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    Yongnuo finally starts to unify their flash systems with the new YN560-TX Pro

    Jul 31, 2019 John Aldred

    A couple of years ago, I made a post about why I could no longer recommend Yongnuo to flash newcomers over Godox. In short, their systems…

    Nikon’s new Z mount 85mm f/1.8 lens costs $800 and will ship in September

    Jul 31, 2019 John Aldred

    Finally, Nikon seems to be adding some more entry-level glass to its Z lens lineup. Today, they have announced the new Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.8…

    Hasselblad is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the moon landing with a 907X Special Edition camera

    Jul 18, 2019 John Aldred

    You didn’t think that just re-releasing an old press release was all Hasselblad had in store to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landings,…

    Sony Announces the 61-megapixel A7R IV with 15-stops of dynamic range

    Jul 16, 2019 John Aldred

    Sony’s live event has just come to a close and the earlier rumours were true. The Sony A7R IV is here. Unfortunately, there doesn’t seem…

    Sony launches the “new” Sony RX100 III Video Creator Kit – Yeah, I know

    Jul 1, 2019 John Aldred

    Ok, is it just me or are we living in 2014 again? Sony has today announced a “new” video creator kit which includes the Sony…

    My review of Lensbaby’s new OMNI filter system

    Jun 27, 2019 Jake Hicks

    Lensbaby has become a bit of a household name in recent years and for those of us searching for a more unique look to our…

    Leica now has a new budget-friendly Leica M-E (Typ 240) rangefinder

    Jun 26, 2019 John Aldred

    Leica has launched a new Leica M-E (Typ 240) camera to replace the Leica M-E (Typ 220). It’s aimed at bringing in newcomers to the…

    Syrp’s Genie Mini II upgrades connectivity, adding WiFi, more reliable bluetooth and USB Type C

    Jun 25, 2019 John Aldred

    The original Syrp Genie Mini quickly became a leader in motion control for timelapse photographers and filmmakers. The small form factor made it easy to…

    Manfrotto’s Befree GT XPRO is a travel tripod designed specifically for macro shooters

    Jun 24, 2019 John Aldred

    Macro is one of the more difficult subjects that many photographers choose to shoot, especially when we’re travelling. Often, there’s not enough light to go…

    Sony announces the 600mm f/4 GM OSS and 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS lenses

    Jun 11, 2019 John Aldred

    Well, the lens that was apparently up for sale on Yahoo Auctions 10 days ago has now officially been announced by Sony. Yes, the Sony…