Portrait Photography Can You Capture What Lies Behind The Social Mask

I focus my lens not on the forms but on the life that animates them. That’s what attracts me. If this triggers something in you, read on. On December 20, 2011, exactly five years ago, I shot the first picture of my lucky series “Portraits In Silence”. At the time, I wasn’t completely aware of being at a big turning point in my way of shooting pictures. I just followed my gut....

March 9, 2023 · 6 min · 1124 words · Dustin Caldwell

Red Has Been Granted A New Patent Covering Compressed Raw In All Video Capable Devices Including Smartphones

The words “RED” and “patent” are pretty familiar bedfellows. They’ve used their raw video patents to strongarm every other camera manufacturer from being able to implement raw video in their camera without RED’s approval (and a hefty fee), even if those companies have developed their own raw video technologies. Now, they’ve filed – and been granted – a new patent over compressed raw video. The new US patent number 11,503,294, joints three other RED patents relating to compressed raw video (8,872,933, 9,479,749 and 9,787,878), but this new one seems to encompass devices other than just cinema cameras....

March 9, 2023 · 3 min · 533 words · Lisa Orozco

Ricoh Has Launched A New Street Edition Of Its Popular Gr Iii Compact Camera

The Ricoh GR series cameras have become extremely popular amongst street photographers over the last few years and have picked up a very loyal following. Those who have them love them and swear by them. The Ricoh GR III feels like it’s built specifically for street photography and when you look at some of the images they can make, it’s easy to see why. Well, now, Ricoh has announced a new limited edition Ricoh GR III “Street Edition” kit which, as well as the camera includes a viewfinder module, a leather wrist strap and a rather obvious bright orange ring around the lens....

March 9, 2023 · 2 min · 411 words · Lisa Williams

Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra Boasts 10X Optical Telephoto And 108Mp F 1 8 Main Cameras

Well, they’re official Samsung’s announced its array of new smartphones which includes the Samsung Galaxy S20, S20 Plus and S20 Ultra – the latter of which sporting a 48-megapixel 100x zoom camera and a 108-megapixel main camera. Also announced is the new Z Flip phone, Samsung’s second attempt at a phone with a folding screen. You can watch the entire Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2020 Livestream here. Samsung Galaxy S20/S20 Plus/S20 Ultra Samsung Galaxy S20/S20 Plus/S20 Ultra...

March 9, 2023 · 4 min · 708 words · Stephen Morales

Sirui Goes Full Frame With A New 50Mm T2 9 1 6X Anamorphic Cinema Lens

Famous for their popular APS-C anamorphic lenses, Sirui has stepped out with a new full-frame 50mm T2.9 1.6x anamorphic lens providing a 2.8:1 aspect ratio. As per usual for Sirui lenses, the new 50mm T1.9 is being launched via Indiegogo. You’d think by now they’d be in a position now to just develop a lens, announce it and put it up for sale, but I guess not. Going up to full-frame marks a nice upgrade for Sirui and with their prices, it puts them in a fantastic position for capturing the entry-level full-frame market....

March 9, 2023 · 2 min · 375 words · Andrew Suarez
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