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Toshiba demos ‘Lytro chip,’ converts phones to light-field cameras
The modules, which could be in phones next year, can accurately calculate depth and change focus points after photos are shot.News
Sony releases new interchangeable lens and Cyber-shot cameras
Sony has released a new crop of cameras post-CES.News
Nikon launches the D7100, a new flagship DSLR for photo enthusiasts
The new Nikon DSLR offers an upgraded processor, higher resolution, and an improved auto-focus system.Crowdfunding Spotlight
Lynx A camera is the world’s first point-and-shoot 3D modeling camera
With so much attention being poured into 3D content, it's hard not to want to be part of the action. How does one go about that? Funding the Lynx A camera may be a good first step.Reviews
Review: Olympus PEN E-PL5 features great image quality and swift autofocus
The Olympus PEN E-PL5 is a top-notch performer, but hold it in your hands before making a buying decision.News
Microsoft urges international alliances to battle malware
Countries that have signed on to international cybersecurity agreements tend to have fewer malware infections among their citizens, according to new research released by Microsoft and George Washington University.How-To
Take a better backlit portrait
If your primary light source (the sun) is behind your subject, the camera will underexpose it. Here's how to counteract that problem.Reviews
Review: User-friendly Canon T4i boosts performance for both still images and video
The first DSLR to offer a touchscreen LCD, the Canon T4i is brimming with photographic innovation.How-To
Cool night photos with long exposures
You can get some great photos by exploring shutter speeds from 2 seconds to 16 seconds.News
Nokia PureView to lead camera-phone tech, but where’s everyone else?
According to The Verge, Nokia's next Windows Phone may have a 41-megapixel sensor to help with digital zoom.How-To
Outsmart your camera by turning off the autofocus
Autofocus is like magic, and it's often done well even by simple, inexpensive cameras. But sometimes it's better to turn off your autofocus control and do it the old fashioned way.Reviews
Review: Samsung NX1000 DSLR offers a range of features for budget conscious shooters
Samsung’s entry-level NX1000 offers a versatile feature set, including WiFi, that will please budget-conscious enthusiasts and consumers who want a compact, interchangeable lens camera with good image quality at a relatively affordable price.News
Can Canon save the point and shoot?
Canon seeks to breathe new life into the point and shoot camera sector with the PowerShot N.Reviews
Review: Samsung NX20’s well-rounded features appeal to both enthusiasts and snapshooters
The Samsung NX20 holds its own against the competition and even exceeds other mirrorless interchangeable-lens models thanks to its well-implemented Wi-Fi.News
2012 in review: TechHive’s top stories
What stories caught your attention in 2012? Here's a list of the 20 most-read TechHive stories from the past year.News
Future Tech 2013: Cameras
Camera sensors will get bigger—and that's just one trend we predict for 2013.Reviews
Review: Pentax K-30 is a great choice for outdoor and adventure shooting
The Pentax K-30 is a particularly good fit for outdoor explorers and those who prefer not to worry about their camera when shooting in adverse conditions.News
2012 in review: The year in cameras
In 2012, we've seen the introduction of new phenomena, and the solidification of the interchangeable-lens market.Geek Tech
DIY remote camera trigger only needs a cable and a soda can tab
Here’s a DIY remote camera trigger that anyone can build using a soda can tab and some audio cable.News
The best camera deals for the holidays
A great camera deal starts with a great camera. Here are a dozen excellent point-and-shoots, interchangeable-lens cameras, and DSLRs that are on sale this holiday season.News
Sony ‘Smart Skin’ camera spots pimples before they surface
Sony has developed new technology for using the small cameras in phones and tablets to check the health of users' skin.How-To
Farewell Photoshop: Edit your photos for free
We’re living in a golden age of free photo editing thanks to a wealth of online options.How-To
Essential guide to photography peripherals
Stuff you need and want to protect your camera and enhance your photos.Reviews
Review: Sony Cyber-shot RX100 digital camera
The RX100 is a pocket-size, go-anywhere camera that provides outstanding image quality, with ergonomics that make taking control of the device easy and enjoyable.How-To
Bracket your photos for the perfect shot
Bracketing is as old as photography, and here are some effective ways to accomplish it with your digital camera.How-To
Take engaging photos using the rule of thirds
A simple compositional trick for the ages, the rule of thirds ensures a more interesting photo.News
Samsung Galaxy Android camera available Friday
AT&T will carry the Samsung Galaxy Camera beginning Nov. 16. The camera retails for $500 in stores and online.Reviews
Review: Sony Alpha SLT-A57
Sony blends image quality, ease of use, shooting options, and reasonable price in this advanced camera for consumers.Geek Tech
Memoto is a wearable lifeblogging camera that captures your entire existence
Meet Memoto, the small, wearable camera that takes a photo of your life every 30 seconds.Reviews
Review: Sony Alpha SLT-A77
The Sony Alpha SLT-A77 differs from conventional DSLRs, and is more useful and fun to shoot with.News
Nikon unveils DSLR-like Nikon 1 V2 mirrorless camera
The second-generation compact interchangeable-lens camera offers a new sensor, a new image processor, and new in-camera controls.Reviews
Field Test: Pentax K-30
If you're shooting outdoors under harsh conditions, the Pentax K-30 will let you keep your mind on your photos, instead of fretting about the camera.News
Walmart kicks off same-day delivery in select cities
The same-day delivery wars just got a lot more interesting as Walmart enters the fray.How-To
Camera shopping quick tips
Ready to buy a digital camera? Jump right in. In this section of our digital camera buying guide, we'll cut to the chase and give you some basic tips for making a decision.How-To
Camera specs explained
In this section of our digital camera buying guide, we'll dissect what some often-mysterious camera specs mean in the real world.How-To
Choosing the right kind of digital camera
In this section of our digital camera buying guide, we'll explain the differences between the most popular types of cameras and help you pick a winner.News
Lytro pumps up features, colors as its innovative camera hits the stores
Lytro rolls out new manual controls and accessories for its light-field camera in time for Tuesday's launch.Reviews
Nikon Coolpix S9300 review: Easy to use, so-so performance
The Coolpix S9300 is an 18X-zoom pocket camera with very simple controls, but its image quality takes a big step backward when matched against that of its excellent predecessor.Geek Tech
Autographer is a wearable camera that automatically captures your life in photos
OMG Life releases a new wearable camera that automatically captures photos of your day.News
Lytro light-field cameras headed to Amazon, Best Buy, Target
The retailers will start selling the devices online on Oct. 9.How-To
Raw vs. JPEG: Which should you shoot and when?
Both imaging formats have benefits and liabilities. The trick is to figure out which one is a better match for your situation.News
The camera from the bottom of the lagoon
Andy Ihnatko found a camera at the bottom of the lagoon in Boston's Public Garden. How long had it been there? Who dropped it? Could its memory card be saved? The answers were surprising.News
Fujifilm shows off the X-E1, its most affordable mirrorless camera
The new X-E1 will offer the same sensor and shooting modes of the higher-priced X-Pro1 in a slightly different body.News
Fujifilm XF1: An F1.8 compact swathed in rich faux leather
With an F1.8 lens, a fairly big sensor, unique zoom-lens controls, and a faux leather cover, the Fujifilm XF1 is looking to turn heads on the premium compact scene.News
Canon EOS 6D: A full-frame DSLR with Wi-Fi for $2100
The Nikon vs. Canon battle continues, this time on the semi-affordable full-frame DSLR front. The new EOS 6D packs a full-frame sensor and Wi-Fi features into a fairly small body.News
Canon adds fast lenses and Wi-Fi to high-end PowerShots
The Canon PowerShot G15 gets a fast F1.8 lens, while the Canon PowerShot S110 has built-in Wi-Fi.News
Panasonic Lumix GH3 adds video enhancements and Wi-Fi
The highest-end Micro Four Thirds camera in Panasonic's stable has fast focus speeds, built-in Wi-Fi, and advanced video capabilities.Opinion
Do you really need a DSLR?
Photographer Will Porter demonstrates that it's possible to take decent photos without spending a huge amount of money, and without having to buy an expensive and hard-to-use DSLR.News
Olympus Stylus XZ-2 boasts unique features for the premium compact class
Olympus has updated its flagship premium point-and-shoot with the Stylus XZ-2, an F1.8-aperture compact camera with a touchscreen, fast autofocus speeds, and an adjustable control scheme.News