Canon has just announced the RF 100-300mm f/2.8 L IS USM, which fills one of the last major gaps in the brand’s RF lens lineup. Instead of being a traditional 300mm f/2.8 prime lens, this zoom forms a sort of bridge between standard and super-telephoto lenses. Here’s what we know about the lens so far.
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Easter in Ecuadorian Quito
The celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ is very different in various parts of the world. In the Philippines, some religious people reenact the crucifixion, nails and all. On the Greek island of Corfu, they throw large clay pots and jugs of water out the windows. In this photo...
Photography News: Two Monochrome Cameras, Canon 100-300mm f/2.8 Rumor
The biggest news last week, at least for us at Photography Life, was the launch of our new forum. We've been missing this feature for a while, and it took some time to get it up and running. But now it's finally online and the discussions are in full swing....
Secrets Of Professional Photography: Igor Mikula Interview
When you say "wildlife photography," most people will surely think of a camouflaged photographer lurking in a shelter for hours with a fast telephoto lens. But none of that is actually necessary, as you'll see today in my interview with professional wildlife photographer Igor Mikula. He'll reveal some of his...
Photography News: Two Nikon Lens Rumors, Samyang’s f/2 Zoom
I have to admit that we have rather bizarre Easter traditions in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. Before Easter Monday, men and boys weave a kind of whip out of wicker. Then they go from house to house with it, and while reciting Easter rhymes, they hit the girls on...
Photographing Toucans with 400mm Lenses
If you show anyone pictures of birds from South America, there are two types that they are sure to know: toucans and parrots! Toucans are the subject of today’s article – I’ve photographed them for years during my travels, with a variety of camera equipment. Yet almost always with a 400mm lens.
A Rare Encounter with the Buffy Helmetcrest Hummingbird
When you think of hummingbirds, we usually think of small birds found in the warmer parts of the world. And it's true that the regions around the equator are home to the vast majority of the more than 360 species of hummingbird. But among these dwarfs of the bird kingdom, you'll...
Photography News: Sony ZV-E1, World Backup Day Deals
If you go out into the countryside right now, you may come across a leaping, squawking procession on its way to the nearest pond or lake. Many amphibians migrate from far and wide this time of year to find suitable places to lay their eggs and foster a new generation....
A Rare Encounter with the Cotton-Top Tamarin
The north of Colombia was once covered by a continuous tropical rainforest. However, due to human activity, its area has shrunk to less than 5% of its original size. Countless species of animals and plants have lost their habitat. Some disappeared forever before we could even record them. Others, like...
Photography News: Panasonic’s New Sensor, OM System OM-1 Sale
I overestimated the home field advantage yesterday. While shooting along the creek, my foot slipped and I splashed into the water with all my gear. The plan was to get a photo of a hunting kingfisher for today's Photography News. Instead, I made two observations that I would like to...