Google Photos now lets you print and pick up photos at a local CVS and Walmart
Google Photos now lets you print photos and pick them up on the same day from a local CVS or Walmart, which includes around 11,000 stores around the country. There's also an Instagram Stories-style Memories tab in the app, which uses machine learning to highlight past photos, as well as Canvas Prints.
Edelkrone’s 3D-printed wearable monopod fits in your pocket and your budget
The Edelkrone PocketShot 3D is a versatile camera support system that fits your pocket. And at $29 plus materials, it probably fits in your budget as well. The camera support system is 3D printed and assembled with a handful of aluminum parts, unfolding to serve as a wearable monopod, camera handle, and more.
The sleek Fujifilm X-A7 mirrorless is a lightweight in both size and price
Weighing about a pound with the kit lens attached, the new Fujifilm X-A7 focuses on beginner-friendly photography in a compact design. The camera uses an improved autofocus system and better signal readout over the predecessor, and, despite the changes, keeps an affordable price point.
Phase One’s new medium-format camera system is droolworthy, unaffordable
Phase One's build-your-own medium format camera systems just got more compact. The Phase One XT is the most compact modular medium format on the market. While the XT isn't as small as mirrorless, the system can adapt a 150-megapixel back and distortion-control lenses.
This gadget turns smartphone snaps into real Polaroids through optical trickery
Polaroid Originals is helping mobile photographers get that real film Polaroid without giving up the convenience of smartphone photography. The Polaroid Lab converts smartphone photos into instant film using the smartphone screen and a few mirrors. The device is expected out in October.
Built on a fast SSD, LaCie’s computer-free backup drive just got much better
LaCie's latest SSD drives turn up the speed on ruggedized, portable storage. The Rugged BOSS SSD offers battery-powered backups direct from memory cards without a computer, while the Rugged SSD and SSD Pro offer fast performance in palm-sized drives with IP67 dust and waterproof ratings.
The phone-sized Lume Cube LED panel is a powerful and pocketable video light
Lume Cube's newest light brings renewed form and function to the LED lighting category, with adjustable brightness and color temperature in a phone-sized panel that easily slips into your pocket. The $149 light includes a diffusion panel, shoe mount adapter, and velvet carrying pouch.
Recycled Asokee case adds filters, mic, grip, and more to a simple GoPro
The Asokee is a GoPro case that gives the camera a filter mount, mic mount, strap, and grip, while leaving the camera's controls and screens easily accessible. The case, now on Kickstarter, is inspired by YouTube creators. With the recycled materials and promise for planting trees, the Asokee is green too.
Kodak wants to get you (almost) everything for smartphone photos with a $70 kit
Kodak and Eye Caramba have a new line-up of smartphone photography accessories -- including a kit with everything for about $70. The new series includes Kodak smartphone lenses, a portrait light, and a tripod. The accessories are expected out in October 2019.
Google Photos is prepping a print service with same-day pickup
More and more people seem keen to print off their best smartphone pictures, and now Google Photos wants a piece of the action. The web giant is reportedly prepping the launch of a service offering regular prints and canvas prints, with same-day pick up offered from CVS and Walmart.
Meet the Nikkor Z 24mm, Nikon’s widest mirrorless lens optimized for low light
Nikon Z photographers will soon have a new option for capturing immersive scenes with the new Nikkor Z 24mm f/1.8. The mix of the focal length and bright aperture, combined with sharp optics and a weather-sealed exterior, should make the lens ideal for a number of different types of shots.
Nikon gives us our first look at its upcoming D6 professional DSLR
Nikon is working on a new professional DSLR and telephoto zoom lens, both to be detailed later this year. We know nothing about them, but here are a couple of product photos Nikon released to whet your appetite for more news to come. We expect both products to be available for the 2020 Olympic Games.
Flickr now lets you order prints through its site in a few quick clicks
If you see a photo in your Flickr collection that you think would make a nice print or piece of wall art, then a new service launched by the online company this week lets you place an order in a few quick clicks. A variety of styles and products are available, with options ranging from 49 cents to $50.
32-megapixel Canon EOS 90D and M6 Mark II set new bar for APS-C sensors
The mirrorless Canon EOS M6 Mark II and EOS 90D DSLR may look very different, but the cameras are basically twins on the inside. Starting with a big resolution bump, the cameras are also faster than their predecessors and offer 4K video and improved autofocus. Both will be available in September.
Panasonic Lumix S1H camera will offer limitless 6K recording for $4,000
Panasonic's cinema-focused, full-frame camera will cost $4,000, but among hybrid mirrorless cameras, it looks like it will easily set the bar for video performance with features like 10-bit 60p recording that simply aren't found on competing brands. The S1H was detailed alongside a new 24-70mm f/2.8 lens.
Nikon reveals the winner of its international Photo Contest
Nikon revealed the Grand Prize winner of its prestigious Photo Contest at a special event in Tokyo, Japan, on Friday. Celebrating its 50th anniversary, this year’s competition attracted nearly 100,000 entries from some 33,000 photographers and video artists around the world.
A photographer is shooting a 30-year time-lapse of NYC. Here’s how, and why
After 4 years and 4 million photos, photographer Joe DiGiovanna is just getting started on what he plans will be a 30-year time-lapse of the New York City. The project was inspired by his father's love of watching the sun set behind the skyline, and he hopes to grow it to include additional perspectives.
ND or polarizer? The Sandmarc Hybrid Filter for iPhone gives you both
Combining two standard filters into one, the Sandmarc Hybrid Filter gives phone photographers a simpler option when they need both neutral density and circular polarizers at the same time. The multicoated, metal frame filters come in a three-piece set with ND strengths of four, five, and six stops.
New cinema filters from Moment give your phone footage the Hollywood look
Moment's new line of polarizing and neutral density filters can be attached directly to the company's photo case via the new Filter Mount, without the need for an add-on lens, for those times when your phone's built-in lens is enough. The filters use cinema-grade glass and water-resistant coatings.
Leica’s new 50mm lens will set you back $4,500, because Leica
Leica's newest lens uses an advanced optical design in a relatively compact form that promises sharp shots -- if you can afford it. When it comes to premium normal focal length primes, there are cheaper L-mount alternatives from Panasonic and Sigma -- but Leica fans probably don't care about those.
6K for $2,495? Blackmagic Design does it again with the Pocket Cinema Camera 6K
With a new Super 35 sensor and 6K resolution in the new Blackmagic RAW format, the Pocket Cinema Camera 6K offers an easy upgrade path from the PCC4K. The 6K model uses the EF lens mount but leaves the rest of the body unchanged, including the excellent 5-inch touchscreen and less excellent LP-E6 battery.
Slow down or speed up clips with Adobe Premiere Rush’s newest tool
Don't let the name fool you — Adobe Premiere Rush can now slow down clips, or speed them up if you prefer. The update to version 1.2 adds user-requested speed features to the video editor, including tools to fix the audio, gradually adjust speed, and selectively apply speed changes.
Got a bunch of old receipts? This $89 camera turns them into instant photos
Some receipts can't be recycled, but they can be used as paper for an instant camera. The Alulu is an instant camera that uses thermal receipt paper instead of instant film. The camera's creators say the camera creates affordable instant prints that are also environmentally friendly.
Ona reimagines six favorite camera bags in new collection
Ona's new handcrafted camera bags take inspiration from classic favorites and mix in new elements for the company's line of summer and fall releases. The new line of seven bags ranges from backpack to duffle bag, from full gear kits to a point-and-shoot crossbody bag.
Nikon’s newest lens is the $800, portrait-savvy Nikkor Z 85mm F1.8
Nikon recently pulled back the veil on its latest Z series lens, the Nikkor Z 85mm F1.8 prime lens. The lens uses optics designed for sharpness, autofocus designed for both photo and videography, and a weather-sealed exterior. The lens launches in September for about $800.
The next photo you see while shopping online may have been snapped by a robot
Can a robotic photo studio replace a professional photographer for product photography? Meet the $20,000 robot that snaps product photos for less than $10 as part of the new Square Photo Studio. The robot snaps product photos on a traditional white background and is designed for small businesses.
No more masks? A.I. automatically replaces the sky in upcoming Luminar
Skylum Luminar will soon gain additional artificial intelligence tools. Skylum recently teased a new sky replacement tool that swaps out the sky without complex masking. The software creates an auto mask for the sky, then helps the new sky and the rest of the image blend naturally.
Leica is giving away $10K and a Q2 camera to three female photographers
As part of a new program to promote diversity and the female perspective in photography, Leica is giving away three $10,000 grants in the Leica Women Foto Project Awards. The grant also includes a Q2 camera loan. Submissions are open as of Monday, July 22, and continuing through the end of August.
Amazon Prime Day glitch saw pricey camera gear given crazy discounts
It seems like a few lucky photography enthusiasts had the best time during this year's Prime Day(s). Thanks to an apparent glitch on Amazon’s shopping site, a wide selection of pricey camera gear ended up being sold for a fraction of the usual price— and some of the bargains have already shipped!
With 6 stops of stabilization, the Fujifilm XF 16-80mm F4 focuses on versatility
The new Fujifilm Fujinon XF 16-80mm F4 lens is designed for versatility. The stabilized 5x zoom lens packs in a close focusing distance, autofocus designed for stills and video, and weather-sealing. The compact zoom lens is slated for arrival in September at a price of $800.
Fujifilm’s newest medium-format lens is lighter than a can of soda
Medium format is notorious for both image quality and bulk, but Fujifilm is continuing to press the advanced cameras into smaller sizes with the launch of the Fujinon GFX 50mm F3.5. The lens is the lightest Fujifilm medium format lens yet, making it ideal for landscape and street photography.
Hasselblad’s CFV II and 907X are a modern take on a photography classic
Hasselblad announced development of the CFV II 50C digital back, compatible with V system cameras from nearly the middle of last century, and the new 907X camera body. Together, they become ultra-compact medium format machine using the same X system lenses as the X1D.
With object tracking, the lightweight DJI Ronin-SC is still heavy on features
Designed for mirrorless cameras, the DJI Ronin-SC packs several features from the Ronin-S -- and then some -- into a lighter, one-handed gimbal. Despite the smaller size, the DJI Ronin-S adds new object tracking, expanded remote control, and new position locks for easier balancing.
With 61 megapixels, the Sony A7R IV is the highest-resolution full-frame camera
With a 61-megapixel, backside-illuminated sensor, the Sony A7R IV is officially the highest-resolution full-frame camera you can buy. It also boasts a stronger body, better viewfinder, and new autofocus system complete with Real Time Eye AF that now works in video mode.