Photography Gear

Tamron has announced the 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD (Model A062) for full-frame Sony E-Mount. The company says that it was created in “aggressive pursuit” of portability, and is the smallest and lightest lens in its class. “In its class” is defined by Tamron as fast-aperture zoom lenses designed for Sony E-Mount full-frame mirrorless cameras.

Logitech has added two new products to round out its Creator’s lineup: the Blue Sona XLR Microphone and Litra Beam desktop key light. The Blue Sona XLR microphone joins the Yeti family of microphones, which include the Blue Yeti with is already popular with podcasters, and the Yeti X, which is targeted at streamers and

Kioxia says that it has “working prototypes” of a two-terabyte microSD card, the highest possible capacity for the format as outlined by the SD Association. The company says that the system uses an “innovative” BiCS FLASH 3D memory and in-house designed controller that it has confirmed to work with the few prototypes that the company

Lost in the shuffle of yesterday’s FX30 camera announcement was the coming availability of a 640GB capacity CFexpress Type A card, the largest capacity from any manufacturer yet. Spotted by Sony Alpha Rumors, the new card will start shipping in early December and will cost a whopping . CFexpress Type A cards are a lot

Can a simple filter help you make your digital images look more cinematic and film-like? The answer is yes. K&F CONCEPT has a series of Black Diffusion filters (sometimes referred to as “Black Mist”) that has small particles embedded into the glass designed to diffuse light and create a soft, glowing, mist-like effect. This filter

If it seems like there’s more new photography technology than what you can keep up with, you are probably correct. However, don’t let that deter you from learning the industry standards and terms within it. One of those terms that you’ll likely come across is the digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) camera, which has been the

[embedded content] Anyone who has owned a DSLR camera has likely heard that most of them are rated for 150,000 to 250,000 shutter actuations (clicks) before they are expected to need maintenance and/or replacement. YouTuber FoxTailWhipz (AKA Adam Harig) managed to one-up that number by finding a Canon 5D Mark II with over 2.2 million

The Vaonis Vespera Observation Station is a small robotic telescope designed to be smart and fully automated, taking the guesswork out of astronomy and making it easy for beginners to start their journey. The new Vaonis Vespera, originally announced almost two years ago and is now becoming available for $2,499, is technically a camera and

Have you ever had a repeated inconvenience that finally makes you say to yourself, “Okay, I’m done with this garbage”? Well, that’s the exact feeling I had with using contrast filters on my enlarger. Anytime I wanted to use a contrast filter, I needed to use tape to hold it in place while I was

A 1957 Leica MP black paint edition, the same year and model as the one that sold for $1.34 million about a year ago, is coming to auction next month. The Wetzlar Camera Auctions are set to be held on October 8 and the organization has shared a list of some of the most interesting

Meike has announced a new Canon EF to Nikon Z autofocus mount adapter. The adapter promises full electronic control of Canon’s DSLR lenses through a range of Nikon mirrorless cameras. The new MK-EFTZ-B adapter promises support for all Canon EF and EF-S lenses and the Nikon Z5, Z6, Z7, Z50, Z6 II, and Z7 II

Considering the time and expense outdoor photographers invest in building a system of cameras, lenses and accessories, how that equipment is carried in the field shouldn’t be an afterthought. A photo backpack needs to be comfortable all day, provide durable protection and allow instant access to the gear you need so you can respond quickly

Last spring, Ricoh launched a crowdfunding campaign in Japan for a Jet Black special edition K-3 Mark III. While originally only available in Japan, “limited quantities” of the camera can now be purchased in the United States. The Jet Black edition K-3 Mark III was originally proposed to fans of the brand during an online

[embedded content] Flying a drone into a waterfall would be a disaster for most pilots. Yet, for a professional drone pilot and YouTuber Instagrammer who goes by the handle Blastr, it’s a common occurrence and one that yields fantastic results. In the video above, spotted by DPReview, it looks as if he has managed to

Tilta is rumored to be producing a half-cage-style grip for Sony cameras with CFexpress Type-A card ports will feature a fast M.2 512GB SSD USB 3.2 output and write speeds fast enough to handle any video format thrown at it. According to its website, the Shenzen-based Tilta launched in 2010 as a photography and videography

If there’s one thing that is consistent across the photography world, it is the never-ending list of gear and accessories we end up spending our money on. Between the cameras, lenses, lights, and grip, the numbers add up fast, but what’s most important (besides getting the shot in focus) is making sure the colors look

Being a photographer, I often get questions from friends or acquaintances about various photography-related subjects. I also often get given old cameras and miscellaneous bits of equipment because — “George is into photography, he’ll do something with this.” An acquaintance of mine had a Lecia C-LUX 2 that had developed a fault and he wondered

Arca-Swiss has announced a new series of high-end geared tripod heads it calls the clicPan series which the company characterizes as essential for creating quality panoramic images. Some photographers might be surprised to hear that Arca-Swiss is in fact a company and not just a tripod mounting standard. It is, and while Arca-Swiss’s U.S.-based website

Cosina has announced that two more Voigtlander prime lenses are being made available for Nikon Z-mount cameras: a Nokton 40mm f/1.2 Aspherical and a Macro APO-Ultron D35mm f/2, which brings the total collection of officially licensed lenses to six optics. Spotted by Nikon Rumors, both lenses are expected to be available in October. Nokton 40mm

Samsung has announced the new S80TB ViewFinity UHD 27-inch monitor that promises “stunning” color accuracy and detail with support for a billion colors and comes with two Thunderbolt 4 ports, turning it into a hub as well as a display. The ViewFinity display is categorized under Samsung’s business monitors, but the promised feature set is