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by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
After a busy start of the year, Sony returns with yet another exciting tool for wildlife and sports photographers. Introducing the portable FE 100-400mm f/5.6-8 OSS Super Telephoto Lens, an affordable zoom offering photographers of every skill level a tool to easily bring distant subjects closer.
Sony FE 100-400mm f/5.6-8 OSS
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Westcott continues to expand its ever-growing lineup of legendary lighting tools with the addition of two new flash units and a portable light modifier. Introducing the Westcott FJ100 On-Camera Speedlight and Studio Strobes and the Octa 15.
The FJ100 Speedlight is an on-camera flash that features a touchscreen display similar to what we saw on the FJ80 II—though the FJ100 arrives in a noticeably smaller form factor. The FJ100 offers 575 full-power flashes per charge, outperforming many of its contemporaries. What further sets this light apart
by Luke Rollins · Posted
Gear is never just gear. For professionals, gear represents livelihood, financial stability, and potential growth. Hobbyists see their artistic ambitions, the labor-hours invested in the gear’s acquisition, the satisfaction of knowledge gained, and what remains left to learn. Even novices can see in their gear their new path of embarkation and the road ahead to mastery.
Despite how laden with meaning these objects can be, they will nonetheless spend most of their lives in storage, waiting to be plucked for duty—and often with little thought
by Steven Wong · Posted
When processing photos for clients, you probably want to get in and out of the editing bay as quickly as possible. But it can be challenging to find the right professional display or monitor that fits into your workflow and budget. Don’t worry, we’re here to help with three things to keep in mind when considering a professional display. That way, you can find the perfect look and get back to shooting.
Color Accuracy
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
The new school year is nearly upon us, which means it’s time to start stocking up on necessary gear and supplies. For film and photo students, that means finding the camera and gear that’s right for you.
Generally, schools require a DSLR or mirrorless camera with detachable lenses and full manual controls. Far from the smartphone or point-and-shoot pocket camera many of us are used to. To help you get the perfect tool, we’ve put together a list of some of our favorite cameras broken down into four categories:
Best Overall Cameras
Best Mid
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Godox has grown their flash lineup with the introduction of the Lux Junior II, a compact retro-styled flash reimagined for even greater versatility. For those unfamiliar, the Godox Lux series brought a classic style, reminiscent of the golden age of photography, into the modern era. The Lux Junior II continues this trend, while delivering new and exciting features that can only benefit the
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
For a beginner, few things seem more intimidating than photographing a wedding. A sense of anxiety is perfectly normal if you haven't yet spent much time in this field. It's important to remember that we all begin somewhere, and even the most experienced pros were also novices at one point. With practice and education, nerves begin to morph into confidence.
No two weddings are the same, but whether traditional or unconventional, the goal is to be properly equipped to document the key moments of the day. A
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Tamron has unveiled their latest mirrorless lens in the ultra-wide 12-20mm f/2.8 for Sony E Mount and Nikon Z Mount cameras. This full frame zoom lens delivers professional performance without the bulk and weight.
Tamron 12-20mm f/2.8 Lens
Characterized best by its dramatic wide-angle perspective, this zoom has
by Zack Young · Posted
SmallRig has new tripod and monopod offerings, bringing their popular one-touch deployment technology to the monopod space with the SmallRig x Potato Jet TRIBEX PRO X-Clutch hydraulic monopod, available in four versions with different head and feet configurations. All versions have a quick-deploy X-Clutch for adjusting three height stages with a single squeeze. SmallRig is also releasing an Ultra-Light Travel Tripod made for videographers, plus a Reverse-Folding
by Zack Young · Posted
B&H is excited to announce that our new Virtual Production and XR (Extended Reality) category is now live. Initial offerings include products for cinema capture, broadcast, live events, sports, education, and more, with an emphasis on LED volumes, IMLs (Interactive Media Labs), content creation, advertising, and tradeshows.
Current subcategories for browsing include
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Adding to their already stellar lineup of sporting optics, Swarovski has announced their new AT Endura 21-65x75 Spotting Scope. This premium, lightweight scope allows you to see every nuance with exceptional clarity, all while offering the extremely rugged build outdoor enthusiasts have come to expect from the brand.
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Sony has unveiled the RX10 V, and it’s been upgraded to meet the needs of photographers of all skill levels and genres. We had the chance to put this camera through its paces in all areas it excels, so let’s see what it can do for wildlife, sports, macro, and travel photography.
Wildlife
If you want to photograph birds and wildlife up close and personal, but don’t want to lug around a bunch
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
At long last, Sony has unveiled the much-sought-after successor to their legendary RX10 bridge camera, the RX10 V. The perfect marriage of new and improved performance-enhancing features plus the hardware that made its predecessor so popular, the RX10 V is sure to excite. Let’s find out how.
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Choosing a pair of binoculars can be as easy or as daunting as you want it to be. We’ve covered the technical aspects of binoculars, from magnification to glass quality, and how they affect your choice, but not everyone wants to get into all that. While yes, once we know the basics, we can better choose the pair that meets our particular needs, but that assumes we want to get into all that. If you do, check out our
by Richard Stevens · Posted
It’s been a great year for consumer tech, with some standout releases from some of our favorite brands. With new releases just around the corner, we’re excited to see what’s on the horizon. For now, I wanted to highlight a few products that caught my attention this past year. I’ll even showcase a couple of products that have been around for a while but deserve to be mentioned among the very best home entertainment gear available.
My Favorite OLED TV: