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Gear of the Year 2021: Barney’s choice – Nikon Z9
I feel like the luckiest boy in the world right now, sitting at my desk to write an article I’ve been looking forward to for weeks about a camera I’d been looking forward to for years. Luckier still because I actually have the camera. There’s a shiny new Nikon Z9 sitting next to me right now, with a Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S attached, just begging me to go out and shoot with it. But I can’t, because I have to write this article. Also because it’s dumping with icy rain outside, and I’m all warm, and besides,...
read moreHow to Photograph a Wedding Without a Problem
Photographing a wedding can feel overwhelming. There are must-capture moments with no option for a re-do. There are clients who may be extremely stressed, other vendors who are trying to do their jobs, and drunk guests at the reception. Welcome to the crazy world of wedding photography! Below are my tips for how to photograph a wedding without a problem. Before we begin, a quick note. You’ll notice that most of the items on this list are actually things to do before the wedding. This is intentional, as the right preparation will put you in...
read moreHappy holidays from DPReview! Here are a few of our favorite articles of 2021
2021, eh? What a year. All of the horror and inconvenience of 2020, without the novelty factor. There was good news out there though, hidden in the cracks between the headlines. This was the year for many of us that we got to see distant friends and family again, and despite all the disruption it’s been a busy 12 months for the camera market, with some big announcements, and some major technological developments taking place across the industry. The past year seems to have flown by (even if parts of it felt like an endless slog) but...
read moreLensrentals shares the most-rented cameras and lenses in 2021
Lensrentals has published its roundup of the most popular rented gear for 2021, showcasing what camera equipment was the most rented throughout 2021. As we’ve seen over the past few years, both Canon and Sony top the charts across nearly every category. Looking first at the most rented new products of 2021, Canon took the top position with the EOS C70 Cinema Camera (RF mount). Cinema cameras occupy multiple spots on the list, including the Sony FX3 in second and the Sony FX6 in fourth. The Nikon Z7 II, although announced in 2020, is...
read moreSony ceases orders for a7C and a6600, confirms a7 II and a6100 have reached end-of-life
Sony Japan has announced it’s halting production of two more cameras due to the ongoing chip shortage. Sony Japan also confirmed it is no longer producing another pair of cameras as an end-of-li In a statement posted to Sony Japan’s website, Sony says it is no longer fulfilling orders for its a7C full-frame mirrorless camera and its a6600 APS-C mirrorless camera, as ‘there is a delay in procurement of parts for digital imaging products due to the global shortage of semiconductors.’ Sony even suggests current orders could go unfulfilled,...
read moreGear Of The Year 2021: Jordan’s Choice – Apple M1 iMac
This thin yellow rectangle makes me very happy! 2021 may have been another terrible year, but you wouldn’t know it from looking at the photography and video gear released in the last twelve months. We saw a trio of flagship mirrorless cameras, a 12K cinema camera, a full frame camera built onto a gimbal, and an endless parade of wonderful lenses. However, like many creators, I spend a lot more time in front of a computer than out in the field shooting. And since the launch of the M1 iMac, that part of my job has become immeasurably more...
read moreHands-on and sample footage from the Sirui 24mm F2.8 1.33x anamorphic lens
This image was captured by the Sirui 24mm anamorphic lens in 17:9 and de-squeezed 1.33x to produce a 2.35:1 aspect ratio. Traditionally, dedicated anamorphic lenses for interchangeable lens cameras have been expensive, but Sirui has made a mission of creating much more affordable options. Though the company now has a full frame 50mm anamorphic lens, the majority of its output so far has been aimed at APS-C and Micro Four Thirds system users. The 24mm F2.8 is the third in its line of low-cost crop-sensor 1.33x anamorphic lenses. This new 24mm...
read moreNew optical fabrication method uses liquid polymer for faster & cheaper custom lenses
Researchers at the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology have developed a ‘faster, cheaper method to produce customized optical components’ for applications including ‘corrective lenses, augmented and virtual reality, autonomous vehicles, medical imaging and astronomy.’ As DIY Photography observes, it’s not unreasonable to think that the new lens making method could be used for photographic lenses, at least during development and prototyping. Optical lenses come in many different shapes and sizes. The more...
read moreNikon Z 24-120mm F4 S sample gallery
Nikon’s new Z 24-120mm F4 S is a standard zoom lens for the full-frame mirrorless Z mount, intended to offer a more versatile and cheaper alternative to the high-end Z 24-70mm F2.8 S. Providing decent medium telephoto reach, good close focusing capabilities and a lighter, more portable form factor, the Z 24-120mm F4 S should make an ideal carry-everywhere zoom for Z6 and Z7-series shooters. We’ve been shooting with a production sample of the Z 24-120mm F4 S for a few days on both the Nikon Z7 and the new Z9. We’ll be adding...
read moreGear of the Year: Gannon’s choice – Kolari EF-RF Drop-In Filter Mount Adapter
For someone who writes about the latest and greatest camera gear, you might be surprised to find out how little new equipment I use in my photo work. Rather than using the latest RF mount lenses for my Canon EOS R, I have mostly stuck with older, adapted lenses from various film cameras I’ve acquired over the years. It’s for that reason my favorite piece of gear for the year is Kolari’s EF-RF mount adapter with a built-in variable ND filter. My usual kit for photojournalism or motorsports work consists of my Canon EOS R with a Nikon...
read moreIrix announces new line of ultra-thin 2-5 stop variable ND filters, starting at $130
[embedded content] Optics manufacturer Irix has announced the release of its new Irix Edge variable neutral density (VND) filters, which block between two to five stops of light and are some of the thinnest VND filters on the market. The Irix Edge Vari-ND 2–5 filters are constructed of coated aluminum, use high-quality glass with 24 coatings and measure only 4.7mm thin for the Magnetic Mount System (MMS) version (6.2mm for the screw-in version). These new filters block between two to five stops of light with the twist of the front filter and...
read moreTechart’s new TZG-01 adapter lets you mount Contax G-mount lenses to Nikon Z-mount cameras
Techart has announced its new TZG-01 adapter, the first-ever Contax G-mount to Nikon Z-mount autofocus lens adapter. Now, Nikon Z owners can pick up the highly-regarded Contax G-mount lenses designed for Contax’s G1 and G2 rangefinders in the mid-90s. This new TZG-01 adapter is based around the same design Techart used for its TA-GA3 Contax G-mount to Sony E-mount autofocus adapter it released back in 2014. Techart says the TZG-01 adapter is constructed of aluminum and copper alloy and features a new 32-bit ARM CPU for transmitting autofocus...
read moreDPReview TV’s top 10 moments of 2021
As 2021 comes to an end, Chris Niccolls and Jordan Drake from DPReview TV look back at some of their most memorable moments of the year. Our dynamic duo found time to shoot portraits with classic lenses, shoot stars with an astrophotographer, recreate old black and white movie reels, and even introduced us to a new co-host, Jordan’s evil twin brother Gordon. Take a trip down memory lane to remember some of their favorite episodes from 2021 and what made them special. Receiving the GFX100S and Sony a1 while Chris was quarantined...
read moreHands-on with new Nikon FTZ II adapter
Alongside the Z9, and a bunch of other things, Nikon announced a new version of the FTZ adapter, named – appropriately enough – the FTZ II. The new adapter offers no additional functionality compared to the original, and if you’re planning on rocking a Z5, Z6 or Z7-series camera for a while, there’s probably no reason to upgrade. But if you’ve got your eye on a Z9, the FTZ II is the adapter you’ll want to grab. Click through for more...
read moreNikon confirms the first Z9 orders will start shipping on December 23
Nikon has confirmed the first orders for its Z9 mirrorless cameras will start being fulfilled on December 23, 2021, meaning some lucky Nikon users could have their cameras in hand before the end of the year. In an email sent to Nikon Professional Services (NPS) members, Nikon says the first batch of Z9 cameras are arriving at retailers from its factories and are expected to ship out soon to NPS members who have requested priority delivery. Specifically, Nikon says orders placed through authorized Nikon dealers before December 19 with priority...
read moreVideo: How to make a DIY telephoto pinhole camera with a Pringles can
Photography company Fotodiox makes a wide range of photography products and accessories, including lens adapters, lighting equipment, filter systems and more. The company also has a lively YouTube channel featuring product videos, tips and tricks and fun DIY projects. One such DIY project includes making a telephoto pinhole lens using a Pringles can. Before diving into the newest pinhole lens video, Sean from Fotodiox previously made a pinhole lens DIY video. In that video, he turned a regular camera body cap into a wide-angle pinhole lens by...
read moreNikon Z9 Wildlife Impressions: Libor Vaicenbacher
Just as children look forward to Christmas, many wildlife photographers in 2021 have also been focused on the end of the year. What’s causing all the buzz? It’s exactly the same as it is for the children: Wildlife photographers are looking forward to getting new toys. Sony already had a gift for their users in the form of the A1 camera, which was announced back in January of 2021. Fans of Canon and Nikon have had to wait a bit longer but are now taking their first pre-orders for the Canon EOS R3 and Nikon Z9 cameras. Most copies of the Nikon...
read moreSlideshow: Winners and finalists of the 5th annual Chromatic Photography Awards
Yesterday, the winners and finalists for the 5th annual Chromatic Photography Awards competition were announced. Photographers from all over the world submitted images as either professionals or amateurs to 20 categories including Architecture, Culture, Nature, People, Sport, and Travel. The Chromatic Photographer of the Year title and a $2,000 cash prize was awarded to Felicia Simion for her image of women wearing traditional kerchiefs during an Orthodox Epiphany Day liturgy. An underwater image of an ice diver in the Arctic Circle netted...
read moreLG’s new 4K UltraFine OLED Pro monitor lineup features built-in calibration tool
Correction (Monday, December 20, 2021): It appears as though LG relatively quietly introduced a 27” model of its UltraFine OLED Pro monitor earlier this year, but as of now it’s still only available to pre-order at this time, so it hasn’t actually made it to market. The original headline and parts of this article stated the 27″ model was new. We have updated both to correct this information. LG has announced the details of its next-generation UltraFine OLED Pro monitors, revealing the 2022 models will include built-in colorimeters for...
read moreGear of the Year: Dale’s choice – Sony 14mm F1.8 GM
Every December, when the time comes to choose my gear of the year, I usually pick a product I’ve used extensively over the past few months. Which makes sense – if there’s a product I enjoy using, chances are I’ll pick it up a lot and get to know it well. 2021 is a bit different. This year, I knew what my gear of the year was going to be after just one trip with it: the Sony 14mm F1.8 GM. I instantly connected with this lens, and it hardly came off my camera. It’s worth noting that this isn’t the first...
read moreHave your say: Best gear of 2021 – winners and final vote!
For the past few weeks, our readers have been voting on their favorite photographic gear released in the past year in a wide range of categories. Now that the first round of voting is over, it’s time to reveal the winners. Remember though, it isn’t over just yet! It’s time now to pick an overall winner. Don’t miss your chance to cast your ballot – this one’s for all the sweeties. Have your say Voting is easy – you pick your favorite products by dragging and dropping. You can pick as many products as you...
read moreTreat yourself 2021: The ultimate photographers’ gift guide
It should go without saying that wherever you are, 2021 came with a unique set of challenges, but there were also plenty of bright spots. Society started to bubble back to life, activities like travel and gathering with friends became a little more feasible, and camera and lens camera manufacturers had plenty of exciting products hitting the market. The holiday season is the season of giving, but for most of us, if we want something really nice, that means saving up our own money. With that in mind, here’s a breakdown of some of the...
read moreReply to Did you shoot film in the old days, when did digital become better film
IMO it really depends what you’re doing. I think that even today large format can match digital for highly technical and slow photography due to the freedom of movements and the size of the negative but for fast paced or time sensitive photography digital was better very quickly.put any dslr up against a 4×5 camera or larger format camera and I think you’d be hard pressed to tell the difference in final image quality in a blind test.If you’re comparing only to 35mm then any camera over about 8-10mpix is probably better...
read moreWhich Tamron Lenses Should Nikon Z Prioritize?
The recent, unexpected announcement of the Nikon Z 28-75mm f/2.8 – with identical optics as the Tamron G1 28-75mm f/2.8 – makes me wonder what’s next. Will Nikon and Tamron work together on any more Z-series lenses? If so, these are the lenses they should prioritize. Before going through the list, I should emphasize that we don’t yet know what agreement Nikon and Tamron have behind the scenes. The 28-75mm f/2.8 may simply be a one-time trial balloon floated to see how much interest there is in budget Z-series lenses. Or, it could represent a...
read moreDid you shoot film in the old days, when did digital become better film
Photos Members Group Since Did you shoot film in the old days, when did digital become better film GingerBeard118 says: What DSLR do you feel was the first to rival film for image quality 12:12PM, 18 December 2021 PST (permalink) Jim Frazier says: I don’t know when it happened, but I’d say that my z7 is better than film. 11 hours ago (permalink) Zeroneg1 says: The closest to film for me was the old CCD sensor since CMOS looks very much digital. So this means the old D50/D70/s. Originally posted 8 hours ago. (permalink) Zeroneg1...
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Started out doing photography at the age of 6 using an uncle's old 1940 kodak brownie box camera. At 15 years of age, I decided to buy my very own 1975 Praktica SLR camera. I now shoot with a Nikon D850. I do unpaid TFP and commercial paid work.