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Nikon Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena Announced

September 26, 2023 By Spencer Cox 24 Comments

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Nikon just announced the newest lens for the Z system – and their first lens ever with a “Plena” designation. The Nikon Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena is full of high-end features and will be available next month for $2500. It also has one of the most intense optical construction diagrams I’ve ever seen.

Milky Way Photography with Micro Four Thirds

September 25, 2023 By Nicholas Hess 12 Comments

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Is Milky Way photography possible with a Micro Four Thirds camera? I can confidently say yes - it is absolutely doable with a Micro Four Thirds camera. Is it ideal, or is it better than other formats? No, I definitely wouldn't say so. However, it is absolutely worth shooting the...

Photography News: Nikon “Plena” Teaser, Canon Sales

September 24, 2023 By Libor Vaicenbacher 1 Comment

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I’m really looking forward to this. Later today, I’ll be heading out into the field with a friend from Nikon. And we won’t be alone. We will be accompanied by the entire line of Nikon Z telephoto lenses! Have you ever wanted to see how the same scene would look with all of these lenses?

Leica M Monochrom (Type 246) Mini Review

September 23, 2023 By Libor Vaicenbacher 17 Comments

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One camera brand that has successfully fostered an aura of uniqueness, exclusivity, and luxury is the Leica. This German brand was there at the very beginning of 35mm cameras around a hundred years ago, and it still produces them today. Leica certainly doesn't follow modern design trends; its strength lies...

Nikon’s Photo Contest Winners Show Connection in a Fragmented World

September 23, 2023 By Spencer Cox 2 Comments

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Alongside our photography tutorials, reviews, and personal essays, something we try to do at Photography Life is bring you inspiration from different corners of the photography world. One such story that caught my eye yesterday was the list of winners from Nikon’s yearly photography contest.

Best Panorama Stitching Software for Photography

September 21, 2023 By Alex Coleman 26 Comments

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Creating panoramic photos can be a great way to increase detail, capture a wider angle, or employ a unique composition as a photographer. However, much of the work behind good panoramas happens in post-processing when you stitch the images together. What software is the best for creating panorama photos? This...

11 Things to Know About the Nikon Zf

September 19, 2023 By Spencer Cox 60 Comments

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Nikon’s big announcement of the retro-themed Zf will draw a lot of attention, and not just because the camera is so beautifully designed. In fact, some of the Zf’s new features are totally unexpected and exciting – and many aren’t obvious at first glance. Here’s what you need to know!

Nikon Zf Announcement: A Camera of Firsts for Nikon

September 19, 2023 By Spencer Cox 12 Comments

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Moments ago, Nikon announced the full-frame, retro-themed Nikon Zf mirrorless camera. And although it inherits some tech from Nikon’s existing cameras like the Z6 II, the Nikon Zf actually has a lot of surprises under the hood. With a launch price of $2000, this camera looks extremely promising to me.

Nikon Z6 II vs Nikon Zf: What Should You Get?

September 19, 2023 By Jason Polak 18 Comments

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The Nikon Z6 II and Nikon Zf have very different physical designs, but a lot of their headline specifications are shared: 24.5 megapixel sensors, 14 FPS RAW bursts, 4K 60p video, and more. What exciting new features does the Nikon Zf bring to the table, considering that it's three years...

Nikon Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR Field Review

September 18, 2023 By Libor Vaicenbacher 47 Comments

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It's been five long years since Nikon debuted the Z system, and now the Nikon Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR is finally here. Over the years, Nikon has steadily added to their supertelephoto lineup, with excellent lenses like the Nikon Z 400mm f/4.5 and f/2.8, 600mm f/4, 800mm f/6.3, and 100-400mm...

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