Asian Photography
Dronemaker DJI Faces Imminent Ban Despite Complying to Scrutiny
DJl is still waiting on a U.S. government security audit mandated by Congress—six months after formally requesting it. The delay could have major consequences for DJI's future in the American market.
1 min |
July 2025
Asian Photography
Insta360 Unveils Wireless Mic
Insta360 has launched the Mic Air, its first compact wireless microphone, designed to seamlessly pair with Insta360 cameras like the new X5 8K 360° camera.
1 min |
July 2025
Asian Photography
Sigma Launches 17-40 F/1.8 Lens
Sigma has unveiled the 17-40mm f/1.8 DC Art lens, the long-awaited successor to the hugely popular 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art from 2013.
1 min |
July 2025
Asian Photography
Bioluminescence at 2:1: The Rare Frontier of Glowing Macro Subjects
In the dark corners of nature, far from city lights and human eyes, organisms glow. Some flicker like fading embers; others pulse like neon signs underwater. This phenomenon, known as bioluminescence, is one of nature's most hauntingly beautiful tricks. To witness it is one thing. To photograph it, especially up close, at extreme magnifications like 2:1, is another. Welcome to one of the most elusive and visually captivating niches of macro photography: the glowing world of bioluminescent life.
4 min |
July 2025
Asian Photography
How Close Should You Get to a Subject? Ethics in Macro
Macro photography is all about getting close — closer than the eye can see. It invites us into intimate worlds: The spiralled symmetry of a snail's shell, the fine hairs on a bee's leg, the dew resting on a spider's web. But as we close in, a question looms that goes beyond technique or gear: How close should we get?
4 min |
July 2025
Asian Photography
MINIATURE MARVELS
Drawn to the hidden dramas of the insect world, Sandip Guha uncovers nature's quietest stories through patience, precision, and reverence. Since picking up a macro lens, he has captured moments as fleeting as damselfly mating rituals and as rare as spider courtship. His work goes beyond beauty, documenting behaviour, ecology, and the fragile poetry of life in miniature. Asian Photography spoke to him about inspiration, hardships, mistakes, bucket shot and more. Excerpts:
5 min |
July 2025
Smart Photography
Artificial Intelligence in Photography
'Artificial Intelligence' (AI) - these buzz words cause a state of panic in several people. But what exactly is artificial intelligence?
2 min |
May 2025
Smart Photography
MOICHARA
The Traditional Bull Race of Bengal
2 min |
May 2025
Smart Photography
From Click to Print: Inspire Kids with Summer Photography Workshops
By the time this issue reaches you, schools across many parts of India will have closed for the summer holidays, giving children a much-needed and well-deserved break.
1 min |
May 2025
Smart Photography
Nikon launches Z5II mirrorless camera
Nikon India Pvt. Ltd. unveiled the Z5II, a full-frame mirrorless camera, at a dynamic event in New Delhi's Eros Hotel.
1 min |
May 2025
Smart Photography
COMPACT CAMERAS OUR CHOICE
Compact cameras are back in demand. It only took one winner from the Fujifilm stable to turn the tide. Fujifilm's X100 VI took the world by storm and even today continues to be in short supply. Let's zero in on the best choices available to you in the compact camera market. In our opinion, for compact cameras to prevail against constantly improving mobile phones, the sensor size has to be decent. Accordingly, sensor sizes smaller than 1-inch Type do not make the grade.
2 min |
May 2025
Smart Photography
World's First Stainless-Steel SD Cards
exar launched its groundbreaking Le Lexar ARMOR GOLD SDXC UHS-II Card and Lexar ARMOR SILVER PRO SDXC UHS-II Card in India, introducing the world's first stainless-steel SD cards.
1 min |
May 2025
Smart Photography
SmallRig's Modular Cage System
SmallRig unveiled a modular cage system for mirrorless cameras on March 10, 2025, priced at $129 globally.
1 min |
May 2025
Smart Photography
A Fine Lens!
Sony FE 16-25 mm F 2.8 G ₹1,17,900/-
2 min |
May 2025
Smart Photography
Excellent Performer
Sony FE 400-800 MM F/6.3 - 8 G OSS 2,64,990/-
4 min |
May 2025
Smart Photography
Sony India FE 50-150mm F2 GM Telephoto Zoom
Sony ony India has launched the FE 50-150mm F2 GM, the world's first telephoto zoom lens with a 150mm maximum focal length and a constant F2 aperture.
1 min |
May 2025
Smart Photography
Ulanzi's Smartphone Rig
Ulanzi released a smartphone video rig on April 18, 2025, priced at *5,000 in India.
1 min |
May 2025
Smart Photography
Canon EOS R100 Budget Option
Canon's EOS R100 gained Ca attention in March 2025 as a beginner mirrorless camera, priced at 45,000 (Body only) in India. Its 24.1MP APS-C sensor and reliable autofocus suit hobbyists.
1 min |
May 2025
Smart Photography
Joby GorillaPod 5K Refresh
Joby launched an updated GorillaPod 5K on April 12, 2025, priced at $99.
1 min |
May 2025
Smart Photography
DJI Osmo Pocket 4
DJI launched the Osmo Pocket 4 on April 15, 2025, priced at ₹35,000 in India.
1 min |
May 2025
Smart Photography
BenQ Unveils Cutting Edge PD Series Monitors
BenQ has introduced its latest PD Series monitors at the VAM Summit, targeting creative professionals such as designers, animators, photographers, and game developers.
1 min |
May 2025
Smart Photography
Rode Wireless Pro II
Rode launched the Wireless Pro II microphone on April 20, R2025, priced at 345,000 in India.
1 min |
May 2025
Smart Photography
Chitrakatha: Where Every Picture is a Story
The latest photo book by a Mumbai-based couple weaves together visuals and text to explore nature, daily life, and cultural traditions. Each image invites viewers to pause, reflect, and engage with moments that might otherwise pass unnoticed.
4 min |
May 2025
Smart Photography
Nothing makes a quantum leap in imaging
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro 29,999/- (nothing.tech)
2 min |
May 2025
Asian Photography
MINIMALIST TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY: CAPTURING MORE WITH LESS
In an age where travel and photography intersect more than ever, it's easy to fall into the trap of equating great photography with an abundance of gear, exotic destinations, and elaborate setups.
6 min |
May 2025
Asian Photography
Best Travel Destinations in India
India is a photographer’s dream, offering an extraordinary range of landscapes, cultures, and seasonal transformations. From the snow-capped Himalayas to the sun-kissed beaches of the south, every season brings a new visual spectacle. Whether you're a professional travel photographer or an enthusiast with a passion for capturing beauty, this guide will help you plan your trips around India’s most photogenic destinations—categorised by summer, monsoon, and winter.
4 min |
May 2025
Asian Photography
What on Your Display?
Users often are unaware of how harmful Blue Light technology, emitted from a device can be. Dr Chris Bai spoke to him about its importance, colour accuracy for professionals and what sets BenQ apart from other companies. Excerpts:
3 min |
May 2025
Asian Photography
How to Take Sharp Travel Photos Without a Tripod
Travel photography is all about capturing stunning landscapes, vibrant street scenes, and fleeting moments.
4 min |
May 2025
Asian Photography
IZI Spectra Review
In the photography world, when someone uses the word “drone”, then the first thing that springs to mind is DJI. Only high-end professionals or the ones that use drones regularly might know more companies. And today we are reviewing a drone that is not only a competitor to DJI, but it’s made in India. This is IZI Spectra - a top of the line drone coming out of this startup based out of Madhya Pradesh. The IZI Spectra promises a lot but let’s see if it delivers on that promise or not.
5 min |
May 2025
Asian Photography
RAINY DAYS ON THE ROAD: EMBRACING BAD WEATHER IN TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY
Travel photography often conjures images of golden sunsets, clear blue skies, and vibrant landscapes.
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