There's been a lot of Nikon news recently, most of all the introduction of the Z5 II. But its older cousin the Zf also just got a firmware update, and it looks very interesting for Zf users. The firmware version jumped from 1.21 to 2.00, and with it brought some...
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Sony FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G Review
The Sony FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G is a supertelephoto zoom with a great balance of characteristics. It’s long enough for distant wildlife photography, yet portable enough to carry with you. It’s not the brightest telephoto out there, but f/6.3 still allows for reasonable photos in low light.
Nikon Z5 II First Impressions
This Friday, I set my alarm for the early hours to catch the peak of bird activity. I’ll admit, I was also very curious to see how the newest member of the Nikon cameras family - the Z5 II - would perform in the field. I still need to test...
Where Every Nikon Z Camera and Lens Is Made (April 2025)
Have you ever wondered about the origin of your cameras and lenses? Nikon has changed their manufacturing process quite a bit over the years. Although they do continue to make some of their equipment in Japan, most is now made in Thailand and China. Here’s the situation today!
Nikon Z5 II Announced: The Features of a Zf for $1700
Nikon just announced their newest mirrorless camera – an update to the Nikon Z5 called the Z5 II! This new camera raises the bar of performance and effectively matches the Nikon Zf in features. That said, the price has gone up, too: the original Z5 was $1400 at launch, while the Z5 II is $1700.
What to Know About Canon’s EOS R50V and PowerShot V1
Just two years ago, Canon introduced its budget R50 APS-C camera with the RF mount. Now, Canon has announced a vlogging variant of the R50, the EOS R50V. And, alongside the R50V, Canon has also announced the PowerShot V1, a compact camera with a large sensor and good video features.
Canon Announces RF 20mm F1.4 L VCM and RF-S 14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ
Canon has announced two new lenses: a high-end 20mm f/1.4 prime and a modestly-priced APS-C power zoom mainly meant for its new Canon R50V vlogging camera. Although these lenses are quite different in many ways, both have features targeted at those who shoot stills and video.
Fuji GFX100RF Announced: Fixed-Lens Medium Format!
Fuji just announced a one-of-a-kind camera: the Fuji GFX100RF, a fixed lens, medium format camera with a 35mm f/4 lens (28mm full-frame equivalent). This 102-megapixel camera takes up very little space for a medium format body and weighs just 735 grams (1.62 pounds). That’s less than a Nikon Z6 III without the lens!
Nikon AF Micro-Nikkor 200mm f/4D IF-ED Review
This hands-on review covers everything you need to know about the Nikon AF Micro-Nikkor 200mm f/4D, a telephoto macro lens that has earned a place in Nikon’s hall of fame. This classic lens was first made in 1993 – here’s how it measures up by today’s strict standards!
Sony Announces an Ultra-Wide and a Supertelephoto
Announcement season continues in full swing, with Sony announcing two new lenses today: a 16mm f/1.8 G and a 400-800mm f/6.3-8 G. The first is a less expensive (and potentially more practical) alternative to the Sony 14mm f/1.8 GM. Meanwhile, the second is Sony’s longest lens yet!