Camera

How to convert a Leica M2 into a digital camera – a guide

Dec 11, 2024 Michael Suguitan

This post presents several upgrades to the Leica MPi, a Leica M2 with a Raspberry Pi-powered digital back. The most notable upgrade is a larger sensor…



The $2,000 Light L16 Camera Rises from the Dead for $170, but There’s a Catch

Dec 3, 2024 David Prochnow

Savvy, veteran DIYP readers will, no doubt, remember the “glory days” when Light Labs, Inc. released the L16 camera in 2017. This was the 16-lens…



Here is how to drop $500,000 on gear this Black Friday

Nov 26, 2024 John Aldred

I think most of us have spent at least some time in our lives browsing through our favourite retailers’ websites. We sit there, poring through…



My review of the Fujica G617, a panoramic behemoth

Nov 20, 2024 Jonas Dyhr Rask

The Fujica G617 panoramic film camera is a creature of its own kind, standing like a relic from an era when images were crafted slowly…



Sony Alpha 1 II blends high resolution, speed, and AI for professionals

Nov 19, 2024 John Aldred

Sony has introduced the Sony Alpha 1 II ($6,498), a follow-up to its 2021 flagship full-frame mirrorless camera, the Sony A1 ($5,498). Aimed squarely at…



Why old 1080p cine cameras are still better than your average 4k mirrorless camera

Nov 14, 2024 Sagiv Gilburd

You and I both know the newest camera on the market isn’t necessarily the best one for you. Even if it’s great, your current camera…



Fuji is making its first cinema camera, and it’s got a medium format GFX sensor

Nov 12, 2024 John Aldred

In a surprise announcement, Fujifilm is entering the cinema camera market. But instead of leveraging their APS-C X-Trans sensor tech to make Super35 cameras, they’re…



The Nikon Z50 II shoots 10-bit 4K60 N-Log video, but there’s a catch

Nov 8, 2024 John Aldred

Nikon has announced the new Nikon Z50 II ($906.95) APS-C mirrorless camera. It’s a lot like its predecessor, and many of the specs remain unchanged,…



Why are photographers ditching the viewfinder? Here’s what they say

Nov 5, 2024 Dunja Đuđić

OVF, EVF, or live view? Markus Hofstätter noticed that more and more photographers seem to prefer live view over looking through their viewfinder. So, he…



Best Fujifilm cameras for beginners

Nov 5, 2024 John Aldred

Before you purchase your first Fujifilm camera, it’s important to consider your photography style. Do you prefer capturing everyday moments, or are you more interested…