Zenfolio’s CEO Apologizes for Mistakes, Promises to Do Better
As part of its mission to win back lost customers and keep its current ones, Zenfolio's CEO, John Loughlin, penned an open letter to the company's community of photographers.
Sennheiser’s $199 One-Mic Profile Wireless System is for Solo Creators
Sennheiser has announced a one-channel version of its Profile Wireless 2.4 GHz all-in-one microphone system. The new single-mic system promises a streamlined audio recording experience for solo creators, offering them an alternative to the two-channel version launched last year.
Stunning Photo Contest Celebrates the Power of Visual Storytelling
The All About Photo Awards has announced its tenth annual winner of The Mind's Eye photo contest, an international competition that celebrates powerful visual storytelling.
New Footage Shows Mysterious Deep-Sea Anemone 3 Miles Below the Surface
Oceanic researchers used sophisticated camera traps to discover the hidden life of a predatory anemone that tunnels under the ground and hunts prey 15 times its size.
Sony Anticipates $682 Million Decrease in Operating Income Due to Tariffs
Sony detailed its fourth-quarter 2024 financial results today, reflecting a 24% decline in year-over-year consolidated sales. However, Sony's imaging-related segments held steady. Unfortunately, the company also shared the anticipated impact of tariffs -- a massive operating income reduction.
Chris and Jordan ‘Sell’ a Content Creator Cameras! Feat. Sarah Teng | The PetaPixel Podcast
This week on the PetaPixel Podcast, the team is joined by content creator Sarah Teng the newest member of the PetaPixel team! Sarah is an underwater and travel photographer as well as a content creator, but she's not necessarily up to date on the latest cameras from every manufacturer. So, Chris and Jordan try and "sell" her the top options!
Argument Erupts Over Bruce Weber Photos Discovered in ‘Abandoned’ Storage Unit
A man has claimed that the Bruce Weber photos being sold at auction were personal mementos that were allegedly "stolen" from his storage facility after it flooded.
Democrats and Republicans Unwilling to Hand Copyright Office to Big Tech
It's chaos at the Library of Congress and the United States Copyright Office. Less than a week after firing the Librarian of Congress, Carla Hayden, and the Register of Copyrights, Shira Perlmutter, the Trump administration is locked in a power struggle to install AI-friendly leaders to oversee all copyrighted materials in the U.S.
How I Turned My 11,000km Odyssey Around the UK Coast Into a Photo Book
Long-distance walking has been a part of my life since I was ten, when my mum decided we should walk 480 kilometers from John o’Groats to Glasgow over the summer holidays. Despite never having done it before, walking every day immediately felt natural, and I was thrilled by the adventure of being immersed in nature and enduring.
The Flower Moon Rises for Photographers Around the World and in Space
The May full Moon is known as the Flower Moon, a term that originated from Native American tribes that associated the springtime celestial event with the abundance of blooming flowers.
Music Photographer Says Royal Family Buried His Images of David Bowie and Princess Diana
A photographer has claimed that Kensington Palace buried his images of Princess Diana with David Bowie for almost four decades.
ChatGPT ‘Reads’ Photo of Coffee Cup and Tells Woman Her Husband is Cheating
A Greek woman is reportedly divorcing her husband after she uploaded photos of their coffee cups to ChatGPT which told her that he was cheating on her.
TikTok’s New ‘AI Alive’ Tool Transforms Your Photos Into Videos with a Prompt
TikTok has launched its first image-to-video AI feature that can transform a user's photos into videos for free within the app.
Capturing Portraits of Strangers Saved This Photographer’s Life
Adam Schluter is a self-described introvert who felt a deep longing to sidestep technology and get back to forging genuine, face-to-face connections with people. So, he picked up his camera and began walking up to people, striking up conversation, and taking their portraits. Schluter's project, Hello From a Stranger, was born. He has captured over a thousand portraits in more than 20 countries around the world, and his life has been forever changed.
Boyamic 2 and Boyalink 3 Are Affordable Mics With AI Noise Reduction
Boya has announced two new wireless microphones called the Boyamic 2 and the Boyalink 3. Both are described as AI-powered audio systems that are designed to address the distinct needs of professional filmmakers and mobile content creators.
M. Night Shyamalan’s New Movie ‘Remain’ Will be Shot on VistaVision Film
No filmmakers had used VistaVision to shoot a full movie in 63 years until last year when The Brutalist wowed audiences -- particularly those sitting in 70mm IMAX theaters.
Conservationist Uses Beautiful Photography to Help Save the Oceans
The ocean holds a special place in the hearts of many throughout history, from sailors to wildlife enthusiasts, but few young up-and-coming contemporaries are as entwined in understanding and documenting marine life as conservationist and photographer Rachel Moore.
Viral Video of an Asteroid Exploding on the Moon is Fake
A viral video of an asteroid dramatically hitting the Moon has all the trappings of a fraud.
Nighttime Eruption of Kanlaon Volcano in Philipines Caught on Thermal Camera
A thermal camera has captured the moment a volcano in the Philippines erupted, sending ash almost two miles (three kilometers) into the air.
Scientists Create Tiny Insect-Inspired Camera That Captures 9,120 FPS in Near Darkness
Scientists have created a tiny camera inspired by insect eyes that captures 9,120 frames per second (FPS), producing clear images even in low-light conditions.
The Panasonic S1R II is Getting 8.1K Open Gate and ARRI LogC3
Panasonic announced an upcoming firmware update for the S1R II, updates to the workflow-supporting applications Lumix Flow and Lumix Lab, and updates for S Series lenses.
Panasonic’s New 24-60mm f/2.8 Swaps Focal Range for Compactness
Panasonic has announced the Lumix S 24-60mm f/2.8, a new large-aperture "standard zoom" for the L-mount system that sacrifices 10mm on the long end compared to the expected 24-70mm standard zoom but is more compact as a result.
Panasonic Lumix S1 II Review: Pricey, Powerful, and Video-Centric
You might think that the world has enough 24-megapixel full-frame cameras by now, but you would be wrong. With image quality having reached a performance plateau, the only way to improve is by going faster. Last year, Nikon released its Z6 III, debuting a new partially stacked sensor. We wondered when another camera might come out that utilizes this same excellent technology, and now that wait is over.
The Lumix S1 II and S1 IIE Are Panasonic’s Most Advanced Hybrid Cameras Yet
Panasonic has announced two new hybrid photo and video full-frame L-mount cameras: the Lumix S1 II and S1 IIE. The company says the two new cameras are designed to offer "exceptional photographic and videographic capabilities."
Two Men Convicted of Felling Iconic Sycamore Tree Beloved by Photographers
Two men have been convicted of criminal damage for cutting down a beloved sycamore tree in northern England that was a magnet for photographers and nature lovers alike.
YouTube Takes Action Against Fake AI-Generated Movie Trailers
YouTube is cracking down on channels creating fake AI-generated movie trailers, a genre of content that has become extremely popular on the platform.
Chinese Diver Drowns Trying to Retrieve Dropped GoPro Camera
A 30-year-old Chinese tourist drowned off the coast of Indonesia's Kakaban Island after attempting to retrieve a GoPro camera she had dropped during a dive.
Sony’s New Xperia 1 VII Smartphone Looks Amazing but Won’t Come to US
Following a brief teaser period, Sony has unveiled its latest flagship smartphone, the Sony Xperia 1 VII.
DJI Mavic 4 Pro Review: The Best Drone for Most Pros Stays on Top
The DJI Mavic is the all-around choice for midrange professional use, and now we get to witness the fourth version in all its splendor. Much like the 3 Pro that comes before it, the Mavic 4 Pro features a three-camera array on a sophisticated gimbal using Hasselblad color science to provide stunning photos and videos.
The DJI Mavic 4 Pro Won’t Be Sold in the US at Launch
DJI today announced the Mavic 4 Pro, a major update to the extremely popular series of pro-level drones which saw the 3 Pro launched in 2023. The Mavic series remains one of the best options for traveling professional photographers and filmmakers, but DJI's latest won't be available in the United States -- at least not at launch.