November 16, 2023

Summary: Fujifilm’s factory-default film simulations are great, but Film Simulation Recipes provide even more customization and variety. Film Simulation Recipes allow for out-of-camera JPEGs that don’t require much editing or post-processing. If you stick to the default options, you are limited to a small number of looks, while there are over 300 Film Simulation Recipes…

Summary: Fujifilm is offering big deals on its X and GFX cameras and lenses in Europe. Some of the deals include savings on the X-T5, X-H2/S, XF150-600, XF50mmF1.0, and GFX gear. The discounts range from €100 to €1000, depending on the product. The deals are available on various online retailers, including Amazon DE, Calumet DE,…

Summary: The advancement of AI has revolutionized the photo editing industry, making it more accessible, efficient, and accurate. AI-powered photo editing software can automate the process, reducing the time required for professionals. AI algorithms can enhance image quality by analyzing specific areas that need correction. Tools like Adobe’s Content-Aware Fill can remove unwanted objects from…

Summary: The Samyang AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 FE lens is a new offering from Samyang, designed for full-frame Sony FE mount cameras, though it can also be used on APS-C crop frame cameras. The lens has a fast and bright maximum aperture, making it versatile for various photography genres. The lens is fairly bulky and moderately…

Summary: Vanguard is running a 20% discount code on every Vanguard product from November 17, 2023, to January 7, 2024. Instead of rushing shoppers with short-term discounts, Vanguard wants to give people the chance to research and choose the right product for their needs. The discount code, VG-BF-20, can be used on participating authorized dealers…

Summary: The Sony a9 III, a 24-megapixel camera with a global shutter, shows a trade-off in high ISO performance compared to its predecessors. At ISO values of 8000 and 12,800, the a9 III exhibits more noise than the rolling shutter 24-megapixel sensor in the A9 and A9 II. The loss of low light performance is…

Summary: The Huawei Mate 60 Pro+ was tested for camera performance, including photo, video, and zoom quality. Key camera specifications include a primary lens with a 48MP sensor, an ultra-wide lens with a 40MP sensor, and a telephoto lens with a 48MP sensor. In the photo category, the Huawei Mate 60 Pro+ scored well in…

Summary: – Sigma has finally released their highly anticipated 70-200mm F2.8 DG DN Sport lens after several years of waiting. – The lens is a competitor to Sony’s expensive 70-200mm F2.8 GM II lens but comes at a lower price point. – The Sigma lens features a robust build quality and a high-powered linear focus…

Summary: Sigma has released their long-awaited 70-200mm F2.8 DG DN Sport lens, which offers a more affordable alternative to the Sony GM lens. The lens features Sigma’s highest level of build quality, with robust weather sealing and a focus system called HLA that provides fast and responsive focus. It also has an aperture ring, improved…