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. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2025-7-18 17:38

Fotodiox Pro Fusion Smart AF Adapter: Use Sony Lenses on Nikon Z cameras

This article isn't going to get into the question of why someone owning a Nikon Z camera would want to use a Sony E-mount lens. Nor is it going to discuss which of the two brands has better autofocus modes or lens performance. thephoblographer.com »

2025-7-14 07:00

When AI Can Geolocate a Photo, Is There Any Hope for Vacation Privacy?

In April, ChatGPT users stumbled across the AI's unnervingly accurate ability to locate where just about any photo was taken. At first blush, it seems harmless, but a recent story on Vox points out that it's now very easy to stalk someone from just their social media photos. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2025-6-13 22:16

There’s Something Off About That Chinese Paraglider Video

Major news organizations are pulling the viral video of a Chinese paraglider who allegedly flew to the height of Mount Everest after accusations at least part of it is AI-generated. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2025-6-3 17:30

Are There Any Limits to What We Can Do With Lenses Now? | The PetaPixel Podcast

We've seen some incredible lens designs in recent years, but last week's announcement of a Sony 50-150mm f/2 GM got us wondering what the limits of reasonable lens development are now. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2025-5-1 19:59

There is a new major Sony announcement coming soon!

I got a 100% reliable confirmation that within a month Sony will have another mayor E-mount announcement. One could be related to this camera series but I have been old there is “one more thing” for all of us ;) Stay tuned! To not miss any new rumor subscribe our newsletter and social networks: Social… The post There is a new major Sony announcement coming soon! first appeared on sonyalpharumors. sonyalpharumors.com »

2025-5-1 16:32

Fujifilm GFX100RF Review: The Brutally Honest Review

Want to know how I know that the Fujifilm GFX100RF was made for photographers and not really for video shooters? Well, there are a lot of ways. But perhaps my favorite is that, like the Fujifilm X100vi, they didn't even put a video record button on it. thephoblographer.com »

2025-4-29 22:00

The “Untitled” Dilemma: Artistic Genius or Pretentious Posturing?

An anonymous person once said: "A picture is a thousand words," but there have been instances when a caption itself is worth a thousand words. This has been seen on various occasions, especially when one visits a photography festival or plain gallery walls. thephoblographer.com »

2025-4-28 13:00

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. canonrumors.com »

2025-4-7 10:56

Fujifilm weighs in: "There's a lot of potential in compact cameras"

2012's XF1 was just one of a range of high-end compacts Fujifilm produced in the past. Photo: DPReview. com In our interview with Yuji Igarashi, Fujifilm's Divisional Manager, Professional Imaging Group, he seems to hint at more affordable models, aimed at first-time photographers. dpreview.com »

2025-3-20 22:27

Weigh in: which CP+ announcements do you want a closer look at?

Logo: CP+ As we enter the second day of the CP+ trade show, we'd like to hear from you: are there any announcements that you think warrant a closer look? Our editors Dale Baskin and Richard Butler are on location in Japan, and have already gone hands-on with Canon's new V1 vlogging compact and the Sigma BF. dpreview.com »

2025-2-28 01:29

Sony 400-800mm f6.3-8 G Review: Handheld to 1/50th

The Sony 400-800mm f6. 3-f8 G is something that I would've expected OM System to release. However, this time it's not them -- it's a full-frame Sony lens. Very much designed for the passionate birding and wildlife photographer, there's a lot of wonderful things to love about this internal zooming lens. thephoblographer.com »

2025-2-26 17:00

The Canon Powershot V1 Has a Very Curious Sensor

There's good news: the Powershot is back in the form of the new Canon Powershot V1. This sees the camera lineup return to a familiar form factor that so many of us have known in this industry for years. thephoblographer.com »

2025-2-21 07:00

Save big on Laptops during the Mega Deal Zone Event

The B&H Photo Mega Deal Zone 2025 event is live. Most of the discounts will end on January 16, 2025 at 23:59 EST. There is a lot more than just camera gear and accessories with big discounts. canonrumors.com »

2025-1-16 16:32

Black Friday: Save on SDXC cards from various brands at B&H Photo

There are more discounts on memory cards at B&H Photo. There are currently a lot of SDXC cards with good to great discounts from various brands including Lexar, SanDisk, OWC, Sony and more. There are also a lot of multipack deals from various brands Some of the Biggest Discounts Check out all of the discounts [...] Source canonrumors.com »

2024-11-29 17:49

Stay tuned…there is some hope ;)

This year has been odd…. slow…unexciting…but things might change very soon…I am working on it…stay tuned ;) – If you have more info about the next Sony cameras and lenses you can share send me a message using this contact box or at sonyalpharumors@gmail. sonyalpharumors.com »

2024-10-16 13:51

There’s a Large Hole in the Wheel of NASA’s Mars Curiosity Rover

Twelve years of rolling around on Mars has apparently taken its toll on NASA's Curiosity rover after photographs showed a large hole in the middle of one of its wheels. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-10-4 18:06

There will be changes to the Canon EOS R1 before launch

The Canon EOS R1 is scheduled to become available in November for $6299 USD, and the camera is already in production at a supposed rate of 3700 units a month. The EOS R1 was first used professionally Formula 1 races and the Paris games this past July, but it has continued to be professionally tested [...] Source canonrumors.com »

2024-10-2 20:10

There is a new Tamron lens coming this week!

Good Morning folks! Just got the proof that Tamron will announce a new lens this week. Will post the rumor as soon as I am back online (I am mountain biking now). sonyalpharumors.com »

2024-9-24 11:46

There is a Good Reason For Why Ricoh’s Theta X Now Shoots DNG RAWs

Two and a half years after its release, the Ricoh Theta X 360-degree camera can finally record RAW images.

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2024-9-21 21:31

Low-light Photography Tips for The Experienced Photographer

There are tons of tutorials out there for photographers who want to get started in low light. We think that much of that stuff can be easily found in our archives, on YouTube, or in books. Seriously, we recommend that every photographer get their hands on books because that's still the ultimate way to experience images. thephoblographer.com »

2024-8-30 22:00

Sony 85mm f1.4 GM II vs Sony 85mm f1.8: There’s a Clear Answer

If you've been a Sony user for a long time, then you know what I'm talking about. Several photographers bought the 85mm f1. 8 lens instead of the original G Master. To them, there just wasn't anything special about it that was worth the upgrade. thephoblographer.com »

2024-8-29 19:01

Nikon's new HQ has some fun photographic easter eggs

Image: Nikon Nikon started operating out of its new headquarters in Tokyo earlier this year, and a few recent posts have shown a few fun Easter eggs hidden around the campus. Last week, Reddit user tomyan112 posted an image of a manhole cover designed to look like a Nikon lens cap to the site's "Design Porn" board. dpreview.com »

2024-8-28 20:08

Let me get my hands on a hands-on compact

The Olympus XZ-2, with its clicking command dial and touchscreen control panel offered a good level of control in a small body. Sadly, despite the fast lens, its small sensor struggled as the light levels fell. dpreview.com »

2024-8-6 17:00

Nikon Z6III added to studio scene, making image quality clear

When you use DPReview links to buy products, the site may earn a commission. Photo: Richard Butler We've just received a production Nikon Z6III and took it into our studio immediately to get a sense for how the sensor really performs. dpreview.com »

2024-7-25 16:00

Hot EU deal: Sony ZV-E1 gets 210€ coupon code discount at Amazon

There is now a 210 Euro voucher on the Sony ZV-E1 sold by Amazon Germany (Click here). There are similar deals in other Amazon stores like Amazon UK (on this page), Amazon Italy (on this page), Amazon France (on this page). sonyalpharumors.com »

2024-7-6 09:03

Interview with Sigma CEO Yamaki…and will there be a 85-150mm f/1.8?

CineD had a chat with Sigma CEO Yamaki. The only curiosity I had not thought of is whether Sigma will also someday make a full-frame version of the current APS-C 50-100 mm f/1. 8 DC HSM Art zoom. This would be a 77-150 mm lens. sonyalpharumors.com »

2024-6-13 16:57

There are some great lighting deals at Adorama

There are currently a lot of great deals on lighting and studio at Adorama from many brands including GVM, Flashpoint, Godox, Rotolight and more. Highlighted Deals canonrumors.com »

2024-5-30 10:39

Nikon Announced a Gorgeous New Backpack, But There’s a Catch

Nikon announced a partnership with lifestyle brand Gaston Luga to produce what it bills as a stylish yet functional weather-resistant camera backpack, but it isn't available to buy. petapixel.com »

2024-5-2 18:07

iOS app mood.camera aims to recreate the experience of shooting film

Image: mood. camera A new camera app that wants to offer a film-like experience is now available. The mood. camera app (iOS only) targets fans of analog photography and consists of 14 film-like filters. dpreview.com »

2024-4-23 16:00

Stock levels for the RF 50mm f/1.8 STM seem to be dwindling in some places

There are reports from a couple of countries on the planet that the RF 50mm f/1. 8 STM is either hard to get or retailers are unable to order it. First, asobinet reports that there is no stock from big retailer Camera Kitamura. canonrumors.com »

2024-4-18 09:38

Full-frame Foveon sensor "still at design stage" says Sigma CEO, "but I'm still passionate"

Sigma owner and CEO Kazuto Yamaki, who spoke to us at the CP+ conference in Yokohama, early this spring. Photo: Richard Butler "Unfortunately, we have not made any significant progress since last year," says Sigma owner and CEO Kazuto Yamaki, when asked about the planned full-frame Foveon camera. dpreview.com »

2024-4-16 17:00

There seems to be a supply issue for camera manufacturers in Japan

Sony 24-50mm G at BHphoto, Adorama, Amazon, FotoErhardt, Calumet, Fotokoch, WexUK, ParkCameras, Jessops. You might have noticed that the last product announced by Sony (A9III, 300GM, 24-50G) did only ship out 3 months after the announcement. sonyalpharumors.com »

2024-3-16 19:37

The Film Recipes Every Canon Photographer Needs

There's something about the way that film recipes look that gives us all spellbound. It's seriously almost like we were cursed by the wizards of photography to believe that every time we see film photos, we'd fall madly in love. thephoblographer.com »

2024-2-28 08:00

Matthew Jordan Smith Gives You 3 Important Photography Tips

There are lots of photographers who aren't talked about as much as they should be these days despite the incredible work that they've done. And one of those is Matthew Jordan Smith. Smith is a photographer who did incredible work before the Instagram and Facebook algorithms started to dominate everything. thephoblographer.com »

2024-2-8 20:00

Yes, Mr. Samsung Exec, There is Such a Thing as a ‘Real’ Photo

In a recent interview, a Samsung executive attempted to gaslight us all by saying that no photo is really "real."

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2024-2-8 20:47

Samsung Argues That There is ‘No Such Thing as a Real Picture’

In a recent interview with Samsung regarding its push into generative AI, the South Korean company took a strong and, likely, polarizing stance: there is no such thing as a real picture. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-2-6 20:12

Samsung Wants an Apple-Like Ecosystem, But Its Path There Isn’t So Simple

Samsung often touts its ecosystem of devices as a boon to productivity, especially when you combine its smartphones, tablets, and laptops together. But how truly effective is it? And is it too intricate to be more adaptable? [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-1-20 01:31

The Holidays are Over. But There’s Still Time to Get Great Glass

It's the last week to get these savings! The Tamron Holiday deals are here for 2023. Amongst the best ones are the 35-150mm f2-2. 8 for E mount. This lens is highly regarded not only as the company's best lens but also as one of the best lenses for the Sony E mount at this time. thephoblographer.com »

2023-12-26 14:00

This Lens Can Get You the Bird Photos You Really Want!

Tamron's 50-400mm is quite a fascinating one. There aren't many like it on the market, and it's highly capable for anyone that does wildlife and more. The Tamron Holiday deals are here for 2023. thephoblographer.com »

2023-12-13 20:00

These are For the Person Who Loves Small Prime Lenses

All of LUMIX's lenses in their small prime range have a 67mm filter thread -- and they're so easy to bring around with you at all times. You should pair them with a great camera too! In our minds, the Panasonic S5 II is one of the best budget full-frame cameras that you can get your hands on. thephoblographer.com »

2023-12-12 08:00

One of the Best Budget Full-Frame Cameras Has a Discount

In our minds, the Panasonic S5 II is one of the best budget full-frame cameras that you can get your hands on. Why? It's got access to tons of lenses in the L-Mount, for one. But there are also tons of great features on it that few other cameras have. thephoblographer.com »

2023-12-4 20:00

Is Leica Portugal Even Really Relevant?

There's a particular kind of snobbery in the Leica world that's not unfamiliar to fans of Japanese camera brands. For example, if you told a Fujifilm camera user that most of their lenses are made in the Philippines and not Japan, they'd probably look at them in a different way. thephoblographer.com »

2023-11-22 23:00

There are Some Surprises in Sony’s a9 III Lens Compatibility List

While the dust has not fully settled following Sony's reveal of the groundbreaking a9 III camera, Sony Japan has published a new support document that will help photographers prepare for the arrival of the camera next year. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2023-11-16 23:40

Artists and Photographers Bemoan There is No Way to Opt Out of Meta’s AI

After Meta announced that its new artificial intelligence (AI) models were trained on public Instagram and Facebook posts; it began allowing people to "opt-out" of the training data. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2023-10-27 18:10

Vivo V29 Review: There’s Not Enough New Here

Only months after launching the V27 Pro and V27, Vivo comes back with the V29 as yet another option, giving its V-Series a fair bit of attention. Releasing successive models within the same calendar year is unusual for any brand, but Vivo seems to think pumping them out in shorter cycles is serving a market that wants them. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2023-10-13 00:16

Is There Any Real Benefit to Retro Camera Design?

This week Nikon launched the Zf, a full-frame retro-inspired camera that packs some serious technology and gives us a glimpse into the company's future. But we have some questions about retro design: is it all nostalgia or is there more to it? [Read More] petapixel.com »

2023-9-21 21:01

There are hints of a version II of a current RF lens coming in 2024 [CR2]

The Canon EOS R system was originally announced with 4 lenses, the RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM, RF 28-70mm f/2L USM, RF 50mm f/1. 2L USM and the RF 35mm f/1. 8 IS STM Macro. The second round of announcements came about 6 months later with the pair of 85mm f/1. canonrumors.com »

2023-9-19 13:54

Why Square Format Portraits are the Best

There's something about the square format portrait that I think lends itself to being perfect for anything.  In fact, there are a ton of reasons why. Unfortunately, it isn't always as widely accepted in the photography communtiy despite there being validation for the format. thephoblographer.com »

2023-9-19 13:00

How to Learn Photography: Inspired by Ernest Hemingway

Ernest Hemingway once said, “There is nothing to writing. All you do is sit down at a typewriter and bleed. ” The same could be said about any form of art, including photography. There are times when, at the end of a long shoot, I look down at my fingers, half expecting to see some physical manifestation from the currents of creativity flowing out of my fingertips. thephoblographer.com »

2023-8-24 13:00