For Online Subscription Digital SubscriptionThe recent reports of images of celebrities like Katrina Kaif being morphed raises several ethical questions. Manipulated images have been used worldwide to influence public opinion and, in some instances, can have serious repercussions. We are now in the era of ‘deepfakes’, a new AI avatar that can lead to widespread scepticism … [Read more...]

For Online Subscription Digital SubscriptionThe big news this month is the launch of Sony’s new A 9 Mk III. New cameras get launched all the time but this Sony is special because it is the world’s first full frame sensor camera with a global shutter system. This enables the A 9 III to capture fast moving subjects with absolutely no image distortion. Thereby, split second … [Read more...]

For Online Subscription Digital SubscriptionIs Artificial Intelligence a threat to photography? The answer simply depends on how it is used. On the one hand, AI has already been used successfully to improve autofocus and to improve subject recognition. Also, if AI is used merely to edit or improve images, it is unlikely to be harmful. However, if AI is used to alter … [Read more...]

For Online Subscription Digital SubscriptionA genuine concern expressed by those switching from DSLRs to mirrorless cameras is whether they can continue to use their old SLR lenses. The answer is yes. A wide variety of adapters are available in the market that will make the use of older lenses feasible. You may have to sacrifice some features however. The real issue is … [Read more...]

For Online SubscriptionDigital SubscriptionThe sensor is unarguably the most critical part of a camera body or of any device that captures images. Little is known however about sensor manufacturers and their market shares. It is interesting to note that Sony controls 42% of this market. Samsung comes in at number two with a 19% share. Omnivision of the US comes in at number … [Read more...]