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Some of Our Favorite Camera and Photo Gear Is on Sale Now
Looking to upgrade your photography setup? We’ve got deals on top mirrorless cameras, tripods, and other accessories.
By Gear Team
The Best Mirrorless Cameras to Level Up Your Photos
Want the image quality of a DSLR without the bulk? These mirrorless cameras do more with less.
By Scott Gilbertson
The Autofocus on Sony’s A7 IV Makes This Camera Shine
The company’s latest full-frame is one of the best all-around mirrorless shooters available today.
By Scott Gilbertson
Smartphone Cameras Might Soon Capture Polarization Data
Normal cameras can process color and light. New tech from Metalenz collects information that could help your phone better understand the world around you.
By Julian Chokkattu
The Gear You Need to Shoot Indie Films at Home or on Location
Ready to try your hand at filmmaking? You don't need that much to get going, but these items will give you a bit of a head start.
By Eric Ravenscraft
How to Upgrade Your YouTube Recording Setup
Whether you're recording specifically for YouTube or making movies that may just end up there, this gear can help.
By Eric Ravenscraft
How to Take a Slick, Professional Headshot With Your Phone
Snapping that perfect self-portrait on your phone is a skill. Here’s how to do it, according to the experts.
By Claire Sibonney
DJI's Excellent Mavic 3 Is on Another Plane
This will get you the best-looking video footage from a consumer drone. It's also tons of fun to fly.
By Scott Gilbertson
DJI's Action 2 Camera Adds Magnets—and Fresh Flaws
This new modular camera borrows some ideas from competitors like Insta360 and GoPro—and it holds it all together with magnets.
By Scott Gilbertson
David Attenborough’s Unending Mission to Save Our Planet
“We tend to think we are the be all and end all—but we’re not. The sooner we can realize that the natural world goes its way, not our way, the better.”
By Stephen Armstrong
25 Cyber Monday Deals on Cameras and Gear
A full-frame mirrorless Nikon for less than $1,000? A Moment phone lens for $50? These discounts are a photo enthusiast's dream.
By Scott Gilbertson and Gear Team
16 Bags, Backpacks, Cubes, and Straps to Protect Your Camera
There are dozens of ways to tote around your photo and video gear. We’ve tested a bunch of solutions and rounded up our favorites.
By Julian Chokkattu and Gear Team
Capture Your Daring Feats With Our Favorite Action Cameras
Gearing up to shred the slopes or dive into the seas? These cameras are made for danger.
By Scott Gilbertson
The Best Instant Cameras for Every Situation (and Budget)
Despite nearly dying off a decade ago, instant photo printing has come roaring back.
By Louryn Strampe and Gear Team
Fujifilm's New Instax Printer Cranks Out Big, Glorious Photos
Fujifilm's latest stand-alone smart printer uses their largest instant film for bigger, better prints.
By Scott Gilbertson
The Best Camera Gear for Your Smartphone
From mobile lenses to shotgun mics, here’s everything you need to assemble a portable, pro-grade photo or video studio.
By Jess Grey
GoPro’s Upgraded Action Cam Lets You Shoot More Silly Stunts
The biggest name in action cameras is back with an improved model. The GoPro Hero 10 has a better chip, better software, and water-friendly enhancements.
By Scott Gilbertson
Cync’s First Security Camera Adds an Extra Layer of Privacy
This capable, affordable camera has a manual shutter to block the lens when you don’t want it peeping.
By Medea Giordano
Facebook’s New Camera Glasses Are Dangerously Easy to Use
The company has partnered with Ray-Ban to make a pair of video-capturing Wayfarers. They’re everything you hoped for and feared in smart glasses.
By Lauren Goode and Peter Rubin
20 Years After 9/11, Surveillance Has Become a Way of Life
Constant tracking has compromised Americans’ sense of themselves. But we may be able to regain our freedom.
By Albert Fox Cahn
The Next Frontier for Phone Cameras: Stronger, Clearer Glass
Corning has a developed a new version of Gorilla Glass optimized for smartphone camera lenses that it claims will lead to a boost in photo quality.
By Lauren Goode
Vecnos' Camera Makes Capturing 360 Content Easy. Too Easy
To simplify the world of 360-degree photos and videos, the company might've gone a little too far with the Iqui.
By Scott Gilbertson
The Gear and Tips You Need to Make Studio-Grade Home Videos
We tested microphones, tripods, lights, teleprompters, and other tools for more than a year. These are our favorites.
By Julian Chokkattu
After Years of Searching, I Found the Perfect Camera Bag
The updated Wandrd Prvke is burly, comes in a lot of sizes, has a lot of pockets and compartments, and most importantly—it's pretty!
By Julian Chokkattu