This extra-wide tiny house takes a considered approach to small living, using its increased width not to sleep more people or squeeze in extra features, but instead to create an open, apartment-like home for two. It also has lots of upgrades available and can be configured to run off-grid.
Category: Tiny Houses, Outdoors
Tags: Building and Construction, Tiny Footprint, Micro-House, House, Home
Safety is a double-edged sword on motorcycles. Between the thrill of being on a bike and ensuring you’re safe out on the road, it’s a subtle balancing act. This unique three-wheeled electric leaning motorcycle tries to redefine the boundaries of motorcycle safety.
Category: Motorcycles, Transport
Tags: Electric Vehicles, Electric Motorcycles, Prototype, Trike, Road Safety, urban transport, Tilting-Vehicle
Since 2017, LG's been hard at work perfecting the wallpaper TV, a screen that practically blends into your space with all of its components crammed into an impossibly thin form factor.
Category: Home Entertainment, Consumer Tech, Technology
Founded in 2019 in Seattle, Hest has built a reputation for crafting some of the camping market's comfiest mattresses and sleep systems. Now it unleashes that know-how in memory foam construction into the greater base camp, launching a classic folding camping chair that looks like it might just be one of the most comfortable available. Truth be told, the combination of full-size, multipurpose foam cushioning and heavy-duty frame should bring this chair's comfort level closer to cushioned patio furniture than to the average quad-folding camping chair.
Tags: Camping, Outdoors and Camping, tailgating, Folding, Chair
After more than 25 years, DPReview is getting a completely new website. Here's what you need to know.
When DPReview first lit up the internet in 1998, the tech world was bracing for Y2K, computers used CRT monitors, and early digital camera owners waited minutes to upload a photo over a 56k modem. In the quarter century since, a lot has changed.
One thing that hasn't changed quite so dramatically, though, is our website. We've occasionally added features or applied a fresh coat of paint, but the changes have been evolutionary rather than transformative. To a large degree, that consistency was a feature, not a bug; we've never wanted to do a major site redesign unless we were confident it could preserve the core DPReview experience.
That time has come. We're in the final stages of building a completely new DPReview from the ground up, and years of reader feedback have shaped our thinking about what the new site needs to be.
What's changingWe all love nostalgia, but just like CompactFlash cards, it's time to leave some of our best-of-the-early-2000s web interfaces behind.
"We're in the final stages of building a completely new DPReview from the ground up..."DPReview will be getting a new look and feel built for the modern web, designed to work great on both desktop and mobile devices. If you're a desktop user, you can look forward to faster load times, easier navigation, and a more modern experience.
If you're a mobile user, you'll no longer have to revert to our desktop site to see certain pages. Additionally, we've updated some of our favorite site tools that have never worked well on mobile devices and optimized them for mobile use, including our image comparison tool, product comparison tool and sample galleries.
Under the hood, we're leaving much of our legacy infrastructure behind. In its place, we'll be moving to a modern, widely supported codebase that will make it easier to develop new features and that we can confidently invest in well into the future.
What's not changingOur editorial mandate is not changing. That means we're not going to change what we cover or how we cover it. We're committed to giving you the same camera reviews, tech explainers, opinion pieces, and photography stories DPReview is known for, written by the same people you've come to trust.
"Our editorial mandate is not changing."Our community forums will also remain unchanged. Many of you will recall that we had to move our forums to a new platform in 2025 to ensure their continued operation. Other than some minor cosmetic updates to align with the new site design, the core forum experience will stay the same.
When is this happening?We plan to roll out the new site within the next several weeks. As we get closer to launch we'll share interim updates, and maybe even some sneak peeks, so you can get a sense of what to expect.
The DPReview homepage in 2012. Although the site has received some facelifts over the years, the basic format is recognizable.In the spirit of keeping you informed, there's one near-term change worth flagging. Our Challenges system is built around a structured timeline with phases for announcements, submissions, and voting. Since we don't want to disrupt challenges that may be in progress at the moment we move to the new system, we will be temporarily freezing the ability to start new challenges beginning on April 25th; challenges already underway will complete normally. A new Challenges system is coming, and we'll share more details on timing as we get closer.
Back to the futureA lot has changed since 1998. Many of you have been part of our community for much – or even all – of that history, and have experienced that change alongside us. That kind of loyalty isn't something we take lightly, and it's a big reason why getting this right matters to us.
"We plan to roll out the new site within the next several weeks."We also want to be realistic. This is a massive project. Not only are we building new things, we're also migrating over 25 years of history and tens of thousands of articles to a completely new system. There will be a few things that won't be ready right out of the gate, and we'll make sure to address those as quickly as possible after launch. Additionally, despite plenty of testing, there will almost certainly be some unexpected bugs when the new site goes live, and we hope you'll be patient with us as we squash them with our tripod legs.
But it's going to be worth it: a more attractive, easier to navigate, more photo-focused website, representing a huge commitment to the site's future. We're excited to launch this new chapter in DPReview's history, and we think you're going to like what's coming.
FAQs Is the current site broken? If not, why change?Not broken, but overdue. The site has been running on the same aging codebase for over 25 years, and maintaining it has become increasingly costly and limiting. Moving DPReview onto a modern shared platform with our sister site Gear Patrol means we can invest in new features and improvements far more efficiently than we could on legacy infrastructure while keeping DPReview's editorial identity fully intact. The old system was a ceiling. This removes it.
Will this affect DPReview's editorial content?Our editorial mandate isn't changing. We'll continue to bring you the same authoritative, unbiased coverage of cameras and photography you've come to depend on, written by the same people.
When can I see what the new site looks like?We hope to share some sneak peeks in the weeks leading up to launch. You'll be able to see the full site on launch day.
Will the new site be faster?Yes, the new site will be faster and more reliable for most things. That said, some functions are limited by factors outside our control. Downloading a large sample image, for example, still depends on your connection speed. We can make the site faster, but we can't speed up the entire internet :)
Will the review archive and the camera and lens databases be available at launch?Yes. We are migrating all our existing content, including articles, reviews and the camera and lens databases.
Will the site still be optimized for desktop users with large monitors?Absolutely. While mobile is an important part of the new design, we have no intention of short-changing desktop users. We love big, beautiful photos, and if you're on a large monitor, we want you to get the full benefit of that experience.
Will my saved bookmarks still work?Yes, existing bookmarks will continue to work.
Why do you need to freeze the Challenges system?The current Challenges system will not be carried over to the new site – we're building a new one that will launch after the site goes live. To avoid any challenges starting under the old system that can't be completed during the transition, we're freezing new challenge creation on April 25th. Any challenges already underway will complete normally before the switchover.
Will this affect the forums?The new website will not change how our forums work. There may be minor cosmetic updates to align with the new site design, but the forum experience will remain fundamentally the same.
Will the new site have ads?Yes. Advertising is one of the ways we fund DPReview's operations, and that won't change with the new site.
Will my account and post history be preserved?Yes. Your account, comments, forum posts, and history will all carry over to the new site.
Will there be further updates after launch?This is the beginning, not the end. We'll continue to make improvements after launch, and the new codebase will make it significantly easier to introduce new tools and features going forward.
How can I provide feedback?You can leave a comment below or reach us at support@dpreview.com. Once the new site is live, we'll have a dedicated area of our forums where you can ask questions, discuss the changes, and share feedback.
On April 23rd, the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) launched several satellites into low-Earth orbit including a 10-cm (3.9-inch) "origami" cube satellite with a reflectarray antenna that unfurls, origami-like, to 25 times its size when folded.
Category: Space Systems, Engineering
Tags: Rocket Lab, JAXA, Origami, CubeSat, Folding
Patio season is coming up in much of the world, but living in a smaller apartment shouldn’t stop you from enjoying a good steak at home. At the same time, most indoor cooking devices make you choose between convenience and real grilled flavor. Cozytime Lumo attempts to offer both by combining infrared cooking with AI automation that always picks the ideal settings for different foods.
Category: Around The Home, Consumer Tech, Technology
Tags: Kitchen, Cooking, Food, Kickstarter, xxKickbooster, Infrared, Grilling
The appearance of blocky black solar panels hasn't changed much at all in the last several years, and in the case of many buildings and roofs, they can really cramp your style.
Category: Engineering
Tags: Materials, Solar Cell, Fraunhofer
Shipping containers can be turned into everything from tiny houses to art galleries, but they all share one issue: poor thermal performance. The Petti Restaurant mitigates this by covering the containers in mud, creating a striking building that stays a little cooler in India's intense heat.
Category: Architecture, Engineering
Tags: Building and Construction, shipping containers, India, Restaurant
Our closest extinct relatives may have developed a very different growth trajectory from us. While modern humans follow a steady growth pattern, Neanderthals may have reached their physical and brain maturity much earlier in their lives, reports a newly published study.
Category: Archaeology, Science
Tags: Neanderthal, Human
Harman is a name that, for many, is synonymous with black and white film. After all, it's the company behind the staple monochrome brands Ilford and Kentmere. However, in 2023, parent company Harman Technology launched Harman Photo, a color film label, with Phoenix 200 as its first completely in-house color film.
Now, the brand has released a short documentary that walks through the process of developing a new color film and its goals moving forward. It's a really fascinating look into the R&D process for film companies, and offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse into their equipment and lab spaces. It also is neat to see (and hear from) some of the individuals behind this work.
To start, the team walks through the difficulty of color film in particular. "For a black and white film, there's a lot fewer layers, and it's very heavily silver-driven. When we are talking about color film, there's a lot more chemicals involved because we have to get the various layers of color that we need," says Giles Branthwaite, Sales & Marketing Director of Harman Technology.
Harman Photo developed these from scratch, too. "Our emulsions for color film are nothing like what we've done before. Everything that we do, every layer that we put on, every new model of film that we do is new from the ground up. There are no recipes for what we are creating. It's all coming out of the minds of R&D as we speak," says Greg Summers, Managing Director of Harman Technology.
"It's still not where we ultimately want to be."It was also exciting to hear about the company's long-term goals, of which there are plenty. There have been two iterations of its Phoenix film, but they won't be stopping there. "It's still not where we ultimately want to be," says Branthwaite, a sentiment echoed by others featured in the video. They also specify that some tweaks weren't quite ready for Phoenix II, but will be ready soon, citing halation, sharpness, granularity and speed as some of the areas that will see improvements.
"There's some very experimental stuff coming soon. It's going to shock people."Beyond the existing lineup, the video also teased that more films are on the way, and ones that we won't expect. "There's some very experimental stuff coming soon. It's going to shock people," says Josie Cowap, Lab Technician. Long term, they want to offer a "full range of products, full range of speeds, potentially different segments of the market," says Branthwaite. "As a brand, we want to be different. A little bit alternative, a little bit out there."
Image: Harman PhotoGreater availability could also be on the horizon. "We're anticipating our volumes will grow," says Branthwaite. The team walks through some of the investments made in the production facility, specifically the finishing line, where they spool all the film and package it. "These machines cannot be bought. We've had to design them, get them manufactured, put them together, so they really are bespoke," says Branthwaite.
So much investment in the facility is a good thing for us film fans. "This actually gives somebody hope that analog film will be around for the next 10, 20, 30 years going forward," says someone who works in the factory but wasn't named in the video. Indeed, as a film photographer, the whole story gives me hope for the film industry in the years to come.
A new injection developed by researchers and an Australian biotechnology company may have a life-changing impact on an estimated nine out of 10 dogs that suffer from serious respiratory issues directly tied to their breed. It has the potential to allow these flat-faced breeds to live happier and longer lives, in a far less invasive way than existing methods.
Category: Pets, Consumer Tech, Technology
Tags: RMIT University, Biotechnology, Dogs, Respiratory health, Lifespan, Health
The beginner motorcycle segment is a very interesting space – you’ve got new buyers who hardly come with any brand prejudice. They’re open to trying bikes from a number of manufacturers; they’re of course coming with a budget constraint, and most of all, they’re looking at something easy and unassuming to get them started on their motorcycling journey.
Category: Motorcycles, Transport
Tags: qjmotor, Supermoto, Enduro, Dirt Bikes, Off-road
For anyone who’s into SUVs, they know just how capable a car the Nissan Xterra was in its prime. A proper body-on-frame chassis, four-wheel drive, and a solid overall build quality to take on anything you’d throw at it … a proper SUV indeed.
Category: Automotive, Transport
New Zealand camping badge Zempire has launched one of the slimmest, most portable camp stoves on the US market. The new Stealth-Jet stove series packs down flat and slim for easy transport, even in the most tightly packed micro-campers, firing out up to 10,000 BTUs of cooking power per burner to ensure that weary, hungry road-trippers can sit down to a hot meal in minutes. The Stealth-Jet isn't quite the all-out sveltest car camping stove on the market, but it out-slims the vast majority.
Category: Outdoor Cooking, Gear, Outdoors
In my irascible opinion, there are never enough pockets in pants or backpacks for all the gadgets I need to tote around. With the arc-lighter-equipped Luxo multi-function flashlight however, that’s one less pocket taken up.
Tags: Flashlights, firestarter, Kickstarter, xxKickbooster
Scientists at Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), in South Korea, have built a silicone neckband that reads the tiny movements of your neck as you mouth words – and turns them into speech in your own voice, transmitted to whoever is listening.
Category: Wearables, Consumer Tech, Technology
Tags: Postech, Collar, Speech, Artificial Intelligence, Voice
Fujifilm GFX100S w/ Fujinon GF63mm f/2.8 R WR | F10.0 | 1/20 sec | ISO 500
Photo: Scott Pilla
Scott Pilla (known as spilla in the forums) has a love of the night. His photography journey began with a peaceful walk around his university. Over the preceding years, he came to appreciate how that time of day can make a difference in one's photography.
"I started photography in undergrad at Cornell University, where I was interested in film photography. I spent years photographing landscapes and nature with a variety of gear. However, I didn't really find my own style until I got older and became a dad. I had no time during the day or to travel, and this is when night photography and I found each other."
"It was an escape, a time when I could be calm and unhurried. Gradually, it became the basis of most of my work. I also enjoy the technical challenge of capturing very high dynamic range night scenes, and editing them so they feel natural and tactile."
This story is part of our What's in your bag? community spotlight series. The series showcases the diverse gear and photography of our community, and shares their stories of how that gear helped them to capture the perfect shot.
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Laundromat in EdgemereFujifilm GFX100S w/ Fujinon GF45mm f/2.8 R WR | F7.1 | 1/15 sec | ISO 500
Photo: Scott Pilla
Home base: Baltimore, USA
Favorite camera and lens: Scott Pilla’s go-to setup includes the Fujifilm GFX100S camera, praised for its incredible detail and dynamic range, especially in low light. He pairs it with the Fujifilm GF45/2.8 lens, which delivers sharp, natural rendering and resists flare, making it ideal for his night photography and atmospheric shots.
Photo: Scott Pilla
If you had to pick one favorite item from your gear, what is it and why?"I love my Fuji GF45/2.8 lens. It renders beautifully and cleanly and is good at resisting flares, making it the perfect night lens."
"I also always carry a tripod (FLM CP30-L4, RRS BH-55 head), but often shoot hand-held. Since I'm often out in the weather, a few microfiber cloths are a must to keep the lens dry. That, and a good pair of gloves. I use the Think Tank Mindshift Photocross backpack. It's comfortable, and I like the side access; it's helpful when you need to get the gear quickly."
The Nautilus diner in Timonium, MD, USAFujifilm GFX100S w/ Fujinon GF45mm f/2.8 R WR | F3.2 | 1/6 sec | ISO 500
Photo: Scott Pilla
"I mostly photograph the area in and around Baltimore, MD. I maintain a list of potential subjects and hit them up when the conditions are right. I also have a series of photographs from central Pennsylvania, near where my wife grew up. We often travel there to visit my wife's parents, and I am exploring that area as well. For example, I have a series from Fantasy Island, the abandoned strip club in Duncannon, PA."
"I find inspiration in mundane things, slices of life that are transformed into something unexpected. I am often out shooting in the weather – fog, snow, rain. My family knows that if it's a foggy night, I'll be home late for breakfast (but I'll bring donuts from Fenwick Bakery). I'm always looking for interesting interactions between natural atmosphere and artificial light."
National AutoFujifilm GFX100S w/ Fujinon GF45mm f/2.8 R WR | F8.0 | 1/10 sec | ISO 500
Photo: Scott Pilla
"I took a photograph of National Auto at the start of a snowstorm. The structure's color caught my eye, and then I was drawn in by the details – the empty chairs in the window, the neon sign partway through construction, the cone and chain buried in the snow. This was a business transitioning from one thing to another, getting covered up by the natural world. I went for a straight-on composition, simplifying the scene. I took the shot handheld at 1/10s to capture the falling snow through the street lights like little pen flourishes, adding texture."
For eager photographers to capture it all, what would you suggest?"In editing, I intentionally chose not to perfectly correct the perspective, leaving the building just a little wonky, which, to me, was part of its charm. I do my main editing in Lightroom, then apply film simulations using Dehancer to emulate some of the color and feel of film photography."
World Ends TodayFujifilm GFX100S w/ Fujinon GF45mm f/2.8 R WR | F5.0 | 1/13 sec | ISO 500
Photo: Scott Pilla
Scott really enjoyed writing the content for this spotlight article and would be grateful for you to join him in discussion in the forums. You can also find Scott's work on his photography website. Thanks, Scott, for being featured!
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Viltrox has announced a new version of its AF 35mm F1.2 Lab lens for Sony E-mount. The AF 35mm F1.2 LAB N FE remains the same as the first-generation model, with the exception of one omission: the display.
The first iteration of the 35mm Lab lens, featured a somewhat chunky rectangular display on the top of the lens. Viltrox has used this type of display on a handful of lenses, which stick out slightly and break up the smooth lines of the lens. Ditching the display results in a cleaner, more streamlined design.
Image: viltroxNikon made a similar move with two of its lenses. The Nikon 24-70mm F2.8 and 70-200mm F2.8 both featured a display on the first generation, but Nikon ditched it in the second-gen versions. Nikon also made those models substantially lighter, but that isn't the case with the VIltrox lens. Viltrox shaved off roughly 10 grams (0.3 oz) by removing the screen, but that's it.
Beyond lacking a display, the lens remains exactly the same as the first version. It offers an aperture ring that can be clicked and de-clicked, AF/MF switch, and two customizable buttons. Optically, it is the same lens as the one we tested out earlier this year. If you want to get an idea of how it performs, or just want to see some cool pictures form Japan, check out this article.
The screenless AF 35mm F1.2 LAB N FE will be available alongside the original, so you can choose if you want the screen or not. It keeps the same $999 price as well, and it is available for purchase now.
Buy now: Buy at AmazonPress release:
Viltrox Introduces AF 35mm F1.2 LAB N FE: Flagship Performance with a Refined Control ExperienceFlagship, Redefined: Full-Frame, Ultra-Large Aperture Lens with Optical and Autofocus Excellence and Enhanced Handling for Sony Cameras
Shenzhen, China — April 23, 2026 — Viltrox today announces the launch of its AF 35mm F1.2 LAB N FE, a full-frame ultra-large-aperture autofocus prime lens for Sony FE mount cameras. Designed to coexist alongside the original AF 35mm F1.2 LAB, the new version builds on its proven performance while introducing a more streamlined appearance without a display. It’s paired with a traditional aperture ring featuring marked stops that provide precise, tactile control preferred by many photographers.
Flagship Lenses & Sophisticated Optical Structure
The flagship 15-element, 10-group optical structure (including 3 HR, 5 ED, and 2 UA elements) delivers exceptional edge-to-edge sharpness, preserving fine detail even under heavy cropping, while effectively controlling chromatic aberration in high-contrast or backlit scenes.
Significantly Faster Autofocus with Quad HyperVCM
Powered by Viltrox’s Quad HyperVCM motor system, the lens delivers significantly faster autofocus performance compared to traditional STM systems. With micron-level precision, fast focus transitions, and support for face and eye detection, it ensures reliable subject tracking, which combined with its quiet operation and smooth focus transitions make it well suited for video production.
F1.2 Ultra-Large Aperture
The F1.2 aperture affords increased light intake for cleaner low-light imaging and a shallow depth of field, while the 11-blade diaphragm delivers a smooth, rounded bokeh with a natural and pleasing rendering.
Professional Handling and Workflow Efficiency
Designed for intuitive control, the aperture ring supports click and de-click switching for both photo and video use, while the AF/MF switch enables quick mode changes. Two customizable buttons provide direct access to frequently used functions, improving responsiveness during shooting.
Engineered for Durability in Demanding Environments
The lens incorporates a sealed structure to resist dust and moisture, ensuring reliable performance in challenging outdoor conditions. A water- and smudge-resistant front coating enhances usability, while the full-metal housing and precision-plated brass mount provide long-term structural strength.
Close-Up Precision and Consistent Focal Sharpness
A minimum focusing distance of 0.34m enables detailed close-up shooting, while the dual floating focus design maintains consistent sharpness and resolution across the focusing range, from close-up to infinity.
Availability
The AF 35mm F1.2 LAB N FE will be available alongside the original AF 35mm F1.2 LAB, offering photographers and filmmakers the flexibility to choose the control style that best suits their workflow.
More details and how to buy
For more information, please visit: https://viltrox.com/products/af-35mm-f1-2-fe
Amazon Store:
The US site: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GWJ4RP2B
The European site: https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0GWJ4RP2B
MSRP: 999USD / 999EUR / 869GBP
