Photography Industry News

February 22, 2018

Ricoh Announces Pentax K-1 Mark II And Upgrade Service For Pentax K-1
The new PENTAX K series flagship camera is compact, weather-proof and equipped for low-light shooting
By Joy Celine Asto
Ricoh has recently introduced an upgraded flagship model of the PENTAX K series camera line, geared to produce improved image quality and enhanced performance even in challenging shooting conditions. Replacing the PENTAX K-1 35mm full-frame DSLR launched in April 2016, the PENTAX K-1 Mark II is a compact, rugged, and weather-resistant model equipped... Read more
February 20, 2018

Fujifilm’s New X-H1 Is The Highest Performance X Series Camera
Fujifilm's highest performance X Series camera boasts of exceptional video capabilities
By Joy Celine Asto
Fans and long-time users of Fujifilm’s successful X Series cameras now have a new high performing option to consider for both still photography and video projects. The newly launched FUJIFILM X-H1 is especially geared to provide professional video capabilities, being the first in the X Series to feature an in-body image stabilization (IBIS), a... Read more
February 16, 2018

ZEISS Loxia 2.4/25 Is A New Wide Angle Lens For Sony E-Mount
ZEISS gives Sony photographers a new wide angle option for landscape and architectural photography
By Joy Celine Asto
ZEISS has recently expanded its Loxia lenses for Sony Alpha mirrorless cameras with the ZEISS Loxia 2.4/25. The new compact wide-angle lens is geared to be especially useful to landscape and architectural photographers. As the new member of the Loxia lens family, it promises to deliver high resolution and low distortion throughout the image for the... Read more
February 16, 2018

Sigma to Introduce New 14-24mm F2.8 Art Lens At WPPI 2018
Sigma's new wide aperture zoom lens is geared towards wedding and event photographers
By Joy Celine Asto
In time for the WPPI 2018, Sigma has announced the debut of its new 14 – 24mm F2.8 Art Lens during the upcoming conference and expo from February 26 – 28 in Las Vegas. The wide aperture zoom lens is the latest to join the company’s robust line of Sigma Global Vision and Cine lenses. Geared towards wedding and event photographers, the... Read more
February 15, 2018

Adobe Announces Updates for Lightroom Classic CC and Lightroom CC Ecosystem
Adobe promises improved workflow for photographers with key Lightroom updates
By David Schloss
Adobe has recently got the word out on some great updates for the Lightroom Classic CC and Lightroom CC ecosystem. Both Lightroom versions promise improved performance and key features to help photographers optimize their workflow. For Lightroom Classic, Adobe has worked with Intel to introduce optimized CPU and memory usage for improved performance... Read more
February 13, 2018

Panasonic Announces Compact GX9 and ZS200 LUMIX Cameras
Panasonic heats up the high-end compact travel market with new Lumix releases
By David Schloss
Panasonic has proudly announced two new models to its roster of LUMIX cameras, heating up the high-end compact travel camera market. The 20.3-megapixel LUMIX GX9 is a sleek new single lens mirrorless camera geared towards those keen on shooting vibrant, high-quality images in high contrast and true-to-life color. The new L.Monochrome D mode is added... Read more
February 9, 2018

DoPchoice Introduces New Lantern Soft Box In The Snapbag® Line
A versatile new addition to the DoPchoice Snapbag® soft boxes
By Joy Celine Asto
DoPchoice has recently launched the Lantern Snapbag® a new versatile addition to their line of quick setup, self-tightening softboxes. Aimed at photographers who prefer soft lighting, the versatile Lantern can be used with a wide range of LED fixtures as a traditional lantern lighting, China Ball, or a conventional softbox. It also holds the distinction... Read more
February 9, 2018

Hasselblad Brings Its Experience Studios To New York City
New York City is the latest to boast of Hasselblad's brand stores and experience studios
By Joy Celine Asto
Heads up, Hasselblad fans and users! The company has recently announced adding New York City to its expanding number of brand stores and experience studios. As with the branches in Shanghai, Shenzhen and Tokyo, the photography community can connect with Hasselblad directly through this new studio. The space, conveniently situated in Manhattan, offers... Read more
February 9, 2018

Fujifilm And Magnum Photos Collaborate For Photo Project Depicting “Home”
Sixteen Magnum photographers share their visions of "Home"
By Joy Celine Asto
Fujifilm North America Corporation has partnered with Magnum Photos for an international photography project which explores the subject of “HOME.” Sixteen photographers of the esteemed photography agency were invited to create visual stories that portray the theme in their own style and creative vision. The participants were provided with... Read more
February 6, 2018

ARRI Introduces New Large-Format Camera System For 4K Videos
This new large-format system sets the benchmark for video quality
By Joy Celine Asto
With more and more still photographers venturing into video projects, there’s a growing need for camera systems that meet their production requirements. ARRI, a leading designer and manufacturer of camera and lighting systems for film and broadcast industries, has recently launched a new and complete large-format system that promises to provide... Read more
February 6, 2018

Learn The Ropes Of Live Concert Photography With David Bergman
"Shoot from the pit" with David Bergman's concert photography workshops
By Joy Celine Asto
Ever wanted to know what it takes to make great photos of concerts, band tours, and live performances? Now is your chance to learn the ropes from seasoned concert photographer and Canon Explorer of Light David Bergman and his Shoot from the Pit Workshops. With more than 25 years of experience with live concert photography, he certainly brings a lot... Read more
February 2, 2018

SmallHD Introduces New 502 Bright Daylight Viewable 5” Monitor
Compact monitor helps creatives work in the field
Staff
With a great number of still photographers also doing video projects on the side, having a bright and reliable monitor attachment as part of their gear setup has also become paramount. Keeping up with the challenging needs of these creatives, SmallHD has recently launched the 502 Bright Daylight Viewable 5″ Monitor, a more compact version of the... Read more
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