The Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN | Contemporary is already available in a Sony E-mount version, where it makes a portable and affordable constant aperture standard zoom for Sony’s APS-C cameras. Well now Sigma has launched an X-mount version of this lens, which could be a great option for Fujifilm owners who want to step up to a constant aperture f/2.8 pro-spec lens without the weight and expense of the Fujifilm XF16-55mm.
The Zhiyun Smooth 5S smartphone gimbal has a really basic problem
My problem with the Smooth 5S is simple. To balance the phone, you push the phone’s right edge right up against the tilt motor – and this blocks the phone’s mic input. WTF?
Why is Fujifilm torturing us? Do I want the X-H2 or the X-T5? It’s impossible!
Obviously it’s not impossible, but it is quite a difficult choice. Both cameras have Fujifilm’s new 40MP sensor, both cameras have similar technologies and both cameras even cost a similar amount of money.
What I think of the OM System OM-5 and whether we all need a reality check
I’ve just written an OM System OM-5 review on TechRadar, and it made me think a lot about how much change we expect, how much change we need and what we actually value in a camera. Well, what I actually value in a camera, at least.
Sony A7R V review
Verdict: 4.2 stars On paper, the Sony A7R V is just brilliant. Is there anything this camera can’t do? From 8K video, to nex-gen AI subject recognition to 10fps with a massive buffer to that class-leading 61MP sensor. But are some issues, for me. The first is that this is a high-res camera spearing off into different almost unrelated territories. The second is that Sony’s lazy physical design is unappealing and doesn’t play to this camera’s strengths. Yes, lazy.
Ulanzi & Coman Zero F38 Travel Tripod review
Verdict: 4 stars The Ulanzi F38 is a decent little travel tripod. It feels well made, it folds down small and stands tall when you need it to. The inverted ball head is clever because it has a separate pan axis on top that you can level properly.
Joby Swing Complete Kit review
Verdict: 3.5 stars The Joby Swing is a clever little smartphone slider with very definite limitations. It brings smooth movie-style camera movements to your phone that can be controlled quickly and simply with a few taps on the app. But its tracking movement is modest and it has a pretty plasticky feel. The supplied Joby GorillaPod 3K tripod in the Complete Kit does not have the spread or the rigidity to handle the Swing at full extension. The Regular or Phone Mount kits are better buys.
Nya-Evo Fjord 60-C ECONYL backpack review
Verdict: 4.8 stars The Nya-Evo Fjord 60-C ECONYL is a big, robust and weatherproof backpack that’s extremely versatile and comfortable even with heavy loads. Its swappable RCI inserts make packing a breeze and it’s ideal for longer hikes and expeditions. It’s not cheap, but you get what you pay for.
Datacolor Spyder Checkr Photo review
Verdict: 4 stars The Spyder Checkr Photo is really only useful for Lightroom Classic, Adobe Camera Raw and Hasselblad Phocus software users, but it does provide useful and precise color corrections within those programs. It works outside of a regular color management workflow, but this helps make it easy to understand and use.
DJI Osmo Action 3 launched on the same day as the GoPro Hero11 Black
The GoPro brand may be synonymous with action cameras, but there are plenty of other makers getting in on the act, including rival DJI, which has launched an update to its own action cam offering, the DJI Osmo Action 3.