Category: Reviews

Best Nikon Z Lenses for Portrait Photography

When it comes to portrait photography, having the right lens is just as important as having the right camera. For Nikon Z-series mirrorless camera users, there are a variety of lenses that offer exceptional performance for capturing stunning portraits. From fast primes that deliver creamy background blur to versatile zoom lenses with outstanding image quality, Nikon’s Z-mount lens lineup offers something for every portrait photographer. In this blog post, we will explore some of the best Nikon Z lenses for portrait photography, detailing their unique features and how they excel in capturing striking, beautiful portraits. Continue reading “Best Nikon Z Lenses for Portrait Photography”

Sony A7 IV: the Best Selling in the First Half of August 2023

CAPA CAMERA WEB posted the best selling products of Yodobashi Camera’s interchangeable lens digital cameras in the first half of August 2023.  Sony a7 IV (Amazon, B&H, Adorama) wins the top 1 position, followed by Canon EOS R6 Mark II (Amazon/B&H Photo Video/Adorama) .

Top 10 brand new digital camera sales ranking from August 1st to August 15th, 2023:

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Nikon Z9: the Best Selling in the First Half of May 2023

Nikon Z9 gets the No #1 slot of the Best Selling Camera in the First Half of May 2023. Yodobashi Camera’s top ten best-selling interchangeable lens digital cameras revealed for First Half of May 2023.

According to the CAPA CAMERA WEB, the Nikon Z9 full frame mirrorless wins the NO. 1 best selling camera, followed by the Sony a7 IV.

The Nikon Z9 is one of the most powerful cameras on the market, capable of up to 30 fps shooting in JPEG or 20 with Raw capture, and able to record 8K/30 video, with the promise of 12-bit Raw 8K/60 capture in a future firmware update. It’s also one of relatively few cameras on the market to completely forego a mechanical shutter, a design decision made possible by the impressively fast read-out speed of the new sensor.

Nikon Z9 is available for pre-order and currently selling for $5,496.95 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama. 

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Canon EOS R10 Gets 87% Overall Score and Silver Award

DPReview has published full in-depth review and test results for the Canon EOs R10. The entry-level APS-c mirrorless camera achieves an excellent 87% overall score and silver Award from the experts at DPReview.

Canon EOS R10 is perfect for content creators looking to take their creativity to the next level. Featuring a high-speed shooting 15 FPS mechanical shutter1,2, a 24.2 Megapixel CMOS (APS-C) sensor, and lightning fast autofocus, Canon EOS R10 camera brings some of the best features from the growing EOS R Series to a sleek, lightweight design.

Canon EOS R10 $979.00 B&H, Adorama

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Canon EOS R8 Sensor Review : Scored 93 Points at DxOMark

DxOMark  published their tests and review of 24.2MP sensor inside the Canon EOS R8 camera ($1,499).

According to sensor review, the Canon EOS R8 gets an outstanding overall DxOmark score of 93 points, with a combination of 24.5 bits color depth, 14.7 EV dynamic range, and 3295 ISO low-light score.

The US price for Canon EOS R8 is $1499 and available at  B&HPhoto/ Adorama.

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Fujifilm X-H2 Gets 89% Overall Score and Silver Award

DPReview has published full in-depth review and test results for the Fujifilm X-H2. The high-end APS-c mirrorless camera achieves an excellent 89% overall score and silver Award from the experts at DPReview.

The Fujifilm X-H2 is a high-end 40MP APS-C mirrorless camera for both stills and video shooting. Its high-resolution stills and 8K video capabilities stand in contrast to the high-speed shooting and fast-readout 4K capabilities of its X-H2S sister model.

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New Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S Lens Reviews

The new Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S lens will be released on March 24, here are the latest reviews. If you are new to the lens first check the hands-on review with sample photos at West 42 and Explora.

Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm F1.2 S Lens is an ultrafast short telephoto portrait lens for Nikon Z9, Z7 II and Z6 II mirrorless cameras. It achieves both superior rendering performance and large, beautiful bokeh, expanding possibilities for users capturing portraits in wedding and fashion photography.

Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S Lens: $2,796.95 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama. Continue reading “New Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S Lens Reviews”

Best Lenses for Fujifilm X-Mount (DPRTV)

DPRTV posted a list of the best lenses for Fujifilm X mount. Below you can find the list of these Fuji lenses and the video in review. 

This is an excellent guide to the best lenses for Fujifilm cameras to buy in 2023. If you’re looking for the absolute best lenses for professional use with the Fujifilm X-series system, then look no further than here. Continue reading “Best Lenses for Fujifilm X-Mount (DPRTV)”

Best Memory Cards for Sony a7R V

Here are the best memory cards for Sony a7R V mirrorless camera, including CFexpress cards (Type A) and UHS-II SD cards.

The Sony a7R V has dual memory card slots. The Sony a7R V (ILCE-7RM5) supports CFexpress Type-A and SD memory cards in both of its two card slots, just like the flagship Sony a1.

Sony a7R V ($3,899 at B&H, Amazon, Adorama) is designed for most pro photographers in the world. In order to max use of this camera, you’d better get a fast memory card for a7R V. Sony a7R5 has two memory card slots, both card slots can support CFexpress Type A cards and UHS-II SD cards. We have reviewed and tested latest memory cards, and below is our full list of top recommended CFexpress cards (Type A) and UHS-II SD cards for the Sony a7R V full-frame mirrorless camera. Continue reading “Best Memory Cards for Sony a7R V”

Best Memory Cards for Fujifilm X-H2

Best memory cards for Fujifilm X-H2, including CFexpress Type B and UHS-II SD cards. In this guide you can find our recommendations on the best memory cards for Fujifilm X-H2.

The Fujifilm X-H2 has dual memory card slots: 1 x CFexpress (Type B) card slot and 1 x UHS-II SD card slot. The CFexpress Type B slot should be prioritized for higher bitrate video recording and fast continuous shooting, and the SD slot is a convenient alternative for backups or less speed-critical shooting.

Featuring a new, back-illuminated 40.2MP X-Trans CMOS 5 HR sensor and the high-speed X-Processor 5, the Fujifilm X-H2 (Amazon, B&H, Adorama) is capable of shooting at up to 20 fps when working with an electronic shutter, or shooting speeds of up to 15 fps with the mechanical shutter. Despite its focus on photography, the Fujifilm X-H2 has an impressive video system capable of 4:2:2 10-bit internal recording in 8K at 30fps and in both DCI/UHD 4K at up to 60 fps and Full HD at up to 240p.

Below are the best memory cards for Fujifilm X-H2, including  CFexpress cards (Type B) and UHS-II SD cards. Hope our recommendations help you to the best out of your Fujifilm X-H2 camera.

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