So… Where is the Nikon Z7 III? | The PetaPixel Podcast
In a topic spurred by an opinion piece I wrote last week, Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and I discuss what we think the future of the Nikon Z7 III is -- if it has one at all.
PSA: Some Sony CFexpress Type A Cards Require a (Free) Fix
Sony has announced an unusual issue with some CFexpress Type A cards and commenced a free repair program for affected customers.
Sportswear Brand Launches Infrared-Blocking Fabric to Shield Athletes From Creepy Photographers
With the Olympics just around the corner, a Japanese sportswear line has introduced infrared-blocking fabric to protect athletes from illicit photography.
2023 Hasselblad Masters Winners Show the Best in Fine Art Photography
Hasselblad has announced the winners of its prestigious Hasselblad Masters 2023 competition.
How David Attenborough and Color Cameras Turned Tennis Balls Yellow
Most people know David Attenborough for being the calming and authoritative voice of nature documentaries. But few know that he is the reason tennis balls are yellow.
The Rise of the Photo Reuniters: Reconnecting People With Their Portraits
Photo reuniting, where people track down subjects of old photos and reunite them or their family with the images, is a growing trend, according to ABC News Australia.
Toys ‘R’ Us Drops First AI-Generated Brand Video Using OpenAI’s Sora
Toys "R" Us has dropped the first ever AI-generated brand video using OpenAI's Sora to tell the origin story of the company's mascot Geoffrey the Giraffe.
Nikon Bucks Expectations and Launches Z 35mm f/1.4 Lens for $600
Hot on the heels of debuting its new Nikon Z6 III camera, which is slated to start shipping any day now, Nikon has announced a new, highly requested lens: the Nikon Nikkor Z 35mm f/1.4.
The New 15.4-inch Ugee UE16 Display Tablet Costs Only $199
Drawing monitors, sometimes known as display or pen tablets, are excellent tools for photographers, enabling convenient and precise photo editing. There's no shortage of good options, and Ugee's new 15.4-inch UE16 Drawing Monitor stands out thanks to its expansive color gamut, large display, lightweight design, and palatable $199 price.
This is What Makes Instagram Flag Your Photo as ‘Made With AI’
Recently, Instagram has been rolling out its "Made with AI" tag which ostensibly flags AI-generated images on the platform but it has been enraging photographers after flagging photos that are not AI-generated.
How to Build a Time-Lapse Controller to Photograph Growing Plants
This article is about how to make a time-lapse system that controls the lighting conditions and triggers the camera shutter for time-lapse plants.
Wondershare’s Video Editor Filmora Gets Powerful AI Upgrades
Wondershare's Filmora is a handy video editor powered by artificial intelligence (AI), and it just got a big upgrade.
Leica LUX Review: Ambitious App Not Yet Worthy of the Leica Name
A couple of weeks ago, Leica announced the Leica LUX camera app, the legendary German company’s first smartphone app for taking photos. While the company has produced its FOTOS app for many years, this is its first dedicated to smartphone photography.
Sigma’s 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN C is the First of Many Fast Lenses Coming to Canon APS-C Cameras
Sigma's popular 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary zoom lens for APS-C mirrorless cameras is coming to Canon EOS R system cameras.
Researchers Develop In-Car Camera That Can Spot a Drunk Driver
Researchers have created new camera technology that can detect whether a driver is impaired by alcohol when they get behind the wheel of a vehicle.
This AI Algorithm Can Detect Deepfake Videos with 98% Accuracy
Researchers have developed an AI algorithm that can spot a deepfake video with 98% accuracy.
Pair of Sleeping Bees Wins Insect Photography Contest
The Royal Entomological Society has announced the winners of its 2023 insect photography competition.
Tourists Jump Barrier to Take Photo at Edge of 317ft Waterfall in Yosemite Park
A pair of tourists jumped over a barrier at the top of a waterfall in Yosemite National Park and took a photo at the edge of the 317-foot drop.
Wedding Photographer Explains Viral Video of Bride Telling Guests to Put Phones Away
A wedding photographer has explained why she posted a now-viral video of a bride telling guests to put their phones away as she walked down the aisle.
Six Ways to Help Yourself See Like a Photographer
Chris Eyre-Walker, an OM SYSTEM Ambassador from Belgium, grew up traveling with his parents who were avid amateur photographers. These childhood photography adventures, which led Eyre-Walker to visit over 20 countries by the time he was 15, translated into a successful photography and filmmaking career.
To Enjoy Your Favorite Photos, You Can’t Beat a High-Quality Print
Since photographing the total solar eclipse on April 8, I have been dreaming of getting a high-quality print. It was one of my favorite photographic experiences ever, and a memory I want to cherish for many years to come.
Weak Yen Forces Arri to Temporarily Close Its Japan Office and Service Operations
Arri Japan emailed its customers informing them of a temporary closure of its Japan-based offices and service operations, citing a weak yen against the euro.
Google Pixel 8a Review: Saving Dollars for Pixels
The Google Pixel 8a offers compelling, worthwhile photography features at an accessible price point. It’s hardly a perfect smartphone, but it gets a lot of things right the moment you pull it out of your pocket and start snapping away.
Popular Asset Marketplace Artlist Adds AI Voiceover Generator
Digital asset platform Artlist just added a new artificial intelligence-power voiceover tool for creators, representing another player in the latest wave of video editing.
Want Apple to Make a Standalone Camera? That’ll Never Happen
Some YouTube personalities aren't satisfied with Apple's imaging products and have reiterated their desire to see the company make a standalone camera with interchangeable -- or even fixed -- lenses. Here's why Apple won't do it.
Amazing Gymnastics Photo Wins Gold in World Sports Photography Awards
The World Sports Photography Awards has unveiled the overall winner of its 2024 photo contest, along with the runner-up and third-place recipients.
The Strawberry Moon Lit Up Skies Across the World This Past Weekend
This past weekend, sky watchers and astrophotography enthusiasts were treated to the mesmerizing sight of the "Strawberry Moon," the full Moon for the month of June. The celestial event, which peaked on Saturday night, provided a stunning display as it cast a warm, golden hue across the night sky.
Fujifilm Is Restarting Color Film Production in China
Fujifilm reportedly held a color film launch event in China where it announced it would restart the production of its C200 and C400 color negative film through production partner Yes!Star.
ProMaster’s 9-Inch Chroma Tube LED is Full RGB and 600 Lux Bright
ProMaster announced the TL9RGB Tube LED, an affordable $60 handheld wrap-around RGB light that's compact, wireless, and gets as bright as 600 lux.
Apple Is the First Company Charged Under EU’s Digital Marketplace Rules
Apple is used to making history for its many achievements, but it has earned the unfortunate notoriety of becoming the first company charged under the European Union's new Digital Markets Act (DMA), designed to encourage competition and provide consumers with more choices.