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13 world-first cameras from Panasonic, from the first ever mirrorless camera to the world's fastest autofocus
By James Artaius published
Did you know Panasonic made the first mirrorless camera back in 2008? This History of Lumix countdown breaks down 13 world-first cameras

GAME CHANGED: I didn't care about 3D images or VR cameras – until I saw what Canon is doing with them
By James Artaius last updated
CP+ 2026 Canon proves that VR really can enhance your images – and now its standard Dual Pixel sensors can turn regular photos into 3D content

The compact camera trend isn’t going away anytime soon, but Japan's experts warn that mirrorless may decline. This is what CIPA is predicting for 2026
By Hillary K. Grigonis last updated
CIPA CIPA predicts that mirrorless camera shipments may decline in 2026, but compact cameras will continue to grow

Ever used an f/130 lens? This compact camera is made of paper, shoots on film and only costs US$17
By James Artaius published
CP+ 2026 Forget megapixels, AI and autofocus! This analog film camera has a 20mm f/130 lens and can be assembled in 20-30 minutes

7Artisan’s 40mm pancake wants to make your mirrorless feel more like a compact camera on the cheap – and yes, it's got autofocus!
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
LENS The 7Artisan AF 40mm f/2.5 Lite weighs just 3.2 ounces or 90g and retails for US$159

CP+ 2026 show report: We're on the exhibition floor in Japan, at the biggest event on the camera industry calendar
By James Artaius last updated
FEATURE CP+ 2026 is perhaps THE photography show of the year for the camera trade – and we're live in Japan all week

This lens doesn’t exist yet, but I’m predicting this upcoming optic will be killer for portraits. A new ultra-bright 85mm f/1.2 is launching in September 2026
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
CP+ The Sigma 85mm f/1.2 DG Art is coming this September – and if it's anything like Sigma's 50mm f/1.2, it's going to be good

Canon goes retro! Analog concept camera with optical finder and manual focus is unveiled in Japan
By James Artaius published
CP+ 2026 Canon has revealed its retro, box-style Analog Concept Camera with waist-level optical viewfinder at CP+ 2026
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