It’s been quite the week, both in the world of camera technology and beyond… way beyond. We’ve been making steady progress on our full review of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV, Panasonic announced the first-even 20MP Micro Four Thirds camera, and us earthlings got our first good look at Pluto. Join us as we look back at a week of leaps and bounds. Read more
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The imaginative work of Moroccan photographer Achraf Baznani
Featuring miniaturized versions of himself as the lone character in his surrealist, cartoon-like scenarios, Achraf (pronounced ash-raaf) Baznani’s conceptual imagery incorporates symbolic elements like tea cups, lightbulbs, and glass jars. His images create a dream-like mix of fantasy and the real world. Check out his work and find out more about him. Read more
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SOOC Studio is a portable, foldable photography studio with LEDs
A group of industrial design students in South Africa has introduced SOOC Studio, a portable photography studio with integrated LED lighting sold in limited regions by their company WhiteBison. SOOC Studio folds into a compact shape with a handle and shoulder strap easy for carrying. When unfolded, it transforms into a white photography studio with integrated 6000K LED strips. Read more
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LG G4 camera review
The LG G4 follows on last year’s G3, and like its predecessor puts a lot of emphasis on camera specification. The 16MP 1/2.6-inch CMOS sensor is a touch larger than the 1/3-inch sensors in many other phones, and the F1.8 aperture is the fastest among the current crop of high-end mobile devices. We put its mobile imaging capabilities to the test. Read more
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Killer 4K? Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV first impressions updated with video samples
Our Sony Cyber-shot RX100 IV first impressions continues to grow as we’ve added a variety of video samples to the preview. The RX100 IV is Sony’s latest enthusiast compact, and its 20MP 1″-type stacked CMOS sensor is capable of 4K video and slow-motion clips ranging from 120-960 fps, all with virtually no rolling shutter. We put a number of these modes to the test. Read more
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ZTE launches Axon Pro with 13MP dual cam
ZTE has launched its new high-end device, the Axon Pro, which appears to be specifically designed with the US market in mind. In the camera department the new model comes with a dual-camera setup, similar to the one we’ve seen in the HTC One (M8). However, at 13MP the ZTE’s main camera comes with a considerably higher pixel count than the 4MP HTC. Read more
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Red launches firmware 6.0 with stills-focused features
Red has launched firmware version 6.0.23 for its cameras, a significant update over previous version 5.3.42 that brings some useful features for still photography. Included is a Motion + Stills mode that makes it possible to mark frames for still extraction while recording video. Read more
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Two new lenses and ‘Post-Focus’ technology on the way from Panasonic
Alongside two camera announcements, Panasonic has gone public with plans for a new post-focus feature for selected cameras and two new lenses. Enabled by 4K video capture and its DFD (Depth From Defocus) technology, Post Focus will allow users to select a focus point after capture. New lenses on the way include a Leica DG 100-400mm F4-6.3 zoom and Lumix G 25mm F1.7 prime. Read more
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Pentax K-3 II added to studio test scene comparison
We’ve just added Ricoh’s Pentax K-3 II to our studio test scene. An evolution of the K-3, it offers a 24MP stabilized CMOS sensor with a clever Pixel Shift mode that uses the camera’s stabilization system to record full color information from a scene. We tested it out on our studio scene – take a look at the results. Read more
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Panasonic introduces Lumix DMC-FZ300 splash and dustproof FZ200 successor
Panasonic has announced the Lumix FZ300, a 24x superzoom equipped with 4K video that’s designed to withstand a little bit of bad weather. It’s the successor to the FZ200, and keeps the 25-600mm equivalent F2.8 zoom range. Read more