Blackmagic Camera for iOS 3.2 Brings Live Streaming to its Pro-Level Camera App

Blackmagic Design has just leveled up mobile filmmaking with the release of Blackmagic Camera for iOS 3.2. This free update introduces powerful, professional-grade live streaming and workflow enhancements that further blur the line between a smartphone and a digital film camera. Whether you’re a content creator, working journalist, or filmmaker on the go, the ability to instantly broadcast professional-quality video directly from an iPhone could potentially change the game.

Meet the New Apple M5 Products. Same as the Old Ones

Maybe I’m giving too much away with the headline, but hear me out. If you’ve been plugged into the latest Apple news, you already know that the Fall 2025 refresh of their product line was hyped only to deliver what we’ve come to expect from the company – a new chip, self-proclaimed efficiency boosts, and no new product designs. Now, I’m not saying that this is all bad. I’m typing this out on a 2024 M3 MacBook Pro, which works just fine, thank you. But if you were hoping for something groundbreaking, you won’t find it here.

Will the Viltrox Spark Z3 Bring a Spark of Creativity to Your Photography?

When it comes to photography gear, we often find ourselves having to compromise between features and price. Flash photography can be incredibly pricey, creating an artificial barrier to entry. While buying used is still one of the best ways to save some serious coin, there are some affordable options thanks to companies like Viltrox. With that said, I’ve been using the Viltrox Z3 TTL for Fujifilm cameras for about a month, and here are some of the takeaways from my time with the lens.

WANDRD’s ROGUE V2 Sling has Crushed its Kickstarter Goal

Kickstarter campaigns are usually news items we don’t typically cover – mainly because we’d hate to get you excited about a really cool project or product that ends up being vaporware. With WANDRD, things are a bit different for a couple of reasons: 1. They are an established brand that has not failed to deliver on any past successful Kickstarter campaign. 2. They absolutely crushed their latest campaign: the new WANDRD Rogue V2 Sling.

The Sigma 12mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens is an Ultra-Wide Lens Built for Travel

Sigma has been building out its mirrorless lens lineup, and its latest APS-C Contemporary lens promises to give photographers and videographers one of the fastest, widest lenses that is nearly pocketable in size. The Sigma 12mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary boasts one of the fastest apertures at this focal length, making it a natural fit for astrophotography. Its compact design lends itself easily to travel photography. We had an opportunity to test this lens ahead of launch, so strap in and get ready for a Noisecast Review.

A New Luxury Compact Camera: the Sony RX1R III Announcement

This week, Sony did what seems impossible these days; it announced a camera that no one had any clue was in the works: the Sony RX1R III. High-end compact cameras have really become all the rage among deep-pocketed photographers, both pros and hobbyists alike, and it makes sense that Sony would bring back a camera model that has been sitting in a corner, ignored like a stepchild. But is this truly a revival of Sony’s full-frame compact or a scramble to regain market relevance?

Harman Announces Phoenix II Color Film and We’re Stoked

Film is (thankfully) not dead. That’s the message from Harman, as today they announced the release of their latest film emulsion, Phoenix II. Back in 2023, Harman produced its first color negative film, and today’s announcement reminds us that their foray into color isn’t a one-off but a serious attempt to create something unique specifically for photographers.

Annoucnement: New Affiliate Program

We’re about to get like Scrooge McDuck up in here! Not really, but we did get approval to run affiliate links for KEH.com. First, we like and use KEH.com to buy and sell our used gear. Second, it costs money to run a website, and we consciously do not run ads on the site – yup, you get reliable information without being bombarded with irrelevant ads cluttering up your screen.

Going Wide with Sigma’s 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN Contemporary Lens (X-Mount)

Shooting wide is a new obsession for me. I’ve long loved the 35mm—50 mm focal length for most of my photography, but there are several times when opening things up can help you create spectacular images. Using a wider field of view presents a few challenges, but the rewards are worth it. With the Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 Contemporary Lens, Fujifilm photographers can go ultra-wide with great results. Here’s what I learned from using this lens as my daily driver.

The KEH.com Experience: Buying Used and Why You Should Try It

Over the holidays, I wanted to upgrade my daily carry camera. For the past few years, the camera that went on vacation with me, to the store, or anywhere else that wasn’t a job has become my Fujifilm X-Pro 1. Yes, a more than a decade-old camera has become my daily driver, and for good reason—it’s a solid camera for everyday captures. That is, until it began having card write errors—this made me turn my attention to another X-Pro body and KEH.com.

Editor’s Note: This post is not sponsored in any way; I paid the listed price for my camera. Any Paid Promotions would be titled as such.

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