Affordable APS-C Lens for Everyday Carry
The TTArtisan AF 35mm f/1.8 II is an affordable, all-metal APS-C lens that provides a 52mm full-frame equivalent focal length, ideal for everyday carry and travel.
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Saturday, June 6, 2026
Nikon's legal action against Viltrox concerning Z-mount lenses is likely aimed at protecting patented technology, particularly the electrical-contact arrangement, rather than solely seeking financial gain. Elsewhere, A US copyright court has ruled in favor of The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza in a dispute over the ownership of the "Motorcade Portrait," a Kodacolor photo of John F. Kennedy's final motorcade. Separately, Panasonic's latest fixed-lens camera, the Lumix L10, appears to be an attempt to replicate the viral success of Fujifilm's X100VI.
Gear
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Monochrome Shepherd Image Wins World Food Photography Award
Photographer Serkan Dogus won a World Food Photography Award for a cinematic black-and-white image depicting a shepherd guiding sheep through dust on the way to Mount Nemrut, Turkey.
This Lens Is Unique
The Laowa 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 C-Dreamer lens is presented as a unique and fun option for photographers.
1930 World Cup Photos Show Enduring Sports Photography Techniques
Photographs from the 1930 FIFA World Cup Final demonstrate that while camera technology has advanced significantly, the core principles of sports photography remain consistent.
Panasonic is aiming for a viral hit with its latest fixed-lens camera
Panasonic's latest fixed-lens camera, the Lumix L10, appears to be an attempt to replicate the viral success...
Reviews
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Fragments from the Galápagos
The article details the journey of reptiles to the Galápagos Islands, highlighting their survival and adaptation in the arid landscape.
Vintage Tokina 35-70mm f/2.8 lens
This review by Christopher Frost examines the vintage Tokina 35-70mm f/2.8 lens.
His year-long experience with the Fujifilm XM5 camera
After a year of using the Fujifilm XM5, Thomas J McClure offers a comprehensive review of the camera.
Kota Caldwell on When Black and White Portraits Succeed
Photographer Kota Caldwell argues that shooting portraits in black and white is a deliberate creative choice, not merely a stylistic default.
Sony A7R VI Lenses and Bird Photography Guide
Phil Thach details his lens acquisitions for the Sony A7R VI camera.
Josh Sattin compares the R6 V to the C50 using the same sensor
The Canon EOS R6 V is reviewed at $2,500, featuring active cooling, in-body image stabilization (IBIS), and...
Viltrox 50mm f/2 Air vs. 55mm f/1.8 Evo Lens Comparison
Dustin Abbott compares the Viltrox 50mm f/2 Air ($199) and the Viltrox 55mm f/1.8 Evo ($370) lenses on Nikon Z...
Tutorials
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Understanding Shutter Speed in Photography
Shutter speed dictates how long a camera's sensor collects light, directly impacting whether motion is frozen or blurred.
Field Notes
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Photographer Rick Bebbington's Two-Year Shift to Street Photography
Photographer Rick Bebbington shares his two-year journey from being solely a landscape photographer to embracing street and environmental documentary work.
Opinion
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Preserving Identity and History
Family photographs are more than just memories; they are visible testaments to identity and history.
News
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VMFA Receives 2,000 Photographs for New Galleries
The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) has received a significant gift of 1,986 photographic works from the non-profit foundation Joy of Giving Something (JGS).
Oxford Photomarathon Encourages "Embrace Imperfection"
The Oxford Photomarathon is a 24-hour photographic challenge that encourages participants to "embrace imperfection" by submitting 12 edited images across 12 categories.
Tiny Team Behind Unique Peel-Apart Instant Film
The article highlights Supersense, a small team based in Vienna, Austria, that is uniquely producing peel-apart instant film.
Photography Pioneer Honored with Blue Plaque
William Constable, a 19th-century daguerreotype photographer, is being honored with a blue plaque at his former Brighton studio, recognizing his significant but often overlooked contributions to photography.
Rare Indonesian Parrot Photographed for Second Time in a Century
The blue-fronted lorikeet, a species endemic to Buru Island, Indonesia, has been photographed for only the...
Court Rules JFK Motorcade Photo Belongs to Museum
A US copyright court has ruled in favor of The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza in a dispute over the...
Industry
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Nikon's Z-mount Patent Dispute with Viltrox Explained
Nikon's legal action against Viltrox concerning Z-mount lenses is likely aimed at protecting patented technology, particularly the electrical-contact arrangement, rather than solely seeking financial gain.