Olympus teased the world with a short video of its much anticipated OM-D E-M1X camera, a radicalized fresh version of its flagship model. This camera is expected to escalate the mirrorless camera wars. As expected this year, the industry will be all fireworks as promised by Stefan Kaufmann, Olympus CEO (in charge of Africa, the
Canon Incorporated reported to ignore the (electro-focus) EF lenses for a year and focus on the full-frame mirrorless. The internal roadmap of the lens for the forthcoming RF lenses is soon to be announced. RF Lens Plans Unlike Nikon that has the Z series lenses; Canon has not released any official roadmap for RF lens.
Last year saw some exciting camera and lens releases which, more than anything, gave an indication of the way camera technology will progress in the coming years. Mirrorless designs definitely made their stamp, along with dedicated lenses to fit this new format. This year, we’re likely to see more advancements in this area along with
The Canon EOS 5DS R is a full-frame, high-resolution camera added to the 5D lineup alongside the 5DS both with a huge 50MP. The main difference between the 5DS R and the 5DS is that the 5DS R has a self-canceling filter and the ‘S’ an optical low-pass filter. The Canon EOS 5DS R and S
The Sigma 50mm f/1.4 EX DG HSM is a high quality, standard focal length lens which gives you an alternative to your own brand 50mm primes, with some added new features. These added features include an aspheric element for correcting chromatic aberrations, a rounded diaphragm for more pleasing bokeh, a large lens barrel to cut
Nikon earlier announced that it is in the process of developing a super fast lens, the NIKKOR Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct. The camera giant now lists the NIKKOR Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct on the product page on its website as “coming soon.” Nikon also says that the upcoming lens is going to be the fastest NIKKOR lens ever. The lens is currently
Fujifilm’s X-series has grown very fast since it arrived in early 2011 with the introduction of Fujifilm X100 and its fixed 23mm f/2 Fujinon lens. The ‘game changer’ Fujifilm X-Pro 1 was presented in 2012. It was the first interchangeable X-series model with its own XF-mount system of lenses, aimed at photographers, professional and enthusiast, who desired
The Sony a7 cameras have now been on the market for almost five years and the evolution of these full-frame mirrorless cameras is impressive. The new Sony a7 III is another reflection of Sony’s great momentum on the camera market. Key Features 24 MP full-frame BSI CMOS sensor 10 fps continuous shooting AF joystick Touchscreen
DJI’s Mavic Series drones are small (due to their foldable designs) but powerful. Two new flagships have been recently added to the Mavic fleet that sit above the Mavic Air – the Mavic 2 Pro equipped with the Hasselblad camera, and now the Mavic 2 Zoom. A few hundred pounds less expensive than the Pro, the
Information reaching Canon Rumors from a pretty reliable source is that the next batch of Canon’s EOS R may come with 5-axis In-Body Image Stabilization (IBIS). Canon officially claimed its spot in the full-frame mirrorless camera space with the release of its latest EOS R series back in September. However, the release was harshly criticized
Buying a gift for the photographer in your life can be a harrowing task and if you’re not prepared, very costly. Ask them directly what they want and you will probably get a response like, “a new 400mm lens, please with IS” or “don’t spend much on me, but I would like a new medium
When it comes to third-party lenses which boasts the best in quality, ZEISS is usually a name that tops the list. One such lens is the ZEISS Otus 55mm f/1.4 which had quite a bit of hype on its initial release and understandably. ZEISS has the reputation for top quality, but this is an expensive
With the advent of Sony’s mirrorless cameras, the company now offers one of the most advanced autofocusing systems on the market, with lots of different AF options depending on your subject and scenario. Multitudes of options alone won’t cut it these days, as a focusing system must be fast and accurate, and ideally be able
The Canon EOS-1D X has had numerous firmware updates since its initial release has been superseded, but is still an absolute solid performer. With a top-flight model you’d expect everything thrown into the tin and this is exactly what you get with the 1D X. Traditional Canon users can think of this as an upgrade
Canon unveiled its EOS 650 to the world in 1987, which was the first 35mm auto-focus SLR and the start of the EOS system. With its fully-electronic lens mount, reliance on the electronic button and dial operation, in-lens aperture and focus motors, Canon’s EOS system initiated a blueprint that all successive camera systems have followed.
How wide do you want? The Sigma 10-20mm f/3.5 EX DC HSM ultra wide-angle zoom is very wide, very fast, and very good. Designed for APS-C format cameras, it has the field of view equivalence that a 15-30mm lens would in full-frame. Many wider zooms for the cropped format are relatively slow lenses, this zoom has
The Tamron SP 15-30mm f/2.8 Di VC USD is a very unique lens, firstly for having image-stabilized in a wide-angle zoom, f/2.8 wide-open, and specifically for full-frame camera bodies. This is a top of the range wide-angle zoom, which is set up to go against the likes of the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 14-24mm f/2.8G ED,
A classic may be a strong statement for the Canon EOS 7D Mark II, but just like the 5D, the original 7D had pro-level features, with the 7D all wrapped around an APS-C sensor. However, time and technology move on and those who loved the all-around abilities of the 7D needed an upgrade to build
Sigma has established themselves as not just a second choice lens, but a provider of different lens types to fit all occasions. The three main categories of Sigma lenses include ‘Contemporary’ for standard zooms, ‘Sports’ for telephoto lenses, and ‘Art’ for the top end of optics covering fast prime lenses, macros, and wide angles. The
The Fujifilm X-H1 mirrorless camera is a chunkier and more fully fledged shift up from the X-T2 with the same 24MP sensor, but with more enhanced video capabilities. There’s also in-body image stabilization, sloped viewfinder, and topside LCD screen, along with a healthily sized grip and larger buttons. Clearly building on the success of the
The Sony a7 II is an image-stabilized full-frame mirrorless camera that was released at the end of 2014. It was the direct successor to the Sony a7 and uses the same full-frame 24-megapixel sensor as its older sibling. As the first full-frame camera to offer five-axis image stabilization, it was a groundbreaking camera when it
The Canon EOS Rebel T5i (or 700D) came to market as an update from the older Canon EOS Rebel T4i (650D). These DSLRs, though entry level cameras, offer a wide range of capabilities to help improve your photography skills. As this review shows, the Canon T5i stands as the perfect transition from compact cameras to
The Sony a7R III was the latest addition to the popular Sony a7 series of mirrorless cameras. They a7R III is often compared to the Nikon D850 as they both combine high resolution with high speed and fast autofocus capabilities. These cameras reach a level as no camera has done before. Key Features 42MP BSI
The 1D series of cameras are Canon’s flagship imaging tools, built for the professional who needs an industrial grade camera which will perform in all circumstances on a daily basis. The Canon EOS-1D X Mark II has many similarities of previous models with some choice upgrades. An improved 20.2MP full-frame CMOS sensor, Dual Pixel autofocus
There are so many puns I could use when a camera has the word ‘Rebel’ in its name, but I will stick to just the latest version hailing from a long line of Rebels. Things have come a long way since those early rebellious times, sorry… the Canon EOS Rebel T6i (referred to as the
The Pentax K-1 Mark II is the latest iteration of this camera boasting new features and upgrades, but not necessarily a complete change from the original model. The camera definitely has some improvements, like the AF Tracking algorithm, with the camera having a great range of features for most situations. But the big question is
Most photographers go a bit weak at the knees when it comes to Hasselblad cameras. Medium format sensors and top quality is the name of their game, but outside of the studio, they are not always the most complete, well-rounded cameras. The Hasselblad X1D-50c marks a more compact design, still compatible with Hasselblad HC and
If Canon is good at one thing, it’s gradually turning out products that do just what they’re intended to, which is to capture great photos and videos. After all, they are one of the best manufacturers of compatible and changeable lens cameras. The Canon EOS 5D series is possibly one of the most identifiable cameras
The Canon EOS 6D, on the market since 2012, is a price conscious DSLR. Beginning photographers and those looking to upgrade their cameras can depend upon this model because of the less aggressive price tag and its multitude of features. The features that make the 6D stand out include unprecedented low-light focusing, a quiet shutter
Luminar 2018, which is the latest edition of photo editing software from Skylum, is arguably one of the most advanced photo editing solutions available in the market. The product offers a great competition to Adobe Lightroom, which is available to users through a monthly subscription fee. One of the most significant aspects of Luminar 2018
