Photographer Awarded Damages After Being Strip-Searched by Greek Police
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Photographer Has Fist Fight With Mountain Lion After It Attacked His Dog
A photographer who pulled over to change lenses during a trip to Yellowstone National Park got into a fight with a 70-pound mountain lion after the big cat pinned him to the ground.
Google Photos Bug Leaves Users Unable to Share, Delete or Edit Images
A Googles Photos bug is preventing users from sharing, editing and deleting, and adding images to an album.
The Magic of Mystery: Why Great Images of Nature Ask More Questions Than They Answer
There’s a paradox at the heart of great photography: what you choose not to show your audience is often more powerful and provocative than what you reveal. In an age of oversharing and instant gratification, mystery has become the photographer’s secret weapon and perhaps the most undervalued tool of all. The unseen, the suggested, and the ambiguous can transform a literal photograph into an expressive one that haunts us long after we’ve looked away.
SmallRig’s Optical Viewfinders Solve Problems Both Real and Imagined
SmallRig has announced a pair of external optical viewfinders designed to give photographers more options for framing their photos with their go-to cameras.
Brightin Star’s Wild 50mm f/2 Tri-Sight With Customizable Bokeh Is Here
Brightin Star's distinctly unusual 50mm f/2 Tri-Sight lens announced at CP+ has officially launched. The manual focus lens is available for E, L, RF, and Z-mount full-frame cameras and promises three rendering modes.
Urban Explorers Make Grisly Discovery While Photographing Abandoned Home
Two urban explorers who were photographing an abandoned home in the U.K. made a horrific discovery.
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A lion half-hidden in the grass can be more intriguing than one in plain sight. In “The Magic of Mystery,” Richard Bernabe explores how the things we leave unseen can keep viewers looking. Through his wildlife and landscape photographs, he shows how shadows, silhouettes, and partial framing leave room for the viewer’s imagination.
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This Simple Trick Could Save Your Trail Camera From Bugs
With summer officially over and fall now upon us, people operating trail cameras might find their equipment is now filled with bugs.
But don't fret. Jason Say from Magnet Outdoors has a handy hack: put your trail cam in the freezer for a half hour and voila, the bugs are gone.
This Sony FX5 Plate Adds Mounting Options Without Much Bulk
Bright Tangerine's new FX5 Corner Top Plate for Sony's upcoming FX5 cinema camera expands the camera's mounting options without the need of a special cage. As Newsshooter reports, the mount attaches to the top corner of the FX5 body and adds a cold shoe and M4 thread for rod brackets to the camera without adding much bulk. It doesn't obstruct the FX5's shoe, which means it doesn't prevent using the optional EVF. It also doesn't block the user from having a cage on the FX5, at least in the case of a Bright Tangerine cage. The $25 plate looks like a useful accessory for future FX5 owners who are waiting impatiently for the delayed camera to finally arrive.
Adobe and the NHL Lace Up the Skates
Adobe and the National Hockey League (NHL) announced a new partnership on the eve of the 2026-27 NHL season. Adobe will provide AI technology to support to the NHL's ambitions to grow and reach more fans. Adobe says it will provide the NHL and its fans with AI-powered tools to create new fan experiences and personalize how they interact with the NHL.
“The National Hockey League has built an extraordinary connection with its fans, and Adobe is helping them take that relationship to the next level by using AI to deepen personalization and empower everyone to create," says Lara Balazs, CMO and EVP of global marketing, Adobe. "With Adobe's enterprise solutions, the League will be able to scale relevant, engaging content across every channel where fans spend their time, fueling operational efficiencies and unlocking individual creativity."
The NHL sits fourth among North American professional sports leagues in terms of annual revenue and hopes to close the NBA's lead. Expanded engagement with fans and improved brand awareness certainly can't hurt.
Lomomatic 110 Film Camera Meets… Ladybugs?
Lomography's popular Lomomatic 110 camera, by far the most prevalent 110-format film camera on the market today, is coming in a ladybug-themed design. The Lomomatic 110 Camera and Flash Ladybug sports a black and red design with black dots. Other than its glossy red and black design, it's like Lomography's other Lomomatic 110 cameras, meaning it sports a 23mm f/2.8 Minitar CX lens and captures photos to 110 film. It's $119, although currently out of stock.
The Hisense RoamView Lets a Screen Follow You Everywhere
In case you really can't go a second without looking at a screen, Hisense has announced the RoamView: a $1,200 32-inch portable touchscreen running Android that you can roll around with you through your house and even into the backyard. It has a camera, so you can even take video calls on it.
If you were ever afraid of a future where content couldn't be delivered to you constantly or where you would be unreachable by a Teams call for a nanosecond, then this is the savior you were looking for.
Seriously though, this feels extremely Wall-E.
Marques Brownlee Is Just as Concerned About Siri Recap As We Are
Apple's new Watch Series 12 isn't a huge upgrade, but there are nice features. But there are two new features that gave us pause, and Marques Brownlee agrees in a video published today: Siri Recap and Live Rewind both feel icky.
"This generation of Apple Watch is listening to you all the time. This is a privacy nightmare," Brownlee says. We agree.
No one asked for this, and I don't think anyone actually wants it either. Neither feature is out yet, and maybe Apple might reconsider it after feedback. We hope so, because even if someone opts-in to use it, everyone else that it records hasn't necessarily consented. That's not okay.
NPPA Applauds Media Solidarity Against White House Ban
The National Press Photographers Association (NPPA) already made its stance known when the White House banned several news outlets from access, so it should come as no surprise that it is in support of the current solidarity from other news organizations.
When the White House prevented CNN from fulfilling its scheduled television-pool assignment, the other networks appropriately refused to replace it. Still photographers also delayed distributing their images in solidarity. The National Press Photographers Association applauds these actions and encourages news organizations to continue standing together. The government should not be permitted to exclude a disfavored outlet and simply replace it with another.
The full statement can be read here.
Evoto’s Focus on Photographers Highlights Peter Hurley, Lindsay Adler, Mark Wallace
Evoto already announced the major updates coming to its software earlier today, but the company seems to be making a statement about its commitment to photographers and is putting its AI-generated gaff from January fully behind it. As part of that, its leveraging Peter Hurley, Lindsay Adler, and Mark Wallace with the tagline, "Your standard. Our standard."
Italian Politician Sparks AI Scandal With Doctored Photo That ‘Undressed’ Female Lawmaker
An Italian politician has sparked outrage after sharing an AI-manipulated image that appears to "undress" another female lawmaker -- months after Italy’s prime minister shared a deepfake nude image of herself to warn of the technology's dangers.
Honor Magic9 Pro Max Smartphone Is Inspired By Legendary Arriflex Cameras
"Pro Max" is all the rage these days, and Honor is the latest smartphone company to get in on the trendy name. Honor's new Magic9 Pro Max also brings in another big name: Arri.
Five Ways You Can Build the Ideal Handheld Camera Rig
This past week, I pulled out my travel kit and have been testing camera rig configurations for an upcoming documentary project. The goal was to make this thing as versatile and nimble as possible, while still carrying all the gadgets I rely on.
Mandler 50mm f/1.4 Lens Looks Like a Leica but Isn’t Priced Like a Leica
Chinese lens company Mandler made headlines for its debut lens earlier this year, a facsimile Leica 35mm f/2 prime. The company is back with another Leica copycat, the Mandler 50mm f/1.4 E46 Pre-A.
Photographer Finds Tenderness Inside Cuban Homes as Chaos Rages Outside
Photographer Kelly Conlin has made multiple visits to Cuba of late, finding that the country is currently in the midst of a crisis.
Wildlife Photographer Who Captured Images of Yellowstone Park’s Oldest Wolf Dies at 65
Wildlife photographer Sylvia Borgonovo, known for her images of Yellowstone National Park’s oldest-known living wolf 1090F, has died at 65.
A Rock Mo Salah Sat On Has Become a Tourist Photo Spot
Premier League and Liverpool soccer legend Mo Salah has created an unlikely tourist destination for photos: a random rock in Turkey.
OpenAI Says Agents Leaked 53 Private Images From ChatGPT Users and Shared Them Online
OpenAI says its agents leaked 53 private images from ChatGPT users and shared them on public image-hosting websites.
Instagram’s New Photo Editing Tool Lets You Pixelate Your Partner
Instagram has announced a new feature for "soft launching" a relationship. It's called the Pixel effect, and it can cut a person out of a photo and pixelate them.
Photographer Calls His Total Solar Eclipse Experience ‘One of the Highlights of My Life’
Brazilian photographer Kiko Fairbairn planned his total solar eclipse trip and photos in northern Spain for over a year. But you can only plan so much from thousands of miles away. The photographic search truly began when Fairbairn arrived in Spain, and his hard work paid off in a big way.
Upgrade or Start Fresh With These Camera Kit Picks for Every Type of Photographer
Whether you're just starting out and building the kit for the photographer you want to become or upgrading your current setup to take your photography to the next level, buying used can help you save on the gear you need while giving you more flexibility in building your system. From wildlife and travel to portraits, sports, and fine art, here are some of the best camera and lens combinations to consider when building your next kit.
8 Ways Hasselblad Can Make the 907x CFV 100C Way Better
Hasselblad cameras' excellence comes from decades of engineering, and that results in a polished product built with the best of the best in mind. Everything is good: the grip and body are built to last, the optical quality is better than Leica.
Celebrated Interior Designer’s Rare Photography Collection Goes to Auction
An extraordinary collection of 200 photographs -- including works by Edward Steichen, Man Ray, and a rare print of Dorothea Lange's Migrant Mother -- belonging to a celebrated interior designer is going to auction.
What’s in My Camera Bag for Photographing Fall Color
What's in my camera bag for fall color? Here's the gear I use for autumn landscapes, wildlife, macro photography, and video. Hopefully, seeing what I bring along will inspire you to add something useful to your own kit or approach your fall color photography a little differently this autumn.
Thanks to Nikon, Canon’s Closed RF Mount Could Be Forced Open
In January, Nikon sued Viltrox in China, claiming the lens maker had violated its intellectual property for the Z-mount and sought royalties and damages. But this past summer, that court disagreed and ruled in favor of Viltrox. This sets a major precedent that could easily impact Canon, the owner of the only truly closed mirrorless camera mount.
Photographer’s Artistic ‘Conversation’ With Silk Weaver Practicing Ancient Chinese Art
Kesi is not an easy word to say for an English speaker (it's pronounced kooh-su), but the art form is recognizable to most Westerners who have even a passing interest in Chinese culture.
Camera Trap Survey of Cheetahs in South Africa Makes for Sad Reading
A three-and-a-half-year camera trap survey of South Africa's wild cheetah population has found there are far fewer of the spotted big cats than previously thought.
Ilford Pan F+ Is a Beautifully Sharp, Dramatic, and Fine-Grained Film
There is a certain clique of photographic films, let’s call it the “Sub-100 Club.” This is a group of films who flaunt ultra low ISO ratings below 100.
Tourist’s Photo Accidentally Leads to Discovery of New Flower Species
A previously unknown species of plant was accidentally discovered after a tourist posted her photograph online.
Trump Shares Doctored Photo That Appears to Replace Official With Natalie Harp
President Trump has shared what experts agree is a doctored photo of him and President Xi on Truth Social.
SmallRig’s New Super-Soft Video Light Unfolds In 15 Seconds
SmallRig and CineD have teamed up on an unusual new light, the OrBrella FM 60B Foldable LED Video Light, or mercifully, OrBrella FM 60B for short. It's a two-in-one umbrella light that folds down and deploys in just 15 seconds.
Photographer Jailed for Five Years After Scamming Family Out of $4.6M and Spending $200K on Taylor Swift Tickets
A photographer has been sentenced to five years in federal prison after scamming a family out of $4.6 million and spending $200,000 of the money on Taylor Swift concert tickets.
You Can Edit Your Photos With Lightroom and Photoshop Inside Google Gemini
Adobe has announced that it is bringing its software and tools directly inside Google's Gemini AI platform. The Gemini integration follows Adobe's earlier moves to bring tools to ChatGPT, Claude, Slack, and Copilot.
PolarPro’s Latest Lens Filters Color Way Outside the Lines
PolarPro is nothing if not insistent that capturing a look in-camera is better than using digital filters and editing to achieve the desired results. This means the company sometimes launches filters that seem more puzzling than practical. The latest filters to fit that mold are the colorful Radial Gradient Filters.
You Can Now Purchase Linda McCartney Photography Stamps From USPS
The U.S. Postal Service will dedicate its Linda McCartney stamps at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City today.
American CEO Who Posted AI Photo in ‘Lake America’ Sweatshirts Is No Longer CEO
An American CEO, who posted an AI-edited photo of herself and three family members wearing “Lake America” sweatshirts while on a trip to Canada, is no longer a CEO.
Chinese and American Photographers Clash While Waiting for Trump and Xi to Arrive at White House
There was chaos outside the White House yesterday as photographers from China clashed with American photographers and argued with U.S. officials.
Some of the Best Deals On L-Mount Cameras and Lenses Are Available for a Limited Time
There are some nice deals on L-Mount cameras and lenses right now, from Panasonic, Sigma, and more. However, photographers looking to upgrade their kit or start building a new one may want to act fast, as some deals are listed as ending later today.
Never-Before-Seen Cellphone Footage Shows the Terror Underground During the Chilean Mining Disaster
In 2010, the world watched as 33 miners were trapped half a mile beneath the surface of the Earth in Chile's Atacama Desert for 69 days. These miners faced complete darkness, immense stress, and a never-ending expectation of death. Their experiences and how the rest of the world experienced the event are on full display in a new three-part National Geographic series, Chilean Mine Rescue: Race Against Time.
SmallRig’s New Cage Aims to Take Advantage of the Nikon Z5 IIC’s Video Chops
That didn't take long. Nikon announced its new Z5 IIC camera last night, and SmallRig has already unveiled new accessories for it, including a quick release cage kit and a baseplate.
15 Photos to Inspire You to Enter the Sony World Photography Awards 2027
The Sony World Photography Awards 2027 remain open for entry, and the World Photography Organization today announced the judges for this year's competition, the 20th edition of the Sony World Photography Awards. As part of the announcement, the Sony World Photography Awards shared 15 photos already entered into this year's competition, and they are fantastic.
Are We Out of Touch? | The PetaPixel Podcast
This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, the team stands firm in their belief that camera brands are misunderstanding the "smartphone generation" as they call it.
Custom Bracket for the Hasselblad XPan Finally Centers It on Tripods
The Hasselblad XPan (and the Japan-only Fujifilm TX-1) is a beloved camera that remains unique even today. But one part of the design is a bit annoying: the location of the tripod screw. A new bracket from Mutiny fixes that.
The RodeCaster Video Series Now Does 4K Capture and Distribution
RØDE, hereafter referred to as "Rode," has released RodeCaster Video 1.4. It is a free, major firmware update for the company's all-in-one video production consoles, the RodeCaster Video, RodeCaster Video S, and RodeCaster Video Core.
Leica’s Updated iPhone Camera App Has a Look Made By Steve McCurry
Leica Camera AG has launched Leica Lux 2.0, which it describes as the "most comprehensive update" yet to its iPhone photography app.
Kodak Apparel Opens Yet Another Store in South Korea
Another Kodak Apparel store has opened in Seoul, bringing the total to eight stores in the South Korean capital.
Instagram Lets You Customize Your Grid Even More by Adding Tagged Posts
Instagram has added a new feature that allows users to add a post they're tagged in to their main grid.
Meta Says Its New VR Glasses Are IMAX Compatible
Meta has announced a new pair of VR glasses that the company says are "the first IMAX-enhanced certified VR device ever."
Nikon Z5 IIC Review: Smaller, Prettier, and Mostly Capable
Upon its release in 2025, the Nikon Z5 II ($1,849) immediately became one of PetaPixel’s go-to recommendations for an entry-level full-frame camera. It is surprisingly full-featured and capable, which led to a price increase over the original Z5. Now we have the Z5 IIC ($1,399), a more affordable, smaller version of the Z5 II with nice looks but a glaring omission: no electronic viewfinder.
The Nikon Z5 IIC Is a Simpler but Cheaper Full-Frame Creator Camera
Nikon has announced the Z5 IIC, a simplified version of the Z5 II that removes the EVF, reduces the quality of the rear LCD, drops the dual card slots, and cuts out the AF joystick in exchange for $450 in savings. For many, that might be enough of a discount to pick one up.
Shin Noguchi’s Celebrated Japanese Street Photography Featured in a Deck of Cards
Japanese street photographer Shin Noguchi's images have been shown in exhibits worldwide and featured in many renowned publications. He has been part of Leica's 70th-anniversary M-System campaign and its recent 100th-anniversary celebrations. Now Noguchi's striking work has found another home, and it's an unusual one: playing cards.
Microsoft’s New Surface Devices Are Faster, Brighter, and More Efficient
Today at Snapdragon Summit, Microsoft unveiled its next-generation Surface Pro 12-inch and Surface Laptop 13-inch, both powered by the Snapdragon X2 Plus processor.
Mathieu Forget’s Portraits Capture People Frozen In Time and Space
Everything feels like a blessing when you make the dreams in your head a reality. This is certainly true for former elite tennis player turned photographer, Mathieu Forget.