Chicago-based photographer Chuck Eiler transforms action figures into cinematic, story-driven miniature worlds that blur the line between toy photography and film. Through meticulously crafted sets, practical effects, and careful lighting, he creates immersive scenes that bring nostalgia and storytelling to life.
Fujifilm's X Series cameras do a lot right. They are extremely capable, performant APS-C mirrorless cameras with many passionate supporters. However, for as good as they are, autofocus performance remains an oft-discussed shortcoming, especially for video applications. Fujifilm says it hears the complaints and is working hard to address the feedback.
GoPro announced a new GP3 image processor a couple of weeks ago, promising twice the pixel-processing power of its prior system-on-a-chip (SoC) and improved image quality. After showcasing the new chip's prowess with sample photos, GoPro today released a new video, and the next generation of GoPro is looking very good so far.
Viltrox has teased some exciting new lenses at The Photography and Video Show in Birmingham, England, including a pair of Evo Series prime lenses with apochromatic optical designs.
Llano has introduced the Llano R604 4-in-1 Card Reader, a compact multi-format memory card reader designed for photographers, videographers, and content creators who need to transfer large files quickly across multiple devices.
Spring is a popular time for creators to upgrade their production gear, and this season SmallRig has launched a wide range of discounts, up to 40% off, across tripods, batteries, lighting, and mobile video tools. SmallRig's new Spring Sale run from March 18 through March 31.
A Premier League soccer photographer captured the split-second moment Manchester City striker Erling Haaland blasted a ball into an opponent's face.
Three teens have filed a class action lawsuit claiming that Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok was used to create nonconsensual sexually explicit images and videos of them when they were minors.
The Sony World Photography Awards unveiled the winners and shortlisted photographers for its 2026 National and Regional Awards, showcasing and celebrating the exceptional photographic talent across the globe.
Affinity, the free multi-disciplinary image editing app, has been updated with three major features that it says were highly requested among users, as well as several smaller changes, including expanded camera RAW support.
DxO has released PhotoLab 9.6 to bring its more advanced noise reduction algorithms, only recently introduced when the company launched PureRAW 6. While this was an anticipated move, it makes official the expanded coverage for a wider range of cameras. This includes new edge-softening controls for its AI-based masking tools, along with a compressed DNG export option to reduce storage overhead.
The ever-popular Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards is opening its 2026 competition and to mark it, the photo competition has released unseen photos from the 2025 competition.
Google has shown off a prototype of its AI smart glasses that has an eyebrow-raising feature: it can edit photos with AI on the fly.
The race is on to find a universal 'No AI' logo. However, with competing emblems and varying definitions of artificial intelligence, it's far from straightforward.
Nikon has issued a technical service advisory (TSA) for some Nikon Z6 III, Z5 II, and ZR cameras, stating that there is a hardware issue that may cause them to fail. The company is asking affected owners to send their cameras in for repair at no cost.
I’ve reviewed my fair share of Fujfilm Instax cameras. Most recently, I played with the creatively powerful Instax Mini 99 and the entry-level Instax 400 Wide for those who want bigger pictures. However, it has been a long time since I’ve tested the most basic of Fujfilm Instax cameras. The latest iteration is the new Instax Mini 13, and I felt that I could test it with a fresh perspective.
Fujifilm has announced the Instax Mini 13, a lightly refreshed version of the Mini 12 which was announced back in 2023.
NiSi has announced the Athena Prime Rewing series of full-frame cinema lenses. The company says they are designed to shift between two optical "personalities" depending on aperture.
Late last week, reports filtered across the web that the venerable, legendary Canon EOS 5D Mark IV announced way back in August 2016 had finally been discontinued. However, the reality of the DSLR's death is complicated, and in some cases, overstated.
Relatives of the eccentric photographer Mike Disfarmer have reached a settlement in a copyright dispute involving thousands of his photographs and glass-plate negatives.
Exposing Engineering has announced the VZ-6617, a medium format film camera that allows photographers to swap between 6x6 and 6x17 aspect ratios mid-roll, breathing some additional innovation into a space that has seen a resurgence in the last year.
The creators of the Ultimate Lens Hood (ULH) have launched a new crowdfunding campaign introducing three updated products designed to help photographers and videographers shoot through glass without glare or reflections. The new lineup includes options for traditional cameras, smartphones, and action cameras.
Apple has acquired MotionVFX, makers of plugins for Premere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, and Final Cut Pro.
In January, Spigen announced a special edition Classic LS phone case for the iPhone 17 that was inspired by the design of Macintosh 128K and Apple Lisa. Today, it expands on that line with an AirPods case that looks like a mouse and a MagSafe wallet that looks like a floppy disk reader.
I had no idea what to expect with the Oppo Reno 15 Pro once I unboxed it and started setting it up. Billed as an “all-in-one creative partner,” the general premise is to impress with the images it captures, and using it as much as I have, I’m surprised at what it delivers considering the specs.
In 2016, Niantic launched Pokémon GO, an augmented reality (AR) game that took the world by storm. Now, 10 years later, spin-off company Niantic Spatial is using all the visual data gathered by players to build a massive geospatial model that can power robots and AI.
Instagram is testing a feature that allows some Meta Verified subscribers to add clickable links directly to captions on their posts.
A bipartisan bill introduced in Congress would require technology companies to disclose which copyrighted works are used to train AI systems.
Sinners has taken home the Academy Award for cinematography at the 2026 Oscars, making the film's cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw the first woman and first Black person to win this award.
We've all been there. A photographer captured a lion cub splayed out on the ground with an inflated belly after it had eaten to the point of exhaustion.
Think back to this time last year when The Brutalist was being pilloried for using AI to improve Adrian Brody's Hungarian accent. Two other Oscar-nominated movies in 2025 had also confessed to using AI to improve speech.
Discover how and why controlling color is essential in photography.
International Garden Photographer of the Year announced the winners across its main categories for Competition 19, showcasing a wide range of nature, garden, and landscape photography from around the world.
Adobe's longtime CEO, Shantanu Narayen, announced this week that he is stepping down after 18 years as CEO and nearly 30 years at the company. If you ask shareholders, Narayen was, for a long time, among the very best in the biz. If you ask Adobe's core customers, the artists who were once indispensable to the company's success, it's a different story.
The atmosphere in red carpet photo pits is reportedly changing, with photographers increasingly abandoning loud and aggressive tactics once used to get celebrities’ attention.
The late photographer Roy Blakey (1930-2024) lived an incredibly interesting life wholly unlike anyone else. A world-traveling professional ice skater-turned-pioneering photographer, Blakey's life and legacy are captured in a new documentary film, "Uncle Roy," directed by his mentee and niece, award-winning director, cinematographer, and photographer Keri Pickett.
With full-frame Canon RF and Nikon Z mounts remaining closed to Sigma, it's not hard to think that the company might want to expand its support elsewhere if it's possible. A natural place to do so would be on the Fujifilm GFX mount.
The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) filed a lawsuit against Adobe back in June 2024, alleging that the company hid fees and made it excessively challenging for its customers to cancel subscriptions. Adobe and the DOJ settled the lawsuit today, and Adobe will pay the DOJ $75 million and provide affected customers with $75 million worth of free services. Adobe maintains it did nothing wrong.
Since it introduced its own silicon, it feels like every time we review an Apple computer, we make some grandiose statement about how much better it is than before, or how it's the best. That much praise can make it hard to express the meaning of this achievement, as it can just feel like listening to a broken record.
Finding the right camera gear can make a big difference when preparing for upcoming photography or video projects. This week’s Sony deals at B&H Photo include savings on mirrorless cameras, cinema cameras, audio equipment, lighting accessories, and high-capacity memory cards.
When National Geographic Magazine set out to tell the story of bioengineered “supersilk,” it created a photogenic test to prove its strength.
After the roaring success of the Casio M-Edition watch, PPP Cameras is back with the N168 -- a custom Casio inspired by Nikon cameras.
The Sony a7 V sits atop Map Camera's monthly digital camera sales rankings for a third straight month. The Ricoh GR IV Monochrome also had a superb debut despite its high price premium, charting just behind the a7 V.
Yesterday, Wikipedia's Picture of the Day was Harold "Doc" Edgerton's Milk Drop Coronet, making the famous photo an excellent subject for PetaPixel's Historical Friday feature.
Meta said in January that it plans to spend somewhere between $115 billion and $135 billion in the pursuit of AI superintelligence, but it's hit a snag after its newest AI model is reportedly behind rivals.
The world's largest all-lens telescope, MOTHRA (Massive Optical Telephoto Hyperspectral Robotic Array), is under construction in Chile and features 1,140 Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS telephoto lenses arranged in groups of 38 lenses across 30 different mounts.
Shantanu Narayen, who has sat in the position of CEO at Adobe for 18 years, is stepping down, he announced today on Adobe's blog. He will transition the role to a not-yet-determined successor but will retain his position as Chair of the Board of Directors.
Meet Alphy, Sony Alpha India's new AI-generated rodent mascot. Alphy loves his Sony Alpha camera, traveling the world, capturing beautiful photos, and being an affront to human creativity.
Last month, Sigma announced that it had established a new rice farming company that will operate in Aizu, the region of Japan where its factory is based. After speaking to Sigma CEO Kazuto Yamaki, the "why" behind this choice is anchored in a deep love of family and community.
Telesin has introduced its Master Grip series, a new lineup of smartphone camera grips designed to transform modern flagship Apple and Samsung phones into more capable handheld photography and video tools.
