The Milky Way (and Earth) as seen from the International Space Station. Soichi Noguchi Astronaut Soichi Noguchi has posted a beautiful shot of the Milky Way from his unique vantage point on the International Space Station (ISS). The stunning photo also offers a glimpse of Earth about 250 miles below the orbiting outpost. The Japanese […]
There’s flying a drone and then there’s flying a drone. While the former invariably involves gentle climbs and careful descents, the latter can include breathtaking speeds, sudden turns, and, if you’re still learning the ropes, lots of crashes. These faster, more sophisticated flights are often performed by FPV (first person view) drones. For those not […]
Canadian Jason Shron eats, sleeps, and dreams trains. He also builds replicas of full-size ones and puts them in his basement. And it doesn’t end there. With the pandemic keeping him home over the last year, Shron turned his attention to another project that he says has been on his mind since he was a […]
If you’re planning to take amazing outdoor videos once you get the opportunity, you’re likely looking for GoPro deals as the brand has become synonymous with action cameras. GoPro cameras don’t come cheap, but you can enjoy significant savings if you know where to look. A good source of GoPro discounts is Amazon, which is […]
Fans of fun cameras and instant photos have a new toy to play with — the Instax Mini 40 from Fujifilm. Squint through a pair of scratched goggles and the Instax Mini 40 kind of resembles Fujiflim’s stylish X100V camera, though the features on its latest device are of course way more basic. The Japanese […]
Smartphone cameras have really stepped up in performance over recent years, and it’s not crazy to see people create amazing content exclusively with them. This is the case so much that we’ve seen accessories like gimbals — usually reserved for DSLR and mirrorless cameras — make their way down to mobile devices. These tools can […]
Insta360 Go 2 “You’ll be inspired to capture some interesting perspectives that are unlocked thanks to its size.” Ultracompact size Versatile set of accessories Smooth stabilization Durable construction Frequent app crashes Quality takes a dip under low light MSRP $ 300.00 There are many reasons why people choose action cameras over traditional mirrorless cameras and […]
If you’re a smartphone fan, you probably know what makes OnePlus phones popular, but do you know what makes Hasselblad such a revered camera brand? It’s an important question because the pair have entered into a three-year partnership, where Hasselblad will work with OnePlus on improving its cameras, starting with the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus […]
The reviews are unanimous — everyone has fallen in love in the Insta360 Go 2. There are plenty of reasons why the action camera is appealing to users, like its ultra-compact design, grab-and-go usability, versatile accessories, and superb stabilization. I’ve spent a short time with it, and while I’m astounded by the kind of unique […]
NASA’s latest Mars rover — Perseverance — is its most advanced to date, carrying with it a plethora of technology that includes a suite of 23 cameras. We’ve already been treated to incredible footage from several of the cameras, captured as the rover approached the surface of the red planet on February 18, 2021. Within […]
There are camera gimmicks, and then there is Oppo’s mad 60x zoom “microscope” camera on the Oppo Find X3 Pro. It’s absolutely one of the most gimmicky camera features I’ve come across, yet it’s so unique, so simple yet satisfying to use, and most of the time takes such fun photos that I can’t stop […]
DJI FPV Combo “The DJI FPV is a speedy and agile drone for serious pilots.” Incredible agility and speed Responsive controls Low-latency video transmission Steep learning curve Soft video quality under low light MSRP $ 1,299.00 When it comes to variety in the drone world, DJI offers perhaps the most extensive lineup, one that caters […]
If you thought you were getting good with your drone by flying it through an open window without crashing, then check out the remarkable footage (above) captured by filmmaker and expert drone pilot Jay Christensen of Minnesota-based Rally Studios. The stunning sequence, shot at Bryant Lake Bowl and Theater in Minneapolis, was shot with a […]
Apple’s Live Photos are photos on steroids. When you shoot a Live Photo on your iPhone, it captures 1.5 seconds of video both before and after you tap the shutter. The result is not only your picture but also the scene enhanced by movement and sound. Live Photos debuted in 2015 alongside the iPhone 6S, […]
DJI recently launched its first FPV drone, a machine that can zip from 0 to 60 mph in a mere two seconds before hurtling to a top speed of 87 mph. Drone pilots across the experience spectrum have already been posting their first flights online, with some clearly more daring than others when it comes […]