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Hollyland Microphones: Which Should You Buy?

Compare in-stock Hollyland microphones from $99 to $449, with buying advice on handheld recording and small wireless clip-on systems. Small clip-on microphones…

Unique Photo · Nov 13, 2026 · 6 min read

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Canon Microphone DM-E10D: Specs, Price and Preorder

Canon Microphone DM-E10D is available to preorder for $209.99. It sends digital mono audio and draws power through the Multi-function Shoe. A $209.99…

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Canon Microphone DM-E10D

$209.99

Sony ECM-W5 Wireless Microphone: Specs and Preorder Prices

Sony ECM-W5 Wireless Microphone brings 32-bit float audio to compatible cameras. The $398 kit and $188 receiver are available to preorder. A two-microphone kit…

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Sony ECM-W5 Wireless Microphone Kit

$398.00

Sony ECM-W5R Wireless Audio Receiver

$188.00

Viltrox AF 50mm f/2 Full Frame Lens Launch: Specs and Price

The Viltrox AF 50mm f/2 Full Frame Lens costs $199 for L-Mount, alongside the $176 20mm f/2.8 and $168 40mm f/2.5. All are available to order. Three full-frame…

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Viltrox AF 50mm f/2 Full Frame Lens for L-Mount

$199.00

Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 Full Frame Lens for L-Mount

$176.00

Viltrox AF 40mm f/2.5 Full Frame Lens for L-Mount

$168.00

Nikon NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S Lens Announced

Nikon NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S Lens is available to preorder for $13,996.95, with a built-in 1.4x teleconverter extending reach to 420mm. An f/2.8 zoom…

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Nikon NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S Lens (Z Mount)

$13,996.95

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    Nikon NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S Lens Buying Guide

    Nov 11, 2026 · 7 min read

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    Canon EOS R8 Mark II Buying Guide: Kits and Alternatives

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    OM SYSTEM Tough TG-7 Digital Camera (Red): Specs and Strengths

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    Nov 9, 2026 · 6 min read

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    Which Think Tank Camera Bags Should You Buy?

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    Panasonic Lumix S 20mm f/2.5 Lens vs Lumix G 20mm vs Sony E 20mm

    Nov 7, 2026 · 6 min read

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    Sennheiser Microphones: Which Should You Buy?

    Nov 7, 2026 · 7 min read

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    Canon Microphone DM-E10D: Specs, Price and Preorder

    Nov 6, 2026 · 5 min read

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    DJI Action Cameras: Which Osmo Combo Should You Buy?

    Nov 5, 2026 · 6 min read

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    Sony ECM-W5 Wireless Microphone: Specs and Preorder Prices

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    Hensel Expert D 1000 Monolight: Specs and Who It's For

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Peak Design Camera Bags: Which Should You Buy?

Compare in-stock Peak Design camera bags by capacity, gear access and price, with advice for commuting and carrying a mixed travel load. 30L with dividers for…

Nov 3, 2026 · 7 min read

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