Google’s Veo 3 Nails the Infamous Will Smith Eating Spaghetti Test
Google launched its scarily-good new AI video model Veo 3 last week -- and users wasted no time putting it to the ultimate benchmark: the “Will Smith Eating Spaghetti” test.
Sony FX2 Review: Slow and Steady Might Win This Race
It’s been more than four years since the launch of Sony’s very popular FX3 compact cinema camera, so I was expecting an update to that model to come any time. Imagine my surprise when Sony instead launched a high-resolution cinema camera with a strong emphasis on photographic functionality and a brand-new design.
The Sony FX2 Aims to Be More Than a Video-Focused a7 IV or FX3 Junior
Sony has announced the FX2, a new cinema camera designed for the next generation of filmmakers. The camera combines the a7 IV's 33-megapixel full-frame image sensor with a video-friendly form factor, including a tilting electronic viewfinder (EVF).
Leica Debuts Eye-Catching ‘Urban Green’ ZM 1 and ZM 2 Luxury Watches
Leica Camera AG has unveiled two new ZM series watches in an eye-catching green finish.
Sit Back and Enjoy NASA’s Epic Landscape Photo of Mars
160 years ago pioneering photographers were among the first to capture the landscapes of the Sierra Nevada and Yosemite. One and a half centuries later, a robot on Mars is recording the first-ever views of Martian landscapes that bear a resemblance to those found in the southwestern United States.
Harvard Gives Up Ownership of Slave Photos After Descendant’s Lawsuit
Harvard University will give up ownership of two 175-year-old daguerreotypes depicting an enslaved father and daughter, following the resolution of a years-long legal battle with a woman who claims to be a descendant of the individuals in the photographs.
Fisherman Uses Drone to Save Drowning Teen at Florida Beach
Dramatic footage has revealed the moment a shark fisherman saved a drowning teenager by using a drone to drop a flotation device.
The Quest to Identify Who Captured Thousands of Iconic 1960s Photos
Photographer Bill Delzell is on a quest to identify the unnamed photographer who left behind hundreds of rolls of undeveloped film containing images of historic moments from the late 1960s San Francisco abandoned in a storage unit.
Groundbreaking Immersive Documentary Explores the Untold Story of a D-Day Combat Cameraman
A new interactive documentary delves into the untold story of a World War II D-Day combat cameraman, the late Richard Taylor. Available exclusively for Apple Vision Pro, the immersive documentary pieces together an 80-year-old story with the veteran's daughter, bringing the past back to life and honoring an incredible legacy.
Photographer Turns Trash Into Pinhole Cameras and so Can You
Pioneering photographer Ian Ruhter, known for creating cameras out of surprising objects, is turning trash into cameras.
SmallRig’s RC 220C RBG COB LED Is a Colorful Choice for Photo and Video
SmallRig announced the RC 220C, a new continuous LED light for photographers and videographers.
Raging Sunspots Captured in Crystal Clear 8K By New Camera System
A new high-resolution camera system installed at the long-standing Vacuum Tower Telescope (VTT) in Tenerife, Spain is delivering some of the most detailed images of the Sun ever captured.
Greece Sues Adidas Over Drone Light Show of its Shoe Above Acropolis
Greece has filed a lawsuit against Adidas following what appeared to be a drone light show promoting the sportswear brand above the ancient Acropolis.
Unfortunate Redditor Purchases Analog Camera But Doesn’t Know Film Must Be Developed
Film photography is fraught with pitfalls and most celluloid shooters will have a story or two to tell about a darkroom disaster.
A Bridge Across Time: For Sebastião Salgado
In September 2024, I was passing through the Jubilee Market in Covent Garden when I found a ZEISS IKON NETTAR at a vintage camera stall. Nearly 90 years old, it sat between light meters and cracked lenses—quiet and unassuming.
You Can Get a Free Selfie in Space Thanks to Mark Rober’s $5M Satellite
Popular YouTuber and former NASA engineer Mark Rober spent $5 million of his own money to launch a satellite into space that can capture "the most epic selfies in the Universe."
You Probably Can’t Get the Lumix S9 in its Gorgeous ‘Titanium Gold’ Finish
Japanese photographers are getting a gorgeous new Lumix S9 camera next month. The "Titanium Gold" Lumix S9 camera features a new three-layer paint process, which Panasonic promises is more distinctive and eye-catching than conventional metallic paint.
Photographer’s Project Captures China’s Growing Influence in Africa
Edward Burtynsky has been photographing human industry for decades and a new show focuses on China's evolving role in global manufacturing.
Nearly Extinct Antelope Species is Photographed for the First Time Ever
This is the first-ever photograph of the Upemba lechwe -- one of the world’s rarest large mammals, now teetering on the brink of extinction, with fewer than 100 of these elusive creatures believed to remain.
Viral NBA Choke Photo Shows How History Repeats Itself
The widely published choke-gesture photo from the NBA playoffs showcases the enduring power of a single image to capture and ignite sports passion. In this case, the photographer had line of sight for a second to make the photo.
Man Who Stole Iconic Photograph of Winston Churchill is Jailed for Two Years
A Canadian man has been sentenced to almost two years in jail for stealing an iconic 1940s photograph of Sir Winston Churchill -- known as The Roaring Lion.
Is Photographer Terry Richardson Staging a Comeback?
Fashion magazines are hiring Terry Richardson years after the once-dominant photographer disappeared from view amid multiple allegations of sexual misconduct.
Aquatic Stalk in Precious Spring: How Polar Bears Hunt In a Changing World
Aquatic stalking is a hunting technique used by polar bears to catch seals. Unlike the traditional method of waiting by breathing holes in the ice, aquatic stalking involves the bear swimming stealthily through open water or diving under ice to approach seals resting on the ice’s edge. Polar bears use their white fur as camouflage in snowy or icy environments, allowing them to blend in and get closer without being detected. When close enough, the bear launches a sudden, explosive attack, often breaking through the ice or lunging from the water to catch the seal. This method requires patience, strength, and precise timing, as seals are highly alert and quick to escape into the water.
The Sad Tale of Ira Hayes, A Marine in ‘Raising the Flag on Iwo Jima’
On Memorial Day, a time to honor the men and women who died while serving in the military, PetaPixel looks at the life of soldier Ira Hayes in four photos.
Kentmere Pan 200 Review: Your New Daily Driver Film
Being a film photographer is an expensive hobby. Sure, it's easy to get started with the relatively low cost of hardware but film and developing costs (even if you're doing it yourself) add up fast. That's why Kentmere Pan 200 is so welcome: it's good, it's readily available, and it's cheap at $8 per roll.
This is How to Shoot Photos in the Style of Wes Anderson
A new book teaches photographers how to capture images in the distinctive visual style of American film director Wes Anderson.
PNY Unveils microSD Express Cards for Switch 2
Technology company PNY has announced new microSD Express memory cards, joining the newly formed fray ahead of the Nintendo Switch 2's global launch on June 5.
Astronomers Capture Violent Cosmic Joust Between Two Galaxies
Astronomers utilizing high resolution telescope arrays observed two warring galaxies battling with radiation.
How the New TV Series ‘Tucci In Italy’ Captures the Essence of Italy
Celebrated actor Stanley Tucci has racked up an impressive six Emmy Awards and two Golden Globes throughout his lengthy career. However, alongside his award-winning roles, he is also beloved for hosting travel and food series, the latest being Tucci in Italy with National Geographic, which premiered this week.
The Reto Pano 35mm Film Camera Switches Between Standard and Pano Modes Mid-Roll
Reto, makers of vintage-inspired analog cameras and film, has announced that its latest device is a 35mm film camera that can switch between standard and panoramic modes without changing film.