3 Best Full Frame Lenses Under $500 by Sony

Buying a new first-party lens means saving up for a very long time. After all, a first-party lens can cost anywhere between $1200 and $12,000, something most beginners or semi-professionals can't afford. If you are new to Sony cameras and have been waiting to buy a new lens that…

I’ve Been Reviewing Cameras for Nearly 20 Years. And I’ve Got a Confession to Make

I don't believe that paying attention in journalism classes, the school newspaper, or my internships at various major publications fully prepared me for camera reviews. They gave me an idea of what I should be doing, but the truth is that it didn't make me fully grasp the idea t…

Notes on "Abundance"

Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson's book Abundance made a big splash when it landed in March of this year. I wanted to get around to reading this while on a train or a plane, but as luck would have it, I sleep incredibly well on both, so it's languished in my "to read" pile until no…

This Week in the IndieWeb

July 18-25, 2025 Recent EventsFrom events.indieweb.org/archive: Homebrew Website Club - Düsseldorf/Germany Thursday, July 24 at 6:00pm DÜSSELDORF, Nordrhein-Westfalen: Xafé im KAP1 BibliothekscaféHomebrew Website Club (HWC) Düsseldorf is an in-person meeting for everybody…

Geologic Periods

Banner-Ad Free: on Mobile or Desktop

It’s really cheap to get rid of the banner ads on our site. In 2025, we’re trying to get to a minimum of 2,000 subscribers! Capture One is discounted for members! The New Phoblographer membership is now based on our website. Yes, we moved away from the app. It was a bittersw…

The 4 Best Canon Prime Lenses For Night Photography

Night photography does not pertain to astrophotography per see, but also to other genres such as events, street, or wedding photography, where a bright aperture may be required. With most photographers leaning towards Canon while purchasing their cameras, we decided to help you…

Lomography’s New Portrait Lenses Bring a Dreamy Swirl for $599

Lomography has manufactured some exceptional cameras and films over the years. Options such as Color Negative 400, Fantome 8, or Lomo’Instant Wide are some exceptional photo gear that one can rely on. Adding to this list is the launch of new portrait lenses, which offer not ju…