The Tarantula Nebula will ensnare you in a web of beauty

“In this mosaic image stretching 340 light-years across, Webb’s Near-Infrared Camera (NIRCam) displays the Tarantula Nebula star-forming region in a new light, including tens of thousands of never-before-seen young stars that were previously shrouded in cosmic dust. The most active region appears to sparkle with massive young stars, appearing pale blue. Scattered among them are… Continue reading The Tarantula Nebula will ensnare you in a web of beauty

Panasonic’s new 18mm f/1.8 L-Mount lens is ultra-wide and ultra-compact

Panasonic Panasonic, Leica, and Sigma L-mount shooters now have a new ultra-wide lens option. With the addition of the Panasonic Lumix S 18mm f/1.8, the brand now has five compact, f/1.8 primes for its full-frame mirrorless mount. The growing line already includes the S 24mm f/1.8, S 35mm f/1.8, S 50mm f/1.8, and S 85mm… Continue reading Panasonic’s new 18mm f/1.8 L-Mount lens is ultra-wide and ultra-compact

Hasselblad’s X2D 100C offers a 100-megapixel sensor with built-in stabilization

Say hello to Hasselblad’s new X2D 100C. Hasselblad Hasselblad introduced its X-series medium format mirrorless cameras back in 2016 with the original X1D. It was a quirky camera with an excellent build and outstanding image quality. The Swedish manufacturer refined the concept with the X1D II in 2019, but now the line is ready for… Continue reading Hasselblad’s X2D 100C offers a 100-megapixel sensor with built-in stabilization

Best Fujifilm lenses in 2022

Abby Ferguson Best overall XF 16-80mm f/4 OIS WR Check Price Best for portraits XF50mm f/1 R WR Check Price Best for sports XF100-400mmF4.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR Check Price Fujifilm lenses often don’t get enough credit. The company’s excellent X-series mirrorless cameras soak up much of the spotlight with their rugged builds, compact designs,… Continue reading Best Fujifilm lenses in 2022

Film photography’s popularity is driving a noticeable uptick in silver demand

Silver is a crucial ingredient for film photography production and processing. Stan Horaczek The demand for silver increased 19 percent last year, according to the World Silver Survey 2022. Part of this increase is due to a 3 percent uptick in demand for silver from the broader photography industry. While a big driver is medical… Continue reading Film photography’s popularity is driving a noticeable uptick in silver demand

Best night vision monoculars for 2022

Abby Ferguson Best overall Luna Optics 6-36X50mm Digital G3 Day & Night Vision Monocular Check Price Best value Bushnell Equinox Z2 Check Price Best budget Night Owl NOXM50 Night Vision Monocular Check Price Whether you are looking for wildlife, making sure no one approaches your property, or just want to be able to know what’s… Continue reading Best night vision monoculars for 2022