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No, the Sony a7R VI Doesn’t Make the a1 II Obsolete

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As soon as I learned about the exciting and excellent new Sony a7R VI and got my hands on it a few weeks ago, I knew exactly what people would be asking once they learned about the camera's new, faster stacked sensor and 30 FPS burst shooting rates. Why would any photographer choose the Sony a1 II over the a7R VI? And I was right. I heard this question at least a dozen times at Sony's a7R VI event in New York City without any prompting whatsoever. [ Read More ] from PetaPixel

How Shutter Speed Affects Your Photos

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Have you ever thought closely about how much or little your photos change with just one stop of shutter speed? Here's what happens to the same scene shot from 1/3200 to 60 seconds. [ Read More ] from PetaPixel

The Chinese Lens Boom Continues With a Flood of New Releases

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Chinese lens makers are arriving at the 2026 trade show season with an unusually aggressive wave of new autofocus optics, compact primes, and experimental designs aimed at everything from cinema production to casual street photography. [ Read More ] from PetaPixel

This Week Has Been Insane | The PetaPixel Podcast

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This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, we're coming to you with a bonus episode... from the past! We recorded this before heading off to the four corners of the planet, but not before Chris and Jordan had hands-on time with the latest gear from Sony and Canon. [ Read More ] from PetaPixel

DIY Project Turns a Panasonic GF3 and Soviet Fed 5 Into a Digital Rangefinder

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Photographer and creator Mr. 50mm designed a DIY digital rangefinder, which only requires about $200-$250 worth of parts. [ Read More ] from PetaPixel

Hot New Camera and Lens Releases and the Best Deals on Tripods

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New camera announcements continue to arrive at a rapid pace, and this week’s lineup brings together several of the most talked-about new releases alongside deep discounts on premium tripods to support them. Whether you are planning to preorder a new body, upgrade your lens lineup, or finally replace an aging support system, there are some unusually strong deals available right now. [ Read More ] from PetaPixel

Nikon Stock Skyrockets Amid Rumors of a Sale

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Nikon lost a lot of money last fiscal year. In fact, Nikon lost a record-breaking amount of money, a whopping 86 billion yen, or more than $542 million at current exchange rates. Nikon's largest shareholder, EssilorLuxottica, is reportedly weighing a major acquisition of the company, sending its stock soaring. [ Read More ] from PetaPixel