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August 3rd, 2025 This week’s highlights include more shared impressions on shooting with Sony’s small but powerful RX1R, as well as our in-depth review of the Fujifilm X-E5. We also continued to expand on our intro to photography series with this week’s entry explaining aperture. As always, thanks for being part of our community and supporting our work. - Ben
Highlights
What better chance to develop a first impression of a camera than at a wedding reception? This is what we learned on our first time out with the RX1R III.
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We've been carrying the RX1R III almost everywhere with us, the past week or so, to put together a gallery to show how it performs in the real world.
The Fujifilm X-E5 is a capable camera with rangefinder styling, but pricing makes its story complicated.
We all want our cameras to last as long as possible. But how long is that liable to be, and what are some of the ways they can fail?
See what kind of images Fujifilm's latest rangefinder-style camera produces.
There are several fixed lens cameras that have developed cult followings. That should be a clue that they're not an inherently inferior option, just different.
We break down aperture, its numbering system and how it affects your exposure.
News Updates
The company is updating its help articles to make how its cameras work even clearer.
The 360/action-cam company is launching a drone brand, teasing an accessible 360 drone.
Adobe has announced updates for Photoshop beta, aiming to simplify tasks like creating composites and removing objects.
The rumors are true: Fujifilm has increased prices for US customers by 10 to 15% because of tariffs.
Canon recently issued a notice for EOS R50 users, alerting them that the mode dial may have issues and offering free repair.
DJI has announced its first 360 camera, the Osmo 360, promising to elevate industry standards and offer greater flexibility for creators.
Further Reading
Tens of Thousands of Stunning Images by Photographer Bill Cunningham Acquired by New York Historical - Smithsonian MagazineAI-generated animals in fake surveillance videos are fooling the internet - MashableDoes this look like a real woman? AI model in Vogue raises concerns about beauty standards - BBCAmerican Cinematographer's 2025 Rising Stars of Cinematography - American Cinematographer
Starting out with photography can be very overwhelming. Here are some helpful and reliable resources as you begin your journey.
The de minimis exemptions that protected shipments under $800 from tariffs are ending.
Don't panic if you notice blurry spots in your photographs. You're likely dealing with sensor spots, a common problem for photographers.
Canon has released its second-quarter and first-half financial results, revealing that it may increase prices for US customers a second time due to higher tariffs.
Viltrox has released the AF 15mm F1.7 Air lens for Fujifilm, Sony and Nikon APS-C cameras.