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Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Contemporary Lens (for Mirrorless) Review
Jason Schneider  |  Dec 24, 2020

When Sigma decided to extend its esteemed Contemporary line of broad-spectrum lenses to include a full-frame 100-400mm long-range telephoto zoom, they handed their optical engineers a tough assignment: come up with a really long 4x zoom that delivers outstanding imaging performance and enhanced shooting flexibility in a compact, well-balanced, lightweight package optimized for handheld shooting. In other words, they wanted a lens that would expand the long tele zoom market by appealing to travelers, nature, wildlife, and street photographers, hikers, sports shooters and others daunted by the prospect of toting and hefting a ponderous telephoto zoom lens. 

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Sigma 45mm f/2.8 DG DN Lens Review
Jason Schneider  |  Nov 03, 2020

At first glance, the Sigma 45mm f/2.8 DG DN seems to be a run-of-the-mill, reasonably fast normal lens designed to cover the full frame format. In fact, its 45mm focal length is closer to normal than the classic 50mm, as determined by the diagonal of 24 x 36mm frame, which measures 43.26mm.

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These Are the Cameras Used By 10 of the World's Most Famous Photographers
Jason Schneider  |  Aug 28, 2020

When it comes to capturing timeless and transcendent photos, everyone knows that the person behind the camera is the most crucial factor and that the particular gear, he or she used, is less important. However, the camera is not insignificant to the creative process.

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The 12 Best New Portrait Lenses for Capturing Gorgeous Photos of Faces
Jason Schneider  |  Mar 30, 2020

We pick a selection of class glass for photographers focused on capturing fabulous faces.

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The 7 Best Affordable Vintage Lenses to Use with Digital Cameras
Jason Schneider  |  Feb 20, 2020

I’m a film dinosaur—about 40% of the pictures I shoot are made on black-and white film, and my favorite analog cameras range in age from 50-100 years. For the remaining 60%, I shoot digitally, sometimes with a vintage lens attached to help capture a "retro" look.

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The DSLR Strikes Back! Why "Mirrored" Cameras Still Matter in 2020
Jason Schneider  |  Jan 31, 2020

The recent CES 2020 show in Las Vegas showcased the usual profusion of smart tech and AI-empowered gadgets, so few expected that the most most exciting news in the imaging world would come in the form of two new back-to-the-future full frame DSLRs from Nikon and Canon.

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Full Frame Digital Cameras: The Most Important Imaging Trend of the Past Decade
Jason Schneider  |  Jan 10, 2020

Full frame digital cameras have been a dominant force in the imaging marketplace for quite some time, and as we begin 2020 “the year of perfect vision,” mirrorless cameras have clearly surpassed DSLRs in terms of new product introductions and overall sales figures. The reasons aren't hard to fathom.

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The 7 Best NEW Street Photography Cameras
Jason Schneider  |  Dec 11, 2019

Street photography, capturing authentic, un-posed pictures of people being themselves, is a genre that dates back to the mid 19th century. It rapidly evolved with the introduction smaller cameras like the 35mm Leica I of 1925, and as faster films and high-speed lenses of superior quality became available.

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These Are the 5 Best Premium Compact Cameras in 2019
Jason Schneider  |  Oct 18, 2019

Aimed at sophisticated shooters who don't mind spending a bit more on a small camera (instead of using their smart phone), the five best premium compact cameras in this buying guide have large sensors and robust feature sets that deliver outstanding performance and superior image control.

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The 7 Best Prime Lenses for Under $500
Jason Schneider  |  Oct 09, 2019

Prime lenses, unlike zooms, provide only a single fixed focal length. Despite that limitation prime lenses can be versatile, proficient picture takers that are smaller and lighter than comparable zooms and often deliver superior image quality along with wider apertures.

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