Photography has a special magic for me. It is only thanks to it that I can suppress my comfortable and lazy side and face annoying insects, lack of food, or bad weather. A few days ago, in anticipation of beautiful morning views of the surrounding landscape, I rejected the comfort...
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Photography Life’s Camera Comparison Database Published!
For the last few months, Jason and I have been working to bring you a detailed camera comparison database – a place where you can see side-by-side specifications from dozens (eventually hundreds) of cameras to decide on the best one for your needs. I’m excited to say that the database has launched today!
Photography News: Canon 24mm and 50mm f/1.4 Rumors, Laptop Sales
Although it didn't look like it at the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games in Paris on Friday, a heat wave continues in most parts of the world. If you're wondering where to escape, consider dipping your head in cold water, like the White-throated Dipper (Cinclus cinclus). Then, with a...
Photography News: Canon’s Announcements, Discounted Cameras
This has been an eventful week. Some of it was expected, and some was sudden and without warning, like a bolt from the clear sky. I invite you to take a moment to relax and take a cooling dip with this Mute Swan. The memory of the chill that pervaded...
Canon EOS R1 Announcement
Canon just announced their long-awaited EOS R1 flagship, an ultra-high-speed camera with an integrated grip and perhaps the best electronic viewfinder on the market. While the 24 megapixel sensor may be lower than some had hoped, this camera is otherwise the most advanced Canon camera we’ve seen yet.
Canon EOS R5 Mark II Announcement
Canon has just announced the successor to their popular EOS R5 mirrorless camera, the EOS R5 Mark II. The new $4300 camera adds eye-control autofocus, a higher FPS burst rate, and a faster electronic shutter, among other improvements. Here’s what you need to know.
Photography News: Sony ZV-E10 II Announced, Canon EOS R1 Arriving Wednesday
This week I spent a few days exploring the picturesque corners of the Czech Republic. Actually, I didn't plan to take any pictures, but you know how that goes. I made it two days without pulling out the camera, but on the third day I gave in. To make it...
Photography News: Pixii’s Full-Frame Camera, Panasonic Sales
Photography is like farming. You can't just enjoy the sweet fruits - if you want to harvest, you have to sow. For a wildlife photographer, this means getting to know the habits of nearby animals. One way to learn about them is to use a photo trap to study their...
Photography News: A Sigma Lens for Canon RF, Memory Card Sales
Before you swat that annoying mosquito that's just sucking your blood, hold on. This week is Insect Week. I have generously given a lot of blood to mosquitos over the past few weeks and didn't even get any photos of them in return. Instead, I tried to photograph butterflies in...
Nikon Z 35mm f/1.4 Announced: An Unexpected Budget Lens
Nikon just announced the first f/1.4 lens for the mirrorless Z system, the Nikon Z 35mm f/1.4. That’s the full name of this lens; there’s no “S” designation, which is a bit of a surprise. Another surprise is the price: At $600, it’s even cheaper than the f/1.8 version!