The Camera Store Blog
Canon's Small, Light, and Fast 50mm RF F1.8 Lens!
Have you seen Dave's review of the high quality and surprisingly affordable Canon 50mm RF F1.8 Lens? Currently on sale for $199, this small and lightweight lens has super a fast aperture and sets a new standard for affordable photography!
Behind The Shot: Using Slow-Motion Video Techniques To Create A Still Frame With Movement
As a creative with over 20 years of experience in the industry, Sony Artisan Garrette Baird (@the_garrette) is always looking for new photographic challenges. He and his wife, Sony Artisan Amber Baird, are renowned for their wedding film company, Eyenamics. Garrette loves this work, but after so many years he has found it to be less creatively fulfilling. He says artists, need an outlet that somehow fulfills a creative part of our soul. Sony’s Creative Space event in November was just the outlet he needed to try something new with his Sony Alpha 1 and a G Master standard zoom.
Exposure 2024 Photography Festival
We are thrilled to announce that the Exposure Photography Festival's 2024 festival programme is now available! Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Exposure is bringing an expansive and exciting festival with exhibitions and events presented in galleries, museums, local businesses and outdoor locations across Alberta. This year’s exhibition programme shares a wide range of narratives, subjects, practices, and explorations of the photographic medium drawing attention to Calgary and Alberta as the site of an active, growing, creative community in the field of photography. Get ready because the Exposure Launch Party is on February 1st!
New Flagship OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mark II is Here
A new adventure is coming our way in the form of a Micro Four Thirds System standard-compliant interchangeable lens camera! Get excited for the new flagship OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mark II. Boasting the world’s first Live GND (Graduated ND) photography function, this groundbreaking feature, in conjunction with blazing fast speeds, unparalleled computational capabilities and tactile usability, is expanding creative possibilities. The OM-1 Mark II is a true wonder of outdoor photography equipment and is ready to perform wherever your next adventure takes you!
Panasonic Lumix G9 II - the photographer's ultimate hybrid camera
The Panasonic Lumix G9 II provides a seamless combination of photography and video capabilities. I appreciate how the camera's design borrows the style from Panasonic's S-series. The Lumix G9 II would be a great choice for hybrid shooters or photographers who prioritize portability while traveling.
Extraordinary With a Touch of Classic: The Hasselblad 907X & CFV 100C
The trifecta of imaging possibilities is here with the new Hasselblad 907X & CFV 100C. Presenting the most compatible Hasselblad 100-megapixel medium format camera to date, the 907X & CFV 100C offers three distinctly different photographic abilities, aligning film and digital photography. A modular design, vintage body and deep heritage combine with advanced technology and exquisite craftsmanship to create the extraordinary with a touch of classic. With a press of the shutter, time solidifies in your hand, turning fleeting moments into forever.
The New Pentax WG-90 Adventure Camera Is Here
The new Pentax WG-90 is here, boasting the best features of WG series all-weather adventure cameras, including their rugged chassis, waterproof and shock-resistance, all under the renowned Pentax brand, known for dustproof, waterproof and weather-resistant products. The Pentax WG-90 adventure camera just needs an adventure to go on!
Why This Photographer Uses Highest-Res Cameras For Fashion & Street Photography
Nino Rakichevich is a professional fashion photographer, street photographer and Sony Artisan. Though he is now primarily known for his high fashion work, he got his start in photography in photojournalism, and street photography allows him to continue his creative pursuits of capturing fleeting moments. With his various genres of photography, Nino finds himself reaching for different cameras to suit specific needs. Since adopting the Sony system, Nino has always preferred to use Sony ultra-high-resolution full frame cameras for his photography.
Tamron User Photo and Video Contest 2023 Winners
Tamron has announced the Tamron User Photo and Video Contest 2023 Winners, and a bunch of Canadians won! Categories included Landscape/Travel, Wildlife, Close-up/Fine Art, Portrait, Sports/Action, Photojournalism and Video, with Canadians taking numerous category wins. Let's take a closer look at these incredible Canadian photographs
Thailand on Film, with the Rolleiflex 3.5F
I know a trip is going to be great when I head over to The Camera Store and buy a big bag of black and white film. For me, that’s how a really good trip starts. I was headed to Thailand, a country high on my list for years, to explore its temples, its various landscapes, and of course to meet, what I was to find out, some of the friendliest people anywhere. Thailand is a varied landscape with more than 35,000 Buddhist temples. I wanted to photograph some of them, along with the people I met on my travels.
What’s In My Bag: 2 Sony Alpha Cameras & 3 G Master Lenses For Stylistic Street Photography
Luke Pyrzynski (@eastbanger) is a photographer of many talents. In addition to his stylish street photography, he's also an active automotive, travel and wedding photographer. “My backpack is definitely not lightweight and that's because I think you never know if something extra will come in handy,” he says. “More than once I regretted not taking some lenses with me so now I carry most of them and I’m prepared for any occasion. The setup I'm showing here serves me exclusively for the street. For any other purpose, my backpack would probably look a little different.” We connected with Luke to get the details on the gear in his kit for stylistic street photography. Keep reading as he explains what’s in his bag.
TCSTV's The Best Telephoto Lenses for Full Frame Mirrorless Cameras
Are you looking for the best telephoto lenses for full-frame mirrorless cameras? TCSTV's Dave and Evelyn are here to help you out! In their latest video, Dave and Evelyn got their hands on and tested out the Sony FE 200-600mm f5.6-6.3 G OSS, Canon RF 200-800mm f6.3-9 IS USM, and Nikkor Z 180-600mm f5.6-6.3 VR in some exciting and challenging scenarios to see how they perform. Could one of these big, super-telephoto lenses be the perfect lens for you? Let's take a closer look!
