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Camera Reviews News 17 August 2025 - 2 December 2025

Sony A7 V Launch: 33MP Partially Stacked Sensor, 30fps Burst and AI Autofocus – All the News from December 2, 2025

Sony A7 V Launch: 33MP Partially Stacked Sensor, 30fps Burst and AI Autofocus – All the News from December 2, 2025

Sony has officially unveiled the Alpha 7 V (Sony A7 V / ILCE‑7M5) today, December 2, 2025, and it’s already dominating photography headlines and social feeds. With a new 33MP partially stacked full‑frame sensor, an updated BIONZ XR2 processor with integrated AI, and 30fps blackout‑free bursts, this fifth‑generation A7 is being pitched as an “entry‑level pro” hybrid body for enthusiasts and working creators alike. Sony Electronics+2Digital Camera World+2 At the same time, Sony is retiring its decade‑old A7 kit zoom and introducing the FE 28–70mm f/3.5–5.6 OSS II, designed to keep up with the A7 V’s much higher shooting speeds.
2 December 2025
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Canon EOS R6 Mark III launches with 32.5MP sensor, 7K RAW video, and a $469 RF 45mm f/1.2: price, specs, release date (Nov. 6, 2025)

Canon EOS R6 Mark III launches with 32.5MP sensor, 7K RAW video, and a $469 RF 45mm f/1.2: price, specs, release date (Nov. 6, 2025)

Canon today unveiled the EOS R6 Mark III — a hybrid, full‑frame mirrorless built for creators who bounce between stills and video — alongside a headline‑grabbing RF 45mm f/1.2 STM prime that undercuts typical f/1.2 lens pricing by a wide margin. The R6 III adds a higher‑resolution 32.5‑megapixel sensor, open‑gate 7K capture, and faster media, while the compact 45mm ships next month for just $469.99. GlobeNewswire+1 What’s new on the EOS R6 Mark III Higher resolution without killing speed. Canon bumps the R6 line from 24MP to 32.5MP and still delivers 40 fps bursts with the electronic shutter, 12 fps
6 November 2025
Amazon’s $100 Blink Arc Security Cam Glues Two Cameras Together for an Unbeatable 180° View

Amazon’s $100 Blink Arc Security Cam Glues Two Cameras Together for an Unbeatable 180° View

Blink Arc: How Dual Cameras Eliminate Blind Spots Amazon’s new Blink Arc is not a single fisheye camera – it literally “sticks two cameras into a single body” theverge.com. Each Blink Arc unit holds two Blink Mini 2K+ cameras in one angled, weatherproof bracket. The devices run off one power source and are mounted from a single point (on a wall, ceiling, or porch). In use, the Blink app links the two cameras as left and right, and software stitches their overlapping views into one live panorama. This gives you roughly a 180° horizontal view – ideal for covering a
1 October 2025
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Vivo X300’s ZEISS Lens Kit Shakes Up Smartphone Photography – A Phone That Thinks It’s a DSLR?

Vivo X300’s ZEISS Lens Kit Shakes Up Smartphone Photography – A Phone That Thinks It’s a DSLR?

Vivo X300 + ZEISS: A Smartphone Camera Dream Team Vivo’s upcoming X300 series is making waves in the mobile photography world, thanks to an unprecedented collaboration with ZEISS optics on an external lens kit. Vivo has partnered with the storied German lens manufacturer since the X60 series, co-engineering camera systems with ZEISS T✻ lens coatings and portrait modes inspired by classic ZEISS lenses. With the X300 line, this partnership goes beyond software tuning – Vivo is literally putting ZEISS glass on your phone. The entire X300 lineup (standard, Pro, and presumably Ultra) will support Vivo’s “vivo × ZEISS” 2.35× telephoto
23 September 2025
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Nikon D810A in 2025: Astrophotography Beast or Outshined by Modern Cameras?

Nikon D810A in 2025: Astrophotography Beast or Outshined by Modern Cameras?

Introduction In early 2015, Nikon surprised the astronomy and photography world by “aiming for the stars” with the D810A, a specialized version of its D810 DSLR designed exclusively for astrophotography Dpreview. This camera looked almost identical to a standard D810 on the outside, but its internals were tweaked for the night sky. Nikon equipped the D810A with a modified infrared-cut filter and firmware changes to make it exceptionally sensitive to the deep red glow of nebulae. For hobbyist and professional astrophotographers in 2015, it was a dream come true – a high-resolution, full-frame DSLR finally optimized for capturing the wonders
9 September 2025
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Nikon Z6 III Review: 6K Video, 120fps Bursts & Next-Level Autofocus

Nikon Z6 III Review: 6K Video, 120fps Bursts & Next-Level Autofocus

Key Facts General Overview and Positioning The Nikon Z6 III sits in the sweet spot of Nikon’s full-frame Z series, positioned as a versatile enthusiast/prosumercamera that can handle just about anything. It succeeds the Z6 II (2020) and original Z6 (2018) as Nikon’s mid-range 24MP model, but elevates the line into a higher class. In fact, with its $2,500 price and beefed-up specs, the Z6 III directly competes with the likes of Sony’s a7 IV and Canon’s EOS R6 Mark II – all-rounder cameras for advanced users Dpreview Dpreview. Nikon intentionally timed the Z6 III’s release ahead of major events like the 2024 Olympics, aiming to give Nikon
9 September 2025
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Leica Camera Lineup 2025: Every Model Compared (M, SL, Q & More Revealed)

Leica Camera Lineup 2025: Every Model Compared (M, SL, Q & More Revealed)

Leica M-Series Rangefinders (Digital) – M11 Family Leica’s iconic M cameras are manual-focus, full-frame rangefinders blending old-school operation with cutting-edge sensors. The current flagship Leica M11 (2022) uses a 60 MP backside-illuminated CMOS sensor and Leica’s unique “Triple Resolution” tech, letting you shoot at 60, 36, or 18 MP without crop leica-camera.com. This yields outstanding dynamic range (up to 15 stops at base ISO 64) and low-light performance for a sensor its size leica-camera.com. The M11 retains the classic M-mount for interchangeable Leica lenses and the optical rangefinder focusing mechanism. Notably, Leica omitted video and autofocus – true to rangefinder tradition, the
8 September 2025
Sony FX3 in 2025: The Mighty Mini Cinema Camera Still Reigns Supreme

Sony FX3 in 2025: The Mighty Mini Cinema Camera Still Reigns Supreme

Technical Overview: Full-Frame Cinema Power in a Compact Body The Sony FX3 is a unique hybrid of mirrorless and cinema camera design, offering high-end video capabilities in a tiny, 2 lb (0.89 kg) body (with battery) ts2.tech. It is part of Sony’s Cinema Line, sharing DNA with the higher-end FX6 and FX9, but miniaturized into a form factor similar to the a7 series cameras. Despite its size, the FX3 is built for video-first operation – evident in its feature set and design: Overall, the FX3’s technical package makes it a tiny yet truly professional video camera. It stands out by giving creators essentially the same imaging pipeline as a
8 September 2025
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The Ultimate Premium Compact Camera Showdown: Fujifilm X100VI vs Ricoh GR IIIx vs Leica Q3

Fujifilm X100VI Review: The Little Retro Camera Taking Over 2025

Key Facts & Highlights Full Specifications and New Features The Fujifilm X100VI is the 6th-generation X100 series camera, and it brings major upgrades over the popular X100V. At its heart is a 40.2 MP X-Trans CMOS 5 HR sensor – the same high-resolution APS-C sensor found in Fuji’s latest flagship bodies (like the X-T5), replacing the 26 MP chip of the X100V. The detail gain is significant: photographers can now crop or print large with less quality loss, which is especially useful given the fixed lens. Notably, base ISO drops to 125 (from ISO 160 on the X100V), improving dynamic range in bright conditions.
8 September 2025
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Sony’s 2025 Alpha Mirrorless Camera Showdown: From Flagship A1 to APS-C All-Stars

Sony’s 2025 Alpha Mirrorless Camera Showdown: From Flagship A1 to APS-C All-Stars

Key Takeaways Full-Frame Alpha Cameras (2025 Lineup) Flagship Speed Demons: Alpha 1 and Alpha 9 III Sony Alpha 1 (A1): The Alpha 1 is Sony’s do-it-all flagship, combining high resolution and high speed. Its 50.1 MP full-frame sensor is stacked for fast readout, enabling up to 30 fps continuous shooting at full resolution. From our testing, “the Sony a1 is an incredibly effective photographic tool” that lets you capture decisive moments with ease dpreview.com. It offers 8K/30p video recording (and oversampled 4K up to 120p) without significant quality compromise dpreview.com. The A1’s autofocus is “truly excellent” dpreview.com – it can
7 September 2025
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Nikon Coolpix P1100 – Comprehensive Overview (September 2025)

Nikon Coolpix P1100 – Comprehensive Overview (September 2025)

The Nikon Coolpix P1100 was announced February 5, 2025 and began shipping in late February 2025 with an MSRP around $1,099 in the US and about £1,049 in the UK. It preserves the 125× NIKKOR zoom lens, covering 24–3000mm equivalent, with digital extension to 250× (6000mm) via Dynamic Fine Zoom. It uses a 16 MP 1/2.3-inch back-illuminated CMOS sensor, capable of 4608×3456 stills and ISO 100–1600 (3200/6400 in manual modes). Dual Detect Optical VR provides 4.0 stops of stabilization, a downgrade in rating from the P1000’s 5 stops due to updated CIPA testing standards. A built-in 0.39-inch OLED EVF with
7 September 2025
DJI Osmo 360 vs Osmo Pocket 3: The Ultimate Pocket Camera Showdown

DJI Osmo 360 vs Osmo Pocket 3: The Ultimate Pocket Camera Showdown

Overall Comparison: Osmo 360 vs Osmo Pocket 3 DJI’s Osmo 360 and Osmo Pocket 3 are both innovative “pocket” cameras, but they serve very different creative needs. Osmo 360 is DJI’s first 360° action camera, capable of capturing everything around you in immersive 8K resolution. It’s essentially a rugged dual-lens action cam that can also double as a wide-angle single-lens shooter. In contrast, Osmo Pocket 3 is a third-generation handheld gimbal camera – a tiny all-in-one video camera on a 3-axis stabilizer, built for smooth, cinematic footage on the go. Use Case Orientation: The core difference lies in their capture
4 September 2025
Nikon Z5II Shocks the Camera World: A Budget Full-Frame That Punches Above Its Weight

Nikon Z5II Shocks the Camera World: A Budget Full-Frame That Punches Above Its Weight

A Bold “Entry-Level” That Redefines Full-Frame Value When Nikon pulled the wraps off the Nikon Z5II in April 2025, photographers were shocked at how far an “entry-level” full-frame camera could go. Succeeding 2020’s original Z5, the Mark II isn’t just a mild refresh – it’s a major leap that blurs the line between beginner and enthusiast models. Nikon officially bills it as an “intermediate-level” Z-mount mirrorless petapixel.com, but in practice the Z5II behaves like a higher-tier camera. It inherits tech from Nikon’s flagships (the Z8 and Z9) and even challenges mid-range competitors, all while hitting a price point that appeals
30 August 2025
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Canon EOS R50 V: Canon’s New Budget Vlogging Beast or Bust?

Canon EOS R50 V: Canon’s New Budget Vlogging Beast or Bust?

Key Facts about the Canon EOS R50 V Meet the EOS R50 V – Canon’s Video-Optimized Tiny Camera Canon’s EOS R50 V is essentially Canon’s answer to Sony’s ZV series and other “creator” cameras. It takes the beginner-friendly EOS R50 and retools it for video creators. The result is a small mirrorless camera built for vloggers and consumers focused on video dpreview.com. It retains what made the original R50 appealing (proven 24MP sensor, compact size, flip-out touchscreen), but introduces significant video upgrades and design changes to court the YouTube/TikTok crowd. Canon officially announced the R50 V in March 2025 alongside
30 August 2025
Fujifilm X-E5 Review & Comparison: 40MP Retro Revolution or Pricey Upgrade?

Fujifilm X-E5 Review & Comparison: 40MP Retro Revolution or Pricey Upgrade?

Key Facts at a Glance Fujifilm X-E5 Feature Overview Sensor and Image Quality At the heart of the X-E5 is the 40.2MP X-Trans CMOS 5 HR sensor – the same high-resolution APS-C sensor used in Fuji’s flagship X-T5 and X-H2. This chip delivers outstanding detail and dynamic range for stills, while also enabling a lower base ISO of 125 for cleaner images nofilmschool.com. In practical terms, images are noticeably more detailed than the 26MP X-E4’s, yet high-ISO noise remains well-controlled and on par with other current APS-C cameras dpreview.com. The X-Trans color filter array (unique to Fujifilm) continues to produce
30 August 2025
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Sony RX1R III: 2025’s Pocket-Sized Powerhouse and Its Competition

Sony RX1R III: The $5,000 Compact Powerhouse That Has Photographers Buzzing

Key Facts at a Glance Camera Specifications and Design Features Sony’s RX1R III is essentially a miniaturized full-frame camera built into a fixed-lens compact. At its heart is a 61-megapixel Exmor R CMOS sensor (35mm format) with no optical low-pass filter dpreview.com. This is the same ultra-high-resolution chip used in Sony’s latest a7R series bodies, now squeezed into a coat-pocketable form factor. The sensor’s BSI (backside-illuminated) design and updated microlenses help it achieve wide dynamic range (~15 stops) and low noise, despite the pixel-dense resolution bhphotovideo.com cms.article-factory.ai. In practice, detail rendering is outstanding – photographers can heavily crop images and
30 August 2025
Ultimate Superzoom Showdown: Nikon P1000 vs Sony RX10 IV vs Panasonic FZ3000 – Which One Dominates in 2025?

Ultimate Superzoom Showdown: Nikon P1000 vs Sony RX10 IV vs Panasonic FZ3000 – Which One Dominates in 2025?

Nikon Coolpix P1000 was discontinued in 2024, and its successor COOLPIX P1100 was announced in February 2025 at $1,099 and began shipping by late 2025. The Sony Cyber-shot RX10 IV launched in September 2017 at $1,699 and, by 2025, was officially discontinued with no RX10 V announced, making new units rare and used prices typically $1,200–$1,800. The Panasonic Lumix FZ3000, introduced in 2015, features a 24× zoom from 25–600mm with a constant f/2.8 and originally sold around $600, though new stock is spotty in 2025. The Nikon P1000 offers a 125× zoom reaching 3000mm equivalent with a 24–3000mm lens on
23 August 2025
Canon EOS R7 vs R8 vs R6: The Ultimate 2025 Mirrorless Showdown

Canon EOS R7 vs R8 vs R6: The Ultimate 2025 Mirrorless Showdown

Canon EOS R7 uses a 32.5MP APS-C sensor with 5-axis in-body stabilization up to 7 stops and can burst at 15 fps with mechanical shutter or 30 fps with electronic shutter, featuring Dual Pixel CMOS AF II with People/Animal/Vehicle detect. Canon EOS R8 uses a 24.2MP full-frame sensor, has no in-body stabilization, offers 6 fps mechanical or 40 fps electronic RAW bursts, and can record 4K60p oversampled from 6K with 10-bit Canon Log 3 or HDR PQ. Canon EOS R6 features a 20.1MP full-frame sensor, up to 8 stops of IBIS, 12 fps mechanical or 20 fps electronic shooting, Dual
20 August 2025
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Fujifilm GFX100 II vs GFX50S II vs GFX50R: Ultimate Medium Format Showdown in 2025

Fujifilm GFX100 II vs GFX50S II vs GFX50R: Ultimate Medium Format Showdown in 2025

The Fujifilm GFX100 II uses a 102 MP backside‑illuminated CMOS II HS sensor (43.8×32.9 mm) with native ISO 80 and twice the readout speed of the 50 MP chip. It runs on the X-Processor 5 and delivers up to 8 fps continuous shooting with the mechanical shutter, versus about 3 fps on the GFX50S II and GFX50R. The GFX100 II adds 5‑axis IBIS up to 8 stops, while the GFX50S II offers 6.5 stops and the GFX50R has no IBIS. Autofocus differs notably: the GFX100 II uses on‑sensor PDAF with AI subject tracking across most of the frame, whereas the
18 August 2025
Comparing the Canon EOS R8, EOS R7, and EOS R50 V (2025 Edition)

Mirrorless Showdown 2025: Canon EOS R8 vs Nikon Z5 II vs Sony A7 IV – Which Full-Frame Camera Wins?

Canon EOS R8 weighs about 461 g with battery, is the lightest of the trio, and uses a single SD card slot with no IBIS. Nikon Z5 II uses a 24.5 MP BSI sensor, 5-axis IBIS up to ~7.5 stops, and dual SD UHS-II slots, priced at $1,699 body. Sony A7 IV features a 33.0 MP Exmor R BSI sensor, 5-axis IBIS rated at 5.5 stops, and dual card slots (CFexpress Type A and SD), priced at $2,499. Canon EOS R8 offers 6K oversampled 4K up to 60 fps with no crop, 10-bit internal recording, and can overheat after about
17 August 2025
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Stock Market Today

SMIC stock set for results test this week as Hong Kong market reopens

SMIC stock set for results test this week as Hong Kong market reopens

8 February 2026
SMIC shares closed up 0.22% at HK$67.60 on Friday in Hong Kong. The board will announce unaudited results on Feb. 10, and shareholders vote Feb. 12 on acquiring the remaining 49% of SMNC. The register of members closes Feb. 9–12. SMIC plans to pay mainly with new RMB shares.
MediaTek stock price drops 3.4% as Taiwan market shuts; what investors watch next week

MediaTek stock price drops 3.4% as Taiwan market shuts; what investors watch next week

8 February 2026
MediaTek shares closed down 3.4% at NT$1,710 on Friday in Taipei, with 11.8 million shares traded before the market shut for the weekend. The company said it will double investment in data-center chips and advanced packaging, while warning of rising supply chain costs. Fourth-quarter sales rose 8.8% to NT$150.2 billion, but net income slipped 3.6%. Investors face uncertainty ahead of the Lunar New Year break and a weaker tech sector mood.
Arm Holdings stock rallies into weekend on AI spending hopes — Monday’s next test

Arm Holdings stock rallies into weekend on AI spending hopes — Monday’s next test

8 February 2026
Arm Holdings’ U.S. shares jumped 11.6% Friday to $123.70, capping an 18% two-day rebound amid a rally in chip stocks tied to AI data-center spending. The gains followed Arm’s fiscal Q3 revenue beat, but executives warned memory shortages could cut royalty revenue by up to 2% as smartphone chip shipments are expected to fall 7% in 2026. Investors now await Arm’s “Arm Everywhere” event on March 24.
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