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Thursday, September 1, 2022

Hey there,

This week has felt a bit like the calm before the storm. Apple, Hasselblad and Fujifilm have all announced upcoming livestreamed launch events over the coming weeks. While the next week or two are sure to bring a flurry of new cameras, lenses and gadgets, this week still had a few bits of news to get us by. 

Below is a breakdown of our biggest articles of the week followed by a comprehensive roundup of everything we've shared over the past seven days. 

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DPR TV reviews the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2

Chris and Jordan go hands-on with the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2 to see how it compares to Blackmagic's other offerings. 

A long-term review of real-world shooting with the Nikon Z9

Former DPReview editor Barney Britton treated himself to a Nikon Z9 as a gift of sorts after 13 influential years here at DPReview. In this article, Barney shares his experience shooting with Nikon's high-end full-frame mirrorless camera around the globe. 

Report: Viltrox says Canon told the company 'to stop selling all RF mount products'

According to a Viltrox representative, Canon asked the company to remove 'all RF mount products' from its online store. Canon tells DPReview it has 'No comment at this time.'

Opinion: Why cryptographically signed photos matter

Are cryptographically signed photos important? If so, how are they likely to be used? DPReview's Shaminder Dulai does a deep dive into an increasingly important trend we're seeing more camera manufacturers, software manufacturers and news organizations take advantage of. 

 

Everything you need to know about 10-bit video from DJI's Mini 3 Pro drone

What advantages (and disadvantages) does the new 10-bit video capture mode on DJI's Mini 3 Pro drone offer? We break it down with sample footage to boot. 

News updates
Hasselblad teases X system launch event for September 7
Published Thursday, September 1, 2022 7:17:00 PM GMT

Hasselblad has teased a launch event for September 7, 2022. In the teaser, Hasselblad is showing off what appears to be a new X System camera and lens.

Chroma Cameras unveils new 24mm lens for Leica M39 screw mount that weighs only 16g
Published Thursday, September 1, 2022 5:01:00 PM GMT

Chroma Cameras, makers of unique analog cameras and accessories, has announced its first lens, a super-compact, extremely lightweight 24mm F11 prime for M39 mount.

Sigma 20mm F1.4 DG DN | Art sample gallery
Published Thursday, September 1, 2022 1:00:00 PM GMT

Wide? Check. Fast? Confirmed. Mirrorless? Yep. We took Sigma's latest 20mm Art lens for a spin. Check out the sample images.

Sony announces the Xperia 5 IV smartphone with 4K/120p video, will retail for $1,000
Published Thursday, September 1, 2022 7:05:00 AM GMT

Sony's new Xperia 5 IV features the same three rear camera modules as its predecessor but gets improved video and autofocus capabilities, as well as an updated OLED display.

The Pikon camera is a 3D-printed interchangeable lens camera built around Raspberry Pi
Published Wednesday, August 31, 2022 7:42:00 PM GMT

Builder Kevin McAleer has designed the Pikon, a 3D-printed camera built around the Raspberry Pi HQ Camera module. The camera includes a large rear touchscreen and a traditional camera form factor, plus it has an interchangeable lens mount.

Late photographer Charles Gatewood's Leica M2 camera is up for sale for $16K
Published Wednesday, August 31, 2022 2:50:00 PM GMT

The late American photographer Charles Gatewood captured hundreds of thousands of photos, published more than a dozen books, and was featured in around 50 solo exhibitions. The Leica M2 that he used for many of his legendary photos is up for sale by one of Gatewood's friends, fellow artist David Glenn Rinehart.

Sony Japan teases new robotic cinema camera
Published Wednesday, August 31, 2022 1:38:00 PM GMT

Sony Japan has posted a teaser on its website showing off what appears to be the company's next cinema product.

DJI Mini 3 Pro 10-bit video: What you need to know
Published Wednesday, August 31, 2022 1:00:00 PM GMT

When DJI first released its Mini 3 Pro drone, it was noticeably missing the ability to capture 10-bit video footage. Firmware updates have unlocked this key feature so we shot a few tests to try it out.

Retro Review: 23 years ago, Nikon's groundbreaking D1 DSLR changed everything
Published Tuesday, August 30, 2022 6:05:00 PM GMT

The Nikon D1, released in 1999, was Nikon's first entirely in-house DSLR. While its 2.7MP CCD sensor is decidedly dated, the camera still has a classic Nikon feel, even more than two decades after its release.

Tamron is developing a 70–300mm F4.5–6.3 Di III RXD lens for Nikon's Z-mount
Published Tuesday, August 30, 2022 4:42:00 PM GMT

The lens, which is set for an autumn release, appears to be a Z-mount equivalent to the company's 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 Di III RXD lens for Sony E-mount camera systems.

3D-printed adapter lets you use Nikon F-mount lenses on Apple’s 1996 QuickTake camera
Published Tuesday, August 30, 2022 2:14:00 PM GMT

Designer Brian Benchoff built an adapter to use Nikon F-mount lenses on an Apple QuickTake 150 digital camera. The digital camera, released in 1995, captures 640 x 480-pixel images on a CCD image sensor.

Why cryptographically signed photos matter
Published Tuesday, August 30, 2022 1:00:00 PM GMT

Is seeing believing? With the prevalence of cheaper and easier-to-use technology, and the threshold for manipulating photos and video becoming lower, it brings new tools for creatives and new opportunities for bad actors to manipulate others for their own goals.

Viltrox representative reports Canon told the company 'to stop selling all RF mount products'
Published Monday, August 29, 2022 3:28:00 PM GMT

The details remain scarce, but according to a conversation a DPReview forum member had with a Viltrox representative, Canon told the third-party optics manufacturer 'to stop selling all RF mount products.'

Nikon Z9 long-term shooting experience
Published Monday, August 29, 2022 2:00:00 PM GMT

Former Editor Barney Britton treated himself to a Nikon Z9 when he left the website. With eight months use under his belt, he looks back at his experience so far.

Nikon China posts 67MP image to social media, sparking rumors of a high-resolution 'Z8' camera
Published Monday, August 29, 2022 1:50:00 PM GMT

Nikon China made a post to social media network Weibo, wherein they shared a 67MP image captured by a mystery camera that left commenters and rumor sites suggesting the image was taken with an unreleased Nikon Z-mount camera.

DPReview TV: Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2 Review
Published Saturday, August 27, 2022 3:02:00 PM GMT

Sure, the name is a mouthful but the latest camera from Blackmagic has some impressive features. Find out how Jordan thinks it compares to the latest mirrorless hybrid cameras.

Canon patent application shows variable apodization using electrochromic elements
Published Friday, August 26, 2022 5:00:00 PM GMT

A Canon patent application shows what could be the future of Defocus Smoothing technology. The document outlines variable apodization using electrochromic elements. These elements allow for variable optical transmission through voltage application.

Film Friday: How I track each roll of film I shoot using a custom Notion database
Published Friday, August 26, 2022 1:00:00 PM GMT

For this week's installment of Film Friday, I'm sharing with you how I use a custom Notion database to keep track of every roll of film. I've even created a template that you can use to make your own.

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