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Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 Art review

With no shortage of competition, it’s difficult for a 24-70mm f/2.8 lens to stand out these days. But thanks to a low price and optical image stabilization, the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 Art offers exceptional value to enthusiasts and professionals while filling the role of a durable workhorse lens.
Canon EOS 6D Mark II review

Canon EOS 6D Mark II review

Canon launched the second generation of its budget full-frame DSLR to a tepid response. Time has not been kind to it, but the 6D Mark II is still a solid camera that’s now offered at a great price. It still doesn’t outclass the competition, but it’s a good choice for Canon shooters in need of an upgrade.
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Shoot smarter in the woods with the best photography gadgets for camping

Headed outside this summer? We've rounded up the best camera accessories for camping, so you can capture the best moments with little fuss.
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‘North of Nightfall’ is a first for mountain biking, and a first for filmmaking

High in the Arctic Circle on the uninhabited island of Axel Heiberg, four mountain bikers and a film crew set out to make a movie the likes of which had never been done before. Armed with Hollywood-caliber gear -- and nerves of steel -- they had just one chance to get it right.
DJI Osmo Mobile 2 Ronin S

DJI Ronin S is a one-hand gimbal for DSLRs; Osmo Mobile 2 embraces vertical video

The Osmo Mobile 2 takes smartphone video to the next level, while the Ronin S is DJI's first single-handle stabilizer for DSLRs and mirrorless cameras. After announcing the gimbals during CES earlier this year, the last one to hit the market, the Ronin S, is now available for pre-order.
Canon Rebel T7i review

Rebel entry-level camera showdown: Canon EOS Rebel T7i vs. T6i

The Canon EOS Rebel T6i and T7i look nearly identical. Both are built around 24-megapixel sensors, have 3-inch touchscreens, and similar controls. Yet one costs $200 more than the other. So what’s different between the two, and are you really getting more for your money with the T7i?
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LaCie DJI Copilot backs up your photos and videos, without needing a computer

For photo and video creators spending days at a time in the field, a reliable media backup solution is a must-have. The LaCie DJI Copilot gives users 2TB of storage and can back up memory cards without the need for a computer or a power supply. It’s slower than an SSD, but its value is in peace of mind.
Freefly Movi

Freefly Movi gimbal is designed for smartphone filmmakers

With the new Movi, Freefly has finally taken its turn at building a consumer-oriented gimbal, and the company’s years of experience building large stabilizers for Hollywood has paid off. The Movi offers a wealth of advanced features combined with an excellent app and great controls.
More Than Just Parks - Death Valley

8K time-lapse film reveals the surprising beauty and vitality of Death Valley

Jim and Will Pattiz of More Than Just Parks have been producing time-lapse films of all the national parks for the past three years, and Death Valley is the latest to be checked off their list. It’s a breathtaking tour of the park that plays out in just under 4 minutes and will leave you wanting more.
Langly Field Jacket

The Langly Field Jacket is a high-tech, all-weather coat for photographers

Drawing influence from the U.S. military's M-1965 Field Jacket, the Langly Field Jacket is a rugged, all-weather cargo coat built to endure the elements while also offering security and convenience features for the modern traveler, like RFID-blocking pocket liners and a breathable, waterproof shell.
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Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 Art review

After a decade of standing uncontested, Nikon’s venerable 14-24mm f/2.8 finally has some very strong competition in the form of the Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 Art lens. It’s a lens for a small niche, but it could be the new ultra-wide zoom to beat.
Fujifilm X-H1 review

Fujifilm X-H1 review

With excellent image stabilization, an improved video mode, and better ergonomics and build quality, the Fujifilm X-H1 builds on the X-T2 in every way -- but it also faces fierce competition.
Panasonic Lumix GH5S

Panasonic Lumix GH5S review

With a revamped sensor designed specifically for video, Panasonic’s GH5S is basically a cinema camera in still camera clothes.
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GoPro Hero (2018) Review

GoPro’s latest Hero is its most focused yet. What it lacks in advanced features it makes up for with best-in-class ease of use and software
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Fujifilm brings 120 fps video to X-T2, introduces longest lens yet for GFX

Fujifilm made a slew of announcements on April 12, including a new lens and teleconverter for the GFX and firmware updates for five cameras. The nearly 2-year-old X-T2 received the most love, gaining 120 fps video and internal F-Log. Fujifilm also announced the GF 240mm F4 lens for its GFX camera.
GoPro Fusion review

GoPro Fusion review

The Fusion is GoPro’s first 360 camera, but it’s also the one that everyone is looking to to finally get 360 right. It shows some great potential, but falls short of being the hero we needed.
MADV Madventure 360 review

MADV Madventure 360 review

It’s compact and weatherproof, but the Madventure 360 is otherwise a run-of-the-mill 360 cam with little more to offer than a cool party trick.
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Apple ProRes RAW promises faster RAW video workflows for Final Cut Pro X

Designed to improve efficiency without sacrificing quality, ProRes RAW gives videographers and filmmakers the latitude of RAW with the performance of ProRes for real-time editing in MacOS and Final Cut Pro X.
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Hasbro and Nintendo partner on Mario Kart-themed Monopoly game

Continuing its partnership with Nintendo, Hasbro has unveiled the next game in its Monopoly Gamer series, and it's all about racing, complete with turtle shells and banana peels!
Google Pixel 2 Camera

Can Google’s Pixel 2 ace conventional cameras? We spent a week finding out

With incredible HDR imaging and a portrait mode that works with a single lens, the camera in the Google Pixel 2 shoots well beyond its class.
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Moment Filmmaker Collection brings cinematic shooting to smartphone cameras

The Moment Filmmaker Collection combines four accessories that push beyond the limits of your phone’s built-in camera, promising cinematic results like never before.
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Can the DSLR reinvent itself to thrive in a mirrorless world?

As mirrorless cameras continue to pick up speed -- thanks to Sony's innovative offerings -- the DSLR is beginning to look like a dinosaur faced with enduring a meteor impact. But can it be saved? Here's how.
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Nikon D850 Filmmaker’s Kit has all the gear you need to shoot video

Nikon is offering the D850 Filmmaker's Kit, a bundle that includes its lauded flagship DSLR, three lenses, and accessories designed for filmmaking -- all in one box.
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Frightened by flash? Learn to light with an LED panel first

Flash photography can be a hard topic for novice photographers to face. Fortunately, if you want an easier way to learn about lighting, a small LED panel may be just the solution you need.
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Can a Chromebook replace a laptop in a photographer’s workflow?

With a native version of Adobe Lightroom, Google's Pixelbook proves that Chrome OS can mature. But can it keep up with MacOS and Windows for serious photo editing?
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From classic to cloud: How I learned to love Lightroom CC

Netgear Arlo Go review

Netgear Arlo Go hands-on review

With 4G LTE connectivity, the Netgear Arlo Go goes where Wi-Fi cameras cannot, while maintaining all of the great features the Arlo line is known for.
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Rylo Camera takes a software-first approach to 360-degree video

Founded by former Instagram and Apple employees, Rylo is looking to break into immersive video creation with a bang.
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What you should know about Vero, the sketchy social app that came out of nowhere

Vero has taken the social media world by storm recently, but the app isn't good. Worse, its founder's reputation has many users jumping ship -- but deleting your account isn't the most straightforward process.
Logitech Craft review

Logitech Craft review

The keyboard in our Logitech Craft review may seem unremarkable, but in practice, it is much more than that.
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Sony’s ‘entry-level’ A7 III full-frame camera is anything but basic

The Sony A7 III features a newly developed, 24-megapixel, backside-illuminated (BSI) full-frame sensor which promises improved noise levels and dynamic range.
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Canon mirrorless M-series finally goes 4K with EOS M50

The EOS M50 adds one feature that has been notably lacking from Canon’s mirrorless cameras until now: 4K video.
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Canon’s new automatic flash uses A.I. to perfectly bounce light onto subject

Canon's new 470EX-AI external flash uses artificial intelligence to simplify flash photography for beginners by automatically determining the best bounce angle.
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ProGrade Digital promises a failure-free card, but do you believe them?

Drawing on a combined 60 years of experience in the memory card industry, ProGrade Digital was founded with one goal in mind: To better serve the professional photographer and filmmaker community.