The Camera Store Blog

On Saturday, July 19th, 2025, at approximately 2:40 PM, a man entered The Camera Store and stole a Manfrotto Element MII monopod. Theft of any kind has a considerable impact on small companies like ours, so we are asking you, our incredible community, for your help. 

In case you missed it, the Tamron Tour made its way to The Camera Store on Saturday, July 19th, for unforgettable day of creativity! Filled with informative seminars and interactive shooting sessions, every moment brought joy and excitement to both our guests and staff! A HUGE thank you to the Tamron Team for these phenomenal events, and thank you to everyone who joined us throughout the day. Now, lets take a closer look at the behind the scenes, shot by the incredible May Shi, of the Tamron Tour's stop at The Camera Store!

Attention Canon users! Your cameras are about to get even better! Canon has announced a plethora of firmware updates for multiple Canon cameras. If you are the happy shooter of an EOS R3, EOS R5, EOS R7, EOS R8, EOS R10, EOS R50, EOS R50V, PowerShot V1, or a PowerShot V10, keep on reading to see what new updates are coming your way. 

Nikon users, imagine unlocking a whole new world of potential with your Nikon Z8. Firmware version 3.1 makes this a reality, bringing upgrades that redefine photography, videography, and workflow for passionate creators like you.

Nikon has now released Firmware 3.1, which has fixed the issue that prevented the camera from operating properly with some lenses.

Get the Sony camera you've been eyeing up, plus a little more! Now until September 30th, 2025, enjoy $100 cash back when you purchase any qualifying Sony camera! From the beloved Sony Alpha 1 II, to the cinematic Sony FX30, and everything in-between, it's time to take advantage of this incredible offer and bring your vision to life, all while enjoying a little extra in your pocket.

Imagine capturing every detail of your world with clarity, creativity, and freedom. You'll get exactly that with the eagerly anticipated, newest flagship, Sony RX1R III! Yes, the third generation of the RX1R series is here and it's better than ever, featuring a 61-megapixel 35 mm full-frame Exmor R™ CMOS image sensor, the latest BIONZ XR™ image processing engine, and a ZEISS® Sonnar T* 35 mm F2 lens! Offering uncompromising full-frame quality in a premium compact camera body, the new RX1R III is built to inspire.

Are you heading on your next summer adventure and want to capture some amazing photos during your trip? Here are five easy-to-follow travel photography tips to help you take stunning images that will make your journey unforgettable.

Hot summer days are perfect for capturing vibrant memories but you have to make sure you're equipped! With Tamron's Summer Savings, you can save up to $300 on a huge selection of Tamron's hottest lenses! Whether you're a beginner looking to step up your game with an all-in-one zoom, or a seasoned pro in need of a new wide or telephoto for your kit, Tamron has a lens for everyone.

If you've had your eye on a new Canon EOS R Camera but felt held back by your old gear, you're in luck because you can Trade-In and Trade-Up with Canon! The process is super easy! Just trade in any brand of working camera or lens and get up to a $400 bonus towards the purchase of an eligible Canon EOS R System Camera PLUS the value of your trade-in. Stack this bonus offer with existing instant rebates to get additional savings!

Thirteen years ago, Clare Gibson started a photo-a-day challenge as a means of doing something creative each and every day. What Clare didn't expect was for it to become her sanctuary, a mental escape, and the beginning of A Love Letter to Photography, her feature-length documentary showing the value of photography as a method of self-care. Featuring incredible photographers who live with the challenges of mental health, Clare will be travelling to film this project throughout 2025 and is looking for funding to help support her project. This is where you can help!

Canon has excitedly announced an affordable ultra-telephoto zoom lens for entry-level photographers. Welcome the new Canon RF 75-300mm F4-5.6! This lightweight, telephoto zoom lens brings different focal ranges to novice photographers to empower them to experiment and capture standout shots.

Attention all professional and high-end amateur video creators! What if you could take your productions to new heights? Meet Sony’s game-changing CFexpress Type A cards for its Cinema Line and Alpha mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras. Introducing the CFexpress Type A cards, the CEA-G1920T (1920 GB1) and CEA-G960T (960 GB), alongside the MRW-G3 CFexpress Type A card reader. These powerful tools offer astonishing read speeds surpassing 1800 MB/s, twice the speed of earlier models, and write speeds peaking at 1700 MB/s, setting a new standard for speed and efficiency.