Camera Reviews and News

Welcome to the Camera Reviews and News section of SLR Lounge.  In this section, we’ll review cameras, lenses and accessories, announce rumors and releases, and discuss general topics surrounding purchases.

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CamRanger Review – Rapid Gear Review Episode

Pye

CamRanger Wireless Camera Controller – Introduction The CamRanger is a wireless transmitter that allows you to control your camera from ...

Hero 3 vs Hero 3+: Is GoPro’s Hero 3+ Really Worth Upgrading?

Back when GoPro announced the new GoPro Hero 3+ model many were left wondering if the upgrades made to the camera were really worth upgrading from a Hero 3. The new Hero 3+ Black Edition boasted a 20% smaller size, 4x better Wifi, Better Battery Life, a New Lens, and several other features - but nothing that really jumped out at you as *THE* feature that makes it worth an upgrade.

Switronix TorchLED Bolt Gear Review

Bright Lights! Switronix TorchLED Bolt – Rapid Gear Review

Pye

The Switronix TorchLED Bolt is a high-powered and relatively portable on-camera and off-camera LED light. So does it live up to its impressive specs? Find out in our Rapid Gear Review.

Affordable Quality Light! The 3-way CFL Light Bulb Comparison Test

Pye

We recently reviewed the Impact Octacool-9 Fluorescent 2 Light kit and we noted that while we love the lights, the light bulb quality can be improved. So we looked into two different sets of relatively affordable full-spectrum CFL bulbs to see if they can produce a higher quality of light. Check out what we found out!

Rokinon 16mm f/2 – Lens Field Test & Review

Matthew Saville

(Purchase the Rokinon 16mm f/2 at B&H for $479) (Click here to view a larger version!) The Rokinon 16mm f/2 ...

Canon 70D RAW High ISO Field Test

Matthew Saville

The Canon 70D is currently taking the crop-sensor scene by storm.  Well, a small storm.  Okay maybe not a storm, ...

Double Your Camera Carrying Fun with Camera Slingers Freedom Double Camera Strap – Rapid Gear Review

Michelle Ford

A double camera strap is one of the best way to carry two DSLRs at the same time. In this review, we take a look at the Camera Slingers Freedom Double Strap.

Fotopro C5i Tripod Field Review

Matthew Saville

I have a confession to make:  I am addicted to tripods.  While most photographers out there probably view tripods as ...

Olympus OM-D E-M1 Flagship Micro Four Thirds Camera

Matthew Saville

Remember the original Olympus E-series?  Before the days of all these mirrorless “micro” cameras, there was the E-1, the E-3, ...

Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 EX DC – Field Review

Matthew Saville

When this lens was announced, I did the biggest double-take I think I’ve ever done in my career as a ...

The Think Tank Modular Component System v2.0 – Gear Review

Michelle Ford

We check out the Think Tank Modular Component System to see how it can give you quicker access to your lenses and accessories, as well as take the weight off your shoulder.

Impact Octacool-9 Fluorescent 2 Light Kit Review – Rapid Gear Review

Pye

The Impact Octacool 9 Fluorescent 2 Light Kit from B&H Photo/Video is affordable and puts out nearly 1,000W of light. For $600, you get two octabanks with 9 compact fluorescent light (CFL) bulbs and two 9.5' air-cushioned light stands. So is this the best bang for the buck? Let's find out!