At the beginning of the 19th century, it was becoming apparent in scientific circles that it was possible to "draw with light" and fix real-world images onto paper. In 1826, Joseph Nicéphore Niépce took what is widely believed to be the first-ever successful photograph, an exposure that may have lasted several days.
The 46th Leitz Photographica Auction this month will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Leica I, the first mass-produced 35mm camera. A rare prototype of the Leica I, the 0-Series No. 112, will be auctioned and is expected to sell for as much as €2 million ($2.3 million).
An AFP photographer was shot in the head by a rubber bullet during the Los Angeles protests on Saturday -- at least the third photographer who has been injured by less-lethal weapons since the unrest began.
Flagship cameras always get the biggest fanfare but it’s often the model that sits right below that gets the most play. These are the cameras made for the enthusiast photographer who does not need the biggest and fastest camera but does want some high-end features at a decent price. Where the OM System OM-1 Mark II is the pinnacle of OM technology, the new $1,200 OM-5 Mark II will probably be the workhorse of the lineup.
OM System has announced the OM-5 Mark II, which it describes as a "refined" mirrorless interchangeable lens Micro Four Thirds camera built for outdoor enthusiasts.
Sigma has announced the 17-40mm f/1.8 DC Art lens, what it calls the successor to the 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art lens that was designed for DSLRs and became incredibly popular for run-and-gun videographers when it launched in 2013.
National Geographic's newest wildlife documentary series, Underdogs, celebrates nature's unsung heroes and adds a generous helping of humor thanks to Ryan Reynolds' narration. PetaPixel spoke to Mark Linfield and Vanessa Berlowitz, co-founders of Wildstar Films, about the new series and how evolving camera tech helps tell compelling nature stories in fresh new ways.
The Trump family announced a new cellular company, Trump Mobile. Alongside the new cell service company, Trump Mobile unveiled its first smartphone, a $500 gilded handheld that makes some strange, unrealistic promises.
A significant part of the appeal of Fujiflim's X and GFX Series cameras is Fujifilm's phenomenal Film Simulations. While many photographers enjoy these carefully created simulations straight out of the box, experimental shooters can also build their own in-camera and save them as custom recipes. Photographer Oliver Mandic has built a free web tool to help Fujifilm owners craft new image recipes based on the look they want and the subject they like capturing.
Austrian photographer Markus Hofstaetter purchased a century-old Eastman View Camera No. 2-D, also known as the Kodak 2D, more than six months ago and has since spent the time since restoring the camera to its former glory. After all the time and effort, the 104-year-old camera is reborn.
Kim Sajet, the director of the National Portrait Gallery (NPG), has resigned just days after the Smithsonian Institution attempted to challenge President Trump's firing of her.
Viltrox's newest lens, the AF 85mm f/1.4 Pro for full-frame Sony E-mount cameras, aims to punch far above its weight. The $600 fast portrait prime promises stunning photos with silky-smooth backgrounds and a swift, accurate autofocus system.
Social media users are convinced that this bizarre walk will guarantee that photographers capture the perfect candid shots.
Ever since the release of AI video generator Google Veo 3, there has been an avalanche of novel videos making use of the cutting-edge technology; bringing bible influencers to life and even an AI ad ran on the NBA Finals.
This week on June 17 and 18, B&H is hosting the BILD Expo at the Javits Center in New York City. It's becoming the biggest photography show in the United States and there are some killer deals to be had if you're able to show up in-person, but there are also some great discounts to be found online, too.
Photographer Cindy Sherman has launched an initiative that allows her damaged prints to be destroyed and replaced with new, artist-approved versions to preserve her iconic images for future generations.
An urban explorer photographer was arrested after accidentally locking himself in a jail cell overnight when he broke into an abandoned prison to take photos.
Two tourists in Italy have been roundly criticized for sitting on a "Van Gogh" chair and badly damaging the artwork.
Shutterstock is launching a major rebrand today, accompanied by a host of generative AI offerings that leverage its vast library of multimedia content.
A 17-year-old who filmed crucial footage of the Air India plane crash that has so far killed 270 people has been left traumatized by the event.
Back in 2015, a question popped into my head during a weather hold at a New Jersey helicopter hanger: “Could you capture the entire island of Manhattan in a single image?”
Each week, there are thousands of incredible photographs taken in space by NASA, ESA, telescopes, satellites, rovers, and beyond. Sometimes it feels like there is too much space content so PetaPixel has devised a handy article where you can see all of the best images of the cosmos this month.
In April, DJI urged the US government to start the mandated security audit of its business -- an audit congress ordered as part of a structured approach for evaluating the security concerns of Chinese-owned companies. Now half a year has passed and DJI says the US still hasn't started the audit -- and the clock is ticking.
Two weeks ago, enterprise software developer Digimarc released a Chrome extension that could verify and display image provenance for photos or designs embedded with C2PA Content Credentials. After two weeks of testing, PetaPixel found it to be mostly useless, but that's only because the C2PA rollout has been so disjointed.
Next week, the B&H Bild Expo is coming back to the New York City Javits Center and the PetaPixel Podcast will be on the Photography Stage from 3:00-4:00 PM on June 18 recording a live discussion, including taking questions from the audience.
As digital imaging and video technology keep evolving, capturing and delivering sharp, clean visuals without losing time has become essential for photographers and creators alike. Aiarty Video Enhancer arrives as the newest breakthrough in AI-powered video clarity and speed, raising the bar for those who need fast, flawless results to bring their footage to life.
In May, Yashica announced two versions of an upcoming digital camera called the FX-D, a digital camera that sports many analog-inspired features (including a film advance lever). Both of those original options feature a pentaprism-like bump above the lens, but it was just for looks: there was no viewfinder.
This week, Fujifilm announced the X-E5 -- a popular line that has typically been one of the company's more affordable interchangeable lens cameras. However, with the inclusion of higher-end design elements and an elevated price to match, that changed.
A New York City homeowner discovered a phone -- covered in duct tape with only the camera lens exposed -- buried in her front lawn. It is believed to be part of a growing trend in which burglars plant covert cameras to spy on potential victims and track when they leave.
A woman who found a century-old family photo album in a dumpster while living on the streets later tracked down the family's descendants.
Wedding, sports, and event photographer Josh from Michigan-based SBJ Studios has gone viral for his flaming hot portraits that he creates by setting his Canon lens on fire. Yes, really.
Google-owned iPhone editor Snapseed has received its first major update in years which brings a redesigned editing experience as well as a host of filters inspired by popular Kodak, Fujifilm, Polaroid, and Technicolor film stocks.
A camera trap captured the first-ever photographic evidence of a clouded leopard preying on a Bengal slow loris.
President Trump is reportedly set to extend the deadline for the sale of TikTok for a third time -- as the threat of a U.S. ban looms next week (June 19.)
Electric Sheep is an AI-powered video platform that can edit videos while adding AI-generated elements to them by harnessing different machine-learning models.
Instagram will allow users to rearrange the photos and videos on their profile grid, changing how their content is displayed to followers.
A new ultra-black paint may offer a practical solution to the growing problem of light pollution caused by satellites.
Since its founding in 1961 by Michihiro Yamaki, SIGMA has established itself as a pioneer in the world of photography. By primarily focusing on producing camera lenses, SIGMA quickly gained recognition for delivering high-performance optics at competitive prices. SIGMA’s Art, Contemporary, and Sports lens lines offer photographers and filmmakers professional-grade image quality and craftsmanship.
In April, ChatGPT users stumbled across the AI's unnervingly accurate ability to locate where just about any photo was taken. At first blush, it seems harmless, but a recent story on Vox points out that it's now very easy to stalk someone from just their social media photos.
The European Space Agency (ESA) has announced that its Solar Orbiter spacecraft has captured the first-ever images of the Sun's poles from outside the ecliptic plane, or the plane that contains the Earth's orbit around the Sun.
We have all seen the online drama and hate that has been thrown at the recent photographs of Pamela Anderson, age 57. This Canadian-American actress, model, and media personality has been the center of attention for nearly four decades.
A new exhibition is shining a light on the work of Võ An Khánh, a photographer who was embedded with the North Vietnamese Communist Army during the Vietnam War.
Pearla, an iPhone camera app that was built to provide more manual controls and a "film emulation" experience on mobile, has released a major update today that features a completely redesigned interface and enhanced video capabilities.
Self-described "AI Filmmaker" PJ Ace was hired by gambling brand Kalshi to make what he describes as the "most unhinged" commercial possible and, perhaps unsurprisingly, Disney-owned ABC approved it and ran it during the YouTube TV broadcast of game three of the NBA Finals this week.
Meta has rolled out new generative AI video editing features called "Restyle" across three platforms including Edits for Instagram.
Leica has announced the Vario-Elmarit-SL 28–70mm f/2.8 ASPH., which it says sets a new standard as the most compact and lightweight zoom lens for the L-mount SL system.
A librarian discovered a 1950s wedding photograph tucked into the pages of a used book and tracked down the family of the happy couple in the timeworn picture.
Apple's F1 movie will be released in theaters in two weeks and the company has created the first-ever haptic movie trailer to quite literally build a buzz.
For the first time, scientists have filmed a living Gonatus antarcticus squid -- a deep-sea species never before seen alive.
A camera has captured footage of the moment an Air India flight carrying 242 passengers and crew members crashed in the city of Ahmedabad shortly after taking off this morning.
