For Online SubscriptionDigital SubscriptionAs we enter the last month of the year, let us look at what is selling well in the land of the rising sun. Japanese retail camera sales reflect a trend towards APS -C and the figures released by Map Camera for October sales make interesting reading. Top of the list in sales was Fujifilm’s X-H2. The X-H2 is followed in second position … [Read more...]

For Online SubscriptionDigital SubscriptionWith the market for mirrorless cameras firmly established, the battle between camera brands is now increasingly focused on lenses. A mature camera system is one that has the greatest range of lenses and accessories across a price range. It is here that different camera manufacturers are taking different approaches. Lenses lock a … [Read more...]

For Online SubscriptionDigital SubscriptionThe flurry of launches of smaller and cheaper APS-C cameras by Canon, Nikon and Sony is a welcome development as it enables both beginners and enthusiasts to indulge in their passion for photography at lower prices. A similar launch of several smaller and cheaper APS-C lenses should follow.As more and more camera manufacturers embrace … [Read more...]

For Online SubscriptionDigital SubscriptionAre D-SLRs really dead? Not so long ago, all experts were unanimous in their opinion that D-SLRs were a dying breed. However, sales statistics for the past year indicate that while the industry was indeed very badly affected by Covid, the major impact was on mirrorless cameras, whose sales slumped to 71% of the previous year. D-SLRs … [Read more...]

For Online SubscriptionDigital SubscriptionBy the time you read this welcome note, several cities in India will likely see the start of the rainy season. Since humidity (and dust) is the enemy of electronics, we suggest you safely store your expensive equipment in humidity controlled cabinets between uses.At the same time, don’t be overly concerned about using your gear during … [Read more...]