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Sony a6300 review

Sony’s update to the A6000-series, the A6300 mirrorless camera, brings sublime 4K video capture and a new sensor that’s more light-sensitive. It also touts the world’s fastest autofocusing to date.
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Panasonic Lumix ZS60 review

The ZS60 from Panasonic is an ideal compact camera for travelers, loaded with a 30x zoom lens and user-friendly features. But image quality is an issue attribute to a small sensor.
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Sony RX1R II review

The Cyber-shot RX1 R II is a demonstration of what Sony’s engineers are capable of. Despite its compact size, this full-frame camera shoots photos that rival larger models.
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From 4K and full-frame to drones and VR, looking at digital imaging in 2016

Traditional cameras will see evolutionary changes in 2016, but innovations in digital imaging will come from drones, VR, and unconventional cameras. We asked IDC analyst Chris Chute and combed the rumor mills for what's ahead.
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Canon EOS Rebel T6s review

Canon’s refreshed entry-level Rebel series includes the T6s, a DSLR with a few enthusiast-quality features.
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Sony A7S II review

The A7S II retains its predecessor’s low-light prowess, but now offers in-camera 4K storage, 5-axis image stabilization, compressed/uncompressed 14-bit RAW, and other impressive tech.
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Sony brings A7 II up to date with new firmware, adds phase detect AF and 14-bit RAW

Sony has a free update for its A7 II mirrorless full-frame camera that turns on important new features.
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Canon EOS 5DS R review

Canon’s EOS 5DS R uses the highest-megapixel full-frame sensor currently available. It delivers outstanding photo quality to users who require such performance.
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Full-frame fury: Comparing Canon’s 5DS R and Sony’s A7R II

We preview two of the newest and hottest full-frame, interchangeable lens cameras on the planet: the Sony Alpha A7R Mark II and the Canon EOS 5DS R.
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Canon PowerShot G3 X review

The PowerShot G3 X is Canon’s latest enthusiast point-and-shoot. It has a strong 24x zoom lens and large 1-inch sensor, and it is capable of shooting beautiful photos.
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Nikon 1 J5 review

Nikon’s J-series mirrorless cameras always felt lackluster, but its new J5, with a super-fast burst mode, changes everything.
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Hands on: Canon EOS 5Ds

Canon’s new EOS 5Ds is a high-resolution, 50.6-megapixel full-frame DSLR that gets you close to medium format. We did a hands-on test with a pre-production model, and the photo quality is stunning. But it’s not for everyone.
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Samsung NX500 review

Samsung used the guts of its lauded NX1 to create the compact, 4K-capable NX500. While a great everyday shooter, it lacks features of a true video camera.
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Nikon D5500 review

The D5500 is Nikon’s newest entry-level DSLR. It shoots quality photos, and it’s a good starter DSLR for new users.
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Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II review

Olympus’ latest Micro Four Thirds camera, the E-M5 Mark II, is, hands down, excellent. With very few flaws, the camera shoots terrific photos and videos.
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Lytro Illum review

The Illum takes Lytro’s light-field camera technology to the next level. Unfortunately, high price, mediocre picture quality, and steep learning curve make it a niche product.
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Sony Alpha A7 II review

Sony newest model in the A7 full-frame mirrorless camera series features nice updates like better movies and ergonomics, but it’s the five-axis image stabilization that wows.
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For cameras, 2015 means faster connections, larger sensors, and 4K galore

Pocket camera is dead. Long live cameras with large sensors, longer zooms, and 4K video recording. DT’s David Elrich talks to analysts and experts on what to expect in cameras for 2015.
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Sharp shooters: Our favorite cameras of 2014

Camera makers have put aside their fears of smartphones (for now) and released some impressive models in 2014.
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Samsung NX1 review

No gimmicks or tricks: Samsung’s NX1 is a true photographic masterpiece that’s adept at shooting videos too.
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Canon PowerShot SX60 HS review

Canon has made its newest mega-zoom even more potent. The SX60 HS has a long 65x zoom and fast performance. It’s no DSLR, but you don’t have to lug around lenses either.
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Hands on: Canon EOS 7D Mark II

Canon’s EOS 7D Mark II is a big advancement over its predecessor, but can its high price tag justify its new capabilities? We take a first-look at this new DSLR.
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Canon PowerShot G7 X review

Compact and lightweight, yet packed with power, Canon has created the PowerShot G7 X to be that perfect all-around pocket camera.
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Nikon 1 S2 review

Nikon’s mirrorless S2 camera is a low-price option for the budget-mided, but for $100 more, you can get far useful and stronger mirrorless and DSLR cameras.
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Nikon 1 J4 review

Nikon’s 1 J4 mirrorless camera delivers good-quality stills and videos, but the high price, confusing UI, and poor ISO performance didn’t win us over.
Samsung NX3000

Samsung NX3000 review

With its ease-of-use design and user-friendly features, the NX3000 from Samsung is made for those new to mirrorless cameras. It has an attractive price, but affordability comes with some tradeoffs.
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Nikon D810 review

Full-frame cameras deliver photo quality that’s short of exceptional, and Nikon’s D810 lives up to that claim. It’s also better at video capture than its predecessors.
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Nikon D810 review

Full-frame cameras deliver photo quality that’s short of exceptional, and Nikon’s D810 lives up to that claim. It’s also better at video capture than its predecessors.
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Olympus E-M1 Micro Four Thirds camera gets new firmware, color

Besides a new body color for the OM-D E-M1 Micro Four Thirds camera, Olympus also announced a new firmware update, weather-sealed lens, and teleconverter.
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Canon evolves EOS 7D DSLR with Mark II, adds new lenses, compact cameras

At Photokina 2014, Canon unleashed several new products, although all are updates on existing gear.
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Fujifilm X-T1 review

Fujifilm’s flagship X-T1 mirrorless camera delivers excellent image quality that could rival some full-frame cameras. A weather-resistant body and loads of shooting options make it a worth enthusiast camera.
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Compact PEN E-PL7 is Olympus’ Micro Four Thirds response to the selfie craze

The new PEN E-PL7 from Olympus is a Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera designed to help you easily shoot selfies.
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Sony Alpha A7S review

Sony’s Alpha A7S full-frame DSLR captures astounding low-light shots in near silence and even handles 4K video, but you’ll want to be a pro-caliber photographer to really make the most of its impressive abilities.
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Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 review

Panasonic’s Lumix GM1 makes the record books for being the smallest Micro Four Thirds camera you can buy. However, its amazing size comes at the expense of performance and usability.