If you’re on the hunt for some fantastic deals on cameras, lenses and more this Labor Day, you need to check out the specials we have found. There are excellent camera deals like the Fujifilm X-H1 w/grip for $999, the Sony A7 II for $898, and you can save $700 on the Panasonic S1R. The Nikon Trade-In event can get you up to $100 more than your trade is worth if you buy a Z6 and up to $200 more if you buy a Z7. Need a tablet? Pick up an Apple iPad Mini 4 with cellular connection for just $299, or an iPad Pro 10.5-inch for only $499. There are also deals on lights, computers, storage and more. Come and check out all of the camera deals and everything else after the break.
Although Sony’s been releasing new mirrorless APS-C cameras regularly for the last few years, a common complaint has been the lack of new lenses that are designed specifically for crop sensor E mount cameras. With the introduction of the Sony E 16-55mm f2.8 G lens, photographers shooting with Sony APS-C mirrorless cameras finally have a new first-party standard zoom option available. The SEL1655G is Sony’s first 16-55mm zoom designed specifically for crop sensor E mount cameras, with a 35mm Full Frame equivalent focal length of 24-82.5mm and a constant aperture of f2.8. 24-70mm f2.8 zooms are the workhorse lenses for many working photographers, and this 16-55mm is essentially the APS-C version of that lens, albeit much lighter and more compact. The Sony E 16-55mm f2.8 G features an optical design consisting of two AA lens, two aspherical elements, and three ED glasses, and is driven by an XD Linear Motor allowing the lens to focus quickly, accurately, and quietly. Being a G lens, the 16-55mm is also dust and moisture resistant.
If you’re looking to perhaps pick up a new lens, or need some new accessories to help you in your photographic journey, you’ve come to the right place. We have found some tremendous photography deals for you. The excellent Sigma 35mm f1.4 DG HSM Art has a discount of $200 which bring it down to just $699! The Sigma 24-105 Art is down to only $779 too for both Canon and Nikon cameras. You can also get a great deal on a 10.5″ Apple iPad Pro. Right now this tablet is only $499! Then there are deals on an anti-theft camera holster which is only $9.99 (regular $59.95), and the Think Tank Urban Approach shoulder camera bag is a steal at $49.99. Come and see all of the other incredible savings and photography deals we have found after the break.
If you like your lenses wide, and you shoot with one of Sony’s E Mount cameras, this news is for you. Rokinon has just announced a brand new compact, wide lens for the Sony E Mount system. The Rokinon 18mm f2.8 AF promised to be a great addition to the camera bags of photographers who love shooting landscapes, astrophotography, and architectural images. Join us after the break for all the details about the Rokinon 18mm f2.8 AF.
One of the most significant innovations when it comes to cameras over the last 5 or so years has been the introduction of in-body image stabilization. Sony, of course, has this technology in their a77 II DSLR, and so did Pentax in the K1, K1 II, but other companies, like Canon, have for some reason overlooked the technology and have instead opted to focus on lens image stabilization. Things need to change though as in-body image stabilization has fast become a must-have feature in Mirrorless cameras, and those without it are often seen as inferior devices. Canon is often seen as a company who need to implement this tech as soon as possible. Will adding IBIS to their cameras be enough to win photographers back though, and should Canon even add it in the first place? Let’s discuss
While the primary goal of food photography is to trigger our cravings and make our mouths water, it can also create powerful messages and convey playful ideas. A perfect example is Break/Fast, an ingenious project by Tessa Dóniga Johnson and her studio, Fragmento Universo. If you’re looking for an out-of-the-box approach to food photography, we’re sure you’ll want to dig into this!
Sony announced its latest APS-C flagship A6600 today at their New York headquarters. While the resolution remains at 24.2 Megapixels like the rest of the cameras in the A6xxx series, the A6600 features Sony’s latest-generation BIONZ X image processing engine which it claims to be 1.8x faster than the A6500, and can output 14-bit raw files. Like the A6500, the A6600 has 5-axis image stabilization built-in. The magnesium alloy body is also said to be dust and moisture resistant. It also sports the same flip-up rear LCD that was first introduced with the A6400. The most noticeable change with the A6600 is that it uses the larger and higher capacity NP-FZ100 Lithium-Ion batteries. This is a first for a Sony mirrorless APS-C body, which results in the camera having a larger and handgrip. We got to spend some time shooting with the new camera in a variety of different environments. Head on after the jump for our first impressions.
One of the best things about photography is that it can adapt to a variety of other mediums and combine itself to deliver really unique images. Even better, lots of those can be done in-camera without the need for Photoshop, Lightroom, etc. Sure, you can shoot it and fix it in post–but why bother? Why not try to get it right in the first place and worry less later on? If you’re a photographer that has a great grasp of the technical side and is very in touch with your artistic side, then this tutorial on how to make images of landscapes look like paintings is for you.
You can often get away with very simple poses for close-ups and half-body shots when photographing male models. But when it comes to full body portraits, natural-looking poses can be challenging, especially when you’re totally new to it. With this photography cheat sheet we spotted, however, you’ll have a bunch of poses to try and experiment with for your next portrait practice.
“I always liked to watch people, and create an imaginative world which I can escape to,” says Marina Koryakin. She adds, “in 2015 I bought my first camera, and I became drawn right away to the world of street photography.” Born in Ukraine and now residing in Isreal, Marina has stamped her authority on the street photography scene. In just a short space of time she has grown in popularity, and her work is enjoyed by many. Her street photographs are beautifully balanced, and her exciting subjects bring them to life. Shooting out on the streets is her way of communicating with the world. In her words, “[my motivation comes from] the need to express myself and my artistic vision.”