Canon EOS R and EOS RP users rejoice! We have some good news for you. Today Rokinon announced that they will be releasing two lenses with Canon’s new RF Mount; a 14mm f2.8, and a 85mm f1.4. Given that there are really very few lenses for the platform right now, we are sure that this will bring a smile to your face. Rokinon have been producing some optically excellent lenses lately, so the hope is that these follow suit. Join us after the break for more information.
While looking at a city objectively has its merits, sometimes an artistic perspective also proves to be effective in creating its poignant portrait. Paris-based fine art photographer and Lumix Ambassador Ludwig Favre has given us a fine example in the past with his glowing portrait of New York Chinatown just before sunrise. Now, he turns his lens and taste for colors in yet another stunning series, this time showcasing Chicago.
On the latest episode of Inside the Photographer’s Mind, Tony Gale takes us through his creative process and guides us through a number of personal projects, insights into how he creates his portfolio, and his thoughts on how we need to put women in more powerful places in our industry. Tony has been shooting for years and evolved to not only be an Editorial and Commercial photographer, but also an ambassador for a number of companies such as Sony, Manfrotto, X-Rite and more.
Mention the “cone of shame” to any pet owner and you’ll be met with all sorts of stories about trips to the vet or groomers, and why the contraption was necessary. But in the ongoing personal project of Winnie Au, the Elizabethan collar becomes a work of art and a symbol of hope for dogs in need of surgeries. If you’re an animal lover looking for a unique project with a cause to support, you might want to check this out.
One of the oldest questions that photographers tend to ask themselves at one point or another is about whether they should go for an f2.8 zoom lens or an f4 zoom lens. Both tend to have their advantages. Most f4 zoom lenses, like a 24-70mm f4 can offer a lightweight experience for the photographer casually photo walking while giving them solid image quality at an affordable price. On the other hand, f2.8 zoom lenses can give photographers better image quality, build quality, and the much needed ability to shoot in less light with a faster shutter speed. Both options also have their own disadvantages. So to explore this, we’re invoking an older article that we published with some critical updates.
We all know that there is gear out there considered the be the best options for concert photography, but what about the gear that works? And what if you’re on a really slim budget? Well thankfully, no one is really making terrible cameras–and they haven’t been for years. So we’re going to take a look at some of the most thrifty options on the market.
Up until now, Viltrox was known primarily for their camera accessories and lens adapters, so our interests were piqued when we were first introduced to the Viltrox PFU RBMH 20mm f1.8 ASPH lens during PhotoPlus last year. After spending some brief time with the fully manual ultra-wide angle lens on the convention floor, we came away intrigued and were eager to get a review sample in for testing. With their 20mm f1.8, Viltrox is offering Sony mirrorless shooters a value proposition in the form of an affordable ultra-wide housed within a metal body that is both well built and produces excellent images. Read on to find out how well the freshman lens maker fared.
Yes, we know. DXOMark rankings are not the be all and end all when it comes to camera performance. There are so many things to take into consideration when it comes to how well a camera performs. From ergonomics, to lens choices, and ease of use, to hundreds of features that can set cameras apart from each other. All of these play a role in how good a camera is, but sensor performance is an important metric, and it is one that many photographers look at when choosing a camera. The top 10 performing cameras in regards to sensor output has changed since the last time we looked at DXOMark, so it’s time for a refresher.
If you shoot street photography in somewhere like London or New York, you’re afforded the luxury of being able to work freely in a public space. Franzie Allen is perfecting her craft in Dubai, a part of the world that’s known for its restrictive laws – photography is no exception. That, however, does not stop her doing her thing and doing it exceptionally well! Her street photography is full of beautiful light and vibrant colors, sucking you in by leaning on some tried and tested techniques. Although for Franzie, street photography is more than creating photographs. “Street Photography is my therapy”. She opens up, “…in the fast-paced world we are in now, it helps me slow down and appreciate the things around us”.
It’s time for us to appreciate everything that she captures…
There’s always a lot about physical photobooks and monographs that make the viewing experience more rewarding. That’s why whenever we come across a printed project, we feel more of us should indulge in the tactile experience once in a while. This is especially the case with travel photography that focuses on roads less traveled and mostly unknown places. Such is the case for the Overland photobook, which promises to “take the reader on a visual journey across the almost forgotten lands of Central Asia.”