Episode 521: Nikon Award Controversy, Laowa Macro and HoverAir

In this episode

In today's episode some of the most interesting stories for this past week along with two new drones from HoverAir. Intro Welcome back to the Liam Photography Podcast. I’m your host, Liam Douglas. This week I’ve got six stories from around the photography and imaging world, and we have a pretty interesting mix.

Key questions

Key takeaways

Nocs introduced the Portal AFN7 camera without a traditional rear screen, encouraging photographers to focus more on composition and less on 'chimping'.
Laowa's new ACRIS 35mm f/2.8 1X AF Macro APO lens is the first 35mm autofocus macro lens capable of one-to-one reproduction.
HoverAir has released the AQUA, a waterproof drone, and the VERSA, a device that doubles as a handheld gimbal and a flying camera.

What is unique about the Nocs Portal AFN7 camera?

The Nocs Portal AFN7 camera omits the conventional rear LCD screen, focusing instead on an electronic viewfinder and encouraging the photographer to capture images without immediately reviewing them on screen.

What makes the Laowa ACRIS 35mm f/2.8 macro lens special?

The Laowa ACRIS 35mm f/2.8 macro lens is notable for being the first full-frame 35mm autofocus lens capable of true one-to-one macro reproduction.

What are the two new drone models introduced by HoverAir?

HoverAir's new models include the AQUA, a waterproof drone, and the VERSA, which functions as both a handheld gimbal camera and a drone.

What controversy involving Nikon is discussed in this episode?

The episode touches on a controversy surrounding the use of artificial intelligence in one of Nikon's high-profile imaging competitions.