Digital Photography Review Newsletter: Wednesday, 9 July 2014

	Digital Photography Review Newsletter Wednesday, 9 July 2014 The most popular weekly photography newsletter, with over 300,000 subscribers
Welcome to the 517th Digital Photography Review newsletter. So how about that Germany / Brazil match, eh? A 7-1 defeat that within minutes had spawned several Internet memes and an oddly moving Tumblr page. Meanwhile (ahem...) in the world of digital cameras, we've been working hard on Panasonic's latest superzoom, the FZ1000 and Nikon's V3, and we published pretty big updates to our ongoing reviews of both cameras recently. We also added a lot more pictures to our gallery of real-world samples from the Leica T, and Richard spent some time setting the record straight about equivalence. Here are a few content highlights from the past few days: Shooting Experience: Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 Panasonic's latest superzoom camera, the Lumix DMC-FZ1000 offers a highly attractive feature set. Based around a 25-400mm equivalent zoom and a large 1"-type CMOS sensor the FZ1000 combines a very useful zoom range with excellent image quality in stills and video mode. We're working our way through a full review right now, and we've just added a shooting experience page to our detailed first-impressions review. Click here to read about our experience shooting with the Panasonic FZ1000 What is equivalence and why should I care? Equivalence, at its most simple, is a way of comparing different formats (sensor sizes) on a common basis. Sounds straightforward enough, but the concept is still somewhat controversial and not always clearly understood. We thought it was about time we explained - and demonstrated - what equivalence means and what it doesn't. Read our article 'what is equivalence and why should I care?' Leica T (Typ 701) Real-world Samples We've updated our already healthy-sized gallery of real-world Leica T samples, bringing the grand total up to 97 images. The T (Typ 701) is a mirrorless interchangeable lens camera with autofocus, the first in the T-system. It offers a 16MP APS-C sensor and features a large touch screen complemented by two command dials. See how it performs in the real world. Click here to read our article 'Nikon D810: What you Need to Know' A look at the Lomography Petzval 85mm F2.2 lens Lomography isn't a company we've historically talked about much on DPReview; with its emphasis on low-fi, 'shoot from the hip' photography using plastic film cameras, it's a long way from the typical interests of our readers. But last year the company came up with an interesting idea: to recreate a classic 19th century portrait lens for modern SLRs. The result is the Petzval 85mm F2.2, which is available now to fit Canon or Nikon SLRs. So what's it like? Click here to read our overview of the Lomography Petzval 85mm F2.2 lens What's coming up? Our reviews of the Nikon 1 V3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 are very near to completion, and we're also working on the Panasonic GH4. As well as the usual churn of news and features we'll be publishing studio samples from the Leica T in the next few days as well. A note for our registered users - the DxO FilmPack 3 software giveaway has been extended to July 20th, so if you haven't claimed your free download code, you still have time. Just follow the instructions in your private message. See you next week! Barney WTD #1212   GearShop update - a message from the team The recent compact superzoom battle has brought two top models into the ring. Available for purchase right now (with free 2-day delivery) is the Sony Cyber-Shot RX10. Its capable zoom equivalent 24-200mm (and fixed F2.8) lens, and built-in ND filter make it a contender really worth considering. In the other corner is the recently-announced (and shipping soon) Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000. Sporting an equivalent zoom range of 24-400mm, 4k video output, and a silent shutter option this camera is slated to deliver knock-out performance. You can secure your place in line to have one shipped to you as soon as they are released. Until next week - the GearShop Team
News updates Shooting Experience: Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 Published on Tuesday, July 8, 2014 7:28:00 PM GMT Panasonic's latest superzoom camera, the Lumix DMC-FZ1000 offers a highly attractive feature set. Based around a 25-400mm equivalent zoom and a large 1"-type CMOS sensor the FZ1000 combines a very useful zoom range with excellent image quality in stills and video mode. We're working our way through a full review right now, and we've just added a shooting experience page to our detailed first-impressions review. Read more Read full story → ZTE announces Nubia Z7 with 5.5-inch QHD display Published on Tuesday, July 8, 2014 3:43:00 PM GMT Chinese smartphone manufacturer ZTE has launched its latest high-end model and looking at the Nubia Z7's specifications it's clear the new model aims to compete at the very top of the market. The Nubia comes with a 13MP imaging sensor in its camera module, its lens boasts an F2.0 maximum aperture and an optical image stabilization system is available for keeping things steady in low light. Click through to read more at connect.dpreview.com Read full story → Nikon 1 V3 stock shortage prompts official apology Published on Tuesday, July 8, 2014 12:00:00 AM GMT The Nikon 1 V3 has been out of stock with many retailers online and elsewhere, making the mirrorless camera hard to come by. The duration of the stock shortage has prompted an apology from Nikon Japan, which it recently posted on its website. Read more Read full story → UPDATED: Sony's curved sensors may allow for simpler lenses and better images Published on Monday, July 7, 2014 11:11:00 PM GMT UPDATE: Sony has released an image taken with its curved sensor, and provided more details on what we might expect from its curved sensor technology. We've updated our previous story with this image and details. Read more Read full story → Canon introduces mobile print solution for Android 4.4.2 and HP Slate Published on Monday, July 7, 2014 6:02:00 PM GMT Canon's printer division has announced Canon Print Service, a software plug-in for your mobile device that allows you to print to compatible Canon printers via a Wi-Fi connection. The service is available for Android devices running version 4.4.2 or newer and select HP Slate devices. Read more Read full story → What is equivalence and why should I care? Published on Monday, July 7, 2014 10:00:00 AM GMT Equivalence, at its most simple, is a way of comparing different formats (sensor sizes) on a common basis. Sounds straightforward enough, but the concept is still somewhat controversial and not always clearly understood. We thought it was about time we explained - and demonstrated - what equivalence means and what it doesn't. Learn more Read full story → Leica T Typ 701 real-world samples gallery updated Published on Monday, July 7, 2014 10:00:00 AM GMT We've updated our already healthy-sized gallery of real-world Leica T samples, bringing the grand total up to 97 images. The T (Typ 701) is a mirrorless interchangeable lens camera with autofocus, the first in the T-system. It offers a 16MP APS-C sensor and features a large touch screen complemented by two command dials. See how it performs in the real world. See gallery Read full story → A Portrait of Invention: David Friedman's 'Inventor' Series Published on Sunday, July 6, 2014 11:00:00 AM GMT Photographer David Friedman has been photographing inventors since 2008. During the course of that time he has sat down with 47 men and women who have their names on patents for products as diverse as cellphones, US Navy antennas and 'Squirt-gun Shoes'. We spoke to David recently about his project - read what he has to say and take a look at a selection of images. See gallery Read full story → Horst's creative processes revealed in London exhibition Published on Sunday, July 6, 2014 9:00:00 AM GMT Horst's contact sheets, sketches and inspiration are set to go on show at an exhibition planned by London's Victoria and Albert museum for the end of this year. Horst: Photographer of Style is described by the museum as a 'definitive retrospective' of the German photographer's work, and will cover a range of styles and subjects taken between his move to Paris in the 1930s and the end of his life in 1999. Read more Read full story → Beyond the ordinary: Tim Dodd's Everyday Astronaut Published on Saturday, July 5, 2014 10:00:00 AM GMT Many kids dream of becoming an astronaut. While few of us will ever go on a space walk, photographer Tim Dodd has done what might be the next best thing - he bought his own space suit. His was the only bid in an online auction for a Russian high altitude space suit, and he's turned this unusual purchase into a clever photo series. Titled 'Everyday Astronaut,' he transforms the everyday into something a little otherworldly. See gallery Read full story → What The Duck #1212 Published on Friday, July 4, 2014 9:00:00 PM GMT We've come to the end of another week here at dpreview, and as our thoughts drift to weekend shooting opportunities, it's time to take things a little less seriously. Aaron Johnson's comic strip 'What the Duck' is just the thing, taking a gently satirical look through the lens of a photographically inclined waterfowl. You can find it published here (and in our newsletter) every week; we hope you enjoy it, and your weekend. Read full story → Blast from the past: Photographing steam locomotives Published on Friday, July 4, 2014 10:00:00 AM GMT Matthew Malkiewicz is what you might call a vintage train enthusiast. Fascinated with trains since his childhood, he's been photographing steam locomotives since a trip to Colorado in 2005 reignited his interests in trains and photography. His photos capture the old-world charm and romanticism that these steam-powered machines evoke. He answered a few questions about his work - see more of his photos and learn about his process. See gallery Read full story → Canon and Microsoft sign patent agreement Published on Thursday, July 3, 2014 7:11:00 PM GMT It appears we can expect an increased interchange of technologies between imaging giant Canon and software maker Microsoft in the near future, thanks to to a patent agreement that was signed by the two parties on Wednesday. Though the brief statement issued by Microsoft doesn't reveal much, it appears that Canon imaging technology may be used in future Lumia smartphones made by Nokia. Learn more Read full story → Peak Design Kickstarter offers 'hassle-free' Slide and Clutch straps Published on Thursday, July 3, 2014 5:13:00 PM GMT San Francisco-based Peak Design will release a couple of new camera straps, the Slide and Clutch, in October following a successful funding campaign on Kickstarter. The Slide is a quick-connecting shoulder strap for cameras of any size, while the Clutch is a smaller hand strap designed for use regardless of whether the camera has a battery grip. Read more Read full story → Getting off the ground: Cheap drones for photography Published on Thursday, July 3, 2014 10:00:00 AM GMT With the popularity of drone photography ever increasing, curious hobbyists may be looking for a way to try it out without spending a lot. It's not the most expensive hobby you could pick, but $1000 for a DJI Phantom II and a GoPro Hero3+ is about the same cost as a mid-range camera and lens. Low-cost drones with built-in cameras seem like a great option for the curious. But do the price benefits outweigh the inevitable image quality and usability tradeoffs that come with a cheaper quad? Read more Read full story → Sony drops list price of Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 Published on Wednesday, July 2, 2014 5:43:00 PM GMT Sony has lowered the price of its Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 premium superzoom. The MSRP in the US is now $998, down from $1299, and prices in Europe have dropped as well (though it's unclear if they're official). It's not known if this was a planned price reduction, or a reaction to the Panasonic FZ1000 which is about to hit store shelves at a list price of $899. Read more Read full story → A look at the Lomography Petzval 85mm F2.2 lens Published on Wednesday, July 2, 2014 2:00:00 PM GMT Lomography isn't a company we've historically talked about much on DPReview; with its emphasis on low-fi, 'shoot from the hip' photography using plastic film cameras, it's a long way from the typical interests of our readers. But last year the company came up with an interesting idea: to recreate a classic 19th century portrait lens for modern SLRs. The result is the Petzval 85mm F2.2, which is available now to fit Canon or Nikon SLRs. So what's it like? Read more Read full story → Android L to feature Raw shooting and added manual camera controls Published on Wednesday, July 2, 2014 12:01:00 AM GMT Details were thin from Google I/O last week about Android's plans for camera updates in its next OS release. Now with a developer preview of the new OS available, more information has emerged about what we can expect from Android's camera capabilities. Raw image capture is on the way, along with additional manual exposure controls. Read more Read full story →
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