Viltrox Unveils the Vintage Z2, an Ultra-Compact $37 Folding Flash

Viltrox has announced the Vintage Z2 TTL on-camera flash, expanding its retro-inspired accessory lineup with a compact, foldable design aimed at portability and ease of use. Positioned as the third entry in the series, joining the Z1 and Z3 released last year, the Z2 builds on the concept of simple, lightweight lighting tools while introducing a more flexible physical design.

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Could Rows of Cheap Cameras Change Live Sports Broadcasting and Replace Cameramen?

A new camera system used at major sports events is wowing audiences with its silky-smooth shots, with some viewers even praising the cameraman. The catch? There isn’t one.

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This Camera Sends You on a Side Quest Every Time You Turn It On

A designer has built a fun camera that gets people outside and exploring the world around them.

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Equinox Aurora Lights Might be Visible in Northern US This Week

On Monday (March 16), the Sun fired off a coronal mass ejection (CME) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC) has now issued a geomagnetic storm warning for Thursday (March 19).

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Photographer’s Cinematic Toy Worlds Bring Plastic to Life

Chicago-based photographer Chuck Eiler transforms action figures into cinematic, story-driven miniature worlds that blur the line between toy photography and film. Through meticulously crafted sets, practical effects, and careful lighting, he creates immersive scenes that bring nostalgia and storytelling to life.

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How Fujifilm Will Fix its Video Autofocus Woes

Fujifilm's X Series cameras do a lot right. They are extremely capable, performant APS-C mirrorless cameras with many passionate supporters. However, for as good as they are, autofocus performance remains an oft-discussed shortcoming, especially for video applications. Fujifilm says it hears the complaints and is working hard to address the feedback.

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The Video Quality of GoPro’s Next-Gen Camera Looks Mighty Impressive

GoPro announced a new GP3 image processor a couple of weeks ago, promising twice the pixel-processing power of its prior system-on-a-chip (SoC) and improved image quality. After showcasing the new chip's prowess with sample photos, GoPro today released a new video, and the next generation of GoPro is looking very good so far.

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Viltrox Teases Apochromatic Full-Frame Prime Lenses

Viltrox has teased some exciting new lenses at The Photography and Video Show in Birmingham, England, including a pair of Evo Series prime lenses with apochromatic optical designs.

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Llano’s Colorful New 4-in-1 Card Reader Is Built for Big Data Transfers

Llano has introduced the Llano R604 4-in-1 Card Reader, a compact multi-format memory card reader designed for photographers, videographers, and content creators who need to transfer large files quickly across multiple devices.

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Save up to 40% on Photo and Video Gear With SmallRig’s Spring Sale

Spring is a popular time for creators to upgrade their production gear, and this season SmallRig has launched a wide range of discounts, up to 40% off, across tripods, batteries, lighting, and mobile video tools. SmallRig's new Spring Sale run from March 18 through March 31.

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