A Tale of Two Camera Reviews

View in Browser August 10, 2025 Outside of our reviews of the Sony DSC-RX1R III and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1RII, we'd like to think that this week's biggest news was introducing our new community manager, Mathew Anderson.  It's one of many exciting new investments we're making to support what we believe is the best camera and photography-focused community on the Internet, so stay tuned for more details soon.  And as always, we hope you enjoy all of our coverage this week, and thank you for supporting our work.  — Ben Highlights High-res hybrid: Panasonic Lumix DC-S1RII review Our in-depth look at the S1RII, updated to discuss its video capabilities. Sony DSC-RX1R III review The Sony RX1R III is the smallest full-frame fixed lens camera on the market, with a 61MP sensor and 35mm F2 lens. But can it justify its eye-watering price-tag? Investing in the DPReview community: meet our new Community Manager DPReview is making a major investment in our forums with our first-ever full-time Community Manager. Canon RF 20mm F1.4 L VCM sample gallery: fast and wide Test shots from Canon's wide-angle F1.4 prime. Protect your gear: a photographer's guide to insurance For many photographers, dedicated insurance for their gear is a smart move. Here's what you need to know about coverage for your camera equipment. How to safely clean your camera sensor at home For most photographers, dust on the sensor is an inevitable fact of life. Cleaning that sensor isn't as scary as it may seem, though. The DPReview team picks a camera for our new Community Manager When he joined, Mathew Anderson asked if we had any opinions on which camera he should get. We asked how much time he had. Road Trip: the August Editors' photo challenge is open for submissions Show us your favorite road trip photos for a chance to be featured on the DPReview homepage later this month. News Updates Meike's latest autofocus lens is a 24mm F1.4 for L, Z and E mount The full-frame lens features a customizable button, aperture ring and more. TTArtisan's new full-frame 'normal' lens is fast and cheap The AF 40mm F2 costs just $168 and is available for Sony E and Nikon Z mount. Tamron's APS-C ultra-zoom lens is now available for Canon and Nikon Tamron has announced pricing and availability for the 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD. Film Friday: A modern take on the Polaroid SX-70 folding camera is coming A company has announced it is creating a new folding camera inspired by the Polaroid SX-70.   Further Reading   • Marshawn Lynch stiff arms Seahawks RB as credentialed photographer - USA Today • Months after Eaton Fire, photographer gives hope — and rebuilding — a chance - LAist   • Realtors Are Using AI Images of Homes They're Selling. Comparing Them to the Real Thing Will Make You Mad as Hell - Futurism   • Universal Pictures to Big Tech: We'll Sue If You Steal Our Movies For AI - The Hollywood Reporter   DPReview 276 5th Avenue, Suite 704 - 3126 New York, NY 10001 You received this email because you subscribed to the Digital Photography Review weekly newsletter. To update your preferences, click here. To unsubscribe, click here. Alternatively, log into dpreview and visit your user profile settings, uncheck the Newsletter Subscription checkbox, then click on Save changes. Click here to forward to a friend. If you're new to this newsletter, you can subscribe here.  Preferences |  Advertise | Privacy Policy | Do Not Sell My Personal Information 2025 DPReview. All Rights Reserved.