Mobile photographers could have been forgiven for thinking that the beloved Google-owned photo editor Snapseed was dead before it received its first major update in years last June, bringing the app to version 3.0. Good news for Snapseed fans, the wait for the next major update was much shorter, and Snapseed 4.0 has arrived on iOS and Android.
Kolari Vision has released a detailed disassembly and teardown of the Sigma BF, offering a rare look inside one of the most visually distinctive mirrorless cameras on the market.
Another day, another Wi-Fi camera hack. "A million" network-connected baby monitors and security cameras were visible to hackers, exposing many households to extreme privacy violations and security concerns.
The China International Photography Machinery and Imaging Equipment and Technology Expo, better known as China P&E, kicks off later this week in Beijing, and major camera equipment brands are gearing up.
Last week, President Donald Trump and the U.S. Department of War launched a new website to publish unsealed photos and videos related to unidentified flying objects (UFOs) and unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP). Of the 161 files released so far, the most attention-grabbing ones are from NASA's Apollo missions in the late 1960s and early 1970s.
Canon sparked a fresh wave of speculation after releasing a cryptic second teaser for its announcement, set for May 13, 2026, at 9 AM EDT.
Brightin Star has announced the new 7.5mm f/2.8 IV APS-C ultra-wide fisheye lens, a compact manual-focus optic aimed at photographers and creators looking for dramatic ultra-wide perspectives without the size or cost typically associated with specialty lenses.
While video professionals have grown used to seeing a major update of Blackmagic’s DaVinci Resolve editing software every April, this year’s update caught the attention of photographers everywhere with the debut of a new “Photo” tool. Headlines popped up instantly proclaiming that photo editing programs Lightroom and Capture One had new competition. But do they? I spent some time with the latest beta of Davinci Resolve 21, and I have some thoughts.
A bagel shop faced uproar from customers after posting ads that mixed real photos with AI-generated images, prompting the small business to apologize and remove the posts.
A new report has revealed the most photographed U.S. national parks -- with the Grand Canyon taking the top spot.
U.K. schools have been advised to remove students' photos from their websites as blackmailers are using them to create sexually explicit images.
Singer Dua Lipa has filed a $15 million lawsuit against Samsung, claiming it used her own copyrighted photo on packaging for its televisions without permission.
As I've delved deeply into the old and the niche of film photography, I've found myself loving cameras that either have no light meter, no viewfinder, or... neither. In those cases, I have found the L.D. Meter from Chinotechs to be the near-perfect solution.
Last year, a client came to me with a straightforward brief: they needed a full lookbook for their new clothing line. But there was a catch. “We don’t want a shoot,” they said. “Just take our phone photos and make them look professional with AI.” I could have said no. Instead, I said yes -- and it changed how I think about my entire career.
Even if we are only shooting video occasionally, we need some information and one accessory that makes an enormous difference.
In March, Jaron Schneider and I traveled to Japan for press coverage at the CP+ photo and imaging show in Yokohama. After four days covering the show, we had a decision to make: go home, or continue the trip and head somewhere else. So, we decided to go north.
Is it foolish to buy a 40-plus megapixel camera? Does it make any difference to your prints? Here are further reasons why it may be a false wish.
Carol Highsmith has been documenting the United States since at least the 1980s. Some 100,000 images of American people and landscapes have been donated to the Library of Congress, where they are available under a Creative Commons license.
The Center for Creative Photography (CCP) has announced the acquisition of nine major photography archives, significantly expanding its collection of 20th and 21st century photographic work.
Nikon was unable to right the ship in FY2026 after it posted massive losses over its first three quarters. The company ultimately set a record for its worst annual loss, losing 86 billion yen for its owners, or nearly $550 million. Total operating profit was negative 112.4 billion yen ($717.45 million).
Helium Design Lab, the brainchild of photographers Hugh Brownstone and Ed Palisoc, is back with another precisely engineered, carefully designed camera grip, this time for the Leica SL3 series full-frame interchangeable lens cameras.
Spring often brings a wave of lens promotions, but this week’s deals stand out for the sheer range of systems included. From compact APS-C zooms to flagship telephoto glass, several major mounts are seeing meaningful discounts right now, including Canon RF, Sony E, Nikon Z, Fujifilm X, L-Mount, and Micro Four Thirds.
A pair of volcanoes erupted today in Asia, one in Japan and another in Indonesia, and photographers in both countries have been sharing harrowing photos of the incidents.
Even though Leica is first and foremost a camera brand, it very often stretches out of that space and into fashion. It's doing so again with the launch of a new set of three silver cufflinks. It's not the first time it has made cufflinks and, perhaps surprisingly, these aren't even the most expensive it has ever offered.
Sony and chip manufacturing giant TSMC have entered into a preliminary agreement to co-develop a Japan-based sensor fabrication facility with the goal of producing the next generation of image sensors.
Meike has officially launched the latest addition to its growing Air Series lineup, the Air AF 56mm f/1.7 APS-C lens for Sony E-mount cameras. First shown publicly at CP+ 2026 earlier this year, the compact portrait prime is positioned as an affordable, lightweight option for creators seeking strong subject separation without adding significant bulk to their kit.
The puppy cam at Denali National Park and Preserve in Alaska went live this week, giving the public a chance to watch these famed sled dogs as they grow up to become future canine rangers.
Humans have been observing the night sky since the ancient days of Mesopotamia and Babylon, but we're increasingly getting in our own way.
Few people get to see the full splendor of the Milky Way Galaxy arch -- even fewer get to see the summer and winter arms in the same night.
Lens maker Brightin Star has announced a new Aero UV Filter lineup, a series of ultra-thin UV protection filters designed to deliver minimal optical impact while offering everyday lens protection for photographers and filmmakers.
An extremely rare collection of signed photographs of American historical figures including President Abraham Lincoln and even his assassin John Wilkes Booth were sold at auction for over $100,000 each.
Happy Birthday to David Attenborough. The legendary naturalist turns 100 today. Few people have done more to educate the world about wildlife and conservation.
An appeals court has revived Annie Leibovitz’s agency’s copyright lawsuit against an online magazine over its use of her photographs from the Star Wars movie set.
You know the feeling, you're exploring an alien planet and drill into a rock, but the rock clings onto you and won't let go. You wave your arms around in a desperate bid to shake it off.
Apple is reportedly preparing to launch camera-equipped AirPods as part of the company's broader AI technology and device ambitions.
Late last year, a friend of mine shared a link to a small creator on Instagram who was making something that combined two of my hobbies: cameras and Gundam. I was immediately on board.
Freewell has announced a collaboration filter product with filmmaker Brandon Li. Called the Brandon Li x Freewell VND/CPL System, the company says it is the world’s slimmest locking hybrid VND/CPL system with a 100% mechanism-free design.
Lexar has announced the D70E, what it calls an external SSD but what most people would refer to as a thumb drive, flash drive, or a jump drive. The tiny storage device has both USB-C and USB-A connectivity and capacity options up to 2TB.
DJI has announced the new Osmo Mobile 8P, a next-generation smartphone gimbal designed to push mobile filmmaking further with upgraded tracking, a detachable remote monitor, and deeper integration with Apple’s ecosystem.
Minna Camera, a popular marketplace app where photographers can buy and sell cameras and lenses, has published its transaction data for April, and a beloved old DSLR proved the most popular used camera of all.
Harman has announced that it is bringing its ISO 50 Ilford Pan F Plus film to both 4x5 and 8x10 sheet film, giving large format photographers access to this film for the first time.
Sony isn't the only camera company teasing an announcement next week. Canon USA has begun teasing a new camera of its own with a short promotional clip posted across its social channels.
Sony has seemingly taken the wraps off its next Alpha camera, which it describes as "the next R" in a new teaser on social media.
An actress has accused the director James Cameron of stealing her likeness from a photograph of her as a teenager to create an Avatar character in a new lawsuit.
There's a dubious rumor circulating about OM System launching an OM-3 Monochrome camera in 2026. While there are plenty of reasons to doubt the rumor, there are even more reasons why an OM-3 Monochrome is actually a really good idea.
Researchers are using tourist videos and drone footage to understand a rare humpback whale behavior called "gaping," where the animals open their mouths wide, even when there is no food around.
A photographer who risked his life during the deadly Bondi Beach shooting in Australia has found that a major national news service is refusing to pay for his images, claiming fair use.
A husband-and-wife team is producing their own 1920s-era film, similar to the one Oskar Barnack used, in the "world's smallest film factory", which they intend to shoot using a 100-year-old Leica camera.
Nikon has announced that it is developing a new telephoto lens: the Nikkor Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S, which includes a built-in 1.4x teleconverter.
Maven Filters has announced the Iron Slider Gradient Adapter, which it calls "the most flexible way to control your graduated ND filters." The system combines a magnetic adapter and Maven's 95mm Graduated ND filters to deliver precise control over graduated filters.
