Bird photography is one of the most rewarding and yet challenging genres of photography. Here are some tips for better avian photos, along with why photographing birds is good for you.
Earlier this week, Panasonic unveiled the Lumix ZS300, also known as the TZ300 in some markets. The new compact camera is nearly identical to its predecessor, released in early 2018, except for one big thing: the ZS200's electronic viewfinder has been removed, replaced with nothing but more plastic. There are logical explanations for this, but they do little to stop me from disliking the change.
The National Gallery of Art has announced a major expansion of its collection, including a significant group of early American photographs from the Civil War.
In landscape photography, we usually want to capture either the grandeur or the subtlety of the natural world, and sometimes both at once. It's the light that dictates the scene's atmosphere, and planning for it is all-important.
An ultra-wide lens is not something I often reach for. They can be useful as interior architecture lenses, for capturing dramatic vistas, and even for the occasional shot on the street, however, I usually find the propensity of the lenses to capture so much in the frame a tricky proposition.
A group of photographs by Diane Arbus will headline an upcoming sale at Bonhams in New York, drawn from the personal collection of Lily Tomlin and Jane Wagner.
When I was in college, I had the opportunity to spend a semester abroad in Florence, Italy to study. There, I took a "Chemistry of Art" class that culminated in a visit to the Opificio delle Pietre Dure, where priceless works of art are on display. It is also where many are stored and maintained.
U.K. filmmaker Guy Loftus has launched Rushes, stylized rushes, a new video hosting and sharing platform designed to fill the void left by a reshaped Vimeo. The platform is built by video creators, for video creators.
Capturing the impossible, photographer Michael Clark documented Red Bull Air Force wingsuit skydivers as they soared beneath the shimmering Aurora Borealis. He shares how months of planning, technical innovation, and high-stakes collaboration culminated in images that make the sky itself look alive.
Mint Camera has announced the Sharpa Lens, a newly-designed replacement optic for the Polaroid SX-70 that it says is "the sharpest lens ever made" for the instant camera.
Nikon's original Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S and Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S lenses were already superb when they were released in 2019 and 2020, delivering great optical performance and dependable autofocus inside a well-designed chassis. However, much has changed in lens design in the years since, and Nikon's even better, significantly lighter 24-70mm f/2.8 S II and 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II zooms reflect multifaceted technological advancements.
The National Geographic Museum of Exploration officially opens June 26 in Washington, D.C., inviting visitors to experience the power of photography, storytelling, and human curiosity. The museum features exhibitions that celebrate exploration, scientific discovery, and visual storytelling, with photography at its heart.
Spring is a busy time for photographers, and with World Backup Day coming up on March 31, there’s no better moment to stock up on memory cards. Prices have risen recently, but today’s deals give you a chance to grab top-quality SD, microSD, and CFexpress cards at meaningful discounts.
The London Camera Exchange has announced the winners of its LCE Photographer of the Year 2026 (LCE POTY) competition.
The global shortage of solid state memory has claimed its first photographic victim, as Sony has announced that it is suspending fulfillment of all orders for nearly its entire SD and CFexpress memory card product lines.
A YouTube video from a relatively new channel has lampooned the state of modern photography that many will find relatable.
In March 2004, Australian photographer Robert Edwards asked a simple but meaningful question on Rob Galbraith's now-defunct photography forums: "Could Adobe make a RAW format?" The answer was very much "yes," and Adobe announced the DNG format, or Digital Negative, later that same year. Now, more than two decades later, DNG is now the official standard under the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
In January, Meta revealed it was pausing international rollout for its new Ray-Ban Display Glasses, citing supply concerns. That might not be the only issue.
An Associated Press photographer has recounted how he captured President Trump's first Cabinet meeting since the United States and Israel launched airstrikes on Iran.
A series of century-old photographs documents the Havasupai, a Native American tribe that has lived in the Grand Canyon region for more than a thousand years.
Apple is discontinuing the Mac Pro and has no plans to offer future hardware in the Mac Pro line, the company told 9to5Mac today. The last Mac Pro was announced in 2023 and, even then, was a confusing product.
In a move that feels equal parts marketing stunt and dream assignment, Icelandair is searching for what it calls a “really bad photographer.” Not aspiring, not improving, and definitely not professional, but genuinely bad, with a 10-day trip to Iceland and $50,000 on the line.
Marine biologist Dr. Nathan Robinson went viral over a decade ago for a video of him removing a straw from a sea turtle's nostril. However, Dr. Robinson is so much more than that viral moment. He has dedicated his career to studying and helping marine life. One way he does so is through TurtleCam, cameras safely attached to sea turtle shells that capture their behavior and habitat in remarkable detail.
When Ricoh announced the GR IV Monochrome, many fans of the format first cheered because it was a long time coming, then cried in dismay at the cost. Many voiced opinions that it was a "cash grab," but Ricoh explains that matching optics to the specialized sensor was just very costly.
Sam Altman has always cut a strange figure to me; like a teenager in many ways. Even his Twitter bio, "AI is cool I guess," is a sullen and petulant remark.
I flew to Atlanta expecting to cover a lens launch and came away with something far more meaningful. The debut of the Zeiss Otus ML 35mm f/1.4 was framed as a first look, but what Zeiss created was not a traditional showcase. Instead, it became an evening centered on artists, storytelling, and a sense of community that rarely takes the spotlight in this industry.
By and large, big tech executives love AI. There is some reporting that executives now say "AI" more than they say "earnings," so the love affair is real. Thankfully, camera brands see the same line in the sand: not one of them thinks generative AI belongs in a camera.
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) and Hubble Space Telescope joined forces to deliver the most comprehensive view of Saturn ever captured. JWST contributed infrared light data, peering at the planet's surface, while Hubble's visible light imagery showcases the gas giant's atmosphere and cloud cover. Together, the strikingly different views deliver a greater understanding of Saturn and fantastic portraits, no less.
A well-known Pentax leaker with a strong history of being right has said a new Pentax DSLR is coming this year. That's certainly possible, but based on very recent conversations with company leadership, you should probably temper your expectations.
Drones have become part of the photographer's toolkit, but they can be daunting. This is where the Micro Drone 3.0 Neo by Extreme Fliers comes in.
High-profile artist and photographer Rashid Johnson has captured rapper Jay-Z for the latest cover of GQ magazine.
Is there room for a new full-frame 35mm film camera? When the Pentax 17 half-frame camera came out, it represented a serious risk to see if beginner photographers would be willing to buy a new camera. When you consider the saturated used camera market with all of the options that are still available, it’s hard to imagine much demand for a camera that will cost substantially more.
Tamron has announced a significant price hike for three of its lenses in Japan, but Tamron Americas tells PetaPixel there is no accompanying price increase to announce in other markets.
A Christian wedding photographer will be paid hundreds of thousands of dollars in legal fees by the city of Louisville, Kentucky, after a years-long case over a law requiring her to photograph same-sex weddings.
A Los Angeles jury has found that Meta and Google are liable for harm caused to a young woman who says she developed an addiction to their platforms as a child, awarding her a total of $6 million in damages.
LK Samyang kicked off its "Prima" series of lightweight, affordable prime lenses in late 2024 with the AF 35mm f/1.4 P. After launching the Prima AF 16mm f/2.8 and AF 85mm f/1.8 lenses last year, LK Samyang is revisiting the 35mm focal length with a smaller, lighter, and more affordable AF 35mm f/1.8 Prima prime for full-frame Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras.
DJI has announced the Avata 360, an 8K immersive drone that is equipped with dual Type 1 sensors and all of DJI's top-end sensors and transmission technology. With the promise of "exquisite clarity" in video and up to 120 megapixel photos, DJI is clearly aiming to take down Insta360's Antigravity.
Caitlin Clark has become the latest sports star to pick up a camera and try capturing the action instead of being in it, appearing last night at an NBA basketball game.
Like its flagships, Vivo focuses on mobile photography with its mid-range V Series, and the V70 aims to carry that torch. While not a dramatic shift, key moves with the user experience make this a likeable device for several reasons.
AI-powered post-processing platform Aftershoot has published what it describes as binding public commitments, outlining three key pillars for how the company will develop, implement, and utilize artificial intelligence as part of its product offering.
Photographers would be forgiven for thinking that Panasonic is no longer committed or interested in developing new Micro Four Thirds products, but as the company told PetaPixel at CP+ 2026 in Japan, it is still very much interested in developing new MFT products that capitalize on the format's core strengths.
This week, ON1 announced Restore AI for its Photo RAW MAX software. The company says the goal is to give photographers the ability to restore old photos using a "powerful new AI photo restoration module," but what it appears to do instead is dramatically change the photos into AI hallucinations.
Harlowe has introduced an expanded lineup of Max Bi-Color LED monolight kits, built around a 120W fixture with Bluetooth-based wireless control, an included Fresnel zoom lens, and a magnetic accessory mounting system. The range includes Creator and Master kits with both AC-powered and battery-powered options, addressing different production needs from studio setups to on-location production.
A new exhibition explores how group photography has shaped and reflected ideas of community across history and into the present.
A recent survey found that more than half of mothers are “almost never” in their own family photos.
Photographers often feel like certain camera technology has plateaued. Sure, sensors get a little better, autofocus improves with each generation, and cameras are faster than ever. However, camera tech rarely improves by leaps and bounds like it once did. Canon believes AI may fuel many of the biggest camera tech breakthroughs in the coming years.
The Audubon Photography Awards has selected its 10 favorite videos from its 2025 competition, which capture various fascinating bird behaviors.
This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and Jaron Schneider discuss Panasonic's response to its plans for L-mount. While the company is working on a successor to the S1H series, it isn't very interested in trying to compete with Nikon, Canon, and Sony on the sports, action, and wildlife front.
Meta has been ordered to pay $375 million after a New Mexico jury found the tech giant liable for failing to protect children from exploitation and harmful content on its platforms.
The wheels are quite literally falling off NASA's Mars Curiosity Rover, which is still trundling over the Red Planet some 13 years after it was dropped off there.
