Photography News

The annual Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards has revealed its shortlist of finalists for the 2018 photo contest.

Thousands of photographers around the world entered their humorous wildlife pictures into... more

Panasonic has announced the development of the Leica DG 10-25mm f/1.7 for Micro Four Thirds cameras. It’s the world’s first wide-angle zoom lens with a constant f/1.7 aperture.

Equivalent to a 20-50mm lens in 35mm terms, the lens will be “the ultimate photo/video-hybrid digital interchangeable lens,” Panasonic says, adding that it’s “the first interchangeable lens to be introduced to the market featuring a full-range f/1.7 high-speed aperture... more

I recently discussed how Fujifilm’s decision to go into the medium format industry might have been a mistake. But considering some of the recent announcements, have my points been completely... more

Camera bag manufacturer ONA has partnered with Bellamy Hunt, founder of Japan Camera Hunter, to release a limited-edition camera bag designed specifically for film photographers.

Officially named the ONA x Japan Camera Hunter Bowery camera bag, the messenger-style bag was 'developed closely with... more

First look at Panasonic Lumix S1R

One of the most interesting announcements at this year's Photokina show in Germany was the Panasonic / Leica / Sigma L-mount partnership, the first fruits of which are two upcoming professional-oriented mirrorless ILCs from Panasonic.

We've seen non-functional mockups of the S1R already, but earlier today we were lucky enough to get... more

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The GFX 50R takes our favorite parts of Fujifilm's 50S namely, its larger-than-full-frame sensor and range of film simulations and puts them inside a slimmer, rangefinder-styled body. With a pre-production camera and a trio of GF primes, DPReview's Barney Britton put the GFX 50R through its paces in... more

A dramatic flurry of lenses has emerged from independent manufacturer Laowa at Photokina as the company shows a total of eight new models in a wide range of mounts. The company is showing a 17mm F4 for the Fujifilm GFX medium format system that will offer the angle of view wed expect from a 13mm focal length on a 135 format camera. The lens will be the widest available lens for Fujifilms system and, as part of the Zero D series, it should have only the slightest amount of distortion.

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Leica has announced a new smartphone app called FOTOS that’s compatible with a number of Leica cameras. With multiple Leica cameras supporting wireless connectivity now... more

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Accessories manufacturer Manfrotto has launched a pair of carbon fiber tripods for videographers that it claims are 50% more rigid than their aluminum counterparts and which come in a choice of configurations. The CF Twin Leg models feature dual risers and offer users a choice of leg spreading braces.... more

Accessories manufacturer Blackrapid has introduced a new version of its shoulder sling camera strap that is designed to be especially comfortable for female photographers. The Nicole Elliot by Blackrapid uses wide pad to hug the shoulder and take the pressure away from the neck and distribute weight more evenly. The company says the design is based on the way women have been carrying their babies for centuries, and promises the camera will feel virtually weightless.

The black shoulder... more

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