Scarlett Johansson Condemns ‘Misuse of AI’ as Deepfake Video Goes Viral
Scarlett Johansson has urged the U.S. government to pass a law limiting the use of AI after a video featuring her deepfake went viral.
Premiere Pro’s AI ‘Generative Extend’ Is Surprisingly Good and Actually Useful
While Adobe's Firefly text-to-video generator leaves a lot to be desired, a secondary application of the technology is currently in the beta version of Premiere Pro. Called Generative Extend, it allows video editors to extend a clip by up to two seconds and does a surprisingly good job at it.
Adobe’s AI Video Generator is Nowhere Near Ready to Charge $30 a Month
Adobe today launched its competitor to OpenAI's Sora, a text-to-video AI generator that Adobe is positioning as a possible alternative to licensing stock footage. It costs at least $10 per month with the "best value" option at $30 per month, but it's nowhere near good enough to warrant either price.
Tamron’s Godzilla Collab at CP+ Looks Sick as Hell
When the International Camera and Photo Imaging Show (CP+) kicks off in Yokohama at the end of February, Tamron will throw down the gauntlet for the most engaging booth design. Tamron announced a team-up with Godzilla, the famous Japanese monster, for its CP+ booth design.
Fashion Ad Banned Because Camera Angle Made Model Look Too Thin
A fashion ad has been banned because the camera angle and the model's pose in the photo made her look too thin.
This is the First-Ever AI Image to Be Granted Copyright Protection
A company has secured the first-ever copyright protection for an artwork entirely generated by AI from the U.S. Copyright Office.
Photographer Sues Ozzy Osbourne for Sharing His Images on Social Media
Ozzy Osbourne is facing a copyright infringement lawsuit after the rock star posted multiple images of himself on Instagram without the photographer’s permission.
Plastic Surgeon Accused of Editing Viral Before-and-After Images of Clients
A plastic surgeon went viral on social media with astonishing "before and after" photos of his clients, but he’s now being accused of using Photoshop to fake their transformations.
Adobe’s AI Video Model Launches, Available Through New Premium Firefly Video/Audio Plans
The Adobe Firefly Video Model is now available in public beta. Firefly is the only IP-friendly and commercially safe generative AI model available right now.
Four Photographers Take 83,000 Images of London for Spellbinding Timelapse
A photography team has put together a mesmerizing flow motion timelapse of London, deploying novel techniques to tell the story of the U.K. capital.
Indian Prime Minister Says AI Can’t Generate Images of Left-Handed People Writing
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi pointed out that AI image generators are unable to make pictures of left-handed people while speaking at the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit in front of world leaders at the Grand Palais in Paris, France.
Pair of Rare Black Wolves Caught on Camera in Poland
Evolving digital camera technology has had wide-ranging impacts on many fields, including science and conservation, where trail cameras have been an invaluable way for biologists to observe and study elusive animals safely. Wildlife researchers in Poland recently got a rare look at a pair of black wolves, an exceedingly unusual rare sight in Europe.
Two Years Later, This Awesome 3D-Printed Film Camera Is Available to All
In March 2023, photographer Mark Hiltz designed and 3D-printed a fully functioning large-format (120) film camera, including a custom 3D-printed shutter. In the hectic two years since Hiltz met his partner and had a baby. He has now returned to his camera project and improved its performance.
Adobe Lightroom Adds Bizarre ‘UFO’ Into Photographer’s Photo
For just a brief moment, photographer Drew Geraci thought he might have captured something out of this world. On his DNG file was a bizarre orb, the question had to be asked: had he just captured the best photo of a UFO ever?
Getty Images Offers $20,000 to Capture Better Photos of People With Disabilities
Getty Images, alongside Verizon and the National Disability Leadership Alliance (NDLA), is offering photographers and videographers a $20,000 grant to showcase members of the disability community in active, professional settings.
Apple’s Acquisition of Pixelmator is Complete
Last November, Pixelmator announced that it had reached an agreement with Apple to be acquired for an undisclosed amount. According to the Pixelmator team's update to its apps, that deal has closed.
Capture One is Shutting Down Its Community Forum
Capture One will shut down its community forum on Friday, February 14. While the "Notice Board" and "Known Bugs" sections will remain, the company is moving all general communications out of the forum and into support requests and social media.
How a Unique Pink Slug on an Extinct Volcano Shows Photography’s Impact
In Mount Kaputar National Park in New South Wales, Australia, an extinct volcano is home to unique wildlife, including an incredible pink slug.
Colorado Locals Find Camouflaged Camera Used In Suspected Burglary Ring
A Lone Tree, Colorado, resident found a camouflaged camera hidden in a bush in their neighborhood, prompting a local law enforcement investigation. Authorities believe the hidden camera was used to stake out a specific house for a potential burglary attempt.
Photo Competition Shines a Light on the Secret World of Insects
The Royal Entomological Society (RES) has announced the winners of its 2024 Photography Competition, unveiling an amazing selection of up-close images of fascinating insects.
Superbowl LIX Broadcast Honors ‘Greatest Handheld Cameraman’ As He Films Final Game
Fox Sports' Super Bowl LIX broadcast honored the "greatest handheld cameraman" as he filmed the final game of his career before retiring.
This Compact Camera Can Identify Objects at Speed of Light
A pair of scientists have developed a compact camera that can identify objects at the speed of light.
Astronaut Don Pettit Recreates Famous ‘Lightning Bugs’ Photo From Space
Astronaut and photographer Don Pettit has recreated his famous Lightning Bugs photo from 2012 during his most recent mission to space.
Leica Hits the Slopes With Striking Black and Blue Sofort 2 ‘Burton Edition’
Unlikely collaborators Leica Camera AG and Burton Snowboards teamed up for a striking blue and black Leica Sofort 2 Burton Edition instant camera.
Elon Musk Makes $97.4 Billion Bid to Buy OpenAI
Elon Musk has made a $97.4 billion bid to buy the nonprofit that controls OpenAI, in a move that could shake up the AI industry.
Photographers Raise Funds for Nick Ut’s Lawsuit Against ‘The Stringer’ Documentary
A GoFundMe page has been set up to fund Nick Ut's legal fees as he plans a defamation lawsuit against the makers of The Stringer documentary which asserts he did not take the famous Napalm Girl photograph during the Vietnam War.
600-Megapixel Euclid Telescope Captures ‘Einstein Ring’ Encircling Nearby Galaxy
The Euclid space telescope discovered something incredible in the Milky Way's cosmic neighborhood, a spectacular Einstein ring.
A Photographer’s Unique Path to Becoming a Boot Maker to the Stars
Photographer Marty Snortum was so enamored by the artistry of colorful boots that he started a company in El Paso, Texas that makes custom boots for an international clientele.
BenQ SW242Q Review: A Great Photo Editing Display in a Tiny Package
If you are anything like me, choosing a monitor smaller than 27 inches would be a hard decision to make when it comes to photo editing or video production. So it was pretty surprising that even with its smaller footprint and arguably "odd" 16:10 aspect ratio (2,560 by 1,600 pixels at max resolution), the $479 BenQ SW242Q 24 inch IPS display stands out as a very attractive option for retouchers and editors.
The vivo X200 Pro Shines in Stunning Travel Film ‘The Colours of China’
"The Colours of China" by travel filmmaker Denis Barbas showcases the vivo X200 Pro’s capabilities as a professional tool for filmmakers and travel photographers.