Digital Camera News, Reviews and Tips
The Ikigai Rival is a new camera backpack that features a removable and configurable camera cell that offers additional protection for your camera gear thanks to an impact-resistant lining. The camera cell also works as part of a system that allows you to switch from one backpack to another without having to unpack your gear. [Read more…]
New rumors from Canon Rumors point to an upcoming Canon 1D X replacement will feature 4K video capture. Unfortunately though, the same rumors say that the 1D X Mark II will be the only next-gen Canon DSLR to offer 4K video capture at launch.
Of course, that would mean that the oft-rumored 5D Mark IV wouldn’t feature 4K video as an option at launch. Does the “at launch” clarification mean that a firmware upgrade could unlock it later down the line?
We have to remember, of course, that these are rumors but I still want to bang my head on the desk at even the suggestion that the next generation of Canon DSLRs will continue to neuter their video capabilities.
Manfrotto 290 Light
Manfrotto recently announced its new 290 collection of tripods and monopods geared toward enthusiasts with a premium design yet simple functions.
The new collection is composed of three new tripod models, the 290 Light, 290 Xtra, 290 Dual and a new version of the 290 monopods, all of which are backed by a 10 year warranty. [Read more…]
Adobe has updated Lightroom to version 6.2 for perpetual users and CC 2015.2 for Creative Cloud users. [Read more…]
Last week, I wrote about how Sony should build an A7 camera with a Canon EF mount. The premise behind the post was about Sony gaining market share and continuing to make bold moves. It’s a bit of a pipe dream but, holy crap, would that shake up the market.
What really needs to happen though is Canon should build a full frame mirrorless camera on par with the features we see in the Sony A7 series and that accepts EF lenses. [Read more…]
When printing in Lightroom it can sometimes be frustrating to locate and correctly set the various options for printing. Borderless printing can be especially sneaky. So here are 7 steps to getting borderless prints out of Lightroom. [Read more…]
In this video, photographer Craig Beckta shows some different techniques for making photography work in harsh midday sun by using a basic 5-in-1 reflector, as well as a simple shoot-through umbrella.
It’s time for our weekly break from the gear for a few minutes so we can enjoy another round of reader photos from the Photography Bay Flickr Group.
Check out the rest of the photos below. [Read more…]
Fuji has unveiled a new instant film camera – the Instax Mini 70, which features an updated design and improved flash performance. [Read more…]
Amazon has the new Rokinon 50mm f/1.2 and 21mm f/1.4 lenses in stock and now shipping. The new Rokinon lenses are available for Canon EF-M, Fujifilm X, Micro Four Thirds, and Sony E mounts.
You can find the Rokinon 21mm f/1.4 ED AS UMC lens here at Amazon.
And the 50mm f/1.2 AS UMC lens is here at Amazon.