Sony A7 V Firmware Update Adds Pro Audio and Filmmaking Tools
Sony has released firmware version 2.0 for the A7 V, significantly enhancing its capabilities for hybrid creators.
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The second-generation Bird Buddy smart feeder camera features a well-built design with integrated solar panels that significantly reduce charging needs. Elsewhere, Sony has released firmware version 2.0 for the A7 V, significantly enhancing its capabilities for hybrid creators. Separately, For a decade, Sony led the camera industry's direction, democratizing full-frame mirrorless and pushing competitors to adapt.
Gear
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Pro Photographer's 2026 Starter Camera Kit Recommendations
A professional photographer with 15 years of experience details his recommended starter camera kits for 2026, distinguishing between hobbyist and aspiring professional paths.
Essential Underwater Accessories
This article details essential accessories for the OM System TG-7 and its predecessors, enhancing their capabilities for underwater and macro photography.
Panoramic Camera Evolution
Panoramic cameras have a long history, beginning with Friedrich von Martens' 1844 Megaskop-Kamera.
Ricoh GR IV Monochrome Wins Japan's Editor's Choice Technology Award
The Ricoh GR IV Monochrome, a specialized APS-C compact camera that exclusively shoots in black and white, has...
Sony A7R VI Features Light-Up Buttons for Low-Light Shooting
The Sony A7R VI introduces a new feature: light-up buttons, designed to aid photographers shooting in dark...
Reviews
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Sony and Canon Photo News Roundup
This digest covers recent photography news, particularly focusing on updates and reviews related to Sony and Canon.
Choosing the Right Camera
Lambert offers a practical review comparing the Sony A7V and A7R VI cameras.
Workflow Accessories Outshine New Cameras as True Game Changers
While new cameras often generate hype, the actual 'game changers' in photography and videography are frequently workflow accessories.
Maria Lax on Crafting Powerful Narrative Photography
In a discussion with Sean Tucker, photographer Maria Lax delves into the essence of powerful narrative photography.
Sigma 200mm f2 Lens
This review offers an in-depth look at the Sigma 200mm f2 lens, presented by Kevin Deal.
Sony 35mm 1.8 vs. Viltrox 35mm EVO Lens Comparison
This review provides a hands-on comparison between the Sony 35mm f/1.8 and the Viltrox 35mm f/1.8 EVO lenses.
Bird Photography in Canada's Tropical Jack Miner Sanctuary
This content delves into the experience of photography within Jack Miner's Bird Sanctuary, an area noted for...
Expired Film Photography
Expired film presents unpredictable results in photography, with its usability depending on age and storage...
Thypoch 24-50mm F2.8 Autofocus Zoom Lens Reviewed
DPReview has conducted a review of Thypoch's recently announced 24-50mm F2.8 autofocus zoom lens, designed for...
Kofi Yeboah Replaces Blazar Remus with DZO Arcana Lenses
Kofi Yeboah is replacing his Blazar Remus Set of lenses with the DZO Arcana lenses.
Don't WASTE your money- Sony A7RVI vs Sony A7V
Jason Morris provides a hands-on comparison between the Sony A7RV and the Sony A7IV.
Rookie is a compact AI bird feeder camera that gets the basics just right
The second-generation Bird Buddy smart feeder camera features a well-built design with integrated solar panels...
Lens I Didn't Want To Love — Sony 100-400 f/4.5 Battle Tested
Jan Wegener provides a hands-on review of the Sony 100-400mm f/4.5 lens, detailing his experience and...
Fujinon GF 500mm f/5.6 Lens Tested on Fuji GFX 100 II
A real-world test of the Fujinon GF 500mm f/5.6 lens on the Fuji GFX 100 II examines its use in landscape and...
Camera Manufacturers Lag on Essential User Feature
A significant feature that Sony, Canon, Nikon, and Fujifilm have consistently failed to implement in their...
OM System PT-059 is a popular
The OM System PT-059 has emerged as the leading underwater camera housing, offering a durable and sensibly...
Is This the Ultimate Large Format Landscape Film?
Kyle McDougall tested Ilford's new Pan F Plus 4x5 sheet film, comparing it to HP5 Plus.
could this solar-powered dash cam be a game changer?
The Baseus PrimeTrip VD1 Pro dash cam features a unique solar panel and battery combination for parking mode,...
Sharp across the range with responsive autofocus and three stabilization modes
The Canon RF 24-105mm f/2.8 zoom lens provides sharp image quality and responsive autofocus, making it...
A review of the DJI Pocket 4 reveals significant jitter issues
Roma Fedorov's review of the DJI Pocket 4 points out substantial jitter problems with the device.
Field Notes
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Vlogging Setups
Andreas, from Frames by Andreas, presents an opinion piece questioning the future of large-scale vlogging setups.
Common Street Photography Error
Tatiana Hopper's video addresses a common pitfall encountered by street photographers.
Opinion
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Guido Van De Water's Tuscany Photography with OM-1 MKII
A personal shift in photographic focus, moving from capturing rolling hills to exploring the medieval streets of Tuscany.
Francisco Gonzalez Camacho's Fluid Landscapes Reflect Migration
Photographer Francisco Gonzalez Camacho's series "You Can’t Enter the Same River Twice" uses striking black and white images to reflect the experience of rerooting in a new country.
News
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Japanese Photographers Explore Trauma and Memory
Japan House London presents "Kyotographie: Kawada Kikuji x Iwane Ai," an exhibition exploring how photography can reveal what is otherwise unseen or forgotten.
Aberfan Disaster Photographer Still Haunted by Iconic Image
Photographer Mel Parry, who was an 18-year-old apprentice when he captured an iconic image of the Aberfan disaster in 1966, states the photograph still haunts him.
All the new lenses revealed at the 2026 China P&E Imaging Show
The 2026 China P&E Imaging Show in Beijing has become a platform for Chinese lens manufacturers to unveil a wide array of new optics.
Edward Burtynsky Documents Resource Extraction's Environmental Impact
Acclaimed photographer Edward Burtynsky is exhibiting his latest aerial documentation of industrial resource extraction in Western Australia at Photo London.
Iconic US Conflict Photos Honoring Military Service
On Armed Forces Day, two significant photographs from US conflicts are highlighted to represent the sacrifices...
Industry
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Sony Leads Camera Sales
For a decade, Sony led the camera industry's direction, democratizing full-frame mirrorless and pushing competitors to adapt.