The U.S. Department of State has announced that nonimmigrant visa applicants must now disclose and set all social media accounts to public as part of an enhanced vetting process.

Venus Optics has announced the Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF, a new full-frame ultra-wide-angle lens designed specifically for mirrorless camera systems. While some configurations are manual focus only, the Nikon Z and Sony E versions feature autofocus.

Vivo is bringing its new X200 FE smartphone to select global markets, putting flagship-level specs into a smaller form factor. While it is part of the X200 series, the FE borrows elements from different models rather than a slimmed-down version of the X200 Pro or Ultra.

Kono Manufaktur, a film manufacturer based in Germany, announced a new color negative film stock called Kono Color 200. It is available in both 36 exposure rolls packed inside refurbished cartridges or as 30.5-meter bulk rolls for photographers who prefer to load their own film.

A photographer was sentenced to sixteen years in a Russian prison for sharing a publicly available book and declassified archival photographs of Soviet bunkers.

Sony today announced the beta release of what it calls "Camera Verify," a new feature of its Camera Authenticity Solution that allows newsrooms to share the authenticity of a photo via a dedicated URL so that third parties can view those results directly and remotely.

Drone footage appears to show a pod of dolphins guiding a humpback whale out of shallow waters and back toward the open sea.

The much-hyped F1 movie has been released in theaters this week and the production has been a bonanza of innovation and risk-taking. Here are five of the best stories from the making of F1.

In January, Insta360 revealed the Flow 2 Pro, an AI-powered smartphone gimbal aimed at enthusiast and pro content creators. Now, Insta360 has announced the Flow 2, an affordable, creator-friendly alternative.

The Trump Organization has removed a claim that its newly announced T1 smartphone would be made in America, following doubts about whether the $499 gold device could be manufactured in the U.S. at that price.

In addition to the 100 Years of Leica M11-D and Centenary Set, Leica Camera AG also unveiled two more special edition cameras designed to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Leica I, the first mass-produced 35mm camera. The Leica D-Lux 8 100 Years of Leica and Sofort 2 100 Years of Leica feature distinctive anniversary designs.

Leica is marketing the 100th anniversary of the Leica I, the first series-produced 35mm camera, with an exclusive special edition of the Leica M11. The Leica M11 100 Years of Leica 'Wetzlar Germany' camera is poised to be a must-have collector's item for Leica's most passionate -- and well-heeled -- fans.

Creative Commons has launched a new framework that allows data holders -- including photographers -- to specify how their content can or cannot be reused by machines, such as in the training of AI models.

Getty Images has dropped its primary copyright infringement claims against AI image company Stability AI in a high-profile legal battle at London’s High Court.

Google Earth has transformed the way people explore and understand the world from its viral launch to its role in scientific discovery and environmental planning. To celebrate its 20th anniversary, Google Earth looks back at some of the most significant moments in its history and highlights how it remains an essential tool for millions worldwide.

The eufyMake E1 UV Printer recently launched on Kickstarter, drawing attention for its promise to bring professional-grade printing to home users and small businesses alike.

As cameras get smaller, people can get increasingly creative with the shots they capture. Few DIY projects demonstrate this as well as a clever clear bowling ball with an Insta360 X5 360-degree camera embedded inside.

Pergear has announced a pair of new CFexpress 4.0 Type B Master-series memory cards, each promising high-speed performance and strong value.

This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, the team chats about the state of the "midrange" camera and how it might not be in the place it was just a few short years ago. Come to think of it, what even is every brand's "midrange" option right now? The team debates!

A storm chaser captured adrenaline-inducing video of a tornado raging in Nebraska and compressed it into one awesome timelapse.

Significant advances in e-ink digital display technology are proving to be a boon for photographers and other artists. New digital picture frames with e-ink displays deliver a paper-like appearance without any unsightly wires. The new Aluratek 13.3-inch ePaper WiFi Digital Photo Frame is a great example of the potential benefits of e-ink displays.

The Landsat 7 satellite has signed off on its 25 years of taking photos of Earth with one last image of Las Vegas showing that the City of Sin has almost doubled in size since the spacecraft first snapped it 25 years ago. Since its launch on April 15, 1999, Landsat 7 has captured over 3.3 million images, including the first image of Las Vegas, which was captured in July 1999.

Insta360 has announced the Insta360 Mic Air, a compact wireless microphone built to work alongside Insta360 cameras, like the recently announced Insta360 X5 8K 360-degree camera.

Saramonic announced the Air, a new dual-channel, 2.4 GHz wireless microphone system designed for content creators. They feature "intelligent" noise cancellation, real-time monitoring, and adjustable EQ tuning inside a compact, easy-to-use package.

Earlier this month, PetaPixel reported on the Echolens, a point-and-shoot camera that is all-in on replicating the charm of analog point-and-shoot cameras in a digital package. The Echolens has now launched on Kickstarter, bringing with it some new details.