Chinese Tourist Posing for Photo Plunges 250 Feet Into Active Volcano
A 31-year-old woman holidaying in Indonesia has died after falling 250 feet into an active volcano.
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Chinese Lenses Don’t Always Seem Like Cheap Toys Anymore
I have to admit that I haven't given enough time to review the many, many lenses that are coming to us out of China. The only thing harder than knowing which Chinese camera companies belong to which other camera companies is knowing how to pronounce the often strange naming conventions given to the brands. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2024-3-21 17:01
New kind on the block: Chinese manufacturer SG-IMAGE announced the 25mm f/1.8 APS-C manual lens
SG-IMAGE announced this new 25mm f/1.8. The specs are: 7 elements in 5 groups 7 aperture blades stepped aperture minimum focusing distance of 0.25m 43mm filter interface all-metal lens body weighs about 185 grams Sony E, Nikon Z, Fuji X, Canon R, Canon M, M43, L mount. No info on pricing yet. sonyalpharumors.com »
2024-2-28 07:50
Chinese leakier “guesses” the possible Sony 2024 camera roadmap
Chinese leaker E8M_8888 has shared many correct info on Sony sensor releases and camera registrations. He now attempted to guess a possible Sony camera roadmap for 2024. I see people took this “wishlist” as more serious than it is…so please take it with a huge dose of sepsis. He wrote: ZV-E10 II with same A6700… sonyalpharumors.com »
2024-1-10 18:26
Provocative: Why in 2024 Chinese manufacturers will outshine the “classic” Canon-Nikon-Sony gear
My bold prediction about new Chinese cameras and lenses that will lead to new innovation and difficult times for classic camera manufacturers. sonyalpharumors.com »
2023-12-16 17:53
Chinese Artists Boycott Social Media Site Amid AI Generator Controversy
Artists in China have launched a boycott of one of the country's largest social media sites, Xiaohongshu, after it trained its artificial intelligence tool using images from users without their permission. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2023-10-4 19:36
Chinese Company Lets You Make a Deepfake ‘Digital Human’ for $145
A leading Chinese technology company is allowing users to create artificially intelligent (AI) deepfake "digital humans" based on any individual within 24 hours for $145. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2023-5-1 18:28
Midjourney Bans AI Images of Chinese President Xi Jinping
Midjourney does not allow users to generate pictures of Chinese President Xi Jinping on its platform -- the only world leader whose likeness is banned on the AI image generator. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2023-4-4 17:01
Chinese AI News Anchor Works 24 Hours a Day, 365 Days a Year
China has revealed its latest digital news anchor, an artificial intelligence (AI) powered "woman" that delivers news 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2023-3-17 16:27
US TikTok May Split From Chinese Owner ByteDance to Avoid Ban
TikTok may split from its Chinese parent company ByteDance, to help address U.S. concerns about national security risks.
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Selfie Taken By U-2 Pilot Shows View Above Chinese Spy Balloon
The United States Department of Defense has released a photo taken by a U-2 spy plane pilot that shows a perspective from inside the cockpit and above the Chinese balloon that was shot down earlier this month. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2023-2-23 00:42
U.S. is Tracking Massive Chinese Spy Balloon Floating Over Montana
The United States government is currently tracking what it describes as a Chinese "high-altitude surveillance balloon" as it floats over Montana. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2023-2-4 20:33
Photo of Wuhan Wins Photography Awards Celebrating Chinese Culture
A photo of a popular park in Wuhan, China has won the Global SinoPhoto Awards 2023.
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petapixel.com »2023-2-1 21:55
Chinese Protestors are Flipping Videos and Using Filters to Evade Internet Police
Chinese protestors angry with endless COVID restrictions have been flipping videos filmed on their phones and adding filters to avoid the government's online censors. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2022-12-6 18:27
Chinese Police are Searching Phones for Instagram as Protests Mount
As protests around China’s zero-Covid policy mount, police appear to be searching phones for apps like Instagram, Twitter, and Telegram, which are banned in the country, with the goal of stopping photos of the protests from being released. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2022-11-30 22:01
U.S. Charges Two Suspected Chinese Spies in Plot to Disrupt Huawei Probe
The United States Department of Justice today revealed that it had formerly charged two suspected Chinese operatives for plotting to disrupt the criminal investigation into Huawei. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2022-10-25 23:56
United States Blacklists DJI as a ‘Chinese Military Company’
DJI has been officially blacklisted by the United States Department of Defense by classifying it as a "Chinese military company." [Read More] petapixel.com »
2022-10-11 20:40
Why Are Chinese Lenses So Affordable? Are Japanese Lenses Worth It?
The Japanese manufacturers are sure to say that Chinese lenses are just rip-offs of Japanese lenses. But that's not always the case. However, still, Chinese lenses still end up being more affordable than their Japanese counterparts. thephoblographer.com »
2022-7-27 07:00
Thousands of Chinese Police Photos of Detained Uyghurs Leak Online
Thousands of hacked Chinese police photographs of interned Uyghurs have shed light on Beijing's treatment of its Muslim minority in Xinjiang. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2022-6-2 17:41
I’ve Been Exploring The Diversity Of The Chinese Landscape And Took Aerial Pictures (49 Pics)
With the complexity of traveling out of China during the pandemic, I kept exploring the diversity of the Chinese landscape as a break between industry and city to reconnect to nature. The post I've Been Exploring The Diversity Of The Chinese Landscape And Took Aerial Pictures (49 Pics) first appeared on Bored Panda. boredpanda.com »
2022-1-2 09:34
Chinese Photographer Slammed for ‘Stereotypical’ Dior Photo
A photo of a woman holding a Dior bag by notable Chinese photographer Chen Man has sparked controversy in China, with netizens and multiple local publications claiming it furthers stereotypes common in the West. petapixel.com »
2021-11-25 19:57
This Popular Chinese Photo Tourist Spot is Entirely Fake
Social media has long been filled with faked lifestyle photos, but what about an entire town that has been manufactured to be one of the world’s best photography hot spots? Meet Xiapu County, an area in the Fujian province of southern China. petapixel.com »
2021-6-30 22:21
Chinese government rules in favour of Alpa in counterfeit cameras case
Swiss camera manufacturer Alpa has won a case in the Chinese courts against a company that was making and distributing cameras and accessories copied from its own models. Chinese brand GuoZh has been told to pay damages to Alpa over its FY-2015 camera which is a direct copy of Alpa’s A12 series models. dpreview.com »
2020-4-17 22:59
I Took 12 Pics Of Regular Chinese People To Stop Prejudice And Show That They’re Like All Of Us
I have been living in the Southern Chinese city of Shenzhen for exactly ten years now. This magnificent country has experienced untold amounts of change: industrialization, urbanization, technology, the construction of mega-cities, and more. boredpanda.com »
2020-3-22 10:56
My 12 Pics Try To Stop Prejudice Towards Chinese People Amidst The Current Global Crisis
I have been living in the Southern Chinese city of Shenzhen for exactly ten years now. This magnificent country has experienced untold amounts of change: industrialization, urbanization, technology, the construction of mega-cities, and more. boredpanda.com »
2020-3-21 10:56
Coronavirus: Whatever happens next, COVID-19 is already having an effect on the photo industry
Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses that cause illnesses ranging from the common cold to severe acute respiratory illnesses such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS-CoV) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS-CoV). dpreview.com »
2020-3-3 21:39
Young Chinese Couple Found Dead Near Iconic Iceland Photo Spot
A young Chinese couple in their early 20s was found dead last week near the famous DC-3 plane crash site in Iceland: an iconic photo spot frequented by photographers and tourists alike. Authorities say there was no sign of foul play, and believe inclement weather is to blame. According to the BBC, authorities were alerted […] petapixel.com »
2020-1-22 20:19
Jonas Daley Reimagines Chinese Landscapes as Surreal Scenery
Among our favorite approaches to landscape photography are those that invite the viewer to abandon the familiar and use their imagination instead to look at a certain location. It definitely shows in many of the alien-inspired vistas and even abstract-driven works we've featured in the past. thephoblographer.com »
2019-12-27 14:00
Trump lifts ban on US companies that prevented them selling to Huawei
President Trump has said U. S. companies that sell components to Chinese tech firm Huawei will be allowed to continue to do so. In remarks at a press conference during the G20 summit in Japan, Trump said that he had told the Chinese leader Xi Jinping that Huawei would be allowed to buy U. dpreview.com »
2019-7-2 21:24
The Chinese Instagram Village
In today’s social media game, simple selfies just don’t cut it anymore. The competition for attention is fierce and in order to keep eyeballs locked, some are stepping up their game. This is what I learned when I accidentally stumbled upon an area just outside Dali, China and found myself in the middle of a […] petapixel.com »
2019-5-22 17:39
The word 'Leica' is now banned on Chinese social media after controversial 'Tank Man' video
Leica is facing backlash in China following the publication of a video called 'The Hunt' set in 1989 during, among other things, the Tiananmen Square pro-democracy protests. In response to the video, Chinese social media website Weibo has banned the use of the word 'Leica' -- attempts to search for content in English and Chinese using that keyword returns zero results. dpreview.com »
2019-4-20 21:05
New company behind Meyer Optik confirms Nocturnus lens was a Chinese clone and a “shameful indictment”
As you know Meyer Optik has been acquired by OPC Optics. And today they honestly disclosed this: We became aware that internally the Somnium was actually a modified Russian lens and the Nocturnus was a modified Chinese lens. sonyalpharumors.com »
2019-3-23 14:04
I Built a Replica Chinese Takeout Restaurant in My Photo Studio
My name is Nicky Hamilton, I’m a photographer from London. In-between commercial work I produce fine art photography, specializing in cinematic set builds, which unlike my commercial work is done solo, the set design, build, photography, styling, and retouching. petapixel.com »
2019-1-17 20:28
(SR5) New 50mm f/1.1 FE autofocus lens to be announced soon by a Chinese manufacturer!
A reliable Asian Source sent me this image showing the f/1. 1 aperture of a new 50mm f/1. 1 FE autofocus lens that will be announced soon. It is made by a Chinese manufacturer. I am yet not 100% sure about the brand but it’s rumored that this might be made by Yongnuo. sonyalpharumors.com »
2018-12-27 17:53
Renowned Chinese Photojournalist Lu Guang Goes Missing in China
One of the most famous Chinese photojournalists has gone missing in China, and there are reports that he was arrested by government security officers. Lu Guang, who has won some of photography’s most prestigious awards for documenting social issues in China, was visiting the Xinjiang region in northwest China when he was taken away, Lu’s […] petapixel.com »
2018-11-27 19:18
Chinese Couple Came To India For His Pre-Wed Shoot
My name is Shashank Shekhar. I am a Delhi based wedding photographer. This is my first experience with a Chinese couple for a Pre-wed shoot in India. boredpanda.com »
2018-7-26 10:37
Report: Chinese company Xiaomi may purchase GoPro
Chinese electronics company Xiaomi is considering an offer to buy action-cam makers GoPro, according to a report in The Information. This news follows GoPro's January announcement that it would be exiting the market for drones in order to streamline business and become more profitable. dpreview.com »
2018-4-14 20:06
When Chinese Rip Offs Go Too Far: 40 Side-By-Side Pictures Of Paris, And Its Chinese Knockoff Look Awfully Similar
You don't have to travel to France to check out the Eiffel Tower or the Mona Lisa, or the next best thing. China has built a replica of Paris 6,000 miles away from the famous European city. Looking at the photos, an average tourist might find it so similar that it's almost eerie. boredpanda.com »
2018-3-20 18:35
AT&T decision to drop Huawei Mate 10 Pro reportedly made under pressure from US Congress
According to a report by Reuters AT&T's decision to not sell the Huawei Mate 10 Pro, currently one of the best camera smartphones, in the US might have been made under pressure from the US Congress. dpreview.com »
2018-1-17 00:21
AT&T won't sell the Huawei Mate 10 in the US over political concerns
Chinese device manufacturer Huawei was widely expected to announce its first distribution partnership for a flagship smartphone in the US with carrier AT&T at CES this week. dpreview.com »
2018-1-12 00:30
This Chinese Family Spent 6 Months Working Out: Before-and-After Photos
Chinese photographer Jesse Ding has spent the past 6 months working out with his family to get healthy. Ding has been shooting photos to document their transformations, and the before-and-after views are incredible. petapixel.com »
2018-1-9 19:30
Famed Chinese rooftopper falls to his death from 62-story skyscraper
Photo: Weibo Editor's Note: We have decided not to post the video of the tragedy, or even link to it. Please, if you value your life, do not engage in 'rooftopping' or other risky activities for the sake of a 'cool' photo. dpreview.com »
2017-12-15 20:42
Famous Chinese ‘Rooftopper’ Falls to Death from 62-Story Building
A well-known Chinese ‘rooftopping’ photographer fell to his death from the top of a 62-story skyscraper after the stunt he was attempting went horribly wrong. The incident was caught on camera. petapixel.com »
2017-12-13 20:27
First A7rIII and 24-105mm lens shipped to Chinese buyers
The very first A7rIII has been shipped today to Chinese buyers (Source Xitek). Some time ago Sony stated that China was the number one Full Frame market in terms of volume. I guess that’s why the camera is shipping earlier than in USA and EU. sonyalpharumors.com »
2017-11-10 18:15
Chinese Museum Pulls Photo Exhibit Comparing Black People to Animals
A museum in China has taken down a photo exhibition that placed photos of black people and African animals side-by-side. The exhibit had attracted outrage from around the world after images of it were shared online. petapixel.com »
2017-10-14 19:17
The Lexar Brand Has Been Acquired by Chinese Company Longsys
Strength of Lexar Brand Combined with Longsys’ Consumer Storage Dedication Enables Continued Support to Existing Lexar Customers as well as Exciting New Growth Opportunities SHENZHEN, China and SAN JOSE, Calif (Aug. canonrumors.com »
2017-9-4 17:36
This is How Chinese Models Get Photo Shoots Done Fast
If you’re a fashion model in China who needs to pose for over a hundred outfits every day, you learn to work fast. Really fast. There are videos online showing how models pose rapid-fire style for the photos used on Taobao, China’s equivalent of Amazon. petapixel.com »
2017-7-23 18:24
Bowens: Yes, We’re Dead, and Chinese Brands Killed Us
It’s now official: Bowens is dead. The well-known 94-year-old lighting equipment brand has officially confirmed that it has discontinued operations, and one of the main factors in its demise was the rise of cheaper gear by Chinese manufacturers. petapixel.com »
2017-7-21 17:55
New $40 fisheye E-mount lens from a chinese company
Our reader YC just spotted a new teaser for a Fisheye MFT lens made by a chinese manufacturer: Some info from a Chinese mirrorless forum: http://tieba. baidu. com/p/5004916064?pid=104825892670&cid=104826339998#104826339998 This guy claimed that his little team from Shenzhen, China is designing a super compact fisheye macro lens for E/X/M43 mount. sonyalpharumors.com »
2017-3-3 12:24
Ren Hang, Famed and Controversial Chinese Photographer, Dead at Age 29
The art of photography lost one of its most influential and controversial voices today. Ren Hang, a renowned and oft-censored Chinese photographer whose work has been displayed around the world, died this week. petapixel.com »
2017-2-26 00:21