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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 500mm f/5.6E PF ED VR Review
John Riley reviews Nikon's new AF-S Nikkor 500mm f/5.6E PF ED VR telephoto lens for full-frame DSLRs.
- 7 Dec 2018
- 4 Comments
Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 GM Review
John Riley reviews the new Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 G Master lens for Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras.
- 5 Dec 2018
Tokina Opera 50mm f/1.4 FF Review
John Riley reviews the Tokina Opera 50mm f/1.4 FF for Nikon and Canon Full-Frame DSLRs.
- 28 Nov 2018
Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN | C Review
John Riley reviews the new Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary prime lens for Sony APS-C E mount and Micro Four Thirds cameras.
- 27 Nov 2018
- 1 Comments
Voigtlander Zoomar 36-82mm f/2.8 Vintage Review
John Riley reviews the Voigtlander Zoomar 36-82mm f/2.8, a vintage parfocal zoom lens with constant f/2.8 aperture.
- 25 Oct 2018
Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 12mm f/1.4 ASPH. Video Review
David Thorpe gives his opinion on the fast, Panasonic Leica 12mm f/1.4 wide-angle lens.
- 23 Oct 2018
Zeiss Batis 40mm f/2 CF Review
John Riley reviews the new Zeiss Batis 40mm f/2 CF lens, a full-frame lens for Sony E mount cameras.
- 12 Oct 2018
- 8 Comments
Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM Review
John Riley reviews the new Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM, the standard kit lens for the EOS R.
- 1 Oct 2018
- 2 Comments
Venus Optics Laowa Micro Four Thirds Lenses
We have a hands-on look at three new Laowa lenses for Micro Four Thirds cameras, including the tiny 4mm fisheye lens.
- 28 Sep 2018
- 2 Comments
Sigma 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM | S Hands-On
We have a hands-on look at the Sigma 60-600mm lens, the World's first lens to offer 60-600mm zoom.
- 28 Sep 2018
Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN C Hands-On Photos
We go hands-on with Sigma's new 56mm f/1.4 DN lens, available for Micro Four Thirds and E-Mount.
- 28 Sep 2018
Fujifilm XF 33mm f/1.0 And 16-80mm First Look
We have a look at the XF 33mm f/1.0 lens, the XF 16-80mm lens, and the XF 16mm f/2.8.
- 28 Sep 2018
16 Dec 2018 1:44pm
December 'Winter' Competition - Win A Samsung 256GB EVO Plus MicroSDXC Memory Card!
This month there is the chance to win A Samsung 256GB EVO Plus MicroSDXC Memory Card in the 'Winter' competition.14 Dec 2018 2:00PM
16 Dec 2018 7:36am
Christmas Light Painting Photography Tips
Here are a some festive light painting suggestions and tips for you to try this Christmas.14 Dec 2018 12:10AM
15 Dec 2018 5:51pm
Vanguard Alta Pro 2+ 263CGHT Tripod Review
We review the Vanguard Alta Pro 2+ 263CGHT tripod & grip head - how will it perform?15 Dec 2018 12:00AM
15 Dec 2018 4:19pm
Leica Q-P Is A 24MP Full-Frame Digital Compact Camera
The full-frame Leica Q-P is the latest camera to join the Leica compact line-up and it shares similar specs as the Leica Q.6 Nov 2018 2:18PM
15 Dec 2018 1:13pm
ePHOTOzine Christmas Prize Draw Day 14 - Win 2 Samyang Lenses!
Samyang is giving you another opportunity to win some excellent optics and this time, there are two lenses up for grabs!14 Dec 2018 12:00AM
14 Dec 2018 11:13am
6 DIY Last-Minute Christmas Photography Gifts You Can Make At Home
In this tutorial, learn how to make 6 gifts you can give to friends and family who love photography.13 Dec 2018 8:51AM
13 Dec 2018 8:36am
Irix Announce 150mm Lens Pricing
Irix has announced the price of the hotly anticipated 150mm macro lens.8 Nov 2018 3:42PM
12 Dec 2018 10:22pm
ePHOTOzine Christmas Prize Draw Day 11 - Win £500 MILK Books Voucher!
It's day 11 of the ePHOTOzine Christmas Prize Draw and today there is a £500 MILK Books voucher up for grabs!11 Dec 2018 12:00AM
12 Dec 2018 7:31pm
PIXII Release More Details On Digital RangeFinder
PIXII has released more details on the Pixii Digital RangeFinder, a camera that takes M-mount lenses, and is designed to be used with a smartphone.13 Nov 2018 1:53PM
Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 VC USD Lens Review
Gary Wolstenholme reviews the brand new Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 VC USD Lens with Vibration Correction and UltraSonic Silent Drive.
- 23 Apr 2012
- 24 Comments
Sigma 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM Review
Gary Wolstenholme reviews the new Sigma 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM Lens, the new superzoom macro lens from Sigma. Review based on a pre-production sample.
- 18 Jun 2012
- 5 Comments
Tamron SP 70-300mm f/4-5.6 Di VC USD review
Gary Wolstenholme takes a look at Tamron's first lens to include both an Ultrasonic focusing motor and Vibration Compensation.
- 22 Sep 2010
- 9 Comments
Panasonic Lumix 20mm Vs 20mm II Lens Review
We compare the two Panasonic 20mm f/1.7 lenses to see if there are any additional benefits with the new version II lens.
- 16 Aug 2013
- 8 Comments
Panasonic Lumix G X 12-35mm f/2.8 Lens Review
Gary Wolstenholme reviews the brand new Panasonic Lumix G X VARIO 12-35mm f/2.8 ASPH. Micro Four Thirds lens for Panasonic and Olympus cameras.
- 21 May 2012
- 16 Comments
Sony E 35mm f/1.8 OSS Lens Review
Gary Wolstenholme reviews the Sony E 35mm f/1.8 OSS prime lens for Sony NEX cameras.
- 13 Nov 2012
- 8 Comments
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Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 GM Review
John Riley reviews the new Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 G Master lens for Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras.
- 5 Dec 2018
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Tokina Opera 50mm f/1.4 FF Review
John Riley reviews the Tokina Opera 50mm f/1.4 FF for Nikon and Canon Full-Frame DSLRs.
- 28 Nov 2018
Sigma 120-400mm f/4.5-5.6 DG OS HSM Lens Review
A 3.3x zoom lens covering super-telephoto focal lengths, with optical stabilisation to aid hand held shooting.
- 11 Mar 2011
- 2 Comments
Samyang AF 85mm f/1.4 EF Review
John Riley reviews the new Samyang AF 85mm f/1.4 EF lens for Canon DSLRs, an affordable, bright, prime lens for full-frame and APS-C cameras.
- 28 Jun 2018
- 4 Comments
Zeiss OTUS 55mm f/1.4 Lens Review
John Riley reviews the Zeiss OTUS 55mm f/1.4 lens, the premium manual lens with a bright aperture.
- 21 Jan 2016
Lensbaby Burnside 35mm f/2.8 Review
John Riley reviews the creative Lensbaby Burnside 35mm f/2.8 full-frame lens with vignette control.
- 9 May 2018
- 1 Comments
Pentax SMC-FA 50mm f/1.4 Review
John Riley reviews the classic Pentax 50mm f/1.4 prime lens on the the full-frame Pentax K-1.
- 8 Jun 2016
- 2 Comments
Fujifilm XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS Lens Review
Gary Wolstenholme reviews the Fujifilm Fujinon XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS lens for Fuji X-series cameras which provides a field of view equivalent to a 27-84mm lens on a 35mm camera.
- 2 Aug 2013
- 2 Comments
Sigma 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Macro OS HSM C Lens Review
Gary Wolstenholme reviews the new Sigma 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Macro OS HSM C lens for APS-C Digital SLRs.
- 2 Dec 2014
16 Dec 2018 4:52pm
10 Top Robin Photography Tips
Want to have a go at robin photography but aren't sure how to do it? Have a read of these 10 quick tips.7 Dec 2018 12:10AM