New Launches & Tech

Wex Blog News New Launches and Tech

Including our monthly “Gear of the Month” feature, this area of the blog contains articles on the latest and most important product launches and technology to hit the creative industry.

Nikon has unveiled the latest camera in its entry-level D3000 series, the Nikon D3400

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Fujifilm EF-X500 Flashgun Announced

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Fuji has revealed a new flash unit specifically designed to complement its higher-end X cameras such as the X-T2. Introducing the Fujifilm EF-X500… Read More

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Why Photographers Love the Fujifilm X100 Series

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We ask the pros why they keep coming back to Fuji’s fixed-lens compact X100 series Read More

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Canon EOS 80D: What Does It Offer Photographers?

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What’s so special about the Canon EOS 80D? Matt takes a closer look Read More

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Lomography Petzval 58mm Art Lens Review

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Lomography’s new 58mm Petzval allows the user to control bokeh intensity. Jimmy Cheng tests it out Read More

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New 4K Atomos Flame recorders announced at The Photography Show

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We take a closer look at two new 4K-capable recorders from Atomos Read More

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Life at 50mm: The most versatile focal length

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Got a nifty fifty? David Cleland argues for 50mm as the most versatile and fun focal length around Read More

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Sony Technology Thailand factory tour and G Master lenses

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Treated to an exclusive tour around Sony Technology Thailand where the new G Master Lens range is being produced, Jon Devo talks new glass and Sony strategy. Read More

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Sony A6300 vs Sony A6000: What Are the Differences?

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Sony has announced the super-speedy successor to its A6000 CSC, the A6300. Here are the key upgrades Read More

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Nikon D5 versus Canon EOS 1D X Mark II: The 14 Key Differences

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Two heavyweight flagships, the Nikon D5 and the Canon EOS 1D X, are going head to head. Here’s what you need to know Read More

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The Canon EOS-1D X Mark II is here

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It has arrived – Canon’s long-awaited upgrade to its flagship EOS 1D X, boasting lightning-fast AF, 4K video and high-speed shooting. Meet the EOS 1D X Mark II. Read More

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Olympus PEN-F Announced

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The new Olympus PEN-F has been announced, the most powerful PEN camera yet. We spent a short time with it to explore what this stylish camera can do. Read More

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Olympus 300mm f/4 M.Zuiko IS PRO lens review

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Could this be a landmark moment for mirrorless compact system cameras? The Olympus M.ZUIKO Digital ED 300mm f4 IS PRO lens brings professional prime telephoto quality to the Micro Four Thirds system. Read More

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Fujifilm X-E2S versus X-E2: What are the Key Differences?

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The Fujifilm X-E2S is a subtle update on the X-E2, but it does bring in some interesting new features. Here are the key things worth knowing about Read More

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Kodak Super 8 – First Look

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Kodak surprised everyone at CES by announcing the resurrection of the classic Super 8 camera, we took at a look at one of the standout products at CES 2016 Read More

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Read: Sony E-Mount Zeiss Batis Lenses Review

Soon after we got our hands on the Sony A7R II, Zeiss announced a new series of lenses that got us absolutely excited, the Zeiss Batis range. Here’s our verdict Read More

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Sony announces new RX1R II

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Sony RX1R II looks very familiar to its predecessor, retaining the popular Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* 35mm f/2 lens, however comes packed with new features. Read More

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Lomography MINITAR-1 Lens Review

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We sent Jimmy Cheng out to play with Lomography’s tiny Minitar-1 32mm f/2.8 Art lens on the streets of London. A useful tool or a hipster gimmick? Read More

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8: Hands-on first look, video and sample gallery

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We were given an early opportunity to try out the new Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8, the world’s first ever Micro Four Thirds camera with a 20.3 MP sensor. Read More

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