Camera Gear

Walk across any college campus, and you’ll spot them: the kid with a 35mm around their neck between classes, the one narrating their entire day to a phone propped on a tiny tripod, the film major who somehow always has an opinion about aspect ratios. For many students, their camera of choice isn’t just gear…it’s a whole personality.

Today’s creators need a camera that can handle just about everything. One minute you’re filming cinematic 4K video, the next you’re capturing high-resolution stills for a client, social media campaign, or personal project. Versatility isn’t just a nice bonus—it’s essential.

For the first time in over two decades, a major camera manufacturer has released a brand-new, built-from-scratch 35mm film camera. The Pentax 17 is that camera, and it’s not a novelty. It’s a serious photographic tool designed for shooters who want the tactile experience of film without sacrificing reliability or image quality.

Some cameras are built to take photographs. Others become part of photographic history.

If you’ve ever watched a professional sporting event and wondered what’s inside those camera bags lining the sidelines, the answer is surprisingly simple: a handful of carefully chosen tools built for speed, reliability, and adaptability.

Sports fans and action photographers are converging on Atlanta this summer, and for good reason. The city is hosting some of the biggest matches on the global stage, bringing an electric atmosphere to every corner of town.

The Fujifilm X100VI is the latest iteration of Fuji’s wildly successful X100 series — a beautifully designed, highly specified compact camera that has been one of the most talked-about releases in recent memory. If you’re passionate about street and travel photography, this might just be your new everyday carry. In this review, we’re diving deep into the camera’s handling, image quality, and key specs to show you exactly what to expect out in the field.

Have you ever tapped your smartphone screen to capture a winning goal, only to end up with a blurry photo of empty grass? That frustrating delay is called shutter lag—the agonizing split-second between pressing the button and the camera actually taking the picture.

Travel photographer Marcus Lloyd has spent years documenting places through a lens shaped by curiosity, light, and presence. What began as a search for postcard-worthy images evolved into a deeper appreciation for the quieter moments that make a destination feel alive — the people, textures, colors, and fleeting scenes often overlooked.

There’s a special kind of satisfaction that comes from discovering a camera that quietly outperforms expectations. Not the flagship that everyone on YouTube won’t stop talking about. Not the latest release with a waitlist and a four-figure price tag. We’re talking about the hidden gems; the underrated cameras that deliver incredible images, thoughtful design, and serious value without all the hype.

Explore 6 Vintage Film Cameras Under $1,000 on KEH.com, curated to help you start or expand your analog photography journey.

You’ve probably admired the warm, nostalgic glow of vintage vacation photos. That magic isn’t a digital preset; it’s the result of physical film catching actual light. Thanks to the massive analog revival, new photographers are discovering that true charm comes from film emulsion, a light-sensitive canvas that records memories in a way smartphones simply cannot. Many start with used film cameras to learn affordably and explore the tactile controls that make analog shooting so rewarding.