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Hill & Adamson

Conchita Fernandes recounts the story of the Scottish pioneering duo, David Octavius Hill and Robert Adamson.

Blueprints of the Cosmos

The translucent figures in Ricardo Guixà’s photographs explore the perceptions behind the human psyche and how it intricately intertwines with the stars. Nilofer Khan reveals.

A Land of Distant Dreams

Siddharth Behl’s decade-long documentation of the Changpas unveils the perseverance of a community on the threshold of an ecological collapse.

Nikon Z 9 Nikon's Magnum Opus

The much-awaited mirrorless flagship, the Nikon Z9, not only puts a lot of speculation to rest, but also defines the future for Nikon and makes a powerful statement. K Madhavan Pillai rediscovers the heart of Nikon.

Nikon Z 28-75mm f/2.8 Fast, Compact And Affordable

The Nikon Z 28-75mm f/2.8 is a surprise package from the company in the crowded segment of standard zoom lenses. Shridhar Kunte reports.

Canon Unveils its First Full Frame 8K Camera, the EOS R5 C

Canon has announced its much-awaited hybrid cinema camera, the EOS R5 C. The camera can be used for photography and 8K/60ps videos.

2000 Patients in Scotland Swallow a Tiny Camera

The National Health Service (NHS) in Scotland has used a tiny camera housed in a “pill” to screen more than 2000 patients for bowel cancer.

Evolutionary Excellence

Nikon’s third iteration of this versatile, extremely popular zoom range, the Nikkor Z 24-120mm f/4 S is at the very peak of it product evolution. K Madhavan Pillai puts it to the test.

Dystopia & Memories

Of all art forms, photography is perhaps the greatest weapon against exposing and calling out injustice. Photographs harbour an undeniable sense of immediacy. Today, however, it is no longer sufficient to simply share an image in the hope of eliciting a reaction from the audience at large. A photographer needs to ensure that an image benefits a group of people or even a single individual. The benefit may be in terms of knowledge, an introduction to a new idea, or a new awakening to something that did not exist before.

I am... Only Human

Priyanka Chharia reimagines what it means to be a photographer during a time of chaos and uncertainty.

REDINK AWARDS 2021

Honouring the Very Best in Indian Journalism

Romancing the Retro Look

Nikon’s first 28mm f/2.8 was released in 1974. The fourth iteration of this legend, the Nikkor Z 28mm f/2.8 (SE) is certainly classic in its look and focal length, but there is a lot more to this lens, as K Madhavan Pillai discovers.

Samyang Unveils a New Autofocus Lens for Sony Cameras

Samyang has launched a telephoto lens designed for E-mount camera systems, the 135mm f/1.8.

Spectacular Display Workhorse

Embodying some of the lastest tech, the Asus Vivobook Pro 16X OLED is laden with features for creators, as K Madhavan Pillai discovers.

The CPB Photo Awards

With its roots in war photography, photojournalism has come a long way to encompass a variety of issues, events and causes that shape the world. It is perhaps the pinnacle of photography for its ability to inform and institute change. In recognition of this, the CPB Photo Awards was instituted in 2019, providing a platform for photographers from across India to submit difficult and complex visual stories that shape the country. The second edition of the awards was made possible with the generosity of Sidhant Khanna from Srishti Digilife India as well as Nazar Foundation.

A Phone For All Your Needs

Conchita Fernandes tests the vivo X70 Pro+, a phone that packs a punch with its design and features.

Where Worlds Collide

Katrin Koenning’s soulful visuals tell a nuanced tale about our troubled times, discovers Nilofer Khan. Her project, The Kids are in Trouble, is currently being exhibited at the third edition of the Chennai Photo Biennale.

A Curse in Disguise

Chinky Shukla paints a searing picture of the adversities faced by the residents of the villages affected by the 1998 nuclear test in Pokhran.

One for All, and All for One

From photographing ants to capturing images of the moon, Nilofer Khan puts the Tamron 18–300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD through its paces to see how it fares.

Retro-styled & Versatile

Nikon Z fc draws inspiration from the stellar Nikon FM2. This APS-C mirrorless interchangeable lens camera has features for the serious user, and keeps things fashionable as well. K Madhavan Pillai put it to the test.

Bordering Perfection - Fujinon XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR

Nilofer Khan reviews the Fujinon XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR, the company’s latest multipurpose, compact lens for their APS-C lineup.

Adding More Firepower - Nikkor Z 70–200mm f/2.8 VR S

Shridhar Kunte takes a close look at the Nikkor Z 70–200mm f/2.8, the company’s newest addition to serious optics, and finds out what it has to offer.

A Celebration of Stunning Imagery

The SIGMA 60th Anniversary Commemorative Photography Awards received thousands of images from across India. Here is a look at the winners and runners-up.

A Taste of the Road Less Travelled

The Lumix Travel and Food Photo Contest has received awe-inspiring entries from across the country. Here is a recap of the categories and the exciting judging process.

Indian Photography Festival A Union Of Visuals And Narratives

The seventh edition of the Indian Photography Festival-Hyderabad is back with an exciting lineup of imagery, talks and workshops.

ELECTRIFYING LADAKH

We knew our journey between Delhi to Leh in the Audi e-tron would be tough, and it would get harder as we progressed deeper into the Himalayas. Here then is what happened

Our endeavour is to treat photographers and creators to an unhurried, hands-on, informative experience, based on their personal interests.

Canon’s experiential showrooms, aptly called Canon Image Squares (or CIS), is among the most successful formats of its kind in India. The first of the new edition, CIS 4.0, opened in Mumbai recently. It brings together technology, lifestyle, and innovation, and is hugely customer-centered. Mr. Manabu Yamazaki, President & CEO, Canon India, and Mr. C Sukumaran, Director, Consumer System Products & Imaging Communication Business, Canon India, speak with K Madhavan Pillai about CIS 4.0.

WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR

The 57th edition of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year contest witnessed a staggering 50,000 entries from 95 countries in 19 categories. Every year, several panelists belonging to different disciplines preside over the judging process.

Amidst Wide & Normal

The NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 is the company’s FX format compact, prime, affordable option for its Z series cameras. Shridhar Kunte tests it.

A Dynamic Beast, the Sony Alpha 7R IV

Chintu Pathak discusses the features that make the Sony Alpha 7R IV a great camera for wedding photography, and why he enjoys shooting with the FE 16–35mm f/2.8 GM lens especially for environmental portraits.