December 15, 2024
With only a few weeks left until the end of 2024, we're continuing to share our thoughts on the best new cameras and camera accessories of the year. But we want to hear from you, too. So please take a moment to vote in our Reader's Choice Awards for the best camera, best prime lens, and best zoom lens. You'll find links to vote for each category at the bottom of this email. Cheers!
— Ben
Highlights
Richard's Gear of the Year explicitly isn't the best camera he used this year, but it's one he feels strongly about, nonetheless.
Twinkling lights, heartwarming moments and snowy landscapes – we asked readers to show us what the holidays look like through their lens, and you delivered! Here are our favorites.
To prepare for a job that requires carrying around a lot of cameras, editor Mitchell Clark bought a big bag. It's worked out well.
If you're looking to pick up a used point-and-shoot camera, these are some of the things you should look out for.
We shot a gallery with Tamron's first lens for Canon's RF mount.
Nikon's Z 50mm F1.4 prioritizes character over sharpness.
Check out our DPReview Pop-up Shop, featuring limited edition items from our 25th Anniversary collection designed to fuel your passion for photography.
News Updates
Canon has made a 10.3MP Super35 (∼APS-C) sensor with global shutter readout available to third parties.
The company has introduced a paid 'Cropping Guide' function for the EOS R50, R10 and R7.
You can now use the monitor to control the focus point for your Canon EOS R5 II, Nikon Z8, Sony FX3 and more.
The latest addition to ACR can show what's behind a reflection in a window.
LensRentals' rundown of its most rented gear sees an unexpected revival of Canon's top EF lenses and cameras, even while EF-mount rentals experience an overall fall.
Further Reading
Here are some other stories that caught our attention this week:• The Top 25 News Photos of 2024 - The Atlantic • Apple has revealed the 6 best apps of the year - Gear Patrol • Shutterstock earned over $100 million in revenue thanks in part to its AI-powered image-generator tool - Business Insider• 2025 Oscars Best Cinematography Predictions - Variety
2024 was an exciting year for camera releases, with new models ranging the gamut, including high-performance flagship bodies, impressive enthusiast options, and even one compact model. Here's your chance to vote for your favorite camera of 2024.
Prime lenses aren't what they used to be, continuing to push the boundaries for quality. Vote now for your favorite prime lenses of 2024.
Zoom lenses continue to evolve. This year, we saw a collection that includes second gen designs, great travel lenses and more. Now it's your turn to vote for your favorite zooms of 2024.
Browse our 25th-anniversary content hub and join us in reflecting on how much the camera industry has evolved over the last 25 years.