Digital Photography Review Newsletter: Thursday, June 25, 2020

Coffee expert and 2007 World Barista Champion James Hoffmann recently took to YouTube to share his experience developing film with coffee using a rather robust Caffenol recipe.

Panasonic's Lumix DC-G100 interchangeable lens camera is ultra-compact and aimed at those who want to film themselves doing just about anything. But it also lends itself to other types of videography (and photography) as well, so check it out in our hands-on slideshow and find out if its a match for you.

The camera business is to be moved to an new company run by Japan Industrial Partners, which will continue to run and grow the brand, according to a statement from Olympus Corporation

The Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 (G110 in some regions) is a mirrorless camera designed for vlogging. Its 20MP Four Thirds sensor is paired with clever tracking audio technology, but we have our reservations.

Chris and Jordan got their hands on a pre-production Panasonic G100 and have been able to do some preliminary testing on features like the camera's new OZO directional audio system.

The Panasonic G100 is officially here and we got the chance to shoot around with it prior to launch. Despite its billing as a vlogging-centric camera, it's also a capable stills-shooter thanks to a 20MP Four Thirds sensor.

Panasonic has introduced the Lumix DC-G100 (G110 in some regions), a compact Micro Four Thirds camera targeted toward vloggers. With a directional microphone, fully articulating LCD and bright red button for video capture, the G100 is made for people who want themselves in the frame.

Apple's first virtual WWDC didn't focus much on photography, but we've rounded up a few photo-related features and functionality that's been added or improved upon in iOS, iPadOS and macOS Big Sur.

PhotoGIMP is a patch that aims to make GIMP appear more like Photoshop and includes some features which will be familiar to Photoshop users.

Colin Smith from YouTube Channel PhotoshopCAFE has shared two videos that walk through nearly every new feature in Adobe's June update for Lightroom, Photoshop and Camera Raw.

Dust, dirt, oil and a knife are all used by photographer and YouTuber Arthur R to torture-test a scrap sensor from an a6000.

The satellite will be included as a payload on Rocket Lab's next launch.

The new firmware allows the Fujifilm X-A7 and X-T200 cameras to be used as webcams without additional software. For other camera systems, Fujifilm says its X Webcam utility will be coming to macOS in mid-July.

We've updated our Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG DN Art gallery with fresh samples shot on a Sony a7R IV body. These extra pixels should help convey just how ridiculously sharp this lens is. Have a look!

As promised, Leica has delivered the 'Multishot' mode for its SL2 full-frame mirrorless camera that enables you to capture photos up to 187MP.

The Panasonic S Pro 70-200mm F2.8 is an important lens in the L-mount system. With weather-resistance and optical stabilization it's an appealing optic for the working pro. See how it has fared so far in our shooting.

Chris and Jordan look at the technically excellent Canon RF 85mm F1.2L in comparison with the original EF 85mm F1.2 – a great lens in its own right – to see just how far the updated version has come.

Take a closer look at images featured in DPReview TV's review of the Canon RF 85mm F1.2L.

Venus Optics has announced cine versions of three of its ultra-wide lenses to give MFT, APS-C and full frame users an approx 110 degree angle of view. Geared focus and aperture rings and T-Stop markings complete the cine-look and feel

Boston Red Sox photographer Billie Weiss shares how he captured portraits of Major League Baseball's Red Sox players via FaceTime.

ShiftCam's latest grip is compatible with a wide range of high-end smartphones and features a Bluetooth shutter button.

We're putting out the final call for submissions for our first-ever DPReview community sample gallery. If you've got photos taken with the Samsung Galaxy S20, S20+ or S20 Ultra, read on.

What makes a lens 'perfect?' Is it a lack of distortion and aberrations? Is it measured by sharpness across the frame or the dreaminess of its bokeh balls? Can a 'flawed' lens be considered perfect? We've got some answers.

The over-sensor filter system will now be available for uses of Canon's EOS R range of full frame mirrorless cameras. Filter options include various NDs, IR cut and a filter to reduce light pollution for astro-photographers

Sigma has announced the upcoming release of a new 100-400mm F5-6.3 ultra-zoom for Sony E-mount and L-mount cameras, as well as a pair (1.4x and 2x) of L-mount teleconverters, two USB docs and three current prime lenses coming to L-mount.

We've got our hands on Ricoh's new Pentax-D FA 70-210mm F4 telephoto zoom for its full-frame K-mount cameras. Lighter and less expensive than the company's F2.8 alternative, we tried it out for everything from portraits to go-kart races.

The Olympus PEN E-PL10 is the latest in the company's entry-level mirrorless line-up. It's a beginner-friendly camera that does many things well, but ultimately doesn't stand out amongst its competition.