Best Point and Shoot Film Cameras in 2026: New and Used
Updated November 2026. The best point-and-shoot film camera for most people is a used Olympus mju-II (sold in the US as the Stylus Epic): a sharp 35mm f/2.8 lens, quick autofocus, a splash-proof shell and a body that fits in a jeans pocket. If you’d rather buy new with a warranty, the Pentax 17 is […]
Best Long Range Drones in 2026: How Far Drones Really Fly
Updated November 2026. The quick answer: today’s camera drones are rated for 10 to 20 km (6 to 12 miles) of live video transmission in the US, but US rules require you to keep your drone within visual line of sight, so in practice most flights stay within about a mile. Of the drones you […]
ARRI ALEXA 35 Review (2026): Specs, Sensor, Licenses and LogC4
By Matteo Martignago, founder of Artistic Hive. The ARRI ALEXA 35 is a 4.6K Super 35 cinema camera. Its buying and rental decision depends on the installed licenses, recording mode, media and post-production workflow, as well as the body price. ARRI now lists the original model as legacy and identifies ALEXA 35 Xtreme as its […]
Mamiya 645 Pro Review: Controls, Pro TL and Buying Checks
By Matteo Martignago, founder of Artistic Hive. The Mamiya 645 Pro is a manual-focus, modular 6 × 4.5 film SLR. The body, film holder, finder, lens and winding accessory determine how a particular kit works and how much it weighs. This page focuses on the Pro; the Mamiya 645 family guide compares the broader range. […]
DJI Inspire 3: Cinema Workflow, Compatibility and Costs
By Matteo Martignago, founder of Artistic Hive. The DJI Inspire 3 is a crew-oriented aerial cinema system, not simply a longer-range consumer drone. Its value depends on whether a production needs the X9-8K Air camera, approved interchangeable lenses, coordinated pilot/camera operation and a post-production workflow that can handle the selected recording format. The system, correctly […]
Best Cameras for Podcasting in 2026
By Matteo Martignago, cinematographer and colorist. Updated November 2026. Disclosure: This guide contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, Artistic Hive earns from qualifying purchases, at no additional cost to you. The best podcasting camera for most creators in 2026 is the Sony ZV-E10 II, an APS-C mirrorless camera with class-leading autofocus, 4K60 video, and […]
The Best Webcams for Podcasting in 2026: A Cinematographer’s Honest Picks
By Matteo Martignago, cinematographer and colorist. Updated November 2026. Some links below are affiliate links: buying through them costs you nothing extra and never changes which webcams make the list. The best webcam for podcasting for most people is the Logitech MX Brio: a real 4K sensor upgrade over the old Brio, plug-and-play over USB-C, […]
SanDisk Ultra vs Extreme vs Extreme PRO: Which Card Should You Use?
The short version: the SanDisk Ultra is a budget card for photos and Full HD (1080p) video, the SanDisk Extreme is the best-value card for 4K, and the SanDisk Extreme PRO adds the fastest UHS-I write speeds and capacities up to 2TB. The difference that matters most: the Ultra is rated V10, which only guarantees […]
Mamiya RZ67 Review: Models, Backs and Used-Camera Checks
By Matteo Martignago, founder of Artistic Hive. The Mamiya RZ67 is a modular medium-format film system built around bellows focusing and a revolving back. It is worth considering when the large negative and deliberate setup suit the work. Condition, compatibility and a film test matter more than the model’s reputation. Identify the exact body Model […]
MPB Review: Our Experience Buying and Selling Used Camera Gear
Purchasing used camera equipment can be a great way to save money while still getting high-quality gear. However, finding a reliable source for used equipment is crucial. In this article, we’ll provide an in-depth review of our experiences buying used gear from mpb.com. The main question many photographers have is – can you trust buying […]