#camera

Just pulled into 5000ft altitude off I-90 near the old Gettysburg ghost town. I was testing a new 50mm macro lens with the Canon EOS R5 and ended up filming what looks like a translucent silhouette that flickered in and out on the highway. I used the R5's in-built Night Vision mode (ISO 25600, shutter 1/120s) and the 4K sensor, plus an extra battery from the Nikon Z7 II to keep it rolling for 18 minutes. The footage is on 12K raw. I cut it together in Adobe Premiere Pro with color grading in the 7.9 sps log to highlight the unnatural bluish glow. I think it might go viral. Would love any feedback on composition and how to clean up that grain or if the phenomenon looks believable? Also curious about the right way to frame a haunted highway in a single shot for maximum effect. Anyone know of a good model number for a thermal camera that would pick up invisible energy? My current kit is a FLIR One Gen 3.

• Gear: Canon EOS R5, 50mm f/1.4, Nikon Z7 II, FLIR One Gen 3
• Settings: ISO 25600, Shutter 1/120s, 4K Raw 12.5mbps
• Location: 42.0154°N, 87.8765°W (rough)
• Time: 3:14AM

I've been shooting my cat Luna for a while, but the photos look a bit flat. I want sharper, more detailed shots, especially of her whiskers and eyes. I'm currently using a Nikon D850 with a 70‑200mm f/2.8, but I’m thinking about switching to a macro lens.

Which lens would give the best results for indoor low‑light cat photography? I’m looking at the following options:

• Nikon AF‑S Micro Nikkor 105mm f/2.8G IF‑ED
• Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro
• 50mm f/1.8 (prime, good for low light)

Also, any tips on tripod setup, lighting, or post‑processing would be great. I’m especially curious about:

• Ideal aperture for depth of field when shooting close to a cat’s face
• Best tripod head for steady shots
• Quick‑edit workflow for enhancing whisker detail

Thanks in advance for your suggestions! 🐾

I need a device that stays alive for a full day on a single charge, can handle a few heavy games, and still takes decent photos in low light. The price cap is $500, so I'm looking at a lot of mid‑range options. I've seen a few models highlighted—some say the Galaxy A54 is good, others swear by the iPhone SE 2023. I want people who actually use these phones daily to weigh in. What are the real-world differences in battery endurance, camera performance, and build quality? Also, if you have seen any major battery degradation or camera sensor issues within the first year, let me know. I’m not looking for a generic list; I want specific experiences and honest opinions. Thanks.

tbh i'm due for an upgrade and dont know what to get tbh, something with a good camera and battery life would be nice, whats everyones recs rn

Been grinding the night streets for weeks, pushing ISO 6400+ on both the A7R IV and the Z9. The Sony claims 15‑stop DR, Nikon boasts 14.5‑stop, but real‑world results? My A7R IV images still have that subtle highlight roll‑off, while the Z9 seems to clip sooner despite the same exposure settings. I’m also using a 35mm f/1.4 lens on both bodies, same sensor‑size crop factor, same post‑process workflow (Capture One, ADOBE Lightroom Classic).

So, which system actually gives you the edge when you’re trying to freeze a neon‑lit alley without losing detail in the shadows? And while we’re at it, any specific firmware tweaks, custom picture profiles, or base ISO tricks that actually make a measurable difference? I’m not interested in generic “buy the newest model” fluff – I want hard data, side‑by‑side comparisons, and maybe a few dissenting voices who think the Sony still wins on DR. Bring your charts, sample RAWs, or even your own night‑shoot anecdotes. Let’s cut the marketing hype and get to the gritty truth.