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Wide-angle lenses have a lot more to contend with in life than their more standard viewpoints siblings. These types of lenses are specialists in nature and have to counter more edge distortion as standard. The Venus Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D is aimed at the typical landscape or architectural photographer who wants something a little different
The Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.8 S is a powerful prime lens with an excellent maximum aperture of f/1.8. This makes it ideal for low-light photography and creating fantastic bokeh effects whilst experimenting with depth of field. It also has an exceptional build quality and is one of the best prime lenses available for the
It’s fine and dandy to cart around a bag full of prime lenses all day long to cover every conceivable need. But if you only want or need one zoom lens to cover everything from the wide-angle to super-telephoto, then the likes of the Sigma 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DC MACRO OS HSM Contemporary lens can fit
The Nikon Z range of cameras is an advanced series of both full-frame and APS-C mirrorless cameras such as the Nikon Z5 and Nikon Z50. These cameras offer superior image quality and a fantastic range of features. To complement this developing range of cameras, Nikon has Z lenses like the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8
When it comes to high-quality studio lighting, one name usually pops to the top of the list on a regular basis. Profoto has been producing pro-level studio lights for some time, with the Profoto B10 aimed at those who want a more portable solution, while still providing all the functionality needed for every shooting scenario.
If you’re currently shopping around for a premium quality 35mm lens for the Sony platform, the ZEISS Loxia 35mm f/2 is one candidate that is usually recommended. The Loxia 35mm f/2 features the usual ZEISS niceties and design assets, along with a few added extras above a usual manual lens in the form of Exif-data
If given the choice, most DSLR and mirrorless camera users would love to play with the medium format on a regular basis. The main hurdles to owning one of these things are the high price point, slower shooting speeds, bulk, and expensive accompanying gear. However, all the downsides go out of the window once you’ve
Samyang and Rokinon have been busy little bees, to steal a quote from a tyrannical Roman Emperor. Fortunately, they’re not working to bring down an empire, but to build cost-effective prime lenses. The Samyang 35mm f/1.4 AS UMC is aimed at users who are happy with manual focusing and need a fast lens, while also
When it comes to the sheer quality of output, ZEISS glass is usually the top of any photographer’s list. Anybody who has been playing around with lenses for a good deal of time either owns some form of ZEISS optics or wouldn’t mind getting their hands on one. This is easier said than done for
Tablets have become widely popular as alternatives to large laptops. They can handle complex tasks and are convenient to carry around. An example of a budget-friendly and high-quality tablet is the Amazon Fire HD 10. Not only is it popular as a tablet, but is also quite famous for the Amazon Fire line. It has
When we think of Leica optics, it’s usually to do with high-quality prime lenses. Not necessarily zoom lenses, which is why taking the Leica APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 90-280mm f/2.8-4 for a test run will be very interesting to see how it measures up against the prime lens camp. As this zoom lens covers the 90-280mm focal range,
Sony has a decent range of compact point-and-shoot cameras, particularly the DSC, or Cyber-shot, range. You can find a myriad of different DSC models, all of which feature solid image quality, a portable design, and a good set of features for beginners. The Sony DSC-WX350 is one such model. This is one of the smallest
Even the best drones that are currently available like to fly in as ideal weather conditions as possible. They also can’t exactly be used as handheld imaging devices, unless you want to look like you’re constantly about to launch the thing or poke someone’s eye out. However, the PowerVision PowerEgg X aims to be one
If you want a powerful camera with DSLR-like features, the Nikon COOLPIX range has a lot to offer you. If you want to go all out, spring for the COOLPIX P950. For a basic point-and-shoot camera for video recording, the COOLPIX A1000 is a good option. Finally, if you want a simple but durable waterproof
The Canon EF 35mm f/2 IS USM was released back in 2012. In general technology terms, this lens should be drawing its pension. But in the world of camera lenses, this Canon 35mm has just hit maturity and has a good idea of its own capabilities. The lens has also lost some of the limelight
The Nikon Z range of cameras are powerful mirrorless devices that compete with Canon EOS M and R ranges. These are high-quality cameras that have top specs, but also benefit from the excellent Nikon Z-mount lenses. The Nikon Z5, in particular, is a brilliant, entry-level mirrorless camera that offers superior image quality and a fantastic
For many, experience with a fisheye lens comes mainly from the peephole in a front door rather than a constantly-used piece of camera optics. This makes sense, as a fisheye lens gives a very bulbous view of the world, with distorted lines being a feature rather than the usual negative. However, a lens such as
For anyone looking for a versatile telephoto zoom lens, the 70-200mm is the most popular option. This focal range has plenty of applications for the likes of wildlife, sports, action, and event photography, while also containing highly competent optics. The Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS is a more affordable version of Sony’s f/2.8 GM,
The Asus Nexus 7 has to make room for the LG G Pad X 8.0 as the world’s most unappreciated tablet. LG released the popular tablet in 2016 and found great success by bundling it with major phone carriers. As a 4G LTE tablet, it was one of the few devices on the market that
The Canon PowerShot series of cameras has a few different sub-categories. One such category is the PowerShot ELPH models. These are budget point-and-shoot cameras that offer a great mix of portability, decent image quality, and ease of use. One of the best ELPH models available is the Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 HS. This is a
It never ceases to amaze me how cost-effective camera drones have become of late. If you’re just getting started in this arena, the cost of entry has never been better, with lots of fully-featured drones readily available. One such model is the Eachine E520S, which strives to bring all the functionality of more expensive units
Nikon has a great line of COOLPIX point-and-shoot cameras. It ranges from basic models like the COOLPIX W150 through to advanced models like the COOLPIX P950. The Nikon COOLPIX A1000 sits somewhere in the middle and offers excellent photo and video recording quality. If you want a quality point-and-shoot camera that allows you to record
The Microsoft Surface Go 2 is for consumers that want a bit more tablet out of their laptop performance. It’s more portable, more kid-friendly, and brings with it a longer battery life. Having the friendliest price tag from the Surface line helps, but is still not its main feature. Microsoft has the unfortunate burden of
If you need a screen size bigger than the average smartphone but don’t require an extra-large, singing and dancing tablet, there are affordable units on the market such as the Lenovo Smart Tab M8 that will do the job nicely. These types of devices aren’t designed to perform processor-intensive tasks, but they are very handy
Those out there who want a top-quality, standard view lens with a little extra width usually opt for a 35mm prime. This focal length has more width than a 50mm prime and is great for things like environmental portraits. There are quite a few options out there to choose from, but if you want a
Anyone venturing into studio lighting or cost-effective light modifiers for the first time can be easily bowled over with all the options available (and the cost). Once you start pricing up a decent set of strobes or Speedlites and softboxes, you can be easily put off, justifying why natural light is the only way to
The 35mm focal length provides a wonderful, standard view of the world. This focal length is ideal for capturing environmental portraits or when a bit more width than the standard 50mm prime lens is needed. As the 35mm focal length is one of the standards, there are plenty of examples on the market. But if
The Canon PowerShot range of cameras is diverse and features two main styles. Firstly, we have the traditional point-and-shoot cameras with compact designs like the PowerShot SX740 HS. Secondly, we have bridge cameras like the Canon PowerShot SX530 that feature a DSLR-like design, with point-and-shoot usability. The Canon PowerShot SX530 is a decent, basic camera.
Large, fully-featured drones are the usual suspects for the most fun in the sky, but especially when you’re a beginner, a cheap and cheerful drone can provide equal amounts of enjoyment. The Cheerson CX-10 fits this category perfectly, being small enough to fit in the palm of your hand (plus the controller) and provides a
The Canon PowerShot range of cameras features a multitude of different point-and-shoot designs. For beginners and general photography, there is the SX range, like the Canon PowerShot SX620 HS. For more advanced photography and utility, there are models like the Canon PowerShot G3 X. This point-and-shoot camera has greater features and quality, and also a
