Shawn C. Steiner is currently the Sr. Manager of Web Content for B&H. Before working at B&H, he studied both cinema and photography with a strong focus in photojournalism and documentary work.
Shawn C. Steiner
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What a week! The first Bild Expo just wrapped up here in New York City and it was a blast. There were presentations from more than 60 speakers, more than 130 exhibitors in the gear expo, numerous hands-on demos, and a long list of specials. Besides the show, B&H also took this time to celebrate its…
3 years ago
After a relatively quiet summer, this past week's busy release schedule is putting us back in action.
RØDE announced an even more impressive mic system for creators: the Wireless PRO. This brings 32-bit float recording and other "pro" features, like timecode, to the…
3 years ago
Another couple of weeks have passed and we have seen some new announcements of pro video and audio gear. Atomos has announced an update to its popular Ninja monitor lineup, including a major AtomOS 11 revision. DJI is finally adding a…
3 years ago
Whether you just picked up your first mirrorless camera or you've been partying with your Canon DSLR for years, there are always a few toys you haven't managed to add to your collection and a couple you haven't even thought of yet. Here are a few I would recommend to anyone who is looking to fill out their wish list for the coming holidays, for nearly any type of photographer.
Protective Cloths…
3 years ago
You finally made it to your destination, and as you kick up your feet and sip from an ice-cold drink, the last thing you want to worry about is storage. It is a little insane that you must rely on a semi-mysterious device to hold the photographs from your most recent excursion safe, especially as you plan to do a bit more shooting as you go about your travels. Hopefully, this…
3 years ago
Since there isn't much happening right now, we decided to take a few weeks off. DJI, however, didn't get the memo. With the release of the Air 3 Drone and Osmo Action 4, DJI is…
3 years ago
"Alright, your time in flight will be approximately twelve minutes." Berty and I swallowed that weighted sentence and nervously nodded in response. Smiles were on the outside, but deep inside we were wondering how in the world we were going to make the most of those fleeting seconds in that helicopter and capture exactly what we wanted from the sky!
Aerial photography can be exciting and…
3 years ago
Did you enjoy the fireworks? After a short break for the summer, we're ready to get back to work. There are quite a few announcements to cover this week. Sony is up first, releasing a new camera, lens, and microphone. These were big-deal releases, too, with a new flagship APS-C mirrorless …
3 years ago
One of the most surprising things about my formal photography and film education was the impact of a theory and analysis class. It seems that many institutions emphasize that they have the latest and greatest gear, or that they let students use high-end equipment and studios almost right away. Don’t get me wrong—the practical aspect is very important in our industry, but if you want to develop…
3 years ago
We have some interesting news to share with you in this week's roundup. Insta360 is releasing the GO 3 Action Cam and Hollyland is releasing a higher-end…
3 years ago
Except for the announcement of a few lenses this week, there isn't much news to share. Nikon continues to expand its Z-mount lineup with the addition of a pair of telephoto zooms: the NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR and…
3 years ago
Lights, stands, and a silver Leica round out a week filled with the latest hands-on reviews.
Week of June 11, 2023
In terms of news, this week was relatively uneventful, but that doesn't mean there weren't any announcements of significance. Lowel is back with a larger TOTA LED XL Flood Light…
3 years ago
Apple and lenses! Apple launched new Macs at WWDC, Sigma showed off a 14mm f/1.4 lens, and IRIX has a 150mm macro and 15mm on the way.
Week of June 4, 2023
Apple stole a fair bit of the news cycle this week with its annual WWDC conference. This year’s was a doozy. The brand not only released a new…
3 years ago
Nikon adds DX 24mm f/1.7, Aputure launches a pair of pro-grade cinema lights, and Godox creates a KNOWLED LED panel
Week of May 28, 2023
No headliners this week—although I guess the standard edition of the RED KOMODO-X will soon be available. That doesn't mean there isn't lots to…
3 years ago
Godox's high-end Knowled lights have been growing in popularity, and the LEDs continue to prove themselves as a serious option for content creators and indie filmmakers. The brand's latest, the P600Bi Hard, is a bright 1 x 1'-style bi-color LED panel that uses focused optics to create a hard,…
