May, 13 2024 We’re trying something a little different today. Instead of sending you this newsletter on Friday, we’re kicking off your week with a recap of the most important news from the photography world. The highlights encapsulate the two main directions driving the digital photography landscape. Several new lenses were announced, each purpose-built to serve their respective specialist niches. While on the computational side of the spectrum, Apple officially unveiled its new iPad Pro lineup, and Google quietly released the new Pixel 8a. Between it all, we found a little time to share some tips and opinions, too.
Thanks also for submitting last week's email questions responses through our new form. One theme definitely stood out in your answers to us, which we highlighted below.
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 | | In the process of reviewing the X100VI, the reviewer found himself pondering whether it could be even better if it did less. |
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 | | When shooting landscapes, it's easy to chase classic scenes involving bold sunrises and moody clouds. In this article, we explore an alternative approach that looks beyond sweeping vistas to focus on smaller moments that are less likely to be replicated by other photographers. |
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 | | At its "Let Loose" event on Tuesday, Apple introduced new iPad Pros with OLED displays, a pro-oriented camera app for shooting video, an updated version of Final Cut Pro for iPad and more. |
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| The Pixel 8a uses the same sensors as its predecessor but with the Tensor G3 processor and features from the more expensive Pixel 8. |
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| Hasselblad has announced the XCD 25mm F2.5, an ultra-wideangle lens for its X-system cameras. |
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| Viltrox has formally announced the release of its AF 16mm F1.8 Z lens, a fast, wide autofocus prime lens for full-frame Z-mount cameras. It joins the lineup next to Viltrox's existing AF 16mm F1.8 lens for Sony E-mount. |
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The Best Answers from Last Week's Question: "What's a camera you used to own that you regret letting go of, and why?"The one theme that stood out clearly is that many folks regret giving up their higher end SLRs in the switch to digital. Here a just a few of the comments we received along those lines. Phil A: "I sold a Canon F1, some lenses and accessories to buy the first Nikon DSLR. Big mistake."Stephen E Lawrence: "The NIKON F3P, as it’s a working Pro camera that never failed me as a NPS member using it was easy to use, felt like a precision piece that it was and took great pictures every time."Anonymous: "NIKON F2. The F2 was the best looking 35mm film camera ever made. Also loved the sound of the F2 titanium shutter. Perfect. Such a satisfying camera to use and own."Here are some other photo related stories that caught our attention this week.
• The 2024 Pulitzer Prize for Breaking News Photography was awarded to the staff of Reuters, while the award for Best Feature Photography went to the staff of the Associated Press. • The 150th running of the Kentucky Derby ended in a dramatic and stunning photo finish.
• A smiling bear captured by an LA motion-activation camera is quickly going viral.
Here's our next question of the week:
What's the most overrated digital camera feature and why?
Let us know by filling out our newly created response form. |
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