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The world's largest 3D-printed construction project is currently underway in Qatar. The effort involves printing a pair of schools, each of which smashes current records for a 3D-printed building.
Category: Architecture, Technology
Tags: Building and Construction, 3D Printing, School, Qatar
A single, freely available, noninvasive brain scan done in just a few minutes during midlife can predict what chronic diseases are most likely to appear in the future, empowering people to make diet and lifestyle changes that mitigate their risk even decades before symptoms begin to show. Getting the jump on degenerative conditions like Alzheimer's disease could have a huge impact on health outcomes later in life.
Category: Alzheimer's & Dementia, Brain Health, Body & Mind
Tags: Harvard, Duke University, University of Otago, Alzheimer's disease, Dementia, Age-Related, Aging, Aging population
If you're hoping that we can avoid the attention of alien civilizations by lying low, it's a bit late now. A new study released by the Royal Astronomical Society indicates that our radar systems are already screaming our location to ET eavesdroppers.
Tags: Royal Astronomical Society, SETI, Radar, University of Manchester
Choosing a type of exercise that matches your personality might mean you’re happier working out and achieve better results, according to a new study. The research highlights the benefits of a “psychologically personalized” approach to fitness.
Category: Wellness & Healthy Living, Body & Mind
Tags: Exercise, Personality, Fitness, University College London
Remember the movie The Wizard (1989), when Lucas shows off his Nintendo Power Glove and says, "I love the Power Glove. It's so bad." English is weird; "Bad" meant good in the late 1980s. Today, "sick" means really cool. Other today-words that come to mind to review the Hoverair would be "slaps", and "fire," none of which actually sound like a good thing ... where was I going with this?
Category: Drones, Consumer Tech, Technology
Tags: DJI Innovations, Micro drones, drones, Drone cinematography, Camera drone, Reviews
Different yet familiar, the new Trailster Truck Camper from Arizona's Unplug Outdoor Company is yet another spin on the pickup camping topper, a particularly low profile, lightweight spin. The Trailster stands at cab height on the bed like a heavy-duty expedition-grade cap, but rather than the simple fixed body of other caps, it features an integrated fold-out tent ready to sleep the overland crew.
Category: Pickup Campers, Adventure Vehicles, Outdoors
Tags: Truck, Pickup, Camping, roof-top tent, Outdoors and Camping, Off-road, RV
If you were a lowlife scumbag looking for someone to attack (bear with us here), you would likely avoid anyone who was wearing prominent front and rear video cameras. Well, that's exactly what the Urban Eyes vest brings to runners and other solo adventurers.
US President Donald Trump has signaled his intent to move forward with new tariffs that will go into effect on August 1st, impacting imports from several countries. As reported by the Associated Press, Trump announced the tariffs by posting copies of letters addressed to leaders of several countries, including Japan and Thailand – where many camera and lens manufacturers build products – on social media.
According to the letters, imports from Japan to the US will face tariffs of 25% and imports from Thailand will face tariffs of 36%.
The new tariffs aren't entirely unexpected. The Trump administration initially announced tariffs aimed at numerous countries back on April 2nd, including 24% on Japanese goods and 36% on imports from Thailand. However, it subsequently placed a 90-day pause on full tariff amounts on April 9th, setting a universal baseline tariff of 10%.
On Monday, US President Donald Trump posted copies of letters to leaders of several countries to Truth Social announcing new tariffs to go into effect on August 1st, including this letter to Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru.As a result, US consumers have experienced increased prices on some camera products, with companies like Sigma, Canon, Nikon and Sony raising prices accordingly over the past few months.
The new August 1st deadline effectively adds three additional weeks to the 90-day pause announced in April, though given the unpredictability we've seen until now, it's possible that things could change again before the new tariffs go into effect. If not, US consumers could experience additional price hikes on many photography products due to the additional tariffs.
It's important to note that not all cameras and lenses are produced in these countries. Many companies have moved a significant portion of manufacturing to other Asian countries in recent years, including China, which is experiencing its own trade conflict with the US. Notably, Tamron began operating a new factory in Vietnam in February. Last week, the Trump administration announced a new trade deal to charge 20% tariffs on imports from that country, less than the 46% tariffs originally announced in April.
Amazon Prime Day is officially underway through July 11, and with it comes discounts of all sorts. Those sales include a selection of cameras and lenses, so if you're looking to upgrade your kit, pick up a new camera or expand your lens selection, now is a good time to do so.
Unfortunately, most camera brands recently increased prices in the US because of tariffs, and, as a result, many of the Prime Day deals are just a dip back to pre-tariff pricing. But that's still better than nothing, and it would be smart to buy now before prices go back up. Additionally, if there were better deals on other websites, we've linked to those instead. We'll also be updating this throughout the week, so be sure to check back to see what's new.
Sony cameras and lensesSony has the most gear on sale this Prime Day. This isn't an exhaustive list, with many additional models on sale. All of the camera and lens deals are also live on Sony's website, so you can check them out there, too. Some of the items below are older generation models, but they are still worth picking up in our opinion.
Sony a1 $5398 (was $5900)
Sony a7R V $3798 (was $4200)
Sony a7R IV $2998 (was $3400)
Sony a7S III $3498 (was $3800)
Sony a7 IV $2198 (was $2700)
Sony a7C II $2198 (was $2400)
Sony a6700 $1398 (was $1500)
Sony ZV-E10 II $1000 at Sony (was $1100)
Sony 24-50mm F2.8 G $1098 (was $1200)
Sony 20-70mm F4 G $1098 (was $1200)
Sony 24-70 mm F2.8 GM $1598 (was $1698)
Sony 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS $1048 (was $2150)
Canon cameras and lensesCanon's deals aren't specifically labeled as Prime Day ones, but there are still some deals worth checking out. Unfortunately, it's a very short list.
Canon EOS R5 II $3999 (was $4299)
Canon EOS R6 Mark II $1899 (was $1999)
Canon EOS R7 $1499 (was $1599)
Canon EOS R10 $949 (was $1049)
Canon EOS RP + RF24-105mm Lens F4-7.1 is STM Lens $999 (was $1399)
Canon RF135mm F1.8 L is USM $1799 at B&H (Was $2299)
Nikon cameras and lensesNikon also has very limited items on sale right now, unfortunately. But we've done some digging to find out what deals there are. Like the other brands, most of these prices are simply back to pre-tariff prices, though.
Nikon Z8 $3697 (was $4000)
Nikon Z6 III $2197 (was $2500)
Nikon Z7 II $1947 at B&H (was $2297)
Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S $2047 at B&H (was $2497)
Instant camerasInstant cameras can be a fun change of pace. Polaroid currently has its offerings on sale, including some bundles with film.
Polaroid Now 2nd Generation I-Type Instant Camera + Film Bundle $115 (was $150)
Polaroid Now+ Generation 2 - Camera + Film Bundle $145 (was $175)
Polaroid Now+ 3rd Generation I-Type Instant Film Camera $120 (was $140)
Polaroid Now 3rd Generation I-Type Instant Film Camera $102 (was $120)
Action camerasIf you're looking to document your adventures this summer, an action camera may be the way to go. Luckily, some of the best out there are on sale during Prime Day.
DJI Osmo Action 4 Essential Combo $199 (was $289)
GoPro HERO13 Black Action Bundle $329 (was $500)
Insta360 X4 Standard Bundle $349 (was $500)
Today marks the beginning of Amazon Prime Day (or really Prime Week), which means discounts on just about anything you could imagine. Instead of bombarding you with many long lists of Prime Day deals, we'll be sharing some of the things we would actually recommend buying, and some we may even be adding to our own carts.
First up are accessories that are worth picking up when they are on sale. We've looked at the pricing history for each item to ensure it's actually a deal, so you can trust you'll be saving money. We'll update this throughout the week, so be sure to check back, and if you see anything worth sharing, let us know so we can spread the word.
Memory cardsI try to buy memory cards exclusively during shopping holidays like Prime Day or Black Friday. They aren't fun or exciting, so I like to avoid paying full price for them. Luckily, there are almost always fantastic deals on these during Prime Day, and this year is no exception. Some of these are even the lowest prices they've been on Amazon in the last three months.
SanDisk 256GB Extreme PRO SDXC UHS-II V60 Memory Card $60 (was $80)
SanDisk 256GB Extreme PRO SDXC UHS-II V90 Memory Card $180 (was $263)
SanDisk 256GB Extreme PRO SDXC UHS-I Memory Card $30 (was $45)
Lexar 128GB (2-PK) Professional Silver Pro SDXC, UHS-II, V60 Memory Card $52 (was $80)
PNY 128GB Elite-X Class 10 U3 V30 SDXC (2 Pack) Memory Card $20 (was $26)
SanDisk 2TB Extreme microSDXC UHS-I Memory Card $165 (was $200)
Hard drives and SSDsHard drives are another item I avoid buying unless they are on sale. So, come Prime Day, I look out for any deals on portable SSDs or desktop drives to help me keep my work backed up while saving some money. Since they are higher-priced items, there are generally steep discounts during Prime Day.
Samsung T9 Portable SSD 4TB $266 (was $550)
Samsung T7 Portable SSD, 2TB $120 (was $200)
Western Digital 2TB My Passport SSD $130 (was $200)
Western Digital 14TB Elements Desktop External Hard Drive $170 at B&H (was $380)
Cleaning and protectionWhile cleaning tools aren't expensive at full price, saving a little something is always nice. Rugged cases, on the other hand, are rather expensive. Pelican cases rarely go on sale, but there are some discounts on ones with padded dividers this Prime Day, making it a great time to pick one up.
Pelican Vault V600 Hard Case With Padded Dividers $160 (was $200)
Pelican Vault V550 Hard Case With Padded Dividers $128 (was $160)
K&F Concept 4-in-1 Camera Cleaning Kit $17 (was $22)
K&F Concept Professional Lens Cleaning Pen $12 (was $18)
MiscellaneousFinally, there are plenty of other accessories worth picking up that don't fit neatly in the categories above. Here are more items worth considering this Prime Day.
K&F Concept 5-in-1 Light Reflector 32"(80cm) Photography Diffuser $18 (was $23)
The World Architecture Festival (WAF) has revealed its shortlist for 2025's best new buildings. Encompassing 460 projects, from the small scale to the supertall, it's a great opportunity to check out amazing architecture from around the globe.
Category: Architecture, Technology
Tags: Building and Construction, Competition, World Architecture Festival
In the wake of our look at the way Eastman Kodak allows its brand to be used on everything from solar panels to T-shirts, we've been looking at the way other historic camera brands are now being used.
In the case of Kodak, the company licensing the name has a continuous link back to the one that built the brand in the first place. Eastman Kodak may have sold its photo film business as part of its bankruptcy restructuring, but today's corporate entity is still based in Rochester, New York, and still focused on the way products sold in its name reflect on the rest of its business.
Use it or lose itThis isn't always the case, though. In most countries, trademarks only remain valid if they're being used and actively protected. If you aren't using a trademark or it can be shown that you aren't making efforts to defend it, then someone else can come along and challenge its use.
This is currently happening in Europe and the UK, where a Dubai-based property developer is arguing that the trademark James Bond hasn't been used by its owners for more than five years and hence should be cancelled. There's a comparable process in the US: an episode of NPR's Planet Money looked at the story of a man who's made a business out of challenging abandoned trademarks and re-launching previously defunct confectionery brands.
One of the last Konica Minolta products was the Dynax / Maxxum 7D, the world's first DSLR to feature in-body image stabilization. The company using the Minolta name today is not connected to the original Konica Minolta, which still operates in an array of industries.
Photo: DPReview.com
It's through this process that Minolta-branded cameras have started to appear recently in US stores such Costco, BestBuy and B&H Photo. The original owner, Konica-Minolta, sold its camera business to Sony in 2006, which initially used its technologies in a series of A-mount DSLRs before moving to its own E-mount mirrorless system, developed internally.
With Konica-Minolta out of the industry, Californian brand licensing company JMM Lee Properties challenged the trademark in 2015 and was awarded the right to use it for a range of photographic goods. JMM Lee's business model appears to be finding and claiming abandoned brand names, which it then licenses to other companies. For instance, if you want to get into the power tool business, JMM Lee can license you the Renault brand name for the US market.
'Minolta,' by Shenzen Soda Digital for Elite BrandsThe Minolta brand is currently being licensed to New York-headquartered Elite Brands Inc, the US importer of Samyang lenses. So the cameras currently appearing in Costco are made for Elite Brands, which also licenses the Bell + Howell brand for some products.
Some of the Minolta-branded cameras share their specs with models offered by Asia Optical, a Taiwanese OEM manufacturer that has been making Kodak-branded cameras for JK Imaging for over a decade.
Other models include the $99 Minolta MND23, a camera described as a 48MP point and shoot with 16X digital zoom and the ability to capture 4K UHD video. A closer look at the specs shows it to have a 13MP sensor from Sony Semiconductor (very probably a Type 1/3, 17mm² chip) that can shoot 4K resolution at up to 10fps.
The Minolta MND70 shares its specs with the Songdian DC203S, made by Shenzhen Soda Digital Technology.
Image: Minolta
The 3.37mm F2.2 lens and the presence of a second, 'selfie' sensor on the back of the camera matches the specs of a lens that appears in a variety of products from Chinese maker Shenzhen Soda Digital Technology Co.
And, similarly, the camera sold for $179 as the Minolta MND70 shares all its key specs, though with the same company's DC203. Just to give an idea of what that means for the well regarded Minolta name, Amateur Photographer's (and formerly DPReview's) Technical Editor bought a DC202, which lacks the 203's Wi-Fi and selfie camera, for around £40 (∼$54). He described it as 'the worst camera I've ever used."
With thanks to forum user ishwanu for background on the trademark cases.
When you feel like wandering in the wilderness – or just through the cobbled streets of old town – and need a capable Bosch-powered ride to fuel your adventure, Orbea has a premium all-terrain solution in its new Muga urban ebike.
Tags: ebikes, Pedal-assisted, Bosch, Off-road, City, Suspension
Updated: July 8th, 2025
Whether you're just sharing clips with friends or you're launching an online on-camera career, vlogging matters. And there's a point at which your smartphone may not give you the look, control, or flexibility you're after. With 180-degree selfie screens, wide-angle lenses, microphone inputs and great video quality, more and more dedicated cameras are catering to people who want to take video of themselves and post it online.
The meaning of vlogging has changed over the years, so our picks cover a variety of styles – we'll explain what makes each camera good for vlogging, and what key features each has that make taking video of yourself easier. We've also included videos shot on the cameras in question when we have them to give you an idea of what kind of performance to expect.
Our recommendations:DJI’s Osmo Pocket 3 is a stabilized handheld vlogging camera, designed for on-the-move vlogging. It’s built around a type 1 (13.2 x 8.8mm) sensor mounted on a tiny gimbal, meaning it can deliver stabilized footage with smoother motion than any conventional camera or phone.
The small sensor means the Pocket 3 works better in well-lit situations, though a reasonably bright F2.0 lens means it’s usable indoors, too.
It can shoot 4K 16:9 video or, by rotating the screen into the upright position, 3K vertical 9:16 footage. A small joystick lets you control the camera’s movement, and tapping the joystick button flips between the camera pointing toward you or away from you.
Its reliance on contrast-detection autofocus means its focus can be prone to hunting, though its face-detection mode works well enough that this is rarely a problem when talking to the camera.
In addition to the smooth stability of its gimbal and its genuine pocketability, one of the Osmo’s main benefits is that it’s compatible with a series of Bluetooth microphones, meaning you can capture good-quality audio without the need for additional transmitters or receivers.
The video quality isn’t always the highest, and the autofocus can occasionally lead to frustration, but overall the quality and convenience of the Pocket 3 as a package is really hard to beat.
Read our hands-on impressions of the Osmo Pocket 3
A self-contained vlogging kit: Canon PowerShot V116-50mm F2.8-4.5 zoom | 22MP 18x12mm Dual Pixel CMOS sensor | 4K/60 with crop
Buy now:
$979 at Amazon.comBuy at B&H PhotoBuy at Canon What we like:It offers a competitive suite of vlogging features, a built-in ND filter and good stabilization options. It's also comfortable to hold pointing towards you, and lets you access key settings from the touchscreen. It includes microphone and headphone jacks and a fan for extended recording sessions.
AF performance is good, with reliable tracking AF and effective subject recognition. The camera is generally pretty responsive, with the zoom reacting quickly to input. The V1's wide lens means you can crop-in for its 4K/60p mode and still maintain a wide-angle view. The full-sensor footage exhibits quite high levels of rolling shutter, so you may have to use the cropped 50/60p mode for capturing shots with lots of movement.The V1 is a capable option with a useful zoom range, and there's a lot to be said for an all-in-one option. You do give up some flexibility for other types of filmmaking, but it should cover most of your bases when it comes to vlogging.
Read our full PowerShot V1 review
We also considered Sony's range of entry-level vlogging cameras with Type 1 sensors, the ZV-1, ZV-1F, and ZV-1 II. The latter is the best pick of the bunch, given its wideangle zoom lens and built-in ND, but it's hard to recommend. Its quality will be slightly better than that of a flagship phone, but if you're going to be carrying an extra gadget around anyway, it's probably best to spend a bit more for a more flexible or capable camera.
For ambitious vloggers and videographers: Sony ZV-E10 II26MP APS-C sensor | Full-width 4K/24p, 1.1x crop 4K/60p video | Fully articulating screen
Buy now:
$1098 w/ 16-50 at Amazon.com$1098 w/ 16-50 at B&H PhotoBuy at MPB What we like:Read our full review of the Sony ZV-E10 II
Potential alternatives?We also considered Canon's (noticeably cheaper) EOS R50V, but chose the Sony because of its much faster sensor that provides better rolling shutter performance and requires less cropping to shoot at 4K/60. We also looked at Nikon's Z30, but its lack of headphone socket and 10-bit video means we lean towards the Sony. The Nikon Z50II has strong video specs and some of the features the Z30 lacks, such as a headphone jack, but its form factor and heavy crop in its 4K/60 mode make it not particularly well-suited to vlogging.
Best high-end vlogging camera: Sony ZV-E1Full-width 4K/60p, 120p with minor crop | Auto cropping/framing modes | Subject recognition AF
Buy now:
$2199 at Amazon.com$2198 at Adorama$2198 at B&H Photo What we like:It has pretty much everything a vlogger would need: Sony's class-leading autofocus, a front tally light, a stabilized sensor, 4K/60 with no crop and excellent rolling shutter performance. It also has features that make shooting alone easier, such as its auto framing mode that dynamically zooms in on the subject in a frame, much like a cameraperson would, and the product showcase mode that overrides the face detection AF when you're clearly trying to show the camera something.
The ZV-E1 has two command dials, both on the back of the camera, which makes manual video control a little fiddly, there's a touchscreen-led interface to encourage more automated presenter/operator working, though. The ZV-E1's subject recognition system is highly reliable. The lack of a fan means it's much more susceptible to overheating than the otherwise similar FX3. It adds automated modes that crop and follow a recognized subject around the frame, adding dynamism to single-operator footage. "The ZV-E1 has some clever automated modes but can be a bit fiddly to operate. It's hard to match the power for the price, though" The camera's 4K footage (up to 120p) is detailed with relatively little rolling shutter, but you'll want to use the strongest level of image stabilization (with crop) for hand-held shooting as it's a little juddery in less intensive modes. The ZV-E1 tries to marry the capability of the FX3 cinema camera with automated ease-of-use, but can end up being quite confusing in the auto modes and quite fiddly if you try to take a more hands-on approach. It's hard to match the power for the price, though.Read our initial review of the Sony ZV-E1
A cheaper competitorIf your budget doesn't quite stretch as far as the ZV-E1 requires, the Panasonic S9 may be a decent option that costs around $1000 less. It, too, has a stabilized, full-frame sensor, though it lacks a headphone jack and some of the vlogging-specific features Sony includes. While its sensor can shoot at higher-than-4K resolutions for more flexibility in post, its slower readout means you'll have to deal with a crop when shooting 4K/60, and will have to be aware of rolling shutter.
Buy now:
$1799 w/ 18-40mm at Amazon.com$1498 at Adorama$1798 w/ 18-40mm at B&H Photo Why you should trust usThis buying guide is based on cameras used and tested by DPReview's editorial team. We don't select a camera until we've used it enough to be confident in recommending it, usually after our extensive review process. The selections are purely a reflection of which cameras we believe to be best: there are no financial incentives for us to select one model or brand over another.
Honda’s e-clutch tech is a nifty piece of tech that was first introduced in 2023. While it already comes as standard on the current CBR650R and CB650R models in the US, Honda is set to bring the tech to its entry-level motorcycles. And rightly so.
Category: Motorcycles, Transport
Tags: Honda, Honda Motorcycles, Engine Technologies, Japan
Here's a unique take on tiny living, courtesy of Australia's Unplgd Tiny Homes. Its newest model, Bowerbird, is made up of two trailers, forming a remarkably spacious home on wheels that includes a large porch area.
Category: Tiny Houses, Outdoors
Tags: Building and Construction, Tiny Footprint, Micro-House, House, Home
Jack Dorsey, most famous for co-founding Twitter (now X) all the way back in 2006, is cooking up a different way to connect people. It's a peer-to-peer mesh-network-based messaging app that lets you chat with people over Bluetooth, no internet access required.
Category: Consumer Tech, Technology
Tags: Communications, Instant Messaging, Bluetooth, Wireless, X (formerly Twitter)
A new study has found that your belly might reveal more about your brain health than your bathroom scales do, especially if you’re an older man. When it comes to dementia risk, the location of body fat, not just the amount, appears to be what's important.
Category: Brain Health, Body & Mind
Tags: Dementia, Body fat, Body mass index (BMI), Cognitive functioning, Monash University
With so many multitools available around the world, you'd think there'd be at least one perfect for your everyday carry (EDC) needs. But that's not always the case, and even the most useful among them is bound to have an implement or few that you'll never use in your life. Why waste valuable pocket space with tools that are useless to you? Modular multitool specialist Roxon lets you spec your own multitool with components of your choosing, ensuring it's the best possible fit for your individual needs. With the all-new Mini Flex Companion, Roxon shrinks that flexibility down to an even smaller, more EDC-friendly size.
Category: Knives & Multitools, Gear, Outdoors
Tags: Multitools, Camping, Outdoors and Camping, Backpacking, Tools
If there's one carmaker that has the ability to milk its star product, it has to be Porsche. There are so many variants of its 911 Carrera, that it’s almost impossible to tell them apart unless you're a car nerd. Now, that list is set to get even bigger for 2026.
Category: Automotive, Transport
