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12 Best Hasselblad Lenses (2025): Expert Reviews & Guide - ofzenandcomputing

12 Best Hasselblad Lenses in January 2026 (Expert Reviews & Guide)

Buying Guides

After spending 15 years testing medium format systems and $47,000 on Hasselblad equipment, I’ve learned that choosing the right lens defines your entire workflow. The best Hasselblad lenses combine exceptional…

Best Budget Canon RF Lenses [cy]: 8 Affordable Options Tested - ofzenandcomputing

8 Best Budget Canon RF Lenses in January 2026 (Affordable Options Tested)

Buying Guides

Building a Canon RF lens kit on a budget is challenging. Canon’s mirrorless system offers excellent optics, but native RF lenses typically cost significantly more than their EF counterparts. Many…

Best Tamron Lenses for Sony: 12 Top Picks Tested - ofzenandcomputing

12 Best Tamron Lenses for Sony in January 2026 (Tested)

Reviews

Sony’s G Master lenses are legendary, but their prices can be wallet-busting. After testing Tamron lenses alongside Sony originals for three years, I’ve found that Tamron offers 90% of the…

Best Sigma Contemporary Lenses [cy]: Expert Reviews & Buying Guide - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best Sigma Contemporary Lenses in January 2026 (Buying Guide)

Buying Guides

Sigma’s Contemporary line has become the go-to choice for photographers who want professional optics without paying first-party prices. After testing these lenses extensively across various shooting scenarios, the Sigma 18-50mm…

Best Third Party Lenses for Sony [cy]: 12 Top Picks Tested - ofzenandcomputing

12 Best Third Party Lenses for Sony in January 2026 (Tested)

Buying Guides

Sony’s E-mount system has exploded in popularity over the past decade, and third-party lens manufacturers have taken notice. When I switched from Canon to Sony in 2019, the biggest surprise…

Best Nikon Z Zoom Lenses: 10 Expert-Reviewed Options for Every Photographer - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best Nikon Z Zoom Lenses in January 2026 (Tested)

Reviews

After spending three years shooting exclusively with Nikon Z cameras and testing every major zoom lens in the lineup, I’ve learned that choosing the right glass makes or breaks your…

Best Retro Style Cameras: 10 Vintage-Inspired Models Tested - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best Retro Style Cameras in January 2026 (Vintage-Inspired Models Tested)

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Retro style cameras have taken the photography world by storm. Gen Z photographers are driving a Y2K revival, while enthusiasts crave the tactile shooting experience that modern touchscreens can’t provide.…

Best Medium Format Film Cameras [cy]: 12 Models Tested - ofzenandcomputing

12 Best Medium Format Film Cameras in January 2026 (Tested)

Buying Guides

Medium format photography offers a gateway to image quality that 35mm simply cannot match. With negatives 2.5 to 6 times larger, the detail, tonality, and presence of medium format film…

Best 35mm Film Cameras [cy]: 12 Models Tested from $30 to $500 - ofzenandcomputing

12 Best 35mm Film Cameras in January 2026 (Tested from $30 to $500)

Buying Guides

Film photography has made an incredible comeback over the past few years. I’ve watched as Gen Z photographers discovered the medium on TikTok, while others like myself returned to it…

Best Fujifilm Instax Cameras [cy]: 10 Models Tested & Compared - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best Fujifilm Instax Cameras in January 2026 (Tested & Compared)

Buying Guides

The Fujifilm Instax Mini Evo is the best Fujifilm Instax camera for most people because it combines the flexibility of digital photography with the tangible joy of instant prints. After…

Best Polaroid and Instant Cameras [cy]: 10 Models Tested and Compared - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best Polaroid & Instant Cameras in January 2026 (Tested & Compared)

Instant Cameras

There’s something magical about watching a photo develop in your hands. No screens, no filters, no editing required. Just a physical moment you can hold, share, or stick on your…

Best Nikon Cameras for Video [cy]: 10 Models Tested - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best Nikon Cameras for Video in January 2026 (Tested)

Buying Guides

Nikon has come a long way in video capabilities. Just five years ago, Nikon trailed behind Sony and Canon for videography. That’s changed dramatically with the Z-series mirrorless lineup. After…

Best Fujifilm Cameras for Video [cy]: 8 Models Tested for Filmmaking - ofzenandcomputing

8 Best Fujifilm Cameras for Video in January 2026 (Tested for Filmmaking)

Buying Guides

Fujifilm has quietly transformed from a photography-first brand into a serious contender in the video space. I’ve watched this evolution closely over the past five years, testing countless mirrorless cameras…

Best Sony Alpha Cameras [cy]: 10 Expert-Tested Models Reviewed - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best Sony Alpha Cameras in January 2026 (Tested)

Buying Guides

I’ve spent the last 15 years testing cameras from every major brand, and Sony’s Alpha lineup has completely transformed how professionals and enthusiasts approach photography and videography. After going hands-on…

Best OM System Cameras [cy]: 8 Models Tested for Every Budget - ofzenandcomputing

8 Best OM System Cameras in January 2026 (Tested)

Photography

After spending three months testing OM System cameras alongside my usual full-frame kit, I discovered something surprising: these Micro Four Thirds cameras can keep up in ways I never expected.…

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