Digital Photography Review Newsletter: Friday, January 20, 2023

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 Friday, January 20, 2023 How are your wallets holding up? It’s been a busy week for new launches, so hopefully the Gear Acquisition Syndrome (GAS) hasn’t hit you too hard. In addition to coverage of the latest news and releases, we’ve also shared our final DPReview TV review of the Sony a7R V, your Readers’ Choice Awards Product of the Year, and a review of Sony’s new 2070mm F4 G lens. Keep reading to see all our coverage from the past week. Gannon --------------------------------------------------------------- [DPReview TV’s Sony a7R V final review]( After spending a few weeks with a production model of Sony’s latest full-frame E-mount camera, Chris and Jordan have shared their final conclusions in a detailed final review. You can also check out their [Sony a7R sample gallery]( for all your pixel-peeping desires. [An interview with Panasonic’s Director of Imaging]( Yosuke Yamane, Vice President of Panasonic’s Entertainment and Communication business and director of its imaging business unit, sat down with DPReview to discuss the company’s new S5 II full-frame camera, as well as his thoughts on Micro Four Thirds camera systems and the need for small cameras. [Apple introduces updated MacBook Pro and Mac Mini models with new M2 chipsets]( In a pre-recorded event, Apple revealed its [new M2 Pro and M2 Max]( chipsets, as well [as the new computers they’ll be packed inside](. Apple’s new Mac Mini has been updated with the M2 and M2 Pro chipset while the new MacBook Pros will be available with either the M2 Pro or M2 Max. Check out our coverage to see all the details of Apple’s new chipsets and computers. [Sony is developing a 300mm F2.8 G Master OSS lens]( While Sony’s new 20–70mm F4 G lens stole the show, the company also announced it’s working to develop a new 300mm F2.8 high-end telephoto lens for its E-mount camera systems. Little is known about the lens, but considering its 400mm and 600mm G Master companions offer impeccable optical performance, it’s probably safe to say this one will, too. [Hands-on with a $600 Instax camera that uses EF-mount lenses]( Last year, NONS Camera unveiled the SL660, a $600 Instax Square camera that uses an EF-style lens mount for capturing instant photographs with interchangeable lenses. We’ve gone hands-on to see how the camera performs and see whether or not its premium build quality is justification for its price. News updates [Film Friday: A hands-on review of the NONS SL660 SLR-style Instax Square camera]( Published Friday, January 20, 2023 5:11:00 PM GMT The NONS SL660 is an Instax Square instant camera with an interchangeable lens design. It's made of CNC-milled aluminum alloy, has an SLR-style viewfinder, and retails for a $600. We've gone hands-on to see what it's like to shoot with. [Fly the same route again and again for creative video with DJI's Waypoints]( Published Friday, January 20, 2023 2:00:00 PM GMT Recently, DJI made Waypoints available for their Mavic 3 series of drones, bringing a formerly high-end feature to the masses. We'll look at what this flight mode is and why you should should use it. [How astrophotographer Bray Falls helped to confirm the discovery of the Andromeda Oxygen Arc and what's next]( Published Thursday, January 19, 2023 7:42:00 PM GMT Astrophotographer Bray Falls was asked to help verify the discovery of the Andromeda Oxygen arc. He describes his process for verification, the equipment he used and where astronomers should point their telescopes next. [Five OM-D cameras get firmware update to support the upcoming M.Zuiko 90mm F3.5 Macro IS Pro lens]( Published Thursday, January 19, 2023 6:53:00 PM GMT OM Digital Solutions has released firmware updates for the following cameras to add compatibility support for its new M.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm F3.5 Macro IS PRO lens: OM-D E-M1 Mark II, E-M1 Mark III, E-M5 Mark III, E-M1X, and OM-5. [Panasonic's director of imaging talks S5 II, Micro Four Thirds and the need for small cameras]( Published Thursday, January 19, 2023 4:39:00 PM GMT Micro Four Thirds has 'size benefits, and a shooting experience that can’t be matched by a smartphone,' says the director of Panasonic's camera business, as we talked about the system's future, the role of video, the adoption of phase detection and the role his dog played in the development of the S5 II. [Finer Points: Auto focus boxes need an upgrade, give me a rainbow in this monotone world]( Published Thursday, January 19, 2023 3:00:00 PM GMT Today's modern cameras are armed with sophisticated autofocusing systems. They can focus anywhere in the frame, track multiple subjects, and switch on the fly. But what good are these advanced tools if you can't see where the camera is even focusing? It's time for the autofocus box to upgrade from its single-color status. [Topaz Photo AI review: Numerous ML-powered tools all in one app]( Published Wednesday, January 18, 2023 4:00:00 PM GMT Topaz Labs' flagship app uses AI algorithms to make some complex image corrections really, really easy. But is there enough here to justify its rather steep price? [Hands on with the Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 II]( Published Wednesday, January 18, 2023 3:30:00 PM GMT The Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 II is a powerful mid-range full-frame stills and video mirrorless camera that introduces on-sensor phase detection, 6K 'open gate' video, LUTs for still mode and more. We put the camera through its paces during a hands-on trial run in the real world. [Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G Sample Gallery]( Published Wednesday, January 18, 2023 3:00:00 PM GMT The new FE Sony 20-70mm F4 G has an extremely versatile zoom range, but how do the pictures look? Check out these full resolution 60 megapixel captures! [Sony is developing a 300mm F2.8 G Master OSS lens, set for an ‘early 2024’ launch]( Published Wednesday, January 18, 2023 2:59:00 PM GMT Sony has confirmed it’s developing a high-end 300mm F2.8 telephoto lens for its E-mount camera systems. The lens will be a part of the company’s high-end G Master lens lineup. [Apple announces updated MacBook Pro and Mac Mini models with new high-end M2 chipsets]( Published Tuesday, January 17, 2023 4:24:00 PM GMT Apple's new high-end M2 Pro and M2 Max chipsets are here and being debuted in the company's 14” and 16” MacBook Pro models. Meanwhile, its Mac Mini is now available with the company's M2 and M2 Pro chipsets. [Apple announces M2 Pro and M2 Max chipsets, promising more processing power and improved power efficiency]( Published Tuesday, January 17, 2023 4:23:00 PM GMT Apple's new M2 Pro and M2 Max chipsets highlight the company's next-generation high-end silicon for its new MacBook Pro and Mac Mini computers. [DPReview TV: Sony 20-70mm F4 G Review]( Published Tuesday, January 17, 2023 3:00:00 PM GMT Ultra-wide to short telephoto?! The Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G has a very useful focal range, so we took it to the mountains to see how it performs. [Sony announces FE 20-70mm F4 G standard + ultrawide zoom lens]( Published Tuesday, January 17, 2023 3:00:00 PM GMT Sony has announced the FE 20-70mm F4 G, a standard zoom that extends out to the ultra-wide region while maintaining its reach at the long end. [DPReview Readers' Choice Awards 2022: Product of the Year]( Published Monday, January 16, 2023 2:00:00 PM GMT After two rounds of voting, DPReview readers have decided on their favorite product (and runners-up) of 2022. Find out which cameras and lenses topped the list! [Sony a7R V sample gallery (DPReview TV)]( Published Sunday, January 15, 2023 3:00:00 PM GMT Check out some of our Sony a7R V test shots, captured while producing our final review. [DPReview TV: Sony a7R V final review]( Published Saturday, January 14, 2023 3:00:00 PM GMT After weeks with a production Sony a7R V, Chris and Jordan present their final conclusions. 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