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Laowa Argus 45mm f/0.95 FF Review: Unique Focal Length and Unreal Bokeh

In the last few years, Chinese lens manufacturer Venus Optic has released a plethora of versatile, unique, and affordable fast aperture lenses for most camera systems on the market. Today the company has officially launched the latest lens in the Argus lineup, the Laowa Argus 45mm f/0.95 FF — one of the first full frame… Continue reading Laowa Argus 45mm f/0.95 FF Review: Unique Focal Length and Unreal Bokeh

Venus Optics Unveils the Laowa Argus 45mm f/0.95 Full Frame Lens

Venus Optics has announced the second full-frame lens in its Argus lineup: the Laowa Argus 45mm f/0.95 FF. The lens follows in the footsteps of the Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 announced back in September, which was billed as the world’s fastest full-frame lens. Features of the Laowa Argus 45mm f/0.95 Compared to the 35mm, the… Continue reading Venus Optics Unveils the Laowa Argus 45mm f/0.95 Full Frame Lens

Venus Optics announce new Laowa Argus 45mm f/0.95 FF lens

Venus Optics, the company behind Laowa lenses has just announced the release of their latest full frame lens in the Argus series. It’s a 45mm f/0.95 and according to the company, offers a field of view that is appealing and natural to human eyes. They go on to say that “With the super shallow depth… Continue reading Venus Optics announce new Laowa Argus 45mm f/0.95 FF lens

Techart Releases First-Ever Contax G to Nikon Z Autofocus Adapter

Techart has announced what it says is the first-ever Contax G-mount to Nikon Z-mount autofocus lens adapter with full support for continuous autofocus modes, eye-detection, and in-body image stabilization. Contax G series lenses were launched in 1994 to support the company’s G1 and G2 rangefinder cameras. According to Techart, each of the lenses are light… Continue reading Techart Releases First-Ever Contax G to Nikon Z Autofocus Adapter

How Tarryn Goldman Used a Fish Tank to Make Beautiful Photos

Fact: art inspires art. It’s true! When we featured photographer Tarryn Goldman a while back, you folks adored her work. And today, she’s back with something else. She’s done a series called “Submerged” where she drew inspiration from things that are, well, submerged! Playing with water in photos is always fun. But when you add… Continue reading How Tarryn Goldman Used a Fish Tank to Make Beautiful Photos

The Best Olympus Cameras for any photographer

Olympus Best for professionals Olympus OM- E-M1X Check Price The full-sized body balances big lenses nicely. Best for videos Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III Check Price It offers many of the same features as the flagship camera. Best for traveling Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV Check Price It may be small, but it’s no slouch… Continue reading The Best Olympus Cameras for any photographer

Wicked Sharpness, Beautiful Bokeh: Leica Summicron M 90mm f2 Review

While the nifty fifty gets all the attention, a 90mm prime brings that bokeh in closer. The Leica M-mount system doesn’t have any shortage of 90mm options. The Leica Summicron M 90mm f2 is brighter than the company’s Macro f4, yet less than half the price of the Summilux M 90mm f1.5 ASPH. It brings… Continue reading Wicked Sharpness, Beautiful Bokeh: Leica Summicron M 90mm f2 Review

Beautifully Made Luxury Telephoto: Leica M 135mm F3.4 Review

The Leica M 135mm f3.4 is one of the longest lenses in Leica’s beloved M mount system. As such, it brings more background separation and the ability to get in close without physically being close. The lens, formally known as the Leica APO Telyt M 135mm f3.4, brings several key features that I’ve come to… Continue reading Beautifully Made Luxury Telephoto: Leica M 135mm F3.4 Review

Want Some Really Special Lens Flare? Here’s How You Can Get It!

It seems like tons of lens and camera manufacturers want to get rid of lens flare as much as possible. But some companies are trying to give it back to us in various different ways. Lens flare can add a cinematic look to your images. And best of all, you can do it cheaper and… Continue reading Want Some Really Special Lens Flare? Here’s How You Can Get It!