Mirrorless Cameras

by Todd Vorenkamp ·Posted 11/17/2014
The premise of the camera is simple: it's a box that allows a measured amount of light into it in order to create an image on a photo-sensitive material. Stroll through the B&H Photo SuperStore and you'll see there are literally thousands of different interpretations of how to best do this. Cameras of all shapes, sizes, and colors are on the shelves—all of them begging to be held and used to make photographs.   The camera, one of the world's ultimate gadgets, has an appeal that transcends a great cross section of the human race. Artists,
by Shawn C. Steiner ·Posted 09/22/2023
It’s going to be hard to follow up a week of Bild Expo and then IBC, but we can try with a few key announcements. Nikon took a very, very good shot at it with the release of the Zf, a retro-styled full-frame camera that takes the classic looks of the FM2 and combines them with modern imaging tech from the current Z Series mirrorless lineup. Nikon also released a teaser for the mysterious “Plena,” although we will have to wait until next week
0 Views ·Posted 09/20/2023
Nikon married the old and the new this week with the announcement of an addition to the Z-series lineup, the Nikon Zf. The Zf has a retro-inspired look reminiscent of the Nikon FM2 but with all the modern convenience of the Z6 II, and then some. Nikon Zf The Zf features a 24.5 MP full-frame sensor, just like the Z6 II, but
by Shawn C. Steiner ·Posted 09/15/2023
If you haven't gotten your fill of new products after last week's Bild Expo—and there was a cornucopia of news—then we have another exciting week for you. In the leadup to IBC, which opens today in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, we will be sharing multiple announcements with a good mix of photo and cinema products. IBC 2023 starts on Friday, September 15, 2023, in Amsterdam. Stay tuned for announcements of new gear for film and TV production. Perhaps the biggest news is the launch of the
0 Views ·Posted 09/15/2023
Join Maria Perez and Matt Zefi at Sony Kando in Snowbird, Utah, for some friendly competition to see who can get the best results from the Sony a7C II and the a7CR. Learn the main differences between the cameras and see which best fits your needs. 0:00 - Introduction 0:32 - Key Specs 1:20 - Bird Photography 3:06 - Stabilization Test 3:55 - Photographing Portraits 4:38 - Photographing the Sunset and Moon 5:51 - Final Thoughts Which of
0 Plays ·Posted 09/14/2023
How central is your personal drive and unique creative vision to the pictures you make? If these characteristics strike a chord or are traits to which you aspire, then you won’t want to miss our inspiring chats with photographers Ashok Sinha and Anabel DFlux. We caught up with both of these accomplished creatives earlier this year at B&H’s 2023 Depth of Field Conference. Above photograph © Ashok Sinha We begin with architectural
0 Views ·Posted 09/14/2023
Didn't get a chance to attend our Bild Expo 2023? No problem! Nick Brigadier takes you on a tour of the show floor for a look at the latest gear—some of which was announced the day of Bild. 0:00 - Introduction 0:40 - Cooke Lenses 1:06 - GoPro HERO12 Black 2:05 - Leica 2:47 - Sony a7C II & a7CR 3:42 - Angenieux 4:38 - DJI Osmo Action 4 5:30 - Hasselblad XCD 4/28P 5:53 - RØDE Wireless GO II 7:01 - Zoom R4 MultiTrak Recorder 7:47 - SmallRig 9:10 - DZOFIlm 10:02 - Tamron 10:58 - Nanlite 11:40 - Nanuk 12:33 - Thank You for Watching! In
0 Views ·Posted 09/12/2023
Panasonic has announced a trio of updates to its celebrated Micro Four Thirds system with its latest offerings, the LUMIX G9 II mirrorless camera, the Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 35-100mm f/2.8 and Leica DG Vario-Elmar
by Shawn C. Steiner ·Posted 09/12/2023
What a week! The first Bild Expo just wrapped up here in New York City and it was a blast. There were presentations from more than 60 speakers, more than 130 exhibitors in the gear expo, numerous hands-on demos, and a long list of specials. Besides the show, B&H also took this time to celebrate its 50th Anniversary. There's a lot going on here at B&H and, of course, this means there is a great deal of new
by Mary Latvis ·Posted 09/07/2023
Professional drone users can now add a new, ultralight, high-resolution camera to their toolkit―the Sony ILX-LR1. Boasting a 61MP Exmor R CMOS sensor, the full-frame ILX-LR1 is ideal for capturing highly detailed stills and UHD 4K video for a multitude of aerial industrial applications. Sony ILX-LR1
0 Views ·Posted 09/05/2023
In the second episode of Show Me the Ropes, Peter Hurley steps out of his comfort zone and onto a FlyNYON helicopter to learn aerial street photography with the help of Natalie Amrossi (aka Misshattan). 0:00 - In This Video 0:31 - Settings 1:27 - Getting Ready 2:19 - The Flight and Images 3:16 - Who Should We Work with Next? In case you missed it, check out Part 1 of this video series, where Hurley
by Todd Vorenkamp ·Posted 09/15/2023
If your dreams involve capturing stunning images of beautiful, wild animals in nature, there is no getting around it—you need the right gear. Although every camera can capture wildlife, not all cameras are created equally and some certainly have technological advantages that benefit wildlife photography. We have discussed buying considerations for the right lens in this article, and here we will take a deep dive into what to look for in a camera for dedicated wildlife photography. What Makes a Camera Better for Wildlife? For wildlife
0 Views ·Posted 08/29/2023
Sony is back with two exciting additions to its compact full-frame line: the a7CR and a7C II cameras. Both cameras harness the powerful BIONZ XR to massively overhaul photo and video performance. Debuting alongside them is an all-new
0 Views ·Posted 08/19/2023
Yes, you can use wide-angle lenses for portraiture. Follow along as Sony Artisan of Imagery Scott Robert Lim shares his techniques for shooting portraits with wide-angle lenses. 0:00 - Introduction 1:41 - Overview 2:42 - Yin-Yang 16:35 - Creative Wide Shots 6:53 - Composition Tips 36:13 - Summary 38:08 - Q&A 48:14 - Final Thoughts Did you find these tips helpful? Let us know in the Comments section, below. Sponsored by
0 Views ·Posted 08/17/2023
Have you ever dreamed of capturing the Milky Way? Matt reports in from  the mountains of Utah to demonstrate techniques for capturing a time-lapse of the Milky Way galaxy. 0:00 - In this Video 1:12 - Gear 2:10 - Settings 3:20 - Result Ready to start your own time lapse? Share your tips in the Comments section, below.