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Our test scene is at the core of our camera testing, designed to allow like-for-like comparisons between cameras. Here we explain how the tests are conducted and why we work this way. We will publish a video explaining what we look for in the scene and where we look, in the coming weeks.

Our studio test scene is used to give a consistent and reproducible means of comparing camera output. We have a well-established testing methodology designed to shed light on the performance... more (link is external)

Sony's a7-series marked the debut of full-frame mirrorless, and Sony still dominates this market with its a7S II, a7 II and a7R II. Sony has developed a reputation for rapid development cycles, and since they all look basically the same, it can be hard to figure out the differences between its current a7-series offerings.

The higher... more (link is external)

The folks at National Geographic just did a solid favor for all the adventurous outdoor photographers out there. They put every US Geological Survey (USGS) topographical map from across the United States on one easy-to-navigate site and made them easy to print out at home.

If you’ve ever gone hunting topo maps via the USGS, you know that it can be a bit of a pain because, not only is finding the quad you’re looking for more difficult, the... more (link is external)

Capturing a solid rocket booster test on video is no small feat. You need a camera that can capture slow motion footage and handle the dynamic range between the booster and the booster plume. Fortunately, NASA now has... more (link is external)