YouTuber Cr1tikal Fools Viewers to Show How Good AI Video Has Become

The popular YouTuber known as Cr1TiKaL demonstrated the terrifying power of AI video this week after fooling regular viewers. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2025-6-18 16:41

Good news: New large stock of Sony A1II camera is now shipping out in the USA

As you know, the Sony A1II is still in high demand. In the US, it’s out of stock at BHphoto, Adorama reports that it will ship in July, and Amazon has even stopped accepting preorders and canceled all older preorders. sonyalpharumors.com »

2025-5-6 21:00

ChatGPT Is Scary Good at Guessing the Location of a Photo

Users pushing the limits of ChatGPT’s powerful new AI image model have uncovered yet another astonishing -- and slightly unnerving -- ability: it can pinpoint the location of photographs. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2025-4-18 20:11

The Very Good Smartphone Cameras You Aren’t Considering | The PetaPixel Podcast

This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, Chris Niccolls, Jordan Drake, and I are joined by PetaPixel's mobile and computing contributing writer Ted Kritsonis to talk about the very good smartphone camera systems that North Americans might not know about or have outright disregarded. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2025-3-27 20:01

ChatGPT’s New AI Image Generator Looks Scarily Good

OpenAI has launched a new AI image generator that is a technological step forward, and some of the examples the company shared achieve a frightening degree of verisimilitude. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2025-3-27 16:02

Just announced: New YONGNUO 56mm f/1.4 DA DSM WL PRO APS-C E-mount lens

The lens should be soon available for reorder for $278 on Amazon. SonyAlphaBlog already published a review of this new lens and concluded: The Yongnuo 56mm F1. 4 (268 euros) is one of the cheapest 56mm. sonyalpharumors.com »

2025-3-10 14:42

Just announced: New YONGNUO 56mm f/1.4 DA DSM WL PRO APS-C E-mount elns

The lens should be soon available for reorder for $278 on Amazon. SonyAlphaBlog already published a review of this new lens and concluded: The Yongnuo 56mm F1. 4 (268 euros) is one of the cheapest 56mm. sonyalpharumors.com »

2025-3-9 14:42

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. petapixel.com »

2025-2-13 22:05

Honor Magic 7 Pro Review: A Good Phone in a Sea of Great Ones

The Honor Magic 7 Pro has the potential to revolutionize mobile photography, but its image sensors and software computation may be holding it back. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2025-2-8 17:58

Samsung открыла приложение для настройки интерфейса Good Lock для всех стран

Samsung официально объявила, что с выходом оболочки One UI 7 приложение Good Lock для тонкой настройки интерфейса станет доступно для пользователей всех моделей бренда независимо от страны. ferra.ru »

2025-2-3 21:45

A good indication of the specs of the Sony RX1rIII… when it launches in 2025?

I still have no definitive confirmation that a new full frame fixed lens camera will be announced in 2025. All I know for sure is that Sony executives have stated several times that development of the RX line is not yet complete. sonyalpharumors.com »

2025-1-29 17:06

Grumbler Looks Like A Simpler Version Of Trekpak. Is that a Good Thing?

Does the perfect camera bag exist? Some would say their search for such a bag has been fruitless so far. Often, you stumble upon a bag that looks stylish and has loads of features that appeal to you, but it ends up not catering to photographers, especially from a customizability perspective of the interiors. thephoblographer.com »

2025-1-18 17:00

Just announced: New Yongnuo 23mm f/1.4 DA DSM WL APS-C E-mount lens

Yongnuo announced this new APS-C E-mount lens that will be available soon on their Amazon page. SonyAlphaBlog tested the lens and concluded: The Yongnuo 23mm F1. 4 DA DSM WL (268 euros) is a very good lens overall : very good ergonomics (including a wireless remote) very good AF , build quality , very good centre… The post Just announced: New Yongnuo 23mm f/1. sonyalpharumors.com »

2025-1-4 18:01

Приложение Samsung Good Lock для настройки интерфейса станет доступно в Google Play

Вероятно, Samsung приурочила всеобщую доступность своего инструмента Good Lock для тонкой настройки интерфейса к десятилетию этого приложения. Вендор сделает Good Lock открытым для все пользователей. ferra.ru »

2025-1-3 15:00

This $126 Pancake Lens For Nikon Z is Good But it Could Have Been Great

Nikon may have found its footing now, but their APS-C game is still, like many other companies, not up to the mark. However, that does not deter third-party manufacturers from creating lenses APS-C lenses. thephoblographer.com »

2024-12-14 08:00

In The End, It Was a Good Old-Fashioned Photo That Led to Arrest of UnitedHealthcare CEO Shooter

Despite the police's use of facial recognition technology, AI, and drones, it was a photograph that helped police catch the man suspected of killing the UnitedHealthcare CEO. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-12-10 16:09

Good news: The Samyang Remaster Slim lens will soon be available worldwide

Samyang is officially teasing the worldwide launch of the new Remaster Slim modular lens. It’s already on preorder at WexUK and ParkCameras. So far we only have some Korean Youtube reviews of the lens. Just add the autotranslated subtitles to read what they say: sonyalpharumors.com »

2024-9-28 08:34

There is a Good Reason For Why Ricoh’s Theta X Now Shoots DNG RAWs

Two and a half years after its release, the Ricoh Theta X 360-degree camera can finally record RAW images.

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2024-9-21 21:31

PhotonsToPhotos does the Canon EOS R5 Mark II and it’s good

First things first here. A major shoutout goes to Bill Claff and his website PhotonsToPhotos. Bill has been tirelessly doing this work on sensor analysis for years. Without Bill's work we wouldn't be having this conversation at all, and be trying to subjectively look at shadow-boosted images from one camera to the next to determine [...] Source canonrumors.com »

2024-8-14 09:49

Good news for Tamron: Stock price has risen by more than 50% since the beginning of the year!

Yep, you can still make  a lot of money in the camera business if you can deliver innovative new products. DClife reports that On June 18, 2024, Tamron announced that it would increase its dividend per share from 50 yen to 70 yen. sonyalpharumors.com »

2024-6-22 18:18

Chris Niccols: Just How GOOD are Voigtlander Lenses? | Nocton 50mm f/1 & 40mm f/1.2

I do own BOTH Voigtlander lenses tested by Chris in this Video: The Voigtlander 40mm f/1.2 (here at Amazon, BHphoto, FotoErhardt, Calumet, Fotokoch, WexUK) The Voigtlander 50mm f/1.0 (here at Amazon, BHphoto, FotoErhardt, Calumet, Fotokoch, WexUK) I have a lot of experience with both lenses and can only HIGHLY recommend them! As a manual photographer for… sonyalpharumors.com »

2024-6-16 19:54

Just How Good Are the Voigtlander Nokton 50mm f/1.0 and 40mm f/1.2?

Recently, I've pushed myself to look at third-party lens brands from China, which offer interesting character at a relatively low price. I wanted to try out the lenses that cost more money but might provide a more compelling user experience and the Voigtlander manual focus primes could be the answer. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-6-16 17:01

Sony 300mm f/2.8 GM Review by Matt Granger: “unbelievably good!

Preorders: Sony 300mm at BHphoto. Amazon US&EU. Adorama. FotoErhardt. Fotokoch. Calumet. WexUK. sonyalpharumors.com »

2024-5-10 13:19

Is the Insta360 X4 8K Actually Any Good? | The PetaPixel Podcast

The biggest video-centric exhibition took place last week and brought with it a ton of news, including a new dual-lens camera from Insta360 called the X4 8K. There are a lot of conflicting reports on the video quality, though and Jordan Drake has thoughts. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-4-25 00:49

The good news after 16-25mm G announcement: 24-70mm f/2.0 and 85mm f/1.4 GMII is coming soon too!

I have been telling you for months about five lenses coming til early summer: 24-50mm f/2. 8 G (Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama, FotoErhardt, Calumet, Fotokoch, WexUK) 16-25mm f/2. 8 G (Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama, FotoErhardt, Calumet,FotoKoch,  WexUK) 24-70mm f/2. sonyalpharumors.com »

2024-4-18 15:53

New Sony firmware update: The good, the bad and the ugly!

I just had a chat with SonyAlphaRumors followers about this update. And during the streaming I got an interesting note from Miguel Quiles. He is not 100% certain but he thinks animal EYE AF in video can’t be implemented on the A1 because of the missing AI chip. So make sure to watch this and… sonyalpharumors.com »

2024-3-30 18:50

Message to source who just sent me good news: Thanks!

I just got a message through the anonymous contact box. The only way to contact the spruce back is to write this post. First of all Thank You for sharing the info! I will now try to double check the info you sent me. sonyalpharumors.com »

2024-3-24 11:36

Now available for preorder: 7Artisans First Auto-focus 50mm f/1.8 E-mount

You can now preorder the new 7Artisans 50mm f/1. 8 AF lens at Amazon US&EU, BHphoto, Pergear and 7Artisans. SonyAlphaBlog already tested the lens and concluded: The 7 Artisans 50mm F1. 8 (228$/251 euros) is a good surprise. sonyalpharumors.com »

2024-3-19 16:01

Google Backs Company Making Smartphones as Good as ‘Real’ Cameras

Glass Imaging, a company that showcased its ability to dramatically improve the quality of smartphone images thanks to its specialized neural network, has received $9. petapixel.com »

2024-2-9 21:38

Don McCullin on His 60-Year Career: ‘What Good Have I Done?’

Iconic war photographer Don McCullin has given a thought-provoking interview to Vanity Fair in which he wonders what the point of photography is in conflict zones. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-1-31 16:04

What is ‘Good Enough’ for a New Smartphone Camera? | The PetaPixel Podcast

Last week, Samsung unveiled its new Galaxy S24 Ultra that had some hardware improvements, but leaned much more heavily on software and the addition of AI-powered features. petapixel.com »

2024-1-25 21:54

Shutterstock and United Nations Launch ‘AI For Good’ Image Contest

Shutterstock has teamed up with the United Nation's AI for Good initiative to launch an artificial intelligence image contest. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-1-23 14:50

You Can Get Some Really Good Deals on Camera Equipment Right Now

You can get some really good deals on camera equipment right now from OM System, Fujifilm, and Canon not to mention Apple, Shure, and Profoto. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2023-11-10 18:01

Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 VXD VC G2: Making a Good Thing Even Better

The original Tamron 70-180mm f/2. 8 Di III VXD has quite a wordy title to say. Luckily, it's worth the hassle because it is one of my favorite lenses in recent memory. petapixel.com »

2023-10-28 09:05

CineStill’s Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Week | The PetaPixel Podcast

CineStill, once one of the most popular film brands, is facing widespread backlash for defending its trademarks in a manner that is being described as intimidation and bullying. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2023-10-18 18:58

Influencer Claims ‘Mewing’ is Secret to Taking Good Side Photo

An influencer claims that "mewing" is the secret to getting a good photo from the side -- and photographers may want to learn about the latest viral TikTok posing trend. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2023-9-27 20:44

Sigma 17mm f/4 DG DN Lens Review: Good Things Come in Small Packages

There just aren't a lot of ultra-wide full-frame prime lenses to choose from. There are plenty of zoom lenses to choose from, however, compact dedicated ultra-wides are in short supply. petapixel.com »

2023-5-16 16:59

Good news from trusted source: Sony is running ahead of schedule with several products!

Sony may ANTICIPATE the launch of new cameras: This includes new ZV1 successor, new A6700 and maybe something else too? In my video I will walk you through the possible options… sonyalpharumors.com »

2023-4-30 16:27

Good Things Can Come in Small(er) Packages: Nikon Z 100-400mm f4.5-5.6 VR S Review

The more glass pieces a lens has, the harder it is to move all those elements quickly. The Nikon Z 100-400mm f4. 5-5. 6 VR S doubles up on autofocus motors in order to quickly move its 25 different elements to bring the subject into focus. thephoblographer.com »

2023-4-12 07:00

7 Essential Elements to a Good Photo

Photography is a visual art, and as with most art forms, there are no rigid rules or formulas that guarantee a captivating image. However, there are certain key elements that often contribute to an image's impact and appeal. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2023-3-19 19:52

Good Hobby vs. Great Hobby, and Why Photography is One of the Best

What makes a great hobby? Most people don’t have to ask themselves this, they just naturally gravitate to activities they enjoy and make time for them–but I’ve had to think about this for years. petapixel.com »

2023-2-19 19:05

RODE NT-USB+ Studio Microphone Review: Good Gets Even Better

RODE's NT-USB+ is a modern update on a microphone that was one of the best desktop podcasting mics you could buy for the past several years. This new version makes necessary upgrades without taking away from what made the original great. petapixel.com »

2023-2-4 22:38

There Are a Bunch of Good Sony Rebates at Adorama

It’s almost like it’s the holidays again! Sony is offering a ton of rebates and discounts on products until February 12, 2023. You can check them out right here at this link. You can save $100 on the Sony a1 and an SD card for example. But where it’s really coming in well is with … thephoblographer.com »

2023-2-3 20:00

As Good as a $6,000 Camera? OM System OM1 Review Update

If there was ever a camera that's gotten a fair amount of improvement, I'd say without a doubt that it's the OM System OM1. With just a few firmware updates, the company formerly known as Olympus has been working to improve things like autofocus. thephoblographer.com »

2023-1-17 08:00

Is it More Important to be a Good Photographer or Businessperson?

One vital data point that you may not have considered when you started off on your photography journey is that success might not come down to how good of a photographer you are. petapixel.com »

2023-1-5 20:48

How to Look and Feel Good: The Important Work of Tamea Burd

Tamea Burd is a photographer based in Vancouver, who offers an interesting mix of portraiture and therapy in his wellness sessions. thephoblographer.com »

2022-12-4 08:00

A Hidden Face Can Still Convey Good Emotions Says Inkan

"This helps them [the viewer] to make a connection with the image," says Indian photographer Sanal Kumar aka Inkan, about why he deliberately doesn't show his subjects' faces in a lot of his portrait work. thephoblographer.com »

2022-10-16 07:00

How to Consistently Take Good Wedding Photos

To be a wedding photographer you need to be able to consistently take good wedding photos. You need to be able to nail everything from the first kiss to the newlywed couple's sendoff in a way that delights your clients. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2022-10-5 20:24

One of Nikon’s Last DSLRs Has a Good Price Right Now

The Nikon D850 was one of the best last DSLR cameras we used. And you can get it cheaper this month! There are rebates going on right now for the Nikon Z series of products and their F mount stuff that’s still around. If the Nikon Zf ever comes out, then a few of these thephoblographer.com »

2022-8-17 19:00

Sony 10-20mm f/4 G, 15mm f/1.4 G, and 11mm f/1.8 Review: All Good Here

The year is 2022 and it’s apparently APS-C’s time to shine. With Canon showing off what they’ve cooked up and Fujifilm making a big announcement of their own, today Sony is bringing out three more wide-angle APS-C lens options: 10-20mm f/4 PZ, 15mm f/1. petapixel.com »

2022-6-2 17:00