Fujifilm X-E5 Review: A Modern Imaging Masterpiece Under a Retro Exterior
In the fierce competition of digital imaging, Fujifilm cameras have always occupied a unique position thanks to their distinctive film simulation colors and retro designs.
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Review of Xingyao AF 35mm f/1.8 Lens: A Professional-Grade Option at $250?
Optical brand Xingyao officially launched the AF 35mm f/1.8 autofocus prime lens, compatible with full-frame Sony E-mount and Nikon Z-mount. Priced at 1,699 yuan, it offers performance close to that of original lenses at one-third of the cost.
Panasonic LUMIX S9 with 18-40mm Lens: A Near-Perfect Full-Frame Camera
There's a lot to be said for a camera that you don't mind carrying around. One that seamlessly fits into your day, quietly ready to capture whatever comes your way. Over the past few weeks, I've been using the Panasonic LUMIX S9 with the new 18-40mm f/4.5-6.3 kit lens, and I've found myself reaching for it far more often than I expected.
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Another "Portrait King" lens from Fujifilm: 56 1.2Pro
Domestic lenses have been making continuous progress in recent years, and many lenses with excellent optical quality have been launched one after another. Quite a few of them can be comparable to original lenses, and even surpass them.
Experience with the TTArtisan AF 40mm F2: Significant improvement in image quality, with advantages in its metal body and lightweight design
I recently got to experience the TTArtisan AF 40mm F2, and it feels different from previous models. Although I already have lenses of 28mm, 35mm, 40mm, and 50mm, I find that adding this one isn't at all redundant; instead, it's quite a pleasant surprise.
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Save $2,100 for the same sensor! Sony a7CR is unexpectedly popular, while RX1R III only has "thinness" as an advantage?
With the release of Sony RX1R III, the a7CR, which was launched in 2023, has triggered a re-evaluation in the market due to overlapping core performance and a significant price difference.
Obsessed with the "Washing Machine" — Unboxing Experience of Panasonic LUMIX S9 Titanium Edition (vs. A7C2)
Friends who have used Panasonic mirrorless cameras should have a special fondness for their color performance. Although Panasonic was the manufacturer of the world's first mirrorless camera, it's no secret that the brand isn't faring as well these days.
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SAB Review of Sigma 17-40mm F1.8 DC Lens: An Epic Breakthrough, an All-Rounder That Outperforms Its Class?
The Sigma 17-40mm F1.8 DC lens is a zoom lens highly anticipated by mirrorless camera users, following the excellent 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM. It is also the second zoom lens launched by Sigma for APS-C format,
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A Complete Guide: How to Choose Portrait Lenses for APS-C Cameras
When shooting portraits with an APS-C (crop-sensor) camera, kit lenses often fall short—for example, messy backgrounds, underwhelming subject separation, or blurry, noisy images in low light.
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Viltrox launches AF 15mm F1.7 Air, priced at only 1,199 yuan, good news for Sony, Nikon and Fujifilm users!
Viltrox always brings surprises, and this time is no exception. The newly launched product is the AF 15mm F1.7 Air, priced at 1,199 yuan, available in Sony E-mount, Nikon Z-mount, and Fujifilm XF-mount.
Camera Memory Card Buying Guide: Understand Types, Avoid Pitfalls, and Get Recommended Cards in One Article
With a camera in hand, don't just focus on the camera body and lens. For a camera, choosing the wrong memory card can cause minor issues like lagging and crashing, or even major problems like total data loss!
Fujifilm X-E5 Usage Experience: Hands-on with Fujifilm's Compact Interchangeable-Lens Rangefinder-Style Camera
I wandered the streets of Valencia with the Fujifilm X-E5 in hand, eager to discover its unique strengths – it feels like a glorious return of the X-E series.
Street Photographers Must Read: Sony RX1RIII, Leica Q3, and Fujifilm GFX100RF – Wandering the World with Their "Swords"
Street photography is like a poem depicting the city, capturing fleeting stories. For street photographers, a camera is not just a tool but an extension of their creativity.
Leaving a Camera Unused for a Long Time Equals Slow Ruin: How to Maintain a Camera That Won't Be Used for a Long Period
When it comes to idle cameras, it's probably the most common thing in the photography circle. Hence, there's a saying: "What a camera fears most is not being dropped, but being left idle."
Is buying an entry-level camera definitely a waste? How to correctly view entry-level cameras
When you bought your first camera, you've probably heard this advice: don't buy an entry-level camera, because the image quality of an entry-level camera is not even as good as that of a smartphone, so you might as well buy a full-frame camera directly.
Is Nikon Zf II About to Be Released? Will It Undercut Z6 III? The "Schrödinger's Upgrade" of the Retro Camera King
In 2023, the Nikon Zf quickly became a phenomenal product in the Nikon Z-mount ecosystem, thanks to its retro body design, powerful image quality, and impressive video performance. I remember that when it first went on sale, the price even surged to around 15,000 yuan.
From Ultra-Wide Angle to Super Telephoto + Macro! Sigma's New Lens 16-300mm DC OS Contemporary Rewrites the Standard of "One Lens for All"
For APS-C format camera users who pursue portable travel and shooting flexibility, "one lens for all" has always been an attractive option.