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Photo-John, a.k.a. John Shafer, is the managing editor of PhotographyREVIEW.com and has been since the site launched back in 1999. He's an avid outdoor enthusiast and spends as much time as possible on his mountain bike, hiking or skiing in the mountains. He's been taking pictures for ever and ever, and never goes anywhere without a camera.
New $199 Sony Cybershot TF1 Rugged Camera At CES
Sony has an affordable new entry for the rugged waterproof point-and-shoot camera category. The Sony Cybershot TF1 is priced at just $199 and has an all-new rounded-off body design with a much-needed grip added to the right side of the camera. In keeping with Sony’s previous waterproof cameras, the TF1’s style is more Ferrari than […]
Read More »Olympus Adds $199 TG-630 iHS To Tough Camera Line
Olympus has announced a new rugged waterproof point-and-shoot camera that will sell for just $199. The Olympus Stylus Tough TG-630 iHS is waterproof to 16 feet, freezeproof (14F) and can handle drops of 5.5 feet. It has a 12-megapixel backlit CMOS sensor with Olympus’s iHS system for improved image quality, 1080p full HD video and […]
Read More »New Olympus Stylus Tough TG-830 iHS – Affordable Rugged Point-and-Shoot
Olympus announced three new waterproof, shockproof “Tough” point-and-shoot cameras at the annual CES tradeshow this week. If you’re a skier, snowboarder, snowmobiler, cyclist or boater in the market for a new high-performance pocket camera you should definitely check out the new Olympus Stylus Tough TG-830 iHS. The Olympus TG-830 iHS costs $100 less than Olympus’s […]
Read More »New Olympus Stylus Tough TG-2 iHS Adds Aperture Priority Control
The Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS rugged, waterproof point-and-shoot, in my opinion, is the best waterproof camera ever. Olympus calls it “lifeproof,”and that’s why it’s been my constant companion this winter while I’m out playing in the snow. It’s easily accessible in a pouch on the shoulder strap of my pack and I don’t have to […]
Read More »Fujifilm X100S Announced – Exactly The Same But Better
Fujifilm’s X100 rangefinder-style compact camera was one of the surprise successes of the past couple years. With a fast prime lens, APS-C sensor, simple intuitive controls and a unique hybrid viewfinder, the X100 set itself well apart from other “compact” cameras and became one of the most coveted walk-around cameras for serious photographers (Hands-On With […]
Read More »Fujifilm X20 Premium Compact Camera Adds X-Trans Sensor
One of my favorite recent compact cameras was Fujifilm’s wonderful little X10. I loved the solid feel and intuitive handling of the X10, the fast manual zoom lens was excellent and the image quality was really surprising – especially the RAW files (Fujiifilm X10 Video Review). So I’m really pleased to see that Fujifilm is […]
Read More »24-Megapixel Nikon D5200 Digital SLR – Now Available In The US
Update: Nikon made their 2013 CES camera introductions tonight and one of the announcements was that the D5200 DSLR would be available in the US starting late this month (January, 2013). Nikon’s new D5200 digital SLR, announced earlier this week, combines the best of their D3200, the D5100 and the D7000 DSLRs. It’s got a […]
Read More »Canon Redesigns The Wi-Fi Camera With The New PowerShot N
I’m not sure what the “N” stands for but the Canon PowerShot N is one of the most interesting cameras to be announced recently and it’s sure to get a ton of attention at the CES tradeshow where it’s being formally introduced. The Canon PowerShot N has built-in Wi-Fi and a unique compact design with […]
Read More »New Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS Offers Enhanced Built-In Wi-Fi For $200
Canon is stepping up their wireless digital camera game with the new Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS pocket camera. The Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS is being introduced at the CES tradeshow in Las Vegas this week. It’s a super-compact point-and-shoot camera with a 16-megapixel CCD sensor, an 8x 28-224mm (equivalent) optical zoom lens, 720p […]
Read More »Canon PowerShot A2600 Announced For Just $150
Canon is introducing a couple of inexpensive A-Series point-and-shoot cameras at CES in Las Vegas this week, including the very nicely-priced US $150 A2600. The Canon PowerShot A2600 has a 16-megapixel CCD sensor, a 5x 28-140mm (equivalent) optical zoom lens, and 720p HD video in a nicely-styled body that comes in red, blue and pink […]
Read More »Affordable New Canon PowerShot A1400 Brings Back Optical Viewfinder
Canon is introducing a new inexpensive A-Series compact digital camera with an optical viewfinder at CES this week. The 16-megapixel Canon PowerShot A1400 is a no-nonsense point-and-shoot camera with a 5x optical zoom lens (28-140mm equivalent), 720p HD video and a very nice price tag of just over $100. Although it might seem like a […]
Read More »2012 Camera of the Year Community Choice Poll
This was a big year for digital cameras and it’s time for us to choose our 2012 Camera of the Year. We saw a lot of new cameras and incredible improvements in image quality and camera performance, including the first full-frame compact camera (Sony RX1), a 36-megapixel full-frame DSLR (Nikon D800), a dedicated black-and-white rangefinder(Leica […]
Read More »Featured Member Photos – December 27, 2012
This is our last set of Featured Member Photos for 2012. Hopefully they provide great inspiration for us all as we transition into 2013. The Sports Photography Forum has been all about basketball lately so I chose one of Bob32’s many excellent b-ball action shots for this round of Featured Photos. WarrenH shared a really […]
Read More »Top Five Beginner Digital SLRs
If you’re frustrated with the image quality, speed and auto focus of your point-and-shoot camera it’s probably time to think about investing in a DSLR. There’s a huge difference between a compact camera and a DSLR. Digital SLRs give you more control, improved performance and much better image quality as well as the versatility of […]
Read More »Nikon D3200 Featured User Review
This review for Nikon’s 24-megapixel D3200 entry-level DSLR was just posted today. That’s perfect timing since lots of people are in the midst of last minute Christmas shopping and the D3200 is one of the best-selling DSLRs available right now. Besides a 24-megapixel DX-format sensor (APS-C), the D3200 has 1080p full HD video with full-time […]
Read More »Samsung Galaxy Camera Studio Sample Photos
The Samsung Galaxy Camera is one of the more interesting cameras to be introduced in 2012. It’s basically a point-and-shoot superzoom with nearly full mobile capabilities. The only thing it can’t do is make a phone call. It’s got a full Android mobile OS so you can install your favorite Android apps like Instagram, Facebook, […]
Read More »The Instagram Terms Of Service Controversy
Instagram’s latest update, a new Terms of Service, has gone the wrong kind of viral. The buzz started slowly yesterday with a few articles about the new TOS, which takes effect on January 16th, 2013. Those were followed by a few alarming Facebook and Twitter posts about the changes in Instagram’s TOS. But by noon […]
Read More »Adobe Lightroom 4.3 & Camera Raw 7.3 Updates Available
In case you missed it, Adobe released updates for Lightroom and Camera Raw last Thursday. Adobe Lightroom 4.3 and Adobe Camera Raw 7.3 are now available for download on the Adobe Web site. “Release Candidate” versions of this update were offered in early November but this is a final, complete update. Included in the update […]
Read More »Get A Leica (Book) For Christmas – Ninety Nine Years Leica
By Photo-John
Leica News
Oskar Barnack built the first Leica camera in 1913. That means Leica is getting ready to celebrate their 100th birthday. Some photographers feign disdain for Leica cameras, claiming they’re too expensive and impractical. The truth is, those photographers are in denial. All photographers lust after Leica gear. They may not admit it, but they do. […]
Read More »Sony Alpha NEX-6 Review
In October Sony invited me to attend a camera event in Monterey, California where I got to spend a few days with some of their hottest new cameras. One of those was the 16-megapixel NEX-6, Sony’s latest interchangeable lens mirrorless camera. The NEX-6 was introduced in September at the biennial Photokina tradeshow in Germany. It’s […]
Read More »Take Arty Panoramic Film Photos With The Lomo Sprocket Rocket
Are you looking for a hip and original gift for the camera nerd in your life? The Lomo Sprocket Rocket could be just what you’re looking for. It’s a retro-styled 35mm film camera that takes wide-angle panoramic photos that include the film edges and sprocket holes. And if there’s one thing a hipster photo geek […]
Read More »Sony Alpha A99 Studio Sample Photos
I got to use the Sony Alpha A99 camera for three days during a Sony cameras press event a few weeks ago in California. I really, really liked it and was very sad when I had to return it. I’ve used a few full-frame cameras this year but the A99 stands out in my mind […]
Read More »Instagram Photographers Parody Video
Here’s something fun for Friday afternoon. This video has been making the rounds for about a week. I resisted watching it for a few days because it involves a Nickleback song. But someone I respect finally shared it so I watched it. As longtime holdout and recent convert to Instagram, I can see both sides […]
Read More »Featured Member Photos – December 7, 2012
Please enjoy the latest set of PhotographyREVIEW.com Featured Member Photos. These are some of the best photos posted recently by our members, chosen by our gallery and forum moderators. There’s jaimej26’s great photo of a bighorn sheep battle, megan’s auto racing photo from the Grand Am National Finals in Lime Rock, an artfully processed photo […]
Read More »The New MindShift Gear Rotation180° Professional Camera Backpack
Think Tank Photo, manufacturer of high-end camera bags designed for professional photographers, just spun off a dedicated outdoor camera pack business called, MindShift Gear. Maybe you’re saying to yourself, “So what? I’ve already got a great camera backpack that meets all my needs.” Experienced photographers will tell you there’s no such thing as a perfect […]
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