DJI Mavic 3 Pro w/ Remote Control Review

Over the past few months, I've been putting this bad boy to the test, and let me tell you, it's been quite the adventure. From capturing breathtaking footage in Brazil to exploring the wilds of Canada, the Mavic 3 Pro has been my trusted companion. Let's dive right in and explore its key features and why it stands out from the crowd.

Mavic Air Review

Because this drone is the latest mid-range flagship for the best value in DJI’s overall lineup — it’s made for aerial creatives who want to take their content to the next level. The Mavic Air 2 is created to capture outstanding footage, as well as provide quick and easy built-in tools to make your flying experience easier. There’s also an entirely new controller design; making it a little bit bigger than before, but it feels better in your hand and has a better system up top for attaching your iPhone.

The Mavic Air 2 is DJI’s second drone that features 4K at 60 frames per second, providing even more creative freedom inside your editing room. The only other drone that can shoot such capabilities is the Phantom 4 Pro V2.0, with shots focused on fast-moving subjects or outdoor activities that can be slowed down in post for a juicy cinematic effect. It’s HDR mode, otherwise known as “The Quay Bayer Filter”, encourages users to shoot photos and videos in an ultra high-dynamic range. The Mavic Air 2 offers a myriad of different features consisting of panamorma, HDR video, and HDR images. No other DJI drones offer all three HDR capabilities. That’s huge. Additionally, the Mavic Air 2’s FocusTrack combines three advanced tracking features: Point of Interest 3.0, ActiveTrack 3.0, and Spotlight 2.0. The ActiveTrack 3.0, arguably the most advanced and prestigious feature, correctly follows targets while avoiding obstacles smoother than ever before. It can re-identify your subject after they have been lost, as well, encouraging a more accurate prediction of your target’s latest position.

X-S10 APS-C Mirrorless Camera Review

The camera's in-body stabilization (IBIS) mechanism is approximately 30% smaller in volume and weight than the previous model. Despite its small size of just 450g (1.21lbs), the X-S10 delivers up to 6.0-stops of five-axis image stabilization. It is also the first mid-range X series camera to use a motion sensor retention mechanism, a mechanical shock absorber that guards against slight vibrations that may come from the shutter unit, adding another level of stability that image clarity and resolution are maintained. To further assist with hand-held stability, the X-S10 features a large, ergonomic magnesium-alloy grip, making it easier to keep the camera stable when larger lenses are mounted. The design also features a magnesium-alloy front and top-plate to keep the body rigid and robust.

Fujifilm legendary film simulation modes were created to celebrate photographic film's history by digitizing some of the industry's most iconic analog film stocks. The camera features 18 exclusive modes, including Eterna Bleach Bypass, which creates a beautiful, desaturated, high-contrast look. It also offers an updated Auto S/P mode that automatically adjusts shooting settings to suit a given scene without making fine adjustments in settings. Now, photography landscapes with clarity and vivid colors, making portraits with beautiful skin tones, or creating evenly balanced images in back-lit conditions is possible, regardless of skill level.

GFX 50S II Medium Format Mirrorless Camera Review

There are valuable sacrifices made in specific flagship cameras for maximization. They serve many creators, but it'd be foolish to have this as the sole strategy for creative technology. Specialization is necessary because it helps underrepresented creators in varying spaces and provides a different entry point in sharing their vision. This is the sh*t that gets lost in reviews when products are dissolved to speeds and feeds. We can all agree that context matters, right? The Fujifilm GFX 50s II deserves context. With one camp championing this as an incredibly affordable pro imaging solution, while another is prematurely calling it a flop, it's easy to get caught in the noise and forget that it's just a specialized tool for creating.