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. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-11-12 19:49

Canon EOS R5 II updates: bug fixes, and 24p videos with an older battery

When you use DPReview links to buy products, the site may earn a commission. Photo: Richard Butler Canon has released a new firmware update for the EOS R5 II, and says it's currently working on removing a limitation that shows up when using the new camera with an older LP-E6NH battery. dpreview.com »

2024-9-26 08:00

An Ancient ‘Smiley Face’ on Mars May Hold Info About Martian Life

Despite being harsh and inhospitable, Mars has a surprisingly cheery disposition. Scientists have located a "smiley face" on the Martian surface as part of a new study of the Red Planet's surface. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-9-19 17:18

Nikon President Says Smartphones May Drive Future Camera Sales

In a Japanese interview with Yomiuri, Nikon's president, Muneaki Tokunari, acknowledged that while smartphones harmed overall sales of digital interchangeable lens cameras, they may contribute to the demand for high-end cameras. petapixel.com »

2024-9-16 18:44

Man May Have Discovered Ancient Asteroid Crash Site While Browsing Google Maps

A man may have discovered the site of an ancient asteroid impact after he spotted a "suspicious pit" while browsing Google Maps ahead of a camping trip. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-9-10 19:30

This Woman May Have Stumbled Across a Rare Collection of Ansel Adams Photos

A woman in Missouri claims to have come into possession of dozens of Ansel Adams photographs -- the iconic American photographer who captured black and white landscapes. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-9-5 14:04

Two Senators May Have Revived The US DJI Drone Ban

Earlier this month, the United States Senate Armed Services Committee completed its revised version of the 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and, unlike the House version, it did not contain a ban on DJI drones. petapixel.com »

2024-7-29 18:36

X May Have Infringed Photo Copyright With Donald Trump MAGA Hashmoji

X (the platform formerly known as Twitter) may have infringed The Associated Press' copyright by replicating a now-famous photo of Donald Trump raising his fist for a #MAGA hashmoji. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-7-27 15:14

Apple May Use a Samsung Sensor in the iPhone as Soon as 2026

A new report alleges that Apple will start using Samsung sensors in its iPhones as soon as 2026, ending the exclusive use of Sony sensors which has persisted for more than 10 years. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-7-26 00:20

These Photos May Show the World’s Rarest Whale

There is remarkably little known about spade-toothed whales. No one has ever seen one alive and it is listed as "Data Deficient" by the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-7-17 19:42

Devil May Cry появился в российском магазине приложений RuStore

В магазине приложений RuStore стала доступна мобильная игра Devil May Cry, которая стала настоящим хитом благодаря миллионам скачиваний по всему миру. В игре игроки смогут встретиться с такими персонажами как Данте, Вергилий, Неро и Леди, продолжая борьбу с демонами. ferra.ru »

2024-7-12 21:09

Face Photos With a Thermal Camera May Become Part of Routine Checkups

Researchers from Peking University in China have found that thermal imaging of a patient's face may offer critical insights into their health, laying the groundwork for the potential of thermal cameras becoming a part of a routine check-up at the doctor's office. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-7-10 21:20

The Canon RF 200-800mm F6.3-9 IS USM may not ship in quantity until August, 2024

When Canon announced the Canon RF 200-800mm F6. 3-9 IS USM, it immediately made its way onto Canon's “we can't meet demand” list. This has been a regular occurrence for most lenses Canon has announced in the last few years. canonrumors.com »

2024-7-3 14:43

CIPA May 2024, camera sales highest they’ve been in three years

CIPA has released its data for May of this year, and the Japanese companies seem to be moving quite along in shipping more units out this year than last year. Overall, looking at the year-on-year data for January through the end of May, the Japanese companies have shipped 9% more units than last year, for [...] Source canonrumors.com »

2024-7-3 08:12

BCN May 2024 Results: The EOS R50 rules

When the EOS-M M50 came out, Canon hit a sweet spot between price, size, weight, and cost – leading it to become one of the best-selling cameras in Canon's digital history. When the RF mount came out, it was only a matter of time before Canon attempted the same magic with the RF mount – [...] Source canonrumors.com »

2024-6-13 12:38

Instagram May Be Working on ‘Peek’ Feature to Rival BeReal

Meta isn't done trying to compete with BeReal. The Instagram owner is reportedly working on a new feature similar to BeReal's casual selling point. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-5-21 22:50

Sigma launches a new official teaser for the May 16 lens launch event

Like I told you weeks ago Sigma will announce a new 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DNII. And I already leaked an image yesterday: This is the only lens that Sigma will announce on that day. But don’t worry, there is more to come from Sigma soon after! sonyalpharumors.com »

2024-5-10 17:04

CONFIRMED: Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 II lens will be announced on May 16

Sigma will announce the new lens next week on May 16! It’s coming for both Sony E and Leica L mount. The info I know so far: 24-70mm f/2.8 II Full Frame lens for Sony E and Leica L The new lens is more compact, optically sharper, has better color rendition, improved AF performance than… sonyalpharumors.com »

2024-5-7 17:50

New Angelbird Type A cards will be announced in late May / early June

I will always credit Angelbird for having been the first to launch affordable Type A cards (at least compared to what we had from Sony and Lexar). And finally we are getting some new cards soon. A source reported: “It is most likely that these will be announced at the end of May/beginning of June.… sonyalpharumors.com »

2024-5-7 13:27

Til May 6: 42% off on the Samsung T9 Portable SSD 4TB

Til May 6 you save 42% on the Samsung 4TB external storage sold by Amazon and BHphoto. More limited time deals: For a limited time you get the Lexar 320GB Type A card for the lowest price ever at Amazon US. sonyalpharumors.com »

2024-5-3 22:36

Google Photos May Give Users More Control Over Who They See and When

Google Photos seems to have a new feature in the pipeline that would allow users more control over the faces they see in their libraries. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-5-2 19:45

We want to see your best bird photos: DPReview Editors' Challenge

We want to see your best bird photos in honor of World Migratory Bird Day. It's going to get stork raving mad, but moving with no egrets to present your im-peck-able best would be eggcellent. dpreview.com »

2024-5-3 16:00

Is Canon officially announcing two cameras in May?

We'll beat the dead horse again by saying this launch cycle is unlike anything that we have seen before. We don't really have any historical reference on how Canon is doing things this go around, and it's most likely due to massive leaks with major products in the past. canonrumors.com »

2024-5-3 15:15

After TikTok Bill Passage, The U.S. Government May Try to Ban DJI Next

Members of the U.S. Government may push forward with a bill that aims to ban DJI's drones and prevent them from operating at all within the country. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-4-26 19:30

Apple Announces ‘Let Loose’ Event on May 7, New iPads Expected

Apple announced its "Let Loose" event coming Tuesday, May 7, with little info accompanying the news. However, iPads and creative production are expected to be a main focus. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-4-23 18:47

What’s coming next from Sony: New ZV-E10II with new KIT lens coming in May. Two more lenses in June!

So folks, it’s time to look ahead because it appears we are going to get two more announcements from Sony in May and June. Trusted sources confirmed the ZV-E10II will be announced in May along a new APS-C E-mount kit lens optimized for “Vloggers”. In June we should get the 85mm f/1.4 GMII. I am… sonyalpharumors.com »

2024-4-23 17:42

Newly-Unearthed Photo May Reveal Iceberg That Sunk The Titanic

A rediscovered photo, that appears to show the iceberg that sank the Titanic 112 years ago, goes on auction this month.

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2024-4-19 14:21

OM System Warns macOS Changes May Prevent You From Updating Your Camera

OM System issued a warning to users with Apple computers, saying that due to security enhancements associated with macOS, it is possible that updating cameras through a Mac computer may not work correctly. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-4-19 21:55

Sony anticipates the shipment start for the new 24-50mm f/2.8 G

Sony planed to start shipment on May 24. But this has now been anticipated to May 10 at BHphoto, Adorama, Amazon, FocusCamera. Additionally today Sony Japan announced that this lens will ship from April 19 in Japan (before it was May 17). sonyalpharumors.com »

2024-4-5 12:52

Next Sony announcement in two weeks! ZV-E10II and 85mm GMII announcement in May/June?

got info about TWO announcements happening by Sony between now and early Summer: Mid April announcement: In mid April we are getting the Sony 16-25mm f/2. 8. I have no info yet about other products that might be announced on that event. sonyalpharumors.com »

2024-4-4 17:24

WhatsApp May Soon Be Adding AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools

WhatsApp is working on an AI-powered image editing tool that will allow users to edit photos within the app.

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2024-3-26 17:15

One-of-a-Kind Leica M4 Wrapped in Plastic May Fetch Big Bucks at Auction

While the October edition of the biannual Wetzlar Camera Auctions is still many months away, an item that will be available this fall has already been unveiled, and it's one of the strangest Leica cameras ever -- a Leica M4 wrapped in plastic and twine by the artist Christo. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-3-20 22:20

Leica May Whisper Luxury, But It Screams Art and Photography

Walking into Leica's new flagship store in New York City immediately evokes a sense of luxury, and yet, the space still feels welcoming. It's a tricky line to toe, but somehow the shop and gallery pulls it off. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-3-15 21:33

Panasonic’s Organic Sensor May Be Complete, But Likely Won’t Be Used

The future of Panasonic's organic sensor, a global shutter technology it has been developing with Fujifilm since 2013, doesn't look promising. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-3-12 22:44

The NFL May Finally Swap Its First-Down Chains for Cameras

Despite a combined valuation of its 32 teams nearing $150 billion, the National Football League (NFL) has long relied on a literal chain -- carried by a "chain gang" -- to measure first downs. petapixel.com »

2024-3-5 22:41

WhatsApp May Soon Stop Users From Screenshotting Your Profile Picture

WhatsApp may be working on a way to block users from screenshotting your profile picture.

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2024-2-22 15:34

This May Be Japan’s Moon Lander’s Final Photo as Lunar Night Descends

In space, no one can hear a shutter click, and so Japan's moon lander sent off what may be its final photo in silence.

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2024-2-6 00:19

Photographer and Kat Von D Go on Trial in Case That May Upend Tattoo Industry

Celebrity tattoo artist Kat Von D went on trial over a photographer's claims that an image of a Miles Davis tattoo she inked on a client infringed his copyright -- in a case that may upend the entire industry. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-1-24 14:57

Kentucky May Ban Cellular Trail Cameras and Drones on Public Land

Kentucky is reportedly considering a public land ban on the use of cellular trail cameras and drones in the state.

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2023-12-14 01:27

UK May Require Photo IDs or Facial Age-Check Scans to View Porn

The UK's Office of Communications -- otherwise known as Ofcom -- has published a draft of age-restriction guidelines for websites and online services that offer sexually explicit content. petapixel.com »

2023-12-6 23:23

Astronaut Drops Toolbox on Spacewalk and You May be Able to Photograph it

NASA astronauts who accidentally dropped their toolbox during a spacewalk may have provided a unique picture challenge to photographers on Earth. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2023-11-14 22:23

Wedding Photographer May Be Barred and Fined $80k For ‘Scamming Clients’

A wedding photographer may be fined $80,000 and temporarily barred from doing business for allegedly scamming clients.

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2023-11-7 20:21

Instagram May Soon Let You Create Your Own ‘AI Friend’

Instagram appears to be working on a new feature that will let users make their very own customizable "AI Friend."

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2023-11-3 17:54

EU Common Charger Law May Be Final Nail in Coffin for DSLRs

While the European Union's move to make USB-C the common charging standard for nearly all electronics by the end of next year is good news for many consumers, it may spell the end for DSLR cameras. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2023-10-31 21:02

New ZV-E1 Firmware Update 1.02 released

ZV-E1 at BHphoto, Amazon US&EU, Adorama. The new firmware is available here: sony. co. uk/electronics/support/e-mount-body-zv-e-series/zv-e1/software/00296225 Benefits and Improvements Fixes an issue where some movie metadata (Shutter Speed, Aperture, ISO, etc. sonyalpharumors.com »

2023-9-29 11:24

Framed Photo Found at Estate Sale for $2,200 May Sell for $250,000

In late 2021, photographer Jeff Sedlik acquired an old, faded, framed print at an estate sale in Connecticut for $2,200. After opening it, he realized it was actually two signed Alfred Stieglitz prints that together may sell for upwards of $250,000. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2023-9-19 20:50

Microsoft May Add AI Features to Windows Photos and Camera

Microsoft may be bringing artificial intelligent (AI) features to built-in Windows apps like Photos, Camera, Snipping Tool, and Paint. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2023-8-25 15:09

Photographers May Have to Embrace AI, Whether They Want To or Not

There are many different kinds of photographer. There are passionate hobbyists, professionals, amateurs, and smartphone shooters who have only a passing interest in photography. petapixel.com »

2023-6-15 22:01

New Astrhori 18mm f/8.0 macro will be announced on May 29th

  On May 29th Astrhori will announce this new 18mm f/8.0 macro lens. sonyalpharumors.com »

2023-5-28 19:02

Canon RF 100-300mm f/2.8L IS USM will start shipping on May 31, 2023

We have confirmed with multiple retailers that Canon will begin shipping the brand new Canon RF 100-300mm f/2. 8L IS USM to retailers in the next couple of weeks and will be in customers hands on May 31, 2023. canonrumors.com »

2023-5-10 11:34