Articles by Chris Niccolls at PetaPixel

Sigma 17mm f/4 DG DN Lens Review: Good Things Come in Small Packages

Chris Niccolls — Tue, 16 May 2023 13:59:51 +0000

There just aren't a lot of ultra-wide full-frame prime lenses to choose from. There are plenty of zoom lenses to choose from, however, compact dedicated ultra-wides are in short supply. Cue Sigma to save the day with its brand new Contemporary series 17mm lens. But is this the hero we were looking for?

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Nikon Z8 Hands-On: This Apple Didn’t Fall Far From the Z9 Tree

Chris Niccolls — Wed, 10 May 2023 12:00:28 +0000

As a parent, you hope that your children will emulate your best traits, but also blaze new trails and achieve greatness beyond their own. You hope that lessons will be learned from your own mistakes and that your weaknesses will not be theirs. Is the Nikon Z9 a proud parent?

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Laowa Argus 28mm f/1.2: Trash or Treasure? A Little Bit of Both

Chris Niccolls — Sat, 06 May 2023 14:00:34 +0000

When I reviewed the Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 I was struck by how bad it was, but also how good it could be. Normally, I rate a lens based on how well it handles flare, how sharp it is, and how well it controls chromatic aberrations. Going by the above criteria, the Argus should have failed spectacularly.

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Leica M11 Monochrom Review: Worth it? The Answer Isn’t Black and White

Chris Niccolls — Mon, 01 May 2023 14:00:09 +0000

Check out our first YouTube video with Chris and Jordan, and the full written review!

Every time I review a Leica digital rangefinder, the major argument against buying one becomes a matter of price versus practicality. How can I recommend a camera that is neither affordable nor versatile?

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