Cameras

Shooting Challenge: Dream

What do we see when we dream? Is it one image in one place, or is it a montage of many? Are people one person, or combinations of several? For this week’s Shooting Challenge, you’ll show us how you dream. The Challenge Take a photo of a dream. The Technique This may be the hardest…

Tech News Mark Wilson Jul 18

Samsung MV900F: Will This Tiny Camera’s Photos Be as Beautiful as its Design?

If there’s one thing that’s definitely going in the right direction with point-and-shoot cameras these days, it’s design. The new Samsung MV900F is a perfect example. Beautiful. Plus it’s got a a 3.3-inch capacitive touchscreen that flips out 180 degrees, and, because it’s Samsung, Wi-Fi connectivity. But can the photos anf functionality ever live up…

Tech News Mario Aguilar Jul 18

Panasonic Lumix LX7: A Gorgeous, Darkness-Assassinating Camera That Fits In Your Pocket

In 2010 the Panasonic LX5 was a glorious pocket camera—it still is. It offers full manual controls for enthusiast photogs that want them, superb image quality, and beautiful Leica-styling to boot. Though it sticks with the slick look, the new Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 is more than a spec-bump; it’s a faster, more evolved iteration of…

Tech News Mario Aguilar Jul 18

How the iPhone 4S’ Camera Sensor Compares with a Point and Shoot and Full Frame DSLR

If you were ever curious to find out what the size of your phones and cameras’ sensor, the guys behind CameraSize have made SensorSize. It shows what your camera is really packing underneath those materials and whips ’em out to compare it with other devices too. https://gizmodo.com/if-youre-buying-a-new-camera-you-must-use-this-website-5858084 Above shows the hilarious sensor comparison of the…

Tech News Casey Chan Jul 16

How Canon Built Your Digital Camera

You’re not going to walk away with an in-depth knowledge of how to build your own digital camera from watching this video. But Canon’s behind-the-scenes peek at what goes into building and designing its digital cameras and lenses is still pretty fascinating if you’re into photography. And as PetaPixel points out, probably the most fascinating…

Gadgets Andrew Liszewski Jul 10

Why I Hate My Camera

Steve Giralt is a pro photographer in NYC. But just because his life revolves around his camera doesn’t mean it’s a love fest. Here’s why he has beef with his photo gear. Unlike most photographers, I hate my camera. I have read hundreds of stories on the internet where photographers argue about which cameras are…

Tech News Steve Giralt Jul 9

I Still Can’t Believe a Normal Camera Can Resist These Tortures

Apparently, some people love the Pentax DSLRs because they can stand sand storms and heavy rain. I never imagined they could be subjected to this kind of hardcore testing. That’s probably why US Army soldier Alex Jansen, now deployed in Afghanistan, loves them. Watch as he buries his Pentax K-7 and K-5 DSLR cameras—plus their…

Tech News Jesus Diaz Jul 9

You Might Be Allergic to Your Canon Camera

Canon just released a statement saying the front rubber grips of some Canon T4i DSLR cameras may cause an allergic reaction. The grips could also turn white after a short period of time, which combined with the possibility of allergies, is, uh, sort of a problem since you hold the thing to take pictures. Here’s…

Tech News Casey Chan Jul 8

Rokinon 8mm Fisheye Cine-Lens Lightning Review: Extreme Wide Angle on a Budget

The fisheye lens is a staple of anyone photographing skateboarding and BMX. Rokinon’s latest lens—the 8mm T3.8 Cine Lens—should please DSLR videographers looking to get in on the action footage. What Is It? A $400 DSLR prime lens with a short focal length that produces an ultra-wide, exaggerated perspective. Who’s It For? Photographers and videographers…

Reviews Michael Hession Jul 6

Samsung’s EX2F Compact Camera Has a Wonderfully Wide Aperture

When Sony announced its RX100 pro compact last month, we ogled over the wide f/1.8 aperture, made possible largely in part by its spacious 1-inch sensor. Samsung is also entering this war with its EX2F, which sticks a f/1.4 aperture onto a 1/1.7-inch sensor (the same sized sensor found on many premium compacts). In addition…

Gadgets Adrian Covert Jul 3

Now That High-Res Screens Make Cameraphone Shots Look Ugly, Will You Use an Actual Camera Again?

John Herrman over at Buzzfeed FWD astutely points out that all of the flaws of cameraphones (noisy sensors, poor focus abilities, artifacting, etc.) are being exposed now that we have large screens (both in size and resolution to display our images on). Going forward, is this enough of a reason to make you go back…

Tech News Adrian Covert Jul 2

Canon Recalling S100 Camera Due to Faulty Lens (Updated: It’s Only an Advisory)

Canon’s S100 camera—the company’s premier point-and-shoot model— is being recalled due to a manufacturing problem which can cause the lens to get stuck while extended. Here’s how to find out if your camera is one of those affected. Any faulty models will fall under certain serial number ranges which are as follows: The first and…

Tech News Mario Aguilar Jul 2

Nikon D3200 Lightning Review: Where Were You Two Years Ago?

It’s hard to name a good reason to buy a budget DSLR now. You can get virtually all of the same features—lenses, image quality, manual controls—from a smaller, more portable mirrorless camera. So how does the Nikon D3200 fit into today’s camera market? What Is It? At $700, the Nikon D3200 is one of the…

Reviews Mario Aguilar Jul 2

The World’s Smallest 4K Camera Fits in the Palm of Your Hand

4K resolution video will be the next big technological leap as far as film and television goes. But it doesn’t take a massive, expensive camera like the RED Epic to shoot 4K resolution video. In fact, Point Grey’s Flea3 webcam—equipped with a Sony Exmor R sensor—is up to the task but is hardly bigger than…

Tech News Adrian Covert Jun 29

JVC’s Tiny HD Action Camera Looks Like a Freaking Tank

JVC’s new GC-XA1 ADIXXION action camera is loaded, combining the best features of the competition into a compact, everything-proof package. No extra add-ons to buy. Is this the most-powerful compact action footage weapon yet? The GC-XA1 ADIXXION weighs just 4.5 ounces and it’s water, shock, dust and freeze-proof. It packs a five-megapixel CMOS sensory, shoots…

Tech News Mario Aguilar Jun 28

This Sony Action Cam Prototype Is Brimming With Wonderful Tiny Tech

Sony just posted images of this tiny action camera it’s developing. It’s adorable, but seriously, how the heck is a camera that small going to produce high quality HD video? It’s got solid guts—and not the kind you need to go skydiving. We actually know two very important components Sony’s testing out: The lens and…

Tech News Mario Aguilar Jun 27

This Robot Never Loses at Rock, Paper, Scissors Because It’s a Damn Cheater

This rudimentary robot hand, developed by the Ishikawa Oku Laboratory in Japan, never loses at Rock, Paper, Scissors. It has a perfect record against everyone who’s ever challenged it, but that’s only because it can see and react faster than any human being can. Using a high-speed camera the position and shape of the human…

Gadgets Andrew Liszewski Jun 26

Casio’s Camera App Lets You Share Messages Via Flashing Disco Lights

A while ago Casio came up with a new approach to sharing data and messages on a mobile device. Instead of a wireless data connection, it uses the camera to read and decode a multi-colored flashing light, not unlike morse code. And now the company has released a free iOS app that lets you try…

Tech News Andrew Liszewski Jun 26

How Many Cameras Does One Astronaut Really Need?

Astronaut Don Pettit doesn’t have the name recognition of Ansel Adams, but his work transcends cultures and borders around the globe, literally. Pettit is the photographer behind the amazing timelapses coming from the ISS and here he is with his cameras; all 10 of them. https://gizmodo.com/is-this-the-trippiest-image-ever-taken-in-space-most-p-5910088 You might be wondering what he’s doing that requires…

Space & Spaceflight Michael Zhao Jun 25

Cheap Light Pen Lets You Create Sweet Light Drawings—No Skill Required

With its new multi-colored LED penlight, Tomy’s created a neat little app and hardware combo that lets anyone easily create those cool long-exposure light drawings. You don’t need an expensive DSLR or even photography skills beyond pressing a shutter button. On the hardware side the penlight can cycle through 27 different colors letting users fully…

Gadgets Andrew Liszewski Jun 25

Shooting Challenge: Dream

Samsung MV900F: Will This Tiny Camera’s Photos Be as Beautiful as its Design?

Panasonic Lumix LX7: A Gorgeous, Darkness-Assassinating Camera That Fits In Your Pocket

How the iPhone 4S’ Camera Sensor Compares with a Point and Shoot and Full Frame DSLR

How Canon Built Your Digital Camera

Why I Hate My Camera

I Still Can’t Believe a Normal Camera Can Resist These Tortures

You Might Be Allergic to Your Canon Camera

Rokinon 8mm Fisheye Cine-Lens Lightning Review: Extreme Wide Angle on a Budget

Samsung’s EX2F Compact Camera Has a Wonderfully Wide Aperture

Now That High-Res Screens Make Cameraphone Shots Look Ugly, Will You Use an Actual Camera Again?

Canon Recalling S100 Camera Due to Faulty Lens (Updated: It’s Only an Advisory)

Nikon D3200 Lightning Review: Where Were You Two Years Ago?

The World’s Smallest 4K Camera Fits in the Palm of Your Hand

JVC’s Tiny HD Action Camera Looks Like a Freaking Tank

This Sony Action Cam Prototype Is Brimming With Wonderful Tiny Tech

This Robot Never Loses at Rock, Paper, Scissors Because It’s a Damn Cheater

Casio’s Camera App Lets You Share Messages Via Flashing Disco Lights

How Many Cameras Does One Astronaut Really Need?

Cheap Light Pen Lets You Create Sweet Light Drawings—No Skill Required

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