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Thursday, February 27, 2020

Welcome to the 799th DPReview Newsletter

CP+ may have been canceled, but the new cameras and lenses keep on being released. This week saw the launch of the Fujifilm X-T4 and a high-quality prime lens from Sony - the FE 20mm F1.8. We're also at WPPI this week in Las Vegas, where we took a closer look at the upcoming Canon EOS R5.

Thanks for reading!


Fujifilm X-T4 initial review

The X-T4 brings image stabilization and a larger battery to the X-T series, but dig a bit deeper and you'll find a host of improvements and tweaks. See what we've discovered in the X-T3's sister model.

Read our in-depth first look at the Fujifilm X-T4

Fujifilm interview: 'We decided we could change more in the fifth generation'

We attended the recent launch of the Fujifilm X100V in London, where we had the opportunity to sit down with two senior figures within the company: Chief Designer Masazumi Imai and Senior Manager Shinichiro Udono.

Read our interview with senior figures at Fujifilm

Sony 20mm F1.8 G sample images and analysis

Sony just launched its newest fast aperture wide-angle prime for its full-frame Alpha lineup, and we've been shooting planes, people and felines with it over the past few days. Read our initial impressions and check out our sample gallery. Spoiler alert: it's a near perfect optic.

Read more about the new Sony 20mm

DPReview TV: Nikon D780 review

The Nikon D780 is a two-trick pony: it combines the great DSLR experience of Nikon's D750 with some of the great mirrorless features found on the Z6. Does it manage to do both well? Chris and Jordan seem to think so.

Watch Chris and Jordan's take on the Nikon D780

News updates
Published Wednesday, February 26, 2020 9:35:00 PM GMT

Nik Collection version 2.5 brings with it five new color film emulations and support for Serif's Affinity Photo editing program.

Published Wednesday, February 26, 2020 8:43:00 PM GMT

Based on the bandage on the drone operator's face, they might want to reconsider going back to a basic drone safety class.

Published Wednesday, February 26, 2020 7:21:00 PM GMT

The institution plans to release another 200,000 public domain images later this year.

Published Wednesday, February 26, 2020 6:28:00 PM GMT

In addition to improved metadata handling, customizable keyboard shortcuts and more, Affinity Photo can also open and edit Canon CR3 files as of this 1.8 update.

Published Wednesday, February 26, 2020 4:31:00 PM GMT

A new budget-priced anamorphic lens from Sirui offers APS-C camera users 1.33x squeeze for 2.4:1 widescreen movies - without the usual expense

Published Wednesday, February 26, 2020 4:00:00 PM GMT

We've officially launched our analog forum, a place to discuss film, film cameras and film scanners. Jump on into the discussion!

Published Wednesday, February 26, 2020 3:30:00 PM GMT

The Instax Mini 11 is the successor to the Mini 9 and is set to ship in mid-March for an MSRP of $69.96.

Published Wednesday, February 26, 2020 3:00:00 PM GMT

Canon's upcoming full-frame mirrorless camera, the R5, is on display at the company's booth at the 2020 Wedding and Portrait Photography International expo in Las Vegas alongside the new RF 100-500mm lens.

Published Wednesday, February 26, 2020 2:00:00 PM GMT

The long-rumored and much-anticipated Fujifilm X-T4 has finally landed. While it has much in common with its predecessor, the X-T4 comes with some major changes.

Published Wednesday, February 26, 2020 5:00:00 AM GMT

The X-T4 brings image stabilization and a larger battery to the X-T series, but dig a bit deeper and you'll find a host of improvements and tweaks. See what we've discovered in the X-T3's sister model.

Published Wednesday, February 26, 2020 5:00:00 AM GMT

The Fujifilm X-T4 makes some big promises, but can it deliver? Chris and Jordan put it to the test and tell us if this is the Fujifilm camera we've all been waiting for.

Published Wednesday, February 26, 2020 5:00:00 AM GMT

The sensor inside the new Fujifilm X-T4 is a known quantity – as it's straight from the X-T3 – and that's a good thing, since it's excellent. Check out our pre-production sample gallery to see how the image quality looks on the X-T4.

Published Wednesday, February 26, 2020 5:00:00 AM GMT

Fujifilm has announced its latest stills/video hybrid camera, the X-T4. The biggest change is undoubtedly its in-body image stabilization system, but its improved AF system, redesigned shutter and video-related updates are also notable.

Published Tuesday, February 25, 2020 7:24:00 PM GMT

Both models feature a wired design for powering them from a wall outlet or other AC power sources.

Published Tuesday, February 25, 2020 7:22:00 PM GMT

The project provides an unprecedented look at New York as it existed more than 100 years ago by upscaling, increasing the frame-rate and colorizing century-old video footage.

Published Tuesday, February 25, 2020 5:55:00 PM GMT

Mathieu Stern recently discovered a time capsule in his family's home that had a number of 120-year-old glass negatives inside. To bring the images to life, Mathieu developed positive prints from the negatives using the cyanotype process.

Published Tuesday, February 25, 2020 4:29:00 PM GMT

The tech could 'significantly' improve compression efficiency and help improve the trust of JPEGs in a world where fake news is an increasing problem.

Published Tuesday, February 25, 2020 3:49:00 PM GMT

Today, the World Press Photo Foundation announced the nominees for its 63rd annual competition.

Published Tuesday, February 25, 2020 3:31:00 PM GMT

In honor of National Peanut Butter Lover's Day (yes, it's a thing—we checked), peanut butter manufacturer Jif has teamed up with GIF-hosting platform Giphy to release a limited-edition jar of peanut butter that's meant to settle the hard/soft 'G' debate once and for all.

Published Tuesday, February 25, 2020 3:00:00 PM GMT

Sony just launched its newest fast aperture wide-angle prime for its full-frame Alpha lineup, and we've been shooting planes, people and felines with it over the past few days. Read our initial impressions and check out our sample gallery. Spoiler alert: it's a near perfect optic.

Published Tuesday, February 25, 2020 3:00:00 PM GMT

Sony is adding a new wide prime to its full-frame E-mount series: the 20mm F1.8 G. It's slightly smaller and lighter than the existing FE 24mm F1.4 GM and will go on sale in March for $900.

Published Monday, February 24, 2020 8:03:00 PM GMT

The Kolude KD-K1 features four USB-A ports, two USB-C ports, an HDMI port, an SD card slot and a microSD card slot, all inside a slim, but full-size keyboard.

Published Monday, February 24, 2020 5:20:00 PM GMT

Despite receiving two camera kits, Stern wasn't able to capture many shots due to a faulty film advance wheel.

Published Monday, February 24, 2020 4:02:00 PM GMT

The 1.26x magnification ratio means Nikon F-mount lenses mounted to Fujifilm GFX camera systems using the adapters will keep their native diagonal field of view, albeit at the cost of 2/3 stops of light.

Published Monday, February 24, 2020 2:00:00 PM GMT

We did a lot of shooting with our pre-production Canon EOS-1D X Mark III, and now that the camera has official support, we've provided out-of-camera Raw files and some Raw-to-JPEG conversions for your perusal.

Published Monday, February 24, 2020 7:45:00 AM GMT

Sony is updating its flagship Xperia 1 smartphone with faster burst shooting, a bigger sensor in its standard camera and a time-of-flight sensor. And thanks to popular demand, the 3.5mm headphone jack is back.

Published Sunday, February 23, 2020 11:45:00 PM GMT

Vox's seven-minute video shows how the work of photographer Lewis Hine brought attention to the brutal reality of child labor when it was at its peak in the United States at the turn of the 20th century.

Published Sunday, February 23, 2020 2:00:00 PM GMT

We attended the recent launch of the Fujifilm X100V in London, where we had the opportunity to sit down with two senior figures within the company: Chief Designer Masazumi Imai and Senior Manager Shinichiro Udono.

Published Saturday, February 22, 2020 8:00:00 AM GMT

The Nikon D780 is a two-trick pony: it combines the great DSLR experience of Nikon's D750 with some of the great mirrorless features found on the Z6. Does it manage to do both well? Chris and Jordan seem to think so.

Published Saturday, February 22, 2020 8:00:00 AM GMT

Our new Nikon D780 gallery takes you to the Canadian Rockies for photos mountains, people and, of course, a couple of ducks. Because who doesn't love ducks?

Published Friday, February 21, 2020 8:04:00 PM GMT

Key to the technique, which is demonstrated in a new video, is Photoshop's Gradient Tool.

Published Friday, February 21, 2020 6:43:00 PM GMT

UK-based company Your Perfect Wedding Photographer recently released the results from its fourth annual industry survey. They published some key takeaways.

Published Friday, February 21, 2020 6:29:00 PM GMT

Forgoing Silicon Valley technologists, the Pentagon's Department of Defense is actively working on measures to identify and take down small drones that are a threat.

Published Friday, February 21, 2020 3:09:00 PM GMT

A few of the removals were a mistake, however, and Canon has since added some locations back on its list.

Published Friday, February 21, 2020 2:00:00 PM GMT

Flowers. Snow. Trees. Beer. Birds. Dogs. Humans. Printing presses. A giant ferris wheel. We've been using Fujifilm's XF 16-80mm F4 lens to photograph a big gallery with a little bit of everything in it – check it out to see how this versatile, water-resistant zoom lens performs.

Published Friday, February 21, 2020 5:00:00 AM GMT

After first teasing it at IBC2019, Sigma has announced its MC-31 PL-mount to L-mount adapter will start shipping February 27, 2020 for $679.

Published Thursday, February 20, 2020 7:34:00 PM GMT

The SLR camera features an M42 mount and captures a circular image on Fujifilm's Instax film.

Published Thursday, February 20, 2020 4:39:00 PM GMT

The Omnivision OV64C is designed to compete with high-resolution Quad-Bayer image sensors from Sony and Samsung.

Published Thursday, February 20, 2020 3:06:00 PM GMT

The joint announcement was made by Olympus and Panasonic, who warmly welcomed the trio to the Micro Four Thirds System standard.

Published Thursday, February 20, 2020 3:00:00 PM GMT

The M10 Monochrom is Leica's newest dedicated black and white rangefinder camera. Is it a street photographer's dream come true? Chris and Jordan take it to the mean streets of Calgary to find out.

Published Thursday, February 20, 2020 3:00:00 PM GMT

Leica's new M10 Monochrom is a dedicated black and white camera with no color filter array. Combined with legendary Leica optics, it promises to deliver 41MP images in stunning detail. How much detail? Do some pixel peeping in our sample gallery.

Published Thursday, February 20, 2020 2:32:00 PM GMT

The duo of brothers that makes up Abstract Aerial Art captures stunning images, mostly from the air. DPReview asks them about their process, advice for aspiring photographers, making money from your work and more.

Published Thursday, February 20, 2020 2:02:00 PM GMT

The lens, which comes in at 20-percent shorter and 30-percent lighter than its predecessor, is set for a March release in Japan for ¥135,000.