Sharge is just a few days away from wrapping up its crowdfunding campaign for the follow-up to the Sharge Disk Pro with a few nice upgrades, including a way to toggle off its obnoxiously loud fan.
Nearly three years after it launched, Blackmagic has added phase detect autofocus (PDAF) and a set of object detection tracking modes to the Cinema Camera 6K, which significantly ups the value of the video camera.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is considering expanding its already existing ban on new DJI drones to include drones that already exist in the marketplace, claiming it wants to “secure the drone supply chain” by preventing the sale of drones equipped with military technology.
Zhong Yi Optics has announced the Pittura 30mm f/2.4, a manual focus prime lens designed to give Hasselblad XCD and Fujifilm GFX photographers an unusual combination of both fast aperture and a wide-angle.
I've been reviewing HDDs and SSDs for the better part of a decade, and there has been one constant throughout all of it: the price-to-speed ratio is pretty much always top of mind. But with the ballooning costs of memory making personal storage absurdly expensive, the value-add found in the Atom EX80 has me rethinking this paradigm, at least a little.
Just a couple of years ago, China's economy was booming to the degree that global companies -- camera manufacturers included -- shifted financial expectations up as a result. But now that boom has inverted, which means companies didn't hit those financial targets.
This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, Chris and Jordan phone in from the beach to talk about the ramifications of Nikon's loss to Viltrox in Chinese court as well as Sony's bid to buy Tamron. Plus, the two name what they think are every camera brand's greatest accomplishment... and their deepest shame!
DJI has announced the Mic Mini 2S, which expands on the Mic Mini 2 with the ability for each transmitter to record 32-bit float internally.
Peak Design has announced the City Line, a series of six new bags that it says are built around lightweight construction, intuitive organization, and "clean aesthetics."
Sony has published a list of what it calls E-Mount License Partners, where the basic specifications of the mirrorless mount have been disclosed to companies "which satisfy the qualification criteria predefined by Sony."
Over the last six months, we've worked tirelessly to increase the value of PetaPixel Memberships by adding multiple new perks. This week, we have added a new one, and it's a doozie: members now get 20% off their first annual Capture One subscription.
In just an eight-month period, no fewer than three new medium format panoramic film cameras hit the market. I've used them and am ready to render my verdicts on each, but there can be no doubt: we are living in a panoramic renaissance.
Venus Optics has announced the Aksen Ultra Macro Series, a new pair of full-frame, parfocal zoom lenses that feature 1-5x and 5-10x ultra macro capabilities.
Reto, the company behind the viral Kodak Charmera and the surprisingly excellent Snapic A1, has announced the EC35 film camera, an "everyday carry" compact designed to be eye-catching and simple to use.
Yesterday, SmallRig announced the Professional Outdoor Backpack (25L) 6521 that advertises an "innovative" interior that promises to hold dividers in place via a hook-and-loop system. That sounds great, but the innovation wasn't SmallRig's -- it was Hasselblad's.
The Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) has announced that the admission-free CP+ Camera and Photo Imaging Show is returning to the Pacifico Yokohama event center and will run for four days from Thursday, February 25 to Sunday, February 28, 2027.
This week on the PetaPixel Podcast, the team is joined by Chelsea Mercado Northrup to discuss the RX10 V (and why no one seems to agree with our less-than-sparkling review) and Tamron's new design shift, as well as take part in the highly-requested Lens Draft!
Hasselblad has announced that Phocus Mobile V1.0.0 for Android is now available and supports the the X2D II 100C, X2D 100C and 907X, and CFV 100C.
Viltrox has announced the AF 26mm f/2.8 EVO, a super compact, autofocus-equipped pancake lens that somehow crams two control rings onto a body that is less than an inch thick.
Fujifilm has published a firmware roadmap for the Fujifilm Eterna 55 cinema camera, the contents of which it says are designed to further expand its capabilities and applications as a filmmaking tool.
Tamron has announced the 12-20mm f/2.8 (Model A084) lens, a new fast-aperture and ultra-wide zoom lens for Nikon Z and Sony E-mount full-frame cameras. Not only is this an entirely new lens formula, but it represents a branding shift for the company, too.
The United States Copyright Office notified Congress today that it will move forward with its plan to increase group registration of photographs from $55 to $85 in 120 days, unless it intervenes.
The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has published official guidelines that address how to showcase women athletes without overly sexualizing the camera angles.
When Insta360 launched the Luna Ultra last month, it seemed to have plenty of stock to address demand. However, the same couldn't -- and still can't -- be said about its accessories, namely its neutral density filters.
Summer 2026 is shaping up to be an incredible season for astrophotography. At ProMaster, we believe that the right equipment shouldn’t just support your camera, it should be an extension of your creative process.
Analog Cafe has published a new film price report that looks at the cost of different film stocks around the world and compares them to previous marks.
Kono has announced three new C-41 35mm color films with strong visual identities. Mojo, Offbeat, and Bebop each bring a different color cast to the equation, giving the three films unique vibes and character.
Fujifilm has announced the Fujinon GF19-35mm T3.5 PZ OIS WR lens, its second cinema power zoom lens for large format filmmaking with the GFX system.
Ricoh has announced that it will release a special edition GR IV that commemorates the 30th anniversary of the launch of the Ricoh GR1, the origin of the high-end compact camera series.
This week on the PetaPixel Podcast, Hasselblad and Capture One finally resolve their differences (but Phocus isn't going anywhere), DJI's LOFIC sensor has really impressive dynamic range, and Insta360's CEO describes a future where there are no camera operators.
For the past year, Google has been adding new AI-powered features into Google Photos, continuing a trend of cramming generative AI into as many aspects of its hardware and software businesses as possible. That continues today with the addition of Video Remix.
When Delkin announced the Valor Pro memory card last week, I had to admit the branding is certainly bold, but ultimately what matters is whether the performance backs it up. It was a lot, but in the end it doesn't matter what the card looks like, it matters how it performs.
The Sigma Foundation has announced its third book, Trevor Key, which it says is the first to honor Key's processes and prescience and is an enduring visual love letter to the future of image-making.
Capture One and Hasselblad have announced a partnership, finally bringing the two brands together after years of division. Starting with Capture One version 16.8.3, photographers can now import, organize, and develop Hasselblad RAW files (.3FR) directly in Capture One.
Manfrotto has announced the Uncover bag series, which it refers to as a range of carry solutions designed for creators and urban travelers whose daily routines are in constant motion between work, content creation, and weekend trips.
This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, Godox became a camera manufacturer with the introduction of the C100, a very weird, screen-less point and shoot camera. Also, Adobe acquired Topaz, Samyang finished its "holy trinity," and Nikon did something it has never done before.
Delkin has announced the Valor Pro CFexpress Type B memory card, a 1TB capacity high-speed option that is designed, assembled, and tested in the United States and is emblazoned with the American flag.
Along with the explosion of miniature cameras since the runaway success of the Kodak Charmera took the world by storm has been the tangential surge of other compact cameras. Godox's new C100 falls into that second category.
For the past year, I've been focusing mainly on panoramic photography. It started with the Hasselblad XPan, which led me to purchase the Fujifilm TX-1, and even made me go further into the 3D printed 120 format world with Sasquatch, CCB, and Exposing Engineering. But that's all analog, and digital photographers deserve an option, too.
Oberwerth has announced an "ever-ready" case for the Leica D-Lux 8. It perfectly fits over the camera to keep it padded and secure, but leaves access to the ports and quickly opens so important moments aren't missed.
Moment has announced the T-Series Mobile II lens series, which it says has been redesigned from the ground up with more glass, improved sharpness, and even more character.
Leica has announced the APO-Macro-Elmarit-SL 100mm f/2.8 lens, a modern revival of the highly-regarded 100mm f/2.8 R-mount lens originally released back in 1987.
Leica has announced the Summilux-SL 50mm f/1.4 ASPH., which it says is the most compact 50mm f/1.4 lens on the market -- across all mirrorless lens mounts.
Other World Computing (OWC) has announced a new "Core" branded, 256GB memory card designed to blend high-speed with affordability.
This week, the PetaPixel Podcast team is joined by its newest team member, Dmitry Koshutin! He and Jordan debate the efficacy of action and gimbal cameras for professionals. Also, VSCO's new One pricing model is super confusing, Sony showcased its first LOFIC sensor, Fujifilm tipped its hat to its fall plans, and so much more!
Pelican has announced the Next Generation Protector Series, an update on its most well-known hard cases that most photographers simply refer to as a "Pelican case."
NiSi has announced the 16mm f/2.8 ultra-wide prime lens for Fujifilm GFX and Hasselblad XCD mounts. With a 35mm equivalent focal length of 12.6mm, the lens is not only extremely wide, but it is also the fastest such prime lens available for medium format systems.
For the past several months, the photography community has been subjected to the strangest series of product launches that we've ever seen. I use the word "launches" very loosely, because two-thirds of those products have yet to actually "launch."
Often, videographers and video editors are forced to use two separate headphones: one for production and one for personal use. Fender's new Mix headphones are somewhat unique in that they seem designed to adapt to whatever you might need in a given moment with minimal complexity to get there.
This week, Lee Morris at Fstoppers published a video titled "Your Memory Cards Are Probably Fake." In it, he asserts that scam companies are so prevalent and so good at faking their products that it's likely nearly every photographer is a victim.
