Earlier this year when the Canon C50 was announced, I saw a significant amount of chatter online about how well-designed and well-priced it was for the average content creator. I wanted to agree, but thought it lacked two major features that those content creators were going to miss: in-body image stabilization and an electronic viewfinder.
With modern, high-resolution camera systems, photographers are capturing tens or even hundreds of gigabytes of files per shoot, before even considering video. Your storage workflow is now almost as important as the camera and lenses you use to capture everything. This is why portable, interchangeable Solid State Drives (SSDs) like the TerraMaster D1 SSD Plus have become commonplace among photographers.
Last week, Affinity announced a major change to its business model and product offering. All of its apps were being consolidated into one platform and, more importantly, it would be free to download and use. That move appears to have paid off as Affinity says it added one million new users in just six days -- that's unprecedented in the creative space.
Datacolor has announced a significant upgrade to its SpyderPro calibration suite, aiming to deliver a complete color-management and workflow system for photographers.
Aurora-hunting photographers should be on the lookout over the next couple of nights, as a trio of Coronal Mass Ejections (CMEs) is headed toward Earth, and at least two look destined to make direct impact with Earth's atmosphere. CMEs hitting Earth are a primary cause of geomagnetic storms, which can give rise to beautiful auroras.
In this month's print edition of The Onion (yes, there is a physical printed version of the satirical news website), the historically coveted back of the paper is emblazoned with what appears to be an Adobe ad but is actually a humorous jab at the company's business model.
Blackmagic Camera for iOS 3.2 has arrived, adding, among other new features, support for live streaming from the iPhone app directly to leading streaming platforms, including YouTube and Twitch.
A few weeks ago, PetaPixel reported on a series of Chinese smartphones with interesting photography-oriented kits and accessories, including the then-upcoming Nubia Z80 Ultra. That impressive new smartphone and its accompanying camera kit have been launched globally today, and the photo capabilities on offer are well worth a closer look.
Leica has announced that the SL3 will be available in the popular and arguably iconic dark green Reporter color variant which also sees the camera's resistance to the elements improved over the baseline version of the camera.
The Canon EOS R6 III is an excellent camera for nearly every type of photographer and is better than its impressive predecessor in many essential ways. But did Canon play it a bit too safe with its new enthusiast-oriented, photo-first camera?
After a pair of teasers, Canon has fully unveiled the highly anticipated EOS R6 Mark III full-frame mirrorless camera. It features a new sensor and promises improved performance for both photo and video applications.
Canon has announced the $469.99 RF 45mm f/1.2 STM, a compact, lightweight, and affordable standard prime lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras.
Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer Lynsey Addario has risked life and limb and been kidnapped multiple times to perform a photojournalist's most crucial and valuable mission: powerfully capturing and telling the world's most meaningful stories. Addario's incredible career, which spans more than two decades, is the focus of the brand-new National Geographic documentary, Love+War.
Capture One, which rebranded earlier this year, has announced version 16.7, which introduces seven major new features as well as Canon lens profiles for every RF camera, better Fujifilm tethering, and day-zero support for the X-T30 III, Leica M EV1, and the Canon C50.
By any measure, photographer Nolan Streitberger has built a practice that bridges art, history, and the profoundly personal. His work, particularly his acclaimed project Oregon’s Trail of Tears, transforms beautiful photography into both historical document and dialogue, a means of reclaiming memory and giving voice to stories long overlooked. But Streitberger's photographic journey began almost by accident.
Motorola has unveiled the Motorola Edge 70, its thinnest smartphone yet, measuring just 0.24 of an inch (5.99 millimeters) thick. The device headlines a new generation of ultra-thin handsets that aim to balance durability, performance, and advanced camera technology without sacrificing design.
Atomos has announced the Ninja TX GO, a compact HDMI monitor-recorder designed to deliver the advanced monitoring, recording, and control capabilities of the flagship Ninja TX to a broader range of filmmakers and content creators.
The Motion Picture Association (MPA) has issued a cease and desist to Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, demanding that the platform stop using the "PG-13" rating it recently rolled out, arguing that doing so exploits its brand.
This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, the team is joined by photographer David Imel and PetaPixel's Jeremy Gray for a unique challenge: who can draft the best fantasy camera team? Based loosely on fantasy football rules, all five must create a dream team based on eight categories.
Beyond basic RAW adjustments lies the world of creative color grading where photographers define their signature style. DxO's recently updated Nik Collection 8 unlocks a staggering amount of creative potential, but knowing where to start with its powerful Color Efex plugin is key.
The Caira camera, the rebrand of the camera formerly known as Alice, has blown past its Kickstarter funding goal in its first day.
TikTok has announced the launch of its first-ever awards ceremony in the United States, the TikTok Awards 2025, scheduled for Thursday, December 18, at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles.
DJI has unveiled the Osmo Mobile 8, a new smartphone gimbal that delivers 360° panning and native automatic tracking.
Viltrox's brand new AF 85mm f/2 Evo lens that was announced for Sony E-mount on October 20 is officially now available for Nikon Z-mount as well, giving Nikon photographers a fast full-frame prime lens option that costs just $275.
From 2006 to 2023, photographer Claire Beckett embedded herself on military bases in the United States to capture elaborate training camps that simulated war zones in Iraq and Afghanistan.
According to a consistently reliable Apple insider, Apple is preparing to compete in the highly competitive low-cost laptop market by leveraging its iPhone and iPad-oriented A-series chips in a compact notebook.
Tenba has introduced the Roadie V2, an updated series of rolling camera cases designed to bridge the gap between airport travel and on-location work. The refreshed lineup introduces several new design features, most notably the addition of optional removable backpack straps, a first for a rolling camera case.
Nikon and Bandai Namco are bringing another set of adorable, incredible Nikon cameras to gashapon vending machines, and this time they come as convenient keychains.
DZOFilm unveiled the Arles 18mm T1.4 FF/VV Prime Cine Lens, marking the 11th and final addition to the company’s full-frame Arles cine series. With its ultra-wide focal length and refined optical design, the 18mm T1.4 offers a unique balance between technical precision and cinematic character.
In Japan, it is illegal for companies to use misleading photos on product packaging that make the product look different from what’s actually inside.
