Most consumer point and shoot digital cameras say something like, "5x optical zoom," or "9x optical zoom" on the box. But, when you move up to micro-4/3s and SLRs, you lose that. It makes sense - the ...

If you're new to optics, you might find that choosing among machine-vision lenses is a daunting task. But if you understand 10 key specifications, you can easily select the appropriate lens to ...

The 2x new 90mm macro lens from Lawoa, paired with Micro Four Thirds cameras, creates an “incredible” 4x magnification ...

A periscope camera lens is a lens assembly that uses prisms, mirrors, or a combination of them to redirect light before it reaches the camera sensor. In doing so, it magnifies the image more so than ...

If you've ever tried macro photography, you know how quickly the limits of gear can show. A proper macro lens doesn't just make things look close, it opens up an entirely new world. And the new ...

Previously released for full-frame mirrorless systems, this specialized lens with its industry‑leading 2x magnification and ...

Sony's first 2012 camera to have a transculent mirror is the Alpha A57, successor to the two-year-old A55 and available in stores in April. Shooting at 12 frames per second, it's a speedy model with ...