Mirrorless cameras are fast eclipsing DSLRs in popularity. Removing the mirror from the light path has a number of beneficial effects, including allowing for smaller and more compact size camera bodies and quieter operation. The technology behind mirrorless cameras also allows for faster autofocus and shooting speeds, making them ideal for action and sports photography.
This section offers reviews and guides on interchangeable-lens mirrorless digital cameras, including models with full-frame sensors, APS-C sensors, and micro four thirds systems. Find detailed evaluations of various camera features and performance, along with practical advice for users of all skill levels.
The MonsterAdapter LA-FZ1 puts a focus motor in the adapter, so Nikon's screw-drive AF and AF-D lenses autofocus on Z cameras again, which the FTZ II can't do. Here's how it handled a fisheye and a 24mm, where it falls short, and whether it's worth $359.
The Nikon Z50 II has no AF-ON button, but the AE-L/AF-L button can do the job once you change two settings, not just one. Here are the exact menu paths, what to do about exposure lock and video, and how to undo it.
The Z50 II ships on JPEG normal, but one step up to JPEG fine at Large size is the best image quality setting for many people. Here's what each option does, and the simple setup I'd start with.
If your Nikon Z50 II RAW files won't open on your computer, the cause is nearly always an outdated app or the camera's default High efficiency compression. Here's how to tell which, and how to rescue photos you've already taken.
A full factory reset on the Nikon Z50 II can't be undone, and it isn't always the right fix. Here's every reset the camera offers, what each keeps and erases, and how to back up your settings first.
The Nikon Z50 II packs several burst speeds plus a Pre-Release Capture mode that saves frames from before you even press the shutter — but it comes with real trade-offs. Here's which settings to use for action shots, and the limits (JPEG-only, battery drain, buffer caps) worth knowing first.
Adding grid lines to your viewfinder or back screen can be an extremely useful tool for composing your shots, helping with keeping lines level and key elements balanced in the frame. Here's how to enable them in the Nikon Z50 II and the options that are available.
I explain why further down this page, but it's always best practice to format the memory card in the camera that you're using it in. It's quick and easy; here's how to do it on the Z50 II.
Sigma's camera lineup is small enough that one battery, the BP-51, covers most recent models — the fp, fp L, and all four dp Quattro compacts. This chart lays out exactly which pack each Sigma body takes, plus which models can charge over USB.
The Nikon Zf ships without a charger, and it charges the EN-EL15c battery in the body over USB-C instead. Here's exactly what cable and power source that needs, plus the optional chargers and spare-battery options worth knowing about.
The Sony a6000 is 12 years old and its high-ISO files show it. But AI-based RAW processing pulls cleaner, sharper images out of old RAW files than the camera ever could. Before/after sliders and 100% crops from my own Sony a6000 photos show how much of a difference it makes.
You’ve matched the channels. You’ve matched the groups. Everything looks perfect on the screen, but your flash refuses to fire. Before you blame your hot shoe or camera, check this one "invisible" setting.
There's still no native Nikon Z-mount fisheye, but an old discontinued F-mount lens paired with the FTZ adapter turns out to be a genuinely strong option on the Z8. Here's what you gain, what you lose, and how it stacks up against the newer third-party Z-mount fisheyes.
Using a manual-focus lens on a Nikon Z? Here's what a non-CPU lens actually is, and a step-by-step walkthrough of the Non-CPU Lens Data menu that sharpens IBIS, Auto ISO, and your image metadata.
I've been out shooting with the ultra-wide Laowa 10mm f/2.8 autofocus lens (full-frame). Here's a selection of high-resolution sample files I've taken with it.
At $176, the Viltrox AF 25mm f/1.7 Z undercuts Nikon's own DX primes by hundreds of dollars — but is the autofocus and optical quality good enough to matter? Here's what real-world shooting with it on a Nikon Z8 revealed, from sharpness wide open to vignetting and AF speed.
There's a surprisingly large range of options available if you're looking for Nikon Z full-frame lenses. Here's my running list of the alternatives from Nikon and third-party manufacturers.
A Nikon Z8 that suddenly refuses to autofocus is usually not broken — it's a small, easy-to-bump button hiding in plain sight. Here's the exact fix, plus what to check if the menu setting is greyed out.
If you're considering moving from DSLR to mirrorless, these are some things to consider. This isn't about what's better or worse but about things that are different enough to potentially influence how you shoot in some way.
Here are some practical examples of the zoom range of the Sony E 10-20mm f/4 PZ G wide-angle zoom lens to give a visual sense of how the focal lengths translate into real-world shooting.
After weeks shooting the Sony a6700, here's an honest look at its handling, menus, viewfinder, and image quality — with a focus on stills rather than its well-known video chops.
I've been shooting with these two fast wide-angle primes for Sony E-mount. Here's my take on how they compare.
As firmware becomes more and more important to how cameras work, we might see a shift in the very nature of our cameras, how we interact with them, and how they work.
Here's a full set of Sony a6700 sample photos, shot in RAW and lightly processed in Lightroom Classic, meant to sit alongside a separate hands-on review. Click any image to see the full-size version and judge the image quality yourself.
See how the Sony a6700 actually handles high ISO, with real-world sample photos from ISO 3200 up to 102400, plus downloadable JPG and RAW files so you can judge the image quality yourself.
This is my hands-on review of the Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN lens, which I've been using on a Sony a6700.
Here's a selection of images I've taken using the Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN prime lens on a Sony a6700.
Here's my hands-on review of the Sony E 15mm f/1.4 G prime lens for Sony APS-C Alpha cameras.
Here are some sample images I've taken with the Sony E 15mm f/1.4 G lens on a Sony a6700. It's a fast prime designed for Sony's cropped-sensor APS-C cameras in the Alpha range.
The Sony a6700 has a micro HDMI (Type D) port for video output, plus a separate USB-C port for charging and data. Here's how to tell them apart and which cable to get for each.
The Sony a6700's manual focus ring does nothing until you enable it — Sony buries this under the name Full Time DMF rather than anything obvious. Here's exactly where to find the setting and which lenses and shooting modes it won't work with.
The Sony a6700's mechanical shutter is surprisingly loud, but switching to Silent Mode brings trade-offs beyond noise, including rolling shutter risk, no flash at all, and disabled features. Here's how to set it up and what to watch for.
I've used a lot of different cameras in shooting black and white over the years, but I've found the Nikon Z8 surprisingly fun and well suited to it.
The Sony a6700's framing grid is switched off by default and buried a couple of menu levels deep. Here's exactly where to find it, how to turn it on, and which grid styles are worth choosing.
The Sony a6700's AF-ON button is set up to work alongside the shutter button for autofocus by default — not ideal for back-button focus. Here's exactly which menu setting to change to separate them.
The a6700's format option isn't where you'd expect — it's tucked in the Shooting menu, not Setup. Here's exactly where to find it, plus when to use quick format versus the less obvious full format.
The Sony a6700 defaults to capping Auto ISO at 6400, well short of its 32,000 native and 102,400 extended range. Here's how base, native, and max ISO break down, and how to raise that ceiling yourself.
The Z8 has no mechanical shutter, making it dead silent. But if you miss the feedback of a "clack," you can add it back digitally. Here is how to customize the artificial shutter sound.
The Nikon Z8's two card slots can do more than just store photos — set them to overflow, mirror as a backup, or split RAW and JPEG copies automatically.
The Nikon Zf pairs a full-size SD slot with a smaller microSD slot, and how you configure them affects more than storage. Here's how to set overflow, backup, and RAW/JPEG splits properly, plus a backup-mode setting that can silently stop 4K60p video recording.
Like other newer Nikon cameras, the Nikon Zf has a built-in battery check feature. This isn't so much about showing how much charge is left in the battery (although it does that). More interestingly, it can tell you when the battery has reached the end of its working life and is ready to be put out to pasture.
Unlike many other recent Nikon cameras, the Nikon Zf has only one method for formatting the memory cards. Here's how to do it.
My aim in this post is to walk through how to adjust the control ring settings, explore the default settings, and dive into the various options available so you can set it up for your own style of shooting.
I shot the Nikon AF-S and Z 105mm f/2.8 macro lenses side-by-side on my Z8 to settle a practical question: is the Z version's price worth ditching a lens I already own and use constantly.
Every time I turned my Z8 on, my exposure was off by a stop. I thought I had "Auto Reset" enabled, but I missed one critical detail about how the lens control ring behaves. Here is the fix.
One of the most common questions for Nikon shooters is whether the new, high-performance Z-mount mirrorless lenses can be used on older DSLRs. Here is the short answer, the technical "why," and how to manage your lens collection if you use both systems.
A collection of real-world Nikon Zf sample images, shot in RAW across the mixed and variable lighting typical of street and travel photography, then lightly processed to show the camera's true output.
When you check your Nikon's menu, you might see a confusing list of letters like C, LF, MA, or S. Here is exactly what those codes mean — and why updating your camera body might not be enough.
The Nikon Zf's native ISO runs from 100 to 64,000 — but what does that look like on an actual sensor? Here are unedited, straight-out-of-camera RAW and JPG samples across that range, with downloadable files for your own side-by-side comparisons.
Straight-out-of-camera Nikon Zf images from ISO 3200 up to 64,000, shot side by side so you can judge for yourself where the noise becomes a problem — with the native ISO range and full RAW files included.
Lithium batteries degrade over time, but you don't have to guess when to replace them. Your Nikon Z8 has a built-in health checker hidden in the menu. Here is how to find it.
The Nikon Zf has excellent composition tools, but they are turned off out of the box. From the classic Rule of Thirds to the new vertical video guides added in Firmware v3.00, here is the two-step process to get them on your screen.
Unlike the Z8, the Nikon Zf exposes its sensor every time you change a lens. Here is how to ensure the ultrasonic cleaning cycle runs automatically to try to keep those pesky dust bunnies from spoiling your shots.
The new v3.00 firmware adds Film Grain and Bird Detection to your Zf, but you have to install it manually. Here is the step-by-step guide to updating without bricking your camera or losing your settings.
Changed a Nikon Zf setting and can't remember the original value? Here's every menu's default for Firmware v3.01, plus the new menu items v3.00 added, so you can roll back just what you need.
The Nikon Z 40mm f/2 is probably the closest thing to a nifty fifty in Nikon's current Z lens lineup. Here are some photos I've taken with it to go alongside my hands-on review.
I've been out shooting with the small, compact Nikon Z 26mm f/2.8 lens. Here are some photos I've taken with it.
The Nikon Z 28mm f/2.8 is small, light, and very reasonably priced. Here are some photos I've taken with it.
The Nikon Zf isn't just for single frames. With its compact size and excellent stabilization, it is a surprisingly capable tool for shooting high-resolution panoramas on the go. Here is the setup I use to capture them without a tripod.
Here's my hands-on review of the Nikon Z 28mm f/2.8, a small, light, and cheap prime lens for Nikon Z-mount mirrorless cameras.
I've been out shooting with the Nikon Z 40mm f/2 prime lens. It's a small, light, and relatively fast prime that is a great option for candids, street, and travel photography. Here's my take on it.
Back-button focus is one of the most useful ways to configure a camera, allowing you to lock focus and reframe without the camera hunting every time you press the shutter. But because of its minimalist, retro design, the Nikon Zf is missing a dedicated AF-ON button. Fortunately, getting this functionality back is just a quick two-step menu tweak. Here is exactly how to repurpose the Zf's AE-L/AF-L button for focus, and how to configure an alternative button so you don't lose the ability to lock your exposure.
This 26mm pancake lens is the smallest lens in Nikon's Z lineup. And yet I'm very impressed with its performance, both in handling and in image quality. It has quickly earned a regular place attached to my camera.
The Nikon Zf pairs a fast UHS-II SD slot with a slower UHS-I microSD slot, a mismatch that can quietly cripple your buffer or video recording if you pick the wrong cards. Here are the best cards for each slot and how to avoid the Backup Mode bottleneck.
The Sony a7C II demands a fast UHS-II card, and picking wrong means dropped frames or a locked-up buffer mid-shoot. Here's exactly which V90 and V60 SD cards handle this camera's single card slot, 33MP bursts, and 600 Mbps 4K video without choking.
The Sony a7R V takes both CFexpress Type A and SDXC UHS-II cards in identical-looking slots, but their performance isn't equal — here's which to pick, when to use both, and the best cards for the job.
The Nikon Z7 II's two card slots use completely different technologies, and pairing them wrong throttles your 10 fps burst to a crawl. Here's how to match CFexpress and SDXC speeds correctly, and when buying a newer CFexpress 4.0 card actually saves you money.
The Sony a6700 has a single UHS-II slot, and picking the wrong card grays out its best video modes entirely. Here's which V90 and V60 SD cards actually unlock 4K120 and All-Intra recording, based on independent speed testing.
It's not easy to know which is the best SD card for the Fujifilm X-S20. There are a lot of confusing codes and marketing hype to cut through. So here are my practical recommendations on good choices for your X-S20.
By default, your Z8 refocuses every time you touch the shutter. That isn't always what you want. Here is how to separate focus from the shutter release — and the hidden menu setting that unlocks Trap Focus.
Canon's manual barely explains which SD cards actually suit the R10. After testing numerous cards, here are specific recommendations plus the compatibility rules (SDXC, UHS-II, V60/V90) behind them.
Sharp, smooth, and reasonably priced, the Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.8 S is a highly versatile and useful lens in Nikon's expanding lineup of Z-mount primes.
I've tested various aftermarket EN-EL15C replacement batteries for the Nikon Z8, but had trouble finding a compatible option. However, this one not only works but also offers an additional useful feature.
The Nikon Z8 is an absolute powerhouse, but the earliest batches were hit with two major service recalls regarding the lens mount and strap eyelets. Whether you bought yours on launch day or you're looking at buying a used body, here's exactly how to check your serial number to see if your camera needs a free trip to Nikon's repair facility.
Formatting your SD card directly in the Olympus OM-1 keeps its filesystem exactly how the camera expects — here's where to find the menu option and what the OM-1's format actually does (and doesn't) erase.
Pulled a Fujifilm X-T5 out of the box only to find the viewfinder hopelessly blurry? The fix is simple once you know it: the diopter dial has to be pulled out before it will turn. Here's exactly how it works, plus what a viewfinder diopter actually does.
Getting an "unsupported format" error opening Z8 NEF files on a Mac? Apple only added native support for Lossless Compressed RAWs — not High Efficiency (HE or HE*) — and here's how to work around it for free.
The Canon EOS R100 doesn't come with a memory card as standard. But you're going to need one before you start shooting. Here are my practical recommendations on which cards to get.
The Nikon Z8 takes the EN-EL15C battery, but not every charger or aftermarket cell works with it. After testing multiple batteries, chargers, and USB-C power sources, here's what actually charges the Z8 and what to avoid.
Here are some practical recommendations on which SD cards will work well in the Nikon Z30.
It's not easy to know which is the right type of SD card for your camera. There are a lot of confusing codes and marketing hype to cut through. So here are my practical recommendations on good choices for the Fujifilm X-S10.
The Z6 II's two card slots use completely different technologies, and pairing them wrong throttles your 14 fps burst to a crawl. Here's how I choose CFexpress B and SDXC cards, including when a 4.0 card is oddly cheaper than 2.0.
The Nikon Z8 won't update its firmware automatically, and interrupting the process can brick the camera. Here's how to check your current version, install the latest release (v3.11), and avoid the mistakes that cause problems.
The Canon EOS R8 doesn't come with a memory card as standard. But you're going to need one before you start shooting. Here are my practical recommendations on which cards to get.
The Nikon Zfc is locked to UHS-I speeds, so that expensive UHS-II card in your cart won't do a thing for it in-camera. Here's exactly which SD card, capacity, and format to buy instead.
The Z8 has a built-in ultrasonic cleaner, but the menu status seems misleading. Here is how to set it up properly — and why the sensor feels like it is "loose" when you try to clean it manually (and why that is normal).
Dust is the enemy of every mirrorless camera. The Nikon Z8 has a built-in mechanical shield to keep your sensor clean, but you have to know how to turn it on. Here is the quick setup guide and the critical safety warning every owner needs to know.
The Canon EOS R7 pushes memory cards harder than most APS-C bodies, and a slow card will simply stop your 4K60 C-Log 3 recording mid-clip. Here's which V60 and V90 SDXC cards work, why, and how to set them up in the R7's dual slots.
Small, light, with great optical performance, and affordably priced, there's a lot going for the Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S ultra-wide zoom lens. Here's my hands-on review.
The Nikon Z8 has some really impressive low-light shooting capabilities. Here are some side-by-side examples of high ISO photos taken with the Nikon Z8 from ISO 3200 up to ISO 102400.
Here are some practical visual examples of the zoom range of the Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S zoom lens.
A 5x zoom range sounds simple on paper, but what does 24mm to 120mm actually look like side by side? Here are practical examples shot on a Nikon Z8, including how close you can really get at each end.
Here's how to set the Nikon Z8 up to shoot (almost) silently.
Your camera screen is subjective; the histogram is objective. But on the Z8, these tools are hidden deep in the menus. Here is how to unlock them — and the specific "Live View" setting that determines if they are telling you the truth or just guessing.
Selecting the "3x3 Grid" in your Nikon Z8 menu isn't enough to make it appear. You also have to enable the display itself. Here is the two-step process to get your Rule of Thirds back.
It is easy to get lost in the Z8's massive menu system. If you want to revert a specific setting without nuking your entire configuration via "Reset All," here is the master list of factory defaults.
To unlock the Nikon Z8's flagship 8K RAW and 20 fps burst modes, you need a specific tier of CFexpress media. This guide covers the 2.0 vs. 4.0 market shift and how to configure the dual slots to prevent the camera from bottlenecking.
You don't always have to dig through the menu to wipe your memory card. Here is the hidden two-button shortcut to format your cards in seconds — and why you should occasionally use the Full Format option instead.
I've been shooting with the ultra-fast prime Fujifilm XF 50mm f/1.0 R WR lens on the new Fujifilm X-T5. Here are sample images.
I've been out shooting with the Fujifilm XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR ultra wide-angle lens on the new Fujifilm X-T5. Here's my take on it.
A large set of Fujifilm X-T5 sample images shot hand-held across a range of lighting and ISOs, lightly edited to show real out-of-camera performance, with original RAW files free to download.
How clean is the 40MP Fujifilm X-T5 really at high ISO? Here's a growing gallery of real-world sample images from ISO 3200 up to 51,200, shot handheld straight from RAW with no noise reduction applied.
The Fujifilm X-T5's ISO dial tops out at 12800, and Auto ISO won't go higher either — so how do you reach the camera's full 64 to 51200 range? Here's the exact dial-and-button steps, plus what image quality you give up at those extended settings.
Fujifilm officially lists ISO 125 as the X-T5's native base ISO, with ISO 64 available as an extended setting — here's what that distinction actually means, plus sample images shot across the full ISO 64 to 51,200 range.
Here's a quick guide on how to format SD cards in the Fujifilm X-T5.
The Canon EOS R50 only needs a UHS-I V30 card, so paying extra for UHS-II gets you nothing in this camera. Here are tested SD card picks plus what the card type and speed codes actually mean.
Here are some real-world examples of the zoom range of the Fujifilm XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR ultra-wide-angle zoom lens.
The Fujifilm X-T5 has grid overlays (or framing guidelines), but it's not necessarily intuitive how to enable them. Here's how to do it.
The Canon R5 requires a mix of CFexpress Type B and SDXC memory cards. Here is how I manage this dual-slot workflow and choose cards fast enough to handle 8K RAW video without overpaying.
Navigating memory card specs for Fujifilm's single-digit X-T bodies can be frustrating. Here's how I match SD card speeds to the X-T5, X-T4, X-T3, and X-T2 to prevent buffer bottlenecks without overspending.
I've been testing out the new OM System OM-5 mirrorless camera. Here's a selection of sample images I've taken with it.
Like other digital cameras, the OM System OM-5 has the Auto ISO setting on by default. But there are some things worth knowing about its limitations and how to tweak it.
If you're looking for a replacement or spare battery or alternative ways to charge the OM System OM-5's batteries, here's a rundown of options.
I've been testing out the OM System OM-5 under some challenging lighting conditions. Here's a selection of images I've shot with the OM-5 in low-light conditions at high ISOs to give a sense of how it performs in real-world shooting conditions.
If you're looking for a replacement or spare battery or alternative ways to charge the Olympus OM-1's batteries, here's a rundown of options.
Whether you need to free up space on your SD cards or prepare a new card, here's how to format SD cards on the OM System OM-5 mirrorless camera.
The OM-5's manual says a U3 card is enough for 4K, but independent speed tests show that's risky at its high bitrates. Here are the V60/V90 SD cards that actually keep up, plus how to set them up right.
I've been testing out the Olympus OM-1 mirrorless camera, a new digital version of a model first launched as a film camera over half a century ago. Here's a selection of photos I've taken with it to give a sense of how it performs under real-world everyday shooting conditions.
I've been testing how the new Olympus OM-1 handles challenging lighting conditions. Here are some high-resolution photos I've shot with it at high ISOs to give a sense of how it performs in low-light conditions.
The Olympus OM-1's two SD card slots can back up, split, or roll over automatically between cards — but the default Standard setting doesn't do what most people expect. Here's how each of the six slot modes actually behaves.
Faster isn't always better: the OM-1 and OM-1 Mark II don't need the priciest V90 cards to hit full burst performance. Here's the UHS speed class, capacity, and card picks that actually match what these cameras demand.
Planning your hard drive storage needs or shopping for CFexpress memory cards? Dive into our complete, easy-to-read tables breaking down the exact video bitrates and recording formats for the Canon EOS R5 in both DCI and UHD.
The Canon R6's 340Mbps 4K60 video and 20fps bursts push SD cards to their limit — here are the V60-rated UHS-II cards that keep up, backed by real-world speed tests.
These tables show the video bitrates that the Canon EOS R6 encodes video at with the different combinations of settings.
The Sony a7 III's two card slots aren't equal — Slot 1 takes fast UHS-II cards, Slot 2 is stuck at UHS-I — and pairing them wrong quietly bottlenecks your bursts and backups. Here's exactly which cards, sizes, and settings to use for each slot.
Confused about which SD card the Sony RX100 VII actually needs? Here's why U3/V30-rated SDXC cards of 64GB or larger are the sweet spot, why UHS-II cards are wasted money in this camera, and which cards to buy.
Don't overspend on memory cards for your Z5. Here are the best reliable memory cards for the Nikon Z5, plus a guide to UHS-II speeds and the right size to buy.
Which SD memory card should you get for your Fujifilm X-E4 camera? Here are some straightforward and practical recommendations.
Not sure which SD card the Nikon Z50 needs? Here are practical, tested recommendations covering compatibility, speed class, and card sizes so you can stop researching specs and start shooting.
The Fujifilm X-T30 shoots high-quality 4K video, but buying the fastest memory cards is a waste of money. Here is how I match SD card speeds to the camera's limits.
Here are some practical recommendations on which SD cards to get for the Canon EOS R mirrorless camera.
The Canon EOS M50 remains a massively popular camera for travel and vlogging, but its older memory card slot means it's incredibly easy to overpay for an SD card you don't actually need. Here is a clear-eyed look at the M50's hardware limits and the best UHS-I cards to keep your camera running smoothly.
This is a collection of photos I've taken with the Sony a6500 mirrorless camera to give a sense of how it performs in real-world shooting under different lighting conditions.
The Sony a1's two identical slots each accept CFexpress Type A or SDXC — but mixing formats carelessly can bottleneck your buffer mid-burst. Here's how the slots actually work and which cards avoid the trap.
Here's a collection of sample images of photos I've taken with the Sony a1 at high ISOs.
Here are some sample images I've taken with the Sony a1, Sony's latest and greatest 50MP full-frame mirrorless camera.
Here's a collection of full-resolution sample images I've taken with the Fujifilm X-T1 mirrorless camera.
The Nikon Z6 has a single card slot that originally only accepted legacy XQD media. Here is how I use the CFexpress firmware upgrade to maximize the camera's buffer and save money on modern cards.
Confused by the a6500's manual and its cryptic memory card codes? Here are tested SD card picks that cover every one of the a6500's photo and video features, plus guidance on sizes and compatibility.
The Nikon Z7 features a single memory card slot that originally only accepted legacy XQD media. This guide covers the CFexpress firmware upgrade, the 2.0 vs. 4.0 market shift, and how to maximize the camera's burst buffer.
The Sony a6600 doesn't come with a memory card as standard. But you're going to need one before you start shooting. Here are my practical recommendations on which cards to get.
The Canon EOS R5 has some very high-end video features, but it's also an outstanding stills camera. Here's a selection of photos I've taken with it to give a sense of how it performs in everyday shooting conditions.
Here's a collection of full-size sample images I've shot with the Nikon Z7 full-frame mirrorless camera.
Sony has released a new version of their flagship full-frame mirrorless camera: the Sony a7R IV. After having been shooting with it quite a bit, here's my take.
Here's a collection of images shot with the Sony a7R IV full-frame mirrorless camera under different lighting conditions and with different settings to give a sense of how it performs in real-world shooting.
The Sony a7R IV gives you several options when it comes to choosing which file image file format to use and how to work them into your workflow. Here's a rundown.
The virtual horizon (or virtual level) tool is one of the most useful overlays for composing your shots. Here's how it works on the Sony a7R IV.
The Sony a7R IV gives you some control over customizing what types of information you can see on the back screen and through the viewfinder. Here's how to set it.
Formatting an SD card on the Sony a7R IV takes just a few taps once you know where the menu is — here's exactly where to find it, how each of the two card slots is handled, and what to do if you wipe a card by accident.
If you're running into an error when Slot 1 SD card is full on the Sony a7R IV, here's how to make it roll over to Slot 2 automatically.
Here's a collection of images shot at high ISOs on the Sony a7R IV, Sony's flagship model with a new and improved 61MP sensor.
I've been out shooting with the brand-new Sony a7R IV, the full-frame flagship model in Sony's mirrorless camera range. Here are some side-by-side examples taken through the ISO range from ISO 50 to ISO 102400.
When Panasonic launched their first full-frame mirrorless camera, they didn't try to make it small. Built like a professional DSLR with high-end 10-bit video capabilities, the Lumix S1 is a workhorse. Here is my hands-on review and sample images to see if it holds up.
Here are some side-by-side comparisons of the Lumix S1's high ISO performance with photos I've taken with it at ISO 3200 through ISO 204800.
Here's a collection of sample images I've taken with the LUMIX S1 mirrorless camera to give some practical examples of how it performs in real-world shooting.
Here's my hands-on review of the Lumix S 24-105mm f/4 macro, a versatile and high-quality zoom lens for Lumix, Sigma, and Leica cameras using the L-mount system.
Here are some practical examples taken at each end of the zoom range of the new Panasonic Lumix S 24-105mm f/4 macro zoom lens.
Here's my hands-on review of the new Olympus OM-D E-M1X mirrorless camera, a high-end Micro Four Thirds camera with speed features especially well-suited to sports and wildlife photographers.
Here's my hands-on review of the Sony Alpha a6400, Sony's newest addition to its compact mirrorless interchangeable lens range.
Here's a collection of photos I've taken with the Sony a6400 to give a sense of how it performs in real-world shooting conditions.
Here's a collection of photos I've taken with the Sony Alpha a6400 mirrorless camera using high ISOs from ISO 6400 up through ISO 102400.
Here's a selection of images I've taken in my hands-on testing of the Olympus OM-D E-M1X Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera.
See exactly how the Olympus OM-D E-M1X handles low light with this complete ISO range test from 64 to 25,600. View full-size sample images and download the original RAW files to test the limits of this flagship Micro Four Thirds sensor for yourself.
Here are some practical examples of photos shot throughout the Sony a6400's ISO range from ISO 100 through ISO 102400.
Sony's manual is vague about which SD card the a6400 actually needs. Here's what the UHS-I, U3 and card-size ratings really mean, plus practical picks that work.
Here's a selection of images I've taken with a Fujifilm X-T3 to give a sense of how it performs under different real-world shooting conditions.
I've been out shooting with the Fujifilm X-T3 and testing how well it performs under challenging shooting conditions. Here's a selection of high-resolution photos I've taken with the Fujifilm X-T3 specifically focusing on its high-ISO performance in low-light conditions.
Here's a selection of photos I've taken with a Fujifilm X-T2 mirrorless camera. It has a 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS cropped sensor.
The Sony a6000 takes the NP-FW50 battery, good for roughly 310-360 shots — here's how the genuine Sony version compares to cheaper aftermarket picks, plus faster charging options.
It's not difficult to format a memory card in the Sony a6500, but the option is a bit buried in the menu system. Here's where to find it, as well as some other related tips.
Here's a selection of photos that I've shot at high ISOs with the Sony a6500 to give a sensor of how useful its high ISO settings are in real-world shooting.
A collection of real Sony a7 III sample images shot on actual travel trips in variable light, not a studio test. Shot in RAW with minimal edits and Sony's native color profiles, they show exactly what this eight-year-old sensor still delivers in the field.
The Sony a7 III's native ISO range runs 100 to 51200, with an extended range stretching from 50 down low to 204800 at the top. Here's what that actually looks like, with side-by-side high-ISO sample images and downloadable RAW files.
The Sony a7III's silent shutter really is silent, not just quiet. Here's the two-step setup to enable it, plus the shooting-mode limits and one electronic-shutter caveat worth knowing before an important shoot.
Wondering how useful the Fujifilm X-T2's high-ISO settings are that go all the way up to ISO 51200? I shot some images to find out. Here are the results, with high-resolution sample images.
How to access all of the extended ISO settings on the Fujifilm X-T2 isn't really self-evident. That's because you need to customize one of the settings. Here's how to do it.
How useful are the Sony a7r iii's high-ISO settings that go all the way up to ISO 102400? I shot some images to find out.
The Sony a7r iii has a well-earned reputation for boasting an extraordinarily good sensor, and it has an ISO range from 50 up through 102400. I shot some real-world examples through the ISO range to see how the ISO settings compare side by side.
One of the greatest joys of shooting with the Fujifilm X-T series is the tactile, old-school layout of the top dials. But that physical design comes with a real-world frustration: pulling the camera out of a tight bag only to realize your ISO got bumped to 12,800 or your shutter speed was knocked completely out of sync. If you are missing shots because you constantly have to double-check your top plate, you might be misunderstanding how Fujifilm’s dial locks actually work. Here is a quick look at how to properly secure the ISO and shutter speed dials on the modern X-T lineup.
By default, Sony mirrorless cameras with dual memory card slots don't automatically switch to memory card slot 2 when the card in slot 1 is full. Here's how to change that.
The Fujifilm X-T2 has an ISO range from 100 to 51200. Here's a selection of sample images shot across the full ISO range to give an idea of how it performs in real-world shooting conditions.
The Fujifilm X-Pro2 might not have all the bells and whistles of some other mirrorless cameras out there, but it excels at refined shooting pleasure.
This is a straightforward guide on how to format memory cards in the Sony a6000 camera to free up space and to prepare the memory card just the way the camera wants it.
Any current V30 UHS-I SD card handles the Sony a6000 just fine — but XAVC S video also needs a card of 64GB or larger, which is the real cause of the notorious 'does not support XAVC S movies' error. Here are solid picks plus the bitrates, formatting, and spec details behind them.
Here's a selection of high-resolution images I've taken with a Fujifilm X-Pro2 with a 23mm f/2 Lens to give a sense of how it performs under real-world shooting conditions.
Taking a smartphone photo of your camera's back screen to show off menu settings usually looks terrible. If you want pristine, guide-book quality screenshots of your camera menus for a blog post or YouTube video, here is the exact HDMI-to-USB hardware setup I use to capture them cleanly.
Here's a selection of photos I've taken with the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 Micro Four Thirds compact camera.
If you're finding that the autofocus isn't focusing exactly where you want it, some cameras offer calibration tools. Here's how they work.
The Panasonic Lumix GH4 has a well-deserved reputation as a very good camera for video. I wanted to find out how it held up for stills.
Fujifilm has a new contender for the best mirrorless camera. On paper it looks impressive. Here's how it performed in real-world shooting.
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