Camera

    Ulanzi Waist-Level Viewfinder Sorta Delivers Mirrorless Framing with a Retro Vibe
    Jun 4, 2026 David Prochnow

    You’ll need the “perfect storm” of a camera/lens combination for obtaining a functional use case for the Ulanzi Waist-Level Viewfinder VF01. This well-made flip-up accessory…

    The End of Dora Goodman Marks Another Blow to Indie Photography Culture
    May 27, 2026 Alysa Gavilan

    Dora Goodman is shutting down its DIY photography shop after years of handmade camera design, highlighting the growing challenges facing independent and analogue photography brands.

    Sony Releases the New a7R VI Camera and Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5 GM OSS Lens
    May 15, 2026 David Prochnow

    After teasing something new a few days ago, Sony has expanded its Alpha lineup with the announcement of the new Sony a7R VI and the…

    Alfie Cameras will be “Kickstarting” its Revolutionary [BOXX] on 19 May 2026
    May 13, 2026 David Prochnow

    DIYP is a member of Alfie Cameras’ VIP Superfan program and has learned about the impending release of their [BOXX] on Kickstarter. The scheduled date…

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    Panasonic Debuts the New L10; its Leica D-Lux 8 Clone
    May 13, 2026 David Prochnow

    What reads like “deja-vu all over again,” Panasonic has unveiled the new Panasonic Lumix L10, a premium compact camera designed for photographers who want professional-level…

    Make Your Own Custom Digital Camera Filters
    May 8, 2026 David Prochnow

    OK, you’re convinced that the Camp Snap Pro is the ideal camera for entrusting to your young photographer for summer camp. You just wish that…

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    Review: Viltrox Vintage Z2 TTL for Canon Cameras Adds a Small Burst of Light to Your Travel Kit
    May 5, 2026 Alberto Lima

    Recently, I’ve been thinking about how few cameras have an included flash when purchased. Few still have the luxury of some kind of pop-up flash on the camera itself. It’s a feature that is typically relegated to entry-level cameras or point-and-shoot cameras (now possibly only “scameras” you find on places like AliExpress or Temu). It’s a shame because what if you’re not a pro and you’re not looking to literally cancel out daylight? Viltrox’s new Vintage Z2 TTL Flash might just be the answer.

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    Panasonic Refreshes LUMIX S9 With New Black Titanium Design
    Apr 29, 2026 Alysa Gavilan

    Panasonic unveils the LUMIX S9 Black Titanium Edition, a compact full-frame camera with a refined finish, updated materials, and the same core imaging features.

    WideluxX Camera Now Available for Pre-Order: Limited Quantities
    Apr 29, 2026 David Prochnow

    If you’ve been following the re-birth of the Widelux F8 camera, now embodied as the WideluxX camera, then you’re well aware of the arduous struggle…

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    Leica Moves Toward Custom Sensor Design With New Gpixel Partnership
    Apr 28, 2026 Alysa Gavilan

    Leica partners with Gpixel to co-develop a custom CMOS sensor, aiming to improve image quality and gain deeper control over future camera imaging pipelines.