Panasonic's 12mm F1.4 brings a weather-resistant, fast 24mm equivalent prime to the Micro Four Thirds system, with a build quality and price tag that scream premium. We've been out shooting it on the Panasonic GX8. See gallery
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June 20
UK lighting manufacturer Bowens has announced an update to its Limelite Mosaic LED panels that it claims is 'significantly more colour accurate than previous models.' Read more
According to rumors Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S8 will come with a dual-camera to compete with a rumored dual-cam iPhone. But in a plot twist, it's now said that Apple won't have a dual-cam device this year. Read more
Meyer-Optik Goerlitz recently announced limited edition titanium and plated gold versions of its Trioplan 100mm F2.8 'soap bubble' lens. Read more
A studio in India, founded by British photographers Charles Shepherd, Samuel Bourne and William Howard in 1840 will close its doors after 176 years in operation. Read more
June 19
Just over two years old, the Samsung NX3000 represented a nice value in a small package when it launched with a 20MP sensor, articulated LCD and integrated connectivity. iFixit gives us a peek inside the super-slim NX3000 in the name of science. Read more
June 18
There are incredible benefits to aerial photography, but the cost and logistics can be intimidating. In this series, veteran landscape shooter Erez Marom shares what he's learned from his aerial shoots. Read more
June 17
Hasselblad has announced a live streaming event for next Wednesday, June 22nd, alluding to a 'game changer in the world of photography.' Read More
A patent filed by Apple might hint at a camera on a future version of the Apple Watch. The patent covers a range of ideas, including a camera for selfies or scanning QR codes. Read more
Hong Kong accessory manufacturer Meike has introduced a case for the Apple iPhone 6/6s that accepts accessory lenses and offers a mount for a ring light and Sony’s ILCE-QX1 E-mount 'lens style camera.' Read more
User interactions on Instagram decreased an overall 33% from the first quarter of 2015 to the first quarter of 2016, according to analytics company Quintly. Read more
Avast Photo Space allows you to store up to 7 times more images on your iPhone by reducing the resolution of your files and storing the original versions in the cloud. It also offers an integrated camera app for a better user experience. Read more
The HTC 10's predecessors have failed to impress us in the camera department, but the company's latest flagship is in a whole new league. Its 12MP sensor, image stabilization and Raw capture put it just shy of the very best mobile offerings in terms of image quality. Read more
June 16
A disgruntled D500 owner has taken out a legal warning against Nikon advertising the camera as offering 'integrated Wi-Fi,' in the equivalent of a cease-and-desist order. Andreas V of Germany says that the term is misleading, given there are unusual restrictions to using the function. Read more
A one-of-a-kind Birns and Sawyer Omnitar 1000mm f/4.5 lens commissioned by NASA in 1964 will soon be available to purchase. Read more
Pelican's new Air gear cases claim to provide all the toughness the brand is known for without all of the weight. We took the rolling 1535 model freshly outfitted with TrekPak dividers for a test run. Read more
June 15
GoHawk offers GoPro Hero4 users a remote shutter button input and a dedicated wired remote LED shooting mode indicator light for helmet use. Read More
Leica has released the shortlist for this year's Oskar Barnack competition. The top prize for the main award is €25,000 in cash as well as Leica M system equipment to the value of €10,000, while the Newcomer winner will earn €10,000 and an M camera and lens. Read more
Rogue has introduced a new FlashBender 2 XL Pro reflector designed in collaboration with photographer Frank Doorhof using a 'Super Soft Silver' fabric for a not-too-soft, not-too-harsh lighting effect. Read more
New research proves what photographers already knew: taking photos can increase your enjoyment of an experience. Read more
The Android-powered OnePlus 3 offers a 4K-capable 16MP stabilized camera with on-sensor phase detection and overall high-end specifications at a mid-range price point. Read more
Panasonic has just announced a new prime lens for Micro Four Thirds. The Lumix G Leica DG Summilux 12mm F1.4 ASPH is a metal-bodied prime that provides an equivalent focal length of 24mm in full-frame terms. And we've got one in our hands. See more
Panasonic is introducing a new prime lens to the Micro Four Thirds family: the dustproof and splashproof Lumix G Leica DG Summilux 12mm F1.4 ASPH. Read more
June 14
DxOMark has published its results for the LG G5, and we've added the report to our existing review. The G5 can keep up with the very best in terms of still images, and is not far off the top in video capture either. Read more
KitSplit is a peer-to-peer rental network for camera gear. It aims to bring together people in need of equipment and those who are willing to rent their gear out, taking care of vetting, insurance and the logistics. The company has expanded its area of coverage in the US. Read more
At Apple's Worldwide Developer's Conference 2016, software maker Serif demonstrated an early build preview of its Affinity Photo for iPad software. Read more
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85 is a mid-range interchangeable lens camera sporting a 16MP Four Thirds sensor and 4K video capability. It looks great on paper but how does it stack up in use? Read review
An eagle-eyed Reddit user has spotted an important new iOS 10 feature that Apple slipped into its WWDC keynote yesterday: Raw image editing. Read more
Backscatter Underwater Video & Photo in Monterey CA is the world's leading supplier for underwater imaging equipment. But as well as selling underwater photography gear, the staff at Backscatter also put it to good use. See video
June 13
On the first day of its annual Worldwide Developers Conference, Apple has announced new features for its Photos app on both iOS 10 and macOS 'Sierra,' adding the aiblity to identify people, objects and scenes in photos for intelligent searching and sorting. Read more
Industrial lens manufacturer Shenzhen Dongzheng Optics Technology has announced the Kerlee 35mm F1.2 – which it claims is the fastest 35mm designed for full frame SLR cameras. Read more
A new unofficial app called STG Uploader enables Sony cameras compatible with PlayMemories Camera Apps to upload content directly to Google Photos. Read more
A four minute time-lapse from Keith Loutit captures a rapidly growing Singapore, and is the culmination of a shoot that spanned three years. See video
If you're willing to part with more than $2000, there's a semi-pro camera for you, whether you're seeking ultra-high resolution, first-rate autofocus or 4K video capture. Find out which cameras we liked best in our semi-pro camera roundup. Read more
Indian officials have told the BBC that the country has rejected Google's plan to image its towns and cities as part of its expanding Street View service. Read more
June 12
The Fujifilm WCL-X70 is a wideangle converter that attaches to the front of the 28mm equiv. F2.8 lens of the Fujifilm X70. Its approximate 0.8X focal length multiplier results in a 21mm equivalent focal length. Check out our sample images to see how it performs. See gallery
Photographer Jason Futrill has already spent three months of this year exploring Australia for various tourism marketing campaigns and social media channels. Based in Tasmania, Jason recently completed an eight-day road-trip from Sydney down to Bermagui, along the Sapphire Coast of New South Wales. Read more
June 11
Earlier this year, NASA released a 360-degree image from the perspective of the Curiosity Mars Rover. We invite you to join us - on the surface of Mars!
The Olympus PEN E-PL7 is an aging but still thoroughly likable entry-level Micro Four Thirds camera. Take a look at what's under the hood, courtesy of our iFixit. Read more
June 10
German company SUN-SNIPER has introduced a new line of camera straps called Rotaball, which include innovative attachment and security features. Read more
Bag manufacturer Think Tank Photo has announced a new backpack designed for users of the DJI Inspire drone and other quadcopters of a similar size. Read more
The Lenovo Phab2 Pro uses four cameras to provide an Augmented Reality (AR) experience. It is capable of sensing 3D-motion and geometry and can capture 3D-scans of its surroundings and use the data to create 3D-maps, recognize places or track objects. Read more
The Sigma 50-100mm F1.8 DC HSM Art is a telezoom lens designed for APS-C format cameras, on which it provides an equivalant focal length range of approximately 75-150mm. Its fast F1.8 maximum aperture makes it the brightest lens of its type on the market. But is it any good? See gallery
June 9
The new Motorola Moto Z and Moto z Force's unique selling proposition: attachable Moto Mods accessory modules which connect to the back of the phones. So far there are projector, speaker and battery modules. Read more
Facebook has added support for uploading and viewing 360-degree photos to its iOS and Android apps. Read more
A Hong Kong-based company hopes to help photographers get steady photos without all the bulk of a tripod. Read more
Getty has announced the launch of the Getty Images Virtual Reality Group - a new business division 'dedicated to the creation and global distribution' of VR content. Read more
Accessories and lighting manufacturer Fotodiox has introduced an LED lighting head that it claims is flicker-free and suitable for high speed photography. Read more
When you're ready to step-up from an entry-level or midrange camera, the choices can be overwhelming. Find out which full-frame models came out on top in the second part of our $1200-2000 enthusiast ILC roundup. Read more
June 8
Ricoh has unveiled the Pentax K-70, an advanced entry-level DSLR with a 24MP APS-C sensor, Pixel Shift technology and a body that's designed to stand up to the elements. Read more
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