It’s a big day for Fujifilm and their fans with the release of the new FujiFilm X-T50 and FujiFilm GFX-100S II. To sweeten the pot even further, with the two new cameras comes news of two new lenses as well – the XF16-50mm F2.8-4.8 R LM WR and GF500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR. There is a lot to cover here but whether you’re a fan of Fuji’s APS-C cameras or interested in going “large” format with the GFX line, there’s a little something for everyone. Let’s jump right into it.
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Canon’s EOS R1 is Putting the Sports World on Notice
StandardToday, Canon USA announced the development of their first flagship RF-mount camera – the Canon EOS R1. Right now, official details on specs are light but what we do know has the potential to completely change the world of Sports photography. Here’s what we know so far.
Continue readingApple needs to bring macOS to the M4 iPad Pro
StandardI’ve been thinking a lot (too much) about the recently announced M4 iPad Pro. While this may come across as the rants of a disgruntled blogger or simply an Apple hater, the truth is that I’m looking at the day’s events as a consumer. While the “thinnest Apple product ever made” is probably the best iPad Pro iteration to date, it’s time for something much, much more from this product.
Continue readingBeyerdynamic’s MMX200 Gaming Headset Wants to Keep Your Head in the Game
StandardGaming headsets are a dime a dozen these days, with many promising everything from social audio capabilities to highly customized RGB that pairs with your favorite games. But what if you’re looking for unbeatable audio quality without the garish RGB lighting on every piece of your headset? The Beyerdynamic M200 promises gamers a fully immersive audio experience all in a sleek, dare I say, stylish headset that you could just as easily wear in public without fear of having your lunch money stolen. Here’s how my 4 months with the headset shakes out.
Continue readingDeal Alert: Amazon’s Fall Prime Day Deals to Grab
StandardWhether you’re just compulsively looking to rack up on Prime Day or you’re planning to make out like a bandit ahead of the holidays, Amazon’s first Fall Prime Day is here. To help cut through some of the noise, we’ll be checking the deals throughout the day to make sure that you can cut through the noise and head straight towards the deals.
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Continue readingAn Ultra-wide for APS-C: The Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN | Contemporary
StandardIf 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.
Continue readingChanging the Game – beyerdynamic’s First Wireless Gaming Headset the MMX 200
StandardIf you’re anything like me, gaming is a big part of your downtime – whether it’s picking up the latest fighting game, shooter, or roguelike it’s a hobby that can easily absorb much of your time. While having the latest console or a tricked-out PC is a big part, sound is an equally important part of the gaming experience. Enter the beyerdynamic MMX200, their first gaming headset that hopes to bring lots of connectivity options with few compromises.
Continue readingHasselblad Eyes the Streets with the XCD 4/28P Wide Angle Lens
StandardThe 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.
Continue readingMoment’s First Major Lens Refresh Eyes the Future of Mobile Photography – T-Series Announced
StandardMoment 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.
Continue readingA Street Icon Reborn – the Leica Q3
StandardToday, Leica announced the next generation Q-series camera – the Leica Q3. I often shy away from hyperbolic announcements but based on what we know so far, this is a major update to one of the most iconic street photography cameras available today. Here’s what a land yacht of a camera buys you.
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