Korean lens brand Samyang has announced that it will use the Photokina show next month to introduce a new 50mm f/1.4 lens for stills photographers and the same lens designed for videographers using DSLR and mirrorless cameras. Both the Samyang 50mm f/1.4 AS UMC and 50mm T1.5 AS UMC are designed to cover a full frame sensor and will each come in 10 mounts. Read more
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Fujifilm announces X30 enthusiast compact camera
Fujfilm has introduced its X30 enthusiast compact, which offers a 2/3″ X-Trans II CMOS sensor and a 28-112mm equivalent F2.0-2.8 lens – both of which are retained from the X20 that precedes it. New features include a larger, tilting 3″ LCD, an XGA OLED electronic viewfinder, a control wheel around the lens, and greatly improved battery life. A new ‘Classic Chrome’ film simulation mode has also been added, as has Wi-Fi. Read more
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Instagram Hyperlapse app creates smooth time-lapse video
Last week Microsoft announced development of a technology that turns shaky first-person video into smooth, stabilized hyperlapse videos. Now it appears that Instagram has beaten them to market with a similar product. They’ve announced Hyperlapse, an app that converts videos of up to 45 minutes into smooth and stable time-lapses with a speed of up to 12x faster than the original. Read more
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Part two: Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 / Sony Alpha 7S Comparative Review
Our comparative review of the Panasonic GH4 and Sony Alpha 7S started with a look at their designs, handling and video spec. They’ve set new benchmarks for the sophistication of their video capabilities, but they’re both potentially very capable stills cameras as well. That brings us to part two of our review, which adds six pages including analysis of image quality and dynamic range. We’ve also expanded our look at the video modes on each camera. Read more
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Opinion: Do we really need the Fuji X30?
With the camera industry moved on somewhat since the birth of the Fuji X series compact, is there still room for a 12 million pixel compact in a less-than compact body? In this opinion piece, senior contributing writer Damien Demolder ponders the very existence of Fujifim’s newest X-series camera. Read more
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The X-factor: Hands-on with Fujifilm’s X30
The X30, Fujifilm’s latest enthusiast compact camera, offers the same 12MP sensor and 28-112mm (equivalent) lens as the X20 but improves on its predecessor with updated ergonomics. Changes include a new electronic viewfinder, a tilting screen, and Wi-Fi. We’ve had access to a prototype X30 for a few days – click through for a hands-on tour of the new camera.
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X-Trans excellence? Fujifilm X30 First Impressions Review
Fujifilm’s new X30 premium compact is an intriguing piece of kit, with a larger-than-average sensor and reasonably fast lens. While not a revolutionary upgrade to the X20, it still provides some nice improvements. After some play time, we’ve put together a First Impressions Review that spells out what’s new and what’s not.
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DxOMark Mobile Report added to our HTC One M8 review
With top-notch hardware and plenty of imaging features, the HTC One M8 presents a lot to like as a mobile photography tool. Unfortunately, its 4 megapixel camera just can’t keep up with other flagship phones and we were underwhelmed by its image quality when we reviewed it. Our collaborators at DxO have put the One M8 through their usual round of mobile imaging tests. See how it scored
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Enthusiast compact camera roundup (2014)
Which capable compact, with plenty of control, should I buy?
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What to buy and why: Camera roundups updated
We’ve updated two of our 2013 camera roundups, bringing the enthusiast compact and consumer DSLR categories up to date with the latest models. These guides are designed to help give a comprehensive look at each camera class. We’ll be addressing the remaining four roundups in the coming weeks. Read more