Category Archives: Cameras

New High-megapixel Canon

Posted on February 6, 2015 by Chuck_Maas

It’s official—Canon has announced a major upgrade to their 5-series full-frame DSLR camera with a 50+ MP sensor and a host of internal features not seen before in any Canon body.  There are two versions; the 5Ds with a standard … Continue reading →

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Show Over

Posted on September 21, 2014 by Chuck_Maas

Photokina 2014 has come and gone, though reviews and commentary will continue for some time. By most accounts, there weren’t too many stunning announcements, though as always there are enough new things to appeal to some segment of the photographic … Continue reading →

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Pocket Camera

Posted on August 24, 2014 by Chuck_Maas

There are times when it’s simply not practical to carry a full-sized DSLR plus one or more lenses, but you still want the ability to record quality images—hence the quest for the high-grade pocket camera. Pockets vary in size, as … Continue reading →

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Sensor Race

Posted on June 28, 2014 by Chuck_Maas

A few days ago Nikon announced a minor upgrade to their highly-regarded D800, to be called the D810. Pixel count stays the same (36.3MP), though the anti-aliasing filter has been removed entirely and there will only be one model instead … Continue reading →

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Updated Sony Compact Camera

Posted on May 16, 2014 by Chuck_Maas

Sony has just released a significant update to their well-respected Cyber-shot RX100 camera which adds features not yet available in any other compact.  Using a relatively large 20.1MP 1”-type sensor, this RX100 III employs a new 24-70mm equivalent focal length … Continue reading →

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“Affordable” Medium Format

Posted on April 15, 2014 by Chuck_Maas

Pentax is back in the news as Ricoh (its parent company) announces a significant update to their medium format digital body, now labeled 645Z.  Though an update of the previous 645D, the changes are big and important. Using the same … Continue reading →

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Form, Function, and Retro Design

Posted on February 28, 2014 by Chuck_Maas

Many camera makers are now offering bodies with “retro” design, like the Nikon Df, hoping that nostalgia will lure more customers.  Too often this detracts from camera usability instead of improving it. There’s nothing wrong with liking the appearance of … Continue reading →

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New Canon EOS Body

Posted on July 3, 2013 by Chuck_Maas

Yesterday Canon announced the latest evolution to their midrange APS-C EOS DSLR line—the 70D.  While it won’t be available until September, by all accounts it looks to be an important upgrade with a host of desirable features. The most significant … Continue reading →

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