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A 40mm lens has always been a sweet spot for many of you because it feels close to how your eye naturally sees the world. It gives a slightly wider view without looking exaggerated, which makes it useful in a lot of everyday shooting situations. The TTArtisan AF 40mm f/2 is trying to bring that perspective to more people with a price tag that’s hard to ignore.

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Samsung Electronics will manufacture three-layer stacked image sensors for Apple’s iPhone 18 at its Austin, Texas, plant, using a chipmaking technology described as a global first. The deal fits with Apple’s pledge to invest $100 billion in U.S. manufacturing.

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Today, I’d like to explore a question that comes to mind often whenever I get a chance to meet my film and photography heroes.

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The Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S is a rare mix of technical precision and artistic flexibility. A fast prime at this focal length gives you control over depth of field without sacrificing sharpness, making it a strong tool for portraits, environmental shots, and video work.

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While pixel-peepers obsess over sharpness charts and bokeh samples, the smartest photographers know that certain overlooked lens features can help you get that elusive shot. Here are five hidden gems you should look for in your next lens.

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White balance is something most photographers know affects how colors appear, but a recent video argues that almost every camera, even high-end cinema models, is designed in a way that makes precise control harder than it needs to be.

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Some cameras are built to do everything well. Others double down on one purpose and push it to the extreme. The OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mark II falls in the second category, with a focus on still photography that challenges some long-held assumptions about what you need for serious work in the field.

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The Panasonic Lumix S 24-60mm f/2.8 offers a lighter, more compact alternative to the typical 24-70mm zoom, cutting 10mm from the telephoto end while maintaining image quality. Its unusual focal range makes it an interesting option when you want versatility without the bulk, especially if you often work in situations where carrying a heavier setup becomes tiring.

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Antigravity, a new drone brand incubated by Insta360 and partners, announced the A1 today. The sub-250 g aircraft combines built-in 8K 360 capture with first-person goggles and a motion “Grip” controller, aiming to separate where you look from where you fly.

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Wedding photographers are seeing a dramatic increase in ghosted inquiries. Couples are sending out initial messages but only responding if they feel an immediate and undeniable connection, and if the pricing works for them. For many in the industry, this shift has created an unpredictable and often frustrating sales process. If your inbox feels quieter after that first reply, you are not imagining it.

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Matching medium format files against today’s best full frame options isn’t just a technical exercise. It can reveal exactly where the differences show up and when they don’t matter at all. In certain lighting situations, the gap between these formats shrinks, and in others, it’s clear why some people pay more for that larger sensor.

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Every photographer dreams of that pristine lens collection, but many end up with expensive glass gathering dust while scrambling to find the lenses they actually need. The brutal reality is that lens purchases gone wrong hurt because good glass costs so much and directly determines whether you can accept paying jobs.

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Simplicity in composition is one of those deceptively hard skills that can transform your images. The instinct to include everything in front of you is strong, especially when surrounded by breathtaking scenery. Yet too much detail can scatter the viewer’s attention and weaken the impact. Learning to remove what isn’t essential makes the difference between a busy snapshot and a clear, compelling photograph.

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If you have never looked into Gregory Crewdson’s approach to photography, this one is for you. Crewdson generally ditches the usual “capture the moment” process that many photographers might follow.

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Removing dust spots from photos is one of those chores you probably put off until it’s absolutely necessary. The process has always been slow and repetitive, especially if you’re dealing with an image riddled with tiny sensor spots. These small marks can ruin an otherwise perfect shot, so finding a quicker way to handle them matters.

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The Nikon Zf manages to fit into an unusual category, as it’s both a dependable professional tool and a camera you actually want to carry with you. You might reach for it at a wedding shoot just as easily as when heading to the park with your kids. That balance between capability and personal appeal is rare, especially for a model that can be found for under $2,000.

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You're about to drop thousands on a new camera system, convinced that flagship body will transform your photography overnight. But here's the brutal truth: most photographers sabotage their success before they even click the shutter, making expensive mistakes that leave them with gear they can't use effectively and budgets too depleted to fix the problem.

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Demarchelier. Eggleston. Avedon. Penn. Mann. Leibovitz. These names are etched into the history of photography. They are the figures whose work appears in museum retrospectives, on coffee tables, and in academic textbooks. But will photography ever produce universally recognized legends like this again?

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Two new 85mm f/1.4 lenses for Sony have hit the market, each promising sharp optics and fast performance. One comes from a brand known for solid, affordable glass. The other is a newcomer to the lens world, entering with a smaller, lighter design and a few unique touches that stand out.

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