Cameras

Choosing a Camera for Beginners: A First-Time Buyer’s Guide

Are you looking to buy your first camera but feeling overwhelmed by all the options? In this article, I help you choose a camera that’s right for beginners. You’ll learn what to focus on, what to ignore, and how not to get lost in the sea of acronyms and technical jargon. Whether you want to shoot family snapshots, wildlife, or artistic portraits, I’ll help you find the right beginner camera that fits your needs.  

Nikon Z50 II: Great for Vlogging, Documentary, and Night Sky Photography

I took a closer look at the new Nikon Z50 II. It’s an upgrade from my favorite travel camera, the APS-C Nikon Z50. The new model features the EXPEED 7 processor. This is the same processor found in the Z6 III and Z8 which delivers fast and accurate focusing. With support for 4K 60p video, compact size, flip-out display, and advanced tools, it’s the perfect choice for content creators, vloggers, and photography enthusiasts who want high performance without compromise.  

Why I Made the Switch from the Canon R5 to the Sony A7R V

I recently decided to take a big step: Change my camera brand and replace all corresponding lenses and equipment. I learned a lot from reviews, but still had many questions. What are the differences between Canon and Sony, and was switching a good decision? I was only able to find some of the answers came only after using them for some time.

Canon R5 C: Photos and video in a single body

Do you spend a lot of time in the field and shoot both photo and video? Maybe the video functions that come with your camera aren’t cutting it. That’s where the Canon R5 C comes in. A hybrid camera that combines professional video recording with a mirrorless camera without the need for compromise.

Comparing Smartphones and Cameras – Is the Gap Closing? 

Taking pictures with smartphones is growing by leaps and bounds. In terms of quality, it no longer lags behind dedicated cameras as much as before. Where are smartphone cameras keeping up with dedicated cameras and where are they lagging? In this article, we’ll analyze several examples and compare both devices. 

Choosing the Ideal Kit II: Choosing Your Macro Kit

A number of macro photography articles have already been published here at learn.zoner.com. They’re enough for you to learn nearly everything there is to know about the subject. But in this part of our series on choosing your kit, we won’t be telling you how to shoot macro for once. Instead, we’ll be telling you what combination of body and lens to choose for it.

Mechanical vs. electronic shutter: what are the differences and which one should you use?

Analog technologies are becoming digital. Rolls of film have been replaced by an electronic sensor, and moving mirrors are also slowly becoming obsolete. Yet, there is still one last remaining bit of the past to be replaced: the shutter. The technology here has not yet reached the necessary heights to go completely digital, so there are cameras that allow you to choose between a mechanical and an electronic shutter for each image. Each has its own pros and cons.

Choosing Sports Photography Gear I: Picking a Camera

Sports photography is one discipline that places some heavy requirements on your gear. Besides the right lens, you need the right camera as well. What should be the foundation for your choice here? There are countless cameras on the market, but not all of them are suitable for sports photography. Based on my practical experience, I’ve written up some criteria that you should follow if you don’t want to make a misstep.

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