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Aurora HDR 2018 now available for preorder: We go hands-on with the software ahead of its release
After announcing Aurora HDR 2018 earlier this summer, Macphun has shared that the new HDR software is available for preorder now. For the first time in Aurora's history, it's available on Windows in addition to Mac and new users can preorder Aurora HDR 2018 for $89. Current users can upgrade at a special price of...
Canon announces three compact 4K camcorders and a new 4K reference display
Canon has announced four new products today, three of which are compact 4K camcorders and the fourth a new 4K HDR reference display. The new camcorders are the XF400 and XF405, which have a minor difference, and the VIXIA HF GX10. The new 24-inch reference display is called the Canon DP-V2411 4K HDR1 and is...
Nikon D850 Comparisons: Pitting this heavyweight against the 5D IV, 5DS R, GFX, D810 & A7R II
Click here to see our Nikon D850 First Shots Comparisons
At Imaging Resource we are all about comparing images from competing cameras. We all look at many factors when considering what to buy, but image quality is at or near the top for most of us. This holds even more true as the ISO gain begins to rise.
...Kodak announces new Printomatic instant print camera
Kodak Eastman and C+A Global have announced the Kodak Printomatic Camera, a brand-new instant-print camera. The "stylish point-and-shoot camera instantly prints high-quality, full color photos right from the camera body."
Kodak is positioning the Printomatic as an ideal companion for event planners, scrap...
Shutter Release: Psychology & portraiture, astro shutter speed calculator & macro lenses
We hope you had a nice weekend. Let's get this week started with a new edition of Shutter Release, our regular roundup feature here at Imaging Resource. In today's Shutter Release, we will be looking at how to use psychology to capture better portraits, removing braces using Photoshop, a new advanced...
Shutter Release: 85mm lenses, turn your bathroom into a softbox, spraying water on your lens and more
Happy Saturday, everyone. Today we will be looking at the advantages of 85mm lenses, the most important aspects of a good photography website, how to turn your bathroom into a softbox, a look behind the scenes of a TIME magazine project shot with iPhones and finish up with a neat way to add a distinct twist to your...
How to photograph a special species of bird known as a Photographer
By IR reader René Theuillon
I have always admired the wonderful images published in IR's Photo of the Day contest, especially the awesome bird photographs shot by very talented artists like Linn Smith, Debra S. Dorothy, Karen Celella and many others.
It gave me the foolish idea to try and copy them!
...Firmware Friday: Fuji to upgrade the GFX 50S and X-series cams; Canon, Nikon and Sigma get updates too
Our second Firmware Friday roundup of September is absolutely epic, with news not just of updates to 14 different pieces of imaging hardware, but also six software packages that are either updated or newly-developed. And this time around, it's Fuji and Nikon we have to thank for the bulk of the news, with the...
Shutter Release: Pro goes hands-on with Fujifilm GF 45mm f/2.8, look at the new XF 200mm f/2 & more
As we head into the weekend, let's take a look at a variety of photo-related content from around the web. Shutter Release is our ongoing regular feature here at Imaging Resource in which we share and summarize interesting content we come across. It could be announcements for new gear, opinion pieces or tutorials....
Nikon D850 Review - First shots from the lab!
News flash! We've just received a production-level sample of the Nikon D850, and have just posted our first lab shots taken with it!
We'll have more details, including some image crops comparing it against competing models, timing, and possibly some additional lab shots taken with it posted over the next...
Fujifilm X-A3 Field Test Part II: We test the compact camera’s shooting modes and video performance
Click here to read our Fujifilm X-A3 Field Test Part II
In our first Fujifilm X-A3 Field Test, we looked at the camera's sensor, autofocus performance, speed and more. In our Fujifilm X-A3 Field Test Part II, we tested the camera's shooting modes, video and connectivity features.
The X-A3 has Full HD video...
New Photoshop feature will make clipping curved paths significantly easier
Adobe has teased cool features before, and today they shared an upcoming feature for Photoshop that you may remember seeing in a "Sneak" in the past (Sneaks are features in development that may or may not make final production, and area usually shown at Adobe MAX). This new feature is called the "Curvature Pen...
Thrifty Thursday: Save big bucks on Fujifilm X Series and GFX 50S plus savings on Sigma & Tamron lenses
It's been a while since our last Thrifty Thursday, but there are plenty of deals to discuss today. Today we will be looking at Fujifilm deals, which are set to expire soon, and deals on lenses from Sigma and Tamron. There's a lot to cover, so let's get to it.
Save up to $900 on Fujifilm X and GFX gear until...
Profoto announces support for Fujifilm cameras, bringing TTL and HSS shooting to Fuji shooters
Fuji Rumors reported last September about Profoto's plans to support Fujifilm with a dedicated Air Remote with TTL and HSS capabilities. Today, those rumors became reality as Profoto has announced the Air Remote TTL-F for Fujifilm.
The Profoto AirTTL was first announced in November of 2013 and it started with...
Fuji X-E3 Preview: Say hello to the baby X-Pro2! It’s the smallest X-series cam yet, and it’s priced to sell
Click here to read our Fuji X-E3 Preview
Have you been hankering after the spectacular Fuji X-Pro2, but put off by its enthusiast-grade US$1,700 pricetag? If so, we have good news for you today! The Fuji X-E3 is here, and while its sleek, compact X-mount body carries a far more affordable pricetag, inside sits...
Fujifilm announces XF 80mm f/2.8 1.0x Macro and GF 45mm f/2.8R WR lenses, plus updated roadmaps
Fujifilm has announced numerous new lenses and plans for their X Series and the GFX Series. There's a lot to cover, so let's start with the X Series first. And if you haven't yet read about the Fujifilm X-E3 camera, head over to our Fujifilm X-E3 preview.
Fujinon XF 80mm f/2.8 R LM OIS WR Macro lens
Alongside...
Packing for a photo trip: Landscape photographer breaks down his camping gear kit
For outdoor photographers, particularly those who are preparing for an extended trek, one of the most important steps happens before you even set off. Packing the right gear is critical. Sometimes weight is at a premium, which can make it even more challenging. Thankfully photographer Thomas Heaton has a video...
Nikon 28mm f/1.4E Review: Does the performance justify the price? Check our full technical review!
Click here to read our Nikon 28mm f/1.4E Review
After giving it a thorough testing in the field, we've now put the recent Nikon 28mm f/1.4E prime lens through the wringer in our testing lab. We've just now published our detailed technical review on this rather pricey prime lens. As an update to the earlier...
Mastering Photoshop’s pen tool in only 30 minutes
The pen tool is some photographer's most-used Photoshop feature, while I suspect others never use it. For the latter group, the pen tool is often a bit scary, it can feel daunting and convoluted. It doesn’t have to be that way though, thanks in part to YouTubers like Unmesh Dinda of PiXimperfect. His latest video...
Shutter Release: A lying “conflict photographer” gets caught up in his web of lies and much more news
Shutter Release is an ongoing roundup feature here at Imaging Resource where we summarize and share interesting photography content from around the web. Today's assortment of stories includes how to capture great shots with a boring background, a look at a new product from Broncolor, tips for removing bags under...