These days, we take things like touchscreen displays and Wi-Fi for-granted. But back in 2000 there existed a camera that had Internet connectivity and a lot more. Read more
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December 22
A Leica-branded dual camera module fails to propel the Huawei Mate 9 to the top of DxOMark's Mobile rankings. A score of 85 for Huawei's latest flagship puts it in the 12th position – currently shared with the LG V20. Read more
Cyclops Optics is offering the STC Astro-Multispectra filter for several full-frame Nikon DSLR cameras, clipping over the camera's sensor to cut light pollution for astrophotography sessions. Read more
The LG V20 features a dual-camera with secondary wide-angle module. In the DxOMark Mobile ranking it shares the 12th position with the Huawei Mate 9. Read more
December 21
The 48Hr Switch by Temporary Forevers is a convertible briefcase/backpack/messenger bag designed to hold camera gear and much more. Read more
Sony has launched the Cyber-shot HX350 in European markets, offering a 50x zoom lens and 20.4MP BSI CMOS sensor like its HX300 predecessor. Read more
The Kamerar ZOOM attachment lens kit includes a fisheye/tele and a macro combo for the dual-camera on Apple's iPhone 7 Plus. Read more
The Google Pixel XL doesn't have the most hardware bells and whistles, but it does deliver the best image quality among current smartphone cameras. Read more
Innovative sensor designs are making it possible to push the boundaries of global shutter technology in consumer and ultra high speed applications – including the ability to record longer one million fps clips at higher resolution. Read more
December 20
The world needs professional photojournalists now more than ever. Please note, the image that follows is graphic in nature. Read more
The EOS M5 is Canon's most ambitious mirrorless camera yet, combining enthusiast-friendly controls with Dual Pixel autofocus and a well polished touchscreen interface - but how does it fare in a crowded market segment? Find out in our full review. Read more
For the past few weeks we've been running a series of polls to find out what you - our readers - think of the major product releases of 2016. It's time to announce the winners of the first round of voting! Read more
Industrious YouTube user Grant Thompson recently subjected the GoPro HERO5 Session and HERO5 Black cameras to a very chilly torture test: dunks in liquid nitrogen. See video
December 19
Chinese optical manufacturer Mitakon has announced a macro lens with a maximum magnification ratio of 4.5:1: the Zhongyi Mitakon 20mm F2 4.5x Super Macro. Read more
HMD Global, which owns the rights to manufacturing Nokia-branded smartphones, is expected to launch a device with dual-camera and Xenon-flash in February. Read more
Was the third time the charm for the Canon 16-35mm F2.8L? To find out check out our full review. Read more
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Filmmaker ScottDW put down his cinema-grade gear and picked up the Canon EOS 80D for a recent video shoot – and the results surprised him. See video
The Nikon D500 has been one of our favorite cameras since it was released earlier this year. Find out why after a challenging video shoot, the D500 made Barney's pick for Gear of the Year. Read more
December 18
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A photographer from Portugal has won the £4000 top prize in 2016’s Travel Photographer of the Year competition with a pair of portfolios of volcanic landscapes and, in contrast, a document of the life of fishermen in Ghana. See photos
December 17
Billions of photos were uploaded to Flickr this year; here's a sampling of the most popular images shared on the website in 2016. Read more
December 16
Canon has announced that four compact Pixma printers it released in Europe will now be coming to the USA. The new Pixma TS models are said to be smaller and quicker than previous versions, taking up less desk space and starting up in just six seconds. Read more
Canon has issued a service notice advising users of counterfeit Canon EF 50mm F1.8 II DSLR lenses that ‘fraudulently display the Canon logo’ and company trademarks. Here's how to spot a fake. Read on
The Sony FE 50mm F2.8 Macro offers 1:1 magnification for a relatively minimal investment. We took it to our local conservatory and around the neighborhood to see how well it performs when getting extremely close to our subject. See gallery
'Ethereal' was shot over the course of two years in the scenic Icelandic Highlands. To say that the footage is spectacular is a bit of an understatement. See video
December 15
Graphic designer Jessica Hische has developed a tool to help creatives respond to requests for work. Made with designers in mind, photographers who are frequently asked to work 'for exposure' or very little pay might find it appealing too. Read more
Help us bid a fond farewell to 2016 by celebrating your very best shots of the year! Submit your photo and it might be included in an article right here. Learn more
More bad news for Flickr users: Yahoo has disclosed a new data breach affecting more than 1 billion user accounts. The company says the breach happened in August 2013. Read more
An update for the popular Camera+ app now lets iPhone 7 Plus users override the device's preference to avoid using the telephoto lens in low light. Read more
If you want to see a truly rare camera, look no further than the Olympus C-211 Zoom Digital Printing Camera. Even if you could find one, actually printing something is near-impossible. Read more
December 14
A new Kickstarter project is seeking funding for Hitch Hiker, a tripod head said to offer smooth and precise uniform rotations thanks to its 'balanced-motion' design. Read more
Updated: Sigma has announced that its forthcoming sd Quattro H APS-H interchangeable lens mirrorless camera will cost £1500 in the UK and ship in January. In the US it will cost $1200. Read more
The Sony a6500 is the company's premium APS-C offering and well-suited for fast action photography. In our in-depth review we look at its features, operation and its performance. Read on
Version 2.5 of DxO's iOS app for its ONE camera adds support for streaming via Facebook Live, with the option to switch between the ONE and the iPhone's built-in cameras. Read more
The release of some supremely capable cameras left reviews editor Richard with some tough choices to make for his Gear of the Year pick. Against stiff competition, he's gone for the Fujifilm X-T2, the camera that most surprised him this year. Read more
DxO just reviewed the Nikkor AF-S 105mm F1.4E ED – and they were pretty impressed. Read more
December 13
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No screen, no flash, no settings, no SD card: Relonch, a $99-per-month camera and photo editing service, sounds like a whole lot of nope right off the bat. But its creators think they've found a way to bring better photography to the masses. Read more
New MacBook Pro owners can now use their Touch Bars to access brush selection, favorite actions and layer properties in Photoshop CC. Read more
Leica has announced new firmware for its full-frame SL mirrorless camera that makes it fully compatible with the latest version of the company’s tethered shooting applications. Read more
We took the newly updated Canon 16-35mm F2.8L III USM to the city streets and into the snow to get a feel for its performance. See gallery
Looks like we're not alone in our love of cameras from the early days of digital: YouTuber The 8-Bit Guy has published a thoroughly entertaining look back at cameras that used floppy disks and other memory media that preceded the humble SD card. See video
December 12
Accessories brand Syrp has announced a new variable neutral density filter that will appeal to those who like to create very long exposures. Read more
Zeiss has announced a new ‘Edge’ bracket that brings iPhone 7 family support to the maker’s ExoLens PRO with Optics by Zeiss smartphone lenses. Read more
Tokina launched the FiRIN 20mm F2 FE MF lens for Photokina this year, and has announced that the lens will go on sale at the end of January for $800. Read more
Hasselblad caused a stir when it introduced the X1D-50c, a medium-format camera that's the size of a 35mm DLSR. Its release has been somewhat delayed, but it looks like it's going to be worth the wait. Read more
December 11
Check out some Sony World Photography Award early contenders and get your photo entered before the competition deadline. Read more
December 10
Dorothea Lange's photos of Japanese interment in America are perhapse less well known than her other Farm Security Administration works like 'Migrant Mother' – and there's a reason for that. See more
National Geographic has selected the winners of its 2016 Nature Photographer of the Year competition. View photos
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