Sony’s Airpeak S1 Drone Has Been Discontinued
Just over four years since unveiling its professional drone, the AirPeak S1, Sony discontinued it and all associated products.
ACDSee Photo Studio Ultimate 2025 is an All-in-One Photo Editor
ACDSee Photo Studio Ultimate 2025 comes with both a premise and a promise in how it aims to be a one-stop shop for organizing and editing your photos.
Laowa 12-24mm f/5.6 Zoom Shift CF, a World’s First Lens, Is Finally Available
Back in July, Venus Optics revealed its Laowa CF 12-24mm f/5.6 Zoom Shift lens for APS-C mirrorless cameras in China, the world's first shift zoom lens. Months later, the company finally debuted the groundbreaking lens on the global stage, and it is now available for purchase.
Police Investigate Middle School Boys Who Allegedly Used AI to Make Nudes of Classmates
Police are investigating two middle school boys who are accused of using AI technology to create nude photos of multiple classmates.
You Can Watch the First Seven Minutes of Horror Film Providing You Smile Into Your Webcam
Viewers can now watch the opening scene of hit horror film Smile 2 online if they are willing to smile into their webcam for seven minutes straight -- otherwise the video will pause.
Researchers Create 3D Model of Ancient Stone Sculpture From a Single 134-Year-Old Photo
Scientists have created a 3D model of a buried relief sculpture by using a photo taken in the 1800s and novel AI technology.
AI Replaced All the Staff at a Radio Station in Poland
Fears that artificial intelligence will replace creatives came to pass in Poland recently after an entire radio station was replaced by bots.
Everything Apple Needs to Do to Win Over Adobe Lightroom Users
On Friday, Pixelmator surprised with the announcement that it had signed the paperwork required to be acquired by Apple. If it passes regulatory approval, Apple will suddenly own a set of software that directly competes with Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop.
Compact Cameras Are Not Dead
Japanese retail analyst firm BCN+R recently investigated the rapidly changing video camera market and has now set its sights on the compact camera segment, asking, "Is the compact camera dead?"
Smartphone Maker Tecno Takes a Stand Against Skin Tone Bias in Photos
Smartphone company Tecno has launched its #ToneProud campaign, which seeks to end skin tone bias in imaging technology, an increasingly important issue with the rise of generative AI.
Astronaut Captures North America Whizzing Past and Auroras on the Horizon
Astronaut Don Pettit has captured a wonderful, long-exposure photo of North America streaking below his vantage spot 257 miles above the Earth's surface on board the International Space Station (ISS).
Espresso Displays Has a New Cheaper 15-inch Screen and a Better Stand
Australian brand Espresso Displays is coming out with a new 15-inch portable monitor along with a redesigned stand that will work with its existing products.
The Portkeys PL5 Is a Two-in-One Video Monitor and Live Streaming Device
At this year’s IBC, Portkeys unveiled the PL5, a compact and lightweight monitor built for camera operators and content creators.
AI Can Reproduce Popular Artworks When Trained on Just 200 Images
Generative AI can produce credible imitations of popular artworks when trained on as few as 200 images.
Canvas vs Paper: Choosing the Best Medium for Your Photo Prints
In the world of professional photography, the choice of print medium can dramatically affect how an image is perceived and experienced.
Researchers Find Critical ‘Zero-Click’ Vulnerability in Synology Photos App
A security researcher from Midnight Blue, a Dutch security consultant, discovered a "zero-click" vulnerability in Synology NAS software that uses the pre-installed Photos app.
Rare Prototype Leica M Expected to Sell for Over $750,000 at Auction
423 lots comprising rare and exceptional pieces of photographic history will be up for auction at the 45th Leitz Photographica Auction on November 23 in Vienna. 2024 is a landmark year for Leica Camera AG, marking 70 years since the company introduced the first Leica M rangefinder camera, arguably the most influential camera model ever. Many remarkable Leica M models will be up for auction, including some expected to sell for nearly $800,000.
Why PetaPixel Didn’t Review the Viltrox 135mm f/1.8 Lab Lens
This morning, multiple blogs and YouTube channels published their reviews of the new Viltrox 135mm f/1.8 Lab lens for Sony E-mount cameras. PetaPixel has a unit in hand but chose not to review it because of an issue Viltrox made us aware of.
‘Ravens’ Movie Chronicles Life of Legendary Japanese Photographer Masahisa Fukase
A new biopic chronicles the complex life and work of Japan's most celebrated and iconic photographer Masahisa Fukase.
Photographers Compete to Shoot Microsoft’s Next Iconic Windows Wallpaper
Photographers across the world have competed to capture the next iconic wallpaper for Microsoft Windows.
The Best Photos from GuruShots’ ‘Art of Architecture’ Challenge
GuruShots, the "World's Greatest Photo Game," has announced the winners of its "Art of Architecture" challenge, which received thousands of entries and over 29 million votes. The "Top Photographer" winner of the contest is Bruno Ribeiro of Portugal (whose photo is seen above).
Retrospekt Transforms Classic Rollei 35mm Cameras Into 24K Gold Masterpieces
The analog photography enthusiasts at the Milwaukee-based Retrospekt are back with another limited-edition camera, this time a limited edition run of carefully refurbished 24-karat gold-plated Rollei 35 film cameras.
Runway Adds Precise Camera Controls to its AI Video Editor
Runway has added a precise camera control feature to its video platform allowing editors to pan, track, and zoom around AI subjects.
European Wildlife Photographer of the Year Reveals Its Stunning Winners
Jamie Rojo has been crowned European Wildlife Photographer of the Year for his image, In the Forest of the Monarchs, showing millions of monarch butterflies weighing down fir trees.
Everything You Need to Make Great Videos with an iPhone
With the recent addition of the Apple Log profile in the Apple iPhone 15/16 Pro/Pro Max models, you can capture truly professional video with the phone in your pocket. We use iPhone footage interwoven with large sensor mirrorless cameras constantly when shooting PetaPixel’s YouTube videos, and few viewers have commented on a difference. However, to make iPhone video truly compare to dedicated cameras, it takes a bit of technique, and a few additional accessories.
This Astrophotographer Captures the Universe Unlike Anyone Else
Through his fantastic images, Finnish astrophotographer J-P Metsavainio shows how photos can be breathtakingly beautiful when art meets science. One of Metsavainio's recent images, WR 134 as a Rising Phoenix, is a brilliant example of the aesthetic wonders of the cosmos and the extreme technical precision required to do astrophotography.
Panasonic’s HC-VX3 Camcorder is a Relic That Is Best Left in the Past
Not long ago, camcorders ruled as the go-to device for capturing life’s moments. Now, they’re relics. Smartphones have stomped out almost every practical use for camcorders, replacing them with better features and internet connectivity. Yet, some manufacturers cling to the past, hoping to squeeze a few bucks from a dying market.
Laowa 10mm f/2.8 Zero-D Review: A Fun Lens That Has Some Tradeoffs
In recent years, Venus Optics has developed a reputation for crafting innovative and unique optics, making a name for itself by producing lenses that often push the boundaries of engineering. I’d go so far as to say Venus Optics has become one of, if not the most exciting manufacturers on the market.
It’s a Big Deal That Apple is Getting Back into Photo Editing Software
Apple is getting back into imaging software as the tech giant is acquiring photo editing app developer Pixelmator. This is the latest in a series of steps demonstrating Apple's renewed commitment to imaging at large, and it's a big deal.
This Massive Film Camera That Shoots 20×24 Film Can Be Yours for Just $300
A Redditor has spotted an analog large-scale copy camera -- a specialized camera used to make high-resolution copies of artworks -- for sale at an auction house in Louisiana.