that for our yearly DPReview Awards. This year, Chris and Jordan joined us to help celebrate what we think is the best gear of the past 365 days.
Sony 24 f1.4 FE... have you tested this lens seriously? I have two, two, each of them with problems in the rights side (used on a Sony A7RIII) and huge problems of centering, 1650 euros, unacceptable, simply unacceptable, I can send my raws at request, no problems. I think you gave this award too fast. You haven't even tried this lens men.
We have chosen the RX100 VI because as reviewers we do not have to buy it out of our own pockets so all the producer has to do is pile on the specs at any price and we will just love it.
I understand with Chris and Jordan around they want to experiment with how the other staff could be used in the videos too. I think even though I do not agree with quite a few things the others (mostly) say about some cams, they deserve some lime light too. But my tip is to try to practise a lot more so things feel more natural with a natural flow. Now it is a bit uncomforable to watch to me personally.
I, for one, need Chris and Jordan's drunk game video. They were doing that when I started photography two years ago. It won't be Christmas without them being drunk and talking about best and worst.
I don't mean to be disrespectful but please just let Chirs and Jordan make the videos, that's why you hired them and imo it's the best decision DPR ever made. It's why I came back here.
Include Jordan more often please, video is a big part of why this gear sells and many like to hear his opinions on the video side of things, I don't mind his stills photography opinions either, I'm essentially a video guy who shoots stills from time to time, I'm assuming that's how Jordan lives also.
Have you put the seat back on that office chair meanwhile? Can't wait to see the best and worst video now where we'll see the rest of that chair as one of the two options for tripod (fivepod? 2D drone?) of the year.
I do wish that DPR would allow Chris/Jordan to also mention the WORST products in each category as well. This was a big part of the attraction of TCSTV year-end special event.
Those were good when they were at TCS, but it's time to move on.
I do however wish that DPR would allow them to also mention the WORST products in each category as well. This was a big part of the attraction of TCSTV year-end special event.
@fly18.... depends on the wardrobe that accompanies said beard. Lol. Don’t take me seriously. I’m just joking around. Should have added a “😜” after my initial comment.
As indicated elsewhere here, in the comment section over on YouTube for this accompanying video, and on their social media accounts, the best and worst episode is coming.
Having had loved ones killed by a drunk driver allow me to say drinking games are not for everyone. Driving or walking I can't stand any drunks. To me the boys are getting too old for such foolishness.
I sympathize with what you experienced, but to mock them or make judgement calls is a little unfair. They shouldn't need to rethink what they do based on your experiences. If they are having fun, people look forward to it, and they don't decide to drive a vehicle immediately after, I don't see the harm.
I never saw where they said they would be getting drunk to review products but I did see some would enjoy that.
Please show me where I "mock"ed them.
It does matter because it matters to me. I will never enjoy anything any drunk does. I do like when a drunk chokes on his own vomit and dies without harming an innocent person. I do like single car accidents where drunks kill only themselves.
To those who like drunks that is your right. I also have the right not to like drunks.
@mcshan - dangerous place dude. Not seeing humor in "drunk reviews" is one thing but liking when drunks kill themselves is evidence you need counseling.
@mcshan - I get it - truly I do. Lost a sister to it. Lost a son to it. But you need to see someone and soon. You're reaction is way overboard. (I'm assuming you're being truthful, punking someone on this would be most despicable.)
If it's really about the camera, i.e. image quality and photographic features etc and not about politics, trade war, or international espionage (which is possible in any country's products), then I believe the best smartphone should be a Huawei. I'm of course assuming that DPRview is all about the camera.
Although I got the EOS R for the glass, it's awesome to see cameras like the A7III & XT-3 CRUSHING the market. This type of competition pushes the two giants into releasing features that were planned for later models, especially things that are easily doable like 4K, Log profiles, EVFs, focus aids, IBIS and small flange glass designs, etc.
I've said it before and I'll repeat. There is little value in comparing cameras etc based on the year they were launched.
I am sure I'm not alone when I say that I don't chose a camera based on the fact it came out this year but what is currently available whether it was launched this year, yesterday, 2 years ago or whenever.
So why not have a poll based on currently available kit not some arbitrary chronology. It would be much more valuable, and potentially cause less contention.
What's wrong with that? Ever seen a film older than a year and thoroughly enjoyed it; glad that you found it or heard about it? If so you should see my point.
Very convenient for people who don't read. A waste of time if you've been reading dpr's best of articles..except that one does get the opportunity to put faces to some of the names.
No surprise folks are tired! Probably a bit weary from the pace of activities in 2018, ratcheted up a notch as the year ends.
Wanted to note being a tad harsh with my earlier comment about the video..was a good effort to inject some humor. Also, Chris made it clear he'd make a great food server (waiter). Cheers.
Nice segment and I agree with the awards with the exception of XT-3 for consumer stills/video. I would have also given that award to the A7III. XT-3 is great in that regard but not as good as A7III imo.
The Sony got plenty of shout outs. And awards. I think they were fair to put the Fuji in the same ballpark, because It's still cheaper, and its 4K video really is all that. And hey, it even has two card slots :-)
Might want to hold off on the worst until after the holdiays. There may be people who will buy and enjoy the "worst" without knowing it's the worst. I know someone who loves lens baby and thinks it's fairly priced for what you get, so to each his own.
Who cares that much? In the modern age owning the 'worst' camera still means you have better gear than the majority of past pros who produced some iconic shots
I agree even if Sony does come out with a nice APS-C body which I am sure they'll do eventually their APS-C lens line up kinda sucks in many places. Though sigma jumping in with the f1.4 primes (16-30-56) has kinda helped the line up nicely.
I am surprised they didn't. Unless there is some technical reason? For one I believe sigma can get hold of the m43 and e-mount protocols. Fuji's mount isn't as open.
Also I wonder if Sony APS-C e-mount still outsells Fuji? sales figure is mainly what sigma is concerned about from what I can tell looking at their support for DSLR lenses for a-mount and k-mount.
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