Cameras

I covered gamescom 2025 with the Canon EOS R50 V

Popped both my gamescom & Canon cherries

Published

September 15, 2025

I’ve already talked about how GadgetMatch covered gamescom for the first time. This time, let me tell you about the other “first” that shaped the trip: walking the massive halls of Koelnmesse with the Canon EOS R50 V in hand.

You already know this was my first gamescom. What you don’t know is that I didn’t have my usual setup. Instead of my trusty Sony a6500 with a 35mm lens, I had the Canon EOS R50 V paired with the RF15-35mm f/2.8L IS USM.

Unfamiliar gear in unfamiliar territory. Spicy combo, right?

Zero prep, full send

Here’s the thing: I picked up the R50 V just hours before my flight. Zero time to get cozy with it. I went straight from unboxing to event mode, no warm-up lap in between.

And while the R50 V is compact, that RF15-35mm f/2.8L IS USM lens is anything but. Fitting it into my bag felt like stuffing sneakers into a clutch.

But the size had perks. With its wide-to-zoom range, it felt like carrying multiple prime lenses without the weight. I could capture a sprawling booth one second and zoom in for a portrait the next.

Cosplayers noticed it too—many struck a pose as soon as I pointed the lens their way. The camera practically invited interaction, which made shooting the Sights and Sounds reel a lot more fun.

@gadgetmatch Sights & Sounds at #gamescom2025 ♬ original sound – GadgetMatch

The vlogger button that got benched

One of the R50 V’s cool tricks is the front-facing record button. Perfect for vloggers. But paired with that massive lens? Not so much. Holding the setup out for a selfie felt less “on-the-go creator” and more “arm day workout.”

Still, I gave it a shot. If you watch my ROG Xbox Ally X first look video, you’ll spot a few clips where I used it. But for the most part, I stuck to capturing everything else happening around me.

Missing my dials, finding my groove

What I missed most were the physical dials. My Sony setup lets me adjust settings with a quick flick. With the R50 V, a lot of those changes live on the touchscreen. It’s workable, but I’m not the biggest fan of poking a screen mid-shoot.

That said, Canon nailed the ergonomics. Stubby fingers, chunky hands, smaller body—still comfortable. The grip never felt flimsy or cramped. For its size, it’s solid.

After a few days, I found my rhythm. The Samsung PlayGalaxy reel is probably the best showcase of what I was able to do once I got past the learning curve.

@gadgetmatchAll fun and games at the Samsung Play Galaxy at Gamescom 2025!♬ original sound – GadgetMatch

A surprise player for stills

The R50 V is clearly made with video creators in mind, but the stills surprised me too. Even in the chaos of gamescom, I managed to snap a handful of shots worth sharing.

Sharp, clean, detailed. That L-series glass obviously helps, but the camera itself is no slouch.

Coverage tested, coverage ready

So how did the Canon EOS R50 V hold up at my first gamescom? Honestly, pretty well. I had maybe ten minutes to fiddle with it before diving into one of the busiest events of the year, and I still came home with reels, clips, and photos I’m proud of.

That, to me, says a lot.

Would I trade my usual setup for it? Not completely. I still crave the physical dials and the vlogger button works best with a smaller lens. But the R50 V proved it can keep up with the demands of real event coverage.

Is the Canon EOS R50 V your GadgetMatch?

The Canon EOS R50 V is a Swipe Right—but not without caveats.

First, ask yourself: do you really need something with an interchangeable lens? If yes, then this is an investment worth making in your content creation journey.

But think carefully about the kind and size of lens you’ll need. Wide lenses are great for vlogging. Prime lenses shine for portraits and product shots. Zoom lenses come alive at big events like gamescom. Figure out what you’ll use it for the most, and match your setup accordingly.

If you’re not ready to make that leap, Canon has another option: the Powershot V1. Think of it as a half-step up if you’re moving from smartphone shooting. Less intimidating, easier to carry, but still a noticeable jump in quality.

As for me, I survived my first gamescom with Canon. And while I may not be a full convert just yet, I can say this much: the R50 V earned its spot in my bag, sneakers and all.

Cameras

Insta360 X6 brings 8K 360 capture, AI-powered editing

Sharper 360 footage, longer battery life, and an AI that edits your clips while you charge?!

Published

August 13, 2026

MJ Jucutan

Fresh off its global release, Insta360 brings its latest entry in the X series, the Insta360 X6, to the Philippines.

Upgraded imaging for every moment

The headline upgrade lands straight in the image sensor. Dual custom Sony 1/1.1-inch square sensors power the Insta360 X6, delivering a full 1-inch equivalent 360 imaging experience.

This hardware update brings noticeably sharper detail and stronger low-light performance compared to older X Series cameras. It shoots up to native 8K at 50fps with 10-bit color and native in-camera Dolby Vision, giving creators maximum flexibility during post-production.

Beyond the larger sensor, the X6 functions as three cameras in one: a full 360 shooter, a subject-tracking camera, and a single-lens action camera. You can capture everything around you now and pick your angle later. Alternatively, you can pull flat 4K footage through InstaFrame 2.0 or switch to single-lens mode for a traditional action cam experience.

Battery life sees a major boost as well. The new 2600mAh Xtreme Battery offers up to 140 minutes of continuous 8K30fps recording. Meanwhile, a Star-Ridge cooling system keeps the camera cool during longer 8K sessions. You also get 64GB of built-in storage (47GB usable), allowing you to start shooting immediately without a microSD card on hand.

For anyone building out a rig, the X6 supports over 100 accessories. It easily adapts to travel, motorcycle rides, cycling, diving, and other high-action pursuits.

Intelligent AI editing

Software plays an equally big role in this launch. Insta360 introduces PanoMind, its first AI model built specifically for 360 footage. Instead of analyzing a flat frame, PanoMind reads full spherical scenes.

Through AI Director, the X6 reviews your footage while charging, generates highlight edits on its own, and sends them directly to the Insta360 app. This feature saves you from spending hours scrubbing through raw clips for key moments.

If you want more say in the final cut, Auto Edit 2.0 turns single or multiple clips into finished videos, handling framing, camera movement, cuts, music, and transitions automatically. For deeper workflows, the X6 still supports I-Log, 10-bit recording, Insta360 Studio, and Insta360+ cloud editing tools.

Price, availability in the Philippines

The Insta360 X6 is now available in the Philippines through authorized retailers and official online channels.

The Standard Bundle costs PhP 45,390 and includes the X6 camera, a USB-C cable, a protective pouch, and a lens cloth.

Meanwhile, the Essentials Bundle costs PhP 49,990. It adds an extra Xtreme Battery, a 114cm Invisible Selfie Stick, a lens cap, and a Fast Charge Case on top of the base package.

Insta360 Philippines is also expanding its retail footprint across key cities while hosting hands-on community workshops tailored for travel, riding, cycling, and filmmaking enthusiasts.

Cameras

Sony launches FE 100-400mm F5.6-8 OSS telephoto zoom lens

Super telephoto zoom lens for hobbyists

Published

August 6, 2026

GadgetMatch

Sony has launched the FE 100-400mm F5.6-8 OSS super telephoto zoom lens tailored for hobbyists and for a competitive price.

The compact and lightweight lens (approx. 654 grams) is meant for 35mm full-frame Alpha E-mount cameras, making it easy to carry to capture subjects that are difficult to appraoch.

This includes birds, sports scenes, and more. Landscape photography unique to super-telephoto lenses can also be enjoyed by making use of the compression effect. This makes the distance between nearby subjects and distant background elements appear closer together.

When used with a teleconverter, users can double the distance they can capture, with the lens supporting focal lengths of up to 800mm or up to 1,200m in APS-C mode.

With the latest optical design incorporating two ED glass elements and two aspherical elements, excellent image quality is achieved across the entire zoom range. These elements reduce chromatic and other aberrations for clear rendering.

Subject shooting can stand out as well in a natural and soft bokeh, with the lens’ 9-blade circular aperture. This makes the lens also ideal for close-up photography of flowers, insects, and other nearby objects.

In addition, the lens features a linear motor drive for fast, precise, and quiet AF performance to help capture moving objects. The lens also supports high-speed continuous shooting with AF/AE tracking at up to approximately 120 frames per second when used with the Alpha 9 III.

Built-in optical image stabilization also supports handheld shooting in the super-telephoto range, suppressing camera shake. Users can also utilize the camera body’s Active Mode image stabilization and coordinate image stabilization control.

In Singapore, the Sony FE 100-400mm F5.6-8 OSS will be available by the end of August for SG$ 1,099.

Accessories

OBSBOT’s Meet Flip is your next best pocketable 4K webcam

Fold the Flip for further protection

Published

July 29, 2026

Vincenz

Graphics by Vincenz Lee | GadgetMatch

Several months ago, you might remember that OBSBOT revealed the Tiny 3 series of web cameras.

Six months after, they also unveil the all-new Meet Flip. From the name itself, it’s the company’s latest foldable 4K webcam that puts hardware privacy front and center.

Foldable and pocketable

Despite weighing just 37.7 grams, the Meet Flip aims to deliver premium webcam features for all types of users. Be it remote workers, professionals, or content creators.

Graphics by Vincenz Lee | GadgetMatch

Undoubtedly, the biggest highlight has got to be the webcam’s folding design. Not only it’s portable, it protects your privacy too.

Closing the device physically blocks the lens, giving users a visual confirmation that the camera is no longer active. When it’s time for a meeting, simply unfold it and it’s ready to go.

That lightweight body also features a built-in mounting clip that works with laptops, monitors, and tripods. Users can mount it in landscape, portrait, or even upside-down orientations depending on their setup.

Despite that absurd amount of lightweightness, the OBSBOT Meet Flip is still able to house a 1/2-inch Exmor RS stacked CMOS sensor with Quad Bayer technology. That’s something more commonly found among bigger and higher-end web cameras.

Other camera features include:

4K video recording / 30fps
1080p recording / up to 60fps
HDR support for challenging lighting
Phase Detection Autofocus (PDAF)
4x digital zoom
f/1.8 aperture with ISO 100-6400 support for low-light environments

Beyond just video calls

The OBSBOT Meet Flip isn’t just packed with serious camera hardware, it’s seriously intelligent as well.

The Meet Flip supports AI Auto Framing. This automatically keeps users centered during meetings — regardless if they are presenting alone or with a group. Gesture controls also let users activate framing or adjust zoom without touching the keyboard or mouse.

Another standout feature is AI Magic Notes which provides real-time meeting transcription and automatically generates summaries, action items, and key discussion points.

The feature works with Google Meet, Zoom, and Microsoft Teams through OBSBOT Center. Every webcam includes complimentary transcription of 120 minutes.

With that being mentioned, OBSBOT Center also makes users gain access to software features such as background blur, virtual backgrounds, beauty mode, and picture-in-picture overlays for presentations.

Those who want more advanced controls can enable Smart Eye Tracking, teleprompter support, and manual image adjustments.

Audio also gets an upgrade through an intelligent dual-microphone system that offers four recording modes:

Directional Mode / solo calls
Dual-Directional Mode / interviews
Smart Omni Mode / group meetings
Pure Audio Mode / unprocessed stereo recording

AI Noise Reduction and Automatic Gain Control are also available across most modes to help improve voice clarity.

OBSBOT’s Meet Flip is also compatible with mobile devices through the OBSBOT Live app and supports integrations with accessories including Elgato Stream Deck, Nintendo Switch 2, and UVC-to-NDI/HDMI adapters.

Pricing and Availability

The OBSBOT Meet Flip is available starting today for US$119 through OBSBOT’s online store, Amazon US, and select retailers worldwide. Regional pricing may vary.