Panasonic FZ1000 vs. Panasonic FZ1000 Mark II: A Complete Side-by-Side Comparison

Here’s a complete side-by-side comparison of the new Panasonic FZ1000 Mark II with the older version that it replaces. What you get in the new version are primarily a touch-screen, in-camera focus stacking, post-shot focus, …

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Blue Sky at Night Thanks to the Amazing Google Pixel 3’s Night Sight

Night Sight on the Google Pixel 3 is a game changer, so good that it can give you daytime-looking shots in moonlight! Daytime looking nighttime may not be what you’re looking for, of course, but the extra light and detail means you have plenty of creative options in post. So if you’re in the market for a new camera phone, consider the Google Pixel 3.

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Choosing Cameras and Lenses for a Fantastic Photo Safari to Africa: A Complete Guide

A photo safari to Africa is unlike anything else you’ll ever experience, so you’ll want the right cameras and lenses with you. Here’s a short checklist of things to keep in mind, and a detailed list of recommendations to fit any budget, from a super-low $700 to the sweet spot of $5,000 to sky-high five-figure plans…

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