Digital Photography Review Newsletter: Thursday, November 14, 2019

The Digital Photography Review Newsletter for Thursday, November 14, 2019 [DPReview: Digital Photography Review]( [DPReview on Facebook]( [DPReview on Twitter]( [DPReview on Google Plus]( The Digital Photography Review Newsletter The most popular weekly photography newsletter, with over 400,000 subscribers Thursday, November 14, 2019 Welcome to the 785th DPReview Newsletter We're racing towards the end of the year, which means tying up all those pesky loose ends, preparing some ho-ho-holiday seasonal content, and updating our range of buying guides. Keep an eye on our homepage for all this and (much) more but in the meantime, you'll find links to our most recent content below. --------------------------------------------------------------- Fujifilm X-Pro3 review: living in the moment, not a screen in sight The Fujifilm X-Pro3's new viewfinder, new screen and titanium construction all make for an appealing camera, for a very particular kind of photographer. [Read our full review of the Fujifilm X-Pro3]( Nikon Z50 vs Canon EOS M6 Mark II: midrange mirrorless comparison Nikon and Canon have both launched a new APS-C mirrorless camera each, and now that we've had a chance to use both of them, here's how we think they compare against each other. [Read more about how the Nikon Z50 and Canon EOS M6 II compare]( EOS-1D X III interview: We speak to the 'father of the EOS-1' It's not every day you get to speak to the man who's had a hand in the design of every professional Canon SLR since the T90. [Read the full interview]( The Sigma fp is shaping up to be an impressive camera for video pros The Sigma fp has clearly been designed with filmmakers in mind, and after using one for a few days, we suspect that they'll love it. [Read more about the Sigma fp]( News updates [Photographer David Burnett with his large-format, wooden camera was the real hero of today's impeachment hearings]( Published Wednesday, November 13, 2019 10:23:00 PM GMT Today saw the opening of the public phase of impeachment hearings against President Donald Trump. But even before the questions had started, something else caught our eye. [Fujifilm announces upcoming firmware updates for X-T3, X-T30 and other models]( Published Wednesday, November 13, 2019 7:02:00 PM GMT The first of the two updates will add 'controls for video recording from Gimbal / Drone via USB communications,' according to Fujifilm. [You will soon be able to import into Lightroom on iOS directly from external storage]( Published Wednesday, November 13, 2019 6:12:00 PM GMT Adobe has posted a video showing a new feature in a forthcoming update to Lightroom for iOS that makes it possible to import photos directly from external storage, such as SD cards and SSDs. [Fujifilm confirms release date for Neopan 100 ACROS II emulsion for 35mm, 120 formats]( Published Wednesday, November 13, 2019 4:04:00 PM GMT The new film stock will be available starting November 22, 2019 in both 35mm and 120 formats. [Apple's new 16-inch MacBook Pro offers options for 8-core processor, 64GB of RAM, 8TB of storage and more]( Published Wednesday, November 13, 2019 3:03:00 PM GMT The 16-inch MacBook Pro replaces the previous 15-inch version and can be configured with up to an 8-core Intel i9 processor, maxes out at 64GB of RAM and can be ordered with up to 8TB of internal SSD storage. [The Pixel 4 can't beat a compact camera, but that doesn't matter]( Published Wednesday, November 13, 2019 2:00:00 PM GMT With its newly improved Super Resolution Zoom, the Pixel 4 makes a case for itself as a replacement for a compact camera with a 4-6x zoom range. And for the most part it succeeds – compacts still have their advantages, but they're pretty much history for most users. [DPReview TV: Did Panasonic just turn the G9 into a GH5?]( Published Wednesday, November 13, 2019 2:00:00 PM GMT Last week Panasonic announced a major firmware update for the G9, adding video features once exclusive to the GH5 series. Does Chris love the autofocus? Can Jordan replace his beloved GH5s? Tune in to find out. [Gifts for the smartphone photographer 2019]( Published Wednesday, November 13, 2019 1:00:00 PM GMT We've rounded up a few accessories and gadgets that will help the smartphone photographer in your life open up new creative possibilities and get the most out of their device. [Apple loses patent lawsuit, will have to pay RED royalties for ProRes RAW format]( Published Tuesday, November 12, 2019 11:50:00 PM GMT RED maintains its hold on the compression of Raw video after the latest challenge, by Apple this time, fails to get support from the courts. [PolarPro introduces ultra-lightweight filter systems with active creators in mind]( Published Tuesday, November 12, 2019 8:47:00 PM GMT The two new kits from PolarPro include a mattebox for PolarPro filters, as well as a dedicated landscape filter kit. [Volta packs an 8,000mAh power bank into the handle of a camera rig]( Published Tuesday, November 12, 2019 7:10:00 PM GMT Volta might not be conventional or the most aesthetically appealing device, but it’s hard to argue with an extra 8,000mAh battery power on the go. [Fujifilm X-Pro3 review: living in the moment, not a screen in sight]( Published Tuesday, November 12, 2019 2:45:00 PM GMT The Fujifilm X-Pro3's new viewfinder, new screen and titanium construction all make for an appealing camera, but perhaps only for a certain type of photographer. [Plugable's new 1TB, 2TB Thunderbolt 3 NVMe SSDs offer read speeds up to 2800MB/s]( Published Tuesday, November 12, 2019 2:26:00 PM GMT Our tests using Blackmagic Design's Disk Speed Test program confirmed the 1TB version of the Plugable NVMe SSD can reach sustained write speeds of 1915MB per second and sustained read speeds of 2331MB per second. [Hands-on: The Sigma fp is shaping up to be an impressive camera for video pros]( Published Tuesday, November 12, 2019 2:00:00 PM GMT The Sigma fp has clearly been designed with filmmakers in mind, and after using one for a few days, we suspect that they'll love it. [The best cameras for portraits in 2019]( Published Tuesday, November 12, 2019 1:00:00 PM GMT Whether you make a living out of taking professional portraits, or are the weekend warrior who knows their way around flashes and reflectors, you'll want a camera with high resolution, exceptional autofocus and a good selection of portrait prime lenses. Click through to see our picks. [Kodak's film business saw a revenue increase of 21% last quarter, but overall profit is down]( Published Tuesday, November 12, 2019 12:13:00 AM GMT Kodak film is making progress, in revenue figures at least, while the rest of the company posts a loss for the last quarter. [AMD teases huge Adobe performance boost with new 3rd-gen Ryzen 'Threadripper' CPUs]( Published Monday, November 11, 2019 9:18:00 PM GMT The 3rd-gen lineup includes the 24-core 3960X and 32-core 3970x CPUs made with a 7nm 'Zen 2' core architecture, 140/144MB cache and up 88 PCIe 4.0 lanes. AMD says the new CPUs will offer a 47% performance boost in Adobe Premiere. [Canon reveals its first two 8K broadcast lenses, the UHD-DIGISUPER 51 and 7x10.7 KAS S]( Published Monday, November 11, 2019 6:13:00 PM GMT The two lenses are the first designed specifically for 8K-capable broadcast cameras from Canon, which it claims are becoming more popular in documentary production and sports coverage. [Voigtlander's 75mm F1.5 Vintage Line Nokton lens is now available for $999]( Published Monday, November 11, 2019 4:29:00 PM GMT The lens was teased earlier this year and effectively replaces the 75mm F1.8 Heliar Classic lens Voigtlander previously offered. [Canon EOS-1D X III interview: We speak to the 'father of the EOS-1']( Published Monday, November 11, 2019 2:00:00 PM GMT It's not every day you get to speak to the man who's had a hand in the design of every professional Canon SLR since the T90. [The best cameras for family and friends photos in 2019]( Published Monday, November 11, 2019 1:00:00 PM GMT Family moments are precious and sometimes you want to capture that time spent with friends or loved-ones in better quality than your phone can manage. We've selected a group of cameras that are easy to keep with you, and that can adapt to take photos wherever and whenever something memorable happens. [Nikon Z50 vs Canon EOS M6 Mark II: midrange mirrorless comparison]( Published Sunday, November 10, 2019 2:00:00 PM GMT Nikon and Canon have both launched a new APS-C mirrorless camera each, and now that we've had a chance to use both of them, here's how we think they compare against each other. [What is it like to come back to a DSLR after shooting mirrorless?]( Published Sunday, November 10, 2019 1:00:00 PM GMT When her work began to include more and more video, pro photographer Suzi Pratt gradually drifted from her DSLRs to mirrorless hybrid cameras. So what's it like switching back to a DSLR for a vacation? [Instagram CEO says it will start testing hidden 'likes' in the US starting this week]( Published Saturday, November 9, 2019 7:26:00 PM GMT The confirmation comes from Instagram's CEO Adam Mosseri from an interview earlier this week. [Review: The DJI Mavic Mini is the tiny drone you want in your Xmas stocking]( Published Saturday, November 9, 2019 3:00:00 PM GMT Weighing in at just 249g, the Mavic Mini fits in the palm of your hand. You give up a few features in exchange for that tiny size, but we still found it to be a solid performer. [DPReview TV: Hands-on with anamorphic lenses]( Published Saturday, November 9, 2019 8:00:00 AM GMT Jordan reviews the Vazen 40mm T2, the first anamorphic lens designed for Micro Four Thirds cameras. In the process, he gives us a great primer on using anamorphic optics for both video and stills. [Wikiview photo browser makes it easy to search through Wikimedia Commons images]( Published Friday, November 8, 2019 7:29:00 PM GMT Wikiview makes it easy to search through the vast archive of Wikimedia Commons images in a fun and unique way. [Adobe is testing a live-streaming feature for its Creative Cloud apps]( Published Friday, November 8, 2019 5:58:00 PM GMT It appears Adobe is interested in expanding the possibilities of live-streaming with direct integration into its collection of Creative Cloud apps. [Zeiss announces Radiance Prime lenses with controlled flare effects for cinematographers]( Published Friday, November 8, 2019 4:15:00 PM GMT Flares are back in fashion according to Zeiss, as it launches collection of seven prime movie lenses with new T*Blue coating for controlled flare but no loss of contrast [Sony teases its next-generation Quad-Bayer smartphone sensor]( Published Friday, November 8, 2019 3:29:00 PM GMT According to rumors, the new sensor should provide a resolution between 60 and 64MP. [Updated: Sony a6600 sample gallery]( Published Friday, November 8, 2019 2:00:00 PM GMT The Sony a6600 made its debut in late August, and in the months since then we've been testing it out in a wide range of situations. Our initial sample image gallery has been updated with images from our latest testing. [Adobe's #ProjectAboutFace can detect when portraits are altered and undo the edits]( Published Thursday, November 7, 2019 9:10:00 PM GMT One of Adobe's 'Sneaks' it showcased at Adobe MAX is #ProjectAboutFace, a prototype tool that uses AI to detect when edits have been made to a face with Photoshop's Face-Aware Liquify tool and undo the changes. [The Kandao QooCam 8K is an affordable pocket-sized 8K 360-degree camera]( Published Thursday, November 7, 2019 7:37:00 PM GMT The camera features a built-in 2.4-inch touchscreen, 1/1.7" image sensors and multi-frame stacking. [Xiaomi patent hints at future smartphone with pop-up selfie camera and 8K recording]( Published Thursday, November 7, 2019 7:23:00 PM GMT Xiaomi just released the Mi Note 10, but a new patent and code inside a beta software update hint that there could be an 8K-capable Xiaomi phone in the near future. [Getty Images is phasing out rights-managed 'creative images' in favor of royalty free content]( Published Thursday, November 7, 2019 5:19:00 PM GMT Getty has announced it's phasing out rights-managed licensing for creative images in favor of royalty-free licensing due to 'the changing needs of our [image buyers].' [Drone registration and pilot testing will be mandatory in the UK]( Published Thursday, November 7, 2019 3:47:00 PM GMT By November 30th, the United Kingdom will require all drone operators to pass a pilot test and register their drone with the Civil Aviation Authority. [Sigma fp gallery: photos from the world's smallest full-frame camera]( Published Thursday, November 7, 2019 3:00:00 PM GMT Take a look at our first sample shots from Sigma's surprisingly small full-framer. [Leica SL2 pre-production sample gallery (DPReview TV)]( Published Thursday, November 7, 2019 2:00:00 PM GMT Leica invited our team from DPReview TV to Germany to test drive the new Leica SL2 – and test drive they did. Check out these samples captured with a pre-production SL2 body. You received this email because you subscribed to the Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com) weekly newsletter. To unsubscribe, [click here](. Alternatively, log into dpreview and visit your user profile settings ([( uncheck the Newsletter Subscription checkbox, then click on Save changes. © 2019 [dpreview.com]( Digital Photography Review, all rights reserved. DPReview, 428 Westlake Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109, USA