Cameras
Essential’s 360 Camera is down to only $19 from $199
Sign of things to come?
After people ate up the incredible discount on the Essential Phone during Amazon Prime Day, the company is now offering dessert in the form of a 90 percent markdown on its 360 Camera.
You read that correctly: From the original price of US$ 199, Essential’s 360 Camera is down to only US$ 19.
And this isn’t even part of a one-day sale. It’s looking like a permanent discount for the modular accessory that’s advertised as the world’s smallest 4K 360 camera.
Did you scoop an Essential Phone on #PrimeDay? The unbeatable deals don’t stop there! You can now purchase Essential 360 Camera – the world’s smallest 4k 360 camera – for only $19 on https://t.co/5XqZeQu9cW. Shop now: https://t.co/MAQn6lKcl9 pic.twitter.com/xVQ4wbJJQT
— Essential (@essential) July 18, 2018
Of course, you’ll need an Essential Phone for this to work. Attaching it gives the brand’s sole smartphone the ability to take 360-degree photos and videos without the need for extra cables or apps.
By now, it’s clear that Essential’s future is looking bleak. While bringing down the price of a one-year-old phone isn’t out of the ordinary, heavily discounting a modular accessory that’s meant to work on the product’s successor and be part of a future-proof ecosystem is a sign of things to come.
It’s a shame, really. The Essential Phone was unique in a sense, introducing the original camera notch and offering compatibility with modular attachments on top of its ceramic and titanium body. It never really took off until the price was brought down from the overly ambitious launch price of US$ 700, but that was a little too late in this cutthroat market.
Until we get a direct statement from Founder Andy Rubin that his company is giving up, we should take advantage of the clearance sales being pushed. It’s not every day you can snag a premium smartphone with a handy 360 camera for a total of only US$ 269.
The DJI Osmo Pocket 3 might be the most popular camera in recent history. The tiny action camera constantly sells out, thanks to creators and would-be vloggers. Because of the current generation’s popularity, everyone is looking forward to the next-generation Osmo Pocket 4. Though it’s still unannounced, the new camera has suddenly made a surprising appearance out in the wild.
The leak shockingly comes from an authorized DJI retailer in Kuala Lumpur. Supposedly, a customer entered the store with what they claimed was an Osmo Pocket 4. The store, DronesKaki, even shot a now-deleted video of the unannounced camera, rescued by New Camera.
Based solely on the short video, the Osmo Pocket 4 looks and feels very familiar to those who’ve already used the Pocket 3. The three-axis gimbal system still keeps shots in place for taking videos while on the move. The 2-inch rotating screen looks identical to the current one, especially because of intuitive settings and controls.
However, the biggest standout is the built-in LED light sitting atop the camera. Despite how convenient and easy to use it is, the Pocket 3 doesn’t exactly shine in low-light conditions, prompting users to always bring an external flash. If the leak is true, the Osmo Pocket 4 cures this issue to some extent. (Built-in flashes aren’t usually standout solutions, but they can work in a pinch.)
Still, take the leak with a grain of salt. Though the store could have deleted the video because of a request from DJI, they could have also deleted it because it’s not the Osmo Pocket 4. At this point, we won’t know, but current rumors speculate that the camera is launching soon.
SEE ALSO: DJI Osmo Action 6 review: An adventurer’s best friend
Cameras
Canon PhotoMarathon returns, introduces video, open categories
Happening on April 18 in BGC, Taguig
The Canon PhotoMarathon is officially returning this year and is introducing more categories for enthusiasts to join in.
The 2026 edition, the 19th in the Philippines, will happen on April 18 at the BGC Amphitheater in Taguig City.
For the first time, Canon is opening the competition to non-Canon users. Even those with just smartphones can register. The brand has also added a video category.
Here’s a quick breakdown of the contest categories and their corresponding prizes:
Main Category (Photo)
- Open to Canon users only
- Prize: Canon EOS R6 Mark III with RF24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM
Open Category (Photo)
- Open to all camera brands
- Prize: Canon EOS R8 with 24-50mm
Video Category
- Open to all camera brands
- Canon Prize winner: Canon EOS R50 V
- Non-Canon Prize winner: Canon Powershot V1
The full mechanics will be announced on the day of the competition itself to make it even more challenging for those taking part.
To join, simply download the Canon PH Delightful app, create an account, go to the Events tab and select the Canon PhotoMarathon banner. Registration is already open.
To build up hype for the upcoming event, Canon will host photowalks, school tours, and regional tours leading up to the PhotoMarathon.
These are designed to engage photographers at every skill level. Admission is free and open to all digital camera users.
Cameras
Canon EOS C50 cinema camera price in the Philippines
Smallest, lightest cinema camera made for today’s filmmakers, creators
Canon Philippines is capping the year strong with the release of the Canon EOS C50 in the market. The cinema camera is priced at PhP 189,998 for the body along with an XLR handle.
The Canon EOS C50 is designed for both filmmakers and creators who need mobility and professional-grade quality.
It has the same 3:2 Open Gate recording feature also on the EOS R6 Mark III, which gives users flexibility for post-production.
Creators can extract full 4K footage along with cropped 2K vertical or square versions from the same capture with the Simultaneous Crop Recording feature.
This is ideal for producing multi-platform content, like 16:9 landscape videos for YouTube then vertical shortform videos for social media.
Also, an added edge is the up to 7K 60p RAW recording capability on the C50, compared to just 7K 30p for the Mark III.
Filmmakers can also record at up to 4K 120fps should they need high frame rate captures. Recording in 4:2:2 10-bit is also available for rich color and flexibility in post-production.
In addition, the EOS C50 features dual CFexpress and SD card slots. 7K RAW can be saved to CFexpress while other formats can be saved to the SD card.
Different format, resolutions, and color sampling can be assigned for backup, distribution, or quicker edit-ready files.
Photo performance
For stills, users can take advantage of the 32MP CMOS sensor for capturing up to 40 shots per second (with electronic shutter).
The camera also supports pre-continuous shooting and AF performance improvements with its Dual Pixel CMOS AF II.
Enhancements include Auto setting, animals, vehicle priority, and eye AF, as well as the new left/right priority.
Moreover, the camera features Dual-Base ISO with Auto Selection, automatically switching between ISO 400 and ISO 3200 depending on the scene.
This ensures the highest signal-to-noise ratio while maintaining a wide dynamic range. Users can also manual select the ISO to match lighting conditions.
Professional interface
Onto its controls, the EOS C50 has a TIME CODE terminal, which is perfect for seamless multi-camera setups. It also features two XLR terminals and a handy control dial for professional audio input.
There are 14 assignable buttons, each thoughtfully positioned for quick, instinctive access while filming. There are about 100 customizable functions available so the camera can match a user’s workflow.
During the launch event, Canon Philippines demonstrated a wide range of scenarios for the EOS C50, including multi-angle live broadcasts with just one camera.
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