medium format

Even as DSLR sensors hit new heights in terms of resolution, medium format digital backs are still the big boys on the photographic playground. So, when Fotodiox announced a product that would allow you to get medium format-caliber images out of an MF lens and a Sony NEX body, the internet went wild. We got our hands on their new Rhinocam and took it for a test run out in New York City.

With newer full-frame DSLRs like Nikon's D800 pushing the possibilities when it comes to megapixel count, some people think they may catch up to medium format digital backs. But, Phase One seems pretty determined to keep the gap intact with their new IQ2 series capture devices that deliver an insane amount of photographic firepower.

The Belair X 6-12 is the newest offering from the film-lovers at Lomography, a camera that revives many of the features of old medium format cameras. The Belair uses a bellows system to collapse down to a smaller size, and can shoot 120 film at 6x6, 6x9, or 6x12 formats.According to the company, this is the first 6x12 camera with an automatic shutter speed feature, for speeds up to 1/125s. For those who want to experiment a bit more, it also has multiple and long exposure modes. It can meter ISO 50-1600 film.

We're already looking forward to seeing a lot of new cameras for the first time at Photokina 2012 next week, but there's a good chance Hasselblad's new H5D will be the biggest and the baddest on the floor.