The new Laowa Argus 28mm f/1.2 FF is the fastest 28mm out there. Venus Optics Third-party lens manufacturer Venus Optics may not be as well known as the likes of Sigma or Tamron. Nevertheless, the company makes some quality lenses that are typically much more affordable than first-party offerings. That’s in part due to the… Continue reading Venus Optics announces a 28mm f/1.2 lens for four mounts
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The best portrait lenses for Nikon in 2023
Abby Ferguson We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Best overall Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S SEE IT A fast portrait lens with beautiful bokeh. Best standard zoom Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S SEE IT A versatile tool for a range… Continue reading The best portrait lenses for Nikon in 2023
Best wide-angle lenses for Sony in 2023
Abby Ferguson We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Best overall Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM SEE IT The versatile focal length and fast f/2.8 aperture make this a go-to wide-angle. Best ultra-wide Sony FE 12-24mm f/2.8 GM SEE IT This lens provides… Continue reading Best wide-angle lenses for Sony in 2023
The best wide-angle lens for Nikon in 2023
Abby Ferguson We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Best overall Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 SEE IT It offers a fast aperture in a compact and lightweight body. Best for pros NIKON NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S SEE IT With a little… Continue reading The best wide-angle lens for Nikon in 2023
The best telephoto lenses for Nikon in 2023
Nikon We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Best overall Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S Lens SEE IT The versatile zoom range, excellent image quality, and fast aperture make it a top choice. Best for wildlife Nikon NIKKOR Z 400mm f/4.5… Continue reading The best telephoto lenses for Nikon in 2023
The ultimate guide to portrait photography
99 years ago, Man Ray photographed Kiki de Montparnasse in the studio, her back facing the camera and her head turned over her left shoulder. A few months ago, that portrait made history as the most expensive photograph ever sold at auction, going for $12.4 million. Portraits have a unique ability to capture a specific… Continue reading The ultimate guide to portrait photography
The best Sigma lenses in 2023
Abby Ferguson We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Best 50mm Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art SEE IT This 50mm is incredibly sharp with great contrast. Best 85mm Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art SEE IT Sigma’s 85mm f/1.4 Art lens is… Continue reading The best Sigma lenses in 2023
What Every Photographer Should Know About Lenses
Master the basics of photography lenses with this comprehensive course. Discover different lens types, their uses, how to choose the right lens, and more. Watch the Full Photography Lenses Course Table of Contents This course consists of 7 lessons (broken up into smaller sections) and the video is about 2 hours and 45 minutes long… Continue reading What Every Photographer Should Know About Lenses
Shotkit shares essential gear for landscape photography
Great landscape photography comes with a range of unique challenges, and having the right gear for the job is essential. As a writer and camera gear reviewer for Shotkit, I’ve worked in all weather conditions in and around the beautiful Tweed Valley in northern NSW (Australia) using a range of equipment. This means striking the… Continue reading Shotkit shares essential gear for landscape photography
Sigma announces its first lenses for Nikon mirrorless cameras
The three Sigma lenses for Nikon Z-mount are compact and travel-friendly. Sigma Sigma has announced that it is finally launching interchangeable lenses for Nikon’s Z-mount mirrorless cameras. The launch includes three f/1.4 prime lenses in the company’s Contemporary line for APS-C cameras: 16mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary, 30mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary, and 56mm F1.4 DC DN… Continue reading Sigma announces its first lenses for Nikon mirrorless cameras