General — Photography — October 26th, 2025

Good Boys and Girls Star in the Dog Photography Awards 2025
The winners of the 2025 Dog Photography Awards have been revealed and Belinda Richards from Melbourne, Australia, has been crowned Dog Photographer of the Year.
October 26, 2025 — Source

Sigma versus Laowa: 200mm f/2 lens comparison by Christopher Frost
The Laowa 200mm f/2 offers outstanding value for money at $2000. It's lighter, sharp stopped down, and produces beautiful bokeh, though autofocus is only average and it lacks image stabilization. The Sigma 200mm f/2 is a more professional lens overall.
October 26, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Photography — October 25th, 2025

Canon G7X Mark III: Back in Stock at Reasonable Price
Finally, the Canon G7X Mark III camera is back in stock after a very long time. The G7X Mk III is now active in the Canon production line, but in limited quantity for now. The Re-announced Canon Pro Compact G Series camera G7X Mk III, is now available at a very reasonable price at the B&H Photo Store. It will cost you $879, whereas if you look at the Amazon.com pricing, it is sky-high. The listings for the G7 X Mark III camera on that site cross the thousand-dollar price mark — the sellers are charging whatever they like.
October 25, 2025 — Source

How the First Five Principles of Art and Design Can Make You a Better Photographer
Understanding the roles of the fundamental elements of art allows photographers to create compelling compositions. These elements are not merely aesthetic choices but tools for creating structure in your photography.
October 25, 2025 — Source

New Sony 100mm GM reviews
Preorders: Sony 100mm GM macro at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, Fotokoch, Fotoerhardt, Calumet, WexUK, Clifton.
October 25, 2025 — Source

Review: Sigma 135mm 1.4 Art DG -- The actual Bokeh Master
The Sigma 105mm 1.4 DG HSM Art was one of Sigma's last flagship lenses designed for DSLRs and one of the few that hasn't seen a successor designed for mirrorless cameras yet. If you read my review, you know it is an impressive lens, but I still had some reservations calling it the "Bokeh Master". Now I get the feeling someone at Sigma read my comment and decided to take it as a challenge by designing this Sigma 135mm 1.4 DG Art -- the actual "Bokeh Master". To me, this is one of Sigma's masterpieces, so let's have a closer look!
October 25, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — October 24th, 2025

DJI Neo 2: Leaked Images and Specifications -- Everything We Know So Far
Finally, we have the press shots of the DJI Neo 2 drone, and these are the multiple product images set for official release, now available just before the official announcement of the drone. Other than that, not only Leaked images, but we also have the confirmed set of core specifications of the DJI Neo 2 drone as of October 24, 2025. Let's dive into the details.
October 24, 2025 — Source

DJI's new Osmo Mobile 8 adds pet tracking and 360-degree camera pans
It's available now for around $126, but only in China.
October 24, 2025 — Source

DJI's Tiniest, Cheapest Drone Is Coming Back to Terrorize Your Neighborhood
Or at least, it will if you can actually import one into the U.S.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Fujifilm X-T30 III Press Release: Official Announcement Page
So, finally, we have the Fuji X-T30 III camera, and this camera reminds me of classic DSLR Days, where we have extensive manual controls with the camera. Once you see the camera, it does have the ultra-popular, and one of the most used 26-megapixel X-Trans APS-C sensor inside this body of 378g, not only lightweight. The camera will cost you only $999 for body only, so that's really a dealbreaker camera in terms of the sensor that you're getting, the extensive manual controls that you get (which of course photographers will love), and the price you pay, other than that.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Meta Adds AI Tools to Instagram Stories That Lets You Edit Photos
Generative AI is coming to Instagram Stories. Users will now be able to edit photos and videos by simply typing in a prompt. For example, in the image above where a group of people have been removed from the background.
October 24, 2025 — Source

New review of the Tamron 25-200mm FE by Chelsea Northrup: Highly recommended!
I absolutely love this lens—definitely planning to get one for myself!
October 24, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Snake Bites Captured at 1,000 Frames Per Second on High-Speed Camera
Scientists used two high-speed cameras recording at 1,000 frames per second to capture the lightning fast action of a venomous snake bite. The snakes can react in less than 100 milliseconds.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Viltrox Opens Up About Zooms, L-Mount Alliance, and Bogus Rumors
Viltrox confirmed development of a zoom lens and future L-Mount lenses, collaborating with Leica. They also stated no camera production and prioritize full-frame Evo lenses.
October 24, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Photography — October 20th, 2025

Getty and Shutterstock hit a roadblock as UK CMA scrutinizes merger
The UK's competition authority, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), has announced that the proposed merger between Getty and Shutterstock poses a major risk to competition in the supply of editorial content in the UK and globally, warning that there was a "realistic prospect of a substantial lessening of competition".
October 20, 2025 — Source

How 6,500 People Lit an Incredible 360° Nighttime Panorama of an NFL Stadium
RIT Big Shot 37 at Highmark Stadium in Buffalo, New York, was the biggest light painting photo in the series yet, attracting approximately 6,500 Buffalo Bills fans to the historic stadium during its final season. The incredible 360° Big Shot was the result meticulous planning, two dozen Nikon Z9 cameras, and thousands of people armed with flashlights joining forces to bathe a massive football stadium in light.
October 20, 2025 — Source

Just announced: new Viltrox AF 85mm f/2.0 EVO FE lens!
For SonyAlphaBlog this is the best 85mm lens he ever tested!
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Leica Made Marble M11 Cameras That Weigh 375 Pounds and Cost $58,000
Leica, never a company that shies away from extravagance or style, commissioned an acclaimed artist to sculpt a massive eight-ton marble sculpture of a Leica M11 Monochrom camera and an accompanying series of 10 smaller ones that still weigh 170 kilograms (375 pounds).
October 20, 2025 — Source

Meta Wants Its AI to Learn From Your Camera Roll
Meta wants access to the photos on Facebook users' smartphone camera rolls. The company's new feature is designed to help people find "shareworthy" photos they haven't yet published, but the privacy concerns are obvious and there are important considerations about how these photos may be used to train AI.
October 20, 2025 — Source

New IDSworks hand grip / thumb grip for Sony RX1RIII
If you've already shelled out $5,100 for the Sony RX1R III, you might as well add $230 for a proper, genuinely useful grip 🙂
October 20, 2025 — Source

Review: Viltrox AF 85mm 2.0 FE Evo
The "Evo" series is a new lineup of Viltrox lenses positioned between the "Pro" and "Air" lineups. This series seems to combine the build quality and controls of the "Pro" lenses with a slightly slower maximum aperture like the "Air" lenses while maintaining very high image quality -- similar to the Voigtländer Apo-Lanthar series or Sigma's Contemporary primes. Let's find out what the first entry of this series -- the Viltrox AF 85mm 2.0 Evo FE -- has in store for us.
October 20, 2025 — Source

The Best Microscopic Shots of 2025 Will Make You Rethink Reality
From secret mushroom worlds to extreme close-ups of cell motion, these photographs represent how, in science, things often aren't what they seem on the surface.
October 20, 2025 — Source

The Most Prompted Photographers on AI Image Generator Midjourney Revealed
The top 200 photographers requested by Midjourney users have been exclusively revealed to PetaPixel — and it's a world-famous, still active photographer that tops the list.
October 20, 2025 — Source

UK Probes Getty-Shutterstock Merger Over Competition Concerns
Britain's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has warned that the proposed $3.7 billion merger between Getty Images and Shutterstock could significantly reduce competition in the editorial and stock photography markets.
October 20, 2025 — Source

Weird rumors about a possible Sony A1III (or A1IIa)
It's clear now that there won't be a new Sony A1 III anytime soon. However, if the latest information is accurate, we might soon see a Sony A1 IIa — essentially the current A1 II, but with an updated LCD panel. Sony has done this before, most recently with the release of the "new" Sony FX3a, which followed a similar minor-update strategy.
October 20, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — October 17th, 2025

CRDBAG's New Flexible Grid Divide Bends the Rules of Camera Storage
Swedish company CRDBAG, best known for its camera storage solutions and accessories, has launched the Grid Divide (stylized "GRID DIVIDE") ecosystem, which CRDBAG calls "the ultimate modular storage for hard cases." The new Grid Divide series is an internal divider system that enables photographers and filmmakers to better store, organize, and carry their precious camera gear.
October 17, 2025 — Source

Curious story about blind photographer Gary Williamson using the Sony A7cII
Sony is increasing its efforts to support blind photographers. Above, you can watch an inspiring interview with blind photographer Gary Williamson. Sony has also re-uploaded the promotional video for the Sony 16mm G lens — this time, redesigned to be fully accessible for visually impaired viewers:
October 17, 2025 — Source

Honor's 'Robot Phone' Has a Pop Out Gimbal Camera
Honor has announced that it is developing a smartphone with a camera that extends from the device using a robotic arm. For now, there's only a bizarre, mostly AI-generated video of the phone but the company says it will share additional details at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona next year.
October 17, 2025 — Source

Matt Johnson predictions about the Sony FX3II
Matt argues Sony's strategy is to create one advanced sensor and deploy it across 4--5 camera bodies—hybrid, cinema, and vlogging versions—before investing in the next-gen chip. This approach keeps sensor output high across divisions while spreading R&D costs.
October 17, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

NFL Star Goes Undercover as a Nature Photographer
Wide receiver for the Minnesota Vikings Justin Jefferson has gone undercover as a nature photographer for a show on Amazon Prime.
October 17, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — October 15th, 2025

25 Award-Winning Photos Show the Power of Color in Photography
All About Photo Magazine announced the winners of its "Colors" competition, showcasing 25 award-winning photos demonstrating the power of color in photography. Trevor Cole won first place.
October 15, 2025 — Source

51st Nikon Small World Winners Reveal a Hidden World of Wonders
Nikon has revealed the winners of its 51st annual Small World Photomicrography Competition, with Chinese photographer Zhang You winning first place for a striking rice weevil portrait.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Best Full Frame DSLR Under $500 in 2025: The Canon 5D Mark II Camera -- for Budget Shooters
The Canon 5D Mark II, announced in 2008, remains a great full-frame DSLR option for beginners, offering pro-level quality around $500.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Fujifilm Instax Mini LiPlay+ Review (so far)
Brazil, India, Italy, and Japan have committed to quadruple the production and consumption of sustainable fuels, including biofuels, hydrogen, and certain synthetic fuels, by 2035 relative to 2024 levels. This initiative targets hard-to-decarbonize sectors such as aviation and heavy industry, aiming to reduce reliance on fossil fuels while emphasizing the need for sustainable land use in biofuel production.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Insane POV Footage Captures Skier's Descent from the World's Highest Peak
Red Bull athlete Andrzej Bargiel made history by skiing down Mount Everest without supplemental oxygen, captured in newly released POV footage.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Laowa 200mm F2 AF FF Overview
The Laowa 200mm F2 is a full-frame telephoto lens for Sony E, Nikon Z and Canon EF mounts. The Sony E and Nikon Z mount versions weigh 1.71 kg (3.74 lb), while the Canon EF mount version weighs 1.59 kg (3.51 lb). It features 11 elements in 9 groups, including two extra-low dispersion elements, one anomalous dispersion element and one ultra-high refraction element.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Photographer in Space Teams Up With Photographer on Earth, Captures Same Scene at Same Time
Photography is all a matter of perspective: one angle is visually uninteresting and doesn't tell a story, but another viewpoint of the same subject is alive with emotion and meaning.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Laowa 200mm f/2.0 FE review by Alex Phan
Alex Phan reviewed the new Laowa 200mm f/2.0 FE lens, noting excellent autofocus and image quality, though some improvements are still being made.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Speculation about upcoming Sony GM lens refreshes: Is the 100-400mm GM next?
Speculation suggests Sony may release updated "GM II" versions of the 100--400mm and 400mm lenses, potentially around the time of the Olympic Games.
October 15, 2025 — Source

VSCO Launches AI Lab to Help Photographers Save Time
AI Lab is launching with one tool, Remove, which, as its name suggests, enables photographers to erase unwanted elements from their images without sacrificing resolution or realism. VSCO users can utilize Remove to erase distracting elements from their images, including unwanted passersby and distracting background elements.
October 15, 2025 — Source

You Can Finally Get Your Hands on the Zeiss Otus ML 85mm f/1.4
Back in February, Zeiss said of the Otus ML 85mm f/1.4 that it would arrive later this year. The time has come, and photographers can purchase the fast new manual focus portrait prime lens for $2,999. It is available in Canon RF, Nikon Z, and Sony E mounts. None of the specs have changed since the original reveal near the beginning of this year, but given the time elapsed, it is worth revisiting the lens.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Zeiss Otus ML 85mm f/1.4 Review: A Costly Decision
Zeiss is a famous and prestigious name in the world of optics, and it is very willing to partner with other brands to bring the weight of its name to the table. So often we see the Zeiss name attached to Sony products, Vivo smartphones, Contax cameras, and Cosina optics, to name a few brands, both past and present.
October 15, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Photography — October 13th, 2025

185-Year-Old Voigtländer Daguerreotype Camera Auctioned for $580,000
The seventh Wetzlar Camera Auctions saw historic cameras sold, including an 185-year-old Voigtländer Daguerreotype camera for $580,000, and numerous Leica models.
October 13, 2025 — Source

New image of the Tamron 25-200mm FE lens!
All I've learned so far is that the new lens might launch this week at the same price as the 28--200mm did when it was first released ($699 pre-tariff)— though that model is now discounted.
October 13, 2025 — Source

New Zeiss Otus lens will be announced this week?
After the new Otus 50mm and 85mm, it looks like Zeiss will announce another OTUS lens this week.
October 13, 2025 — Source

Soccer Hooligans Kick a Photographer in the Head and Spit on Another
A group of German soccer fans in Dublin, Ireland, assaulted one photographer and spat on another during unruly scenes on Saturday.
October 13, 2025 — Source

Tilta Debuts Compact Double-Hinged Monitor Mount for Videographers
Tilta has announced the Extended Pro Monitor Mount, a versatile new accessory designed for filmmakers who need fast, flexible monitor positioning in dynamic shooting conditions. The mount introduces a refined double-hinge design, extended reach, and a tool-free locking system that promises to simplify on-set adjustments for camera operators and assistants alike.
October 13, 2025 — Source

TTartisan announced the new SILVER AF 75mm f/2 SILVER Full Frame Portrait Lens
TTartisan just launched the SILVER version of their 75mm f/2.0 FE lens on TTartisan store and Amazon. A perfect match for the Silver Sony A7CII don't you think?
October 13, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Photography — October 10th, 2025

At last! TTArtisan is bringing the legendary Canon 17mm Tilt-Shift lens to E-mount!
Anyone working in architectural photography knows the true value of the Canon 17mm TS-E f/4L Tilt-Shift lens. While Sony has never ventured into making tilt-shift optics, we finally have a perfect counterpart — TTArtisan's new 17mm f/4 Tilt-Shift full-frame lens for E-mount.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Canon R6III Coming Nov 6 -- 32MP, Open-Gate, Pre-Capture for €2899! Sony A7V Beware!
As suspected the new Canon R6III will use the same (very good) Canon C50 sensor! Here are the key specs:
October 10, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

DxO's New 24/7/365 Premium Support Helps Photographers On Deadlines
Photo editing is complex, and dialing in the perfect workflow requires time and experience. Sometimes, photographers do not have the time to give. That's where DxO's new 24/7/365 Premium Support comes in. The French photo editing software company says its new support provides expert help to pro photographers who need it at any time.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Father and Son's Annual Batman Tradition is What Photography is All About
Many photographers and everyday folk have participated in selfie a day, or photo a day challenges. But for Nick Tomasso and his son Jackson, an annual Batman photo started off completely by accident.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Instagram Allows Users to Post Horizontal and Vertical Photos in the Same Carousel
It's been a bone of contention for photographers on Instagram for some time, but it now appears that the platform finally allows all users to post horizontal and vertical photos in the same carousel.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Japanese Press Photographer in Trouble for Making Partisan Remarks Caught on Hot Mic
A Japanese press photographer has found himself in hot water after a live stream captured him making inappropriate remarks about Sanae Takaichi, who looks set to become the country's first female prime minister.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Judge Blocks Federal Agents From Using Riot Weapons on Photojournalists in Chicago
A U.S. federal judge has temporarily barred Homeland Security agents from using riot control weapons on journalists in the Chicago area after a photographer was struck with pepper balls.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Podcasting From the GR Space in Brisbane, Australia! | The PetaPixel Podcast
This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, Jordan Drake dials in remotely as Chris Niccolls and I come to you from Brisbane, Australia. Ricoh has opened only its fourth ever GR Space, and we were here to see the ribbon cut.
October 10, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Sirui Aurora 35mm F1.4 Overview
The Sirui Aurora 35mm F1.4 is a full-frame, autofocus lens for Sony E, Nikon Z, L mount and Fujifilm X (where it's a 52.5 equiv.). The lens's optical formula uses 16 elements in 11 groups, with three aspherical lenses, two ED elements, and one SED element and HRI element each. It has a 13-blade aperture and a minimum focusing distance of 0.35m (13.8").
October 10, 2025 — Source

TTArtisan 17mm f/4 Solves Tilt-Shift Woes for Mirrorless Photographers
There is a real lack of native tilt-shift lenses across all mirrorless camera systems. TTArtisan's newest lens aims to fill the void. The TTArtisan Tilt-Shift 17mm f/4 ASPH. is coming first to Sony E and Fujifilm GFX formats, but will also arrive on Canon RF, L-Mount, and Nikon Z. Best yet, it won't break the bank.
October 10, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Vietnamese retailer already accepting preorders on the Sony A7V for $2600!
A Vietnamese retailer is accepting preorders for the upcoming Sony A7V for around $2600. It features a 33Mp sensor and a new AI chip.
October 10, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — October 8th, 2025

ASUS ProArt and GoPro Join Forces to Streamline Creator Workflows with AI
ASUS today announced a groundbreaking collaboration with GoPro to streamline 360° video workflows from capture to editing. By combining GoPro's world-class capture technology with ASUS ProArt's creator-focused tools, the partnership reduces friction in the creative process and helps storytellers focus more on their craft. To celebrate the partnership, ASUS laptop customers will receive up to six months of GoPro Subscription Premium+, unlocking unlimited cloud storage, automatic highlight reels, and more.
October 8, 2025 — Source

Despite Reports to the Contrary, Nikon Says It Has Not Discontinued Its First Nikkor Z Lens
Despite initial reports, Nikon states its original Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S lens has not been discontinued and remains available for purchase.
October 8, 2025 — Source

How an AP Photographer Told a Sleepy Scientist She Won the Nobel Prize
Scientists Brunkow, Ramsdell, and Sakaguchi won the Nobel Prize for immunology research. An AP photographer delivered the news to Brunkow at 4 AM and captured exclusive photos.
October 8, 2025 — Source

Historian Finally Identifies Nazi in Infamous Holocaust Photo Using AI
Historian Jürgen Matthäus used artificial intelligence to identify Jakobus Onnen as the SS soldier in the infamous Holocaust photograph, "The Last Jew in Vinnitsa."
October 8, 2025 — Source

How Fujifilm Changed the GFX Eterna 55's 100MP Sensor for Filmmaking
Fujifilm adapted its GFX100 II sensor for the GFX Eterna 55 cinema camera, incorporating changes like a cooling fan, new filter, and electronic ND filter for filmmaking applications.
October 8, 2025 — Source

It's finally happening — the Sony A7V has just been registered in Indonesia!
The Sony A7 V is expected to be announced in November and ship early 2025. Rumors also include a new macro lens, medium format system, and Viltrox zoom.
October 8, 2025 — Source

Latest Sony A7V Rumours: Mid-November Announcement Possible, But Shipments Delayed to Q1 2026
The New Camera website reports the Sony A7V camera is anticipated for a mid-November 2025 announcement and Q1 2026 shipping, featuring a 33MP sensor and AI upgrades.
October 8, 2025 — Source

LightPix Labs' New Flash Looks Like the Perfect Match for Retro-Inspired Mirrorless Cameras
LightPix Labs has announced the FlashQ FM2, a retro-inspired, sleek, and compact wireless flash system designed for photographers who appreciate both style and substance.
October 8, 2025 — Source

Photo Management App Peakto Now Has Secure Online Collaboration
Photography software developer Cyme has announced Peakto 2.5, the latest version of its AI-powered media management app for macOS. Peakto 2.5 turns the user's Mac into a secure server, enabling photographers to share their content for collaboration online via an encrypted network connection.
October 8, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Robin Williams' Daughter Condemns Sora 2 AI Videos of Her Late Father
Zelda Williams, daughter of the late actor and comedian Robin Williams, has condemned the use of artificial intelligence to create digital recreations of her father.
October 8, 2025 — Source

The Flashback ONE35 V2 Lets You Shoot Instantly, But You Still Get the Film Experience
Flashback, the company that makes "non-disposable digital disposable cameras", has today released its second model called the ONE35 V2.
October 8, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — October 3rd, 2025

DJI Pocket 3 Style OPPO and Vivo Camera Coming in 2026
OPPO and Vivo, sister companies, are developing handheld gimbal cameras similar to the DJI Pocket 3, expected to launch in 2026, targeting a $400-$600 price range.
October 3, 2025 — Source

Enormous Rutting Elk Charges at Photographer
It is officially the elk rut, otherwise known as mating season, and that means aggressive bulls are roaming around, and you'd better have your wits about you.
October 3, 2025 — Source

Google Android Feature That Scans All of Your Photos Can Be Turned Off
Around this time last year, Google quietly added a service to smartphones running Android 9 called Android System Safetycore, which left many confused about what it actually did.
October 3, 2025 — Source

Kodak launches Kodacolor 100 and 200 to feed the film resurgence
For the first time in over a decade, Kodak is distributing directly to stores to keep supply steady and prices down.
October 3, 2025 — Source

Ted Forbes review of a lens nobody is buying: Zeiss Otus 50mm f/1.4
Upcoming gear includes a Viltrox zoom, a Sony 100mm macro lens, and a massive 247MP sensor. Zeiss Otus sales are reportedly low.
October 3, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Top Compact Cameras 2025: Canon SX740 HS Hits #2 in Yodobashi Rankings
The website NewCamera.com reports that the Ricoh GR IV is the top-selling compact camera, followed by the Canon PowerShot SX740 HS, which recently saw production revival.
October 3, 2025 — Source

Where Should Wedding Photographers Stand? Reddit Post Sparks Debate
While photographers and videographers are cut from the same cloth, there can be dissent among the ranks. And a recent viral Reddit post highlights a bone of contention.
October 3, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — September 29th, 2025

7Artisans Launches AF 10mm f/2.8 Ultra-Wide Lens for APS-C Cameras
7Artisans has just announced the AF 10mm f/2.8 prime for APS-C cameras on its Chinese social media platforms. Available in Sony E, Fujifilm X, and Nikon Z mounts, the ultra-wide lens is designed to provide photographers with expansive coverage and minimal distortion in a compact and lightweight form.
September 29, 2025 — Source

CreativeLive is Shutting Down
CreativeLive, one of the original platforms for online photography education, is shutting down on December 31, 2025. The site is now closed to all but current users and will be wholly shuttered at the end of the year.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Documentary Explores Life and Work of Iconic Photographer Steve Schapiro
The trailer for Steve Schapiro: Being Everywhere has been released, giving fans a first look at the documentary about the iconic American photographer and journalist.
September 29, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Incredible Photos Show First Person to Ski Down Everest Without Oxygen
Breathtaking images show the athlete who became the first person to climb to Everest's summit and ski back down without supplementary oxygen.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Influential Photographer Petra Collins Shoots Selena Gomez's Wedding
Singer Selena Gomez chose photographer Petra Collins — whose dreamlike pastel aesthetic and soft-focus film images have become highly influential online — to shoot her wedding.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Kase's 85mm f/1.4 AF Is an Affordable Full-Frame Portrait Prime
KaseKase, best known for its photography filters, has launched a new 85mm f/1.4 prime lens for full-frame and APS-C mirrorless cameras. It is designed for portrait photographers, but is also well-suited to other photographic genres.
September 29, 2025 — Source

MOF sensor platform identifies gases more accurately with a 'speed camera' system
Researchers created a flexible sensor platform that detects gases and measures their movement speed through nanomaterials, enabling new applications from breath analysis to security.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Skinny Dipping Event Puts Ban on Photography After 'Too Many Cameras'
A skinny dipping event in the UK has been forced to implement what it calls photography restrictions after cameras became too prevalent.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Sony 28-70mm f/2 G Master versus G Master Primes -- Sharpness and Bokeh Face-Off
24mm versus 28mm: At f/2, both lenses were extremely sharp, with the zoom even producing more pleasing background blur due to focal length compression. At f/2.8, the differences became minimal, with both performing at a very high level. Wide open, the 24mm f/1.4 had the advantage in subject isolation, but the zoom was still remarkably close.
September 29, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Sony announced a new Global Shutter sensor with 105Mp and 100fps!
Sony today unveiled a new global shutter sensor with 105 MP and 100 fps. The sensor diagonal measures 39.7 mm, which is slightly smaller than the full-frame diagonal of 43.3 mm, but still larger than APS-C (26.8 mm). This sensor was developed for industrial use, but we can assume that some of these technologies will also be used in future Alpha camera sensors.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Sony's New Global Shutter Sensor Captures 105 Megapixels at 100FPS
Sony Semiconductor has announced a new high-speed, high-resolution image sensor called the IMX927, a backside-illuminated and stacked CMOS sensor with a global shutter. While designed for industrial use, it showcases Sony's sensor capabilities and may give some insight into what may trickle down to consumer devices.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Tilly Norwood is an AI Actress Seeking Hollywood Representation
The creator of an AI-generated actress says she is about to announce which talent agency will represent Tilly Norwood — the first creation to emerge from the AI studio Xicoia.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Tom Calton about the RX1rIII: Sony F***ed up
He thinks the Sony RX1R III is not a bad camera — it's compact, beautifully built, and delivers stunning 61MP image quality. But at $5,100 without IBIS, weather sealing, or even a new lens, it feels more like Sony chasing Leica's prestige than delivering real innovation. For most photographers, the A7CR offers the same performance at nearly half the price and with more flexibility. The RX1R III might please collectors, but for everyone else, it's a hard sell.
September 29, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Trump Once Again Says Movies Made Outside the US Will Face 100% Tariffs
President Donald Trump has once again threatened to impose 100% tariffs on movies made outside of the United States — but it remains unclear what that would actually look like.
September 29, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — September 26th, 2025

DJI Osmo Nano: 4K 60FPS Mode Vanishes After Update -- Rollback Possible, But Will DJI Bring It Back?
DJI Osmo Nano has become very popular after its release, and a lot of people are buying this ultralight 52-gram POV camera. This wearable camera is one of the best for cyclists, runners, and adventure seekers, as well as daily life content creators, to record their activities. But just after its purchase, many people have noticed that the camera comes with 4K 60FPS mode. But, with the recent firmware update, it quietly axed the 4K 60FPS option in 4:3 mode, which has made a lot of users frustrated and scrambling for solutions.
September 26, 2025 — Source

First leaked images of the new Sony 100mm f/2.8 GM OSS macro lens coming on September 30!
Here you have the first two leaked images showing the new Sony 100mm f/2.8 GM OSS macro lens that will be announced next week on September 30. The lens will be the successor of the now aging 90mm f/2.8 OSS G macro lens.
September 26, 2025 — Source

LensNode V1 Brings Realistic Lens Simulations to DaVinci Resolve
LensNode brings advanced, data-driven lens simulations to DaVinci Resolve. Using real-world optical data and GPU-powered performance, the plugin delivers authentic distortions, aberrations, and bokeh effects for filmmakers and post-production professionals.
September 26, 2025 — Source

'One Battle After Another' is the Latest Hollywood Blockbuster to be Filmed in VistaVision
Today marks the release of the much-hyped One Battle After Another starring Leonardo DiCaprio and directed by Paul Thomas Anderson. It is yet another production filmed in VistaVision — a mid-20th-century format that has been making a strong comeback after years in the wilderness.
September 26, 2025 — Source

Photoshop Has Added Google's Viral Nano Banana AI Model to Generative Fill
Adobe has added two popular AI image models to Photoshop Beta, including Google's viral Gemini 2.5 Flash Image, otherwise known as Nano Banana.
September 26, 2025 — Source

Satellite Photos Reveal 125-Mile Scar Left by Canadian Storm Visible from Space
Satellite photos reveal how a devastating hailstorm that swept across Canada last month left a 125-mile-long "scar" visible from space.
September 26, 2025 — Source

Scientists Photograph Newly-Discovered Marsupial In Peruvian Cloud Forest
A team of researchers discovered and photographed a new species of marsupial while exploring the Abiseo River National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site in the Peruvian Andes. The new little mammal is strange, tiny, and adorable, and only one specimen has been observed.
September 26, 2025 — Source

Sony China Marks 15 Years of Alpha — More Glass, More AI, More innovative tech
Sony marked the 15th anniversary of its α mirrorless line in China with a broad look at how the brand plans to keep growing: tighter ties to creators, more local investment, and a deeper, end-to-end ecosystem. While there were no explicit product teasers, the messaging strongly hints at continued updates to the three flagship pillars and a steady stream of GM glass.
September 26, 2025 — Source

Why Kids All Pose with the Peace Sign in Photos
From family snapshots to school pictures, children today almost always strike the peace sign, a simple V-shaped gesture that has quietly become a ubiquitous part of their photo poses.
September 26, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — September 25th, 2025

BBC Invokes Iconic War Photos in Film Calling for Western Journalists to Enter Gaza
The BBC, AFP, AP, and Reuters have collaborated on a film that uses powerful news photographs from past conflicts to demand access to Gaza.
September 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Canon RF 85mm f/1.4L VCM Review: Truly a Hybrid Lens
Two things that I love are 85mm lenses and Tokyo, Japan. I was fortunate to experience both, and PetaPixel's Jeremy Gray joined me for a week in Japan to visit Canon headquarters and the Utsunomiya optical factory. We missed Jordan on this trip, but Jeremy had never before visited Japan, and we wanted him to experience all that it has to offer for the first time.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Jury Trial Will Finally Decide Fate of Andy Warhol Photographer's Estate
A trial will finally decide the long-contested fate of Billy Name's estate, who was Andy Warhol's photographer, including the rights to his significant archive of images.
September 25, 2025 — Source

OnePlus' Next Flagship Smartphone Ditches Hasselblad's Cameras
OnePlus teased its newest flagship phone, the OnePlus 15, at today's Snapdragon Summit China, revealing two key pieces of information. The new handheld will be powered by the brand-new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, and it will feature a new camera system that ditches Hasselblad's engineering and participation.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Panasonic S1H II Specification Update [Latest Rumors -- September 2025]
Finally, some information related to the Panasonic S1H Mark II camera has surfaced, and now we have the latest specifications of the upcoming camera. The Panasonic S1H was announced back in 2019; it was one of Panasonic's flagship dedicated video mirrorless cameras. With its Netflix-approved capabilities and robust build, it influenced a lot of cinematographers. But now it's out of production, and people are waiting for its successor. As we know, the Panasonic S1 Mark II and the S1 Mark IIE were announced back in May 2025, and they are hybrid mirrorless cameras—not a true successor or, better to say, a video-focused camera like the original S1H series
September 25, 2025 — Source

Photographer Captures 'Cyberpunk' and 'Gotham' in the City of London
London, one of the great metropolises of the world, has been around since the days of Ancient Rome and continues to change, expand, and shift.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Sony talks about the future of the Alpha business: New sensors coming and more "innovative" lenses!
Sony has made it clear that it is currently working on a newly commissioned advanced process technology. This will enable the production of the new multi-layer stacking (three layers). In addition, the global shutter sensor technology for mirrorless cameras is to be improved.
September 25, 2025 — Source

The new Sigma lenses are now shipping!
New Sigma Lenses Start Shipping Today!
September 25, 2025 — Source

Viltrox Spark Z3 TTL Flash Offers Cyber Mech Style and Bright Light
Viltrox has announced the Spark Z3, a new on-camera flash that combines portability with practical power in a design that nods to futuristic aesthetics. Aimed at photographers seeking a reliable yet compact lighting tool, the Spark Z3 is designed to provide straightforward illumination for everyday shooting, portraits, and travel photography.
September 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

YoloCam S3 aims for unmatched livestreaming with larger 1/1.3" CMOS sensor
YoloLiv has been expanding its reach across the globe, serving livestreaming gear to over 170 countries around the world. This week, the company launched its new YoloCam S3, which aims to deliver true 4K clarity thanks to its 1/1.3" CMOS sensor.
September 25, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — September 22nd, 2025

A new source just sent me the first images of the Sony A7V...waiting for permission to post!
A new source just sent me images and a video of the new Sony A7V. He requested me to not post the entire images and now I asked me if I can share some "crops" of those images. I am awaiting his answer and if he agrees I will publish the images ASAP.
September 22, 2025 — Source

Albania Appoints an AI-Generated Minister to Fight Corruption
Albania has appointed the world's first AI-generated minister, which has made its first speech to the country's parliament promising to help fight corruption.
September 22, 2025 — Source

Biwin Introduces Amber CB500 CFexpress Type B Card
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September 22, 2025 — Source

Filmmakers Sue Burning Man for Not Allowing Them to Film Festival's Clean Up
Burning Man has been sued by two popular YouTube filmmakers who allege that event organizers blocked them from filming the festival's cleanup operations in the Nevada desert.
September 22, 2025 — Source

First Images of the Upcoming Sony A7V
A source just shared thew first two leaked images of the new Sony A7V. From the image on top we learn:
September 22, 2025 — Source

Photographer Reimagines 'Got Milk?' Campaign for New Generation
Los Angeles-based photographer Aldo Chacon has brought a contemporary vision to the 30th anniversary of the iconic Got Milk? campaign, capturing thousands of portraits across California.
September 22, 2025 — Source

The Spotlight Awards Celebrates the Very Best of Commercial Photography
The 15 winners of the 2025 Spotlight Awards have been announced, a competition that celebrates commercial photography and its practitioners.
September 22, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — September 19th, 2025

Bad Bunny Sued After Short Film Turns Man's Home Into Photo Destination
A man has filed a $1 million lawsuit against Bad Bunny for featuring his home in a short film — a move that has turned the property into a photo destination for tourists and fans.
September 19, 2025 — Source

DJI Mini 5 Pro Teardown: The 2g Overweight Issue That's Killing Sub-250g Dreams
The DJI Mini 5 Pro was announced just 2 days ago, on September 17, 2025. It is an ultralight category drone with a C0 marking and features a large 1-inch sensor, LiDAR for enhanced obstacle avoidance. So apart from all these great features, we also have extended recording time, as with the Plus battery, you can push the flight up to 52 minutes.
September 19, 2025 — Source

DJI Osmo 360 Review: Is It Great Enough To Overlook The Flaws?
DJI is looking to make a splash with its new Osmo 360 camera. For the past several years, the consumer 360 camera market has been almost exclusively the domain of Insta360, but competition is clearly starting to kick into gear. The big standout feature which DJI has in their corner is that the Osmo 360 features a 1-inch sensor. That should give it an advantage over most other consumer 360 cameras when it comes to image quality, and larger sensors are a key selling point for many creators.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Enchanting 'Camera House' Could Be Yours for $785,000
Tucked away in southwest Portland sits a photographer's potential dream home: the 'Camera House,' nicknamed for its resemblance to a vintage box camera.
September 19, 2025 — Source

FBI Seizes Wedding Videographer's Hard Drives, Leaving Couples Without Footage
At least 52 couples fear they may never see their wedding photos after the FBI seized a popular videographer's hard drives months ago.
September 19, 2025 — Source

How to Emulate Film Grain in Your Digital Photos
Every few years, I write an updated version of the Film Grain Emulation guide. I do this because my passion drives me to learn more, and my understanding of film grain changes significantly. Today, I am going to try to break this down based on grain characteristics and make this complicated topic easy to understand for all photographers chasing a nostalgic feel in their edits.
September 19, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Italy Passes Groundbreaking AI Law Targeting Criminals Who Make Deepfakes
Italy has enacted the European Union's first national law specifically regulating artificial intelligence, setting penalties and safeguards intended to curb misuse while encouraging innovation.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Leica Akademie Introduces Playing Cards With a Creative Twist
eica has unveiled a new product blending play and practice: the Leica Akademie Playing Cards, a standard 52-card deck designed to offer photographers weekly inspiration alongside traditional gameplay.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Review: Viltrox AF 14mm 4.0 FE
We have already seen some affordable compact ultra wide angle lenses from the Chinese manufacturers, but so far none of them came with autofocus. Thanks to Viltrox this is about to change, so let's have a look together at this Viltrox AF 14mm 4.0 FE.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Sony A7V Rumors: Release Date, Specs, Price & Everything We Know in September 2025
See the latest information related to the Sony A7V camera that surfaced on the web. Now, before we jump to the set of information, let me tell you one thing: at thenewcamera.com, we are continuously tracking information related to the Sony A7V camera, whether it comes from insider email leaks or any other source. We are continuously analyzing and posting the specifications on our website.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Sony USA May Raise Prices by 10% on September 22?
An anonymous source told me that on September 22, Sony USA may raise the prices of cameras, lenses, and accessories by up to 10%. I hope this turns out to be wrong — but since other manufacturers have recently increased their prices, there's a real chance Sony will follow.
September 19, 2025 — Source

The Magnificent Finalists of Weather Photographer of the Year 2025
It's no secret that the British are obsessed with the weather; therefore it should come as no surprise that the country hosts the Standard Chartered Weather Photographer of the Year 2025 Competition.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Unboxing the Kodak Blind Box Camera: A Deep Dive into the Charmera Keychain Digital Camera
Kodak, a leading brand in compact cameras, has announced a new market sensation, the Kodak Blind Box Camera. This tiny marvel, officially known as the Kodak Charmera Keychain Digital Camera. Just after the announcement of this camera, it has almost sold out in all the stores, except for a few. In this article, we have covered all the details. Searching for the Kodak camera keychain digital camera? You have come to the right place. Before we begin, let me tell you that this particular camera is actually inspired by a 1980s Kodak disposable camera, known as the blind box edition. Kodak is continuing the blind box series even in the digital age. The small, tiny camera brings a fun element of surprise to photography enthusiasts.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Viltrox AF 9mm F2.8 Air Overview
Manufacturer description: The Viltrox AF 9mm F2.8 Air is a compact and lightweight ultrawide-angle prime lens for Sony E-mount and Nikon Z-mount APS-C cameras. It features an STM motor for fast and quiet autofocus, a fast F2.8 maximum aperture and uses a 58mm filter thread.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Viltrox Concludes Air Series with Two New $199 Ultra-Wide Lenses
Viltrox has wrapped up its popular Air Series with the release of two new lenses, one designed for APS-C systems and the other for full-frame cameras.
September 19, 2025 — Source

We Tested This AI Smartphone Gimbal That Makes Mobile Filming Foolproof
The Hohem iSteady V3 Ultra is a compact smartphone gimbal that combines AI-powered tracking, smooth stabilization, and versatile creative features for mobile content creators. We put it to the test to see just how effective an AI-assisted gimbal can be.
September 19, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — September 16th, 2025

August 2025 camera sales at Mapcamera: Fujifilm takes it all but Sony RX1rIII sells better than I expected!
We all rolled our eyes when Sony revealed the RX1R III at $5,098 (with a tiny $100 cashback... lol). But maybe this will turn into another "Sony A1 II moment." Remember how that camera initially sparked mixed reactions for offering only modest updates? In the end, it became a real hot seller.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Canon Compact Camera Comeback: Sales Soared 187%
As we all know, over the past decade, smartphones have dominated camera sales. Specifically, the compact cameras were the ones that got major hits with the arrival of smartphones. But, surprisingly, from the beginning of 2025, we have seen a great demand for Compact cameras among Gen Z, and this huge demand is now doing a dramatic revival of Canon's compact lineup.
September 16, 2025 — Source

China's Popular Landmarks Enforce 60-Second Photo Rule for Tourists
Some of China's most popular tourist landmarks are now employing attendants with timers to ensure each visitor has only one minute to take photographs.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Just announced: New Venus Optics Laowa 180mm f/4.5 1.5x Ultra-Macro APO FE Lens
Venus Optics just announced this new Laowa 180mm f/4.5 1.5x Ultra-Macro APO FE Lens
September 16, 2025 — Source

Group of Models Sue Nightclub for 'Altering' Their Photos
Six professional models have filed a lawsuit against a nightclub for using and altering their photos in ads without permission or compensation.
September 16, 2025 — Source

High-Energy Hyperlapse Takes a Tour Through the Stunning City of Valencia
Timelapse photographer Kirill Neiezhmakov has turned his attention to Valencia, using clever transitions to tell the story of the Spanish city.
September 16, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Photo-Cropping Trend Resurfaces on Social Media
Photographers know the difficulties of having to crop an image to a specific aspect ratio, and social media users are using this conundrum for a trend that is not exactly new.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Polaroid x Thrasher Collab Embraces the Chaos and Community of Skateboarding
Polaroid and Thrasher have teamed up to release a limited-edition Polaroid Now camera and matching film, celebrating skateboarding's creativity, grit, and community-driven spirit.
September 16, 2025 — Source

SongRaw Expands its 'Moonlit' Lens Series with the 85mm f/1.2
SongRaw — a relative newcomer to camera lenses based out of China — has announced the AF 85mm f/1.2 Moonlit full-frame lens for Sony E-mount, Nikon Z-mount, and (eventually) Leica L-mount.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Street Photographer Captures the Soul of the World's Cities
Street photographer Phil Penman is most associated with New York City having lived there since the early 2000s. But for his latest project, he expanded his gaze to all around the world.
September 16, 2025 — Source

The Sony Kando report from BHphoto and Adorama...nothing to report :)
Sony USA just held a new Kando meeting — and the biggest news is... that there was no new gear announced.
September 16, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — September 9th, 2025

Adobe Launches Premiere for Mobile As Part of Fall Update
Adobe has launched a mobile version of Premiere specifically designed for content creators on the g
September 9, 2025 — Source

And here comes the next Sony FX3 competitor leak: Nikon Zr specs and images
A Youtuber leaked the Nikon Zr review (now removed) and here are the Nikon Zr specs:
September 9, 2025 — Source

Best Lenses for Canon C50 Camera: Unlock Epic Cinematic Power with CN-R and RF Lenses in 2025
The Canon C50, a filmmaker powerhouse camera, is now official. The C50 major features include 3:2 open-gate recording, 7K RAW footage, a dedicated mode to capture 4K at 120 frames per second, and above this, an anamorphic de-squeeze. All these features that we are getting in this camera, we have never expected, at least from Canon. Hey, cripple hammer, are u slipping right now?
September 9, 2025 — Source

Can the Canon EOS C50 End the Sony FX3’s Reign of Hybrid Dominance?
Canon unveiled the EOS C50 this morning, a 7K full-frame video-first hybrid camera priced at $3,899. Its most obvious competitor, aside from Canon’s own R5 C, is the Sony FX3. Does Canon’s new C50 give Sony something to worry about?
September 9, 2025 — Source

Canon Adds the 85mm f/1.4L VCM to Its Hybrid Lens Series
Canon has announced the 85mm f/1.4L VCM lens, which is the fifth in its hybrid prime lens series. It joins the 20mm f/1.4L, the 24mm f/1.4L, 35mm f/1.4L, and 50mm f/1.4L, all of which share the same physical dimensions to make using them on rigs for video simpler.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Canon brings back viral point-and-shoot camera, but at a much higher price point
The new camera is based on tech that's nearly a decade old
September 9, 2025 — Source

Canon C50 Official Press Release
Canon has now officially announced the Canon C50 Consumer-level Mirrorless camera. This is the official canon press release of the C50. The Canon C50 camera’s detailed specification is here
September 9, 2025 — Source

Canon C50 Price: Detailed Breakdown for USA, UK, Japan and Europe
The Canon C50 camera has been officially announced. The camera features impressive specifications, such as 7K open-gate internal RAW recording at 60 frames per second, 4K video recording at 120 frames per second and above all it also has a brand new detachable XLR top handle made by Canon specifically for more professional control and high-grade audio integration. The camera is scheduled to ship by the end of Q4 2025. This camera actually positions itself as one of the strongest competitor models like the Sony FX3. Now, the C50 is able to blend high-end video capabilities in a very lightweight design.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Canon C50 Specifications
The Canon C50 specification is now officially available, offering a blend of high-end cinema camera features in a compact camera body. So the Canon C50 is actually the latest edition of compact consumer-grade cinema mirrorless camera specifications and professional hybrid shooters, those who love to have professional quality video without carrying a bulk load. In this comprehensive guide to the Canon C50 specifications, we will delve into the details by exploring its key features, including a detailed specification table and unique innovations introduced by Canon.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Canon C400 Will Get Open Gate Recording Via Firmware Update
Canon is adding multiple new features to the R5 C, C400, C80, and C70 to bring those cameras more in line with the capabilities of the newly-announced C50. The most notable is open gate recording coming to the C400, but the updates also brings several other features to the four cameras including expanded view options, support fro CineServo lenses, better focus peaking, and more.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Canon EOS C50 Review (so far)
The EOS C50 is a hybrid Cinema EOS camera offering 7K 60p internal RAW video recording and 32 megapixel still photos.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Canon is bringing back a point-and-shoot from 2016 with fewer features and a higher price (it’s viral)
The PowerShot Elph 360 HS came out nearly 10 years ago, but it’s now getting an ‘A’ model rerelease.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A (PowerShot IXUS 285 HS A) Overview
The PowerShot ELPH 360HS A is an update to Canon's compact camera with a 20.2MP Type 1/2.3 sensor and a 4.5-54mm (25-300mm equiv.) lens. It features the same Digic 4+ processor and ability to capture 1080p video at 30p, but trades the full-size SD card slot for a microSD one.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Canon RF 85mm F1.4L VCM Review (so far)
The Canon RF 85mm F1.4L VCM is a fast portrait prime lens for Canon RF-mount 35mm full-frame mirrorless cameras.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Canon RF 85mm F1.4 L VCM Overview
 
September 9, 2025 — Source

Full-Frame Canon EOS C50 Is Canon’s Smallest and Lightest Cinema Camera
The Canon EOS C50 is a new compact full-frame cinema camera that channels the R5 C’s hybrid spirit. The C50 features a brand-new 7K full-frame CMOS image sensor, RF mount, flexible design, and Canon’s acclaimed Dual Pixel CMOS AF II technology.
September 9, 2025 — Source

HP’s New FilmScan Is a Simple Way to Digitize Film Slides and Negatives
The new HP FilmScan 5” Touch Screen Scanner promises a simple, all-in-one solution for preserving analog photos digitally.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Is the Canon C50 the R5 C Successor People Have Been Waiting For?
Canon unveiled the EOS C50 this morning and the new RF mount-equipped full-frame cinema camera, Canon’s smallest and lightest Cinema EOS series camera to date, seems like it could be the awaited successor to the Canon EOS R5 C hybrid camera. But is it? Let’s see how the two cameras face off.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Just announced: Is this new Canon C50 the “Sony FX3 Killer”?
Canon has just announce the C50 compact Full Frame Cine camera. This is the camera that is going for the Sony FX3 kill. It’s $200 cheaper than the Sony but has some features the Sony has not:
September 9, 2025 — Source

NASCAR Criticized for Endangering Cameraman
There was a scary incident at this weekend’s NASCAR event in Illinois when a car got perilously close to a cameraman.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Officially announced: New Sigma 135mm f/1.4 (WOW!) 35mm f/1.2 II and 20-200mm lenses!
Introduction at Explora. ART 135mm F1.4 DG Impression by Ara Coutts. ART 135mm F1.4 DG Impression by Marc Haers. 35mm Impressions by Abigail Steed. 35mm Impressions by Yuichiro Fujishiro. 20–200mm Impression by Herve Rannu. 20–200mm Impression by Syuhei Inoue.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Pope Francis’ Leica M-A Set to be Auctioned for Charity
A unique Leica camera and lens that belonged to Pope Francis is set to be sold for an estimated $80,000 at the Leitz Photographica Auction.
September 9, 2025 — Source

RED Cuts V-Raptor X Starting Price in Half With Streamlined XE Cinema Camera
RED Digital Cinema, a Nikon-owned company, added another camera to its Z Cinema lineup today: the high-end V-Raptor XE. It is a streamlined version of the V-Raptor [X] and available in both Nikon Z and Canon RF mount versions.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3 DG Contemporary Overview
 
September 9, 2025 — Source

Sigma 20-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DG Contemporary Is a World’s First Full-Frame Zoom Lens
Sigma announced the 20-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DG Contemporary, the world’s first 20-200mm zoom lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG II Art Overview
 
September 9, 2025 — Source

Sigma 135mm F1.4 DG Art Overview
 
September 9, 2025 — Source

Sigma’s 28-45mm T2, Its First-Ever Autofocus Cine Lens, Arrives in November
Sigma has announced that it’s first-ever autofocus-equipped cinema lens will be arriving in November. The 28-45mm T2 FF, which has been in development for over a year, will cost $3,399.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Surprise: Tamron announced the development of a new 25-200mm f/2.8-5.6 lens!
I am a current happy owner of the Tamron 28-200mm lens. And topay Tamron made me even happier as they announced the will soon launch a new version with a wider focal length: The 25-200mm f/2.8-5.6. I will buy it for sure!
September 9, 2025 — Source

Tamron Responds to Sigma’s 20-200mm Lens With a 25-200mm f/2.8-5.6 Full-Frame Zoom
Only a handful of hours after Sigma announced the 20-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DG Contemporary lens for full-frame E-mount and L-Mount cameras, Tamron revealed that it’s working on a 25-200mm f/2.8-5.6 Di III VXD G2 (Model A075) zoom lens for full-frame E-mount cameras.
September 9, 2025 — Source

The Sigma 135mm f/1.4 Art Is a First-of-Its Kind for Modern Cameras
Sigma has announced the 135mm f/1.4 DG Art lens, the world’s first 135mm f/1.4 autofocus prime lens designed for full-frame mirrorless cameras. It is also the longest focal length prime lens in Sigma’s venerable Art series.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Ultra-Fast Sigma 35mm f/1.2 DG II Art Is Smaller, Lighter, and Sharper
Sigma’s new and improved 35mm f/1.2 DG II Art lens sports a new name, smaller design, faster autofocus, and better image quality.
September 9, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — September 5th, 2025

NASA Perseverance Rover Photographs Rock on Mars That Looks Like a Turtle
NASA's Mars Perseverance Rover has been exploring Jezero Crater on Mars since it landed on the planet on February 18, 2021. Since then, it has made many remarkable discoveries and captured hundreds of thousands of incredible photos. A recent photo shows a close-up of a Martian rock, it looks a lot like a turtle.
September 5, 2025 — Source

These Simple Techniques Will Help You Reliably Take Sharp Photos
There are small pieces of information that can make a big difference to your enjoyment of photography and your success at taking better pictures.
September 5, 2025 — Source

Trump Photo Shows The Perils of AI Upscaling Tools
Over the Labor Day weekend, rumors swirled about President Trump's health. On Monday, Getty Images photographer Andrew Caballero-Reynolds captured a grainy image of Trump leaving the White House.
September 5, 2025 — Source

Wild rumors roundup: A7V and FX8
About those rumors: I have no idea who sent them and 90% of the times they turn out to be wrong. But, it happened in the past that a couple of those were right. So I will post them today, and we all together can eventually keep track of this. If one of the sources turns out to be right than we will know we can trust it a bit more!
September 5, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — September 4th, 2025

7Artisans Debuts Affordable AF 35mm f/1.8 for Full-Frame Sony Cameras
A new budget-friendly prime lens has arrived for Sony full-frame shooters, adding another option to the growing third-party market. 7Artisans' new AF 35mm f/1.8 prime is compact and designed for both photography and video.
September 4, 2025 — Source

Adobe Premiere on iPhone Promises Pro-Level Editing for Free
Adobe is taking another crack at mobile video editing by bringing its professional video editing app, Premiere, to iPhone later this month for free and Android later down the line.
September 4, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

'AI Image' of Luigi Mangione Modeling a Shirt Appears on Shein Website
An image of Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, has appeared on the Shein website showing him modeling a shirt for the fashion brand's spring/summer clothing line.
September 4, 2025 — Source

Canon C50 Fan-Made AI Concept Image: A Creative Take on the Rumored Compact Cinema Powerhouse
So obviously, the Canon C50 official announcement is on September 9, 2025, and just a few days away, our email, Twitter, and Facebook pages are getting images of the Canon C50. Obviously, most of them are fan-made, but some of them look so real that even I get confused sometimes. We have decided to share one with you, so you can also have an idea of what the Canon C50 will look like. Potentially one of the biggest Sony FX3 challengers is finally coming, and we don't want to keep it to ourselves.
September 4, 2025 — Source

DJI Mirrorless Camera: September 2025 Rumors - Fact or Fiction?
Is the DJI Mirrorless camera really coming? Rumors say it's, I am really very much excited about it. I would really love to see the DJI Fullframe and APS-C Mirrorless camera lineup to compete against Sony, Canon, and Nikon Mirrorless cameras. But I was holding myself to publish an article on this topic and was waiting for further verification from my source. Even though mainstream media sites like Yahoo/Tech and Digital Camera World already covered these leaks, without before verification or an official announcement, lets have a look step by step at how it started and how everything is going now.
September 4, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

DZOFilm Reveals Second Generation Vespid Prime Cine Lenses
DZOFilm has just introduced the Vespid Prime II cinema lens series, a second-generation lineup aimed at improving resolution and color accuracy while reducing chromatic aberration and lens flares.
September 4, 2025 — Source

How To Buy A Used Digital Camera: What To Look For (No Matter Price Or Brand)
Photography is an incredibly rewarding hobby — and for many, it's a fruitful career. If you're exploring photography for the first time or upgrading on a budget, we've gone ahead and run down all the information you'll need when buying a new (used, that is,) digital camera. If you're into portraits, travel, or video, or you have absolutely no idea where to start — there's something on this list for everyone.
September 4, 2025 — Source

Innovative Australian Photography Festival Announces Closure
PHOTO Australia, an ambitious photography festival that displayed large-scale prints in public spaces, has announced it is permanently closing.
September 4, 2025 — Source

Laowa has revealed its roadmap featuring six upcoming lenses
Laowa has displayed the images and specs of size new lenses:
September 4, 2025 — Source

Message to the source of the Sony A7V rumor!
About an hour ago, someone used the contact form to send me new info about the Sony A7V. Since no email was provided, this is my only way to respond:
September 4, 2025 — Source

Share your adventures with the GoPro Hero 12 Black Creator Edition for its lowest price yet
From skateboarding to surfing, take this action camera wherever you go
September 4, 2025 — Source

The Image-to-Video Tool in Google Photos Now Uses Veo 3
Google is adding Veo 3 to Google Photos, allowing users to turn their still images into higher quality short video clips.
September 4, 2025 — Source

The Meike 35mm f/1.8 Pro Is What a Budget Lens Should Be
In an effort to learn to love the 35mm full-frame focal length, I took the latest Meike 35mm f/1.8 Pro lens out for a spin. The Meike 35mm f/1.8 is an affordable take on the popular focal length, but it has some handy tricks up its sleeve that belie its lower cost. Many creatives who are looking for a compact and sharp lens will find the Meike 35mm ideal for street photography and travel.
September 4, 2025 — Source

This Battered Leica Could Be Yours for $500,000
An exceptionally rare 70-year-old Leica that is listed as "heavily used" is expected to fetch $500,000 at auction next month.
September 4, 2025 — Source

XbotGo Unveils Next Generation Falcon, Raises More Than $1 Million in First Two Hours on Kickstarter
Within two hours of Falcon's Kickstarter debut on September 2, 2025 for an exclusive early access opportunity, eager sports technology enthusiasts pledged more than $1 million to fund the project. The pledges skyrocketed past XbotGo's humble $5000 goal for Falcon. The result even eclipsed the company's previous Kickstarter campaign that raised more than $300,000 to develop the widely successful Chameleon model.
September 4, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — September 1st, 2025

Business Logic Goes Out The Window — The Rangefinder Window, That Is
For the article, I borrowed some Leica cameras and lenses, graciously loaned to me from Camera West. This allowed me to make the needed comparisons with the Leica SL2-S.
September 1, 2025 — Source

Hasselblad brings LiDAR autofocus to mirrorless cameras for the first time
From add-on to integrated feature
September 1, 2025 — Source

Just announced: New Viltrox 56mm f/1.2 APS-C E-mount lens
The new Viltrox 56mm f/1.2 APS-C E-mount lens is now available for preorder at BHphoto, Amazon, Viltrox.
September 1, 2025 — Source

Nikon Z Cinema Cameras to Feature Dual Display - Patent Revealed
It looks like theNikon will be going to redefine cinematography forever, after the acquisition of RED DIGITAL Cinema camera -- a powerhouse in Raw video capture -- Nikon has filed a patent, which clearly hints that the future Nikon Z cinema cameras will have an integrated revolutionary dual display system. So, this is not an incremental update; this is a revolutionary upgrade that has never been tried by any camera maker to date. Both of the displays will prove to be a game-changer for cinematographers. So, they can have seamless control over the optimised video processing.
September 1, 2025 — Source

Meet a 17-Year-Old Photographer Revealing the Hidden Side of Wildlife
While many teenagers are absorbed in screens, Denat Lahi spends his nights and early mornings tracking foxes and pine martens.
September 1, 2025 — Source

Novachips' New CFexpress For Sony Cameras is Cheaper Than an SD Card
Novachips, a South Korean-based memory manufacturer, announced that its new 400GB CFexpress Type A memory card — the type used by Sony cameras — costs just $140, which it says is less than some V60 and many V90 SD cards, but packs more than double the speed and nearly twice the storage capacity.
September 1, 2025 — Source

Say farewell to this Zeiss FE lens — it's now officially discontinued!
Asobinet reports that the Zeiss Loxia 50mm f/2.0 has been officially marked as discontinued in Japan. The end of an era for one of the first native E-mount primes that carried the Zeiss badge. Farewell to a lens that helped shape the reputation of the FE system in its formative years.
September 1, 2025 — Source

Sigma's New 200mm f/2.0 Wows in Tests -- PCMag Calls It "Outstanding"
The Sigma 200mm F2 DG OS Sports is a stunner, both in terms of the images it captures and the speed and accuracy with which it focuses. And while it's more expensive than pro zooms at $3,299, it leaves nothing to be desired. Photographers who cover indoor sports in venues with so-so illumination will appreciate its aperture, and the lens is just as good a tool for portraiture and other scenes that isolate a subject from its surroundings.
September 1, 2025 — Source

The Portrait Master Project sounds ambitious -- can Vivo really change how you shoot portraits?
Here is Diane Villadsen -- a professional photographer, shooting with the Vivo V60.
September 1, 2025 — Source

Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.2 Pro Promises Gorgeous Bokeh for Under $600
Viltrox's new AF 56mm f/1.2 Pro lens for Sony E, Fujifilm X, and Nikon Z APS-C mirrorless cameras promises professional performance and silky-smooth bokeh for a relatively affordable price of just $580.
September 1, 2025 — Source

Viltrox Has Joined the L-Mount Alliance
Optics and camera technology manufacturer Viltrox has, alongside Leica, announced that it has joined the L-mount alliance and will develop future lenses for the standard.
September 1, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Vivo V60 is here a mere 6 months after the V50: that's what I call an upgrade!
There's a telephoto camera now, plus a larger battery on board.
September 1, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — August 29th, 2025

Anthropic Reaches Settlement in Landmark AI Copyright Case with US Authors
Artificial intelligence company Anthropic has reached a settlement in a high-profile class action lawsuit brought by a group of U.S. authors who alleged the company used pirated books to train its AI systems without permission or compensation.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Canon G7X Mark III Restock - Latest Updates and Where to Buy in 2025
Canon G7 X Mark III restock has finally arrived bringing good news for photographers those who are actually waiting for a long time as of August 29 2025 the highly demandable compact camera from Canon the Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III is back in stock at major retailers now this particular compact camera is very well known for its exceptional image quality and vlogging capability and it is also quite bit popular among content creators in the past so we are here at thenewcamera.com will give you the details about the Canon G7 X Mark III restock
August 29, 2025 — Source

Canon Had the Top Camera Market Share in 2024
Among Japanese camera manufacturers, Canon sold the most cameras in 2024. Furthermore, in good news for the camera industry overall, nearly every manufacturer sold more cameras in 2024 than in 2023.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Canon Leads Global Camera Shipments in 2024, Sony in Second Place
The Nikkei Industry Map 2026 has revealed the 2024 camera market share by units for each manufacturer.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Canon R6 Mark III - 2025 Announcement Confirmed, Field Testing Complete
We are really thrilled to share with you that we are now 100% confirmed that the Canon R6 Mark III camera announcement will happen in 2025, and we are expecting its arrival after September. As per the initial information we have, no further delay will happen related to Canon R6 Mark III. So that's really very good news would like to share with you that the highly anticipated camera will have a significant leap, or better to say a major jump in the core specification compared to its predecessor, the Canon R6 Mark II camera
August 29, 2025 — Source

DJI-Owned Hasselblad Releases First Mirrorless Camera with LiDAR Autofocus
The luxury camera brand's new X2DII camera brings a former gimmick technology into the big leagues.
August 29, 2025 — Source

DZOFilm's Upgraded Vespid2 Cine Primes Are Even Faster
DZOFilm has released the Vespid2, a refreshed line of cinema prime lenses designed to deliver sharper image quality, reduced chromatic aberration in the center, and a more consistent bokeh across focal lengths, aiming to provide a refined yet accessible option for filmmakers.
August 29, 2025 — Source

First Leaked Image of the Bokeh King -- Sigma 135mm f/1.4
For the first time ever, Sigma has built a lens that no one else dared to create — a true BOKEH King, designed to rule them all. Introducing the Sigma 135mm f/1.4 for Sony E and Leica L-mount. With a massive 105mm filter thread and weighing 1350g, this isn't exactly a lightweight lens — yet it's still 300g lighter while matching the size of Sigma's other legendary 105mm prime.
August 29, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

First review of the new Astrhori 6mm f/2.8 Full-frame Circular Fisheye Lens
The Astrhori 6mm F2.8 Fisheye (299$) is a unique circular fisheye with a record field of view of 220°. Results are very good to excellent in term of sharpness. Very good color rendition and bokeh but bad resistance to flare
August 29, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

GoPro Needs to Get Its Act Together if These Leaks for DJI's Tiny Action Camera Are Real
DJI took a page from Insta360 on a camera you can stick almost anywhere.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Hasselblad Has a Winner, and Did We NEED the GR IV? | The PetaPixel Podcast
This week on the PetaPixel podcast, the team discusses the Hasselblad X2D II 100C and the Ricoh GR IV. Two very different cameras, but both have their merits. But while the Hasselblad actually came down in price compared to its predecessor, the opposite is true of the GR IV. So, was it worth it?
August 29, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

How Many Photographers Are Making Over $300,000 a Year?
How many photographers are men? What are the most common types of professional photography? How old are photographers in the biz? The State of the Photo Industry Survey 2024 considers all these questions and many more.
August 29, 2025 — Source

New info and specs of the upcoming Laowa 200mm f/2.0 FE lens!
Some more info about that exciting new Laowa 200mm lens:
August 29, 2025 — Source

RØDECaster Video Update 1.2.0 : Adds NDI and Simplifies Multi-Camera Setups
What if you could transform your video production workflow with a single update? The latest RØDECaster Video firmware update, v1.2.0, promises to do just that by introducing NDI (Network Device Interface) support, a innovative feature for anyone working with multi-camera setups. Imagine ditching the tangle of traditional video cables and seamlessly connecting up to four NDI video inputs and one output over a local Ethernet network.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Rollei Analog Is Teasing Something 'Big' for Film Photographers
Rollei Analog made its first Instagram post in nearly four years to tease "big plans" and "new projects."
August 29, 2025 — Source

The Finalists of the AOP Photography Awards 2025
The Finalists of the AOP Photography Awards 2025
August 29, 2025 — Source

This Gigantic 1970s Camera Gyro Shows How Far Tech Has Come
The BBC recently shared a fascinating news report from all the way back in 1970, which featured a state-of-the-art camera accessory at the time: a gyro-stabilized camera.
August 29, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Photography — August 25th, 2025

Alex Barrera loves the new Sony RX1rIII because it can go to places where other cameras can't go!
After all the "hate" let's also see some positive review of the new Sony RX1rIII. While the camera has faced a mixed reception online, particularly due to its $5,100 price tag, Alex argues that many critics are missing the bigger picture.
August 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Alibaba Unveils An Open Source, Text-Based, AI Photo Editor
China-based e-commerce giant Alibaba's AI research team has released an open-source, text-based AI photo editor that the developers claim brings "state-of-the-art" image editing performance that supports both English and Chinese prompts.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Bringing My Favorite Photos to Life With Lumaprints
Lumaprints' print-on-demand service gave me the perfect way to celebrate two of my most cherished images by turning them into gallery-quality prints, an experience that sparked a deeper appreciation for the craft of printing and why it remains essential for photographers today.
August 25, 2025 — Source

'I'm a Victim and Totally Innocent' Says US Open Photographer Who Walked Onto the Court
The photographer who made international headlines after interrupting a pivotal match point in a US Open tennis match last night has broken his silence, stating that he did nothing wrong and is a victim of an online mob.
August 25, 2025 — Source

GoPro Has Designed an Osmo Pocket Competitor with Modular Pieces
The DJI Osmo Pocket 3 is not only the most popular camcorder on the planet, it's one of the most popular camera devices, period. It is also occupying its niche pretty much uncontested, as only a smartphone or an action camera are modern viable competitors. That might not remain the case for long, however, as GoPro has designed a competitor.
August 25, 2025 — Source

GoPro Hero 14 Rumors: Price, Release Date, Specs, and GoPro's Exciting Roadmap
As the action camera market is heating up, with DJI and Insta360 pushing the boundaries of specifications, we are waiting for GoPro's next flagship — the GoPro Hero 14 camera. While the official announcement is about to happen, the rumour mills are buzzing with the latest details and specifications of the upcoming camera. So here's everything that we know so far.
August 25, 2025 — Source

How to transform a zoom lens into a short compact prime lens :)
When you said you wanted a lightweight lens... this isn't what I meant
August 25, 2025 — Source

Just announced: New Viltrox Camera Lens Cleaning Travel Kit
Viltrox launched this new affordable Lens Cleaning kit.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Nikon Rules Japan! 4 Models Top Yodobashi's August 2025 Camera Sales Chart!
Nikon's latest sales data is coming from Japan Yodobashi Camera, a leading Japanese electronic retailer. According to the stats, the top 10 best-selling interchangeable lens cameras — Nikon steals the show since it stands out with 4 models in the ranking, more than any other brand, highlighting its popularity in the lens lineup.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Photo-Seeking Tourists Cause Traffic Accidents to Double Around Mount Fuji
Foreign tourists seeking photographs have reportedly caused traffic accidents to double around Mount Fuji in the last year.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Photographer is Ejected From US Open After Interrupting Match Point and Sparking Chaos
A photographer who entered onto a tense US Open tennis court during a critical moment sparked chaos as his presence caused match point to be replayed, sending Russian star Daniil Medvedev into a frenzy.
August 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Photographer Sues Detroit Lions Over Use of Jared Goff High School Photos
A photographer has filed a lawsuit against the Detroit Lions, alleging the NFL team used his photos of quarterback Jared Goff without proper licensing.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Photographer Upends His Whole Life to Chase Auroras Around the Arctic
One night in 2018, I was viewing the international space station through a telescope in the observatory of Helsinki. Suddenly, I looked into the opposite direction and there, for the first time ever, I would see the northern lights dancing over the city below. The experience was otherworldly and I wanted to see them again and again.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Photographer's Images of Hurricane Katrina Aftermath Still Shock 20 Years Later
20 years ago, Hurricane Katrina ravaged New Orleans claiming 1,833 lives — one of the worst U.S. disasters of all time.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Ricoh Discontinues the GR III as the GR IV Steps in to Take Its Place
As the company promised earlier this summer, Ricoh has discontinued the GR III as it prepares to replace it with the forthcoming GR IV.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Terrifying Moment Motorcyle Almost Hits Cameraman During Race
During the MotoGP race this weekend in Hungary, a cameraman had a scary moment when a crashing motorcycle came flipping toward him and very nearly hit him as he was standing atop a broadcast podium.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Why Sony Needs to Bring Back Minolta NOW to Beat the Nikon Zf!
In 2013, Sony launched the first full-frame mirrorless camera. Since then, the basic design has remained unchanged. With the Sony A7c, we got a rangefinder-style version.
August 25, 2025 — Source

YouTube is Secretly Editing Users' Videos Without Their Consent
YouTube has been quietly using AI to alter people's videos without telling them or asking for permission.
August 25, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — August 22nd, 2025

Backlight Is a Powerful Subscription-Free Web App Built for Photographers
While there are many website builders and publishing services online, few are specifically designed for photographers and professional-quality photo sharing. That's where The Turning Gate's Backlight 6 comes in.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Best photo editing software 2025: My favorite editors bring your photography to life
There's more out there than just Photoshop. Check out our top picks for the best photo editing software for professional polishing and creative effects.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Florida Man Airlifted to Hospital After Posing for Photo With Shark
A Florida fisherman took too long posing with a shark for a photo and the creature took a chunk out of his leg.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Haukland Teams With Wildlife Photographer Simon d'Entremont for Feature-Packed Jacket
Acclaimed Canadian nature and wildlife photographer Simon d'Entremont teamed up with Haukland to make a custom "Signature Edition" jacket for outdoor photographers. It comes in an Earthy olive green tone.
August 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Insta360 Go Ultra: Official Launch Specs, Pricing, and How It Compares to DJI Osmo Nano
Insta360 officially announced the Go Ultra model on August 21, 2025. The new model features a cuboid design and enhanced battery life alongside superior video capabilities that make it one of the best POV cameras to date. The camera is specifically made for adventure content creators and weighs only 52.9 g (alone camera). Although it is slightly heavy, it is packed with more features and power without sacrificing portability, so let's dive into the full details, including specifications, with the rival DJI OSMO Nano.
August 22, 2025 — Source

New lenses coming end of August: Viltrox 56mm f/1.2 APS-C and SG-image 85mm f/1.8 FE
The chinese manufacturers never sleep! Within the next week we will get:
August 22, 2025 — Source

Newly Unsealed Videos Shows TikTok Staff Worrying That App Keeps Young Users Hooked
Newly unsealed videos show TikTok employees worrying that the platform's potentially addictive features could harm young users' mental health, and they may "never want to leave" the app.
August 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Nikon Forced to Again Increase Camera and Lens Prices in the US
Nikon will raise its prices again on September 1 in the United States in response to tariffs.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm F2.8 S II Guide 2025: Price, Reviews, Samples & Where to Buy
Nikon has finally announced the new NIKKOR Z 24-70 f/2.8 Mark II lens. The lens features a second-generation build that primarily optimizes the autofocus system of this lens, which is now more lightweight, faster, better for tracking, and much more optimized for Nikon's upcoming cinema series of cameras. At the very same time, the optical performance of the Nikon 24-70 f/2.8 Mark II has also been improved, so it is a versatile upgrade for both still and video shooters. Whether you are a wedding photographer, videographer, fashion or event shooter, all your professional storytelling needs will be met with the updates from inside to outside of this lens. In this guide, we have covered everything that you would need to know.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Photographer Sick of Paying Subscription Fees Builds His Own Apps
A photographer and software developer fed up with paying endless subscription fees has decided to help himself — and his fellow photographers — by building not one, but four free apps.
August 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

The Godox AD400Pro II Outdoor Flash Is Faster and More Versatile
Godox continues to expand its portable lighting system with the release of the AD400Pro II, the latest addition to its Witstro series. Building on the success of the original AD400Pro, this new model introduces upgraded features for greater control, speed, and versatility in studio and outdoor environments.
August 22, 2025 — Source

TTArtisan's $200 14mm f/2.8 Lens Shoots for the Stars
TTArtisan announced the release of its latest ultra-wide-angle prime, the 14mm f/2.8 ASPH lens. The lens is designed for full-frame cameras and available in Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF, and L mounts.
August 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Why You Can't Take Photos Inside The Sistine Chapel (There's A Copyright Involved)
In 2022, Hollywood star and motorcycle enthusiast Jason Momoa issued an apology after clicking pictures in the Sistine Chapel. Two years later, television personality Martha Stewart also drew condemnation for clicking photos inside the famous Vatican monument. Earlier this year, Vice President JD Vance stirred up controversy over a similar misstep. One must wonder why it's such a big deal and whether the religious sanctity of the historical place is the reason photography is a big no-no. Well, you might be surprised to know that the Vatican's no-photography rule inside the Sistine Chapel actually has origins in modern copyright laws.
August 22, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — August 21st, 2025

Chilling Photos Show 'Mutant' Deers with Flesh Bubbles Growing Out Their Faces
Eerie photos reveal how a bizarre virus is transforming ordinary deer in the U.S. into "mutants" with flesh bubbles growing out of their faces — with sightings on the rise across the country.
August 21, 2025 — Source

HoverAir Aqua Is World's First 100% Waterproof Self-Flying Camera
The HoverAir Aqua is the world's first 100% waterproof self-flying camera. It floats, follows, and films water-based adventures, including paddleboarding, jet skiing, kayaking, and more.
August 21, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Insta360 Go Ultra Mini Camera Brings The Best Of Both Worlds To The Wild
The Insta360 Go Ultra is the latest in Insta360's line of miniature ultra-small cameras, and on paper it's by far the most powerful one they've made yet. Given its enhanced video capabilities, the aim of the Go Ultra is to provide advanced performance without major sacrifices to the form factor which makes these tiny video cameras such versatile creative tools.
August 21, 2025 — Source or Source

Insta360 redesigned its compact action cam with a bigger battery and swappable storage
The new Go Ultra is square-shaped instead of pill-shaped and offers twice the framerate of its predecessor.
August 21, 2025 — Source

Insta360's New Detachable Action Camera Makes GoPros Look Even More Outdated
The tiny and modular Go Ultra leaves GoPros in its dust.
August 21, 2025 — Source

Photographer Captures the Hidden Light of Animals
A chance encounter with a family of adorable quolls has led one photographer to explore a hidden world of light that some animals emit when ultraviolet light is shone on them, known as biofluorescence.
August 21, 2025 — Source

Photographer Flew to Kenya After Falling for Fake Nat Geo Explorer Offer
A photographer was reportedly tricked into believing he had been selected by National Geographic to shoot a wildlife project in Kenya. The scam led to thousands of dollars in donations from sponsors.
August 21, 2025 — Source

Ricoh GRIV on preorder now...the camera Sony should do!
The Ricoh GR IV is now available for preorder at B&H Photo, Adorama, Amazon, FotoErhardt, Calumet, Fotokoch, WexUK. While it's not a Sony camera, it's exactly the kind of compact I wish Sony would make. Just imagine an updated Sony RX100 with an APS-C sensor—it would fly off the shelves, just like the Ricoh has.
August 21, 2025 — Source or Watch Video or Source

Sony A1 II wins the 2025 EISA Award for Best Camera of the Year
The EISA Awards have been announced, naming the Sony A1 II as "Camera of the Year." However, the awards remain controversial due to the organization's close ties with the industry. With sponsorship from many of the winning brands, critics argue that the ever-expanding list of categories serves to ensure that each major company walks away with a prize.
August 21, 2025 — Source

The Breathtaking Size of Hurricane Erin Captured From Space in 4K
A camera attached to the International Space Station (ISS) has captured a frightening view of Hurricane Erin, which meteorologists fear will bring life-threatening storm surges to the United States this week.
August 21, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

The Insta360 Go Ultra Action Camera Has a Big Sensor and a Tiny Body
Insta360 has unveiled Go Ultra, its newest compact pocket camera. The tiny camera packs features from Insta360's X and Ace series models in a small, squarish camera body that weighs just 53 grams (under 1.9 ounces).
August 21, 2025 — Source

Wedding Photographer Falls into Pond, But Keeps on Shooting
Wedding photographers are there to document the day without drawing too much attention to themselves. But, unfortunately, accidents do sometimes happen.
August 21, 2025 — Source

World's BEST Bokeh King! Sigma 135mm f/1.4 AF Coming September 9
On September 9 at 9:30 Berlin time, Sigma will officially unveil the new 135mm f/1.4 full-frame autofocus lens — a true world's first!
August 21, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Photography — August 19th, 2025

Florida Wildlife Officials Want Photos of This Extremely Rare 'Rainbow Snake'
It is a chance for photographers to help out the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) by capturing photos of the elusive rainbow snake.
August 19, 2025 — Source

Food Influencers Hit by Car While Filming Inside Restaurant
This is the terrifying moment a YouTuber couple was smashed into when an SUV crashed through a restaurant window while they were filming a food video.
August 19, 2025 — Source

Officially announced: New Sigma 200mm f/2.0 and 12mm f/1.4 lenses!
Introduction at Explora. 200mm lens test at PetaPixel and ThePhoBlographer. 12mm test at APVL. Italian review at Juzaphoto. Product page at Sigma
August 19, 2025 — Source

Photographer's Trail Camera Captures Brown Bear in 'Non-Bear' Country
A photographer was shocked to discover that his remote trail camera had captured a brown bear in an area where the species is so rare that they were previously considered extinct.
August 19, 2025 — Source

Quick note: This new Sony teaser is for the RX1rIII launch in the Philippines
Many SAR readers sent me this teaser for a new Sony product launch event. But I hate to disappoint you: This is for the RX1rIII launch event in the Philippines :(
August 19, 2025 — Source

Shape shifting surface fools infrared cameras in both heat and cold
A new adaptive surface hides objects from infrared cameras by switching between two modes that match surrounding temperatures in both hot and cold environments.
August 19, 2025 — Source

Stunning Photo Competition Focuses on How Nature Survives and Thrives
Entered by researchers from around the world, the BMC Ecology and Evolution and BMC Zoology image competition celebrates nature's will to survive and thrive.
August 19, 2025 — Source

What the Heck Is This Weird Micro Four Thirds 'TikTok' Camera?
I want to think I am pretty tuned into the camera industry, but every so often, some new product, like the YoloCam, from a relatively unknown or new company slips under my radar. I only found out that the YoloCam S7 even exists because Y.M. Cinema reported that "TikTok's large sensor streaming camera just got cheaper."
August 19, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Photography — August 17th, 2025

EISA Photography Awards 2025-2026: Top Cameras and Lenses Unveiled
The EISA (Expert Imaging and Sound Association) Photography Awards 2025-2026 have already created a benchmark for excellence in imaging technology. EISA has selected some of the best cameras and lenses manufactured by Sony, Canon, Nikon, and more here in this award to showcase their excellence. These awards clearly highlight the technological innovations done by camera makers as well as lens makers in the photography and videography industry.
August 17, 2025 — Source

Exploring the Strange and Luxurious World of Swiss Cameras
Swiss manufacturing and craftsmanship have left their mark on a variety of fields, ranging from mechanical watches to sailplanes and, in the case of small but noteworthy endeavours such as those of Monteverdi, even luxury sports cars.
August 17, 2025 — Source

Snappiness combined two Sony Alphas to create a massive panoramic camera
This is the craziest thing I've ever built, and I'm kind of shocked how well it worked. I took two Sony A7ii full-frame camera bodies and attached them together to make one massive 24x72mm sensor frame.
August 17, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Understanding Aperture Will Instantly Improve Your Photography
In my previous article, we embarked on an adventure that started with a basic understanding of metering and exposure. Hopefully, you appreciate how the camera measures light and how its aperture, ISO, and shutter speed can be balanced to expose the image correctly. Each of those changes the way the image looks, and here's what the aperture does.
August 17, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — August 16th, 2025

Photographing the Sardine Run in South Africa Changed My Life
For as long as I can remember, I've chased moments that remind me how small I am; the moments that make the world feel big again. The sardine run is one of those moments — a crazy spectacle of survival, chaos, and connection all at once. I went all the way to South Africa to see it with my own eyes and to feel what it means to be a part of something this wild.
August 16, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Photography — August 11th, 2025

Are Photoshop's Two New AI Features Useful for Photographers?
PetaPixel put Photoshop's two newest AI features, Harmonize and Generative Upscale, to the test on real-world photography projects to find out if they are useful tools for photographers, or just more hype?
August 11, 2025 — Source

Insta360 X5 review: Versatile and powerful 360-degree action cam
With the new X5, Insta360 has successfully created a versatile and powerful action camera.
August 11, 2025 — Source

DJI's Surprising Robot Vacuum Is Built on Drone Technology
DJI has entered yet another new product category by launching Romo, a robot vacuum cleaner. And like DJI's other recent new products, including its first 360° camera, the Osmo 360 action camera, its advanced Power-series battery system, and even its e-bikes, everything always comes back to DJI's most famous product segment: drones
August 11, 2025 — Source

Israeli PM Says He May Sue The New York Times Over 'Fake' Photos of Gaza
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is considering legal action against The New York Times over a photograph of a malnourished child in Gaza that he has called "fake."
August 11, 2025 — Source

New Samyang Schneider-Kreuznach 14-24mm FE lens tests
Preorders are now open at BHphoto. European preorder are open at Fotokoch, Calumet, FotoErhardt, WexUK.
August 11, 2025 — Source

Photographer Sues Gallery for Charging Visitors to 'Copy his Work' in Art Classes
An acclaimed photographer has sued a gallery for allegedly charging visitors to copy his images in art classes.
August 11, 2025 — Source

Sigma 200mm f/2.0 FE -- First Image Just Leaked!
Funny how history works — after more than a decade, we're suddenly getting not one, but two 200mm f/2.0 FE lenses! Just last week, I leaked the specs and first image of the new Venus Optics 200mm f/2.0 FE. And today... I've got something just as exciting: an exclusive leaked image of the upcoming Sigma 200mm f/2.0 FE:
August 11, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

This Startup Lets You Generate Entire AI Slop Videos
AI slop is a relatively new term that is being used to describe the large volume of low-effort, low-quality content that has proven popular on social media this year.
August 11, 2025 — Source

Tourist is Trampled by Elephant After Attempting to Take Selfie with it
A man was seriously injured after an elephant attacked him while he was attempting to take a selfie with it.
August 11, 2025 — Source

Under The Missiles: The Women Racing To Save Ukraine's Photographic Treasures
On the morning of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty's scheduled interview with archivist Oleksandra Buzko, her phone rings unanswered.
August 11, 2025 — Source

Woman's Passport Photo Goes Catastrophically Wrong
A woman's passport photo mishap has gone viral after she appeared "microwaved" in her official document photo.
August 11, 2025 — Source

Yashica's Compact 50MP $420 City 300 Camera Aims to Fix Some Flaws
At the beginning of this year, Yashica announced the City 100 and City 200 compact cameras. The company has quickly followed up these two cameras with the City 300, which promises better imaging performance than its predecessors while maintaining a more compact, travel-friendly form factor.
August 11, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — August 10th, 2025

Kodak FZ45, FHD 44MP and Kodak FZ55 - Amazon UK Best Selling Compacts of 2025
The compact camera market in the UK is still being dominated by Kodak even in 2025. Two of their most popular models, Kodak FZ45 and FZ55, are the best and top-selling compact cameras of 2025. According to Amazon UK, the United Kingdom best seller ranking, these budget-friendly compact models top the list. These compact cameras are really helpful when we talk about affordability, and if you love to click some casual pictures, these are one of the best to have with you.
August 10, 2025 — Source

REVIEW: TTArtisan AF 40mm f/2
TTArtisan is trying to catch up in the autofocus lens market, having previously focused mainly on manual lenses while other companies gained ground in AF development. Their latest release is a full-frame 40mm f/2 lens—a popular focal length with a bright aperture and an ace up its sleeve: a dedicated aperture ring, something not all AF lenses in this class offer. Let's take a closer look.
August 10, 2025 — Source

Sony A7V, FX3 II and A7S IV - Latest Leak, Sensor Specs, 6K video
We are all waiting for the Sony A7V camera announcement, and not only that, we are also eagerly waiting for the Sony A7S IV. These two cameras need to be updated as soon as possible by Sony. As of August 10, 2025, an anonymous source has dropped some exclusive information into our mailbox at TheNewCamera.com, shedding light on the upcoming Sony A7V, FX3 Mark II, and potentially the Sony A7S IV camera, related to all these models. The insider provided a kind of detailed information related to the sensor and the video capabilities, and we have decided to publish it since it does look legitimate to us.
August 10, 2025 — Source

This Documentary Traces the Rise and Deep Fall of the Camera Industry
"Kodak, Olympus, and Fujifilm — The Rise and Deep Fall of the Camera Industry," examines how three iconic camera brands navigated success and decline, technological shifts, and strategic decisions that ultimately shaped the fate of these once-dominant companies.
August 10, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Photography — August 9th, 2025

Sony RX1R III Is Winning Over YouTubers — Here's Why
The Sony RX1rIII has a raison d'être that is often misunderstood. This camera does not focus on technical specifications. For those, it is better to buy a Sony A7cR with the new $150 TTartisan 40mm f/2.0 and save $2,000. The Sony RX1rIII offers a unique experience, with the image quality of the Sony A7rV in the smallest and lightest camera body possible. And I think there's a market for that.
August 9, 2025 — Source

This Fun Kodak Instant Camera and Printer Looks Like a Roll of Film
In a blend of nostalgia and practicality, Kodak's film canister-shaped Memo Shot Era MS100 Instant Camera and Photo Printer brings a modern twist to a beloved vintage aesthetic.
August 9, 2025 — Source

Viltrox Mirrorless Camera Rumors - Latest Updates
Viltrox is already a very well-known name in the third-party lens maker list, and the brand is known for making high-quality budget lenses for leading camera makers like Sony, Nikon, Panasonic L-mount and obviously they are waiting for Canon approval. Once they get approved, we will see many Viltrox lenses for RF mount.
August 9, 2025 — Source

Your First Exciting Steps Into Understanding Metering and Exposure
Photography requires greater technical understanding than any other art form. I've been teaching people at all levels of photography for well over a decade. At the start of each workshop, I always begin by explaining metering and basic exposure settings. A major foundation of good photography, these settings are often the least understood, but they are among the easiest things to get right.
August 9, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — August 8th, 2025

Because of high demand the Sigma 300-600mm FE will ship in October only if you order the lens now
Despite the recent price increase of $600, demand for this lens is so high that if you order it today, you will have to wait at least two months to receive it.
August 8, 2025 — Source

DJI Osmo Nano - Price, Release Date, Features, and Everything You Need to Know
DJI Osmo Nano will surely redefine point-and-shoot photography with an innovative modular design and high-quality video recording. The design Osmo Nano is DJI's smallest action camera till date, as you can very clearly see in the images that we have published of the Osmo Nano. It looks very small and somewhat similar to the Insta360 Go 3S, which weighs only 39 grams. This camera has been specifically designed and developed for content creators who love to have a tiny camera for high-quality point-of-view shots.
August 8, 2025 — Source

Ex-NFL Star Marshawn Lynch Throws Elbow to Protect Camera as NFL Photographer
Retired NFL running back Marshawn Lynch returned to the field last night in Seattle. But this time Lynch was in a very different role.
August 8, 2025 — Source

First-Ever Footage Shows Seabirds Catching Flying Fish Mid-Air
Scientists attached minuscule cameras to two red-footed boobies, which recorded footage of the seabirds hunting a shoal of flying fish in the Indian Ocean.
August 8, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Godox's Tiny iT20/iT22 Flash Costs $45 and Takes Magnetic Filters
Photo equipment and lighting company Godox launched another compact and affordable flash for photographers. The Godox iT20/iT22 camera flash weighs around 50 grams (less than two ounces) and is under $50.
August 8, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Just announced: New Meike 24mm f/1.4 FE lens
Meike announced a new 24mm f/1.4 FE lens and you can preorder it for $589 or 505€ at Meike Global Store. There is no review of this lens yet. All we have is this image of the lens on the Sony:
August 8, 2025 — Source

Just announced: New TTartisan 40mm f/2.0 FE AF lens
And here are the first reviews:
August 8, 2025 — Source or Watch Video or Watch Video

Leica Monopan 50 Review: Is It Just Re-Boxed Adox HR 50?
With the popularity of film photography reaching a fever pitch recently, seeing Leica announce its first-ever black and white 35mm film shouldn't shock you. Leica is even making a film camera brand-new, so it makes a ton of sense. But is Leica Monopan 50 any good and — more importantly — is it unique?
August 8, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Meike's New Full-Frame 24mm f/1.4 Prime Lens Won't Break the Bank
The Meike Mix 24mm f/1.4 is a fast new autofocus prime lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras. The prime lens is available for E, L, and Z-mount and costs under $600.
August 8, 2025 — Source

New leaked image of the huge Laowa 200mm f/2.0 autofocus Full Frame E-mount lens!
This is the fist image that shows the full details of the new Laowa 200mm f/2.0 FE lens. The lens weight is 1,6kg and it comes for E/Z/EF mount. It has a Fn button, AF/MF switch, focus limiter. What's curious is the part near the mount. it's definitely for drop in filters!
August 8, 2025 — Source

Sony RX1rIII review by iPhonedo: not for everyone, but for some, it's magic.
His final thoughts about this camera:
August 8, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

TTArtisan Debuts $168 AF 40mm f/2 Full-Frame Prime Lens
TTArtisan launched a new addition to its growing collection of lenses: the AF 40mm f/2 for Sony E and Nikon Z mounts.
August 8, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Photography — August 4th, 2025

Airbnb Host Allegedly Edited Images to Make False Damages Claim Against Guest
An Airbnb guest who stayed at an apartment in New York City has been refunded $5,730 (£4,300) and received an apology from the company after the host allegedly manipulated photos to make false claims against her.
August 4, 2025 — Source

AstrHori Teases Ultra-Wide 6mm f/2.8 APS-C Lens -- Launch Imminent
AstrHori is preparing to launch a new 6mm f/2.8 ultra-wide lens for APS-C cameras, and it looks set to be available in Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z, and L-mount versions. Like other lenses from the brand, it's fully manual with no electronic contacts—but thanks to the extremely wide field of view and deep depth of field, focusing should be straightforward.
August 4, 2025 — Source

Brightin Star's New AF 35mm f/1.8 Promises Pro Performance for $250
Chinese lens maker Brightin Star announced the AF 35mm f/1.8, a fast wide-standard prime lens for full-frame Sony E-mount and Nikon Z-mount mirrorless cameras.
August 4, 2025 — Source

Camp Snap's New Screen-Free Digital Video Camera Channels the Super 8
The Camp Snap CS-8 maintains its still photo sibling's point-and-shoot attitude, promising to deliver a straightforward, accessible, and vintage-inspired shooting experience. The CS-8 resembles a Kodak Super 8, featuring a pistol-grip handle with a recording trigger and a boxy black and silver aesthetic. The CS-8 features an analog battery meter on one side and an analog SD card meter on the other, indicating the percentage of the included 4GB SD card that remains available to the user.
August 4, 2025 — Source

Can You Develop Film In a Jägerbomb?
Analog photographers love trying new and unusual things. Whether it's shooting on expired film, skipping film altogether, or developing film using odd ingredients. Sweet Lou Photography opted for this last type of experimenting and developed his film inside a Jägerbomb. Did it work?
August 4, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

DJI drones are still flying off shelves — here's where to buy online
Is there an incoming ban? The picture is still unclear, but a lot of shoppers are playing it safe.
August 4, 2025 — Source

Farm Video Challenges Viewers to Figure Out What is AI and What is Real
A photo manipulation expert has dropped a mind-bending video proving just how difficult it has become to tell reality from AI fakery.
August 4, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Fluid-Filled Filter System Offers Over 4 Million Unique Looks for Your Images
KineticGlass ships empty as part of a kit that includes all the necessary equipment cinematographers or photographers need to fill the filter and create their own bespoke look, including a small funnel and a collection of tools.
August 4, 2025 — Source

Hockey Team's Mascot is Charged by Grizzly Bear While Filming Video
This is the terrifying moment a hockey player and his team's mascot were charged by a grizzly bear while they were filming a video.
August 4, 2025 — Source

Legendary Fashion Photographer Bill Cunningham's Archive is Acquired by the New York Historical
The New York Historical has acquired the archive of renowned fashion photographer Bill Cunningham, securing a permanent home for tens of thousands of his images.
August 4, 2025 — Source

New Handheld Filters Create Dreamlike Ghosting, Blur and Motion Effects
Filmmakers and visual creatives seeking in-camera effects are in for a treat as Prism Lens FX has launched two new handheld filters: the Phantom FX and the Spectre FX. These tools are designed to help achieve stylized, motion-driven visuals without relying on post-production techniques.
August 4, 2025 — Source

New Orleans Pelicans Sued Over Instagram Photos Featuring 'Infringing' Basketballs
The New Orleans Pelicans have been sued over Instagram photos that feature rows of wall-mounted deflated basketballs in the background, which an artist claims were stolen from his copyrighted artworks.
August 4, 2025 — Source

Rod Stewart Shows Bizarre AI Video of Ozzy Osbourne Holding a Selfie Stick With Michael Jackson
The singer Rod Stewart has been criticized for using AI images of dead musical icons posing for selfies together at his concert tour.
August 4, 2025 — Source

Sigma Will Not Raise Prices Despite New 5% Tariff Increase
Two months ago, Sigma raised the prices of all its lenses following the introduction of a 10% tariff on Japanese products. Now that the final tariff rate has been raised to 15%, Sigma has decided not to implement any further price increases. As PetaPixel explains, one of the advantages of the company is that it is not a public limited company and manufactures all components in the same factory. This makes it easier for the company to absorb the additional tariff rate.
August 4, 2025 — Source

Tamron 16-30mm f/2.8 FE lens reviews
Dustin Abbott and Christopher Frost tested the new Tamron lens:
August 4, 2025 — Source

This Selfie Video Got Two Influencers Arrested in Russia
Two women have been arrested in Russia for filming a selfie video in front of a Ukrainian drone strike in the country.
August 4, 2025 — Source

You Need 1,000 Followers to Livestream on Instagram Now
Instagram now requires users to have a public account with at least 1,000 followers to go Live on the app.
August 4, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — August 3rd, 2025

DJI drones are still flying off shelves — here's where to buy online
Is there an incoming ban? The picture is still unclear, but a lot of shoppers are playing it safe.
August 3, 2025 — Source

First reviews of the new Samyang 85mm f/1.8 and 16mm f/2.8 FE lenses
Samyang recently unveiled these two new lightweight FE lenses. Here are two reviews to read if you are considering purchasing them:
August 3, 2025 — Source

New Sony RX1rIII tests by Manny Ortiz and Miguel Quiles
Here are new thoughts about the Sony RX1rIII:
August 3, 2025 — Source

Overcoming The Barriers To Making Money From Your Photography
It's getting ever more challenging to earn a living from photography. It is especially difficult to start a photography business now. So, here are some of the barriers you may meet and how to overcome them.
August 3, 2025 — Source

These Are the Photoshop AI Tools Worth Using: How I Use AI to Edit My Photos
I put Photoshop's AI tools to the test. Here's how my experience went, plus my tips on how you can best use generative fill, remove and expand.
August 3, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — August 2nd, 2025

Ed Sheeran shot a viral video with the Sony FX3 and Laowa 12mm lens
The video you see on top got 140 million views. And as pointed out by Methieu Stern it was shot with the Sony FX3 and Laowa 12mm t/2.9 ZERO-D lens.
August 2, 2025 — Source

How You Can Make the Right First Camera Choice
It is tempting to be drawn in by marketing hype and buy the camera with the most enticing advertisement. Or you might go along with what a friend has. Alternatively, you could consider the choice in Walmart and pick up the cheapest model. All of these could be bad decisions.
August 2, 2025 — Source

New tool offers direct lighting control for photographs using 3D scene modeling
Lighting plays a crucial role when it comes to visual storytelling. Whether it's film or photography, creators spend countless hours, and often significant budgets, crafting the perfect illumination for their shot. But once a photograph or video is captured, the illumination is essentially fixed. Adjusting it afterward, a task called "relighting," typically demands time-consuming manual work by skilled artists.
August 2, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — August 1st, 2025

ARRI Alexa 35 XTREME Price, Specification, and Major Features Explained
ARRI Alexa 35 XTREME camera has been announced. ARRI is known for making high-end digital cinema cameras, redefining high speeds in cinematography, and the new ALEXA 35 XTREME redefines everything. So, let's explore the core specifications, price, and major features of the recently announced camera.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Correction: Fujifilm's Price Increase Is Its First and Based on Initial Tariffs
Earlier this week, PetaPixel reported that official Fujifilm dealers were sent a list of increasing prices set to take effect August 1. While the price increase is now in effect, it wasn't due to the new 15% tariff "deal" the US struck with Japan recently, but is instead the company's response to the first 10% tariff introduced earlier this year.
August 1, 2025 — Source

DJI's New Osmo 360 Camera Is Not Officially Available In The US But Here's How To Buy It
Yesterday, DJI formally unveiled its highly anticipated Osmo 360, a 1-inch 8K-capable professional 360-degree action camera to take on the likes of the Insta360. However, the new product comes with a major caveat: it won't be officially sold in the United States, at least for now. Unofficially, we know where you can get it.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Flexible silver nanowire film boosts infrared camera performance and visibility
Researchers create transparent silver nanowire electrodes to improve IR cameras, enabling clearer imaging and flexible designs for real-world applications.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Google Photos Gets Material 3 Expressive Overhaul, New Video Editing Tools
The facelift comes with video mirroring options, the ability to add music to a clip, and more.
August 1, 2025 — Source

I tried DJI's first 360-degree camera, and its recording capabilities blows out the competition
The Osmo 360 has arrived to take on the GoPro Max and Insta360 X5, but there's an interesting (but unsurprising) catch.
August 1, 2025 — Source

New 7Artisans 14mm f/2.8 and 75mm f/1.4 FE lenses
7Artisans announced two new Full Frame lenses:
August 1, 2025 — Source

Safety and Ethics in Newborn Photography: Why Responsibility Matters as Much as Creativity
Newborn photography is one of the most beautiful yet delicate branches of photography. It is a field that combines artistry with significant ethical responsibility. Newborns are among the most vulnerable subjects to photograph, and even the slightest negligence can result in serious and irreversible harm.
August 1, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — July 29th, 2025

AI-Generated Models Now Appear in 'Vogue' Magazine
It is the dystopian nightmare many photographers feared: AI-generated images of models are appearing in the pages of illustrious magazines like Vogue.
July 29, 2025 — Source

Eizo's New DCI 4K ColorEdge Monitor Is Made for HDR Video and Very High-End Photography
Eizo has long been celebrated for its professional-grade, color-accurate monitors. Its displays are among the best options in the industry for professional photographers and videographers. The company's latest flagship DCI 4K display, the 30.5-inch ColorEdge CG3100X, promises to fit into a professional HDR workflow
July 29, 2025 — Source

LeBron Trying to Stop Viral AI Videos of Him Pregnant
LeBron James is reportedly unhappy with bizarre AI videos showing him as if he were pregnant and has called in lawyers. This is one of the first times a celebrity has threatened legal action against an AI company.
July 29, 2025 — Source

More Sony RX1rIII reviews
 
July 29, 2025 — Source

Photographer Orders $2K Camera Lens, Gets Box of Staples Instead
A photographer looking to upgrade her camera setup shelled out almost $2,000 for a new lens, but was horrified when she opened the box and found Bostitch staples inside instead.
July 29, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Runway's New Model Can Transform Existing Video Footage Using Just a Prompt
Runway has launched a new AI video model that can manipulate existing footage with text prompts — rather than generative synthetic videos from nothing.
July 29, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Ulanzi's New GlideGo Tripods Are Excellent for Photo and Video
Ulanzi continues to innovate with its new JJ05 and JJ06 GlideGo Tripods. Designed to meet the diverse needs of content creators, these tripods combine portability, durability, and professional-grade features to cater to both photographers and videographers. We went hands-on with the new Ulanzi JJ06 tripod to see how it fares.
July 29, 2025 — Source

xAI's Grok AI Lets Users Create 'Spicy' NSFW Images and Videos
Long before Elon Musk bought Twitter and rebranded it to X, the platform was known for allowing users to post a wide range of explicit content. Under Musk's anti-censorship stewardship, the social media platform has only become more of a Wild West. xAI's new Grok Imagine AI image and video generator is poised to take that reputation even further, and the alarm bells are already sounding.
July 29, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — July 26th, 2025

Best Action Cameras of 2025
I tested the best action cameras on the market so you can choose the right one to take epic photos and videos on any adventure.
July 26, 2025 — Source

DJI Osmo Mobile 8 Price, Specification and Expected Release Date
DJI Osmo Mobile 8 spotted in FCC filing, a model code is DJI Osmo Mobile 8 (Model: DS308, FCC ID: 2ANDR-DS308). Now since it has been confirmed by a recent FCC filing, so obviously sparks and excitement that once the camera gets registered in FCC then usually its official announcement happens in next 3 months, since FCC hides the external images and internal test images of the cameras up to 180 days, so if they fail to do so then all the data, images, specs that has been registered will become available to public in general. DJI announces their products within 180 days.
July 26, 2025 — Source

Image Quality Review and Comparison: Fujifilm X-Half, Canon V1, Sony ZV-1 Mark II, and ZV-E10
So if you are looking for the best compact camera under the $1000 price range, then we have done a detailed comparison between the recently announced Fujifilm X-Half camera compared with the Canon V1 and the Sony ZV-1 Mark II. We have also included a mirrorless camera that falls under the same price range, with an additional lens to give you a clear understanding of what the difference will be if you opt for a mirrorless camera in the same price range instead of a compact.
July 26, 2025 — Source

PetaPixel confirms demand for the Sony RX1rIII is high in all regions
A couple of days ago Sony Japan said that Japanese shipments of the Sony RX1rIII will experience some delays because of higher than expected demand. PetaPixel dogged into this and learned that it is not only Japan that is experiencing a high volume of demand:
July 26, 2025 — Source

Samyang 85mm f/1.8 Prima FE Review: Affordable, Sharp, and Small
In Calgary, we have an annual Japanese festival aptly named Omatsuri. This is a fun event with lots of vendors, great food, and displays of Japanese culture. It's also an excellent testing ground for the new Samyang 85mm f/1.8 P FE.
July 26, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

The Winners of the 2025 Mangrove Photography Awards
The winners of the 2025 Mangrove Photography Awards have been announced, highlighting these unique and fragile ecosystems.
July 26, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — July 27th, 2025

DJI drones are flying off shelves — here's where to get yours before a potential ban
Is there an incoming ban? The picture is still unclear, but a lot of shoppers are playing it safe.
July 27, 2025 — Source

Review: Samyang 50mm 1.4 AF II
The first generation Samyang AF 50mm 1.4 FE has some fans for its appealing bokeh, but at the same time it showed more of a subpar performance in most other categories. Samyang's engineers seem to have been aware of that, as this lens had been updated to the Samyang AF 50mm 1.4 FE II a few years later. Let's see if this has become an appealing yet affordable 50mm 1.4 lens that speaks to a broader audience than its predecessor.
July 27, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — July 25th, 2025

A Landscape Photographer's Dilemma: Should I Capture Locations or Unique Compositions?
It's 7:30 PM. Sunset begins in Marblehead and a full moon starts to rise, right over the cast iron skeletal structured lighthouse, built in 1896. I'm standing next to several other photographers at Fort Sewall — a great vantage point to view the lighthouse from — and we all have our lenses pointed in exactly the same direction. Same spot. Same composition.
July 25, 2025 — Source

Camera Trap Captures Wild Baby Pine Martens for 'First Time in 100 Years'
Camera traps have confirmed the first wild baby pine martens seen in over 100 years, showing the species is breeding again after being reintroduced to southwest England by conservationists.
July 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Canon Says Smartphones Didn't Destroy the Entry-Level Market and Could Help It Grow Again
Although improving smartphone image quality has dramatically reduced the size of the entry-level camera market, Canon believes that this same, shrinking market can be revitalized by convincing a generation of mobile photographers they can create better photos and videos with a traditional camera. If Canon has its way, the entry-level market is not just alive, but also has genuine potential for growth.
July 25, 2025 — Source

DJI Osmo Nano 2025 - Expected Price and Arrival Time
DJI Osmo Nano is an action-packed, tiny camera that is set to launch in August 2025. The DJI Osmo Nano 2025 edition is perfect for content creators and those who love to have a tiny bodycam to record their entire day-to-day workout routine or their street experiences while they are travelling. The camera has magnetic pins on the back so it can be easily attached while wearing its attachment unit.
July 25, 2025 — Source

Just announced: New Ulanzi SL03 Spark Lite Camera Flash
The new Ulanzi Flash is available for preorder at Amazon and Ulanzi Store.
July 25, 2025 — Source

'Link in Bio' Rumor Not True, Says Instagram Chief
The head of Instagram, Adam Mosseri, has taken to the platform to address rumors that writing "link in bio" negatively affects reach.
July 25, 2025 — Source

New SMALLRIG Mount Plate for AirTag and SmartTag2
Smallrig announced a new Mount Plate for AirTag for Sony cameras you can preorder at BHphoto, Amazon US&EU and Smallrig store. There is also a version that supports both AirTag and SmartTag2 again at BHphoto, Amazon US&EU and Smallrig store.
July 25, 2025 — Source

New Sony Sensors for Mirrorless Cameras in 2025
List of Sony Sensors that may get used inside Upcoming Sony's own Mirrorless cameras. So, without a doubt, the market leader in sensor manufacturing for mirrorless full-frame cameras as well as smartphones. Although we are not talking about the smartphone sensors here, we do have an updated list of camera sensors — the sensors that might be used in upcoming mirrorless camera bodies, or some of them are already being used in existing mirrorless cameras.
July 25, 2025 — Source

New Tamron patent discloses the design of the "40-500mm f/4.5-8.2" and "50-600mm f/4.5-8.2" lenses
Newly published Tamron patents do disclose the design of some rather unique zoom lenses like the:
July 25, 2025 — Source

Photographer Attacked While Investigating Florida Restaurant with 546 Health Code Violations
A photographer captured the moment he and a news reporter were attacked while covering a Florida restaurant that was shut down for the seventh time due to a troubling history of health code violations.
July 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Sony RX1R III test by Dpreview: how does it perform in our studio?
In practice we found that, while it lacks critical sharpness at the distances and apertures used for portraits (which may well not be what you're after, anyway), it delivers all you might expect for landscape shots.
July 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Thermal Imaging for the IT Toolkit: Thermal Master P2 Pro Review
The Thermal Master P2 Pro offers high-performance thermal imaging in a compact and portable design, making it a valuable diagnostic tool for IT professionals and home lab enthusiasts. Measuring just 27mm x 18mm x 9.8mm and weighing only 9 grams, the P2 Pro easily fits into field kits, desktop workspaces, or troubleshooting toolsets without adding unnecessary bulk.
July 25, 2025 — Source

Viltrox's First Aerial Lens Fills a Much-Needed Gap in DJI's DL System
Unlike Viltrox's new "Air" lenses announced earlier this year, the company's latest lens really does take to the skies. Viltrox announced the AF 90mm f/3.5 for DL mount, the company's first lens explicitly built for drone-mounted aerial photo and video work.
July 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Photography — July 22nd, 2025

2,500 Autographed Photos Spanning a Century of Hollywood Stars Head to Auction
A remarkable collection of over 2,500 autographed photos, covering a century of Hollywood icons such as Frank Sinatra and Charlie Chaplin, is set to go to auction.
July 22, 2025 — Source

Blair Bunting's U-2 Photo Shoot Won CommArts 2025, So He Sent the Award Back to Space
Winning the Communication Arts Photography Annual is never a solo achievement. The truth is, behind every great image stands a community; mentors who took the time to teach, assistants who stepped in when it mattered most, and a crew that believed in the vision. A photographer's journey is built on the shoulders of many, and this year's honor means more to me than ever before.
July 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Can You Find the Girl in This Photo of a Rocky Beach?
A parent took to the 'Find the Sniper' subreddit with a fiendishly difficult task, asking Redditors if they can find their daughter in a photo.
July 22, 2025 — Source

DJI Osmo 360, Mini 5 Pro, Action 6, Avata 3: July 2025 Specs, Price, Release Date
Let's explore what's coming next from DJI. We have the DJI Osmo 360 — the first 360-degree action camera in the pipeline. Of course, we have new updates related to the DJI Mini 5 Pro and, most importantly, the DJI mirrorless camera. We have summarized all the updates on a single page. Let's explore one by one.
July 22, 2025 — Source

First-Ever Video of Earthquake Ground Shift Continues to Astonish Scientists
A couple of months ago, PetaPixel reported on a remarkable security camera video that recorded the first-ever view of the Earth's surface shifting along a major fault line during a massive earthquake. But further reserach has revealed it shows even more than that.
July 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Just announced: new AstrHori AF 27mm f/2.8 Lens
This new autofocus APS-C E-mount lens is now available for preorder at BHphoto, Amazon.
July 22, 2025 — Source

Just announced: New Sony PXW-Z300
Sony has announced the new PXW-Z300 camcorder today. What's notable for us Alpha shooters is that this is already the second camera Sony has unveiled this month, following the RX1R III. Earlier in May/June, Sony registered three new camera codes — which means there's still one more camera yet to be announced.
July 22, 2025 — Source

Man Sues News Outlets for Wrongly Using His Photo in Story That 'Damaged' His Life
A man is suing two news outlets for allegedly publishing his photo erroneously alongside a story about a man with a similar name — a mix-up that he says had serious consequences on his life.
July 22, 2025 — Source

Megadap ETZ21 Pro E to Z Mount Adapter Review: Viable But Not Vindicated
If you have a Sony E-mount camera body, the world is your oyster when it comes to lens selection. If you have a camera in Nikon Z-mount, you'd better like Tamron and Nikon glass. With all the excellent third-party lenses being manufactured, Nikon users can feel a little left out. But what if you could mount E-mount lenses onto your Nikon body?
July 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Photographer is Laid to Rest in a Sony Camera Coffin
A photographer was laid to rest in a coffin designed to look like a Sony video camera at his funeral in Ghana.
July 22, 2025 — Source

Photographer Shoots 12,000 Photos of Amsterdam for Epic Timelapse
A photographer shot over 12,000 photos and hundreds of gigabytes of data as he created a frenetic timelapse of the iconic Dutch city of Amsterdam.
July 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Sigma Patents Ambitious 15mm f/1.2 Full Frame Lens Design
For now, this is just a patent, with no guarantee Sigma will ever bring it to market. According to the patent, the lens would measure 16.3 cm in length — only about half a centimeter longer than Sigma's current 15mm f/1.4 fisheye. But unlike the fisheye, this new f/1.2 would be a standard rectilinear ultra-wide, which makes it all the more remarkable.
July 22, 2025 — Source

Sony's PXW-Z300 Camcorder Is World's First to Support Content Authenticity
Sony announced the PXW-Z300 handheld XDCAM camcorder. The flagship 4K camcorder is the first of its kind to embed digital signatures directly into its recorded video files, which enables content authentication technology.
July 22, 2025 — Source

VSCO Acquires The Freelance Photographer, Aims to Empower Aspiring Pros
VSCO has acquired The Freelance Photographer, an online platform that provides aspiring photographers with the resources they need to develop new skills and succeed as professionals.
July 22, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — July 20th, 2025

PetaPixel reviews the new Tamron 16-30mm f/2.8 FE lens
Chris Nichols reviews the new Tamron 16--30mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2, the successor to the 17--28mm f/2.8, completing Tamron's lightweight f/2.8 zoom "trinity" (16--30, 28--75, 70--180). Despite the confusing name (no prior 16--30 mirrorless version existed), it's positioned as a more versatile replacement for the older 17--28mm. The lens is compact, lightweight, weather-sealed, with a 67mm filter thread matching the other Tamron zooms.
July 20, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Photography — July 19th, 2025

Canon R6 Mark III Price
The Canon R6 Mark III camera price remains undercover, and all of us are waiting for its official announcement. But we can make highly accurate estimate based on the pricing of previous models of the Canon R6 series camera, comparable offerings, and higher-end model prices right now.
July 19, 2025 — Source

June Besteller ranking from Kitamura: Sony A7cII and Tamron 28-75mm on top
Kitamura shared the list of best selling gear in June.
July 19, 2025 — Source

Photograper Captures the Magical Frozen Landscapes of Iceland
"Vetur" means "winter" in Icelandic — a season during which weather and light can change in the blink of an eye, reshaping vast open spaces into visions of fleeting magic or quiet desolation.
July 19, 2025 — Source

Sony is No.1 in Mirrorless, Canon in DSLR, Tamron is No.1 Lens Brand in 2025
BCN has published the best-selling cameras, lenses, and all the photography/videography-related stuff — brand names that topped the selling list in the first half of 2025. Before moving on to more details, let me explain what BCN is. BCN is the real sales data, which comes from around 40% of Japanese retailers that are part of the BCN chain of retail stores.
July 19, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — July 18th, 2025

Canon Temporarily Pulls Latest R1 and R5 Mark II Firmware Due to a Bug
The new firmware for the Canon EOS R1 and R5 Mark II, which was announced earlier this week and released yesterday, has been made “temporarily unavailable” due to an issue that renders playback impossible on the camera or PC when using a card larger than 2 TB.
July 18, 2025 — Source

Mirage is the World’s First AI Video That Can Transform Live Footage in Real Time
An AI startup has introduced what it says is the world’s first video-to-video model that can transform live footage in real time.
July 18, 2025 — Source

Rare Photos Show British Victorians Letting Their Hair Down at the Beach
It is getting hot, and for many Americans, it’s time to head to the beach. But if you’re British, you might be heading to the seaside this weekend.
July 18, 2025 — Source

Rollei’s Cheap and Odd New Compact Camera Has Two Built-in Lenses
First spotted by Photo Rumors, the Rollei Powerflex X8 sports an 8x optical zoom lens on the front, like a traditional camera lens, and a small little selfie lens on the back where an EVF might otherwise go, ensuring users can easily capture selfies with the aid of the 3.6-inch rear touchscreen.
July 18, 2025 — Source

Size comparison between the new Sony RX1rIII, A7cr, FujiFilm GFX100RF and X100VI and the Leica Q3
Thanks to CameraSize we can now compare the new Sony RX1rIII size with the competition. Some claim that the Sony A7cR is a better alternative to the new RX1rIII. However, if you want the most compact full-frame camera, you can’t ignore the fact that the RX with its 35 mm lens and 2.0 aperture is much smaller than the A7cr with its lens attached:
July 18, 2025 — Source

Sony RX1rIII youtubers reaction
Some good and some negative reactions from the youtuber community. But keep in mind that none had the camera in hand for testing. And I think some of them didn’t appreciate enough the fact that this is a niche camera with a unique capability: it’s way more compact than any other Full Frame camera+lens you can buy.
July 18, 2025 — Source

The Best Camera Stores in Tokyo: The Ultimate Guide
For photographers, Tokyo is more than just the vibrant capital of Japan; it’s also an endless series of photo opportunities. But beyond the viewfinder, it’s also home to an impressive array of camera shops, each offering something unique and filled with special character.
July 18, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — July 17th, 2025

Camera Operator's Zoomed in Shot of Trump's Hand Goes Viral
Camera operators and photographers keep getting attracted to President Trump's right hand. On Tuesday, a C-SPAN videographer spotted concealer on Trump's hand and zoomed in on it; the subsequent footage has been shared widely.
July 17, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Canon's New EL-1 V2 Speedlite Costs More and Offers Less: Weaker Power for $1,349
Canon announced the Speedlite EL-1 (Version 2), an upgraded version of the original EL-1 flagship flash released in early 2021.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Google Release AI-Generated Film Based Off Vintage Photographs
As creatives continue to grapple with artificial intelligence (AI) technology — how it fits into their workflow or whether it should be used at all — Google has released one example of an AI-generated video using "vintage photography" as the basis.
July 17, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

I Took My Leica On a Trip to the Arctic. Here Are My Pro Tips for a Photography Adventure
From shooting speeding cars on frozen lakes to capturing stunning scenes in beautiful cities, here's how I captured a photo story in Sweden.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Los Angeles' First Photo Booth Museum is Opening
Los Angeles' first Photo Booth Museum is opening this week and will feature analog photo booths dating back to the 1950s that visitors can actually use to take pictures.
July 17, 2025 — Source

PetaPixel thoughts on the new Sony RX1rIII
Their thoughts in short:
July 17, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Rokinon 14-24mm f/2.8 AF Ultra Review: What's the Catch?
LK Samyang revealed a very exciting lens at the CP+ show in 2024 and it turned my head when I walked past the booth. Not only are ultra-compact ultra-wide zoom lenses few and far between, but this particular lens was a co-venture with the storied lens manufacturer, Schneider-Kreuznach.
July 17, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Sony is still stubborn about the size of its cameras
The Sony RX1R III traded away a key feature to maintain the compact dimensions of its previous model.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Teenage Girl Crushed to Death by Boulder While Taking Selfie in Italy
A 15-year-old girl was killed after reportedly being crushed by a boulder while trying to take a selfie with friends at a scenic spot in Italy.
July 17, 2025 — Source

There's a New Photo Library Dedicated to Showing What College Life Really Looks Like
There is a new photo library dedicated to showing what college really looks like in the United States amid accusations of elitism.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Todd Hido's Atmospheric Photographs Transform Suburbia into Cinema
Photographer Todd Hido's work evokes the haunting atmosphere of Gregory Crewdson or even David Lynch, crafting ethereal images of suburbia that find beauty in the mundane and the uncanny in the ordinary.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Woman Wins $9M Payout After Her Intimate Photos are Posted Online
A woman has been awarded almost $9 million in damages after her friend's boyfriend stole her nude photos and posted the images online.
July 17, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — July 14th, 2025

Canon R50 Leads Amazon USA - Best-Selling Mirrorless Cameras for July 2025
Well, in Japan, Fuji is dominating the mirrorless market share as well as their Fuji X100VI compact dominating the June and July sales report. Now in the USA, it's almost mid-July and if you are going to explore the sales ranking, Canon R50 holds the crown, and surprisingly, the next camera in the list is Canon R6 Mark II and you are not going to believe the third camera is Canon R100. So in the USA, Canon is more popular and in the top 3 we have all Canon cameras, and in 4th we have Sony's A6400 camera, and in the fifth ranking we have the A6700.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Celebrated Small-Town Photographer Convicted of Secretly Taking Pictures of Women and Minors
A photographer, who was once celebrated as a fixture of a U.S. small town, has been convicted of taking illegal photos of women and minors.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Hasselblad X2D II Price
According to the latest information we have from Weibo, the Hasselblad X2D Mark II will become available from late August 2025. That's a good thing if true, in our previous post, as we have already shown you the official leaked image of the X2D II camera alongside the major core specifications of the camera. Why did the FFCID's leaked image of the Hasselblad X2D II become public before the announcement?
July 14, 2025 — Source

'I Started Crying' Says Photographer Who Covered Deadly Texas Flooding
At the start of a tough multi-day assignment to cover the Texas floods, a news photographer based in San Antonio visited a family reunification center and met someone so laden with grief that the photographer wept.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Metadata Reveals Epstein Security Video Was Edited, Wired Finds
An investigation by technology magazine Wired has found that the "raw" surveillance footage released by the FBI showing Jeffrey Epstein's prison cell was edited — likely with Adobe Premiere Pro.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Simmod's First Cine Lenses Feature Modified Sirui Optics and Illuminated Markings
Simmod Lens, founded in 2018 by cinematographer Ron Sim, has moved from modifying existing lenses to creating new video-focused lenses of its own. Simmod's first lenses, the Apsara Lumière and Apsara Prestige, have large-format coverage and relatively affordable price points.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Taking a Photo in Dubai Could Land You with a $136k Fine or Jail
Visitors to Dubai are being warned to think twice before taking photographs, as a single selfie in breach of the UAE's strict privacy laws can carry fines of up to $136,000 or even imprisonment.
July 14, 2025 — Source

The Heavily-Criticized Fujifilm X half Is a Smashing Success
While many hardcore photographers have scoffed at the Fujifilm X half, customers have had a very different reaction. The X half was the best-selling camera at Map Camera, one of Japan's largest photography retailers.
July 14, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

The Winners of Shark Photographer of the Year
The Shark Trust has announced the winners of its Shark Photographer of the Year contest on Shark Awareness Day (July 14).
July 14, 2025 — Source

Wife Lured Husband to Bridge for Selfie, Then Tried to Kill Him
A wife allegedly used the pretense of taking a selfie to lure her husband to a bridge before attempting to murder him by pushing him into a river while they posed for photos.
July 14, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — July 13th, 2025

Curiosity: The “old” Sony FE 70-200mm F4 G now officially discontinued
As reported by Asobinet the first generation 70-200mm G lens is no more in production.
July 13, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — July 12th, 2025

Laowa 8-15mm f/2.8 FF II Zoom Fisheye Review: Sharp But Niche
I don't really like fisheye lenses. I've never found much use for them and find the surreal look of the images to be of limited utility. But that doesn't mean that I won't jump at the chance to give a new one a try.
July 12, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Panasonic Lumix S1 II versus Nikon Z6 III - Which one is the Best Camera for Photo and Video?
Panasonic Lumix S1 II versus Nikon Z6 III -- Which One Is the Best Camera for Photo and Video? Let's explore which one is the Best Camera for you. Here is the verdict / quick recommendation which explained in the later part of the video.
July 12, 2025 — Source

Possible specs of two new Sony camcorders: Z380 and FX8 E-mount
I don't know how reliable this info is. But rumor has it two cine cameras will be announced ahead of the IBC show in Amsterdam
July 12, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — July 11th, 2025

Canon Adds Password Protection to 10 cameras for Enhanced Security
Canon listened to their customers, and they are the first camera makers to add password protection to their cameras. Recently, Canon has announced a significant firmware update introducing a password protection feature. This particular improvement enhances the security for photographers and videographers.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Canon's Mysterious New Lens Coming Soon
According to the latest rumours coming out from the rumour mill, Canon is about to announce a lens that never existed before. That's really kind of very tricky information. But yes, it is very interesting since they are talking about a lens which covers a focal length of approx 16 to 135mm, and it's not an L-series or a white lens that comes with a hefty price tag. to good to be true, I love to have such a range in budget.
July 11, 2025 — Source

DaVinci Resolve Plugin Emulates the Look of Expensive Vintage Lenses
Many beloved vintage cinema lenses are inaccessible to filmmakers due to cost and a lack of availability. However, Node Mill hopes to lessen the blow through its carefully-crafted digital lens emulation plugin for Blackmagic's popular video editing app DaVinci Resolve.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Fascinating Photos Reveal the Hidden World of Brothels in the Wild West
Fascinating photographs, taken in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, offer a glimpse into the brothels of the Old West.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Google's Gemini AI Has New Photo-to-Video Feature
Google has launched a new feature within its Gemini AI assistant that allows users to convert photos into short video clips, expanding access to a tool previously limited to its standalone filmmaking platform, Flow.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Hiker Films 'Amazing and Terrifying' Close Encounter with Mountain Lion
A woman hiking alone on a quiet trail in California recorded the terrifying moment she came face-to-face with a mountain lion
July 11, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

How an Award-Winning Pro Photographer Fell Back in Love With Photography
New York-based photographer Lanna Apisukh has had a fascinating path to professional photography. The talented portrait, food, and documentary photographer has been an elite gymnast, a skateboarder, and worked in tech before finding her footing as a pro photographer.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Insta360 Infringed on GoPro's Patents, US Trade Commission Judge Finds
Today, a United States Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) of the International Trade Commission issued an "Initial Determination" that found Insta360 violated federal law by importing and selling products in the US that infringed on GoPro's intellectual property.
July 11, 2025 — Source

MoMA's 40th 'New Photography' Exhibit Features 13 Boundary-Breaking Photographers
The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) will celebrate the 40th anniversary of its renowned New Photography series with the launch of New Photography 2025: Lines of Belonging. The exhibition explores the concept of belonging and community in a world increasingly defined by connections and shared histories.
July 11, 2025 — Source

New Sony Cine E-mount camera is coming soon
In the past days I got two messages from tow different sources claiming a new Cine E-mount camera will be announced soon:
July 11, 2025 — Source

Photo Agencies Won't Attend Oasis Tour After 'Highly Unusual' Image Rights Restrictions
Photo agencies will not send photographers to the remainder of the Oasis reunion tour after the British rock band demanded the rights to their images after one year.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Photographers Build the World's Largest Remote Observatory
A group of astrophotographers has created the world's largest remote observatory, Starfront Observatories, enabling fellow photographers to photograph the cosmos under remarkably dark, clear skies in rural Texas from anywhere in the world.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Photographer Captures Impressively Clear Photo of the ISS Whizzing By
The International Space Station may orbit the Earth 250 miles above, making it difficult to distinguish in the sky, but one photographer has proven that with the right gear, it is possible to get a good view of it.
July 11, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — July 10th, 2025

Before and After Photos Taken Above Texas Show Devastating Flood Damage
These before-and-after photos taken above Kerr County capture the devastation wrought by the floods in Texas this past weekend.
July 10, 2025 — Source

Canon USA Officially Launches the RF75-300m F4-5.6 and New EOS R100 Kit
Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, has announced the new RF75-300mm F4-5.6 lens, an affordable ultra-telephoto zoom lens that can empower entry-level users to capture standout shots. Also announced today is the EOS R100 Double Zoom Lens Kit, a dynamic package featuring the new RF75-300mm F4-5.6 lens and Canon's EOS R100 hybrid camera, which come together to provide an unbeatable kit for entry-level users.
July 10, 2025 — Source

First leaked image of the new compact Sigma 35mm f/1.2 II FE lens!
What you see here on top is the size comparison between the "old" Sigma 35mm f/1.2 and the new version that will be announced soon. As you see the new version is more compact (I would guess around 1cm less longer) and is rumored to have a Filter Size of 72mm compared ot the older 82mm.
July 10, 2025 — Source

Just announced: New Sony Type A cards and ECM-778 Compact Supercardioid Shotgun Microphone
Sony Electronics Inc. today announced the launch of its new ECM-778 shotgun microphone, a flagship mono high-resolution model that delivers immersive, high-quality audio recordings. The ECM-778 is designed for premium audio capture in films, dramas, documentaries, and other content production environments where sound quality is critical. This professional-grade microphone provides high-fidelity audio with versatile mounting options, making it ideal for both boom poles and compatible camerai mounted setups.
July 10, 2025 — Source

Photographer Gregory Crewdson Teams Up With A24 for Limited Edition Print
Eerie photographer Gregory Crewdson has made an unexpected collaboration with A24 Films to mark the release of Eddington — a movie about small town politics during the COVID pandemic.
July 10, 2025 — Source

Photographer Sues US Government for $1 Million After Arrest While Filming Immigration Raids
A photographer, who was detained for filming an immigration raid outside a Home Depot store last month, is suing the U.S. government for $1 million.
July 10, 2025 — Source

Polaroid Aims to Capitalize on Growing Demand for Photographic Authenticity
In an age increasingly dominated by artificial intelligence, endless scrolling, and digital fatigue, Polaroid is making a stand. The company's newest marketing campaign, "The Camera for an Analog Life," signals more than just the launch of its newest instant camera, the Polaroid Flip; it reflects and aims to monetize a broader cultural pushback against the ubiquity of screens and the exhaustion that comes with them.
July 10, 2025 — Source

Tamron 16-30mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 Review: The Daisangen Dream
"Then shalt thou count to three, no more, no less. Three shall be the number thou shalt count, and the number of the counting shall be three". The Quest for the Holy Grail by the comedy troupe, Monty Python, had it right. There is a Holy Trinity, and many professional photographers abide by it.
July 10, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Tatsuo Suzuki Breaks His Silence: 'I Was Never a Fujifilm Photographer'
Back in February 2020, it was reported that Fujifilm dropped ambassador Tatsuo Suzuki over a promotional video the brand released, which prompted criticism of the Japanese photographer's shooting style.
July 10, 2025 — Source

The Sigma RF 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS Contemporary is Now Shipping
The Sigma 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS Contemporary is now shipping for the RF mount. This lens is for APS-C sensors, but will work on full-frame RF cameras in crop mode.
July 10, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — July 7th, 2025

Aerial and Ground Footage Capture the Full Extent of Floods in Texas
Footage taken from the sky and from the ground has captured just how fast floods arrived in Texas over the Fourth of July holiday weekend, which has killed at least 82 people with hundreds more unaccounted for.
July 7, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

British Rock Band Oasis Demand Photo Agencies Lose Their Image Rights After One Year
British rock group Oasis — best-known for their hit single Wonderwall — has gotten into an unusual spat with a group of photo agencies over licensing rights.
July 7, 2025 — Source

I Shot Astrophotography on Film for a Year: Here's What I Learned
Astrophotography has exploded in popularity over the past decade, thanks to ever-improving sensors, automated tracking mounts, and processing software that practically polishes your stars for you. But in a digital world obsessed with data, sharpness, and pixels, I found myself increasingly disengaged.
July 7, 2025 — Source

iOS 26 Can Freeze FaceTime Video if Nudity is Detected
Apple's upcoming iOS 26 update is set to introduce several new privacy and safety features, including one that may automatically pause FaceTime video calls if nudity is detected. The feature was discovered in the iOS 26 developer beta and appears to be part of Apple's broader Communication Safety initiative.
July 7, 2025 — Source

Manny Ortiz viltrox 85mm lens review: Best Value Portrait Lens for Sony?
Photographer Manny Ortiz reviews the new Viltrox 85mm f/1.4, a $600 lens that challenges the Sigma 85mm f/1.4 ($1,300) and Sony G Master (approx. $1,800+) in sharpness, features, and value.
July 7, 2025 — Source

NPPA Lays Off Staff, Asks Lawyers to Work Pro Bono as Its Financial Future Is in Question
The National Press Photographers Association (NPPA) announced that, based on income and revenue predictions, it was forced to lay off three members of its staff, effective this week. Additionally, it asked its two lawyers to work pro bono while the Board of Directors seeks to "stabilize revenue."
July 7, 2025 — Source

PetaPixel: Sony's Mid-Range Camera Lineup Is Falling Behind -- Time for an A7 V?
Sony, once the king of refreshing their lineup with rapid-fire precision, now seems to be stumbling in the mid-range mirrorless game:(
July 7, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Photographer Hurts British GP Winner Lando Norris Amid F1 Celebrations
After winning the British Grand Prix yesterday, McLaren Formula 1 driver Lando Norris was hurt when a photographer fell off the fence he was standing on, resulting in a cut to Norris's face.
July 7, 2025 — Source

These Contest-Winning Photos Were Picked By AI, Not a Person
To celebrate its 10th anniversary, German AI company PRC, best known for its Excire photo-management software, hosted a photo contest judged entirely by AI. The winners have been revealed. Did the AI evaluator make the right picks?
July 7, 2025 — Source

This Photographer Added a Cosmetic Film Advance Lever to Their Fujifilm X100VI
A Chinese X100VI owner added a film advance lever to his camera, and it has proven to be an extremely controversial camera modification.
July 7, 2025 — Source

TikTok Is Reportedly Making a US-Specific Version of Its App
A little over a week after U.S. President Donald Trump told Fox News that a group of "very wealthy people" would buy TikTok from its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, a new report suggests that TikTok is developing a new version of its app specifically for users in the United States.
July 7, 2025 — Source

Why Canon's 27-Year-Old PowerShot A5 Was a Landmark Camera
Gordon Laing of Cameralabs just published his newest Retro Review, this time looking at what he describes as Canon's first "truly desirable-looking consumer compact," 1998's PowerShot A5.
July 7, 2025 — Source

'World's First' Coffee Table Photo Book Found In Closet Could Fetch $70,000 at Auction
A rare and historically significant Emerson Victorian photobook, long forgotten in a Maryland closet, is set to go up for auction this week in London and is expected to fetch an estimated £50,000 (approximately $67,000).
July 7, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — July 5th, 2025

Canon G7X Mark IV or G1X Mark IV? Canon G Series Compact Coming
According to the latest rumor coming from the rumor mill, Canon is working on their G series compact camera. So maybe in late 2025 or in the very beginning months of 2026, we will have a revived G series of compact cameras from Canon.
July 5, 2025 — Source

Light Lens Lab 50mm f/1.5 Z21 Review: A Parisian Delight
Light Lens Lab is all about recreating classic — and hard-to-acquire — lenses from the past. Its latest revelation is a faithful homage to the P. Angenieux S21 50mm f/1.5 lens. Originally designed in the 1950s with an M42 thread mount for the Exacta SLR, the S21 delivered that Silver Screen look, with soft corners and a gentle glow to the frame when shooting wide open.
July 5, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

New reviews of the Peak Design Pro Tripods
Peak Design new Pro Tripod is on Kickstarter. And here are the first reviews:
July 5, 2025 — Source

Quick interview with Sony about the new $25,000 VENICE 2 E-mount Extension System Mini
As you might remember Sony did recently announce this new VENICE 2 E-mount Extension System Mini for $25,000 at BHphoto. Here is quick interview with Sony manager Will Newman to discuss this new camera:
July 5, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — July 2nd, 2025

7Artisans' New 10mm f/3.5 Ultra-Wide Lens Costs Just $99
In a notable addition to its growing catalog of budget-friendly yet capable manual lenses, 7Artisans has officially announced its new 10mm f/3.5 ultra-wide-angle lens for APS-C mirrorless cameras.
July 2, 2025 — Source

Apple patent hints at massive leap in camera sensor tech, nearing human eye dynamic range
Apple is investigating new image sensor technology that promises up to 20 stops of dynamic range. That's a level that surpasses the ARRI ALEXA 35, and gets really close to matching the dynamic range of the average human eye. Here's what that actually means.
July 2, 2025 — Source

Apple Patents Image Sensor with 20 Stops of Dynamic Range
Apple filed a fascinating image sensor technology patent last month, which describes a stacked image sensor with vast dynamic range and very low noise.
July 2, 2025 — Source

The Sony RX1II has become a classic and is the only Sony camera whose value is increasing!
Sony RX1R II: The Only Sony Camera Becoming a Collector's Classic
July 2, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Photography — June 30th, 2025

China's Mosquito Drone Has Tiny Cameras for Spying
It is that time of year when mosquitoes are buzzing around at night time but before swiping them away, it might be worth checking that the bug eyes don't have cameras inside them.
June 30, 2025 — Source

Facebook Tests Using Meta AI to Process Photos Prior to Uploading
Facebook is quietly testing a new AI-powered feature that edits users' photos — even ones that haven't been uploaded and remain on a user's device.
June 30, 2025 — Source

Sirui Aurora 85mm f/1.4 Review: G Master Vibes at a Fraction of the Price
Did Christmas come early? It's the middle of the summer, and I am testing my favorite lens focal length. Not only that, the lens also happens to have a fast f/1.4 aperture and this comes just days after having tested the very impressive Viltrox 85mm f/1.4 Pro. I must be really lucky because the Sirui Aurora 85mm f/1.4 is lightweight, well-built, and a very affordable $600.
June 30, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Sony USA price increased now official on Adorama
The predicted U.S. price hikes are now confirmed on Adorama. However, B&H Photo and Amazon haven't updated their prices yet—so you might still have a few hours to preorder your gear at the "old" price.
June 30, 2025 — Source

Tamron Australia posted an image of the new 16-30mm f/2.8 FE lens
For a couple of house Tamron Australia had this image posted on their Instagram account. The image has now been removed. I still don't have an exact announcement date but it could be officially announced this week.
June 30, 2025 — Source

The Vlogging Camera of the Future? These Canon Patent Real Life Images Will Shock You!
To be very clear, these Canon patents are not new, but one of our team members sent me real-life-like images inspired by those patents, so I have decided to post. In the world of content creation, Canon is pushing the boundaries with its very advanced patent technology. Now, spied from those patent designs for vlogging cameras, we have showcased some of the futuristic designs that will revolutionize the vlogging experience.
June 30, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — June 29th, 2025

BildExpo Is Becoming the New Photokina?
Once the most important photography and imaging trade show in the world, Photokina was a legendary fixture for decades—until it vanished. Now, B&H Photo's BildExpo appears to be filling that void. Initially launched in 2023 to celebrate B&H's 50th anniversary, this year's follow-up went well beyond a mere repeat. With a staggering 57,000 registrations, BildExpo 2025 came close to matching NAB's attendance—and did so in just two days.
June 29, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Do Your Camera Batteries Have 3C Certification? What You Must Know Before Flying
Photographers and content creators, if you are traveling to China or using one of their domestic or international flights, you must be aware of their new air safety rules and regulations. According to them, the Chinese aviation department has issued an advisory that the power bank you're carrying, or the camera batteries,s or any kind of battery that your devices are using must have a 3C certificate on it.
June 29, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — June 28th, 2025

Best Mirrorless Cameras 2025: Top 20 Picks for Photographers, Videographers, and Content Creators
In 2025, mirrorless cameras significantly outperformed DSLR cameras in both photography and videography. Mirrorless Cameras offer cutting-edge technology in their specs as well as in their design. The guide that we have made is composed of the top 20 mirrorless cameras of 2025, which have been hand-picked for their performance, features, and value for money. And if you are searching for the best mirrorless camera for a beginner, or the best DSLR camera in 2025, or even the top full-frame cameras, or you may consider the best vlogging camera, the list that we have made covers all these across different budgets and use cases.
June 28, 2025 — Source

Dan Watson tested Amazon's best selling camera: The Sony ZV-E10
As you can see from the screenshot above, the four-year-old Sony ZV-E10 is still a big seller on Amazon US (ranking here). Dan Watson tested the ZV camera to find out why it's still selling so well:
June 28, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

The Panasonic Lumix GM-5 Is the Greatest Digital Camera Ever Made
Recently, at the Bild Expo in New York City, I asked some prestigious photographers and creative professionals an important question: What is the greatest digital camera of all time? Some said the Fujifilm X100 series, some said the Nikon D780, and I even heard the DJI Pocket 3. Of course, they were all wrong. The correct answer is, of course, the Panasonic Lumix GM-5.
June 28, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Photography — June 25th, 2025

Epic Timelapse Shows Tornado's 77-Minute Life in 1 Minute
A storm chaser captured adrenaline-inducing video of a tornado raging in Nebraska and compressed it into one awesome timelapse.
June 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Mapcamera May sales ranking: Sony slowly disappearing from the top 10!
Mapcamera has published the most popular cameras for May:
June 25, 2025 — Source

One more leaked image of the new Tamron 16-30mm f/2.8 FE lens
Videomaker has published this image of the new lens. Surely announcement is going to happen soon!
June 25, 2025 — Source

What is the State of the 'Midrange' Camera? | The PetaPixel Podcast
This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, the team chats about the state of the "midrange" camera and how it might not be in the place it was just a few short years ago. Come to think of it, what even is every brand's "midrange" option right now? The team debates!
June 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Photography — June 23rd, 2025

Behind the Lens with Pro Photographer Landon Nordeman at the Met Gala
“Unique” is an overused adjective that, at times, does not measure up. But the Met Gala is a unique spectacle of celebrity fashion, with individual ticket prices at $75,000 or $350,000 and up for a table for ten.
June 23, 2025 — Source

Couple Sues Wedding Photographer Who Asked Guests ‘How to Take Proper Photos’
A wedding photographer is being sued by a newly-married couple who claim he ruined their pictures and asked guests for help on “how to take proper photos.”
June 23, 2025 — Source

First leaked images of the new Tamron 16-30mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 E-mount lens!
Here are the leaked images of the new Tamron 16-30mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 lens!
June 23, 2025 — Source

Fujifilm XF 23mm F2.8 R WR Review
The Fujifilm XF 23mm F2.8 R WR is a moderately-wide-angle pancake prime lens for Fujifilm's X-series range of APS-C format mirrorless cameras.
June 23, 2025 — Source

National Park Foundation Announces Photo Contest Winners Celebrating America the Beautiful
The National Park Foundation has announced the winners of its 2024 Share the Experience photo contest — the official competition of America’s national parks.
June 23, 2025 — Source

Panasonic’s Three Newest Full-Frame Cameras Get Major Firmware Boost
Panasonic’s latest firmware updates make the new S1R II an even better hybrid camera thanks to 8.1K open gate recording, plus the S1 II and S1 IIE have received new features and functions.
June 23, 2025 — Source

Photo-Seeking Tourist Tears Huge Hole in Priceless Painting in Italian Museum
A tourist wrecked a priceless oil painting when he leaned in for a photo beside it, fell, and tore a huge hole in the canvas.
June 23, 2025 — Source

Photographer Travels Thousands of Miles to Capture Japan’s Sacred Bird
A photographer traveled thousands of miles from the U.S. so he could capture ethereal photos of Japan’s sacred bird, the red-crowned crane, that are now on display in New York City.
June 23, 2025 — Source

This Image Shows Satellite Streaks Blocking Out the Arctic Sky
Researchers have captured the first-ever image of every single satellite streak blocking out the Arctic sky on one night.
June 23, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — June 22nd, 2025

Magic Lantern Software for Canon Cameras Is Back
Magic Lantern, the beloved suite of software enhancements for Canon cameras, has returned with a new group of developers hard at work on improved software.
June 22, 2025 — Source

Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.4 FE review by Chris from PetaPixel: "REMARKABLY Good"
Keep in mind that Viltrox plans to launch a faster 85mm f/1.2 LAB lens by end of this year! That should be great!
June 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Photography — June 21st, 2025

Sigma 17-40mm f/1.8 review by Chris and Jordan
Sigma lens preorders:
June 21, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Photography — June 20th, 2025

Curiosity: Sony and National Hockey League Announce Multiyear Global Technology Partnership
Sony and the National Hockey League (NHL) today announced a new multiyear global technology partnership naming Sony an Official NHL Technology Partner.
June 20, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

List of the five oldest cameras Sony needs to update
As you know, Sony registered three new cameras in China/Indonesia in May/june. Although I don't have 100% confirmation on which model will be announced, here are the older cameras in the range that are in urgent need of an update:
June 20, 2025 — Source

Mint's Massive Rollei 35AF Film Camera Gamble Has Paid Off
Mint's Rollei 35AF camera arrived late last year after a ton of hype and years of anticipation. Pre-orders sold out quickly, and the company announced that it has just today fulfilled all its initial pre-orders from excited analog photographers.
June 20, 2025 — Source

'Once in a Lifetime' Photo of ISS Crossing the Sun as Solar Flare Erupts
Astrophotographer Andrew McCarthy captured a "once in a lifetime shot" on Sunday when the International Space Station (ISS) crossed the Sun just as a solar flare erupted from the star's surface
June 20, 2025 — Source

The best drone for 2025
DJI still dominates, but HoverAir and Autel have some interesting alternatives.
June 20, 2025 — Source

The First Look at China Lucky's New Color 35mm Film
Chinese company Lucky Film's long-awaited new color film is closer than ever and could arrive as soon as next month. Lucky Film has shared the first sample photo shot with its latest film, giving excited analog photographers a taste of what they can expect to enjoy later this summer.
June 20, 2025 — Source

These are the Best Times and Days to Post Reels on Instagram
In the research, Adobe analyzed 22,125 Instagram Reels from 200 top creators, gathering data on the time and day of each post, along with likes, views, and comments, to determine the most effective times to post.
June 20, 2025 — Source

Why '28 Days Later' Looked So Terrible
Today marks the general theatrical release of 28 Years Later, the third installment of the zombie film series. The new movie, directed by Danny Boyle and written by Alex Garland, has already made headlines for using iPhones to shoot the film which is actually a nod to the very first movie, 28 Days Later.
June 20, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — June 18th, 2025

Analogue Photography -- Part 1: A Personal Journey into Film Photography 1/2
With the growing interest in analogue photography, as Bastian so inspiringly explores in his Analogue Adventures, I too have decided to create a series of film-related articles. I've chosen not to use the same title, as my own relationship with film photography goes back to a time when it was simply photography to me. While Film Photography would feel like the most natural title, I've decided to go with Analogue Photography instead, to keep a sense of continuity with Bastian's series.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Another Photographer Struck by Rubber Bullets During LA Protests, This Time in the Eye
A photographer says he may never regain his sight after being shot in the eye with a rubber bullet by police while covering protests in Los Angeles over the weekend.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Earth Photo 2025 Award Reveals Human Impact on the Planet
The winners of the Earth Photo 2025 Award have been announced and a photographer whose work focuses on a huge open-pit copper mine in Chile has taken home the top prize and £1,000 ($1,350),
June 18, 2025 — Source

'Frames' Is a Film Photographer's Digital Companion That Syncs Metadata With Scans
A few years ago, Vincent Tantardini, created datafilm, a digital notebook app for analog photographers to keep track of their film photography adventures. With the aid of encouraging feedback and support from the analog community, Tantardini has created datafilm's successor: Frames.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Leica Announces Monopan 50, the First True Leica 35mm Film
Leica has announced Monopan 50, a new high-resolution black-and-white film with enhanced spectral sensitivity. It is the first true Leica 35mm film the company has released.
June 18, 2025 — Source

New Behold Trail Camera Revolutionizes Wildlife Observation
In an age where technology is seamlessly integrated into everyday life, the Behold Camera emerges as a groundbreaking device that promises to elevate wildlife observation to an entirely new level.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Sigma 17-40mm f/1.8 youtube reviews roundup
Sigma lens preorders: 17-40mm f/1.8
June 18, 2025 — Source

The Number of Photos Taken in 2025 is Expected to Exceed Two Trillion
The number of photographs taken this year is expected to exceed two trillion for the first time, according to research.
June 18, 2025 — Source

What a Street Photographer Sees vs What He Shoots
A street photographer has revealed the fascinating difference between what he sees and the final image that he shoots.
June 18, 2025 — Source

YouTuber Cr1tikal Fools Viewers to Show How Good AI Video Has Become
The popular YouTuber known as Cr1TiKaL demonstrated the terrifying power of AI video this week after fooling regular viewers.
June 18, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — June 16th, 2025

Cindy Sherman is Destroying and Reprinting Her Damaged Photographs
Photographer Cindy Sherman has launched an initiative that allows her damaged prints to be destroyed and replaced with new, artist-approved versions to preserve her iconic images for future generations.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Compact cameras and lens best sellets at YodoBashi and Kitamura
Getnavi published the list of the Top 10 best-sellers at Yodobashi (May 16--31, 2025):
June 16, 2025 — Source

Free App Creates the Perfect Custom Fujifilm Film Simulation for You
A significant part of the appeal of Fujiflim's X and GFX Series cameras is Fujifilm's phenomenal Film Simulations. While many photographers enjoy these carefully created simulations straight out of the box, experimental shooters can also build their own in-camera and save them as custom recipes.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Nat Geo's 'Underdogs' Hilariously Celebrates Nature's Unsung Animal Heroes
National Geographic's newest wildlife documentary series, Underdogs, celebrates nature's unsung heroes and adds a generous helping of humor thanks to Ryan Reynolds' narration. PetaPixel spoke to Mark Linfield and Vanessa Berlowitz, co-founders of Wildstar Films, about the new series and how evolving camera tech helps tell compelling nature stories in fresh new ways.
June 16, 2025 — Source

National Portrait Gallery Director Resigns After Trump Fired Her
Kim Sajet, the director of the National Portrait Gallery (NPG), has resigned just days after the Smithsonian Institution attempted to challenge President Trump's firing of her.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Photo-Seeking Tourist Squashes 'Van Gogh' Chair in Italian Museum
Two tourists in Italy have been roundly criticized for sitting on a "Van Gogh" chair and badly damaging the artwork.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Photographer Brings 104-Year-Old Kodak Camera Back to Life
Austrian photographer Markus Hofstaetter purchased a century-old Eastman View Camera No. 2-D, also known as the Kodak 2D, more than six months ago and has since spent the time since restoring the camera to its former glory. After all the time and effort, the 104-year-old camera is reborn.
June 16, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Review: Viltrox AF 85mm 1.4 FE Pro
Released in 2019, the Viltrox 85mm 1.8 AF was one of Viltrox' first fullframe lenses and has been an easy recommendation to anyone looking for an affordable 85mm 1.8 AF lens with great bokeh since. Six years later, in 2025, Viltrox released this Viltrox AF 85mm 1.4 FE Pro aimed at the higher end market. Will it also be an easy recommendation like the f/1.8 version?
June 16, 2025 — Source

Shutterstock Rebrand Includes New Logo and Enhanced GenAI Tools
Shutterstock is launching a major rebrand today, accompanied by a host of generative AI offerings that leverage its vast library of multimedia content.
June 16, 2025 — Source

The Story of the 17-Year-Old Who Filmed Air India Plane Crash
A 17-year-old who filmed crucial footage of the Air India plane crash that has so far killed 270 people has been left traumatized by the event.
June 16, 2025 — Source

This Wacky Walk Gets You The Perfect Candid Photos
Social media users are convinced that this bizarre walk will guarantee that photographers capture the perfect candid shots.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Urbex Photographer Accidentally Locks Himself in Cell in Abandoned Prison
An urban explorer photographer was arrested after accidentally locking himself in a jail cell overnight when he broke into an abandoned prison to take photos.
June 16, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — June 13th, 2025

11 Non-Camera Gadgets Photographers Should Have With Them When Shooting
Cameras and lenses tend to dominate discussions of photography gear. We photographers frequently see them as being the most exciting parts of our kit. Afterall, it is the camera and its lens which are fundamental to photography, and are the bare minimum barrier to entry into the hobby. However, once you've been practicing the art of photography long enough, you come to realize that if all you own is your camera, then you are limiting your creative potential.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Camera Trap Captures First-Ever Photo of Clouded Leopard Hunting a Slow Loris
The image was taken by a camera trap, set up by the Wildlife Institute of India and the forest department, in Dehing Patkai National Park in Assam, India on December 7, 2024.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Former Homeless Woman Who Found Old Family Photo Album Held Onto it and Returned it to Descendants
A woman who found a century-old family photo album in a dumpster while living on the streets later tracked down the family's descendants.
June 13, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Fuji X-E5 Sample Images
Fuji XE-5 sample images, the XE5 camera is considered an alternative to the X100 VI when compared with the recently announced 23mm f/2.8 lens. And the most important thing is now we have a more effective successive image stabilization system inside the camera, ability to use different sorts of lenses due to interchangeable lens mount, as well as it also retains the ability of the digital teleconverter where you will get 20 Megapixel images when you are switching to 1.4x crop and approximately 10 Megapixel images for social media share when you are using the 2x converter mode of the camera.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Fujifilm Designed the X-E5 to be an 'Immersive' Experience Aimed at Young Photographers
This week, Fujifilm announced the X-E5 — a popular line that has typically been one of the company's more affordable interchangeable lens cameras. However, with the inclusion of higher-end design elements and an elevated price to match, that changed.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Fully leaked Sigma 17-40mm f/1.8 E-mount press text!
A standard zoom lens with a large F1.8 aperture and exceptional image quality comparable to prime lenses across the entire zoom range.
June 13, 2025 — Source

One-Stop AI Video Editor Leverages Different Models to Transform Footage
Electric Sheep is an AI-powered video platform that can edit videos while adding AI-generated elements to them by harnessing different machine-learning models.
June 13, 2025 — Source< or Watch Video

Photographer Sets His Lens and Clients on Fire for Viral Portraits
Wedding, sports, and event photographer Josh from Michigan-based SBJ Studios has gone viral for his flaming hot portraits that he creates by setting his Canon lens on fire. Yes, really.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Snapseed Updated With Film-Inspired Filters and Redesigned Edit Experience
Google-owned iPhone editor Snapseed has received its first major update in years which brings a redesigned editing experience as well as a host of filters inspired by popular Kodak, Fujifilm, Polaroid, and Technicolor film stocks.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Surprising update: Sigma 12mm f/1.4 APS-C E-mount lens launch delayed? Here is the full press text!
A reliable source sent me a curious message: At the last minute, Sigma decided to delay the launch of the APS-C 12mm f/1.4 lens, which was supposed to be announced alongside the APS-C 17-40mm f/1.8 lens on June 17. Now, I'm not sure if he meant that all the different mount versions (E/X/L/RF) have been delayed or just some of them...
June 13, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — June 9th, 2025

Apple Redesigns its Camera App With New 'Liquid Glass' Aesthetic
The redesign is part of Apple's liquid glass aesthetic that is overhauling the look of every one of Apple's operating systems (OS). The semi-transparent design affects the Camera app and its controls as well as the Photos app and how pictures appear on a user's lock screen.
June 9, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Filmmaker Leaves $100K in Cameras in the Wild to Capture Rare Footage of Wolves
Filmmaker Jake Davis left eight high-end cameras inside weatherproof camera trap boxes around a bull elk that had died after being hunted by wolves.
June 9, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Fuji FX100: The Possibility of a Full-Frame Compact Camera in 2026
Fuji has a long history in creating amazing cameras, starting from the APS-C line of cameras and the medium format GFX series, all of which deliver exceptional image quality and retro aesthetics.
June 9, 2025 — Source

'How to Take Stunning Wildlife Photos' is a Free 45-Minute Educational Video
To cap off its duo of wildlife-focused YouTube series In Search of Nature and Framed in Nature, BBC Earth has published a 45-minute supercut tutorial titled "How To Take Stunning Wildlife Photographs" for free.
June 9, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Laowa 15mm f/4.5 0.5x Macro review by PetaPixelTV
Chris tested the new Laowa 15mm f/4.5 Macro lens and he really likes the lens:
June 9, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Museum Receives Thousands of Images by One of America's Earliest Female Photographers
'The Darned Club' by Alice Austen (October 29, 1891). This photo shows Alice Austen with friends Trude Eccleston, Julia Lord, and Sue Ripley (left to right). Known as 'The Darned Club,' the group earned the nickname from local boys who felt excluded by the women's friendship. Photo credit: Staten Island Historical Society
June 9, 2025 — Source

Photographer and Reporter Shot by Rubber Bullets During LA Protests
Members of the media have been shot at and injured by non-lethal weapons during the Los Angeles protests against immigration raids in the city.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Scientists Photograph Humpback Whales Blowing Bubble Rings to 'Speak' to Humans
For the first time, a team of scientists has photographed humpback whales blowing bubble rings to communicate with humans.
June 9, 2025 — Source

SmallRig's Tribex SE is a Lighter, Smaller Version of Its Potato Jet Tripod Collab
While the tripod has been slimmed down and some of the design elements have been adjusted in the SE, the core of the design remains the same as the original. Just as before, the main promised benefit of the design is that the entire tripod can be deployed and adjusted from a single handle. The tripod can be re-positioned with just one hand and with minimal effort, which means that a single operator can quickly overcome uneven ground (such as where one leg needs to be farther down than the others) without bending over or tediously adjusting legs individually.
June 9, 2025 — Source

VisionOS 26 Supports 360-Degree Footage From Insta360, Canon, and GoPro
Apple announced that with VisionOS 26, the Apple Vision Pro will natively support playback of 180-degree, 360-degree, and wide field-of-view content captured on Insta360, GoPro, and Canon devices.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Zookeepers Capture the Rare Moment a Dolphin Gives Birth
Zookeepers in Chicago have recorded rare footage of a bottlenose dolphin giving birth to a calf. The event happened in the early hours of Saturday morning this past weekend.
June 9, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — June 6th, 2025

Canon RF-S 18-50mm F4 IS STM Lens Patent
Canon is working on a constant aperture-based zoom lens for APS-C mirrorless cameras. According to the latest patent available at the Canon Japan Patent Office, the Canon research and development team of Canon is working on the RF-S 18-50mm F4 IS STM lens. In general, Canon takes 2 to 3 years to turn the patent into a real-world product. So if Canon is planning to bring this lens in the market, even though, we have to wait.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Fascinating Documerica Photo Project Focused on US Pollution in the 1970s
In the early 1970s, the United States was facing growing public concern over pollution, environmental degradation, and the future of the natural landscape. In response, the newly formed Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) launched a wide-ranging photographic initiative known as Documerica, aimed at capturing the state of the American environment and the lives of people affected by it.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Filming an Interactive Immersive Documentary Using a Custom Blackmagic 3D Camera Rig
Last week, PetaPixel spoke to the creative team behind the new immersive documentary, D-Day: The Camera Soldier, that explores the untold story of a D-Day combat cameraman through reconstructed old photos and footage and current-day interviews for Apple Vision Pro users. Today, Blackmagic Design detailed the miniaturized 3D rig it made for filming the immersive experience.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Full specs of the new Viltrox 85mm f/1.4 FE lens
The lens adopts 11 groups and 15 elements, including 3 ED lenses, 9 high-refractive index lenses, 11 circular aperture blades, minimum focusing distance is 0.79 meters, filter thread is 77mm, equipped with self-developed dual VCM motors, weighs about 800 grams.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Just announced: TTArtisan M01 Flash Light in film roll look!
The new TTArtisan Mini Flash Light is now available for preorder at Amazon.
June 6, 2025 — Source

I Bought an $8,000 Point-and-Shoot Camera and Don't Regret It. Here's Why
Over 25,000 photos later, I'm happy I made the decision to buy a Leica Q3 43.
June 6, 2025 — Source

I've Taken Over 25,000 Photos With My New Leica. These Are My Favorites
The Leica Q3 43 has gone with me everywhere to capture everything I see.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Leica LUX Re-Review: A Year of Progression, But Still a Few Stops Short
When I first reviewed Leica LUX, I approached it with a blend of cautious optimism and healthy skepticism. Leica's decision to enter the mobile photography app space was bold, considering both the reverence surrounding the Leica name and the saturated, high-standard world of iPhone photography apps — where names like Halide, Obscura, and ProCamera dominate. At launch, Leica LUX showed promise but also left a lot to be desired.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Two-month waiting list to get the Sony A1II :(
This does not seem promising for the announcement of the Sony A7V. I do not believe Sony will announce a new Alpha camera if it cannot keep up with production of its flagship model.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Venus Optics announced the first E-mount zoom Fisheye lens: Laowa 8-15mm f/2.8 FE
The first E-mount zoom Fisheye lens is now available for preorder at BHphoto and Venus Optics.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Woman Shocked After Beast Triggers Doorbell Camera
A woman in Cypress, Texas, received an unexpected surprise when her Ring doorbell camera captured a large snake slithering outside her home.
June 6, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — June 3rd, 2025

New Sony 50-150mm GM lens reviews
The Sony 50-150mm F2 GM (4400 euros) is a superb lens in term of ergonomics, compactness / weight, sharpness , color rendition , AF, bokeh, no focus breathing, parfocal. The lens will be ideal for Weddings, indoor sports and Portraits
June 3, 2025 — Source

Nikon and Sony Firmware Updates June 2025 - Z6 II, Z7 II and Sony Compacts
Nikon and Sony have announced firmware updates at the beginning of June 2025. Nikon added support for power zoom lenses in the Nikon Z6 Mark II and the Nikon Z7 Mark II cameras, and also fixed the touch autofocus functionality, which sometimes becomes unresponsive. The rest of the details you can see yourself in the Nikon section, and in Sony, we have an update for the compact cameras, which includes WEP2 as a connection option
June 3, 2025 — Source

Sony manager interview about the FX2: 1,5x de-squeeze is coming via future FW update...and so maybe OpenGate!
The Sony FX2 has been quite a controversial release. Armando Ferreira confronted a Sony manager about some of the quirks and here is a recap of his answers:
June 3, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Photography — May 30th, 2025

Camera Captures Massive Glacier Break That Buried Swiss Town
Footage shows the devastating moment a huge chunk of glacier collapsed and wiped out 90% of a picturesque Swiss village.
May 30, 2025 — Source

Photographer Captures Rare Photos of Flying Foxes Keeping Cool in Indian River
A photographer has captured a series of amazing images showing flying foxes keeping cool in the scorching heat of Gujarat, India.
May 30, 2025 — Source

Tourist’s Photo Shoot with Tiger Goes Horribly Wrong
A horrifying video of a tourist getting attacked by a tiger during a photo shoot at a zoo in Thailand is going viral online.
May 30, 2025 — Source

You Can Now Search with Google Lens in YouTube Shorts
On Thursday, YouTube announced that the feature will roll out in beta over the next few weeks. It will allow viewers to search for information about animals, landmarks, plants, and other items they see in a YouTube Short video.
May 30, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — May 28th, 2025

First Leaked images of the new Sony FX2!
Today at 4pm Berlin time Sony will announce the new FX2. And here are the first leaked images:
May 28, 2025 — Source

Fisherman Uses Drone to Save Drowning Teen at Florida Beach
Dramatic footage has revealed the moment a shark fisherman saved a drowning teenager by using a drone to drop a flotation device.
May 28, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Follow live: Sony FX2 announcement!
Sony FX2 preorder links
May 28, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Fuji Registers New Cameras for 2025 Launch
Fuji Registers New Cameras for 2025 Launch -- Fuji registers a new camera in the wireless certification agency, so it has become a total of 3 cameras which are in the announcement pipeline. One of them is almost confirmed, which is coming on June 11 — the Fuji XE5 camera. The rest of the two cameras are still unknown, can be a GFX camera or maybe an X-Pro 5.
May 28, 2025 — Source

Harvard Gives Up Ownership of Slave Photos After Descendant's Lawsuit
Harvard University will give up ownership of two 175-year-old daguerreotypes depicting an enslaved father and daughter, following the resolution of a years-long legal battle with a woman who claims to be a descendant of the individuals in the photographs.
May 28, 2025 — Source

I'm a full-time Canon photographer, but this Nikon camera made me wonder if I'm missing out
Your smartphone camera is very capable, but the Nikon Z50 II makes spending more for a true imaging sensor worth it.
May 28, 2025 — Source

Officially announced: Here is the new Sony FX2 with tillable EVF
Sony FX2 preorder links
May 28, 2025 — Source

Overview of the new super fast Thunderbolt 5 external storage
For work I constantly do use external storage for backup and editing. The new thunderbolt 5 standard now allows for super fast transfer of data.
May 28, 2025 — Source

PetaPixel review of the Sony FX2
Sony FX2 preorder links
May 28, 2025 — Source

Review: Zeiss 18mm 3.5 Distagon ZF.2
Zeiss offered a wide variety of manual focus lenses for Nikon F-mount and Canon EF. Many of these lenses have been famous not only for being purely manual focus lenses, but also for being pretty big compared to the competition. Sitting inbetween the huge Zeiss 15mm 2.8 and 21mm 2.8, this Zeiss 18mm 3.5 was Zeiss' "compact" ultra wide angle prime.
May 28, 2025 — Source

Sony FX2 Overview
The Sony FX2 is a full-frame cinema camera built around a 33MP BSI CMOS sensor.
May 28, 2025 — Source

Sony FX2 Review: Slow and Steady Might Win This Race
It's been more than four years since the launch of Sony's very popular FX3 compact cinema camera, so I was expecting an update to that model to come any time. Imagine my surprise when Sony instead launched a high-resolution cinema camera with a strong emphasis on photographic functionality and a brand-new design.
May 28, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

The Sony FX2 Aims to Be More Than a Video-Focused a7 IV or FX3 Junior
Sony has announced the FX2, a new cinema camera designed for the next generation of filmmakers. The camera combines the a7 IV's 33-megapixel full-frame image sensor with a video-friendly form factor, including a tilting electronic viewfinder (EVF).
May 28, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — May 27th, 2025

Here is the official Sony FX2 teaser!
Sony has officially released the live stream video for tomorrow's announcement. I turned up the brightness to see more of the MASSIVE, editable EVF:
May 27, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Is Photographer Terry Richardson Staging a Comeback?
Fashion magazines are hiring Terry Richardson years after the once-dominant photographer disappeared from view amid multiple allegations of sexual misconduct.
May 27, 2025 — Source

Man Who Stole Iconic Photograph of Winston Churchill is Jailed for Two Years
A Canadian man has been sentenced to almost two years in jail for stealing an iconic 1940s photograph of Sir Winston Churchill — known as The Roaring Lion.
May 27, 2025 — Source

Nikon Confirms Camera Price Hikes Are Coming, You Can Probably Guess Why
Are you in need of new Nikon hardware? You better act fast! The ongoing specter of trade tariffs is casting a shadow over the global imaging industry, with Nikon becoming the latest major player to confirm impending price increases on its cameras and lenses in the United States. Effective June 23, consumers can expect to see higher price tags on Nikon's coveted equipment, a move the company attributes directly to the burden of new tariffs on goods imported from China.
May 27, 2025 — Source

Nikon joins other camera manufacturers in raising prices due to tariffs
The increase may only affect lenses and accessories and not cameras, for now.
May 27, 2025 — Source

Nearly Extinct Antelope Species is Photographed for the First Time Ever
This is the first-ever photograph of the Upemba lechwe — one of the world's rarest large mammals, now teetering on the brink of extinction, with fewer than 100 of these elusive creatures believed to remain.
May 27, 2025 — Source

Photographer's Project Captures China's Growing Influence in Africa
Edward Burtynsky has been photographing human industry for decades and a new show focuses on China's evolving role in global manufacturing.
May 27, 2025 — Source

You Probably Can't Get the Lumix S9 in its Gorgeous 'Titanium Gold' Finish
Japanese photographers are getting a gorgeous new Lumix S9 camera next month. The "Titanium Gold" Lumix S9 camera features a new three-layer paint process, which Panasonic promises is more distinctive and eye-catching than conventional metallic paint.
May 27, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — May 23rd, 2025

Acclaimed Photojournalists Rush to Nick Ut's Defense
A week after World Press Photo suspended Nick Ut's credit on the famous Napalm Girl photo, big names in photojournalism have come to Ut's defense and attacked The Stringer and the people behind it for a perceived lack of transparency.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Apple Plans to Launch Smart Glasses to Rival Meta Ray-Bans
The upcoming glasses will be equipped with cameras, microphones, and speakers to support real-world analysis and hands-free interaction via Siri.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Canon EOS R50V Review
The Canon EOS R50 V is a new entry-level mirrorless camera aimed at content creators who want to upgrade from their smartphone, compact camera or DSLR to a more capable device.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Did Petapixel shoot the Fujifilm X-half episode with the Sony FX2?
In the last episode PetaPixel hid the name of the camera they made the video with. But in one of their pictures you can clearly see an Alpha brand camera. Knowing that next week (28 May) Sony will announce the FX2.... is this the camera?
May 23, 2025 — Source

Fujifilm X Half hands-on: whimsical, refreshing, and simply fun
A reminder that photography isn't always picture-perfect.
May 23, 2025 — Source

How the New TV Series 'Tucci In Italy' Captures the Essence of Italy
Celebrated actor Stanley Tucci has racked up an impressive six Emmy Awards and two Golden Globes throughout his lengthy career. However, alongside his award-winning roles, he is also beloved for hosting travel and food series, the latest being Tucci in Italy with National Geographic, which premiered this week.
May 23, 2025 — Source

How We Would Have Made the Fuji X half Differently | The PetaPixel Podcast
This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, Chris, Jordan, and I are joined once again by Sarah Teng and the four of us discuss what we would have perhaps done differently with the new Fujifilm X half design.
May 23, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

I Tried Fujifilm's Adorable New X Half Camera and It's a Pocketful of Fun
Designed to imitate the functions of a half-frame film camera, the tiny point-and-shoot digicam offers an enjoyably different shooting experience. However, its price is less enjoyable.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Iconic Photographer Sebastiao Salgado Has Died
Legendary Brazilian social documentary photographer Sebastião Salgado has died at age 81.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Lee Miller Set for Major Retrospective in London
A major retrospective of photographer Lee Miller's work will be displayed in London this coming fall. It will be one of the most extensive exhibits of her work ever shown and the largest ever in the UK.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Nikon Will Raise Prices in the US in One Month Because of Tariffs
Nikon announced today that it will increase the prices of its products in the United States in one month, on June 23, 2025, due to tariffs.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Retouch4me launched the new Apex AI photo editing app for portraits
Retouch4me has combined their neural networks into a single super-plugin for portrait retouching.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Sony made its shooting grip better for creators working without a crew
The upgraded GP-VPT3 puts its wireless camera controls on a removable Bluetooth remote.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Sony no longer leads the mirrorless market in Japan and falls behind Nikon
BCN published Full Frame mirrorless market share data for April. Sony's market share fell to 32.1%. Nikon now leads the market thanks to strong Nikon Z5II sales. For a decade Sony mostly lead this kind of ranking. A year ago their market share peaked at 49.4%.
May 23, 2025 — Source

The Reto Pano 35mm Film Camera Switches Between Standard and Pano Modes Mid-Roll
Reto, makers of vintage-inspired analog cameras and film, has announced that its latest device is a 35mm film camera that can switch between standard and panoramic modes without changing film.
May 23, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — May 22nd, 2025

Almost Half of the Images on Adobe Stock Are AI-Generated
Photographers are reporting that Adobe Stock is imposing upload limits after the image-selling platform has been swamped with AI imagery.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Canadian Hospital Employee Has Nonconsensual Nude Photo Lawsuit Tossed
A hospital employee, who claims his ex-girlfriend shared his naked selfie without his consent, has been told that his nude photo is not protected by privacy laws because he took the picture while at work.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Fuji X-Half - A Nostalgic Digital Camera or Overpriced Toy?
This may be the first Fujifilm camera that I don't like. Saying this from the bottom of a Fuji fan boy's heart. Ok, to be honest, after watching multiple reviews, and am not able to accept the type of still or video quality I am getting from this camera. Despite having a large 1-inch sensor. Image quality isn't able to reach the level that other cameras with a lens can do.
May 22, 2025 — Source or Source

Fujiflim's New X Half Camera Packs Retro Vibes Into A Capable Compact Shooter
Fujifilm has announced the global launch of a compact digital camera, the Fujifilm X-HF1 (a.k.a. X Half). Rocking full-on retro design vibes, the camera has interesting "features," such as a portrait-oriented sensor, optical viewfinder, AND rear display, plus no RAW support. We can only surmise that the X Half's target audience are social media butterflies like content creators and attention hogs with lots of money to spend.
May 22, 2025 — Source

How Canon Has Helped Photographers Recover From the LA Wildfires
Canon, in collaboration with Samy's Camera, the Los Angeles Times, and ULCA's School of Theater, Film, and Television, is helping provide essential resources, services, and opportunities to people dealing with the aftermath of the devastating Los Angeles wildfires earlier this year, including the Eaton and Palisades fires that did the majority of the damage.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Kolari's Magnetic Clip-in Filters Now Work With Micro Four Thirds Cameras
Kolari Vision, a photo and tech company known for its specialized infrared and ultraviolet products and camera conversion services, has announced new magnetic clip-in filters for Micro Four Thirds cameras, including OM System, Panasonic, and Blackmagic Design models.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Light Lens Lab's Remade P. Angenieux Lens Arrives in June for $1,099
As a refresher, the Light Lens Lab 50mm f/1.5 Z21 closely replicates its French progenitor, including a similar optical design and formula. The new Light Lens Lab prime features six elements arranged across four groups and aims to recreate the look and feel that makes the P. Angenieux 50mm f/1.5 Type S21 a sought-after vintage lens today.
May 22, 2025 — Source

National Portrait Gallery's Exhibition Charts the Evolution of Early Portrait Photography
An upcoming exhibition at the Smithsonian Institution's National Portrait Gallery invites visitors to explore the rise of the grand-scale, whole-plate photographic portrait — from the luxurious daguerreotype to the more affordable tintype.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Retouch4me Apex Automatically Retouches Portraits in One Click
Retouch4me, developer of a leading AI-based photo and video editing platform, has released Apex, a new plugin designed specifically for portrait retouching. The Apex plugin promises natural-looking, professional portrait retouching in under a minute.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Photographer Uses Visual Alchemy to Create Mesmerizing Timelapses
Born in Lyon, France, Thomas Blanchard is an award-winning artist who has reached worldwide acclaim, numerous exhibitions, and recognition for his powerful visual works blending chemistry and art into mesmerizing timelapses.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Urbex Photographer Claims NYPD Went After Him Over Instagram Photo
Urban explorer photographer Isaac Wright, otherwise known as "Drift", says that police put out a warrant for his arrest after he posted an image on Instagram a few months ago.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Video of Wedding Photographer Getting Excited About a Rainbow Racks Up 20 Million Views
A hilarious video of a wedding photographer getting uncontrollably excited when a rainbow suddenly appears during a couple's shoot has blown up on social media.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Wedding Photographer Offers Services to Cousin For Free, But Then Charges $3,000
A bride has taken to Reddit for advice after accepting free photography at her wedding as a "gift" but has since been sent a bill.
May 22, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — May 13th, 2025

Canon PowerShot SX740 HS Production Officially Ends
With the resurgence of the compact camera market, the Canon PowerShot SX740 HS is a popular choice for people looking for a smaller camera with a large zoom range. The SX740 HS covered a range of 24-960mm (35mm equivalent). You can shoot 4K video and timelapse as well has having 10fps max frame rate for stills.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Chinese Diver Drowns Trying to Retrieve Dropped GoPro Camera
A 30-year-old Chinese tourist drowned off the coast of Indonesia's Kakaban Island after attempting to retrieve a GoPro camera she had dropped during a dive.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Conservationist Uses Beautiful Photography to Help Save the Oceans
The ocean holds a special place in the hearts of many throughout history, from sailors to wildlife enthusiasts, but few young up-and-coming contemporaries are as entwined in understanding and documenting marine life as conservationist and photographer Rachel Moore.
May 13, 2025 — Source

DJI Announces the Mavic 4 Pro with Spinning Infinity Gimbal
With the announcement of the Mavic 4 Pro, DJI takes a giant creative leap forward in aerial content creation with improvements on nearly every aspect of the previous generation. The Mavic 4 Pro comes in a standard configuration with an RC 2 remote, the familiar Fly More Combo, and a new 512GB Creator Combo, which upgrades both the storage and remote.
May 13, 2025 — Source

DJI Mavic 4 Pro Has 360° 'Infinity Gimbal' and New 100MP Sensor
DJI has announced the Mavic 4 Pro, its latest high-end drone built for professional aerial photography and video applications. The Mavic 4 Pro features a brand-new 100-megapixel Hasselblad image sensor, large CMOS dual telephoto cameras, and an "Infinity Gimbal" with 360 degrees of rotation.
May 13, 2025 — Source

DJI Mavic 4 Pro Review: The Best Drone for Most Pros Stays on Top
The DJI Mavic is the all-around choice for midrange professional use, and now we get to witness the fourth version in all its splendor. Much like the 3 Pro that comes before it, the Mavic 4 Pro features a three-camera array on a sophisticated gimbal using Hasselblad color science to provide stunning photos and videos.
May 13, 2025 — Source or Watch Video or Source or Source

First image of the new SongRaw 85mm f/1.2 FE lens
On 20 May, the Chinese company SongRaw will introduce this new 85mm f/1.2 full-frame autofocus lens for the Sony E-, Nikon Z- and Leica L-mount system cameras. Above you can see the first image of the E-mount version. A pretty big lens!
May 13, 2025 — Source

Locked, Loaded, and Leveled: 8 Top Tripods for Canon Cameras in 2025
They say behind every great camera shot is an even greater tripod. Okay, nobody says that—but they should. Whether you're filming buttery B-roll, snapping long exposures, or capturing the stars (literal or red carpet), your Canon camera deserves a solid foundation. Let's count down the top 8 tripods in 2025 built to keep your shots crisp and your workflow smooth.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Magic The Gathering May Have Weighed In On Final Fantasy 7 Canon
One card referencing a key scene from Final Fantasy 7 may have solved a mystery from Rebirth.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Nighttime Eruption of Kanlaon Volcano in Philipines Caught on Thermal Camera
A thermal camera has captured the moment a volcano in the Philippines erupted, sending ash almost two miles (three kilometers) into the air.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Panasonic Announces S1 II, and S1 IIE Hybrid All-Arounders
B&H is excited to announce Panasonic latest follow-up camera: the full-frame all-arounder S1 II Mirrorless Camera, intended for hybrid creators in need of a high-speed, high-quality workhorse.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Panasonic Lumix DC-S1II Overview
The Panasonic Lumix DC-S1II is a 24MP full-frame camera with a 'partially stacked' sensor. It's aimed at stills and video shooters, with its ability to shoot Raw stills at up to 70fps and to record full-width 4K/60, 4K/120 with a slight crop and 6K open gate footage.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Panasonic Lumix DC-S1IIE Overview
The Panasonic Lumix DC-S1IIE is a 24MP, full-frame camera featuring a BSI CMOS sensor. It features similar capabilities to the S5IIX, but houses them in a refined body that also includes some workflow upgrades, such as support for Capture One tethering, and the ability to keep the shutter closed when changing lenses.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Panasonic Lumix S 24-60mm F2.8 Overview
Panasonic Lumix S 24-60mm F2.8 sample gallery
May 13, 2025 — Source

Panasonic Lumix S 24-60mm F2.8 Review
The latest addition to the L-Mount range of full-frame lenses comes in the shape of the Panasonic Lumix S 24-60mm F2.8 (S-E2460).
May 13, 2025 — Source

Panasonic Lumix S1 II Review: Pricey, Powerful, and Video-Centric
You might think that the world has enough 24-megapixel full-frame cameras by now, but you would be wrong. With image quality having reached a performance plateau, the only way to improve is by going faster. Last year, Nikon released its Z6 III, debuting a new partially stacked sensor.
May 13, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Panasonic Lumix S1 II versus Panasonic Lumix S1 IIE - Which is Better?
What exactly are the differences between the Panasonic Lumix S1 II and the slightly cheaper Lumix S1 IIE that were both released at the same time in 2025?
May 13, 2025 — Source

Panasonic Lumix S1 IIE Review
The S1 IIE is the new third-tier model in the Panasonic Lumix range of full-frame mirrorless cameras. This is a hybrid photo and video camera that provides 24 megapixel photos and up to 6K video.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Panasonic Lumix S1 IIE versus Panasonic Lumix S5 II - Which is Better?
What exactly are the differences between the Panasonic Lumix S1 IIE that was released in 2025 and the slightly cheaper Lumix S5 II from 2023?
May 13, 2025 — Source

Panasonic's New 24-60mm f/2.8 Swaps Focal Range for Compactness
Panasonic has announced the Lumix S 24-60mm f/2.8, a new large-aperture "standard zoom" for the L-mount system that sacrifices 10mm on the long end compared to the expected 24-70mm standard zoom but is more compact as a result.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Scientists Create Tiny Insect-Inspired Camera That Captures 9,120 FPS in Near Darkness
Scientists have created a tiny camera inspired by insect eyes that captures 9,120 frames per second (FPS), producing clear images even in low-light conditions.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Surprise: Sony A1II will be finally in Stock on May 15 at Bhphoto
Almost exactly six months after the announcement, the Sony A1II is 'regular' in stock at BHphoto (click here). Pre-orders are still not open at Amazon.
May 13, 2025 — Source

The Lumix S1 II and S1 IIE Are Panasonic's Most Advanced Hybrid Cameras Yet
Panasonic has announced two new hybrid photo and video full-frame L-mount cameras: the Lumix S1 II and S1 IIE. The company says the two new cameras are designed to offer "exceptional photographic and videographic capabilities."
May 13, 2025 — Source

The Panasonic S1R II is Getting 8.1K Open Gate and ARRI LogC3
Panasonic announced an upcoming firmware update for the S1R II, updates to the workflow-supporting applications Lumix Flow and Lumix Lab, and updates for S Series lenses.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Two Men Convicted of Felling Iconic Sycamore Tree Beloved by Photographers
Two men have been convicted of criminal damage for cutting down a beloved sycamore tree in northern England that was a magnet for photographers and nature lovers alike.
May 13, 2025 — Source

UK CAA Drone Rule Changes Guide : Major Regulation Overhaul Arriving in 2026
What if the way you fly your drone today becomes obsolete in just a few years? With the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) proposing sweeping changes to drone regulations set to roll out in 2026, this scenario might not be far off. From the introduction of Remote ID systems to a brand-new classification framework tailored specifically for the UK, these updates promise to reshape the drone landscape as we know it.
May 13, 2025 — Source

YouTube Takes Action Against Fake AI-Generated Movie Trailers
YouTube is cracking down on channels creating fake AI-generated movie trailers, a genre of content that has become extremely popular on the platform.
May 13, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — May 9th, 2025

Acclaimed Filmmaker Shows the Cinematic Abilities of iPhone 16 Pro
As part of its global Shot on iPhone campaign, Apple released Last Scene, a new short film shot entirely on the iPhone 16 Pro by acclaimed Japanese director Hirokazu Kore-eda.
May 9, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

An Artist Brought a Broken Canon Super 8 Camera Back to Life as a 4K Video Camera
Last year, Nico Rahardian Tangara went to a flea market in Sydney, Australia, and found an old, non-functional Canon 514XL-S Super 8 movie camera for just $5. Tangara bought the camera and converted into a working 4Kp60 camcorder using a Raspberry Pi system.
May 9, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Leica Adds ProRes 422 HQ Cinema 6K and 4K Recording to the SL3
Leica has published a firmware update for its SL3 mirrorless camera that adds the ability to record in Cinema 4K and Cinema 6K in ProRes 422 HQ internally to a CFexpress card.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Just announced: New TTartisan Tilt APS-C 35mm f/1.4 lens
The new TTartisan Tilt lens is available at Amazon, TTartisan, Pergear.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Panasonic to Announce LUMIX S1 II & S1 IIe on May 13
Panasonic has announced a livestream for two new cameras and a new lens happening on May 13, 2025. It's rumored that Panasonic will announce the LUMIX S1 II and S1 IIe and a 24-60mm f/2.8 lens.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Shoot in the Dark: 4 Best Low-Light Canon Cameras of 2025
Let's be real: not all adventures happen under studio lighting. Whether you're capturing late-night concerts, dimly lit cafes, or urban jungle escapades at 2 a.m., your camera better see in the dark better than a cat with night-vision goggles. Enter the world of Canon low-light champions — cameras designed to slay the noise, boost the ISO, and keep your shadows rich, not grainy. In 2025, Canon's lineup has something for everyone: from pro-grade beasts to sleek pocket powerhouses. Ready to find your perfect low-light companion?
May 9, 2025 — Source

Sony Major Announcement on May 28, 2025 [Updated]
According to the latest Sony camera announcement rumor coming from the rumor mill, Sony is preparing for its next announcement on May 21, 2025
May 9, 2025 — Source

Sony Xperia 1 VII: Ultimate Buyers Guide
The Sony Xperia 1 VII has been announced, Sony's brand new flagship. The device was announced on May 13, which is within Sony's release schedule. The Sony Xperia 1 VI also arrived in May, but in 2024. With that being said, this phone looks a lot like its predecessor. Sony opted not to change the design, but to focus on what lies on the inside. It's not easy to tell apart Sony's flagships in recent years.
May 9, 2025 — Source

The Vibrant Winners of the 1839 Awards 2025 Color Photography Contest
The vibrant winners of the 2025 Color Photography Contest by the 1839 Awards celebrate a veritable rainbow of hues and genres.
May 9, 2025 — Source

This is the First AI Video to be Transferred Onto Film
A video artist has created the first-known film that began life as an AI video but was finished on analog film.
May 9, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

This Rolling Wildlife Spy Camera Looks Like Dung
What would you do to create unique wildlife footage? Build a robotic spy Dung Cam, of course.
May 9, 2025 — Source

UPDATE: New Sony camera announcement in May 28
UPDATE: I can now confirm that Sony will be announcing a new E-mount camera on 28 May (not May 21 as previously reported). Like I told you before, it will not be a new Sony A7IV successor that is coming. There are rumors that this camera has a new tilting EVF design similar to the GX9.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Will We Finally See Third-Party Autofocus for Full-Frame RF?
This article took a couple of days going back and forth as to whether or not it should be written. The topic of third-party RF lenses for full-frame cameras has been a polarizing one.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Zoom In on Nature: 6 Best Canon Wildlife Photography Lenses of 2025
In the untamed world of wildlife photography, your lens is more than gear—it's your spirit animal. Whether you're tracking the majestic beat of a bald eagle's wings or catching a raccoon mid-heist, the glass you choose can mean the difference between a National Geographic moment and "meh." Luckily, Canon's 2025 lens lineup is a glorious jungle of possibilities—sleek zooms, bokeh beasts, and mighty primes that'll make your shutter finger twitch with anticipation.
May 9, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — May 6th, 2025

Arctic Wolves Cozy Up To Wildlife Photographers in Magical Moment Caught on Camera
A group of wildlife photographers on an expedition in Nunavut, Canada, were recently treated to an experience of a lifetime when a pack of friendly and curious Arctic wolves approached and cozied up to them.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Canon PowerShot V1 Review
The Canon PowerShot V1 is a new compact camera aimed at content creators who want to upgrade from their smartphone to a more capable device.
May 6, 2025 — Source

DxO just announced the new Nik Collection 8
Paris (France): DxO today unveils Nik Collection 8, the latest version of its celebrated creative plugin suite for photographers. This new release brings a completely redesigned Photoshop panel, powerful new masking functionality, and significant improvements to Silver Efex and Color Efex, delivering a more dynamic editing experience.
May 6, 2025 — Source or Source

Gordon Laing Photographs the Beauty of Iceland With the Fujifilm GFX100RF
Gordon Laing, an outstanding camera reviewer from CameraLabs and friend of PetaPixel, just published his review of the Fujifilm GFX100RF which he took to arguably one of the best locations for the compact medium format camera: Iceland.
May 6, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

I replaced my iPhone 16 Pro Max with this 4K pocket camera for video - and can't go back
The DJI Osmo Pocket 3 does a few things better than my iPhone, and for that reason, it's become an essential part of my travel kit.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Leica Hikes Prices as Much as 90%
As PetaPixel reported last week, Leica's prices are increasing in the United States thanks to tariffs. The scale of the price increase is, in some cases, extreme. Certain Leica products are nearly twice as expensive now.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Light Lens Lab Shares the Latest on its Ambitious Film Project
Light Lens Lab has shared a new behind-the-scenes look at its ambitious project to create film emulsions using its brand new proprietary machinery and emulsion process.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Microsoft Photos Can Relight Your Images
Microsoft announced that the next wave of Windows experiences includes new features for Windows 11 and Copilot+ PCs, followed by powerful new Surface AI-ready hardware. On the software side, Microsoft Photos and Paint promise impressive new AI-powered image editing features and tools.
May 6, 2025 — Source

New Some 50-150mm GM review by Christopher Frost and Dunna Did it
This lens has the potential to be more popular than I expected. The focal length range and aperture values make it very useful and practical to use in many scenarios. Christopher Frost just named it his favorite zoom lens of all time:
May 6, 2025 — Source

Photographer Says Kanye West Stole His KKK Photo for Album Cover
On the left is Kanye West's now-deleted social media post showing the album cover for Cuck, which was initially going to be called WW3. Peter van Agtmael's original image for Magnum Photos in 2015 is on the right.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Roman Colosseum Tourist Impaled on Spiked Fence While Trying to Get a Photo
A 47-year-old American man was brutally impaled on a spiked metal fence at the Colosseum in Rome while scaling the barrier in an attempt to get a photo.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Sigma USA officially announces price increases from 2 June due to tariffs
Mark Amir-Hamzeh, President of Sigma America just sent out this statement:
May 6, 2025 — Source

Sigma Will Increase Prices in the US on June 2 Because of Tariffs
Sigma America announced that it will increase prices in the United States beginning June 2 due to tariffs.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Sony "FX3a" will be announced tomorrow...but don't worry one more camera is coming!
Tomorrow Sony will release the new "Sony FX3a". But to call it new is an exaggeration. Basically the LCD display is no more in production and Sony had to release this new version with a new display and charger. So this is not a real updated FX3 and a new Sony FX3II is still on track to be released within a year.
May 6, 2025 — Source

The AP Will Not Change Nick Ut's Credit on 'Napalm Girl' Photo
The Associated Press (AP) has released an extensive report looking at whether Nick Ut is the author of the Vietnam War Napalm Girl image. After a detailed investigation, it has decided that it will not change the credit on the famous photograph.
May 6, 2025 — Source

The best vlogging cameras you can buy: Expert tested
We tested the best vlogging cameras for every type of content creator from brands like Sony, DJI, and Insta360. These are our top picks.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Two-Time Atomos CEO Jeromy Young Replaced by Co-Founder of Blackmagic Design
Atomos CEO Jeromy Young is out, replaced by the company's COO Peter Barber, TVB Europe reports. Barber joined Atomos in February 2024 and is best known as the co-founder of Blackmagic Design, which he left in 2017.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Zenfolio Admits That It Had a Rough Decade
Once an industry leader in the photography website space, Zenfolio has had a rough time in recent years. Photographers have lamented the company's steady decline, frequent back-end changes, high prices, and user-unfriendly changes. While the company continues to improve its product offering and platform, it acknowledges some of its missteps.
May 6, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — May 5th, 2025

Nikon Z7 Mark III Leaked Specifications: Is the Rumored Camera Real?
The photography community is buzzing with speculation about the Nikon Z7 Mark III, thanks to recently leaked specifications. The Independent Association of Photographers from China has labeled these leaks as fake, but are they entirely baseless? Let's dive into the details of the leaked specs, their plausibility, and what they mean for Nikon's high-resolution camera lineup.
May 5, 2025 — Source

President Trump Announces 100% Tariffs on Movies Filmed Outside the US
US President Donald Trump has announced — via a Sunday evening post on Truth Social — that he is authorizing the institution of immediate 100% tariffs on all movies produced on foreign lands, calling them a national security threat.
May 5, 2025 — Source

Sony will likely announce TWO new cameras this month: One of them is a new kind of camera!
I have unconfirmed rumors from a sources about a DOUBLE Sony camera announcement:
May 5, 2025 — Source

Tamron financial report: Six lenses coming in 2025, but sees some risks related to tariff uncertainty.
Tamron released the full Q1 financial report. They reported a slight decreased in Net Sales but an increased gross profit thanks to cost reductions and productivity improvements. They still plan to release to launch a total of six lenses in 2025:
May 5, 2025 — Source

The White House Correspondents Photo of the Year is a Confusing Choice
The winning photo was taken by New York Times photographer Doug Mills and depicts former president Joe Biden as he walks away from a podium.
May 5, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — May 2nd, 2025

12 Reasons Why The Insta360 X5 Is Better Than An Action Camera
Despite a long established overlap between 360-degree cameras and action cameras, it was not until the recent launch of the Insta360 X5 that one might actually consider such a camera a full-on replacement for an action camera. Thanks to a few key innovations, the X5 may well be the tipping point where the 360 camera really takes over. It might even beat action cameras at their own game.
May 2, 2025 — Source

Canadians will also pay more for Leica cameras as a result of US tariffs
Canadians will be subjected to the same 7 percent price increase as US customers because of Leica's supply chain.
May 2, 2025 — Source

Don't Throw Out Your Old DSLR Camera - Use It To Take Incredible Vintage Photos Instead
It's the start of the spring season, which means many are undergoing the spring cleaning process. Whether you're planning on selling, donating, or downright throwing out your old stuff, there may be some attic or garage finds worth keeping around. In an ever-advancing technological world, an old DSLR might not seem like something worth putting in the keep pile.
May 2, 2025 — Source

Largest Japanese store reports a revival in Sony RX100VII sales
Yodobashi, Japan's largest retailer, has published its bestsellers for the first half of April:
May 2, 2025 — Source

Nikon Z5 II Review
The Nikon Z5 II is an entry-level 35mm full-frame mirrorless camera that offers 4K/60p video, up to 30fps burst shooting, and IBIS.
May 2, 2025 — Source

Photo of Bird Bursting Through Waterfall Wins GDT Nature Photographer of the Year 2025
Like in prior years, this particular competition is exclusively open to GDT members. However, this does little to stifle the competition, as the award-winning images are incredible. Over 500 photographers from 11 countries entered more than 8,000 photos for consideration.
May 2, 2025 — Source

Scientists Say Deepfakes Can Take on Human Heartbeats Making Them Impossible to Detect
Generative AI technology has undermined what is real and what is not. The old remark That's Photoshop — previously used to question an image's authenticity — has now been replaced by That's AI.
May 2, 2025 — Source

The best action cameras for 2025
All the top models from GoPro, DJI and Insta360.
May 2, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — April 28th, 2025

Beyond the Basics: 9 Tips to Improve Your Wildlife Photography
This husband-and-wife team photographs birds, reptiles, mammals, and marine life across all seasons and continents. Their extensive experience, from photographing bison and wolves in Yellowstone to penguins in Antarctica, has yielded invaluable insights. The photography team shares practical tips that have helped them improve their wildlife photography, especially when tackling challenging conditions.
April 28, 2025 — Source

Canon Japan Confirms US Tariffs Will Increase Prices
Most camera companies have elected to remain quiet about how new tariffs are affecting supply chains in the United States, but Canon Japan finally spoke on the issue during a question-and-answer period following its 2025 first-quarter financial results.
April 28, 2025 — Source

Kodak PIXPRO FZ55 Leads Japan's Compact Camera Rankings for 2025
The compact market in Japan is experiencing remarkable demand, and the new consumer base is generally the young photographers and Social media influencers. The latest sales ranking from BCN+R for February to March 2025, the report reveals this surprising leader: the Kodak PIXPRO FZ55 tops the sales chart of compact cameras. Just after that, we have the Fujifilm Instax Mini Evo in second place, and in third place, we have the Panasonic Lumix TZ99.
April 28, 2025 — Source

New Luminar Spring update released
The latest update focuses on making everyday editing faster, easier, and more intuitive, with new tools and thoughtful improvements shaped directly by user feedback. Whether you're a hobbyist looking to streamline your process or a pro aiming for polished results with less hassle, this update brings meaningful enhancements without overcomplicating your workflow.
April 28, 2025 — Source

New Sigma 200mm f/2.0 FE lens will be announced before summer!
Now two trusted sources have confirmed that we will get a 200mm f/2.0 SPORT FE and L-mount lens before the summer. Delivery will probably start in July. And both also told me that a second fast lens will be announced shortly thereafter (and it's not the 35mm f/12. II). More about this lens soon on SAR.
April 28, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Photographer Captures Epic Battle Between Snake and Heron
A photographer captured a mind-blowing image of a snake coiled around a bird's neck during an epic fight for survival.
April 28, 2025 — Source

Texas Police Return Seized Sally Mann Photos
Police in Fort Worth, Texas have returned the Sally Mann photographs that were seized from a modern art museum following complaints that her artwork constituted child pornography.
April 28, 2025 — Source

The Pixii Max Digital Rangefinder's 24MP Full-Frame Sensor Is Darn Good
French startup Pixii's first full-frame digital rangefinder camera, the Pixii Max, launched last year to significant interest. DxOMark reviewed the camera's 24-megapixel BSI CMOS image sensor earlier this month, providing relatively rare insight into the camera's performance.
April 28, 2025 — Source

This Boston Dynamics Robot Has a New Job in Photography
Many will be familiar with Atlas, the humanoid robot created by Boston Dynamics that can run, do cartwheels, and even dance. But photographers may want to pay attention to its latest trick: learning to operate cameras.
April 28, 2025 — Source

TTArtisan's New 35mm T2.1 Lens Features Two Different Bokeh Styles
TTArtisan's newest cinema prime lens is bold and unusual. The TTArtisan 35mm T2.1 Cine Dual-Bokeh provides users, whether shooting photos or videos, the ability to control the lens's bokeh behavior.
April 28, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Photography — April 25th, 2025

30 Award-Winning Street Photos Make the Ordinary Truly Extraordinary
International street photography platform Pure Street Photography (PSP) announced today the winners and finalists of the Pure Street Photography Grant 2025, showcasing and celebrating incredible photographic voices from around the world.
April 25, 2025 — Source

How Cinematographer Jessica Lee Gagne Crafted the Look of 'Severance'
Apple TV's hit series Severance is celebrated for its engaging story, incredible acting performances, and striking visuals. PetaPixel spoke with Severance cinematographer Jessica Lee Gagne, one of the masterminds behind the show's eye-catching aesthetic, clever camera shots (like the iconic elevator transition zoom dolly sequence), and, as of season two, direction as well.
April 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Just announced: New Viltrox Vintage Z1 On-Camera Flash
The new Viltrox Vintage Z1 On-Camera Flash is now available at BHphoto, Amazon, Viltrox.
April 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Selfie-Seeking Tourists Could be Contributing to Rise in Shark Attacks
A new study suggests that tourists chasing selfies may be contributing to the rise in shark attacks.
April 25, 2025 — Source

'Severance' Cinematographer Jessica Lee Gagne on Cinematography and Directing | The PetaPixel Podcast
On this week's episode of the PetaPixel Podcast, we sit down with the acclaimed cinematographer-turned-director behind Apple TV's hit series Severance, tackle tariffs, and discuss the biggest news in the photo space, including Fujifilm's newest teaser.
April 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Sony Pulls First-Party PS3 Games Resistance: Fall of Man and Resistance 2 From PS5 and PS4 as Part of Big PS Plus Clearout
Grand Theft Auto 5, InFamous: Second Son, and Batman: Arkham Knight also leaving the service.
April 25, 2025 — Source

Sony's Next Flagship Spotted in the Wild as Xperia 1 VII Images Surface
Sony's upcoming flagship smartphone, the Xperia 1 VII, has just appeared in the wild. First live images of the Sony Xperia 1 VII are here, thanks to a certification listing. It's coming in three colors, black, navy green, and purple, while it's expected to launch next month.
April 25, 2025 — Source

Swiss Guard Soldiers Carry Anti-Drone Rifles Ahead of Pope Francis' Funeral
Swiss Guard soldiers have been spotted wielding huge anti-drone rifles ahead of Pope Francis's funeral this weekend — with a no-fly zone already in place around Vatican City.
April 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

The Three Moments That Brought Nikon Back From the Brink
PetaPixel has written at length about how impressive it is that Nikon was able to turn its business around. From teetering on the brink to its now soaring success, the last five years have been an incredible journey for the company. Speaking to PetaPixel, Nikon attributes its phoenix-like revival to three key moments.
April 25, 2025 — Source

This Photographer Shot 1970s New York From the Hip
In July 1973, Mark Cohen spent a month living in a dorm room at New York University (NYU) while taking part in a film production workshop. His daily classes were short so he used his free time to walk around the city with his camera.
April 25, 2025 — Source

Weather Balloon Captures Airliner Whizzing Underneath It at 500 MPH
A 360-degree camera attached to a weather balloon captured an airliner flying beneath it at an astonishing speed of 500 miles per hour (800 kilometers per hour).
April 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Photography — April 22nd, 2025

Acquiring RED Let Nikon Immediately Respond to the Changing Video Market
When Nikon acquired RED last year, it had an immediate effect on how video professionals saw the company. But optics aren't where it ended, as Nikon showed that in a shockingly short time, it was able to leverage RED to immediately respond to the changing demands of creative professionals.
April 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Canon EOS R6 Mark II vs Canon EOS R7 — Mirrorless Mayhem
In a world where camera specs spark more heated debates than pineapple on pizza, two Canon mirrorless beasts—the R6 Mark II and R7—stand ready for digital domination. Whether you're a hobbyist hunting for birds or a pro nailing wedding vows in golden hour glow, this duel isn't just about megapixels—it's about soul. The Canon R6 Mark II, a full-frame favorite with buttery low-light chops, faces off against the Canon R7, a crop-sensor sniper with precision and punch. Buckle up, pixel peepers and bokeh brawlers—we're diving deep into the dials, dreams, and digital wizardry of Canon's mirrorless marvels.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Did Joe Biden Photoshop Himself Into an Easter Family Photo?
Former President Joe Biden has been accused of editing himself into a family photo celebrating Easter. But did he really?
April 22, 2025 — Source

Fujifilm Teases New Camera Promising 'Half the Size, Twice the Story'
Fujifilm released a new video early this morning that teases a new camera. The new camera promises "half the size, twice the story."
April 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Insta360 Says Its X5 360° Camera Is the Smartest and Toughest Ever Made
After last week's teaser, Insta360 announced X5, the company's latest 360-degree camera. The company calls the Insta360 X5 "the smartest, toughest 360-degree camera ever made," while promising improved image quality thanks to large Type 1/1.28 image sensors and faster AI processors.
April 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Insta360 is coming for GoPro with the X5, a new 8K 360-degree action camera
The new action camera can capture 360-degree visuals in any environment.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Insta360 X5 camera hands-on: Bigger sensors, improved low light performance
New shooting modes also make it easier to share your clips.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Insta360 X5: the camera I didn't know I'd like so much
All the important upgrades are here: bigger sensor, better low-light and swappable lenses.
April 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Insta360's new 360-degree action cam lets you replace damaged lenses
The X5 also has a larger sensor that, with AI optimization, improves low-light footage.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Fujifilm X-Half Teaser Out - Announcement Soon
Fuji today announced the teaser offers the first digital half-frame camera—the X-Half. Let's explore the images we have captured from the teaser, although it fails to reveal anything, even if we push the shadows to the limit.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Just announced: New Sony 50-150mm f/2.0 GM lens
 
April 22, 2025 — Source

Man Sues Apple for $5 Million for Not Recovering His Photos After iPhone Theft
A man has filed a lawsuit against Apple for failing to recover his photos and data after his iPhone was stolen.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Officially announced: new Samyang/Schneider 14-24mm f/2.8
Samyang and Shcneider officially announced the new 14-24mm f/2.8 FE lens. You can se all specs and image samples on this official product page. I have yet not found any preorder option in the USA&EU.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Photographer Places Camera Traps Deep in African Rainforest
Photographer Will Burrard-Lucas spent 12 months operating remote cameras deep in the Congo rainforest to reveal some of the region's most elusive species in breathtaking detail.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Samyang's New 14-24mm f/2.8 is a Collab with Schneider-Kreuznach
While it was teased at CP+ earlier this year, Samyang today announced the AF 14-24mm f/2.8 FE made in collaboration with Schneider-Kreuznach. The company says the lens combines Schneider-Kreuznach's renowned optical expertise with LK Samyang's advanced technology in a lens with "exceptional performance."
April 22, 2025 — Source

Sony 50-150mm f/2.0 GM Lens Announced: A Game-Changer for Portrait and Wedding Photography
Sony has announced the FE 50-150mm f/2.0 GM lens. Sony has never announced such a lens before with a focal range from 50 to 150 and having a constant f/2.0 aperture range.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Sony FE 50-150mm F2 GM Overview
Sony FE 50-150mm F2 GM sample gallery
April 22, 2025 — Source

Sony has registered one more camera in Asia: Now we have one FX and one ALPHA E-mount camera coming soon
A new Sony camera registration was spotted in China yesterday. We now have a total of two Sony cameras to be announced within a few months:
April 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Sony Unveils Unique FE 50-150mm f/2 G Master, the Fastest Zoom of Its Kind
Sony announced its 80th E-mount lens, the first-of-its-kind FE 50-150mm f/2 G Master. The fast, constant-aperture zoom lens aims to replace a series of prime lenses. The lens is designed for portraits, weddings, indoor sports, and video.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Tamron 18-300mm APS-C Lens for Canon RF and Nikon Z Mount Announced
TAMRON Announces Development of All-In-One Zoom Lens For Nikon Z Mount and CANON RF Mount 18-300mm F/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD (Model B061) One Lens That Covers Wide-Angle To Ultra-Telephoto-and Everything In Between!
April 22, 2025 — Source

This Viral Video of a Chameleon Changing Colors is Fake
A video on YouTube showing a chameleon rapidly changing color has over 20 million views and was recently picked up by news websites — but it is a fake.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Underwater Camera Finds Mysterious Car in Sunken World War II Ship
Researchers sent a remotely operated camera inside a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier that was sunk in the Pacific Ocean during World War II and were stunned to find a mysterious car inside the wreck.
April 22, 2025 — Source

When Are Third-Party Lenses Coming for Canon RF Full-Frame Mount?
In a recent interview with Go Tokura, the Chief Executive Officer of Canon Imaging Group, IR and RDE, once again addressed the same hot topic that Canon users are actually eagerly waiting for: when will Canon open their full-frame RF mount for third-party lens makers?
April 22, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — April 20th, 2025

Photographer's Stark Images of Circus Life in the 1980s
The Library of Congress looks after some of the nation's most important images and it recently acquired a fascinating set of photos taken by Edwin Martin who documented six traveling circuses from 1983 to 1986.
April 20, 2025 — Source

Samyang/Schneider 14-24mm f/2.8 FE lens will be announced on April 22
The new lines will be officially released and available for preorder on April 22 at around 10am London time.
April 20, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — April 17th, 2025

Canon Announcement Delays Possible, Including The Canon EOS R6 Mark III
Well, the hits keep on coming during the current economic fun. We already know that Canon USA will be increasing prices by 7-8% on their entire line-up of cameras and lenses. There may also be some inventory issues in the near-term.
April 17, 2025 — Source

Canon Goes After Third-Party Amazon Sellers Again
Canon requests removal of toner cartridges from Amazon.com, including Toner H-Party brand cartridges sold by True Printing
April 17, 2025 — Source

Canon's Imaging Business Booms - Next Stop: Video-Centric Growth
Canon's overall image division performed very well in the past; the business unit saw an 8.8% increase in sales, reaching 937.4 billion yen compared to the previous term.
April 17, 2025 — Source

ChatGPT Can Turn Your Dog Into a Human
ChatGPT's powerful new AI image generator continues to make waves as people keep finding creative ways to use it. The latest trend? Users are turning their dogs into humans.
April 17, 2025 — Source

Just announced: First Industrial cameras using the massive Sony 247mp medium format sensor
The companies Vexcel and Ximea have just announced their new industrial camera using the new Sony 247mp medium format sensor. Don't think we are going to see that sensor in a more classic camera for photographers.
April 17, 2025 — Source

NBA Photographer's Gameday Routine See Him Manage Eight Cameras at Once
An NBA photographer has given an insight into what it is like covering a professional basketball game and the incredible amount of work that goes into it.
April 17, 2025 — Source

Nikon Z9 Mark II, Coming before 2026 Winter Olympics?
There has been talk that we will have the new Nikon Z9 Mark II camera before the 2026 Olympics. If you look at the trend in the past. We have witnessed that Nikon and Canon were usually seen announcing their flagship bodies before the Olympics. Now it's almost 4 years since the Z9 — the original Z9 was announced before the 2022 ( before Winter Olympics).
April 17, 2025 — Source

Palestinian Photojournalist Wins World Press Photo of the Year 2025
The World Press Photo Awards has announced its overall winner and Samar Abu Elouf, a Palestinian photojournalist, has won Photo of the Year for her portraits of a young boy named Mahmoud Ajjour who was severely injured while fleeing an Israeli attack in Gaza.
April 17, 2025 — Source

Surprise: Sony firmware update for older cameras like the ZV-E10, A7rIV, A7III
Sony updated "older" cameras like the ZV-E10 (firmware here), A7c (firmware here) and A7III (firmware here). Improvements:
April 17, 2025 — Source

Tariff war: BHphoto removed the preorder option on twenty Sony lenses!
Sony lenses keep "disappearing" from BHphoto. Now we have three lenses that are no more available for reorder:
April 17, 2025 — Source

Thermal Drones Discover 'Near-Mythical' Tree Kangaroos
Researchers used thermal drones and unexpectedly discovered a rare species of tree kangaroo living in the wild in Australia.
April 17, 2025 — Source

This Game Challenges You to Guess Which Year a Photo Was Taken
A fun new game made by a Redditor challenges people to guess the year a photo was taken. It tests camera knowledge and requires the player to know their history.
April 17, 2025 — Source

This Photo of Abraham Lincoln is Expected to Sell for $1 Million at Auction
An extremely rare photograph of Abraham Lincoln, described as "the closest you will get to ever seeing" the President, is estimated to fetch up to $1 million at auction this month.
April 17, 2025 — Source

TIPA Awards 2025 - Best Cameras & Lenses of the Year
Every year, the Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) announces its prestigious awards, honoring the best of the best cameras and lenses of each category. Whether ur casual or pro, this list will surely help you to sort out the best camera or lens for you. Now lets explore the list of TIPA awards 2025
April 17, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — April 11th, 2025

First tariff effects? BH removed the Sony 400-800mm preorder option and Adorama says it's shipping out in June only
This is rather unusual, but the pre-order option for the Sony 400-800mm has been removed from BHphoto and Adorama says it won't ship until June. I'm really not sure if this has to do with the current rate situation or if there is a sudden unexpected demand for this lens.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Is A Canon RF 300-600mm f/5.6L IS USM The New Big Zoom That's Coming?
The RF 200-500mm f/4L IS USM has been rumored for ages, and we know that prototypes were out there, but where is it? We have reported and blown possible announcement dates. Apologies for that.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Ken Griffey Jr. is Photographing This Year's Masters Tournament at Augusta
Baseball legend and Hall of Famer Ken Griffey Jr. has been spotted at the Augusta National Golf Club with his camera covering this week's Masters Tournament.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Sigma 300-600mm review by Christopher Frost and Northrup
Christopher Frost has published a review of the Sigma 300-600mm and he really likes the lens:
April 11, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — April 7th, 2025

A Century of Rare Royal Portraits Are on Display in Edinburgh Exhibition
The Royal Collection Trust announced that over 100 years of rarely seen royal portrait photographs, negatives, and archival materials will be displayed at The King's Gallery in Edinburgh.
April 7, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Astronaut Captures Vibrant Green Aurora From Space
American astronaut and chemical engineer Don Pettit is celebrated for his orbital astrophotography created during long-duration stays aboard the International Space Station. His latest footage shows beautiful views of the Northern Lights from space.
April 7, 2025 — Source

BIG Sony announcement soon with a never seen before lens!
I just received triple confirmation about a big Sony announcement happening soon. This is NOT for the successor to the A7IV camera.... this will be an epic lens ;)
April 7, 2025 — Source

Does The Canon RF 200-800mm f/6.3-9 IS USM Have A Design Weakness?
The Canon RF 200-800mm f/6.3-9 IS USM has been a terrific selling lens for Canon. We're big fans of its performance and price performance. It has allowed so many photographers get reach without selling their car or a kidney.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Famed Photographer, Educator, and Author Bryan F Peterson Has Died
Former professional photographer, prolific author, and educator Bryan F Peterson has died.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Is There a Pair of New f/1.2L Lenses on the Horizon?
There have been a lot of mentions about new RF mount lenses coming in 2025 and 2026. The number continues to grow, and if Canon sticks to their 8-10 new lenses a year declaration from a few years ago, we're quickly hitting that number in rumored lenses.
April 7, 2025 — Source

New Company SongRaw Unveils First Lens, Full-Frame AF 50mm f/1.2 Moonlit
There is a new Chinese lens manufacturer on the scene: SongRaw. The new company's debut product is the SongRaw AF 50mm f/1.2 Moonlit, a fast autofocus-equipped 50mm f/1.2 prime for full-frame mirrorless cameras.
April 7, 2025 — Source

NiSi Aureus Full-Frame Cine Primes Feature Super-Fast T1.4 Aperture
Filter and lens company NiSi announced the Aureus Prime T1.4 Cinema Lens Series, a group of five new full-frame cinema lenses designed for high-end film and video production.
April 7, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

People Are Using Camera Filenames to Make Midjourney More Photorealistic
Midjourney released its latest V7 model last week and already users have been inputting creative prompts that include a filename from a camera system to achieve photorealistic AI images.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Revered Wildlife Photographer Jim Brandenburg Dies Age 79
National Geographic photographer Jim Brandenburg has died at age 79 in Minnesota. Tributes have poured in for the "inspirational" image-maker.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Sennheiser's New Climate-Proof Shotgun Mic Is Built for Pros
Sennheiser announced a rugged new stereo shotgun microphone designed for professional broadcasting and filming applications. The Sennheiser MKH 8018 joins the company's existing MKH 8000 range of RF condenser mics, which work well in the field due to their climate-proof designs and high-end sound capture capabilities.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Sony silently introduced two new Wireless Radio Flash for your Alpha cameras
Sony silently did announce the new Sony HVL-F28RMA External Flash and the new Sony HVL-F46RMA Wireless Radio Flash. Both on preorder at BH now.
April 7, 2025 — Source

This Photographer Made an 80mm f/0.5 Lens for His Sony Camera
An Italian photographer frustrated with low-light image quality took matters into his own hands by building an 80mm f/0.5 lens for his Sony mirrorless camera.
April 7, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Photography — April 4th, 2025

Beginner Cameras for Snapping Sports Events in 2025
Capturing the energy of a live sports event requires a camera that can keep up with the action. While professional photographers rely on high-end gear, beginners need something that balances performance, ease of use, and affordability. Luckily, 2025 has brought a wave of impressive entry-level cameras designed for speed, sharpness, and reliability. Whether you're shooting from the sidelines or the stands, these options will help you get the shot.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Biden 'Opted for Photo Shoot With Annie Leibovitz Rather Than Critical Meeting'
A new book has revealed that after President Biden's disastrous televised debate with Donald Trump, he flew for a photo shoot with Annie Leibovitz rather than meeting with the Congressional Progressive Caucus.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Canon to Show Their Latest & Greatest at NAB 2025
NAB 2025 in Las Vegas begins on April 5 and runs through to April 9 and as always, Canon will have a large presence. Beyond their RF and Cinema EOS gear, Canon will be showing off new broadcast technology.
April 4, 2025 — Source

DaVinci Resolve 20 Delivers More Than 100 New Features
Ahead of the NAB 2025 show in Las Vegas, Blackmagic Design hosted a lengthy livestream during which it unveiled a bevy of new products and solutions for video professional and filmmakers, including the next version of its popular video editor, DaVinci Resolve 20.
April 4, 2025 — Source

DxO Acknowledges Its Fuji X-Trans Beta Announcement Was 'Misleading'
Yesterday, an email sent out by DxO regarding its PureRAW 5 DeepPrime XD3 beta for Fujifilm X-Trans sensors quietly revealed that the most recent 40-megapixel sensor wouldn't be supported — a fact that wasn't made clear in the initial pre-order announcement in February. DxO today acknowledges that its messaging was "unclear or misleading."
April 4, 2025 — Source

Fujifilm Hikes Japanese Film Prices by 21% to 52%
On April 1, Fujifilm announced changes to its film product pricing in Japan, plus new branding for its disposable film camera. Unfortunately, the news was not an April Fool's prank, and Japanese analog photographers are already paying higher prices.
April 4, 2025 — Source

H&M Starts Rolling Out AI Clones for Modeling, Photographers Not Happy
Clothing retailer H&M is making AI clones for 30 of its models and will start posting AI-generated fashion images to social media and including them in marketing campaigns.
April 4, 2025 — Source

How Disney's Multiplane Camera Achieved the Illusion of Depth
For this week's edition of Historical Friday, we're going to take a look at Disney's revolutionary multiplane camera system which was used for incredible effect in classic movies like Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937), Pinocchio (1940), and Bambi (1942).
April 4, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

How to Recover Deleted Photos from Canon Camera SD Card
Have you lost photos from your Canon camera? Maybe it was a full day's shoot, or maybe it was that one perfect shot -- gone. Deleted by accident, or worse, the SD card decided to throw a tantrum. Either way, don't be too quick to give up. The steps below will show you exactly how to retrieve deleted photos on a Canon camera and what you'll need to pull it off.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Midjourney V7 Launches With 'Draft Mode' That Costs Less
Midjourney has released a new version of its AI image generator, V7, which is its "smartest, most beautiful, most coherent model yet."
April 4, 2025 — Source

Nikon Z5 II versus Nikon Z6 II
Let's compare the Nikon Z5 II versus the Nikon Z6 II camera now. Z5 II camera was announced recently on April 2025 and features all the possible latest updates straight out from Nikon professional camera that include AI AF, that helps 9 different types of subject detection automatically and it also has a dedicated bird eye auto focus mode that even cameras like the Nikon Z6 Mark III are waiting for an update, at the time I am writing this article on April 4, 2025.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Photographer Nigel Danson Embraces the Beauty of Local Landscapes and You Should Too
Photographer Nigel Danson's newest book, Close to Calm, celebrates the beauty in the local landscapes photographers too often overlook in pursuit of a far-flung location halfway around the globe. Oftentimes, the best photos aren't thousands of miles away in a famous locale, they are right in a photographer's backyard.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Pioneering Musician's Diary Reveals an Addiction to Photoshop
Thanks to his published diary, which is back in the limelight, it's clear that prolific musician and artist Eno is addicted to Adobe Photoshop.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Sigma to announce a 200mm f/1.8 Sports Lens?
Sigma will announce an FE 200mm f/1.8 Sports lens in the coming weeks. This is a focal length and aperture that I absolutely love and I am longing for an RF version of the Canon EF 200mm f/1.8L USM that I own or the EF 200mm f/2L IS USM, which was absolutely brilliant.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Sony A1II will now ship out in June and Amazon canceled the A1II preorders!
Adorama updated the expected availability of the Sony A1II to "June". This of course if you order the camera today. Readers have told me that cameras they ordered in January have now been delivered in the last few days.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Versatile $5,000 Blackmagic Pyxis 12K Features Large High-Res Sensor
Ahead of NAB 2025, Blackmagic Design announced a new highly riggable video camera, the Pyxis 12K. The camera combines Blackmagic's 12K RGBW sensor and the versatile camera design that debuted in last year's Pyxis 6K, which was unveiled at NAB 2024.
April 4, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — April 2nd, 2025

Adobe Premiere Pro Update Adds 4K Generative Extend, New Search Panel, and Much More
The newest version of Adobe Premiere Pro brings new AI-powered features, workflow improvements, and more tools to help video editors work smarter, better, and faster.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Barcelona Will Make a Dedicated Public Square for Selfie-Taking Tourists
Barcelona is creating a large public square dedicated for tourists to take selfies near Sagrada Familia, after widespread anger over mass tourism in the Spanish city.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Bay Area Camera Store Robbed of $50,000 Worth of Gear in Raid
A camera store in San Rafael has been rammed with a car and raided. It is the fifth such robbery in the Bay Area in a little over a month.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Best selling cameras at Yodobashi (First Half of March 2025)
Getnavi has listed the bestsellers in their big Yodobashi shop for the first half of March:
April 2, 2025 — Source

Canon EOS R7 Mark II: What We Know
The Canon EOS R7 Mark II is expected to arrive at some point this year. We think that it'll come in either Q3 or Q4 of 2025. As always, nailing down announcements dates is not an exact science, as there are so many variables that go into picking a day to announce a product.
April 2, 2025 — Source

REVIEW: Viltrox AF 50mm F/2 Air (FE)
The Viltrox AF 50mm f/2 is another addition to the company's small, lightweight, and affordable 'Air' series. Though new, the few lenses released so far have shown impressive performance. This full-frame 50mm lens, with a maximum aperture of f/2, is compact, lightweight, and budget friendly at $199—but does its performance match that of its previous siblings?
April 2, 2025 — Source

Sigma is rumored to announce a new 200mm f/1.8 FE lens!
One of my sources believes that Sigma might announce a new Sigma 200mm f/1.8 Full Frame lens for Sony E and Leica L cameras! This would be the first time we get a modern version of the almost 40 year old Canon 200mm f/1.8 EF lens that became famous under the name 'Eye of Sauron'.
April 2, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Texas Lawmaker Seeks Ban on 'Harmful' Art in Wake of Sally Mann Controversy
After the Sally Mann photographs controversy in Fort Worth, Texas, a lawmaker in the state has proposed a ban on "obscene" artwork being displayed at museums.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Viltrox's Newest Lightweight 'Air' Lens Is a Full Frame "Nifty Fifty" 50mm f/2
Viltrox announced that its newest Air Series lens is a full-frame nifty fifty, the AF 50mm f/2 for Sony FE and Nikon Z-mount.
April 2, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — March 31st, 2025

California Superbloom Fails to Materialize for Photographers
Photographers flock to the hills of southern California for the superbloom that sometimes appears in spring. But this year, so far at least, has been a disappointment.
March 31, 2025 — Source

Camp Snap Camera Review: Light-Hearted and Nostalgia Packed
Every summer as a child, I attended a day camp during the school break because my single-parent mother had to work to make ends meet. Of course, I wanted to stay home and play video games but I soon began to love learning archery, making new friends, and exploring the wilderness without TV or computer screens to distract me.
March 31, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Herb Greene, Legendary Photographer of 1960s Rock Icons, Dies
Photographer Herb Greene, who captured iconic images of the rock superstars of the 1960s, has passed away.
March 31, 2025 — Source

I Was Disqualified by a Nature Photography Competition... Again
Everyone who knows me is aware that I love pushing the limits of what's possible and creating the "makeable" from both the possible and the impossible. This time, however, I didn't succeed, and the Glanzlichter nature photo competition disqualified me.
March 31, 2025 — Source

Photographers Share Spectacular Images of the Solar Eclipse
There were mixed weather conditions along the northeast coast of North America for the partial solar eclipse on Saturday but some photographers still came away with spectacular photos.
March 31, 2025 — Source

Sigma will soon announce a STUNNING new lens!
Reliable sources Sigma is going to announce another new STUNNING new lens. I should soon get the final confirmation on the specs...so please be patient..
March 31, 2025 — Source

Soccer Player Destroys Photographer's $6,000 Camera
A photographer had his $5,800 (£4,500) camera and lens obliterated by an errant ball during a soccer game in England this weekend.
March 31, 2025 — Source

The Footage From This Failed Rocket Launch is Spellbinding
"Space is hard," says an aerospace engineer commenting on a rocket launch video that ends with it exploding into smithereens. But as Dr. Chris Combs also points out, "This is the most picturesque launch failure video I've ever seen."
March 31, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — March 28th, 2025

Does Tamron own 19% of the worldwide lens market share?
Not sure how reliable this info is but this would be good news for Sony too as they own around 12% share of this company. Tamron will announce six new lenses this year, so expect some new exctiging glass!
March 28, 2025 — Source

Future Full-Frame & APS-C Canon RV Series Cameras
This week Canon officially announced their first two "V" series cameras globally, the PowerShot V1 and the EOS R50 V. Both are targeted at video creators but are more than capable tools for photographers as well.
March 28, 2025 — Source

Instagram Rolls Out Fast-Forward Feature for Reels
Instagram has rolled out a new feature, which allows users to fast-forward Reels, similar to TikTok's functionality.
March 28, 2025 — Source

Mirrorless versus DSLR Cameras: Key Differences & Best Choice
There is no right or wrong answer here, just a choice to make that best suits you.
March 28, 2025 — Source

Photojournalist's Widow Sues Fox News Over His Death While Shooting in Ukraine
A veteran cameraman's widow has filed a wrongful death and breach of contract lawsuit against Fox News over his death while he was reporting on the war in Ukraine.
March 28, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

This Sorcerer's Mirror Selfie Was Taken 178 Years Ago
A photographer's daguerreotype that was taken using a "sorcerer's mirror" in 1845 may be the oldest surviving mirror selfie.
March 28, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Photography — March 24th, 2025

Apple May Add a Camera to Apple Watch Amid AI Wearables Push: Report
Apple is reportedly considering adding cameras and associated Visual Intelligence features to upcoming Apple Watch models.
March 24, 2025 — Source

California Camera Store Loses $100,000 Worth of Gear in Smash-and-Grab
Another camera store in California has been left reeling following a smash-and-grab robbery resulting in an estimated $100,000 worth of camera equipment being stolen.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Canon EOS R5 -- The Top Pick for Bird Photography
In the last couple of months, we have seen Canon claim #1 in ILC camera sales in various markets including the US, Europe and most of Asia. There are always different metrics used for this sort of stuff, so don't take it to the bank.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Formula 1 Team Fined for Forgetting to Put Memory Card in Camera
A Formula 1 team felt the pain of a million photographers before them after it forgot to insert an SD card into a camera resulting in a $54,000 (€50,000) fine.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Fuji Upcoming Cameras 2025 - 2026
According to recent rumours, Fuji's next announcement is the Fuji X-E5, which could be in the summer of 2025.
March 24, 2025 — Source

GoPro's Anamorphic Lens Mod Promises Cinematic Video on the Hero13 Black
The Anamorphic Lens Mod delivers a Hollywood-esque 21:9 aspect ratio and ultra-wide field of view while promising minimized distortion. GoPro says the new mod is "perfect for professional cinematographers, photographers, and creators looking to achieve sought-after anamorphic perspectives and lens flares in a package that costs a fraction of similar professional systems."
March 24, 2025 — Source

Interview: Sony believes it has maintained its competitive advantage in three ways...
At the CP+ show PetaPixel had a quick chat with Masaaki Oshima, Head of Sony Imaging Entertainment Business Unit. He said that Sony has maintained its competitive advantage in three ways:
March 24, 2025 — Source

Meta's AI Will Suggest Comments for Users to Post About Your Photos
Meta is testing an Instagram feature that suggests AI-generated comments for users to post beneath other users' photos and videos.
March 24, 2025 — Source

NYU Hospital System Could Purchase Canon USA's New York Headquarters
NYU Langone's ambitious plans to build a $3 billion state-of-the-art medical center on Long Island have pivoted. The university is reportedly considering purchasing Canon's Melville, New York headquarters instead.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Photographing Forest Elephants in the Congo
Deep in the Congo Basin, in a remote corner of Nouabale-Ndoki National Park, lies Mbeli Bai, a vast forest clearing where wildlife emerges from the dense jungle. Unlike open savanna landscapes, the rainforest hides its inhabitants behind thick vegetation, making photographing species like forest elephants particularly difficult.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Sigma's BF, the beautiful, foolish camera you didn't know you needed
The mirrorless BF is Sigma's quirkiest design yet - and a gorgeous piece of work. CEO Kazuto Yamaki says simplicity is the goal.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Sony Tidbits...
Sony FX30 Cinema Camera Review After 2 Years of Use (Approved by Netflix)
March 24, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Spain to Fine Companies $38.2 Million for Unlabeled AI-Generated Images
Spain has approved a bill that imposes fines of up to $38.2 million for companies that do not properly label AI-generated content, including deepfake images and videos.
March 24, 2025 — Source

These were the best-selling cameras for 'bird photographers' in China
China is probably the most important market for camera manufacturers. And when it comes to Chinese bird photographers, this was the camera market share in 2024:
March 24, 2025 — Source

Turkey Arrests Five Photographers Covering Protests Against Istanbul Mayor's Arrest
Turkey has arrested five photojournalists — including an AFP photographer — documenting the protests against the arrest of Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, the main political rival of the country's president.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Virtual Reality is Being Used in Prisons to Aid Inmates in Solitary Confinement
U.S. prisoners are being given virtual reality (VR) headsets to help them deal with solitary confinement.
March 24, 2025 — Source

WhatsApp to bring collage feature for cleaner status updates with 'Layouts'
Inspired by Instagram, the feature lets users share up to six photos in stylish grids.
March 24, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — March 21st, 2025

Bride is Burned by Color Bomb During Wedding Photo Shoot
A bride and groom look into each other's eyes. The bride is wearing a white dress with floral details, and the groom is in a white suit. They are surrounded by smoke and what appears to be wings behind the bride.
March 21, 2025 — Source

Canon EOS R50 V & RF 20mm f/1.4L VCM Official Pricing
Canon will announce multiple new products on March 26, 2025. We expect to see the EOS R50 V, PowerShot V1 and a couple of new lenses announced.
March 21, 2025 — Source

Competition news: Both Nikon and Panasonic are rumored to announce a new Sony FX3 competitor!
In a strange coincidence of events we might soon get TWO direct Sony FX3 competitors:
March 21, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Fuji GFX100 RF Sample Images
The Fujifilm GFX 100 RF is a newly announced medium-format camera. It features a 102-megapixel medium-format sensor and a fixed lens of 28mm F4, which is equivalent to a 35mm lens—maybe a 35mm F5.6 lens when used in a full-frame camera. Compared to other medium-format cameras in the market, it has a rangefinder design and a compact body.
March 21, 2025 — Source

Fujifilm Claims Its New Camera Is 'More Than Full Frame'—What Does That Really Mean?
Fujifilm has added a new mirrorless camera to its portfolio, and the company is hyping it up with some curious claims. The GFX100RF is the brand's first digital camera in the GFX series that comes with a fixed lens system. Curiously, Fujifilm is claiming that its latest offering is "more than full frame."
March 21, 2025 — Source

Just announced: New TTArtisan AF 14mm f/3.5 pancake APS-C E-mount lens
TTartisan announced new 14mm f/3.5 pancake autofocus APS-C E-mount lens. You can order it now at Pergear.
March 21, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Photographer Warns of 'Fake Check' Scam After Being Hired for Shoot
A photographer has warned others about a sophisticated "fake check" scam that began when he was hired for a seemingly ordinary shoot.
March 21, 2025 — Source

The Best Canon PowerShot Cameras in 2025: An Overview
Canon's PowerShot series has stayed a favorite for the seasoned, newbies, and the good ol' enthusiasts. Covering the enduring classics and a much-awaited upcoming release, we've narrowed it down to our top 5!
March 21, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — March 14th, 2025

Canon EOS R5 Mark II Review
The EOS R5 Mark II is positioned as the company's highest resolution offering, replacing the original R5 model that was released back in 2020.
March 14, 2025 — Source

Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-4600 $4445 (Reg $5520)
Are you looking to print big? If you or you and some friends are looking to get into printing your own large format prints. Canon has put a $1075 instant rebate on the Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-4600. You can now buy one for $4445.
March 14, 2025 — Source

Canon USA Restocks Popular Refurbished Lenses
Canon USA has a fair bit of refurbished gear in stock at their online store. There are good deals on both RF and EF lenses.
March 14, 2025 — Source

Curiosity: Two new medium format cameras leaked (using the Sony's 102MP sensor)
And this once more reminds of the fact, that I would love Sony making a medium format system camera too. And if patents are any indications than if Sony would go medium format they would really do it differently than competition:
March 14, 2025 — Source

Fujifilm Teases New Camera That Combines X100VI and GFX 100S II
When Fujifilm announced the X Summit last week, it included a short teaser video that provided a mostly obscured glimpse at a new camera. Given its size and shape, smart money is on a GFX series camera with a built-in lens.
March 14, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Google Releases AI Model to Identify Wildlife Species in Trail Camera Images
Google has released its AI model "SpeciesNet" designed to identify animal species in trail camera photos to the public.
March 14, 2025 — Source

Nikkei report: China's Generation Z is the driving force behind the recovery of the digital camera market
he Nikkei newspaper has published an article about the current state of digital camera shipments based on data from CIPA. Digicameinfo had access to the article behind the paywall and wrote this summary:
March 14, 2025 — Source

OM System Says It Prioritizes Computational Features Over Megapixels
The biggest benefit of Micro Four Thirds is size: cameras and lenses can be significantly smaller than APS-C or full-frame options. One perceived downside, however, is lower resolution. OM System says it could look into higher-resolution sensors but wouldn't select them if it meant sacrificing computational performance.
March 14, 2025 — Source

The Incredible News Photos That Won the 2025 Eyes of History Contest
he Trump assassination attempt in Butler, PA, dominated the 2025 Eyes of History® photo contest — organized by The White House News Photographers Association — as the two top honors both went to photographers present that day.
March 14, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — March 13th, 2025

Canon USA Kicks off Another Installment of the Future Authors Project
Select students enrolled in Canon USA's Future Authors Project will learn the art of visual storytelling, by combining their photographs with creative writing and publishing a book.
March 13, 2025 — Source

Chinese Court Rules That AI Image Has Copyright Protection
A court in eastern China has ruled that an AI-generated image is eligible for copyright protection. The ruling from Jiangsu province is the second such decision from mainland China where an AI-generated picture has been afforded protection.
March 13, 2025 — Source

DigitalCameraWorld wants Sony to remake the RX10 IV
Last year I reported that Sony completed the production run of the Sony RX10 IV and there is no plan for a successor model. DigitalCameraWorld now makes the case why we still need those superzoom bridge cameras.
March 13, 2025 — Source

Exploring How Professional Photographers Adapted To The Digital Switch
So many industries have had to adapt to the digital world. Still, the photography industry has undergone some of the most significant changes, causing those who had made their photography passion their career to make some quickfire choices to adapt to the changing world and ensure that photography could remain a viable career path.
March 13, 2025 — Source

Hasselblad X2D II Coming on June 2025 - Latest Rumors and Updates
Hasselblad X2D Mark II camera rumors started after the FCC registration HB 722, which has been surfaced by rumor mill in the past. Rumor mills suggest it is actually a potential upgrade or update to the existing flagship X2D 100C. The X2D 100C was released back in 2022, and it is due for an update.
March 13, 2025 — Source

Lumix S1R II Rolling Shutter Exposed: The 48p Trick You Need to Know
If you're into professional content creation or cinematography, then you have to take care of the Rolling shutter in your camera. Let's talk about Panasonic's Lumix S1R II, a camera packed with versatile modes and high-resolution potential. However, since the camera uses the 44.3MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor, it's a traditional sensor with a 25ms readout speed.
March 13, 2025 — Source

Mapcamera: February 2025 Digital Camera Popularity Ranking
Mapcamera listed the top 10 best selling cameras in February:
March 13, 2025 — Source

Photographer Travels Across America Capturing Portraits of Strangers on a 6×6 Rolleiflex
Is there any camera better equipped to ignite a conversation with a stranger than a Rolleiflex? The twin-lens classic screams old-world elegance and precision engineering.
March 13, 2025 — Source

'Portrait Mode with Sophie Elgort' Honors Bond Between Photographer and Subject
Portrait photographer Sophie Elgort and All Arts, an award-winning channel created by PBS in New York, teamed up to create Portrait Mode with Sophie Elgort, a four-episode docu-series that follows Elgort on four professional portrait shoots.
March 13, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Sigma 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS Review: A Long-Awaited Return
In the DSLR days, Sigma was well known for making affordable super-zoom lenses that traded convenience for some image quality. However, recently, Sigma has transformed itself into a preeminent optics manufacturer, building high-grade lenses that many professionals prefer over OEM glass options.
March 13, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Sigma BF review: the perfect camera for a minimalist
A dedication to simplicity.
March 13, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Sports Card Photographer Gets Topps to Recrop His Image of JuJu Watkins
A sports card photographer asked Topps to adjust the crop of his image of basketball star JuJu Watkins, as it altered his artistic vision. In a big win for creatives, the company agreed and made the change.
March 13, 2025 — Source

This AI Video Generator Was Not Trained on Stolen Data
A new generative AI video model made for high-end film and animation studios has been released but unlike many machine learning programs, this one claims it has been exclusively trained on ethical data.
March 13, 2025 — Source

TikTok Will Block Teens on App After 10 PM and Play 'Calming Music'
TikTok will block teens from using the video app after 10 P.M. and instead wind them down to sleep with calming music and meditation exercises.
March 13, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — March 12th, 2025

Canon and Ricoh Are Not Rushing to Make New Vintage-Inspired Cameras
Photographers have repeatedly asked camera manufacturers to lean into their heritage and produce modern cameras with vintage design and charm. While some companies, like OM System and Nikon, have done so, both Canon and Ricoh Pentax don't seem interested in following suit if design is the only reason.
March 12, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Delkin Adds VPG 400 to Its Pro CFexpress 4.0 Type B Black Cards
Delkin Devices, a leading storage solutions company, announced new Delkin Devices Black CFexpress Type B 4.0 memory cards. Available in 512GB, 1TB, and 2TB capacities, these CFexpress 4.0-equipped cards promise extreme speed and performance.
March 12, 2025 — Source

Exploring The History of Innovation: Canon EOS-1 Series Cameras
It seemed like a swell idea to walk down memory lane a bit and relive the 1 series from back in 2001, nearly 24 years in the making.
March 12, 2025 — Source

Insta360 and Leica Extend Imaging Partnership, Promise New Products
Insta360 and Leica Camera AG announced an extension of their partnership. The continued collaboration promises to bring high-end imaging performance to Insta360's AI-powered action cameras and other products.
March 12, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Meet the SNL Photographer Whose Incredible Images Appear For Just Three Seconds
Mary Ellen Matthews has been capturing Saturday Night Live (SNL) "bumpers" since the year 2000. All-in-all, roughly 4,000 of her photos have appeared on-screen — albeit for just a few seconds.
March 12, 2025 — Source

Next rumors about the Sony A7V launch delay
Recently I reported to you that Sony has decided to postpone the launch of the Sony A7V, even though my sources told me that this camera is ready and in production. Sony executives also said that they are behind on production of the Sony A1II because demand is much higher than expected.
March 12, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Predicted Canon RF-S & RF Lens Releases In 2025
Canon will continue to broaden the RF and RF-S lens lineup in 2025 with some exciting new lenses for APS-C and Full Frame cameras.
March 12, 2025 — Source

Samyang and Schneider Kreuznach will launch four E-mount lenses in 2025: Two zooms and two primes!
The polish website Optyczne spotted two more prime lenses in development by Samyang and Schneider Kreuznach. These images show that we will get two zooms and two primes this year:
March 12, 2025 — Source

Scientists Photograph 27 Newly-Discovered Species Including 'Blob-Headed Fish'
Researchers discovered 27 animal species new to science on an expedition in Peru including a "blob-headed fish" and a type of semi-aquatic mouse.
March 12, 2025 — Source

Sony Tidbits...
Sirui versus Blazar -- Which AF Anamorphic Should YOU Buy?
March 12, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

The Camera Market Continues to Shift
Fujifilm has been on a roll with in-demand products, but they're very aware that the market is changing and they must continue to innovate.
March 12, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — March 11th, 2025

Best Budget Wildlife Lenses for Sony E-Mount in 2025
Best Budget Wildlife Lenses for Sony E-Mount in 2025: Native and Third-Party Options: Sony mirrorless cameras have actually revolutionized wildlife photography with their innovation, specifically in autofocus mechanisms, as well as lightweight design and the most important and expensive lens ecosystem, which is continuously expanding. So, if you shoot with full-frame cameras like the Sony Alpha A1, it's kind of a powerhouse, or an APS-C camera like the Sony A6700, finding the right lens on a budget is really a tough job. Breaking a bank account while buying your favorite lenses is not always a good idea.
March 11, 2025 — Source

Canon EOS R6 Mark II Bundle $1999, with $500 in Added Accessories That You Actually Want
The Canon EOS R6 Mark II has been one of the constant instant rebate camera bodies from Canon USA. It has fluctuated between $1999 -- $2499 for the last year or so, and it is currently back down to $1999. Which makes it a terrific value.
March 11, 2025 — Source

Canon Executives Discuss Retro Camera Design: Hello Canon EOS RE-1
PhotoTrend, a french publication has posted an interview that they had with Canon executives and the topic of a Canon retro style camera came up. It's interesting how open Canon executives were this time.
March 11, 2025 — Source

DJI Mavic 3 Classic versus Mavic 3: How Do These Drones Compare?
If you're looking for a high-quality drone for aerial photography, you're likely looking at a DJI Mavic. The DJI Mavic 3 is one of the coolest drones that money can buy, but if you look at DJI's catalog, you will find four different drones under the Mavic 3 line. There's the DJI Mavic 3, the DJI Mavic 3 Classic, the DJI Mavic 3 Pro, and the DJI Mavic 3 Pro Cine.
March 11, 2025 — Source

GoPro Footage Reveals Dazzling Visual Tricks Cuttlefish Use to Hunt its Prey
Scientists captured remarkable footage of Cuttlefish using mesmerizing camouflage techniques to disguise themselves while stalking its prey.
March 11, 2025 — Source

Minnesota Considers Law to Block 'Nudification' Apps That Use AI to Make Explicit Images
Minnesota is considering a landmark law to block widely accessible "nudification" technology and apps that use AI to create explicit images from regular photos without consent.
March 11, 2025 — Source

New Sony 400-800mm G reviews
Sony 400-800mm f/6-3-8.0 G lens preorders:
March 11, 2025 — Source

Rare 'Blood Moon' Eclipse Lights Up the Skies This Week, a Treat for Photographers
Photographers will get an opportunity to capture a rare "Blood Moon" eclipse this week as Earth's natural satellite is bathed in red light.
March 11, 2025 — Source

Sony Tidbits...
Why I was WRONG about the Sony ZV-E1
March 11, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Wild rumors roundup: A7V, A7sIV, FX9....
About those rumors: I have no idea who sent them and 90% of the times they turn out to be wrong. But, it happened in the past that a couple of those were right. So I will post them today, and we all together can eventually keep track of this. If one of the sources turns out to be right than we will know we can trust it a bit more!
March 11, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — March 10th, 2025

7 Of Our Favourite Canon Sure Shot Point & Shoot Film Cameras
As we all know, film photography has seen a resurgence over the last 5 years. That growth is expected to continue over the next 5-10 years. We are seeing new films launched yearly from companies like Lomography, Cinestill and others. Even Pentax launched a new film camera last year.
March 10, 2025 — Source

Best Budget Wildlife Lenses for Nikon Z Mount in 2025
If you are searching for the best budget wildlife lenses for Nikon Z1 in 2025, you have reached the right place, and believe me, you don't need a fat wallet to capture amazing or jaw-dropping shots of a deer or an elephant with your Z camera.
March 10, 2025 — Source

Canon EOS RV: Feature Expectations
The Canon EOS RV will be a new segment in Canon's APS-C lineup of cameras. We have written about that topic in the past. We expect to see 3 new camera segments in the EOS R lineup. Both APS-C and Full Frame sensor cameras.
March 10, 2025 — Source

Controversial Nat Geo Editor Given White House Photo Role
A former National Geographic photo editor who left under a cloud of sexual misconduct allegations has been reportedly hired by the White House.
March 10, 2025 — Source

Curiosity: Zeiss says the new OTUS lenses do not rely on digital lens corrections
PetaPixel had a chat with Zeiss manager and he said this about the lens design:
March 10, 2025 — Source

Fujifilm X-T50 Review
The Fujifilm X-T50 is a new mid-range APS-C sensor mirrorless camera which was first announced in May 2024 and released in June 2024.
March 10, 2025 — Source

How to Fix Corrupted Videos Recovered from a Canon Camera SD Card
Have you recovered a video from your Canon camera's SD card, and found it won't play or shows strange artifacts? This issue is pretty common when recovering files from an SD card—but luckily, there's a solution. In this article, we'll explain why this happens and how you can fix a corrupted Canon video file.
March 10, 2025 — Source

Magnum Photographer Couldn't Shoot in Russia, So He Controversially Used AI Instead
Carl De Keyzer made his name by capturing very real photographs from the Soviet Union, India, and the Belgian Congo. However, for his most recent project, De Keyzer swapped the camera for artificial intelligence imaging tools.
March 10, 2025 — Source

Nextorage has announced the first VPG800-compliant Type A cards for Sony cameras
Nextorage will start selling the VPG800-compliant CFexpress Type A memory card "NX-A2PRO series" and the CFexpress Type A memory card "NX-A2AE series," an advanced model for video recording, in late April 2025. The estimated market prices are as follows:
March 10, 2025 — Source

Pinterest to Train AI Models on User Content
While Pinterest may not be an obvious platform for photographers, there are still plenty of them on there. For those shooters, they may want to take note of the recent news that the boards-based app will train AI models with user content.
March 10, 2025 — Source

Sony Tidbits...
Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 STF GM OSS lens review
March 10, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Trail Camera Captures Rare Images of World's Most Elusive Cat
Trail cameras captured images of the rarely-seen Pallas's cat — a feline more elusive than the snow leopard.
March 10, 2025 — Source

Viltrox Debuts Six Pro-Grade Raze AF Prime Lenses for DJI Ronin 4D
DJI Ronin 4D camera users are in for a treat as Viltrox announced a series of six full-frame prime lenses.
March 10, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — March 9th, 2025

New 7Artisans 120mm T2.9 2x Macro Cinema Lens announced
7artisans announced a new 120mm T2.9 Macro 2X Cine E-mount lens
March 9, 2025 — Source or Source

OpticalLimits Reviews the Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM
OpticalLimits is one of my favorite lens reviewers, going all the way back to when it was named photozone.de. Recently, they completed their review of the Canon RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM.
March 9, 2025 — Source

Sigma 300-600mm f/4.0 size comparison with the Sigma 500mm lens and Sony 200-600mm
Here are a few size comparisons to give you an idea of the size of the new Sigma lens. It's basically the same size as the Sony 600 GM, but weighs 1kg more.
March 9, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — March 8th, 2025

Just announced: New YONGNUO 56mm f/1.4 DA DSM WL PRO APS-C E-mount lens
2025 will be a busy year for Canon, and we'll be seeing a few new lines and we expect 6-8 new lenses this year along with 4-5 RF mount camera bodies.
March 8, 2025 — Source

Leica Women Foto Award 2025 Winners Showcase 'Unity Through Diversity'
On International Women's Day, Leica announced the four winners of its sixth annual Leica Women Foto Project Award. Each winner's work embodies this year's theme, "Unity Through Diversity," and showcases incredible photographic skills and the power of visual storytelling.
March 8, 2025 — Source

New Camera Celebrates Top 4 Ranking in FeedSpot Top 90 Camera Blogs
We're are really thrilled to announce that New Camera (thenewcamera.com) has been recognized as one of the Top 90 Camera Blogs by FeedSpot, and we're proud to be ranked 4th! This achievement reflects our commitment to delivering top-notch camera news, comparison, and buying guides to our readers.
March 8, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — February 28th, 2025

7Artisans Unveils 120mm T2.9 2X Macro Cine, Four AF Primes, and Polarizing Filter
The public opening of CP+ in Yokohama, Japan, has brought with it a flurry of new third-party lenses. PetaPixel covered some from Viltrox yesterday, and there are many other companies showcasing their newest lenses on the show floor, including well-known Chinese lens maker 7Artisans.
February 28, 2025 — Source

From Crime Scenes to Celebrities: How Weegee Reinvented His Photography
Photographer Arthur Felig, better known as Weegee, captured the gritty side of 1940s New York City and was known for his uncanny ability to arrive at a crime scene before the police did.
February 28, 2025 — Source

List of Camera and Lenses Announced in CP+ Show 2025
Now we are summarizing the list of camera names and the lenses that have been announced on or before the CP Plus 2025. This table summarizes the CP Plus 2025 announcements. Without a doubt, the month of February was very exciting. We have seen the Panasonic S1R Mark II camera, the Canon PowerShot V1, and Nikon's red camera-related announcement.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Photographers in New York City Urged to Stay Vigilant After String of Violent Camera Robberies
Photographers in New York City are being told to stay vigilant after a string of violent camera robberies linked to a crew of thieves.
February 28, 2025 — Source

REVIEW: Viltrox AF 25mm f/1.7 Air (APS-C)
About two months ago, Viltrox released a 35mm f/1.7 for APS-C cameras. It seems they've been busy, as they've now introduced the 25mm f/1.7 in their Air series. Officially named the Viltrox AF 25mm f/1.7 Air STM ASPH IF, it certainly comes with a lot of acronyms to keep track of!
February 28, 2025 — Source

Sony A7 V Delayed, Sony A7S IV Coming this Year [2025]
According to the latest coming from rumor mill, the Sony A75 camera has been delayed. Earlier, it was expected sometime in April 2025, but the recent information coming from trusted sources of the rumor mill suggests the camera will arrive sometime in late 2025.
February 28, 2025 — Source

The launch of the Sony A7V is postponed and another E-mount full-frame camera is expected sooner!
Back in December and in January Sony did register two new camera codes. Usually this means we should get an official announcement within 3-4 months. But now I have a bad news (and two small good news):
February 28, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Viltrox AF 25mm F1.7 Air Overview
The Viltrox AF 25mm F1.7 Air is a lightweight, budget wide-angle prime for APS-C cameras. It's available for E, X and Z mount, and has 12 elements in 10 groups, with one aspherical lens, two high-refractive index lenses and one ED lens.
February 28, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — February 18th, 2025

Adobe Now Sells Firefly Plans but Photographers Don't Need Them Yet
Adobe's Firefly Video Model officially launched last week, albeit in an underwhelming public beta form, alongside new Firefly premium plans. Photographers and hybrid creators may wonder if they need a Firefly plan in their workflow. The answer? Probably not, at least not yet.
February 18, 2025 — Source

Angelbird's CFexpress 4.0 Type B Cards Come in Capacities Up to 4TB
European memory card maker Angelbird announced new CFexpress Type B memory cards. The Angelbird AV Pro SE CFexpress v4 Type B cards, as their name suggests, feature CFexpress 4.0 technology, which is twice as fast as CFexpress 2.0.
February 18, 2025 — Source

Big announcements next week from Sony, Zeiss, Sigma, Cosina, Viltrox. This is what's coming!
Next week we will have plenty of E-mount lens announcements. Here is what to expect:
February 18, 2025 — Source

Camera Store in San Francisco Bay Area Rammed With Car and Looted
A popular camera store in the San Francisco Bay Area has suffered a violent break-in after robbers rammed a car through the shop front.
February 18, 2025 — Source

Canadian Tourist Charged For Taking Drone Photos of Space Force Base
A 71-year-old Canadian tourist is facing several charges after allegedly using a drone to photograph classified U.S. defense installations.
February 18, 2025 — Source

Courtroom Photographer Has Camera Confiscated During Murder Trial
A photographer was removed from a courtroom and had his camera confiscated for allegedly broadcasting the jury on a live feed during the highly-publicized trial for Megan Boswell.
February 18, 2025 — Source

Digital Camera Shipments Increased Last Year for the First Time Since 2017
CIPA published its annual data for digital camera and interchangeable lens shipments this month, and for the first time since 2017, digital camera shipments increased annually year-over-year.
February 18, 2025 — Source

DJI Announces the Osmo Mobile 7 Series
DJI has announced its latest Osmo mobile phone gimbals. The gimbals come in two varieties: the Mobile 7 and the Mobile 7P. The 7 is the more affordable option, while the 7P is geared toward professional users.
February 18, 2025 — Source

Lensvid: 2024 was the first year since 2017 where we have seen an increase in the number of cameras shipped
Lensvid analyzed the official CIPA shipment data and concluded:
February 18, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Palm-sized single-shot full-color incoherent digital holographic camera system with white light
In a recent study, researchers developed a portable digital holographic camera system that can obtain full-color digital holograms of objects illuminated with spatially and temporally incoherent light in a single exposure. They employed a deep-learning-based denoising algorithm to suppress random noise in the image-reconstruction procedure, and succeeded in video-rate full-color digital holographic motion-picture imaging using a white LED.
February 18, 2025 — Source

Sony A7 V Coming with 33-megapixel stacked sensor
I am talking about this podcast because they are very, very accurate about camera predictions, and if you talk about Matt, he predicted the arrival of the Nikon Z Raptor camera 4 months ago, and now we have the Raptor from Nikon. This is not only about one prediction—Matt is generally very accurate about Nikon's upcoming cameras, ofcourse he is deeply connected with Nikon.
February 18, 2025 — Source

Surfer Smashes Into Photographer During Competition
A world champion surfer accidentally collided with an official water photographer mid-heat during a competition.
February 18, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

The Powerful Winning Photos From the Nature inFocus Awards 2024
The Nature inFocus Photography Awards 2024 winners showcase some of the best and most impactful nature images in the world, with a particular emphasis on wildlife and conservation.
February 18, 2025 — Source

What It's Like Being an NFL Team Photographer During the Super Bowl
Steve Sanders, the Director of Photography for the NFL's Kansas City Chiefs, was on hand in New Orleans for Super Bowl LIX. While the Chiefs ultimately came up short of a historic three-peat, falling to the Philadelphia Eagles, Sanders captured many amazing photos of the big game that put a bow on an excellent season for the Chiefs.
February 18, 2025 — Source

Woman Loses Both Hands After Trying to Take Selfie With Shark
A Canadian tourist had both her hands bitten off by a shark as she attempted to take a selfie with the animal.
February 18, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — February 17th, 2025

Insta360's Flow 2 Pro AI Tracker Lets the Gimbal Work with Android Phones
The solution is similar to how Hohem approached the design of its iSteady M7 gimbal: a separate camera connected to the gimbal that allows it to independently track subjects regardless of what phone is attached to the system. Using a USB-C connection that sits at the connection point for smartphones on the Flow 2 Pro (at the top of the gimbal's neck), the new AI Tracker is designed to enable wider support across Android phone models.
February 17, 2025 — Source

New image of the Zeiss Full Frame E-mount lens
Zeiss just posted this teaser image for the new Full Frame E-mount lens series that will be announced on February 25. You can see the aperture and focus ring. I strongly suspect those lenses are manual focus only.
February 17, 2025 — Source

New Portable Ring Light launched on Kickstarter
Justin McClure launched this new Portable Ring Light on Kickstarter.
February 17, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Nikon Z5 II Specification Update
Nikon Z5 II specification surfaced on a website, that is not much different from the specification we posted a while ago, take a look at the rumored specification
February 17, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — February 14th, 2025

DJI Neo Versus HoverAir X1 Pro Max: Affordable Versus Performant
When it comes to autonomous, compact drones, ZeroZero Robotics' HoverAir X1 ProMax is a clear winner over the DJI Neo. We can pour over all the specs, put each drone's real-world performance head-to-head, and dissect the footage frame-by-frame. The X1 ProMax will win every single time.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Harman Red 125 is a New Pro-Finished Redscale Color Negative Film
Harman announced Red 125, a new professionally finished redscale 35mm film that follows the company's long-term "color journey" it started when it launched Phoenix 200 in late 2023.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Helium Design Lab's He11 Grip Is the Perfect Companion for Your Leica M11
Helium Design Lab is back with another camera handgrip, this time for the Leica M11. It looks every bit as good as the He3 for Leica Q3, the best camera grip PetaPixel has seen.
February 14, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Hollyland Cosmo C2 Solves Wireless Video Transmission Woes
Hollyland unveiled its latest solution for multi-camera broadcasting and EFP, the Cosmo C2.
February 14, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Iconic 'Pale Blue Dot' Photo, Most Distant Portrait of Earth, Turns 35
35 years ago, the historic NASA Voyager 1 spacecraft captured a Valentine's Day photo, "Pale Blue Dot," that continues to amaze and enchant viewers decades later.
February 14, 2025 — Source

More info (and great feedback!) on the upcoming new Sony 16mm f/1.8 G lens
It's an Amazing lens, impressive image quality for a G lens. Lighter than the 20mm and 5mm shorter than the 20mm, so it's really small and light weight. Coma could have been better and if you a Astro nerd corners could have been a bit better, but in general it's super impressive for its size and weight.
February 14, 2025 — Source

New Voigtlander Color-Skopar 35mm f/3.5 VM Lens Is Ridiculously Small
Cosina announced the Voigtlander Color-Skopar 35mm f/3.5 Aspherical lens for VM mount, a new lightweight and compact prime lens designed for Leica M mount-equipped rangefinder cameras.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Scientists Share Chilling Footage of Siberian Tigers Hunting Bears
Camera traps set up in China to help monitor and protect Siberian tigers, an endangered species, captured a startling discovery: Siberian tigers hunting and eating bears.
February 14, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Sigma officially teases the launch of new products at CP+
Sigma Japan has officially confirmed that they will be launching new products at the CP+ show. They have released the list of their events and it includes the following:
February 14, 2025 — Source

Sony Camera Sales Down in Q3 But Up Overall in FY2024
Sony published its third-quarter financial results for the fiscal year 2024, showing overall growth in sales, revenue, and profit compared to the same period in 2023. However, operating income dropped in Sony's Entertainment, Technology and Services (ET&S) and Imaging and Sensing Solutions (I&SS) segments, both of which concern the company's photographic endeavors.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Tokina is Bringing Its 11-18mm f/2.8 to Fujifilm X-Mount
Kenko Tokina announced that it is bringing its atx-m 11-18mm f/2.8 lens to Fujifilm X-mount APS-C cameras. It remains the first "super-wide-angle zoom" in the company's line designed exclusively for mirrorless cameras.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Viral Video Shows Humpback Whale Briefly Swallow Kayaker
A viral video shows a father-son excursion gone wrong as a humpback whale briefly swallowed the son while kayaking off the coast of Chile.
February 14, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

You Can Emote with a Fujifilm Instax Camera in Final Fantasy XIV Online
It's an unusual collaboration. Even though many video games that feature emotes have done camera-themed options (such as the "selfie" emote in Bungie's Destiny 2), it's highly unusual to see a branded product incorporated into an emote like this. Again, while video-game crossover events are relatively commonplace (EA's Apex Legends and Final Fantasy had a crossover event in the form of character skins and melee weapons in the popular battle royale-style first-person shooter), real-world, non-fantasy commodities are extremely uncommon.
February 14, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Photography — February 10th, 2025

The best cameras for 2025
Compacts, DSLRs, action cams and of course, mirrorless cameras.
February 10, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — February 7th, 2025

100% confirmed: Sony product announcement on 26 February.... and presentation of the Sony A7V shortly afterwards?
Sources confirmed that Sony has scheduled a press event for February 26 at around 3-4pm London time. So far I am sure they will announce two new lenses:
February 7, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Cameraman Spotted in Iconic 'Titanic' Scene
Fans have spotted a cameraman accidentally appearing in one of the most famous scenes in James Cameron's classic movie Titanic.
February 7, 2025 — Source

Canon EOS R7 V & Canon EOS R7 Mark II Coming in 2025?
Back when the EOS R7 was announced in 2022, there were immediate rumors about a Canon EOS R7 C. We're confident that such a camera was on the roadmap but was cancelled before it ever came to market. Products do get cancelled.
February 7, 2025 — Source

Canon Patent Application: Plastic Fantastic RF 24-35 F2.0
In this patent application (2025-019790), Canon explores the use of more resin elements to make up some pretty interesting lenses.
February 7, 2025 — Source

Dbrand Says Its Vision Pro Protector is the 'Ugliest Thing We've Ever Made'
The Swiss-cheese-looking case around the Vision Pro is designed to address a known issue with Apple's headset: it's fragile. While Apple sells its own protective case, it can't be used while wearing the headset because it blocks the cameras and sensors.
February 7, 2025 — Source

DJI Says Getting Rid of No-Fly Zones Will Aid Emergency Services
DJI has shed more light on its decision to get rid of "No-Fly Zones" saying it believes removing geofencing is vital for emergency services who rely on drones for their work.
February 7, 2025 — Source

DXO Software has added Support for the EOS R1 and new Canon Lenses
I have been impatiently waiting for DXO to add supported for the EOS R1 in PhotoLab, it is now here! DXO's PhotoLab has become my favourite image editor.
February 7, 2025 — Source

I Shot 20-Year-Expired Kodak Ultra Film and You Should Too
Meeting my friend in the corner of a traditional English pub, he slides the goods over to me on top of the table. "Here you go mate, I don't know if it will work. But good luck."
February 7, 2025 — Source

Lucky Film's Comeback is Causing In-Fighting Among Distributors
Chinese manufacturer Lucky Film appears poised to release a new, original C-41 color negative film stock later this year, and distributors in North America are already revving the hype machine, seemingly unable to contain their excitement at the prospect of a new product from Lucky.
February 7, 2025 — Source

Sony is teasing a CP+ press conference on March 2
The CP+ program now officially added a press conference from Sony for March 2. I guess they will showcase the two new lenses:
February 10, 2025 — Source

Stock Notice: Canon RF 70-200 f/2.8L IS USM Z at B&H Photo
B&H Photo has stock of the RF 70-200 f/2.8L IS USM Z in white. There is a bit of shortage on this lens. The black version is still out of stock.
February 7, 2025 — Source

The Canon EOS R1: One camera to rule them all... in sales
Yodobashi Camera has posted its sales summary for the second half of January, and the Canon EOS R1 has resumed its rightful placement on top of the leaderboard.
February 10, 2025 — Source

The Rule of Thirds: A Simple Guide to Better Photo Composition
The rule of thirds is a fundamental concept in photography and visual art, offering a straightforward yet impactful way to improve your compositions. By dividing your frame into nine equal sections using two horizontal and two vertical grid lines, you can position key elements along these lines or at their intersections. This method enhances balance, creates visual interest, and results in more dynamic images. While it's not a rigid rule, it serves as a valuable tool for both beginners and experienced photographers, helping to elevate the overall quality and appeal of your photos. The video below from iPhone Photography School explains how this works.
February 10, 2025 — Source

The testers' feedback on the next two Sony lenses: 400-800mm G lens, while the 16mm G is a really great lens
I am in touch with some testers of the new Sony 400-800mm G lens. They have mixed feelings on this lens. Basically you don't hate it nor love it. They like the focal range but the lens is a bit on the heavy side (2,5kg) and not super sharp. But this was to be expected from a G lens. I guess this is a lens made for a certain niche, and they will probably like the lens for what it is.
February 10, 2025 — Source

These were the 50 best-selling cameras on the Japanese market in February
BCN announced which cameras sold the most in the Japanese market in February. I marked in bold the Sony camera son this list:
February 7, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — February 5th, 2025

ByteDance's Deepfake Tool Creates Convincing Videos From One Photo
Watch the short talking head video below. Granted, it is in French, and close inspection of it may raise suspicions but perhaps caught unaware it could well fool people into believing it is a real video and not AI-generated.
February 5th, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

DJI explains why it won't stop drones from flying over the White House — and what happens in a US ban
The world's biggest drone maker answers our burning questions about its future in the US.
February 5th, 2025 — Source

First Mention: There is a Canon EOS R50 V coming
Canon is coming with a video focused APS-C camera, and we have sporatically reported about it and recently published a rumored specifications for a new APS-C camera.
February 5th, 2025 — Source

Google Earth's updated satellite images of Gaza show a fractured reality
The current satellite photos don't come close to communicating the realities on the ground.
February 5th, 2025 — Source

How AI Sees Us: 'Analytic Portrait' Series Combines AI Vision Tech With Real Portraits
Seoul-based artists Shin Seung Back, who is also an engineer, and Kim Yong Hun are back with another photography and AI-related project, Analytic Portrait.
February 5th, 2025 — Source

The Future is a Surprise: Nikon Completes its Final Lens Road Map
With the debut of the beautiful and pricey Nikon Z 35mm f/1.2 S, Nikon has released the last remaining unreleased lens featured on its final Nikkor Z lens roadmap. Nikon photographers are now heading into the future without a map — all future Nikon lenses are slated to be surprises.
February 5th, 2025 — Source

Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB Sony E to be announced ahead of CP+ show
According to leaked information on Weibo, VILTROX's full-frame AF lens "AF 35mm F1.2 LAB" is scheduled to be announced at CP+ in February 2025. Here are some additional info:
February 5th, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — February 3rd, 2025

Annie Leibovitz Prize Will Award Emerging Photographers $20,000
A new photography award established by iconic photographer Annie Leibovitz and philanthropist Lisa Saltzman has a hefty total prize fund of $20,000.
February 3rd, 2025 — Source

'Aperture Priority' Keycaps Are for Fans of Keyboards and Cameras
Photographers who love customizable mechanical keyboards are in luck, as Akuko Labs' latest keyboard caps honor photography in style.
February 3rd, 2025 — Source

Call of Duty studio co-founder pleads guilty to crashing drone into firefighting aircraft
Peter Tripp Akemann avoids jail, will pay 'Super Scooper' repair costs and is ordered to help with LA's wildfire recovery
February 3rd, 2025 — Source

Documentary May Have Illegally Used Deepfake of Scarlett Johansson in Lingerie
A recent documentary about AI-generated pornography may have broken the law when it featured deepfaked footage of actress Scarlett Johansson in lingerie.
February 3rd, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Drone Pilot Who Flew Into Firefighting Airplane Attempts to Avoid Prison
The co-founder of an influential video game company has pled guilty to flying his drone into a firefighting aircraft operating above the Los Angeles wildfires last month.
February 3rd, 2025 — Source

First reviews of the Sirui Autofocus 1.33x Anamorphic 40mm T/1.8
his is one of the two anamorphic lenses with autofocus you can get (the second is the 50mm t/1.8 1.33x from Blazar). So check out these new reviews to see if autofocus really adds value in the amorphic world:
February 3rd, 2025 — Source

Photos Reveal the Architectural and Artistic Heritage of the University of Paris
Have you ever wondered what the university environment in Paris is like? In which places steeped in history do the students live and work?
February 3rd, 2025 — Source

Sony A6700 versus Canon R8 -- Which One Should You Buy in 2025?
The R8 is a full-frame camera, and the major advantages we have with this camera are superior low-light performance as well as better dynamic range. Since we have a full-frame sensor, the background blur or the depth in the images will be greater when using the same aperture-based lenses.
February 3rd, 2025 — Source

The 60-Year History of Digital Image Sensors As Told By Those Involved
Three significant figures in the history of digital image sensor development collaborated on a new research paper that reviews nearly six decades of sensor evolution, detailing pivotal moments and technologies along the way, while also looking ahead to the future of camera tech.
February 3rd, 2025 — Source

This Upcoming AI-Powered Robot Camera Operator Follows You Around
Roll Cam Ai is the world's first robotic AI-powered camera operator. Designed for solo shooters, the Roll Cam Ai aims to replace the need for certain users to hire camera operators.
February 3rd, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

UK Introduces 'World-First' Laws to Ban AI Tools That Create Child Abuse Images
The U.K. will become the first country in the world to make it illegal to use AI tools that create child sexual abuse images.
February 3rd, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — January 24th, 2025

100% confirmed! Sony will announce two new lenses in February: 16mm f/1.8 and a 400-800mm f/6.3-8.0
Three trusted sources confirmed that Sony will announce those two new lenses in February:
January 24th, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Are there more announcements from Canon coming ahead of CP+?
For the second time in the last bunch of months, we have been pleasantly surprised by a Canon lens announcement with the arrival of the RF 16-28mm f/2.8 IS STM. This lens adds to what is likely going to be a new, compact STM holy trinity of f/2.8 zoom lenses from Canon.
January 24th, 2025 — Source

Canon RF 16-28mm F2.8 IS STM Patent Discussion
I missed this patent. In my defence, I looked at it and went.. meh, Canon doing ANOTHER Ultrawide? At the time, this was before the now likely trinity of f/2.8’s IS STMs were forming, so I can be forgiven (maybe) for that judgment call.
January 24th, 2025 — Source

Cinematographer, Who Shaped The Look of Tim Burton’s ‘Batman’, Dies
Roger Pratt, the cinematographer behind Tim Burton’s highly influential Batman as well as two Harry Potter movies, has died.
January 24th, 2025 — Source

Fujifilm Instax Poised to Set Record Revenue in Four Consecutive Years
It’s no secret that Fujifilm’s Instax business is huge, but the company recently said it expects it to get even better, anticipating that 2024 will be Instax’s most lucrative year ever.
January 24th, 2025 — Source

GeoSpy is an AI Tool That Can Geolocate Photos in Seconds
GeoSpy is capable of accurately determining the location of photographs by analyzing elements such as vegetation, architecture, spatial relationships, the type of road surface, and other small details in an image.
January 24th, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Historical Photos Show the Joy of Making Snowmen
With “once-in-a-lifetime” snow falling in unusual places like Louisiana and Florida, what better time to get out a selection of historic snowman photos for PetaPixel’s semi-regular feature: historical Fridays.
January 24th, 2025 — Source

Master car photography with tips from an award-winning photographer
Vijay Anil, winner of the 2024 Auto Photo Awards, shares his creative process and the inspiration behind his award-winning shots.
January 24th, 2025 — Source

OM System Releases a Teaser Video for a New Camera
The silhouette certainly shows a design reminiscent of the Olympus classic film camera, and we can see in the video that there is also a film simulation dial on the front of the camera as well. This looks like my first Olympus SLR camera which I promptly broke (or it was broken – it was from a pawn shop when I was a starving college student). I’m going to be curious to take a good look at this camera when it comes out.
January 24th, 2025 — Source

Pelican Drops ATX and HYBRID TRVL Cases with ModPak Storage System
A helpful introduction text can be read at Explora.
January 24th, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

PSA: Update Your OWC Atlas CFexpress Type A Memory Card Now
The OWC Atlas CFexpress Type A memory card is one of PetaPixel‘s favorites, but OWC has found an issue with the card, and customers are advised to update their card’s firmware as soon as possible. The good news is that the data on the card is safe.
January 24th, 2025 — Source

Sony’s Burano Version 2.0 Firmware Update Brings Formats and Fixes
Sony is pleased to announce new features and operational improvements have been added to the upcoming BURANO Version 2.0 firmware update. Planned to be released in March 2025, BURANO Version 2.0 offers many new features and improvements requested by the user community, including new recording formats, new 1.8x de-squeeze, and monitoring improvements.
January 24th, 2025 — Source

Sony’s ZV-E10 the most popular Camera in Japan in 2025
BCN Retail dove into their annual results a bit more and summarized what the top-selling mirrorless cameras were of 2024. BCN Retail reports on the actual sales data of around 50-60% of all retail stores in Japan, so it’s an excellent look at the Japanese market, which purchases the most cameras of any one country per capita.
January 24th, 2025 — Source

Who is Daniel Torok? Trump’s New White House Photographer
Trump’s latest official portrait sparked plenty of discussion in the photo community. But exactly who is Daniel Torok? The new Chief White House photographer.
January 24th, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — January 22nd, 2025

3 Cameras That Do More Than Just Take Photos
Photography is a fascinating art form all too often taken for granted in the modern era. With the advent and popularization of smart phones, it's easier than ever to capture high-quality images in no time. However, for the discerning photographer who still prefers to use a designated standalone model there are all kinds of cameras on the market to mess around with these days.
January 22nd, 2025 — Source

Before and After Photos Taken Above LA Show Devastating Fire Damage
Dramatic before and after photos taken from a fixed-wing aircraft show the terrible damage wrought by the LA wildfires.
January 22nd, 2025 — Source

Best Camera Bag and Backpack for 2025
Getting the best photographs can involve traveling to beautiful destinations to get unique imagery. Here are the best photography backpacks, slings and messenger bags to get you there.
January 22nd, 2025 — Source

Best Drones for 2025
Capture beautiful images and video from new heights with the best drones on the market.
January 22nd, 2025 — Source

Canon has unveiled 24K Resolution sensor
Canon has introduced a new full-frame sensor with a 410-megapixel resolution, a milestone that no one has achieved in the realm of full-frame sensors to date. Canon is the first to break this resolution record by creating a 410-megapixel full-frame sensor. This sensor is capable of recording 24K video, a feat never before possible with any camera. At the same time, the sensor’s readout speed is currently limited, so prototypes can only capture video at 6 frames per second.
January 22nd, 2025 — Source

Canon set a new record with its 410-megapixel 35mm camera sensor
The new sensor features a resolution equivalent to 24K, but don’t expect it to show up in Canon’s consumer cameras any time soon.
January 22nd, 2025 — Source

Do Gaming Streamers Use Canon Equipment?
Gaming and live streaming have exploded in popularity and are now a vibrant industry where streamers battle for the audience’s gaze. Professional high-quality video is one of the most important factors in producing effective, engaging, and distinguishable content.
January 22nd, 2025 — Source or Source or Source

I Don't Need Samsung's New AI to Tell Me How to Become a Better Photographer
Commentary: Samsung's Galaxy S25s offer AI-powered photo assistance that nobody asked for.
January 22nd, 2025 — Source

Leica Launches Teddy Bears, Wooden Camera Puzzle, and More to Celebrate 100 Years
Leica is celebrating the 100th anniversary of its groundbreaking Leica I, the first mass-produced 35mm camera ever, with some surprising new products, including teddy bears, writing utensils, cuff links, wooden puzzles, pins, bags, key rings, and more.
January 22nd, 2025 — Source

Nikon Hits the Links With Two New Golf Laser Rangefinders
Joining an array of existing laser golf rangefinders, the Coolshot Pro III Stabilized and Coolshot 50i GII promise powerful, precise Nikon optics and advanced features to help golfers from the tee box to the green.
January 22nd, 2025 — Source

Samsung’s AI Gamble Isn’t All That Inspiring
You could be forgiven for looking at Samsung’s latest crop of flagship devices in the S25 series and wonder what the silver lining is. It’s all about AI — Galaxy AI, that is — and in doubling down on these features, the company is betting that it has a leg up on what could be the next big thing for mobile devices.
January 22nd, 2025 — Source

SmallRig launches their cage for the EOS R5 Mark II with Cooling Fan CF-R20EP
One of our favourite accessory makers for photographers and videographers SmallRig has launched their cage for the Canon EOS R5 Mark II with the Canon Cooling Fan CF-R20EP.
January 22nd, 2025 — Source

Specifications for Unnamed EOS R APS-C Camera Body
We have reported in the past that the APS-C lineup would get addressed in 2025, and that we would see some new segments in the lineup.
January 22nd, 2025 — Source

TEAMGROUP launches 2TB T-CREATE EXPERT SDXC UHS-II U3 V90 memory card for professionals
TEAMGROUP has introduced the T-CREATE EXPERT SDXC UHS-II U3 V90 memory card, offering a 2TB storage option tailored to photographers and videographers. This card combines high capacity, speed, and durability.
January 22nd, 2025 — Source

The Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Z remains in short supply
The Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Z has been extremely popular since it’s launch late last year. However, initial inventory wasn’t great around the globe, including in the United States.
January 22nd, 2025 — Source

Yodobashi says the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II was their best selling lens of the year!
The very large Japanese camera store Yodobashi has listed the 20 best-selling lenses for the whole of 2024:
January 22nd, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — January 20th, 2025

BCN Awards 2025: Sony and Nikon make Significant Gains in Japan
BCN has released its awards for the year 2024. They call the awards "2025" even though the data is from January 1st, 2024 through December 31st, 2024. Don't ask me why -- I don't run the company.
January 20th, 2025 — Source

Canon launches "Live Switcher Mobile" iOS app for one-person multi-angle livestreaming with single touch camera switching
With the increase in video content on social media, there has been a growing demand for livestreaming video content, such as cooking, gaming, and product reviews in which content creators can simultaneously communicate with the viewers.
January 20th, 2025 — Source

Canon's new livestreaming app doesn't support Canon cameras
It currently only works with iPhones, but Canon camera support is coming soon.
January 20th, 2025 — Source

Curiosity: European A6100, A6400 and ZV-E10II cameras are marked as "new" because they come with the nw BC-TRW charger
Europeans stores mark many "older" Sony models as "new". This happened because the package now includes the Sony BC-TRW charger instead of the previous AC-UUE12 AC-USB adaptor.
January 20th, 2025 — Source

Sony A7 V and Sony 50-105mm F2.8 Lens Coming
According to the latest, Sony will announce the FE 50-105 F2.8 lens at the end of February 2025. At the same time, Sony is highly likely to announce the Sony A7 V camera in March 2025.
January 20th, 2025 — Source

Sony could announce a new 50-105mm f/2.8 G lens at the CP+ show?
The CP+ trade fair starts on February 27. Last year, Sony announced the 24-50mm f/2.8 G on February 21, just before the show. And it looks like we might get another lens this year as well. According to a NEW source, we will get the FE 50-105mm F2.8 G lens at the end of February.
January 20th, 2025 — Source

The Samyang RF 12mm f/2 AF is now available for preorder
Back in early December, Samyang officially announced the Samyang 12mm f/2 AF Ultra Wide Angle Lens for the RF mount, the third company licensed to produce autofocus lenses for the RF mount joining SIGMA and Tamron, albiet for APS-C sensors.
January 20th, 2025 — Source

ThinkTank announced the new Darklight Backpack series
You can order them at BHphoto, Amazon and ThinkTank store.
January 20th, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Venus Optics Laowa to Launch Four Autofocus Lenses in 2025
Venus Optics which owns the brand Laowa that is pretty well known is planning to launch four autofocus lenses in 2025.
January 20th, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — January 17th, 2025

A new Chinese manufacturer will soon launch an f/1.2 full-frame autofocus E-mount on the market
There are rumors on Weibo about a completely new Chinese company that wants to launch a new f/1.2 full-frame autofocus E-mount lens. Again, this is not a well-known company like Viltrox, 7Artisans, Laowa, Meike or others that we already know.
January 17th, 2025 — Source

All You Need to Know About Football Cameras: Technology, Features, and Uses
Present-day venues hosting soccer matches are stuffed with cameras, varying in parameters and purpose. We've taken an in-depth look at what these are all for and how football cameras work, as well as their evolution, issues, and prospects.
January 17th, 2025 — Source

Camera owner asks Canon, skies: Why is it $5/month for webcam software?
Just because it's a good rig doesn't mean you can use it on Zoom.
January 17th, 2025 — Source

Creating Custom Portfolios: The Ultimate Guide to Document Editing
A compelling portfolio is vital for photographers who showcase their work and attract clients. However, gathering, organising, and editing your documents can often feel daunting. The right tools streamline this process, allowing you to focus on what truly matters: your creative output. This guide will explore how effective document editing can elevate your portfolio, making it not just a collection of images but a powerful marketing tool.
January 17th, 2025 — Source

Insta360's Flow 2 Pro gimbal offers a sturdier build and a selfie mirror
There's also an upgraded tracking system.
January 17th, 2025 — Source

Now this looks cool: First transparent portable SSD storage
Colddisk is a lightweight and portable USB 4/Thunderbolt 3 M.2 NVMe drive enclosure, equipped with an active copper cooling system, delivering ultra-fast transfer speeds of up to 40Gbps and a maximum storage capacity of 2TB. Crafted with a durable aluminum alloy casing and precision engineering, it offers exceptional stability and superior cooling performance. Colddisk is the perfect choice for creators, professionals, and tech enthusiasts, effortlessly meeting diverse storage needs whether at work or on the go.
January 17th, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Leica SL3-S versus Panasonic S5 IIX
We are comparing the Leica SL3-S camera side by side with the Panasonic S5 IIX. Before we begin, I must tell you that there is a significant price difference between them. Starting with the design part. Next, we will move to the photography part, where we will compare the major core specifications that build up a camera's character map.
January 17th, 2025 — Source

Pentax K-3 III DSLR Discontinued in Japan But Not in the United States
The Pentax K-3 Mark III DSLR has been officially discontinued in Japan but Ricoh Imaging tells PetaPixel that the camera remains available in the United States and is part of the company's 2025 product lineup.
January 17th, 2025 — Source

Photographer Captures Model 163 Feet Underwater, Setting New Record
A photographer is continuing to push the limits of how deep photo shoots can take place underwater after he set a new Guinness World Record by shooting portraits of a model at a staggering depth of 163.38 feet (49.80 meters).
January 17th, 2025 — Source

ShiftCam Admits Poor Communication, Mistakes With Indiegogo Campaign
Backers of ShiftCam's SnapSeries Indiegogo campaign claim they were being sidelined so that ShiftCam could double-dip by taking money raised in the campaign and spend it on delivering orders to both retailers and consumers. Those who inquired about order status or questioned ShiftCam about these alleged retail sales tell PetaPixel they received vague responses or radio silence.
January 17th, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Voigtlander Nokton 28mm F1.5 Aspherical Overview
Manufacturer description: The Voigtlander Nokton 28mm F1.5 is a large aperture, wide-angle prime lens. It is manual focus only but features electronic contacts, which enables Exif data, in-body image stabilization and various manual focus tools.
January 17th, 2025 — Source

Yankees Chief Photographer Has One of the Best Jobs in Sports
Good photography requires excellent artistic and technical skills. Consistently great photography, on the other hand, relies upon determination, passion, the ability to work under pressure, and, in many cases, strong relationships. Official New York Yankees chief photographer Ariele Goldman Hecht has all these traits in spades, and it shows through not only her photos but how she captures them.
January 17th, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — January 13th, 2025

Camera Sales Surged in Japan in 2025
Japanese retail analyst BCN+R released a new report showing that consumer electronics, including cameras, experienced a huge boom during 2024, especially at the very end of the year.
January 13th, 2025 — Source

Explora's Best Premium Bridge Camera of the year is still the "old" Sony Cyber-shot RX10 IV
Pity that according to my sources Sony did terminate the camera production and no replace is being developed.
January 13th, 2025 — Source

Firefighters Praised for Saving Photo Albums From Burning Home
Firefighters in Los Angeles have been praised for saving photo albums from a house that was burning down and couldn't be saved.
January 13th, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Healing Tools in Photoshop: Picking the Right One
Fixing blemishes is one of the most basic uses for Photoshop, tiresome though it is at times. They vary, these blemishes, whether they're dust spots on digital images, marks and scratches on film scans, or blobs, stains, and tears on old prints. Other blemishes are the kind that exist on your subject, like skin flaws.
January 13th, 2025 — Source

One of our Favourite Publications Reviews the Canon EOS R5 Mark II
We're not big fans of "zero-day" camera or lens reviews, or really any review of significant cameras or lenses that come out within a month of release. There aren't may publications or reviewers out there that take their time with a product for reasons that one could consider obvious.
January 13th, 2025 — Source

Photographer Captures Horses Being Saved From LA Wildfires
In a sobering what-are-the-odds assignment, Reuters sent freelance photographer Carlin Stiehl to document a safe haven for horses and other animals as Los Angeles battled deadly wildfires. The photographer knew the property: he had learned horseback riding there as a boy.
January 13th, 2025 — Source

Provocative Fashion Photographer Oliviero Toscani Dies at 82
Italian fashion photographer Oliviero Toscani, best known for his provocative advertising campaigns for the Benetton clothing brand, has died at age 82.
January 13th, 2025 — Source

Sony A1II: Next batch will arrive in March only!
You may have noticed the new Sony A1II is out of Stock everywhere in USA and Europe. Sony Japan issued a statement saying that the number of preorders was higher than expected and that this will delay the delivery of preorders. Now we have two updates:
January 13th, 2025 — Source

Sony will announce a new G lens in February?
Another sources told me that Sony is likely to release a new "G" lens in February. What do you make out of this info?
January 13th, 2025 — Source

This Online Archive Has More Than 10,000 Free-to-Use Historical Images
The Public Domain Image Archive is a newly-launched curated collection of more than 10,000 out-of-copyright historical images — more than 2,000 of which are photos — that are free for everyone to look through and use.
January 13th, 2025 — Source

TTArtisan AF 23mm f/1.8 Is a Fast APS-C Prime for Under $130
Available now for Fujifilm X Series cameras and arriving soon in Sony E and Nikon Z variants, the TTArtisan AF 23mm f/1.8 prime delivers a classic 35mm equivalent focal length. The $127 lens aims to be a budget option for entry-level photographers looking to use a brighter lens than a typical kit zoom. TTArtisan says the 35mm-equivalent prime is well-suited to street, portrait, and landscape photography.
January 13th, 2025 — Source

Viltrox AF Adapter Brings All That E-Mount Glass to Nikon Z
Viltrox's new E to Z AF lens mount adapter enables photographers to use any Sony E-mount lens on their Nikon Z-series mirrorless cameras with full autofocus capabilities.
January 13th, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — January 10th, 2025

A tale of four Kodaks
CES is a welcome home for zombie brands.
January 10th, 2025 — Source

Brand new (and very affordable) Angelbird CFexpress 4.0 Type A Card now in Stock!
The new Angelbird CFexpress 4.0 Type A Cards are now in Stock and shipping:
January 10th, 2025 — Source

Canon Considering Outsourcing Camera Manufacturing to Cut Costs
Canon chairman and CEO Fujio Mitarai says the company may reorganize its manufacturing efforts, potentially moving additional camera production outside Japan.
January 10th, 2025 — Source

Canon to Outsource Low End Camera Manufacturing
According to Nikkei Asia, Canon is considering outsourcing some of its operations to other Asian countries.
January 10th, 2025 — Source

Did Kodak Really Hide The Invention Of The Digital Camera?
Once upon a time, photography wasn't for everyone. Cameras were big, expensive, cumbersome machines, far from average-user-friendly. Then George Eastman came along, providing smaller yet still impressive cameras to the masses with convenient rolls of film for them to capture photographs on. Since 1888, his company, Kodak, has remained a major name in film-based media creation.
January 10th, 2025 — Source

Getty Images and Shutterstock to Merge
Getty Images Holdings, Inc. and Shutterstock today announced that they entered into a definitive merger agreement to combine in a merger of equals transaction, creating a premier visual content company. The combined company, which would have an enterprise value of approximately $3.7 billion[i], will be named Getty Images Holdings, Inc and will continue to trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol "GETY".
January 10th, 2025 — Source

Hollyland Launches the LARK M2S: Ultra-Compact Wireless Microphone
Hollyland has launched the sixth generation of its Lark Series microphones, the LARK M2S.
January 10th, 2025 — Source

International Artists Organization Condemns Texas Seizure of Sally Mann Photos
The Artists at Risk Connection (ARC) says it condemns the seizure of the Sally Mann photographers included in the Diaries of Home exhibition in Fort Worth, Texas and calling it a "brazen act of censorship" by Texas authorities.
January 10th, 2025 — Source

Lawsuit Alleges Mark Zuckerberg Gave Permission for Meta to Train AI on Stolen Content
An amended lawsuit against Meta alleges that the company's CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, approved training Meta's Llama AI models using copyrighted content.
January 10th, 2025 — Source

Nikon's 'Sporting the Unexpected' Series Puts Athletes In Striking and Strange Situations
The Nikon Z6 III is a very powerful new camera and a popular one, too, as PetaPixel readers can attest. To showcase the device's prowess, Nikon Europe enlisted the help of four talented professional sports photographers.
January 10th, 2025 — Source

OM System to announce a new camera soon
Olympus Malaysia accidentally published an image that they should not have detailing an upcoming Olympus m43 mount camera body. The image was up for a few hours and then taken down.
January 10th, 2025 — Source

Panasonic Readying a Lumix S1R Successor
Current rumours have Panasonic releasing a new version of its popular Lumix S1R. It's expected to have the same sensor as the Leica SL3 and its core technology. With the Lumix S1R discontinued, this sounds like a no brainer. Very little other details are known at this time. There is also expected to be a lens announced at the same time but no information yet on that.
January 10th, 2025 — Source

Sony A1II review by David Zhou: "I'm super tempted to buy one..."
I shot with Sony's new $6,500 flagship camera, the Sony a1 II, for 2 weeks and I'm blown away with how incredible the camera is. 8k 30fps, pre-shooting, best-in-class AI-based autofocus, flippy-tilty-rotaty screen, it has it all. I'm super tempted to buy one..."
January 10th, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Techradar explains why Sony should launch a new RX100 model in 2025
One insight from 2024 is that compact cameras with a fixed lens are back in fashion. This is what Techradar writes:
January 10th, 2025 — Source

The Custom Nikon Z9 and Thermal Blanket Headed to the Moon
Nikon and NASA have a rich history of collaboration dating back more than 50 years when Nikon supplied specialized analog cameras for Apollo missions. Nikon cameras are headed back to the Moon, and Nikon showed off some of the new lunar-bound technology this week at CES.
January 10th, 2025 — Source

The Happiest Place: Memories and Reality at an American Amusement Park
My good friend, the oldfangled film photographer Elizabeth Nahum-Albright, was recently tasked with a common problem: the disposition of her newly dead father. His most urgent demands were clear: he was to be cremated and placed, like all of his cats, into a cookie jar.
January 10th, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — January 9th, 2025

0.03-Megapixel Pixless Camera Captures Charming Pixel Art Photos
The Pixless camera on Kickstarter channels the lo-fi spirit of the iconic Nintendo Game Boy Camera. With similarly low image quality, the Pixless promises to capture pixel art-like digital photos with just 0.03 megapixels of resolution.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

7 Classic Film SLR Cameras Worth Buying Today
It truly warms my heart how much people are gravitating towards film photography. Don't get me wrong, I'm not naive to think that film is winning the battle of film versus digital photography, especially with everyone having a smartphone camera in their pockets. However, there is still a rise in people harkening back to the days of analog. My background is in filmmaking, which means my love affair with film photography began quite early as it often served as excellent training ground before getting into moving pictures.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

A new lens from Sony will probably be announced shortly before the start of the CP+ show
From the information I have gathered, it seems that Sony will announce a new lens in February before the SP+ trade show. I am working to get confirmation on the lens specifications. Some rumors have previously pointed out the possibility of an update to this lens, but I actually believe it will be a completely new piece of glass!
January 9th, 2025 — Source

Adobe's Generative AI Jumps The Shark, Adds Bitcoin to Bird Photo
Last year, Adobe updated its Firefly generative AI platform multiple times, the most recent coming in September. Over that time, the Lightroom and Photoshop tools that rely on the technology have gotten steadily worse and the system's choice to add a Bitcoin logo to a photo of a seagull is a perfect distillation of the problem.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

Best Lenses for Nikon Z30 in 2025
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR Lens (Nikon Z) -- Now, why Nikon 12-28mm Lens is the best lens for Vlogging? The best lens for Vloggers that fits our budget pocket is the recently announced DX 12-28mm lens from Nikon. The good thing is this lens features optical image stabilization and a super compact body design. But as we all know, the aperture ranges from f/3.5 to f/5.6, so you won't witness much depth of field in your images
January 9th, 2025 — Source

CIPA November 2024: The Rise of the Compact
If you have been listening to me at all last year (and if you haven't.. why the heck not?), one thing I have noted is that there's a weird renaissance happening with compact cameras, especially in Japan.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

DJI Mini 5 and Neo 2 could be available to fly by the end of this year
Drone enthusiasts, assemble! Here's some exciting news that you could find interesting. New rumors suggest that popular drone maker, DJI could introduce two new drones by the end of this year. A reputable source, Jasper Ellen, has revealed that DJI is planning to launch DJI Mini 5 and DJI Neo 2 sometime at the end of this year, as a continuation of the popular drone series.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

Drone Footage Captures the Devastating Aftermath of LA Wildfires
The L.A. wildfires are still burning but already drone footage has captured the devastating aftermath of the areas wrecked by the deadly blaze.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

Google Street View Image Solves Mystery of Woman Who Vanished
A Google Street View image led police to solve the mystery of a woman who wandered off from her home and couldn't be found.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

Have AI Companies Run Out of Training Data? Elon Musk Thinks So
Elon Musk and former OpenAI chief scientist Ilya Sutskever say that AI companies have run out of real-world data to train generative models on.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

How the Fantastical Blockbuster Movie 'Wicked' Was Lit
When it was released in 1939, The Wizard of Oz broke new ground in movie production thanks largely to its remarkable lighting setup. The blockbuster prequel Wicked, based on the award-winning Broadway play of the same name, likewise captivates contemporary audiences thanks in large part to its visual aesthetic and incredible lighting.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

Just announced: New Hollyland LARK Wireless Mic
Hollyland just announced the new Lark Wireless MIC you can preorder at Amazon and BHphoto.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

Samyang 35mm f/1.4 P Review: Fantastic Value for a Fast Prime
It's well-known that I am not a fan of the 35mm focal length. It's also well-known that I am in the extreme minority on this. Everyone loves a good 35mm lens which is a prime candidate for a faster f/1.4 aperture. Samyang has answered the call with its latest "Prima" series of lenses which promise to be optical standouts with sophisticated autofocusing.
January 9th, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

SanDisk SD Cards Corrupt When Paired With the R5 Mark II, Canon Warns
As if photographers needed another reason to avoid SanDisk, the company's memory cards may record corrupted or unreadable still photo files when paired with the Canon R5 Mark II. At the time of publication, there is no fix for the problem other than to stop using the cards.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

Sony RX1RII Camera Review by Mark Galer
Almost 10 years ago Sony announced the Rx1RII fixed-lens full frame camera. Mark Galer tested the camera to see if it still made sense to spend money on it. What amazes me is that it is still available for $3298 at BHphoto. A hefty price for a 10-year-old digital camera, don't you think? Probably means that they are still selling decent amount of Rx1RII cameras!
January 9th, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Squid Game Cameraman Spotted in Epic Fight Scene
Shooting an action sequence for a big television or movie production is fraught with logistical headaches as camera operators often have to hide in plain sight so directors can get the frames they want.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

The 570-Megapixel Dark Energy Camera's Dazzling View of 230 Sparkling Galaxies
The groundbreaking Dark Energy Camera (DECam) entered service in 2012 and served as the primary camera used for the Dark Energy Survey. The 570-megapixel camera, which features 74 total CCD image sensors, recently captured a dazzling photo of the Antlia Cluster (Abell S636), a group of at least 230 galaxies located about 130 million light-years from Earth.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

The best instant cameras you can buy right now
We found the best cameras for your budget and needs.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

The Three Best Photos From BepiColombo's Historic Mercury Flyby
The joint European Space Agency (ESA) and Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) BepiColombo mission performed its sixth flyby of Mercury yesterday, January 8, 2025. This historic maneuver enabled the spacecraft to capture incredible new photos of the planet's surface from just 295 kilometers (183 miles) away.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

The Tiny Hollyland Lark M2S Wireless Mic System Is Nearly Invisible
The sixth-generation Hollyland Lark Series microphone, the Lark M2S, is exceptionally tiny, weighs just seven grams (0.25 ounces), and is logo-free, ensuring it is easy to conceal while still delivering high-quality wireless audio for videographers, content creators, vloggers, and streamers.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

Viral Olympic Surf Shot Tops World Sports Photography Awards
Sports photography is a game of split-second timing and never-to-be-repeated moments, so to be at the top of your game takes no small amount of skill. The best of the best in this demanding genre has just been recognized with the winning frames from the World Sports Photography Awards.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — January 8th, 2025

BCNranking has published the best-selling cameras on the Japanese market in December: Sony ZV-E10 sells hot!
BCNranking published the top 50 of the best selling cameras on the Japanese market for the month of December. I marked in bold the Sony cameras in this list:
January 8th, 2025 — Source

Can DSLR Lenses Be Used On Mirrorless Cameras?
As any experienced photographer could tell you, there's more to this longstanding art form than merely pointing a camera at something and pressing the shutter button. If you want a specific shot, you need to set it up and ensure you have the proper equipment on hand to execute your vision. Most importantly, this means acquiring your desired lenses, allowing you different focal lengths, levels of image quality, and even color values.
January 8th, 2025 — Source

DJI Matrice 4 Series Drones Are Built for Inspections and Search and Rescue
DJI's new Matrice 4 Series drones incorporate advanced technology and multiple sensors to improve performance and versatility for a wide range of enterprise users.
January 8th, 2025 — Source

DPReview Reader's Choice Awards 2024: Sony 28-70mm GM is one of the Products of the Year
Here are the results of the DPreview readers awards. The top 3 best products are:
January 8th, 2025 — Source

New Orleans Attacker Wore Meta Ray-Ban Glasses to Record the City
The New Orleans terrorist who killed 14 people on New Year's Day wore Meta Ray-Bans to surreptitiously record the city streets months before the attack.
January 8th, 2025 — Source

Sony a7R IIIA marked as "discontinued" by BHphoto
This camera was announced in 2021 and the only "improvement" over the A7rIII was the addition of a new, higher-resolution LCD screen (2.36 million dots). And now it has been officially discontinued according to BHphoto. If we are lucky, there will be a new A7rVI at the end of 2025 and the older A7rV and A7rIV cameras will continue to fall in price. This could mean the end of the A7r
January 8th, 2025 — Source

The 'New Year' Comet Could Outshine Venus if it Survives Solar Encounter
After Comet A3 made a once-in-a-lifetime appearance in October, Comet G3—dubbed the "New Year" comet—is currently falling toward the Sun, and if all goes well, it could outshine Venus in the night sky.
January 8th, 2025 — Source

The Artra Lab Similar 35mm f/1.4 Costs a Fraction of the Leica Original
Relatively new Hong Kong-based lens maker Artra Lab, which launched a not-so-subtle Nikkor knockoff a few months ago, is back with another heavily-inspired lens, this time a 35mm f/1.4 M mount lens that looks an awful lot like a legendary Leica Summilux Steel Rim lens.
January 8th, 2025 — Source

The Getty-Shutterstock Merger is Yet Another Step in a Race to the Bottom
This week, Getty Images and Shutterstock announced an intent to merge, bringing two of the top three largest stock photography companies together. It's just one more step down the road to rock bottom.
January 8th, 2025 — Source

The Leica Q3: A Concise Review
It's 4:37 PM Friday at a long-range planning meeting in Leica offices in Wetzlar. Attendees want to get on with their weekend. Fritz is talking.
January 8th, 2025 — Source

This Isn't the Compact Camera Revival We Asked For | The PetaPixel Podcast
The PetaPixel Podcast is back! This week, Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and I discuss the return of point-and-shoot cameras, but with the first of their "revival" being the Panasonic Lumix ZS99, we have thoughts.
January 8th, 2025 — Source

Veteran Photographer in LA Says Wildfire is 'Worst' He's Ever Seen
"I'm in the midst of it right now," said veteran fire photographer David Swanson Wednesday morning from the Eaton Fire in Altadena, California.
January 8th, 2025 — Source

Wild rumors roundup: A7sIV, A7rVI and FX cameras
About those rumors: I have no idea who sent them and 90% of the times they turn out to be wrong. But, it happened in the past that a couple of those were right. So I will post them today, and we all together can eventually keep track of this. If one of the sources turns out to be right than we will know we can trust it a bit more!
January 8th, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — January 7th, 2025

A Look into Canon’s Ergonomics Evolution
This article has been percolating in my mind for a while now, and as I got further into the various designs and Canon’s mentality, it became more of a synopsis of Canon’s methodology to date. The RF system has been very disruptive to Canon in terms of switching the mount and also the ergonomic design decisions. This article is a look at where Canon came from and where they seem to be heading.
January 7th, 2025 — Source

Canon RC Camera Coming?
Is Canon working on an RC [consumer cinema] camera? According to the latest rumor that surfaced on the web via Canon rumor mil, Canon is working on an RC series of video-focused hybrid cinema cameras, similar to what we have seen in a Sony FX30. So, it will be a hybrid cinema camera in a compact, budget-oriented, reasonably-priced body aimed at a larger consumer base.
January 7th, 2025 — Source

Digital Cameras Make a Comeback in 2024: See the Surprising Sales Numbers by CIPA
The digital camera market has shown significant growth in the year of 2024 compared to the previous two years’ sales period. The overall interchangeable lens camera sales figure is really very exciting as you can see in the graph above.
January 7th, 2025 — Source

Getty Images buying Shutterstock to create a $3.7 billion visual content company
Getty Images is buying Shutterstock to create a $3.7 billion visual content company.
January 7th, 2025 — Source or Source or Source

How a Craigslist Scam Turned Me Into a Professional Photographer
Hello there. My name is Joe, and I’m a professional, full-time photographer hailing from Brooklyn, New York.
January 7th, 2025 — Source

Insta360 Teams With Popular Photographer Peter McKinnon for Special X4 Kit
The new bundle is designed to meet the needs of professional creators and videographers and includes the Insta360 X4 camera, a battery, a 256GB microSD card, a lens cap, and a newly designed foldable two-in-one selfie stick featuring McKinnon’s signature. The kit comes in unique packaging featuring “the McKinnon aesthetic,” and promises a “premium unboxing experience.”
January 7th, 2025 — Source

Patent Application: VR Dual Lens Focus Adjustment
In this patent application (2025-001041), Canon describes improvements to how dual lens VR lenses focus and calibrate the focus across both lenses.
January 7th, 2025 — Source

ProGrade’s Magnetic PG20 Thunderbolt 4 Hub Promises Improved Photo Workflow
ProGrade Digital announced the PG20 Pro Thunderbolt 4 Hub, a new hub capable of speeds up to 40 Gb/s that is designed to work alongside ProGrade’s various magnetic peripherals, including card readers.
January 7th, 2025 — Source

Satechi’s New Mac mini Hub Fixes the Computer’s Frustrating Design Flaw
Apple’s redesigned M4 Mac mini is great. It even won PetaPixel‘s award for Computer of the Year. But it can be better, and consumer electronics company Satechi hopes to help with a new Mac mini hub.
January 7th, 2025 — Source

Texas Police ‘Seize Photographs’ From Sally Mann Exhibition
Police have reportedly seized Sally Mann photographs from an exhibition at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, Texas, after a complaint was made about her images.
January 7th, 2025 — Source

The InkPoster Looks Like a Gorgeous Way to Display Your Photographs
Swiss tech company PocketBook, Japanese electronics company Sharp, and Massachusetts-based E Ink teamed up to create InkPoster, a super-efficient e-ink digital display for artwork and photography.
January 7th, 2025 — Source

Wild rumors roundup: A7sIV, A7rVI and FX cameras
About those rumors: I have no idea who sent them and 90% of the times they turn out to be wrong. But, it happened in the past that a couple of those were right. So I will post them today, and we all together can eventually keep track of this. If one of the sources turns out to be right than we will know we can trust it a bit more!
January 7th, 2025 — Source

Wonder ‘Petal’ Nature Camera Mimics a Flower to Attract Birds and Bugs
The creators of Bird Buddy unveiled a new series of products under new “Wonder” branding, including an AI-powered nature camera, Petal, that mimics a flower to get close-up shots of nectar-loving birds and insects.
January 7th, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — January 6th, 2025

A Canon EOS RC is coming in 2025
It looks like one of Canon's new cameras is going to be called the EOS RC. Details are quite limited at this time, but it comes from a source with an almost impecable record. What is the EOS RC?
January 6th, 2025 — Source

Current Rebates on Canon Gear from Canon USA
Canon USA has launched a new rebate program that will run through the month of January. Some of the savings are similar to the last program, but there have been some changes on some items.
January 6th, 2025 — Source

Dpreview's wishlist for 2025: A7V, A6100, RX100VIII, RX1rIIII and 50-150mm f/2.8 lens
Dpreview discussed areas where Sony could improve and expand its camera lineup to better compete with Canon and Nikon, covering both updates to existing models and new products:
January 6th, 2025 — Source

Fuji Working on 26MP BSI X-Trans 5 CMOS Sensor [Rumor]
According to the latest rumors surfaced over the web, Fujifilm is working on a 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans BSI CMOS 5 Sensor. Although they do have a 26-megapixel stacked X-Trans sensor in their flagship Fuji X-H2S model, the upcoming sensor is non-stacked with excellent video core specification of 5th-generation design, being developed to be used in upcoming entry-level and mid-tier cameras with outstanding video performance.
January 6th, 2025 — Source

OM System CEO Says a New Camera and Multiple Lenses Arriving 'Shortly'
While 2024 was not the prolific or productive year OM System needed, 2025 could be. OM Digital Solutions' director and CEO, Shigemi Sugimoto, has taken to the company's website to share new information about its ambitions and plans for 2025.
January 6th, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

OpenAI Fails to Deliver Opt-Out System for Photographers
OpenAI has missed its own 2025 deadline on a tool it said would allow photographers to exclude their work from the company's training data.
January 6th, 2025 — Source

The Canon Speedlite EL-1 is in stock at B&H Photo
In an odd twist that is the saga of the Speedlite EL-1, it looks like Canon has a few left as they are in stock at B&H Photo. The Speedlite EL-1 was discontinued back in September and we are awaiting a new flagship Speedlite from Canon.
January 6th, 2025 — Source

Update on the first E-mount open source Full-frame Camera "Sitina 1" camera
Back in October I reported about the FPGA-powered open source full-frame E-mount digital camera named the "Sitina 1". You can find the full repository and some image samples on Gitlab.
January 6th, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

What Are ND Camera Filters?
If you are ever planning to shoot photography outside — whether it be a vibrant cityscape or gorgeous landscape — you will want to use a neutral density filter (or ND filter). An ND filter essentially blocks light coming into the lens without altering any colors you're seeing (hence the "neutral" part of the name). Some newer photographers are not sure when to use an ND filter since it's often said that light is good to have.
January 6th, 2025 — Source

Yashica Capitalizes on Compact Camera Craze With New 'City' Series Point-and-Shoots
Compact cameras are all the rage. While companies like Panasonic are trying to capitalize by making minor tweaks to relatively pricey older cameras with models like the ZS99, others opt for a "make it as cheap as possible" approach. Yashica falls into the latter category with its latest compact cameras, the City 100 and City 200.
January 6th, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — January 3rd, 2025

Amazon Prime Accused of Using ‘Awful’ AI Background for F1 Doc
Amazon Prime has been accused of using an AI-generated background picture for its newly acquired Grand Prix documentary.
January 3rd, 2025 — Source

Canon Promotes Key Executives for 2025 Growth
A recent press release from Canon suggests a major change inside, Canon U.S.A. has promoted several leaders to new roles, starting January 1, 2025. Kiyoshi Oka is now the Executive Vice President of Marketing Strategy, and Masato Mori is the Senior Vice President of Business Innovation. Four others, including Karin Harrington, William Lowe, Dawn Rouse, and Jami Schultz, have been promoted to Vice Presidents in various departments. Canon’s CEO, Isao “Sammy” Kobayashi, highlighted these promotions as key to driving success and innovation in the year ahead.
January 3rd, 2025 — Source

Congress Didn’t Ban DJI, But The Commerce Department Still Might
The United States Department of Commerce has said it is considering new rules that could potentially ban Chinese drones, including DJI, in the U.S. citing national security concerns.
January 3rd, 2025 — Source

First image of the new BrightinStar 85mm f/1.8 E-mount lens
On January 6, Brightin Star will announce this new 85mm f/1.8 E-mount autofocus lens. Another unexpected announcement, because according to BHphoto we already have 33!!! 85mm prime E-mount lenses.
January 3rd, 2025 — Source

Florida Judge Wears VR Headset to View Crime Evidence in Legal First
A Florida judge allowed a virtual reality (VR) simulation of an alleged crime to be submitted as evidence during a trial — in what is believed to be a courtroom first.
January 3rd, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Fujifilm Is in a Very Strong Position to Start the New Year
As we close the book on 2024 and peer ahead to what should be an exciting year for new cameras and lenses, it is worth looking closer at one company’s performance in 2024: Fujifilm.
January 3rd, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Godox Expands Lighting Lineup with Three Tiny and Affordable Flashes
Godox unveiled the iA32, iM20, and iM22 flashes, three compact and stylish on-camera flashes that won’t break the bank.
January 3rd, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Godox’s New RS60 Series LED Monolights Are Built for Photo and Video
The RS60Bi and RS60R from Godox enter the crowded portable lighting market, but are they just another compact option?
January 3rd, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Just announced: New Yongnuo 23mm f/1.4 DA DSM WL APS-C E-mount lens
SonyAlphaBlog tested the lens and concluded:
January 3rd, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Kai tests the Sony A1II while photographing the Manchester City game
Kai tested the Sony A1II while photographing a game of Manchester City, who are currently playing very badly :)
January 3rd, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Late Photographer’s Camera Gear Stolen from Family Home
Camera gear belonging to a renowned wilderness photographer, who passed away in 1996, was stolen from his family’s home.
January 3rd, 2025 — Source

MapCamera Results for 2025
MapCamera is a large retailer in Japan, and they released their sales results for 2024. Before we get into it, we should note that Canon didn’t have anything new until the late summer, and these rankings tend to favour recency.
January 3rd, 2025 — Source

NASA Satellite Reveals Never-Before-Seen Details of the Ocean Floor
In its first year of operation, NASA’s Surface Water and Ocean Topography (SWOT) satellite has mapped Earth’s mysterious ocean floors with more detail than older satellites could over 30 years.
January 3rd, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Sony silently announces the Sony A6400a camera as well as the Sony A6100a
These two updated models first appeared on the Sony UK website. After closely examining the core specifications of both cameras, there were no noticeable differences.
January 3rd, 2025 — Source

Sony Upcoming Cameras 2025
Sony’s upcoming cameras in 2025: Content creators, photographers, and filmmakers are eagerly waiting for the announcement of Sony’s 2025 series of cameras. Specifically, they are very curious about the upcoming Sony A75, Sony FX3 Mark II, and Sony A7S IV.
January 3rd, 2025 — Source

General — Photography — January 2nd, 2025

DJI Pocket 4 Creator Combo or DJI Mirrorless - What's Next from DJI?
According to the latest set of rumors, DJI may announce a new product very soon. It all started when someone asked the DJI Supprt team directly on Twitter if there is any possibility of a mirrorless camera system from DJI.
January 2nd, 2025 — Source

First possible 400mm GM II lens specs
A new soruce shared the possible specs of the rumored 400mm f/2.8 GM II. Just to be clear, this is not a rumor I got from trusted sources so be skeptical on this one until I can confirm or deny it:
January 2nd, 2025 — Source

Panasonic DC-ZS99 Review: A Disappointing Trend Chaser
Here, we thought that the smartphone would kill the point-and-shoot digital camera. There is, instead, a steady resurgence with more and more (mostly young) people purchasing used point-and-shoot cameras. The Panasonic ZS99 aims to capitalize on the trend, offering a modernized take on an older P&S model.
January 2nd, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Sleeper Shark Tries to Eat Deep-Sea Camera
A sleeper shark is seen appearing from darkness and attempting to eat a deep-sea camera in incredible footage.
January 2nd, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Photography — January 1st, 2025

How to: Clean your Camera and Lenses
This is another article where the idea came from one of our Discord member, that asked what I do to keep my cameras and lenses clean. I don't do a lot, but what I do is described in this article.
January 1st, 2025 — Source

Meet the Photographer Behind Rasperry Pi's Awesome Desktop Images
Walking through a train station in New Zealand, Greg Annandale looks up to see his photo on an information screen. The Raspberry Pi computer powering the board has gone back to the desktop wallpaper which Annandale shot of a road in Iceland.
January 1st, 2025 — Source

The 10 Best-Selling Lenses of 2024 at Map Camera in Japan
Yesterday, PetaPixel looked at Map Camera's best-selling new and used cameras of 2024. Now it's time to look at a part of the kit that is just as important: lenses.
January 1st, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Photography — December 31st, 2024

For some weird reasons Sony Europe is marking the A6100, A6400 and ZV-E10II as “new”
A couple of readers from different European countries have brought to my attention that their national Sony stores have labeled some older Sony cameras as “new”. I have no idea why Sony did this, probably a formatting error on the Sony Europe pages?
December 31st, 2024 — Source

Hundreds of Bird Photographers Gather for Rare American Warbler
A lesser-spotted American yellow warbler visiting a sleepy village in England has prompted hundreds of nature photographers and bird watchers to turn out in the hope of catching a glimpse of the tiny yellow bird.
December 31st, 2024 — Source

Mapcamera shared the 2024 sales ranking: Fujifilm beats Sony
The big Japanese camera store Mapcamera shared the top 10 best-selling cameras and lenses of 2024.
December 31st, 2024 — Source

PetaPixel Writers Pick Their Favorite Stories of 2024
As we enjoy the final hours of 2024, it’s the perfect time to reflect on an exciting year of photography and reminisce about our favorite stories.
December 31st, 2024 — Source

RF 100-500 f/4.5-7.1L IS USM equivalent with internal zoom coming?
There has been a ton of talk for probably a year now about an RF 200-500mm f/4L IS USM, and in more recent months, there has also been talking of a lens that would "cannibalize sales of an existing RF lens," but that wouldn't be the aforementioned f/4L "big white."
December 31st, 2024 — Source

The 10 Best-Selling Cameras of 2024 at Map Camera in Japan
Map Camera, one of the largest photography retailers in Japan, published its annual breakdown of the 10 best-selling cameras of the year, including new and used models.
December 31st, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

The Best Trail Camera Photos of 2024
From an uncontacted tribe living deep in the Amazon rainforest to an animal previously believed to be extinct, trail cameras have captured some incredible images in 2024.
December 31st, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — December 30th, 2024

AI Images in 2024: Photography Strikes Back
At the end of 2023 it was beginning to look like AI images — a new and novel way of producing pictures — were an existential threat to photography. By the end of 2024, that threat had been extinguished somewhat.
December 30th, 2024 — Source

AI-Generated Images and Deepfakes Had Little Effect on 2024 Elections
Recent research has revealed that generative AI and deepfakes barely impacted the 2024 U.S. election as the images are just not good enough yet.
December 30th, 2024 — Source

Canon EOS R6 Mark III won't be announced ahead of CP+
The Canon EOS R6 Mark III has been talked about for quite some time, and it is coming in 2025. There has been some thought that we would see the camera announced ahead of CP+ in late February, but we're now being told not to expect an announcement until March at the earliest.
December 30th, 2024 — Source

Canon in 2024: The R5 II Is Canon's Best Mirrorless Camera Yet
Canon had a strong 2024, launching a new flagship camera, a highly anticipated (and excellent) sequel to the popular EOS R5, and a bunch of diverse new lenses.
December 30th, 2024 — Source

Curiosity: The Sony a7III is the most popular camera among professional photographers, according to a Shotkit survey
Shotkit asked 1,000 Photographers What Camera They Use in 2024, And here are the findings:
December 30th, 2024 — Source

How a Photographer Got Top Reuters Photo of Murder Suspect Luigi Mangione in Just 7 Seconds
Photographers waited hours — in cold rainy weather — for murder suspect Luigi Mangione to appear at the Blair County Courthouse in Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania.
December 30th, 2024 — Source

PetaPixel graded the Sony 2024 year with "A-"...but I disagree :)
Personally, I would rate Sony a little lower. In my opinion, Sony has done an almost perfect job with the lenses, apart from the fact that we are still missing some nice telephoto lenses. But when it comes to cameras, we should have gotten more. An RX1rIII successor would have been a real hit if it had been announced in 2024. Don't you agree?
December 30th, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — December 29th, 2024

9 Digital Cameras That Can Capture Film-Like Photos
Using vintage digital cameras has recently become a trend, particularly among Gen Z folks. It might only be a fad, but the imperfect images these cameras produce do give a different vibe that strikes a chord with certain people. Film is also enjoying a resurgence, with people enjoying that vintage, grainy look. Still, not everybody is onboard as film cameras are challenging to use. Developing a film is also expensive, and you can't find it just everywhere.
December 29th, 2024 — Source

Photographer's Adorable Series Shines a Light on Rescue Cats
A photographer who usually reserves her lens for dogs embarked on a project focusing on rescue cats and their stories.
December 29th, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — December 28th, 2024

Canon R5 Mark II Tops in December MAP Camera Rankings
The map camera ranking for December is out now. The best camera is the Canon 5 Mark II, and just below that, we have the Canon R1. Despite having a high price tag, the top two models are Canon, and just after that, we have a Sony A7C Mark II camera. Slowly but steadily, the Z50 II ranking is also rising. Right now, we have Z50 II at number 5.
December 28th, 2024 — Source

December best sellers at Yodobashi store: Sony 28-70mm GM takes the lead!
Capa Camera has published the best-selling devices of the first half of December in its Yodobashi store. It’s a good indicator about how the Christmas sales are going:
December 28th, 2024 — Source

Explora’s Top Camera Backpacks of the Year
Explora has listed the six best backpacks for photographers:
December 28th, 2024 — Source

I streamed with Logitech's Mevo Core camera, and it nearly beat out my $3,600 Canon
Logitech's modular Mevo Core is the camera that content creators and live streamers have been waiting for.
December 28th, 2024 — Source

iOS 18.2.1: When Will It Arrive?
Apple users are eagerly awaiting the release of iOS 18.2.1, which is expected to resolve several significant issues that have plagued iOS 18.2. Since the release of iOS 18.2, users have reported a range of problems, including:
December 28th, 2024 — Source

Just announced: new Pergear 12mm f/2.0 II APS-C E-mount manual focusing lens
Pergear announced the second generation 12mm f/2.0 II APS-C manual focusing lens . The new version improves on the following:
December 28th, 2024 — Source

Lomo’Instant Automat Wide Glass Review: Creative, Not Complicated
The Lomography Lomo’Instant Automat Wide Glass aims to be the best instant camera on the market, and in many ways, it lives up to this ambitious goal.
December 28th, 2024 — Source

Nikon in 2024: Z6 III and RED Acquisition Bolster Slower Year
After a torrid pace in 2023, during which time Nikon launched a pair of cameras and nine all-new lenses, the company slowed a bit this year, releasing just two new cameras and three lenses. Nonetheless, it was a strong year for the Japanese company and one that helped Nikon continue to claw back market share in the mirrorless era. Plus, Nikon bought RED, so there’s that.
December 28th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Sony Tidbits...
German review of the Tamron 90mm lens at Fotokoch Youtube. The Annual Airing of Grievances (Season 3 Finale) | The PetaPixel Podcast. Sony A1 II oder A9 III Was sind die Unterschiede? Welche Kamera behalte ich?
December 28th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

General — Photography — December 27th, 2024

Canon R5 Mark II review: a new hybrid king?
What can the 5D Mark II teach us about the R5 Mark II?
December 27th, 2024 — Source

Crazy wild rumor about a new 400-800mm f/8.0 GM lens
Guys, it’s vacation time and I need a break. So I figured I’d take the chance to post this crazy rumor I received from an anonymous source. I give it 0.000001% that it’s true. And I wonder why such a lens makes any sense at all! The “source” wrote:
December 27th, 2024 — Source

Explora’s Top Camera Backpacks of the Year
Explora has listed the six best backpacks for photographers:
December 27th, 2024 — Source

Sony in 2024: Sony Charts a Consistent and Effective Course as the Mirrorless Leader
Sony had a very solid year. Releasing two cameras and five lenses, Sony wasn’t quite as busy as in 2023 but busy enough to maintain its firm grip on the mirrorless camera segment.
December 27th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Top 10 Best Cameras Under $500 in 2025
Let’s discuss the best cameras in 2025 for under 500 dollars. The list is composed of the best mirrorless cameras, the best cameras for blogging, the best rugged cameras, and the best zoom cameras. We have tried to compose all the possible sets of cameras available under the 500-dollar price range, and all these cameras are among the best in their class. So just look through the list and select your best camera.
December 27th, 2024 — Source

UNICEF Photo of the Year Shared Between Israeli and Palestinian Photographers
For the first time in its 25-year history, the UNICEF Photo of the Year prize has been shared by two photographers covering different sides of the same conflict.
December 27th, 2024 — Source

US Air Force Employee ‘Secretly Took Photos of Kids to Make AI Child Porn Images’
A U.S. Air Force employee was arrested for secretly taking photos of children in order to create AI child abuse images.
December 27th, 2024 — Source

Who Owns Insta360 And Where Are The Cameras Made?
If social media and influencer culture have been good for any industry, it would have to be cameras. Platforms like Instagram and TikTok beg users to capture the world for all to see, whether it's through ridiculous stunts, random acts of kindness, scripted skits, or outlandish adventures. At the center of every parkour video and trending challenge post, a camera is there to absorb the moment so it can be replayed for all the world to witness.
December 27th, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — December 26th, 2024

The New Sony a1 II Has Better Dynamic Range Than the Original a1
Very shortly after publishing the dynamic range performance for Canon's latest flagship camera, the EOS R1, the prolific Bill Claff at Photons to Photos added Sony's new flagship, the a1 II, to his ever-expanding library.
December 26th, 2024 — Source

This Very Versatile 4×5 Film Camera Shoots Instax Wide and Works with Smartphones
Zhuoyao Chen and her partner are both large-format camera enthusiasts from China, now living in Tokyo, Japan. The pair, who especially enjoy landscape and portrait photography, have found existing large-format camera solutions lacking in certain key areas, so like many enthusiasts, they began custom-making cameras — and now one of these will be available to all as the Smartflex Camera.
December 26th, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — December 25th, 2024

Leica SL3-S Coming on January 16th
Leica SL3-S is Coming on January 16th. According to the latest rumors, the new addition to the sensitivity range will happen in January 2025. As we all know, Leica runs two different series of flagship cameras: the high-resolution series and the Sensitivity.
December 25th, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — December 20th, 2024

Fujifilm X100VI Teardown Reveals an Unusual Surprise
Infrared conversion specialist Kolari routinely shares teardowns of new cameras, such as the EOS R5 II in October, and the Nikon Z8 and Hasselblad X1D II 50C last year. The latest new camera to go under the surgical knife (or screwdriver) is the Fujifilm X100VI.
December 20th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Instagram Teases AI Editing Tool That Can Change 'Any Aspect of Your Video'
Instagram is rolling out a generative AI editing feature in 2025 that will enable users to "change nearly any aspect of your videos."
December 20th, 2024 — Source

'Never Say Never:' Fujifilm Exec Won't Close Door on Launching Film Camera
Amateur Photographer's editor, Nigel Atherton, recently chatted with Fujifilm with Theo Georgiades, general manager of Fujifilm Imaging Solutions UK, discussing a wide range of topics, including Fujifilm's product strategy, performance, and the resurgence of film photography.
December 20th, 2024 — Source

Panasonic in 2024: A Little Bit of Everything
Two companies are actively developing products for two distinct camera systems: Fujifilm and Panasonic. In Fujifilm's case, it's the APS-C X Series and the medium-format GFX System. For Panasonic, it's the Micro Four Thirds platform and the L-Mount system, which includes full-frame mirrorless cameras and lenses. We'll look at Fujifilm next week, but for now, the attention is on Panasonic and its rather interesting (and diverse) year of product launches.
December 20th, 2024 — Source

REVIEW/COMPARISON: Laowa FF II TS 55mm & 100mm f/2.8 Macro 1X
The Laowa FF II TS 55mm and 100mm f/2.8 Macro 1X lenses are true macro lenses, offering 1:1 magnification along with tilt-shift functionality that enhances control over the focal plane.
December 20th, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — December 16th, 2024

Blackmagic’s New 8K Camera for Apple Immersive Video is Pre-ordering Now for $30,000
Blackmagic Design has revealed full specs and details for its new URSA Cine Immersive camera, specially designed to shoot 8K VR180 footage for the Apple Immersive Video format. Pre-orders for the $30,000 camera are open now, with shipping planned for Q1 2025. A forthcoming update to DaVinci Resolve Studio (also made by Blackmagic) adds editing tools specifically for Apple Immersive Video, including support for calibration data from the camera.
December 16th, 2024 — Source or Source

Cool Ice Cave Portrait Wins Wedding Photography Of The Year Awards
The winning and highly-commended images from the eighth International Wedding Photography Of The Year Awards have been announced with the impressive finalists showcasing the very best from this demanding photography genre.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

First reviews of the new Samyang 35mm f/1.4 FE lens (lightest in it’s class)
The Samyang 35mm f1.4 AF Prima (600 euros) is an upgraded version from the Samyang 35mm F1.4 AF II (700 euros). it is cheaper, lighter, more compact, a bit sharper but has downgraded ergonomics Overall image quality is very good to excellent (on 33Mpix sensor) , color rendering, bokeh, background blur are very good. Improvement points are the sharpness wide open on 61Mpix, level of CA , Resistance to flare , Vignetting
December 16th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video or Watch Video

How To Remove Location Metadata From Photos On Android (And Why You Might Want To)
When you take a photo with your Android phone, the Camera app not only captures the image on your screen but also records additional information called metadata. This includes details such as your phone's model, the timestamp of the photo, and, most notably, the GPS coordinates of where it was taken. This information, also known as EXIF (Exchangeable Image File Format) data, can be useful for organizing your photos and revisiting cherished memories. However, it also presents significant privacy risks when you share those photos.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

In 2025 Sony will launch two new lenses that will be a “first” in the E-mount range!
I have had almost final confirmation of two new lenses coming from Sony. One is a prime and the other is a zoom. I hope to tell you more about them soon, but today I can tell you that both will not be a successor to existing lenses–they will be a “first” in the E-mount range ;)
December 16th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video or Watch Video

Instagram Head Warns About Highly Realistic AI-Generated Images
Instagram head Adam Mosseri cautioned users against trusting online images, noting that AI is “clearly producing” content that can be easily mistaken for reality.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

Kodak and Huf Team Up for Stylish Vintage-Inspired Streetwear Line and Colorful Ektar H35N Camera
Blending retro Kodak vibes and modern aesthetics, Kodak and skate and lifestyle brand Huf teamed up for a new line of apparel, accessories, a Huf-styled half-frame film camera, and even a film-inspired skateboard deck.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

ON1 Debuts Lightroom Plugin that Organizes and Edits Your Photos
Well-known photo software developer ON1 announced a brand new ON1 Pro brand. Designed to deliver products specifically for professional photography workflows, the first new application under the ON1 Pro brand is Lightpanel, an AI-driven app to help pros cull, review, and edit thousands of photos quickly and easily within Adobe Lightroom Classic.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

OpenAI Whistleblower Found Dead in San Francisco Apartment
A former OpenAI researcher who blew the whistle on the company’s data scraping practices — accusing it of violating copyright law — has been found dead in his San Francisco apartment.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

PetaPixel: The Best and Worst Camera Gear of 2024
Sigma and Sony E-mount lenses made a good job :)
December 16th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video or Watch Video

Thypoch is Bringing its Simera-C T1.5 Lens Series to M-Mount
Following this past October’s announcement of the Simera-C T1.5 series of cinema lenses for Sony E-mount, Thypoch announced the 21mm, 28mm, 35mm, 50mm, and 75mm lenses will also be available in Leica M-Mount.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

Tourist Hit by Oncoming Train While Taking Selfie on Tracks
A tourist, who attempted to take a selfie in front of a moving train, was brutally hit and knocked to the ground by the oncoming locomotive.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

Why You Probably Shouldn't Get Worked Up About NJ's Mysterious Drone Sightings
The news that something is happening in the skies over New Jersey is unavoidable. Online denizens are reporting mysterious lights and "drones" flying over their neighborhoods, and people have generally gotten worried that the drones belong to anyone from Iran to Russia to aliens planning a hostile takeover of Earth. Fortunately, like most unidentified aircraft sightings, it's almost definitely nothing to worry about if you do some research into how air traffic works and know what to look for.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — December 13th, 2024

Cosina’s New Voigtlander Nokton 28mm f/1.5 Is a Fast Full-Frame Prime
Cosina announced a new Voigtlander Nokton 28mm f/1.5 prime lens for full-frame Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras. The fast manual prime lens promises excellent optical performance and strong close-up capabilities.
December 13th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Fotodiox’s New Mamiya 6 to Fujifilm GFX Lens Adapter is the First of Its Kind
Fotodiox announced the Mamiya 6 to Fujifilm GFX Fusion adapter, which it says is the first-ever lens adapter that can electronically control Mamiya 6 lenses.
December 13th, 2024 — Source

Fuji X-E5 Camera Announcement on or Before August 2025
If you believe the latest rumors published on the web, the Fuji X-E5 camera will be available in the summer of 2025. Summer months in the USA are June, July, and August, so we will most probably have our camera on or before August 2025.
December 13th, 2024 — Source

Legacy of Japanese-American Photographer Celebrated After Tragic Death
Renowned Japanese-American photographer Yasuomi Hashimura is being remembered for his work, after he was fatally attacked by a stranger.
December 13th, 2024 — Source

Looking Glass’ Holographic Displays to Support iOS, Bringing Immersive 3D to More Users
Hologram hardware and software company Looking Glass, known for its spatial displays, announced new iOS support via Unity integration, enabling users to run real-time 3D media using just an iPhone or iPad, rather than super-powerful dedicated computers.
December 13th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Mars Perseverance Rover Climbs Out of Jezero Crater and Onto New Horizons
If you have been following the progress of NASA’s Mars Perseverance Rover, you will know that so far, it has exclusively been in the Jezero Crater, which is about 28 miles wide and was formed 3.9 billion years ago.
December 13th, 2024 — Source

Petapixel is betting high on Sony launching a 80 Megapixel Sony A7rVI and new RX1 in 2025
PetaPixel made a forecast for 2025 and thinks Sony will launch those two cameras:
December 13th, 2024 — Source

Photobucket Sued for Licensing Billions of Users’ Images to Train AI
Photobucket has been sued for licensing billions of users’ photos to train AI systems without their consent.
December 13th, 2024 — Source

San Francisco Names Street After Iconic Photographer Joe Rosenthal
Joe Rosenthal, the photographer who captured the iconic war image Raising the Flag on Iwo Jima, has had a block in downtown San Francisco named after him.
December 13th, 2024 — Source

Student Electrocuted While Posing for Photo in Park
A student suffered brain damage after she was electrocuted in a park while posing for a photo with her new Polaroid camera.
December 13th, 2024 — Source

The Bright and Colorful Geminids Meteor Shower Peaks This Weekend
The annual Geminid meteor shower peaks tonight and tomorrow, December 13 and 14. The impressive meteor shower is an excellent chance for photographers to get out and enjoy one of nature’s most beautiful spectacles, and get some fantastic shots, too.
December 13th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

The Voigtlander APO-Ultron 90mm f/2 Is an Extremely Compact Portrait Prime for M Mount
Alongside the Nokton 28mm f/1.5 Aspherical lens for E-mount cameras, Cosina announced a new fast, compact apochromatic portrait prime for rangefinder cameras. The Voigtlander APO-Ultron 90mm f/2 lens, available in VM mount, promises excellent optical performance in a portable design that does not obscure a rangefinder’s viewfinder frame.
December 13th, 2024 — Source

Why Samsung Should Have Stuck it Out In Photography
A decade ago, in the hallowed halls of the now defunct Photokina show in Cologne, Germany, photographers, journalists, editors, and all sorts of other industry movers and shakers were elbowing each other out of the way to get closer to a trade booth where a brand’s newly launched flagship models were being admired. But the most popular booth of 2014 didn’t belong to Sony, Nikon, or even Canon… it belonged to Samsung.
December 13th, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — December 10th, 2024

Canon to Expand Third-Party Autofocus Lens Options in 2025
According to the latest rumors surfaced over the web, we may see third-party lens options from Chinese lens makers in the year 2025. They are actively not only developing a wide range of autofocus lenses for brands like Sony E, Nikon Z, and Fuji X, they are also actively working on a collaboration with Canon RF Mount, one of the names that come in front of us is Viltrox.
December 10th, 2024 — Source

Canon's New $120 Custom Gridline Feature Requires Photographers Send Their Cameras in for Service
Canon joined the growing number of camera manufacturers making custom cropping guides available to high-volume photographers, such as school portrait photographers. Like others, Canon is charging an upgrade fee for using custom gridlines. However, Canon is the first to require a camera to be sent to a service center for the upgrade.
December 10th, 2024 — Source

Julian Lennon Looks Back at His Life in New Photo Book
Julian Lennon, the son of former Beatle John, is best known for his music career that began in the 1980s, but he is also an accomplished photographer reflected in a new retrospective Life's Fragile Moments.
December 10th, 2024 — Source

Imagen's Newest Feature Promises Faster Image Processing and Delivery
Imagen's new AI-powered feature is designed to simplify photographers' post-production workflows.
December 10th, 2024 — Source

In The End, It Was a Good Old-Fashioned Photo That Led to Arrest of UnitedHealthcare CEO Shooter
Despite the police's use of facial recognition technology, AI, and drones, it was a photograph that helped police catch the man suspected of killing the UnitedHealthcare CEO.
December 10th, 2024 — Source

New Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 APS-C E-mount lens will be released on December 18th
Viltrox announced the launch of this lens for next week on December 18.
December 10th, 2024 — Source

Nokia launches the world's first 8K 360-degree camera with 5G
Nokia, once a big name in the mobile industry, has now launched the world's first 5G 360-degree 8K camera for industrial use. This camera is perfect for harsh environments and has some amazing features to keep the software and hardware safe for data protection.
December 10th, 2024 — Source

Nikon Z50 II Review
Announced in November 2024, the new Z50 II is Nikon's latest mirrorless camera with a cropped APS-C sensor. It replaces the original Z50 model that was released back in 2019.
December 10th, 2024 — Source

Shutterstock Chief Says AI Needs Photographers to Survive
A Shutterstock director has exclusively told PetaPixel that photographers have a "vital role" to play in the future of AI technology.
December 10th, 2024 — Source

Sony 2025 camera roadmap: A7V, FX3II and 100 Megapixel Sony A7rVI?
Guys, it's time to share my opinion on Sony's possible camera roadmap for 2025. Some things I'm sure about, some things I'm skeptical about, and some things I'm very skeptical about. For starters, I'm pretty sure we'll get more cameras in 2025 than 2024 (A1II and ZV-E10II only). This is a possible list of cameras that could be announced based on the usual Sony release cycle:
December 10th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

General — Photography — December 6th, 2024

7Artisans teases the launch of a new compact FE lens: 35mm or 40mm f/2.8
7Artisans posted this image teaser on Weibo. Could be the 35mm or 40mm f/2.8 FE autofocus lens they teased some time ago:
December 6th, 2024 — Source

2024 Canon EOS R | Canon PowerShot Camera Rumors
We should see some of the following highly anticipated / speculated Canon EOS R / Canon PowerShot Cameras / RF / RF-S Lenses released during 2024 / 2025.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

Best Lenses for Nikon Z50 II in 2025
Let's go to the best lenses for the Nikon Z50 Mark II camera, starting from the wide-angle lenses to primes and then telephoto primes. We will discuss each and every lens and their uses, so let's begin the guide.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

Bizarre Photos of Homemade Windmills in Nebraska From the 1800s
A historic set of previously unseen photos showing homemade windmills in Nebraska have been digitized from the U.S. National Archive.
December 6th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Canon UK drops cashbacks on Canon gear, it's now an instant rebates program
Canon UK has decided to do away with Cashbacks on their discounted gear, and they have switched it to cashbacks. So that will take some time out of your life to receive the funds after purchase.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

DJI Air 3S Review: Major Upgrades Elevate A Familiar Drone
The new DJI Air 3S represents DJI's mid-generation refresh of their midrange drone. Originating with the Mavic Air before dropping the Mavic monicker, the Air series of drones sits right below flagship models such as the Mavic 3 Pro and the Mavic Classic, yet offers more advanced features than drones such as the Mini 4 Pro or DJI Neo. On the surface, it appears quite similar to its predecessor, yet below the hood lurk serious upgrades that could make the Air 3S a far greater contender than it might appear at face value.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

Excire Foto 2025 Promises to Dramatically Speed Up Photo Culling and Organization
German artificial intelligence software company PRC announced the latest version of its AI-powered photo management program, Excire Foto 2025. The software promises to help photographers, even those with massive image libraries, keep their photos organized. The app also uses AI to help photographers with one of the most arduous tasks of all: culling.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

Featured Friday Items for December 6th
It's officially less than 20 days from Christmas, so while this isn't really a buyer's guide for Christmas, it's never a bad idea to have that in the back of your mind for your own photography gift list, or to purchase for that photography person in your life.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

Good news: Sony officially registered a new camera in China and this might be the Sony A7V coming in early 2025
It's official, folks! Sony has registered a new camera with the code "WW773396" in China. It has dual-band Wifi support 2.4G/5.1GHz That means it:
December 6th, 2024 — Source

Lexar Rolls Out Two Affordable, High-Capacity, Portable SSDs
Lexar announced two new portable SSDs today, each with a maximum 2TB capacity and the promise of high-speed transfer speeds via USB 3.2 Gen 2. Both are also under $200, making them a compelling option for the traveling photographer or as an on-site backup option.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

Missing Local News Photographer Found Dead Inside His Vehicle
A missing local news photographer has been found dead in his vehicle in Houston outside a Burger King.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

Rode Creator of the Year Award Winners Include Photo and Tech YouTuber Becca Farsace
In September, Rode announced the $250,000 Creator of the Year Awards. The competition awarded creators across 22 categories, including one overall winner, Gawx Art, taking home $20,000 in cash and $30,000 worth of prizes. Rode has announced winners, including a familiar face and friend of PetaPixel, Becca Farsace.
December 6th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

See How and What You Photographed in 2024 With Google Photos' 2024 Recap
With 2024 winding down, various apps and services are launching "year in review" recaps. Many people have first-hand experience with this feature with music streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music. Some photo-oriented platforms do it, too, including Google Photos, as of this year.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

Stock Notice: Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Z at B&H Photo
B&H Photo has the white variant of the Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Z in-stock and ready to ship in limited quantities. You can grab one for the low low price of $2999 (Reg $2999).
December 6th, 2024 — Source

Suspect Steals Trail Camera From Home and Then Takes Selfie With It
A suspect allegedly broke into a house, stole a homeowner's trail camera, and then foolishly took a selfie with it.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

The 'Perfect' Travel Camera Might Not Be One Camera, But Three
For years, my wife and I have been aimlessly stuck in a first-world conundrum. We enjoy traveling, and like most folks, we enjoy capturing photos and videos of our trips as keepsakes that remind us of the tremendous experiences we have been fortunate to have. But whenever we have considered buying a dedicated camera for our travels, we just haven't been able to pull the trigger.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

The History of Leica versus Zeiss and the Battle of the Rangefinders
For several decades, there were two big names — both of which happened to be German — in the 35mm camera world that stood like skyscrapers among all companies. You've undoubtedly heard of both of them: Carl Zeiss and Leitz Camera, more commonly known as Zeiss and Leica.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

US Appeals Court Upholds TikTok Ban Law
A US federal appeals court today upheld the law passed earlier this year that requires ByteDance, a China-based company, to sell TikTok or face a ban.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

Wex Photo UK: Check out their inventory of used Canon RF gear
Wex Photo has a large inventory of used Canon RF gear. There are a few items on sale and full-frame RF mount cameras start at £689 for the original EOS R, which is still a very capable camera.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

What the Curious Case of the Pentax K-1 Tells Us About Photography (and Photographers)
Despite being ahead of its time, the Pentax K-1 (and its Mark II upgrade) was a camera system that promised so much yet appears to have run out of road. Born seemingly from an R&D department whose chains had been freed, the engineers went wild, strayed off-script, and produced a camera full of innovation.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — December 2nd, 2024

5 Of The Best Non-DJI Drones, According To Professional Reviews
If you've watched videos posted to the various social media platforms from nearly any content creator in the last couple of years you've no doubt seen some fantastic drone footage. Those creators don't use the same Unmanned Aerial Systems as the United States military's drones, but they're still pretty high tech.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

2024 Canon EOS R | Canon PowerShot Camera Rumors
We should see some of the following highly anticipated / speculated Canon EOS R / Canon PowerShot Cameras / RF / RF-S Lenses released during 2024 / 2025.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

Canon EOS Shutter | Actuation Count Software Utilities
For determining Canon EOS / EOS R shutter count / shutter actuations it is required to use external apps / software utilities.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

Canon R1 vs. Nikon Z9 vs. Sony a1 II comparison by PetaPixelTV: “The Sony is still the most versatile camera”
Chris and Jordan from PetapixelTV compared the three top cameras. In the end, the Sony is still the ‘most versatile’ camera of the three.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Fujifilm to bring a fixed lens 100MP GFX rangefinder style camera in 2025
The rumors look to be true, Fuji will introduced a fixed lens rangefinder style GFX camera with a 100MP “medium format” sensor in the first quarter of 2025. The camera will reportedly sport a 35mm f/4 lens (28mm f/3.2 DOF equivalent). There will be no IBIS in the camera, but that probably won't matter much to the people that will be interested in such a camera.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

Intro: Canon Camera News 2025
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December 2nd, 2024 — Source

Man Arrested Over Viral TikTok Videos of Women Filmed on Nights Out
A man has been arrested for filming women on nights out without their consent and sharing the footage in viral TikTok videos.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

Nearly 20 Years Later, the Nikon D200’s 10MP CCD Sensor Still Shines
Slotting in between Nikon’s entry-level DSLR models and its professional cameras, which were also APS-C at the time (Nikon’s first full-frame camera, the D3, wouldn’t arrive until 2007), the Nikon D200 is a camera built for enthusiasts and semi-professionals. As Laing describes it, the D200 is a “step-up over the more consumer-focused double-digit models like the D70 or D80, and a taste of the single digit pro bodies like the D1 or D2 without their cost or heft.”
December 2nd, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

New Canon EOS R3 Mark II Rumors & Announcement Updates
Canon is indeed 'planning' to release an EOS R3 Mark II camera, which is expected to be the successor to the impressive EOS R3. The original EOS R3, introduced in 2021, was a powerful blend of old-school design and cutting-edge technology. Let’s dive into what we know so far:
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

New Canon EOS R9 Rumors & Announcement Updates
While there’s no official confirmation yet, Canon enthusiasts are buzzing about the possibility of a Canon EOS R9. Positioned between the EOS R7 and EOS R10 in terms of price, this mirrorless camera could offer a different form factor and might omit a built-in viewfinder.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

New Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark IV Rumors & Announcement Update
As of now, there isn’t an official announcement regarding the Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark IV. However, let’s explore the existing rumors and possibilities:
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

Nikon Indicates Its APS-C Lens Strategy Is Focused on Entry-Level
Some of Nikon’s most popular and performant DSLRs used the smaller DX format — Nikon’s term for an APS-C sensor. But as it shifted its strategy to mirrorless, all of its high-end cameras use the FX, or full-frame format.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

Nikon’s Stylish Heralbony Zfc Cameras Are Coming to the US
Earlier this year, Nikon announced limited edition Zfc models in collaboration with Heralbony, a Japanese art agency that works and promotes art from neurodiverse artists. The formerly Japan-only cameras are now coming to the United States.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

Northern Lights Photographer of the Year Showcases One of the Best Aurora Years Ever
Capture the Atlas‘ Northern Lights Photographer of the Year competition always features spectacular aurora photos, but this year’s seventh annual edition is especially incredible thanks to exceptional solar conditions in 2024.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

Norwegian Photo Chain Foto.No Reports Bankruptcy After 37 Years Of Trading
The future of Norwegian camera chain Foto.no is looking far from clear after reports the company is bankrupt with considerable debts and stores closed with the shutters down.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

Photographer Calls Out F1 Driver for Having Bad Vibes
A Formula 1 photographer has called out one of the drivers, Alex Albon, for looking down on his profession while revealing he’s stopped taking photos of him.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Photographer Captures Mysterious Blue Light During Avalanche
When Chinese astrophotographer Shengyu Li was setting up his camera and tripod to capture star trails, he unexpectedly saw something else entirely: a mysterious blue light emanating from an avalanche.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

Researchers develop hyper-sampling imaging to deliver ultra-high-resolution images
A research team led by Prof. Zhang Ze from the Aerospace Information Research Institute (AIR) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has developed a hyper-sampling imaging (HSI) technology that enhances the image quality and resolution of digital imaging systems.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

Saddle Up, Partner: Latest Retrospekt x Hello Kitty Collab Goes Western
Milwaukee-based Retrospekt reignited its relationship with Sanrio for a new Hello Kitty collaboration. This time, Retrospekt and Sanrio are back in the saddle for the Hello Kitty “Howdy Partner” collection, comprising a trio of new analog photography products, including a 35mm film camera.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

The ASMP Names Thomas Maddrey as Its New CEO as it Enters 80th Year
The Board of Directors of the American Society of Media Photographers (ASMP) unanimously selected ASMP Chief Legal Officer Thomas Maddrey to serve as its new CEO, the organization announced today. He will assume the position on December 14.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

The Keks KF-01 is a Simple, Compact Flash Designed for Film Photographers
Keks announced the KF-01 hot-shoe flash, a simple and compact on-camera strobe that it says is a “perfect blend of timeless design and simplicity” that is “designed for the film photographer.”
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

TikTok Will Ban Teenagers From Using Beauty Filters
TikTok will ban teenagers from using beauty filters amid concerns about the dangerous impact on younger users’ mental health.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

Tourist Swept to Death By Giant Wave After Filming Herself Doing Yoga on Rocks
A tourist was swept to her death by a giant wave after filming herself doing yoga from rocks on a beach.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

Vote For the Camera of the Year 2024: People’s Choice Awards
For the last several years, PetaPixel has published its awards for the best cameras, lenses, smartphones, and more. This year, we’re expanding the PetaPixel Awards with a new category: People’s Choice.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — December 1st, 2024

Fuji GFX100 RF Specification and Arrival Date
After the phenomenal success of the Fuji X100 VI series cameras, Fuji will soon release a medium-format compact camera. The name of the upcoming Fuji Medium format compact camera Fuji is about to announce its medium format compact camera soon, so this will be the world's first medium format compact camera ever announced by a camera maker.
December 1st, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — November 30th, 2024

11 Mistakes You Might Be Making When Installing Security Cameras In Your Home
When it comes to buying security cameras for your home, there is a lot to consider. How big is your home, how many cameras do you need, is your Wi-Fi strong enough for multiple cameras, and just how much is it all going to cost?
November 30th, 2024 — Source

Canon R1 versus Nikon Z9 versus Sony a1 II: 2024 Flagship Camera Review
Now that Canon has released the R1 and Sony has updated its a1 II platform, the Nikon Z9 has stiff competition. The title of "flagship camera" represents the pinnacle of each company's technological abilities and becomes the outward face of that company for all to judge. Should a flagship camera be able to handle anything that is thrown at it? And is there such a thing as a "best" right now?
November 30th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Canon R7 Mark II with 4k 120 fps Coming - More Confirmation
Canon will add 4K 120fps video recording capability to Canon R6 III as well as Canon R7 Mark II in 2025. According to the latest rumors, Canon is testing out the Canon R7 Mark II camera body prototypes, here is what surfaced over the web a while ago. "Despite the tech. designed to maintain DR and low-light performance, the sensor readout speed is impressively fast. With the Digic accelerator, it supports 4K at 120 FPS, but cropping happens in HQ mode. However, is that when you enable pixel binning, you can record 4K at 120 FPS without any cropping.
November 30th, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — November 29th, 2024

Review of the new OWC Atlas Pro 4.0 CFexpress Type A
Looking at OWC's documentation, you will see that the Atlas Pro cards are tested to offer 400 MB/s sustained write speeds. That is more than enough for all the cameras that currently support Type A cards. There is one note with speed. Technically, the Atlas Pro cards are only rated to VPG200. This is more than enough for even the top high frame rate options of the FX3 and FX6 even though they might not be rated at the top speeds of competing cards. The CFexpress 4.0 technology more than makes up for this with real-world performance. Per OWC, these cards are designed for sequential writes since that is how cameras operate.
November 29th, 2024 — Source

The best instant cameras for 2024
Fujifilm, Polaroid and others offer a wide range of prices and features.
November 29th, 2024 — Source

The Story of Roger Fenton: The World's First War Photographer
Roger Fenton is best known for Valley of the Shadow of Death, one of the oldest-known photos depicting war. His relatively short 10-year photography career sparked accusations that he was a government propagandist while simultaneously being praised as one of the medium's pioneers.
November 29th, 2024 — Source

Vintage digicams aren't just a fad. They're an artistic statement.
In the age of AI images, some photographers are embracing the quirky flaws of vintage digital cameras.
November 29th, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — November 27th, 2024

6 Ways to Expand Your Creativity According to a Pro Photographer
Over the last decade, photographer Erin Sullivan has built an impressive travel photography portfolio by embracing creativity in both traditional and unconventional ways. Erin Outdoors, as she is more widely known, has inspired countless photographers and travelers alike to explore their artistic potential by learning how to expand their creativity.
November 27th, 2024 — Source

Australia Passes 'World-First' Bill to Ban Social Media for Kids Under 16
Australia's House of Representatives passed a landmark bill that would ban children younger than 16 years old from using social media.
November 27th, 2024 — Source

Dazzling 'Fish Wormhole' Photo Wins 5th Annual ViewSonic ColorPro Awards
Display company ViewSonic unveiled the winners of its fifth annual ColorPro Awards, a global competition celebrating the visual arts, including spectacular photography. Photographers and other artists from over 100 countries entered nearly 10,500 artworks into the contest, themed around "Momentum."
November 27th, 2024 — Source

Grading Every Camera Maker: 2024 Final Review | The PetaPixel Podcast
In July, The PetaPixel Podcast team was joined by Camera Labs' Gordon Laing to give mid-term grades to every major camera and lens manufacturer. Now that the year has ended, it's time for them all to get graded on their finals.
November 27th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Influencer Sues Another Influencer for Stealing Her Photo 'Aesthetic' in Landmark Case
An influencer is suing another influencer for copying her "aesthetic" in photos and videos on social media — in a case that may upend how copyright protections work in the content creation industry.
November 27th, 2024 — Source

Kodak Temporarily Pauses All Film Production
During a Q3 2024 quarterly earnings call on November 13, Eastman Kodak's CEO Jim Continenza revealed that the move is so that the company is better equipped to deal with the increased demand for film.
November 27th, 2024 — Source

LumaFusion's Renamed 'Creator Pass' Subscription Adds Four Major Features
LumaTouch announced a significant update to Storyblocks for LumaFusion, adding new features, including Multicam Studio and Speed Ramping, at no additional cost to subscribers. With this feature expansion, the company is also renaming the Storyblocks for LumaFusion subscription to the LumaFusion "Creator Pass."
November 27th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Nikon RED Cinema Camera Coming in Q4 2025 - Latest Rumor
According to the latest information on the web, Nikon engineers are working rigorously to bring out the next generation of Red cinema cameras under Nikon's branding with 8K recording capability paired with the Z-mount / optional PL-Mount. The Working Prototypes of the cameras are under extensive testing, Design wise its inspired by the RED V-Raptor.
November 27th, 2024 — Source

The best gifts for photographers and videographers
These are our favorite cameras, bags, tripods and more that make great gifts.
November 27th, 2024 — Source

The Best Leica M Lenses That Won't Break the Bank
Leica M-mount cameras and lenses are legendary for their precision craftsmanship and stunning image quality. But let's face it — Leica glass can be intimidatingly expensive. If you're dreaming of getting the most out of your Leica setup — whether it be digital or analog — without spending a small fortune, you're in the right place.
November 27th, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — November 25th, 2024

Aerial Photographer Killed in Plane Crash During Training Exercise
A photographer and a pilot were killed after a Civil Air Patrol plane crashed while conducting an aerial photography training exercise this weekend.
November 25th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

AI Tool Takes Old Photos and Breathes Life Into Them
A new AI tool will bring old family photos to life by animating the people in them. Allowing users to “relive your favorite memories by turning any photo into a short video clip.”
November 25th, 2024 — Source

Billionaire Wins Court Battle Against Meta Over His Image in Deepfake Ads
Polish billionaire Rafal Brzoska says he has won his court battle against Meta over the use of his image in AI-generated deepfake ads.
November 25th, 2024 — Source

Dear sources… can you give us some more insights into the roadmap for 2025? A7V, As7IV, FX3II and so on :)
The past weeks I got a ton of messages from new and trusted sources. Among those messages there were also multiple confirmations on the Sony A7V launch happening in 2025. While we are here I am kindly asking the sources to answer me those questions:
November 25th, 2024 — Source

Canon Eyes Nikon’s Popular Compact Telephoto Lenses With New Patents
Newly filed patents in Japan suggest Canon is, at the very least, considering bringing new telephoto and super-telephoto prime lenses to its EOS R mirrorless camera system, with numerous designs promising relatively compact and lightweight alternatives to exotic lenses.
November 25th, 2024 — Source

FilmNeverDie’s $230 Nana is a New Metal 35mm Film Point-and-Shoot
While slightly delayed from its original June 2024 target date, FilmNeverDie’s Nana 35mm point-and-shoot camera is available worldwide. The passion project from founder Gary Wong appeared for pre-order just over a year ago.
November 25th, 2024 — Source

Freelance Photographer Arrested for Alleged Role in 2021 Capitol Riot
A freelance photographer was arrested for allegedly being part of the mob that attacked the U.S. Capitol during the January 6 riots.
November 25th, 2024 — Source

Gray Wolves Seen on Camera in California National Park For First Time in 100 Years
A camera trap set up by California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) shows the original breeding female gray wolf of the Lassen pack in October 2015. Park officials have not released the camera footage of the gray wolf pack filmed last month.
November 25th, 2024 — Source

I Was Cast as a Photographer in a Historical Movie About a Maryland Town
Boomtown is a local independent movie by Big Picture Media. It chronicles key moments in the history of downtown Frederick, Maryland through the lens of the Frederick News Post and their first African American chief photographer, Amos Brown.
November 25th, 2024 — Source

Leaked images of the new DJI Mic Mini microphone (to be announced tomorrow)
Tomorrow (Tuesday 26) DJI will announce the new DJI Mic Mini microphone. Images and specs have already been leaked:
November 25th, 2024 — Source

Luma AI Revamps its Dream Machine Video Generator Letting Users Create Clips From Images
Luma Labs has given its Dream Machine AI video generator a makeover by introducing a new text-to-image foundation model called Photon.
November 25th, 2024 — Source

One-of-a-Kind Leica Camera Sells for $3.8 Million at Auction
The first OstLicht camera auction on Chinese soil included some heavy hitters, including a one-of-a-kind Leica camera that sold for an incredible record sum of 3.62 million euros, or just about $3.8 million.
November 25th, 2024 — Source

Patent Application: Super Telephoto Primes
In this patent application (2024-163673), Canon is exploring some lesser-quality super telephoto primes. Could be good news for us peons that don't want to drop 5 digits on a super-telephoto prime.
November 25th, 2024 — Source

Radiant Photo 2 Uses AI to Improve Image Editing Without Taking Control from Photographers
Radiant Imaging Labs announced the launch of Radiant Photo 2, the latest major release of the company’s photo editing software built to preserve color and help photographers get the most from their images.
November 25th, 2024 — Source

SmallRig has launched accessories for the Canon EOS R5 Mark II
SmallRig has launched a bunch of accessories for the Canon EOS R5 Mark II, these include cages and brackets. We have already been more than happy with these sorts of SmallRig accessories and use them almost daily.
November 25th, 2024 — Source

The Boya Mini Is the World’s Tiniest Wireless Mic
Boya unveiled the Boya Mini, a tiny wireless microphone with a USB-C or Lightning connection that promises studio-quality sound in the field.
November 25th, 2024 — Source

William Eggleston Print Sells for $1.44 Million at Auction
A print of William Eggleston’s has set a new record for the highest price achieved by the photographer after it was sold at a Christie’s New York auction.
November 25th, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — November 24th, 2024

Interview with Sony photographer and Zeiss ambassador Greg Watermann
Sony photographer and Zeiss ambassador Greg Watermann has been interviewed by Zeiss. And he also shot this new music video with the Zeiss Nano primes on the Sony a7SIII:
November 24th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

PetaPixel: Sony Has the Problem Every Competitor Wants: Its Flagship Was Too Good to Follow
When Sony announced the a1 II at its Creative Space event earlier this week, the camera was met with a slight buzz in the room. When Sony unveiled its incredible new FE 28-70mm f/2 GM lens, the room erupted. It's not often that a new lens sucks up all the air in a room, especially not when a flagship camera is also announced.The original a1's excellence is primarily to blame. The a9 III can also take some responsibility for the tepid response to the a1 II because it is the new measuring stick by which Sony camera announcements will be measured, fairly or not.
November 24th, 2024 — Source

Sony Has Nearly Every Lens It Needs, Now It's Time to Get Weird
With the debut of the Sony 28-70mm f/2 GM lens this week, Sony now has 56 full-frame lenses and 77 total E-mount lenses. That is a lot of lenses — by far the most among all full-frame camera systems and as the 28-70mm f/2 shows, Sony is finally free to experiment more.
November 24th, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — November 23rd, 2024

Sony 28-70mm youtuber reviews roundup
Sony A1II at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, BestBuy, FotoErhardt, FotoKoch, Calumet, WexUK, Clifton, CameraPro. Sony Australia. Sony 28-70mm f/2.0 GM at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, BestBuy, FotoErhardt, Fotokoch, Calumet, WexUK, Clifton, CameraPro. Sony Australia.
November 23rd, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Sony A1 versus A1 Mark II: 15 Major Upgrades You Need to Know
Sony A1 Mark II camera has been updated, and many new features have been added to it. In this particular article, we are going to discuss the set of updated features one by one. The total number of updates we have in the newest version of this camera is 15. So, let's start with a comparison table that will let you know the type of updates and the differences we have between the first and second generation of this camera.
November 23rd, 2024 — Source

Xiaomi 15 Ultra Rumors: What the Next Photography Powerhouse Might Bring
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra was an incredible camera phone. Here's what we might see from the follow-up model.
November 23rd, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — November 21st, 2024

Asked ChatGPT why I should upgrade from the A1 to the A1II
I asked ChatGPT to analyze all the reviews and YouTube videos. And then I asked two questions that are on everyone's mind here:
November 21st, 2024 — Source

Band Photographer Awarded $18 Million After Being Crushed by Forklift at Concert
A band photographer received a $18 million settlement after being crushed by a forklift following a Green Day concert.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

Behind the Tip-Off: The Making of the NBA's 2025 Ad Campaign
Some advertising photographers equate the degree of stress during a high-profile shoot as a metric of their skill as a photographer: If you're stressed, then perhaps you were unprepared or lacked knowledge, they might say. I don't think that's always the case, as sometimes the extreme challenge of a complicated image requires stress to realize its full creative potential.
November 21st, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Bride Spends Thousands on Wedding Photos, Only to Find One Detail Ruined Them
A bride has gone viral after revealing how a small detail ruined all her wedding pictures, which had cost her thousands of dollars.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

Cosina's 25th Anniversary Voigtlander APO-Lanthar 50mm f/3.5 VM Comes in Three Gorgeous Colors
Cosina will release three limited edition Voigtlander APO-Lanthar 50mm f/3.5 VM Limited lenses next month, and all three feature striking, unusual colorways.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

First leaked images of the soon to be announced new Samyang AF35mm F1.4 P FE
Samyang will soon announce the first lens with the "P" mark. It will be the 35mm F1.4 P autofocus Full Frame E-mount. It is not yet clear what the "P" stands for but this lens will have a special new lightweight construction.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

How a Series of Selfies Led to a Killer's Conviction
A series of selfies taken by a murderer helped a prosecution build a damning case against him and put the killer behind bars.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

Influencer Falls to Death From Moving Car While Filming Selfie Video
An influencer was killed this week after falling out of a moving car as she filmed a selfie video.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

ISS Camera Captures the Moment Starship Rocket Launches From Texas
A camera attached to the International Space Station (ISS) captured the view from orbit as SpaceX launched its massive Starship rocket on Tuesday.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

Landscape Photographer of the Year Inspire Wanderlust
Canadian Andrew Mielzynski has been crowned International Landscape Photographer of the Year 2024.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

Leica's New Glossy Black Paint M11 and Noctilux-M 50mm f/1.2 ASPH. Age with Style
One day after announcing its highest revenue ever, Leica unveiled new, glossy black editions of its M11 digital rangefinder camera and popular Noctilux-M 50mm f/1.2 ASPH. lens.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

Nikon and Gatson Luga Partner Again, Pair the Z50 II with a Crossbody Messenger
Earlier this year, Nikon announced a partnership with lifestyle brand Gaston Luga, pairing a stylish backpack with the Zf. That partnership continues today with the announcement that the new Z50 II can be paired with a Gaston Luga crossbody messenger bag.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

Sony A1 II Announced, BUT....
 
November 21st, 2024 — Source

Tamron Clarifies That It Hasn't 'Shut the Door' on Making Prime Lenses
In October, Jean-Christophe Thiry, the President of Tamron France, spoke with Phototrend and said that the company was "focused on our strength with zooms." The language sounded as though it closed the door on primes, but Thiry and Tamron have clarified this isn't the case.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

The Artistry of Self: The Life and Work of Photographer Jimmy Nelson
English photographer Jimmy Nelson, best known for his portraits of tribal and indigenous peoples, was recently announced as the winner of the $100,000 Special Appreciation Award at HIPA, the world's most lucrative photography competition backed by the crown prince of Dubai. PetaPixel sat down with Nelson to talk about the prize, his life, and his inspiring career.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

This Is the First-Ever Close-Up Image of a Star Outside the Milky Way Galaxy
"This is an image of the star WOH G64, taken by the GRAVITY instrument on the European Southern Observatory's Very Large Telescope Interferometer (ESO's VLTI). This is the first close-up picture of a star outside our own galaxy, the Milky Way. The star is located in the Large Magellanic Cloud, over 160,000 light-years away. The bright oval at the center of this image is a dusty cocoon that enshrouds the star. A fainter elliptical ring around it could be the inner rim of a dusty torus, but more observations are needed to confirm this feature."
November 21st, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — November 18th, 2024

5 Of The Best Camera Lens Cleaning Kits (According To User Reviews)
From entry-level offerings to high-end digital shooters, you can buy some of the best DSLR cameras at every price point. Being able to swap lenses is what makes a professional DSLR or mirrorless camera incredibly versatile in ways that smartphone cameras still can't fully match.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

AI Polar Bear Video Fools People and Enrages Photographers
An AI-generated video of a polar bear “being rescued” has spread across the internet like wildfire leaving many confused and frustrated.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Facebook Changes its Primary Metric to ‘Views’ for Photos
Facebook is making “views” its primary metric for photos, text posts, and videos.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

How the Defunct APEX System Inspired Aperture and Shutter Priority Modes
Photography is an art and science deeply rooted in the manipulation of light. From the earliest days of the camera obscura to the digital age, photographers have sought to control exposure—the amount of light that reaches the camera sensor or film—to create compelling images. Central to this control are the variables of aperture, shutter speed, and ISO (no, ISO does not actually change the sensitivity but nevertheless plays an integral role in exposure choices).
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Nikon Z50 II vs. Sony ZV-E10 II
Let’s Compare the Sony ZV-E10 II and the Nikon Z50 II. The big question is, which one is better for your own personal requirements and your budget too? So, we are going to compare the major differences between the two, and you have to keep your requirements in mind. Every time we compare the major specs of the cameras, here we are also analyzing that particular spec in our conclusion and verdict part. Jump in and find out the best camera for you!
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Photographer Brings 113-Year-Old 3D Camera Back to Life With 3D Printing
In the dim glow of his workshop, Markus Hofstätter cradled a relic from the past—a 113-year-old 3D camera.
November 18th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Redesigning Photography with AI-Enhanced Metalenses
Optics and artificial intelligence have converged to create a new imaging system that could transform photography.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Samsung's ISOCELL ALoP camera tech introduces compact innovation for telephoto lenses
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November 18th, 2024 — Source

US Employee Sues Over ‘Hidden Camera’ Aimed at Her Office Desk
A woman has sued her U.S. employer, alleging that the company aimed a hidden camera at her office desk to monitor her work.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Xiaomi 14T Pro Review: Pushing Xiaomi into Exciting New Territory
The Xiaomi 14T Pro is a smartphone that takes better photos than the price indicates, pushing this device into something performative between mid-range and flagship territory. Xiaomi’s T Series continues to mature, and the partnership with Leica is a driving factor.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — November 17th, 2024

After 20+ years, Apple is finally making another dedicated camera - but the wrong kind
Although some Apple nerds will be Quick to Take you on a journey down memory lane to tell you Apple has already made a "real camera", most people have no idea the "Apple QuickTake 100" ever existed.
November 17th, 2024 — Source

Review: Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.8 S
The Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.8 S is a short telephoto lens that delivers excellent background blur thanks to its large aperture. While it's ideal for portrait photography, it can also be effectively used for landscape and street photography, thanks to its relatively wide field of view for a telephoto lens. This professional-grade lens is designed for both professionals and enthusiasts.
November 17th, 2024 — Source

Sony a9 III Sensor test by DxO: "stands out as an impressive alternative"
From a technical perspective, Sony's rapid iteration of its cameras is truly remarkable. The introduction of the innovative global shutter sensor in the Sony a9 III offers clear advantages for action and sports photographers. This sensor is highly optimized for operational speed, enabling not just high-speed capture while also supporting autofocus (AF), auto exposure (AE), but also flash synchronization up to 1/80,000 second shutter speed. However, there is a slight trade-off in terms of image quality, with a modest reduction in color depth and dynamic range. As this primarily occurs at low ISOs, it may not be a significant concern. Even if the Sony a9 II and Canon EOS R3 remain competitive in image quality across the sensitivity range, the Sony a9 III still stands out as an impressive alternative. The global shutter sensor greatly enhances the versatility of the Sony a9 III, making it a compelling choice for fast-action photographers.
November 17th, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — November 16th, 2024

Canon EOS R1 Review: A Flagship Made For a Select Few
My first experience with the Canon EOS R1 was in the sweltering heat of Phoenix, Arizona with a pre-production unit. There is of course, only so much that you can test with a pre-production unit under predefined conditions.
November 16th, 2024 — Source

Canon Compact Camera Breakthrough: This Patent Hints at the Ultimate Hybrid Design!
After reading this patent, we were really very much surprised that Canon is still working on their compact cameras. Specifically, I am talking about the G7 X series STYLE compacts, which were made for content creation and photography. The new generation of G7 X-style compacts in the patent features a unique electronic viewfinder design that we have never seen before. And Even some of them features DUAL DISPLAY along with EVF.
November 16th, 2024 — Source

Curiosity: Optor exhibited a new 100mm lens that is just 5mm thick!
A metalens is a device that can achieve the same effect as a regular lens by arranging cylindrical lenses on a flat surface. As you can see from this image (see below), The metalens is made up of an infinite number of lenses of different heights. This is done using an X-ray microscope, so the individual pillars can be seen:
November 16th, 2024 — Source

How To Take Great Low-Light Photos With Almost Any Camera (Without A Flash)
Photography is in essence the art of capturing light, but some of the most interesting photos ever taken have been when there isn't much light around. Over the course of decades capturing photos for both profit and pleasure, the greatest technical challenge for me has been figuring out how to get sharp, clean photos in low light. This ranges from capturing lifestyle product photos for reviews in dim, interior settings, to recording the wheel of stars in the night sky, to documenting unexplored legacy forests, and snapping pics of barn owls soaring in the pre-dawn twilight on the high desert of the Columbia Plateau.
November 16th, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — November 15th, 2024

Best Accessories for Better Video With Mirrorless Cameras
These are the best accessories to help you get the perfect shot -- whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

Full Sony 28-70mm f/2.0 GM lens specs
I just got the full specs of the lens-...Thanks source
November 15th, 2024 — Source

Light Lens Lab 28/2.8 9 Element Lens Review: Impressive and Character Rich
Light Lens Lab (LLL) has released a re-creation of Leica's first generation 28mm f2.8 Elmarit lens introduced in 1965. The Leica lens has become a collector's item known as the 28mm 9 Element. It contains nine spherical surfaced lenses in six groups and the fast f2.8 aperture was a significant improvement from the Summaron f5.6 lens that preceded it.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

Man Develops Film Inside Old Camera and Discovers Trove of Family Christmas Photos
A man who purchased a $5 film camera from a bargain bin and developed the ancient film inside is now trying to find the people on the roll.
November 15th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Meike AF 85mm f1.8 Pro STM Overview
Overview
November 15th, 2024 — Source

Remembering My Father Part III: Bringing His Camera Home
"I really want to get the light meter fixed," my dad told me once, years ago. "It's been hard, I don't think they make the parts anymore." By the late 2010s, my dad had given up on ever getting his Nikon Photomic FTn ever working again. This past summer, though, his beloved camera was brought back from the brink.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

Sony A9 III Sensor TEST Score - DXO Mark LAB
Sony a9 III camera sensor test score published by DXOMARK lab. The test score, which we were actually waiting for, is finally here. As we all know, due to the introduction of the global shutter sensor, the image quality of the camera has been compromised, specifically in the dynamic range as well as the low-light performance of the camera.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

This AI Anonymizes People's Faces Without Substantially Changing the Image
A group of researchers have attempted to put artificial intelligence (AI) to good use by making a face anonymizer program.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

This Grandma AI Bot Will Waste Scammers Time by Staying on the Phone for Hours
Artificial intelligence is a much-maligned technology with many asking if we really need it at all but a British telecommunications company may have found a useful application for it.
November 15th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

This New Device Establishes Content Authenticity Using Any Digital Camera
As a research physicist from MIT, Stuart Sevier learned a lot about reality, technology, and perhaps most importantly, the perception of reality. He veered off his hardcore academic track to pursue the concept of reality from a more engineering-based perspective, ultimately founding Atom Images and working with a talented team to build the Atom H1, a tool built for photographers to capture trusted, authentic images in a world where the line between real and fake is becoming blurrier by the day.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

This thermal camera is my new favorite smartphone accessory
Thermal cameras are infinitely useful, and this one from Thermal Master would be a fantastic addition to any Android user's toolkit.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

Viltrox AF 28mm F4.5 VCM
Overview
November 15th, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — November 12th, 2024

7Artisans Updates Its Affordable 10mm f/2.8 Full-Frame Fisheye Lens
Chinese lens maker 7Artisans announced a new version of its 10mm f/2.8 diagonal fisheye lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras. The 10mm f/2.8 Mark II costs under $280 and is available for E, L, RF, and Z-mount cameras.
November 12th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

ChatGPT Rejected 250,000 Image Generation Requests of US Election Candidates
ChatGPT Rejected 250,000 Image Generation Requests of US Election Candidates
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Crazy! BHphoto is already promoting the Sony A1II preorder page!
I have never seen this before: The Sony A1II reorder page is already being promoted by BHphoto. They writes:
November 12th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Documentarian Susan Meiselas Receives Outstanding Contribution to Photography Award
Susan Meiselas will receive the Outstanding Contribution to Photography Award from the Sony World Photography Awards 2025.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Fujifilm is developing a 102MP medium format cinema camera
The GFX Eterna will use a new sensor that's 1.7 times larger than full-frame.
November 12th, 2024 — Source or Source

Google Vids App Lets You Create an Edit Using a Prompt and a Document
Google is rolling out a new AI-powered app called Vids that can create video presentations using just a single prompt.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Kuo: Apple to release its own smart home camera in 2026, with AI features
Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reported today that Apple will enter the smart home camera market in 2026, with the company seemingly set to compete against third-party HomeKit cameras like the Eve Indoor Cam for the first time.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Laowa's Compact 15mm f/5 "Cookie" Lens Is Fresh Out of the Oven
Laowa's new pancake-style 15mm f/5 lens for full-frame cameras is remarkably tiny and ultra-portable.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Nikon Z50 II versus Sony A6700
Which camera is better for capturing images or recording content, the Nikon Z50 II or the Sony A6700? In this specification comparison, we will focus on the major differences between these two cameras. Besides the key feature differences, these cameras also vary in price, so when selecting your camera, consider all these factors before making a purchase.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Officially discontinued: Tokina atx-m 85mm F1.8 FE
Tokina has discontinued production of the atx-m 85mm F1.8 FE lens. Rumor has it that this lens was actually manufactured by Viltrox. Now that the Chinese company has a good reputation, I think they no longer need the partnership with Tokina. Viltrox already sells its own 85mm lens under its own name.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Photographers Could Learn a Thing or Two From the New 'Mario Party' Game
Super Mario Party Jamboree for Nintendo Switch features a fun yet challenging minigame about capturing precise street photography moments.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Raspberry Pi AI Camera Quick-Start Guide
If you would like to learn how to get up and running as quickly as possible using the new Raspberry Pi Artificial Intelligent (AI) camera you are sure to enjoy this quick start guide created by the team over at Core Electronics. Imagine having the power of advanced AI technology right at your fingertips, ready to transform your creative ideas into reality. With its integrated AI chip, this compact device allows you to perform complex on-device processing tasks that were once reserved for high-end systems.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Review: Laowa 15mm 5.0 Cookie -- Tiny and Useful
In the SLR era some people came up with the term "pancake lens" for very thin 40 to 50mm lenses. Because of the short back focus distance of mirrorless cameras it is very hard to make actually useful lenses for them that are as thin as a pancake though, hence Laowa came up with the term "cookie lens". This does not only sound more realistic but also pretty cute and the latest addition to this cookie line-up is this Laowa 15mm 5.0.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Sony Teases Flagship a1 II Reveal
Sony has photographers watching closely as it teases the Alpha 1 II, its next flagship camera, poised to create waves in the photography world.
November 12th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Super hot US deal: Sony Alpha 7 IV for $1,849.
You get the Sony A7IV for the lowest price EVER seen on Amazon US. That's $250 less than what you pay right now at BHphoto.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Taylor Swift's Security Guard Yells at Photographers to Stand Up
Taylor Swift's security team was filmed yelling at photographers to "stand up" to seemingly protect the singer from pictures being taken up her skirt.
November 12th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

The new MAMBAPOD is a portable tripod that can be set up anywhere
Silcence Corner just launched their new Mambapod on Kickstarter. This is a streets photographers tripod that can do 4 things in one:
November 12th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

The Rigid.Pro Cinerig Base Turns Mirrorless Cameras Into Versatile Video Beasts
The rise of mirrorless cameras has unleashed a new wave of content creation, fueling cinematic ambition and innovation. Despite their impressive strides, mirrorless cameras still fall short in key areas when put to work. Rigging these compact devices with the necessary add-ons — such as microphones, monitors, and power sources — can quickly throw off their balance and undermine their portability.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

The Winners of a $1M Photo Contest: HIPA Unveils Top 'Sustainability' Images
The world's most lucrative photography competition, HIPA, announced earlier this year that it was increasing its prize pool to a whopping $1 million. Today the winners of the Sustainability-themed 13th season were unveiled.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

The World's Longest-Running Photo Awards Reveals the Winners of its 146th Competition
The Royal Photographic Society (RPS), organizers of the world's longest-running photography awards, has revealed the winners of its 146th installment.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Upcoming Fuji Cinema Camera Explained in 15 Points
Fujifilm is about to announce their new line of cinema cameras featuring the medium format sensor used in their GFX lineup. The upcoming camera will be called the GFX ETERNA Cinema camera.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

US YouTuber May Face 7 Years in South Korean Jail for Deepfake Video
A U.S. YouTuber is reportedly facing jail time for creating a deepfake video that showed him kissing a South Korean influencer.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — November 10th, 2024

Tamron 90mm f/2.8 tested by PetaPixelTV
Chris from Petapixel tested the new lens:
November 10th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

General — Photography — November 9th, 2024

Tamron 90mm f/2.8 Macro Di III VXD Review: The Legend Continues
Tamron has been in the lens-making business for decades and was initially known for making affordable optics if not always professional-grade optics. Many enthusiasts flocked to Tamron super-zooms for the inherent convenience and low cost that they represented.
November 9th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

DJI Neo drone firmware update adds more speed and vertical video
Those features address two of the biggest complaints.
November 9th, 2024 — Source

Sony's $500 budget full-frame is incredible
You don't have to spend a lot of money to get into the E-mount system. Here's a review of the $500 (used) Sony A7II snappiness bought recently.
November 9th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Nikon Z50 II Sample Images
Nikon Z50 Mark II camera features the same sensor we've seen in other Nikon APS-C cameras, but it's worth noting that it now has Picture Control support, custom profiles are now helping the low-light sensor to extract more and more details and better color contrast during the time of shoot.
November 9th, 2024 — Source

Nikon Z50 II versus Canon R10
Let us compare the Nikon Z50 II with the Canon R10 camera. Let's explore the main differences between these two cameras and find out which one is the best for photographers and which one is best for shooting videos.
November 9th, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — November 8th, 2024

Benro's Self-Leveling Theta Tripod Kickstarter Hasn't Gone as Planned
In January 2023, Benro shared that it was developing the world's first self-leveling tripod called the Theta. The following March, the company announced its Kickstarter to bring that tripod to life. Today, many backers report that they still have not received their tripod and some even claim Benro is not willingly or quickly processing refunds.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

Confirmed: Sony A1II sticks to the "old" 30fps and 8k4p features...but there is maybe one good news ;)
Yesterday I reported that I "feared" the Sony A1II would be pretty much be a conservative facelift. Overnight two trusted sources (thanks!) confirmed the Sony A1II will indeed have:
November 8th, 2024 — Source

Fujifilm, Nikon, and Sony's Strong Financial Results Reflect Stable Camera Market
Fujifilm, Nikon, and Sony all released second-quarter financial results for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, offering a look at the overall health of the imaging industry.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

Photographer Recreates Famous Artworks Using Everyday Household Objects
A photographer used everyday domestic scenes to recreate some of the world's most famous artworks by artists such as Andy Warhol and Vincent Van Gogh.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

Satellite Takes Selfie to Show it Was Hit by Space Debris
A satellite has taken a selfie revealing a small hole in it — highlighting the dangers of space junk.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

The Flashback Camera Secures a $330K Investment on Australian 'Shark Tank'
The tech startup behind the Flashback ONE35, a "non-disposable digital disposable camera," pitched its affordable camera to the business gurus on the Australian version of Shark Tank this week and received a huge investment of 500,000 AUD, about $330,000.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

The Likely Future of Apple Photos Is What Photomator Is Now
Early this week, I pulled a colleague into a video chat and shared my screen with him, asking if he was familiar with Apple Photos. He said yes, and proceeded to let me continue. That was when I told him what he was looking at wasn't Apple Photos.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

Viltrox AF 40mm F2.5 Overview
Specs.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

Wildlife Photographer Missing at Sea Found in Different Country
A photographer is lucky to be alive after suffering a boat engine failure while out at sea and washed up 60 miles away in a different country.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

ZV-E1 System Software (Firmware) Update Ver. 2.00
Also the Sony ZV-E1 got a new 2.0 firmware update:
November 8th, 2024 — Source

ZV-E1 System Software (Firmware) Update Ver. 2.00
Note on Sony account: Before downloading the software, we recommend that you create a Sony account. After creating a Sony account or signing in with your Sony account, download the software (for customers in the USA and Canada). You also have the option to download the software without an account.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — November 7th, 2024

Apple MacBook Pro with M4 Max Review: Another Performance Leap
Apple has steadily been improving the performance of its M-series chip generation over generation and if you're just comparing results versus the previous iteration, "steadily" would be the key word. However, with M4 Max, Apple is showing a notable jump in performance, especially for video editors.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Blink's new module extends your Outdoor 4 camera's range and local storage
Blink's Sync Module XR hub costs $60 - for a limited time, you can buy one and get a free camera.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Blink's newest hub takes its security cameras beyond Wi-Fi
The Sync Module XR uses a new wireless protocol to stream footage from far away in the garden.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Canada Orders Shutdown of TikTok's Offices Over National Security Risks
The Canadian government ordered the shutdown of TikTok's business in the country, citing national security risks.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Flux AI Introduces Raw Mode That 'Captures the Genuine Feel of Candid Photography'
The AI image generator Flux by Black Forest Labs founded by a group of disgruntled Stable Diffusion researchers has released a "raw mode" in its 1.1 version.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Hasselblad XCD 75mm F3.4 P Overview
Specs.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Hasselblad's New XCD 75mm f/3.4 P Lens Is Very Compact and Lightweight
Hasselblad's XCD Portable lens series is one lens larger today thanks to the introduction of the XCD 75mm f/3.4 P, the first standard lens in the company's "P" series.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

I went mountain-biking with this $350 DJI camera, and the video results blew me away
If you're into filming outdoor activities with one of the best action cameras on the market, the DJI Action 5 Pro is the way to go.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Leica Announces Versatile Cine Play 1 Home Cinema 4K Projector
Leica's swanky new home projector offers 4K resolution, HDR and Dolby Vision, and features premium Leica optics.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

M4 Pro Mac mini Review: Pro Performance in a Tiny, Affordable Package
The latest-generation Mac mini sports a fresh and improved design and Apple's newest M4-series processors. The facelift and performance bump close the gap between the Mac mini and Apple's fantastic Mac Studio desktop in multiple ways, making the new Mac mini an extremely compelling choice for photographers and video editors alike.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Magnum Photo Agency Charts America's Turbulent History
A landmark book charting key moments in the U.S. as seen through the lenses of the world's most famous photographers has been released.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

New Nikon Z50II Compact Mirrorless Camera for Content Creators
Nikon has unveiled the Z50II DX-format mirrorless camera, a versatile tool crafted to cater to the diverse needs of content creators. This model integrates advanced features tailored for photography, video production, vlogging, and live streaming. By using technology from Nikon's higher-end cameras, the Z50II aims to deliver a balance of performance and usability, making it an attractive option for both amateur and professional users.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Nikon Z50 II First Impression Review: Major Upgrades or Just Hype? Find Out Now!
Nikon announced the long-awaited Nikon Z50 Mark II camera. If we talk about body design, we have a much-improved hand grip, which reminds us of DSLR cameras; they are very deep and very comfortable for professional hands. The other noticeable thing is a bright viewfinder of 1000 nits, despite having a 2.36 million resolution.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Nikon's entry-level Z50II adds a dedicated button for color styles
The 20.9-megapixel Nikon Z50II also has a faster processor and improved video capabilities.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Nikon's Z50 II Mirrorless Camera Targets Content Creators With 4K Video Recording
Nikon has announced its new Z50 II APS-C mirrorless camera aimed at content creators. The small but powerful camera comes packed with features and functions, such as a dedicated Picture Control button.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Nikon's Z50 II targets creators with a dedicated film simulation button
It's taking a page from Fujifilm and Panasonic.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Photographer Fatally Shot by Client in 'Disagreement Over Pictures'
A Florida photographer was murdered by a client after they allegedly got into a disagreement about the pictures she took of her.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Review: Tokina 17mm 3.5 SL RMC
In the SLR era it wasn't easy to find ultra wide angle lenses and it was even more difficult to find decent, affordable ones. The Tokina 17mm 3.5 SL RMC was one of these few options. Back in the day I used it on my D700, looking for a wide angle lens for my analogue FM2 now, I thought it was a good idea to revisit this compact vintage lens.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Sony A1II really seems like a relatively unspectacular update...
The past days I had a long and tiring way back from Belgium to Italy. I am now back talking with sources in the hope to get some more details about the Sony A1II. All I can say for now is that all sources point out towards a relatively unspectacular update. I don't have 100% confirmation on those specs yet so please be patient until I can confirm or correct this info:
November 7th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Sony Promises Cine Camera Updates But Will Need Until 2026 To Roll Them All Out
Sony is committing to a series of updates that will take place by 2026 with the goal of strengthening its Cinema Line, making each model more adaptable, intuitive, and ready for the demands of modern filmmaking. As a warning, it will be quite some time before all these updates roll out.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

The Best Entry-Level Cameras Available Right Now | The PetaPixel Podcast
With the recent announcements of the Fujifilm X-M5 and the Nikon Z50 II, the entry-level segment got a sudden burst of new interest. With that in mind, Chris Niccolls and Jordan Drake share their thoughts on the best entry-level cameras you can get right now on this week's PetaPixel Podcast.
November 7th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

The Saramonic Ultra Lav Mic Has 32-Bit Float Capture and Timecode Sync
Saramonic announced the Ultra wireless lavalier microphone system which aims to capture clear, synced sound in even the toughest recording conditions and brings multiple high-end features including 32-bit float recording.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

'Wild Eye' Magazine's Debut Issue Demonstrates Commitment to Conservation and Nature Photography
Although landscape, nature, and wildlife photographers lamented the loss of Outdoor Photographer earlier this year, Wild Eye has stepped in to not only fill the void but chart a new, modern direction for a nature photography publication. The first issue — digital only, for now — recently landed alongside a new website and a promise for a bright future.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — November 5th, 2024

Canon's Dominance in Compact Camera Market - BCN Retail Report
Compact cameras are not outdated yet—Canon still sells the best! Recently, Japanese analyst firm BCN Retail (BCN+R), known for publishing statistical articles, published an article about compact camera market trends. It seems to be different from what we previously understood. Compact cameras still have a certain market share, and the landscape has changed significantly.
November 5th, 2024 — Source

Laowa 12-24mm f/5.6 Zoom Shift CF, a World's First Lens, Is Finally Available
Back in July, Venus Optics revealed its Laowa CF 12-24mm f/5.6 Zoom Shift lens for APS-C mirrorless cameras in China, the world's first shift zoom lens. Months later, the company finally debuted the groundbreaking lens on the global stage, and it is now available for purchase.
November 5th, 2024 — Source

Photographer Travels the World Capturing Dogs in Their Ancestral Homeland
A photographer has spent ten years on his project Dogs of the World which sees him travel across the globe to capture dog breeds in their ancestral homeland.
November 5th, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — November 3rd, 2024

7 DSLR Settings That Will Help You Capture Phenomena Like The Northern Lights
The northern lights are one of nature's great wonders, streaking across the night sky in curtains and lines of bright, vivid colors. They also used to be an event you could only see if you made the trip up to the Arctic Circle, limiting the experience to those with the time and money to do so. That's changed over the past few years, though, as the northern lights have become much more visible across the northern hemisphere, including as far south as U.S. states like North Dakota, Washington and Massachusetts.
November 3rd, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — November 1st, 2024

2024 Canon EOS R | Canon PowerShot Camera Rumors
Latest Canon EOS R | Canon PowerShot Camera Online Rumors 2024 / 2025
November 1st, 2024 — Source

Apple Acquires Photo Editing Software Company Pixelmator
Pixelmator, a Mac-centric photo editing application, announced that it has been acquired by Apple. It marks the first time that Apple has chosen to dip a toe into the professional editing space since it ceased development of Aperture in 2014.
November 1st, 2024 — Source

Canon Camera / Lens / Speedlite User Manuals
Canon Camera, Lens, Speedlite User Manuals and Other Information
November 1st, 2024 — Source

Canon Camera News 2024
Canon Camera News | Resources 2024
November 1st, 2024 — Source

Canon EL and EX Speedlite Flash User Guide Downloads
A list / linking to a variety of current Canon EL and EX Speedlite / Macro Ring Lite Flash User Guide Downloads.
November 1st, 2024 — Source

Canon EOS R APS-C PDF User Manual Downloads
Canon EOS R APS-C PDF User Guide / User Manual Downloads
November 1st, 2024 — Source

Canon EOS R Body | System Information
Canon EOS R System Information and Updates
November 1st, 2024 — Source

Canon EOS R Full Frame PDF User Guide | Manual Downloads
Canon EOS R Full Frame PDF User Guide / User Manual Downloads
November 1st, 2024 — Source

Canon EOS Shutter | Actuation Count Software Utilities
For determining Canon EOS / EOS R shutter count / shutter actuations it is required to use external apps / software utilities.
November 1st, 2024 — Source

Canon EOS Virtual Reality System Information
EOS VR System Information on the Canon Camera News 2023 website:
November 1st, 2024 — Source

Canon News Media | Press Releases 2024
Canon Media / Press Releases Across Various Geographies 2024
November 1st, 2024 — Source

Canon Powershot Camera Range
Canon PowerShot V, G and SX Range of Digital Compact Cameras
November 1st, 2024 — Source

Canon Printers
Canon Printers for Photographers and Home / Office Users
November 1st, 2024 — Source

Canon RF Lenses for Canon EOS R Cameras
Listing of current consumer and professional Canon RF Lenses for Canon EOS R6 / EOS R5 / EOS R Cameras:
November 1st, 2024 — Source

First leaked images of the new Sony A1II and 28-70mm f/2.0 lens
Here are the first pictures of the new Sony A1II and the 28-70mm f/2.0 FE lens. Two more sources have confirmed today that these pictures are real (when I made the video yesterday, I still had doubts). It will come as no surprise that the A1II looks exactly like the Sony A9III.
November 1st, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Fujifilm X-M5 Review
The Fujifilm X-M5 is a new entry-level, APS-C sensor, mirrorless camera which was first announced in October 2024 and went on sale in November 2024.
November 1st, 2024 — Source

It’s a Big Deal That Apple is Getting Back into Photo Editing Software
Apple is getting back into imaging software as the tech giant is acquiring photo editing app developer Pixelmator. This is the latest in a series of steps demonstrating Apple’s renewed commitment to imaging at large, and it’s a big deal.
November 1st, 2024 — Source

Latest Canon Digital Photo Professional DPP for Windows | Mac
Download Latest DPP Version for 2024 : Canon Digital Photo Professional Version 4.19.10
November 1st, 2024 — Source

New Canon EOS R1X Rumors & Announcement Updates
Latest Canon EOS R1X Rumors and Release Date Information
November 1st, 2024 — Source

New Canon EOS R3 Mark II Rumors & Announcement Updates
Latest Canon EOS R3 Mark II Rumors and Release Date Information
November 1st, 2024 — Source

New Canon EOS R9 Rumors & Announcement Updates
Latest Canon EOS R9 Rumors and Release Date Information
November 1st, 2024 — Source

New Canon EOS R10 Mark II Rumors & Announcement Updates
Latest Canon EOS R10 Mark II Rumors and Release Date Information
November 1st, 2024 — Source

New Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark IV Rumors & Announcement Update
Latest Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark IV Rumors and Release Date Information
November 1st, 2024 — Source

New Canon PowerShot SX80 HS Rumors & Announcement Update
Latest Canon PowerShot SX80 HS Rumors and Release Date Information
November 1st, 2024 — Source

Samsung Electronics Showcases Massive Outdoor LED Signage at Shinsegae Department Store, Ushering in a New Seoul Landmark
Expansive 71.8-meter-wide LED display is set to captivate onlookers with breathtaking visuals, redefining the visitor experience in Myeongdong
November 1st, 2024 — Source

Sony A1 Mark II Teaser
Sony Japan is conducting a special Alpha Event on November 20 and 21. This Alpha event is obviously for the new Sony A1 Mk 2 camera announcement alongside the new Gmaster 28-70 F2.0 IS Lens. Stay tuned for more updates.
November 1st, 2024 — Source

Sony Europe launched a new massive cashback action!
Sony launched a new massive cashback action you can find on those pages at Fotokoch, Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon FR, Amazon ES, Amazon IT, Amazon NL, FotoErhardt, Calumet, WexUK.
November 1st, 2024 — Source

Tired of Being Beautiful: On Photographing Language
She is in the New Mexico living room of her daughter, Jan, who is meticulously and carefully dressing her in just the very finest: leather regalia that is suitable for high occasion or, in this case, totally strange strangers. She is now 98 years old and the last remaining first language speaker of Comanche on the planet Earth; I’m here working on a project making conceptual portraits of endangered language speakers, learners and revitalizers in decussating paths all over the country, paired with and inspired by poetic words in those languages.
November 1st, 2024 — Source

General — Photography — November 2nd, 2024

Map Camera September 2024 sales rankings: Canon EOS R5 Mark II Takes the Top Spot
Canon R5 Mark II camera tops the sales ranking of Sep 2024 in Japan. Japan MAP camera ranking top list here
November 2nd, 2024 — Source

New NIKKOR Z 35-85mm f/1.8 S Lens Rumor
NIKKOR Z 35-85mm f/1.8 S constant aperture lens rumor has just surfaced through a popular Weibo handle. We're unsure of the credibility of this information, but we do have a constant-aperture full-frame lens from Sigma with a similar focal length, the Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8.
November 2nd, 2024 — Source

New reviews of the Viltrox AF 28mm F4.5 pancake FE lens
This new pancake lens already became a popular seller at Amazon US, BHphoto, Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon IT, Amazon ES, Amazon FR, Pergear, Viltrox.
November 2nd, 2024 — Source

Sony A1 Mark II Leaked images and more...
Sony A1 Mark II camera leaked image surfaced over the web, via SAR. Very soon we will have an official announcement of the upcoming camera.
November 2nd, 2024 — Source

Digital Cameras — Accessories — Numbers

1394 Camera Driver
The advent of IEEE-1394 based digital cameras seemed to be the ideal solution for acquiring high quality images with a regular laptop or PC.
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Digital Cameras — Accessories — A

About Digital Cameras
A guide to everything you need to know about digital cameras. Find accessories.
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Ace Cameras
Specialist providers of digital cameras, binoculars, spotting scopes and digital camera memory cards. Digital Cameras and Accessories.
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Digital Cameras — Resources — A

A complete guide to digital cameras, digital photography
Famous for its books on digital cameras and digital photography.
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Adobe Digital Kids Club
parents you'll find the essential digital photography and digital imaging resources you need to unleash the creative freedom that digital cameras offer.
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Ambitions4 Academy
is one such catalyst, instrumental in finding, discovering, developing honing and motiving new talents in the domain of photography.
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Digital Cameras — Resources — C

Choosing a Digital Camera
By Philip Greenspun. how much worse than a film camera is a digital camera?
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Classes for Digital Cameras
The Two Classes of Digital Cameras.
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Dan Heller's Tutorial Series
Digital Cameras for the Serious Photographer.
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DCViews
In our digital camera tutorials you'll find a wealth of educational information on cameras and photography.
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DCviews
With 6000 links to Internet resources we offer up-to-date and complete info on digital cameras & photography.
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Desktop Publishing
Buying and Using Digital Cameras Get tips, techniques, and resources for working with digital cameras and photos.
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DigiCamHistory
The best place on the web for digital camera history information. we have descriptions of all historical digital cameras.
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Digital camera repair services
Digital camera data restore utility restores pictures that are lost due to virus or worm attack and any type of hardware software malfunction.
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Digital Cameras
Digital Photography Why Digital is better than Film.
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Digital Cameras (DIGICAMS) — Overview
Digital Cameras Design Solutions. Suggested Components. Application Notes. new Product Announcements. Design Guides.
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Digital cameras — how they work.
The basics.
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Digital Cameras Buying FAQ
How do digital cameras work? in contrast to a conventional film camera.
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Digital Cameras Browse Digital Cameras & Accessories.
Beginner Cameras. Pocket Digital Camera 130, LOGITECH. Pocket Digital Camera 130.
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Digital Cameras in Education
Digital Camera: An electronic device that digitizes images.
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Digital Cameras or Ghost Hunting at its Best!
The CCD array on many Digital Cameras are Infrared (IR) Sensitive!
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Digital Outback Photo
Stop wasting your time talking cameras, and go take pictures!.
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Digital Photography for what it's Worth
Batteries for AA-compatible digital camerasselection, care and feeding for long life and reliable power delivery.Guidelines for selecting a digital camera.
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Digital Photography Guide & Resource
Guide to digital photograhpy resources. Info on forums, digital cameras, tips, stock images, magazines, and much more!
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Digital Photography Strobes
Explanations Deluxe strobe systems Special Strobe Arms Compare intensity TTL vs. Manual strobes Digital Camera Use.
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eDigitalPhoto
DigiEffects Web Euphoria 1.8 Add Real, Or Surreal, Effects to your Images. Digital SLR Cameras is It Time for you to Step Up?
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Education World™
Quick! Get the (Digital) Camera! of Community School in Roanoke, Virginia, and Lori Miller of Wacona Elementary School in Waycross, Georgia, shared their ideas for using digital cameras in the classrooms.
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Education World™
Smile! Digital Cameras can Make your Day. Included: More than a dozen easy activities for using digital cameras in the classroom.
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Engadget: Digital Cameras
HP's new gimmick: giving hotels digital cameras to lend to guests. Panasonic's new Lumix digital cameras.
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Everyone's Smiling for Digital Cameras
Makers are enjoying record sales and growth rates.
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FermiNews
Wester in front of SiDet, where the 500 megapixel CCD camera will beon its experience in particle physics and in collaborating on the Sloan Digital Sky Survey.
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Fredmiranda.com
Specialized in digital cameras, photoshop actions and photoshop plugins.
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Digital Cameras — Resources — G

gPhoto
Digital cameras have the balance of quality, features, and price that appeals to users looking for a fast and convenient way to get images into their PC.
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High Speed Video, Phantom Digital Cameras for Motion Analysis
The new Phantom v4.2 CMOS color digital high speed video camera manufactured by Vision Research, Inc.High speed digital cameras generate big files fast!
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How Digital Cameras Operates. Introduction.
Their logic is a bit flawed. the CCD array on many Digital Cameras are Infrared (IR) Sensitive!
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How to Select the Right Digital Camera for You
Your Guide, Michael Carr, from Michael Carr, your Guide to Digital Cameras.
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Infrared basics for digital photographers Marks the paydirt
Luckily, digital cameras have changed all that. Armed IR Performance in Digital Cameras. Marks the gotchas, Warning! Not
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Mike's Camera / Digital Cameras and Everything Else
The Olympus E-System An amazing comprehensive digital SLR system that allows for Avipoint, a division of Mike's Camera your complete guide to AV equipment.
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Minolta Digital Cameras
Dimage. Minolta digital cameras and their specs as of July 9, 2003
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PhotoFlex
The birth of Photoflex stems from the day in 1985 when Gene Kester was setting up to photograph a cover for Architectural Digest in a dining room overlooking San Francisco Bay.
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PhotographyTips
Most digital cameras function in much the same way as a traditional camera that uses film, except that in place of the film, images are captured and preserved.
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PhotoRadar
The Home of Digital photography.
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Pixel perfect digital cameras
How to buy a great digital camera. Today's digital cameras are so smart and powerful, you may never use a film camera again.
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Samsung Techwin
Maker of optics and digital imaging products including cameras. Information on the company and its Products.
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Saugus.net
Many digital cameras offer additional storage besides their own internal memory; a few sport some sort of disk but the majority utilize some sort of flash card.
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Sigma Download Center
For products available to download, you must read and agree to the license agreement terms before you install and use the software.
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Teachers.Net
Teacher Feature Creative Uses for Digital Cameras in the Classroom. I have used a digital camera for several years and would be lost without it.
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Tech Digest
Canon's top-end compact. Retro digital cameras you'll Leica. Yet more retro looking digital cameras.
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The Complete Guide to Digital Cameras
Multimedia Workshop. Complete Guide to Digital Cameras.
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The Nikon eBook — Mastering Nikon Compact Digital Cameras
contains a photography course that will unleash your awareness of composition, design, color, form, balance, and timing.
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Top Digital Camera Newbie Mistakes to Avoid
The resources in this article with help you overcome and avoid the most common digital camera newbie mistakes.
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Top Picks — Reasonably Priced Digital Cameras
for Families Online Looking for a digital camera that you can use to share digital images online? Guide Picks — Top 3 Digital Cameras for Families Online ($100 — $150).
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What is digital camera?
A Word Definition from the Webopedia. Even the best digital cameras connected to the best printers cannot produce film-quality photos.
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Digital Cameras — Reviews — A

ADigitalEye.com
All about digital photography including new Samsung U-CA3 Digital Camera Review.
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All-Digital-Links.com — Casio Digital Camera Reviews
Casio QV-3EX at MegaPixel.net.
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Best Digital Cameras Review
Review on what to Look for in a Digital Camera.
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BetterPhoto.com
Camera comparisons and reviews on digital cameras and other assist you in making wise photographic equipment purchases. Reviews and ratings of digital cameras, film cameras, photographic equipment and resourses.
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BytePhoto
Digital cameras reviews and photography news including a free photo sharing gallery with weekly photo contests and free Photoshop actions and tutorials.
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Digital Camera Resource
The Digital Camera Resource Page is your source for the latest digital camera reviews, news, prices, and more.
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Digital Camera Reviews
The Imaging Resource!
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Digital Cameras and Digital Photography
Information, Reviews, Tips and Product Listings. Search Big Sky Fishing.Com
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Digital Cameras Review
Visit Digital Cameras Review for the latest digital camera reviews, buying guide, features and information.
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Digital Cameras — Reviews — F

Fact Sheets on the best Digital Cameras
Digital Camera Reviews Provides news about the best digital cameras in concise fact sheets.
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Digital Cameras — Reviews — H

HP Digital Photography
For Home & Home Office. Resolution: up to 5.3MP total resolution (2608 x 1952 total pixels).
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Digital Cameras — Reviews — M

MediaMall
best digital camera reviews
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Digital Cameras — Reviews — P

Product guides and reviews
Everything you need to know about buying a digital camera.
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Digital Cameras — Reviews — R

Recent Digital Camera Reviews
Comparison shop for SLRs (Canon, Nikon and Minolta), digital point-and-shoots, and medium format cameras and more.
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Review Centre
Informed Choices.
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Digital Cameras — Reviews — S

SourceForge
Digital Cameras on Fujitsu chipset. this page does not cover all digital cameras with serial interface, just some models.
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Steve's Digicams
Main MenuDigital camera reviews, amateur to professional digital cameras, latest digital camera news, digital camera discussion board, Digital Photo of the day contest.
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Digital Cameras — Reviews — T

TrustedReviews
The UK's Premier Source for IT Reviews and News.
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Digital Cameras — Shopping — A

Abes of Maine
Cameras and Electronics, Satifying millions of Digital Cameras, Camcorders and DVD players are always offered at discounted prices.
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Ace Cameras
Specialist providers of digital cameras, binoculars, spotting scopes and digital camera memory cards. Digital Cameras and Accessories.
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Adobe Photoshop
Digital camera raw file support fast and easy access within Photoshop software to the proprietary "raw" image formats produced by many leading professional and midrange digital cameras.
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Amazon.com
100 of the best selling Digital and SLR Cameras on the market
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B&H Digital Photography Department
Books & Tutorials. Cameras/Photo Gear. Computer Video. Darkroom. Digital Photography. Guide to Buying a Digital Camera.
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BeauSoft
Digital Camera, Webcam and Network IP Camera software.
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BH Photo Video
Digital Cameras, Camcorders, TV's, Home Theater, DVD Players Shop Digital Cameras, 35MM Camera Equipment, Photo Printers, Home Theater, DVD Players.
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Brodway Photo
The online source for Cameras, Digital Photography, Video, Laptops, Video and more!
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Buy Digital cameras
Cheap prices for Digital cameras Shopgenie : Hifi, photo, video : Photo and Video : Digital cameras listing.
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Buy Rite Electronics
is an online source for consumer electronics at discount prices. Home Theater Systems, Receivers, Digital Cameras, LCD Screens, Microphones and so much more.
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Digital Cameras — Shopping — C

CameraStore.com.au
Digital cameras and electronics, all major brands, available now at Camerastore.com.au. Delivery Australia-wide, and a wide range of products such including iPods, digital photo frames, printers, projectors and much more.
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CameraWorld.com
Canon, Nikon, Minolta, Panasonic, Pentax, Fuji, Kodak, Camcorders, Children's Cameras and more.
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Canon
Live Camera Sites. Digital Camera Site and more.
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Canon Consumer Products
Camera, Camcorders, Printers, Scanners, Multifunction, and Copiers.
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Canon Consumer Products
EOS (SLR) Camera SystemsCanon USA.
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Canon Panasonic Olympus Digital Cameras
Buy Canon, Panasonic and Olympus digital still cameras and accessories online from Video Direct Electronics. Digital Cameras and Accessories.
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Casio
Cameras.
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Digital Cameras — Shopping — D

DC Pro — Digital Camera Accessories
Super Savings Digital Camera Lens Comparison Chart. Click Here for Adapter Mount Instructions.
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DealCam
Digital camera price comparison. 620 0.3 Megapixel Digital Camera Polaroid Fun!
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DealTime
Compare shop for Digital Cameras, read reviews and compare prices from stores all across the Web.
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DealTime.co.uk
read reviews and compare prices from stores all across the Web.You found 763 products in Digital Cameras.
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Delkin Devices
eFilm Digital Camera Media Storage Products & Delkin's eFilm product line for digital cameras is the camera store brand made exclusively for sale in independent photo stores for the passionate digital.
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Digital Camera Warehouse
Digital Cameras and Accessories, stocking digital cameras by Sony, Hewlett Packard and Canon.
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Digital Cameras, Camcorders @ UK Digital
We stock digital cameras, Camcorders, including fuji, canon, olympus, sony, minolta, nikon, konica and many more.
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Digital Distributors
Electronics, digital cameras, scanners Distributors and resellers of Consumer electronics, digital cameras and accessories.
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Digital Dream
digital camera, l'espion, espion, epsilon, enigma, XS, eclipse, Xtra, JB1, James Bond Camera, Quantum.
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Digital Imaging Products
the preferred choice of major motion picture and television productions and world renowned photographers, Tiffen now brings you digital camera accessories to you.
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Digital Photographer Chicago.
Contemporary event photography services by Chicago wedding photographer David System in Chicago Area; Event photographer specializes in wedding and event photography. Chicago Area Wedding Photographer provide us good beautiful memories.
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Digital Cameras — Shopping — E

Eastman Kodak
the premier brand in traditional and digital. Making digital even simpler! Announcing Kodak's newest EASYSHARE Digital Cameras.
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eCoustics.com
Cameras how to Buy a Great Digital Camera. Find the lowest prices or compare film and digital cameras.
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Epinions.com
has the best comparison shopping information on Digital Cameras.
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Digital Cameras — Shopping — F

Filters for Digital Cameras
Sunpak Filters, Hoya, Tiffen and the Digicam Filter Specialist, the Filter Connection supplies the highest quality filters for todays high res digital cameras.
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Find, Compare, and Read
Digital Cameras Reviews and Compare Digital Cameras digital camera Prices.
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fotoSENSE.co.uk
Digital Camera and Camcorder online specialists — full range of accessories — over 2000 products!
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Fuji (UK)
Digital Products, Service, Support, and Downloads.
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FujiFilm
Digital Camera MX-600 Zoom.
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FujiFilm Australia
The leader in digital cameras. Find out about Fujifilm digital cameras, film, photography, competitions, photo processing services, imaging and data storage.
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Digital Cameras — Shopping — G

GeoSpatial Experts
Link Digital Camera Photos to GPS Label digital camera photos with the location (latitude and longitude) of where the photo was taken using a GPS receiver.
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Digital Cameras — Shopping — H

Hanimex
Fuji digital cameras film medical photo imaging products Fujifilm, Elekta and other brands of digital camera, film, medical and other imaging products.
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Henry's Camera
Canada's leading independant retailer of digial camera, video camera, olympus digital camera, sony digital camera, cannon digital camera and more!
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Digital Cameras — Shopping — J

Jessops.com
Camera, digital camera, digital dv camcorder and accessories Jessops online store — cameras, digital cameras, camcorders, accessories and more.
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JohnLewis.com
Keep up to date with our fantastic range of Digital cameras, camcorders, batteries and accessories. More Digital Cameras. Casio Digital Camera, EXS3.
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Mastering Nikon Compact Digital Cameras
the very first and most popular digital photography eBook ever. now in Version 6.0!
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Mcbain Camera
your source for all photographic equipment, SLR's, Digital Cameras, DV cameras,.Canon Digital cameras.
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MDIusa
Our web site mdiusa.com has specialized in Digital Imaging solutions since 1996.
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MegaMacs.com
Your source for Mega Mac Deals Whether you are a beginner with digital cameras and camcorders or a professional photographer you won't be disappointed with our selection.
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MicroGlobe
Photographic equipment retailer in London UK, all items like camera binoculars, flashguns and spoting scopes are available.
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Microglobe- retailer of photographic equipment in London UK
Offers a wide selection of digital cameras lenses binoculars flashguns & much more at discount prices.
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Neat Image
best noise reduction for digital cameras and scanners, to make images look better.
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Nikon Coolpix Digital Cameras
Nikon EN-EL1 Rechargeable Battery for Nikon Coolpix 775, 885, 995, 4300, 4500, 5000, and 5700 & 8700 Digital Cameras from: Nikon.
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Panoramic Digital Camera
World's fastest digital panoramic cameras. Panoscan's safer! Panoscan Inc. is a manufacturer of the worlds fastest digital panoramic cameras.
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Pentax
Optio Digital free UPS deliveries.
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Pentax USA
Combining years of photographic expertise with the latest advancements in filmless digital technology.
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Photo-Sonics manufactures Optical Tracking Systems
High Speed Film, Digital cameras, Motion Analysis Software and Film Scanners.
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Polaroid.com
Creating photographic prints from your digital camera's memory card has never been easier.
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Profeel
Camcorders, Digital Cameras and DVD Camcorders Accessories.
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Profile Prism ICC Profiling Software
for Digital Cameras, Scanners, and Printers! Software by Digital Domain Inc.
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Provantage
The place to buy digital cameras. Shop at Provantage Computer Products Superstore.
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Radio Shack
Personal radios, wireless telephones, batteries, gadgets, adapters, wires and plugs sit alongside computer equipment and stereo components on their shelves. Convenient online ordering also available.
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RCA
This international manuafacturer of TVs, VCRs, TV-VCR combos, camcorders and more delivers product browsing, company history and services.
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RedLake.com
High Speed Motion, CCD High Resolution, Multi Spectral Cameras for Digital Imaging: High Speed Cameras for motion analysis, High Resolution MegaPlus CCD Cameras, and Multi Spectral Cameras for remote sensing.
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RitzCamera.com
digital cameras canon, fujifilm, sony, pentax, Search by Brand, Search Alphabetically. Shop Cameras Digital Cameras; Digital Accessories; 35mm Compact/Zoom; 35mm SLR; APS; Camcorders; and Children's Cameras.
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Samsung Digital Cameras
Official Samsung Camera homepage features its Analog and Digital camera product information, company news, events and special promotions.
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Second hand cameras
The London Camera Exchange supplies second hand cameras, new cameras, digital cameras and other camera equipment and provides a camera part exchange.
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Sherwoods photo Ltd (UK)
online retail store for digital cameras, telescopes, binoculars and accessories — all at very low prices with excellent service.
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Shopping.com
Read Digital Cameras Reviews and Compare Digital Cameras Prices.
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Skyway Securities
Offers security cameras and video surveillance systems at great prices. Offering home and business security camera surveillance kits.
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Slave Flash Products for Digital Cameras
A slave flash specifically designed for digital cameras such as the Olympus D600L. Flashes and accessories for digital cameras. NEW! L-Ring and L-Ring Ultra.
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Stanford Photonics
Manufacturer and designer of X-ray, CMOS, CCD, intensified CCD cameras and image acquisition software for military night vision and the life sciences.
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SterlingTEK Digital Cameras and Electronics Accessories
Discount Digital camera photography accessories! Kodak, Fuji, and Welcome to SterlingTEK Digital Camera Accessories.
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Strobes for digital cameras
Strobes for many of the new digital cameras must fulfill requirements that are different than what has been required for film cameras.
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SuperWarehouse
Shop for Digital Cameras from Canon, Casio, Epson, Fuji, hp, JVC, Kodak, Microtek, Minolta, Nikon, OEM, Polaroid, Sony, Toshiba & Umax. Digital Cameras.
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TASI — Advice Creating Digital Images
Image file formats used by digital cameras. Many digital cameras offer a selection of different file formats.
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ThinkGeek
James Bond Stealth Camera.
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Thumber
Digital camera image management software although Thumber will work with any JPEG images, it includes many specialized features useful for images that are produced by digital cameras.
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TristateCamera.com
Camera Accessories.
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UKcameras.com
Digital camera, webcam, photography, camera, digital video camera UKcameras.com for the latest Digital Cameras, Webcams and accessories heavily discounted. Part of the Special Reserve Discount Network.
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Underwater Cameras
Underwater Digital Cameras and Dive Camera Kits by Sealife Cameras and Sea and Sea Cameras.
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Use the (PureDigital) Dakota Digital Camera with your PCIntro.
The Dakota Digital Camera is one of several inexpensive ($10.99 MSRP) single-use digital cameras currently on the market in the US.
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Video Direct Electronics
Olympus Digital Cameras and Accessories.
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WolfCamera.com
digital cameras, binoculars telescopes, 35mm, slr, Digital Accessories include; 35mm Compact/Zoom; 35mm SLR; APS; Camcorders; and Children's Cameras.
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Digital Cameras — Shopping — Resources

darktable
darktable is an open source photography workflow application and raw developer. A virtual lighttable and darkroom for photographers. It manages your digital negatives in a database, lets you view them through a zoomable lighttable and enables you to develop raw images and enhance them.
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PetaPixel
Established in May of 2009, PetaPixel is a leading publication covering the wonderful world of photography. We love photography, and we want to see others love it too. Our goal is to inform, educate, and inspire in all things photography-related.
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