Even though my longest lens is a 70-200mm f/4, I’m still a big fan of wildlife photography. What’s not to like? Sitting around for hours without any luck, cursing your autofocus system, getting acquainted with mosquitos and other bugs while you wait…
How to Reduce Noise Using Smart Objects
A noiseless picture is something that photographers have sought after for ages. A decade ago, it was the limitations with ISO performance of sensors that made high ISO noise a formidable foe. Even with the latest mirrorless cameras where photographers today are able to push the limits of low-light performance,...
Canon EOS R6 Video Review
I am in the process of writing the text-based version of the Canon EOS R6, but in the meantime, I wanted to share the video version of the review with our readers. The Canon EOS R6 is a remarkable camera in many ways, and there is a lot to like...
Fuji GFX 100S and GF 80mm f/1.7 R WR Announcements
Another big set of camera gear announcements this week comes from Fujifilm, which released its GFX 100S and X-E4 camera bodies, along with a few G and X mount lenses. The Fuji GFX 100S is basically a mini-GFX 100, minus the grip and slightly inferior features at a price point...
DSLR Has No Future…And That’s OK
I promise, this is not another "DSLR is dead" article. In fact, as I was thinking about this post a few weeks back, I thought of ways not to make it sound like I am trying to bury any brand or camera system, as I am well-aware that discussing photography...
Sony Alpha 1 – The Flagship Beast is Here!
Today is a big day in the photography world because Sony announced its flagship mirrorless camera, the Sony Alpha 1. The "one to rule them all", the Alpha 1 is an absolute monster of a camera that is designed to compete with the likes of the Nikon D6 and Canon...
Nikon Z5 Review
The Nikon Z5 is a budget-friendly full-frame mirrorless camera that was introduced in July of 2020. Despite its $1,399 retail price tag (at the time of introduction), the Z5 is a very capable camera that has most of the functionality of its higher-end sibling, the Nikon Z6.
The Nikon Z Lens Trinity is Remarkable
The Nikon Z-mount trinity is comprised of three professional-level lenses: Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S, Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S, and Z 70-200mm f/2.8 S. Sometimes referred to as the "holy trinity", this group of lenses covers a wide focal length range of 14-200mm, and it is meant to serve as...
Best Camera for Sports and Wildlife Photography in 2024
If you are into sports and wildlife photography, you might be wondering which camera is the best for these two genres today. Without a doubt, action photography can be challenging even for the most expensive cameras on the market, since it has very specific requirements. Action cameras need fast autofocus...
Nikon Z Firmware Update Wishlist (Updated 2022)
Without a doubt, camera firmware is one of the most important parts of any modern digital camera, and this is especially true for mirrorless cameras that have a lot more electronics compared to DSLRs. Nikon has been building its arsenal of Z-series cameras in both full-frame (FX) and APS-C (DX)...