The Canon R50 is an important camera: it opens up a whole new range of affordable mirrorless cameras aimed at beginner and intermediate photographers. I took it to Tuscany for a few days to test the essentials: how it performs in its key role as a versatile camera for family and travel photography. It’s easy […]

After many years, something really interesting is happening in the world of camera phones: unusually large1-inch sensors can really mean significantly better photos. So it was very interesting for me to try the new Xiaomi 13 Pro for a couple of hours. And to sum up my quick testing in a few words: the larger […]

Sony announced an impressive addition to their full-frame mirrorless camera line-up, the Sony α7R III  (model ILCE-7RM3). Here is the text of an official press release, I hope to review the camera soon… Sony’s New Full-frame α7R III Interchangeable Lens Camera Delivers the Ultimate Combination of Resolution and Speed Innovative Full-frame Mirrorless Model Offers 42.4 […]

Canon EOS Rebel T7i (called Canon 800D outside the U.S.) is not easy to categorize – and the conclusion of this hands-on review might sound strange at a first sight: it is a great camera, yet it does not make much sense to buy it. Because the own Canon’s competitors from both ends will make […]

Canon EOS Rebel SL 2 (called Canon EOS 200D outside the U.S.) is one of the most anticipated cameras of this year – although it may not look like it at a first sight. Why? Because it is not just “a good piece for beginners”, it is a generally great, affordable and – relatively – […]