By Rohan Abraham

Synopsis

Sony has come out with a software patch that transforms its DSLR cameras into functional webcams.

Conventional wisdom would suggest that demand for digital cameras would’ve tapered in the past few months, with people rarely venturing outdoors. However, the pandemic-induced lockdown has created a new opportunity for camera manufacturers.

Many companies have allowed employees to work from home indefinitely, or at least, till the public health crisis abates, which means team meetings and brainstorming sessions are conducted via videoconferencing applications. Laptops and desktop computers have rudimentary webcams that offer middling picture quality, and that is where companies like Sony have steppe ... Read more »

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New Canon firmware update released for EOS R5 mirrorless camera and this is a major one.

The Canon EOS R5 firmware update version 1.4.0 adds external 8K ATOMOS Ninja V+ support via the HDMI port. Firmware v1.4.0 also adds simultaneous movie recording to both memory card slots and the VPG 400 profile.

Both the Canon EOS R5 and the EOS R6 are super hot selling mirrorless cameras ... Read more »

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The Fujifilm GFX50S Mark II is expected to be the next medium format camera in Fuji’s GFX series.  A new report suggests that Fujifilm’s next medium format camera will be announced on September 2.

The upcoming Fujifilm GFX 50S Mark II has been registered in Indonesia with the certification body poster. The Fujifilm GFX 50S II will, obviously, be the successor to the original Fujifilm GFX 50S.

The medium format mirrorless camera is expected to feature the same 50MP sensor as the current  ... Read more »

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by William Sawalich

posted Friday, August 20, 2021 at 6:00 PM EDT


When it comes to mirrorless cameras under $1,000, there are many good options nowadays. These bodies offer a great balance of image quality, compact size and control, all wrapped up in an affordable package.

That said, there's a reason these cameras remain less expensive: they lack some of the features of their high-end brethren. So when browsing these bodies, know from the get-go that you're choosing among intermediate cameras. A pro might find some features lacking, while a beginner might think some of the controls are overkill. For many, though, that's precisely why these cameras hit such a sweet spot.

So what's the catch? Well, when compared to more expensive prosumer cameras, there are some common compromises. Build quality, f ... Read more »

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