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GoPro HERO3 Black Edition Shoots 4K video (15fps), 1080p (60fps) & 720p (120fps)!
It looks like GoPro is once again turning the action camera world upside down by introducing the HERO3: Black Edition, the world’s first 4K-capable action video camera (at 15fps) that can also do 120 fps (at 720p). But seriously, just watch the video and be prepare to scrape your jaw off the ground. Now THAT is how you make a promo video!
The Sony A99 ISO Studio Test with Full Size Examples!
As a follow up to my Extensive Review on the Sony A99, I did a still life studio ISO test to see how well the Sony A99 perform when I start increasing the ISO. Can the Sony A99 handle a low-light, high-ISO situation? Read on to find out.
Extensive Hands-On Field Review of the Sony A99
In this extensive hands-on review, I take a look at the Sony A99 full-frame DSLT camera. It is a very competitive, full-featured camera that has the sensor performance, noise control, color rendition, and more. This is the strongest camera yet from Sony.
Nikon D600 RAW sample images processed in Lightroom 4.2
Last weekend I was able to capture a few frames using the brand new Nikon D600 at a wedding. While waiting patiently for Adobe to update Lightroom / ACR to accommodate the D600, I used Nikon's ViewNX 2 to browse the D600 images, and play with Nikon's powerful "Active D-Lighting" feature. The results were very impressive right out of the camera, but last night I was still truly floored when I downloaded Adobe Lightroom 4.2, and finally imported my Nikon D600 NEF's. I will let the images speak for themselves.
New Metz Mecablitz 52 AF-1 Speedlight has Touchscreen. New Trend?
The German electronic company Metz has just announced the new 52 AF-1 Flash Unit. What sets this speedlight apart from the others is that this is the first flash that incorporates a touchscreen panel.
Canon 6D vs Nikon D600 – What are Canon and Nikon thinking?
So, we finally have two affordable full-frame cameras from Canon and Nikon. A little over three years after Sony brought out their $1999 A850 beginner full-frame DSLR with a 24 megapixel FF sensor, Canon's 6D is 20 megapixels and $2100, and Nikon's D600 is 24 megapixels and also $2100.
Bespoke or Bling? $5,000 Hasselblad Lunar Rebrands Sony NEX-7
One of Hasselblad’s claim to fame is being the first camera NASA used in their lunar exploration. To pay homage and as the first step of its new partnership with Sony, Hasselblad introduced the Lunar, a $5,000 bespoke mirrorless camera with the innards of a Sony NEX-7. Taking a page from the coachbuilding industry in the automotive world (Zagato as an example), Hasselblad’s Lunar can be fitted with a variety of exotic materials, from carbon fiber and precious metals to Italian leather and rare wood.
New Panasonic GH3: Heavyweight Mirrorless Hybrid Stills & Motion Camera in Lightweight, Weather Sealed Body
The Panasonic GH3 is the flagship stills and video camera for the micro 4/3 eco-system. Boasting weather sealing, up to 1080p 60p, 3 command wheels, many direct buttons, optional battery grips, and wifi tethering, the GH3 is a very capable alternative to pro-spec DSLRs and has what it takes to meet the demanding needs of professional photographers and filmmakers.
LensRental Tested the Canon 24-70mm f/2.8L II: Incredibly Sharp!
The Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM Zoom Lens is about ready to ship, and Roger Cicala on Lens Rentals.com tested the new mkII lens. So how does it compare to the original Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM Standard Zoom Lens? Well the answer is pretty surprising.
Silicon Power Rugged Armored A80 Hard Drive Review: Best Drive for Photographers?
Several months ago, we posted about our purchase of six Silicon Power Rugged Armor A80 USB 3.0 1TB hard drives. So how well did they stand up to the heavy workload of SLR Lounge and Lin and Jirsa Los Angeles Wedding Photography in the long term? Are they the best USB 3.0 portable hard drive for photographers? Check out our video review and read this article to find out.
Mighty Little Brother: Fujifilm’s New X-E1 Mirrorless Camera!
The Fujifilm X-E1 has almost everything that made the Fujifilm X-Pro 1 popular, from its cool retro form factor to the highly-acclaimed APS-C X-Trans CMOS Sensor, but at a $1,000 price tag entry point.
The Best AA Battery for Flash – The Ultimate Practical Review of AA Batteries for Photography – Part I
In this SLR Lounge Original Editorial, we review and test to see just which AA battery is best for photographers and their flashes!
