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Brightin Star Introduces a New Ultra-Wide Lens on a Budget
by Nilofer Khan
June 18, 2026
Third-party lenses have been a boon for many young photographers. They are cost-effective, and they give you the results that your heart desires. Chinese lenses, particularly those from Brightin Star, in this case, have done so much for photographers looking for financial value. As part of their growing portfolio, the company is now introducing a wide angel lens that astrophotographers will adore.

Don’t Let Your Camera Make Photos For You
by Chris Gampat
June 18, 2026
There's something that the resurgence of digicams has done for so many photographers: it's made them forget more and more about technical precision. Instead, they're shooting in ways that we used to do so long ago. And beyond that, the images feel so much more organic and fun. More importantly, though, there are lots of photographers who aren't letting the camera make photos for them.

5 Best Compact Cameras for Travel Photographers
by Nilofer Khan
June 18, 2026
Travel photography is a genre that requires one to rely on a camera that is small, pocketable, and fun to use. While you get multiple mirrorless models that are small, they often carry the challenge of using different lenses for different scenes. In this regard, a compact camera becomes a safe space for those who need one device and one device alone. Here is a look at the options that can provide that.

Should You Trust New Camera firmware?
by Chris Gampat
June 18, 2026
In the world of mobile phones, when new software comes out, it often feels like an enshitified experience. I mean, Apple breaks things all the time. The same goes for Windows, Google, etc. New firmware just feels like the brands are working to make their products worse and worse so that we have to go buy a new one eventually. It even happens with Sony headphones. And over the years, I've started to see things happen even with cameras too.

The 4 Best Compact Cameras with an APS-C Sensor
by Nilofer Khan
June 17, 2026
Compact cameras are some of the most exciting technological advancements in the medium. They not only allow you to carry the camera everywhere but also help with capturing moments on the go. While some of the most popular compact cameras have 1-inch sensors, there are some that break the barrier with APS-C models. Here is a look at the top four contenders.

How Canon Is Hiding an Even Bigger Surprise for 2026
by Nilofer Khan
June 17, 2026
Canon has some wonderful gear in its portfolio. The company has been introducing wonderful options for photographers who want performance at a good price. It appears that Canon is now keen on launching a lens that will be considered 'world's first.'

Why Your F1.2 Lenses Suck
by Chris Gampat
June 17, 2026
I remember when I first really started getting into photography in the early 2000s that f1.2 lenses were considered peak photography. Even holding one was something special. They were so hard to use, but the images they made were so intensely beautiful. Back then, the only ones that I'd see were from Canon and Leica. Nikon had a few, but no photographers ever really seemed to use them. Fast forward to today, and nearly every manufacturer has an f1.2 lens.


