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Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD test: A uniquely versatile pro-worthy alternative

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Announced in February 2012, the Tamron 24-70mm f/2.8 lens Di VC USD is the latest full-frame, fast aperture standard zoom from the Saitama, Japan-based optical firm and is the first of its type to add ...

CP+ 2013: A feast of new lenses announced in Japan

The annual CP+, or Camera and Photo Imaging Show, takes place in Japan, the heartland of the photography hardware industry. With new lenses covering wide-angle through to extreme super-telephoto and options for all the different ...

Canon EF 24-70mm f/4L IS USM test: The ideal standard zoom?

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Introduced in November 2012 as the proposed ‘kit’ lens for the EOS 6D, the EF 24-70mm f/4L IS USM lens represents an interesting move for Canon – despite two well respected lenses in this category, ...

Canon EF 35mm f/2 IS USM test: A ‘fast’ wide-angle prime for the 21st Century

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Canon were busy in 2012 releasing three wide-angle primes, the EF 24mm f/2.8 IS USM, EF 28mm f/2.8 IS USM and EF 35mm f/2 IS USM, on to the market. The latest launched in November ...

Nikon Coolpix P7700 test: Best Nikon compact camera

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Often in technology new models of existing products are disappointing, being motivated by the possibility of integrating new features which may not be overly useful. So when a manufacturer updates a good piece of kit ...

Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FZ200: Great specs for an all-in-one shooting solution

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Alongside a successful line of Mirrorless Hybrid cameras Panasonic continue to refresh their lineup of fixed lens Bridge cameras. Launched in July 2012 the Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FZ200 offers a 24x super zoom, 12fps continuous shooting ...

A wider view: Independent Super Wide-Angle lenses compared

There is a very particular look available to photographers who have a ‘Super-Wide-angle’ lens in their gadget bag, a ‘look’ that puts a whole new perspective on things. To get it you really need something ...

Olympus M. Zuiko Digital ED 60mm f2.8 Macro test: For super-sharp outdoor close-ups and video

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Introduced at Photokina in September 2012 alongside three other Micro Four Thirds lenses, the Olympus M. Zuiko Digital ED 60mm f2.8 Macro lens helps Olympus make good on its promise to deliver a full range ...

Olympus 15mm 1:8.0 body cap: A tiny prime for Micro Four Thirds

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Announced in September 2012 the Olympus 15mm 1:8.0 body cap lens is a pancake prime lens for the Micro Four Thirds lens mount. Costing just $49 and featuring an equivalent 30mm wide-angle focal length, fixed ...

Canon EF24-70mm f/2.8L II USM test: A Peerless Performer

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Introduced in February 2012, the EF24-70mm f/2.8L II USM is the long-awaited update to Canon’s pro-grade standard zoom and replaces the highly regarded EF24-70mm f/2.8L USM. Designed with the objective of improving image quality and ...

Olympus M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 75mm f/1.8 test: Is this the best Micro Four Thirds lens available?

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Announced in February 2012 the Olympus M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 75mm f/1.8 is a ‘fast’ telephoto prime for the Micro Four Thirds Lens mount. With an equivalent 150mm focal length it’s a good option for portraiture ...

Tamron SP 90mm F2.8 Di MACRO 1:1 VC USD Canon test – An alternative macro lens choice?

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Launched in September 2012, the Tamron SP90mm f/2.8 Di Macro II VC USD lens aims to continue in the same vein as previous Tamron macro lenses by offering very high image quality in a well-priced ...

Nikon AF-S 85mm f/1.8G test: An awesome prime that doesn’t cost the earth

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Launched in January 2012 the Nikon AF-S 85mm f/1.8G prime lens offers a great focal length for portraiture and a wide maximum aperture for low-light photography. Compatible with both Nikon FX and DX lens mounts ...

Nikon D5200 test: New sensor and new leader

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After the introduction of the entry-level 24Mpix D3200 early last year it seemed inevitable that the rest of the firm’s APS-C (DX) range would be refreshed with the same sensor. While the gestation of the ...

Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM test

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Announced this past June alongside the Canon EOS Rebel T4i DSLR camera, the new Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM is an ultra-slim, entry-level pancake lens that uses Canon’s Stepping Motor Technology (STM) to enable extra-quiet ...

Canon EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM test – Straight from the top drawer

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Launched in July 1999, the Canon EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM lens has been one of the most popular super telephoto lenses in the Canon range for wildlife and sports photographers alike. As expected for a ...

Canon PowerShot SX50 HS test: Not your average compact

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Looking at the specifications for Canon’s new PowerShot SX50 HS may leave you thinking that you have opened the pages of some futuristic fantasy: a compact camera with a zoom lens that covers a range ...

With new STM technology does Canon’s updated 18-135mm still deliver?

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Refreshed to include Canon’s latest evolution in autofocus technology, the Stepper Motor, the Canon EF-S 18-135mm f3.5-f5.6 IS STM offers ultra quiet continuous autofocus during video capture. With its predecessor the Canon EF-S 18-135mm f3.5-f5.6 ...

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