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Water Droplet Photography
My experiments with water droplet photography started after I came across one such image while casually surfing the net.
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October 2023
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Close-up and Macro Photography (Part I)
Photographing miniature subjects is an urge every photographer feels soon after taking up photography.
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October 2023
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Panasonic launches LUMIX G9II with PDAF technology
Mid-September, Panasonic announced the debut of the LUMIX G9II digital mirrorless camera, introducing a new sensor and Phase Detection AutoFocus (PDAF) technology.
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October 2023
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Panasonic delays 8K video plans
Panasonic has put its 8K video ambitions on hold, citing insufficient demand in the consumer market.
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October 2023
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Nikon introduces robotic control system
Nikon’s specialised robotics division has introduced a new motorised head tailored for professional mirrorless cameras and DSLRs.
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October 2023
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Fujifilm's X100V successor
Over three years have passed since Fujifilm introduced the immensely popular X100V, which remains elusive to this day.
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October 2023
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OM System floats new TOUGH TG-7 adventure camera
OM System, known for its legacy of creating reliable cameras for outdoor enthusiasts and extreme environments, has taken a leap forward with the launch of the new OM System TOUGH TG-7 adventure camera.
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October 2023
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Elevating Colour Precision for Photographers
The BenQ SW272U monitor is a 27-inch 4K screen designed with photographers and creative professionals in mind. With a host of impressive features, this monitor promises to be a game-changer for those who demand a high degree of colour accuracy and convenience in their workflow.
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October 2023
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A super-telephoto zoom lens at a competitive price!
This is the last of the super telephoto lenses on the current Nikon lens roadmap.
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October 2023
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Sony debuts world's tiniest, lightest wideangle zoom lens
Sony has introduced the ultra-compact FE 16-35mm GM II, the world’s smallest and lightest wide-angle zoom lens, designed for 35mm full-frame α (Alpha™) E-mount cameras.
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October 2023
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Nikon Zfmirrorless camera
Nikon introduced the new full-frame Nikon Z f mirrorless camera, marrying heritage design inspired by iconic Nikon film cameras with cutting-edge performance.
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October 2023
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TAMRON introduces 17-50mm wide-angle zoom lens
TAMRON, renowned for optical innovation, unveiled the 17-50mm F/4 Di III VXD (Model A068), setting a new benchmark for wide-angle zoom lenses designed for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras.
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October 2023
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Canon unveils 200-800mm full-frame zoom lens
Canon has made a bold move by patenting three innovative zoom lens designs, with two designed for full-frame cameras.
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October 2023
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Ricoh's GR III faces stock shortage
Ricoh’s GR III, an ultra-compact point-and-shoot camera released in 2019, is experiencing a resurgence in popularity that has left retailers struggling to keep it in stock.
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October 2023
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Meyer Optik Görlitz Biotar 75mm f/1.5 II
The Biotar 75mm f/1.5 lens is now back on the market! Originally conceived by the legendary German lens designer Willi Merté in the 1930s, this short telephoto lens was renowned for its remarkable speed and distinctive swirly bokeh.
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October 2023
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Nikon launches NIKKOR Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena
Nikon India Private Ltd. has unveiled the NIKKOR Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena lens, the latest addition to the renowned NIKKOR Z S-Line series.
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October 2023
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EISA Awards 2023-2024
The Expert Imaging and Sound Association (EISA) has announced the results of the 2023-2024 awards for the products that stood out in various categories. As the representative magazine of EISA in India, Smart Photography is proud to bring the results of this contest of excellence. Congratulations to all the winners.
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September 2023
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A compact, for Nikon DX cameras! fast prime
Nikon quickly expanded the range of Z mount lenses available for full frame cameras but has been a bit slow in its corresponding DX (cropped format) offerings.
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September 2023
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A Loveable Lens
The Nikkor Z 70-180 mm F/2.8 was introduced in India on 21st June 2023. Nikon already has a Z mount 70-200 mm f/2.8 S lens.
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September 2023
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Generative Fill - A Game Changer!
Ashok Kandimalla has been in the photographic field for over three decades and has extensive experience in both film and digital photography. Being an electronics engineer by profession and a photographer, he possesses a unique and deep insight into the technical aspects of digital photography and equipment. He has published more than a 100 articles on photography and some of his writings have also been published in the well-known international magazine Popular Photography. An avid collector of photographic books and vintage cameras, Ashok has a keen interest in the history of photography and a passion for sharing his knowledge on photography through teaching and writing. He is the only Indian photographer to be featured on the Nikon Centenary website. He is presently working as a Management and Engineering consutant. He can be reached at kashokk@gmail.com.
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September 2023
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EISA PHOTOGRAPHY MAESTRO 2023-24
EISA's Maestro's international photography contest results are out for 2023-24. These awards recognise photography talents from across the globe. This year's theme was 'The Animal Kingdom', and it saw enthusiastic participation from India. Magnus Berggren from Sweden won the first prize of € 1500. Congratulations to all the winners.
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September 2023
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AN ARTIST AT HEART
Prema Kakade - Meet Prema Kakade. She is an artist at heart who has dabbled professionally in various forms of art such as Batik, Tanjore and Mysore paintings. She started her photographic journey in 2015. Being an avid traveller, her interest in photography includes various genres like pictorial, nature, wildlife, macro and travel. Says Prema “Photography to me is not only an extension of my art form, but goes much deeper as a meditative media”.
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September 2023
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An Exclusive Interview with Mukesh Srivastava - Head of Digital Imaging, Sony India
INDUSTRY OPINION - with Mukesh Srivastava - Head of Digital Imaging, Sony India
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September 2023
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Creative Wedding Photography With Sony 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II
Rahul Soman, of Jumping Souls, brings wedding pictures to life with the innovative Sony FE 24-70 mm F2.8 GM II, a revolutionary standard zoom lens offering evolved optics and AF performance into a compact package
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September 2023
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Tamron to Develop World's First 17-50mm Wide-Angle Zoom lens
Tamron has exciting news for Sony full-frame mirrorless camera users.
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September 2023
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Canon Launches New Advertising Campaign
Canon India has unveiled a captivating new creative campaign entitled ‘Some Things are Best Left to Canon.’ This campaign aims to underline the importance of capturing life’s most precious moments with the aid of cutting-edge camera technology, ensuring these memories are cherished for years to come.
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September 2023
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Lexar Introduces 1800x SDXCTM UHS-II Card
Lexar Professional 1800x SDHC/ SDXC UHS-II Card GOLD Series is the new addition to Lexar’s lineup sets a remarkable standard for high-speed performance and robustness, boasting a read speed of 280 MB/s.
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September 2023
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Sony Unveils ZV-E1 Vlogging Camera
Sony introduced their latest creation, the ZV-E1 high-performance E-mount vlogging camera, on the 3rd of August 2023. This innovative camera boasts a full-frame 35mm imaging sensor, promising exceptional visual quality for content creators and vloggers.
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September 2023
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Sony Unveils the Ultimate Zoom Lens
SO ony has unveiled its latest masterpiece the FE 70-200MM F4 Macro G OSS II lens. This groundbreaking addition to Sony's lens family is making waves as the world's premier zoom lens in its category, offering an unmatched half macro capability throughout its entire zoom range.
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September 2023
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JIP Makes $14 Billion Bid for Toshiba
In an intriguing business maneuver, Japan Industrial Partners (JIP), the investment firm that acquired Olympus' camera division in January 2021, is now setting its sights on acquiring electronics powerhouse Toshiba for a staggering $14 billion, approximately £11 billion. This bold move has raised questions about JIP's strategy and the future of Toshiba's diverse technology portfolio.
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