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The New Canon RF 20mm f/1.4 L VCM

Canon just dropped its first-ever 20mm f/1.4 prime lens, the RF 20mm f/1.4 L VCM, and it’s built for both photographers and videographers. It’s part of their Hybrid Prime lineup, meaning it’s designed to work seamlessly with gimbals and rigs without the usual hassle of rebalancing.

What makes it special? It’s got a BR (Blue Spectrum Refractive) element to keep images sharp and reduce color fringing—a big win for astrophotographers. Autofocus is powered by Canon’s Voice Coil Motor (VCM) for faster, smoother focusing, and there’s even a de-clicked aperture ring for video shooters who like to tweak settings on the fly.

Canon kept the size and weight consistent with their other Hybrid Prime lenses, so swapping between them is easy. It starts shipping in April for $1,699, and unlike Canon’s cheaper RF lenses, this one actually comes with a lens hood and pouch.

You can see full details on Canon’s Website here

A ‘Maybe’ Grip For The Sigma BF

Photographer Hugh Brownstone and designer Ed Palisoc are back with another custom camera grip, this time for Sigma’s new BF camera—a sleek, all-metal design that’s as unique as it is niche.

They’ve already designed the Helium BF (He BF), which keeps the same premium build and features as their other grips—machined aluminum, Peak Design Capture Clip compatibility, an Arca-Swiss mount, and even a slot for an Apple AirTag. But there’s a catch: they don’t know if there’s enough demand to justify making it.

Because the Sigma BF is such a niche product, they’re hesitant to manufacture grips without knowing if enough people want them. So, if you’re interested, they’re asking you to let them know—comment on their YouTube video or reach out directly. If enough photographers are in, they’ll make it happen.

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Photo Analysis

Welcome to a new addition to the magazine: the photo analysis, where I will analyse a photo and talk about the composition, lighting what’s positive, what’s negative etc. so that you can learn and better your own photography from it ;)

This week’s photo by: Nick Acquaviva

You can find him on Instagram as: @knacqua

Let’s Analyse this Image:

Composition

What works well:

• The train tracks cut diagonally through the frame, which is a great way to guide the viewer’s eye straight into the shot.

• The train itself is placed just off-center, which makes it the clear focal point but still lets the background breathe. That balance makes the shot feel very natural.

• The silhouetted city skyline in the background is a great touch. It adds depth and a sense of scale. Also the buildings are just visible enough to establish location —> Chicago.

What could be better:

• The train, one could say, feels slightly cropped at the front (well the tracks). A little more space ahead of it might enhance the sense of movement.

Lighting

What works well:

• That golden sunlight reflecting off the train? Absolutely stunning. It makes the metal surfaces shine in a way that adds so much texture and depth. The train almost looks like it’s glowing, which makes it stand out beautifully.

• The contrast between warm highlights and deep shadows gives the shot a dramatice quality. It literally feels like a scene out of a movie.

• The way the light traces the train and tracks, outlining their shape, is just perfect. It’s subtle, but it makes all the difference in making the scene feel alive and dynamic. (this might be my favourite detail of this shot)

What could be better:

• The sky is much brighter than the foreground, which makes it a little unbalanced. A slight exposure tweak could help even things out while keeping the glow intact.

• The lower part of the image is a bit dark, almost too much so. While the shadows help with the dramatic feel, lightening it just a little could bring out more detail in the tracks and street below, adding even more depth.

Framing

What works well:

• The elevated train tracks naturally frame the train, leading your eye exactly where it needs to go.

• The sense of depth is fantastic. The way the train tracks fade into the distance, with layered silhouettes of buildings and streetlights, makes the shot feel very three-dimensional.

What could be better:

• The left side of the image feels a little empty compared to the right. The balance isn’t totally off, but a slight repositioning or crop might help bring more weight to that side.

• The train’s headlights could stand out a little more. If they were brighter or more defined, they’d add a stronger sense of movement and direction.

Storytelling

What works well:

• The image captures that classic city vibe—either early morning before the rush or late afternoon winding down.

• There’s a nice contrast between the industrial train and the sleek city skyline that feels symbolic. It’s like a visual representation of connection—trains linking different parts of the city.

What could be better:

• ‘‘Adding’’ a human element—maybe a silhouette in one of the train windows or a person standing somewhere or crossing the street down below—could give the image even more emotional depth. (not that obviously is not up to the photographer, you just have to get lucky)

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