Simon Crisp
New Atlas
Birmingham, AL, United States
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Getting out of Auto: Why you should probably be shooting RAW
Is your camera currently set to shoot JPEG or RAW images? If it's shooting JPEG, you could be missing out. Here we’ll look at some of the benefits that shooting RAW files can offer, and when to make the switch, and when you'll be best off still shooting JPEG. → Read More
Getting out of Auto: Understanding the focusing modes on your camera
New Atlas looks at the main focusing modes you’re likely to find on your camera, and which one you should be using, and when. Knowing whether it’s best to be in single, continuous, or manual focusing mode will help you get the best results and more correctly-focused images. → Read More
Caltech ditches the optics for a slimmer camera future
Researchers at Caltech have created a lensless camera which could lead to the development of thinner smartphones and other imaging devices. The new camera replaces the traditional lens with an ultra-thin optical phased array. → Read More
Sphero breaks out a chatty interactive Spider-Man toy
Sphero has announced its latest connected toy, but this one isn’t a rolling robot ball or tube, it’s an interactive Spider-Man figure which responds to speech. The silicone toy features voice recognition so that kids can interact with it to hear jokes and stories, or go on superhero missions. → Read More
Review: Fujifilm hopes it’s hip to be square with the Instax SQ10
The Fujifilm Instax SQ10 is a digital instant camera which produces pocketable square prints. We take the quirky shooter for a spin to see whether its digital skills make for a smarter instant camera, or if they detract from the retro experience which draws many users to Instax cameras. → Read More
AI used to improve clarity of images taken in severe conditions
Researchers from NEC and the Tokyo Institute of Technology have used Artificial Intelligence to automatically combine visible and non-visible images, dramatically improving image clarity and visibility under severe conditions. → Read More
Dual-lens action camera live-streams 3D video
Currently on Kickstarter, the SID camera is a dual-lens 3D-shooter which promises to make it simple to film footage suitable for VR applications and headsets. 3D live-streaming is also possible with the compact device, as is the ability to add Augmented Reality special effects to videos. → Read More
Button-shaped wearable camera captures family moments
The Benjamin Button camera is a button-shaped and kid-tough wearable video camera designed for families. The camera, which is currently on Kickstarter, automatically selects the best recorded moments using sound, face and action recognition and edits them into short shareable Full HD videos. → Read More
Sony A9 vs. Canon 1DX Mark II
The Sony A9 is being pitched against high-end fast-shooting DSLRs, but how does it really compare? Here we look at the key specifications and features of Sony's new mirrorless camera to see how it stacks up against the Canon 1DX Mark II flagship DSLR. → Read More
Hasselblad aims high with new 100-megapixel aerial camera system
Hasselblad has announced its latest medium-format aerial camera system, the A6D-100c. Designed for surveying and mapping users, the new camera boasts a 100-megapixel resolution and the ability to synchronize eight cameras to shoot within 20 microseconds of each other. → Read More
Phase One returns to black and white with 100MP digital back
The Phase One IQ3 100MP Achromatic is a 101-megapixel digital medium format back which only captures images in black and white. Billed as the world’s highest resolution achromatic digital back it boasts features including a top ISO of 51,200. → Read More
Sony A9 vs. Nikon D5
Sony has high-end DSLRs in its sights with the A9 mirrorless camera. But how does the new shooter stack up against the sort of cameras typically wielded by professional news and sports photographers? Here we compare the key features and specs of the A9 with Nikon’s D5 flagship. → Read More
Nikon D7500 vs. Canon 7D Mark II
The Nikon D7500 looks set to appeal to enthusiast photographers with its 20.9-megapixel sensor, 4K video recording, and wireless capabilities. However, it's not the only high-end APS DSLR on the market. Here, we compare the specs and features of the Nikon D7500 and the rival Canon 7D Mark II. → Read More
Nikon D7500 vs. Nikon D500
Nikon recently announced the D7500, an enthusiast-focused DSLR with an APS-C sensor. The camera inherited a number of features from its flagship D500 sibling, but how do the two cameras stack up against each other? Here we compare the key specs to find out. → Read More
MiniRig is aimed at improving shaky and dark smartphone footage
MiniRig is a follow-up to the crowd-funded Smoovie magnetic gimbal smartphone stabilizer. The new device not only offers improved stabilization, but also adds lighting and audio features, allowing users to shoot more professional-looking video. The MiniRig is currently on Kickstarter. → Read More
Canon’s latest compact puts a big zoom in your pocket
The PowerShot SX730 HS is the latest compact camera from Canon, and one designed to appeal to everyday photographers who feel limited by the lack of zoom on their smartphones. The camera combines a 40x zoom lens with a tilting rear monitor and wireless connectivity for quick and easy sharing. → Read More
Canon’s latest compact puts a big zoom in your pocket
The PowerShot SX730 HS is the latest compact camera from Canon, and one designed to appeal to everyday photographers who feel limited by the lack of zoom on their smartphones. The camera combines a 40x zoom lens with a tilting rear monitor and wireless connectivity for quick and easy sharing. → Read More
Getting out of Auto: Understanding the metering modes on your camera
New Atlas looks at why it's important to understand the metering modes on your camera if you want to stop using the Automatic mode. We also explore how evaluative, center-weighted and spot metering work, and which mode you should use when shooting different subjects. → Read More
Fujifilm’s Instax Mini 9 gets up-close and personal
The Instax Mini 9 is the latest cutely-styled instant camera from Fujifilm, and could be the same sort of hit as its predecessor at parties and weddings. In addition to being available in a new range of color options, the US$70 Mini 9 will gain a close-up lens attachment and a selfie mirror. → Read More
Hands-on: Do we miss the viewfinder on Canon’s EOS M6?
Last month Canon announced the EOS M6 which promises to pack flagship skills into a compact body. We went hands-on with the upcoming mirrorless camera at The Photography Show 2017 to see whether its compact size makes up for the lack of an electronic viewfinder. Read on to see how we got on. → Read More