Nikon Corporation announced their latest mirrorless camera today, the Nikon Z 50. The DX-format camera also comes with the introduction of new NIKKOR Z DX lenses. Compact, lightweight design and build based on Z 7 and Z 6 Features 20.9MP and captures 4K UHD Comes equipped with self portrait mode (tilting monitor) Nikon Z 50 […]
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How to Turn on Dark Mode for Instagram
After many user requests and lots of talk about this feature in the past, Instagram has finally added a dark mode capability. While many users are loving the experience, there are some still confused as to how to turn on this new setting they’ve been waiting for – here is how to turn on dark mode […]
Continue readingSony Introduces a9 II Full Frame Camera
Today Sony announced an enhanced a9 camera for professional sports photographers and photojournalists. The a9 II shows heavy improvements from the predecessor with enhanced file delivery and ‘evolved AF performance’. Sony a9 II features 24.2 MP, 20 fps, and 4K video capability The camera will be available in November 2019 and is currently listed at […]
Continue readingApple iPhone 11 Pro: The Highest-Quality Video in Any Smartphone Yet
On September 10, 2019 Apple unveiled the iPhone 11 Pro. The phone that will change video forever. This new device could almost be passed off as a camera alone, but that would be disingenuous to all the other cool features within the phone. The focus, more than ever, from Apple is about the photography and […]
Continue readingTop 5 Livestreaming Platforms for Starting Your Stream
Livestreaming has become a popular career path for many young people. While gaming has been the focus for awhile, there are plenty of people who stream their real lives too with new categories for artists, musicians, and other entertainers alike. Some of the most successful streamers, like Ninja and Pokimane, have become insanely rich and […]
Continue readingAdobe’s Newest Application, ‘Fresco’ Will Offer Realistic Painting for Your Tablet
Originally announced in late 2018 under the code name of Project Gemini, Adobe has finally opened up about their latest project – Adobe Fresco. Adobe Fresco will be the next big thing for artists and specifically painters across the globe. Adobe is set to bring watercolor, and life-like oil painting to your tablet. The program is […]
Continue readingWhat are Sparks, Skills, and Embers on Mixer?
UPDATE JUNE 2020: Mixer has announced it is shutting down and moving all of its users to Facebook Gaming. Mixer launched Season 2 in November 2018. This launch brought Sparks and Skills to their streaming platform. Sparks and Skills are forms of digital currency on Mixer that allow you to reward your favorite streamers. Find […]
Continue readingWhat is Mixer? A Look at Microsoft’s Interactive Livestreaming Platform
UPDATE JUNE 2020: Mixer has announced it is shutting down and moving all of its users to Facebook Gaming. Mixer is the newest streaming platform that has been in the headlines recently. It has been covered extensively in the past few days because Tyler Blevins better known as “Ninja” to the gaming world recently moved […]
Continue readingSquare Launches Photo Studio Service for Online Sellers
Square, known for credit card processing and Cash App, launched a new service for online sellers this week. Square Photo Studio is a low cost photo service built for eCommerce product photography. Automated professional product photos in 14 days Starts at $9.95 for photo packs (3) and $29.95 for interactive photos of an entire product […]
Continue readingSony’s a7R IV 61MP Mirrorless Camera Arrives
Today Sony announced the latest addition to the Alpha Universe, the Sony α7R IV mirrorless camera. Sony a7R IV is the world’s first 35mm full-frame mirrorless camera with 61MP image sensor Advanced Real-time Eye AF for movie recording and advanced Real-time Tracking plus Real-time Eye AF for still image recording Professional 4K movie recording functionality […]
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