The Sigma 85mm F1.4 Art is finally here, with a question almost as big as the lens itself: is it worth the wait? And, is it worth the weight? To find out, we wasted no time taking it out to shoot some portraits. See gallery
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November 14
No view of the supermoon? No problem. The internet has come to your rescue with a solution. Read more
Mountainsmith has launched a 'durable' camera bag series called T.A.N. (Tough as Nails) in collaboration with photographer Chris Burkard. Read more
An Olympus OM-D E-M1 ll with a 12-40mm F2.8 Pro lens and ¥1M is up for grabs for the winner of the 2016-2017 Olympus Global Open Photo Contest. Read more
The Thunderbolt 3 Dock adds a wide range of ports to the 2016 MacBook Pro models or any other computer that comes with a small number of built-in connectors and ports. Read more
PanoMoments' '360-degree living photos' are a kind of mashup between 360-degree images and Apple's Live Photos. Read more
November 13
Since the RX100 first came out, Sony has introduced a total of four updated models to market and hasn't discontinued any of them. Should you save a few bucks and go with less than the latest-and-greatest? Find out which one is the right fit. Read more
Adventure photographer Tim Kemple has made a project of photographing some of the world's tallest peaks from high-altitude planes and helicopters. Read more
November 12
The Panasonic FZ2500 is a video-focused superzoom sporting a 20MP 1"-type BSI-CMOS sensor and a 24-480mm equiv. F2.8-4.5 lens. It also happens to shoot some pretty awesome 4K video. See video
Adobe has announced the development of a new technology that can automatically swap out the sky in your image, and claims to make it look realistic in the process. Read more
We defy you not to watch a 60,000 PSI jet of water slice a Canon SLR film camera in half, revealing the camera's internal components. See video
November 11
We recently reviewed the Panasonic G85, and while it scored a Gold Award, eagle-eyed readers noticed a 'stickiness' in panning video clips when mechanical image stabilization was turned on. Thankfully, a fix is coming. Read more
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camera newsNov 11, 2016 at 17:57
The cinematic Sphericam Beast features four 1" 4096 × 2160 image sensors, four 190º fisheye lenses, and four M.2 SSD drives with a 2.8 GBs bit rate. Read more
The Panasonic LX10 is a premium compact with a 1" 20MP sensor and a 24-72mm equivalent F1.4-2.8 zoom lens. Both capable and easy to bring anywhere, it's an attractive option for those seeking a pocket camera. See gallery
Tired of carrying around a laptop to back up and process images? Western Digital wants to set you free with the My Passport Wireless Pro, a battery powered hard drive with card reader, Wi-Fi, and a mobile app. Is it up to the task? Read more
November 10
DxO announced that it has added a full Raw processing workflow to its iPhone-connected DxO ONE camera, along with smaller Raw files, improved performance and full remote control over a direct Wi-Fi connection. Read more
Many consumers are likely to shop for cameras based on price and capability, rather than according to whether a certain model contains a mirror or not. In this category, you'll find both mirrorless and DSLR cameras that are highly capable, offer built-in high-spec viewfinders and a bevy of external controls. Read more
Following the launch of a Mac version in summer 2015, Serif has announced the availability of Affinity Photo for Windows beta. Read more
It's no 'red ping pong paddle' edition, but Canon's entry level Rebel just got a new color treatment. Read more
In the year 2000, Olympus updated its enthusiast-friendly digital zoom compact. The C-3040 Zoom turns 16 years old this month, and though $800 sounds steep for a 3MP superzoom, it was a pretty good deal in its time. Read more
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video newsNov 10, 2016 at 08:30
Sony is preparing to release an updated version of its popular PXW-FS7 professional video camera that will feature an electronic variable neutral density filter that automatically compensates for exposure shifts of between two and seven stops. Read more
The D5600 evolves Nikon's mid-range DSLR line by adding SnapBridge and additional touchscreen functionality. Read more
November 9
There's no shortage of interchangeable lens cameras in the $500-900 range. Whether they're mirrored or mirrorless, there's something for beginners and enthusiasts alike in this crowd of inexpensive cameras. Read roundup
Action-cam maker GoPro announced that it is recalling its new Karma drone after the company discovered that a small number of units lost power during operation. Read more
Adobe today dropped a fresh round of updates to its mobile and web photo app offerings. Read more
In this week's Field Test, DPReview's very own Wenmei Hill and Carey Rose head to beautiful Guemas Island to shoot a wedding, with the new Fujifilm X-T2. Read more
Dynamic range can seem esoteric and confusing but, chances are, your camera offers a mode to make use of the impressive capabilities of modern sensors. How do these work and what impact do they have? Read more
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sample galleryNov 9, 2016 at 09:00
The Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II is built to take a beating while cranking out images at incredibly high speeds. We soaked it at a frisbee match, cranked the ISO at a rock show, took it into the studio for portraits, and more. See gallery
November 8
Fujifilm has released two firmware updates: firmware version 5.00 for the X-T1 and version 2.01 for the X-Pro2. X-T2 owners will have to keep waiting for firmware that enables tethered shooting with Lightroom. Read more
The Leica TL comes with some minor improvements over its Leica T predecessor and will be available in November for $1695. Read more
The Pentax K-70 is an upper entry-level DSLR that combines enthusiast level features and clever use of its image stabilization system at a fiercely competitive price. So what did we make of it? Read more
The Xiaomi Redmi Pro packs many high-end features, including a dual-camera, into a budget package. We've had a closer look at the affordable dual-cam option from China. Read more
November 7
Nikkei Asian Review reports that Nikon is cutting 1000 jobs, or 10% of its domestic workforce, over the next two to three years. Read more
Olympus has announced what it says is the first ever macro twin flash with a weatherproof construction: the new STF-8 Macro Flash. Read more
Filmborn looks like an interesting app for those who like the look of film and want to learn more about analog processing. Read more
Photographers stepping up from entry-level or midrange ILCs have a lot of choices. In this updated roundup we're taking a look at enthusiast ILCs sporting APS-C and Four Thirds sensors in the $1200-2000 range. Read more
The iPhone 7 Plus is Apple's first smartphone with a dual-camera setup. We've put the camera on Apple's new flagship device through its paces and tested it in the studio as well as real-world conditions. Read more
The iPhone 7 is Apple's newest smartphone, and we've added to our studio comparison. Check it out
November 6
New York-based photographers Deborah Ory and Ken Browar started their project with one simple objective: to make photographs of ballet dancers to decorate their daughter's bedroom. Read more
November 5
The MindShift Gear SidePath is a $100 water resistant fly-under-the-radar day pack with hidden compartments and room to spare. Read more
Belgian photographer Reginald Van de Velde has captured some eerily beautiful images of abandoned and active cooling towers, as well as defunct power stations throughout Europe. See more
When Apple released its new MacBook Pro last week, many buyers were up in arms about the removal of ports and an SD card slot. To help appease them, Apple has reduced the price of several dongles and a USB-C card reader. Read more
November 4
Just in time for your holiday shopping Leica is announcing a new D-Lux Typ 109 bundle with a lens cap that opens automatically when the camera is turned on. Read more
We recently asked ten well-known photographers a simple question: "What was your first camera?" Some of the answers may surprise you. See video
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