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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
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
OnePlus Nord 5 Camera Review - New Midrange King?
Last year, when we reviewed the OnePlus Nord 4, it left us wanting more. This year, the Nord 5 arrives with bold promises - it's the first Nord to feature a Snapdragon 8-series chipset and the first mainstream OnePlus device with a 144Hz OLED display. But what we're really here for is the camera - especially since it borrows tech from the flagship OnePlus 13. While pricing hasn't been officially confirmed (we received both the Nord 5 and CE5 under embargo), we expect it to stay close to last year's launch price - between ₹30,000-₹35,000. According to OnePlus, this is their most complete Nord yet. So, do the cameras live up to that claim? Let's find out!
5 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
ARACHNID AESTHETICS
Do you remember the first macro image you ever shot? What was it?
4 min |
July 2025
Asian Photography
DECAY DIARIES: DISCOVERING THE BEAUTY OF ROT, RUST, AND RUIN THROUGH MACRO
Decay is usually seen as a sign of failure, of neglect, corrosion, and abandonment. It marks the places we leave behind and the things we no longer touch. But for those who carry a macro lens, decay is not the end of something, but the beginning of a fascinating visual story. Up close, rot becomes a rich texture, rust becomes a complex pattern, and ruin becomes poetry. Welcome to the world of Decay Diaries, where beauty isn’t found in perfection, but in what is slowly falling apart.
3 min |
July 2025
Asian Photography
Apple's iOS 26 Brings Changes to Imaging Experience, Camera APP and Photos
Apple's new design overhaul brings an update to the Camera app in iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS Tahoe 26, making everyday photography feel more immersive and intuitive. The redesigned UI prioritizes easy reach for core controls while minimizing distractions. Buttons, sliders, and toggles now live within a refined control layer that adapts as you frame shots or switch modes. In the app, navigation and tools morph fluidly to stay out of the way until you need them, keeping the focus squarely on capturing the moment. New gestures streamline access to pro tools, and the layout now curves with the edges of modern displays for a more cohesive, hardware-conscious experience.
1 min |
July 2025
Asian Photography
WHERE DOES MACRO END AND MICRO BEGIN?
Macro photography opens the door to a world we rarely notice-a place where the texture of a leaf becomes a jungle, the surface of a coin a lunar landscape. But how close is too close? At what point does macro stop being macro and enter the realm of micro photography? The line between the two isn't just a matter of semantics. It's about tools, technique, and intent. In this article, we'll draw that line.
3 min |
July 2025
Asian Photography
CAPTURING FLORAL FASCINATION
Kristine's journey began from a father's influence and a curious eye grew into a deep, self-taught journey into the miniature world. She specialises in capturing flowers alongside insects, capturing and excelling at an intriguing perspective in macro photography. Asian Photography spoke to her about how macro photography shaped not just her creative process, but also her perspective on nature, patience, and purpose. Excerpts:
5 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
Leica Announces Monopan 50 Film
Leica has announced Monopan 50, its first true Leicabranded 35mm black-and-white film, in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Leica I-the camera that launched 35mm photography in 1925.
1 min |
July 2025
Asian Photography
Apple Built a Custom iPhone-Based Camera to Film Inside Real F1 Cars
For its upcoming Formula One film, Apple engineered a custom camera module using iPhone components to capture cinematic-quality footage from inside F1 cars—without affecting performance.
1 min |
July 2025
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
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
Apple to Move All iPhone Manufacturing to India
Apple plans to shift all U.S. iPhone assembly to India by the end of 2026, aiming to reduce reliance on China amid President Trump’s trade war.
1 min |
May 2025
Asian Photography
Canon Japan Confirms US Tariffs Will Increase Prices
While most camera companies have stayed silent about the looming economic situation and its impact on camera costs, Canon has confirmed it will raise prices in the U.S. due to new tariffs introduced by President Trump.
1 min |
May 2025
Asian Photography
Sony Announces 50-150mm F/2 G Master Lens
Sony’s new FE 50-150mm F/2 G Master lens brings something different to the table for full-frame shooters. It covers a focal range similar to the workhorse 70-200mm F/2.8, but starts at a wider 50mm and offers a brighter, constant F/2 aperture.
1 min |
May 2025
Asian Photography
Nikon India Launches Z5II
Nikon India has launched the Z5II, a full-frame mirrorless camera designed for professionals and enthusiasts alike.
1 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
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.
5 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
NO CAMERA? NO PROBLEM! SMARTPHONE PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS
There’s something visceral and empowering about holding your DSLR or mirrorless camera, fine-tuning your settings, and capturing the perfect frame.
5 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
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
Palestinian Photographer Wins World Press Photo 2025
Palestinian photojournalist Samar Abu Elouf has won World Press Photo of the Year for her portrait of nine-year-old Mahmoud Ajjour, a Gaza boy who lost both arms in an Israeli airstrike.
1 min |
May 2025
Asian Photography
Nikon's N-RAW Will Soon Be Compatible With Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe has announced that Premiere Pro will soon support Nikon’s proprietary N-RAW video format. The update, expected by the end of 2025, marks a major shift in compatibility and opens up new possibilities for filmmakers and editors who rely on Adobe’s software.
1 min |
May 2025
Asian Photography
Scuderia Ferrari and HP Unveil CoDesigned Livery for Miami Grand Prix
Scuderia Ferrari and HP Inc. have unveiled a bold, co-designed livery ahead of the Miami Grand Prix, celebrating one year of their title partnership.
1 min |
May 2025
Asian Photography
OmniVision Launches New Sensor Boasting 18 Stops of Dynamic Range
OmniVision has introduced the OV50X, a flagshipgrade Type-1 (1-inch) image sensor designed for premium smartphones, boasting what it claims is the highest dynamic range in the mobile industry—“close to” 110 decibels, or roughly 18 stops. This marks a major leap in smartphone imaging, rivaling even some medium-format sensors in theory.
1 min |
May 2025
Asian Photography
Tips for Shooting Iconic Landmarks Without Making Them Cliché
There’s a thrill in standing before the world’s most iconic landmarks—Eiffel Tower in Paris, the Taj Mahal in India, New York’s Statue of Liberty, or the Great Wall of China.
5 min |
May 2025
Asian Photography
Capturing Chronicles
Chris Ha work is a visual treat to see, not only because of the passions that's reflected in his well-composed frames, but also in the effort he puts in breaking tough concepts of post-processing in his videos. Spanning across multiple genres, his work has amassed admirers and acclaim from around the world. Asian Photography caught up with him to talk about his journey, mistakes, key learnings and more. Excerpts:
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