First Look: I Took Sony's New 100-400mm f/4.5 GM OSS to an MLS Match
Sony has officially announced the new FE 100-400mm f/4.5 GM OSS, a super-telephoto zoom designed for wildlife, birding, sports, and photojournalism work.
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175+ Cameras and Virtual Chains: Inside Sony’s Massive Super Bowl LX Tech Blitz
Whether you’re a die-hard football fan or just watching Super Bowl LX for the multi-million-dollar commercials and the halftime show, there is one thing we can all agree on: the sheer scale of the production is staggering. This weekend, Super Bowl LX kicks off in San Francisco, and Sony is bringing an insane mountain of gear to ensure every single moment is captured in high definition.
The DZOFILM X-TRACT: Redefining What a Macro Probe Lens Can Do
When shooting macro cinematography, you quickly realize just how much the right lens shapes the storytelling process. Many probe lenses tend to either be too rigid in focal length, difficult to balance, or less practical for fast-paced setups.
First Look: Sony's Updated 85mm f/1.4 G Master II Lens
The long-awaited update to Sony's 85mm f/1.4 G Master lens is finally here, but are the updated optics, build, and performance worthy of an upgrade? Let's delve into the reasons why, for me, that answer is a resounding yes.
Real-Time MLS Soccer Coverage With the Sony a9 III and PDT-FP1
Get an inside look at what it takes to cover an MLS soccer match at the Seattle Sounders, featuring Sony's flagship a9 III global shutter full frame mirrorless camera, and the PDT-FP1, an all-new portable data transmitter for creators.
First Impressions: Sony ZV-E10 II and 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS II Lens
I recently had the good fortune of spending some time with Sony's latest ZV-E10 II camera and the updated version of their iconic APS-C zoom lens, the E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS II. Let's take a look at what makes Sony's latest ZV camera and compact vlogging lens so compelling for content creators.
Sony Releases Major Firmware Updates for a1, a7S III, a7 IV, and a9 III
The long-awaited firmware updates for the Sony Alpha a1 and a7S III are finally here! They're packing many requested features, new upgrades, and useful enhancements, but are they really the upgrades we were hoping for?
The (Un)Glamorous Life of the Hollywood Still Photographer
The perceived glamorous life of a Hollywood unit still photographer is not all about meeting A-list celebrities and taking iconic cover shots of award-winning films. It's actually a challenging endeavor that requires grit, perseverance, and a plethora of social and technical skills.
Raising a Toast to a Decade of Full Frame Sony E Mount
Sony has been pioneering change in the imaging world for over a decade. Let's take a look at why the 10-year anniversary of its full frame E Mount and Alpha mirrorless system is so significant.
Tips to Level Up Your Street Photography With Marion Mou
If you’re looking to level up your street photography techniques, check out some of the essential tips that we learned from our Sony Kando interview with renowned street photographer Marion Mou.
Sony a6700 Versus FX30 Battle: Which Flagship Should You Choose?
Sony's latest flagship APS-C camera, the a6700, offers many compelling features that make it a powerful contender to the cinema-focused FX30. Creator and filmmaker Terry Warfield puts the two cameras in a head-to-head battle to help you choose the best option for your needs.
Sony 400mm Lens Saves Sports Photographer From 104 MPH Foul Ball
Jim Rassol wasn't expecting to have his $12,000 Sony 400.. G Master lens smashed when he headed in to photograph an MLB game on June 24, 2023. Check out the story of how his lens saved him from injury and the community rallied together to help him fix his lens.
Sony Xperia 1 Mark V: Blurring the Line Between Mobile and Mirrorless
Packing an all-new imaging sensor, computational photography algorithms, and the S-Cinetone color profile from Sony's Alpha cameras, is the Xperia 1 Mark V blurring the lines between mobile and mirrorless?
7 Reasons to Love the Sony ZV-E1
The Sony ZV-E1 packs the sensor from the a7S III, the AI autofocus from the a7R V, and the compact form factor of the ZV-E10, but what are some of the other reasons to love this small but mighty camera?
Project Preservation Creates Crowdsourced Database to Document and Preserve Landscapes
Rapid changes in our global climate conditions are putting the Earth's landscapes at risk. Andrew Geraci and Project Preservation are creating a global public database to preserve and document rare and beautiful landscapes for future generations.
Sony Updates Airpeak S1 With RTK, New Gimbal, and High-Capacity Batteries
Sony just announced several major updates to the AirPeak S1 drone. These new hardware and software updates include an RTK unit for centimeter level accuracy, an all-new lightweight gimbal, and higher-capacity batteries for increased flight times.
Sony FX-3 Firmware Update Adds Cinema-Line and Popular Alpha Features
By popular demand, Sony has just released a new firmware update for the FX-3. This update adds Cinema line features from the FX-9/FX-6 and a few of the popular Alpha features that the community has been asking for.
7 Tips to Improve Your Photography as a Beginner
There are many simple and effective techniques that you can utilize to improve your photography when you're just starting out. Check out these seven simple tips to help you improve your photography as a beginner.
Lighting the Night With Sony’s Airpeak Drone
Sony's AirPeak drone is the world‘s smallest drone that can carry a full frame Alpha series mirrorless camera. It's also a versatile aerial platform that's capable of carrying other payloads. Check out how professional drone pilot Craig Coker deployed powerful drone-lighting tools to capture stunning images of world-class athletes in the first AirPeak "Light The Night" showcase.
Should You Shoot JPEG as a Professional Photographer?
Can you shoot exclusively in JPEG as a professional photographer? Check out our interview with award winning wedding and portrait photographer Scott Robert Lim, as he explains why he's been shooting only in JPEG for over 23 years.
Did You Know That You’re Already a Sony Shooter?
According to Taylor Jackson, we're all Sony shooters, whether we like it or not. With the majority of today's cameras carrying Sony's imaging sensors, are we all becoming Sony shooters without even knowing it?
Turning the Lumix S5 II Into the Ultimate Cinema Camera
The Lumix S5 II is the first full-frame mirrorless camera from Panasonic to offer hybrid phase detect autofocus and a plethora of other cinematic video options. With all of the new improvements on the S5 II, could it be an ideal choice as a full-fledged cinema camera?
Celebrating Black History Month: 28 Photographers Making History
With 28 days to celebrate Black History Month in February, let's take 28 opportunities to celebrate some talented black photographers who are currently making history with their work.
Sony Launches a User-Controllable a7R IV Satellite Into Space
Have you ever wanted to take photos and videos of the Earth from space? Sony has launched an a7R IV nano-satellite into space, offering a user-controllable space photography service.
Dji RS3 Mini: Can a Compact Gimbal Deliver Pro Results?
DjJI has released a miniature version of their popular RS3 gimbal series, reducing its overall size to fit into a backpack and giving it enough power to handle most mainstream camera setups.
Sony a7R V: Is It the Best Alpha Yet?
The a7R V is the first AI-based camera from Sony. It has a dedicated AI processing chip, deep-learning algorithms, human pose detection, 8 stops of IBIS, and 61 megapixels of resolution. But is it really the best Alpha ever?