Digital Photography Review Newsletter: Thursday, January 26, 2023

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Thursday is here, so it’s time for another DPReview newsletter! Here’s a round-up of our latest news and features from the photo world. Earlier in the week, we shared a hands-on review of the intriguing NONS SL660 Instax Square camera, as well as a final review of the Canon EOS R6 Mark II by DPReview TV. Erez Marom then kicked off the week with ‘Part 7’ of his ‘Landscape Composition’ and we followed it up with a brief explainer on our decision to not switch to Fujifilm’s new 56mm F1.2 WR lens as our X-mount studio lens. Nikon kept the middle of the week interesting with a new firmware update for the Z50 and DPReview’s Jason Hendardy shared the features he’d most like to see in a proper hybrid camera. Don’t forget to check out our featured stories below, as well as a comprehensive collection of everything we’ve published this week. Gannon DPReview TV: Canon EOS R6 Mark II Final Review Chris and Jordan have shared their final thoughts on Canon’s latest full-frame mirrorless camera system, the EOS R6 Mark II. Check out the video and accompanying sample gallery to see how the second-generation camera performs. What DPReview’s Jason Hendardy wants to see in future hybrid cameras DPReview’s Jason Hendardy, as part of DPReview’s ‘Finer Points’ series, has shared a comprehensive lsit of features he’d like to see in future hybrid cameras. Amongst his requests is the option for selecting the shutter angle for recording, as well as 32-bit float audio support for improved audio management. The importance of the sky in landscape photographs DPReview contributor Erez Marom shared Par 7 of his ongoing ‘Landscape Composition’ series. In this article, Marom discusses the role the sky plays in landscape compositions. Cosina’s Voigtländer 50mm F1 Aspherical lens is coming to Nikon Z-mount cameras The new ultrafast manual prime for Nikon Z-mount cameras is essentially a re-mounted version of Cosina’s existing Voigtländer 50mm F1 Aspherical lens for Leica M-mount cameras. No pricing has been shared at this time, but the lens will be available next month.

News updates Formula 1 POV: All F1 drivers to wear Driver's Eye micro cameras inside their visors in 2023 Published Thursday, January 26, 2023 4:50:00 PM GMT The tiny cameras, which weigh just 1.4g, fit inside the padding of a driver's helmet, offering viewers at home an eye-level perspective as F1 cars race through the corners of the world's most exciting race tracks. In 2023, all drivers will be required to wear the cameras. OM Digital Solutions teases product announcement, believed to be a new 90mm F3.5 2x macro lens Published Wednesday, January 25, 2023 8:15:00 PM GMT The announcement is believed to be the M.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm F3.5 Macro IS Pro lens, which was confirmed on the OM System roadmap last year. Cosina's Voigtländer 50mm F1 Aspherical lens will soon be available with a native Nikon Z-mount Published Wednesday, January 25, 2023 4:38:00 PM GMT The new ultrafast prime for Nikon Z-mount cameras is a re-worked version of Cosina's existing Voigtländer 50mm F1 Aspherical lens for Leica M-mount cameras. Finer Points: What would you want to see in a hybrid camera? For me it’s shutter angle and 32-bit float audio Published Wednesday, January 25, 2023 3:00:00 PM GMT There are plenty of hybrid cameras on the market, but often a user needs to choose between photo- or video-centric models in terms of features. Jason Hendardy explains why he would want to see shutter angle and 32-bit float audio as added features in cameras that highlight both photo and video functionalities. You can purchase custom high-res satellite imagery for under $200 Published Tuesday, January 24, 2023 10:58:00 PM GMT SkyFi's new Earth Observation service is now fully operational, allowing users to order custom high-resolution satellite imagery of any location on Earth using a network of more than 80 satellites. Nikon’s Z50 gets eye-detection AF for video with 2.40 firmware update Published Tuesday, January 24, 2023 4:34:00 PM GMT The firmware update adds eye-detection AF to video capture and improves autofocus performance in other modes. If it's cold outside, here's what you need to know to operate your drone safely Published Tuesday, January 24, 2023 3:00:00 PM GMT In some parts of the world, winter brings picturesque icy and snowy scenes. However, your drone's performance will be compromised in cold weather. Here are some tips for performing safe flights during the chilliest time of the year. Slideshow: Winning images from the 2022 Ocean Art Photo Competition Published Monday, January 23, 2023 8:09:00 PM GMT The winners of the Ocean Art Photo Competition 2022 have been announced, showcasing incredible sea-neries (see what we did there?) from around the globe. Laowa announces Proteus 2x anamorphic lenses for Super35 sensors Published Monday, January 23, 2023 3:45:00 PM GMT Venus Optics has announced a quartet of new anamorphic cine lenses for Super35 cameras, the Proteus 2x series. The 2x anamorphic lenses promise ease of use, accessibility and high-end performance for enthusiast and professional video applications. Testing the Fujifilm 56mm F1.2 WR for use as our studio lens Published Monday, January 23, 2023 3:00:00 PM GMT We've shot the new Fujinon XF 56mm F1.2R WR lens against the original 56mm F1.2R, to check whether we should switch the lens we use for our studio test scene or maintain consistency. Landscape Composition – Part 7: the Thing About Sky Published Sunday, January 22, 2023 3:00:00 PM GMT Nature photographer Erez Marom continues his series about landscape composition by discussing the multifaceted role played by the sky in a landscape image. Canon EOS R6 Mark II Sample Gallery (DPReview TV) Published Sunday, January 22, 2023 3:00:00 PM GMT Check out some of our full resolution Canon EOS R6 Mark II photos, captured over the holidays and in the mountains. DPReview TV: Canon EOS R6 Mark II Final Review Published Saturday, January 21, 2023 3:00:00 PM GMT After weeks with a production Canon EOS R6 Mark II, Chris and Jordan get into more detail than they could in their initial review. Film Friday: A hands-on review of the NONS SL660 SLR-style Instax Square camera Published Friday, January 20, 2023 5:11:00 PM GMT The NONS SL660 is an Instax Square instant camera with an interchangeable lens design. It's made of CNC-milled aluminum alloy, has an SLR-style viewfinder, and retails for a $600. We've gone hands-on to see what it's like to shoot with. Fly the same route again and again for creative video with DJI's Waypoints Published Friday, January 20, 2023 2:00:00 PM GMT Recently, DJI made Waypoints available for their Mavic 3 series of drones, bringing a formerly high-end feature to the masses. We'll look at what this flight mode is and why you should use it. How astrophotographer Bray Falls helped to confirm the discovery of the Andromeda Oxygen Arc and what's next Published Thursday, January 19, 2023 7:42:00 PM GMT Astrophotographer Bray Falls was asked to help verify the discovery of the Andromeda Oxygen arc. He describes his process for verification, the equipment he used and where astronomers should point their telescopes next.

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