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Meet Pari - the 14-Year-Old MASTER Underwater Photographer

How does a 14-year-old beat thousands of photographers worldwide to earn a Hasselblad Master title? In this episode, Matt Granger sits down with underwater photographer and scuba diver Paribatra Na Ayudhya (Pari)—winner of the Hasselblad Masters Project 21 category for his stunning series, Dwellers of the Night. Pari reveals the hidden techniques behind blackwater macro photography in the Philippines, how to capture microscopic ocean creatures in total darkness using custom lighting setups, and what it’s like to dive into the pitch-black abyss. FOLLOW PARI: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pelagic_captures/ Manta Trust: https://www.mantatrust.org/ FOLLOW MATT: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_mattgranger Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mattgranger TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thatnikonguy Photography Courses & E-Books: https://linktr.ee/mattgranger HASSELBLAD MASTERS 2026: https://www.hasselblad.com/inspiration/masters/2026/ CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction 00:48 Starting at Age 10 02:20 What is Blackwater Photography? 03:01 Photographing Tiny Ocean Creatures 04:18 How Pari Won Project 21 05:59 Technical & Gear Setup 09:15 Staying Focussed 09:44 The "One That Got Away" 11:43 Time management 13:11 Conservation & Ambassador Roles 14:11 Testing the Hasselblad X2D II 100C 15:50 Future aspirations 17:10 Conclusion PRIVACY and DISCLOSURE: * Matt Granger is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com * Matt Granger is a participant in the B&H Photo Video affiliate program that provides an advertising commission if you purchase through our links. * If you purchase something from our affiliate links will get a small commission with no extra cost to you. * You can read my complete Ethics and Conduct statement: http://mattgranger.com/ethics Matt Granger, Hasselblad Masters, Hasselblad Master, Underwater Photography, Blackwater Photography, Paribatra Na Ayudhya, Pari underwater, Project 21, Hasselblad X2D II 100C, Hasselblad X2D, Scuba Diving Photography, Macro Photography, Underwater Macro, Deep Sea Photography, Photography Interview, Anilao Philippines Diving, Ocean Conservation

Best High Resolution Camera in 2026

Does the new Sony A7R VI take the high-resolution crown, or does Hasselblad's medium format sensor still hold the ultimate advantage in image quality? *Hasselblad Setup Guide: https://learn.mattgranger.com/courses/X2D100C* *Patreon UNCUT: https://linktr.ee/mattgranger* *Sony Setup Guide: https://learn.mattgranger.com/courses/alpha* Please check back in a day or two for sample files. In this video, we put the 67MP Sony A7R VI (paired with the impressive FE 28-70mm f/2 GM) head-to-head against the 102MP Hasselblad X2D II 100C with the 90mm f/2.5 and 35-100mm lenses. We test them in real-world conditions—from street shoots in Bangkok to high-contrast, vibrant RGB LED portrait setups—and break down the underlying imaging physics: pixel density, lens resolving power, 14-bit vs. 16-bit color depth, dynamic range, and highlight retention. 👥 MODELS IN THIS VIDEO: • Kiki: https://www.instagram.com/hoikiyu • Lin Lin: https://www.instagram.com/lin_seechinloed 🔍 GEAR USED & DISCUSSED: • Sony A7R VI Body Sony A7R VI Body • Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM Lens Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM Lens • Hasselblad X2D II 100C Body https://bhpho.to/4eikLmS • Hasselblad XCD 90mm f/2.5 V Lens https://bhpho.to/4dYDcLV • Hasselblad XCD 35-100mm Lens https://bhpho.to/4dYDcLV 🙏 Special thanks to B&H Photo for loaning the Sony A7R VI gear for testing! #SonyA7RVI #HasselbladX2D #MediumFormat #FullFrame #CameraComparison #PhotographyTutorial #PortraitPhotography #Sony2870f2 `Sony A7R VI`, `Sony A7R VI review`, `Sony A7R VI vs Hasselblad X2D`, `Hasselblad X2D II 100C`, `Hasselblad 100C2`, `67MP full frame`, `102MP medium format`, `Sony 28-70mm f2 GM`, `medium format vs full frame`, `pixel density photography`, `14 bit vs 16 bit RAW`, `RGB LED portrait lighting`, `Hasselblad color science`, `dynamic range test`, `Bangkok portrait shoot`, `camera resolution comparison`, `high resolution photography` PRIVACY and DISCLOSURE: * Matt Granger is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com * Matt Granger is a participant in the B&H Photo Video affiliate program that provides an advertising commission if you purchase through our links. * If you purchase something from our affiliate links will get a small commission with no extra cost to you. * You can read my complete Ethics and Conduct statement: http://mattgranger.com/ethics

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Thank you Canon https://canon.us/3TLe9Gn Lightroom Editing Presets + Limited Edition Prints! : https://petermckinnon.shop/collections/lightroom-presets My Camera Bag! : https://www.nomatic.com/collections/all-camera PM Helix Mag Lock: https://bit.ly/HelixMagLock PM VND Filters (imperative for outdoor shooting) : https://bit.ly/pmvnd PM RECON: https://bit.ly/ReconVNDMatteBox PM Chroma: https://www.polarpro.com/products/chroma-vndpl-filter?linkId=Peter%20McKinnon_CHROMAPLVND_Pete&affluencerId=Peter%20McKinnon Color Graded with my PM LUTS Pack : https://petermckinnon.shop/collections/luts ALL my websites built on http://www.squarespace.com/mckinnon PM x James COFFEE! : https://bit.ly/3oum4p2 PM x Clocks & Colours (Hoodies, Rings & Pendants!) https://bit.ly/3oum4p2 My Amazon Store! (All the gear I use!) https://www.amazon.com/shop/petermckinnon What's in my camera bag?! : MY 2023 UPDATED KIT!! My Camera Bag! : https://bit.ly/3OrFZz2 My go to daily camera : https://amzn.to/3ykrRQG Most Used Lens Currently : https://amzn.to/33OBc5g Incredible portrait & detail (Cheaper alternative) lens : https://amzn.to/3fnJ6rJ The lighting I use: https://bit.ly/4gySTsW My Magical Telephoto Lens : https://amzn.to/3bsPZqL Vlog Mic : https://amzn.to/3bAiIdk PM VND Filters (imperative for outdoor shooting) : http://bit.ly/PMVND_EDII My Drone (legal everywhere) : https://amzn.to/33NJjzl The action cams I use : https://www.insta360.com/sal/x5?utm_term=INRVLYV https://www.insta360.com/sal/ace-pro-2?utm_term=INRVLYV Jaw Clamp for Action Cam : https://amzn.to/3wbjepV Air Tags : https://amzn.to/3wdBy1w Filter Case / storage  : https://amzn.to/3hxZcSg Tripod : https://amzn.to/3eTpXyX Gimbal I use : https://amzn.to/3op361j Collaborations Nomatic: https://bit.ly/3OrFZz2 PolarPro: http://bit.ly/PMVND_EDII Clocks & Colours: https://bit.ly/3oum4p2 Pete's Pirate Life: https://petespiratelife.com/password FOLLOW ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/petermckinnon/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/petermckinnon Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/petermckinno... Website: http://www.petermckinnon.com

The King of High Resolution in 2026

Does the new Sony A7R VI take the high-resolution crown, or does Hasselblad's medium format sensor still hold the ultimate advantage in image quality? *Hasselblad Setup Guide: https://learn.mattgranger.com/courses/X2D100C* *Patreon UNCUT: https://linktr.ee/mattgranger* *Sony Setup Guide: https://learn.mattgranger.com/courses/alpha* Please check back in a day or two for sample files. In this video, we put the 67MP Sony A7R VI (paired with the impressive FE 28-70mm f/2 GM) head-to-head against the 102MP Hasselblad X2D II 100C with the 90mm f/2.5 and 35-100mm lenses. We test them in real-world conditions—from street shoots in Bangkok to high-contrast, vibrant RGB LED portrait setups—and break down the underlying imaging physics: pixel density, lens resolving power, 14-bit vs. 16-bit color depth, dynamic range, and highlight retention. 👥 MODELS IN THIS VIDEO: • Linllin: [Insert Instagram / Social Link] • Kiki: [Insert Instagram / Social Link] 🔍 GEAR USED & DISCUSSED: • Sony A7R VI Body Sony A7R VI Body • Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM Lens Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM Lens • Hasselblad X2D II 100C Body https://bhpho.to/4eikLmS • Hasselblad XCD 90mm f/2.5 V Lens https://bhpho.to/4dYDcLV • Hasselblad XCD 35-100mm Lens https://bhpho.to/4dYDcLV 🙏 Special thanks to B&H Photo for loaning the Sony A7R VI gear for testing! #SonyA7RVI #HasselbladX2D #MediumFormat #FullFrame #CameraComparison #PhotographyTutorial #PortraitPhotography #Sony2870f2 `Sony A7R VI`, `Sony A7R VI review`, `Sony A7R VI vs Hasselblad X2D`, `Hasselblad X2D II 100C`, `Hasselblad 100C2`, `67MP full frame`, `102MP medium format`, `Sony 28-70mm f2 GM`, `medium format vs full frame`, `pixel density photography`, `14 bit vs 16 bit RAW`, `RGB LED portrait lighting`, `Hasselblad color science`, `dynamic range test`, `Bangkok portrait shoot`, `camera resolution comparison`, `high resolution photography` PRIVACY and DISCLOSURE: * Matt Granger is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com * Matt Granger is a participant in the B&H Photo Video affiliate program that provides an advertising commission if you purchase through our links. * If you purchase something from our affiliate links will get a small commission with no extra cost to you. * You can read my complete Ethics and Conduct statement: http://mattgranger.com/ethics

Hi8 looks, digital convenience: Only $199!

Super 8 nostalgia now comes in three new flavors: Espresso, Rose, and Champagne. 🎞️ The @campsnapcamera CS-8 is a video camera with no screen. Pull the trigger, get a clip. No playback. No deleting. No staring at your own footage while the actual moment happens behind you. You see what you got when you get home, like it's 1975. 🎨 5 film-style filters, including an 18fps Analog mode 📐 Shoots 9:16 for Reels, plus 16:9, 1:1, and 4:3 🔋 Analog dials for battery and storage ✨ New colors ship with the upgraded filters already installed $199. Pre-order now, ships end of October. Link in bio. #campsnap #super8 #screenfree #homemovies #retrocamera

Get the most accurate colors from your Monitor

Get the most accurate color and tones possible - Go Deeper with the Datacolor SpyderPro https://geni.us/GoDeeper PRIVACY and DISCLOSURE: * Matt Granger is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com * Matt Granger is a participant in the B&H Photo Video affiliate program that provides an advertising commission if you purchase through our links. * If you purchase something from our affiliate links will get a small commission with no extra cost to you. * You can read my complete Ethics and Conduct statement: http://mattgranger.com/ethics

Exploring a Chinese MEGA City you've probably never heard of...

In this video, we take you inside China’s secret tech capital— we visited for optics, but this hidden manufacturing powerhouse is responsible for crafting everything from specialized macro lenses to self driving cars, a rapidly rising global hub for science, technology, and electric vehicle manufacturing. My Kit X2DII 100C: https://geni.us/HBX2DII | https://bhpho.to/4eikLmS X2D Camera Cage: https://mattgranger.com/x2dcage 20-35: https://geni.us/2035E Strap: https://geni.us/Straps Backpack: https://bhpho.to/3NfKUYs See the Lens Video here: https://youtu.be/lEdYuzLq-WA PRIVACY and DISCLOSURE: * Matt Granger is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com * Matt Granger is a participant in the B&H Photo Video affiliate program that provides an advertising commission if you purchase through our links. * If you purchase something from our affiliate links will get a small commission with no extra cost to you. * You can read my complete Ethics and Conduct statement: http://mattgranger.com/ethics

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Don't Pay Adobe Every Month Until You See This

Try Luminar free at http://SDP.io/Luminar, 10% coupon NORTHRUP A Luminar tutorial built around the stories behind my favorite New York City photos: how I got each shot, and exactly how I edit it, without paying a monthly subscription. I'm Tony Northrup, a professional photographer in NYC. You'll see my full photo editing workflow on real images: a jet crossing a rising full moon, a portrait with a blown-out sky rescued by Sky AI, an ISO 8000 raccoon in Central Park cleaned up with Noiseless AI, a moonrise behind the Statue of Liberty, and night portraits in front of the skyline. I also cover Luminar vs. Lightroom, including the Lightroom plugin, importing your Lightroom catalog, and what you get when you buy once instead of paying monthly (the cloud-based AI tools include a year of access). CHAPTERS 0:00 My favorite NYC photos (and the stories behind them) 0:17 Plane crossing the moon: my Luminar workflow 3:20 Shooting into the sun: presets + Sky AI 6:13 Buy once vs. paying monthly 6:44 Central Park raccoon: ISO 8000 noise + Orton glow 8:31 Luminar vs. Lightroom (plugin + catalog import) 9:16 Statue of Liberty moonrise: planning + sun rays 11:41 400mm skyline portrait: Magic Light + glow 14:00 Hard vs. soft light: Skin AI + Studio Light 16:55 Fixing a framing mistake with GenExpand 17:50 Vintage black-and-white film look 18:24 Luminar mobile app + final thoughts Have you tried Luminar? Tell me in the comments, and ask me any follow-up questions about these edits.

Is the Nikon Z5IIC the Ultimate Beginner Full Frame Camera?

Reviewing the Nikon Z5IIC and comparing against the Nikon D800! Order the New Z5IIC here - https://geni.us/EAJk1 NEW BOOK | Discovering England - https://www.nigeldanson.com/products/p/discoveringengland 2027 Calendar - https://www.nigeldanson.com/products/p/2027calendar Composition ebook here - https://www.nigeldanson.com/products/p/composition-ebook Close to Calm - https://www.nigeldanson.com/products/p/closetocalm Seascapes Book - https://geni.us/seascapes YouTube viewers get $100 off Mastering the Art of Landscape Photography - https://www.nigeldanson.com/masterclass Where I get my AWESOME MUSIC - https://geni.us/amazing_music Kase Filters (my fav filters) - https://geni.us/Kase | And use code NIGEL for 5% off Instagram (follow my daily stories) - https://www.instagram.com/nigel.danson/ Fotospeed paper - use DANSON20 - www.fotospeed.com NIKON GEAR (Main STILLS camera) Current landscape camera - Nikon Z8 - https://geni.us/nikonz8 Awesome telephoto lens - Nikon 70-200m f/2.8 - http://geni.us/nikon70200 Great ultra-wide angle lens - Nikon 14-30mm f/4 - https://geni.us/1430mm Hiking mid lens - Nikon 24-70mm Z f4 - http://geni.us/nikon2470 Sharpest mid lens - Nikon 24-70mm Z f2.8 https://geni.us/2470mm28 Very long lens - Nikon 500mm F5.6 - https://geni.us/nikon500mm FILM GEAR AWESOME DRONE - https://geni.us/dji_mavic3 Nikon Z6 - https://geni.us/z6nikon Nikon 20mm Z F1.8 - https://geni.us/nikon20mmz Nikon 24mm Z F1.8 - https://geni.us/nikon24mm Nikon 50mm Z F1.8 - https://geni.us/nikon50mmz Nikon 85mm Z F1.8 - https://geni.us/nikon85mmz OTHER PHOTO GEAR Clever camera strap (peak design) - http://geni.us/PDstrap Microfibre Cloths - https://geni.us/microfibre Rab Downpour Pants - https://geni.us/rainpants Awesome sensor brush - https://geni.us/brush4sensor GorillaPod - geni.us/Kb9mV The great printer I use Canon P1000 - http://geni.us/cIIc Great bag for hiking - Tenba 24L - http://geni.us/orPwh Great bag for travel (carry on) - Tenba 32L - https://geni.us/tenba32l Super light Benro Travel Tripod UK - https://geni.us/Benrotravel A must have for tripod (L bracket) - https://geni.us/myLbracket Lightweight tripod - Benro Mach3 Carbon Fiber Tripod - https://geni.us/benromach3I have some stunning conditions and discovered a county that really surprised me! The great printer I use Canon P1000 - http://geni.us/cIIc Great bag for hiking - Tenba 24L - http://geni.us/orPwh Great bag for travel (carry on) - Tenba 32L - https://geni.us/tenba32l Super light Benro Travel Tripod UK - https://geni.us/Benrotravel A must have for tripod (L bracket) - https://geni.us/myLbracket Lightweight tripod - Benro Mach3 Carbon Fiber Tripod - https://geni.us/benromach3

Entry Level Full Frame Nikon - Z5iiC TESTED

A new entry level Full Frame Nikon! Check out the Z5IIC here: https://geni.us/Z5IIC *Nikon Expert Setup Guide: https://learn.mattgranger.com/courses/zsetup* Lens Skirt: https://bhpho.to/4hr95ib *Imaging Recipes video: https://youtu.be/UUXCbPt78_c* Nikon Z5iiC first look: the new budget full-frame Nikon with fish subject-detection autofocus, no EVF, and a single card slot — tested on live fish at Ocean Park Hong Kong. It's been a while since Nikon released a camera body — and the Z5IIC is it. Based on the Z52 but without the pentaprism, it adds scene modes, film grain, and the first fish subject-detection autofocus I know of. To find out how that actually performs, we brought a selection of macro and fast-aperture lenses and shot pufferfish, turtles, seahorses and pandas. In this video: 00:00 Welcome - What “C” Stands for 01:43 Specs: what it adds and loses 03:19 Fish-detection AF in the wild: the aquarium test 04:00 Shooting through thick glass: aperture, distance and water haze 05:28 Animal subject detection: puffer fish, turtles, seahorses, panda 09:11 Video specs: N-RAW, H.265 4K30 / 4K60 to SD 11:30 A week or two later: photo & video review, side by side with the Z52 14:12 Verdict: is the Z52C the right full-frame for you? (and the new Canon R8 competition) The camera used in this testing was pre-production, using early firmware. The final performance may differ. PRIVACY and DISCLOSURE: * Matt Granger is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com * Matt Granger is a participant in the B&H Photo Video affiliate program that provides an advertising commission if you purchase through our links. * If you purchase something from our affiliate links will get a small commission with no extra cost to you. * You can read my complete Ethics and Conduct statement: http://mattgranger.com/ethics

Don't Buy the iPhone 18 Pro Max Until You See This Camera Test

Is the iPhone 18 Pro Max camera actually better in low light? I tested it against the 17 Pro Max to see if it is worth it. I put the iPhone 18 Pro Max camera to the test, focusing on low light photography performance. We compare side-by-side images at different aperture settings, including f/1.48 and f/4, to see if the new hardware provides a real upgrade in detail capture. This smartphone camera comparison is for anyone deciding whether to upgrade or stick with their current device. We examine how each sensor handles complex lighting, giving you a clear look at the practical differences in image quality test results so you can decide if the new model earns its place in your pocket. Subscribe for weekly camera gear breakdowns, and comment below if you think the low-light upgrades are noticeable.

I tested the new Sony 400mm & 600mm: Here is what you need to know

Buy the Sony 400mm f/4.5: http://SDP.io/S400f45 Buy the Sony 600mm f/6.3: http://SDP.io/S600f63 Sony's new 600mm f/6.3 and 400mm f/4.5 GM primes weigh less than a bag of sugar — but should you buy them instead of the 200-600mm zoom? I'm Tony Northrup, and I put Sony's two brand-new ultralight super-telephoto primes through real-world wildlife, birding, and portrait testing in New York City. Both weigh under 1kg (995g and 994g), both are G Master glass, and both cost significantly more than the 200-600mm zoom that covers the exact same focal lengths at the exact same apertures. So is the weight savings worth $1,600+ of your money? I tested it. What I cover in this video: 600mm f/6.3 prime vs. the Sony 200-600mm zoom at 600mm — the sharpness gap is not subtle 400mm f/4.5 prime vs. the 200-600mm at 400mm — a much closer fight than you'd expect, plus the 1.5-stop light advantage Why the zoom still wins for beginners and for those once-in-a-lifetime close encounters 600mm f/6.3 vs. the $14,000 600mm f/4 — bokeh, light gathering, and why serious shooters still carry the big one Real proof of what light gathering buys you: my moon shot where you can read the tail numbers on a United jet Teleconverter testing — Sony 1.4x and the Viltrox 2x on both primes. Does a TC actually beat cropping? (The 2x results on a 60MP sensor genuinely surprised me.) 400mm f/4.5 for portraits — shooting a model walking NYC streets at 400mm for absurd bokeh balls My verdict on which lens deserves your money — and why the 400mm is a pass for me Plus a birding tip I just figured out: put your AirPods in. In transparency mode with a hearing test loaded on your iPhone, you'll pick out bird calls and directionality faster than with your naked ears. Sounds counterintuitive. It works. Bottom line: if you already know you shoot at 600mm, the 600mm f/6.3 is an incredible compromise of size, weight, and image quality. If you've never used a big telephoto, start with the 200-600mm zoom. And the number one thing that improves your wildlife photography isn't sharpness or bokeh — it's the number of hours you have a camera in your hands. These lenses get you out there.

iPhone 18 Pro Hands-On: The Pro Features You’ve Been Waiting For!

iPhone Duo & iPhone 18 Pro Max hands-on! Can an iPhone really handle professional photography? I put the new model to the test for tethering, editing, and client work. iPhone photography has moved beyond snapshots, and this shoot puts that to the test. I used the new iPhone to replace my standard setup for a creative project, focusing on how the larger display improves mobile editing and client viewing sessions. Whether you are curious about the technical limits or looking to streamline your gear, this breakdown covers the practical realities of using a phone for professional imaging. The results were surprising, particularly when testing background blur control and aperture control settings. I also evaluated the focus tracking performance to see if it holds up for precise subject capture. Using camera tethering directly to the device made a significant difference in my workflow, allowing for real-time adjustments that were previously only possible on a dedicated workstation. Subscribe for weekly camera gear breakdowns, and comment below if you would trust a phone for your next client shoot.

Nikon Nirvana - The Ultimate Camera Collection

Touring an AMAZING collection of rare and special Cameras & Lenses. This Is part 3 of our visit to the Nikon Museum in Tokyo. Nikon Setup Guide: https://geni.us/Zguide *Patreon UNCUT: https://geni.us/Patreonuncut* *This video filmed on KOMODO-X Z Mount: https://geni.us/KMDOX* PREVIOUS VIDEOS Nikkor 300mm f2.0: https://youtu.be/4Hz8YBHDKsc 6mm Fisheye: https://youtu.be/fR6RNMAxSPo INSTAGRAM *Matt: https://www.instagram.com/_mattgranger* *Model Georgia: https://www.instagram.com/georgiarisa/* Plan your visit to the Nikon Museum: https://geni.us/NikonMuseum PRIVACY and DISCLOSURE: * Matt Granger is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com * Matt Granger is a participant in the B&H Photo Video affiliate program that provides an advertising commission if you purchase through our links. * If you purchase something from our affiliate links will get a small commission with no extra cost to you. * You can read my complete Ethics and Conduct statement: http://mattgranger.com/ethics

$2000 VS $10,000 Camera - Can you even tell the difference?

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Sigma 85mm f/1.2: Don't Buy a Portrait Lens Until You See This!

Order the Sigma 85mm f/1.2: http://SDP.io/S8512 Order the Sigma 85mm f/1.4: http://SDP.io/S8514 Order the Sony 85mm f/1.4 GM: http://SDP.io/S8514gm Tony: https://www.instagram.com/tonynorthrup Nelly (model): https://www.instagram.com/nelly_d_amor/ Vika (tattoo artist): https://www.instagram.com/vikabenito_tattoo/ Sigma finally gave Sony shooters an 85mm F1.2 — and it beats Canon's. I took the new Sigma 85mm F1.2 DG | Art out into New York City for a full portrait shoot: city-light bokeh balls in front of the skyline, environmental portraits with one of Manhattan's most in-demand tattoo artists, plus the sharpness, autofocus and bokeh testing you actually came here for. Here's the short version: at 905g it's the smallest and lightest AF 85mm F1.2 ever made — about 24% lighter than Canon's RF 85mm F1.2L and 22% lighter than Nikon's Z 85mm f/1.2 S — and it outresolved my Canon wide open, especially toward the corners. It's sharpest wide open, which is the tell of a genuinely high-end lens. And it's $1,599, which undercuts Sony's own 85mm F1.4 GM II by about $200 while giving you a full third of a stop more light. But is F1.2 actually worth it over the F1.4 you might already own? Going from f/1.4 to f/1.2 buys you 16% wider bokeh balls and 36% more surface area, plus nearly half a stop of cleaner ISO when you're balancing a subject against a city skyline. Whether that's worth the money — and the weight — is the whole video. Two caveats before you pre-order: Sony caps third-party lenses at 15 fps. If you shoot 30 or 120 fps bursts, you need the G Master. There's no Adobe lens correction profile at launch — check before you commit to a Lightroom workflow. SPECS 85mm F1.2 · Sony E and L-Mount · 905g / 31.9oz · 17 elements in 12 groups (2 SLD, 3 aspherical) · 13-blade rounded diaphragm · dual HLA autofocus with floating focus · 84cm / 33.1in MFD (1:8.9) · 82mm filters · de-clickable aperture ring with lock · 2 AFL buttons · dust- and splash-resistant · $1,599, shipping October 6, 2026 Which would you rather have — the 85mm F1.2 or the 135mm F1.4? Tell me in the comments, because I genuinely can't decide. And if you want a full Sony portrait lens shootout (including the 50-150mm F2), say so and I'll make it.

Printing on metal for my photography exhibition

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Sigma 85mm f1.2 and 20-60mm TESTED

Both lenses are smaller and lighter than you'd expect, and both are sure to be popular! 85mm f1.2: https://bhpho.to/4xHbhsz 20-60mm: https://bhpho.to/4ytzWRI *SONY SETUP GUIDE: https://learn.mattgranger.com/courses/alpha* Garden Hill Lookout: https://maps.app.goo.gl/9L7RP9kgqoNmGgw18 Sample Files: https://learn.mattgranger.com/courses/sigma852060 PRIVACY and DISCLOSURE: * Matt Granger is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com * Matt Granger is a participant in the B&H Photo Video affiliate program that provides an advertising commission if you purchase through our links. * If you purchase something from our affiliate links will get a small commission with no extra cost to you. * You can read my complete Ethics and Conduct statement: http://mattgranger.com/ethics

The GoPro Situation is Worse Than You Think

GoPro just sold for $285 million. The last major American camera brand is now owned by a phone case company that pivoted into AI data center optics, and the buyer didn't exist until the day before the deal was announced. I went through the SEC filings, the merger agreement, and a decade of GoPro's financials to answer the questions that actually matter: Is the new Mission 1 Pro ILS dead on arrival? Will your existing GoPro still get firmware and cloud support? How much did investors lose? How much did Nick Woodman walk away with, and did he finally lose control of the company he founded? And what really happened with Markiplier's 8.5% stake and that sponsored camera review? There's also a twist I didn't expect when I started researching: AI data centers are the reason GoPro ran out of money, and AI data centers are the reason someone bought it. WHO THIS IS FOR If you own a GoPro, are thinking about buying one, or shoot with DJI or Insta360, the camera sections are the part you want. If you're here for the business story, the money and Starman Optical sections go deep on the filings. CORRECTIONS AND NOTES Every figure in this video is either taken directly from an SEC filing or press release, or clearly labeled as my own calculation. Woodman's total payout, the final share count, and the reverse split math are estimates derived from voting power percentages and deal math. The merger proxy statement will confirm or correct them, and I'll cover it when it drops. If I got something wrong, tell me in the comments and I'll pin the correction. KEY SOURCES GoPro merger press release: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/gopro-enters-into-definitive-agreement-to-merge-with-starman-optical-inc-302866291.html SEC 8-K exhibit: https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001500435/000162828026059839/gpro2026-09x01exhibit991.htm GoPro letter to customers: https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001500435/000162828026059846/a20260901schedule14acomms.htm Markiplier Schedule 13G: https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001500435/000163075926000003/primary_doc.xml Woodman financing and warrants (Form 4): https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001500435/000162828026048050/wk-form4_1783976463.xml GoPro AI Training Program terms: https://gopro.com/en/us/legal/gopro-ai-training-program-terms GoPro investor relations: https://investor.gopro.com/ CineD on Starman Optical: https://www.cined.com/gopro-has-found-its-buyer-starman-optical-285-million-and-a-pivot-into-ai-data-center-optics/ DroneXL on the defense pivot: https://dronexl.co/2026/09/02/gopro-starman-optical-merger-defense-pivot/ I'm not a financial advisor and nothing here is investment advice. This is journalism and analysis about a public company, and I don't hold a position in GPRO. #GoPro #Markiplier #ActionCamera