The Sony A7V rumors are raising eyebrows — could it really ship without Open Gate, with a crop in 4K60p, and no pre-capture?

I am yet not 100% sure about this part of the Sony A7V rumor yet…but it looks like the chance is there that the Sony A7V will: NOT have Open Gate NOT have Pre Capture still have the crop in 4k60p BIG UPDATE: One of the listed “misses” is definitely WRONG according to a 100%… The post The Sony A7V rumors are raising eyebrows — could it really ship without Open Gate, with a crop in 4K60p, and no pre-capture? first appeared on sonyalpharumors. sonyalpharumors.com »

2025-11-12 17:56

OM System OM-5 II production sample gallery: out and about

When you use DPReview links to buy products, the site may earn a commission. Earlier this week, we released our review of the OM System OM-5 II. We didn't find any surprises when it comes to image quality (it uses the same sensor and processor as its predecessor, so it would've been a bit odd if we had), but, as always, our review processes included using the camera a lot. dpreview.com »

2025-11-5 17:00

‘Not Particularly Great Photo’ of Well-Dressed Man Outside Louvre Heist Goes Viral

An Associated Press photographer who snapped a viral image of a well-dressed young man near the Louvre heist in Paris has spoken about the photo he calls "not particularly great." [Read More] petapixel.com »

2025-10-30 13:04

Opinion piece, from a professional in the San Francisco Film Industry: The Sony FX3 II will not come before an FX6 II comes.

Our reader Tommy shared his interesting opinion about Sony’s FX strategy: The Sony FX3 II will not come before an FX6 II comes. The Sony FX3 and FX6 are used side by side in the film industry daily. sonyalpharumors.com »

2025-10-20 14:15

See the grain effect that's about to make the Nikon Zf even more retro

When you use DPReview links to buy products, the site may earn a commission. The ability to add a grain effect burnishes the Zf's retro credentials Photo: Richard Butler When Nikon showed us its two new DX lenses, it also let us try the Grain Effect processing that's about to arrive on the Nikon Zf. dpreview.com »

2025-10-20 17:00

Alert: Fake AI Sony Alpha Manuals Flooding Amazon

You may have noticed that AI generated FAKE Sony Alpha Guides are now flooding Amazon. A fee examples: This fake A7rV guide -> please do NOT buy! This fake A7IV guide  -> please do NOT buy! This fake RX100VI guide -> please do NOT buy! Those guides now make up of the vast majority of… The post Alert: Fake AI Sony Alpha Manuals Flooding Amazon first appeared on sonyalpharumors. sonyalpharumors.com »

2025-10-4 19:02

Ricoh GR IV sample gallery: part two

When you use DPReview links to buy products, the site may earn a commission. Ricoh GR IV | F2. 8 | 1/60 sec | ISO 800 | Out-of-camera JPEG, Std. color modePhoto: Mitchell Clark Earlier this week, we published our review of the Ricoh GR IV, a photographer's compact camera with an APS-C sensor. dpreview.com »

2025-9-29 16:00

The Fujifilm X-T30 II Is Not Discontinued, Remains an ‘Active Part’ of X-Series Line

Despite inaccurate reports and mislabeled product listings claiming otherwise, the Fujifilm X-T30 II is not discontinued, according to the company. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2025-9-29 23:16

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. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2025-9-23 15:53

Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG II Art sample gallery: light and bright

When you use DPReview links to buy products, the site may earn a commission. Sony a7CR | Sigma 35mm F1. 2 DG II Art | F1. 2 | 1/125 sec | ISO 100Photo: Mitchell Clark Earlier this week, Sigma announced a second-generation version of its full-frame 35mm F1. dpreview.com »

2025-9-15 16:00

Nikon Z5 II sample gallery

When you use DPReview links to buy products, the site may earn a commission. Nikon Z5II | Nikkor Z 24-70mm F2. 8 S | 70mm | 1/80 sec | F5 | ISO 500 | Raw reprocessed in-camera: WB warmed, D-lighting NormalPhoto: Richard Butler This week, we published our full review of the Nikon Z5II, naming it one of the best value cameras available for under $2000. dpreview.com »

2025-8-16 16:00

Universal Pictures Adds ‘May Not Be Used to Train AI’ to the End of its Movies

Universal Pictures has made a move in the ongoing AI dispute by adding a legal warning to its films at the end of the credits. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2025-8-14 18:34

Kodak warns of ‘substantial doubt’ over its future

Eastman Kodak warned investors on Monday that there is "substantial doubt" it will be able to continue to operate. The news came in the company's second-quarter earnings report, as CNN reports. dpreview.com »

2025-8-13 00:00

Sony RX1rIII review by iPhonedo: not for everyone, but for some, it’s magic.

Sony RX1rIII in Stock at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, Fotokoch, Fotoerhardt, Calumet, WexUK. His final thoughts about this camera: “This camera isn’t for spec sheet readers. ” It’s imperfect, impractical, but has charm and character. sonyalpharumors.com »

2025-8-9 17:46

Sigma Will Not Raise Prices Despite New 5% Tariff Increase

The 300-600mm lens price increased from $6,000 to $6,600 after the initial 10% tariff rate. Two months ago, Sigma raised the prices of all its lenses following the introduction of a 10% tariff on Japanese products. sonyalpharumors.com »

2025-8-5 17:31

Fujifilm X-E5 production sample gallery

When you use DPReview links to buy products, the site may earn a commission. We recently posted our review of the Fujifilm X-E5 and, as always, we took a lot of pictures with the camera while writing it. dpreview.com »

2025-8-3 16:00

‘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. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2025-7-25 12:51

Nikon Z5II image quality: a level of excellence we take for granted

When you use DPReview links to buy products, the site may earn a commission. Photo: Mitchell Clark We've put the Nikon Z5II through our studio scene as part of our upcoming review. And it's fair to say it doesn't present any major surprises. dpreview.com »

2025-7-10 17:00

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. petapixel.com »

2025-7-7 17:52

Not Buying a New Camera? Then You Need this

Professional photographers should check this out. Our photography insurance program is designed to be there when photographers really need it! We’re giving you more than the competition can in different ways! Here’s a little-known fact: the warranty of your camera or lens doesn’t necessarily cover what happens to it in case of dust, inclement weather, … thephoblographer.com »

2025-7-6 10:00

How good does the Sigma 17-40mm F1.8 make APS-C look?

When you use DPReview links to buy products, the site may earn a commission. Sigma 17-40mm F1. 8 DC Art @ 28mm | F1. 8 | 1/5000 sec | ISO 125 Photo: Richard Butler Sigma's 17-40mm F1. dpreview.com »

2025-6-19 17:00

Fujifilm X-E5 pre-production sample gallery: dialed-in

When you use DPReview links to buy products, the site may earn a commission. Fujifilm X-E5 | Fujifilm XF 23mm F2. 8 R WR | F2. 8 | 1/3200 sec | ISO 250 | Astia Photo: Richard Butler This week, Fujifilm announced the X-E5, a rangefinder-style mirrorless camera aimed at enthusiasts. dpreview.com »

2025-6-14 16:00

Why is Pamela Anderson Not Allowed to Age?

We have all seen the online drama and hate that has been thrown at the recent photographs of Pamela Anderson, age 57. This Canadian-American actress, model, and media personality has been the center of attention for nearly four decades. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2025-6-13 20:51

Your Lenses are More Important Than Your Camera

For over 15 years, the Phoblographer has been saying a very important thing: your lenses are more important than your camera. To this day, we continue to test new lenses on old cameras to give photographers an idea of what it's like to use them with older bodies with full understanding that not everyone wants to buy new cameras every two years. thephoblographer.com »

2025-6-11 13:00

4 Errors To Avoid in Food Photography

Food has been one of the few things strangers can bond over. It not only brings down walls of awkwardness but also allows people to share stories of their past, connect new threads of friendship. Food photography, in that regard, is not too far. thephoblographer.com »

2025-6-8 19:00

Is Pentax Working on Affordable Zoom Lenses?

Ricoh's Pentax may not have a massive market share, but the company certainly has a loyal set of users. One of the few brands that still work with DSLRs and film cameras, Pentax recently won the hearts (and award) for its popular camera, the Pentax 17. thephoblographer.com »

2025-6-8 13:00

Why We’re Not Trusting The Yashica FX-D100 and FX-D300

Today’s biggest camera releases often focus on clinical sharpness, blazing fast autofocusing speeds, and the ability to capture images that are more perfect than what exists in the real world, and honestly, it’s kind of boring. thephoblographer.com »

2025-6-3 10:00

You’ve Not Seen an Anamorphic Lens Like This Before

Chinese lens maker Blazar's latest anamorphic lens series is highly unusual. The Blazar Beetle 1.33x anamorphic lenses for full-frame cameras feature a rotatable design, supporting distinct horizontal and vertical anamorphic shooting and expanded cropping possibilities. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2025-5-15 20:52

Viltrox 35mm f1.2 FE Lab Review: Not Done by an Influencer

I didn't think that it could be done, but Viltrox made a 35mm f1. 2 autofocusing lens that I want to carry around with me all the time. And I'm not talking about for just work, but a true 35mm f1. thephoblographer.com »

2025-5-14 13:00

Panasonic S 24-60mm f2.8 Review: Not Done by an Influencer

Previously, a Panasonic 24-60mm f2. 8 lens was teased to the press. And now, that lens is launching. We've got to be honest, we kind of wanted an f2 instead. However, we're getting something with insanely fast focusing. thephoblographer.com »

2025-5-13 17:00

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. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2025-5-6 17:01

It’s Time to Say Goodbye to a Famed Fujifilm X Series Camera

Not too long ago, we wrote a piece about Nikon and Fujifilm both discontinuing their famous cameras and lenses. It now appears that Fujifilm has discontinued another device, a camera, this time, overseas. thephoblographer.com »

2025-5-2 07:00

Freepik’s AI Image Generator Was Not Trained on Stolen Images

Freepik, a platform that provides free images, has introduced a new open-source AI image model named F Lite. Unveiled on Tuesday (yesterday), Freepik claims the model is "responsible AI" since it has been trained solely on commercially licensed, safe-for-work content. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2025-5-1 19:38

Airport Security Film Pouch Tells Staff ‘Do Not X-ray’ in Seven Languages

Traveling through airport security while carrying film can be a stressful affair. Analog photographers often request staff hand-check film to avoid it getting fried in an X-ray machine and it is luck of the draw whether they cooperate or not. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2025-4-23 19:10

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.

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2025-4-22 16:00

You’re Probably Not Using Lightroom Presets to Their Full Potential

As a photographer, if there is one thing I despise when editing my photos, it is jumping between multiple editing apps with one single photo and ending up with duplicate files where my settings are burned in and can’t be tweaked down the line. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2025-4-13 18:00

Nikon Z5II pre-production sample gallery: a time-tested sensor

When you use DPReview links to buy products, the site may earn a commission. Sample galleryThis widget is not optimized for RSS feed readers. Click here to open it in a new browser window / tab. This week, Nikon announced the Z5II, its entry-level full-frame camera. dpreview.com »

2025-4-7 16:00

Dear Apple Photos: My Grandmother Was Not a Dog

Kind, caring, and generous. These adjectives describe two important parts of my life; my late grandmother Anna, and my wife's late dog Buckeye. These are where the similarities end, but not according to Apple's Photos app. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2025-4-5 17:01

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. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2025-4-5 15:52

400 Hollywood Stars Warn Trump Not to Let AI Companies Exploit Copyright Laws

Over 400 Hollywood creative leaders wrote an open letter urging the U.S. government to stop companies like Open AI and Google from weakening copyright rules. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2025-3-21 18:07

France Taught Me How NOT to Be a Photographer

In April of 2023, my family and I sold nearly everything, left Los Angeles, and moved to the southwest of France.

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2025-3-17 19:13

AI Will Not ‘Kill’ Photography, But it Will Certainly Do This

The explosion of artificial intelligence has been a challenge in many spheres. From literature to coding, AI is not able to do pretty much work on everything on its own. While the results are not always the best, they are still being used to reduce or completely replace the workforce. thephoblographer.com »

2025-3-16 10:00

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. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2025-3-13 15:58

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. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2025-3-12 17:39

Curiosity: Zeiss says the new OTUS lenses do not rely on digital lens corrections

The Otus 1.4/55 (ZF2. mount) is next to the Otus 1.4/50 (E mount) on the right. There is a huge difference in size, and the weight also differs by about 300g (via DC.watch) PetaPixel had a chat with Zeiss manager and he said this about the lens design: “With the Otus way, we are not… The post Curiosity: Zeiss says the new OTUS lenses do not rely on digital lens corrections first appeared on sonyalpharumors. sonyalpharumors.com »

2025-3-11 16:50

Zeiss Otus ML 50mm F1.4 pre-production sample gallery

When you use DPReview links to buy products, the site may earn a commission. Sony a7CR V | Zeiss Otus ML 50mm F1. 4 | F1. 4 | 1/50 sec | ISO 4000Photo: Mitchell Clark This week, Zeiss announced that it was returning to making lenses after having not released any stills-focused models since 2019. dpreview.com »

2025-3-4 17:00

Camera enthusiasts already have a lot of thoughts on Sigma's "radically simple" BF camera

When you use DPReview links to buy products, the site may earn a commission. Photo: Sigma On Monday, Sigma kicked off what looks to be a very busy week in camera news by announcing a new full-frame mirrorless camera called the BF. dpreview.com »

2025-2-26 22:30

Elon Musk Says He’s Not Interested in Buying TikTok

Elon Musk says he has not put in a bid for TikTok, the popular social media platform that is facing a divest-or-ban law because of national security concerns in the United States. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2025-2-10 13:45

OM System Must Be Careful Not to Become Ubisoft

Late last night, OM System announced the OM-3. It costs $2,000... for now. I expect that will change very soon because I've been conditioned by the company to believe so. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2025-2-7 22:53

Why Tamron Needs to Step Up Its Fast Prime Lens Game

Tamron is one of the few companies that has evolved impressively over the years. There was a time when one would not consider purchasing a third-party lens, as it was not often considered "the best" by many photographers. thephoblographer.com »

2025-2-4 17:00