The Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro is a lightweight prime capable of 1:2 close focus photography. At $499, it is positioned as a value option rather than one of Canon's high-end L-series lenses, but it still has some tricks up its sleeve. Should you add the Canon RF 35mm f/1.8...
Photography News: Lots of Early Black Friday Sales
The best way to test any new photography equipment is to take it on a trip. And that's what I'm doing now - I'm visiting the tropics again, this time the Asian ones. My batteries are charged, lenses are cleaned, cards are empty, and laundry is done (for now). I...
Tibor Litauszki: Interview with The Nature Conservancy 2023 Winner
Tibor Litauszki is a Hungarian nature photographer who specializes in unique wildlife photography often taken at night. He recently won the prestigious Nature Conservancy photography competition with his image of an Alpine Newt eating tadpole eggs. Tibor was kind enough to sit down with me for an interview, reproduced below.
Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 GM Review
This is an in-depth review of the Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 GM, one of Sony's top wide-angle prime lenses meant to offer the highest image quality and brightest aperture available at 24mm. The 24mm f/1.4 GM lens incorporates many of Sony's most advanced lens technologies, including high-end coatings, multiple aspherical...
Photography News: “I’m Back Film” Digital Sensor, Holiday Sales Begin
For my opening Photography News images, I usually post a photo I took last week. This time I will make a small exception to that rule. The month and day match, only the year is 2005 - prehistoric from the point of view of digital photography. But many of you...
Nikon Zf Field Test
Nikon has an impressive family tree that includes a number of iconic cameras. If you started out in photography during the analog film era, you'll be familiar with classic cameras like the Nikon F3 or Nikon FM2. These manual cameras - with their simple controls, unbeatable reliability, and precision -...
Sony a9 III Announced with a Groundbreaking Global Shutter
In my roughly eight years of pursuing photography seriously, one of the most exciting things I have seen is yesterday’s announcement of the Sony a9 III, the first consumer interchangeable lens camera with global shutter.
Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM OSS Lens Announced
Sony is surely making waves today, perhaps the biggest one being with their new Sony a9 III camera with a global shutter. But great cameras need great lenses, and what better way to make the Sony a9 III shine than with a shiny new Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM OSS...
Nikon Z 70-180mm f/2.8 Review
One of Nikon's most intriguing decisions in the mirrorless era is to sell two different f/2.8 zoom trios - one set of professional, S-line lenses for $2000+, and another set for about half the price but with Tamron-designed optics. In the cheaper trio, the longest lens is the $1250 Nikon...
Wildlife Photography Safety Tips
Wildlife photography is a very rewarding, creative, and relaxing activity - that is, unless you just missed the shot of a lifetime. However, while being outdoors is generally good for your health, there are some risks involved. To help you return from your photo hunts healthy, happy, and alive (at...