DPReview TV: 10 cool things you may have missed about the Panasonic S1 and S1R

By now you've seen plenty of information about Panasonic's new S-series cameras, but after shooting with them at Panasonic's launch event in Barcelona, Chris and Jordan tell us about some important things you might have overlooked from the spec sheet.

First Impressions: Panasonic S1 (Should Sony Be Scared?)

When Panasonic announced at Photokina last year that they were coming out with new full frame cameras in cooperation with Leica and Sigma, I think that the entire photo industry was put on notice. There are lots of folks who think that Panasonic created the first real, major threat to Sony in terms of something that professionals would want to use.

Canon will launch a new $1600 FF mirrorless on Feb 14. And Sony answers with a $200 price drop on the Sony A7III

On February 14 Canon will launch a new $1599 entry level Canon EOS-RP Full Frame mirrorless. Sony seems to have learned about that and tomorrow they will launch the first ever discount on the Sony A7III.

Названа цена Panasonic Lumix S1R и S1

Завтра Panasonic анонсирует новую полнокадровую линейку S. И мы получили еще одну утечку, которая раскрывает цены в США и неприятную «особенность». Что касается неприятности, то она заключается в том, что за активацию внешней записи 4k 30p 10bit 4:2:2 вам придется заплатить ДОПОЛНИТЕЛЬНО! А цена на сами камеры Lumix S1R и S1 и так не маленькая […]

Cheap Photo: 5D Mk IV $1,999.99; Save Hundreds on Lenses, Tutorials

We all love getting new gear, but are we always getting the most out of it? In this edition of Cheap Photo we have found deals on guides and tutorials that will help you elevate your photography game, we've also found deals on great cameras too that you can use to put your new skills to the test.

RNI All Films Gets Updated to Support Nikon Z6/Z7, Leica DLux 7 + More

While digital images are great, many photographers (myself included) are still in love with the unique look that film can give to images. Fortunately there are things we can do in post to try and recreate the look of films that we love.

New Sony US savings online: First $200 price drop on the Sony A7III

Sony US just launched their new cameras and lens savings (full overview on that BHphoto page). The deals include the first ever price drop on the A7III which now sells for $1798 only at BuyDig, BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, FocusCamera.

Panasonic официально представила полнокадровые беззеркальные камеры LUMIX DC-S1 и LUMIX DC-S1R

Компания Panasonic официально представила две полнокадровые беззеркальные камеры LUMIX DC-S1 и LUMIX DC-S1R, которые впервые были анонсированы на выставке Photokina 2018. Вместе с ними официально объявлены три объектива серии LUMIX S, а также озвучены планы по развитию парка оптики всеми членами альянса L-mount.

We’re Hiring a Podcast Host (Hostess) for Our Latest Upcoming Project

Are you a story teller? Because we’d love to welcome you aboard. Hey folks, For our latest hiring, we’re looking to bring on someone who does podcasts, voice actresses and actors. We’ve got details below.

Judging a Photo Contest: My Experience with FOCUS Photo L.A.

It began with an email one morning. The link in it led to the work of one hundred fifty photographers. I had 1,500 images to judge for Focus Photo, a s**t ton of looking to get it right. It wasn’t going to be easy to hold it all in my mind, to remember why I […]

Sony RX0II registration confirmed at FCCID

The FCCID registered a new Sony camera and as you can see from the image on top it has the exact same dimension as the current RX0. We have no specs for this camera but it confirms the validity of Nokishita rumors.

Competition news: Canon will launch five RF lenses on FEb 14. Including a new 85mm f/1.2

On February 14 Canon will launch five new RF lenses: RF15-35mm F2. 8L IS USM RF24-70mm F2. 8L IS USM RF70-200mm F2. 8L IS USM RF24-240mm F4-6. 3 IS USM RF85mm F1. 2L USM Canon is rapidly trying to catch up with the Sony FE lens lineup.

Canon EOS RP to cost $1599? [CR1]

The Canon EOS RP will be announced on or around February 14, 2019. It will be the new entry-level camera for the Canon EOS R Read more...

Kari Orvik Runs a Thriving Appointment-Only Tintype Studio In San Fran

If you're surprised that film is still alive and kicking, you'd definitely be even more astonished to find out that even more antiquated photography processes -- tintypes and ambrotypes -- are still around.

Работа с зонами фокусировки в Nikon Z 6 и Nikon Z 7

Nikon Z 6 и Nikon Z 7 — достойные преемники зеркальных фотоаппаратов Nikon. Они не только унаследовали от них быстрый автофокус и возможность работы с зонами фокусировки, но и обзавелись дополнительными функциями.

Panasonic Lumix S1 pre-production sample gallery

$(document). ready(function() { SampleGalleryV2({"containerId":"embeddedSampleGallery_0692664592","galleryId":"0692664592","isEmbeddedWidget":true,"selectedImageIndex":0,"isMobile":false}) }); It lacks the impressive resolution of its sibling, but the Lumix S1 looks to offer plenty for the photographer who needs serious video and stills capabilities.

Patent: Canon Back Side Illuminated (BSI) DPAF image sensor

Canon continues to work on new sensor designs based on the patents we’ve seen over the last year or so. This patent covers a lot Read more...

Bowens is Back from the Dead with the XMT500 Flash Head

Bowens is back. After being acquired by the European investment group AURELIUS in 2016 and shuttered in 2017, the lighting equipment brand just returned from the grave along with its XMT500 flash head.

Новая информация про объективы серии Panasonic Lumix S

В ходе презентации новых камер и объективов серии Lumix S компания Panasonic продемонстрировала «дорожную карту» развития линейки оптики под байонет L.

Small surprise: In Japan the Sony FF mirrorless share increased in December

Well I have to sat this is unexpected. In Japan the Sony share in the FF mirrorless segement did increase during the month of December (Source: Bcnretail). Canon and Nikon are on par with around 17% share each.

Jane Dickson Documented the Darker, Crime Ridden Times Square

Times Square in the 70s and 80s wasn't the squeaky clean version we know today--and we can thank folks like photographer Jane Dickson for documentary style images of what we knew of the era. Back then it was known for being New York's hub of seediness, drugs and crime.

Super EU deal: Sony A6000 for 327 Euro only!

Todya we got a bunch of great deals: Sony A6000: Lowest price ever on the A6000 which now sells for 327 Euro only on Amazon Germany (Click here). This is 80 Euro cheaper than the second lowest price.

В сеть утекли официальные изображения самого дешёвого флагмана Samsung

дактор известного регулярными утечками немецкого ресурса WinFuture.

Panasonic launches 50mm F1.4, 70-200 F4 OIS and 24-105mm F4 Macro OIS full-frame lenses

$(document). ready(function() { SampleGalleryV2({"containerId":"embeddedSampleGallery_7486954436","galleryId":"7486954436","isEmbeddedWidget":true,"selectedImageIndex":0,"isMobile":false}) }); Panasonic has launched a trio of Lumix S lenses alongside its S1 and S1R full-frame mirrorless cameras.

Sony reports increased sales and revenue in the Imaging Segment in newly released Q3 financial statements

Sony released their full Q3 financial reports. The company as a whole and the Imaging Segment did well. The only negative note is that Sony changed their forecast in the Imaging Business expecting a “decrease in unit sales of compact digital cameras“.

Langly Has a Bunch of Cool Camera Straps to Choose From

We understand that the perfect camera strap may take a while and some searching to come by, so we bring more options for you to choose from. Today, we have some goodies from Langly, makers of camera bags, apparel, straps, and other accessories.

Patent: Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS

Another patent application for a Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS has appeared within what appears to be a patent for the RF 28-70mm f/2L. From Read more...

Сюрприз! Canon EOS RP представят 14 февраля!

Как мы вам уже сообщали, Canon вскоре анонсирует полнокадровую беззеркальную камеру начального уровня EOS RP. События на рынке ускоряются, что, возможно, связано с недавним анонсом Panasonic Lumix S1R и S1.

Canon to announce at least 5 new RF lenses next week

Canon is going to be announcing at least 5 RF lenses next week, and we’ve also been told as many as 8 will be announced. Read more...

Here’s the Latest Way That Photographers are Getting Hired

I'm not sure that a single photographer could say with complete honesty that if they could find a way to make their dream gig easier to happen, then they would. For many of us, Instagram made that possible--but a new option is popping onto the scene to make it easier for collaborations and hirings to become a reality without an algorithm trying to beat you down in every way possible.

I’m Almost Fully Convinced That the Sony a7s III Will Have a 24MP Sensor

The Sony a7s II had a 12MP full frame sensor, and while I was convinced that the next sensor would be a 16MP option I'm now even more convinced that at the heart of the Sony a7s III will be a 24MP sensor.

Lumiere Tintype: Inspired by Traveling Photographers of Centuries Past

We're confident that some of you are shocked that the film industry is still alive and kicking, If you fall into this camp, you'd be even more astonished to find out that more ancient, antiquated photography processes -- tintypes and ambrotypes -- are still around.

Video: A humorous short showing the struggle of waiting for pre-ordered camera gear

Regardless of whether or not you suffer from Gear Acquisition Syndrome, more commonly referred to as GAS, you know what it feels like to have to wait for camera get to your doorstep. This holds even more true for pre-ordered camera gear and SkyVista Productions has created a cheeky video making fun of the struggle of waiting for new gear.

Why Kodak Willingly Ignored the Future of Photography

Once a juggernaut of the photography industry, Kodak missed the boat when cameras shifted to digital. Cheddar published this interesting 7. 5-minute video that looks at how the company that created the first digital camera in 1975 went bankrupt in 2012.

The SwitchPod Handheld Tripod can Switch Things up in Mere Seconds

There are a few brands of handheld tripods on the market and all of them are quite popular with vloggers, and photographers alike. For a while the Gorillapod has been the go to for many due to the convenient sizes they come in, but transitioning from handheld mode to tripod mode isn't always the most elegant process.

The SwitchPod Handheld Tripod Can Switch Things up in Mere Seconds

There are a few brands of handheld tripods on the market and all of them are quite popular with vloggers, and photographers alike. For a while the Gorillapod has been the go to for many due to the convenient sizes they come in, but transitioning from handheld mode to tripod mode isn't always the most elegant process.

Мониторы Philips показали на выставке для профессионалов ISE 2019

На крупнейшей в мире выставке для профессионалов в области аудио, видео и системной интеграции Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2019, которая состоится с 5 по 8 февраля 2019 года, будут представлены новейшие профессиональные дисплеи Philips.

DPReview TV: Olympus E-M1X video features review

Chris and Jordan recently reviewed the Olympus E-M1X as a camera for still photography. Now they're back with a whole episode about its video features. Watch to find out where this camera really excels – as well as a couple places where there's room to grow.

Reports State That Kodak Alaris is Looking to Sell Assets

Sources say that the owners of Kodak Alaris may be looking to sell some or all of their film, paper and photo chemical assets in an attempt to offset some $2.7 billion worth of debt. This news comes as quite a shock seeing as late last year they successfully launched 35mm Ektachrome film, and just the other day the company announced that Ektachrome would be coming to both Medium Format and Large Format cameras. 

First Impressions: Panasonic 24-105mm f4 Lumix S Pro (Panasonic L Mount)

The Panasonic 24-105mm f4 is a lens that will probably not be considered anything special by a number of photographers out there, but for anyone that knows just how wonderful it can be to have a versatile zoom lens, you'll look at this option with glee.

LG Electronics представляет монитор UHD 4K LG UltraFine 34UL950-W

LG Electronics представляет монитор UHD 4K LG UltraFine 34UL950-W c портом USB Type-C для больших возможностей подключения, поддержкой HDR10 и 99% охватом цветового спектра цветового пространства sRGB.

First Impressions: Panasonic 50mm f1.4 Lumix S Pro (Panasonic L Mount)

The last time we heard of a no compromise lens of any sort, it was with Zeiss--but the Panasonic 50mm f1. 4 S Pro is looking to do what Zeiss did and vastly improve. For starters, Zeiss didn't give the user autofocus and those lenses didn't have weather resistance.

First Sony A7 vs Panasonic S camera size comparison

The Panasonic S1-S1R cameras have been announced and are listed officially at BHphoto. Full news coverage on L-rumors. com. Apotelyt. com posted this accurate size comparison between the Sony A7III and Panasonic S1: Here is a side by side image between the Panasonic S1R and Sony A7rIII via Dpreview: The camera is big and expensive.

Panasonic L-Mount Full Frame Lens Roadmap

Panasonic have released an updated lens roadmap for their L-mount full-frame lenses.

Panasonic S1R Sample Images

Panasonic Lumix S1R pre-production sample gallery

$(document). ready(function() { SampleGalleryV2({"containerId":"embeddedSampleGallery_9045823839","galleryId":"9045823839","isEmbeddedWidget":true,"selectedImageIndex":0,"isMobile":false}) }); We've been able to do a little shooting with a Lumix S1R running pre-production firmware.

New Kamlan 50mm f/1.1 and 28mm f/1.4 APS-C E-mount lenses

Kamlan announced two new manual focusing E-mount lenses. Here are the google translated specs. Lenses should be available soon on Amazon US and Amazon DE (note the 50mm lens is a new updated version of an existing lens).

The new Panasonic S cameras are weather-sealed….until you read the footnote :)

This screenshot of the Panasonic S presentation leaked on L-rumors. com perfectly shows how camera companies really mess up with us users. Don’t blame Panasonic only, It’s something nearly all companies do.

Video: A look at the gear and tech used for crash test photography

The nonprofit U. S. organization Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) published a video that gives viewers a brief look behind-the-scenes at its vehicle crash test photography. During the five minute video, which was published in 2015, IIHS VP of Media Operations and Production Pini Kalnite walks viewers through how the organization produces its high-quality crash footage and images, including everything from its custom-built lighting array to its high-speed cameras.

Toxicity is Rampant in the World of Photography and There’s No Need for it

The internet is a wonderful thing. It has given us the ability to have all the information we could ever need at our fingertips, and it lets us share our work online, but it has also given us something else.