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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
Cameras Unleashed: Shocking New Releases and Industry Shake-Ups (Sept 2–3, 2025)

Cameras Unleashed: Shocking New Releases and Industry Shake-Ups (Sept 2–3, 2025)

Key Facts New Camera Releases Fujifilm’s 32× Long-Range SX Series Camera Fujifilm sent waves through the industry with a surprise development announcement out of Tokyo: a new SX Series lens-integrated long-range camera. This yet-to-be-named model packs a powerful 32× optical zoom lens (covering 12.5mm at wide angle out to 400mm telephoto) in a relatively compact, 300 mm long body fujifilm.com. Notably, the built-in lens is the brightest in Fujifilm’s SX lineup at f/2.8, enabling clear low-light imaging even at long range fujifilm.com. The camera uses a 1/1.8-inch sensor and Fujifilm’s advanced optics from its broadcast and cine lens heritage to maintain
3 September 2025
48 Hours of Camera Chaos: Canon & Nikon Declare War on Sony, Hasselblad Unleashes 100MP Beast

48 Hours of Camera Chaos: Canon & Nikon Declare War on Sony, Hasselblad Unleashes 100MP Beast

Key Facts Tariffs Bite Camera Buyers (Nikon, Fujifilm, Canon) New U.S. import tariffs are sending shockwaves through the camera industry. Nikon USA’s prices jumped on Sept. 1, marking the second increase this year and averaging about 7.5–11% hikes on cameras and lenses canonrumors.com. In a statement acknowledging customer frustration, Nikon explained: “As we continue to navigate the impact of tariffs, a further price adjustment will take effect September 1, 2025…we are taking every possible step to minimize the impact on our community” canonrumors.com. This follows an earlier across-the-board increase in June after tariffs on Chinese-made goods rose, and mirrors moves by
2 September 2025
Unlock Hidden Worlds: Turn Your Camera into an Infrared Photography Powerhouse

Unlock Hidden Worlds: Turn Your Camera into an Infrared Photography Powerhouse

Key Facts What Is Infrared Photography and Why Is It Popular? Infrared (IR) photography means capturing light that is just beyond the visible spectrum – typically wavelengths from about 700 nanometers up to ~1200nm, which our eyes can’t see kolarivision.com kolarivision.com. By recording this invisible light, IR photography creates images with wildly unconventional colors and tones. Lush green trees might turn ice-white, blue skies can go nearly black, and clouds pop with brilliant contrast. These surreal effects give IR photos a dreamy, otherworldly quality that immediately grabs attention. One hallmark of infrared landscape photos is the Wood Effect – a phenomenon
1 September 2025
DJI Osmo Pocket 4 Leaks Reveal Dual Cameras, Hasselblad Color & Jaw-Dropping Upgrades

DJI Osmo Pocket 4 Leaks Reveal Dual Cameras, Hasselblad Color & Jaw-Dropping Upgrades

A New Pocket-Sized Powerhouse on the Horizon DJI’s Osmo Pocket series has revolutionized handheld vlogging, packing a gimbal-stabilized camera into a coat-pocket device. Now excitement is soaring for the DJI Osmo Pocket 4, which leaks suggest will be the most radical upgrade yet. Early images and specs – from reliable DJI tipsters on X (Twitter) and Weibo – hint at features that could redefine on-the-go cinematography techradar.com citymagazine.si. While DJI remains mum officially, the rumor mill paints a tantalizing picture of what this “camera that fits in your palm” might offer content creators next. Why all the hype? For one,
1 September 2025
48 Hours of Camera Chaos: 100MP Marvels, Tariff Hikes & Shocking Leaks Rock the Industry

48 Hours of Camera Chaos: 100MP Marvels, Tariff Hikes & Shocking Leaks Rock the Industry

Tariff Shock: Camera Prices Spike at Summer’s End U.S. camera buyers were hit with déjà vu as multiple brands announced price hikes tied to new import tariffs at the close of August ts2.tech. Fujifilm confirmed that effective August 30 it raised U.S. prices across “all products” for the second time in a month, citing “volatile market conditions” and a baseline 15% tariff ts2.tech. In a statement, Fujifilm admitted it “made the business decision to further adjust prices to accommodate for these global changes” ts2.tech. Nikon followed suit with its own increases taking effect September 1, 2025 ts2.tech. “As we continue to navigate
1 September 2025
Nikon Camera Showdown 2025: The Ultimate DSLR vs Mirrorless vs Compact Guide

Nikon Camera Showdown 2025: The Ultimate DSLR vs Mirrorless vs Compact Guide

Key Facts Nikon’s Current DSLR Lineup (Legacy Meets Performance) Nikon built its reputation on DSLRs, and as of 2025 a handful of these D-series models remain on the market. They range from elite professional workhorses to entry-level bodies for learners: It’s important to note that no new Nikon DSLRs have been introduced since 2020, and Nikon confirmed in July 2022 that it has stopped developing future DSLRs tourboxtech.com. The company is continuing to produce and support existing models, but all R&D has shifted to mirrorless. This means cameras like the D6, D850, and D780 represent the peak of Nikon’s DSLR
31 August 2025
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Canon Camera Showdown 2025: From DSLRs to Mirrorless – Every Canon Camera Compared

Canon Camera Showdown 2025: From DSLRs to Mirrorless – Every Canon Camera Compared

Introduction Canon has one of the broadest camera portfolios in the industry – spanning humble point-and-shoot compacts, through interchangeable-lens cameras for beginners and enthusiasts, all the way to top-of-the-line professional gear used in studios and Hollywood productions. In 2025, that lineup is in the midst of a transformation. After dominating the DSLR era for decades with its EOS series, Canon is now fully focused on mirrorless technology, rolling out advanced new models that marry high-resolution photography with cutting-edge video features. At the same time, Canon continues to support its existing DSLR users and has niche offerings like cinema cameras and
31 August 2025
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Camera World Shaken by Price Hikes, 100MP Launches, and Leaks Galore in Late August 2025

Camera World Shaken by Price Hikes, 100MP Launches, and Leaks Galore in Late August 2025

Tariffs Drive Up Camera Prices (Again) American camera buyers were hit with déjà vu at the end of August, as multiple brands announced price hikes tied to import tariffs. Fujifilm confirmed that effective August 30 it raised U.S. prices across “all products” for the second time in a month, citing “volatile market conditions” and the new baseline 15% import tariff imaging-resource.com. In a statement, Fujifilm said it had “made the business decision to further adjust prices to accommodate for these global changes” imaging-resource.com. This follow-up increase comes on the heels of Fuji’s roughly 10–15% uptick on many models at the
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II – In-Depth Report and Comparison to Canon and Sony 24-70mm Lenses

Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II – In-Depth Report and Comparison to Canon and Sony 24-70mm Lenses

The Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II was announced on August 22, 2025 as a second-generation update to Nikon’s flagship Z-mount standard zoom. The S II uses Nikon’s Silky Swift VCM (SSVCM) focusing motor, delivering about five times faster autofocus than the previous Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S. It is the first 24-70mm f/2.8 mirrorless lens to feature internal zoom, keeping a constant length of 142 mm (versus 126 mm at 24 mm on the original). The lens weighs 675 g, about 130 g lighter than the first-generation 805 g model and lighter than Sony’s 695 g GM II and
23 August 2025
Fujifilm X-T30 II vs X-E4 vs X-S10: Which APS-C Mirrorless Camera Reigns Supreme in 2025?

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs X-E4 vs X-S10: Which APS-C Mirrorless Camera Reigns Supreme in 2025?

All three models—the X-T30 II, X-E4, and X-S10—use the same 26.1 MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 sensor and X-Processor 4, yielding identical base image quality. The X-S10 is the only one with 5‑axis in‑body stabilization (IBIS), offering up to about 6 stops of stabilization, while the X-T30 II and X-E4 rely on lens-based stabilization or have none. Each camera uses a 425-point hybrid AF with Face/Eye detect for humans, but none incorporate newer animal/vehicle detection, and continuous tracking lags behind Sony and Canon on fast subjects. Video capabilities include 4K/30p (DCI/UHD) at 8-bit internally with 10-bit output via HDMI and
Sony ZV-1 II vs ZV-1F vs ZV-E10: The Ultimate Vlogging Camera Showdown of 2025

Sony A6100 vs A6400 vs A6600 in 2025: Ultimate APS-C Camera Showdown

The Sony A6100, A6400, and A6600 were originally launched in 2019 as entry-level, mid-range, and flagship APS-C models in Sony’s Alpha 6000-series. The A6100 weighs 396 grams, the A6400 around 403 grams, and the A6600 about 503 grams, reflecting build differences like weather sealing on the A6400/A6600. The A6600 adds two extra top custom buttons, a total of 11 customizable function buttons, and a mode dial with memory recall positions, not present on the A6100 or A6400. The A6100’s EVF is 1.44 million dots, while the A6400 and A6600 use 2.36 million-dot EVFs with a 120 fps refresh mode; the
21 August 2025
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