40% of People Can’t Tell if a Face is AI Generated: Can You?
A study by the University of Waterloo found that 40 percent of people surveyed couldn't distinguish between an AI-generated face and a real face. [Read More] petapixel.com »
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A study by the University of Waterloo found that 40 percent of people surveyed couldn't distinguish between an AI-generated face and a real face. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Nature photographer Henri Olckers spotted a leopard hiding in the tall grass in South Africa's Kruger National Park while driving past. The leopard is so well camouflaged that other visitors struggled to see it. [Read More] petapixel.com »
For years photographers have been able to make images of the same person in different settings. And now AI can do the same.
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petapixel.com »Sight was the first of our senses to be technologically shared in a world we did not witness with our own eyes. Photography—writing with light—has historically meant a one-to-one relationship between what was before a camera (defined as a lens focussing light on a recording media) and what came out the other end, created by a human. [Read More] petapixel.com »
The J. Paul Getty Museum added around 88,000 images of artworks from its collection to its Open Content database.
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petapixel.com »Sigma's latest compact telephoto optic, the 500mm f/5.6 DG DN OS Sports lens is so popular that the company can't keep up with pre-orders. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Researchers have developed a new method of storing data on an optical disk. It is capable of holding 24 times the data of the most advanced hard disk drives: the equivalent of 20 million digital photos. [Read More] petapixel.com »
A new report finds that some popular smart doorbells are susceptible to hacking, allowing infiltrators to easily take control of them if they are nearby. [Read More] petapixel.com »
A specialist team created the "world's fastest" first-person-view (FPV) camera drone and then attempted to keep up with Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen as he tested his new Red Bull RB20 around the Silverstone circuit. [Read More] petapixel.com »
The Fujifilm X100VI is arguably the hottest camera in the world right now but demand is high and not everyone who wants one is going to get their hands on one. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Image: Sony Previously announced in Japan, Sony is bringing its PDT-FP1 5G transmitter to the United States. The smartphone-shaped transmitter is pointedly not a phone (it cannot make calls) but instead uses its 5G connection to transfer files from compatible Sony cameras to an FTP location. dpreview.com »
Scientists are calling on astrophotographers to capture a comet's broken tail and keep the Earth safe from the Sun.
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petapixel.com »There are a ton of E-mount cameras and lenses with great rebates and 90 day guarantee sold by Amazon (Click here). The specific camera gear deals can be found here: Sony only deals can be found here. sonyalpharumors.com »
At a certain point, many photographers say that the camera doesn't matter. But we can tell you that's not always the case. You can't shoot sports in a way that makes sense with a pinhole camera, can you? Perhaps more than any other camera manufacturer, LUMIX cameras can help you realize your creative freedom both in-camera and in the post-production world. thephoblographer.com »
Leonardo AI is a generative artificial intelligence platform and it has just released an image upscaler for "reviving old photos or enhancing digital art." [Read More] petapixel.com »
The Hubble Space Telescope (HST) upended beliefs about the fundamental nature of the Universe, delivering evidence that the Universe was not slowing down, as gravity seemingly implied it must be, but expanding. petapixel.com »
The aspiration of every photographer shouldn't be getting their work to be huge for a few seconds on social media. But instead, they should aspire to have their images in galleries, in museums, used for ads, etc. thephoblographer.com »
Soon we will get our new massive Sony A1 firmware update. And I thank Sony for listening our requests to bring on new features through consistent fw updates. But here comes my second request. In the exact three years since the launch Sony did not ONCE offer any cashback or discount on the Sony A1.… sonyalpharumors.com »
A clever engineer has turned a computer mouse into a working camera. The fun DIY project may not deliver impeccable image quality, but it's a great way to repurpose an old mouse. [Read More] petapixel.com »
DC. watch posted a nice collection of Minolta A-mount lens tests on the Sony A7cR. Let’s kick off with the Minolta AF ZOOM 35-70mm F4 (can be found here on eBay). Sony 50mm F1. 4 (can be found here on eBay). sonyalpharumors.com »
The new Viltrox 27mm f/1.2 APS-C AF lens is now on reorder at, BHphoto, Amazon. Dustin Abbott reviewed the lens and concluded: “This is a lens that, to me, seems worth its price tag” sonyalpharumors.com »
An influencer filming a selfie in a bathroom mirror has stumped the internet after people couldn't figure out how she was recording the video. [Read More] petapixel.com »
You can preorder the lens at Meike Global and soon at Amazon US&EU. The lens will ship out end of February for $159 only. Below you can see a review of the Z-mount version: sonyalpharumors.com »
Apple has officially entered the era of spatial computing, with the Vision Pro headset now available for customers to purchase. And being first through the door is not cheap. [Read More] petapixel.com »
“…I want to express to the readers of this article that using the multiple exposure technique is very addictive,” says photographer Ester van Overbeek to the Phoblographer in an interview. thephoblographer.com »
Generative artificial intelligence is a highly contested topic in the art world. On the one hand, there’s the technology that saves hours of editing on changes they would have been making manually anyway. thephoblographer.com »
More than four billion people around the world are eligible to vote in elections in 2024, but some fear that artificial intelligence will interfere with democracy. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Have you entered yet? This month, the Phoblographer is giving away the Mint InstantFlex TL70 Plus camera to one lucky subscriber. We encourage you to read our review of the camera here. Now, we’re giving it away to one lucky winner! When the Phoblographer’s Membership program was created, we wanted to find a way to … thephoblographer.com »
You might remember back in the days when Hasselblad made “luxurious” versions of Sony cameras. One of the was the Hasselblad Lunar. You can buy it now Open Box for $4,000 “only” on eBay! Hassleblad also made their version of the Sony RX100 cameras named Hasselblad Stellar (can also be found here on eBay).… sonyalpharumors.com »
BMW didn’t introduce its in-car camera as a new feature at CES 2024, but it was the first time many got to try it and see what it’s like. [Read More] petapixel.com »
The Yashica Vision are night-vision binoculars that promise the ability to record full-color 4K video and 58-megapixel photos from up to 600 meters away in total darkness. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Perhaps in an attempt to compete with Apple's tightly connected ecosystem, Samsung is beefing up the inter-connectivity of its devices thanks to a stronger partnership with Microsoft. [Read More] petapixel.com »
HP announced a huge number of new computers, peripherals, and displays at CES this week, but a standout addition is a 32-inch, 4K, 240Hz monitor that uses a "smart KVM" that allows users to drag and drop files across devices. [Read More] petapixel.com »
"This camera doesn't use batteries," is what a young man working at a Brooklyn vintage store told me one day when I inquired about a Polaroid Land Camera they had. I can still hear his voice and the disbelief when I opened up the compartment to reveal heartbreak -- aka, battery corrosion due to someone leaving the batteries in their camera. thephoblographer.com »
Ties Blaaus (@bluehill_stories) is one of our Dutch readers. He contacted me and asked me for following help: anyone knows how to get the spider out of the viewfinder? Tried to open up the front part, but it appears to be connected to the whole body… Probably the spider got there during a lens swap… sonyalpharumors.com »
Start your journey into learning the ins and outs of cameras by taking a deep dive into some of our best technical explainers. We're about a week into 2024, and if you made any proclamations to refresh or improve your photo skills, we're here to help you with those photo/video resolutions. dpreview.com »
Romanian visual artist and photographer Vlad Moldovean has created a step-by-step guide for photographers and videographers to recreate the look of anamorphic bokeh using a traditional spherical lens. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Hubble continues to generate some some outstanding visuals of space and its latest is no exception. However, as much as this photo looks like it portrays a densely packed region of galaxies, reality is not quite so straightforward. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Researchers at Stanford University have developed an AI that can geolocate a photo in a matter of seconds.
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petapixel.com »You can now follow me on Threads too: @andreapizzini @sonyalphagallery sonyalpharumors.com »
The LUMIX 50mm f1.8 Lumix S is built with weather resistance, autofocus speed, image quality, and performance in mind. To be honest, it’s also really hard to beat. Though there are cheaper options on the market, this is a lens that will stick with you for a while. In our minds, the Panasonic S5 II … thephoblographer.com »
Photo: Michelle DeLateur A step below tablets in functionality and offerings but more interactive and striking than a regular frame, digital frames are perennially giftable. What easier way to display photographs, including new ones sent digitally by friends and family? The Aura Carver 10. dpreview.com »
New artificially intelligent (AI) technology can now diagnose childhood autism from photos of children's eyes with 100% accuracy. [Read More] petapixel.com »
In the early summer of 2023, I had an opportunity to play with the soon-to-be-released Nikon Z8. We met up with the Nikon crew in Yellowstone National Park to photograph some wildlife and the good folks at Nikon also had another surprise for us out there. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Sisu Cinematic Robots created a mobile power solution called the Battery Box that is capable of powering a full remote production -- complete with robotics and lighting -- for eight hours. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Leica's SL lineup of cameras have IP durability ratings, and so they can take a lot more punishment than many others can. For years, photographers always thought that Leica cameras are way too expensive. thephoblographer.com »
Who doesn’t like pancakes? When the Brightin Star x Funleader 28mm f2.8 lens was announced earlier this year, we fell in love with it. It’s perhaps the smallest Leica M mount lens that we’ve used and has a pretty fast aperture for those who need it. Now, we’re giving it away to one lucky winner! … thephoblographer.com »
NASA has shared its monthly update for what skygazers should look for in the night sky in December.
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petapixel.com »Scientists were reportedly able to use artificial intelligence (AI) to reconstruct images solely from people's brain activity with over 75% accuracy for the first time ever. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Canadian film photographer Dmitri Tcherbadji of Analog Cafe has been on a creative kick lately. Alongside his brilliant, operational instant film camera constructed using gingerbread, he has also helped develop a free web game built for analog shooters that tests the player's knowledge of black and white film stocks. [Read More] petapixel.com »