Earlier today, Engadget reported on a new monitor that LG has released for the 4K market. The LG 32UK550-B is a ‘large screen 4K standard model full of image technology playing an active part in each field‘. The LG 32UK550-B is a 4K compatible (3840 × 2160) HDR 10 Monitor Large screen of 31.5 inches and image display […]
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Gitzo Introduces ‘Smallest Carbon Fiber Tripod’, the Gitzo Mini Traveler
Gitzo, a popular camera tripod manufacturer that is distributed by Manfrotto, introduced what the company calls ‘the smallest carbon fiber tripod’. First reported by B&H and DPReview, the Gitzo Mini Traveler is a light-weight and flexible tripod for travelers and ‘promising amateur [photographers] who use mirrorless cameras or DSLR cameras with small lenses’. That’s right, Gitzo […]
Continue readingSigma Announces Five New Global Vision Lenses
Today Sigma announced five new lenses, shown for the first time at the Photokina Expo in Cologne, Germany. Sigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM Art, 40mm F1.4 DG HSM Art, 56mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary, 70-200mm F2.8 DG OS HSM Sports, and 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM Sports Pricing and Availability will be announced later for […]
Continue readingA Beginner’s Guide to Drone Photography and Choosing the Best Gear
Photo: Max Pixel So, you’re thinking about going into drone photography? Good for you, because this is, as they say, the best of both worlds. In this article, we are going to teach everything you will ever need to know about drones suitable for aerial photography, gear you’ll need to use, and, of course, some […]
Continue readingPhase One’s New $50,000+ XF IQ4 Camera System
Today Phase One introduced the XF IQ4 150MP Camera System. The IQ4 system is made up of three new digital backs and a processing platform called the Infinity Platform. With these new developments, Phase One “lays a new foundation for image quality advancement, workflow optimization and feature development today and well into the future”. Three Full-Frame […]
Continue readingThe $1 Billion Telescope that will Take Images 10X Sharper than Hubble’s
Media Source: GMTO Corporation A telescope reported to be capable of taking images 10 times sharper than Hubble’s is currently being developed by the GMTO Corporation. This week the project formally announced that excavation has officially begun at the telescope site in Chile. The Giant Magellan Telescope (GMT) will be the first in a new class […]
Continue readingLeica Releases Elpro 52 Close-up Lens for Leica M and TL-lenses
This week, Leica released the Elpro 52; a close-up lens for macro photography. Using the Elpro 52 you can get sharper close-up images with your M and TL lenses. This accessory lens works as an attachment for over 20 different Leica M and TL lenses. View all compatible lenses here. Available for pre-order at a price […]
Continue readingNikon Confirms Development of Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera
Today Nikon confirmed the development of a next-generation full-frame (Nikon FX-format) mirrorless camera and NIKKOR lenses featuring a new mount. Additionally, an F-Mount adapter is being developed that will enable the use of a wide variety of previous F-Mount NIKKOR lenses with the new camera. Nikon’s goal is to ‘enable a new dimension in optical […]
Continue readingSmartphone Accessories for Amazing Summer Photos
Taking a look at some of the best smartphone accessories you can bring on your travels. From phone cases to mobile lenses, there is something for everyone in this roundup. The best photo gear to have on a trip You can take exceptional mobile photos this Summer with the right gear and planning! A waterproof case […]
Continue readingRoad Tripping through New Zealand with Marvin Kuhr
Endless coastlines, mountains, glaciers and beautiful lakes, doesn’t that sound perfect? That’s exactly what I thought for the past couple of years when I saw pictures of New Zealand and had plenty of friends telling me about their travels to the opposite side of the world. So there I am, thinking about when I can […]
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