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Nikon Z9 review

　　Nikon was the last of the big three to reveal its hand. Its flagship Nikon Z9 is right up there as most accomplished of them all and one of the best cameras for photography you can buy. 　　Over the past couple of years, we’ve seen a series of high-end full-frame mirrorless cameras whose capabilities decisively surpass anything their DSLR predecessors...

Llano Fast Dual Camera Battery Charger review – essential for power users?

　　With a conscious eye on the environment, most manufacturers arent including battery chargers with their cameras, instead relying on in-camera USB charging. This is a brilliant initiative for most photographers who can shoot hundreds of images on a single charge. Still, an external charger is a must for heavy users, particularly videographers who need multiple batteries each day. Coming to...

SmallRig AD

　　While it’s possible to shoot video with a camera mounted on a photography tripod, you really need a dedicated video tripod and head if you want to keep the camera steady while you pan or tilt the camera. The SmallRig AD-50Lite is an affordable option that fits the bill nicely with a fluid head for smooth camera movements and a...

Oppo Reno 12 Review – Budget smartphone with 50MP sensor

　　The budget smartphone market has lots of different options for those that don’t necessarily want to spend a fortune on a flagship phone, but still want to get some good shots. 　　For those on a low budget, the Oppo Reno 12 has some intriguing specifications, with it sitting below the slightly more advanced Oppo Reno 12 Pro device. At the...

K&F Concept Variable ND4

　　The KF Concept Variable ND4-64CPL (or KF Concept Nano-X Series Variable ND4-64CPL MRC, to give it its tongue-twisting full name) is one of a select few filters that provide separate control of both polarisation and neutral density. Polarising filters are extremely useful to photographers, as they can enhance or suppress reflections, saturate colours, or deepen blue skies. Meanwhile, variable neutral...

10 Dresses You’ll Keep Pulling Out Of Your Closet To Wear This Season—All Under $40

Summer may still be in full swing in the South, but with the fall season approaching in just a few weeks, there’s no better time than now to start prepping your wardrobe for cooler, crisper temperatures. We know it can be difficult to even consider shopping for sweaters and jackets with weather still as humid and hot as ever,...

Vogue Williams is ‘obsessed’ with this £14 lightweight foundation which ‘lasts all day’

　　When choosing a new foundation, were looking for a formula thats perfecting yet lightweight, easy to apply and requires minimal touch-ups. Someone with an ultra-busy schedule who undoubtedly will be in need of a long-lasting base is Vogue Williams who has two chart-topping podcasts, a busy family life and a tanning empire to contend with. 　　Luckily for us, the mum-of-three...

Sony Alpha A6000 review – still a bargain in 2024

　　The Sony Alpha 6000 offers a great entry into the mirrorless camera world, and even now, nearly 10 years after its launch, its a remarkably capable Sony mirrorless camera and great value on the second-hand market, giving access to Sonys wide range of E-mount lenses. But is it still a good buy in 2024? Find out in our full review....

Leica D

　　The Leica D-Lux 8 is an advanced zoom compact camera that’s designed for enthusiast photographers. It’s a development of the Leica D-Lux 7 from 2018, which itself was a re-styled version of the Panasonic Lumix LX100 II. The D-Lux 8 has the same lens, sensor, and core specifications as its predecessor, but it gains a radically reworked control layout based...

Canon EOS 90D review – last of the DSLRs

　　The Canon EOS 90D came out in 2019, and now looks like one of the last of Canons DSLRs as it shifts focus to mirrorless cameras. But with a high-resolution 32.5MP APS-C sensor and a broad range of features, the EOS 90D remains one of the best Canon DSLRstoday. 　　Canon EOS 90D at a glance: $1,199 / £1,279 body only,...

Our Favorite Stainless Steel Cookware Sets For Every Budget

When it comes to essentials, cookware is the workhorse of the kitchen. A few great pots and pans, or an entire set, will offer the ability to put together a delicious meal for your family. From sautéing garlic and onions for pasta to cooking chicken, browning ground beef, and flipping fried eggs, stainless steel cookware is incredibly useful. But...

Leica M11

　　It had to be Leica that introduced a system to allow the provenance of an image to be traced; right back to the original file. In the company’s Leica M11-P digital rangefinder we have just that, with the inclusion of Leica Content Credentials. The feature relies on a new chip that encodes details of how each image was recorded and...

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