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 Ace…!-Panasonic Lumix GX7
Panasonic has carved itself a niche amongst mirrorless camera brands with highperforming bodies and superior optics in lenses. The LUMIX GX7 joins the bandwagon with a 16 megapixel sensor and a new tilting Electronic Viewfinder. Here is our take on this retro-styled camera. Design and Build Quality The Panasonic GX7 is designed with a retro style. The outer body is made of … [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...]
The Shrinking Game – Canon EOS M10
Ever since the first mirrorless cameras were introduced into the market by Olympus and Panasonic, the category kept growing, and never ceased to impress with faster processing and superior videos. Though traditional D-SLR manufacturers initially resisted the change quite vocally, eventually even they had to fall in place. While Nikon accepted a small ‘modified 1-inch Type’ … [Read more...]