May 31, 2026

This week offered a useful reminder that great photography is about more than any single piece of gear.

Panasonic's new Lumix L10 showed how much capability can fit into a compact camera, while 7Artisans continued its push into more ambitious territory with a new 135mm F1.8 autofocus portrait lens. Meanwhile, Leica argued that smartphone cameras still have meaningful room for improvement, despite the remarkable progress they've already made.

Of course, gear is only part of the equation. One of our favorite stories this week takes a look inside fashion photographer Katie Borrazzo's surprisingly versatile kit, highlighting how the best tools are often the ones that fit the way you actually work.

Before we go, a quick heads-up: we're working on a refresh of this newsletter. Expect more first-hand perspectives from the DPReview team, exclusive content, and a curated selection of great photography stories, images, and discussions from around the web. We'll have more to share soon.

- Ben

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH MPB

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In the fourth episode of ISO: Camera Upgrades on a Budget, in partnership with MPB, photographer and creator Alli Forsythe resists upgrading her kit in favor of challenging her tried and true workflow.