White House Photographer Threatened Over His Own Public Domain Photo
Former Chief White House photographer Pete Souza says he is being threatened with legal action over the use of his own photo that he took of Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton.
The Nikon Z9’s ‘Pre-Release’ Feature Makes Lightning Triggers Obsolete
If you’ve ever tried to photograph lightning during the daytime, you know it’s almost impossible. By the time you press the shutter button, it’s gone. That’s why lightning triggers, while no guarantee of success, exist. But the addition of the new “Pre-release” feature in the Nikon Z9 mirrorless camera now makes those triggers obsolete. It guarantees success, as I found out last week.
Photographer Captures the Magical Beauty of Greenland’s Disko Bay
The last time I visited West Greenland was in 2019. It was a beautiful summer with calm and sunny weather almost every day. Because of COVID-19, I didn’t get to visit again until this year, and this year it was different.
Why This Surf Photographer Ditched Digital and Went Back to Film
For nearly 13 years, photographer Jordan Godley captured his surf photography with a DSLR. But in 2020, that changed and he ditched digital in order to go back to film.
Laowa 12-24mm f/5.6 C-Dreamer Review: Not Quite a Dream
Venus Optics has continued to expand on an already extensive list of ultra-wide-angle lenses with the addition of the Laowa 12-24mm f/5.6 C-Dreamer for full-frame mirrorless systems. Where many ultra-wide lenses can be big, bulky, and incredibly pricey, this new "slow" lens becomes even more impressive with its relatively small $649 price.
AI Image Generators Could Be the Next Frontier of Photo Copyright Theft
Artificial intelligence-powered (AI) image generators have exploded in popularity and apps like DALL-E, Midjourney, and more recently Stable Diffusion are exciting and tantalizing technology enthusiasts.
Canon Has Designed a Magnetic Liquid Cooled Camera
Canon has patented a design for a ferrous liquid-cooled mirrorless camera. The designs indicate that the liquid would be moved around the inside of the camera using a series of magnets.
Annie Leibovitz Criticized for Her ‘Dark’ Photos of Ketanji Brown Jackson
Photographer Annie Leibovitz is facing criticism for her photos of United States Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson as many argue the photos are poorly lit.
Three Men Climb Huge Tower for Epic Selfie with Fighter Jets
A trio of daredevils scaled the iconic Blackpool Tower to grab a stunning selfie as the Royal Air Force’s (RAF) Red Arrow fighter jets soared past.
Pixelmator Photo is Shifting to Subscription Pricing
Pixelmator has announced that its photo editing app for iPhone and iPad is switching from a paid upfront model to a subscription model. Pixelmator Photo will now cost $4.99 per month or $23.99 per year.
Photo of Zombie Fungus Infecting Insect Wins Ecology Competition
A photo of a "zombie" fungus that killed a fly and then erupted from its body has won the BMC Ecology and Evolution image competition 2022.
Facebook No Longer A Top 10 App as BeReal and TikTok Continue Growth
Facebook has been struggling to maintain its position as a "Top 10" app this year as BeReal, and TikTok continue to gain popularity.
Apple Releases Software Update After Major Security Flaw is Exposed
Apple warned of serious security vulnerabilities for iPhones, iPads, and Macs that could potentially allow attackers to take complete control of these devices.
Astronaut Captures Magnificent Aurora Storm From Aboard the ISS
NASA astronaut Bob Hines photographed the aurora from the International Space Station (ISS) capturing a spectacular image of the magical lights dancing on the Earth's surface.
Prequel is the Favorite Photo Editing App of Gen Z
Prequel, a photo editing app, has surged in popularity this year and captured the attention of Generation Z to become a firm favorite of younger users.
Landscape Photographer Captures the Mystic Allure of the Zanskar Valley
Tucked deep inside the Himalayas resides the transcendent and picturesque Zanskar Valley. Photographer Venki Ramachandran captured portions of this epic landscape on a recent journey where witnessed firsthand its enticing vistas.
Photographer’s 6 Year Sun Composite Reflects the Cyclical Nature of Life
Photographer Marcella Pace has captured the many color shades of the sun and put them together in one image to conceptualize infinity.
The Kyu is Less a Camera Bag and More a Daypack That Holds a Camera
The Kyu Daypack is a new bag that is best described as a minimalist backpack that can safely hold a camera rather than what is typically described as a "camera bag."
Snap isn’t Planning to Make More Pixy Camera Drones
Snap's Pixy drone was announced only four months ago, but the company has already decided it's not going to make more.
GoPros Strapped to Dolphins Let You Watch Them Hunt in Incredible Detail
A new study that strapped GoPro cameras to dolphins has captured them eating venomous sea snakes.
Can You Edit Photos on a Steam Deck?
A little over a year ago, Valve announced a handheld gaming PC called the Steam Deck. In February of 2022, those who pre-ordered the device started to receive the handheld devices which have since had a huge impact on the gaming world. But what if you could do more than just play video games on the Steam Deck? What if it could run Lightroom or Photoshop? Would it be possible to edit photos on it?
Tourists’ Gleeful Reactions at Seeing a Volcanic Eruption for the First Time
Photographer Vilhelm Gunnarsson came up with a novel way of documenting the recent volcanic activity in Iceland by capturing the reactions of tourists and visitors to the eruption.
Zenfolio’s New PhotoRefine.ai Tool is Designed to Reduce Culling Time
Zenfolio has announced PhotoRefine.ai, a new application that employs artificial intelligence (AI) to reduce the amount of time photographers spend grouping, rating, and culling images after a photo session.
Tamron is Developing a 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD Lens for Sony E-Mount
Tamron has announced that it is developing a new 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD Lens for Sony E-Mount cameras. The company says it will be the smallest and lightest in its class and support both photo and video applications.
Leica Collabs with Streetwear Brand BAPE in Limited Edition D-Lux 7
Leica has announced a collaboration with streetwear brand A Bathing Ape (BAPE) to produce a limited-edition D-Lux 7 camera that it says merges "industry-leading technology with a chic, urban sensibility."
Photographer’s 3 Year Mission to Recover His Grandpa’s Film Camera
Benjamin Dome did not have much hope he would ever see his grandfather’s film camera again after it was stolen in Ethiopia three years ago.
Deepfake Tech Used to Seamlessly Remove Profanities from Movie
Filmmakers used deepfake technology to visually dub the new action-thriller Fall when they were asked to remove the profanities from the film but did not have the budget to reshoot scenes.
PhotoPlus Postpones 2022 Create NYC Event Until Next Year
PhotoPlus has postponed the Create NYC event that was originally planned for September of this year until sometime in 2023.
DIY Motorized Camera Rig Built from Recycled 3D Printer Parts
A filmmaker has built a home-made motorized camera rig out of the recycled parts from an aging 3D printer.
Music and Photography: How One Art Inspires the Other
Of all the arts available to mankind, my heart belongs to music. Perhaps it’s a sentiment that doesn’t serve my self-interest much, as my only achievements in the arts have come through photography.
The SHOW Keiko Reusable Camera is Named After the Orca from ‘Free Willy’
Dubblefilm has announced the SHOW Keiko, a special edition reusable film camera that is named after the orca that starred in Free Willy.
Huge 145MP Photo Shows Two of the Sun’s Atmospheres at Once
Talented astrophotographer Andrew McCarthy has posted a wonderous 145-megapixel image of the sun he captured with a specially modified telescope.
Meta Adds Ability for Anyone to Cross-Post Instagram Reels to Facebook
Meta is pushing ahead with its goal of ramping up video on its platforms. This week, the company is making it possible for anyone to cross-post Instagram Reels to Facebook.
Posing Expert Calls Out Millennials for Using Outdated Angles and Postures
Posing experts are on the rise and Christine Buzan is telling millennials to stop using certain angles and stances when taking photos.
Photo Captures Terrifying Moment a Whale Breached Too Close to Boat
A photographer has captured the incredible moment a humpback whale breaches close to a boat in Coffs Harbour in New South Wales, Australia.
Why You Should Care About the Andy Warhol Copyright Case
We need to talk about copyright law. Now before your eyes glaze over and I lose you, I promise what I have to say is worth hearing.
Rotolight’s New App Lets You Remotely Adjust LED Settings From Your Phone
British LED lighting manufacturer Rotolight has announced a new app for smartphones and tablets that will control its AEOS 2 and NEO 3 RGBWW LED lights, with the promise that older lights will benefit as well.
Vivo’s New V25 Pro Color-Changing Smartphone is Focused on Cameras
Vivo has announced the latest devices in its V series: the V25 and V25 Pro. The smartphone promises "superior" photography features that is designed to be used to capture both photos and videos.
Artist Stripped of Award After Fellow Photographer Claims He Took Photo
Clancy Gebler Davies had an award-winning photo withdrawn from an international show after a fellow photographer claimed her winning entry was ineligible because he had taken the picture.
Photographer Whose Camera Caused ‘Bomb Scare’ Sues American Airlines
A photographer is suing American Airlines (AA) following a bomb scare that allegedly began when another passenger mistook the man's vintage camera equipment for an explosive device during a flight.
AI Tech Let Deceased Woman Talk to Mourners at Her Funeral
A grandmother was able to answer questions at her own funeral last month with the help of new Artificial Intelligence (AI) powered "holographic" video technology.
TikTok Brings Basic AI-Generated Art to the Masses
TikTok has launched a basic artificially intelligent (AI) image generator that users can make custom greenscreens with.
Zillow Only Wants to Be Fined Once for 2,700 Photo Copyright Infringements
Zillow, which was found to have violated real estate photography company VHT's copyright when it used thousands of photos without permission, is arguing the photos should be treated as a group and not individually.
Flat and Fun 16MP Digital Camera is Made out of Paper
A Lomo-inspired digital camera made out of paper that can shoot 16-megapixel still images and film 1080p video is the 21st-century answer to a disposable camera.
U.S. Copyright Office Argues Warhol’s Use of Prince Photo Was Not ‘Fair Use’
The United States Copyright Office has submitted an opinion to the Supreme Court that argues Andy Warhol's use of Lynn Goldsmith's photo of Prince was not fair use, sharing sentiments with opinions sent by the NPPA and ASMP.
Apple Employee Says She Could Be Fired for Video on iPhone Security
An Apple employee has claimed that the tech giant is threatening to fire her after she posted a viral TikTok video with basic iPhone security tips.
Photographer Who Befriended Freya the Walrus Outraged at Her Slaying
A wildlife photographer who befriended Freya the walrus has condemned her "murder" after Norway euthanized the animal, deeming her a threat to humans.
This Dual-Purpose Bottle Keeps Water and Film Cool for 24 Hours
PPP Cameras has announced a way to "make film easy to carry and a part of your daily life" by integrating a removable film holder into the base of a water bottle.
Skylum to Release 6 More Paid Extensions for Luminar Neo This Year
Skylum has announced a "new vision" for Luminar Neo that is built on paid Extensions. The company says it will build Neo into an adaptable creative platform by releasing seven total Extensions by the end of the year.
These Are Not Photos: Beautiful Landscapes Created by New AI
First photographers were creating portraits of people that don't exist, now Aurel Manea has created a series of "landscape photos" using a new artificially intelligent (AI) software program called Stable Diffusion.