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Hasselblad’s Best Camera is Going for Over $16,000

Hasselblad’s Best Camera is Going for Over $16,000

by Nilofer Khan
May 5, 2026

When one thinks of purchasing a medium format camera, they often look at Hasselblad or Fujifilm as their options. While each of these cameras is expensive, they are still well under the range of $10,000. However, when you pair the device with a lens of its kind, then the camera can come closer to this. It now appears that an old Hasselblad camera and lenses are now selling for much more than this. Here's a quick look.

We Got a Bad Unit. The Lensbaby Twist 28 Actually Rocks

We Got a Bad Unit. The Lensbaby Twist 28 Actually Rocks

by Chris Gampat
May 5, 2026

If you read my Lensbaby Twist 28 review way back in February when I published it, you'll be happy to know that there's been an update. At least, I'm happy that there's an update. So we're posting the updated text below.

Tips on Making Your Best Street Portraits

Tips on Making Your Best Street Portraits

by Chris Gampat
May 5, 2026

Ever felt that it was weird to ask a stranger for a portrait? Well, you're not alone. But there are definitely ways to do it that's respectful, and that work to get the images you want. Here, we'll present some of those methods for you.

The Cameras I Used in College are Experiencing a Renaissance. And That’s Awesome

The Cameras I Used in College are Experiencing a Renaissance. And That’s Awesome

by Chris Gampat
May 5, 2026

Originally, this article was going to be about how the Canon S5 IS was going through a bit of a moment. Sometime between 2005 and 2009, I was so intimately familiar with that camera that I could tell you so much about it. From my recollection, it had a 12x optical zoom, a swivel LCD screen, could make up to three frames a second, had all manual controls, and boasted optical image stabilization. It's nuts to think that today, this is a bit of a novelty for consumers who mostly use their phone and zoom in digitally. But then I realized something: all those cameras are currently experiencing a moment. And to reiterate what I've said before: long live the digicam.

Light Lens Lab Just Brought One of History’s Most Beloved Lens Formulas Back to Life

Light Lens Lab Just Brought One of History’s Most Beloved Lens Formulas Back to Life

by Nilofer Khan
May 4, 2026

Leica has been one of the few companies to work with lenses based on vintage offerings. One of the reasons being that the Leica's M range requires a manual lens, which challenges the way one designs the lenses. Light Lens Lab is one such company that has introduced some impressive lenses, and they are reviving up one of the most celebrated lenses again for portrait photographers.

Is Canon Launching a New 20-50mm Lens?

Is Canon Launching a New 20-50mm Lens?

by Nilofer Khan
May 4, 2026

Canon has some wonderful lenses for their mirrorless photographers. While the company is still developing and introducing newer models, it appears that some focal ranges will get a better chance than others. This includes a new 20-50mm, an odd focal length that has a chance to see the light of day. Have a look.

The Single Best Third-Party Lens For Street Photography

The Single Best Third-Party Lens For Street Photography

by Nilofer Khan
May 4, 2026

Third-party lenses have been pretty important for photographers who need reliable options at a decent cost. While there are many options one can choose from, TTArtisan's is perhaps the best when it comes to street photography. One of the reasons being that their focal lengths are impressive, and they work pretty well in any condition. Here is a look at the offering we think suits best to those who photograph the streets.

Here’s Everything We Want From the R8 II

Here’s Everything We Want From the R8 II

by Nilofer Khan
May 4, 2026

Canon cameras are in a league of their own. The company has introduced some spectacular models over the years, and it appears that there seems to be no stopping. With reports of the Canon R8 II being on the horizon, one only hopes for a Rebel's mirrorless version to be far better than the original in every way. Here are 7 things that photographers would certainly be excited to see.

Adding Artfulness to Your Street Photography

Adding Artfulness to Your Street Photography

by Chris Gampat
May 4, 2026

When we enter the world with a camera intending to photograph it how it is, we are engaging in the practice of street photography. The street photographer faithfully carries their camera, searching for the moments which will eventually captivate their viewers and perhaps even tell them something insightful about humanity. The honest street photographer seeks to preserve a bit of history. Their works have and will continue to speak volumes in ways that words cannot.