cameras

Panasonic GH5

Panasonic GH5

CES didn't have much pro camera gear this year, and that makes the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5 stand out. This upgrade of their professional hybrid Micro Four Thirds camera features 4K video capture and up to 60fps, in-body image stabilization, and programmable focus...

The Sweet Spot of a Lens

The Sweet Spot of a Lens

To understand the sweet spot of a lens, we need to look into the math of f stops. Don't worry. It's not that bad and once you get the basic idea, you will be able to apply this knowledge in many situations. F stop is the measure of how much light can pass through a...

2 New GoPros And a Drone

2 New GoPros And a Drone

GoPro introduces 2 new GoPros and a Drone. The new Hero 5 Black ($399 )includes a 2-inch touch screen display. The new Hero 5 Session ($299) is intended as an entry level camera. Both cameras have built-in waterproof casings, good for up to 10 meters. Both cameras can...

Ricoh Theta S VR Footage

Ricoh Theta S VR Footage

Full HD 360-Degree Spherical Panoramic Digital Camera Here's what my friend Tim Doherty shot with his Ricoh Theta S. Use your mouse to click and slide the view. The Ricoh Theta S is available on Amazon. The Theta S will shoot 1080p HD at 30fps for up to 25 minutes per...

GoPro Omni VR Camera Rig Ships

The GoPro Omni VR Camera Rig is the latest in a series of VR milestones that foretell big growth in this area. These days, anyone can view 360-degree images and video in a browser, smartphone, tablet, or headset. Just look at YouTube’s 360-degree Videos Channel and...

Octospot Records 4K Video 656 Feet Underwater

Octospot Records 4K Video 656 Feet Underwater

The Octospot Dive Camera records 4K at a maximum depth of 656 feet. More than most recreational divers, and even ROVs. The Octospot is still raising money with its Kickstarter campaign. $201,915 is pledged of an $80,000 goal 22 days to go. Pledge $369 for an Octospot...