Gear

    Astera’s 1,000W output LeoFresnel light uses only 250W of power
    May 31, 2023 John Aldred

    Lighting manufacturer Astera has today announced their new series of Fresnel lights. They’re kicking off with the 300W PlutoFresnel and the larger 1,000W LeoFresnel. Astera…

    Nikon releases super fast 24mm lens for their mirrorless lineup

    Nikon releases super fast NIKKOR Z DX 24mm f/1.7 lens for their mirrorless lineup
    May 31, 2023 Alex Baker

    Nikon has just released the NIKKOR Z DX 24mm f/1.7 lens (buy here) as part of its lineup for the DX format Z series for mirrorless….

    Ricoh has discontinued the HD PENTAX-DA 21mm F3.2AL Limited silver lens
    May 30, 2023 John Aldred

    It seems that Ricoh Japan has discontinued production of the HD PENTAX-DA 21mm F3.2AL Limited silver lens (buy here). The wide-angle HD PENTAX-DA 21mm F3.2AL Limited…

    Strobes vs Continuous LEDs – Which is right for you?
    May 30, 2023 John Aldred

    The strobes vs continuous debate has been going on since LED lights for video and photography became a thing. It’s a debate that’s probably not…

    AstrHori’s second probe lens is an 18mm f/8 2x Macro for APS-C mirrorless
    May 30, 2023 John Aldred

    Following up on the release of AstrHori 28mm f/13 probe macro lens (buy here), AstrHori has released a second probe lens. This time, it’s the…

    Is this the most absurd piece of camera gear ever?
    May 30, 2023 Dunja Đuđić Kalinin

    Freelensing is one of many creative techniques you can use to get unique, dreamy shots. There’s a gadget for that called the Lensbender, and it’s…

    First photos of the new IRIX 65mm T1.5 cine lens
    May 30, 2023 John Aldred

    Things seem to be growing quite nicely for Irix’s cinema lens lineup, with the short-to-standard range covered with five lenses from 11mm to 45mm and…

    Why smaller cameras are better

    “I prefer using smaller cameras” – an unorthodox take on size
    May 29, 2023 Udi Tirosh

    The bigger, the better, right? Well, not always. Photographer Robin Wong shares his take on why there is quite a bit of merit in smaller…

    Canon reported to be working on a “zoomable” teleconverter
    May 26, 2023 John Aldred

    According to reports, Canon is working on a new type of teleconverter that it plans to release alongside the rumoured RF 200-500mm f/4 L IS….

    Zhiyun Crane M3S and Weebill 3S add new functionality for creatives on the move
    May 26, 2023 John Aldred

    Zhiyun has refreshed its lightweight gimbal lines, announcing two new gimbals at once. The Zhiyun Crane M3S (buy here) is an update to the Zhiyun…