Lowepro Camera Gear Bags Offer Unexpected Capacity
The surprising capacity of several small Lowepro camera gear bags.
Archive Edition
Friday, May 8, 2026
Sony is preparing to launch a new Alpha mirrorless camera, with teasers appearing on their social media channels. The announcement is scheduled for May 13th, with the tagline "Ready for the next R" hinting at the product's nature. Elsewhere, The FCC has opened a public comment period, closing May 11, for feedback on the ban of foreign-made drones, which has significantly impacted American drone pilots and industries. Separately, DJI has released a teaser confirming a dual-camera version of its Osmo Pocket 4P, a feature long rumored since the success of the Pocket 3.
Gear
8 stories
Ordinary Filmmaker Discusses Firmware 1.3.0 Surprises
Ordinary Filmmaker provides an in-depth look at Firmware 1.3.0, highlighting that its scope exceeds initial expectations.
Hasselblad 28mm F4 P Lens Praised for Compact Size
Photographer Taylor Jackson shares a positive review of the Hasselblad 28mm F4 P lens, highlighting its small size and suitability for the X2D II camera.
Color LiDAR Sensors Poised to Revolutionize Imaging
Ouster's REV8 Color LiDAR chip is now being delivered, capturing color and depth data simultaneously without a traditional pixel grid.
Ilford Pan F Plus Now Available in Large Format Sheet Film
Ilford Pan F Plus is now available in 4x5 and 8x10 sheet film, a significant development as large format...
Sony Alpha Teases New Mirrorless Camera Launch for May 13
Sony is preparing to launch a new Alpha mirrorless camera, with teasers appearing on their social media...
I'm Back Roll Film-to-Digital Kit Adds Shutter Sync
The I'm Back Roll kit, which converts vintage film cameras to digital using a sensor disguised as a film roll,...
Canon Teases New Camera Announcement for May 13
Canon has shared a video on social media that appears to hint at a new product announcement.
Reviews
15 stories
Massive Review of the Nano-X Pro Square Filter System
The K&F Concept Nano-X Pro square filter system is designed for photographers who prefer to achieve desired effects directly in-camera.
Mitch Lally's One-Year Review of the Fujifilm X-E5
After a year of extensive use, Mitch Lally provides a comprehensive review of the Fujifilm X-E5 camera.
Viltrox AF 15mm f/1.7 Lens Review for Fujifilm X Cameras
This review by Christopher Frost examines the Viltrox AF 15mm f/1.7 camera lens specifically for Fujifilm X-series cameras.
Sony A7rVI Teaser and EVF Claim
An official teaser for the Sony A7rVI camera has been shared, generating excitement for its release.
MPB's Mountain Goat Photography Challenge in Wales
A photography challenge undertaken in Wales, centered around capturing images of a mountain goat.
Sal Cincotta Explains Effective Portrait Photography
Canon Explorer of Light Sal Cincotta provides a detailed breakdown of what constitutes an effective portrait...
Samuel Bouret Explains TTL
Photographer Samuel Bouret provides a practical demonstration of three key flash modes: TTL, Manual, and...
Canon Explorer of Light Sal Cincotta on Posing Clients
Canon Explorer of Light Sal Cincotta provides guidance on how photographers can clearly communicate posing...
Canon R6V Compared to Sony ZVE1 and Nikon Z8
The Canon R6V is analyzed in comparison to the Sony ZVE1 and Nikon Z8, with the review pointing out features...
Mads Peter Iversen's 7 Steps to Minimalist Landscape Photography
Mads Peter Iversen provides a guide to minimalist landscape photography, detailing seven steps to create...
Top 3 Cages for Nikon Z8 Camera
Brandon Talbot provides a hands-on review of the top three camera cages designed for the Nikon Z8.
Canon R7 II Rumors
Jan Wegener's video covers several significant camera industry updates.
Jacek Sopotnicki's long-term real-world review of the Sony a7 V after paid shoots
Jacek Sopotnicki's long-term review of the Sony a7 V focuses on its practical use in real paid work, not just...
Mastering Lightroom's Tone Curve for Enhanced Edits
Ryan Breitkreutz of Signature Edits provides a comprehensive guide to Lightroom's tone curve, a powerful tool...
Roma Fedorov's Insta360 Ace Pro 2 Vlogging Workflow
Their personal vlogging workflow centered around the Insta360 Ace Pro 2 camera.
Rumors
1 stories
DJI Teases Dual-Camera Osmo Pocket 4P Upgrade
DJI has released a teaser confirming a dual-camera version of its Osmo Pocket 4P, a feature long rumored since the success of the Pocket 3.
Opinion
3 stories
Photographer Regrets Selling Mamiya 645AFD
The author expresses deep regret over selling their Mamiya 645AFD medium format film camera, despite the rational financial reasons.
Camera YouTubers Face Uncertain Future
The commentary from Jason Morris posits that the era of dedicated camera YouTubers may be coming to an end.
Kyle Jenkins Advocates for Video Creation
Photographer Kyle Jenkins advocates for a shift towards video creation, suggesting that the medium offers more opportunities and engagement than traditional photography alone.
News
6 stories
Canon and Supra ITS Collaborate on T1D Mission
CanonUSA has detailed a customer success story involving their partnership with Supra ITS for the Breakthrough T1D Mission.
Retro Photography and Videography Trend Driven by AI Discontent
The current popularity of retro-style photography and videography is driven by a combination of factors, including a widespread "ick" towards AI-generated imagery and a saturation of hyper-realistic digital content.
Nikon Care Offers Protection for Photography Gear
Nikon USA has launched Nikon Care, a new service aimed at safeguarding valuable photography and videography equipment.
Adam Savage Explores IMAX Film Projection Artistry
Adam Savage's tours provide an exclusive glimpse into the world of IMAX filmmaking, showcasing the impressive technology behind large-format films.
AI Paranoia Undermines Photography Contests After Owl Photo Disqualification
The National Wildlife Federation disqualified a winning owl photograph from its contest after accusations of...
Public Comment Period Open for DJI Appeal
The FCC has opened a public comment period, closing May 11, for feedback on the ban of foreign-made drones,...
Industry
1 stories
Vmake Agent Consolidates Video Production Tools
Vmake Agent aims to simplify the fragmented workflow of short-form video creation by integrating approximately 196 distinct editing and generation capabilities into one conversational environment.