Digital Photography Review Newsletter: Wednesday, January 1, 2020

The Digital Photography Review Newsletter for Wednesday, January 1, 2020

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Welcome to the 792nd DPReview Newsletter And indeed the final newsletter of the 2019! Or the first newsletter of 2020 - depending on when you read it.  You'll find a link to our article covering the most clicked-on cameras of 2019 below, but not only is this the end of the year, it's also the end of the decade. As such, DPReview's two 10-year veterans (that would be me and fellow Brit Richard Butler) wrote a couple of personal articles looking back on our ten years in the photo industry. Meanwhile, Chris and Jordan are looking ahead to 2020. I hope you all have a safe and happy new year, and we'll see you in the next decade. Barney 2010-2019: The decade in review - the camera industry Senior Editor Barney Britton reflects on the changes he's witnessed covering the photography industry for the past ten years – a period during which consumer digital photography came of age. Read more 2010-2019: The decade in review - technological advancements Technical Editor Richard Butler takes a look at the technological leaps forward he's seen while covering the industry for the past decade, with autofocus capabilities and video capture leading the way. Read more These were the most-clicked-on cameras in 2019 Only four of the top ten most-viewed cameras by DPReview readers in 2019 were announced this year. The Fujifilm X-T3 – announced in September 2018 – tops the list of products that DPReview readers were most interested in learning more about. See which cameras you clicked-on most in 2019 2019 Gear of The Year - our favorite cameras and lenses Every year the DPReview editorial team sits down to pick our personal favorite gear of the past 12 months. From phones to drones, to high-end mirrorless cameras, read this years' articles via the link below. Read our 2019 Gear of the Year articles

News updates Video: Billie Eilish parody music video 'Gear Guy' is made for filmmakers and photographers Published Tuesday, December 31, 2019 8:00:00 PM GMT Ring in the new year with a laugh thanks to this parody music video that pokes fun at photographers who might just suffer from Gear Acquisition Syndrome, less affectionately referred to as G.A.S. Tiffen announces ND filter kits for the DJI Mavic Mini drone Published Tuesday, December 31, 2019 3:28:00 PM GMT To date, DJI doesn't have neutral-density (ND) filters available for their Mavic Mini drone. Tiffen has announced a series of compatible ND filters that will be available in January. COSYSPEED is crowdfunding to create first 'Made in Africa' camera lens pouches Published Tuesday, December 31, 2019 3:25:00 PM GMT German company COSYSPEED is raising money on Indiegogo to give young mothers work, sewing lens pouches, in the world's poorest country. DPReview TV: Introducing new host Liam Drake! Published Tuesday, December 31, 2019 3:00:00 PM GMT Please welcome our newest DPReview TV host, Liam Drake. Liam comes to us from Calgary, Alberta, mostly because that's where his parents live. Watch his first camera review and let us know what you think! This DIY 'digiObscura' digital camera features a massive 1-kilopixel image sensor Published Monday, December 30, 2019 8:32:00 PM GMT Industrious YouTuber Sean Hodgins has built his own digital camera from scratch, including its huge 1-kilopixel image sensor. Lexar is showing off a PCIe 4.0 SSD with 7GB/s read sequential speeds Published Monday, December 30, 2019 7:28:00 PM GMT The drive is currently a prototype, but Wccf reports it ‘is planned to be available in 512GB, 1TB, and 2TB capacities’ when it inevitably drops. CAMERADACTYL creator launches Kickstarter campaign offering camera files for 3D printers Published Monday, December 30, 2019 6:29:00 PM GMT The CAMERADACTYL Brancopan is a 3D-printed panoramic camera that supports Mamiya Press lenses and 35mm film. Anker announces the first MFi certified LED flash cube for iPhone 11, 11 Pro devices Published Monday, December 30, 2019 3:41:00 PM GMT The new 'iPhone LED Flash' from Anker will work natively with iOS' built-in camera app, as well as third-party camera apps. It's rated for up to 10,000 flashes on a single charge and is set to cost $50 when it's released next month. 2010-2019: The decade in review - technological advancements Published Monday, December 30, 2019 2:00:00 PM GMT Technical Editor Richard Butler takes a look at the technological leaps forward he's seen while covering the industry for the past decade, with autofocus capabilities and video capture leading the way. 2010-2019: The decade in review - the camera industry Published Monday, December 30, 2019 2:00:00 PM GMT Senior Editor Barney Britton reflects on the changes he's witnessed covering the photography industry for the past ten years – a period during which consumer digital photography came of age. These were the most-clicked-on cameras in 2019 Published Sunday, December 29, 2019 2:00:00 PM GMT Only four of the top ten most-viewed cameras by DPReview readers in 2019 were announced this year. The Fujifilm X-T3 – announced in September 2018 – tops the list of products that DPReview readers were most interested in learning more about. LEGO Ideas design recreates the iconic Nikon F3 out of plastic bricks Published Saturday, December 28, 2019 6:12:00 PM GMT A recent LEGO Ideas submission showcases the iconic Nikon F3 SLR camera as an incredibly detailed LEGO kit featuring more than 500 pieces. These are the next lenses you should buy for your new Micro Four Thirds camera Published Saturday, December 28, 2019 2:00:00 PM GMT From pocket-sized prime lenses to fast zooms designed to weather the elements, there are lenses of all shapes and sizes for Micro Four Thirds shooters. If you've recently acquired one of these cameras then we've got some ideas for your next lens. FAA releases 'Notice of Proposed Rulemaking' for Remote ID on drones Published Friday, December 27, 2019 8:41:00 PM GMT After many years, the FAA has finally announced their long-awaited Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) for the Remote Identification of Unmanned Aircraft Systems The Animaionic docking station transforms Mac Mini into a workstation for professionals Published Friday, December 27, 2019 6:32:00 PM GMT A Kickstarter campaign seeks funds for Animaionic, a docking station with external GPU and SSD support for transforming the Mac Mini into a workstation. Darktable 3.0 released with new features, bug fixes and major GUI update Published Friday, December 27, 2019 6:10:00 PM GMT The latest major version of Darktable, the free alternative to Adobe Lightroom, is now available to download on desktop. These are the next lenses you should buy for your new APS-C Sony mirrorless camera Published Friday, December 27, 2019 2:00:00 PM GMT If a Sony a6000-series camera found its way into your hands this season you're already well-equipped to take some great photos. But nothing opens up new possibilities like another lens – here are our suggestions for APS-C Sony mirrorless cameras. These are the next lenses you should buy for your new Fujifilm mirrorless camera Published Friday, December 27, 2019 2:00:00 PM GMT Maybe you were gifted a Fujifilm X-mount camera like the X-A7 or X-T30, or you treated yourself to an X-T3 for being extra good this year. In either case, we've got some suggestions when you're ready for your next lens purchase. Canon's RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM will get a firmware update to fix the focusing issue next month Published Thursday, December 26, 2019 6:31:00 PM GMT Canon has acknowledged an issue with its RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM lens that may result in a 'slightly front-focused' image and has promised to release a firmware fix for it in January 2020. DPReview TV: 2019 New Year's Resolutions Published Thursday, December 26, 2019 4:05:00 PM GMT It's been a great year for new product launches but not all of Chris and Jordan's gear dreams came true. As such, they have some grievances to air and you're going to hear about it! The year in photos: Jordan Drake and the art of crying Published Thursday, December 26, 2019 3:00:00 PM GMT You've seen it in photos and videos – DPReview TV host Jordan Drake curled up in a ball on the ground. What's the backstory behind these photos? We look back at a year of Jordan coming to grips with his inner demons. These are the next lenses you should buy for your new DX-format Nikon DSLR Published Thursday, December 26, 2019 2:00:00 PM GMT If you're the proud new owner of a DX-format camera like the Nikon D3500 or D5600, congratulations! The fun is just beginning. We've got some ideas for your next lens purchase when you're ready to expand your kit. These are the next lenses you should buy for your new APS-C Canon DSLR Published Thursday, December 26, 2019 2:00:00 PM GMT Canon DSLRs like the EOS SL3 (EOS 250D in many countries) or T7 (EOS 2000D) are great entry points into the world of interchangeable lens cameras. If you've just acquired one of these or another APS-C Canon DSLR, here are some suggestions for your next lens purchase. Your first interchangeable lens camera: a beginner's guide Published Wednesday, December 25, 2019 2:00:00 PM GMT Just getting started with your first interchangeable lens camera? Don't be intimidated – we're here to help.

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