Astrophotographer Andrew McCarthy captured a "once in a lifetime shot" on Sunday when the International Space Station (ISS) crossed the Sun just as a solar flare erupted from the star's surface.
Midjourney, best known for its AI image generator, has just announced its first video generation model called V1 Video which will animate still images into short video clips.
This week on the PetaPixel Podast, Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and Jaron Schneider are here with a special episode as they took to the Photography Stage at the BILD Expo in New York City for a live recording!
Alongside new Photoshop and Lightroom updates, Adobe recently unveiled Project Indigo, a new computational photography camera app.
In an ambitious effort to preserve and study insect pollinators, the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of Natural History is launching a groundbreaking project to digitize 200,000 specimens in just one year. This extraordinary task, which involves some of the world’s largest insect pollinator collections, is being made possible with the help of a custom-built conveyor system. Once completed, the project will offer unprecedented access to these vital species, contributing to ongoing …
The 12th edition of the annual California Academy of Sciences' BigPicture Photography Competition celebrates the world's best nature, landscape, and wildlife photographers.
It has been just over two years since unconventional multi-disciplinary artist Stuart Semple announced Abode, a suite of creative apps aimed at taking on creative industry monolith, Adobe. In the two years since, the Kickstarter project has continually missed deadlines but remains ongoing.
The Zebra Daylight Processing Tank offers large format photographers an innovative processing solution that combines convenience, efficiency, and reliability. The Zebra Daylight Tank enables the daylight processing of large-format film, plates, and photographic paper, all without the need for a traditional darkroom setup.
Maxim Dondyuk (b.1983, Ukraine), winner of the W. Eugene Smith Grant, is a research-based photographer and artist who combines fieldwork, historical inquiry, and personal reflections with the medium of photography, video, text, and archival materials.
As expected, President Donald Trump will extend TikTok's sale deadline for the third time, giving the popular social media app yet another lengthy reprieve to comply with the law.
A cameraman has filed a lawsuit against a former WWE wrestler over injuries he claims to have incurred when he went “off script.”
A photographer got his timing and positioning all wrong at a sports meeting in China and ended up interfering with the show.
In an age where technology is seamlessly integrated into everyday life, the Behold Camera emerges as a groundbreaking device that promises to elevate wildlife observation to an entirely new level. Effortless Wildlife Observation Powered by AI, the Behold camera provides an innovative solution for wildlife enthusiasts, capturing every magical moment with ease and precision. Whether the observer is an avid birdwatcher, a casual nature enthusiast, or someone simply curious about the creatures …
A few years ago, Vincent Tantardini, created datafilm, a digital notebook app for analog photographers to keep track of their film photography adventures. With the aid of encouraging feedback and support from the analog community, Tantardini has created datafilm's successor: Frames.
A street photographer has revealed the fascinating difference between what he sees and the final image that he shoots.
Astronomers using the European Southern Observatory's (ESO) Very Large Telescope (VLT) observed the nearby Sculptor Galaxy in thousands of colors simultaneously, capturing a breathtakingly colorful and detailed image that reveals never-before-seen cosmic details.
The number of photographs taken this year is expected to exceed two trillion for the first time, according to research.
A photographer says he may never regain his sight after being shot in the eye with a rubber bullet by police while covering protests in Los Angeles over the weekend.
The popular YouTuber known as Cr1TiKaL demonstrated the terrifying power of AI video this week after fooling regular viewers.
Leica has announced Monopan 50, a new high-resolution black-and-white film with enhanced spectral sensitivity. It is the first true Leica 35mm film the company has released.
The winners of the Earth Photo 2025 Award have been announced and a photographer whose work focuses on a huge open-pit copper mine in Chile has taken home the top prize and £1,000 ($1,350),
The European Space Agency's (ESA) historic Proba-3 mission, designed to create and study solar eclipses in orbit, has successfully made its first artificial eclipse in space, and the images are breathtaking.
Last month, I made a photograph at Père Lachaise Cemetery in Paris. A candid image. Unposed, unplanned, and deeply human.
Alex Gusev is a name that stands out in the world of product photography, particularly for his cinematic toy photography, where he brings miniature worlds to life.
United Kingdom-based Harman Technology announced a new redscale color negative film, Harman Red 125, in February, initially only in 35mm format. The company has today released the intriguing pro-finished redscale film in 120 format for medium-format analog photographers.
Apple built a camera module made out of iPhone components designed to withstand the intense conditions of professional motor racing for the upcoming F1 movie.
I'm not a huge fan of ultra-light travel tripods. As compact as they are, they often lack the stability required for anything beyond casual use. There is a balancing act involved in finding the right amount of stability while still keeping the tripod convenient enough to enjoy. I did not like the Peak Design Travel Tripod due to its fiddly head design and slightly wobbly legs, but they may have reached the Goldilocks zone with the latest Peak Design Pro Lite. This one feels just right. At $800, …
Peak Design announced three new Pro tripods that it developed in tandem with adventure photographer and filmmaker Jimmy Chin that promise professional-grade portability, strength and "thoughtfully designed functionality."
When photographer Nikolay Bakharev was born in the Soviet Union in the late 1940s, he entered a strict world where artistic expression was tightly regulated.
Adobe has unveiled the highly anticipated mobile version of its Firefly app, enabling users, both novice and professional, to create high-quality images and videos from their phones using advanced AI technology.
Lighting brand Harlowe has developed a limited edition Signature Kit of its lighting products in partnership with portrait photographer Mark Mann. The Mark Mann Signature Kit will be limited to just 30 worldwide, each with its own number.
Adobe announced new features across much of the Creative Cloud ecosystem, including in Lightroom and Photoshop, designed to help creators move even faster from idea to final delivery. Adobe promises that its latest updates deliver "speed, precision, and smarter AI to power your workflow."
At the beginning of the 19th century, it was becoming apparent in scientific circles that it was possible to "draw with light" and fix real-world images onto paper. In 1826, Joseph Nicéphore Niépce took what is widely believed to be the first-ever successful photograph, an exposure that may have lasted several days.
The 46th Leitz Photographica Auction this month will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Leica I, the first mass-produced 35mm camera. A rare prototype of the Leica I, the 0-Series No. 112, will be auctioned and is expected to sell for as much as €2 million ($2.3 million).
An AFP photographer was shot in the head by a rubber bullet during the Los Angeles protests on Saturday -- at least the third photographer who has been injured by less-lethal weapons since the unrest began.
Flagship cameras always get the biggest fanfare but it’s often the model that sits right below that gets the most play. These are the cameras made for the enthusiast photographer who does not need the biggest and fastest camera but does want some high-end features at a decent price. Where the OM System OM-1 Mark II is the pinnacle of OM technology, the new $1,200 OM-5 Mark II will probably be the workhorse of the lineup.
OM System has announced the OM-5 Mark II, which it describes as a "refined" mirrorless interchangeable lens Micro Four Thirds camera built for outdoor enthusiasts.
Sigma has announced the 17-40mm f/1.8 DC Art lens, what it calls the successor to the 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art lens that was designed for DSLRs and became incredibly popular for run-and-gun videographers when it launched in 2013.
National Geographic's newest wildlife documentary series, Underdogs, celebrates nature's unsung heroes and adds a generous helping of humor thanks to Ryan Reynolds' narration. PetaPixel spoke to Mark Linfield and Vanessa Berlowitz, co-founders of Wildstar Films, about the new series and how evolving camera tech helps tell compelling nature stories in fresh new ways.
The Trump family announced a new cellular company, Trump Mobile. Alongside the new cell service company, Trump Mobile unveiled its first smartphone, a $500 gilded handheld that makes some strange, unrealistic promises.
A significant part of the appeal of Fujiflim's X and GFX Series cameras is Fujifilm's phenomenal Film Simulations. While many photographers enjoy these carefully created simulations straight out of the box, experimental shooters can also build their own in-camera and save them as custom recipes. Photographer Oliver Mandic has built a free web tool to help Fujifilm owners craft new image recipes based on the look they want and the subject they like capturing.
Austrian photographer Markus Hofstaetter purchased a century-old Eastman View Camera No. 2-D, also known as the Kodak 2D, more than six months ago and has since spent the time since restoring the camera to its former glory. After all the time and effort, the 104-year-old camera is reborn.
Kim Sajet, the director of the National Portrait Gallery (NPG), has resigned just days after the Smithsonian Institution attempted to challenge President Trump's firing of her.
Viltrox's newest lens, the AF 85mm f/1.4 Pro for full-frame Sony E-mount cameras, aims to punch far above its weight. The $600 fast portrait prime promises stunning photos with silky-smooth backgrounds and a swift, accurate autofocus system.
Social media users are convinced that this bizarre walk will guarantee that photographers capture the perfect candid shots.
Ever since the release of AI video generator Google Veo 3, there has been an avalanche of novel videos making use of the cutting-edge technology; bringing bible influencers to life and even an AI ad ran on the NBA Finals.
This week on June 17 and 18, B&H is hosting the BILD Expo at the Javits Center in New York City. It's becoming the biggest photography show in the United States and there are some killer deals to be had if you're able to show up in-person, but there are also some great discounts to be found online, too.
Photographer Cindy Sherman has launched an initiative that allows her damaged prints to be destroyed and replaced with new, artist-approved versions to preserve her iconic images for future generations.
An urban explorer photographer was arrested after accidentally locking himself in a jail cell overnight when he broke into an abandoned prison to take photos.
Two tourists in Italy have been roundly criticized for sitting on a "Van Gogh" chair and badly damaging the artwork.
