It's never too early to nurture your child's creativity, after all it could end up being a career path or a lifelong hobby of theirs.
Nowadays, photography is simpler than ever thanks to smartphones, but for younger kids who may not have access to a smartphone a traditional camera is just as good, if not better.
When choosing the best camera for your smaller children or teenagers there's a few things to firstly consider. You'll want to find something that isn't too technical, with too many adjustments to possibly confuse them. You'll also want to ensure the camera isn't too bulky and nice and simple to carry around with them.
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Each year, we take a look at the data and rentals we were able to provide for our customer base and use it to get some perspective on where the industry might be heading. Certainly, this year was a different one, with the pandemic putting many stops to the industry and the jobs available – but we still were able to rent out thousands of piece of gear each month, to help other create their vision. While much of the event photography space was stopped in its wake, there was still a substantial amount of gear rented fo
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Photo manufacturers released some amazing new flagship cameras last year: the Nikon Z9, Sony A1 and Canon EOS R3. All three models feature top-of-the-line technology designed for serious photographers, which begs the question: which camera is best?
In his new video below, pro photographer Manny Ortiz seeks to answer that question. In the 20-minute comparison shootout, he pits the Nikon Z9 vs the Sony A1 vs the Canon R3 to find out which model is "king of the flagships."
"Comparing the best of the best from Sony, Canon and Nikon," Ortiz says. "I've been shooting with the Sony A1 since launch, the R3 since launch and the Z9 for two months n
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Leica and Atomos partnered up to bring ProRes RAW recording to the Leica SL2-S when using the NINJA V/V+ recorders. Thanks to upcoming firmware updates, the camera will be able to record 12-bit linear ProRes RAW at up to 4K 60fps over HDMI. The updates for both the SL2-S and the NINJA V/V+ will be available at the beginning of May 2022.
The Panasonic Lumix GH6 is the latest model in the hugely popular series aimed at hybrid shooters and demanding videographers. Panasonic loaned me a pre-production model to test, and in this first-looks review I’ll show you everything I’ve learned about it so far. I’m going to concentrate on the video capabilities here with a brief look at photo quality, then follow-up later with anything I’ve missed.
Teased in May 2021 and officially launched in February 2022, the GH6 costs $2199 or 1999 pounds for the body alone. Like its predecessors, it’s a mirrorless camera based on the Micro Four Thirds standard, with headline features including 4k 120p, 5.7k ProRes internal, unlimited recording
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The Canon EOS R5C is a hybrid cinema camera based on the EOS R5 and aimed at pro videographers, resolving many of the frustrations of the original model. Announced in January 2022, the EOS R5C arrives roughly two years after the original R5 was first officially teased, and costs around $4500 or pounds – so you’re paying a 300 pound or $600 premium over the R5.
As you all know by now, everyone loved the movie quality of the R5, especially 4k HQ, 4k 120 and 8k RAW, but no-one liked the fact it would overheat in any of those modes and require a full shutdown to properly cool down. Some found ways to work-around it, but others wished for a version with sufficient heat management to make it practical for their needs.
And that’s where the R5C comes in, at first glance an R5 with the screen pus
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Canon's new EOS R3 is its most powerful full-frame mirrorless camera yet, designed specifically with wildlife and sports photographers in mind.
The new shooter relies on a Canon-designed 24.1 megapixel backside-illuminated CMOS sensor capable of capturing up to 150 14-bit RAW photos at 30 shots a second when using the electronic shutter.
For the body, Canon is relying on a weatherproof magnesium alloy that weighs in at only 1.81 pounds, though your lens of choice will bump that number up.
Its ISO range spans from ISO 100 to 204,800 and autofocus can still lock on with light as low as -7.5 EV. There are 1050 autofocus points here as well.
Canon gave a big boost to its Eye input AF that now allows you to focus on a
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The outstanding optical quality of the D-Lux 7 is achieved by both a fast aperture (f/1.7–2.8) and a long focal length of 10.9 - 34 mm (24–75 mm equivalent) with its built-in lens.
The D-Lux 7 delivers impressive results across a multitude of photographic genres including portrait, landscape, architecture, macro and photo-journalism.
The impressive visual qualities of the D-Lux 7 really start to shine in low-light situations - especially when shooting without a flash.
We've been capturing images with the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Fujifilm GF 35-70mm f/4.5-5.6 WR so we can give our first impressions of this new medium format mirrorless camera and kit lens
It's been 5-years since Fujifilm first introduced the Fujifilm GFX 50S at Photokina 2016 and today, Fujifilm has announced that the popular medium format mirrorless camera system has had an update that modernises the range and also makes it more affordable.
Ricoh GR III X finally announced today, the camera does have some upscaling in the photographic department. Available from October 2021.
Ricoh Imaging Co., Ltd. (President: Shinobu Takahashi) has achieved both high image quality for professional use and a compact and lightweight body that is ideal for snapshot shooting and can shoot with a new standard angle of view equivalent to 40 mm in 35 mm format. We are pleased to announce the release of the high
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According to the latest information coming from trusted Japanese sources, the Owner of Olympus brand OM Digital Solution registered a new camera with model code 2021-12235. The noticeable thing is camera model supports 5GHz of WiFi, which clearly indicates it’s a high-end camera.
(Pocket-lint) - Fujifilm has unveiled an updated version of its compact mirrorless X-T30 model. It's had a bit of a spec boost, but it's still packed in a compact, retro-styled body that Fujifilm is known for.
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A compact and lightweight body equipped with powerful image stabilization and high resolution 51.4MP large-format sensor
TOKYO, September 2, 2021 – FUJIFILM Corporation (President: Teiichi Goto) is pleased to announce that the “FUJIFILM GFX50S II” (GFX50S II) will be released in late September 2021 as the latest addition to the GFX Series of mirrorless digital cameras equipped with a large format sensor.
The GFX50S II packs the 51.4MP large-format sensor to boast an incredible image-resolving power, capturing every detail in sharpness across the frame. Light is recorded to the pixel which is 1.7 times that of a full-frame sensor to achieve a wide dynamic range and a high signal-to-noise ratio. The resulting image reproduces deep tonality and texture from shadows to highlights, and delivers image clarity with minimal noise even when taken in
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If you’re a beginner photographer, you’re sure to have heard endless comments about DSLRs. The standard for professional photographers, digita
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The upcoming Sony a7 IV is rumored to feature a newly developed 33MP sensor and 5.5 stop IBIS. The Sony a7 IV announcement has been delayed to October 2021 due to the worldwide chip production shortage.
Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro 12K camera just got a price reduction from $9,995 to $5,995. This 40% price drop made possible by efficiencies in manufacturing combined with an improved supply of 12K sensors (according to Blackmagic Design) is effective immediately.
The high-resolution beast URSA Mini Pro 12K from Blackmagic Design was announced back in July 2020. Offering a whopping 12,288 x 6,480 (80 MPx) in up to 60fps on a Super35-sized sensor, the camera came as a surprise. It further offers 8K (8192
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The Canon EOS R5firmware 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.
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.
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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
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(Pocket-lint) - Sony has announced a new camera for its vlogger-centric ZV lineup called the ZV-E10, and this one's more than a little different to the first model.
The most obvious change from the ZV-1 is the interchangeable lens mount on the front. Like so many of Sony's other cameras, it's an E-mount, which means lots of lenses available to fit it.
It's still a really compact camera though, designed to be carried around and shooting handheld.
And it's not just the mount that's new, it has an APS-C sensor too, just like the larger A6000-series models. Specifically, it's a 24.2-megapixel CMOS sensor.
It's capable of shooting 4K at 30fps, with full pixel readout and no binning.
Fujifilm is due to announce a Fujifilm X-T30 Mark II instead of the widely anticipated X-T40 in September 2021, according to some interesting new rumors. Ever since Fujifilm first released the X-T1 in 20
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Sony has announced the new ZV-E10, a mirrorless camera designed for vloggers and video creators, with E-mount interchangeable lens support, 4K video, and live streaming support.
We review Sigma's 61mp mirrorless camera, the Sigma fp L with a full-frame sensor, L-Mount, and 4K video recording, as well as a new electronic viewfinder, the EVF-11.
Quick Verdict
The Sigma fp L is currently the smallest and cheapest mirrorless camera with a 61mp full-frame sensor. It has improved focus, but still remains relatively slow compared to other cameras. For the videographer or CINE film-maker, this camera might be ideal, and the price is certainly good value for money. For the stills photographer, the handling of the camera can feel a little odd, particularly if you use the camera without the optional grip.
You'll also find that many of the L-Mount lenses available are quite large, and therefore feel unbalanc
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The Leica SL2-S is a more affordable L-Mount camera from Leica, with a 24mp full-frame sensor and unlimited 4K video recording. Find out how it performs in our review.
The Leica SL2-S is a more affordable version of the SL2, with the same body, but with a 24mp full-frame sensor, the camera is set up for both stills and video, with high-speed continuous shooting available, as well as unlimited 4K video recording. The Leica SL2-S benefits from being part of the L-Mount alliance and therefore has access to lenses from Leica,
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The Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 is a slimmer, more affordable full-frame camera, with loads of appeal for photographers shopping for an entry-level or midrange model.
Find out how the Sony Alpha A7S III performs in our in-depth review. With a full-frame 12mp sensor, the A7S III offers exceptional low-light performance, but is it enough for photographers? Or is it best suited to video use?
The Sony Alpha A7S Mark III is Sony's new "low-light" full-frame mirrorless camera, with a 12mp sensor, it should offer impressive noise performance for both stills photography, and 4K video recording. Videographers are going to be particularly interested in this camera as it features 4K video at 120fps, FullHD at 240fps, as well as in-body image stabilisation.
We've been shooting with the brand-new Fujifilm X-S10 and have full-size sample photos to share with you, as well as our thoughts on using the new 26mp camera.
Fujifilm’s new X-S10 is a compact DSLR styled mirrorless camera with EVF, and large handgrip, designed for all types of photographer or videographer, aimed to be usable by anyone, the camera features the same 26mp APS-C X-Trans 4 CMOS sensor as the flagship Fujifilm X-T4.
The main specifications of Fujifilm X-S10 is 26.1 megapixel X-Trans CMOS 4 sensor, 5-axis in-body image stabilization that has an effect of up to 6.0 steps, X-Processor 4, 4K30p video, full HD 240p slow motion.
Along with the EOS M50 Mark II camera and Speedlite EL-1 Flash, Canon announced the new Powershot ZOOM compact camera designed to be used for zoom, with 100mm and 400mm equivalent optical zoom, fixed aperture, as well as an 800mm digital zoom.
The camera has a 12.1mp sensor, optical image stabilisation, FullHD video recording at 30/25/24fps, with USB C, and Wi-Fi / Bluetooth are built-in. The camera is designed to be easy to use with Auto WB, Auto ISO, and Auto shutter speeds.
On its built-in USB-C chargeable battery, the PowerSho
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The 45MP full-frame image sensor on the Canon EOS R5 delivers a combination of high resolution, high speed and pro video performance.
If you've been searching for one camera that can do it all, look no further: the Canon EOS R5 is a professional full-frame mirrorless camera with cutting-edge specs for both stills photography and video – making it ideal for anyone wanting to switch between the two disciplines quickly and with ease.
The Canon EOS R6 is the ultimate all-rounder, pushing the boundaries for stills and video for hybrid shooters.
Offering all-round excellence across stills and video, the EOS R6 is Canon's next-generation full-frame mirrorless camera. Building on the heritage of the full-frame Canon EOS 6D series, high-speed Canon EOS 7D class and Canon EOS R System range, the Canon EOS R6 is versatile, fast
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A private collector in Asia just bought her or himself the most expensive camera ever sold at auction, making away with an ultra-rare Leica 0-series no. 122 for the mind-boggling price of €2.4 million (approximately $2.97M USD, or £2.15M)—a sum reached when you combine the hammer price of €2 million with the €400,000 premium.
The auction took place on Saturday at the famed WestLicht auction house in Vienna, where Leica majority owner and chairman of the board Andreas Kaufmann was there to watch the record be set.