An Ultra-wide for APS-C: The Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN | Contemporary

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If you’re an APS-C photographer or videographer looking for a solid ultra-wide lens that won’t weigh you down and has a bright, constant aperture, you know that it can be a challenge to find one that won’t break the bank. Enter the Sigma 10-18 F2.8 DC DN | Contemporary. This new Contemporary lens is the smallest and lightest F2.8 you can buy; here’s how it stacks up.

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Hasselblad Eyes the Streets with the XCD 4/28P Wide Angle Lens

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The name Hasselblad is legendary. From editorial to fine art and especially in street photography, you’ve probably heard the name if you haven’t seen photographers’ work coming from a Hasselblad. The latest P Series lens looks to take things back to the streets with the XCD 4/28 P. Here’s what we know so far.  

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Moment’s First Major Lens Refresh Eyes the Future of Mobile Photography – T-Series Announced

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Moment has been making some of the best mobile photography lenses for a decade. For context, ten years ago, the standard in mobile photography was the dual 12-megapixel sensor found in the iPhone 7 Plus. In that time the camera on your phone now probably sports a densely packed sensor (48-megapixels or better) and includes focal length options ranging from ultra-wide to super-telephoto (looking at you Samsung Galaxy) in response, Moment has announced the introduction of their T-Series of Lenses. Built for larger sensors and camera lenses, Moment has their eye on the next decade of mobile photography. 

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FujiFilm’s New X-S20 and More From Fujifilm X-Summit

Fujifilm X-S20 and more from X-Summit Bangkok
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Today, at Fujifilm’s X Summit in Bangkok the company made a few big announcements for videocentric Fuji fans. It seems like you can’t get too far these without having a dedicated camera for vloggers and Fujifilm delivered on the long-rumored X-S10 replacement, the Fujifilm X-S20. Along with the newly announced camera, Fujifilm also announced a new ultrawide lens, the XF 8mm F/3.5, and a much-needed update to their camera app. There’s a lot to unpack, so let’s jump right into it.  

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Sony’s ZV-1 II Some Fixes with Lots of Compromises 

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Today, Sony announced their new entry-level vlogging camera – the Sony ZV-1 II. Vlogging is all the rage – at least for camera manufacturers and Sony is not letting up on its dominance of the YouTube creator market. The new ZV-1 II is the follow-up to the ZV-1, a compact-style camera with features aimed at those interested in becoming content creators. The original ZV-1 was a strong entry into the category with a fast lens, decent sensor, and Sony’s (at the time) latest imaging processor but does the new ZV-1 II offer a compelling upgrade for those interested in a step-up camera?  

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