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At first glance, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 looks like just another rangefinder-style mirrorless camera. But flip it around and you quickly notice it's unique tilting electronic viewfinder, one of several features that make this camera stand out from the crowd. We've put the GX8 through some rigorous testing. Read more
Panasonic has released firmware updates for five Lumix G lenses, adding support for the maker's Dual IS technology. The feature was introduced in the Lumix DMC-GX8 camera; with this update, a total of eleven lenses are compatible with that model’s Dual IS system, including the Leica DG Macro-Elmarit 24mm F2.8 Macro and collapsible Lumix G Vario 12-32mm F3.5-5.6. Read more
As announced on Friday, Panasonic has just released new firmware that enables a post-capture refocusing feature in some of its cameras that run 4K video on a Micro Four Thirds sensor. We got hold of a pre-release copy of the firmware and have been able to try it out on the Lumix DMC-GX8 body. Read more
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 is the follow-up to the company's successful GX7 rangefinder-style mirrorless camera. The GX8 boasts a new 20MP Four Thirds sensor and 'Dual IS', which combines sensor and lens shift image stabilization for better results. The camera's ISO range tops out at 25,600 and it offers a max burst rate of 10 fps with single AF and 6 fps with continuous AF. We've been shooting with one for a little while - check out our gallery of samples!
Apple's latest Digital Camera Raw update for its Mac OS X extends support to a handful of new and notable cameras, including the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV, a7R II and Leica Q. Read more
The Panasonic Lumix S5II launched the second generation of Panasonic’s full-frame mirrorless camera system and was the first Panasonic to feature phase detect autofocus. As our review reveals, it’s a heck of an all-around camera for both still and video shooters.
The latest Lumix puts a Four Thirds sensor in a full-frame body with boosted AF and a wealth of stills and video capabilities to create a Swiss Army Knife of a Micro Four Thirds camera.
The fourth camera in Leica's SL series of full-frame mirrorless cameras sees the 60MP BSI sensor from the Q3 and M11 models arrive with a significant interface redesign.
The Fujifilm X100VI is the sixth iteration of Fujifilm's classically-styled large sensor compact. A 40MP X-Trans sensor, in-body stabilization and 6.2K video are among the updates.
The Nikon Zf is a 24MP full-frame mirrorless camera with classic looks that brings significant improvements to Nikon's mid-price cameras. We just shot a sample reel to get a better feel for its video features and have added our impressions to the review.
What’s the best camera for around $2000? This price point gives you access to some of the most all-round capable cameras available. Excellent image quality, powerful autofocus and great looking video are the least you can expect. We've picked the models that really stand out.
What's the best camera for travel? Good travel cameras should be small, versatile, and offer good image quality. In this buying guide we've rounded-up several great cameras for travel and recommended the best.
If you want a compact camera that produces great quality photos without the hassle of changing lenses, there are plenty of choices available for every budget. Read on to find out which portable enthusiast compacts are our favorites.
'What's the best mirrorless camera?' We're glad you asked.
Above $2500 cameras tend to become increasingly specialized, making it difficult to select a 'best' option. We case our eye over the options costing more than $2500 but less than $4000, to find the best all-rounder.
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"We have not made any significant progress since last year," says Sigma owner and CEO Kazuto Yamaki, when asked about the planned full-frame Foveon camera. But he still believes in the project and discussed with us what such a camera could still offer.
The Legacy Survey of Space and Time camera recently completed by the US Department of Energy's SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory risks making your camera setup seem inadequate.
In this first article of a new series, globetrotting landscape and nature photographer Erez Marom takes us to the island nation of Madagascar, sharing his experience photographing lemurs and chameleons.
With similar goals to its standalone Ninja monitors/recorders, the Phone Ninja connects a camera's HDMI out to a compatible iPhone for live view, recording, live streaming and file transfer.
The best of the best from the DPReview community, see our favorite photos you made from the North American eclipse.
The manual Lux Elf Retro uses a single-point hot shoe, making it compatible with most camera systems.
Trying to get your hands on the Fujifilm X100VI Limited Edition? The Conservation Alliance is auctioning one as a fundraiser, bundled with products and services from Peak Design, SmugMug and Flickr.
The Panasonic Lumix S5II launched the second generation of Panasonic’s full-frame mirrorless camera system and was the first Panasonic to feature phase detect autofocus. As our review reveals, it’s a heck of an all-around camera for both still and video shooters.
Panasonic has announced forthcoming firmware for its Lumix DC-S5II and S5II X that will add a series of features, including pre-shot buffering, proxy recording and direct upload to Adobe's Frame.io collaboration platform.
The EOS R50 vlogging creator kit repackages the existing camera, a lens tripod grip and a remote control.
Viltrox goes ultra budget friendly with the latest fast prime lenses for X-mount and Z-mount.
North America will experience a total eclipse today, gradually turning a band from Mexico to Canada as dark as night as the moon's shadow casts across the Earth below. If you're not in the path of the total eclipse and still want to see, fret not, we have you covered. Check out the live stream!
OM System's focus on outdoor photography isn't just about wildlife and "adventurous" photography, its VP for Brand Strategy and Product Planning tells us.
On Monday, April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross North America. If you plan to photograph the event using proper safety precautions, enter your photos into our DPReview Challenge for a chance to be featured in an upcoming Editors' Picks gallery on our homepage.
Scientists are hoping for a large set of images to aid research on measuring the shape of the sun and testing theories of gravity and relativity.
Sigma 50mm F1.2 DG DN Art is a fast sub-$1500 prime lens for Sony E and Leica L mounts. We got our hands on the lens to see how what it offers.
TTArtisan has announced the launch of its AF 35mm F1.8 lens for Sony’s APS-C E-Mount cameras. Costing less than $150, this “nifty fifty” equivalent adds another option for anyone looking for a budget prime lens.
You don’t have to break the bank to unlock new potential from your camera.
Nikon's Nikkor 28-400mm F4-8 VR is one of the most flexible zooms ever made for a full-frame system. Having had a chance to shoot with it a little, we take a look at what it offers.
Several models, including the recently released X100VI, receive bug fixes and minor improvements.
As we bid March adieu, it's a good time to take stock of the wealth of new cameras and lenses announced so far this year. Here's a list of everything we've seen, updated for April 2024!
April Fools Day pranks and internet media go together like butter and toast. During our 25th anniversary year, join us as we look back at some of our favorite gags.
Landscape photographer Erez Marom shares a story about mistakes, drone crashes, coincidences and a resulting shoot that allowed him to capture a panoramic image of the Tambora Volcano in Indonesia.
Earlier this week, Nikon announced the Nikkor Z 28-400mm F4-8 VR, a superzoom lens for Nikon Z-mount mirrorless cameras. We had an opportunity to shoot a small sample gallery around Seattle's Capitol Hill using a pre-production copy of the lens.
Ulanzi's latest smartphone camera accessory is a MagSafe-enabled holder with six filter options ranging from an ND filter to a selection of color effect filters.
Tamron has announced it will sell its popular 28-75mm F2.8 G2 fast standard zoom for Nikon's Z-mount.
Sony has announced major firmware updates for four of its current full-frame range, bringing many features and behaviors up to its latest standards and adding C2PA authenticity verification capabilities for pro users.
Ricoh has developed a "highlight diffusion filter" that slots into the optical path of new versions of the GR III and GR IIIx premium compacts, giving images a soft effect.
Meike’s first autofocus APS-C is available in X-mount, E-mount and Z-mount.
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