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<p>We've been pretty busy testing cameras over the past few weeks, and these days, camera testing usually includes shooting video samples to evaluate video quality.</p><div class="videoWrapper"><div class="videoSeparator"><div class="videoLabel">Recent Videos</div></div><div class="raptiveVideoWrapper"><div class="adthrive-content-specific-playlist" data-playlist-id=""></div></div><div class="videoSeparator"></div></div>
<p>You can find these samples in our recent or upcoming camera reviews, but here's a quick roundup of video test reels we've shot recently for those who may have missed them.</p>
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<h2>Sony a9 III</h2>
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<p><a href="https://amzn.to/44qaO06" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sony's a9 III</a> is the first mirrorless camera to feature a global shutter, which is exciting to many videographers. But what about video quality? Check out this sample reel by former DPReview editor Carey Rose to see how it performs.</p>
<div class="buybuttons"><hr></hr><p class="header-text">Buy now:</p><div class="buttons-wrapper"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CMV98DP2?tag=gpsmed-1-20&amp;linkCode=ogv&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$5998 at Amazon.com</span></span></a><a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1794764-REG/sony_ilce_9m3_a9_iii_mirrorless_camera.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$5998 at B&amp;H Photo</span></span></a><a href="https://www.adorama.com/isoa9m3.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$5998 at Adorama</span></span></a></div><hr></hr></div>
<h2>Fujifilm X100VI</h2>
<div class="video"><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="326" id="videoFrame" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/gjwFSQMQzGM?rel=0&amp;autohide=1&amp;wmode=transparent&amp;enablejsapi=1" width="580"></iframe></div>
<p>Fujifilm announced the much-anticipated <a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1811352-REG/fujifilm_16821822_x100vi_digital_camera_silver.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">X100VI</a> rangefinder-style camera at an event in February. DPReview editor Richard Butler was present at the camera's launch in Japan and shared this overview of the camera from the streets of Tokyo.</p>
<div class="buybuttons"><hr></hr><p class="header-text">Buy now:</p><div class="buttons-wrapper"><a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1811353-REG/fujifilm_16821913_x100vi_digital_camera_black.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1599 at B&amp;H Photo</span></span></a><a href="https://www.adorama.com/ifjx1006.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1599 at Adorama</span></span></a></div><hr></hr></div>
<h2>Panasonic S5II / S5IIX</h2>
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<p>The <a href="https://amzn.to/3K4P7tr" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Panasonic S5II</a> landed on our doorstep just as we learned of our parent company's intention to close DPReview in 2023, and we've been looking for an opportunity to shoehorn it back into our testing calendar ever since we joined Gear Patrol last summer. The good news: we finally managed to block out time to finish<a href="/reviews/panasonic-lumix-dc-s5ii-review"> our review of the camera</a>.</p>
<p>For this video test reel, shot with the S5IIX, editor Dale Baskin picked a maritime theme and took the camera to Seattle's Lake Washington Ship Canal, Fisherman's Terminal and Ballard Locks to capture samples in a variety of of settings.</p>
<div class="buybuttons"><hr></hr><p class="header-text">Buy now:</p><div class="buttons-wrapper"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BR8JMCYG?tag=gpsmed-1-20&amp;linkCode=ogv&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1797 at Amazon.com</span></span></a><a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1742428-REG/panasonic_dc_s5m2body_lumix_s5_ii_mirrorless.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1798 at B&amp;H Photo</span></span></a><a href="https://www.adorama.com/pcs5m2.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1798 at Adorama</span></span></a></div><hr></hr></div>
<h2>Panasonic G9 II</h2>
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<p>The long-awaited <a href="https://amzn.to/3y34QWY" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Panasonic G9 II</a> is an impressive camera for both stills and video. Former editor Jeff Keller, who still writes for DPReview and authored our <a href="/reviews/panasonic-lumix-dc-g9-ii-review">Panasonic G9 II review</a>, took the camera to the Bloedel Reserve, a forest garden near Seattle, to capture this video reel.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<div class="buybuttons"><hr></hr><p class="header-text">Buy now:</p><div class="buttons-wrapper"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CHTHLVHS?tag=gpsmed-1-20&amp;linkCode=ogv&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1897 at Amazon.com</span></span></a><a href="https://www.adorama.com/ipcg9m2.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1898 at Adorama</span></span></a><a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1786235-REG/panasonic_lumix_g9ii_g9_ii.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1898 at B&amp;H Photo</span></span></a></div><hr></hr></div>
<h2>Nikon Zf</h2>
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<p>The <a href="https://amzn.to/3UIJ8As" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Nikon Zf</a> may look like a film camera from the 1980s, but it's a capable video tool. For this sample video, Richard Butler followed a friend on a ferry trip across Puget Sound to Bainbridge Island to visit a favorite haunt for fish and chips.</p>
<div class="buybuttons"><hr></hr><p class="header-text">Buy now:</p><div class="buttons-wrapper"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJDHSFTN?tag=gpsmed-1-20&amp;linkCode=ogv&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1996 at Amazon.com</span></span></a><a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1788062-REG/nikon_1761_zf_mirrorless_camera.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1997 at B&amp;H Photo</span></span></a><a href="https://www.adorama.com/nkzf.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1997 at Adorama</span></span></a></div><hr></hr></div></description><pubDate>Fri, 03 May 2024 13:00:00 Z</pubDate><a10:link rel="alternate" href="https://www.dpreview.com/articles/9403699671/test-reel-roundup-video-samples-you-may-have-missed" /><media:thumbnail url="https://2.img-dpreview.com/files/p/E~C320x0S1920x1440T1200x900~articles/9403699671/video-reels-roundup.jpeg" width="1200" height="900" /></item><item><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.dpreview.com/news/1089092571/firmware-update-roundup-fujifilm-nikon-sony-and-panasonic</guid><link>https://www.dpreview.com/news/1089092571/firmware-update-roundup-fujifilm-nikon-sony-and-panasonic</link><title>Firmware update roundup: Fujifilm, Nikon, Sony and Panasonic</title><description><h3>Fujifilm</h3>
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<p>Fujifilm's X-H2 cameras both gain a series of improvements, including tap-to-track AF in movies, improved AF tracking performance in stills mode and direct Frame.io connectivity.</p>
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<p>Fujifilm has issued a series of firmware updates for its GFX100 II, X-T5, X-H2, X-H2S and X100VI.</p><div class="videoWrapper"><div class="videoSeparator"><div class="videoLabel">Recent Videos</div></div><div class="raptiveVideoWrapper"><div class="adthrive-content-specific-playlist" data-playlist-id=""></div></div><div class="videoSeparator"></div></div>
<p>All five cameras gain some bug fixes and the ability to upload Raw files using the Xapp smartphone app, along with promises of more consistent Wi-Fi connections.</p>
<p>The X-H2S, X-H2 and X-T5 gain more, though, with the addition of AF tracking and the ability to tap-to-track in movie mode. The company also promises improved stills AF performance, with AF tracking less likely to lose focus.</p>
<p>They also gain the ability to upload files directly to the Frame.io platform (the X-H cameras previously required the File Transmitter FT-XH accessory grip.</p>
<p>Firmware can be downloaded from <a href="https://fujifilm-x.com/en-us/support/download/firmware/cameras/" target="article-1089092571">your local Fujifilm website</a> or via Xapp.</p>
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<p>The Sony a9 III gains some features promised at launch, including the ability to use its full shutter speed range when shooting 120 fps bursts.</p>
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<p>Sony has released the <a href="/news/7117867050/sony-announces-major-firmware-upgrades-for-a1-a9-iii-a7s-iii-and-a7-iv" target="article-1089092571">promised firmware v2.0</a> for the a9 III, adding a series of features including the ability to use the camera's full shutter speed range when shooting at 120fps.</p>
<p>It's also re-released an updated version of the firmware for the a1, which it announced in March and then withdrew. Firmware v2.01 fixes a networking bug that was present in firmware v2.00.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<p>Firmware for both cameras can be downloaded from <a href="https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/interchangeable-lens-cameras-e-mount-body" target="article-1089092571">your local Sony support website</a>.</p>
<p>The company has also started selling the paid-for licenses that allow users of the a7 IV, a1, a9 III and a7S III to <a href="https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/index.html" rel="noopener" target="_blank">install custom grid-line displays</a> on their cameras. The feature is aimed at professional photographers who produce large volumes of photos and need a high level of consistency between shots to speed-up their workflow. The $150 license fee can be paid at Sony's <a href="https://pro.sony/ue_US/digital-imaging/volume-photography" target="article-1089092571">professional products website</a>.</p>
<h3>Nikon</h3>
<p>Nikon has released a series of firmware updates this month, including ones for the Z5, Z8, D7500 and D850. These primarily resolve a minor bug relating to the handling of Wi-Fi passwords when the cameras are reset.</p>
<p>Zf owners gain a more extensive series of bug fixes, with firmware v1.20 ensuring details such as consistent white balance in images shot in pixel shift mode.</p>
<p>These updates can be downloaded from the <a href="https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/index.html" target="article-1089092571">Nikon website</a> for your region, or via the Snapbridge app.</p>
<h3>OM System</h3>
<p>OM System has issued firmware updates for its OM-5, OM-1 and OM-1 II models. The firmware for all three offers bug fixes, with the OM-1 models also gaining the ability to choose which security protocol is used to communicate with smartphones. This lets you force the camera to use WPA2 if the WPA3/WPA2 option isn't working.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<p>Updates can be downloaded from <a href="https://explore.omsystem.com/us/en/firmware" target="article-1089092571">OM System's website</a>.</p>
<h3>Panasonic</h3>
<p><a href="/news/9888318914/panasonic-adds-pre-burst-and-cameras-to-cloud-to-s5-ii-and-s5-ii-x" target="article-1089092571">Panasonic's Lumix DC-S5II and S5IIX</a> received updates adding camera-to-cloud connectivity, some additional subject recognition modes and pre-burst shooting.</p>
<p>Coincidentally, Panasonic North American has also released a <a href="https://shop.panasonic.com/blogs/lumix/panasonic-unveils-innovative-firmware-license-to-unlock-volume-photography-workflow" target="article-1089092571">paid-for firmware option</a> for professionals generating high volumes of images. This can integrate with several workflow tools and Panasonic's own barcode/QR code scanner and also offers framing masks to aid consistent composition. This $199 upgrade is available now.</p>
<h3>Any we've missed?</h3>
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<p>May 11 is World Migratory Bird Day, and we want to see your best bird images! Take part in the official DPReview Editor's Challenges for your chance to have <a href="/articles/1396158790/our-favorite-pictures-from-the-north-american-eclipse-dpreview-editors-challenge-results">your work featured on our homepage</a>, in articles and galleries. We may even reach out to interview you about your work!</p><div class="videoWrapper"><div class="videoSeparator"><div class="videoLabel">Recent Videos</div></div><div class="raptiveVideoWrapper"><div class="adthrive-content-specific-playlist" data-playlist-id=""></div></div><div class="videoSeparator"></div></div>
<p>You don't need to take your pictures on May 11. Anytime starting today is okay. Just be sure to <strong>submit your best work by May 16.</strong></p>
<p>DPReview editors will review every photo you upload to an Editors' Challenge. We'll publish our favorites in a gallery and celebrate your work with our peers.</p>
<p>If you miss participating in this one, please look out for <a href="/challenges/Series.aspx?ID=1312">our next editors' challenge</a>. We have many DPReview Editor's Challenges planned for our 25th anniversary; you can even leave a comment to suggest our next theme.</p>
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<p>The Fujifilm X100VI is a photographers' fixed-lens camera that combines a stabilized 40MP APS-C sensor with a 35mm equivalent F2 lens.</p>
<h2>Key features:</h2>
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<li>40MP BSI CMOS APS-C X-Trans sensor</li>
<li>35mm equiv F2 lens</li>
<li>In-body IS rated at up to 6EV of correction</li>
<li>Hybrid optical/electronic viewfinder (3.69M dot OLED panel)</li>
<li>Machine-learning trained subject recognition AF</li>
<li>14 film simulations</li>
<li>6.2K video capture and 10-bit recording</li>
<li>Built-in 4EV ND filter</li>
<li>Tilt up/down rear touchscreen</li>
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<p>The X100VI is available now at an MSRP of $1599, a $200 increase over the previous models. Despite demand initially outstripping supply, the backlog does appear to be easing, somewhat.</p>
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<li class="newsLink"><strong><a href="#BC">Body and controls</a></strong></li>
<li class="newsLink"><a href="#AF"><strong>Image quality</strong></a></li>
<li class="newsLink"><a href="#AF"><strong>Autofocus</strong></a></li>
<li class="newsLink"><a href="#VT"><strong>Video</strong></a></li>
<li class="newsLink"><a href="#CC"><strong>Conclusion</strong></a></li>
<li class="newsLink"><a href="#SG"><strong>Sample gallery</strong></a></li>
<li class="newsLink"><strong><a href="/reviews/0046017017/2">Specifications</a></strong></li>
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<li><strong>Feb 20th:</strong> Initial review published</li>
<li><strong>May 1st:</strong> Body and controls updated, Image quality, Autofocus, Video, Conclusion and Review samples gallery published.</li>
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<p>The biggest change in the X100VI is the addition of in-body image stabilization.</p><div class="videoWrapper"><div class="videoSeparator"><div class="videoLabel">Recent Videos</div></div><div class="raptiveVideoWrapper"><div class="adthrive-content-specific-playlist" data-playlist-id=""></div></div><div class="videoSeparator"></div></div>
<p>Interestingly, Fujfilm says the IS performance drops from 6.0EV of correction to 5.5EV of correction if you use the viewfinder in optical mode. The company has not given any insight into why this is the case.</p>
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<p>Very little appears to have changed on the back of the X100VI. Though hunt as you like, you won't find the phrase 'Made in Japan,' anywhere. We traditionally don't take a position on such issues but feel it's worth mentioning when it comes in conjunction with a price rise.</p>
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<p>The X100VI also sees a move to the 40MP BSI CMOS sensor used in the X-H2 and X-T5. It's a sensor that delivers high levels of detail capture, and from what we've shot so far, we don't have much concern about the lens's ability to make the most of this resolution bump.</p>
<p>The VI also features Fujifilm's X Processor V, that brings with it the machine-learning trained subject recognition algorithms. This means the X100VI has modes to recognize animals, birds, automobiles, motorcycles and bikes, airplanes or trains. As with other recent Fujifilm cameras, human face and eye detection is a separate mode, so you'll need to configure two buttons or positions on the Q Menu if you plan to swap between photographing people and a different subject type.</p>
<h3>Film simulations</h3>
<p>The X100VI gains the Reala ACE film simulation first seen in the GFX 100 II. Alongside this are added the Nostalgic Neg and Eterna Bleach Bypass simulations, taking the total number to 14 simulated filmstocks or 20 if you include the faux-color-filtered variations of the mono modes.</p>
<p>This is a lot to choose from, even for experimenting with them after the fact, using in-camera Raw conversion. For the most part, the options available represent film responses that you might actually choose to use, but the distinction between some modes is becoming quite subtle, and there's a balance between providing useful options and feature-bloat.</p>
<h3>Camera to cloud</h3>
<p>The X100VI becomes Fuijfilm's first camera to support the camera-to-cloud (c-2-c) system using its built-in Wi-Fi. This comes in addition to the usual Wi-Fi-to-smartphone options. It lets you pair the camera with a Wi-Fi network and then have the camera upload images and video directly to Adobe's Frame.io cloud-based collaboration platform. We found it was easy to set up and gives the option to auto upload files as they're created or to let you manually select the ones you wish to upload. You can select specific file types, too, so that it only uploads video or JPEGs, or just Raws or HEIFs, as you prefer.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<h3>Video</h3>
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<p>The X100 series has always offered video to some degree, but we've not heard of a lot of people making use of that capability. The X100VI offers essentially the same options as the X-T5 (itself not the company's most video-focused model), so you gain 10-bit recording, 6.2K capture from a 1.23x (43mm equiv) cropped region or 'HQ' 4K derived from this footage. This exhibits appreciable rolling shutter. Alternatively, there's sub-sampled 4K at up to 30p from the sensor's full with or at up to 60p with a 1.14x crop.</p>
<p>Like the recent GFX 100 II, the X100VI now has AF tracking in video mode, and this isn't restricted to the subjects it's been trained to recognize.</p>
<p>The X100VI has a mic input and can use its USB-C socket for audio monitoring, though, unlike the X-T5, no USB-to-3.5mm adapter is provided.</p>
<p>It's interesting to note that many movie mode settings are now accessible only when the camera is in Movie drive mode. This way, there's only a single page of basic video functions in the menu when you're shooting stills.</p>
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<h3>Other changes:</h3>
<p>In addition to updating some of the camera's main specs, the X100VI also inherits many of the smaller refinements and updates that Fujifilm has developed in the four years since the last model was released. These include:</p>
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<li>HEIF capture</li>
<li>Skin smoothing effect</li>
<li>White priority and Ambience Priority Auto WB modes</li>
<li>Custom AF zone areas</li>
<li>Option to limit available AF area types for AF-S or AF-C shooting</li>
<li>Pre-shot bursts (E-shutter + Cont H)</li>
<li>Self-timer lamp on/off</li>
<li>Interval shooting with an external timer</li>
<li>Interval priority mode (prioritizes chosen interval, irrespective of exposure time)</li>
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<h2 id="BC" style="margin-top: 8%;">Body and controls</h2>
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<p>The X100VI is 2mm deeper than the existing X100V, and 43g heavier. In practice, neither of these changes is especially noticeable. The camera still doesn't feel overly heavy.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<p>The body's dimensions are similar enough to still fit in the existing LC-X100V leather camera case. It's also still compatible with the existing tele and wide-angle converter lenses. It uses the same lens as the previous model, so you can weather-seal the camera if you add the filter ring adapter and a filter of some sort.</p>
<p>The rear screen on the X100VI is a refinement of the tilting touchscreen on the previous model. It now tilts down a little further (45° rather than 30°) and pulls away from the body and viewfinder a little when tilted up for waist-level shooting. It's a small change, but a welcome one.</p>
<h3>Controls</h3>
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<p>The control layout is identical to the previous model, with dedicated controls for aperture, shutter speed, exposure comp and ISO (albeit an ISO control that's fiddly to the point of primarily being decorative). As with previous models and many historic film cameras, the exposure mode is dictated by the position of the dedicated dials. Essentially you turn the dial to 'A' if you want the camera to control that value:</p>
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<p>Exposure compensation is available in all modes, including Manual, if you have Auto ISO selected. And, since the shutter speed dial only has whole-stop steps, you can use a command dial to give you 1/3rd stop precision, ±2/3 EV from the value selected on the dial.</p>
<h3>Command dials</h3>
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<p>In addition, there are two pressable command dials on the front and back of the camera, which can have a series of functions applied to them if the dedicated controls aren't being used.</p>
<p>By default, the camera's front clickable dial is set to control aperture, ISO and exposure comp (with a click of the dial cycling between the options). However, it doesn't actually let you control any of these things unless you consciously hand off control from the dedicated dials first.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<p>This is where things get a little complicated: the exposure comp and ISO dials have dedicated 'C' positions to pass control over to the command dials. The shutter speed dial doesn't have a C position, so instead should be turned to its 'T' (Time) setting. The aperture ring doesn't have a C position but its 'A' (Auto) position can be reconfigured to act as 'C', via the menus. This may not be obvious, given the ISO dial has both an A and a C position, but this is where the X100 series development has brought us to.</p>
<p>We find it hard to imagine many people are assigning three settings to the command dials, and hence needing the pressable dials to make their function toggleable, but for most permutations we can anticipate, we think you can configure them only to the functions you want to control, so at least you won't accidentally press the dial and adjust anything unexpected.</p>
<p>Disappointingly, if you set ISO to 'A' you can't use a command dial to select between the three Auto ISO presets that you can configure. For that you'll need to select 'C' and be careful not to scroll the command dial too far and disengage Auto ISO altogether.</p>
<h3>Hybrid viewfinder</h3>
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<p>The X100VI has the same hybrid optical/electronic viewfinder as its immediate predecessor. This has three modes: fully electronic, fully optical and optical with an inset electronic display.</p>
<p>As with all viewfinders that are offset from the lens and sensor, the optical finder is affected by parallax: when focused at infinity, the difference in position between the lens and viewfinder is irrelevant, but it becomes increasingly important as the focus distance decreases. Not only does the framing of the photo diverge at closer focus distances, the position of the AF points effectively moves down and to the right as you focus on closer subjects.</p>
<p>The X100VI finder includes the improvements made in firmware 2.0 for the X100V. A 'Corrected AF point' option (AF/MF Settings pg 3) displays a bracketed indicator in the OVF, showing where your AF point will move to if you focus close to the camera. Another menu option, 'Bright Frame Position Memory' (Setup/Screen Setup pg 1) lets you decide if you want the AF box to revert to infinity after each shot or stay at the correct position for the last time you focused. Between these two options, you should be able to get the OVF to work the way you're most comfortable with.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<h4>OVF inset tab</h4>
<p>A quick note on the tab at the bottom right-hand corner of the OVF, which can be popped-up to have an electronic display projected onto it. In MF and AF-S modes, its default behavior is to show a magnified view of your chosen AF point, and you can press the rear dial to change the magnification. In AF-C mode, it simply shows the entire scene, so it isn't terribly useful.</p>
<h3>Battery</h3>
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<p>The X100VI uses the same NP-W126S battery as the previous few X100 models. It's an 8.2Wh unit from which the camera is rated to deliver 450 shots per charge using the optical viewfinder or 310 shots if you use the EVF. The usual caveats come into play: in many shooting scenarios you can expect to get around double this number.</p>
<p>As you'd expect of a modern camera, you can charge the battery in the camera using a USB-C cable. As is becoming increasingly common, no offboard charger is supplied in the box to avoid electronic waste.</p>
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<h2 id="IQ" style="margin-top: 8%;">Image quality</h2>
<p>As part of the work on our review of the Fujifilm X100VI, we've shot and processed our standard studio test images with the camera.</p>
<div>Our <a href="/articles/4553555371/introducing-the-test-scene" target="article-5497708999">test scene is designed to simulate</a> a variety of textures, colors and detail types you'll encounter in the real world. It also has two illumination modes to see the effect of different lighting conditions.</div>
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<p>Given the camera is based on a sensor we've seen before, there are few surprises in terms of its performance. It produces more detail than the <span class="linkish imageComparisonLink" id="icl-5922--942022866">26MP sensor in the X100V</span><script type="text/javascript">$(document).ready(function() { $("#icl-5922--942022866").click(function() { ImageComparisonWidgetLink(5922); }); })</script>, though perhaps not to the degree you'd expect of its 24% increase in linear resolution. Inevitably it shows more noise at the pixel level than lower-res sensors, but is <span class="linkish imageComparisonLink" id="icl-5923--822446852">comparable when viewed at the same output size</span><script type="text/javascript">$(document).ready(function() { $("#icl-5923--822446852").click(function() { ImageComparisonWidgetLink(5923); }); })</script>, up until the <span class="linkish imageComparisonLink" id="icl-5924-1412444404">very highest ISO settings</span><script type="text/javascript">$(document).ready(function() { $("#icl-5924-1412444404").click(function() { ImageComparisonWidgetLink(5924); }); })</script>.</p>
<h3>Lens performance</h3>
<p>The studio scene is not intended as a lens test: we typically use very high-performance lenses at an aperture that delivers high levels of cross-frame consistency with little risk of diffraction limiting the performance. However, with the X100VI, we have no choice but to use the built-in lens.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<p>The 35mm equiv field of view means we have to move much closer to the target but this is still at over 40x focal length, so isn't especially close-up. An aperture value of F5.6 means the test isn't as aggressive as it could be.</p>
<p>And the X100VI's lens appears to acquit itself well in these circumstances. In the JPEGs it's comparably detailed near the center as the X-H2's results, using the 56mm F1.2 R lens we use for X-series ILCs (though the X100VI is possibly having to <span class="linkish imageComparisonLink" id="icl-5925--466670728">apply more sharpening</span><script type="text/javascript">$(document).ready(function() { $("#icl-5925--466670728").click(function() { ImageComparisonWidgetLink(5925); }); })</script> to deliver this result). Things get a little softer towards the corners and exhibit some (easily corrected) lateral chromatic aberration and a degree of vignetting in the Raw conversion. For a lens that's as compact as it is, it appears to be doing a good job in front of a high-resolution sensor.</p>
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<p>The X100VI's tiny eight-element lens isn't the absolute sharpest, and a 40MP sensor means pixel-level performance noticeably drops away if the light isn't pretty bright. But Fujifilm's JPEG engine and its wide array of interesting and attractive 'Film Simulation' color modes give excellent results.</p>
<p>Fujifilm X100VI | ISO 250 | F2.8 | 1/1500 sec<br><em>Photo: Richard Butler</em></p>
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<p>As with all the other 40MP X-Trans cameras, the Adobe Camera Raw conversion isn't showing the same levels of contrast or sharpening that the camera's own JPEGs do, so it's worth downloading the Raw files to see whether your preferred software and processing workflow produce results you're happier with. But overall, we feel it does well.</p>
<p>Most importantly, we have found it to show solid (if not outstanding) results in real-world shooting, which tends to be a lot less demanding than a highly detailed chart that allows side-by-side comparison with some of the best lens/sensor combinations money can buy. It's not especially sharp when used wide-open at close distances, but we weren't unhappy with the results.</p>
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<h2 id="AF" style="margin-top: 8%;">Autofocus</h2>
<p>Autofocus is one of the most expanded areas of the X100VI and yet, somewhat paradoxically, one of the least changed.</p>
<p>The X100VI gains the subject recognition system first introduced in the X-H2S. It's been trained to recognize your choice of subjects. This is guided by the underlying AF controls, so you can still select anything from a single, variable-size AF point, via customizable AF zones up to the whole image area, and the camera will focus on the recognized subject nearest your specified area. In AF-C mode, there's also an AF tracking mode that gives a mid-sized AF point that will then follow the selected subject around the frame if they move.</p>
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<p>The addition of subject detection AF can make it quicker to select a target or be more confident that the camera will focus in the right place, but it doesn't particularly improve AF performance itself. We mainly found ourselves using the X100VI in AF-S mode.</p>
<p>Fujifilm X100VI | ISO 125 | F4.0 | 1/640 sec<br><em>Photo: Richard Butler</em></p>
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<p>As mentioned earlier, subject recognition is a distinct series of settings from human face/eye detection, so you'll need to configure two of the camera's scarce custom buttons if you wish to regularly swap from face/eye detection to and from one of the subject detection modes.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<p>Subject detection and eye detection do not work when you are using the optical viewfinder, where you have only a single AF point size. AF tracking (without subject recognition) is available, though. This means you lose most of the camera's more advanced focus capabilities if you try to use one of its defining features.</p>
<h3>AF performance</h3>
<p>However, while subject recognition works very well at identifying subjects, the X100VI's heavy, unit-focus lens can't move quickly enough to sensibly maintain focus on moving targets. So, despite its interface being very similar to cameras such as the X-H2S, its AF system as a whole is much, much less effective.</p>
<p>While subject recognition makes it slightly easier and quicker to focus on an animal or bird in your image, it doesn't particularly improve the likelihood of you getting your shot if your subject moves. That's not primarily what this camera is for, but means these detection modes are less valuable than on, say, the X-H2S.</p>
<p>As with the X100 cameras that came before it, you're better off learning to pre-focus and anticipate movement than you are to place too much faith in continuous AF.</p>
<p>The X100VI is a little faster to focus than most of its predecessors, but it's still very much a camera where you work around its AF system's performance, rather than depending on it.</p>
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<h2 id="VT" style="margin-top: 8%;">Video</h2>
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<p>The X100VI offers essentially the same video features as the X-T5, which means footage at up to 6.2K at up to 30p from a 1.23x crop of the sensor, line-skipped 4K at up to 30p from the full-width of the sensor, 4K 50 or 60p from a 1.14x crop or a high-quality 4K mode at up to 30p derived from the cropped 6.2K footage. The main limitation being that the camera's older UHS-I card slot limits bitrates to a maximum of 200Mbps, lower than the X-T5's highest quality settings.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<p>As with the X-T5, each mode is a trade-off between detail, rolling shutter and the need to crop: which not only means more noise but on a fixed focal length lens also dictates a new angle-of-view.</p>
<h3>Video crops &amp; rolling shutter timings</h3>
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<p>The line-skipped standard 4K footage won't stand up to intense pixel peeping and will be more prone to moiré and noise than a low-res sensor that can read out all its pixels suitably quickly, but for most applications, it looks pretty good.</p>
<p>Our notes about AF not being the fastest mean we would tend to use the AF on the X100VI only for slow focus pulls, rather than trying to rapidly refocusing to stick on a subject but the newly-added tap-to-track system is pretty good at sticking on your intended subject. The camera's IS is also a significant bonus, and can be combined with some digital correction (with, necessarily, an additional crop) to further smooth things out. And the ability to use the camera's ND filter when shooting video can be handy, too.</p>
<p>If you're really determined to shoot with the X100VI, you can use a USB-C dongle to connect some headphones for audio monitoring and an adapter to connect a mic to the 2.5mm socket, but we feel there are probably better (and probably less expensive) platforms if video projects are your thing.</p>
<h4>Camera-to-cloud</h4>
<p>The X100VI is the first Fujifilm camera to be able to upload photos and video directly to Adobe's Frame.io platform. This is primarily a collaboration platform, originally designed for video production. And, while there certainly are workflows for situations such as wedding photography, where constantly uploading files so that an off-site editor can get to work immediately, it's also worth considering as a simple way of uploading your photos if you don't have the time or skills to set up your own SFTP site.</p>
<p>For now, at least, Frame.io has a free service that gives up to two people access and allows you to upload 2GB of files. This may be useful to a lot of people who want to automatically offload their latest photos after a shoot, as an alternative to using Xapp to transfer low-res or small batches of images to a phone.</p>
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<h2 id="CC" style="margin-top: 8%;">Conclusion</h2>
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<li>Good image quality in JPEG and Raw</li>
<li>Excellent array of color modes for stills and video</li>
<li>Engaging direct control dials</li>
<li>Distinctive hybrid OVF/EVF</li>
<li>Combination of size, quality and styling</li>
<li>Image stabilization makes the most of high pixel-count sensor</li>
<li>Strong video capabilities</li>
<li>Decent battery life</li>
<li>Built-in ND lets you use the aperture of your choice even in bright light</li>
<li>Camera-to-cloud and smartphone app both reliable in our testing</li>
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<li>Lens doesn't focus fast enough to make the most of its new AF capabilities</li>
<li>Arguably more dials than necessary</li>
<li>Face/Eye detection separate from subject recognition, so awkward to switch back and forth</li>
<li>Function/Focus dial easily knocked (we disengage it)</li>
<li>Lens isn't the sharpest, especially when wide-open and close-up</li>
<li>Have to use EVF or rear screen for face/eye detection</li>
<li>Not all Raw converters can get the best out of the X-Trans design</li>
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<p>The X100VI is, as you might expect, an iterative update to the much-loved series of cameras. The higher-res sensor and image stabilization, along with some other little tweaks make it the best yet.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<p>By now you probably know if you're the target audience. If you find yourself wondering whether it makes more sense to buy a mirrorless camera, for the flexibility of interchangeable lenses, or find that its looks prompt the words 'Hipster' or 'TikTok' to spring to mind, then this isn't the camera for you.</p>
<p>From a glass half-empty position, it's a camera of compromise. Its autofocus, while the best performing and most useable of the series yet, is a world away from the best contemporary mirrorless cameras. Its (tiny) lens isn't as sharp or as edge-to-edge consistent as a top-notch 35mm equiv could be. And, fundamentally, it's a camera whose fixed lens places limitations on your photography.</p>
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<p>The X100VI isn't the most practical or flexible camera, meaning you have to really want the one thing it does. But the experience of shooting and the attractiveness of the JPEGs can leave you smiling.</p>
<p>Fujifilm X100VI | ISO 250 | F5.6 | 1/250 sec<br><em>Photo: Richard Butler</em></p>
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<p>But I found the experience to be refreshing. A camera that just tries to be one thing makes you focus on the thing it does. Even though the OVF isn't actually very practical, it helps the camera feel distinctive and special. And for all that it's possible to worry about the corner performance of the lens, I regularly find myself looking back at the JPEGs thinking: 'that looks great.'</p>
<p>As a reviewer, tasked with investigating its every feature and control point, I found myself wondering if borrowing too much from other X-series models has detracted from its purity of focus, but I also found that I soon enough just ignored all the stuff I didn't want to use and got on with shooting.</p>
<p>As with previous X100 models, it's probably a camera you choose with your heart, not your head. But if you go into it with that knowledge, the X100VI might just help remind you of how much fun photography can be.</p>
<h3>Scoring</h3>
<p>Scoring is relative only to the other cameras in the same category. <a href="/articles/4416254604/camera-scores-ratings-explained" target="article-5638079505">Click here</a> to learn about what these numbers mean.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
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Its styling communicates both what it is and isn&#39;t, and this will (and should) attract or repel you accordingly. If you want a beautiful, limiting, nonsensical photo tool that will help document your life in better-than-reality color, then meet your perfect companion. It has its foibles: you may never notice or care.</div></td></tr><tr class="goodForNotSoGoodFor"><td colspan="2"><table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="0"><tr><td><table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="0"><tr class="suitability goodFor"><td><span class="circleBackground"></span><div class="label">Good for</div><div class="text">Photographers who want a 35mm-equiv camera they can fall in love with</div></td></tr></table></td><td><table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="0"><tr class="suitability notGoodFor"><td><span class="circleBackground"></span><div class="label">Not so good for</div><div class="text">Anyone looking for flexibility, speed or practicality.</div></td></tr></table></td></tr></table></td></tr><tr class="summary"><td colspan="2"><table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="0" class="awardAndScore"><tr class=""><td class="award"><span class="award gold"></span></td><td class="score"><div class="overallScore"><div class="box"><div class="score">87%</div><div class="label">Overall score</div></div></div></td></tr></table></td></tr></tbody></table></div><script type="text/javascript">RegularScoreCompareWidget({"mainElementId":"scoringWidget","mainProduct":"fujifilm_x100vi","scoringSchema":{"id":"SLRs","variables":[{"id":"BuildQuality"},{"id":"ErgonomicsAndHandling"},{"id":"Features"},{"id":"MeteringAndFocusAccuracy"},{"id":"QualityRaw"},{"id":"QualityJpeg"},{"id":"LowLightHighISO"},{"id":"ViewfinderScreenRating"},{"id":"Optics"},{"id":"Performance"},{"id":"Movie"},{"id":"Connectivity"},{"id":"Value"}],"categories":[{"id":"EntryLevel","label":"Entry Level Interchangeable Lens Camera / DSLR","shortLabel":"Entry Level"},{"id":"MidRange","label":"Mid Range Interchangeable Lens Camera / DSLR","shortLabel":"Mid Level"},{"id":"EntryLevelFullFrame","label":"Entry Level Full Frame Camera","shortLabel":"Entry Level Full Frame"},{"id":"MidRangeFullFrame","label":"Mid Range Full Frame Camera","shortLabel":"Mid Range Full Frame"},{"id":"SemiProfessional","label":"Semi-professional Interchangeable Lens Camera / DSLR","shortLabel":"Semi-professional"},{"id":"SemiProfessionalFullFrame","label":"Semi-professional Full Frame Camera","shortLabel":"Semi-professional Full Frame"},{"id":"Professional","label":" Professional Interchangeable Lens Camera / DSLR","shortLabel":"Professional"},{"id":"LargeSensorCompactEntry","label":"Entry Level Large Sensor Compact Camera","shortLabel":"Entry Level Large Sensor Compact"},{"id":"LargeSensorCompactEnthusiast","label":"Enthusiast Large Sensor Compact Camera","shortLabel":"Enthusiast Large Sensor Compact"},{"id":"VideoCamera","label":"Video Camera","shortLabel":"Video Camera"}]},"helpText":"Choose one or more cameras from the drop-down menu, then roll your mouse over the names to see how their scores compare to the camera on review."})</script>
<h3>Compared to its peers</h3>
<p>We've already looked at the <a href="/articles/1575677463/ricoh-gr-iiix-vs-fujifilm-x100v-which-is-the-photographers-compact-king">differences between the X100VI and the Ricoh GR IIIx</a> in some detail but, perhaps unsurprisingly, it's mainly a question of whether you want the classic looks and hybrid viewfinder experience of the Fujifilm or the neat pocketability of the GR. The Fujifilm wins hands-down in video, for what that's worth. The X100VI also has the edge in terms of JPEG output, we feel, but ultimately we think the underlying design concept of each camera, rather than any aspect of performance, will decide this one.</p>
<p>The X100VI's closest competitor is arguably <a href="/reviews/fujifilm-x100v-review">its predecessor</a>, especially now they're starting to appear on the second-hand market at less inflated prices. The 40MP sensor of the X100VI doesn't offer a devastating increase in quality, nor does the addition of image stabilization definitively seal the deal. Likewise, we could live without the Reala ACE film simulation and subject recognition modes, if we had to. But collectively they, and details such as camera-to-cloud and seemingly improved Bluetooth and Wi-Fi reliability just keep nudging the needle further towards the new camera.</p>
<p>So what about a mirrorless camera with a 35mm-equiv lens? <a href="/reviews/sony-a6700-review">Sony's a6700</a>, for example, is pretty small, has an electronic viewfinder and a decent choice of lenses (including options such as 85mm-equiv primes that the Fujifilm can't match). It also offers both autofocus and video that significantly outperform the X100VI, making it vastly more flexible. But within the bounds of what it's trying to be, the X100VI offers a more coherent, consistent and distinctive user experience than a mirrorless camera does, and a hybrid viewfinder that can set this experience apart. We think both approaches can be very good, but they're terrible substitutes for one another.</p>
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<p>For the review gallery we've primarily shot using the new Reala ACE profile, which offers a fairly subtle color response with less contrasty shadows. The Film Simulation used for each image is indicated.</p>
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<h3>Pre-production sample gallery</h3>
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<p>The Viltrox AF 40mm F2.5 Z is a full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount cameras. The lightweight prime lens provides a normal field of view, roughly approximating the perspective of human vision.</p><div class="videoWrapper"><div class="videoSeparator"><div class="videoLabel">Recent Videos</div></div><div class="raptiveVideoWrapper"><div class="adthrive-content-specific-playlist" data-playlist-id=""></div></div><div class="videoSeparator"></div></div>
<p>We put the AF 40mm F2.5 on a Nikon Z7 and captured photos from rain-soaked Seattle to the sunny high desert of central Oregon, in a variety of lighting conditions. Check out our sample gallery to get a better idea of how this lens performs in the field.</p>
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<p>Hundreds of readers wrote in to share thoughtful and surprising responses. Thematically, many reminisced about old film cameras, others wanted an update to DSLRs of yesteryear and a few just wanted to see the guts of top-of-the-line cameras mashed into camera bodies they loved.</p>
<p>Here are five of our favorite responses:</p>
<h3>1. Cosina CT-1A</h3>
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<p>Not the CT-1A but a model that was very similar and a variation from Cosina. These cameras were very manual with no frills, but they did the job.</p>
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<p>A DPReview reader wrote: "Cosina CT1-A. It was amazingly light and had simple metering, no fuss, no choice. Digital has somehow removed the essence of the moment."</p>
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<h3>2. Kodak Retina iic</h3>
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<p>A DPReview reader wrote: "Kodak Retina iic. A wonderful built camera in Leica Quality with the possibility to just like Fuji x100 use wide and telephoto adaptors. Nice in hand, small and foldable that is the one!"</p>
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<h3>3. Nikon D300s</h3>
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<p>A DPReview reader wrote: "For me the <a href="/reviews/nikond300s">Nikon D300s</a> is special. The sound of the shutter, sounds 'just right' to me. The grip is big and comfortable. I compared it to my D3300 with twice the resolution and it's much sharper, oddly. The menus have nearly all the options I'd like. If I could change the sensor for one with more detail and reduce the weight I'd be very happy. Now I'm a Z user, I would prefer an EVF, with all the features that brings."</p>
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<h3><strong>4. Olympus Pen-F</strong></h3>
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<p>A DPReview reader wrote: "The original <a href="/products/olympus/slrs/olympus_penf">Olympus Pen-F</a>, or, the last one with a self-timer. Wouldn't want the middle one with the internal meter because it darkened the viewfinder."</p>
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<h3>5. Epson R-D1</h3>
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<p>A DPReview reader wrote: "<a href="/articles/1924025521/epsonrd1">Epson R-D1</a>. No other proper digital camera has come close to it in replicating the feeling of film shooting. Still my favorite camera but could really use a modern refresh."</p>
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<p>Unless you’re one of the increasingly rare photographers who tag and organize their images, finding specific photos in ever-growing libraries tends to be frustrating and time-consuming. <a href="https://cyme.io/peakto-search-plugin-lightroom/">Peakto Search</a> is a new utility from CYME that uses machine learning to index Lightroom Classic libraries and find photos using text prompts or image similarity.</p><div class="videoWrapper"><div class="videoSeparator"><div class="videoLabel">Recent Videos</div></div><div class="raptiveVideoWrapper"><div class="adthrive-content-specific-playlist" data-playlist-id=""></div></div><div class="videoSeparator"></div></div>
<p>The Lightroom Classic plug-in, which works only under macOS, is an outgrowth of <a href="https://peakto.com/">Peakto</a>, the company’s larger app for managing multiple libraries from various sources such as Apple Photos, Capture One, Luminar and others (but Peakto Search does not require Peakto to run). It’s available as a one-time purchase retailing for $129 or as a subscription ranging from $3.70 to $9.00 per month depending on whether you pay for 24 months, 12 months or single months. A free 7-day trial applies when you sign up for one of the subscription options.</p>
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<p>Peakto Search appears as a floating window separate from Lightroom Classic, which you access from the macOS menu bar or from the Plug-in Extras menu in Lightroom. If you have multiple catalogs, such as to separate personal and work libraries or dedicated to separate jobs or clients, you can load them all into Peakto Search and the utility will grab results from them all, not just the currently running one.</p>
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<h2>Search by text prompt</h2>
<p>Typically when you do a search in Lightroom Classic, it’s based on textual metadata (found in EXIF data or as keywords you’ve added) or attributes such as shutter speed, camera model or lens. What Classic does not offer is a way to search the contents of images. (The newer Lightroom desktop app does, because Adobe performs object recognition on photos in the cloud.)</p>
<p>Peakto Search scans a Lightroom Classic catalog and builds an index of the objects and scenes it recognizes from the machine learning models it uses. Instead of hoping you tagged an image with the keyword “beach” or that it appears somewhere in the metadata (such as GPS information), you can type a prompt such as “smiling people at the beach” to get results that match or approximate those terms.</p>
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<p>Results appear quickly and get refined as you type, so “smiling people” will bring up a host of hits that change as you continue typing “at the beach.”</p>
<p>You can narrow the search results by filtering for attributes such as rating, color label, flag and file type (image or video). In our example, you could find smiling people at the beach, but only images you’ve previously rated as three stars.</p>
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<p>Clicking a photo thumbnail in the Peakto Search window opens it in Lightroom Classic, even if the app isn’t currently running. When you want to open a photo from a different catalog than the currently open one, double-clicking a thumbnail directs Classic to switch catalogs and load that photo.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<p>Since the plug-in and Classic enjoy this direct connection, you can change how multiple selected thumbnails are displayed. Instead of the default Detail view, for instance, selecting two or more thumbnails can trigger Lightroom’s Survey view, which shows the images larger in a grid for easier comparison. The Peakto Search interface includes a thumbnail size slider to change the visual density of results.</p>
<p>In addition to pointing you toward individual images, Peakto Search includes a feature for creating Lightroom collections based on the results of a search.</p>
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<h2>Search by image</h2>
<p>The other method of finding photos using Peakto Search is to feed it an image. That can be one you drag from outside the utility to the Find Similar Images interface, or by selecting an image in Lightroom Classic and choosing File &gt; Plug-in Extras &gt; Peakto Search for Lightroom &gt; Search Similar Images.</p>
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<h2>The scattershot nature of AI results</h2>
<p>As with most AI-based tools, Peakto Search will get you closer to finding the images you want, but may not hit the target right away. A search for “bearded man sitting in a chair,” for example, brought up images that included just that, but also photos from the same shoot that included just the chair, and the man standing next to the chair.</p>
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<p>To narrow or broaden the scope of results, there are three levels of a Tolerance setting: Close, Standard and Tolerant. That latter tends to produce better results with more matches, but also more images that don’t quite fit the description. Expect to find yourself using the Peakto Search picks as jumping off points to browse nearby photos within Classic’s Library module.</p>
<h2>Settings</h2>
<p>Scanning images for their contents to build an index is processor-intensive. On a 2021 MacBook Pro with an M1 Max processor, updating the index for a large-ish library (around 160,000 photos) activates all of the CPU cores simultaneously. Peakto Search includes settings for choosing the maximum number of concurrent indexing tasks (1 through 6) and which component is primarily doing the indexing, such as the machine’s Neural Engine and CPU or GPU. You can also set how long search results are held in memory for when you’re jumping back and forth between Peakto Search and Classic; a lower value, such as 1 minute, triggers the plug-in to refresh the search terms more often, using more resources.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<h2>Conclusion</h2>
<p>When we browse our libraries for photos, we usually look for things we recognize: people, scenes, situations. Those are all characteristics beyond what Lightroom Classic understands (unless you’re working with AI-assisted features like masks). Peakto Search adds that visual dimension to finding images in your libraries, getting you to the photos you want faster.</p></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Apr 2024 13:00:00 Z</pubDate><a10:link rel="alternate" href="https://www.dpreview.com/articles/0126352152/peakto-search-for-lightroom-classic-using-ai-to-search-the-contents-of-your-photos" /><media:thumbnail url="https://2.img-dpreview.com/files/p/E~C2213x83S1235x926T1200x900~articles/0126352152/peakto-search-collection-results.jpeg" width="1200" height="900" /></item><item><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.dpreview.com/news/5636195570/a-nature-photography-tour-of-madagascar-part-2-the-red-tsingy</guid><link>https://www.dpreview.com/news/5636195570/a-nature-photography-tour-of-madagascar-part-2-the-red-tsingy</link><title>A nature photography tour of Madagascar, part 2: The Red Tsingy</title><description><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="images noCrop singleNoBorder center" data-image-height="" data-image-width="590">
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<p>Back-lit Red Tsingy.</p>
<p>Canon EOS 5D4 | Canon 70-300mm F4-5.6<br>214mm | 1/640 sec | F8 | ISO 400</p>
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<p>In the last article, I surveyed the diverse and beautiful wildlife of <a href="/photography/4096548325/a-nature-photography-tour-of-madagascar-part-1-andasibe" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Andasibe-Mantadia National Park</a>. Today, I'd like to continue the tales of my Madagascar trip with a visit to the very north of the island.</p><div class="videoWrapper"><div class="videoSeparator"><div class="videoLabel">Recent Videos</div></div><div class="raptiveVideoWrapper"><div class="adthrive-content-specific-playlist" data-playlist-id=""></div></div><div class="videoSeparator"></div></div>
<p><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/Zdar6S7fthaMaLm19" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Getting to the Red Tsingy</a> is a bit of a task. Its location at the northern tip of Madagascar, together with the lack of adequate roads from the center of the island, means that you have to fly to the coastal town of Antsiranana (Diego Suarez). From there, it's a 2.5–3 hour drive to the park entrance, where you get the permit and hire a person to accompany you on your visit. If you wish to avoid the long daily drives, there is a very nice camp with relatively luxurious tents, which allows much quicker access to the Tsingy.</p>
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<p>Layers of Red Tsingy. To my eyes, they looked like lost souls.</p>
<p>Canon EOS 5D4 | Canon 70-300mm F4-5.6<br>95mm | 1/50 sec | F10 | ISO 200</p>
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<p>Before continuing, I'd like to explain what the Red Tsingy even is. "Tsingy" in Malagasy means "the place where one cannot walk barefoot." This pertains mostly to the Grey Tsingy, which is found in the Tsingy De Bemaraha National Park, located hundred of miles away, in the west of the country. The dark, karstic Tsingy De Bemaraha is indeed extremely sharp and hard, and I wouldn't dream of climbing them barefoot, but the Red Tsingy (or Tsingy Rouge in French) is a totally different phenomenon.</p>
<p>Not karstic, not hard or sharp and extremely gentle to the point that it's forbidden to touch them for fear of harming the delicate structures, The Red Tsingy are basically dried-up pinnacles composed of laterite and iron oxide-rich soil, which are the result of erosion, caused by the massive deforestation practiced throughout Madagascar. As always, deforestation eliminates the plants' ability to hold the soil in place, which leaves it vulnerable to being swept by rain and wind. The remaining shapes are made smooth by years of being sanded down by winds, which leaves truly wonderful, almost organic-looking shapes. New structures keep being formed and unveiled every year.</p>
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<p>The Red Tsingy area is predominantly red-colored, but the different hues and textures make it diverse and elaborate enough for landscape photography. Three natural pigments are found here in the soil: ochre, vermilion and magenta. Malagasies use them for face paints and natural dyes.</p>
<p>Canon EOS 5D4 | Canon 11-24mm F4<br>11mm | 2.5 sec | F13 | ISO 100</p>
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<p>There are several sections in the area with short driving distances between them. Some areas are smaller and can be covered in one session, and some require much more time to traverse and shoot. As a regular tourist, the area can be seen in its entirety in one day, but if you're coming to shoot, I recommend spending at least three days exploring the area well enough to get good compositions of the Tsingy. Another problem is the opening hours of the park; it opens after sunrise and closes before sunset, so you need a special permit to stay there for sunset and post-sunset glow.</p>
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<p>A Red Tsingy "castle" shining under a strong post-sunset glow.</p>
<p>Canon EOS 5D4 | Canon 11-24mm F4<br>13mm | 6 sec | F14 | ISO 100</p>
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<p>Shooting the Red Tsingy is, surprisingly, quite challenging. In general, I find that the more compositional elements an area has, the harder it is to find the really good images. Since the Tsingy are usually very closely packed, some of them can get in the way and ruin an otherwise good composition. The fact that the Tsingy are all the same color makes it difficult to create separation between the photographic elements. The photographer thus needs to actively search for compositions with different colored elements, which happens, for example, when the ground is different in color from the structures.</p>
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<p>The difference in color between the Tsingy and the red Earth helped me create a better sense of depth in this composition, even though I didn't really have a background element or a strong foreground element.</p>
<p>Canon EOS 5D4 | Tamron 24-70mm F2.8<br>44mm | 1/40 sec | F14 | ISO 200</p>
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<p>There are many other elements and factors that must be considered when shooting in the park. One of these is the relatively short time we have with good light. The sun is very harsh in Madagascar, especially in the north (since it's closer to the equator), and drops very fast before sunset. This means the light changes quickly in quality and that the sun can be difficult to incorporate into your images.</p>
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<p>To get this shot, I had to stand very close to the Tsingy, raise my hands as far as I could above my head and shoot blindly at burst mode. The camera had to be placed high to get the composition (the Tsingy were very tall - next time, I'm definitely bringing a small stool), so I couldn't even look at the eyepiece or at the screen. This is a case where quantity prevailed over precision for lack of other choice. One shot turned out great.</p>
<p>Canon EOS 5D4 | Canon 11-24mm F4<br>11mm | 1/125 sec | F16 | ISO 200</p>
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<p>Another factor is the critical need to be aware of yourself when standing close to the Tsingy. They are very fragile, and hurting them must be avoided to preserve the park's beauty. It's often compositionally desirable to shoot from very close distances, but extra care must be taken. Focus-stacking is sometimes needed when some of the elements are very close to the camera.</p>
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<p>I had to take extra care venturing into this semi-circle of red Tsingy. Some of them were very close to my arms, which affected the variety of angles I could shoot at.</p>
<p>Canon EOS 5D4 | Canon 11-24mm F4<br>11mm | 1/100 sec | F16 | ISO 400</p>
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<p>The last problem is the lack of background elements. As you may remember from my <a href="/tag/landscape-series-erez-marom">composition series</a>, a combination of near and far elements is often helpful in order to create a sense of depth in our two-dimensional image. In Tsingy Rouge National Park, the background is usually red slopes which climb to meet flat plains - not exactly the equivalent of Patagonia's glorious mountain ranges. This leaves the photographer with the choice to either have no background elements (perhaps apart from sky and clouds), or to include the background and risk lack of depth perception in the image, due to the elements being similar in color and texture.</p>
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<p>In this image, I tried to incorporate several tools to create a good sense of depth. Two worth mentioning are the different lighting in different sections of the image and the use of the shadow cast by the plant on the left of the Tsingy. The green vegetation added a much-needed splash of color.</p>
<p>Canon EOS 5D4 | Canon 11-24mm F4<br>20mm | 1/100 sec | F14 | ISO 100</p>
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<p>In this composition, I could use the faraway Tsingy as background.</p>
<p>Canon EOS 5D4 | Canon 11-24mm F4<br>11mm | 6 sec | F13 | ISO 200</p>
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<p>In the next article in this series, I'll talk about photography in the wonderful Kirindy Forest, a private reserve holding spectacular wildlife and a very nice landscape.</p>
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<p><a href="https://www.erezmarom.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Erez Marom</a> is a professional nature photographer, photography guide and traveler based in Israel. You can follow Erez's work on <a href="https://instagram.com/erezmarom/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/erez.marom.1" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, and subscribe to his <a href="https://www.erezmarom.com/mailing-list" rel="noopener" target="_blank">mailing list</a> for updates and to his <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClrZK48COSuuUv5cVxzP9Gg" rel="noopener" target="_blank">YouTube channel</a>.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<p>If you'd like to experience and shoot some of the world's most fascinating landscapes with Erez as your guide, take a look at his unique <a href="https://www.erezmarom.com/index.php/photography-workshops" rel="noopener" target="_blank">photography workshops</a> in <a href="https://www.erezmarom.com/photography-workshops/view/tales-of-arctic-nights-greenland-summer-photo-workshop" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Greenland</a>, <a href="https://www.erezmarom.com/photography-workshops/view/song-of-babakutu-madagascar-photo-workshop" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Madagascar</a>, the <a href="https://www.erezmarom.com/photography-workshops/view/northern-spirits-lofoten-islands-winter-photo-workshop" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Lofoten Islands</a>, <a href="https://www.erezmarom.com/photography-workshops/view/desert-storm-namibia-photo-workshop" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Namibia</a> and <a href="https://www.erezmarom.com/photography-workshops/view/vietnam-wildlife-photo-workshop" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Vietnam</a>.</p>
<p>Erez also offers <a href="https://www.erezmarom.com/tutorials" rel="noopener" target="_blank">video tutorials</a> discussing his images and explaining how he achieved them.</p>
<h3>More in this Series:</h3>
<p><a href="/photography/4096548325/a-nature-photography-tour-of-madagascar-part-1-andasibe" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Part 1: Andasibe</a></p>
<h3>Selected Articles by Erez Marom:</h3>
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<li><a href="/articles/0226177076/landscape-composition-part-2-balancing-the-weights" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Landscape Composition - Balancing the weights</a></li>
<li><a href="/news/7710908266/lava-frenzy-shooting-fagradarsfjall-volcano-in-iceland" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Lava Frenzy: Shooting Fagradalsfjall Volcano</a></li>
<li><a href="/articles/2304604304/landscape-composition-part-5-separation-of-elements" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Landscape Composition - Separation of Elements</a></li>
<li><a href="/photography/1536515914/quick-look-parallelism-in-landscape-photography" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Parallelism in Landscape Photography</a></li>
<li><a href="/articles/5268202112/black-hole-sun-shooting-the-total-solar-eclipse-in-argentina" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Black Hole Sun: Shooting the Total Solar Eclipse in Argentina</a></li>
<li><a href="/articles/9652939164/winds-of-change-shooting-changing-landscapes" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Winds of Change: Shooting Changing landscapes</a></li>
<li><a href="/news/6573108755/landscape-composition-part-3-negative-space" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Landscape Composition - Negative space</a></li>
<li><a href="/articles/5995024122/shooting-kilauea-volcano-part-1-how-to-melt-a-drone" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Shooting Kīlauea Volcano, Part 1: How to Melt a Drone</a></li>
<li><a href="/articles/8758444923/opinion-erez-marom-whatever-it-doesn-t-take">Whatever It Doesn't Take</a></li>
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<p>Viltrox has announced the new <a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1820201-REG/viltrox_af_40_2_5_z_af_40mm_f_2_5_lens.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">AF 40mm F2.5 Z</a> lens for full-frame Nikon Z-mount cameras. The lightweight prime lens provides a normal field of view, roughly approximating the perspective of human vision.</p><div class="videoWrapper"><div class="videoSeparator"><div class="videoLabel">Recent Videos</div></div><div class="raptiveVideoWrapper"><div class="adthrive-content-specific-playlist" data-playlist-id=""></div></div><div class="videoSeparator"></div></div>
<p>Optically, the AF 40mm F2.5 Z features an internal focus design built around ten elements in six groups. This includes one ED lens, one aspherical lens, three high-refractive index lenses, a high-definition nano-multilayer coating, and a front lens element that includes an anti-fouling coating. The close focus distance is 0.34m (13").</p>
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<p>The lens includes a 52mm filter thread and features a 7-bladed aperture.</p>
<p>The AF 40mm F2.5 Z weighs a relatively lightweight 180g (6.3oz). A stepper motor drives autofocus, and Viltrox says the lens is compatible with face and eye recognition systems. It also says the lens should be suitable for shooting video thanks to low distortion and minimal focus breathing.</p>
<p>On the tech side of things, Viltrox says the lens supports full EXIF transmission to the camera, and it includes a USB interface to support future firmware upgrades.</p>
<p>Viltrox says the AF 40mm F2.5 Z will be available "as soon as April." It has a suggested retail price of $158.</p>
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<h3>Viltrox AF 40mm F2.5 Z specifications</h3>
<div class="contentTable small"><table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="0" class="contentTable"><tbody><tr><th class="super" colspan="2">Principal specifications</th></tr><tr><th class="sub">Lens type</th><td class="propertyValue">Prime lens</td></tr><tr><th class="sub">Max Format size</th><td class="propertyValue">35mm FF</td></tr><tr><th class="sub">Focal length</th><td class="propertyValue">40 <span class="unitsSuffix">mm</span></td></tr><tr><th class="sub">Image stabilization</th><td class="propertyValue">No</td></tr><tr><th class="sub">Lens mount</th><td class="propertyValue">Nikon Z</td></tr></tbody><tbody><tr><th class="super" colspan="2">Aperture</th></tr><tr><th class="sub">Maximum aperture</th><td class="propertyValue">F2.5</td></tr><tr><th class="sub">Minimum aperture</th><td class="propertyValue">F16</td></tr><tr><th class="sub">Aperture ring</th><td class="propertyValue">No</td></tr><tr><th class="sub">Number of diaphragm blades</th><td class="propertyValue">7</td></tr></tbody><tbody><tr><th class="super" colspan="2">Optics</th></tr><tr><th class="sub">Elements</th><td class="propertyValue">10</td></tr><tr><th class="sub">Groups</th><td class="propertyValue">6</td></tr><tr><th class="sub">Special elements / coatings</th><td class="propertyValue">1 ED element, 1 aspherical element, 3 high refractive index elements, nano-multilayer coating</td></tr></tbody><tbody><tr><th class="super" colspan="2">Focus</th></tr><tr><th class="sub">Minimum focus</th><td class="propertyValue">0.34 <span class="unitsSuffix">m</span> (13.39<span class="unitsSuffix">&#8243;</span>)</td></tr><tr><th class="sub">Maximum magnification</th><td class="propertyValue">0.14<span class="unitsSuffix">&#215;</span></td></tr><tr><th class="sub">Autofocus</th><td class="propertyValue">Yes</td></tr><tr><th class="sub">Motor type</th><td class="propertyValue">Stepper motor</td></tr><tr><th class="sub">Full time manual</th><td class="propertyValue">Unknown</td></tr><tr><th class="sub">Focus method</th><td class="propertyValue">Internal</td></tr><tr><th class="sub">Distance scale</th><td class="propertyValue">No</td></tr><tr><th class="sub">DoF scale</th><td class="propertyValue">No</td></tr></tbody><tbody><tr><th class="super" colspan="2">Physical</th></tr><tr><th class="sub">Weight</th><td class="propertyValue">180 <span class="unitsSuffix">g</span> (0.40 <span class="unitsSuffix">lb</span>)</td></tr><tr><th class="sub">Diameter</th><td class="propertyValue">68 <span class="unitsSuffix">mm</span> (2.68<span class="unitsSuffix">&#8243;</span>)</td></tr><tr><th class="sub">Length</th><td class="propertyValue">56 <span class="unitsSuffix">mm</span> (2.2<span class="unitsSuffix">&#8243;</span>)</td></tr><tr><th class="sub">Materials</th><td class="propertyValue">Plastic</td></tr><tr><th class="sub">Sealing</th><td class="propertyValue">No</td></tr><tr><th class="sub">Filter thread</th><td class="propertyValue">52 <span class="unitsSuffix">mm</span></td></tr><tr><th class="sub">Hood supplied</th><td class="propertyValue">Yes</td></tr><tr><th class="sub">Tripod collar</th><td class="propertyValue">No</td></tr></tbody></table></div>
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<p>7Artisans has announced a version of its full-frame <a href="https://amzn.to/4aNfOhW" rel="noopener" target="_blank">AF 50mm F1.8 lens for Nikon's Z mount</a>.</p><div class="videoWrapper"><div class="videoSeparator"><div class="videoLabel">Recent Videos</div></div><div class="raptiveVideoWrapper"><div class="adthrive-content-specific-playlist" data-playlist-id=""></div></div><div class="videoSeparator"></div></div>
<p>The lens, already available for Sony E mount, is 104mm (4.1") long and weighs 421g (14.9oz).</p>
<p>Its optical formula is made up of 11 elements in 9 groups, including two aspherical, one ED and two high refractive index lenses. It features an 11-blade aperture diaphragm. It uses a stepper motor to drive an internal focus design.</p>
<p>Minimum focus distantce is 0.5m (19.7") and it accepts 62mm threaded filters.</p>
<p>The company says it will be available soon at a price of $228.</p>
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<p>Chinese lens maker 7Artisans has announced the AF 27mm F2.8 prime lens for APS-C cameras using the Sony E-Mount.</p><div class="videoWrapper"><div class="videoSeparator"><div class="videoLabel">Recent Videos</div></div><div class="raptiveVideoWrapper"><div class="adthrive-content-specific-playlist" data-playlist-id=""></div></div><div class="videoSeparator"></div></div>
<p>The 27mm focal length gives a fractionally wide-angle ∼41mm equivalent field of view, while the semi-fast F2.8 maximum aperture should give some control over depth-of-field and better low-light performance than a kit zoom.</p>
<p>The compact prime consists of six elements in five groups. It uses a stepper motor and internal focus design, which is potentially promising in terms of autofocus speed. Unusually for a modern lens, it makes no use of aspherical, ED or other special glass, and features just six aperture blades.</p>
<p>The 48mm (1.9") long, 173g (5.0oz) lens features a USB 3.0 socket on its side, allowing firmware updates. It has a minimum focus distance of 0.3m (11.8") and accepts 52mm threaded filters. It is available immediately at a recommended price of $129.</p></description><pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2024 14:00:00 Z</pubDate><a10:link rel="alternate" href="https://www.dpreview.com/news/9123607864/7artisans-aps-c-27mm-f2-8-for-sony-e-mount" /><media:thumbnail url="https://3.img-dpreview.com/files/p/E~C167x0S2667x2000T1200x900~articles/9123607864/7Artisans_27mm_F2p8.jpeg" width="1200" height="900" /></item><item><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.dpreview.com/articles/5920981991/most-significant-cameras-and-lenses-of-the-last-25-years-according-to-the-manufacturers</guid><link>https://www.dpreview.com/articles/5920981991/most-significant-cameras-and-lenses-of-the-last-25-years-according-to-the-manufacturers</link><title>Most significant cameras and lenses of the last 25 years, according to the manufacturers</title><description><h2>The most significant products of the past 25 years</h2>
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<p>As part of our twenty-fifth anniversary, we asked manufacturers to reflect on the most significant products of the past quarter century.</p>
<p>As you might imagine, all the senior executives picked one of their own products. But some patterns also emerged. Some simply named their current flagship as the pinnacle of the company's R&amp;D history so far. But we were also interested to hear about the products that have been significant for the company's history, because they represented major challenges to develop, were risky expansions into new territory or ultimately moved the whole industry forward.</p>
<p>In each instance, we asked for a personal choice, rather than what might be the official company line. And, if they couldn't narrow it down to one, we were happy to hear the rationale for other products they thought were significant.</p>
<h2>Nikon: Z9</h2>
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<div class="caption">Yusuke Adachi, Section Manager, UX Strategy Section, UX Planning Department in Nikon's Imaging Business selected the Z9 with its electronic shutter and Stacked CMOS sensor</div>
<p>"So many products were rolled out to the market in the past quarter century!" Nikon's Yusuke Adachi says: " However, I would say the<a href="/reviews/nikon-z9-review-a-dslr-like-stills-video-monster" target="article-5920981991"> Nikon Z9</a>."</p>
<p>Choosing the current flagship model could simply come across as the choice that the marketing department would be happiest with. But Adachi makes an argument for is also being a landmark in technology, pointing to the capabilities made possible by its parallel readout sensor.</p>
<p>"One of the biggest challenges in the history of the company is [electronic shutter], which means that when you remove the mechanical shutter. You can actually see exactly the same thing with your camera that you see with your bare eyes. It’s completely synchronized, and it’s called dual streaming. This is something that DSLRs couldn’t do, but the mirrorless camera allows customers to capture things they couldn’t do before."</p>
<h2>Fujifilm: Finepix X100</h2>
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<div class="caption">Yuji Igarashi, Divisional Manager of Fujifilm's Professional Imaging Group highlighted the importance of the original X100 to the company today</div>
<p>Fujifilm's Yuji Igarashi chose the original <a href="/reviews/fujifilmx100" target="article-5920981991">Finepix X100</a>, which makes sense, given its role in establishing the brand as we recognize it today.</p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">"That was the first camera when we stepped up from selling point-and-shoot, entry-level compact cameras," he remembers: "Smartphones were becoming popular and demand for point-and-shoot cameras was declining so fast." </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">"But we were determined to continue and to grow in this industry, so we thought very hard, how can we change our business model. This was our first attempt to do that, using the APS-C-sized sensor. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">X100 was a huge success, which gave us confidence." </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">"We wouldn’t be here if we didn’t have the X100," he says Fujifilm's "If that failed, we would have been in a very difficult position."</span></p>
<h2>Sony: RX1 and G Master lenses</h2>
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<div class="caption">Masaaki Oshima (L), Head of Sony's Imaging Entertainment Business, and Masanori Kishi (R), Head of Lens Technology &amp; Systems Business picked out the DSC-RX1 and the original G Master lenses</div>
<p>Sony's history in the camera industry goes back a long way, including the Mavica models that were among the first we tested. But its Execs both choose products that represent the seeds of the brand as it's seen today. Interestingly, they eschew the first full-frame mirrorless camera (the a7, or perhaps NEX-VG900, depending on your perspective) and choose instead a camera that showed that the company was serious about photography.</p>
<p>"From my personal perspective, there are two cameras, RX1 and Alpha 9," says Masaaki Oshima: "Because they were very hard to produce. I have a lot of memories of launching these two cameras."</p>
<p>"The <a href="/reviews/sony-cybershot-dsc-rx1" target="article-5920981991">[Cyber-shot DSC-] RX1</a> is the beginning of our photography culture. Before that, we had launched RX100 series but still inside the world of Cyber-shot, kind of. RX1 is definitely a different world compared with our previous circumstances. That was a very memorable development period."</p>
<p>"From the point of view of lenses, the first G-Master lenses are very very memorable," says Masanori Kishi: "The first G-Master lenses were the 85mm F1.4 and 24-70mm F2.8. From these G Master lenses, our technology improvement accelerated and our customers also changed. Customers rated our product highly and that's become a very big motivation for our designers and our engineers. This generated a very positive momentum from this point onward."</p>
<h2>Tamron: 28-75mm F2.8 Di III RXD</h2>
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<div class="caption">Kota Misawa, Manager of the Marketing Planning Department in Tamron's Imaging Products Business chose the Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III RXD</div>
<p>Tamron can trace its history back nearly 75 years, so the quarter-of-a-century we're discussing only represents a small portion of its existence. Despite this, its choice was a product that's emblematic of how many people are now likely to think of the company.</p>
<p>"Probably the first generation <a href="/samples/1522974973/tamron-28-75mm-f2-8-for-e-mount-sample-gallery" target="article-5920981991">28-75mm F2.8</a>," says Kota Misawa: "That was a new concept because it was a fast lens, but we changed the focal length from 24mm to 28mm, and users accepted this concept. We knew that if we had a unique concept and we could let users know what that concept was, then people would understand. After that, we started to change, and we started developing unique lenses."</p>
<p>"That lens was controversial, even in our own company, and some people were not confident that it would be accepted by users, so we were really relieved that it was."</p>
<h2>Sigma: 35mm F1.4 Art and 18-35mm F1.8 Art</h2>
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<div class="caption">Sigma CEO Kazuto Yamaki named the 35mm F1.4 DG HSM Art as one of its most significant products</div>
<p>It's not a dissimilar story for Sigma, which has gone from a respected producer of affordable lenses to an acclaimed maker of top-class photographic gear. Kazuto Yamaki chooses the lens that marked the beginning of that change, the <a href="/reviews/sigma-35mm-f1-4-dg-hsm" target="article-5920981991">35mm F1.4 Art</a>.</p>
<p>"It’s the first Art lens in the series and it’s the first lens after we introduced the three series: Art, Contemporary, Sports," he explains: "If we’d failed with the launch of the 35mm F1.4, Sigma may not have survived until today. It was very fortunate that the customer received it very well and we could survive in the industry."</p>
<p>"If I could pick another it would be the 18-35mm F1.8 for APS-C," he says, looking to the more adventurous side of the company's products: "We wanted to implement the first F one-point zoom lens: that was the only motivation. But after we launched the lens, we realized that videographers and cinematographers really loved that lens. So with the introduction of this lens, we started getting interested in joining the cine lens business, so I love these two lenses."</p>
<h2>OM System: Olympus Camedia C-2000 Zoom</h2>
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<div class="caption">Kazuhiro Togashi, Vice President of Brand Strategy &amp; Product Planning at OM Digital Solutions looked back to a camera from the start of his time in the industry.</div>
<p>Hats off to OM System's Kazuhiro Togashi for staying true to the question and giving us his personal choice, and the story behind it. Rather than simply naming a recent model, Togashi looked back to just the eighth camera reviewed here.</p>
<p>"If I had to name one model, it would be the <a href="/reviews/olympusc2000z" target="article-5920981991">Camedia C-2000 Zoom</a>," he says.</p>
<p>"When I first joined Olympus, maybe 60% of the market was film cameras." he explains: " About three years before I entered Olympus the first digital camera emerged from Casio, so for me, the digital camera was very impactful in these 25 years. Before digital cameras launched, only a limited number of people used and enjoyed cameras, because shooting skills were required and to develop photos cost money. Digital cameras influenced culture for a lot of people worldwide"</p>
<p>"Then smartphones expanded interest in still images and movies even more. But the change from film to digital left a big impression for me."</p>
<h2>Canon: EOS Digital Rebel</h2>
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<div class="caption">Go Tokura: Senior Managing Executive Officer, Deputy Head of Canon's Imaging Group and Chief Executive of Image Communication Business Operations opted for the original Digital Rebel.</div>
<p>Known to us as the <a href="/reviews/canoneos300d" target="article-5920981991">Canon EOS 300D</a> (DPReview was based in London at the time), the original Digital Rebel was the first DSLR with a list price under $1000. This helped maintain Canon's position as the world's largest camera maker into the digital era, as well as playing a key role in popularizing CMOS sensor technology.</p>
<p>"It played a very important role in shifting [the market] from film to the digital DSLR," says Go Tokura: "Since 2003, Canon has sold more than 1 million of them."</p>
<p>"And if we can add one more product, it would be the ‘hero’ model of our mirrorless lineup, the EOS R5."</p>
<h2>Panasonic: Lumix DMC-G1</h2>
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<div class="caption">Toshiyuka Tsumura, Executive Vice President and Director of Panasonic's Imaging Business recognized the importance of the Lumix DMC-G1, not just to his company, but the industry as a whole</div>
<p>Panasonic gave us one of the shortest answers, but perhaps it's a choice that doesn't need much further explanation. The <a href="/reviews/panasonicdmcg1" target="article-5920981991">Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1</a> was the first camera of its kind, prompting us to have to find a way to describe it. Despite concerns from some manufacturers that it could imply their products were somehow lacking, we settled on "mirrorless," for this new generation of cameras.</p>
<p>"[I'd choose] the Lumix G1," says Toshiyuki Tsumura: "Fifteen years ago, no professional photographer used mirrorless, but now almost all professional photographers use mirrorless."</p>
<p>This focus on professionals risks under-selling the importance of the G1; in the nearly sixteen years since its announcement, mirrorless cameras have come to dominate almost every part of the camera industry. Not bad for a company that didn't even release a digital camera until nearly two years into this website's history.</p>
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<p><em>Article based on interviews conducted at CP+ 2024 in Yokohama, Japan, by Richard Butler and Dale Baskin.</em></p></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Apr 2024 14:00:00 Z</pubDate><a10:link rel="alternate" href="https://www.dpreview.com/articles/5920981991/most-significant-cameras-and-lenses-of-the-last-25-years-according-to-the-manufacturers" /><media:thumbnail url="https://3.img-dpreview.com/files/p/E~C0x0S3840x2880T1200x900~articles/5920981991/Lead_Image.jpeg" width="1200" height="900" /></item><item><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.dpreview.com/news/8298343824/fujifilm-x100vi-added-to-studio-scene</guid><link>https://www.dpreview.com/news/8298343824/fujifilm-x100vi-added-to-studio-scene</link><title>Fujifilm X100VI added to studio scene</title><description><p>As part of the work on our review of the Fujifilm X100VI, we've shot and processed our standard studio test images with the camera.</p>
<div>Our <a href="/articles/4553555371/introducing-the-test-scene" target="article-5497708999">test scene is designed to simulate</a> a variety of textures, colors and detail types you'll encounter in the real world. It also has two illumination modes to see the effect of different lighting conditions.</div>
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<p>Given the camera is based on a sensor we've seen before, there are few surprises in terms of its performance. It produces more detail than the <span class="linkish imageComparisonLink" id="icl-5922--942022866">26MP sensor in the X100V</span><script type="text/javascript">$(document).ready(function() { $("#icl-5922--942022866").click(function() { ImageComparisonWidgetLink(5922); }); })</script>. Inevitably it shows more noise at the pixel level than lower-res sensors, but is <span class="linkish imageComparisonLink" id="icl-5923--822446852">comparable when viewed at the same output size</span><script type="text/javascript">$(document).ready(function() { $("#icl-5923--822446852").click(function() { ImageComparisonWidgetLink(5923); }); })</script>, up until the <span class="linkish imageComparisonLink" id="icl-5924-1412444404">very highest ISO settings</span><script type="text/javascript">$(document).ready(function() { $("#icl-5924-1412444404").click(function() { ImageComparisonWidgetLink(5924); }); })</script>.</p>
<h3>Lens performance</h3>
<p>The studio scene is not intended as a lens test: we typically use very high-performance lenses at an aperture that delivers high levels of cross-frame consistency with little risk of diffraction limiting the performance. However, with the X100VI, we have no choice but to use the built-in lens.</p>
<p>The 35mm equiv field of view means we have to move much closer to the target but this is still at over 40x focal length, so not especially close-up. An aperture value of F5.6 means we're not being especially challenging.</p>
<p>And the X100VI's lens appears to acquit itself well in these circumstances. In the JPEGs it's comparably detailed near the center as the X-H2's results, using our standard 56mm F1.2 R testing lens (though the X100VI is possibly having to <span class="linkish imageComparisonLink" id="icl-5925--466670728">apply more sharpening</span><script type="text/javascript">$(document).ready(function() { $("#icl-5925--466670728").click(function() { ImageComparisonWidgetLink(5925); }); })</script> to deliver this result). Things get a little softer towards the corners and exhibit (easily corrected) lateral chromatic aberration and some vignetting in the Raw conversion, but overall the lens appears to be doing a good job in front of a high-resolution sensor.</p>
<p>As with all the other 40MP X-Trans cameras, the Adobe Camera Raw conversion isn't showing the same levels of contrast or sharpening that the camera's own JPEGs do, so it's worth downloading the Raw files to see whether your preferred software and processing workflow produce results you're happier with. But overall, we feel it does well.</p></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Apr 2024 14:00:00 Z</pubDate><a10:link rel="alternate" href="https://www.dpreview.com/news/8298343824/fujifilm-x100vi-added-to-studio-scene" /><media:thumbnail url="https://2.img-dpreview.com/files/p/E~C509x141S3225x2419T1200x900~articles/8298343824/Fujifilm_X100VI_lead.jpeg" width="1200" height="900" /></item><item><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.dpreview.com/articles/4056276896/ios-app-mood-camera-aims-to-recreate-the-experience-of-shooting-film</guid><link>https://www.dpreview.com/articles/4056276896/ios-app-mood-camera-aims-to-recreate-the-experience-of-shooting-film</link><title>iOS app mood.camera aims to recreate the experience of shooting film</title><description><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="images singleNoBorder center" data-image-height="null" data-image-width="590">
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<p>A new camera app that wants to offer a film-like experience is now available. The mood.camera app (iOS only) targets fans of analog photography and consists of 14 film-like filters. I was given early access to the app to test it out and see if it offers anything different from similar apps on the market.</p><div class="videoWrapper"><div class="videoSeparator"><div class="videoLabel">Recent Videos</div></div><div class="raptiveVideoWrapper"><div class="adthrive-content-specific-playlist" data-playlist-id=""></div></div><div class="videoSeparator"></div></div>
<p>There's been <a href="/interviews/4664606705/nterview-with-the-team-behind-the-upcoming-pentax-film-camera" rel="noopener" target="_blank">a resurgence in analog photography</a> recently. Though many desire the look of film, they don't necessarily enjoy the process (and time) of using analog cameras. mood.camera aims to bridge the gap between film and digital by offering filters that emulate film stocks such as Kodak Portra, CineStill and Chrome.</p>
<p>Inside the app, users can imitate a change in ISO (ranging from 100 to 3200) and will notice less detail and more grain the higher you go. There's also a digital tonal range dial that impacts the amount of contrast and saturation in an image.</p>
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<p>This isn't the first app trying to emulate the look of film photography. Other apps, such as 1998 Vintage Camera and VSCO, offer filters that provide a classic look, as does Hipstamatic, one of the first smartphone apps within this niche.</p>
<p>What sets mood.camera apart is how it provides an analog-esque process to image making. Whereas other apps provide a live preview of filters and simulations, mood.camera doesn't.</p>
<p>The app's developer said the intention was to "mirror the classic film camera experience." To see how the images turn out, you must view the photos in Apple's Photos app.</p>
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<p>Some obvious features are missing in the app. There's no portrait mode, which the developer says is because "Apple does not let you capture ProRaw and depth data." There's no night mode either, which the developer claims is possible to add but isn't interested in doing so at this time.</p>
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<p>Having used the app for a week, it did bring a new sense of enjoyment to <a href="/features/mobile" rel="noopener" target="_blank">mobile photography</a>. I liked not having a live preview of my images. Its absence allowed me to worry less about the outcome and focus more on the process of creating photographs.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<p>There was a distinct difference in each of the filters, and while they'll never be 100 percent like stock film, they're close. Unlike some apps I have tried before, I found it easy to navigate through the different filters in mood.camera, and the app itself was quick and responsive.</p>
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<p>If you want to adapt your smartphone photography workflow and like the classic look, then mood.camera is worth trying. There's a seven-day free trial available before committing to a paid subscription.</p>
<p>mood. camera is now available on the <a href="https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/mood-camera/id6472954208" rel="noopener" target="_blank">App Store</a> and costs $1.99 per month or $14.99 as a one-time purchase. A free trial is available to evaluate the app.</p></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Apr 2024 13:00:00 Z</pubDate><a10:link rel="alternate" href="https://www.dpreview.com/articles/4056276896/ios-app-mood-camera-aims-to-recreate-the-experience-of-shooting-film" /><media:thumbnail url="https://4.img-dpreview.com/files/p/E~C0x670S1801x1351T1200x900~articles/4056276896/Mood-camera-portrait-1.jpeg" width="1200" height="900" /></item><item><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.dpreview.com/news/8845986526/sigma-announces-six-aps-c-lenses-for-canon-rf-mount</guid><link>https://www.dpreview.com/news/8845986526/sigma-announces-six-aps-c-lenses-for-canon-rf-mount</link><title>Sigma announces six APS-C lenses for Canon RF mount</title><description><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="images noCrop singleNoBorder center" data-image-height="null" data-image-width="590">
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<p>Sigma has announced it will be offering six of its DC DN APS-C lenses for Canon's RF mount, making it one of the first third-party manufacturers to sell autofocus RF lenses under license.</p><div class="videoWrapper"><div class="videoSeparator"><div class="videoLabel">Recent Videos</div></div><div class="raptiveVideoWrapper"><div class="adthrive-content-specific-playlist" data-playlist-id=""></div></div><div class="videoSeparator"></div></div>
<p>The DC DN 18-50mm F2.8 fast standard zoom will be available from July 2024, offering a 29-80mm equivalent range on Canon's 1.6x crop APS-C bodies.</p>
<p>This will be followed, later in the year, by the DC DN 10-18mm F2.8 fast wide-angle zoom, giving 16-29mm equivalent coverage.</p>
<p>The company's four F1.4 primes will follow on from this, giving EOS R100, R50, R10 and R7 users a choice of 16mm, 23mm, 30mm and 56mm lenses that give 26mm, 37mm, 48mm and 90mm equivalent focal lengths.</p>
<p>The lenses, all part of the company's Contemporary series of mid-priced lenses, are already available for Leica L, Fujifilm X and Sony E mounts, with three of the four primes also available for Micro Four Thirds and Nikon Z mount.</p>
<p>With the lenses being made under a license from Canon, Sigma says it's been able to optimize the AF speed and support features such as image stabilization and lens aberration correction. The news coincides with Tamron also launching a licensed RF-mount APS-C lens.</p>
<p>No details of pricing have been provided.</p>
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<h2>SIGMA launches interchangeable lenses for Canon RF Mount system</h2>
<p>SIGMA Corporation (CEO: Kazuto Yamaki) is pleased to announce the upcoming launch of interchangeable lenses for Canon RF Mount system. This addition allows users to enjoy high performance, and high quality SIGMA lenses in native mount on their Canon RF Mount system.</p>
<h3>[Lineup]</h3>
<p>For detailed product information, please refer to the link below.</p>
<h4>&lt; Launch in July, 2024 &gt;</h4>
<p><strong>SIGMA 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN | Contemporary</strong></p>
<p>Petal Type Lens Hood (LH582-02) supplied</p>
<p>Product information：<a href="https://www.sigma-global.com/en/lenses/c021_18_50_28/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">https://www.sigma-global.com/en/lenses/c021_18_50_28/</a></p>
<h4>&lt; Launch in fall of 2024 and onwards &gt;</h4>
<p><strong>SIGMA 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN | Contemporary</strong></p>
<p>Push-on Petal Type Lens Hood (LH706-02) supplied</p>
<p>Product information：<a href="https://www.sigma-global.com/en/lenses/c023_10_18_28/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">https://www.sigma-global.com/en/lenses/c023_10_18_28/</a></p>
<p><strong>SIGMA 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary</strong></p>
<p>Petal Type Lens Hood (LH716-01) supplied</p>
<p>Product information：<a href="https://www.sigma-global.com/en/lenses/c017_16_14/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">https://www.sigma-global.com/en/lenses/c017_16_14/</a></p>
<p><strong>SIGMA 23mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary</strong></p>
<p>Petal Type Lens Hood (LH554-01) supplied</p>
<p>Product information：<a href="https://www.sigma-global.com/en/lenses/c023_23_14/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">https://www.sigma-global.com/en/lenses/c023_23_14/</a></p>
<p><strong>SIGMA 30mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary</strong></p>
<p>Lens Hood (LH586-01) supplied</p>
<p>Product information：<a href="https://www.sigma-global.com/en/lenses/c016_30_14/%20" rel="noopener" target="_blank">https://www.sigma-global.com/en/lenses/c016_30_14/ </a></p>
<p><strong>SIGMA 56mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary</strong></p>
<p>Lens Hood (LH582-01) supplied</p>
<p>Product information：<a href="https://www.sigma-global.com/en/lenses/c018_56_14/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">https://www.sigma-global.com/en/lenses/c018_56_14/</a></p>
<p><span class="green">* These products are developed, manufactured and sold under license from Canon Inc.</span></p>
<h3>[Main specifications and features]</h3>
<p>Control algorithm including AF drive and communication speed optimization has been developed specifically for Canon RF Mount interchangeable lenses. In addition to realizing high-speed AF, the lens also supports AF-C (Continuous AF), in-camera aberration correction<span class="green">*</span> and in-camera image stabilization. The mount is rubber-sealed to cater for use in a variety of environments.</p>
<p><span class="green">* Available on supported cameras only.</span></p>
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<p>Tamron has announced it's developing a version of its 11-20mm F2.8 Di III-A RXD fast wide-angle zoom lens for Canon RF-mount APS-C cameras.</p><div class="videoWrapper"><div class="videoSeparator"><div class="videoLabel">Recent Videos</div></div><div class="raptiveVideoWrapper"><div class="adthrive-content-specific-playlist" data-playlist-id=""></div></div><div class="videoSeparator"></div></div>
<p>The 11-20mm F2.8, which is already available for Sony E-mount, will offer an 18-32mm equivalent range on Canon's 1.6x crop cameras.</p>
<p>The lens, released under license from Canon, was announced simultaneously with SIgma's announcement that it will offer six of its DC DN range of APS-C lenses for the same mount. Notably all seven lenses are for the smaller format RF-mount models.</p>
<p>The company says the 11-20mm will be available before the end of 2024. No details of pricing have been given.</p>
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<h2>TAMRON announces development of first CANON RF mount lens</h2>
<p class="newsLink">The compact, lightweight, fast-aperture F2.8 ultra wide-angle zoom</p>
<p class="newsLink">11-20mm F/2.8 Di III-A RXD (Model B060)</p>
<p><em>April 23, 2024, 12AM ET / April 22, 2024, 9PM PT, Commack, NY</em> – Tamron Co., Ltd. (President &amp; CEO: Shogo Sakuraba; Headquarters: Saitama City, Japan; “TAMRON”), a leading manufacturer of optics for diverse applications, announces the development of TAMRON’s first CANON RF mount lens, 11-20mm F/2.8 Di III-A<span class="green">[1]</span> RXD (Model B060), an ultra wide-angle zoom lens for APS-C mirrorless cameras. The lens is expected to launch within 2024.</p>
<p>TAMRON’s lenses for mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras are highly regarded for their combination of superior optical performance and compact, lightweight designs. After receiving many requests from customers to offer lenses compatible with the CANON RF mount, TAMRON made the decision to develop a lens for the CANON RF mount under a license agreement.</p>
<p>The 11-20mm F2.8 is a fast-aperture zoom lens covering a focal length range from ultra wide-angle 11mm to 20mm<span class="green">[2]</span>, with a maximum aperture of F2.8 across its full range of focal lengths. With a surprisingly compact and lightweight design for a fast, ultra wide-angle zoom lens, the lens feels well balanced when attached to a compact APS-C mirrorless camera body, making it ideal for regular use. Despite its small, lightweight design, it also delivers high-level imaging power with an uncompromising optical design. Wide macro shooting is possible at 11mm with an MOD (Minimum Object Distance) of 0.15m (5.9”) and maximum magnification ratio of 1:4, and its stunning close-range shooting performance enables creative use of perspective at the wide end. The lens also incorporates an AF drive system with an RXD (Rapid-eXtra-silent stepping Drive) stepping motor unit that is remarkably quiet. The lens accurately captures not only still images but also video. It is also highly practical, with Moisture-Resistant Construction, Fluorine Coating, and other features designed for outdoor shooting, enabling users to easily enjoy the high image quality of this ultra wide-angle large-aperture F2.8 lens under a range of conditions.</p>
<h3>Product Features</h3>
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<li>Fast-aperture ultra wide-angle zoom lens</li>
<li>Compact and light weight</li>
<li>Outstanding optical performance</li>
<li>MOD of 0.15m (5.9”) and maximum magnification ratio of 1:4</li>
<li>High performance autofocus RXD stepping motor for both still and video use</li>
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<p><span class="green">[1] Di III-A: For APS-C format mirrorless interchangeable-lens cameras</span></p>
<p><span class="green">[2] The full-frame equivalent of 17.6-32mm.</span></p>
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<p>Launched in 2023, <a href="https://www.shopmoment.com/pages/mobile-lenses" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">the T-series</a> is Moment’s current line of premium add-on lenses for smartphones and comprises an entire lens ecosystem, including cases, filters, filter mounts, and other accessories.</p><div class="videoWrapper"><div class="videoSeparator"><div class="videoLabel">Recent Videos</div></div><div class="raptiveVideoWrapper"><div class="adthrive-content-specific-playlist" data-playlist-id=""></div></div><div class="videoSeparator"></div></div>
<p>Compared to the previous M-series introduced in 2017, the new T-series has been designed for the larger image sensors and bigger pixel counts in the latest generation flagship smartphones, using 25% more glass, an additional lens element and a larger bayonet mount. In addition, the larger dimensions should help avoid vignetting on smartphone cameras with focal lengths of 24mm equivalent or wider.</p>
<p>We had three Moment T-series lenses available to test: the <a href="https://www.shopmoment.com/products/58mm-tele-lens" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Tele 58mm telephoto lens</a>, the <a href="https://www.shopmoment.com/products/18mm-wide-lens?variant=48040445280571" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Wide 18mm lens</a> and the <a href="https://www.shopmoment.com/products/14mm-fisheye-lens?variant=48040445739323" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Fisheye 14mm lens</a>. The Moment T-series line-up also includes a 10x macro and anamorphic lenses for video shooters, the Anamorphic 1.33x and the Anamorphic 1.55x.</p>
<p>Moment offers a variety of options for attaching the lenses to your smartphone, including a universal lens mount that should work with most smartphones. We used Google’s latest top-end smartphone, the Pixel 8 Pro, with its dedicated Moment case for our tests.</p>
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<h2>Build quality and ergonomics</h2>
<p>All three lenses come with a metal body and are reassuringly hefty, giving you the impression of having shelled out your money for a premium product. In the box, you’ll find a lens cap and a pouch, and in the case of the 18mm lens, also a screw-in metal hood. The 58mm tele and the 18mm wide lenses offer a filter thread. There is no way of attaching filters or hoods to the fisheye lens.</p>
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<p>The Google Pixel 8 Pro dedicated case looks like any generic plastic lens case but comes with a bayonet-style mount for attaching the lenses. Lenses are attached with a 1/4 turn motion, similar to a mirrorless camera or DSLR, but lack the reassuring click sound when the lens locks into place. Still, the connection is solid and tight.</p>
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<p>Moment recommends mounting their lenses in front of the smartphone’s primary camera module, which offers better overall image quality on some smartphones than the ultra-wide or tele modules. The Moment case for the Google Pixel 8 Pro allows you to mount lenses in front of the phone’s tele module. This would, of course, only make sense for the 58mm tele, but in practice, it does not work. With the lens attached, the Pixel camera automatically switches to its primary camera and uses digital zoom instead. Moment offers a dedicated app that can be configured to force the device to use its telephoto camera. However, the app is currently only available for iOS.</p>
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<h2>Image Quality</h2>
<h3>Moment Wide (18mm equivalent) lens</h3>
<p>On the Pixel 8 Pro, the Moment wide lens expands your options in terms of wide-angle shooting. It widens the field of view of the primary camera module but is still closer to the primary camera than to the Pixel’s ultra-wide in terms of focal length.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
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<p>Overall image quality is not massively impacted by the add-on lens, across all light conditions. The camera tends to use a very similar ISO value with the lens attached, and global image parameters, such as color, dynamic range or contrast, are very close to the Pixel image without the lens attached. The same is true for image noise, but the Moment lens introduces a slight corner softness, and our lens sample also had a soft spot towards the bottom center of the frame.</p>
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<p>The Moment lens was also somewhat prone to lens flare when shooting in bright sunlight, even with the hood attached. Focus was still working well, though, and both distortion and vignetting were well under control.</p>
<h3>Moment Fisheye (14mm equivalent) lens</h3>
<p>The Moment fisheye lens offers a slightly wider field of view than the Pixel 8 Pro’s built-in ultra-wide camera, but the difference is relatively moderate.</p>
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<p>As you would expect from a fisheye, its images display a much stronger distortion than the built-in ultra-wide camera, but depending on the use case, this can be a desired effect and a legitimate reason for using the Moment lens. You’ll have to live with quite soft corners in your images, though.</p>
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<p>With the Pixel 8 Pro’s ultra-wide camera delivering excellent detail and low noise, even in low light, using the Moment fisheye with the primary camera doesn't offer any real benefit in this respect. Like the wide lens, the fisheye is a little more prone to flare than the built-in cameras. Focus works just as well with the lens attached as without.</p>
<h3>Moment Tele (58mm equivalent) lens</h3>
<p>When mounted in front of the Pixel's primary camera, the Moment tele 58mm tele lens achieves, as one would expect, a narrower field of view, but not as narrow as the Pixel’s own 2x tele mode, which is achieved through digital zoom.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<p>Shooting through the Moment lens with the Pixel's primary camera gives you a slight advantage in terms of fine detail over the digitally zoomed image. Still, given the Moment image's wider field of view, this advantage is canceled out when viewing the same crop area. Given both images are captured by the image sensor in the primary camera module, there is no noticeable difference in terms of image noise, but in some conditions, we noticed a slightly reduced contrast with the Moment lens and, surprisingly, chromatic aberrations appear to be better controlled with the Moment glass.</p>
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<p>You can also combine the Pixel’s 2x zoom with the Moment lens for roughly a 4x tele factor, but the result is pretty underwhelming. The Moment lens magnifies the digital zoom’s imperfections, resulting in a relatively obvious lack of detail. You’re better off using the Pixel’s dedicated tele camera with its native 5x tele in almost any situation.</p>
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<p>The Moment Tele provides some advantages in terms of portraiture. Background blurring is not as pronounced as with the artificial bokeh of the Pixel's portrait mode, but you do not get the same segmentation errors around the subject, especially in fine details, such as hair. This said, current flagship smartphones, such as the Pixel, have become very good at isolating the subject from the background, and you have to zoom in fairly closely to spot the imperfections.</p>
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<p><span style="color: #111111; font-family: DIN, Tahoma, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 23px; font-weight: bold;">Conclusion</span></p>
<p>The Moment T-series lenses are nicely made, and the case and lens mount designs work well together, giving you the impression of converting your smartphone into a much more serious piece of photographic equipment.</p>
<p>However, out of the lenses we have tested, the fisheye is the only one that offers a unique perspective unavailable through one of the Pixel’s built-in cameras. In addition, shooting with the add-on lenses mounted in front of the Pixel 8 Pro’s primary camera does not really give you an advantage in terms of image quality. The built-in ultra-wide and Google’s 2x tele zoom mode are just too good for that.</p>
<p>You also do not get any aperture control, as you would get on an interchangeable lens camera and the Moment lenses eliminate one of the most apparent advantages of a smartphone camera: ultimate compactness and simplicity.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<p>Overall, the Moment T-series lenses are an interesting option for smartphone photographers who like to experiment with gear. The fisheye provides a unique look, and the telephoto's natural bokeh is nice for portrait shots, but you should not expect massive improvements to your smartphone's camera capabilities.</p>
<p>The Moment lenses might make more sense on smartphones with less capable ultra-wide and tele cameras, but if you own a current top-end device, it's hard to justify the cost and added bulk.</p>
<p><strong>What we like:</strong></p>
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<li>Premium build-quality</li>
<li>Well-designed Bayonet mount</li>
<li>Expansive lens ecosystem</li>
<li>Fisheye lens adds a new perspective</li>
<li>Telephoto lens provides natural bokeh for portrait shots</li>
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<p><strong>What we don't like:</strong></p>
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<li>No real image quality advantage on top-end smartphones</li>
<li>Added weight and bulk</li>
<li>Some corner softness and flare on the wide and fisheye lenses</li>
<li>Some local softness on the telephoto lens</li>
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<p>Photobucket’s recent reveal that its 13 billion images may soon be licensed to teach AI models raises questions about copyright and how to protect your images.</p><div class="videoWrapper"><div class="videoSeparator"><div class="videoLabel">Recent Videos</div></div><div class="raptiveVideoWrapper"><div class="adthrive-content-specific-playlist" data-playlist-id=""></div></div><div class="videoSeparator"></div></div>
<p>Cloud storage is a useful tool that allows us to back up our images and share them with others quickly. It’s not perfect, though. Constant monthly payments and the possibility of data loss or leaks turn many people away. Now, with the rise of cloud-based companies potentially using your data for AI machine learning, it begs the question: what can we do to keep our files safe and, most importantly, under our own control and private?</p>
<p><a href="https://www.reuters.com/technology/inside-big-techs-underground-race-buy-ai-training-data-2024-04-05/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">We learned recently that</a> Photobucket, one of the internet’s oldest photo and video storage sites, was in talks to license user data to companies wanting to use it to train AI models. In an interview with Reuters, the company’s CEO, Ted Leonard, said, "We need to pay our bills, and this could give us the ability to continue to support free accounts.” This means granting third-party access to the 13 billion images and videos uploaded to the platform.</p>
<h3>Changes to T&amp;Cs</h3>
<p>It’s possible for Photobucket to do this thanks to an update in its terms and conditions, which gives the company <em>carte blanche</em> to analyze and incorporate data from user images. The <a href="https://photobucket.com/legal/privacy-policy" rel="noopener" target="_blank">privacy policy</a> states, “We, and those third parties we may contract with, may also use your images in a general and anonymous way for training artificial intelligence ("AI") algorithms and/or machine learning models and subsequent commercial uses derived therefrom.”</p>
<p>Cloud companies having the ability to scan user images is nothing new. Popular services such as Dropbox, Google Drive and Adobe Cloud can all scan images, as can many others. Google and Adobe have both been accused of accessing user data to train AI, though both companies <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2023/1/18/23560801/adobe-ai-art-generator-scott-belsky" rel="noopener" target="_blank">deny doing so.</a></p>
<blockquote class="pullQuote">"It’s possible for Photobucket to do this thanks to an update in its terms and conditions."</blockquote>
<p>Personally, I’m not comfortable with anyone other than myself and those I authorize accessing my images. That’s even more true now when there’s no clarity on how severely AI technology will impact those working in the photo industry.</p>
<p>Some may suggest reverting to backing up images locally to a hard drive. For many, including myself, this isn’t a realistic option. As someone who travels a lot, I find storing my files in the cloud much easier than carrying multiple hard drives whenever I’m on the move.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<h3>Finding privacy in the cloud</h3>
<p>Thankfully, there are alternatives to the status quo and several cloud services that emphasize keeping user data private, away from the eyes of company employees and third parties. Of course, every service can update its T&amp;Cs, but it would be bad business for those who have marketed themselves as taking user privacy seriously.</p>
<p>Over five years, I’ve tested and reviewed dozens of cloud storage services. The first question I ask when looking at a service is: does it offer zero-knowledge encryption? This type of encryption gives the user a unique key, which even the software developer can not access, and by extension, means they can’t grant third-party companies access to your files. This means only the user, or those they share their encryption key with, can access their data.</p>
<blockquote class="pullQuote">"The first question I ask when looking at a service is: does it offer zero-knowledge encryption?"</blockquote>
<p>When considering platforms that offer zero-knowledge encryption, it can be difficult to know where’s best to back up your files. Having tried the good and the bad, there are some services I feel confident recommending to others.</p>
<p>The two I’m currently using are pCloud and Sync.com, as I find them the easiest to use, and the pricing, overall, is affordable. They’re both available on desktop and mobile and offer useful features for photographers and videographers, which I’ll break down in more detail.</p>
<h3>pCloud</h3>
<p><a href="https://www.pcloud.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">pCloud</a> was one of the first services I used. It has fast sync speeds and no file size limits, making it ideal for those working with large files. It also has a built-in native media player to view high-resolution images and videos.</p>
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<p>Unfortunately, pCloud charges extra for zero-knowledge encryption, so you’ll pay $4.99 more on top of your standard monthly fee, which is between $4-$8 per month on selected plans. Personal plans max out at 2TB of storage space, which some users may find limiting.</p>
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<p style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; margin: 12px 0 6px;">Buy now:</p>
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<h3>Sync.com</h3>
<p>With <a href="https://www.sync.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sync.com</a>, users don’t need to pay extra for zero-knowledge encryption, as it’s incorporated into all plans, including the free plan. Personal plans also offer up to 6TB of storage space and unlimited monthly data transfers.</p>
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<p>One limitation: sync speeds are not the quickest, with uploads and download speeds being considerably slower than other options. Also, moving files around can feel cumbersome, with the drag-and-drop function not being the smoothest.</p>
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<p style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; margin: 12px 0 6px;">Buy now:</p>
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<h3>Other zero-knowledge cloud alternatives</h3>
<p>If you find these services' storage space too limited, <a href="https://mega.io/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Mega</a> is a good alternative. Personal plans reach up to 16TB of storage space, and zero-knowledge encryption is included at no extra cost, although monthly plans are costly. Personal plans can cost up to $32 per month, though you can reduce this to $26 if you pay annually.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<p><a href="https://www.idrive.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">IDrive</a> is a good option for those not ready to go all-in with cloud storage, as it offers both local and cloud-based backup for your data. You can clone your entire disk (including operating system and applications) and IDrive will mail out a copy in the event of a complete machine malfunction. The cloud aspect works like any other service, allowing you to upload, download and share your files with others, and they’re all protected with zero-knowledge encryption.</p>
<h3>The wrap</h3>
<p>In closing, my intention here is not to fearmonger. The reality is more brands are using AI imagery. More apps are being made to generate AI imagery, and cloud companies are gaining the power to use our (real) photographs to help it all happen while making more money.</p>
<p>I want no part of that. It’s more important than ever to have complete control over our photographs and to ensure cloud companies don’t maximize their bottom line at the expense of our privacy. To not be complicit in this, we must seek out alternative services to store our images. Not only to ensure our privacy but also to ensure we help protect the future of our industry.</p></description><pubDate>Sun, 21 Apr 2024 13:00:00 Z</pubDate><a10:link rel="alternate" href="https://www.dpreview.com/opinion/1995639497/cloud-companies-may-lease-your-images-for-ai-learning-what-can-you-do-about-it" /><media:thumbnail url="https://2.img-dpreview.com/files/p/E~C0x0S1042x782T1200x900~articles/1995639497/photobucket-logo.png" width="1200" height="900" /></item><item><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.dpreview.com/interviews/4664606705/nterview-with-the-team-behind-the-upcoming-pentax-film-camera</guid><link>https://www.dpreview.com/interviews/4664606705/nterview-with-the-team-behind-the-upcoming-pentax-film-camera</link><title>Ricoh’s big bet on a film renaissance: We interview the team behind the upcoming Pentax film camera</title><description><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="images noCrop singleNoBorder center" data-image-height="null" data-image-width="590">
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<td class="caption" style="width: 590px;">Interview participants (all with Ricoh Imaging Company, Ltd.)<br>Second from Right: <strong>Tomoki Tanaka</strong>, General Manager, Pentax Division <br><br>Others, left to right: <br><strong>Kazuhiko Shibuya</strong>, Pentax Division, Business Management Department, Overseas Sales Section<br><strong>Hiraku Kawauchi</strong>, Marketing Group, Marketing Communication Department<br><strong>Takeo ("TKO") Suzuki</strong>, Designer, Pentax Division<br><strong>Ryutaro Aratama</strong>, Group Leader, Overseas Sales Section, Business Management Department</td>
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<p>Everything analog is suddenly cool again, and photography is no exception: There's an incredible renaissance happening in film photography, led by a generation who grew up never knowing anything other than digital cameras.</p><div class="videoWrapper"><div class="videoSeparator"><div class="videoLabel">Recent Videos</div></div><div class="raptiveVideoWrapper"><div class="adthrive-content-specific-playlist" data-playlist-id=""></div></div><div class="videoSeparator"></div></div>
<p>The growth has been explosive by any measure; on a recent tour of used-camera stores in Tokyo, owners consistently told me that they're seeing about 3x the level of film camera sales now compared to pre-pandemic times. More remarkable is that I don't think I saw any customer older than 40 in any of the mainstream shops I visited.</p>
<p>Old cameras are just that, though: old. They may or may not work, and if they stop working, the only option is usually to fork out for another one. Wouldn't it be great if there were a brand-new film camera with a warranty and service available?</p>
<p>That's exactly what the Pentax division of Ricoh Imaging has been thinking, led by a passionate young designer, Takeo "TKO" Suzuki, the designer who first had the idea of Pentax developing a new film camera, with the full support of Pentax's General Manager, Tomoki Tanaka.</p>
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<div class="caption">In this recent YouTube video, designer Takeo "TKO" Suzuki discusses some of the design choices on the upcoming Pentax film camera.</div>
<p>The project has been ongoing, albeit largely under wraps, since late 2022, but Pentax revealed the following details about the camera in an <a href="https://us.ricoh-imaging.com/pentax-film-camera-project-shifts-to-the-next-stage-in-the-development-of-a-new-film-camera/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">announcement</a> and a <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xqRQTOkhOJU" rel="noopener" target="_blank">YouTube video</a> where TKO went into more depth on March 1 this year:</p>
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<li>The project is going forward; the camera will ship sometime this summer</li>
<li>Compact design with a half-frame format (2x the exposures on a 35mm roll)</li>
<li>Manual film advance and rewind</li>
<li>Vertical image format</li>
<li>A wide-angle fixed, prime lens (likely ∼36mm equiv)</li>
<li>Zone focusing</li>
<li>Mostly automatic exposure, but with "shooting modes" for user control</li>
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<p>I was in Tokyo when the announcement was made and managed to interview Tanaka, TKO and team members about a week later. We covered Tanaka's vision for Pentax going forward, as well as many details about the camera itself. Here's how that went, with some slight paraphrasing on my part for clarity:</p>
<h3>Ricoh Imaging's vision for the Pentax brand</h3>
<p><strong>Dave Etchells:</strong> What's your vision for the Pentax brand? What do you see as your unique place in the market, and how do you plan to leverage that going forward? What do you see as the relationship between film and digital products, say, five years from now?</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<p><strong>Tomoki Tanaka:</strong> Our vision is to offer products to photography enthusiasts; that's the main point. Photography doesn't just mean digital cameras or analog cameras, though, but both. As of today, we don't know the future of these categories, but it's clear that film camera use has been increasing in recent years. Five or ten years from now, there might be new technology that will change everything, so it's hard to say that far in the future. We believe that both digital and analog cameras will be available though. Some people prefer digital, some people prefer analog, and some may like both. Our mission, our vision, is based on user demand; we always try to offer products to users based on their demand.</p>
<p>We, of course, can't speak for other manufacturers, but so far, we are the only one to have the potential to offer both analog and digital to the users. That is our vision for now: whether they are film or digital users, we want to be able to serve the enthusiasts.</p>
<blockquote class="pullQuote">"Our mission, our vision, is based on user demand; we always try to offer products to users based on their demand."</blockquote>
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<td class="caption" style="width: 591px;">The biggest surprise in the latest announcement about the Pentax Film Camera is that it will use a half-frame format with vertically-oriented frames on 35mm film.<br><br><em>Photo: Ashley Pomeroy, <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0" rel="noopener" target="_blank">CC BY-SA 4.0</a> via Wikimedia Commons</em></td>
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<h3>The future of film cameras</h3>
<p><strong>Dave Etchells: </strong>I know you can't read the minds of your competitors, but I think there's going to be a very robust market for new film cameras, given the high level of interest, especially with the Millennials and Gen-Zs. Do you think other companies might enter the market for advanced compact film cameras once you've demonstrated success?</p>
<p><strong>Takeo "TKO" Suzuki [TKO]:</strong> Yes, we don't know the situations of our competitors, but we expect that some will enter the film market. We even hope that what we are doing will stimulate the market overall. The analog photography industry is supported by many people with great dedication to it. It's wonderful to have such people, and we'd like to support them as a camera manufacturer. It's very difficult to try to do that only by ourselves, though, so we hope we can do it together with other manufacturers to pass on the film culture to the next generation.</p>
<blockquote class="pullQuote">"We want to be a pioneer, but we don't want to be alone."</blockquote>
<p><strong>Dave Etchells: </strong>Ah - as they say, a rising tide floats all ships; if you can get other companies to participate, that would be good for you, too, vs just having a monopoly.</p>
<p><strong>Tomoki Tanaka:</strong> We want to be a pioneer, but we don't want to be alone.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<h3>Making the new film camera a reality</h3>
<p><strong>Dave Etchells:</strong> For a long while, you weren't sure that it would even be possible to manufacture a new film camera, but you announced just a week before our meeting that you've firmly decided the project is feasible and you're going ahead with it. When was that decision finally reached, and what was the last piece of the puzzle that made you realize it was possible?</p>
<p><strong>TKO:</strong> It was when we were able to create a prototype, and I could take a picture with it. I didn't expect that anyone would give us the OK to proceed with this project without a first shot actually being made by the prototype, so that was the moment. I was very moved when I was able to take the first picture with the prototype. It even brought tears to my eyes.</p>
<blockquote class="pullQuote">"I was very moved when I was able to take the first picture with the prototype. It even brought tears to my eyes."</blockquote>
<p><strong>Dave Etchells:</strong> I can imagine; you'd had a dream, and finally, it was in your hands.</p>
<p><strong>TKO: </strong>A dream, yes.</p>
<p><strong>Dave Etchells:</strong> It must have been a lot of work to build the prototype - and you had to have a lens for it. Did you just take an existing lens that you had and kind of hack it together into something for the sake of a test?</p>
<p><strong>TKO:</strong> It's newly designed for this project specifically. We, of course, referred to other cameras' lens designs, but we didn't just use an old one as it was; we redesigned it. To make the prototype, we had to make a whole new lens just to be able to build one prototype camera. We actually didn't have the necessary equipment or molds to rebuild old designs, so we had to start over from scratch.</p>
<p><strong>Dave Etchells:</strong> Wow, that's a big investment to make, just to decide if the project would be possible or not.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<p><strong>TKO:</strong> Yes, it was a lot.</p>
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<p>The new film camera will carry the Pentax brand, a famous name in photo history. In 1957, the Asahi Pentax (AKA the Asahi Pentax AP) arguably kicked off the SLR boom. Some aspects of its design became industry standards, including its rapid-wind film advance lever, film-rewind crank, instant mirror return and microprism focusing aids on the viewfinder screen.</p>
<p><em>Photo: Andriy Matusevich, <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0" rel="noopener" target="_blank">CC BY-SA 3.0</a>, via Wikimedia Commons</em></p>
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<h3>Pentax vs Ricoh branding</h3>
<p><strong>Dave Etchells:</strong> Part of the announcement was that the camera will carry the Pentax branding. How did you decide on that? I was kind of expecting to see the Ricoh name used, given that the GR series has more of a compact rangefinder feel to it than current Pentax models.</p>
<p><strong>TKO:</strong> Actually, this was simply because we considered this product to be a Pentax brand product from the very beginning; we simply started working on it as a Pentax project and announced it as the Pentax Film Camera Project in December of 2022.</p>
<p>You mentioned the Ricoh Auto Half when we were talking earlier - We didn't start off thinking of it as a half-frame camera. That's why we only just now declared that it will be half-frame format; we decided to do that during the process, but we didn't have the Ricoh Auto Half in our minds in the beginning.</p>
<blockquote class="pullQuote">"We considered this product to be a Pentax brand product from the very beginning."</blockquote>
<p><strong>Dave Etchells:</strong> Ah, so you actually started out thinking in terms of full-frame and only later turned to half-frame when the idea of making it vertical-format came about.</p>
<p><strong>TKO:</strong> Yes, we only decided on half-frame later. When we made the first announcement in December 2022, we didn't have any such details yet. We communicated with the market [and that led us to the idea of vertical format and half-frame].</p>
<p><strong>Dave Etchells:</strong> I like that. It's a story about having a vision for a product but then talking to the market to refine it. I've always appreciated that about the Film Project; you've gotten very close to the users to see what they actually want.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<h3>Incorporating feedback from film photographers</h3>
<p><strong>Dave Etchells:</strong> Before we talk about some of the details you just announced, what was the most surprising thing you discovered as the concept developed?</p>
<p><strong>TKO: </strong>It was the fact that we have so many friends and supporters in the analog world. There were many, many more than we expected, so we were very surprised. We were very moved by how cooperative they were and how much they wanted to help with our project. It was also very encouraging to have a sense of such camaraderie that we're not alone in doing this. There are many many supporters, that's very encouraging.</p>
<p><strong>Tomoki Tanaka:</strong> There were many strong friendships that contributed. Once we had an opportunity to talk with someone for example, they would introduce us to the next person, and the next and the next. 'Film' people have many connections, and everyone has been so cooperative. So their friendliness, their connections … I don't know if that's a good English word. The connections and relationships with each other really increased our opportunities to talk with analog camera people.</p>
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<p><strong>Dave Etchells:</strong> I can imagine that. Film shooters are a very passionate, supportive and close-knit group. For a manufacturer to come along and say, "Hey, we're with you, we're going to make this happen," it's very powerful; I can see it really being embraced.</p>
<p><strong>TKO:</strong> We receive comments directly through our distribution channel, and also via SMS comments [phone texts]. We watch these comments every day and try to understand what they're thinking. But we were also surprised that many comments were from overseas countries, not just Japan.</p>
<p><strong>Dave Etchells:</strong> It was interesting to me as I was touring the used camera stores here that first, I don't think I saw a single customer over the age of 40 the whole time, except in some of the small, very collector-oriented shops. Secondly, there were a huge number of foreigners from all over the world. One shop owner said that 80% of his customers are from other countries. So as strong as the interest is in Japan, it might be even more in other countries.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<p><strong>Tomoki Tanaka:</strong> It's just a guess, but maybe it's that there's demand outside of Japan, but the product is available here [so that's why there are so many foreigners hunting for film cameras here.]</p>
<p><strong>Dave Etchells:</strong> Yeah, there's really nowhere in the US where you can go and put hands on remotely as many cameras as you can here in Tokyo. There's a large used-gear dealer in Atlanta (<a href="https://keh.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">KEH</a>) that has perhaps 500 film bodies on hand and another in Portland, Oregon (<a href="https://bluemooncamera.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Blue Moon Camera</a>) that has a similar number in stock, but only people who live nearby can visit either one, and you can probably find 5-10x as many bodies just in Shinjuku.</p>
<p><strong>Ryutaro Aratama:</strong> I've heard that some camera fans from overseas countries first stop in Shinjuku and find a favorite camera, then go to Kyoto or Osaka or for another trip.</p>
<p><strong>Dave Etchells:</strong> Ah yes - I came across a couple of stories exactly like that, just among the people I met. One person was buying a camera and a couple of lenses before going to Kyoto to shoot with them. It's nice to see people using old cameras again; it's like they're still loved and they still have a place.</p>
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<p>I'd never given a second thought to cranking a film-advance lever, but the moment TKO mentioned it, it brought a flood of memories. So many moments in my life are connected through that quick flick of a finger. I dug out an old and battered family K-1000 to pose for this shot.</p>
<p><em>Photo: Dave Etchells</em></p>
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<h3>Sweating the little details</h3>
<p><strong>Dave Etchells:</strong> Some design choices seemed obvious to me, while others were quite surprising. I immediately loved the idea of mechanical film advance and rewind, but TKO mentioned that this approach was more costly. What makes a manual mechanism more expensive, and can you give us a rough idea of how much more it costs to make a fully mechanical system?</p>
<p><strong>TKO:</strong> At this moment, we cannot disclose any figures, but it is true that to have a mechanical film winding means the number of parts, such as screws or gears, is many more than with an electrical system. So it's more difficult to assemble, and it needs more training, much more training, even for experienced assembly workers. It's not just the parts cost itself, but everything around it takes more time and money. Despite the fact that it costs more, though, we decided to equip the camera with a mechanical system because we believe that one of the fun parts of using a film camera is winding the film. I really wanted to make that happen and deliver it to the users, our target users.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<p><em>[<strong>Author's note:</strong> There aren't just more parts, but they have to be strong enough for people to crank on them, applying much more force than a tiny electric motor would. This adds cost as well.]</em></p>
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<p>The Ricoh Auto Half first debuted around 1960, and a whole range of variants were sold through the 1970s. It featured a 25mm F2.8 lens (equivalent to 36mm on a full-frame camera). The optical design of the lens in the coming Pentax Film Camera draws its optical heritage from the Pentax Espio Mini, but the angle of view was inspired by the Ricoh Auto Half.</p>
<p><em>Photo: Hiyotada, <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0" rel="noopener" target="_blank">CC BY-SA 3.0</a>, via Wikimedia Commons</em></p>
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<h3>The logic behind going vertical</h3>
<p><strong>Dave Etchells:</strong> The choice of a vertical format was a real surprise to me. Once TKO explained it in the video, though, I was like, "Well, of course!" Was this a decision you made very early in the project, or was it a point you arrived at only after a while?</p>
<p><strong>Tomoki Tanaka:</strong> I believe it wasn't openly discussed, but it was in his [TKO's] mind from the beginning. He needed to carefully study whether it would really be suitable for young users these days or if it would be accepted by the market, so he spent a lot of time interviewing knowledgeable people and potential users. He received a lot of great advice and very helpful information.</p>
<p><strong>Dave Etchells:</strong> So you found people liked the idea? I've never used a half-frame camera, but I expect it will be a shift for older photographers like me to think of vertical format for everything. You found that both older and younger thought it was a good idea, though?</p>
<p><strong>TKO:</strong> We were afraid at first that long-time analog users wouldn't like the idea of half-frame. After the YouTube video, though, many older people say they understand the concept, saying "we know that this camera is for young people."</p>
<p><strong>Dave Etchells: </strong>Even though I'm an "old person," this is a camera I would buy and think about starting up my darkroom again for. I like the idea that it immediately cuts processing costs in half for users. I don't know if labs are set up to print half frames separately, but even if printed two up it would probably be fine. (In fact, it could even be a storytelling component, where you would take pairs of pictures that you wanted to see together.</p>
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<p>These shots of Japanese actress and model Riko taken with a Ricoh Auto Half show how the half-frame format looks as a standard 4x6 print. The new Pentax Film camera will have about the same angle of view and perspective.</p>
<p><em>Photo: <a href="https://barfout.jp/feature/6133/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">BARFOUT</a>, Copyright © Brown's Books, all rights reserved, used with permission</em></p>
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<p><strong>Dave Etchells:</strong> This is a bit the same question over again, but the idea of a vertical frame and half-frame 35mm format go hand in hand. Did half-frame drive the idea of vertical format, or was it the other way around?</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<p><strong>TKO:</strong> I myself shoot with a smartphone every day, so using vertical format is a very normal everyday activity for me. One day I was using a half-frame camera, looking through its viewfinder at a small street with traditional Japanese buildings, and I realized how well they fit in a vertical frame. It was really refreshing to be able to see a vertical composition, not on a smartphone but in a viewfinder.</p>
<p><strong>Tomoki Tanaka:</strong> Actually, in the old days, even after we had smartphones, people would take pictures with them this way. <em>[Gestures, showing a horizontal format.]</em> But now, everyone just takes pictures in the vertical. The times have changed, and we have to follow.</p>
<p>Historically, photography was always this way<em> [horizontal]</em>, maybe because of our … can I say eyes? But now, people are seeing pictures on their smartphones… Maybe in the future, movies will be vertical too, made for smartphones.</p>
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<p>The Pentax Espio Mini was sold in the US as the Pentax UC-1. Its 32mm f/3.5 lens was highly regarded for its sharpness, contrast and overall image quality, despite its simple 3-element triplet design. The new Pentax Film Camera will use a newly designed but similar triplet arrangement.</p>
<p><em>Photo: <a href="https://www.butkus.org/chinon/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Butkus.org</a> camera manual site, used with permission</em></p>
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<h3>Lens details</h3>
<p><strong>Dave Etchells: </strong>You said that the lens was inspired by the field of view of the Auto Half models and the optical design of the Pentax Espio Mini's lens. How were the optical designs of those two camera lines different, and what sort of design did the Espio have that you've brought forward?</p>
<p><strong>TKO:</strong> So, to confirm, we referenced the Espio's lens design, not the Auto Half's; it was just the angle of view of the Auto Half that we followed, not the design itself.<em> [<strong>Editor's note:</strong> The Auto Half featured a 25mm lens, equivalent to 36mm on a full-frame camera, but Pentax declined to state a specific number for the new camera's lens.]</em></p>
<p>I thought that the natural angle of view when looking through the viewfinder of a Ricoh Auto Half is very suitable for everyone, for everyday use. The Espio Mini was a famous compact film camera that had many fans. We decided to use the Espio Mini lens as a reference because of its high-quality image; even the R&amp;D people rated it very highly. We can also apply the latest technology coatings to it; I think it has the potential to become a modern masterpiece.</p>
<blockquote class="pullQuote">"The [Pentax] Espio Mini was a famous compact film camera that had many fans. We decided to use the Espio Mini lens as a reference because of its high-quality image."</blockquote>
<p><strong>Dave Etchells:</strong> This is sort of a technical detail, but can you tell me how many elements were in the Espio lens, and are you using the same number in the new one?</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<p><strong>TKO:</strong> The Espio Mini's lens is a triplet, a very simple lens system with just three elements. It's very simple, but our engineers tried it and got very good results. It's beautiful with just the triplet, very natural and very clear, so we optimized the triplet. The lens on the Espio Mini was very nice; this new lens is a new design but it's very similar.</p>
<p><strong>Dave Etchells:</strong> So the new lens is a triplet also?</p>
<p><strong>TKO:</strong> For right now, we'll just refer you to the Espio Mini's triplet lens construction. The Espio Mini was a full-frame camera though, so we had to do some refining to adjust to the half-frame format.</p>
<h3>Zone focusing</h3>
<p><strong>Dave Etchells:</strong> TKO mentioned in the video that the camera would have zone focusing rather than a continuous range. Is this only the case for manual focus, or is it true for autofocus as well? If the latter, isn't there a potential loss of sharpness for subjects at distances between the discrete settings? <em>[<strong>Author's note:</strong> Think of zone focus settings in terms of close-up, portrait or landscape, although Pentax didn't reveal how many zones there would be.]</em></p>
<p><strong>TKO: </strong>In this camera, focus adjustment is assumed to be only zone focus. We adopted zone focusing because we believe that zone focus is the best mechanism for young users entering the world of film cameras to take a step from pan-focus to the next level. Zone focus is a style in which users judge the distance visually and select a proper zone. So there actually isn't any autofocus, it will be the user selecting their own setting. This style is very suitable for snapshots, and you can adjust it, switch it very intuitively.</p>
<blockquote class="pullQuote">"We adopted zone focusing because we believe that zone focus is the best mechanism for young users entering the world of film."</blockquote>
<p>I tried taking pictures with a prototype and found it really fun to judge the distance myself, decide the distance and take the picture. I realized that I had completely forgotten how much fun it was. Of course there will be failures, but I believe that failure is one of the charms of film photography.</p>
<p><strong>Tomoki Tanaka:</strong> In the case of digital cameras, we can see the picture right after we shoot it, and many people like to check the screen to see if it is in focus or not. But in the case of film cameras, we take the pictures, and we have some hope for how they will turn out, but we don't know until we get the results. So, in this sense, making a picture all by yourself and having responsibility for the focus can be fun.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<h3>The difference between digital and film shutters</h3>
<p><strong>Dave Etchells:</strong> TKO said that the electronic shutter mechanism is specifically optimized for film camera use. What's the difference compared to shutters in digital cameras like the Pentax WG or Ricoh G series cameras?</p>
<p><strong>TKO:</strong> Film cameras need to prevent light leakage, not only when shooting but also when the power is off. Even if you're not using the camera, the film is always there, so that makes it extremely sensitive to light leakage. It's not just the shutters themselves but the mechanism around them; the entire camera body has to be designed to avoid light leakage. It's a much more serious problem than in digital cameras.</p>
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<p>When I read that the new camera would have "shooting modes," I immediately thought of the standard PASM dial. Pentax declined to give any specific details, but TKO's observation that aperture won't have a lot of effect on the images due to the half-frame format and relatively wide angle lens suggests that any modes won't involve aperture control. (To be 100% clear, though, Pentax gave no indication of what "shooting modes" might mean.)</p>
<p><em>Photo: Richard Butler</em></p>
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<h3>What's meant by "shooting modes"?</h3>
<p><strong>Dave Etchells:</strong> TKO also mentioned the ability for the user to choose the shooting mode via a control dial. What did he mean by shooting mode? Will there be anything like PASM options, or was he referring to something else?</p>
<p><strong>TKO:</strong> We can't disclose all the details of this yet, but basically, the camera can shoot automatically, controlling the aperture and shutter speed by itself. But if that is all you have, if everything is controlled by the camera, you won't be able to enjoy changing the settings yourself, so we're considering making it possible to choose from several shooting modes. I'm afraid we can't go into more detail on this right now, but there will be some choices that the user can make.</p>
<p><strong>Tomoki Tanaka:</strong> We can provide good pictures by having the camera control the exposure, but we want to let the user apply their own modifications. That's what we want to make available.</p>
<p><strong>Dave Etchells:</strong> It may be too early to ask this, but will the camera have an entirely manual exposure mode, as in the user can set an exposure of F8 at 1/250?</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<p><strong>TKO:</strong> Please wait. &lt;laughter&gt; But I want to say that because the camera is half-frame, the depth of field will be very great, so adjusting the aperture may not be very effective in changing that.</p>
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<p>Despite the best exchange rates in decades, film prices are high in Japan, just like the US. (When this photo was taken, a 3-pack of 36-exposure Kodak Gold 200 film cost ¥6,180, or about $40.) While it trades off some ultimate image quality, the Pentax Film Camera's half-frame format will make photography a lot more affordable for users.</p>
<p><em>Photo: Dave Etchells</em></p>
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<h3>Getting film into the hands of consumers</h3>
<p><strong>Dave Etchells:</strong> Moving on to a related but non-camera subject, I see that Ricoh has begun selling film. I think that's a brilliant move, but I would like to hear the thinking behind it. Was this made possible through any particular partnership or collaboration?</p>
<p><strong>Ryutaro Aratama:</strong> We are trying an experiment selling film directly. We would like to cooperate with film manufacturers and others to try to improve both the supply and price.</p>
<p><strong>Dave Etchells:</strong> What brands are you selling right now?</p>
<p><strong>Tomoki Tanaka:</strong> An assortment; some Fuji and Kodak films, and monochrome films by Ilford; actually several assortments.</p>
<p><strong>Ryutaro Aratama:</strong> This is a trial, though; we source them on the spot, and once one is gone, it's gone.</p>
<p><strong>Tomoki Tanaka:</strong> This is a trial project, a trial challenge, and we will have to work together with people in other territories as well to gain experience. The aim isn't mainly to sell film but to build relationships and give opportunities to consumers.</p>
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<p>Pentax has a "Clubhouse" in the Yotsuya neighborhood of Tokyo, where Pentaxians can come to see and hold the current lenses, have cleaning and light service performed on their cameras and attend exhibitions, classes and seminars. They say it's an important way for them to stay close to their users.</p>
<p><em>Photo: Pentax Division, Ricoh Imaging Company, Ltd.</em></p>
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<h3>What about the high cost of processing?</h3>
<p><strong>Dave Etchells:</strong> Doing a film sales trial is easier for you to do in Japan than in other countries, given that you have your own retail locations here. Do you have any plans or strategies for reducing the high costs of film and processing in other parts of the world as well?</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<p><strong>TKO:</strong> We haven't come to any specific plan. We need to first establish relationships with development or printing companies. In the end we hope we can help to improve the cost or lead times. We've begun setting up relationships with several partners around the world. We've just started, though, and want to continue the process</p>
<p><strong>Tomoki Tanaka:</strong> Indirectly, if we can grow the analog film business in the world, higher volume always makes the cost come down. Perhaps we can indirectly help with that, but we don't want to be directly involved in film development. We just want to increase the size of the pie for everyone.</p>
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<h3>The future of the WG (weather-resistant) camera line</h3>
<p><strong>Dave Etchells:</strong> Finally, the WG-90 has been released since I met with [Ricoh Imaging president, Noboru] Akahane last year. How does the WG line fit into Pentax's overall strategy? What has the market trend been like for waterproof/rugged cameras in recent years? Is it increasing, decreasing or holding steady?</p>
<p><strong>Tomoki Tanaka:</strong> I think it's stable. We don't have market data except from our own sales history, but we believe there is a demand for water-resistant or waterproof and shockproof types of cameras, and I see this continuing. We at Pentax have offered products like this for a long time, probably more than 30 years. Our first water-resistant camera was the Zoom-90 WR; I remember it clearly because it was shipping back when I first joined Pentax in 1992. We believe that there is a demand from users so we should offer the product.</p>
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<p>The WG-90 is just the latest in a long string of weather-resistant and waterproof cameras. The Pentax Zoom-90 WR was first released in 1991, the year before current General Manager Tomoki Tanaka joined the company.</p>
<p><em>Photo: <a href="https://www.butkus.org/chinon/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Butkus.org</a> camera manual site, used with permission</em></p>
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<h3>Conclusion</h3>
<p>Pentax is making a big bet on the rebirth of film by being the first major manufacturer to commit to making a new film camera in decades. It's no small thing, as they've had to start completely from scratch, recapturing the expertise of retired film-era engineers, reviving or replacing decades-gone supply chains and setting up mass manufacturing to meet global demand for a product more mechanically complex than not only today's digital cameras but even late-model film cameras with motorized film advance and rewind mechanisms.</p>
<p>It all began as one man's passion project, but TKO's enthusiasm is infectious, and the idea of a new film camera, hopefully even a line of them, turned into a passion project for the company as a whole.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<p>Every company gets excited about its latest products, but what I felt at Pentax was on another level; there's an overriding sense of doing something new and almost revolutionary, of being part of a movement rather than just adding the next checkbox to an already-bulging digital feature list.</p>
<p>At the heart of it all is the film community itself. There's truly a new generation of photographers rising, sharing an excitement about photography that digital cameras and cell phones could never ignite. As has been true of photographers in any era, they're supportive of each other and happy to do whatever they can to help other people enjoy the craft, too.</p>
<blockquote class="pullQuote">"Every company gets excited about its latest products, but what I felt at Pentax was on another level."</blockquote>
<p>Pentax tapped into and became a part of that community, letting their efforts be guided by what they heard people asking for rather than imposing their own ideas on the market.</p>
<p>Will it work? We'll see this summer, but if they can bring a well-built, reliable and attractive modern film camera to the market, I think they're going to have more demand than they can handle.</p>
<p>On a parting note, I do hope that the enthusiast community will recognize and accept that they're not the primary target for this particular model. If it succeeds, there'll be other cameras coming, some designed for us, but right now, Pentax needs to focus on the under-40 crowd I saw almost exclusively in the Tokyo used camera shops. That's the mass movement that Pentax needs to ride to not only kick-start their own product line but hopefully reboot the whole analog film world as well.</p>
<p>All that said, while I'm more of an SLR or at least an advanced-rangefinder sort myself, I plan to be one of the first in line to buy a new Pentax film camera when they're released. Who knows, maybe my enlarger and developing trays will find their way back into a spare bathroom again :-)</p></description><pubDate>Sat, 20 Apr 2024 13:00:00 Z</pubDate><a10:link rel="alternate" href="https://www.dpreview.com/interviews/4664606705/nterview-with-the-team-behind-the-upcoming-pentax-film-camera" /><media:thumbnail url="https://1.img-dpreview.com/files/p/E~C0x281S2746x2060T1200x900~articles/4664606705/RicohGroupShot_CPP2024.jpeg" width="1200" height="900" /></item><item><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.dpreview.com/news/8666687939/ttartisan-releases-new-af-56mm-f1-8-lens-for-fujifilm-and-sony</guid><link>https://www.dpreview.com/news/8666687939/ttartisan-releases-new-af-56mm-f1-8-lens-for-fujifilm-and-sony</link><title>TTArtisan releases AF 56mm F1.8 lens for Fujifilm and Sony APS-C cameras</title><description><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="images singleNoBorder center" data-image-height="null" data-image-width="590">
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<p>Today, TTArtisan has officially released its <a href="https://amzn.to/4d38yQu" rel="noopener" target="_blank">AF 56mm F1.8 autofocus lens</a> for X and E-mount cameras. The APS-C portrait lens is another budget offering from the China-based company. The company's website also includes specs for a Nikon Z-mount version but lists it as "Sold Out."</p><div class="videoWrapper"><div class="videoSeparator"><div class="videoLabel">Recent Videos</div></div><div class="raptiveVideoWrapper"><div class="adthrive-content-specific-playlist" data-playlist-id=""></div></div><div class="videoSeparator"></div></div>
<p>The 56mm F1.8 lens has ten elements in nine groups and has nine aperture blades. The lens is built with a stepper motor, which TTArtisan claims delivers fast and quiet autofocus. It has a minimum focusing distance of 0.5m (19.6") and a minimum aperture of F16.</p>
<p>TTArtisan says the lens has a full aluminum build, weighs between 233-245g (8.2-8.8oz), and includes one ED (Extra-low Dispersion) element. This should help reduce the amount of color fringing that may occur in an image. This makes it a very different optical formula from the <a href="/news/1207309964/viltrox-releases-af-56mm-f1-7-aps-c-lens-for-fujifilm-and-nikon-cameras" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Viltrox AF 56mm F1.7</a> for Fujifilm X mount and Nikon Z mount announced last week. Like the Viltrox, the TTArtisan lens has no aperture ring.</p>
<p>This is only the company's fourth autofocus lens, but it's the second one it has announced in recent weeks, following the <a href="/news/9643230692/ttartisan-ad-35mm-f1-8-sony-e-mount" rel="noopener" target="_blank">TTArtisans AF 35mm F1.8 </a>released early this month for Sony E-mount cameras.</p>
<h3>Pricing and availability</h3>
<p>The TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8 ships globally and is available immediately. It has a suggested retail price of $158.</p>
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<p>We're almost a third of the way through the year already! Here's a recap of the reviews and testing we've done this year so far, with more (and more and more) to come as the year goes on!</p>
<h2>April</h2>
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<h2>Panasonic S5II: Review</h2>
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<p>The <a href="https://amzn.to/49N8jpI" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Panasonic S5II </a>had the unfortunate luck of landing in our office right about the time we found out that our parent company planned to close DPReview in 2023, so it never went through our regular review process. We've been looking for an opportunity to review it ever since we joined forces with Gear Patrol last summer and finally found the time.</p><div class="videoWrapper"><div class="videoSeparator"><div class="videoLabel">Recent Videos</div></div><div class="raptiveVideoWrapper"><div class="adthrive-content-specific-playlist" data-playlist-id=""></div></div><div class="videoSeparator"></div></div>
<p>The timing turned out to be good: Panasonic was able to provide us with an early version of the camera's new firmware (v3.0), so we were able to test it with the latest features. Read our review to find out why we think this camera is such a great all-around performer for enthusiasts and pros alike.</p>
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<div class="buybuttons"><hr></hr><p class="header-text">Buy now:</p><div class="buttons-wrapper"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BR8JMCYG?tag=gpsmed-1-20&amp;linkCode=ogv&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1797 at Amazon.com</span></span></a><a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1742428-REG/panasonic_dc_s5m2body_lumix_s5_ii_mirrorless.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1798 at B&amp;H Photo</span></span></a><a href="https://www.adorama.com/pcs5m2.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1798 at Adorama</span></span></a></div><hr></hr></div>
<h2>Sony FE 16-25mm F2.8 G: Sample gallery</h2>
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<p>The <a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1823773-REG/sony_fe_16_25mm_f_2_8_g.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sony FE 16-25mm F2.8 G</a> is a relatively compact wide-angle zoom lens aimed at street and travel photographers.</p>
<p>We were able to get our hands on the lens for a day and figured most readers would be curious to see some examples of street and architectural photography, so we hit the streets of downtown Seattle and ducked into the Seattle Public library when the weather turned ugly.</p>
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<div class="buybuttons"><hr></hr><p class="header-text">Buy now:</p><div class="buttons-wrapper"><a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1823773-REG/sony_fe_16_25mm_f_2_8_g.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1198 at B&amp;H Photo</span></span></a><a href="https://www.adorama.com/iso1625g.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1198 at Adorama</span></span></a></div><hr></hr></div>
<h2>March</h2>
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<h2>Sony FE 24-50mm F2.8 G: Sample gallery</h2>
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<p><a href="https://amzn.to/49EqSND" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sony's FE 24-50mm F2.8 G</a> is a fast, compact walk-around lens for its full-frame E-mount cameras. We took it out in snow and sun in New Jersey to put it through its paces.</p>
<p>In practice, we found that it makes for a light and portable package with convenient and satisfying hands-on controls and quick and quiet focus.</p>
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<h2>Leica SL3: Initial review</h2>
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<p>The Leica SL3 is a 60MP DSLR-shaped mirrorless camera built around Leica's L-mount. It brings a lot of technology from the Leica M11 models but also features a radically redesigned interface. In March we published <a href="/reviews/leica-sl3-initial-review" rel="noopener" target="_blank">our initial review</a>.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
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<h2>Panasonic Lumix S 28-200mm F4-7.1 Macro OIS: Sample gallery</h2>
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<p>Panasonic's newest zoom lens, the <a href="https://amzn.to/4d27wEk" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Lumix S 28-200mm F4-7.1 Macro OIS</a>, is so small that it just begs to be used for travel, so we took it on a trip to Japan to see if it lives up to its promise. It proved to be an outstanding choice, allowing us to cover a wide range of focal lengths without ever feeling like we were dragging around too much gear. We were pretty pleased with the optical performance, too.</p>
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<h2>Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 II: Studio scene</h2>
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<p>As we enter the final phase of our Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 II review, we've added the test scene images to our image comparison tool.</p>
<p class="actionButton"><a href="/articles/2843533539/panasonic-lumix-dc-g9-ii-added-to-studio-scene" rel="noopener" target="_blank">See the studio scene</a></p>
<div class="buybuttons"><hr></hr><p class="header-text">Buy now:</p><div class="buttons-wrapper"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CHTHLVHS?tag=gpsmed-1-20&amp;linkCode=ogv&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1897 at Amazon.com</span></span></a><a href="https://www.adorama.com/ipcg9m2.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1898 at Adorama</span></span></a><a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1786235-REG/panasonic_lumix_g9ii_g9_ii.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1898 at B&amp;H Photo</span></span></a></div><hr></hr></div>
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<p>We updated our <a href="https://amzn.to/4aHZfDW" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sony a9 III</a> sample gallery to include more sports and to get a feel for how effective its global shutter sensor is when combined with subject-detection autofocus in a variety of scenarios. And just to be safe, we also included some low ISO landscape images for those who want to evaluate image quality for other types of photography.</p>
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<h2>The Panasonic S5IIX goes to Japan: Sample gallery</h2>
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<p>We were working on our review of the <a href="https://amzn.to/49N8jpI" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Panasonic S5II</a> when it came time for our annual trek to Yokohama, Japan, for the camera industry's annual CP+ trade show, so we took along the S5IIX for some additional testing. It was a joy to shoot and it did a great job of capturing the color and texture of Japan, from the streets of Tokyo to snow monkeys near Nagano. It also proved that its weather sealing was up to the task, operating for hours in pouring rain without missing a beat.</p>
<p class="actionButton"><a href="/samples/6882509466/panasonic-lumix-s5iix-goes-to-japan" rel="noopener" target="_blank">See the sample gallery</a></p>
<div class="buybuttons"><hr></hr><p class="header-text">Buy now:</p><div class="buttons-wrapper"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BR8FY5HT?tag=gpsmed-1-20&amp;linkCode=ogv&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1997 at Amazon.com</span></span></a><a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1743629-REG/panasonic_dc_s5miix_ff_mirrorless_camera.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1997 at B&amp;H Photo</span></span></a><a href="https://www.adorama.com/pcs5m2x.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1997 at Adorama</span></span></a></div><hr></hr></div>
<h2>Panasonic Lumix G9 II: Review</h2>
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<p>The <a href="https://amzn.to/3JpQoL2" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Panasonic G9 II</a> is the first Panasonic Micro Four Thirds camera to include phase detect autofocus and is based on the same body as the full-frame S5 II. It also comes with a surprisingly long list of video features. Read our full review to find out what we liked and what we didn't.</p>
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<div class="buybuttons"><hr></hr><p class="header-text">Buy now:</p><div class="buttons-wrapper"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CHTHLVHS?tag=gpsmed-1-20&amp;linkCode=ogv&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1897 at Amazon.com</span></span></a><a href="https://www.adorama.com/ipcg9m2.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1898 at Adorama</span></span></a><a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1786235-REG/panasonic_lumix_g9ii_g9_ii.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1898 at B&amp;H Photo</span></span></a></div><hr></hr></div>
<h2>Sigma 50mm F1.2 DG DN Art: Sample gallery</h2>
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<p>The <a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1817655-REG/sigma_316965_50mm_f_1_2_dg_dn.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sigma 50mm F1.2 DG DN Art</a> is a comparatively lightweight prime lens aimed at travel, portrait and street photographers. Contributing editor Jeff Carlson immediately jumped on the opportunity to shoot a sample gallery with this lens, capturing spring cherry blossoms, portraits and some low-light photos for good measure.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
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<div class="buybuttons"><hr></hr><p class="header-text">Buy now:</p><div class="buttons-wrapper"><a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1817656-REG/sigma_316969_50mm_f_1_2_dg_dn.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1399 at B&amp;H Photo</span></span></a><a href="https://www.adorama.com/sg5012soe.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1399 at Adorama</span></span></a></div><hr></hr></div>
<h2>Nikon 28-400m F4-8: Pre-production sample gallery</h2>
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<p>We had an opportunity to try a pre-production version of Nikon's new 28-400mm F4-8 superzoom lens shortly before it was announced. Let's just say this lens really intrigues us, and we can't wait to get our hands on a production copy for more testing.</p>
<p class="actionButton"><a href="/samples/9447561393/nikon-28-400mm-f4-8-pre-production-sample-gallery" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">See the sample gallery</a></p>
<div class="buybuttons"><hr></hr><p class="header-text">Buy now:</p><div class="buttons-wrapper"><a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1818948-REG/nikon_nikkor_z_28_400mm_f_4_8.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1297 at B&amp;H Photo</span></span></a><a href="https://www.adorama.com/nkz28400.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1297 at Adorama</span></span></a><a href="https://amzn.to/3TXUUX6" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1299 at Amazon.com</span></span></a></div><hr></hr></div>
<h2>February</h2>
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<h2>Hasselblad 907X / CFV 100C: Sample gallery</h2>
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<p>Hasselblad's CFV 100C medium format digital back brings most of the features of the X2D 100C to smaller form factor that's compatible with a wide range of cameras from the company's history. We paired it with a 907X camera / lens adaptor and XCD 28mm F4.0 and XCD 90mm F2.5 lenses to <a href="/news/9388608295/hasselblad-907x-cfv-100c-sample-gallery" rel="noopener" target="_blank">shoot a sample gallery</a>.</p>
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<a href="https://fave.co/3vHUr1E" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$8,199 at B&amp;H Photo</span></span></a>
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<h2>Megadap ETZ21 Pro Sony-to-Nikon mirrorless lens adapter: Review</h2>
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<p>After getting our hands on it, we can say that, as far as what’s currently available for Sony shooters wishing to dabble in the Nikon realm, there is no better option on the market than the Megadap ETZ21 Sony E-mount to Nikon Z-mount lens adapter.</p>
<p class="newsLink actionButton"><a href="/reviews/megadap-etz21-pro-review-sony-nikon-mount-adapter" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Read the review</a></p>
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<a href="https://amzn.to/3SOQ265" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$249 at Amazon</span></span></a>
<a href="https://fave.co/3w8rpIQ" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$249 at B&amp;H Photo</span></span></a>
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<h2>Nikon Zf: Video reel update</h2>
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<p><a href="https://amzn.to/41Zj1aC" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Nikon's Zf</a> is a full-frame mirrorless camera with classic styling, built around a 24MP BSI CMOS sensor. It's designed to mimic the look of the company's FM2 SLR from the early 1980s, meaning it effectively becomes a full-frame counterpart to <a href="/reviews/nikon-z-fc-review">the company's Z fc APS-C camera. </a>In February, we updated our review with a video reel and impressions.</p>
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<a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJDHSFTN?tag=gpsmed-1-20&amp;linkCode=ogv&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1997 at Amazon</span></span></a>
<a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1788062-REG/nikon_1761_zf_mirrorless_camera.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1997 at B&amp;H Photo</span></span></a>
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<h2>Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 II: Studio scene</h2>
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<p>As we complete our <a href="https://amzn.to/48jxz6e" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 II</a> review, we've run the camera through our <a href="/articles/1316027046/setting-up-dpreview-camera-test-chart" rel="noopener" target="_blank">recently revitalized studio test scene</a> to see how it performs against the competition.</p>
<p class="actionButton"><a href="/articles/6083971894/panasonic-lumix-s5-ii-added-to-studio-scene/1" rel="noopener" target="_blank">See the results</a></p>
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<a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1742428-REG/panasonic_dc_s5m2body_lumix_s5_ii_mirrorless.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1798 at B&amp;H Photo</span></span></a>
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<a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BR8JMCYG?tag=gpsmed-1-20&amp;linkCode=ogv&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1798 at Amazon</span></span></a>
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<h2>Fujifilm X100VI: Initial review</h2>
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<p>February finally brought us the X100VI, a photographers' fixed-lens camera that combines a stabilized 40MP APS-C sensor with a 35mm equivalent F2 lens. We had it day one, and have published <a href="/reviews/fujifilm-x100vi-initial-review" rel="noopener" target="_blank">our initial review</a> along with <a href="/samples/0747202957/fujifilm-x100vi-a-sample-gallery-from-the-streets-of-seattle-to-yokohama" rel="noopener" target="_blank">a sample gallery</a>. Unfortunately, those won't help you <a href="/news/6468374175/fujifilm-x100vi-limited-edition-markup-ebay" rel="noopener" target="_blank">actually find one to buy</a>.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
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<a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1811353-REG/fujifilm_16821913_x100vi_digital_camera_black.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1,599 at B&amp;H Photo</span></span></a>
<a href="https://www.adorama.com/ifjx1006.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$1,599 at Adorama</span></span></a>
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<h2>OM System OM-1 II: Sample gallery</h2>
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<p>The OM System OM-1 Mark II is a high-speed Micro Four Thirds camera based around a 20MP Stacked CMOS sensor. As the name implies, it's an updated version of the flagship OM-1, with a series of hardware and firmware improvements. In February we <a href="/samples/4227267958/om-system-om-1-mark-ii-wildlife-and-street-scene-sample-gallery" rel="noopener" target="_blank">published a sample gallery</a> to update our <a href="/reviews/om-system-om-1-mark-ii-initial-review" rel="noopener" target="_blank">initial review</a>.</p>
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<p class="actionButton"><a href="/reviews/om-system-om-1-mark-ii-initial-review" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Read the initial review</a></p>
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<a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CS4NMS53?tag=gpsmed-1-20&amp;linkCode=ogv&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$2399 at Amazon</span></span></a>
<a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1806609-REG/om_system_v210040bu000_om_1_mark_ii_camera.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$2399 at B&amp;H Photo</span></span></a>
<a href="https://www.adorama.com/nkzf.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$2399 kit at Adorama</span></span></a>
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<h2>Sony a9 III: Initial review</h2>
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<p>The Sony a9 III is the company's latest high-speed pro sports camera. It features a Stacked CMOS sensor capable of shooting at 120 fps and able to read all its pixels out simultaneously: the long hoped-for 'global' shutter. Our studio scene analysis shows that it <a href="/articles/6717086661/sony-a9-iii-image-quality-dynamic-range-analysis" rel="noopener" target="_blank">comes at a cost</a>.</p>
<p class="actionButton"><a href="/reviews/sony-a9-iii-review-in-progress" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Read the review</a></p>
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<a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CMV98DP2?tag=gpsmed-1-20&amp;linkCode=ogv&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$5998 at Amazon</span></span></a>
<a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1794764-REG/sony_ilce_9m3_a9_iii_mirrorless_camera.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$5998 at B&amp;H</span></span></a>
<a href="https://www.adorama.com/isoa9m3.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$5998 at Adorama</span></span></a>
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<h2>Lumix S 100mm F2.8 Macro: Sample gallery</h2>
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<p>Panasonic's <a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1802181-REG/panasonic_s_e100_lumix_s_100mm_f_2_8.html" rel="noopener no follow" target="_blank">Lumix S 100mm F2.8 Macro</a> is a full-frame L-mount lens that's designed to be compact and lightweight, coming in at 82mm (3.2") long and 74mm (2.9") in diameter and tipping the scales at 298g (10.5 oz). Hands-on, we can confirm it is very tidy and light.</p>
<p class="actionButton"><a href="/samples/5648359313/panasonic-lumix-s-100mm-f2-8-macro-sample-gallery" rel="noopener" target="_blank">See the sample gallery</a></p>
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<p style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; margin: 12px 0 6px;">Buy now:</p>
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<a href="https://fave.co/41SGz0s" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$998 at B&amp;H Photo</span></span></a>
<a href="https://fave.co/48uCh1Z" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$998 at Adorama</span></span></a>
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<h2>Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II: Sample gallery</h2>
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<p>Sony's <a href="/news/3169480090/sony-announces-fe-16-35mm-f2-8-gm2">16-35mm F2.8 GM II lens</a> is smaller, lighter and more capable than its <a href="/products/sony/lenses/sony_fe_16-35_2p8_gm">predecessor</a>. Optical improvements come in the form of better corner-to-corner sharpness and a new close-focus distance of just 22 cm.</p>
<p class="actionButton"><a href="/articles/1427882227/sony-fe-16-35mm-f2-8-gm-ii-sample-gallery" rel="noopener" target="_blank">See the sample gallery</a></p>
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<p style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; margin: 12px 0 6px;">Buy now:</p>
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<a href="https://fave.co/48Wx8A7" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$2,298 at B&amp;H Photo</span></span></a>
<a href="https://fave.co/3SG9UbO" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$2,298 at Adorama</span></span></a>
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<h2 class="metadata">iPhone 15 Pro Max: Sample gallery</h2>
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<p>When we published our <a href="/samples/2098447607/iphone-15-pro-sample-gallery">iPhone 15 Pro Sample Gallery</a>, we didn’t yet have an iPhone 15 Pro Max model in hand. In addition to boasting a larger 6.7-inch screen, the Max differentiates itself by having a 5x (120mm equivalent) telephoto camera with a clever tetraprism design. The iPhone 15 Pro’s telephoto camera, meanwhile, shares the same 3x (77mm equivalent) field of view as the iPhone 14 Pro. Is the extra reach worth the bigger physical size and higher cost?</p>
<p class="actionButton"><a href="/samples/6527554058/iphone-15-pro-max-sample-gallery" rel="noopener" target="_blank">See the sample gallery</a></p>
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<p style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; margin: 12px 0 6px;">Buy now:</p>
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<a href="https://www.apple.com/shop/buy-iphone/iphone-15-pro" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">iPhone 15 Pro Max: $1199 at Apple</span></span></a>
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<h2>Canon EOS R100: Review</h2>
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<p>The <a href="https://amzn.to/3Hnn6fc" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Canon EOS R100</a> is an ultra-compact 24 Megapixel APS-C mirrorless camera with an RF mount. It is the cheapest way to enter Canon's mirrorless ecosystem, offering more flexibility than a smartphone.</p><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded_wrapper" class="ad-wrapper desktop-content-embedded"><div id="adSlot_desktop-content-embedded" class="ad desktop-content-embedded ad300x250"></div></div>
<p class="actionButton"><a href="/reviews/canon-eos-r100-review" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Read the review</a></p>
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<a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C5PM5YH6?tag=gpsmed-1-20&amp;linkCode=ogv&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$429 body only at Amazon</span></span></a>
<a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1769090-REG/canon_6052c012_eos_r100_mirrorless_camera.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$499 kit at B&amp;H Photo</span></span></a>
<a href="https://www.adorama.com/car100k.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$499 kit at Adorama</span></span></a>
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<h2>Fujifilm XF23mm F2 R WR: Review</h2>
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<p>The Fujifilm XF 23mm F2 R WR is a very compact, portable, wide-angle prime lens for Fujifilm X-mount cameras. It makes a great walkaround lens and is well-suited for uses like travel and street photography, as well as things such as moderately wide landscapes and environmental portraiture.</p>
<p class="actionButton"><a href="/reviews/fujifilm-xf23mm-f2-r-wr-lens-review" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Read the review</a></p>
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<a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KNXOCO8?tag=gpsmed-1-20&amp;linkCode=ogv&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$449 at Amazon</span></span></a>
<a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1275473-REG/fujifilm_16523169_fujinon_23mm_f_2_r.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$449 at B&amp;H</span></span></a>
<a href="https://www.adorama.com/ifj232b.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$449 at Adorama</span></span></a>
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<h2>Sony ZV-1 Mark II: Review</h2>
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<p>The <a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1767283-REG/sony_zv_1_ii_digital_camera.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sony ZV-1 Mark II</a> is a vlogging-focused compact camera built around a 20MP Type 1 (13.2 x 8.8mm) Stacked CMOS sensor and an 18-50mm equivalent F1.8-4.0 lens. Besides the new focal length range, much of this camera remains the same as its predecessor, which was itself a competent pocket-sized video camera.</p>
<p class="actionButton"><a href="/reviews/sony-zv-1-mark-ii-review" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Read the review</a></p>
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<a href="https://amzn.to/3UbLgRx" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$898 at Amazon</span></span></a>
<a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1767283-REG/sony_zv_1_ii_digital_camera.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$898 at B&amp;H</span></span></a>
<a href="https://www.adorama.com/isozv1m2.html" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$898 at Adorama</span></span></a>
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<h2>Tenba Axis V2 18L backpack: Review</h2>
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<p>The <a href="https://fave.co/41Rd3Z3" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Tenba Axis V2 18L</a> ($200) is a well-made, quietly competent but otherwise uninteresting backpack. Tenba has been in this industry long enough to know the basics of building a functional bag, but this simple black rectangle struggles to stand out against a field packed with more interesting, stylish, or specialized options like <a href="/reviews/peak-design-everyday-backpack-v2-review" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Peak Design's exceedingly versatile Everyday Bag</a> or <a href="/reviews/lowepro-photosport-outdoor-backpack-bp-24l-aw-iii-review" rel="noopener" target="_blank">LowePro's hiking bag that happens to hold cameras well too</a>.</p>
<p class="actionButton"><a href="/news/8127597293/tenba-axis-v2-18l-bag-review" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Read the review</a></p>
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<a href="https://fave.co/41Rd3Z3" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$200 at Tenba</span></span></a>
<a href="https://fave.co/4aN8eEl" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$200 at B&amp;H Photo</span></span></a>
<a href="https://amzn.to/3ScpL1m" class="article-buybutton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span class="mdc-button text-button mdc-button--raised"><div class="mdc-button__ripple"></div><span class="mdc-button__label">$200 at Amazon</span></span></a>
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<p>7Artisans has released a new manual focus <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D1XPSCDX?&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=fujirumor-20&amp;linkId=941acdd982cf13a9804efc29fef43108&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">50mm F1.4 Tilt lens</a>, compatible with Sony and Fujifilm APS-C cameras, as well as Olympus and Panasonic Micro Four Thirds cameras.</p><div class="videoWrapper"><div class="videoSeparator"><div class="videoLabel">Recent Videos</div></div><div class="raptiveVideoWrapper"><div class="adthrive-content-specific-playlist" data-playlist-id=""></div></div><div class="videoSeparator"></div></div>
<p>The new 50mm lens is made up of seven elements in six groups and has 12 aperture blades. It has a minimum focusing distance of 0.5m (19.6") and weighs 364g (12.8oz). 7Artisans states the lens has a full metal build but does not mention weather sealing.</p>
<p>At the front of the lens is a numbered aperture ring, with the depth of field scale and distance scale focus ring sitting just behind. Users can rotate the lens a full 360-degrees and the tilt axis moves left to right. The company has yet to confirm how many degrees the lens can tilt on either side.</p>
<p>Although photographers commonly use tilt lenses for architecture photography and to experiment with depth of field, 7Artisans claims the 50mm F1.4 offers enough clarity for portraiture, claiming distortion of only 1.9%.</p>
<p>Search engines will likely confuse the new 7Artisans lens with <a href="/news/7150209583/ttartisan-adds-canon-rf-fujiflm-x-and-nikon-z-mount-versions-of-its-199-50mm-f1-4-tilt-lens" rel="noopener" target="_blank">another 50mm F1.4 tilt lens</a> made by TTArtisan. Although similar brand names, they're two separate companies, so it's worth confirming who you're buying from should you decide to purchase either lens.</p>
<h3>Pricing and availability</h3>
<p>The new 50mm F1.4 tilt lens is now available from 7Artisans' <a href="https://7artisans.store/products/50mm-f1-4-aps-c-tilt-lens-for-e-fx-m43" rel="noopener" target="_blank">website</a> and <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D1XPSCDX?&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=fujirumor-20&amp;linkId=941acdd982cf13a9804efc29fef43108&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Amazon</a> at a suggested retail price of $226, and could be an affordable option for those looking to be more creative with their photography.</p>
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<p>Entries for Fujifilm US's Limited Edition X100VI raffle are now officially open. Entry is free and only open to US residents (18+). The raffle closes on April 21st (11:59 p.m. EDT), so if you want access to Fujifilm's highly talked about camera, you'll need to enter quickly.</p><div class="videoWrapper"><div class="videoSeparator"><div class="videoLabel">Recent Videos</div></div><div class="raptiveVideoWrapper"><div class="adthrive-content-specific-playlist" data-playlist-id=""></div></div><div class="videoSeparator"></div></div>
<p>Unlike other photography raffles, the prize isn't a free camera. Instead, you're entering to win an opportunity to purchase the camera at the list price of of $1995.95 (plus taxes and shipping). That's still considerably cheaper than <a href="/news/6468374175/fujifilm-x100vi-limited-edition-markup-ebay" rel="noopener" target="_blank">the aftermarket prices</a>. Fujifilm will select a total of 200 winners and will notify them via email on April 25th.</p>
<p>Fujifilm states there will be a set deadline for winners to purchase the Limited Edition X100VI, but is yet to confirm when that is. The company doesn't say how long winners will have to wait to receive their cameras either.</p>
<p>Fujifilm US originally allocated its 300 units of the 1934-strong limited edition on a first-come, first-served basis. But then said it had "intercepted a large number of suspicious X100VI Limited Edition orders," which it then canceled. The fact that 200 units are again available suggests it canceled a large number of the 'confirmed preorders' that were listed on eBay immediately after the initial release.</p>
<p>You can enter with an email address, after which you will receive a unique authentication code that you'll need to submit. Fujifilm then asks for your full name, address and that you agree to the <a href="https://fujifilmeventsusa.com/x100vi-le/raffle_terms" rel="noopener" target="_blank">T&amp;Cs</a>. You can only enter once and the company says it will actively monitor potential duplicate entries, voiding any it finds guilty of misusing the entry form.</p>
<p>The distribution of these 200 units is likely to bring an end to the surprisingly complex international saga of the limited edition's allocation.</p>
<p>To be in with a chance to win, simply head over to the Fujifilm US Events <a href="https://fujifilmeventsusa.com/x100vi-le/?utm_source=threads&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_campaign=raffle" rel="noopener" target="_blank">website</a>. Good luck!</p></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Apr 2024 00:41:00 Z</pubDate><a10:link rel="alternate" href="https://www.dpreview.com/news/2309685362/fujifilm-us-launches-raffle-to-purchase-limited-edition-x100vi" /><media:thumbnail url="https://3.img-dpreview.com/files/p/E~C0x0S1541x1156T1200x900~articles/2309685362/X100VI_raffle.png" width="1200" height="900" /></item><item><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.dpreview.com/news/2735107119/blackmagic-design-pyxis-usd3000-6k-full-frame-camera</guid><link>https://www.dpreview.com/news/2735107119/blackmagic-design-pyxis-usd3000-6k-full-frame-camera</link><title>Blackmagic Design announces Pyxis modular full-frame video camera</title><description><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="images noCrop singleNoBorder center" data-image-height="null" data-image-width="590">
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<p>Alongside the Ursa Cine, Blackmagic Designs also announced the Pyxis, a $3000, 6K full-frame (36 x 24mm) modular camera. It will be available with PL, locking Canon EF or Leica L mounts.</p><div class="videoWrapper"><div class="videoSeparator"><div class="videoLabel">Recent Videos</div></div><div class="raptiveVideoWrapper"><div class="adthrive-content-specific-playlist" data-playlist-id=""></div></div><div class="videoSeparator"></div></div>
<p>As with most of Blackmagic's cameras, the Pyxis offers a series of aspect ratios and crops in different frame rates, extending from 6048 x 4032 pixel 3:2 open gate at up to 36p, to 17:9 DCI 4K at up to 60p taken from a Super35 (∼APS-C) region of the sensor. Unlike the Ursa Cine models, the Pyxis appears to use a conventional Bayer color filter pattern.</p>
<p>The Pyxis captures to CFexpress cards or outputs over USB-C to an external SSD or over Ethernet. It uses Blackmagic's proprietary demosaiced and compressed 'Blackmagic RAW' format and can generate H.264 proxy files alongside. It has a built-in 4" Full HD LCD panel that can act as an HDR display thanks to its 1500 nits peak brightness. Despite being described as a box camera, the Pyxis includes extensive direct controls, as well as this display.</p>
<p>The camera features a series of mounting points for handles, viewfinders and other accessories and has a replaceable side plate that can be swapped-out for one with a SSD/phone holder or a standard rosette connector.</p>
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<p>The sensor is a dual conversion gain design that Blackmagic indicates as offering native ISO or 400 and 3200, with these two states used to provide all higher and lower ISO values (rather than using variable amplification as is usually done in stills cameras). Blackmagic claims 13 stops of DR.</p>
<p>The presence of dual conversion gain, its 36p open gate max frame rate and the need for substantial crops to achieve 60p (a very narrow 2.4:1 6048 x 2520px mode being the highest resolution at which it can be delivered) may point to the use of the 24MP Sony Semiconductor sensor that appears in a wide array of other cameras, from Panasonic's S1H to Sigma's fp and Nikon's Zf. If this is the case, then there'll be appreciably worse rolling shutter than the likes of Sony's (much more expensive) FX6, but with the advantage of higher resolution capture and the greater format flexibility that comes with this.</p>
<p>The Blackmagic Pyxis is available from June 2024 at a recommended price of $3,000.</p>
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<h2>Blackmagic Design Announces New Blackmagic PYXIS 6K</h2>
<p><strong>NAB 2024, Las Vegas, USA - Friday, April 12, 2024</strong> - Blackmagic Design today announced Blackmagic PYXIS 6K a next generation digital film camera that features a versatile box or cube design so you can rig up the perfect camera for your production! This new model features a massive 36 x 24mm 6K sensor with 13 stops of dynamic range and dual CFexpress media recorders, all in a customizable body. Blackmagic PYXIS 6K is available in three models, with customers able to choose between L-Mount, PL or Locking EF lens mounts. Blackmagic PYXIS 6K will be available in June from Blackmagic Design resellers worldwide from US$2,995.</p>
<p>The Blackmagic PYXIS 6K will be demonstrated on the Blackmagic Design NAB 2024 booth #SL5005.</p>
<p>With multiple mounting points and accessory side plates, it’s easy to configure Blackmagic PYXIS into the camera customers need it to be. PYXIS’ compact body is made from precision CNC machined aerospace aluminum, which means it is lightweight yet very strong. Customers can easily mount it on a range of camera rigs such as cranes, gimbals or drones. In addition to the multiple 1/4″ and 3/8″ thread mounts on the top and bottom of the body, Blackmagic PYXIS has a range of side plates that further extend their ability to mount accessories such as handles, microphones or even SSDs. All this means customers can build the perfect camera for the any production that’s both rugged and reliable.</p>
<p>Blackmagic PYXIS features a massive full frame sensor with a native resolution of 6048 x 4032. That's almost three times larger than a Super 35 sensor and allows customers to shoot with a shallow depth of field or to use anamorphic lenses uncropped for a true cinematic look. Whether users are shooting in bright sunlight or in almost no light at all, the 13 stops of dynamic range with dual native ISO up to 25,600 provide stunning low noise images in all lighting conditions.</p>
<p>Using the full area of the sensor gives customers a unique open gate 3:2 image which also lets customers reframe their shots in post production. The large sensor also lets customers work in true 6:5 anamorphic without cropping, making widescreen cinematic images more detailed and in higher resolution than previously possible.</p>
<p>With 3 models, customers can choose between L-Mount, EF or PL lenses, making Blackmagic PYXIS compatible with the largest range of cinema and photographic lenses in the world. The L-Mount model works with the latest full frame lenses from Leica, Panasonic and Sigma but can also accommodate lens adapters, allowing customers to use a wide variety of new and vintage lenses. The EF model lets customers use high quality photographic lenses customers already own from DSLRs or even Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Cameras. Or the PL model lets customers work with professional cinema lenses from Zeiss, ARRI, Cooke and more without needing an adapter.</p>
<p>Blackmagic PYXIS can shoot in all standard resolutions and frame rates from HD up to DCI 4K and even 6K. Customers can even shoot stills at 24.6 megapixels. Blackmagic PYXIS will shoot up to 36 fps at 6048 x 4032 3:2 open gate or 60 fps at 6048 x 2520 2.4:1 and 60 fps at 4096 x 2160 4K DCI. For higher frame rates customers can window the sensor and shoot up to 100 fps at 2112 x 1184 Super 16.</p>
<p>The built in LCD on Blackmagic PYXIS is more than just a simple status display. It’s a 4″ high resolution HDR touchscreen that is also perfect for monitoring and reviewing shots on set. Its full HD resolution means customers can frame and focus their shots without needing to carry around a bulky external monitor. Customers can even use the display as a focus assist station.</p>
<p>Blackmagic PYXIS features a logical design that puts important functions such as ISO, WB and shutter at their fingertips with both touchscreen and physical controls. A row of 3 customizable function buttons means customers don’t have to go hunting through menus on a tiny screen to find a command. The controls can even be locked to avoid accidentally changing settings during a shot or when the camera is out of reach on a rig.</p>
<p>The innovative side plates expand the riggability of their camera even further. The standard plate included with Blackmagic PYXIS is made from the same aircraft grade aluminum as the camera body and features 2 1/4″ thread mounts and one 3/8″ thread mount, allowing customers to add microphones, brackets or other accessories. Or customers can attach the included SSD plate which offers a convenient location to securely attach a USB-C drive for recording or even a mobile phone for live streaming.</p>
<p>Blackmagic PYXIS records in Blackmagic RAW to preserve control of detail, exposure and color during post production. It also records HD H.264 proxies in real time making it easy to share media around the world in minutes. This means images always maintain unprecedented resolution and quality for color, keying, compositing, reframing, stabilization and tracking in HD, 4K or 6K.</p>
<p>The Blackmagic PYXIS features two built in CFexpress card recorders, and a USB-C expansion port for recording direct to external flash media disks or an SSD. CFexpress media are more durable and faster than even older media so are perfect for recording full resolution, 12-bit Blackmagic RAW files. Plus, with dual CFexpress slots, customers can keep recording because customers can hot swap full cards without stopping.</p>
<p>Blackmagic PYXIS supports creating a small H.264 proxy file in addition to the camera original media when recording. This means the small proxy file can upload to Blackmagic Cloud in seconds so their media is available back at the studio in real time. The ability to transfer media directly into the DaVinci Resolve media bin as editors are working is revolutionary and has never before been possible. Any editor working anywhere in the world will get the shots.</p>
<p>When uploading to Blackmagic Cloud, customers can use an Apple or Android phone to get a connection to the internet via mobile data. Simply connect the phone to the USB-C port and Blackmagic PYXIS will configure for mobile data. Customers can also connect via wired Ethernet using the camera’s Ethernet port. This lets customers get their media out as customers shoot so post production teams anywhere in the world can start work in real time.</p>
<p>Blackmagic PYXIS supports the optional Blackmagic URSA Cine EVF to make outdoors and handheld shooting accurate and easy. Customers get an integrated high quality 1920 x 1080 color OLED display with built in proximity sensor, 4 element glass diopter for incredible accuracy with a wide focus adjustment.</p>
<p>Blackmagic PYXIS features a wide range of connections for audio, monitoring, power and more. The camera includes a 12G-SDI out for monitoring with support for HDR and Ultra HD output. That means customers can connect an SDI display for on set monitoring of images, with or without overlays that show critical information and camera status. SDI allows for much longer cable runs than HDMI making it easier to reach monitors that are further away on set.</p>
<p>Blackmagic PYXIS features a built hardware streaming engine that supports RTMP and SRT streaming to YouTube, Facebook, X and more. For internet access, customers have two options, one to connect via Ethernet or customers can connect a 4G or 5G phone for mobile data. As the streaming is built into the camera, customers can see the stream status and data rate in the viewfinder and the LCD.</p>
<p>"Since the introduction of the original Pocket Cinema Cameras, our customers have been asking us to make it in a more customizable design," said Grant Petty, Blackmagic Design CEO. "But we wanted it to be so much more than just a Pocket Cinema Camera in a different body. The new Blackmagic PYXIS is a fully professional cinema camera with more connections and seamless integration into post production workflows. We think customers are going to love the incredibly adaptable design and we can’t wait to see how they use it!"</p>
<h4>Blackmagic PYXIS 6K Features</h4>
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<li>36 x 24mm full frame 6K 6048 x 4032 sensor.</li>
<li>Open gate 3:2, full height 6:5 anamorphic and Super 35 for creating cinematic content.</li>
<li>Choice of models with L-Mount, PL or locking EF lens mounts.</li>
<li>Records full resolution up to 36 fps or 120 fps windowed.</li>
<li>Built-in 4″ HDR 1500 nit LCD screen.</li>
<li>Records Blackmagic RAW and H.264 proxies.</li>
<li>Extremely fast dual CFexpress card recording.</li>
<li>Ethernet or mobile data for mobile remote streaming.</li>
<li>Optional Blackmagic URSA Cine EVF.</li>
<li>Features 12G-SDI for monitoring with status overlay.</li>
<li>Professional mini XLR input with 48 volt phantom power.</li>
<li>Complete streaming solution for YouTube, Facebook, Twitter and more.</li>
<li>High capacity BP-U series batteries.</li>
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<h4>Availability and Price</h4>
<p>Blackmagic PYXIS 6K will be available in June from US$2,995, excluding duties, from Blackmagic Design resellers worldwide.</p>
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