Smartphones have become the primary camera for anyone who requires a decent image in an emergency, and the manufacturers have made sure to give this feature the attention it deserves. These are surely exciting times for photography enthusiasts like us, and Asus has given us a reason to rejoice by launching the Zenfone Zoom. This smartphone promises to take mobile phone imaging … [Read more...]
Affordable Prime – Yongnuo YN35mm
Fast prime lenses are usually costly, and most people struggle to get hold of one. Yongnuo photography equipment are products of ShenZhen YongNuo Photographic Equipment Co. Ltd., a Chinese manufacturer. Their most popular products are radio triggers and other such accessories. Here we are reviewing the Yongnuo YN35mm f/2 lens specially made for Canon fullframe … [Read more...]
Beyond Expectations – Yongnuo YN685
D-SLR speedlite units are premium accessories that professional portrait and wedding photographers cannot live without. Though many photographers swear by using natural light, a dedicated flash unit, whether cameramounted or remotely triggered, can be a very useful tool when you need absolute control over the lighting. The Yongnuo YN685 is a high-power speedlite dedicated to … [Read more...]
Another Showpiece-Fujifilm X-E2
Many Fujifi lm cameras are styled in the ‘retro’ fashion, and the 16.3-megapixel X-E2 is no exception. Screaming retro all though the body, this ‘modern oldie’ comes with an f/2.8-4 kit lens that is sturdy like all Fujifi lm lenses. A faux leather finish completes the classic look, while neatly hidden beneath the old shell are modern features such as Wi-Fi and … [Read more...]
Tactically Terrific – Nikon 1 J5 `
Nikon has been a late entrant into the Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Compact category. But they have surely done some serious work when complacency led the category leaders to slump. The Nikon 1 J5 brings 4K video recording along with other superior features in a compact body. Design and Build Quality The Nikon 1 J5 has a sturdy construction with the outer body made of … [Read more...]
