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New microSDXC™ Express Cards Are Crazy Fast

With the announcement of the new Nintendo Switch 2, Lexar has come out ahead of the game with new microSDXC Express memory cards. These new cards are available in sizes up to 1TB and feature read speeds of up to 900MB/s and write speeds of up to 600MB/s. The Nintendo Switch 2 will have a 256GB internal memory at…
Kipon M-M 2X Optical Extender Review

Leica enthusiasts have something new to celebrate—Kipon has introduced its latest innovation, the M-M 2x Extender. Designed specifically for the Leica M mount camera and lens system, this accessory is a big help for photographers seeking extended reach. This expander uses 7 elements in 4 groups and is priced at $900 USD. For a full…
Don’t Underestimate This Camera – Canon Powershot V1

The budget-friendly compact camera market is a fascinating space, as it’s where brands often prioritize cost-cutting, sometimes at the expense of a smooth user experience. This pattern keeps popping up with compact APS-C and Micro Four Thirds cameras aimed at content creators—too often, they skimp on essentials like stabilization, headphone or mic jacks, or, worst…
Fujifilm GFX100RF – Did Fujifilm Get It Wrong?

Something we’ve all been asking for for a long time is a Fujifilm X100-type camera, but full-frame or better. It’s easy money just sitting there, yet all the camera companies refuse to take this easy money. Finally, Fujifilm has put together the “something better” option: the Fujifilm GFX100RF. However, the specs are a bit confusing…
Fujifilm GFX100RF vs Leica Q3 – A Detailed Comparison

With the latest Fujifilm GFX100RF, photographers now have a few large-sensor compact cameras. However, because of the GFX100RF’s high price, many photographers are now considering the Leica Q3. The Leica Q3 and the GFX100RF are set up completely differently and are unique in their own right, so this guide compares the two based on specs.…
TTArtisan AF 27mm f2.8 Review & Sample Photos

Quick verdict: The TTArtisan AF 27mm f2.8 is a tiny 88 g autofocus pancake that costs less than half as much as Fujifilm’s XF 27mm f2.8. It’s more consistent across the frame than the Fujifilm, though not as sharp in the center, and it lacks some of the Fujifilm’s contrast, color punch, weather sealing and…
TTArtisan AF 23mm f1.8 Lens Review & Sample Photos

Quick verdict: The TTArtisan AF 23mm f1.8 is a light, all-metal, affordable autofocus lens with a classic rendering, great flare and CA control and a nice balance of character and image quality. Vignetting is always there until about f4, and edges get soft and stretched up close. It’s priced well enough to fill the gap…
Best SD Cards for the Retroid Pocket 5 – 43 MicroSD Cards Tested

The Retroid Pocket 5 reads microSD cards at 72–90 MB/s, about twice as fast as the Retroid Pocket 4 Pro, so random read speed is what separates cards. I tested 43 cards in the RP5; the Samsung PRO Plus is the one to buy.
Nikon 50mm f1.4 + Tiffen Pro-Mist 1/4 Filter Samples

I’ve been shooting a bit on the Nikon 50mm f1.4 lately and trying to figure out where this lens fits in my kit, and I have finally formulated my opinions on it. At first, I wasn’t in love with it like I was with the Nikon 35mm f1.4, which immediately felt so classic compared to…
How to Edit Photos to Look Like Film in Lightroom

In this article, I’ll share a few simple color and grading techniques I’ve been using in my photo editing lately in a film-like style. By the way, the image above is Kodak Gold, not digital. I’ll be sharing many film images in this article so we can examine what film does and how we can…