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Sony to launch 12 more lenses in 2019

While Sony didn't announce anything new at Photokina 2018 (unless you count the new FE 24mm f/1.4 GM lens unveiled last week), it did reveal that we can expect to see a further 12 lenses in 2019. While Sony didn't … Continue reading

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Three new lenses coming for Fujifilm’s GFX cameras

Not only did Fujifilm announce the rangefinder-style GFX 50R medium-format camera, as well as the development of a 100MP GFX 100S megapixel monster at Photokina 2018, it also revealed it was adding three new lenses to its roadmap. Designed for … Continue reading

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Sigma announces development of three CINE lenses

Photographers may think of Sigma as a company responsible for crafting a slew of impressive optics in its Art, Contemporary and Sport lines, but the Global Vision family in which these sit is also home to a video-centric CINE line … Continue reading

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Real World Test: Using the Sony A7R III with Canon Lenses

Here’s a review from Julia Trotti who has been testing the Sony A7R III mirrorless camera alongside Canon lenses. With mirrorless technology coming to the forefront, but the number of native Sony lenses available being limited, using third-party lenses like this is … Continue reading

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Best wide-angle prime lens 2018: fast and wide lenses for Canon and Nikon DSLRs

Like an optical shoehorn, a wide-angle lens helps you squeeze more into the picture. It’s ideal for landscape photography, not only because you can shrink huge, sweeping vistas into the frame, but also because you can exaggerate the perspective between … Continue reading

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Fujifilm announces new large-sensor compact camera and 5 X-series lenses

Gear A high-end point and shoot and an array of focal lengths are coming soon. Good news for anyone enjoying the X series cameras from Fujifilm. Popular Photography

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Long and short: Fujifilm announces two high-end X Series lenses

Fujifilm has extended its X Series lens lineup with the announcement of two new lenses, an ultra-wide-angle zoom and a prime telephoto. The ultra-wide lens is the Fujinon XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR lens, a fast optic with a … Continue reading

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9 things you should know about using prime lenses

Zoom lenses are undeniably great when it comes to convenience and versatility, delivering a wide range of focal lengths at the flick of a wrist. However, they demand a compromise in terms of outright image quality. With complex arrangements of … Continue reading

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Best bridge camera 2018: 10 cameras that pack huge zoom lenses

Bridge cameras are a versatile and affordable alternative to DSLRs, offering the same kind of manual controls (as well as a host of easy-to-use auto modes) plus a huge zoom lens that covers everything from wide-angle to super-telephoto photography. This … Continue reading

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Best super telephoto zoom lenses 2018: 7 lenses to get closer to the action

Whether you’re shooting birds in the garden or big game in the wild, you’ll need long telephoto reach. There are plenty of exotic prime lenses out there that can cost a small fortune. There’s no question that these monster lenses … Continue reading

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Best Canon lenses 2018: 10 top options for Canon APS-C DSLRs

Apart from the EOS 7D Mark II, all current APS-C format Canon DSLRs are sold with the option of an included ‘kit’ zoom lens. In many cases, you can choose between Canon’s latest 18-55mm or 18-135mm lenses, both of which … Continue reading

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Best Nikon lenses 2018: 10 top options for Nikon APS-C DSLRs

Buy any DX format Nikon DSLR (such as a D3400 or D5600) as a kit that comes complete with a standard zoom lens and you’re off to a great start. With an APS-C format image sensor, the 1.5x crop factor … Continue reading

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