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On a Quest to be the Best
The iQOO Z5 is the latest addition to the company’s lineup of budgetfriendly, speedy devices. Nilofer Khan puts it through its paces.
Performance Exemplified
With flagship-level hardware and cameras, the OnePlus Nord 2 5G delivers exceptional performance, as K Madhavan Pillai discovers.
60 Exceptional Years of Sigma Lenses & Cameras
Incorporated in 1961, Sigma completes 60 years of production this year on September 9. There is a big reason why some of the highest rated lenses tested by Better Photography is by Sigma, and why the company is so proud of their ‘Made in Aizu’ heritage. On a visit to the company’s factory in Aizu, Japan, K Madhavan Pillai discovers the answers.
Nikon Adds its Latest Lens in its Z-mount Lineup
Nikon has announced a prime lens for its mirrorless cameras—the Nikkor Z 40mm f/2. It is constructed for day-to-day scenes and subjects, from products to portraits.
New & Significantly Improved
Redesigned and redeveloped, and available since June 2021, the second generation Sennheiser MKE 400 Compact Shotgun Microphone not only does an excellent job, but is also hugely functional, as K Madhavan Pillai discovers.
Venus Optics Announces its Latest Prime Lens
Venus Optics has introduced a new lens in their lineup—the Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF. According to the company, it is the world’s first full-frame 35mm lens with an aperture of f/0.95. It will be available for Sony E, Nikon Z, and Canon R mounts.
Weaving the Big Picture
Nilofer Khan reviews the much-awaited XPan mode, an interesting update to the OnePlus 9 series camera systems.
The One that Can Do it All The
Sony FE 40mm f/2.5 G is a smart, quick general-purpose lens in the G series lineup. Nilofer Khan puts it through its paces to see how it fares.
Panasonic Launches its Latest Prime Lens
Panasonic has announced its new prime lens for L-mount camera systems— the Lumix S 24mm f/1.8. It employs 12 elements in 11 groups, including three aspherical, one UEDUltra ExtraLow Dispersion, and three Extra-Low Dispersions elements.
Fujifilm Reveals a New Camera and Three Lenses
Fujifilm launched the successor to the GFX 50S, the GFX50S II. They have also announced two XF and one GF lens—the XF 23mm f/1.4 R LM WR, the XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR, and the GF 35–70mm f/4.5-5.6 WR.
The Anatomy of Consistency
Nilofer Khan reviews the Sony FE 24mm f/2.8 G, a new introduction in the company’s G series lineup. The wide angle prime lens can be used for a variety of genres.
Leica Q2 Reveals a New Limited Edition Camera
Leica has introduced a limited-edition camera, the Leica Q2 007 Edition. The camera is introduced to celebrate the release of the 25th Bond film, No Time to Die, and only 250 units will be made to coincide with its release.
Canon Unveils its Flagship Mirrorless Camera and New Lenses
Canon has unveiled its highly-anticipated mirrorless camera, the EOS R3, along with two RF lenses, the RF 100–400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM and the RF 16mm f/2.8 STM.
A World Without Us
Ella Morton speaks to Nilofer Khan about the accelerating deterioration of the Northern landscapes, and how she uses analogue practices to depict her perspective.
Sigma Launches its Latest Lens in the Sports Series
Sigma has revealed a new addition in its popular Sports lineup—the 150–600 f/5-6.3 DG DN OS lens for E and L-mounts.
THREE'S COMPANY
THREE LOCATIONS ACROSS THE COUNTRY, THREE MASTERS OF PHOTOGRAPHY, ONE ESPECIAL THREE-POINTED STAR
Mind Over Matter
Gurinder Osan speaks about his rigorous training and meticulous planning that went into capturing some of the most popular images at the Tokyo Olympics 2021.
Fast, Compact and Wide
Shridhar Kunte reviews the Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 R LM WR, the upgraded version of the XF 18mm f/2 pancake lens for Fujifilm X series cameras.
Xiaomi Mi Mix 4
ONE OF THE BEST MOBILES IN THE MARKET.
Sony Xperia 10 III Lite
Enjoy more of what you want on the go with the Xperia 10 III.
The Unition of Man and Machine
One of the earliest proponents of child labour rights in the United States, Lewis Hine was an exemplary photographer who was one of the first to use photography as a documentary tool; he was single-handedly responsible for changing child labour laws in the country.
Tamron Unveils a Lens for the E and X-mounts
Tamron has announced its latest APS-C zoom lens for Sony and Fujifilm camera systems, the 18–300mm f/3.5–6.3 Di III-A VC VXD. The X-mount edition will be available later this year.
JUST LIKE YOU
THE MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS LIMOUSINE IS MORE THAN A TROPHY, IT’S A COMPANION
An Ode to the Extraordinary
On World Photography Day, HP Indigo introduced India to four extraordinary image-makers who have helped society with their work.
Treading the Middle Path
The OnePlus Nord CE 5G is the latest budget-friendly device that offers sophisticated software and a stylish design. Nilofer Khan puts it to the test.
Sony FE 50mm f/2.5 G: A Pocket-Sized Companion
The Sony FE 50mm f/2.5 G is a classic prime lens, and a promising addition to the company’s popular G series lineup. Nilofer Khan puts it through its paces.
The Sharp & Smooth Sony 50mm f/1.2 GM
Amar Ramesh walks you through his vivid, colourful portraits photographed using the incredible Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM lens.
Sennheiser XS Lav Mobile and XS Lav USB-C: Exceptional Lavaliers
With technology enabling multiple forms of media convergence in mobile devices, the Sennheiser XS Lav Mobile and XS Lav USB-C are excellent lapel microphones for those who wish to start out with quality voice recordings, as K Madhavan Pillai discovers.
Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S: Macro-Wonderful
The Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S is a short telephoto macro prime lens that offers a 1:1 magnification ratio. Conchita Fernandes puts it to the test.
The Underwater Maiden
Valia Efstathiou talks about her never-ending love for the deep blue sea and why she sometimes wishes she was a mermaid.