The Ursa Mini Pro is a cinema camera beast, but an approachable one

Combining the best of professional and consumer technologies, the Blackmagic Design Ursa Mini Pro is an approachable, relatively affordable cinema camera for anyone from Hollywood directors to YouTube stars. After shooting with it, it’s hard to go back to a mirrorless camera for video.

Reviews         April 25, 2023

How Huawei and Leica made a camera phone so good, we ditched our DSLR

Co-engineered with Leica, the cameras in the Huawei P20 Pro have proven to be a step above other smartphones. To figure out what makes this Android phone so good as a camera, we traveled to Wetzlar, Germany where we learned how Leica’s experience, technology, and passion all played a role.

Features         April 25, 2023

DJI Ronin-S review

DJI may have been late to the game, but the Ronin-S was well worth the wait. With superior build quality and ergonomics, an excellent feature set, and the highest payload capacity of any gimbal we’ve yet test-ed, it is nothing short of a new benchmark for one-hanlde gimbals.

Photography         April 25, 2023

‘North of Nightfall’ is a first for mountain biking, and a first for filmmaking

High in the Arctic Circle on the uninhabited island of Axel Heiberg, four mountain bikers and a film crew set out to make a movie the likes of which had never been done before. Armed with Hollywood-caliber gear -- and nerves of steel -- they had just one chance to get it right.

Features         April 25, 2023

Freefly Movi gimbal is designed for smartphone filmmakers

With the new Movi, Freefly has finally taken its turn at building a consumer-oriented gimbal, and the company’s years of experience building large stabilizers for Hollywood has paid off. The Movi offers a wealth of advanced features combined with an excellent app and great controls.

Features         April 25, 2023

Fujifilm X-H1 review

With excellent image stabilization, an improved video mode, and better ergonomics and build quality, the Fujifilm X-H1 builds on the X-T2 in every way -- but it also faces fierce competition.

Reviews         April 25, 2023

GoPro Hero (2018) Review

GoPro’s latest Hero is its most focused yet. What it lacks in advanced features it makes up for with best-in-class ease of use and software

Reviews         April 25, 2023

The best video cameras

Whether you want to live out your directorial dream or start a travel vlog, these video cameras will elevate your production value well beyond a smartphone.

Products         April 25, 2023

Can the DSLR reinvent itself to thrive in a mirrorless world?

As mirrorless cameras continue to pick up speed -- thanks to Sony's innovative offerings -- the DSLR is beginning to look like a dinosaur faced with enduring a meteor impact. But can it be saved? Here's how.

Features         April 25, 2023

From classic to cloud: How I learned to love Lightroom CC

Lightroom CC has finally grown into a competent photo editor, one that syncs your photos and adjustments across all of your devices. But it also comes with growing pains.

Mobile         April 25, 2023

Panasonic Lumix G9 review

With an 80MP high-resolution mode, top LCD display, a class-leading viewfinder, and nearly perfect controls, the G9 is Panasonic’s best stills-focused camera yet.

Reviews         April 25, 2023

Panasonic Lumix GH5S review

With a revamped sensor designed specifically for video, Panasonic’s GH5S is basically a cinema camera in still camera clothes.

Reviews         April 25, 2023

Rylo 360 camera review

It can’t quite replace your action camera, but the Rylo shows a glimmer of what the future of consumer video could be.

Reviews         April 25, 2023

GoPro Hero6 Black review

With 4K/60 video and superior stabilization, we take a look at the new action camera to beat in our GoPro Hero6 Black review.

Photography         April 25, 2023

How to download Instagram Stories on iOS, Android, and desktop

Curious about how to save someone's Instagram Story to your phone? Luckily for you, it can be done -- but it does take a few extra steps. Here's what you need to know to save Instagram Stories on both iOS and Android. Each requires a different app, but the steps are straightforward from there.

Android         April 25, 2023

Lensbaby Trio 28 review

In our Lensbaby Trio 28 review, we get to play with three creative effects using only one lens.

Reviews         April 25, 2023

Ricoh WG-M2 review

Ricoh’s WG-M2 action cam won’t win any awards, but for casual users seeking a durable, take-anywhere camera that won’t break the bank, it’s not bad.

Photography         April 25, 2023

Canon EOS 6D Mark II review

Canon launched the second generation of its budget full-frame DSLR to a tepid response. Time has not been kind to it, but the 6D Mark II is still a solid camera that’s now offered at a great price. It still doesn’t outclass the competition, but it’s a good choice for Canon shooters in need of an upgrade.

Reviews         April 25, 2023

Nikon D7500 review

Not everyone will appreciate the changes made to the Nikon D7500, but it offers significant improvements for sports and action photographers.

Reviews         April 25, 2023

Pass the barf bag, please! Pulling 5 Gs in a Red Bull stunt plane

During the Red Bull Air Race, the energy drink company took members of the media up for a ride-along in a Challenger-class race plane.

Features         April 25, 2023

How The Red Bull Air Race uses telemetry to judge pilots and conjure ghost planes

In air racing, technology plays a critical role not just in the planes themselves, but also in how the sport is both judged and enjoyed.

Features         April 25, 2023

Olympus Tough TG-Tracker action camera review

With an assortment of environmental sensors and emphasis on handheld use, Olympus’ first action camera stands out from the crowd.

Photography         April 25, 2023

Canon EOS M5 review

Borrowing tech from the EOS 80D, the M5 shows Canon is serious about mirrorless – if only it had the video features and lens lineup to match.

Reviews         April 25, 2023

Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II review

Olympus pushes deeper into pro territory with the E-M1 Mark II, doubling down on performance and features while risking a $2,000 starting price.

Reviews         April 25, 2023

Think Travis Rice’s snowboarding is insane? Try filming it

Digital Trends spoke with Travis Rice and cinematographer Greg Wheeler about the challenges, tech, and passion that went into making ‘The Fourth Phase.’

Features         April 25, 2023

GoPro Hero5 Session review

With the Hero5 generation, GoPro shows it can make the Session what it was meant to be, even as new audio problems arise.

Photography         April 25, 2023

Garmin Virb Ultra 30 review

Garmin’s Virb Ultra 30 is a flagship action camera that provides an easy-to-use, data-rich experience for action sports enthusiasts.

Photography         April 25, 2023

This new lens for GoPro makes recording 3D video a breeze

The upcoming Vitrima lens by Fantem promises to be an affordable, enjoyable way to record ready-to-watch 3D video to a single GoPro camera.

News         April 25, 2023

The best action cameras

Get ready for adventure season with a rugged action cam you can take anywhere. Here are the best models, from a waterproof point-and-shoot to a modular 360 cam.

Guides         April 25, 2023

Canon EOS M3 review

Canon's EOS M3 is a very compact mirrorless camera that's great for traveling light. While much improved over its predecessor, there are a few limitations that hold it back.

Reviews         April 25, 2023

The best GoPro tips and tricks

There's more to your GoPro camera than just mounting it to your skateboard or bicycle on your commute. Whether it's finding the best accessories to make the most of your gear, or simply understanding the settings more thoroughly, learn to shoot video like a pro with these simple GoPro tips and tricks.

Guides         April 25, 2023

DJI Ronin S is a one-hand gimbal for DSLRs; Osmo Mobile 2 embraces vertical video

The Osmo Mobile 2 takes smartphone video to the next level, while the Ronin S is DJI's first single-handle stabilizer for DSLRs and mirrorless cameras. After announcing the gimbals during CES earlier this year, the last one to hit the market, the Ronin S, is now available for pre-order.

Emerging Tech         March 29, 2023

The best cheap camera flashes

These low-cost, high-performance alternatives to name-brand flashes can save you money on otherwise expensive lighting gear.

Guides         March 29, 2023

The best bridge cameras

Bridging the gap between point-and-shoots and interchangeable lens cameras, these long-zoom compacts offer manual control and other advanced features.

Guides         June 27, 2022