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In the year 2000, Olympus updated its enthusiast-friendly digital zoom compact. The C-3040 Zoom bears the adorably 90's 'Camedia' logo, and when it was introduced updated the previous model with some cosmetic improvements, a faster lens and a couple of feature updates like one-touch manual white balance. This 3.3MP powerhouse fetched $800 when we reviewed it in 2001 here's what all those clams got you:

  • 3MP 1/1.8" CCD sensor
  • Built-in optical viewfinder
  • 320 x 240... more

Episode 123 of the PetaPixel Photography Podcast.
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Sony is preparing to release an updated version of its popular PXW-FS7 professional video camera that will feature an electronic variable neutral density filter that automatically compensates for exposure shifts of between two and seven stops. The filter can adjust itself so that apertures and shutter speeds can remain constant even when light intensity changes quite dramatically - thus maintaining the look of the video. The new feature also allows aperture changes that alter the depth of... more

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Nikon has made a global announcement of its D5600 mid-range DSLR. It evolves the line by adding SnapBridge (Wi-Fi + Bluetooth + NFC) as well as touchscreen enhancements and a time-lapse feature. Like its D5500 predecessor, it uses a familiar 24MP sensor... more

If you’re going to be shooting in an area where you’re genuinely concerned you might have your camera stolen, it’s probably wise to prepare. And if you prefer the DIY “on-the-cheap” approach, then this simple ‘theft-proof’ camera strap may be exactly what you’re looking for.

The strap was thought up by young photographer... more

New Zealand motorsports photographer Dirk Klynsmith was assaulted and knocked unconscious this weekend while covering the ITM Auckland SuperSprint in Pukekohe. Fortunately, the whole incident was caught... more

It’s a young art form we practice; nevertheless, photography’s history is rich with beautiful stories, prints, and cameras if you’re willing to dig deeply enough. The short film The Camera Collector... more

The $500-900 category (based roughly on US MSRP) features quite a few strong offerings, some of which should satisfy first-time camera buyers with easy-to-use interfaces and point-and-shoot style functionality. Others are aimed more at seasoned-enthusiasts, offering direct manual controls and high-end features.

At this price point, all of the cameras use either Four Thirds or larger APS-C-sized sensors and all can shoot Raw. And while a larger sensor can mean the potential for better... more

Rugged cases like Pelicans are great at protecting your gear: they’re waterproof, climate proof, indestructible, and make a great apple box when you need to sit or stand on something.

After having more camera equipments than I am willing to carry on my shoulders, I bought a Pelican 1560 with padded dividers to carry it all, but the way the cases are structured makes it very difficult to put anything large like reflectors or umbrellas into the case. It is... more

Action-cam maker GoPro announced a recall of its new Karma drone after the company discovered that a small number of units lost power during operation. GoPro indicated that it is investigating the issue, but stresses that even if your Karma drone appears to operating normally you should cease using it immediately. The $799... more

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