Digital Photography Review Newsletter: Thursday, November 18, 2021

The Digital Photography Review Newsletter [DPReview: Digital Photography Review]( [DPReview on Facebook]( [DPReview on Twitter]( The Digital Photography Review Newsletter The most popular weekly photography newsletter, with over 400,000 subscribers Thursday, November 18, 2021 Welcome to the DPReview newsletter. This week we've been outside as much as possible, braving wild weather in the USA and Canada to shoot samples and get hands-on time with some new lenses, including the Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 VXD and the Nikon Z 40mm F2. You'll find links to our coverage of both, below. I also spent some time gathering my thoughts about traveling with the Ricoh GR IIIx, after a long overdue family reunion trip back to the UK last month. Speaking of travel, Erez Marom has been sharing his thoughts about originality, in the context of shooting in some of the world's most-photographed places. Thanks for reading! Barney --------------------------------------------------------------- Family reunion: Shooting with the Ricoh GR IIIx on a trip home to England The Ricoh GR IIIx is so similar to the original GR III that it can be hard to tell them apart. But how much difference does the longer 40mm equivalent lens of the 'X' version make to the shooting experience? Senior Editor Barnaby Britton took the GR IIIx back to the UK recently, for a family reunion. [Read more]( Erez Marom: On Originality in Landscape Photography In this article, landscape photographer Erez Marom explains how he thinks about the concept of originality in landscape photography, and how the creation of unique images is still possible, even in over-shot locations. [Read Erez Marom's latest article]( Nikon Z 40mm F2 sample gallery Nikon's compact, fast-aperture 40mm F2 lens for its Z-mount cameras has just landed, and ties the Z 28mm F2.8 as one of Nikon's least-expensive options in the lineup. We've gotten straight to shooting with it around Seattle to see what it can do. [Check out our samples from the Nikon Z 40mm F2]( TV: Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 VXD review The Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 may seem like an odd focal range at first, but Chris argues that it hits the sweet spot for many people like wedding photographers, portrait shooters, and even for travel. It's also fast. Watch his full review to find out what he thinks of it. [Watch the latest episode of DPRTV]( News updates [Video: An incredible microscopic look at plankton in motion shows the beauty of the oft-ignored organism]( Published Thursday, November 18, 2021 7:05:00 PM GMT Filmmaker and photographer Jan van Ijken has turned his microscope toward plankton for a new short film. Planktonium shows plankton in a way they are very rarely seen. [Canon's Car AF mode is coming to the EOS R5 and R6 on December 2nd via firmware update]( Published Thursday, November 18, 2021 4:32:00 PM GMT Canon Japan has announced it will be releasing new firmware updates for its EOS R5, EOS R6 and EOS-1D X Mark III mirrorless cameras on December 2, 2021, bringing its Car AF mode and to its two mirrorless cameras. [TTartisan announces compact 23mm F1.4 wide-angle prime for APS-C camera systems]( Published Thursday, November 18, 2021 3:11:00 PM GMT The 23mm F1.4 wide-angle prime will offer a 35mm equivalent focal length and be available for Canon EOS M, Fujifilm X, Micro Four Thirds and Sony E mount camera systems. [Laptop review: Dell XPS 17 9710 - Good performance, excellent design]( Published Thursday, November 18, 2021 3:00:00 PM GMT The new Dell XPS 17 (9710) is a solid laptop with a sleek design language, great build quality, and a color-accurate 17-inch display. But we're not sure Dell has done enough to differentiate it from its little brother, the XPS 15. [This $20 USB-powered lens wrap keeps your lenses from fogging up in the cold]( Published Thursday, November 18, 2021 2:27:00 PM GMT Have you ever gone out for a shoot in cold weather, only to have condensation built up on you as you're attempting to capture the beautiful scene in front of you? If so, this clever little product from Haida might make your day. [OM System 20mm F1.4 Pro sample gallery]( Published Thursday, November 18, 2021 2:00:00 PM GMT The M.Zuiko Digital 20mm F1.4 Pro is the first new lens from OM System (replacing the legacy 'Olympus' brand name), and we've put together a gallery of images from around Seattle so you can get an idea of what this fast, well-built prime is capable of. [Nikon releases non-'SE' Nikkor Z 28mm F2.8]( Published Thursday, November 18, 2021 4:01:00 AM GMT Nikon has officially released the Nikkor Z 28mm F2.8 - the non 'SE' version of a lens that we've been fans of for a while. The only differences between this version and the previously released 'SE' variant are cosmetic. Click through for more details. [Apple Self Service Repair program: Customers can fix their own Apple products with genuine parts & tools]( Published Wednesday, November 17, 2021 11:33:00 PM GMT Apple has announced a new Self Service Repair program. The program will provide access to genuine parts, tools and manuals for knowledgeable customers to perform their own repairs on select Apple products. [FeiyuTech releases the Scorp and Scorp Pro, new flagship 3-axis gimbals for DSLR and mirrorless cameras]( Published Wednesday, November 17, 2021 10:27:00 PM GMT FeiyuTech introduces a pair of pair of new fully-featured gimbals in its new Scorp series. Both come with rear grip handles for easier operation and new touch screen controls [Fujifilm's new Instax Mini Evo Hybrid is an instant camera with 10 integrated lenses and 10 film effects]( Published Wednesday, November 17, 2021 5:31:00 PM GMT Fujifilm has announced a new instant camera, the Instax Mini Evo Hybrid. It combines digital camera capabilities with Instax analog film printing. The camera includes 10 integrated lenses and 10 film effect options. [DPReview TV: Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 VXD review]( Published Wednesday, November 17, 2021 3:00:00 PM GMT The Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 may seem like an odd focal range at first, but Chris argues that it hits the sweet spot for many people like wedding photographers, portrait shooters, and even for travel. It's also fast. Watch his full review to find out what he thinks of it. [Sony is now the official imaging products provider for Gannett's 250 national and local outlets, including USA Today]( Published Wednesday, November 17, 2021 3:00:00 PM GMT Gannett, which owns hundreds of national and local news publications in the US, including USA Today, has announced a partnership with Sony to provide its photo and video journalists with Sony camera equipment. [Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 VXD sample gallery (DPReview TV)]( Published Wednesday, November 17, 2021 3:00:00 PM GMT In his hands-on review for DPReview TV, Chris Niccolls found the Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 to be optically excellent, but not flawless. Check out his gallery of sample images from this lens to see if you agree with his conclusions. [Video: 4K timelapse made using 78,846 NASA images shows one month of the Sun]( Published Tuesday, November 16, 2021 9:57:00 PM GMT Filmmaker Seán Doran rescaled and remastered nearly 80,000 images captured by NASA's Solar Dynamic Observatory to create an incredible 4K timelapse of one month of the Sun's activity. [3D-printed adapter & 4x microscope objective offers impressive macro photos for $25]( Published Tuesday, November 16, 2021 7:09:00 PM GMT Photographer and creator Nicholas Sherlock has designed a 3D-printed adapter that allows you to attach a 4x microscope objective to a Sony E or Canon EF camera. The total cost of the project is under $25. [TTartisan unveils compact, lightweight 28mm F5.6 prime for Leica M mount cameras]( Published Tuesday, November 16, 2021 6:27:00 PM GMT The new TTartisan 28mm F5.6 manual prime lens for Leica M mount cameras weighs just 151g and measures only 19mm (.7") long. [Nifty...forty? Nikon Z 40mm F2 sample gallery]( Published Tuesday, November 16, 2021 2:00:00 PM GMT Nikon's compact, fast-aperture 40mm F2 lens for its Z-mount cameras has just landed, and ties the Z 28mm F2.8 as one of Nikon's least-expensive options in the lineup. We've gotten straight to shooting with it around Seattle to see what it can do. [Lensrentals announces purchase programs for used photo & video equipment]( Published Monday, November 15, 2021 4:51:00 PM GMT Love a camera or lens you're renting from Lensrentals? Now you can purchase it directly and keep it forever. Lensrentals has announced the Keeper and Keeper Test Drive programs, allowing customers to purchase refurbished, graded pre-owned gear directly from Lensrentals. [DJI's Mavic 3 drones won't get Hyperlapse, Panorama, ActiveTrack 5.0 and more until January 2022]( Published Monday, November 15, 2021 4:30:00 PM GMT Right before the Holiday season, DJI has released its long-awaited Mavic 3 drone. What you need to know is that some key features – including Hyperlapse, Panorama, MasterShots, and ActiveTrack 5.0 – won't be available until January 2022. [Sony announces new Venice 2 cinema camera: 8.6K internal Raw, 16 stops of dynamic range, interchangeable sensors and more]( Published Monday, November 15, 2021 3:51:00 PM GMT The Venice 2 takes over the original Venice as Sony's flagship cinema camera. It's available with two different sensor options and is capable of recording internal Raw. [Cosina announces updated 'Vintage Line' Voigtlander 21mm F3.5 lens, set for December release]( Published Monday, November 15, 2021 2:43:00 PM GMT The lens is an updated version of the Color-Skopar Vintage Line 21mm F3.5 Aspherical Type I lens, which features a redesigned focus ring, improved optics and more. [Hands-on with the new Panasonic Lumix S 35mm F1.8]( Published Monday, November 15, 2021 2:00:00 PM GMT The Panasonic Lumix S 35mm F1.8 is the fourth in a series of ergonomically-similar full-frame F1.8 primes for L mount. This full-frame prime lens is intended for both photographers and videographers, and we've had our hands on one. Click through for more details. [Erez Marom: On Originality in Landscape Photography]( Published Sunday, November 14, 2021 3:00:00 PM GMT In this article, landscape photographer Erez Marom explains how he thinks about the concept of originality in landscape photography, and how the creation of unique images is still possible, even in over-shot locations. [DPReview TV: The DJI Ronin 4D may be the most innovative video product in a decade]( Published Saturday, November 13, 2021 3:00:00 PM GMT The DJI Ronin 4D is a 4-axis gimbal with an integrated full-frame cinema camera. Despite some quirks, DPReview TV's Jordan Drake thinks it's one of the most innovative video products in years. Watch his review to find out why. [Slideshow: Winners and runners up for the 2021 Natural Landscape Photography Awards]( Published Friday, November 12, 2021 6:24:00 PM GMT Recently the winners and runners up were announced for the 2021 Natural Landscape Photography Awards. [ACD System’s Photo Studio for Mac 8 adds M1 compatibility, better tools and more]( Published Friday, November 12, 2021 6:19:00 PM GMT ACD Systems has announced Photo Studio for Mac 8. The new version of the digital asset management tool promises improved performance and includes a new UI, new editing tools and improved workflow options. [Nikon partners with Nissin, Profoto for future collaboration on speedlights, studio lighting gear]( Published Friday, November 12, 2021 4:23:00 PM GMT Nikon doesn't specifically mention any future products, but does state the collaboration with Nissin and Profoto will 'increase reliable options for Nikon camera users, expanding possibilities for imaging expression' [Film Friday: A 20-year review of the Lomo LC-A, the camera that started the Lomography revolution]( Published Friday, November 12, 2021 3:00:00 PM GMT Despite being a copy of a model from a far more popular manufacturer at its time of release, the Lomo LC-A has become an iconic camera in film photography culture and was the catalyst for the experimental 'Lomography' movement. You received this email because you subscribed to the Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com) weekly newsletter. To unsubscribe, [click here](. 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