3 Fantastic Lenses to Adapt To Canon RF Cameras You’ll Love

If you’re one of those photographers that owns a Canon DSLR but is afraid to move to mirrorless, you’ve come to the right place. What we’re doing today is something just for you. Got an old Canon EF lens? Well, we’re feeding your intentions a bit more. If you’re wanting to adapt a lens to… Continue reading 3 Fantastic Lenses to Adapt To Canon RF Cameras You’ll Love

10 photographers share what PopPhoto means to them

Popular Photography was founded in 1937 and published a monthly magazine up through 2016. Popular Photography In the 84 years PopPhoto has been chronicling the evolution of photography, the ways we’ve tested new gear, tutored our readers and documented the culture of taking pictures have shifted in lockstep with the state of the industry. What’s… Continue reading 10 photographers share what PopPhoto means to them

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

Nikon’s new 800mm lens will be lighter, smaller, and cheaper thanks to Phase Fresnel optics

Nikon’s currently available 500mm f/5.6E PF ED VR lens relies on the same phase fresnel optics to keep its size and cost down. Nikon Earlier this week, Nikon introduced its new $1,200 28-75mm f/2.8 standard zoom lens, which we’re stoked to try out. The company also tucked a small tidbit about an upcoming lens in… Continue reading Nikon’s new 800mm lens will be lighter, smaller, and cheaper thanks to Phase Fresnel optics

2021 Pop Awards: The year’s best camera and photo gear

Dan Bracaglia A lot has changed in the photography world since we last rounded up the best new photo gear of the year. Mirrorless cameras have elbowed out DSLRs in popularity, smartphone cameras have become more capable than ever thanks to computational learning, Olympus no longer exists as a camera brand, and interest in film… Continue reading 2021 Pop Awards: The year’s best camera and photo gear

Welcome to the ‘new’ PopPhoto

Stan Horaczek It’s been nearly five years since the final print issue of Popular Photography landed on newsstands. We could wax on about how much photography has changed in that time—how the pace of technical innovation has quickened to the point that more has shifted since we last had a dedicated editorial team than in… Continue reading Welcome to the ‘new’ PopPhoto

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

Tiny Lens Meets Unique Design: Leica Macro Elmar 90mm Review

The Leica M system has several great portrait lenses. The Leica Macro Elmar 90mm f4, however, is often overlooked. While it doesn’t have the f2 of the Summicron, this 90mm is incredibly tiny, focuses in closer, and comes in a little less expensive. The build is a bit different than most M mount lenses, with… Continue reading Tiny Lens Meets Unique Design: Leica Macro Elmar 90mm Review

Nikon Z 28-75mm f/2.8 is the fast, affordable standard zoom we’ve been waiting for

The Z 28-75mm f/2.8 is an affordable alternative to the brand’s high-end Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S. Nikon The $1,200 Nikon Z 28-75mm f/2.8 is a more affordable alternative to the brand’s $2,300 Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S lens .  Who it’s for The compact and lightweight design coupled with a versatile focal range should make this… Continue reading Nikon Z 28-75mm f/2.8 is the fast, affordable standard zoom we’ve been waiting for

3 Lenses for Vacation Photography Any Sony Photographer Would Love

Still trying to figure out what to bring with you to enjoy some rest and relaxation? Well, you should obviously bring your camera! And trust us, the selection of lenses for vacation photography isn’t all that difficult. You need something weather-resistant, affordable, small, lightweight, and with excellent image quality. But most importantly, you need something… Continue reading 3 Lenses for Vacation Photography Any Sony Photographer Would Love