Got a New Camera? Take Control of Autofocus

If you’re like me, you got a new camera and dove in, shooting like a madman and making all kinds of pictures of all kinds of things. After a few gazillion pictures, I was starting to figure out a few things about my camera and how it worked. I remember that my world really changed […]

3Pod Carbon Fiber Monopod Mini Review

I recently came upon a new house brand called 3Pod at Adorama – the giant New York-based camera and electronics store. And the first product I tested is a monopod. It’s called the: “3Pod Orbit 4-Section Carbon Fiber Photo/Video Monopod with Fluid Base and TiltHead with Quick Release.” While that’s a very long official name, […]

Lomography unveils the Jupiter 3+ ‘Art’ Lens, an update on a Soviet classic

Regardless of your thoughts on Lomography and their analogue antics, it’s hard to deny their ongoing success with bringing long-lost lenses back from the grave. Today, they continue that trend by officially announcing their latest ‘Art’ lens, a 50mm f/1.5 lens called the Jupiter 3+ Art. This lens is a recreation of the original Jupiter […]

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Lomography unveils the Jupiter 3+ ‘Art’ Lens, an update on a Soviet classic

Regardless of your thoughts on Lomography and their analogue antics, it’s hard to deny their ongoing success with bringing long-lost lenses back from the grave. Today, they continue that trend by officially announcing their latest ‘Art’ lens, a 50mm f/1.5 lens called the Jupiter 3+ Art. This lens is a recreation of the original Jupiter […]

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ProShot case turns your iPhone into a GoPro competitor

If you want an action cam but don’t want to pay the big bucks, the ProShot might be just what you’re looking for. It’s a waterproof and ruggedized smartphone case designed to turn your iPhone into an action cam of sorts. Made by a ‘world class engineering team,’ ProShot comes with two separate covers: one […]

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This $13.5K Nikon F3 was custom made for NASA to take to space

It’s only Tuesday and this week is already looking good for eBay browsers—especially if you’re a Nikon fan. Yesterday, we shared with you a super rare Nikon lens being sold on eBay for $33K. Today, we’ve come across an even more exclusive Nikon F3 camera modified for NASA to use during shuttle missions. According to seller […]

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If Spiderman And a Drone Had a Baby, The Drone Catcher Would Be It

Irresponsible and ill-intentioned drone operators continue to pose safety and security hazards, and researchers continue to develop inventive ways of taking out the rogue devices. The Drone Catcher is not the first anti-drone solution nor the first anti-drone drone, but it’s definitely the closest one to possessing superhero capabilities. Developed by Michigan Tech’s HIRo Lab […]

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Super-rare Nikon 13mm f/5.6 ‘Holy Grail’ lens pops up on eBay for $33K

If you’re looking to get your hands on the ‘Holy Grail’ of Nikon glass, look no further—a Nikkor 13mm f/5.6 lens has popped up on eBay. Priced at $33,000 via the Buy It Now option, this lens was only made available via special order between 1976 and 1998, making it one of only 350 or […]

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Use $2 Drink Koozies As Repurposed Lens Cases and Stackable Organizers

They’re lightweight, cheap, and you’ve probably got a bunch of them lying around somewhere anyway – drink koozies are good for more than just keeping your beers cold. Time to go to the basement or garage and pull out all those koozies you’ve collected over the years at conferences, trade shows, and other promotional events, […]

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