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Friday, August 2, 2019

Welcome to the 770th DPReview Newsletter

Two newsletters in one week? I know - we're spoiling you. In fairness, there is a lot going on, with more products announced, and the publication of our just-completed in-depth review of the Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R. You'll find links to some of of that content below, plus a roundup of high-end camera straps, courtesy of photographer Jeanette Moses.


Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R review

The Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R is a big, high-resolution mirrorless camera with pro-level build and controls. We've completed our full review of the S1R's image quality, autofocus and more - take a look.

Read our review of the Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R

Panasonic Leica 10-25mm F1.7 sample gallery

The Panasonic Leica DG 10-25mm F1.7 is the fastest wide zoom available for the Micro Four Thirds system. We've been shooting with it for a few weeks and are impressed with what we've seen thus far. Check out our sample gallery and judge for yourself.

Take a look at our gallery of samples

Sony Cyber-shot RX100 VII: What you need to know

The Sony Cyber-shot RX100 VII is the seventh completely new model in the company's pocketable large sensor zoom compact series. Confused about how it's different? We don't blame you. Here's what you need to know.

Read more about the Sony Cyber-shot RX100 VII

Review: Four high-end camera straps compared by a working pro

Photographer Jeanette Moses tries out four high-end camera straps while on the job including the Holdfast Skinny MoneyMaker, Holdfast MoneyMaker Solo, Peak Design Slide and the BlackRapid Nicole Elliot. Her pick, the Peak Design Slide, is also the most affordable.

Read our review of high-end camera straps

News updates
Published Thursday, August 1, 2019 10:48:00 PM GMT

Meyer Optik brand is set to come back to life after optimization of mechanical and optical designs of the Trioplan 100 II is almost finished. The company will reintroduce six re-formatted lenses this year and will offer one completely new model

Published Thursday, August 1, 2019 7:32:00 PM GMT

Benro has dramatically expanded its gimbal offerings with the new X Series, which has options for DSLR, mirrorless and smartphone camera systems.

Published Thursday, August 1, 2019 6:50:00 PM GMT

It's taken a little longer than expected, but the 13.5mm full-frame equivalent lens is now available to pre-order.

Published Thursday, August 1, 2019 4:39:00 PM GMT

GoPro has streamlined its mobile offerings by combining its Quick video editing toolkit into its main GoPro app for an all-in-one solution to capturing, editing and sharing GoPro footage from your mobile device.

Published Thursday, August 1, 2019 2:55:00 PM GMT

DJI has finally entered the lucrative drone racing market with its Digital FPV System.

Published Thursday, August 1, 2019 1:00:00 PM GMT

Photographer Jeanette Moses tries out four high-end camera straps while on the job including the Holdfast Skinny MoneyMaker, Holdfast MoneyMaker Solo, Peak Design Slide and the BlackRapid Nicole Elliot. Her pick, the Peak Design Slide, is also the most affordable.

Published Wednesday, July 31, 2019 10:34:00 PM GMT

Yongnuo has officially launched its YN200 Speedlite, a compact flash that packs plenty of power.

Published Wednesday, July 31, 2019 5:52:00 PM GMT

The Social Media Addiction Reduction Technology (SMART) Act would restrict social media platforms from using ‘addictive and deceptive techniques’ allegedly intended to ‘exploit users.’

Published Wednesday, July 31, 2019 3:25:00 PM GMT

The Pentax KP IR is more or less identical to the standard KP with the exception that its IR filter has been removed to allow the sensor to capture non-visible light.

Published Wednesday, July 31, 2019 1:45:00 PM GMT

The Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R is a big, high-resolution mirrorless camera with pro-level build and controls. We've completed our full review of the S1R's image quality, autofocus and more - take a look.

Published Wednesday, July 31, 2019 1:44:00 PM GMT

Sweet Lou Photography has put the ARRI 150, ARRI 300 and ARRI 650 to the test to see which one can best fry an egg for his ongoing YouTube series ‘Stupid Photo Challenge.’

Published Wednesday, July 31, 2019 12:28:00 PM GMT

Time-of-flight sensors can measure distances by measuring the time it takes for a laser pulse to travel until it hits an object and is reflected back.

Published Wednesday, July 31, 2019 4:00:00 AM GMT

Nikon has introduced the Nikkor Z 85mm F1.8 S lens for its full-frame mirrorless system. This short telephoto prime has 12 elements, a nine-blade aperture and minimum focus distance of 0.8m (2.6ft). It will be available in September for $799.

Published Tuesday, July 30, 2019 10:03:00 PM GMT

Canon EOS R and Nikon Z owners can now buy some of Lensbaby's most popular products for their respective lens mounts.

Published Tuesday, July 30, 2019 9:11:00 PM GMT

A recent video from YouTube channel Insider shows how photo illustrator Walt Wick crafted and captured the mesmerizing scenes inside Scholastic’s 90's I Spy book series.

Published Tuesday, July 30, 2019 7:15:00 PM GMT

Scientists at the University of California San Diego have designed and built a prototype of a contact lens that is controlled by eye motion.

Published Tuesday, July 30, 2019 6:12:00 PM GMT

We don't know what exactly the RED Komodo is, but we do know what it isn't.

Published Tuesday, July 30, 2019 5:18:00 PM GMT

Pelican has launched a new collection of cases that combines its Pick N Pluck foam with the TrekPak travel system to create the ultimate modular storage solution for photo gear.

Published Tuesday, July 30, 2019 1:00:00 PM GMT

The Panasonic Leica DG 10-25mm F1.7 is the fastest wide zoom available for the Micro Four Thirds system. We've been shooting with it for a few weeks and are impressed with what we've seen thus far. Check out our sample gallery and judge for yourself.

Published Monday, July 29, 2019 8:47:00 PM GMT

Previously reserved for use as a standalone app and a plug-in for Lightroom and Photoshop, JPEGmini's image compression program is now available as a plug-in for Capture One 12.

Published Monday, July 29, 2019 8:11:00 PM GMT

These Pinterest-inspired boards serve as a way to inform and inspire by gathering together bits and pieces of other art and info.

Published Monday, July 29, 2019 5:47:00 PM GMT

Topaz Studio 2 adds a number of new editing tools, filters and other goodies to Topaz Labs‘ image editing program.

Published Monday, July 29, 2019 2:07:00 PM GMT

Fujifilm has issued a service advisory for a small number of GFX 100 camera units with faulty shutter lock mechanisms that can cause accidental shutter actuations.

Published Monday, July 29, 2019 2:00:00 PM GMT

Do you remember the custom focus limiter? Chris and Jordan do, and they explain why camera makers should embrace this feature for both stills and video.

Published Sunday, July 28, 2019 7:02:00 PM GMT

International Garden Photographer of the Year (IGPOTY) has announced the winning images and finalists of the 13th Macro Art Photo Project, featuring the work of photographers from around the world.

Published Sunday, July 28, 2019 1:00:00 PM GMT

The Sony Cyber-shot RX100 VII is the seventh completely new model in the company's pocketable large sensor zoom compact series. Confused about how it's different? We don't blame you. Here's what you need to know.

Published Saturday, July 27, 2019 1:00:00 PM GMT

Erez Marom traveled to Northern Argentina to photograph the recent total solar eclipse, where the combination of clear skies, a low sun and a two-minute totality window made for a truly once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Published Saturday, July 27, 2019 7:00:00 AM GMT

A good tripod can be an essential tool for the traveling photographer. This week Chris and Jordan review four great travel tripods from Manfrotto, Sirui, Gitzo and Peak Design that get the job done while still leaving room in your bag for your other gear.

Published Friday, July 26, 2019 6:55:00 PM GMT

Jared Polin of FroKnowsPhoto has shared a new video with the self-explanatory title ‘ASMR Photography.’

Published Friday, July 26, 2019 1:00:00 PM GMT

Reviews Editor Carey Rose went to Mexico on a vacation and brought a tiny camera that takes about the same photos as the comparatively huge Canon EOS 80D. Not bad.

Published Friday, July 26, 2019 12:20:00 PM GMT

Unusual lens guru Mathieu Stern acquired a Vest Pocket Kodak 127 film camera lens last used during World War 1 and subsequently shot a little video with it.