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Best FPV Drones [cy]: Expert Reviews for Every Skill Level - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best FPV Drones in January 2026 (Expert Reviews for Every Skill Level)

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FPV flying is unlike anything else in the drone world. You’re not watching your drone from below, you’re sitting in the cockpit. The best FPV drone for most pilots in…

Best Portable Drones [cy]: 8 Models Tested for Travel Photography - ofzenandcomputing

8 Best Portable Drones in January 2026 (Tested for Travel Photography)

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After traveling through 15 countries with various drones over the past five years, I’ve learned that the best portable drone is the one you’ll actually carry. The DJI Flip is…

Best Drones for Travel [cy]: 10 Top Picks Tested Worldwide - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best Drones for Travel in January 2026 (Tested Worldwide)

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After testing drones across 12 countries and three continents, I’ve learned that the perfect travel drone balances three things: portability, camera quality, and regulatory compliance. I’ve spent months flying drones…

Best Lightweight Drones [cy]: 12 Sub-250g Models Tested - ofzenandcomputing

12 Best Lightweight Drones in January 2026 (Sub-250g Models Tested)

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The 249-gram threshold isn’t just a number. It’s the difference between buying a drone and flying immediately versus filling out forms, paying registration fees, and dealing with Remote ID modules.…

Best Drones for Real Estate Photography [cy]: 8 Models Tested - ofzenandcomputing

8 Best Drones for Real Estate Photography in January 2026 (Tested)

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Aerial photography has completely transformed how properties are marketed and sold. I’ve seen listings with drone footage receive up to 68% more views and sell significantly faster than those without.…

Best Drones for Professional Photographers [cy]: 12 Models Tested - ofzenandcomputing

12 Best Drones for Professional Photographers in January 2026 (Tested)

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Professional aerial photography has transformed from a niche specialty into an essential service offering. Real estate agents demand elevated property shots, wedding clients want cinematic ceremony coverage, and commercial projects…

Best Canon L Lenses [cy]: 12 Professional Optics Tested - ofzenandcomputing

12 Best Canon L Lenses in January 2026 (Tested)

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Canon’s L-series lenses represent the pinnacle of optical engineering, featuring distinctive red rings that signal professional-grade quality to photographers worldwide. After testing dozens of Canon lenses over 15 years of…

Best Rokinon Lenses: 12 Expert-Reviewed Optics for Every Budget - ofzenandcomputing

12 Best Rokinon Lenses in January 2026 (Tested)

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If you’re looking for professional-quality lenses without spending thousands on first-party glass, Rokinon offers some of the best value in the industry. The Rokinon 135mm f/2.0 ED UMC and Rokinon…

Best Samyang Lenses: Expert Reviews & Budget-Friendly Alternatives to Native Glass - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best Samyang Lenses in January 2026 (Tested)

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Native glass from Sony and Canon costs a fortune. A single G Master lens can set you back over two thousand dollars. After testing third-party alternatives for the past three…

10 Best Laowa Lenses in January 2026 (Tested)

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Laowa lenses from Venus Optics have carved out a unique niche in the photography world by offering capabilities you simply cannot find from mainstream manufacturers. Founded in 2013, this Chinese…

Best Manual Focus Lenses [cy]: 12 Prime Lenses for Every Budget - ofzenandcomputing

12 Best Manual Focus Lenses in January 2026 (Prime Lenses for Every Budget)

Buying Guides

Manual focus lenses force you to slow down and think about every shot. I’ve spent the past three years shooting almost exclusively with manual glass, and the difference in my…

Best Vintage Lenses for Mirrorless [cy]: 12 Budget-Friendly Character Lenses - ofzenandcomputing

12 Best Vintage Lenses for Mirrorless in January 2026 (Budget-Friendly Character Lenses)

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The Helios-44-2 is the best vintage lens for mirrorless cameras because its legendary swirly bokeh creates unique portraits at an unbeatable price, making it the perfect entry point into vintage…

Best OM System Lenses: 10 Optics Tested for Every Budget - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best OM System Lenses in January 2026 (Tested for Every Budget)

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After shooting with Micro Four Thirds cameras for over seven years, I have watched OM System transform from Olympus into a powerhouse for compact, weather-sealed optics. The best OM System…

Best Leica Lenses: 12 Top Picks Tested by Experts - ofzenandcomputing

12 Best Leica Lenses in January 2026 (Tested by Experts)

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Leica lenses represent the pinnacle of optical engineering, with prices ranging from affordable third-party options to exotic pieces costing more than a luxury car. After spending 15 years photographing with…

Best Budget Nikon Z Lenses [cy]: 8 Top Picks Under $1000 Tested - ofzenandcomputing

8 Best Budget Nikon Z Lenses in January 2026 (Top Picks Under $1000 Tested)

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I spent three months shooting exclusively with budget lenses on my Nikon Z5, and what I discovered surprised me. Nikon’s native Z-mount lenses are expensive, with many S-line optics costing…

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