Canon's new sensor uses global shutter to do away with distortions caused by a rolling shutter, and uses a new structure for improved dynamic range compared to other global shutter sensors. Read more
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August 2016 news and reviews
August 31
Peak Design has added the Range Pouch to its lineup of versatile Everyday camera bags. The pouch is designed to carry a lens on a belt, in a bag or on a strap, and is available in three sizes. Read more
Garmin has introduced the VIRB Ultra 30, a rugged action cam capable of recording 4K/30fps footage. Despite its small size, Garmin packs a bunch of features into the camera, including GPS, voice control to start recording, a touchscreen display and a high-sensitivity microphone. Read more
DxO has released a significant firmware update and an expanded range of accessories for its DxO One camera. The improvements include remote operation over Wi-Fi, while the accessories include a waterproof case. Read more
The Hasselblad True Zoom is dead simple to use and brings the features of a dedicated camera to Lenovo's Moto smartphones, but we're not over the moon about its image quality. Read more
The Hasselblad True Zoom Moto Mod converts Lenovo's Moto Z smarthones into a fully fledged, connected travel-zoom with a 10x zoom lens and Xenon flash. Read more
The new Moto Z Play slots in below the Moto Z Force and Moto Z in Lenovo's current smartphone lineup and, like its sister models, is compatible with the Moto Mod range of detachable accessory modules. Read more
Lomography has launched the Lomo’Instant Automat camera on Kickstarter, where it has already exceeded its $100k funding goal with 34 days remaining in the campaign. Read more
The 5D Mark IV promises significant improvements in dynamic range, something many current 5D-series owners have longed for, according to Canon's own market research. How does it fare? We take an in-depth look. Read more
August 30
Shipment of the Hasselblad's first mirrorless medium-format camera, the X1D-50C has been pushed to mid-September. Read more
Lytro has released a demonstration video showing off the capabilities of Immerge, its pro-grade VR rig. Read more
One of the most discussed features of the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV is Image Microadjust. Just how much ability does this give to let you adjust the apparent focus point of the image? Read more
Sony has announced the FE 50mm F2.8 Macro, a full-frame lens with true 1:1 macro magnification. Read more
The Canon EOS 5D Mark IV has significant rolling shutter, our tests show. We shot the 5D IV alongside both the EOS-1D X Mark II and the Sony a6300 to show the effect. This will limit not only 4K video, but also your ability to use 4K Frame Grab effectively to shoot action at 30fps. See video
August 29
The Prvke 21 is a super-versatile backpack that keeps your camera dry and safe, but can also be used on the commute, for the occasional day hike or on a weekend trip. Read more
Looking for a sleek, minimalist display for your vintage camera collection? LaudWorks, a purveyor of DIY project tools, has launched a small accessory called Hangie for easily mounting a camera on a wall. Read more
The Canon EOS 5D Mark IV is now in our studio test scene comparison tool, so you can easily compare its results to that of its peers. Read more
August 28
Canon just released its 30MP EOS 5D Mark IV, four years since the launch of the 5D Mark III. In this article we've boiled down the new camera's key selling points. Read more
August 27
The Canon EOS M10 is a beginner-friendly mirrorless camera that's all about touch functionality. Take a look at our gallery of M10 real-world samples. Read more
If your troubled mind needs soothing, we found just the thing for it: this video of the Northern Lights shot from a drone soaring over Iceland. See video
August 26
Ansel Adams' name is synonymous with landscape photography, but a new interview with Adams' daughter-in-law Jeanne reveals more about a lesser known side of his work. Read more
A bar called ‘The Darkroom’ is planned for construction in Washington D.C., according to a local news report, and it’ll cater specifically to photographers. Read more
One of the great innovations of digital photography is time-lapse photography. Time-lapse sequences may not be as novel as they once were, but Vimeo user Jansoli proves that it's still possible to make viewers go 'Wow!' Read more
Want to learn about the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV in 138 seconds? We certainly thought so, and put together a video that tells you everything you need to know. See video
August 25
It's been more than ten years since the 'classic' EOS 5D was released. In the light of the Mark IV's announcement, we look back at what $3500 bought you back in 2005 and how it stacks up today. Read more
Google has joined forces with the U.S. National Parks Service to make their centennial birthday celebration a bit more special by offering new VR and 360 video guided tours through some pretty amazing places. Read more
DJI's upgraded gimbal camera comes with a 3.5x optical zoom that can be combined with a 2x digital zoom for a 7x overall range. Read more
Fujifilm is warning of a 'double digit percent' price increase on its photographic paper starting October. Read more
Fujifilm has announced its X-A3 entry-level mirrorless camera. This update to the X-A2 brings a new 24MP CMOS sensor (without X-Trans), tilting touchscreen LCD and an updated AF system. Read more
Fujifilm has announced the XF 23mm F2 R WR, adding a 35mm equiv. prime to its weather-resistant X-mount lineup. Read more
Canon has officially announced the EOS 5D Mark IV, the fourth generation of its full-frame DSLR for enthusiast and professional photographers. Built around a 30MP Dual Pixel AF sensor, it significantly extends the stills and video capabilities the series has become known for. Read more
Coinciding with the announcement of the 5D Mark IV, Canon has introduced updates to the EF 16-35mm F2.8L III USM and EF 24-105mm F4L IS II USM. Read more
Canon will bring a new Wi-Fi connectivity option to the EOS 7D II, 5DS and 5DS R by way of an adapter that fits into the camera's SD card slot. Read more
August 24
Lens manufacturer Tamron has filed a patent for what looks like an interesting portrait lens to add to its growing collection of fixed focal length lenses. Read more
The Pentax K-70 features a 24MP sensor with Pixel Shift Resolution mode and, for the first time in a Pentax, hybrid AF in live view. Take a look at how it fares against its competiton in our studio test scene. Read more
Edelkrone has launched Wing, a non-motorized sliding armature that attaches to a tripod and glides a camera in a straight line without rails. Read more
A research team at Google has developed a way to use neural networks to compress image files in a more efficient way than current methods by building an artificial intelligence system and training it with random images from the internet. Read more
Photoshop is the gold standard in pro-level image editing, but not everybody needs its vast feature set – or its steep learning curve. Here are some alternatives. Read more
August 23
The Taiwanese company Primax Electronics is reported to be one of the manufacturers of the dual-camera module for the upcoming Apple iPhone generation. Read more
Chinese drone manufacturer DJI has opened a new facility in South Korea that allows drone owners to hone their aerial navigation skills. Read more
Photo storage and management service Picturelife has shut down after a few years of operation, but SmugMug has stepped in to offer users access to their photos. Read more
One of the most memorable images from the Rio Olympics was actually two nearly identical photos – they both went viral and confused the internet. Read more
August 22
Canon has developed a design for the micro lenses it uses on imaging sensors that it claims will reduce vignetting and false coloration at the edges of the picture. Read more
Thanks to their expandable design, ThinkTank's Shape Shifter bags are extremely versatile. After listening to feedback from photographers ThinkTank has now released a second generation of the series. Read more
New firmware for the Pentax K-70 improves general stability and provides some minor updates. Read more
The EOS-1D X II is Canon's current flagship pro-level DSLR. We've pulled out the most important details from our review to give you an overview about what makes this photo-taking monster interesting. Read more
August 20
At $60 Simple Booth sounds like an outrageously expensive iOS app, but its customizability and ease-of-use can make you the hero of the next block party. Read more
World Photo Day celebrates the Daguerreotype process, which the French government released to the public on August 19th, 1839. We're joining in the celebration with a gallery of our favorite sample photos from the year thus far. See them
August 19
Japanese optical manufacturer Tamron has announced it is to launch its exciting 90mm macro lens in a Sony A-mount, and that Sony users will now be able to update and customize some of their Tamron lenses using the company’s TAP-in lens console. Read more
Datacolor has announced the launch of its new Spyder5CAPTURE PRO color calibration kit, which calibrates autofocus, display, colors, contrast and white balance. Read more
Dilish Parekh has once again beaten his own world record for having the largest camera collection, with his personal museum now housing 4500 exhibits. He's put together a video about himself and his collection. Read more
While we haven't been able to test out the Pentax K-70's weather-sealed body this summer, we have put together a full sample gallery for your viewing pleasure. Read more
August 18
Sony has released a firmware update for its a7R II full-frame mirrorless camera which improves camera stability while adding support for the company's new radio controlled lighting system. Read more
A team from the University of Vermont and Harvard University were able to identify signs of depression based off an Instagram profile’s photos, metadata, and things like facial recognition. Read more
The Olympus Stylus Epic is somewhat of a cult classic due to its small size, sharp 35mm F2.8 lens and weather sealed body. It was also one of the finest examples of a sliding cover film camera around. Read more
Samyang Optics has completed its launch of five new lenses over the summer with the announcement that its full-frame 14mm F2.8 autofocus lens for Sony E-mount is ready to hit stores. Read more
August 17
Manfrotto and Benro have settled their patent dispute regarding tripods whose center column to be lifted out of the collar and rotated by 90 degrees. Read more
Corel has launched PaintShop Pro X9, the latest version of its photo editing software, adding new Interactive Gradients and expanded RAW camera profile support. Read more
While reviewing the Fujifilm X-E2S, we found that it has a lot to offer at an affordable price, despite its similarities to the older X-E2. Here's a brief look at what you need to know. Read more
Nikon has announced the D3400, updating its most beginner-friendly entry-level DSLR with Bluetooth-only wireless connectivity and a 1200 shot CIPA-rated battery. Read more
In addition to a new entry-level DSLR body, Nikon has formally announced a total of four DX-format Nikkor lenses. Read more
A military pilot in the UK is reportedly facing a court martial after his camera became wedged against a military transport plane’s controls, causing it to plunge 4400ft (1.3km) before the captain regained control. Read more
August 16
Canon's EOS M3 is very much like a Rebel T6s stuffed into a compact body that resembles the company's PowerShot models. Can the company's most ambitious mirrorless camera to date compete with some excellent midrange consumer mirrorless cameras? Read our review
Samsung has used IBM’s neuromorphic computer processors, built under the latter company’s TrueNorth project, to create digital ‘eyes’ that see in real time. Read more
August 15
The European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA) has awarded Canon and Sony four titles each from the 19-strong list of photography products it has selected as the best of the year. Read more
A rare Stereo-Nikkor 3.5cm F3.5 lens said to be in mint condition has been put up for auction on eBay. Read more
The Brooks Institute, which offered degrees in photography, media and visual arts for 70 years, announced that it will close its doors this fall. Read more
The Sony a6300 and Canon EOS 80D are two very different answers to the question of how to make a stills and video camera for enthusiasts. But which does it better? Read more
August 14
Peak wildflower season attracts crowds of photographers, which can make it an overwhelming affair. We've got some tips to help you get amazing wildflower photos with as little stress as possible. Read more
August 13
If you've got your eye on trying out aerial photography, landscape shooter Erez Marom has a few tips to share on getting into the right aircraft for the job. Read more
August 12
Chinese lens and accessory maker Kipon has introduced a pair of focal length reducers that adapt Nikon F and Leica R lenses to Micro Four Thirds cameras to give a 1.4x crop factor. Read more
Getty photographers are getting some help in Rio from underwater robots. Read more
Cascable, a Wi-Fi-based camera remote control app for Apple devices, adding both new features and support for 50 cameras. Read more
Globe trotter and photographer Michael Bonocore shares some tips for traveling to and photographing the breathtaking island nation of Cuba. Read more
August 11
SpaceVR is planning to launch a camera satellite into the orbit in order to transmit 360-degree VR video footage back to planet earth. Read more
Once displayed at Leica's headquarters, the collection includes 107 camera models and traces the roots of its rangefinder and SLR lines. Read more
VSCO has announced the launch of VSCO Open Studio, a free-to-use photography studio in the NoMad neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City. Read more
We didn't have to travel far down memory lane to find the Nikkor 50mm F1.4D. Having shot it recently on the D5, DPR staffer Carey Rose shares some thoughts on using this classic lens with modern camera bodies. Read more
August 10
Seagate has announced a 60TB SSD, the world's highest capacity drive of its kind. It's available for demonstration purposes now, and is scheduled to arrive in 2017. Read more
Responding to backlash from customers, Eye-Fi has developed a new software utility that will keep older cards operational past the EOL date. Read more
Elinchrom's new Skyport Plus HS remote flash trigger and controller now allows Sony camera users to synchronize their shutter with Elinchrom flash heads using speeds of up to 1/8000sec. Read more
DPReview is hiring! We're looking to add a Software Development Manager to our Seattle-based team. Bring your creativity, passion and talent to help us build the next generation of our web and mobile experiences. Read more
We've been doing all kinds of summertime stuff and shooting with the Canon EOS M3. A full review is underway, but for now we've got some fresh samples. See gallery
August 9
Epson is set to begin sales of three 4K UHD digital projectors that feature HDR and 3D support, as well as extremely long lamp life. Read more
Macphun has teased its customers with a brief preview of Aurora HDR 2017 ahead of its planned launch next month, previewing an updated user interface and a new tone mapping algorithm. Read more
The Brevite brand of camera bags started its life as a Kickstarter project in 2015. Now the company has expanded with a Rucksack and a Rolltop that, like the original backpack, are not immediately identifiable as camera bags. Read more
Except for a few tweaks, the Fujifilm X-E2S is a fresh-from-the-factory update of the X-E2 with current firmware but at a much lower MSRP. Given that the X-E2 is approaching three years old, how does the X-E2S measure up in today's market? Read more
The first update for Photoshop CC 2015.5 is available, fixing a number of customer-reported bugs. Read more
August 8
F-Stop Gear has announced that KitSentry, the bag it sought (and successfully raised) funding for on Kickstarter, will not be brought to market. Read more
NASA has successfully tested a camera that uses multiple frames of different exposures to create HDR video. The demo of a rocket test shows that the dynamic range provided is enough to capture plumes of exhaust fire and the surrounding area at the same time. Read more
Samyang's summer lens party continues with the announcement of a 20mm F1.8 full-frame prime. Read more
You've seen our studio test scene – now learn more about how we use it for testing and the methods behind our madness. Read more
August 7
They look a lot alike, but the Sony a7R II costs almost twice as much as the a7 II. Here's why. Read more
August 6
There's no one-size-fits-all approach to shooting a concert, but our basic tips and guidelines can help you get great shots and keep grooving to the music. Read more
August 5
Lensbaby's Twist 60 is all about the bokeh. It promises appealing subject/background separation with Petzval-like swirly bokeh, and we couldn't resist the temptation to take it for a spin. Read more
Casio has announced a rugged, 180° camera that features a detachable lens unit and a mode that allows the body to control two cameras at the same time for 360° spherical images. Read more
News Corp. photographer Brett Costello fell victim to a cleverly orchestrated scheme in which thieves made off with his gear in just ten seconds. Read more
Thanks to an update to the iOS app users of the CamFi wireless DSLR controller can now upload images to Dropbox in real-time. Read more
August 4
An image of a Hasselblad-branded detachable camera module for the Lenovo Moto Z and Z Force smartphones has surfaced on Weibo. Read more
Kenko Professional imaging has announced that it will officially launch a 600Ws mono-block style flash head that will be available for TTL and manual control. Read more
Independent agency Zuma Press has filed a lawsuit against Getty, alleging that the company licensed its photos without permission. Read more
The Artisto app does for video what the popular Prisma app does for still images: use neural networks and machine learning to apply art filters in the style of famous artists to your recorded clips. Read more
As sports fans around the world get ready for the opening of the 2016 Rio Olympics, Canon's Professional Services team are preparing too – and in a big way. Read more
Step back into the days of Y2K nightmares and 56K modems with the Sony Mavica FD-91, the second camera that DPReview ever reviewed. Make sure you've packed your floppies, it's gonna be a pixellated ride. Read more
August 3
Manfrotto has added depth of field preview, an intervalometer and time-lapse controls to the app that runs its Digital Director camera-remote-control and external monitor device. Read more
The Astropad app converts your iPad into a graphics tablet for Mac computers. Version 2.0 comes with several performance enhancements and can be used with more Mac software packages than before. Read more
The Nikon 300mm F4E PF ED VR is quickly becoming a favorite around the office. We've brought it along to concerts, motocross, sprint boat racing, rugby and tennis and updated our gallery accordingly. See gallery
And you thought 4K television was a long way off – Japan's NHK has started broadcasting 8K content on a new 'Super Hi-Vision' satellite channel. Read more
Researchers have devised a way to use traditional cameras and video capture to create dynamic, interactive movies. Read more
August 2
Instagram has taken inspiration from Snapchat and launched a new feature called Stories. Read more
Juha Alakarhu is the latest Microsoft engineer to leave that company's mobile devision, returning to Nokia as it looks more and more likely that Microsoft will abandon its mobile hardware business. Read more
Samsung's new Note 7 phablet combines the Galaxy S7's camera specifications with the Note series's characteristic large display and S-Pen stylus. A new iris scanner is on board as well. Read more
Sony's SGNL YouTube channel tears down the $2200 24-70mm F2.8 GM so you don't have to. See video
The Fujifilm X-E2S may be (mostly) just an X-E2 with the latest firmware, but it's still a relatively affordable way to get into the Fujifilm system in style. Slap on one of Fujifilm's compact and excellent primes, and you're ready to go out shooting. See gallery
August 1
The Nikon Coolpix W100 is a kid-friendly rugged compact that brings the features of the Coolpix S33 – plus SnapBridge – to select Asian and European markets. Read more
Getty has issued a statement about the lawsuit it's facing from a photographer who claims that the company charged licensing fees for her public domain photos. Read more
With its 6.6" Super AMOLED display the Honor Note 8 offers one of the largest screens in the phablet segment and combines it with a 2560 x 1440 resolution. Read more
Sticking with its plan to introduce a whole bunch of new lenses this summer, Samyang has announced the 35mm F1.2 ED AS UMC CS for APS-C and Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras. Read more
The Canon EOS-1D X Mark II is a professional full-frame DSLR, and Canon's fastest, toughest and most capable camera ever. We headed to a rodeo to test it out. See video
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