February 22, 2026

This week, we published our beginner's guide to setting up one of the most confusing but critical features on any new camera: Autofocus. 

Richard also shared his first images shot with the Sony a7 V, and our community camera kit series took an out-of-this-world shift into the cosmos in our interview with community member Michael S.  

If your pet is one of your main photographic muses or you're just in need of an excuse to smile, voting is now officially open today for our Canine Capers photo challenge.

Oh, and did we mention there's some big news to share about DPReview and one of the world's largest photography trade shows?

As always, thanks for being a reader and supporting our work. 


—Ben

Highlights

A beginner’s guide to setting up your camera’s autofocus

A beginner’s guide to setting up your camera’s autofocus

Autofocus options on cameras can be confusing if you're new to photography. Here's a rundown of the basic options you need to be aware of.
Tales of the new king? Sony a7 V sample gallery

Tales of the new king? Sony a7 V sample gallery

Ahead of our full review, here's what the a7 V's images look like.
This DPReview reader captures the cosmos from his backyard

This DPReview reader captures the cosmos from his backyard

Continuing our new series on photography and gear, DPReview community member Michael S. shares how early sports photography and a lifelong love of astronomy grew into a passion for capturing wildlife and the night sky.
Our "Canine Capers" photo challenge is now open for submissions

Our "Canine Capers" photo challenge is now open for submissions

Our February photo challenge is open for submissions until February 21. Show us your best dog pictures!
DPReview selected as a Global Media Partner for CP+2026

DPReview selected as a Global Media Partner for CP+2026

The annual CP+ camera expo begins next week in Yokohama, Japan. Our team will be there to bring you the latest from the show floor and beyond.
Nikon Z 24-105mm F4-7.1 sample gallery and impressions: Nikon's new budget zoom

Nikon Z 24-105mm F4-7.1 sample gallery and impressions: Nikon's new budget zoom

This budget full-frame lens is one of the cheaper options for Z5II buyers who want to do a little bit of everything.
You can shoot anything. But maybe you shouldn’t.

You can shoot anything. But maybe you shouldn’t.

Reflecting on how pushing ourselves to find self-imposed limitations may help us become better photographers.
Check out these impressive DPReview reader camera collections

Check out these impressive DPReview reader camera collections

Our latest Question of the week asked readers if they had a camera collection, and they certainly do! Check out the incredible array of cameras and gear our community has built over the years.
Sony World Photography Awards: these 10 images topped the 2026 competition

Sony World Photography Awards: these 10 images topped the 2026 competition

The Sony World Photography Awards category winners and shortlisted photographers have been announced.
Google's new Pixel is light on upgrades, but smooths out a common annoyance

Google's new Pixel is light on upgrades, but smooths out a common annoyance

Google has announced the latest phone in its lineup, the Pixel 10a.
Tamron's latest F2.8 zoom resurrects an idea from the 90s

Tamron's latest F2.8 zoom resurrects an idea from the 90s

The 35-100mm F2.8 is reminiscent of the company's similar 35-105mm lens from decades past.