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The latest from the Phoblographer for June 19th, 2025.

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Chris Gampat
June 19, 2025

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Is Nikon Launching a New Full Frame Camera this Year?

By Nilofer Khan

June 19, 2025

Reports of Nikon launching a new camera have been going around for a while. It does come as a surprise since the company revealed they will be taking 2025 on a slower note. One of the reasons for this decision is the ability to meet the demands of the users by meeting the production rate and clearing any backlog. But now, it appears the company is keen on launching a new iteration of its popular full-frame camera, the Zf.

Some of the Best Presets for Better Photography are Only $10

By Chris Gampat

June 19, 2025

Our presets are designed to make editing a minimal task so you can get back to shooting! We're in love with Retro Digital. Luckily, that's when we founded the website closer to two decades ago. So we dove into our image archives, looked at how the Adobe Gurus were telling us how to edit, and adapted those methods to create our Retro Digital Lightroom Presets and Capture One Styles. These are in addition to the popular Photojournalism presets that we released a while back.

The 3 Best Fujifilm Cameras with Fast Autofocus

By Nilofer Khan

June 19, 2025

Many photographers today wish to switch to Fujifilm. Why? Well, there is so much to like: the retro, rangefinder-style camera body, image quality, compactness, and film simulation, to name a few. The X series cameras, despite housing APS-C sensors, are still liked by serious enthusiasts and professionals. So, for those who want a smaller sensor camera but with blazing focus speed, we have a few options that you can choose from. Let's have a look.

The Issues That Plague Photography Today

By Nilofer Khan

June 19, 2025

Photography has multiple challenges that it must face today. From social media to a general leaning toward videos, the medium is fighting a multifaceted battle. In an interview with Euro News, Magnum Photos President and photographer Cristina de Middel speaks about two prominent issues that plague the medium. This comes at a time when the photography industry is evolving rapidly, but there are some things that haven't changed and some that are being accepted at an accelerated speed.

If Your Camera Breaks, This May Protect You From Tariff Costs

By Chris Gampat

June 18, 2025

We're always telling photographers to protect themselves. But did you know that we've got an insurance program? It's free for professional and amateur photographers alike to get a quote! We're giving you more than the competition can in different ways! Here's a little-known fact: the warranty of your camera or lens doesn't necessarily cover what happens to it in case of dust, inclement weather, etc. That's why we created the Photography Care Program, in collaboration with Full Frame Insurance. Dust affects your camera and lens performance more than you think, and unless you're constantly cleaning the lens contacts, your autofocus performance could end up pretty wonky. But just in case something happens, you can ensure your camera gear is always covered.

The Canon R7 II Might Leave Out One Major Component From the R7

By Nilofer Khan

June 18, 2025

Canon has been releasing new patents, which indicates how the company is trying to improve its portfolio. From fish-eye lenses to better autofocus, there are various aspects the company hopes to improve. Similarly, reports of Canon cameras have also been aplenty, with Canon R6 III and R7 II being the most talked-about models. While we have given you a gist of what can be expected, it now appears that the Canon R7 II will have a major difference from what we reported earlier. And it all has to do with the shutter.

Leica MONOPAN 50 Could Be the Best Thing They’ve Done For Film

By Nilofer Khan

June 18, 2025

The advent of digital cameras may have impacted film photography, but it did not, in any way, kill it. In fact, film went on to become a popular process for purists, who wanted to capture images as they were intended during the initial period of the medium. As film continues to play an integral part in the lives of many image-makers, Leica has decided to step into this market once again, with the launch of its very own black and white film. What could it offer? Let's find out.

The Fujifilm Camera That Could Steal Users From the Big Three

By Chris Gampat

June 18, 2025

Fujifilm has pretty much always been playing in its own arena. I think a former Leica VP said it best by saying that sometimes competing with other brands is like swimming with sharks. While their APS-C cameras surely do something much different, not many other brands try to go into medium format territory. But Fujifilm has the potential to take users away from Canon, Sony, and Nikon much more so than you'd think. Considering the fact that the brand told retro lovers that they were going polyamorous and flirted with the DSLR form factor much more, they'd only have to do one thing that could majorly change the entire face of the photo industry.

Canon has Reportedly Discontinued a Popular Lens

By Nilofer Khan

June 18, 2025

Canon's DSLR range offered some of the most iconic cameras and lenses of its time. The Canon 5D series, the 7D, or popular APS-C models such as the Rebel series have each left an indelible mark on the photo community. Similarly, the iconic tilt-shift mechanism (unavailable for mirrorless at the moment), or models such as EF 100mm f2.8L Macro IS USM,  EF 85mm f1.4L IS USM, and EF 24-105mm f4L IS II USM, have been praised for their image quality and efficiency. However, with Canon's recent switch to mirrorless, the company has slowly been discontinuing popular cameras and lenses, and the recent addition to the list will sadden many wildlife and bird photographers.