Digital Photography Review Newsletter: Thursday, April 5, 2018

The Digital Photography Review Newsletter for Thursday, April 5, 2018

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Welcome to the 705th DPReview Newsletter! Over the past few days we've been finishing up our transcriptions of the interviews we conducted at CP+, and working on some of the new cameras that have been announced this year. A reviewable Canon EOS M50 arrived in our office recently, and we've already posted a gallery of samples and a quick investigation into its new .CR3 Raw format. Watch this space for a full review soon. We just received a Pentax K-1 II and a Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200, too, and we're hoping to publish sample images and more from both of those cameras in the next few days. Mano a mono(chrom): the humbling of a color-only photographer After 15 years of shooting strictly in color, I took a Leica Monochrom on our recent trip to Japan. I won't say that it was always a fun experience, but it was definitely interesting - and probably good for my photography. Read more about my experience shooting with the Leica Monochrom (Typ 246) Quick look: Canon's new compressed Raw format Inside Canon's new EOS M50 lies a new Raw format dubbed CR3, and with it, an option to record compact C-Raw files that are 30-40% smaller than their losslessly compressed CR2 equivalents. But what – if any – impact does that have on image quality for everyday shooting? Let's find out. Take a look inside Canon's new .CRW Raw format Canon EOS M50 sample gallery The Canon EOS M50 is an approachable, mid-range mirrorless camera. While there's plenty that looks familiar about the M50, there are significant differences in the details compared to its predecessor. Check out our gallery of samples from the Canon EOS M50 CP+ 2018: Panasonic interview At this year's CP+ show in Yokohama, Japan, we talked in-depth with Panasonic about the company's new Lumix G9 and GH5S cameras and its increased emphasis on stills capture as well as high-quality 4K video. Read our full interview with Panasonic executives CP+ 2018: Olympus interview At last month's CP+ show in Yokohama, we met up with Shigemi Sugimoto, head of Olympus's imaging business unit. He explained where he sees the most opportunity for Olympus, and how his company will continue to differentiate itself from the competition. Read our interview with Shigemi Sugimoto of Olympus

News updates Leica will increase its prices in the US starting May 1st Published Wednesday, April 4, 2018 9:58:00 PM GMT Leica's prices are about to go up in the USA. Starting May 1st, expect to pay hundreds more for 66 different Leica products including most Leica M cameras, nearly all Leica M lenses and more. Adobe Premiere Pro CC just got some really useful AI-powered features Published Wednesday, April 4, 2018 6:54:00 PM GMT Adobe has updated Premiere Pro CC and After Effects CC with some cool new features, including an AI-powered Color Match and color grading split-view that will save video editors a ton of time when color grading their footage. Behind the scenes with some incredible camera robots Published Wednesday, April 4, 2018 5:58:00 PM GMT YouTuber Marques Brownlee recently took a trip to Portland, OR to learn about (and play around with) Motorized Precision's incredible camera robots. Watch as they create shots no human camera operator could hope to duplicate. Huawei P20 Pro hands-on: 3x zoom lens leaves the competition behind Published Wednesday, April 4, 2018 1:00:00 PM GMT A few days testing Huawei's new flagship device has us convinced that it's the most advanced smartphone camera to date. Free Atomos Shogun Inferno update will let you capture 5.7K RAW on the Panasonic EVA1 Published Tuesday, April 3, 2018 10:56:00 PM GMT Atomos is preparing an AtomOS update that will enable the Shogun Inferno and Sumo19 HDR monitor/recorders to pull 5.7K Raw video out of the popular Super 35 Panasonic AU-EVA 1. Best of all, the upgrade is free. Intel unveils Core i9 laptop CPU, promises 'ultimate' content creation experience Published Tuesday, April 3, 2018 9:25:00 PM GMT Intel's 8th Generation Core i9 laptop CPU promises 'ultimate' performance for video and photo editors working with massive files on the go. And if that's a bit too rich for your blood, the new 8th Gen Core-i7 chips also got a substantial boost. Japan's NHK will demo an 8K camera that can shoot 240fps slow motion at NAB 2018 Published Tuesday, April 3, 2018 6:23:00 PM GMT Japanese broadcasting organization NHK has developed a slow motion camera that can shoot 8K at 240fps, and they'll be showing it off at NAB 2018 alongside their new 8K transmission and VR technologies. The Gnarbox 2.0 SSD lets you backup photos, make selects, review footage and more Published Tuesday, April 3, 2018 3:18:00 PM GMT The new Gnarbox lets you backup your work in the field, review and rough-cut footage, cull and edit images, showcase selects, and seamlessly transition all of this into your professional workflow once you're back in the studio. Adobe releases 'massive update' to Camera Profiles in ACR and Lightroom Published Tuesday, April 3, 2018 1:17:00 PM GMT Adobe has launched a "massive update" to the Camera Profiles feature in Adobe Camera Raw, Lightroom CC and Lightroom Classic CC, adding six new Adobe RAW profiles, over 40 Creative profiles, and more. Mano a mono(chrom): the humbling of a color-only photographer Published Tuesday, April 3, 2018 1:00:00 PM GMT Shooting with the Leica Monochrom on a trip to Japan turned out to be an exercise in frustration, patience and plain old humility for DPR Senior Editor Barney Britton. CIPA: DSLRs outperformed mirrorless in February, compact cameras still tanking Published Monday, April 2, 2018 8:11:00 PM GMT CIPA has released its February report, which shows DSLR shipments pretty much flat, mirrorless camera shipments down by nearly 16%, and compact camera shipments down by almost 45%. Combined, that makes for a 27% drop in overall digital camera shipments. Sheriff's Deputy who shot photographer won't face criminal charges Published Monday, April 2, 2018 6:50:00 PM GMT The Sheriff's deputy who shot a Carlisle, OH photojournalist after mistakenly identifying his tripod and camera for a gun will not face criminal charges. The county successfully argued that the mixup was reasonable. Canon shows off full-frame sensor that shoots 100fps Full HD in 'exceptionally low-light' Published Monday, April 2, 2018 4:19:00 PM GMT The 2.2MP 35MMFHDXS full-frame CMOS sensor boasts huge 19μm pixels and special readout circuitry that allows it to capture 100fps slow motion in Full HD in "exceptionally low-light environments." Meyer Optik unveils Nocturnus III 50mm F0.95 with new mechanics and Leica M mount Published Monday, April 2, 2018 2:25:00 PM GMT Meyer Optik Gorlitz has redesigned its super-fast 50mm F0.95 lens both inside and out, and has added a Leica M mount option to the existing Fuji X and Sony E fittings. Quick look: Canon's new compressed Raw format Published Monday, April 2, 2018 1:00:00 PM GMT Inside Canon's new EOS M50 lies a new Raw format dubbed CR3, and with it, an option to record compact C-Raw files that are 30-40% smaller than their losslessly compressed CR2 equivalents. But what – if any – impact does that have on image quality for everyday shooting? Let's find out. Review: The Petzi Treat Cam is a camera with an integrated pet feeder Published Sunday, April 1, 2018 1:00:00 PM GMT As digital imaging technology finds its way into more consumer devices, we here at DPReview do our best to keep you on the cutting edge. With that in mind, here's our first official review of a camera that can also shoot dog treats across the room. Panasonic interview: "Our business philosophy is based on 'changing photography'" Published Saturday, March 31, 2018 1:00:00 PM GMT At this year's CP+ show in Yokohama, Japan, we talked in-depth with Panasonic about the company's new Lumix G9 and GH5S cameras and its increased emphasis on stills capture as well as high-quality 4K video. Fotopro Mogo flexible monopod kits are designed for various photography needs Published Friday, March 30, 2018 9:18:00 PM GMT Photo gear company Fotopro has launched a crowdfunding campaign for Mogo, a flexible monopod based on the Fotopro UFO. Mogo features flexible legs that can be wrapped around a rail or post or used on uneven surfaces. Pond5 and DJI to offer licensable collection of aerial footage Published Friday, March 30, 2018 8:58:00 PM GMT A new partnership between DJI and stock footage library Pond5 might make it easier for aerial photographers with Part 107 certification to connect with potential customers – and vice versa. Panasonic Lumix GX9 sample gallery updated Published Friday, March 30, 2018 1:00:00 PM GMT We're continuing to shoot with and test the Lumix GX9, Panasonic's latest rangefinder style Micro Four Thirds camera. Priced at $1000 with kit lens, the GX9 offers a 20MP sensor, 5-axis stabilization and promises a 90% reduction in shutter shock. The NiSi Prosories P1 Kit lets you attach square filters to your smartphone Published Thursday, March 29, 2018 7:48:00 PM GMT Square lens filters for your smartphone are now a reality. Say hello to the NiSi Prosories P1 Kit: a smartphone filter kit that includes a phone clip, medium graduated neutral density filter, polarizer, pouch, and holder. Video: Canon shows off its new 120MP APS-H CMOS sensor Published Thursday, March 29, 2018 6:22:00 PM GMT Canon's 120MXS APS-H CMOS sensor can capture 120MP at 9.4fps. To get an idea of just how much resolution that is, Canon created this demo video, that pits the 120MXS footage against regular 1080p HD from a Canon 1D Mark IV. Moment launches anamorphic lens and other gear for smartphone filmmakers Published Thursday, March 29, 2018 5:17:00 PM GMT Smartphone accessory maker Moment has launched a new product line targeted specifically at mobile filmmakers. The lineup includes an anamorphic lens, a gimbal counterweight, and a smartphone filter mount. GoPro unveils entry-level GoPro HERO action cam that costs just $199 Published Thursday, March 29, 2018 3:31:00 PM GMT The GoPro HERO is a pared down version of the HERO6 that boasts a solid feature set at an entry-level price. For just $200, users get a HERO action cam that shoots 1440/60p video and 10MP stills, can use GoPro's Quik Stories feature, and more. CP+ Olympus interview: "It’s time to enhance the imaging business" Published Thursday, March 29, 2018 1:00:00 PM GMT At last month's CP+ show in Yokohama, we met up with Shigemi Sugimoto, head of Olympus's imaging business unit. He explained where he sees the most opportunity for Olympus, and how his company will continue to differentiate itself from the competition.

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