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The latest from the Phoblographer for November 17th, 2025.

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Chris Gampat
November 17, 2025

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The Best Wide Lenses From a Decade Ago For Young Photographers

By Nilofer Khan

November 17, 2025

Young photographers have a wide range of options to choose from. They not only get the opportunity to buy vintage cameras and lenses from decades ago, but also newer tech that allows them to bring their vision to life. However, the latter can be a pinch on your pocket, with third-party lenses being the only way out. If you use a mirrorless camera, these older lenses can be of assistance with the right converter. Thus, lenses in the 20mm to 25mm range can be great if you are into street, astrophotography, or environmental portraits. Without further ado, let's dive in.

This Accessory Broke a Camera. We’d Never Recommend It

By Chris Gampat

November 17, 2025

Every now and again, I highlight great work that we've done for the photography industry via our reviews. And recently, I was reminded of a product that we warned against using for a very long time. But as Google Searches and paid ads go, sometimes the real journalism get silenced. Back in 2013, we reviewed a product called the B-Grip Evo camera belt. When using it, it broke a camera and a lens. While many other reviewers would just simply not write anything, I've always encouraged the staff here to lean into their feelings. And that's exactly what we did back then.

The Best Fujifilm Cameras and Lenses in the Past Three Years

By Nilofer Khan

November 17, 2025

Fujifilm has been on a roll in recent years. One of the reasons is that the company introduced devices in 2024, which gave them a chance to start 2025 with a bang. Today, we take the opportunity to look back at the recent launches from the company, which have performed well in the market. If you are someone who is looking to buy a new Fujifilm camera, these offerings of cameras and lenses are worth your time.

An Ode to Onion Bokeh

By Chris Gampat

November 17, 2025

There's a group of photographers out there who would look at the lead image of this article and complain about the bokeh not being smooth instead of how beautiful the overall image is. They wouldn't be able to appreciate that this photograph has texture to it and that it looks good because of the composition, the model, the work the photographer did with the model, and the way that the colors are rendered. Instead, they'd harp on all the stupid technical things about the photograph. One of those stupid technical things that went the way of the dinosaur is onion bokeh. But the truth is that onion bokeh wasn't a problem. And honestly, no one cared about it being a problem ever.

Is Panasonic Developing New Pancake Lenses?

By Nilofer Khan

November 16, 2025

Pancake lenses are a significant investment for many photographers. One of the reasons is that these lenses offer the joy of shooting with a compact system and carrying a lighter system for your next big day. With pancake lenses launching occasionally nowadays, it appears that Panasonic aims to offer more for users seeking perfection. Per a new patent, the company is developing three new focal ranges. Here is a look.

The 3 Best Cameras for Landscape Photographers in 2025

By Nilofer Khan

November 16, 2025

Landscape photography is about capturing the breathtaking beauty of the natural world. Whether it is the sand dunes of the Middle East or the lushness of Yosemite National Park, landscape photographers want to document every detail they encounter. If you are someone who is looking to buy large-format cameras, then here are a few options that you can certainly have a look at.

I’m a Canon Fan(boy), of Course, we have the Best Camera System… Ever

By Alberto Lima

November 16, 2025

There are very few camera manufacturers with the legacy and pedigree that Canon has built over the years. So much so, in fact, that it can be easily argued that Canon is the most popular camera manufacturer in the world. As a result, Canon cameras have accumulated many fans and super-fans. This article is not for them.

Sigma Patent Suggests New Ultra-Fast Wide-Angle Primes Could Be on the Way

By Nilofer Khan

November 15, 2025

Prime lenses may not be the best choice for all genres, but many photographers prefer them for their lightweight and compact design. Companies such as Sigma, Laowa, and TTartisans have been launching a variety of wide-angle primes, and today, one can easily choose between the multiple offerings based on the price range. Sigam, for one, has various variants, including popular offerings such as 14mm f1.4, 20mm f1.4, and 65mm f2. Adding to this portfolio are patents for new options that could be of assistance to you. Have a look.

One of Panasonic’s Best Lenses Got an Update

By Chris Gampat

November 15, 2025

This is a quick article update to let you all know that we’ve added a revision/update to our Panasonic 35mm f1.8 review. It’s a really minor update that simply just addresses the addition of the new firmware that lets you make it into a control ring to set various parameters. Honestly, it’s worth skipping if …