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How to REALLY weather-seal a camera. We go deep behind the scenes at Olympus R&D headquarters Featured Story
03/13, 12:01 EDT Have you ever lost a shot because you were afraid of getting your camera wet? Or perhaps you braved the conditions and got the shot, but lost your camera to the elements in the process? I've experienced the pain of both, so I know... (more)

Canon 90D Review Conclusion: A higher-res, faster and more capable intermediate-level Canon DSLR Featured Story
03/10, 15:31 EDT Click here to read our Canon 90D Review Conclusion Are you in the market for a new, not-so-beginner-level camera? What kind of camera? Do you want a DSLR, with a bright optical viewfinder, deep handgrip, and lots of lens options? Or do... (more)

How to REALLY weather-seal a camera. We go deep behind the scenes at Olympus R&D headquarters Featured Story
03/13, 12:01 EDT Have you ever lost a shot because you were afraid of getting your camera wet? Or perhaps you braved the conditions and got the shot, but lost your camera to the elements in the process? I've experienced the pain of both, so I know just how... (more)

Canon 90D Review Conclusion: A higher-res, faster and more capable intermediate-level Canon DSLR Featured Story
03/10, 15:31 EDT Click here to read our Canon 90D Review Conclusion Are you in the market for a new, not-so-beginner-level camera? What kind of camera? Do you want a DSLR, with a bright optical viewfinder, deep handgrip, and lots of lens options? Or do you put a... (more)

Sony A7R IV Review Conclusion: Resolution plus performance make for a truly versatile camera
02/27, 10:58 EDT Click here to read our Sony A7R IV Review Conclusion A while back we published our Sony A7R IV review conclusion in video form, but we've finally circled back with our standard written Review Conclusion. Suffice it to say, the Sony A7R IV is one... (more)

The Fujifilm X-T4 arrives and looks ready to throw some very solid punches
02/26, 01:00 EDT Click here to read our Fuji X-T4 Preview The Fujifilm X-T4 has at last arrived, and oh my, we couldn't be happier. The X-T3 checked off so many boxes for enthusiast photographers, had so many cool bells and whistles, and even won our most coveted... (more)

Sony announces FE 20mm f/1.8 G, their widest full-frame prime lens thus far
02/25, 13:52 EDT Sony full frame fans can celebrate today, as you now have an ultra-wide, bright prime for FE-mount cameras. The FE 20mm f/1.8 G becomes the 56th lens in the ever-expanding E-mount line-up, and the widest available angle for full frame prime lenses... (more)

Fujifilm X100V First Shots: Sample images from Fuji’s updated fan-favorite fixed-lens camera
02/24, 11:46 EDT Click here to see our Fuji X100V First Shots At last! The refreshed and updated X100F sucessor has arrived. The Fuji X100V -- the fifth generation X100-series model -- has finally hit the scene and gains a number of updates and upgrades, both... (more)

Nikon Z50 First Shots: Sample images from Nikon’s first compact APS-C mirrorless camera
02/20, 10:41 EDT Click here to see our Nikon Z50 First Shots Nikon's first APS-C-based Z-series mirrorless camera, the Z50, has finally arrived in our lab. Offering an even-more-compact design than their full-frame Z6 and Z7 cameras, the lightweight Z50 is... (more)

Nikon releases firmware updates for Z cameras, adds Animal-Detection AF for Z6, Z7 models
02/18, 09:50 EDT Nikon just released a pair of firmware updates for its Z series of mirrorless cameras, version 3.00 for the full-frame Z7 and Z6 models, and version 1.10 for the crop-sensor Z50, adding some pleasing autofocus improvements across the board. For... (more)

CP+ tradeshow in Japan cancelled due to coronavirus concerns
02/13, 22:31 EDT This year's CP+ tradeshow in Yokohama, Japan has been cancelled by the event's organizers, CIPA, due to safety concerns surrounding the growing coronavirus outbreak. According to the just-released press alert, the Camera & Imaging Products... (more)

Canon announces development of EOS R5: shoots 8K video, 20fps bursts, features IBIS & dual card slots
02/13, 13:21 EDT Surprise Canon fans! The EOS R-series is expanding and in a MAJOR way with the development announcement of a forthcoming Canon EOS R5 full-frame camera. Though full details are unavailable at this time, what we do know is that the R5 looks to be an... (more)

Canon announces Rebel T8i, RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS lens, and new image.canon Cloud Platform
02/13, 11:52 EDT Alongside the surprise late-night development announcement of the EOS R5, Canon's also unveiled some additional goodies, including the new Rebel T8i DSLR, a new compact and affordable RF zoom lens and an interesting new photo cloud platform for both... (more)

Olympus E-M1 III Hands-on: First Shots, Gallery Images & more; Plus new 12-45 PRO lens & E-PL10
02/12, 02:00 EDT Click here for our Olympus E-M1 Mark III Preview Hands-on PreviewFirst ShotsGallery Images Four years in the making and the successor to the compact, rugged E-M1 II is here. The aptly-named Olympus E-M1 Mark III brings an altogether... (more)

Nikon announces new flagship D6 camera plus two new Nikkor lenses for Z-mount
02/12, 00:00 EDT Nikon has today announced the D6, their new flagship sports camera and successor to the popular D5 from 2016. Along with this news comes word of two new Z-mount Nikkor S lenses, a 20mm f/1.8 prime and a 24-200mm f/4 zoom, which begins to fill out... (more)

Sad news: Full-frame Foveon-based camera from Sigma no longer close to market
02/08, 00:00 EDT While more well-known for their lenses (especially their renowned Global Vision series, encompassing Art, Sport and Contemporary models), Sigma Corporation also has a strong history of innovation in the camera space as well. It seems that they've... (more)

Birding on a budget? Pairing the Olympus E-M5 III + 12-200mm for birding and nature photography
02/05, 16:57 EDT Interested in birding and nature photography but want a camera setup that doesn't break the bank? It's traditionally been a tricky proposition to do this, because on a budget we're usually limited in certain important aspects of the wildlife... (more)

New Fujifilm X100V has a 26MP sensor, a new processor, a better 23mm f/2 lens & weather-sealing
02/04, 17:00 EDT Click here to read our Fujifilm X100V Preview The most popular large-sensor fixed lens camera in modern times gets a major upgrade today, as the Fujifilm X100 series sees it's fifth iteration come to the fold in the X100V. Building on nine years... (more)

Nikon D780 First Shots: Sample images from Nikon’s new Z6-powered full-frame DSLR
02/03, 16:27 EDT Click here to see our Nikon D780 First Shots While Nikon is going full-steam with their new Z-series of mirrorless cameras, the Japanese camera maker is still dedicated to the tried-and-true DSLR, as evidenced by their recent announcement of the... (more)

Sony A7R IV Review Video: Resolution, performance & features make this Sony’s most versatile camera yet
01/27, 15:14 EDT Click here to watch our Sony A7R IV Review Video Here we have a compact and well-built camera body, a 61-megapixel full-frame sensor, 567 phase-detect AF points covering nearly the whole sensor, an expansive ISO range, excellent image quality,... (more)

Fujifilm X-T200 released with newly designed sensor and full 4K functionality; XC 35mm f/2 also announced
01/23, 01:00 EDT Click here to read our Fuji X-T200 Preview Meet the X-T200, Fujifilm's second generation of their entry-level offering in the renown X-T series. Unveiling just over 18 months after the X-T100 first hit store shelves back in June 2018, the X-T200... (more)

Fujifilm unveils new GF 45-100mm f/4 lens to round out their standard zoom arsenal for GFX shooters
01/23, 01:00 EDT The GFX line of medium format cameras from Fujifilm, first debuting in early 2017 with the GFX-50S, has wowed both us at IR and many of the world's top landscape and portrait photographers for several years now. Today, the lens lineup becomes even... (more)



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Latest Camera Reviews

Canon 90D Review
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32.5mp | 7.5x | $1,199
At first glance, the Canon 90D just looks like a classic Canon DSLR. It offers comfortable ergonomics, great durability, lots of physical controls, and familiarity and user-customization, plus compatibility with a veritable boatload of Canon EF lenses. Under the hood, however, there are lots of improvements over the previous model, particularly with image resolution, AF, burst shooting and video recording. Sure the Canon 90D has some drawbacks, but it's still capable of taking great photos, shooting pleasing high-res video, and has excellent AF and performance. For all the details, see our in-depth Canon 90D review!


Sony A7R IV Review
image of the Sony Alpha ILCE-A7R IV digital camera
61.0mp | Non-Zoom | $3,498
The Sony A7R IV is a thoroughly impressive camera. Its high-res 61MP sensor captures images with incredible detail. With swift burst shooting, top-notch high ISO performance, fast AF, Real-Time Eye AF tracking, 4Kp30 video and in-body image stabilization, the Sony A7R IV is way more versatile that one might think. The image files, however, are cumbersome, and the resolution is likely more than what most people need. And at around $3500 body-only, the A7R IV certainly isn't cheap. However, given all that it offers, it's hard not to recommend the A7R IV if you have the cash and need the resolving power. Read more in our in-depth Sony A7R IV review!


Panasonic G95 Review
image of the Panasonic Lumix DC-G95 digital camera
20.3mp | 5.0x | $998
Borrowing the higher-res 20MP sensor from the G9, more advanced video features from the GH5 and featuring an updated body design, the refreshed Panasonic G95 answers the call for a versatile and capable hybrid mirrorless camera designed for stills and video shooters alike. The G95 offers excellent image quality, fast performance, excellent video, and robust weather sealing, all at a reasonable price point. The G95 hits a nice sweet spot for enthusiasts and intermediate-level creators looking for a well-rounded, multimedia-focused camera that doesn't break the bank. Read more in our in-depth Panasonic G95 review!


Panasonic LX100 II Review
image of the Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II digital camera
17.0mp | 3.1x | $898
It might look a lot like its predecessor, but the Panasonic LX100 II offers a significant upgrade in image quality and generous performance in a take-anywhere body that'll slip easily into your coat pocket. It's perhaps not the best choice for video shooters, but still imaging fans will find lots to love, whether they prefer shooting raw or JPEG. And despite a compact body, there are generous controls and plenty of customization options to tune it to your tastes. Read on and find out if it's for you in our in-depth Panasonic LX100 II review.


Fujifilm GFX 100 Review
image of the Fujifilm GFX 100 digital camera
102.0mp | Non-Zoom | $10,000
With twice the resolution of earlier GFX models, the Fujifilm GFX 100, unsurprisingly, offers outstanding image quality. What's more, is that besides the 102MP sensor, the GFX 100 provides a shockingly impressive set of features, performance, video specs and build quality to make it unlike any other medium-format camera on the market. With features like in-body image stabilization, phase-detect AF, Cinema 4K video up to 30p, and weather-sealed construction, the Fuji GFX 100 is arguably the most versatile medium-format camera on the market. Its usability is hampered somewhat by performance limitations and a still-limited native GF lens lineup, but in the end, the Fujifilm GFX 100 is still a very unique camera, offering an enticing combination of resolution and performance that simply isn't found elsewhere on the market. Read more in our Fuji GFX 100 review!


Fujifilm X-T30 Review
image of the Fujifilm X-T30 digital camera
26.1mp | 3.0x | $799
The Fuji X-T30 is an impressive camera, not only for its image quality and performance but also for its price point. By and large, the X-T30 is a smaller, more affordable alternative to the rugged X-T3. Packing in the same 26MP X-Trans sensor, image processor and autofocus system as the X-T3, as well as similar high-res video shooting capabilities, the X-T30 is surprisingly robust in capabilities and features. Image quality is excellent, and autofocus performance is fast, accurate and responsive. And yet Fuji's priced the camera at just $800 body-only. If you're looking for a compact, easy-to-carry mirrorless cameras and don't need or want the extra bulk or weather-sealing of the X-T3, the X-T30 is a fantastic choice that'll also save you a nice chunk of change. Read more in our in-depth Fuji X-T30 Review!


Nikon Z6 Review
image of the Nikon Z6 digital camera
24.5mp | 2.9x | $1,797
The Nikon Z6 is a terrific, well-rounded full-frame mirrorless camera. Basically, there isn't a lot to complain about when it comes to the Z6. The body is compact and robust yet features lots of physical controls and a familiar Nikon design. With excellent overall features, impressive image quality, nice build quality and design as well as a very competitive price point, the Nikon Z6 is a great all-around package. And while at this point in time, the Z6 appeals perhaps a bit more towards current Nikon owners, the Z6 is still a compelling camera for anyone looking to jump into the full-frame camera arena. Read more in our in-depth Nikon Z6 review!


Olympus E-M1X Review
image of the Olympus OM-D E-M1X digital camera
20.4mp | Non-Zoom | $2,599
How to sum-up the Olympus E-M1X? In a sense, it's a bigger, burlier, slightly more specialized version of the E-M1 Mark II. It's an OM-D camera tailormade primarily for sports, wildlife and other photographers use use long telephoto lenses. Sporting the same 20MP sensor as the E-M1 II, the overall image quality of the E-M1X is very good, but mostly unchanged. However, improvements abound with regards to AF performance, especially with AF tracking. There's also more advanced video features. Yes it's big, and yes it's expensive, but the E-M1X offers high performance and improved operability while remaining true to the characteristic portability of a Micro Four Thirds system. Read more in our in-depth Olympus E-M1X review!


Pentax K-1 II Review
image of the Pentax K-1 II digital camera
36.4mp | 3.8x | $1,679
A modest but worthwhile update to the earlier K-1, the Pentax K-1 II is the company's flagship full-frame DSLR, offering the best image quality you can get from any K-mount camera and the most feature-rich shooting experience of any Ricoh camera. If performance is paramount, then you may want to look at an APS-C model for more speed, but otherwise the K-1 II represents the sweet spot in the Pentax DSLR line. Find out what it has to offer -- and whether you should buy one -- in our in-depth Pentax K-1 II review!


Panasonic GH5S Review
image of the Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S digital camera
10.2mp | Non-Zoom | $1,798
The GH5 was, and is, a fantastic camera for video, but the Panasonic GH5S goes above and beyond. Its 10MP resolution is a bit low for photos, but it's great for video. The GH5S offers better video quality, more recording options, and just tons of advanced video features. And while the AF speed is slightly slower than the GH5, and the lack of in-body image stabilization removes some of what made the GH5 so versatile, the GH5S offers such a wealth of features and high-quality video, that it's easy to overlook these minor points. In the end, if you're a serious video creator looking for a compact yet feature-packed video camera, the Panasonic GH5S is the one to pick. Read more in our Panasonic GH5S review!